We tried Cafe Capistrano after reading all the good reviews. We love all kinds of ethnic foods and were psyched about potentially finding a great Mexican place. We were seated quickly and our waitress was friendly, helpful and professional. The decor is a little spartan, but clean. I am a fresh salsa junkie, and I like it HOT. I cook with lime and cilantro frequently, and like those flavors. However, the salsa was so overwhelmed with the flavors of lime and cilantro that it just wasn't enjoyable. Not a good start! We ordered the mango shrimp appetizer. It sounded great, but it was sloppily executed. It was tasty, but I think it could have been a lot better - the shrimp were a little sketchy, if you know what I mean. My husband had fish tacos and very much enjoyed them. I had a nightly special (exactly what is escaping me - I just remember that EVERY aspect of it was heavily seasoned with cilantro), but I didn't really like it. The side of beans were excellent, tho. I was really bummed about our experience because this restaurant got such great reviews. We figured it must have been an off nite, so we went a second time a month later.
Pros: fresh tortillas, great beans
Cons: did not like their salsa
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