Nopalito – Freshness You Can Taste

Fresh is the first word that comes to mind when I think about Nopalito. You can truly taste the freshness of their ingredients, which bring their Mexican dishes to life. Nopalito’s food has a contemporary California flair, but still stays true to traditional Mexican flavors.

Taco de Pescado al Pastor (seared fish in adobo, chile ancho, orange, salsa de morita y tomatillo) – pretty good, but the taco could have used more fish. The tangy orange was a nice contrast to the spice.
Quesadilla Roja con Chicharrón (chile mulato corn tortilla, crispy pork belly, salsa guajillo, jack cheese, queso fresco) – my favorite dish. The crunchy tortilla had a vibrant corn taste, while the flavors of the savory pork belly were accentuated by the little crispy bits of fried pork skin. I also appreciated how the quesadilla had a lot of substance without being too heavy or greasy.
Enchiladas de Mole con Pollo (tortillas, shredded chicken, sauce of chiles, chocolate, and nuts with queso fresco and refried pinquito beans) – B’s more of a mole fan than I am, but I enjoyed the subtle sweetness and spice of this mole. A simple and well-balanced dish.
WARNING: Bathroom goers beware! Nopalito only has ONE bathroom for its 60 guests, requiring a lengthy wait for those with small bladders. Not a good idea to drink too many cervezas here!

BITE METER: Nopalito – 3.5 bites (out of 5.0)