Comments on: Review: Margarita’s http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/ (in Cincinnati) Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:01:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Julie http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-320 Julie Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:40:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-320 Vudutu-- Ah! Sorry about that, I thought contextually it might get confused. <br/><br/>I have been to Cancun and it was pretty good, but it's been about two years and I don't quite remember. I do remember getting lost going there. I have driven by Sabor Peruano-- might try that one next! Vudutu– Ah! Sorry about that, I thought contextually it might get confused.

I have been to Cancun and it was pretty good, but it’s been about two years and I don’t quite remember. I do remember getting lost going there. I have driven by Sabor Peruano– might try that one next!

]]> By: vudutu http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-319 vudutu Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:36:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-319 Julie,<br/>Sorry I missed Su Casa, is it a chain? I know there is one in Chicago, rarely ever get to Tri County any more either. <br/><br/>I know Cumin is Indian, you mentioned it and it just reminded me we need to go. <br/><br/>I lived out west for about 12 years and really miss GOOD Mex, I was in Chicago two years ago and went to Frontera and Topolobampo multiple times, got to know the bartender and he turned me on to a couple of family owned places that rocked. I am with you on the mediocrity of most small Mex places, we made the mistake of trying Montoyas a couple of weeks ago. I crave good Mex and it is something we don't cook much. Going to have to dig in and find some good recipes. <br/><br/>Have you heard of these two, here are a couple of short reviews, way far north for me but I might go if I can confirm...<br/><br/>Cancun Mexican Restrnt<br/>11930 Hamilton Ave<br/>Cincinnati, OH 45231<br/>Near Hamilton and W Kemper intersection off 275<br/>"The family that runs this place is so incredibly nice and welcoming. They've got friendly service, probably the best Mexican food I've had in the Cincinnati area, and even on a Friday night can seat you without a wait usually."<br/><br/>Sabor Peruano<br/>Fairfield, OH<br/>"Toto, this isn't Cincinnati anymore. For a moment, I thought I was in a major metropolitan area that had fresh seafood and culture! YOU WON'T BELIEVE THIS PLACE!" First of all, they moved to a new and bigger location. The new address is 7105 Dixie Hwy in Fairfield (formerly Pedro's Steakhouse) on Dixie Hwy at Mulhauser. Julie,
Sorry I missed Su Casa, is it a chain? I know there is one in Chicago, rarely ever get to Tri County any more either.

I know Cumin is Indian, you mentioned it and it just reminded me we need to go.

I lived out west for about 12 years and really miss GOOD Mex, I was in Chicago two years ago and went to Frontera and Topolobampo multiple times, got to know the bartender and he turned me on to a couple of family owned places that rocked. I am with you on the mediocrity of most small Mex places, we made the mistake of trying Montoyas a couple of weeks ago. I crave good Mex and it is something we don’t cook much. Going to have to dig in and find some good recipes.

Have you heard of these two, here are a couple of short reviews, way far north for me but I might go if I can confirm…

Cancun Mexican Restrnt
11930 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
Near Hamilton and W Kemper intersection off 275
“The family that runs this place is so incredibly nice and welcoming. They’ve got friendly service, probably the best Mexican food I’ve had in the Cincinnati area, and even on a Friday night can seat you without a wait usually.”

Sabor Peruano
Fairfield, OH
“Toto, this isn’t Cincinnati anymore. For a moment, I thought I was in a major metropolitan area that had fresh seafood and culture! YOU WON’T BELIEVE THIS PLACE!” First of all, they moved to a new and bigger location. The new address is 7105 Dixie Hwy in Fairfield (formerly Pedro’s Steakhouse) on Dixie Hwy at Mulhauser.

]]> By: Julie http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-318 Julie Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:47:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-318 Vudutu, Su Casa was in the same strip mall as Borders in Tri County. I couldn't tell you the last time I wen to Tri County, thus not knowing Su Casa had closed!<br/><br/>Cumin is Indian, so don't go there expecting Mexican. I also find it to be sort of bland and very Americanized; I'd much rather go to Ambar.<br/><br/>As far as other mexican restaurants-- I'm all about supporting the indie restaurants, but 99% of mexican restaurants around here tend to be "let's throw refried beans and cheese on everything to appeal to American palates"-- and that just doesn't do it for me. Vudutu, Su Casa was in the same strip mall as Borders in Tri County. I couldn’t tell you the last time I wen to Tri County, thus not knowing Su Casa had closed!

