Mexican food in Sacramento - 2 of our choice

Mexican cuisine is one of the most loved across the world and here we'll have a look at 2 places of our choice offering it, specifically in Sacramento, Ca.

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Mexican food in Sacramento - 2 of our choice
Mexican food Sacramento

If you have been looking for Mexican food restaurants in Sacramento then this post is for you! Today we'll take a closer look at which places are considered to be the best in quality, prices and also new ones.

But first, which mexican dishes could be in the top 3 of this cuisine?

  1. Tacos - Because they epitomize the versatility of Mexican cuisine, with endless combinations of fillings, from carne asada to fish, wrapped in a warm corn tortilla.
  2. Mole Poblano - Because it's a complex sauce representing Mexico's rich culinary heritage, blending spices, chocolate, and chili peppers into a flavorful accompaniment for meats.
  3. Tamales - Because they showcase traditional Mexican cooking techniques, combining masa dough with various fillings, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed to perfection.

Zócalo Restaurant

1801 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95811

The ideology

At Zócalo, the mission is to provide authentic Mexican hospitality, treating guests' experiences as if they were their own. Their secret lies in their staff attitude, design, decor, and drinks. The culture at Zócalo is the brand, with its people at the heart of that culture. They firmly believe that caring more about the customer experience than the guests themselves do is the true definition of Mexican hospitality.

Defined by passion and Mexican pride, Zócalo's culture is its identity and the foundation of its commitment to customers, team members, and the community. True Mexican Hospitality isn't just a slogan at Zócalo; it's a way of life. Embracing their Mexican heritage with passion and pride, they are dedicated to delivering an experience that goes beyond mere service provision, inspiring them to serve their customers, colleagues, and community with the utmost dedication and care.

What clients think?

Pros:

  1. The portions are not small, especially of chips, bean dip, and salsa provided while waiting.
  2. People love the taste and quality of the food, specially the meat options like fish tacos, shrimp tacos, cochinita pibil, and carnitas.
  3. The restaurant's ambiance, including its decor, patio dining, and overall atmosphere is excellent.
  4. The staff is always well behaved and polite and the overall place is clean.
  5. Happy hour deals, especially on tacos and drinks, is a great highlight.
  6. The diverse selection of margaritas, including flavored options, was appreciated by many.

What can be improved:

  1. Sometimes the staff if overloaded resulting in slower service.
  2. Some found the restaurant to be too loud, making conversation difficult, particularly during busy times, there might be need for soundproofing.
  3. A number of menu dishes appear to be the "American variation" instead of the strictly authentic one.
  4. The cost of portions in general, appears to be a bit higher than expected by customers.

We think that Zocalo reastaurant is great and has improvement room to become even greater!

Tres Hermanas

2416 K St, Sacramento, CA 95816

Overall visualization:

Pros:

  1. Delicious and flavorful food, including dishes like Chile Colorado, Chile Verde, Carnitas, Chicken Mole, and more.
  2. Big portions that often allow for leftovers, providing good value for the price.
  3. Friendly and attentive service from staff members like Vanessa and Betty.
  4. Authentic Mexican cuisine that stands out among other options in Sacramento.
  5. Lively and inviting character, reminiscent of dining in Mexico.
  6. Convenient location in Midtown Sacramento with ample parking.

What can be improved:

  1. The wait times can be long.
  2. Sometimes there are issues such as stale chips, bland chicken, or raw potatoes.
  3. A few menu items, like quesadillas and margaritas and other dinners appear to be overpriced.
  4. Common restaurant mistakes in orders, such as missing tortillas or incorrect dishes.
  5. Some of the staff has shown rudeness or inexperience.

Overall Tres Hermanas keeps the flavors authentic and the atmosphere is inviting , the quality of food and staff behavior has room to improve.

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