Mi Casa Grill — Restaurant in Richmond

When Mi Casa Grill opened it got lots of rave reviews. . I remembered when the location was a great Cantonese restaurant run by a family with food that was as good as my grandmother and mother's. A friend and I decided to have lunch there today indoors. The restaurant is nicely decorated, appeared clean and not cluttered. She ordered the super taco with carnitas; I ordered a burrito with grilled fish. We were both disappointed for different reasons. My burrito did not have much fish; in fact about 1/3 of it had no fish and was filled mostly with beans and rice. The few fried tortilla chips on the plate did not come with any salsa--the server said the salsa was inside the burrito. Whoever heard of having to dip your toritlla chips into a burrito to scrape a teensy bit of salsa? There was no salsa to scoop out of my burrito! Besides the 8 pieces of chips, there were two slices of cucumber and a dehydrated piece of radish. That is all and it cost $20 plus tax and tip. The base price was about $16; the fish was extra $4. My friend ordered the super taco. She liked the crunchy tortilla on top of a soft tortilla; she said the carnitas were good and it had salsa. Her super taco was served with a tiny container of rice and a tiny container of black beans. It cost $16.25 plus tax and tip. The food is not innovative nor creative. For the prices, I expected something special. I think a lot of their investment went into fixing up the building, decorating, creating an outdoor seating area enclosed by clear plastic curtains, and their online presence. The server did stop by to ask if everything was ok but didn't stay long enough to hear our response. The "bus boy" refilled our water glasses. He was also much more attentive when collecting our plates and asking how we liked the lunch. I told him I was disappointed that for the extra money there was hardly any fish and that it wasn't his fault. He said sometimes the cook forgets to put ingredients! I was surprised. Although my friend was unhappy with the service and said the food was not memorable, we left a decent tip for the service because we know servers and buspeople need to earn a decent wage. Without even a beer or cocktail, lunch was $25. The prices of other entrees at Mi Casa Grill are not for people on a budget. Given the prices and paltry bit of fish in my burrito, and the taste of neither lunch not being memorable, we decided to take Mi Casa Grill off our list of close-by places to eat. That's too bad because the location had been empty for years and we looked forward to having a good, close-by place to...

So happy to have a family-owned business like this in our neighborhood! This is the type of restaurant where you want to get to know the people behind the counter, because they are the heart and soul of the operation -- one family, running everything in their first foray into restauranteering. The food was amazing -- we've been looking for authentic Mexican food ever since moving from Tucson, and we found it here. The flavors are intense, exotic, and so true Mexican. Plus, they pack a bartender into the small space, serving up exotic and festive cocktails and Mexican beers. The perfect way to wait for your food. The decor is very well done. We've been watching the transformation of this perfect restaurant location for a while, and it was so exciting to finally see how they used the unique corner space, and the way of bringing modern design and authentic Mexican flair into the same space. We came on opening night, and were so impressed. We can't wait to go back. There was a long line on the first night, but that's to be expected when the family is this amazing and the...

I recommend checking out their weekly special, they always have delicious dishes. That being said, you should know that:

Since opening in 2020, Mi Casa Grill is delighting the Richmond, California dining scene. Founded by a Mexican family from Michoacán.

This charming restaurant offers a unique culinary experience by combining traditional Mexican dishes with South American specialties. Its varied menu includes everything from enchiladas, mole and tacos to plantains, pupusas, empanadas and ceviche. In addition to exceptional food, the service is friendly and attentive, with family members present to share stories about the food and gastronomy of Jalisco. The restaurant's decoration evokes the artistic charm of Mexico, with vibrant colors and artisanal details that create a cozy and familiar atmosphere. Mi Casa Grill also offers a wide selection of exquisite cocktails and a brunch and dinner menu to satisfy all tastes. It is a place where authentic flavors meet the warmth of family hospitality, creating a truly memorable dining experience.

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