Mario's is a family owned and operated mexican restuarant, located at the end of downtown
La Mesa.
Mario's was first recommended to me by my desiner friend
JoeyS. He would rave about their
service and
food, but most of all, the
Carne Asada.
Pan ordered
Mario's Tostada Ensalada ($7.95) with
Carne Asada. A crispy flour tortilla base, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, guacamole and beans, topped with a sprinkle of parmesan.
This was a pretty tastey dish for what it was. The
Carne Asada was perfectly marinated.
Pan was like a mad scientist, mixing a different combinations with every forkful. Even though there was no standout ingredient besides the
Carne Asada, everything tasted fresh and this was a good dish as a whole. We would definitely order this again.
I ordered my favorite,
Mario's Carne Asada ($10.95). Specially marinated, tenderloins of beef, grilled and topped with sauted onions and bell peppers, served with guacamole, rice, beans and a choice of flour or corn tortillas.
I like the fact that the
Carne Asada comes whole. I requested it to be grilled
Medimum Rare and the onions and peppers cooked through. I knew since the beef is thin, that this would be difficult. I am normally not this picky, but through trial and error, this is how I best enjoy the
Carne Asada here at
Mario's.
The
Carne Asada was cooked as ordered. Although, cooked well-done near the edges, it was
Medium Rare as you got to the middle. The
Carne Asada was mouthwatering delicious! The beef was tender, almost buttery and the marinade was not over powering. I was in nirvana with every bite.
I looked up from my now empty plate, dazed and ready for a nap. Like when the San Diego sunshine hits you; you can not help but smile. There is nothing like a good meal with attentive service at a reasonable price.
Mario's De La Mesa Restaurant8425 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91941
Tel: 619-461-9390
Lunch: Mon-Sat 9am-4pm
Dinner: Tues-Sat 4pm-9pm
Sunday Brunch: 9am-3pm
Pan Says: Carne Asada so good I want to cry. This is like
crack for pregnant japanese women.
Baby Say: Hey Momma San, we got more room in here, how bout another
hit of
Carne Asada?