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"Stunning murals and colorful carvings make this bright spot in Olympic Village a hot ticket—it's always packed, so book ahead or pass the time with a special margarita. Chef/co-owner Francisco Higareda prepares traditional pan-regional Mexican fare as his mother did, from corn-crusted octopus with cilantro rice, braised kale, and zucchini under a rich, creamy Oaxacan mole blanco to a trio of tacos piled high atop locally made tortillas, with a classic tres leches cake to finish." - Michael He