Darrin R.
Google
We were headed to the nearby movie theater and wanted to grab a bite before the show, so we stopped at Tsunami. I was encouraged to see a promotional Sweetwater Brewing sign out front.
Inside, we approached the host podium where three staff members were talking to each other and it took them a minute to realize we were there. Once they did, they handed us a couple of menus and we were led to a huge booth. I asked about a high top, but was told no one was working that section, so we settled in at the booth. Our server quickly came over to check on us. She was very nice and personable, and said she’d bring waters while we looked over the menu. The beer list was just okay. About six craft options and a handful of bottles and cans. When our server, Aldshar, returned, we were ready to order a couple of beers. Wifey went with the Taqueria Tsunami Lager. I tried to order something I had not tasted before, the Yazoo Hopry Hazy IPA, but they were out, so I settled on a SweetWater 420 Pale Ale. For food, Wifey went with the chicken quesadilla and I opted for the Tsunami Quatro taco meal. This meal comes with 3 tacos and 1 side. I mixed it up and ordered 3 different tacos; Thai chicken, Aloha Chicken Taco and Pacific Rim Mahi Mahi taco. Our server let us know the rice and beans was not great that day because the rice was a little overcooked. I appreciated that honest tip and helped us look for a few not so typical sides . Wifey chose the fried yuca, and I went for the tots with jalapeno queso. The interior dining room is very spacious, with plenty of seating and a big bar. I even noticed a few tables outside. At first glance, the place looked spotless, but as I looked a little closer, the table felt a little sticky, there was a random chip under the booth, and during a quick bathroom run I noticed what looked like dried ketchup on the wall. Our food came out fast. My trio of tacos looked great, and everything tasted fresh. I enjoyed all of them and they all had their own unique flavor. The Quatro taco meal was a winner for me. Wifey said her quesadilla tasted fresh too, but it needed something extra. The tortilla could’ve used a little more time on the grill, and the filling was just shredded chicken with a thin layer of cheese. A few vegetables or a sauce would’ve helped because it was a little on the dry side. Overall it was a good visit to Tsunami, but our server stood out. She took great care of us, stayed upbeat the whole time, and we even found out she was a fellow ex-New Yorker. The manager stopped by a couple of times to check in, which I appreciated. I am sure we will be back since it is so convenient for movie night. 3.5 rating