La Casita — Restaurant in Berlin

In the captivating wilderness of the New Hampshire mountains, a perplexing revelation awaits those seeking the true essence of Mexican cuisine. La Casita, a hidden haven nestled in nature's embrace, defies all expectations, inviting culinary enthusiasts on an extraordinary journey beyond the realm of imagination.

As you step foot into La Casita, a surreal tapestry of aromas dances through the air, weaving together fragrant spices and the tantalizing allure of charred tortillas. This enigmatic ambiance envelops you, capturing your senses and transporting you to a realm where the culinary arts reign supreme. The passionate and hospitable staff, true purveyors of Mexican gastronomy, extend a warm embrace, their dedication shining through every interaction.

Prepare yourself for a culinary odyssey that defies the ordinary and embraces the extraordinary. La Casita's tacos, dear reader, defy logic and transport you to the vibrant streets of Mexico itself. Each tortilla, tender and yielding, cradles a symphony of flavors that astound the palate. The artistry unfolds with every bite, transcending geographic boundaries. La Casita's dedication to authenticity shines through, as they recreate the essence of Mexican heritage in the heart of the New Hampshire wilderness.

However, let us not limit our appreciation solely to the tacos, for La Casita's burritos are a testament to culinary marvels. Wrapped in warm, delicate tortillas, these creations transcend the mundane and ascend to celestial heights. Each bite reveals a harmonious blend of flavors, crafted with meticulous precision. La Casita's commitment to culinary excellence is undeniable, as they elevate each ingredient to its full potential.

Beyond its gastronomic prowess, La Casita exudes a charming ambiance that speaks of ancient traditions and forgotten tales. The rustic decor, adorned with evocative folkloric motifs, casts a spell of enchantment upon all who enter. Every visit to La Casita is an immersive expedition, allowing you to delve deep into the soul of Mexico's culinary heritage.

Lastly, we must acknowledge the visionary minds behind La Casita, who possess an unwavering dedication to authenticity. In the remote reaches of New Hampshire, they have summoned the very spirit of Mexico's culinary soul, defying all expectations. Their audacious pursuit of perfection in the unlikeliest of places is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and its quest for beauty and meaning.

In conclusion, La Casita has shattered preconceived notions, defying geographic boundaries to present an unrivaled experience that unites the vibrancy of Mexico with the untamed wilderness of New Hampshire. Embark on this serendipitous culinary pilgrimage, and allow La Casita to unravel the mysteries of flavor, leaving you spellbound and...

I was reluctant to try Berlin's La Casita. La Casita is owned by the same gentleman who owns Jalisco in Conway. Jalisco started out as a good restaurant, but went downhill after being open for a while.

My rationale in trying out La Casita was simply, "There has to be a different cook at this restaurant, and hopefully a different restaurant manager". So, I hoped for a better experience. I ordered the Huevos Rancheros lunch special. This is a dish that I have ordered many, many times over many years at a great many Mexican and Tex/Mex restaurants. I spent years working in places like Texas, New Mexico, Southern California, etc.

The La Casita menu described the dish as having 3 "Ranch Style" eggs and the clarification in the menu was "Over Easy" when describing how the eggs would be prepared. Over easy is exactly how it was prepared every time that I have ordered it, at every other restaurant, with the exception of Jalisco.

Over easy means the eggs were flipped over, and removed from the grill while the yolk was still runny. One does not need to attend years of training at Le Cordon Bleu to attain the proficiency of producing eggs that are "Over Easy". There are greasy spoon breakfast joints all over this country that prepare "Over Easy" eggs to perfection every day of the week. At La Casita, and at Jalisco,, the eggs were cooked until one side was total brown, with the yolks totally hard, and had the consistency of rubber. To say that the eggs were overcooked would be an understatement.

For today's order, the dish was sent back to the kitchen twice. I could have patched a tire with what was served to me both times, and it was also the case the last time that I ordered the dish at Jalisco. The second time that I sent the dish back to the La Casita kitchen, I requested that instead of tempting fate for a third time, I would order shrimp tacos.

The tacos came to the table on three tortillas, with a side of pico de gallo, and a spiced sauce. The tacos were OK. Note that I did not say "Great". Great would mean that the shrimp had been seasoned properly with some Mexican spices, and bland, uninteresting shrimp was what was delivered to the table.

I should caution anyone trying La Casita about one more concern of mine. At Jalisco, I ordered a dish that, according to the menu, contained crab. It did not! What was served to me was not a creature that lived under the sea in a shell. In fact, what was served to me was...

This is a great restaurant. The last 3 times I was there, small mistakes were made with my order. I won't deduct any stars in spite of that because I feel too many people are so fast to give poor reviews over insignificant things and are blind to the big picture. My hope is that the owner follows his reviews and addresses the issues I feel have become a trend. I think the pace they work at to fulfill orders is commendable, but it comes at a cost, and that price is in getting things wrong. Lunch special ordered, charged for dinner portion. Missing food items. Wrong item brought to table (language barrier, perhaps?).

The reasons for 5 stars all around are simple: The quality of the food is very good. San Diego-level Mexican? Hardly. But let's be real. Sourcing affordable, fresh and authentic ingredients in the North Country is all but impossible. They do a hell of a job considering. The portions are other worldly. Especially for how much they charge. The value is totally unbeatable. Their lunch specials are insane! For right around $10, you get 2-3 times as much food as you do anywhere else, no joke. And instead of some processed fast food garbage, this is freshly prepared, real food. Speed and staff. They have so many people running around to help customers, I have never once had to wait longer than I wanted for my meal. Overall, I would give La Casita 6 stars if I could. And the only thing I hope will change over time is more...