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- Hours:
Mon-Sun 6 pm - 12 am
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Street
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Price Range:
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$$
- Music:
- Background
- Best Nights:
- Wed, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Trendy, Casual
- Has TV:
- No
59 reviews for Grand Electric
59 reviews in English
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Review from Stan D.
Yonge and Eglinton, Toronto, ON
5/21/2012
We waited 1.4 hours for a table. But, we just put our names on the list and walked around for a little bit. We found this place around the corner (head west and turn right) that served sweet potato fries and rum milkshakes and they had a patio - was perfect. I was a little worried that we wouldn't get the call, but it they called twice. Anyone who marks down for the wait is just spoiled in my mind - "oh, they're too popular so I am going to mark them down!". Now, if I waited over an hour and the service or food sucked I'd give a bad review. But, these people are awesome!
We had all of the tacos, the tuna cerviche, fundio (I probably spelled that wrong), crispy pork salad, key lime, and the churros. They were all blockbusters except I found the chicken taco slightly oily. Tonnes of people described the food better than I did - they're right about how good it is.
What really stood out to me was the service. They've been packed solid for months and yet they're so attentive to their diners - maybe that is part of it. This is one of the few restaurants that understand service in this city. My drinks were never low and empty plates/trays didn't sit around long. We also had food within 10 minutes of sitting down.
For the 3 of us the bill was $85 w/tax + tip. -
Review from Diana S.
5/22/2012 2 Check-ins Here
We had the pigtail taco, pork belly taco, crispy pork salad, empanadas, guacamole and chips, and queso fundido.
Pigtail taco and crispy pork salad was delicious. Others were good but a tad on the sweet side. Queso fundido was delicious.
The host was extremely rude. I asked how long our wait was and if we would be able to sit at the bar while we waited for our table. He said, "No, because we actually seat at our bar." I said, "thanks" then turned to walk back and rely the message. Apparently he rolled his eyes and shook his head as I walked away. For the record, not everyone in the world knows of how your 350 sq. ft. closet of a restaurant works.
Other than that, the service was lack luster and restaurant was extremely loud. -
Review from Justin B.
Etobicoke, ON
5/20/2012
It has been more than a couple months until I was able to get to try grand electric and my review is positive.
Four bourbon shots, three taquitos, and two churros were all delicous. I prefered the pigtail, or beef cheek. Good trendy setting, yet all I could see was my date & the calm chefs in the kitchen. I would return for some taquitos and a quick drink after I check out the other trending Toronto establishments.
$80 w/tax+tip. -
Review from Mary D.
5/18/2012
Finally got to try Grand Electric last night, and it lived up to the hype! After trying several times before, we got lucky this time. We just happened to pass by on our bike ride home from work, put our names on the list, and 1.5 hours later got a phone call to say 2 spots at the bar would open up in 5-ish minutes. It took us 10 minutes to get back there, but we still had to wait for a few (10?) minutes before the other couple actually left. So that's the way to do it. Put your name on the list and come back when you get the call.
The music is loud and the lighting is dim, and overall it's a very cool vibe for such a tiny little place. Even though we were sitting at the bar, we still felt like we had enough privacy and plenty of space.
The tacos we tried:
Beef Cheek (definite hit, I'll order more next time; have them with the red salsa)
Baja Fish (delicious; tender, fried fish that literally melts in your mouth)
Chicken (very good, a good standard)
Pork Belly (very good, a bit sweet. I'd choose the other 3 over this one, but I'd order all 4 again).
Also:
Empanadas (the pastry was so crisp and warm and great; the filling was good but I could pass on this to try something else next time)
Chips & Guac (because how can you NOT have chips and guac at a Mexican restaurant? Delicious! Warm chips!)
Key Lime dessert (smooth, creamy, fresh, we fought over the last few spoonfuls)
Churros (filled with some sort of caramel, so not what we expected, but we loved them! warm, and just fall apart in your mouth).
The most pleasant surprise for me? How nice the staff were! After all the hype I've heard about this place, I expected all kinds of attitude, but not at all!! Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and good-natured.
We will definitely return! -
Review from Jon O.
5/19/2012 1 Check-in Here
You're still looking through the reviews? Didn't you notice there were more than 50 and they're at 4.5 stars overall?
Yes, it's that good.
Try everything. -
Review from Jennifer K.
Markham, ON
I've been wanting to have some tacos at Grand Electric...but I guess I am spoiled... I don't really want to line up and my friends who are nice enough to line up for me and I just show up right before the place opens... I have to say THANK YOU!!
I guess after lining up for 45 min and being the first in line... they were hungry.... And as usual...someone dear wants everything interesting on the menu...
Miami Ribs ($13)
- really tender and well flavoured... remind me of Korean style ribs
- love the fat on the ribs
- fingers licking good... (we ate with our fingers...)
Baja Fish Taco/Spicy Arbol Chicken Taco/Beef Cheek Taco @$3.50 each
- I love the Baja fish that best.. the batter is light and the fish fresh
- Chicken a little on the dry side...
- Beef Cheek has really rich and has a complex flavour
Spicy Squid ($9)
- definitely remind me of Korean style
- hot sauce mixed in with a sour note
- squid are tender but I think I might pass on this next time
Guacamole & Chips ($10)
- the chips are freshly baked... eat them right away if not they lost their crunchiness
- Not much flavour in the dish itself... I can even say a little bland...
- Would not offer that next time!
And I washed them down with Cerveza Monkey ($6)
For dessert:
Key Lime Vaso ($5) and Chocolate & Pecans ($5)
- I like Key Lime Vaso a little better since it has smooth and sour and sweet at the same time...
- Chocolate Pudding is a little boring.... just too sweet for me
Churros ($6)
- I always love Churros... especially freshly made and filled with Dolce de Leche (life is sweet!!)
Music is a little loud... an excuse for me to scream at my friends.. ignore them...or get close to them ... whatever I like...
Services is friendly, efficient and personal...........
What a great evening!! I am ready to come back to Grand Electric again... Text me whenever?!!! -
Review from Mark G.
5/25/2012
Definitely get the fish taco. It's amazing. The rest of the food is almost as great too. The only reason I'm docking a star is for the loud hip hop they were blaring all through the meal. I didn't come to dance, I came to eat and talk with my friends. Otherwise, excellent place.
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Review from Stephanie C.
