It keeps getting better in Lenoir City. Another Mexican restaurant that is better than the last! I guess we are just fortunate not having to drive into Knoxville and/or Oak Ridge.
We arrived about 5:30 PM on a Sunday holiday weekend. When arriving, the restaurant was relatively quiet. It didn't take long before the crowds started to show!
We were immediately seated and our waiter brought by great tortilla chips and a muy bueno salsa. I might add, this is not like what you would be accustomed to. No chunky tomato version, but a genuine Ranchero salsa. Smooth, with a great kick in the pants. Nice, smokey, and seasoned just right. While we enjoyed the salsa, we also ordered Guacamole Dip for $2.50. Probably the freshest guacamole I have had in recent memory.
Browsing the menu, the Pollo Loco and Enchiladas Suizas popped out. The Pollo was served with an outstanding sauce (I would call gravy). The onions and mushrooms were sauteed until golden and the onions were caramelized. The sauce covered a very tender double chicken breast. Included with the plate was rice and beans for the Daily Special at $7.50. Checking the menu, I see that dish is normally $9.75. Suizas were moist, flavorful, and the chicken was melt in your mouth tender....not overly spicy...just a nice amount of heat from the enchilada sauce.
No dessert ordered this night...but a great deal about $40 including a pitcher of Top Shelf Margaritas. Definitely a return visit will be scheduled. Very Nice Lounge and Outdoor seating available since Tennessee Restaurants are non smoking. Another Ayala's Restaurant has now opened in Tellico Village....must stop by for lunch next time.
Browsing the menu, the Pollo Loco and Enchiladas Suizas popped out. The Pollo was served with an outstanding sauce (I would call gravy). The onions and mushrooms were sauteed until golden and the onions were caramelized. The sauce covered a very tender double chicken breast. Included with the plate was rice and beans for the Daily Special at $7.50. Checking the menu, I see that dish is normally $9.75. Suizas were moist, flavorful, and the chicken was melt in your mouth tender....not overly spicy...just a nice amount of heat from the enchilada sauce.
No dessert ordered this night...but a great deal about $40 including a pitcher of Top Shelf Margaritas. Definitely a return visit will be scheduled. Very Nice Lounge and Outdoor seating available since Tennessee Restaurants are non smoking. Another Ayala's Restaurant has now opened in Tellico Village....must stop by for lunch next time.
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