Laura A.
Yelp
I cannot say enough great things about this amazing family owned restaurant. It's my absolute favorite restaurant anywhere! Hugo has retired, but he has put the restaurant in such great hands. Georgina, her daughter Kelsey, and many other lovely family members continue Hugo's tradition with impeccable, flavorful and absolutely delicious Mexican food, served with tremendous warmth and love. My sweetheart and I cross the county from La Mesa to come down here at least once a week because it's so darn fantastic. My friend April is always craving it now as well, so she also comes down from La Mesa. Sorry for causing all that traffic on the 8 freeway.
The restaurant is colorful, with adorable lights, and a giant piñata, and just so many special touches all around. We appreciate how Georgina has made it warm and inviting. Every time we are there, we see another special touch, from dishes to table decorations.
We absolutely recommend the hot carrots, which are by far the BEST in the region. We also get the yummy guacamole, and the chips and salsa are excellent! The salsa is also the best I've had in any Mexican restaurant. We love eating vegan here. The tofu scramble is sautéed with delicious spices, and the vegan carne asada is hands-down the best in any restaurant! We also usually get a side of molé sauce, which is outrageously tasty. My friend is a meat eater and she says the chicken tostada is superb. The rice is fluffy and tasty, and it's also vegan. All of the beans are made vegan friendly, and they are delectable! I usually get the black beans which are so savory, and the refried beans are delicious.
This restaurant is by far the one that you need to put on the top of your list to visit. And if you're like us and our friends, you'll fall in love with it too.