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Let’s face it. Americans crave those spicy, bold flavors that originated south of the border. These tasty dishes are a cultural experience that has come to dominate our dietary habits, from Taco Tuesdays to Margarita Mondays. Next time you’re near Redford, Michigan[,] and you just have to have Mexican cuisine, try one of these four restaurants.
Mexican Fiesta
Located in nearby Dearborn Heights at 24310 Ford Road, Mexican Fiesta is your one-stop venue for all your favorite boldly-flavored classics. Why not start the journey off with the queso cheese dip from the appetizer menu? The housemade corn chips are the perfect way to get heaping helpings of warm, melty cheese mixed with spicy peppers onto your taste buds.
Move on to one of Mexico’s most treasured traditional dishes: Menudo. This hearty tripe and hominy soup tastes just like Abuela used to make, with a bold red-pepper base. End your authentic meal with a bowl of fried ice cream. It’s delicious.
Mi Pueblo Mexican Restuarant
Mi Pueblo is all about your favorites — fast. Order the flauta special. It’s three rolled corn tortillas filled with your choice of seasoned chicken or mashed potatoes, plus a side of beans and zesty rice for under eight bucks.
Don’t forget to ask the server for a big glass of horchata or sweet and fruity agua de jamaica to wash it all down. Located at 7278 Dix in Detroit, it’s only about 20 minutes from Redford and well worth the trip. You can even get your Mexican food from Mi Pueblo conveniently delivered with Uber eats.
Las Palapas Authentic Mexican Restaurant
You don’t have to take a southern road trip to get Mexican cuisine. Las Palapas is right around the corner at 33308 Plymouth Road in Livonia, just off Interstate 96. Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering options, from fresh, flavorful seafood and juicy steaks to enchiladas and quesadillas.
The empapelado Marino comes highly recommended. It features a tasty combination of shrimp, scallops, and tilapia with sauteed vegetables; all served inside a pineapple. Sip an adult beverage with your meal. Las Palapas has an extensive drink menu featuring 10 different margarita concoctions, including “Mango Mezcal” and the “Skinny Raspberry.”
Old Mexico Restaurant
Also in Livonia, Michigan, Old Mexico Restaurant at 28407 Five Mile Road is a trendy joint with an upbeat vibe and compact interior. Its menu is loaded with generous servings of all the Mexican cuisine you’d expect, plus a few tasty surprises.
Choose from Mexican pizza, lots of nacho plates, and salads with tangy dressing options. Stop by for a filling lunch from the specials menu with homemade chips, salsa, and guacamole. Old Mexico is so good that it can get quite crowded, so consider ordering your grub to go and save time.
When your taste buds demand flavors that only authentic Mexican food can satisfy, try one of these four restaurants around Redford, Michigan. Each one offers a unique menu, and they’re all scrumptious. Which will you try first?
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