Saturday, October 6, 2012

Happy Grill Mexican Restaurant - Madison, WI

CLOSED late 2014?

2810 East Washington Avenue

Happy Grill appears much nicer on the outside than inside.  The first impression walking in is a greasy dingy dive despite the abundance of sunlight streaming in.



Chicken Mole, Chile Relleno, Carne de Puerco, Tamale. The Relleno was outstanding with a sweeter and deeper flavor than usually present in this offering.  The Mole was about what was expected, not really a favorite for me.  The tamale was on the dry side but definitely enhanced from verde sauce from the Carne de Puerco.


Caldo de Camaron. I couldn't believe they were offering huge prawns in a buffet setting. The soup itself was delicious but the prawns had soaked too long becoming mealy.


Menudo. This was fantastic with only the slightest among of lingering offal taste.  I went back for thirds.

With a steady stream of Mexican clientele arriving, I figured it had to be decent.  It was.

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