Cumin is Indian, so don’t go there expecting Mexican. I also find it to be sort of bland and very Americanized; I’d much rather go to Ambar.

As far as other mexican restaurants– I’m all about supporting the indie restaurants, but 99% of mexican restaurants around here tend to be “let’s throw refried beans and cheese on everything to appeal to American palates”– and that just doesn’t do it for me.

]]> By: vudutu http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-317 vudutu Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:45:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-317 I tried Margaritas once and was not impressed, because of your good review I will give then one more chance. When they first opened I loved El Coyote, I gave up on them about 6 years ago after a really bad dining experience there, never went back. Never got to Su Casa, where were they? Still seeking real Mex in the Nati. Oddly enough never been to Cumin, we know some folks there and should have, need to cue that up. I tried Margaritas once and was not impressed, because of your good review I will give then one more chance. When they first opened I loved El Coyote, I gave up on them about 6 years ago after a really bad dining experience there, never went back. Never got to Su Casa, where were they? Still seeking real Mex in the Nati. Oddly enough never been to Cumin, we know some folks there and should have, need to cue that up.

]]> By: Jaime http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-312 Jaime Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:49:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-312 El Coyote used to be great but the last time I ate there, about a year ago, I was very disappointed. It was nothing like it used to be. I love Cactus Pear, I have tried Margaritas a few times and have always found it to be very average. El Coyote used to be great but the last time I ate there, about a year ago, I was very disappointed. It was nothing like it used to be. I love Cactus Pear, I have tried Margaritas a few times and have always found it to be very average.

]]> By: Julie http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-311 Julie Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:43:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-311 As I've mentioned earlier, Anonymous, I'm OK with local chains. Though you won't see me reviewing La Rosa's anytime soon! Thanks for the recommendation for El Coyote-- I wonder if they'll fill the void left in my heart by Su Casa! :) As I’ve mentioned earlier, Anonymous, I’m OK with local chains. Though you won’t see me reviewing La Rosa’s anytime soon! Thanks for the recommendation for El Coyote– I wonder if they’ll fill the void left in my heart by Su Casa! :)

]]> By: Anonymous http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-310 Anonymous Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:22:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-310 um, margarita's is "chain mexican" -- http://www.margaritasmex.com/ -- they are all over cincy/norther kentucky. i agree that they have wonderful food :) if you want something closer to authentic mexicano, try el coyote over in anderson. they serve up an excellent sangria! um, margarita’s is “chain mexican” — http://www.margaritasmex.com/ — they are all over cincy/norther kentucky. i agree that they have wonderful food :) if you want something closer to authentic mexicano, try el coyote over in anderson. they serve up an excellent sangria!

]]> By: Julie http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-309 Julie Tue, 15 Apr 2008 19:39:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-309 I've been to Cumin once, and I wasn't thrilled-- overpriced and not really "fusion" but "Americanized".<br/><br/>If you want those extra 1000 points quickly, many restaurants offer them at certain times. I got 1000 for my Charlie Palmer reservation, and would have for Via Vite. I’ve been to Cumin once, and I wasn’t thrilled– overpriced and not really “fusion” but “Americanized”.

If you want those extra 1000 points quickly, many restaurants offer them at certain times. I got 1000 for my Charlie Palmer reservation, and would have for Via Vite.

]]> By: Cin Twin1 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-308 Cin Twin1 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 19:37:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-308 Hey! I just noticed that Cumin was added to Opentable. I have not been yet, but this gives me a reason to go. Now I am only about 1000 points away from a $20 gift certificate. Hey! I just noticed that Cumin was added to Opentable. I have not been yet, but this gives me a reason to go. Now I am only about 1000 points away from a $20 gift certificate.

]]> By: Julie http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/2008/04/review-margaritas/comment-page-1/#comment-307 Julie Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:41:00 +0000 http://winemedinemecincinnati.com/?p=79#comment-307 Chris, I'm the same way, but Terry craves margaritas. We're trying Nada's tomorrow! Chris, I’m the same way, but Terry craves margaritas. We’re trying Nada’s tomorrow!

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