El Guacamole — Restaurant in Paris

👩🏼‍⚕️Nutritional Perspective: One of the highlights of my meal was the nachos with guacamole, showcasing the incredible nutritional value of avocado. Avocados are packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, essential vitamins like E, C, and K, as well as fiber and potassium. This superfood not only elevates the flavor but also adds a wealth of health benefits. Paired with the perfectly seasoned nachos, it’s both a delicious and nutrient-rich treat.

📚Cultural and Historical Note: Mexican cuisine is deeply rooted in the traditions of Mesoamerican cultures like the Aztecs and Mayans, with staples such as corn, beans, and chili peppers forming the backbone of the cuisine. After the Spanish colonization, new ingredients like cheese and meats were incorporated, creating the flavorful and diverse dishes we know today. This restaurant captures that rich history beautifully, presenting classic dishes like burritos with authenticity and flair.

💰Value for Money: Absolutely worth it! The portions were generous, and the quality of ingredients—especially the freshness of the guacamole—made every bite feel like a good investment.

👨‍🍳Staff Behavior: The staff was welcoming and friendly, though there was a slight delay in service during peak hours. It didn’t detract too much from the experience, but a touch more attentiveness would enhance the overall vibe.

🧐Final Thoughts: ✅ This is a fantastic spot to explore the flavors of Mexican cuisine. From the nutritional benefits of dishes like guacamole to the cultural richness behind every bite, it’s a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic and enjoyable culinary experience. Definitely a place...

I visited Le Guacamole around 6 PM and was eager to try their offerings, as their website showcases mouthwatering photos that set high expectations. Unfortunately, the reality was far from what was advertised.

Here’s what I ordered: • A margarita drink (which turned out to be frozen—something I wasn’t informed about, nor would I have chosen). • A regular guacamole (not the mango or spicy variations). • Chicken tacos, one mushroom taco, and a quesadilla.

The Experience The guacamole, a dish the restaurant is named after, was the biggest disappointment. It arrived brownish and extremely cold, clearly not freshly made. When I asked the waitress about it, she assured me it was fresh. However, after she noticed me taking photos, she returned with a fresher-looking, greener batch, which only confirmed my initial doubts.

The chicken tacos were barely edible, and the mushroom taco was outright bad—definitely something to avoid.

While the ambiance might be passable, the quality of the food does not justify the prices.

Final Verdict I don’t recommend Le Guacamole. The quality, particularly for a place specializing in guacamole, is unacceptable for the price. Despite the enticing photos on their website, the food fell flat in both presentation and taste. I’ll be attaching photos...

The food is decent, but the service is even worse. While they serve quickly, they do so with a surly attitude. Something that Europeans (given that the waiter is Mexican) are spared, which makes it clear who their target market is and also explains the quality of some of their dishes (quesadillas with Old El Paso flour tortillas and Emmental cheese—something I could make myself for cheaper).

In addition to providing biased treatment to customers (racially biased), they do a half-hearted job. In their eagerness to implement more "modern" and "efficient" practices, payment is made online via a QR code, and the waiter merely delivers the orders with disdain (at least in my case). Then they “suggest” a tip for the “service” provided. I regret having tipped 😅, especially since, beyond that, assimilated wages are illegal in France. If they are going to systematize this type of practice, they should consider that within the economic and fiscal context of the country, certain rules must be applied.

I left with a very bad taste in my mouth. Although there are some positives: the...