09/06- This popular Mexican eatery is the sibling of Viva Michoacan that we visited on last trip. Entrees include the usual chips and salsa, a very good sopa fideos, refried beans, rice and homemade flour tortillas. Ms. Westie chose camarones zirahuen described as shrimp sautéed in butter with tomatoes, onions, a bit of sour cream, paprika and secret spices. I chose camarones monarcas – shrimp grilled in shell (only the tail is still in shell) with spicy chili sauce. We also shared a flan that was large, but not as smooth as the best we’ve had. Note: we used a restaurant.com gift certificate.

12/07 (revisited) As one of the first to arrive, we were promptly seated and provided menus on this weekden morning. The complimentary chips were commercial grade and both salsas probably originated in a factory. We ordered the breakfast of champions, huevos rancheros, but both dishes were slightly overcooked and unremarkable as were the accompanying frijoles refritos, salad and rice. My disappointment was only nominally tempered by the use of another 2/1 coupon found on the RJ’s website:

Great authentic Mex food! Loved the guacamole built tableside. This is the real deal!