I try not to frequent chains but when the inevitable happens I don't think they should be ignored in the foodie blogosphere. Don't worry, I'm not going to be the lady from Grand Forks, ND who raved about the Olive Garden. And in fact here at Bergers & More, we already snuck in a few chain reviews including Seasons 52 and Le Pain Quotodien.
So with most chains I'll be quick, unless of course something tremendous warrants a full-blown review. Otherwise, we'll call it a "Chain Reaction".
Yes, Cantina Laredo is a chain but they don't want to be one. They aspire to bring high-end Mexican to every mall across America in their 100+ locations. The decor is old hacienda style with lots of candles and white tablecloths.
Sadly the result is not good. Stick to your local Mexican spot.
At this Columbus, OH location chips were tasteless - the kind you need to dump copious amounts of salt on for any kind of flavor. Tableside-made guacamole was overly chunky. And the shrimp in the shrimp fajitas was so overcooked, I found myself fighting to take bites. On the bright side, the Skinny margaritas were large and strong, so I focused on those.
Our Chain Reaction - go for a drink or three and dine elsewhere.
Until our next Berger,
KLB
Cantina Laredo has over 100 locations across the US and a few international ones, too.
I dined at this location:
8791 Lyra Drive
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