Alison C.
Yelp
After searching through a variety of options for my birthday dinner, I settled on Anejo Tribeca. I had wanted to try the restaurant for years, and since they accepted my reservation for 8 people without a table minimum or set menu, it was clearly the perfect time to do so. I arrived at the space just before 7 pm on a Wednesday evening and was shocked at how crowded it was. Literally every table and all of the bar stools were taken. Thankfully our assigned table opened up right as our reservation time approached and my friends arrived.
We took our seats at the rectangular booth and settled in to make our selections. In terms of a drink, I opted for a Jalapeno Margarita, which included Tanteo Jalapeno, fresh lime, and agave. While I order this type of cocktail often, theirs was a step above the rest, since it was not too sweet nor too sour, but just right. As a group, we ordered the Guacamole Trio for the table. The chips were a bit oily and fried for my liking, but the dips were terrific! The trio included a refreshing traditional variety, a smoky and sweet Chipotle Pineapple one with crumbled cheese, and a zesty Bacon Habanero version with chunks of pork. When it came to my meal, I went with 3 Chicken Al Pastor Tacos, which were super flavorful! The tender, pulled chicken was well-seasoned and topped with pineapple, pickled onions, and a salsa verde. I also got a side dish of Roasted Delicata Squash, which had been coated with chili, lime, and cilantro. I found the squash delicious, but undercooked and slightly hard. It definitely would have benefited from some additional roasting time. Lastly, when my friends ordered their desserts, they sneakily told the server that it was my birthday, so they brought over a large sparkler for me to hold as everyone sang "Happy Birthday" to me. In fact, almost every table in the space seemed to be celebrating something, as there were many sparklers shining around the dining room. The song was accompanied by an order of Churros, which were crispy and coated with a generous amount of cinnamon. They were served with apple caramel, dark chocolate, and raspberry curd dipping sauces.
While the food was great and the service was friendly, the staff could have checked in with us more often. I know the dining room was packed, but we could have used more support.
Regardless, I was very happy with my selection of Anejo for my birthday meal, and I know it was enjoyed by all in attendance.