Toronto, ON
5/14/2012 1 Check-in Here
Get there super early if you want to eat right when Grand Electric opens.
My friend lined up at 5:30 p.m. and we managed to grab the last, large table for our party of six.
Despite of the lines to get in, Grand Electric is a lovely place for dinner. Our party ordered a variety of tacos but the ones that were my favourites were: Baja fish and beef cheeks. We also tried the ceviche too - so good and fresh!
Known for their cocktails, the G.E. Bourbon Sour is a must. Their selection of bourbons is impressive.
Definitely come here to good food and the vibe but coming here after the rush. It won't be as crowded. -
Review from ritchie c.
Toronto, ON
5/10/2012
By now everyone knows this place is the real deal and while it's hard as balls to get a table, it's well worth the wait.
Ranking the tacos:
1. Spicy Chicken
2. Fish
3. Beef Cheek
4. Pork Belly
5. Cactus
That is all. Everyone already knows this place is legit. -
Review from S. E.
Toronto, ON
5/7/2012
Short and sweet: the best meat in a tortilla in the city.
Pair that with a great atmosphere and hot service staff and you have an absolute winner.
The worst part is watching people sip on the last inch of their swill for 30 minutes while I stand and attempt to quench my thirst and hunger with saliva.
The Pig Tail tacos are lovely little patties that melt on contact. Savor them.
The Beef Cheek tacos might just change my 'Last Meal on Earth' from hot pepperoni pizza to A PLATTER OF THEM. Divine.
The Fish Tacos are long strips of buttery goodness that is well, well worth the $3.50.
Great prices! Love this place - will always come back.Listed in: Dinner for 4
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Review from Yvonne T.
There aren't many things I'll line up for - food is one of those things that my patience seems to tolerate! While ex-Black Hoofers chef Colin Tooke and front-of-house manager Ian McGrenaghan tried to keep a low profile opening, word got out fast and had foodies and non-foodies alike queuing up to sample the goods!
With a Bourbon-heavy menu (probably one of the best-stocked in Toronto), craft beer, loud music and Mexican food - it's impossible to not fall in love with Grand Electric.
With line-ups starting as early as 5:15AM, you will want to get here early! Don't even try to pull up 10 minutes before opening time (6PM), because you definitely won't get in the first seating. Be prepared to leave your name and number, and they'll give you a ring when your table is available. If you're waiting to nab my table, you probably won't get a call until 3 hours later, because it's one of those places where you sit down and don't want to leave! Luckily Parkdale is not no-man's-land and there are plenty of places to hang out at until you get paged.
We ordered the Bourbonade and the Grand Electric Sour - and I must say that these are on my list of best cocktails in the city. For me the Sour was definitely more interesting, as there were more intermingling flavours.
We started off with the Guacamole + Chips, and the guac is as fresh as linen out of a washing machine here; the tomato salsa doesn't pale in comparison either. The chips are perfectly seasoned with what I would call "lime salt." And if that's not enough action for your taste buds, try out the two hot sauces Valentina and the Avocado & Tomatillo conveniently provided for all you condiment squeezers!
The main attraction here are the tacos. We wanted to order them all, but decided to not be accused of having eyes bigger than our stomachs. In the end, I decided to go off the beaten path, and order ones that were less common: Beef Cheek, Pig Tail, and Fried Queso + Poblano. I had no regrets in ordering any of these, as they were all mouth-wateringly good. And due to a miscommunication, we even got to try the Baja Fish on the house. The winner for me, had to have been the beef cheek as it was succulent, tender, and the caramelized sauce for me, was a real winner!
Just when we were both happy to the point of belly-rubbing, our Spicy Squid arrived. I love the sweet/spicy flavour profile that Grand Electric is rocking. Lightly-breaded, and topped with jalapenos which are contrasted with a much milder (and spice-busting guac) - this dish knocked my socks off! And with that our evening was perfect - at least until the Churros came.
To finish off the night, we had the good ol' Churros which were filled with a gooey dulce de leche, and dusted with cinnamon sugar. These just melted in my mouth, and were a perfect finale to this ambrosial meal.
V E R D I C T
There is definitely no "hype" a Grand Electric because they really are as good as they're rumoured to be! This is definitely one of those restaurants where the phrase "Everything is good" is not an overgeneralization.
I loved the beats that were blaring through the speakers intermittently between LP and iPod, even if it was a tad loud. Tonight's selection was retro 70s with a little bit of "throwback" soul sound. A week after my Electric experience, I am still dreaming of their finger-lickin'-good noshes. I can't wait to go back! -
Review from Rachael T.
Toronto, ON
4/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
Yes, this place is worth the wait...even if it is raining on a saturday night, even if you have to wait two hours, even if you are starving..... Here is how you can plan your nit around it.
1. Pick a night the hockey game is on.
2. Go and put your name down and walk over to the rhino across the street
3. Sit at the bar and order a few of the 356 beers ...Subject to season and availability.
4. Enjoy your company and wait for the call
5. Pay your bill and head over for a fantastic meal.
We got sat the the bar.. Small and busy, rest liveliness. The waitress is quick to get your order and tempting you to get the guacamole because youve been waiting so long....simply oblige and be satisfied when lovely plate of Guac and chips come out with a piece of crispy pork. I wasn't sure what all the hype was about this but the guacamole is creamy with little bits and the perfect amount of acidity. If you can avoid sharing the piece of pork, keep it to yourself.
We ordered two types of tacos.. Chicken and fish. All I have to say is..get the fish. Large piece of seafood that is perfectly cooked and full of substance and flavours. Every bite tastes amazing and I wanted more. The chicken was delicious as well... Nothing disappointed, just preferred the fish more!
I had waited this long.... So decided to get the tuna ceviche to top it off. Large chunks of tuna drizzled with lemon juices and other saucy goodness. S is not a big ceviche fan so more for me!!! There were some chips at the bottom you can combine with so it gives you more textures if you do not want to eat it solely by itself.
To end, the key lime pie...very creamy, but loaded with citrus. Definitely lived up to S's expectations... Oh one more thing... If you like sours like me, the electric sour will be your kind of drink. -
Review from Stephanie M.
Toronto, ON
4/25/2012
What can't I say about this place. It rocks.
I've been twice, and both times didn't make it in on the first try till about 1.5 hrs later. It is WELL worth it though.
