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Mexican Mazatlan 1678*5. Beavercreek Road, Oregon City 503-657-5553 Walk in, and a friendly employee shows you to a com fortable seat and delivers a bowl of freshly made tortilla chips, homemade salsa, refried beans and a menu with a wide variety of dining choices. Appetizers range between $5 and $11, and include choices like nachos, taquitos, Mitzil Loncheria 212 Molalla Ave. Oregon City 503-655-7197 If a trip to Mexico isn’t in your budget this summer, have no fear, you can still enjoy authentic Mexican grub without leaving Oregon City. Mitzil is the most authentic Mexican loncheria around, pos sibly the best without traveling to Mexico. Mitzil offers Mexican classics as well as some original recipes you can only find there. The service at Mitzil is outstand ing. The waitress was polite and friendly, and the restaurant had a family-friendly atmosphere. The waitress was singing in Spanish as she danced from table to table. I asked the waitress what she would recommend, and she told me she would pick between three small burritos or one large burrito. I opted for three small ones and a coconut mango milkshake. My shake came out first, the top littered with cin namon which made it more attractive and Super Torta 710 Washington St. Oregon City 503-722-2306 Get ‘em while they’re hot! Burritos as big as your head, that is. For those who are interested in getting a great fast Mexican meal in Oregon City, look no further than Super Torta. You are bound to find something that will please your palate. They have more than a dozen different types of burritos and tacos, ranging from the bean and cheese to lengua or cow tongue, which is strange at first but proves to be soft and tasty. There are many other delicious options to choose from as well, including chile relleno and my personal favorite raja: a type of tamale filled with cheese, jalapenos and added flavor. The shake was made with real mango and coconut with chunks of each inside. How can you feel guilty for eating a milkshake when you’re eating real fruit? My burritos were chicken, steak and pork. Each was wrapped perfectly in a nice, grilled package. The steak was so juicy the juice drained out the other end of the burrito. Rich in flavor, the burritos had the perfect amount of filling. For dessert I ordered flan, which was already made so I didn’t have to wait. The flan was attractive and had two cherries on top. With the perfect balance of sweet and bold flavors, it made the perfect des sert for a fabulous meal. Overall I say Mitzil is the best Mexican place in town. With authentic dishes and organic ingredients, Mitzil is a place you can eat at without feeling guilty and still get a satisfying and delicious meal. You also won’t feel guilty for busting your bud get; I paid $13.95 for everything. - Mandie Gavitt tomato sauce. The best thing about Super Torta is the fact that the burritos are so big that they could in fact be two separate meals if you only eat half of one, which is a very filling burrito to start with. If you are like me, one burrito will be plenty to fill you up for a terrific dinner at a great price, ranging from $4 to $10. Super Torta may well be Oregon City’s indoor answer to the food cart. They are the best at what they do, and what they do is prepare hot, fast Mexican food at a great price, unlike some other mainstream Tex Mex shops that are located in nearly every city worldwide. Best Choice: Machaca burrito made with shredded beef, scrambled eggs, beans, rice, cheese and onions. It’s fantastic! - Joshua Baird flautas and Mexican pizza. Entrees range between $7 and $16 and include Mazatlan specials, soups, fajitas, burri tos, chimichangas, tostadas and salads. You can even find a delightful selection of seafood here. I stepped out of my usual comfort zone of the very rea sonably priced happy hour menu and ordered a Mazatlan special, came asada. A huge platter arrived with a beauti fully cooked skirt steak, which according to their menu is “broiled in a special way.” Accompanying the steak were healthy servings of rice, cheesy refried beans, a helping of guacamole and pico de gallo (also known as salsa fres co; a fresh, uncooked salsa). Topping the mouthwatering presentation were a few whole grilled green onions and a jalapeno pepper. I dug in with vigor and was happily surprised. Not only were the flavors delicious and the meat properly seasoned, but I asked for medium-rare and received medium-rare. The owners, brothers Isidro and Vidal Sanchez, have done a great job creating a warm environment and serve good food at a good price. Additionally, they frequently visit tables and lightly socialize with customers, ensur ing everyone is satisfied with their meals and is never in need. Isidro proudly admits that 90 to 95 percent of the food is prepared right in the restaurant, and the time and effort reflects in the quality of the food. This summer they have a few lovely drink specials that come served in non-traditional glasses (such as coconuts and pineapples), like the pineapple pina colada and “Skinny Girl” margaritas, all at discounted prices. Speaking of drinks, if you want a drink made “the right way,” ask for Isidro. - Anna Axelson Coupon OREGON ffTV, OREGON 1200Maln5t. Oregon City, OR 97045 (505)655-6399 Or&f'*/ ^^^302011(1^0^) 21 Yw» and Ov«r Only
