Birrieria El Jefe — Restaurant in San Antonio

This was a spontaneous lunch run for some people at the office. This hidden gem is tucked away on a side street between Harry Wurzbach and Austin Highway. The menu seemed to be in flux, as some of the pricing was hand written on their menu sign, and some of the items were just crossed out. We ordered some Tortas de Birria and Quesatacos, an Agua Fresca Sandilla, an Horchata, and a couple Strawberry Horchata. The tacos were solid, very cheesy with a good amount of meat in them. The onions, cilantro, and lime elevate them nicely and the consomé adds to the flavor as well. The consomé was surprisingly mild. I was expecting a little more seasoning and spices, but it’s good nonetheless. The Torta, despite being monstrous, could have used a little more flavor. The consomé did add some additional punch, making it a good torta. Overall good flavor on everything. The stars of the show here are the drinks. The Horchata was good and the Strawberry Horchata was amazing, a perfect mix of cinnamon and strawberry! The Aguas Frescas Sandilla was impressive as well, in flavor and in presentation. Each order was about $23, which seems a little high to me, but then everything is a little higher these days. I like the variety offered on the menu, and I wouldn’t mind coming back to try some Ceviche or even the Birria Ramen. Overall a good gastronomical experience....

Birrieria El Jefe was excellent! Saw birria ramen on their menu and knew I had to try it. Did not disappoint. The Tapatio ramen provided the great noodles and general ramen-y flavor, but the birria was definitely the star. Also had a watermelon agua fresca which was also great - giant chunks of watermelon and they weren't shy with the chamoy and Tajin either. While I loved the watermelon, would have loved a sugar-free drink option to choose from - maybe some Topo?

Otherwise, was great, and would definitely...

Don’t judge a book by its cover on this one! It may be small and tucked away, but the food is delicious and the staff are so kind. This is good ol’ Mexican comfort food. NOT a Tex-Mex joint (nothing slathered in queso dip here). The enchiladas have actual ranchero sauce. The breakfast plates are big and hearty. They serve menudo and pozole daily - super impressive. They even have pancakes at breakfast and burgers on the menu for that one friend in your group. Give this place your business, you...