Steven L.
Yelp
So this is quite the story. After reading about this in the monthly publication, "The Murfreesboro Post", I was intrigued by the mention of the Mexican French Dip. As it is not convenient to me, I've meant to try it but could not until today. In addition a coworker raved about it, elevating my curiosity.
As I was the only Gringo in the place, I had a language barrier issue with the person at the order counter. I loved the fact that I was the only gringo. It added credibility to the menu. She had no idea what a Mexican French Dip was. A kind soul next in line used this modern magical device and searched the internet. She informed me that I wanted #41 - Birria de Res. That loosely translates to "Rubbish of Beef". What I was served was no wheres near "rubbish". It was great.
I was presented with a large bowl of shredded beef enjoying a hot tub of a wonderful tomato-chili "soup". A side dish had onion, cilantro and jalapenos to decorate your bowl with. It reminded me of pho except no noodles and it was Mexican. So where did the French Dip come in? I dunno. I played with several options including dipping the tortillas in the broth and making tacos with drained meat. I did not care. It was tasty.
The dish was accompanied by a plate of the boring typical refried beans and rice. Nothing special here, so I just tasted it.
The horchata was typical of the stuff that is served from a beverage distribution company. Nothing special here again.
Decor was open and airy, which was nice, but a more involved setting might have garnered higher rating. It was great being offered something other than seasoned meat wrapped in different tacos, burritos, etc, etc.
I did not even reduce their ratings because someone backed a trailer into my car, denting the door. I had to cancel two tutoring appointments, deal with the police and insurance company. This is not the restaurant's fault. If it happened once, it could happen again. Be careful where you park. Tee-hee.