Here's the trick. Get there and line up around 5:20pm. You will probably get in right away. There's only like 45 seats so this is why. If you don't get in right away, don't fret, get your name on the list, head over to the Caddy and have a few drinks. Before you know it, your cell phone will be ringing and you'll be sitting down enjoying the delicious tuna ceviche before you know it.
I LOVE THE CEVICHE. I love the baja tacos, the spicy chicken and beef cheek. Everything on the menu is smashing, and you won't go home hungry. I suggest ordering one of every taco to start, aside from the ceviche, of course.
Then if you're still hungry move on to the rest of the menu. I doubt you'll still be hungry after trying the tacos.
The atmosphere is bangin, LOUD music, people chattering away. The service is devine, these guys are really great at serving and recommending. They have an amazing list of malt liquors and the wine list is decent.
I absolutely love this place, I crave the baja fish taco. It's cooked perfectly, perfectly spiced and they have two little bottles of their hot sauces on the table for you to enjoy with everything.
GET YOUR BUTT TO THIS RESTAURANT. I promise you won't be disappointed!
Cheers! -
Review from Imran N.
4/1/2012
Fina-fucking-ly
This place is extremely popular.
I went here four times before actually eating here. Once it was closed and three other times the wait was over 2.5 hours. So yesterday, i made it at 6.15pm (15 mins after open) to get a quote of again...2.5 hours. Determined that i wanted to finally eat here, i chose to starve in anticipation.
The point really is, if you want to eat here, your evening must be planned around this main activity. And stay close to your phone waiting like you would after a first date.
So is it worth it? Hell's yeah.
I love the flavours of raw chili and cilantro - and you will find this on every dish. I found it interesting that even though this is a mexcian menu, you could taste hints of thailand and indonesia in the dishes. I don't know if this was intended, or if this is just my personal take.
The dish that stood out to me and is memorable in my mind is the beef tustado which really is a tar tar but it was great. The tacos are all good too (shout out to beef cheecks), the tuna ceviche is good too (i would have personally done without the dairy component) and the chicken fritto is perhaps the most filling of the dishes, but my least favourite (a little too asian sweet tasting for my liking).
But all in all, the place would get five out of five for me, had it been bigger (less wait). The interior is dark, light woods, very bourbon inspired. The food is excellent and service is great. Fast. And let's get serious, this place is so cheap its value surpassess what it delivers. -
Review from chris s.
Toronto, ON
5/14/2012
After all the hype of a new hipster restaurant, I went on a Saturday night with managed expectations and was blown away. Amazing tacos, and very friendly service considering we were a big group with 2 babies. Can't wait to go back.
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Review from Tina H.
4/9/2012
The food is pretty good. They have a taco menu which was pretty affordable. Other menu items looked good too, though I didn't get a chance to try any. Their vanilla bourbon sour was quite delicious. They have an extensive bourbon menu.
The table by the door caught all the cold air every time it opened.
This place had a really long line up even before it opened! It MUST be good, we thought. It was good but I don't think it's worth waiting over an hour to get in. -
Review from Sarah L.
Markham, ON
4/14/2012
I attempted to try this restaurant twice before I actually got to feast here! Their lineups/wait times are ridiculous if you don't show up right when they open (6pm). My two girlsfriends and I got to try this place and all I have to say is that it totally exceeded my expectations! It was delicious and I can't wait to go back!! The decor is nice and their staff are so friendly and helpful.
We tried the nachos with pig rind, tuna ceviche, pork belly tacos, baha fish tacos, chcken tacos, and beef cheek tacos. All were amazing and the prices were affordable too!
Thanks Grand Electric for an unforgettable meal. My tastebuds were dancing! -
Review from Tong J.
Five Stars for the top notch food and excellent service!
First, we would like to brag about being the first customers to order and try their new item, the Empanada. The crust was crispy and the filling was very tasty. Thumbs up!
The Baja Fish taco was one of my top favorites. Loved the generous size of the fried fish, with a light delicate batter.
My second favorite was the Beef Cheek taco. The beef was very tender, juicy and well seasoned. The thin slices of jalapeño complimented the beef cheek perfectly.
The Pork Belly Al Pastor was literally finger-licking good. It was a bit messy and oily to eat, but that's what made it good!
Spicy Arbol Chicken was also divine!
I truly appreciated the LOVE the kitchen team put into creating the tacos for us. Everything came out fresh, hot, beautifully presented, even the flour tortilla was moist and warm.
Each taco was distinctive, tasty and bursting with flavors. The toppings were fresh and delicately chopped.
The staff was efficient, friendly, attentive and super helpful.
Oh ... wait, do save room for deserts! The Key Lime was light, not too sweet, tart with a nice cookie crust and whip cream topping. The chocolate pecan was also scrumptious. Crunchy candied pecan and chocolate mouse combination was so good, you may not need your 'late night snack' at all. -
Review from Caitlin J.
Toronto, ON
4/12/2012
Be forewarned - do not try to come here if you are hungry because you are looking at a wait. A long wait. We went on a Wednesday night at 6:40 to put out names on the list, and were seated about 2 hours later (Wednesday...table of 2....2 hours....that's what you are in for).
That being said, this place is really fun.
The food is excellent. Tried the tuna ceviche and lots o' tacos - pork belly, baha fish, beef cheek, chicken, and pig tail. All pretty darn delicious (although the chicken one wasn't as special as the rest). The pig tail was my favorite. Perfectly tender and melt in your mouth. And the baja fish taco is a nice counterbalance - light and fresh.
Had the Grand Electric Sour to drink. Tasted like bourbon. Therefore, good!
The bill came to maybe $50 which included 2 drinks. Totally a great value for your money and I left stuffed.
P.S. My bf raved about the music. All classic golden-age 90's hip hop. This place is just good vibes all around and makes the unpleasentness of the wait just melt away. -
Review from Carly H.
Toronto, ON
4/14/2012
The restaurant opens at 6pm, so friends and I jumped in a cab after work to make the line for 5:45. I knew there were only about 35 seats, and there were already 30 people in line. We were the last table to be seated. Everyone else had to put their names on a waiting list...suckers!
I guess if we didn't get a table, my rating would be lower, so I understand why some people only gave this place 3 stars. Other than the hassle to get there, everything else was amazing! The spicy squid was suprisingly delicious - definately will go back for that alone! (I think I should also wear skinny coloured jeans and dark rimmed glasses to blend in with the other parkdale hipsters...)
