Last August 11, 2011, I was still feeling quite tired from the 16-hour flight (which doesn’t include layover hours) I took the day before returning to Manila.  But no matter how tired the body is, the mind tummy is stronger.  That is why that very evening, I saw myself with Spanky and fellow foodies at the newest Mexican spot to hit the metro.

I’ve wanted to visit Chihuahua since it opened but barely found the time.  Mexican food is one of my top favorites that Bubba and I were willing to travel all the way to Pampanga to taste good Mexican cuisine.  I love the bright colors and the bright flavors that different tacos and burritos bring.  Chihuahua definitely did not disappoint.

Photo Credit: Richard of www.TalesfromtheTummy.com

Chihuahua is situated right across A. Venue along Makati Avenue and has started to create more noise for the area especially during its themed nights like Chips and Dale night and their Salsa nights.  Right at the helm of the party scene and Tex-Mex restaurant vibe are the couple Ines Cabarrus and Elian Habayeb of music and wine radio.

Restaurant is quite spacious for moving and bumping hips.  Walls are adorned with Mexican icons like Ricardo Montalban, which got me laughing hysterically because I finally saw his photo.  I have baptized my friend Richard of www.TalesfromtheTummy.com “Ricardo” a few months back and I’m trying to get everyone to call him that. Sexaaay eh?

On the Table

Chihuarita PHP 195

While waiting for the others, we sipped a glass or two of Chihuarita –this is Chihuahua’s version of margarita.  It tastes so light and so good –just a lemony hint that’s not too acidic and right amount of sugar.  It gets you in a bubbly mood because the alcohol creeps in slow and soft but hits you right up.  I also love that the salt on the rim of the cups are spiced up for that extra kick.  Purrr-fect!

Nacho Grande PHP 245

This starter gets the conversation going and going like an Energizer battery.  This was clearly a favorite on the table with a bowl of crunchy yellow chips cascaded with tasty chili beans, gooey guacamole, salsa of tomato and onion, jalapeno, 2 kinds of cheese and generous sour cream.  You shouldn’t miss ordering this when you’re at Chihuahua.

Chihuahua’s simple menu is on their red boards and it’s only 4 steps.  Step 1 is choosing between pork, steak, chicken or vegetarian. Step 2 is whether you’ll have your choice in a taco, burrito, burrito bowl or salad.  You can be done by Stage 2 but if you’re an eater like me, Step 3 will never be ignored. 

This is where you choose accompaniments or appetizers for your meal.  5 choices are provided that includes Mexican rice, Chili, Nacho Grande, Chips and Queso, and Tortilla Soup.  Step 4 is the drinks which are actually a collection of imported beers, sodas and even an imported mineral water. [Read more…]