Treated myself last night to the 10 pm seating of the Taco Omakase at Cariño and overall I would highly recommend!
I love food / dining out, but don’t like assigning a star or point value to the experience. I’m not a food critic; I don’t need to split hairs. My system is a simple “Go” or “Don’t Go”. Cariño is a definite Go.
Menu:
-Michelada Oyster
-Ora King Salmon and Mango Aguachile
-Lamb Tartar Tostada
-Blue Corn Tetela
-Mushroom Quesadilla w Truffle
-Gulf Shrimp Taco w Peanut Salsa
-Suadero Taco
-Wagyu Beef Taco
-Mango Sorbet
I’m also doing a disservice by not properly remembering every detail of the dishes; the chefs did a fantastic job of engaging with the diners and explaining everything along the way. My favorites were the Michelada Oyster and Salmon Aguachile—the contrasting textures and flavors were so interesting.
Price:
$125 for the reservation and with a 25% gratuity charge and tax, the total is $175. I also got a 3rd cocktail for $18 and paid an extra $25 for the supplemental truffle on top of the quesadilla. With two cocktails included in the $175, I felt I got a fair value for the meal and experience.
Chef Norman was super friendly as well, really cool chatting with him in between courses. Fun to sit at the counter and see the chefs work up close. Interestingly, an episode for a food documentary was being filmed so keep your eyes peeled for Cariño to pop up. The details were still undisclosed, even the restaurant didn’t know the title of the show.
by nsxccx93