Portions=large
Music=aweome
atmosphere=loud
Will for sure go back. -
Review from Precilla C.
Scarborough, ON
3/5/2012 14 photos
There had been so much hype about Grand Electric that I was surprised it took me so long to check this place out. Finally, for a double birthday celebration, my friends and I ventured to Parkdale to finally taste some much lauded tacos!
Between the 7 of us, we were able to order everything on the menu, except for the ensalada electrico (because none of us were too interested in a salad that day). We each ordered our choice of tacos and shared everything else.
One of my friends ordered a Grand Electric Sour, which was recommended by our waitress. I took a sip and thought it was disgusting at first. However, after a few more sips, the drink grew on me.
Now onto the food!!
Guacamole and chips ($8)-this was fabulous, and probably one of my favourite items in the evening! The chips were super fresh, and the chicharrón in the middle of the guacamole was incredibly light yet crunchy at the same time. It was an immediate hit at the table.
Chipotle shrimp ($8.50)- probably my least favourite dish of the night due to personal preferences. I'm not a big fan of raw shrimp, and I much prefer them to be cooked. All in all, I didn't enjoy the slimy texture.
Tuna ceviche ($7.50)- Another sashimi-like dish. I thought the flavours were bright and refreshing.
Chicken fritto ($12)- can't comment because I only had a bite of it. The general sentiment was that people enjoyed it. The chicken was topped with a mountain of cilantro, which could almost be a salad itself.
Spicy squid ($9), one of my favourite dish of the night. I loved the sweet and tangy sauce that coated the squid, and it was well-complemented by green onions, cilantro, and avocado chunks.
Pozole rojo ($12 for large)- a hearty pork and tripe soup accompanied with more of those delicious chips. There was a great deal of meat in the soup, making it more like a stew. My friends commented that it tasted like Korean pork bone soup. For me personally, there was too much meat in the soup, although the flavours were rich and bold. I also didn't think that the chips paired well with the soup, and I would've preferred to have some bread instead.
There were 5 options available that night.
Baja fish- I thought it was quite tasty. The fish was moist and fried nicely, but overall, I think I prefer the fish taco from La Carnita.
Pork belly al pastor- I particularly loved the contrast between the rich and fatty pork belly and the sweetness of the pineapple! It packed a mouthful of flavour and just kept luring me back for more bites!
Beef cheek- the beef was juicy and incredibly flavourful, and the overall combination of all the toppings (green onions, jalapeños, cilantro and avocado) was very satisfying. The jalapeños gave a kick of heat, but the taco, as whole, wasn't very spicy. More hot sauce please!
Fried queso & poblano- the cheese was appropriately mild and didn't overpower the sautéed poblano peppers, which was very tasty.
Spicy arbol chicken- not very memorable, and certainly not very spicy. That was probably my least favourite taco of the night.
Dessert time- two options: key lime and chocolate & pecan. My favourite one was, hands down, the mini key lime pudding, which consisted of a layer of graham cracker crust, key lime filling, and topped with whipped cream. I loved the tangy filling and I loved the graham cracker crust even more!
In comparison, the chocolate & pecan pudding was rather disappointing. Even though the portion was small, the pudding resembled fudge, and was much too rich and heavy. I didn't like it at all.
It was a satisfying meal, even though Mexican food is not my favourite genre. I had lots of fun chatting and laughing in the lively atmosphere. I wouldn't rush to come back any time soon, given its no-reservation policy. The food was good, but it wasn't awesome for me. Nevertheless, I had a great experience here, and I'm really glad I finally tried the food. -
Review from Tara E.
3/27/2012 1 Check-in Here
Really fantastic. A kind friend stopped by on his way home from work to get on the list. Friday night, and we waited 1.5 hours from opening, despite being in line before the venue opened. Still, we went and had a drink, and headed back at a reasonable time.
Grand Electric bourbon sour to start. I found it a bit too sweet, but the vanilla was a lovely touch.
Me and my two gentlemen friends ordered 3 tacos each, and split 3 apps. (The guacamole, the tuna cerviche, and the spicy squid.) The guacamole was great. Probably my favourite app. The tuna was lovely, and the spicy squid tasted like chicken wings. I love chicken wings, so that is a good thing (although a bit odd).
I ordered the pork belly taco, the chicken tinga, and the baja fish taco. Fantastic! The fish taco and the pork belly were my favourites. I only wish the server had taken the time to explain what was in each taco. They were just dropped off at the table with no explanation, and the board that we ordered off of didn't give any hints, so I can't tell you what was in what. Regardless, they were delicious.
The only snafu? We waited and waited for our last app to arrive. The servers came by twice to ask if we wanted more drinks. The first was so sweet that we didn't feel like another. Then started giving us the hairy eye, and pointing at us. Actually. (It's a really busy restaurant and I guess we were taking too long.) Finally once we realized that our third dish REALLY wasn't coming, and flagged someone down to ask for it. Turns out they had forgotten it. I felt it could have been handled better.
Ordered both the lime and the chocolate pecan dessert to be split 3 ways. The key lime was definitely the winner.
I would definitely go back.
3 tacos, 1 drink and my share of the apps and dessert plus tax and tip=$40
Reasonable. -
Review from Alice T.
3/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
I'd say 5 stars for tacos in Toronto, but having spent some time at California's best beach side taco stands I've got to give 4 stars overall... but that said totally worth a trip to Parkdale!
I love places that do small menus and do them well! We went on Oscar night at 10:30pm so there wasn't a wait but we did have to share a table so I'm guessing there's usually a wait.
I had the fortune of going with a few foodie friends and pretty much trying everything on the menu.
Let's start with the starters... My favorite starter was the ceviche, even though i don't really eat seafood. The crispy tortilla and fried shallots around the ceviche was the perfect addition of flavour and texture to the fresh lime and fish. The only thing I could have done without was the mayo like dressing but all in all it was still delicious!
The spicy squid was also very enjoyable for a non-seafood eater like myself, all the seafood dishes were very fresh, not at all fishy. Personally, I could have done without the mayo on most of them but I imagine I'm in the minority. The spicy chicken sauce was a tangy, sweet, spicy, sour mix, it reminded me of a Thai dressing. I'm not sure chicken wings made the most sense because the sauce made the skin a bit soggy and it was a bit messy to eat even though tacos are messy too I guess... but tasty, sooo tasty....
