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I had admittedly low expectations going into El Fenix. The menu and exterior of the restaurant gave me that typical Tex-Mex, diluted, bland vibes that I got a lot from Mexican restaurants in the frigid northlands.
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The first sign things were going to go well was a kitty greeting me near the front door. Yay kitty!
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Everything was actually really good! The steak was really tender and simply seasoned. It didn’t have any chewy, caramelized bits but that let more of the beefy flavor show through. I was afraid the lack of limes would be a problem but the molcajete sauce did wonders to bring brightness and flavor to the tacos. Along with the charro beans, it was a great and inexpensive meal.
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