Don Barriga

"When this beloved West Philly spot took over the old Rx space, it satisfied a desire in a neighborhood previously devoid of Mexican flavors. Don Barriga’s unpretentious cantina feel and comprehensive menu (breakfast, soups, tacos, platters, and specialty dishes) keep locals happy and coming back for more. Standout savory dishes include the fajitas Don Barriga and California burrito but don’t overlook delicious desserts like flan, tres leches, and churros." - Ernest Owens

"In a part of town where Mexican fare is usually underrepresented, this newcomer has been racking up rave reviews since its early-summer opening. Daytime offerings include tacos, overstuffed tortas, and a breakfast of chilaquiles with bacon, beans, and eggs, while dinnertime sees platters of sizzling fajitas and the parrillada, an impressive mixed grill of chicken, chorizo, steak, and cactus." - Caroline Coral, Ernest Owens

"There aren’t that many great Mexican places in University City, and there are even fewer ones that are open for lunch. So when you have some time to sit down to lunch with a coworker or a friend who insists on having some guacamole, take them to Don Barriga. It’s a small shop on the corner of 45th and Spruce, and on top of dishes like tacos, enchiladas, and quesadillas, they also do barbacoa every Friday through Sunday. It’s almost as good as the stuff from South Philly Barbacoa, and you won’t have to wait in a crazy line." - sydney mcelwee

"The flan at Don Barriga in West Philly is so rich and dense." - Diana Lu

"Don Barriga Mexican Grill, in the former Rx at 45th and Spruce, had room on its University City sidewalk to set up a couple of tables." - Rachel Vigoda