Now for the tacos! Braised beef cheek, yum! Pork belly & pineapple al pastor, yum! Spicy chicken, yum! Fish taco, yum! Though the fish taco was a little greasy... Still amazing. There were two other tacos on the menu but I forget their names and can't find them online.
My favourite was probably the beef cheek followed shortly by the pork belly, I love pineapple in tacos!
Oh and maybe two tortillas per taco would be better for stability?
Again, all in all, very good tacos.
Dessert, the lime dessert was like key lime pie in a pot. It was cute and delicious but the chocolate pecan was by far the best! I don't think they have it all the time so if you see it, get it!
The chocolate mousse was the perfect texture and the pecans had a slight sweet toasted glaze that made them a bit crunchy but not a stick to your teeth coating. The base was a white, slightly sour curd? It wasn't as good as the rest but all in all it was delicious!! -
Review from Justine H.
Toronto, ON
2/13/2012
1: Poor 2: OK 3: Good 4: Very Good 5: Excellent
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ambiance: 3
Overall: 4
Extra information:
*Opened by ex-Black Hoofers
*Open 6 nights a week
*Closed on Tuesdays
*Limited menu item
Grand Electric has created quite a buzz on social media even before it opened. Even I found out about it before their opening date and everyone on Twitter was talking about it. Ex-Black Hoofers or not, I love Mexican food so it immediately went on my go-to list.
All their drinks and food items were written on the black board which were placed all around the restaurant. It's quite dark in the restaurant plus the writing is pretty small so if you don't have good eyes, you would have to stand up and walk up to the blackboard to read the menu like I did.
Ordered: Michelada 1/5
*Tecate (Mexican beer) with Caesar seasonings for $7
*I saw that they had Horchata on their drinks menu which I was excited about, but it was no longer on the menu
*In terms of 'cocktail' drinks, they only had this or the Grand Electric Sour
*I don't like vanilla-creamy type cocktails so I went with the Michelada
*I did not enjoy this at all
*I am sure it's suppose to taste like it is but to me, it was beer with caesar seasonings and it just wasn't pleasant
*I would just rather get regular beer or regular caesar
Ordered: Guacamole & Chips 5/5
*Plate of fresh corn chips served with guacamole and salsa topped with deep fried pork rind for $8
*Corn chips were super fresh, crispy and crunchy
*Guacamole was very flavorful with red onions and cilantro with the just right amount of lime juice
*Salsa was tasty as well but I would have preferred it with a little more kick
*Perfect to share between 2-4 people for an appetizer
*One of the best guacamole I've tasted
Ordered: Tuna Ceviche 4/5
*Pieces of raw tuna served with red onions and cilantro with lime dressing on top of deep fried taco shell for $7.50
*This was another good appetizer
*Lime mayo dressing on top with all the fresh vegetables went really well with the crispy taco shell
*This is hard to share and it is small in portion
*Overall has very refreshing taste (almost like a salad)
Ordered: Shrimp Tostada 5/5
*Pieces of shrimp served with fresh vegetables with lime dressing on top of deep fried taco shell for $8.50
*This was exactly like the Tuna Ceviche but with shrimp
*If I was to choose betwen Tuna Ceviche or Shrimp Tostada, I would get this one
*The sauce and the fresh avocado pieces balances out the sour marinade on shrimp
*Shrimps were big and juicy, went well with the dressing and I really enjoyed this dish
Ordered: Chicken Frito 3/5
*Plate of chicken wings with sweet chili sauce for $14
*5~6 pieces of chicken with lime, cilantro, green onion and chili
*This was one of the bigger dishes of the night
*Wasn't sure what to expect but it tasted Chinese-Thai fusion
*It was nothing special but the sauce was tasty
Ordered: Spicy Arbol Chicken & Pork belly Alpastor & Baja Fish Taco 5/5
*Taco is $3 each
*All 3 were really good, but Spicy Arbol Chicken was my favorite
*Spicy Arbol Chicken Taco was bursting with flavor but it is quite spicy
*Chicken was juicy and it went really well with all the vegetables (lettuce & cilantro) on top
*Pork belly Alpastor tasted like pulled pork
*Usually I don't like fruit in my savory food, but it complimented the flavor and I really enjoyed this
*Baja Fish Taco was really refreshing and it was almost like fish & chips in a wrap
*This was my first time trying fish taco and the fish was really soft and went well with the sauce and radish served on top
*They were the best tacos I've had until now, they are a MUST order!
Overall, I really enjoyed everything I ordered at the Grand Electric. I could tell that all the ingredients were super fresh and the flavors were strong in every dish. However, I would like to point out that a lot of their dishes use same vegetables/sauce so a lot of the dishes could overlap in flavor. Also, if you don't like (or hate) cilantro, I would stay away from this place. But then again, you expect cilantro in every dish at Mexican restaurants.
Ordered: Key Lime Vaso 3/5
*Key Lime Pie with whipped cream for $5
*By the time I was done with dinner, I was stuffed but couldn't pass on dessert
*Normally I don't like key lime pie or anything too sour
*This is small in size (which was much appreciated since I was about to burst)
*This wasn't too sour and it was well balanced with the fresh whipped cream on top
*Refreshing after all the mexican food and it was a nice way to end the meal
Summary: I really enjoyed my meal at the Grand Electric. I had doubts going in but yes, it is worth all the hype. Tacos are a must order and expect everything to be super fresh. Make sure to go early (before they open) if you don't want to wait long. I would go back to this place anytime. -
Review from Joe H.
3/7/2012 1 Check-in Here
After hearing about this place by word of mouth, I had to come here. I've been a pretty big fan of what the guys here had done at the Black Hoof, so I had to go and see what they were up to.
Word of warning, the place isn't exactly the biggest place in the world and apparently everyone in Toronto wants to come here as well. Come early for a seat cause they go like lightning (or... electricity... [i know... awesome pun]). We got there at 6:10 the night of a blizzard, and we were pretty much the last people that they seated. This place doesn't take reservations so definitely get here when it opens or be prepared to wait.
The bar menu is pretty extensive, and when I mean extensive, I mean that they have pretty much a million types of whiskeys, bourbons and scotches. Following the Black Hoof's philosophy that vodka pretty much sucks, they stock their walls with spirited brown bottles and offer them in shots, mixes and on rocks.
