1540 Montclair Rd.
951-1205
A Bhamdining reader writes (October 2007), "While it is decorated with the typical sombreros and serapes, it is bright and airy and impeccably clean, with one of the friendliest staffs you will ever meet. They serve all the familiar dishes that Americans have grown accustomed to as well as some more authentic Mexican dishes -- classic beef and chicken dishes as well as pork and, I think best of all, a number of shrimp dishes. They even serve the authentic Mexican shrimp cocktail, made with orange soda as one of the ingredients and served at room temperature. Very different from the American version! The place is always packed, but service is always prompt, friendly and correct. The prices are extremely modest considering the quality and quantity of food served. And talk about killer guacamole - ai-yi-yi!" They were, however, shut down briefly by the Health Department in summer 2007 for reported cases of food poisoning.

5974 Chalkville Mountain Rd., Trussville
661-3318
Fun, casual, basic Mexican restaurant, according to a 2002 review in City Scene. The interior is decorated to look like a Mexican courtyard, complete with street lamps. Bustling atmosphere. Menu with typical Mexican-American favorites, such as tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, etc, but with a lighter touch in many offerings, rather than drowned in cheese.