My roommate and I used to frequent the Metrowest location back when we lived near the area. When we moved to Winter Garden we were pleased to notice this other location. Tonight I went with a friend expecting the same delicious Margaritas, Chips and Salsa and Entrees. Let's just say tonight's experience was an epic FAIL.
When our waiter brought our margaritas to our table, I should have known we were not in for a delicious experience. The color of the margaritas was similar to what you would expect Lime Kool Ade to look like...which is interesting since that's exactly what it tasted like! Lime Kool Ade with no liquor. I would think a Mexican restaurant stating "Home Made" would have enough pride to make their margaritas from scratch...instead of being cheap and lazy and using a mix (I really think it was Kool Ade. I let our waiter know exactly what it tasted like and ordered a Chardonnay (they can't mess up wine, right?). He asked if, since the margaritas are pre made, I would like him to add some liquor to it. I'm guessing it had none to begin with. I am still puzzled over that. He returned with this newly pumped up adult beverage and asked me to try it. I still only tasted Lime Kool Ade. I re stated that I would like a chardonnay (at least the service was good...he was trying). He returned with a tiny glass and a small bottle of cheap (aka, terrible) wine.
During this back and forth, a waitress brought us a small basket of chips and a bowl of salsa. Actually, I wasn't sure if it was salsa or soup. It was so runny, we were really only eating chips.
Our entrees finally came and looked delicious. I wish they had been. I ordered the Chilles Relleno. Greasy, and bland. The side of rice was dried out and crunchy. The only part of the meal that was decent was the side of beans.
I was shocked and disappointed at my experience at this location. I certainly won't be back. If the Hiawassee location is Bloomingdales, then this location is K Mart.
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