Ristras

Yes, I know. I'm pretty behind on the Mexican food department. Not to say that I dislike Mexican food and spice, but I admit I've been held up by Mexicali for the longest time. So now, as an alternative, I was finally able to try Ristras. I've been hearing quite a lot of good things from this restaurant and I was eager to try it out and satisfy my Mex craving.

We ordered Grilled Chicken Burrito and Vegetable Quesadilla. I watched the server make the burrito and was amazed at the mass of ingredients they can actually fit in the burrito. I knew then that what we ordered would mean no dessert (since we'll already be too full). I eagerly waited on our table for the upcoming feast.

The burrito was HUGE and I was glad we had it halved. Surely, they didn't scrimp on the  ingredients used in the burrito. I liked the texture, but the flavors didn't really wow my palate. I found it a bit bland to my taste; plus the spicy tomato sauce serving was so tiny compared to the huge burrito! Quite troublesome to keep asking for more. The Vegetable Quesadilla was likewise a hefty serving. It was okay; but again, the flavor failed to capture the taste I was looking for.

Chicken Burrito, P350

Vegetable Quesadilla, P290

Remind me not to order too much.. I felt really full after our meal! But for now, it's still Mexicali for me :)