Los Potrillos on Landmark Drive
Rating: Taco Bell ... minus the Adequate Food, Descent Service and Low Prices
In the Mexican, cookie-cutter restaurant business, this place is on the very low end in taste and on the high end in price. I had the displeasure of trying this Mexican wannabe the other day when I got a hankering for some heartburn. With Siesta Ranchera on IAA shut down for good, I decided I would try the new place in town.
The first thing I noticed was the walk-in to the restaurant had a feel more Strip Club-esque than restaurant. Inside, I found the tables and "blah" setup more to the liking of the aforementioned Taco Bell. Once seated, the traditional basket of chips came out with two salsas. The waiter didn't seem to know which was "hot" and which was "mild", so I had to come to my own conclusion both were "mild" and not very good.
From the menu, I did notice the prices were slightly higher than most places I have ate. I ordered a Chicken Chimichanga ($5.50) with a side of rice and Guacamole salad. I added a diet coke ($1.45) to wash it down.
Despite getting seated next to the kitchen, I would only see my waiter when he brought my drink\took my order and when he delivered the check. My Diet Coke glass sat empty for the last 15 minutes of my visit. He did however manage to stand not more than 10 feet from my table prattling on to another waiter in Mexican to give that authentic feel.
The food was more bland than the salsa and the guacamole (I am an expert) was worse than Taco Bell. The Chimi was over-cooked, the rice non-spectacular, and - of course - the service was piss poor.
Once I had the check, I made my way to the front to pay. I inquired about daily specials and found that they are non-existent.
Bottom-Line: In 6 months, this place will probably be non-existent as well given their location, shitty service, high price, lack of specials, and the fact that there are already 2 established cookie-cutter Mexican restaurants in town. I spent $7.59 on food I could have gotten at Taco John's for half the price.
posted by Reed at 12:45 PM
9 Comments:
Don't judge the place from the previous review. We went in this month and we thought it was very good. At least comparable to Fiesta Ranchera or better depending on the item. The item I had, Chili Colorado, was better and $.50 cheaper. The service was great. We're going back. We go to Mexico regularly and thought this was good Mexican food for Central IL. To each his own, and everyone has their own opinion, but it's worth trying, especially if you enjoy Fiesta Ranchera.
11:16 AM
This is great Mexican food, and it IS AUTHENTIC. I order from them at least once a week and have never been dissapointed The complimentary chips and salsa are great as well!
4:06 PM
I love Los Potrillos! I recommend the veggie burrito, it comes stuffed with the sauteed onions, mushrooms, and cheese. This guy said he gave it six months to stay in business but thankfully he was wrong. You know what they say, opinions are like a**holes, everybody's got one.
6:50 AM
Love Love Love Los Potrillos. The original comment was a bit much, but I do have to laugh...6 months? Its been almost 3 years since that comment, and its the best loved place in town. Awesome food, excellent service, and the place is always packed!!
1:13 PM
My boyfriend and I love los potrillos! I dont know what that other guy was talking about. It is authentic mexican food..the service is excellent, and the prices are low. I go there once a week most of the time for lunch and it is always a great experience!
3:19 PM
Personally I was impressed by Los Potrillos...and by the way, Mexican isn't a language.
2:30 PM
You may want to look that up Leah. Though Spanish is a defacto language of Mexico, there is no official or legal recognition of such thus "Mexican" is a language though it is quite significantly spanish ... but thanks for playing, we have some wonderful parting gifts for ya!
9:28 AM
Los Potrillos is by far the best Mexican place to eat at in Bloomington-Normal. I can not stand the dirty feelings by all of the rest. Los seems cleaner and by far the cheapest. Keep up the good work.
6:38 PM
The original review is not accurate. This is the best mexican place in town. So you thought it would only last 6 months! Ha it's still open and doing great! Definitely a must in Bloomington!
9:37 AM
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