I ordered the Grand Electric Sour thanks to reading Kent P. 's review and was not disappointed. You'll see them making these vanilla infused wild turkey, lemon juice, egg white delights in multiple batches as they're pretty popular. And ya, I would order them over and over. Kinda reminds me of orange julius.
As for the menu, it's constantly changing, but the theme remains the same. The tacos are served tapas style, and you pretty much order them one by one. They come in 3 inch flour tortillas and are filled with your options of pig tail, baja fish, beef cheek, shrimp etc. I pretty much ordered the entire menu and found that the pork belly was probably one of my favorite tacos there. The other ones weren't letdowns either. At 3 dollars per taco, you'll find yourself ordering pretty much everything just to try the menu out.
As a note, I did hear the guacamole was amazing, and did see the giant dipping dish come out (fyi, it's not small), but sadly, I'm allergic to the green stuff so I can't comment on it...
While this probably isn't the best taco I've had (see my review for Tres Carnales in Edmonton), it's by far the best taco place in Toronto. Hands down. Even with the wait, I will definitely come back here again, and again, and again. And then a couple more times after that. I'd like the left side of the menu please. -
Review from Heather G.
Toronto, ON
3/22/2012
I would give this place 5 stars if it wasn't for the long wait to get a table (up to 2 hours sometimes). The food is absolutely amazing though and definitely worth the wait. I'd recommend arriving at least a half hour before the restaurant opens to hopefully be one of the first customers seated.
The tacos, especially the fish tacos, are awesome and only $3.50 each. The chicken wings are packed with flavour and definitely a step up from your usual chicken wings dredged in bbq sauce. The tuna ceviche has great flavour and sits on top of a crispy taco that gives a great texture contrast.
Definitely check this place out! -
Review from Kent P.
1/27/2012 7 Check-ins Here
OK, so the wait is 2 hours, so just plan ahead. Drop in put your name down, go home, go to the Rhino, wherever.
Make sure you get the chips and guacamole, it's probably the best I've ever tasted.
My favorite tacos so far:
Pig tail, baja fish, and beef cheek. The spicy chicken or chili cheese didn't do it for me (as much).
They have a policy of no take-out....but if you're very nice the waitress might sneak you some tinfoil to the table so you can bring a few out to share with your friends who didn't want to wait.
The Grand Electric Sour (vanilla infused Wild Turkey bourbon base) is pretty good. The chelada drink is....gross unless you like cheladas (think beer + spicy clamato).
It's cheap for how good / cool it is. So enjoy that.
I can't wait to become the DUKE of this place. -
Review from Ashleigh G.
Toronto, ON
1/29/2012
I am so happy that I no longer have to complain that there are no great fish taco's in Toronto. This place satisfies the craving for one of my favourite dishes!
Yes, the lines are long and it's noisy. But that's what a successful and vibrant restaurant looks like. Plan ahead for the wait and grab a drink at one of the nearby bars, just don't go when you're hungry!.
The guacamole is fantastic (it does come with a pork rind in the middle, be sure to ask for it removed if you don't eat meat). While there are some good mexican places in Toronto, few of them offer any selections for pescatarians. This place shines with their seafood. The shrimp tosta, the fish tacos, and the ceviche were the highlights of the meal (even for the carnivores).
Their signature cocktail is delicious, and they make a mean michelada.
The space they took over (cafe taste) is unrecognizable after their reno, but I hope they kept the dreamy garden in the back. I can't wait to try this place in Patio Season! -
Review from Leslie W.
BOTTOM LINE: The price is right and them tacos (and everything else) are tight!
It's no surprise that the owners who brought you the Black Hoof and Hoof Cafe (R.I.P.) have another winner on their hands. The best part is the unbelievable prices they're able to move their product at!
They offer what I would describe as the Black Hoof meets Mexicana - I'm not sure how authentic it is, but the flavours are rich and the food is hearty. The tacos are of the silver dollar variety that come in multiples of 3s with 4 flavours to choose from: fish, beef cheek, spicy chicken and pork belly. If I had to rank them, it would be in this same order; I was surprised (and disappointed) how flavourless the pork belly was! The guacamole was exceedingly fresh. But the highlight for me was the tripe soup, though amongst my dinner mates, I'm sure I was the only one (as long as you don't think too hard where it comes from, you'll be fine!).
We didn't embark on the bourbon binge (for shame, I know), but their list seems extensive even though I think you could get most of them from the Summerhill LCBO. Instead, we chased our food with a bottle of Unibroue's Limited Edition Grand Reserve 17 (delicious!) and their cocktails (I believe it was aptly named the Grand Electric). They also have one of my favourite beers on tap: Dieu du Ciel's Peche Mortel - son, this beer is liquid butter...(drool)!
Finally, the beats are good and not *that* loud as others have commented (maybe they dialed it back some), but the space is cramped, which is too bad given how spectacular this could be with more seating and less waiting. -
Review from EatingoutT O.
Toronto, ON
4/24/2012
Good to know you live up to your hype. Amazing experience, but could you please turn the music down just a smidgen?
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Review from Linds B.
3/23/2012
I love everything about this place. I love the food, I love the brown liquor, I love the margaritas, I love the loud rap music. The food is awesome, and it's FUN. Grand Electric makes me happy. I would live here if I could. Can't wait to go again. LOVE!!
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Review from Matt M.
Toronto, ON
1/5/2012
I friggin' love restaurants that specialize in a specific type of food, like poutine*, burgers, booze (all bars) AND tacos. This one was truly a delightful experience.
We had Pork, Chicken, and Beef tacos each were yummy in their own way and all tasted super different. The chicken taco was so spicy I had to take off my Christmas sweater at one point and order another beer. Despite that I couldn't stop eating it. It even has a medium dusting of cheese on top of it.
I'd recommend stopping by for a dinner and trying out some of the fantastic drink selection and don't forget dessert, I had the Drank Nog and it was fantastic. Pricing was reasonable and I left full but not taco coma full.
All of that on top of a lovely staff. I gave it four stars as I wasn't aching to go back** but would GLADLY go there if I were in parkdale.
*I like poutine.
**I live a good bit away from parkdale. -
Review from Vivek S.
12/18/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Grand Electric is a tiny space, woody and dark. Though it's packed with seats, we were still told to wait at least an hour. Stomachs rumbling but determined to dine here, me and my man-date (Paul H!) decided to wait it out. Parkdale is still vibrant in the evenings and we killed some time at Community 54 and River Trading Co. About 45 minutes later we got the call and headed back.
