40.74357 -73.95434 this popular one-Michelin-starred restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating. Inside, the ceiling soundproofing is not effective enough: not an intimate place for a romantic dinner. With the local Catholic priest sitting at another table, I think the noise problem will be forgiven if...the food is delicious. Expectations are high.
In May 2023 we ordered the carne asada medium rare, a double “R” ranch skirt steak with roasted poblanos and beans ($38). Marinated in tequila, it was delicious. Perfectly cooked, juicy and great in flavour and texture. A dish that keeps guests coming back. For dessert, we ordered the chocolate mousse ($10). Excellent ending to a good dinner.
Ordering the wine requested a knowledgeable waiter. The white Pinot Grigio Pitars 2020 “Braida Santa Cecilia” from Italy ($15 a glass) was unremarkable in flavour. Probably not a Pinot Grigio but a Chianti Blanco. Next time order Mexican wine at a Mexican restaurant. So, we did and the Misión Blanco 2020, Santa Tomas, Baja California, Mexico ($14 a glass)
was much better in flavour. But for the same price, check out new wine countries.
Service was personal, attentive and effective. When the priest left, the owner and chef came to say goodbye and the priest gave them his holy blessing by placing his hand on their heads.
Casa Enrique offers really tasty Mexican dishes. The wine list needs an upgrade, as does the soundproofing, God willing. Recommended.More