Marisquería Pura Vida — Restaurant in Midland

A Taste of 'Pura Vida' for Breakfast in Midland My significant other and I recently started our day at Antojo Pura Vida, and it was a delightful experience that left us with a warm and satisfied feeling, much like the name suggests. The restaurant, with its inviting atmosphere, offers a refreshing take on authentic Mexican cuisine, a welcome addition to the Midland dining scene. I opted for the Huevos Rancheros, and it was a fantastic choice. The eggs were perfectly cooked, nestled on a bed of fresh, flavorful tortillas, and smothered in a rich and savory ranchero sauce that had just the right amount of kick. Every bite was a testament to fresh ingredients and thoughtful preparation. It was a truly enjoyable and authentic rendition of this classic Mexican breakfast dish. Beyond my own plate, the overall ambiance of Antojo Pura Vida contributed significantly to our positive experience. The decor is vibrant and welcoming, creating a sense of being transported to a place where life is, indeed, pure and to be enjoyed. The service was attentive and friendly, adding to the relaxed and pleasant morning. While I can personally vouch for the excellence of the Huevos Rancheros, a glance at their offerings suggests a menu filled with authentic and tempting Mexican flavors. It’s clear that Antojo Pura Vida is passionate about bringing a genuine taste of Mexico to West Texas. For those seeking a flavorful and authentic breakfast or brunch in a pleasant setting, Antojo Pura Vida is a must-try. We left with full stomachs and a smile, already planning our next visit to explore more of their culinary "antojos" (cravings). This is a great spot for a weekend breakfast with a loved one or a cheerful...

The restaurant looks great! Lunch menu is limited but if it’s for faster lunch service, I’m all for it. As an appetizer, we ordered the queso fundido. I prefer more of an asadero type cheese rather than melted shredded cheese (which is tough) but it had good flavor. The corn tortillas it came with though, are extremely tough and hard to chew (I didn’t eat those and scooped cheese on a spoon ) The tortillas seemed to be heated in the microwave. For our main dish we ordered the two salads available. The salads looked great but weren’t made as directed by the menu. I ordered a wedge salad with blue cheese and croutons (which is my favorite type of salad) but it didn’t have blue cheese nor croutons instead it came with pecans and an avocado dressing. I don’t eat avocado or pecans so I didn’t eat it. My wife’s strawberry salad was supposed to come with a strawberry vinaigrette dressing and instead came with ranch on it and missing croutons and other key ingredients. When we told the waitress about it, she said “that’s how the chef makes it” even though the menu says something else. I know it seems like I’m being picky but if that’s the way you make it, I’m fine with it but please put the correct description so that I know if I want to order it or not. I won’t go back simply for the fact that I don’t know what...

Zaidi was out waitress and she was so sweet, so attentive, and great at her job. The restaurant itself was so clean, even the restrooms. We started off with an appetizer of fried seafood. It was basically just thin slivers of calamari (think fried onions for casseroles), tiny shrimp, and small pieces of octopus. It’s served with a salsa that lacked flavor but was just okay after adding salt and Maggi. It wasn’t anything special and we would not order it again. Not for that price. My kids nuggets and fries were good. Better than most places. I got the ribeye burger and it was soooo delicious. IMO it just needed mustard which I’m sure I would’ve been given if I had asked. The fries were decent, wish they would’ve salted them fresh out the fryer. I would definitely order it again. My husband got the filete relleno and he really liked it. I thought it was yummy too. The sides with that were good too! We will definitely be coming back! Their menu is huge and everything looks so delicious. My only complaint, besides the appetizer, is that we were charged for a soft drink for my son’s meal when the kids menu clearly says it’s included. I attached a pic of that so you can see. I did ask and said it wasn’t included and that was that, not gonna make a big fuzz over it. Overall, it’s...