Open since the beginning of the century, Adobo Grill has withstood the test of time, remaining strong throughout some difficult years that shuttered many restaurants across the city and beyond. What the Old Town mainstay offers is more than just authentic Mexican food. It’s the warm hospitality and intimate service that keeps regulars and newcomers passing through the doors. We were welcomed into their home recently to experience firsthand what has kept Adobo Grill standing for nearly a quarter of a century.
As with any classic Mexican restaurant, it is essential to snack on the chips, guac and salsa while you mull over other meal decisions and sip on an Adobo Margarita, shaken and poured tableside! Reviewing the menu, there are plenty of vegetarian, pescatarian and meatitarian dishes to choose from, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
‘Tis always the season for a fresh ceviche and the Atún doesn’t disappoint. Circularly-wrapped in an impossibly thin slice of cucumber, ahi tuna ceviche is packed in with diced cucumber and avocado tossed in a chipotle ginger sauce. Your tastebuds will take a simultaneous trip to Asia and Mexico with this shareable!
Tacos are an everyday affair at Adobo Grill but Tuesdays are when diners can get the best deals on a duo of tacos served with their “fiesta” rice for $10+ off! For those with vegetarian preferences, Adobo loads their housemade tortillas with a cornucopia of veggies including cauliflower, zucchini, carrots, onion and peppers.
For a fishy twist, try the Negra Modelo-beer battered Pescado tacos. Crispy tilapia is dressed with a creamy chipotle mayo and cabbage in this quintessentially messy but delicious pair!
Alas, your carnivorous options make up the majority of the menu with grilled chicken, adobo roasted pork and barbacoa beef short rib. Our pick is the adobo roasted pork, prepared Al Pastor style with sweet slices of caramelized pineapple and a smattering of guaca-salsa (a genius mashup of guac and salsa).
Chicken dominates as the protein for Adobo Grill’s entrees with salmon, steak and shrimp sneaking in on a few dishes. No matter the preparation of the chicken, diners can expect a ton of flavor in every bite. We love the deliciously classic Enchiladas Suizas, drenched in salsa verde, sour cream and melted cheese.
If pan-seared or grilled seafood is more your jam, order yourself the Salmón or Camarones en Pipian! Both are marinated in their own special way and served with perfectly paired veggies to satisfy the food pyramid.
Don’t miss out on Adobo Grill’s Churros to finish off your meal. Perfectly fried and crunchy, dip your churros into the accompanying ancho chocolate and caramel sauces for the best bite this side of Spain!
Adobo Grill is located at 215 W North Ave. They open at 4pm on the weekdays and 2pm on the weekends. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.
Open since the beginning of the century, Adobo Grill has withstood the test of time, remaining strong throughout some difficult years that shuttered many restaurants across the city and beyond. What the Old Town mainstay offers is more than just authentic Mexican food. It’s the warm hospitality and intimate service that keeps regulars and newcomers passing through the doors. We were welcomed into their home recently to experience firsthand what has kept Adobo Grill standing for nearly a quarter of a century.
As with any classic Mexican restaurant, it is essential to snack on the chips, guac and salsa while you mull over other meal decisions and sip on an Adobo Margarita, shaken and poured tableside! Reviewing the menu, there are plenty of vegetarian, pescatarian and meatitarian dishes to choose from, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
‘Tis always the season for a fresh ceviche and the Atún doesn’t disappoint. Circularly-wrapped in an impossibly thin slice of cucumber, ahi tuna ceviche is packed in with diced cucumber and avocado tossed in a chipotle ginger sauce. Your tastebuds will take a simultaneous trip to Asia and Mexico with this shareable!
Tacos are an everyday affair at Adobo Grill but Tuesdays are when diners can get the best deals on a duo of tacos served with their “fiesta” rice for $10+ off! For those with vegetarian preferences, Adobo loads their housemade tortillas with a cornucopia of veggies including cauliflower, zucchini, carrots, onion and peppers.
For a fishy twist, try the Negra Modelo-beer battered Pescado tacos. Crispy tilapia is dressed with a creamy chipotle mayo and cabbage in this quintessentially messy but delicious pair!
Alas, your carnivorous options make up the majority of the menu with grilled chicken, adobo roasted pork and barbacoa beef short rib. Our pick is the adobo roasted pork, prepared Al Pastor style with sweet slices of caramelized pineapple and a smattering of guaca-salsa (a genius mashup of guac and salsa).
Chicken dominates as the protein for Adobo Grill’s entrees with salmon, steak and shrimp sneaking in on a few dishes. No matter the preparation of the chicken, diners can expect a ton of flavor in every bite. We love the deliciously classic Enchiladas Suizas, drenched in salsa verde, sour cream and melted cheese.
If pan-seared or grilled seafood is more your jam, order yourself the Salmón or Camarones en Pipian! Both are marinated in their own special way and served with perfectly paired veggies to satisfy the food pyramid.
Don’t miss out on Adobo Grill’s Churros to finish off your meal. Perfectly fried and crunchy, dip your churros into the accompanying ancho chocolate and caramel sauces for the best bite this side of Spain!
Adobo Grill is located at 215 W North Ave. They open at 4pm on the weekdays and 2pm on the weekends. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.
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