El Limoncito Antojitos Mexicanos y Más

"If you haven’t tried Mexican-style antojitos (literally “cravings,” but more loosely defined as a collection of casual, often whimsical snacks), you’ve got several options in the Astoria area at food trucks, but El Limoncito is the first brick-and-mortar to specialize in this brilliant collection of street snacks. Think yummy fruit salads liberally tossed with spicy-sour Tajin seasoning; tortilla chips or ramen mixed with taco toppings; refreshingly fruity aqua frescas and giant milkshakes. A favorite is the mangonada, an ultimate slushy experience with cubes of mango, Tajin, chamoy tamarind sauce, and a variety of candy toppings. Many of the creations are called loco for their wild variety, but the timid won’t be unhappy with excellent carnitas street tacos, tamales, or a slice of creamy tres leches cake from the cooler. The snack shop shares a space with Safeway on busy Marine Drive; there’s parking and an indoor play area from the former fast food restaurant." - Jennifer Burns Bright, Alex Frane