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Casa Borrega

Casa Borrega

1719 Oretha Castle Haley New Orleans, LA 70113, United States

Mexican • Latin-american • Mexican Restaurant, • Mexican Restaurant, Home (private)


"Wow. First time here. Had some people say it 's great food but bad service. I disagree. It 's great food, great drinks, friendly staff, and a RELAXED atmosphere. Does the staff rush around, take your order, rush back with food, etc?? No. They DO take their time with each table, explain specials, ask about your evening, etc. No one is dogging it here. We had a great time, stayed and talked a long time, talked to 2 or 3 of the waitstaff, the bartender, one of the band members. This is a Mexican family atmosphere. No rush, let 's talk. Small store front, the a classic pick up truck in front with a neon OPEN sign in it. Come in to a bar area and indoor seating, band in the corner. Friendly bartender got chips and guacamole with an AMAZING salsa made with poblano, and guajillo, and Serrano peppers, burst with flavor and heat on the back end. Muy sabor! We waited to be seated in the open back area. About 15 minutes, which went by fast with a great band to listen to. Had a cute young lady server (Allison), who gave us the rundown on the specials, and made us fell welcome (as did the bartender in front). We tried a flight of mescal, which is 4 shots of mescal from various regions. Durango, Guerrero, one mixed with Tamarindo, and one I can 't remember (lol). Very different flavors, and fun to try. They also have a huge selection of tequilas. THE FOOD: I had the Borrega de Oro (lamb marinated in tequila cooked in banana leaves with grilled nopalitos and cebolitas. Tender meat, very tasty... with nopalitos on a corn tortilla was delicious. This is great stuff. Classic and well prepared. My friend who would be my gf, had chille rellenos. Traditionally made and very flavorful. Both entrees were reasonably priced and well worth it. Overall I can 't say enough about the experience. If you look at my other reviews, you will see if don 't give 5 stars often. The food, music, atmosphere, drinks, staff and feeling of welcomeness push this over the edge. And I didn 't even talk about the walls covered with kitschy items to look at. The washrooms are clean and omnisex (for use by anyone). Good to see."