First Glance: Fiesta Tex-Mex, Xindong Lu

Tucked away ever-so-slightly under street level, Fiesta Tex-Mex feels like what a family-style Tex-Mex restaurant in America, to someone who has never been to a ‘proper’ one anyway. The staff members waiting outside are eager, perhaps somewhat to eager, but considering we are the only people eating there on a Wednesday afternoon it may just be boredom. There is seating inside, as well as a few tables outside next to the atmospheric water feature.

Their menu comes in the form of an annoying technological device, but does boast some mouthwatering options. Once we figured out what we were doing on the iPad, we decided to go with a quesadilla with chorizo (RMB 72), fajitas pollo (RMB 86) and guacamole (RMB 45).

The meal was delicious – the guacamole was tasty and fresh and topped off with crumbled feta, although a somewhat small portion for RMB 45. It came with nachos that were either a little stale, or just too thick. The quesadilla was stuffed to the brim with a delicate filling of chorizo, tomatoes, cheese, herbs, and more, and comes with some sour cream, and extra fresh salsa.

The fajita also lived up to expectations. The chicken and vegetables were sizzling when served, and was all spiced beautifully and was presented with two fresh tortilla wraps. The filling was plenty for these two, and all the food we ordered was enough for two people.

Prices at Fiesta are relatively steep considering the portion size, but the quality is solid and the service is quick. This may be the perfect place to take your family, those picky visitors who just won't eat malatang, or for colleagues in the Sanlitun area to have dinner after a long day at work.

Fiesta Tex-Mex
Daily 11.30am-midnight. Bldg 3, 12 Xindong Lu (opposite Bentley), Chaoyang District (5323 5399)
朝阳区新东路12号3号楼(Bentley的对面)

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