There was room at the bar, so we sidled up. It's a tight squeeze for sure, but it gave us a better few of the action, and we got to chat a bit with the bartenders. As others have mentioned here the music is loud and skews toward hip-hop and rap. At one point the tunes gave way for an interlude of gun-shots. Like twenty-five seconds worth. Comical indeed, but I guess the lesson here is: bring someone you don't mind shouting at, i.e., date number four, not number one.
The have a short draft menu, and a long list of dark spirits particularly bourbon. Their specialty is a bourbon sour with vanilla infused Wild Turkey and it looked like they tossed an egg white in there too. The result is a very sweet sour (if that makes any sense) served in a tall glass. It went down smooth.
We ordered a plate of chips and fresh guacamole ($8), the spicy squid ($9), and three tacos each ($10). I opted for the fish, pork belly taco and beef cheeks. The guac was super fresh and lime-y and you could find ample chunks of avocado that had been spared by the pestle. It was served with a playing-card-sized pork rind sticking straight up in the guac. Great. The spicy squid was crispy rings of squid in a tangy red sauce. Not very spicy but a great snack. The tacos were on the small side but each was quite delicious. I would recommend the fish taco, and the pork belly. The beef cheek tasted almost sweet, so I found myself killing with it with spicy salsa.
Sharing the two apps and three tacos apiece seemed to be JUST enough for the two grown man-boys dining that night. The vibe here is great if you don't mind the wait.
Obligatory Title Pun: Grand Electric is irRESISTible.
Menu Readability: In cursive on monstrous (and obviously custom-sized) chalkboard throughout.
Need to mention: Push that door to get in.
What this place teaches me about myself: I'll wait for tacos. I'll wait forever.Listed in: Places to get crunk in the…, Cocktail Boss
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Review from Amanda P.
North York, ON
3/26/2012
All the hype about Grand Electric is well-deserved.
I figured arriving 20 minutes before it opened would make me among the first in line, but there were plenty of other hungry people with the same idea. The place is super small, and I counted enough seats for 40 or so people and, since they don't take reservations, get there early or be prepared to wait awhile.
Knowing my eyes are usually bigger than my stomach, me and my friend tried to narrow down our order to a few dishes. We shared the guac and chips and the fried pork rind in the centre was a delicious, and spicy, treat.
We sampled the Baja Fish, Pork Belly, Pigs Tail and Beef Cheek tacos and, having never tried pork belly, pigs tail or beef cheek, I was beyond impressed. The tortillas are small but packed to the brim with fresh ingredients, and the toppings on each complemented the meat/fish really well. If I had to choose a favourite, it would be the pork belly with pineapple salsa, but I don't like choosing favourites and I'd order any one of these again.
Good vibe inside: small but noisy, kind of dark but very relaxed. The wait staff is friendly and not at all pushy. Our bill came to a measly $35 (not counting my $60 parking ticket *shakes fist*) but it was well worth the price of admission. Will be back for sure! -
Review from Lucas R.
Thornhill, ON
1/20/2012 5 photos
Went of a Thursday night at around 10pm and had no wait for a table of three.
I was surprised because most reviews of this place say it gets packed and have had to wait roughly a hour or more.
We were quickly sat by the hostess and greeted almost instantaneously by a waiter. She asked us for a drink order, we where sitting with our backs to the drinks menu at about a 170 degree angle to the chalkboard of drinks available, making it almost impossible for us to see what was available. We asked what was on tap and they offered three choices, we stuck with beer and water for the evening.
Once our drinks came the waitress asked if we wanted chips and guac, we said yes. Our food arrived about 5min later, the salsa and guac all tasted very fresh with bright flavours. The chips where seasoned well and made the appetizer addicting to say the least. About half way through the appetizer the waitress came back to take another food order (tacos obviously). At $3 a pop it is seemed kinda expensive but we where prepared/aware of that going in. After the order was taken we dived back into our app. Once most of the chips and gauc were gone a food runner quickly cleared the plate, kinda upsetting because we still had some guac left that we wanted to save for the tacos.
The tacos arrived 3 at a time. The food quality, execution and taste were all very very good. I would have eaten more if I hadn't had a larger meal earlier in the day.
This menu size is limited, as is the seating. This place has a very good vibe, kind quick on the their feet staff who are always helpful and happy to serve you.
Likely to return and recommended.
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Review from Zachary G.
Toronto, ON
3/7/2012
We showed up 20 minutes before it opened on a Wednesday might and we were first in line - but just barely. That is how popular this place has become. After eating there for the first time, I can safely say that I know why.
When you first arrive at Grand Electric, the first thing you notice is how small it is. The place can only seat about 30 people and even that low capacity is achieved by seating groups of four at a table so small that it would barely accommodate two in any other restaurant. Despite the intimate nature of the space, it has a very good vibe and is a fun place to eat.
Now onto the food. It is very impressive, especially for the price. We started with the guacamole and chips and they were easily the best I have had in the city. The chicharone in the centre was a nice bonus. Next, we had the spicy squid. While I will not say it was the best thing on the menu, it was nice to try a squid preparation that had not been battered and deep fried. Moving on, we had the menudo, a classic Mexican soup. The soup had a very rich broth with some nice chunks of pork and vegetables mixed in. I would definitely have this again. Finally, to finish our appetizers, we had the tuna ceviche. I love tuna but I usually hate ceviche because it is either a) made with raw tuna that is not of a high enough quality to serve raw or b) coated in so much lemon juice to mask some nasty taste. This preparation had neither problem and was rich as any raw fish I have ever had. I would go back for this item alone.
After finishing the ceviche, we decided to move to the tacos. I ordered the fish, pork belly and beef cheeks. While all three were good, I found the fish taco to be the best. The fish was lightly battered and yet incredibly moist - a difficult balance to achieve.
I am excited to go back and try the few items that I wasn't able to stuff into my belly and I hope that this place remains a vibrant part of the culinary scene in Toronto for years to come. -
Review from Anabel L.
Toronto, ON
4/2/2012
fiesta in your face
:Parkdale:
I heard. I went. I loved.
Grand Electric has been busy. I heard it was a two-hour wait. It wasn't. It was about 30 minutes. (FYI: No reservations, but you can leave your name and number and the hostess will add you to her already burgeoning list. Be patient or stay home.)
