March 19th, 2008, 1:14 pm · 1 Comment · posted by alamancefoodie
Where can the Foodie begin with a report on a recent lunch at Mi Casa Mexican Grill in downtown Burlington? The first surprise was the relatively sparse lunch crowd in the middle of the week. During past visits, many more tables were filled. Since an earlier visit, the restaurant has hung a huge mural in the main dining room. It depicts an Aztec carrying a maiden either to and from a sacrificial altar. It may be art, but, whether he’s coming or going, the scene isn’t appetizing.
Mi Casa has also added a $5.95 lunch buffet. Salad, rice, beans and a selection of burritos and enchiladas are offered.
We selected a $4.75 lunch special that included a cheese quesadilla, a burrito, and a guacamole salad. The meal was served promptly and hot. The salad was cut up iceberg lettuce served under a raw slice of hot house tomato and a dollop of guacamole dip. The meat burrito was tucked under the salad and helped to make the tasteless greenery more palatable. The quesadilla, served on the side, was more tortilla than cheese.
The final indignity was paying for the meal. I was presented with a check for $6.69–the total for the lunch special, a $1.35 glass of tea and tax. The lady at the register rang up $6.96. When I asked about this, I got a funny look and a receipt for $6.96 for Texas fajitas and “no drink.” It was a mistake I hope, but I’m glad I wasn’t paying for four dinners…
Four Rolaids–the art and the bill can cause indigestion
The round up:
Where: 120 E Front , Burlington
Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM
Telephone: 222-0275 222-6069 (Fax)
Kids Menu: Yes. A Selection of $3.25 Meals
Vegetarian Offerings: Yes but limited
Service: Table
Full Bar Service
Take out Service: Available for lunch and dinner menus
Health Inspection Score: 96
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March 21st, 2008 at 2:03 pm
I too was very disappointed with my recent lunch at Mi Casa. We arrived before noon to beat the lunch crowd that did not materialize. I ordered the beef Quesada and as with the Alamance foodie, I was disappointed. It was more onion than meat with a lot of tortilla. The rice was dry. I ordered a side of guacamole that had the smooth consistency of being pureed in a blender or poured out of jar. No chucks of avocado. The buffet looked interesting but its presentation was sore to the eyes. Mi Casa opened with a bang but it appears it is misfiring and becoming a more flash in the pan. I believe there are other Mexican restaurants in town that provide a better meal for a reasonable cost.