EL PUESTO COCINA Y CANTINA ROLLS AND GRILL

By Maya Morales

El Puesto Cocina y Cantina is a warm, inviting restaurant that greets customers with scents of spices and a delightful welcome that makes you feel like part of their family.

A beautiful painting of Frida Kahlo and touches of Mexican culture transport you directly to the streets of Mexico.

When I sat down, I was greeted by a kind server who served me duritos drizzled with Valentina- a nice change from the traditional chips and salsa.

One of their most popular dishes that I had the pleasure of trying was the enchiladas poblanas: chicken enchiladas made with special blended green sauce topped with crema, pickled onions, cilantro and other vegetables.

Each bite reminded me of a dish I would eat if my grandmother was in the kitchen; it was a flavorful blend of Oaxaca, Puebla and Michoacan, Mexico. If you seek delectable authenticity in a Mexican dish, El Puesto, located at 3700 California Avenue, is the place for you.