Dining

Tacos With a Twist

Located at the corner of California Avenue and S. Virginia Street, at the north end of Midtown, you’ll find Mexcal Tacos & Tequila, a fairly new eatery offering elevated tacos, enchiladas and tostadas along with a vast selection of tequila.

Mexcal’s setting doesn’t evoke a classic taco shop. Located in the brick building built in 1927 that originally housed the F.A. Greene & Co. grocery store, the ambiance is upscale without feeling too stuffy. The décor is colorful and festive. Seating is a combination of interior dining room and enclosed patio space.

The menu is unique and offers a clever variety of Mexican fare. A few examples of their “Avenue Tacos” – named for their larger size than a street taco – include duck confit, spicy lamb, octopus, grilled mushroom, and short rib. The short rib tacos are accompanied by a homemade consommé. The taco is intended to be dipped in the consommé before each bite which provides a tasty burst of flavor.

Behind the bar are 50 varieties of tequila with more in the back. For the expert drinker, shots are a good way to go. However, if you’re not a straight shooter, they offer a nice selection of craft margaritas and cocktails. In particular, the Pineapple Jalapeño margarita offers great fruit flavor with a little spicy kick!

Mexcal is open Monday through Saturday at 516 S. Virginia Street. Menus and more information are available at mexcalreno.com.

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