5 /5 Scott Reid: Normally I reserve reviewing places until at least three visits, but after my second visit I felt compelled to share my thoughts on this place. To put it succinctly; this place rocks! But more broadly, the food is top shelf; great portions for lunch or dinner and just superb quality. Prices lean a little bit toward less budget friendly, but theyre not excessive and you ARE absolutely paying for quality and it is there! As a bigger lad myself, it isnt often that I take leftovers home. But holy moly, that Chimichanga was a beast. Absolutely delicious, and a challenge to make it through. I shouldve skipped the extra shrimp appetizers (and probably breakfast), but not for lack of quality but simply for lack of INTERNAL SPACE!! And, as a bit of a fussbutt when it comes to mojitos (I think I take after Hemingway a little insofar as how I prefer the mint leaves to be gently muddled) I dare say the ones at Mesa Fresca are some of the best in the city. I would come back just for them frankly even if the food wasnt the best.....but the food is amazing, so call it a bonus. I very much look forward to coming back in the summer. The only slight (and I mean very slight) knock was the service, and it had nothing to do with the table service, I want to be absolutely clear on that, but there was a bit of a wait for the hostess to get to us and it wasnt super busy. There was probably a very valid reason for the delay, but there was a bit of a delay in just getting seated. However, once we were, we were well taken care of and the wait staff are friendly, attentive and personable. Had a great visit, and am looking forward to my next one!