Empellon
Its been a while since I added a restaurant to my ‘I will go back anytime!’ list. Empellon made it there easily. Alex Stupak has a really mouth watering menu and does wonders with his Mexican flavors.
I got an amazing deal through thrillist (which if you haven’t use yet, you must!). Greed for flavor kept us going and we ordered way more than 2 people need to eat for Brunch.
It started with a Michelada Cocktail (Modelo Especial, Chile de Arbol, and Smoked Salt), 1 oz Sangrita and a shot of Tequila. (Remember this is burnch!)
1st Course: Spicy Blue Crab Broth with a slow poached egg, plaintains, and shrimp. The broth was to die for.
2nd Course: Fried Egg & Refried Bean Sope
3rd Course: Braised Short Ribs with almonds and raisins, served with tortillas and salsas
Dessert: Churros rolled in cinnamon sugar, plus masa-enriched hot chocolate
As if all that wasn’t enough ended up ordering – Skirt Steak with Chilaquiles, Mushrooms and Two Sunny Side Eggs
The decor is modern and the place is bright. For those who live in the west village this felt like the usual spot where they walked in, read their news paper (or ipads) while enjoying a quiet breakfast at the bar. A must try! Wonder how their dinner menu tastes..:)
