I had a whirlwind trip home last week, but of course I made time to stop at my favorite family owned Mexican restaurant in Stock Island -- Chico's Cantina. Open since 1984, the restaurant's menu is as diverse as its staff. With an outside patio in the back, it's the perfect place for large parties when the weather is nice.
The most epic thing about Chico's? Every meal comes with endless chips and salsa. The chips are always crisp and light, while the salsa has a nice kick if your bite includes some of the fresh jalapeño. Definitely come hungry or be prepared to take leftovers to go.
The most epic thing about Chico's? Every meal comes with endless chips and salsa. The chips are always crisp and light, while the salsa has a nice kick if your bite includes some of the fresh jalapeño. Definitely come hungry or be prepared to take leftovers to go.
Baja Fish Tacos
As much as I dine here I should probably change up my entree selection, but the Baja Fish Tacos are just too darn good. What can I say? This dish is one of Chico's signature entrees for a reason.
Made with the freshest catch, breaded and flash fried, the corn tortilla is then piled high with cabbage, queso fresco, onions and tomatoes. Add some of the restaurant's roasted chile arbol sauce for a refreshing zesty flavor or some refried beans for a different texture. Don't forget to add in the fresh guacamole or Mexican rice just because you can.
Made with the freshest catch, breaded and flash fried, the corn tortilla is then piled high with cabbage, queso fresco, onions and tomatoes. Add some of the restaurant's roasted chile arbol sauce for a refreshing zesty flavor or some refried beans for a different texture. Don't forget to add in the fresh guacamole or Mexican rice just because you can.
Chicken Enchiladas
All of the enchilada platters are so robust they hardly fit on the plate. Pick your filling and get ready to bask in perfection. The corn tortilla is heaped with red chile enchilada sauce and cheddar cheese and baked until it's melted and oozing. If you can handle the heat, spice things up by ordering your enchiladas with a dollop of green verde or green chile sauce.
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