Last week I was craving me some Mexican - might have something to do with all those annoying Old El Paso commercials. Anyway...I decided to do something about it so I asked Dream Team if they'd be interested in going with me after work on Thursday. It opens at 6 (six nights a week; closed Tuesdays) so we figured we'd get there before and wait. Of course Dream Team said yes. And before anyone starts in on me about how Mexican food is better in Cali...we are in TORONTO. This is top notch Mexican for Toronto. And the service just makes it even more worthwhile.
Last Thursday Dream Team headed over and were in line by the time I arrived. Doors opened at 6 and we were the fifth party seated.
Inside is a little cramped and a lot of chill. That's the best way to describe it. It's the kind of joint where you can walk in, get fed, drink up and go home...happy. It's what I like to call a P-spot: Personal-Pleasant-Poppin' - as in the music.
There's a lot you can learn about GE if you care; who's behind it, what they're doing and why, etc. I'm not here for that. I'm only here for the food. And the drinks. GE has fantastic drinks, such as a bourbon sour with egg white foam and a kick of pepper.
Their menu isn't extensive but it's got a great selection of really tasty Mexican fare, especially their tacos. They take quality ingredients to prepare familiar, authentic flavours, but kick it up a knotch.
Our favourites of the night were the beef crudo tostada - beef tartare, peanuts, mint and tuna ceviche: perfect zing, lots of zest, and lovely fish. We also ordered the special - queso fundido (chorizo, cheese, egg) but didn't love it.
Tacos are $3.50 and worth EVERY penny, and a high 5. Of the three we tried (pork belly and beef cheek), the BAJA FISH was our favourite.
Dinner ended on a sweet note - the key lime dessert was really good. And the bill was even better. All that food, for about $40 per person.
I really want you all to eat here, and not because it's "hip". When I eat out, I want to enjoy the company with whom I'm eating. Enjoy the place I'm doing the eating. And of course, really love what I'm eating and after all is said and done, like the price I paid. Anything else people say is just a whole lot of hoopla I don't remember. I think one of GE's owners said it best. "'We are restaurant workers. We're serving you food and getting you drunk.'" Oh, high 5 there buddy.
So, for as long as GE keeps it real, there will be a lot of happy eaters. I just wish it wasn't so far. I also wish they'd open up a taco stand closer to the downtown core so that me and my lil' two feet could step on by and pick up, oh I don't know, perhaps ten? Ya, ten tacos sounds about right. -
Review from Eric M.
11/27/2011 3 Check-ins Here
Grand Electric has taken over the old Cafe Taste space and somehow it looks even smaller than it did before. That's not really a bad thing because it is quite nice inside. The exposed wood wall behind the bar looks great. I'm not sure what happened with the bar itself though because it looks like it came from an Ikea catalogue.
There are quite a few places to sit and they obviously wanted to make the floor equally welcoming to groups and pairs. There are two larger areas for groups near the door and tables for four and two scattered around the room with lots of seating at the bar.
I wish I could have had more to eat but four tacos, two Grand Electric sours and a Lime Varro beat me. The beef cheek was great and piled with fresh jalapenos and the pulled pork was equally good. I had one fish taco and the mild spice was a nice surprise. My desert was amazing. If you like key lime pie you will love this. Lime custard topped with whipped cream and lime zest sitting on a cookie. Excellent. I really want to go back and try their pozole.
Our servers were accommodating and up beat. Everyone on staff had an ear to ear grin on their face the whole time which was really nice to see. Take note, they do not take reservations but they will take your name and put you on a waiting list. I was told that it would be an hour wait but got a call fifteen minutes later telling me my table was ready so don't be afraid to poke your head in and see what's what.
I would have gladly given this place a 5/5 if it wasn't for the two things, first; it feels really really crowded in there and I got caught in a traffic jam trying to get in and leave. There might be a few too many tables there. My second and bigger issue was the music was way too loud. We were sitting less than three feet away from each other but had to yell the entire time. Their music selection wasn't bad but they couldn't fit a dj in there if they wanted to. It wouldn't change things anyway because he'd be playing the same thing and really, do you need a dj in a restaurant? -
Review from Steph L.
1/9/2012 1 Check-in Here
¡Yo quiero Grand Electric tacos!
If Grand Electric had a mascot, it would be a chihuahua with a toque, hipster plaid shirt, holding a taco, and a bottle of bourbon.
This place is all the hype... and worth the wait!
We arrived 20 minutes after opening and the place was already packed.
We added our name to the waiting list and hit up Boreal gelato while we waited for 45 minutes.
They called us and we made our way back to share a table.
This place is small, dark, noisy, a frenzy of people, but charming.
We selected 3 tacos each and split 3 appetizers scrawled on the blackboard menu at the back.
$3 dollars a taco. A small price to pay for such awesome tacos!
The basa fish taco was my favourite.
The fish was melt in your mouth tender. Cilantro, lime, spices, wonderful textures.
The beef cheek was sweet and saucy, soft and juicy.
Pork belly was good with an oily red sauce. It was alright, I secretly wish it was fattier.
As for appetizers, the guac stole the show!
The guacamole and chips were surprisingly addictive for such a simple dish.
Fresh avocado and salsa, hot and oily chips. We ate every last bit.
The squid rings were a bit too soft and smothered in a red sauce. They weren't spicy at all and I guess the rings are from little squid babies because they were pretty small.
Ceviche on the menu... what a pleasant surprise! I just got back from Peru and I've been eating a lot of ceviche. The fish was fresh and super tart from marinating in lime juice. Served up with onions and spices, it was refreshing but usually a lunch item rather than a dinner item.
Also, drinks are fabulous. I had the house special "Grand Electric" bourbon sour.
It was more sweet and slightly sour with a delicious thick foam. Incredibly easy to drink and enjoy!
Grand Electric is my first review of 2012!
What a great start to my foodalicious year! =) -
Review from Karilyn K.
Vancouver, BC
3/9/2012
Be prepared to wait forever. Amazing tacos. The beef cheek and pork belly are absolutely fantastic. It's a great, small menu - exactly how Mexican should be. We went with a group and ordered some of everything, which is a wonderful way to do it.
There were six of us and we went in to put our name on the list at 8:00. We didn't get a table until after 11:00PM! It's really tasty and well done, but it's not 'wait three hours' great.
