The Art of Flavors — Restaurant in Town of Ellicott

i'v been in Jamestown for work for the past week, and every day I drove past this incredibly colorful and whimsically decorated mexican place telling myself i'd check it out later. Well today I finally did and wish to god I did sooner so i could have used all of my meal allowance on it every day because DEAR LORD WHERE DO I BEGIN?? the atmosphere?? Long streamers of papel picado greet you as you walk in, and as you step in, every available wall is covered in intricate murals depicting the vibrancy of Mexican culture, ALL HAND PAINTED BY THE OWNER!! The hostess was incredibly nice and helped me pick out the birria burrito which not only was reasonably priced, it was frickin MASSIVE and was at least two meals in one. It came out super quick despite the crowds and the taste was somehow even better, i genuinely teared up a little.

I think some of the most genuine and tangible connections people can make with one another is through food and art. these are things that transcend all cultural and language barriers and I could literally taste the passion and love coming from this food made by someone I'd never met before. I love cooking, and I love making art, and as i tore into that PHAT burrito like a starving man, I felt that love reflected back at me.

Absolutely transcendent food and a really awesome vibe...

I had called to place an order for takeout on a Friday night during the dinner rush. I had to wait on hold for upwards of ten minutes, but I know how busy restaurants can get. I stayed patient, and it helped that the woman on the phone was very sweet. I knew she wouldn’t forget about me.

Believe me when I tell you it was worth every minute. It was our first time trying The Art of Flavors and it will not be the last, honestly I don’t think I could get Mexican food anywhere else after that night.

Everything we had that evening was superb, down to the chips and salsa. This restaurant could not be more appropriately named.

Compared to other establishments in Jamestown/Lakewood, I do believe The Art of Flavors does it better than anyone. They check every box. LARGE portions at prices that are incredibly fair especially considering the quality of the food you receive. Pleasant staff and a cozy homegrown atmosphere.

I will forever be recommending this establishment as the premier location for quality food from...

We lived in California for ten years and were immersed in the Mexican culture. Since moving back to New York we haven’t really found a place that makes us feel like we did in California. But this place did it. A little kind hearted beautiful Mexican girl popped her head around the corner from behind the kitchen and brought us out our chips and salsa. She did that immediately when anyone walked in. Very disciplined and helpful. Another Mexican boy was drawing a mural on the wall with Mexican culture symbolism. Doing an amazing job by the way. The children were all very sweet and helpful. The waitress was kind and the atmosphere and music was perfect. I wrote this all before receiving my food. Just took a bite of my tacos. 🌮 exactly as they should be!!! I will be...