When you are hankering for Mexican food, try these top Sacramento spots.
1. El Novillero
When you are jonesing for authentic Mexican cuisine, look no further than El Novillero. Just sitting in the airy and inviting dining plaza, which is flanked with a water fountain, evokes a welcoming vibe. Carnitas, or roasted pork, is the specialty of the house. Also, don’t forget to order some of their thick tortillas. The portions are plenty, tasty and affordable. El Novillero is family-owned and will be celebrating its 38th anniversary this July 6, 2008.Address: 4216 Franklin Blvd., Sac.
Phone: (916) 456-4287
Lunch: Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: Monday to Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday, 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Weekend: Saturday 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
2. Tres Hermanas
The colorful interior is a feast for the eyes as the food is a feast for your stomach. Tres Hermanas is a popular lunch spot for Midtown dwellers and Downtown workers who flock for the crowd pleasing mole and cilantro dressing. Other top menu items include the ceviche and chille rellenos. Rumor has it that they serve the best (and strong) margaritas and sangrias in town.Address: 2416 K St., Sac.
Phone: (916) 443-6919
Hours: Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
3. Ernesto’s Mexican Food
For healthy Mexican food, try stopping at Ernesto’s Mexican Food which cooks its food without lard. The trendy Midtown/Downtown eatery serves traditional favorites such as enchiladas, tamales, tacos, flautas and quesadillas at affordable prices. And this place isn’t just for carnivores, there is a healthy vegetarian menu, which are prepared without any animal stocks.Address: 1901 16th St., Sac.
Phone: (916) 441-5850
Hours: Monday to Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 a.m.; and Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
