"Let’s say you want to eat birria in a bistro setting, served on a non-floppy plate and washed down with a beer or even a margarita. La Lupe may be your place. A narrow back courtyard provides outdoor seating, and the birria is thoughtfully made and stuffed opulently into small tortillas. No consomé comes alongside, but the chile and beefy flavors are spot on, the guac a welcome addition, and the radish matchsticks a festive touch. The joint is owned by Karla Muniz, who operated Mexican restaurants in Ecuador before moving to the United States." - Robert Sietsema