"This taqueria has always stood out for its signature tacos, available with suadero, birria, lengua, and al pastor — all grilled fresh from an outdoor griddle and accompanied with a side of stewed potatoes and green onions. La Palapa also has an impressive cocktail menu, thanks to the talents of industry veteran Eddie Vargas, the restaurant’s general manager. Expect mostly tequila-based drinks named after iconic figures in Mexican history, such as the Diego Rivera made with peach puree, ginger beer, chile de arbol, rosemary, and lime or the coconut water-infused Frida Kahlo that’s garnished with a coconut bandera candy. Or you can unleash your inner tóxica with La Tóxica, a martini-style cocktail with vodka, violet syrup, pineapple juice, lychee, triple sec, and edible glitter." - Serena Maria Daniels