Loco Pez!

This review was written by Stefany Stuber - best friend, beach-lover, veteran bartender (in the industry for 15+ years)

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I've had my 3rd date with Loco Pez last night, and I have to say we are off to a great start.  This little Mexi pub located at the intersection of East Norris, Susquehanna, and Cedar is the former Crazy Fish, which in jest was translated perfectly. The place itself has a 70's decor, wallpaper featuring collages of Mexican comics, a vintage sign over the bar's fish tank, and a "Family Guy" pinball machine. Beware though, the sign does happen to say, "cash only bitches." 

Margaritas!

That brings me to my first concern, I had a feeling I was about to walk into a "hipster haven."  Alas, I was only quasi-correct. I've been there on a Friday night which was a bit on the hipster side, and I've been there twice on Sundays. There I fell for the bartender Rasheed, he is a super friendly guy who has been in the industry for quite some time. He takes a lot of pride in freshly squeezing the lime juice and cracking jokes at my expense. Last night I had a Regal Margarita, it was Milagro blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and grapefruit soda, with a salted rim. My friend Dave had a Monte Carlo, it was a chipotle infused tequila, hibiscus water, fresh lime juice, and a sugar rim. Trust me he did not skimp on the tequila, Rasheed and Dave started looking better by the hour. Onto the food, the tacos range from $1.75-2.50. They are sold individually, which is great for exploring a variety of flavors. I've had the al pastor, potato and chorizo, fish, beef, and chicken tacos. I will say the tacos are small, but heavier on the meat. In my opinion I'd rather have a smaller shell, and more meat, then vice versa anyway. The burritos range from $9-10 and were a decent, delicious size.

The buzz about this place is that the food is about authentic to west coast Mexican as it comes. If that's true, then I'd love to live on the west coast and know this was the standard. Last night we had the sweetest server, she was on the ball when it came to service. She was quick on filling our glasses, I think she heard tequila makes my clothes come off. She was also knowledgeable about the menu and was happy to offer suggestions. Gracious Loco Pez, I will be frequenting your cute little restaurant , especially on Sundays. 


Loco Pez
2401 E. Norris St.
Philadelphia, PA 19125
267-886-8061
http://www.locopez.com/

Reviewed & Written by Stefany Stuber