1 /5 Jason Hayes: I visited this place when it was busy, which gave me the impression that the food must be good, considering the number of people coming and going. I ordered a large Menudo, which cost $16.51. That seemed steep, so I asked about the portion size and was told it was 32 ounces. Normally, when I order a 32-ounce Menudo, it comes in a quart-sized container specifically meant for soups—not a drink cup like they served it in. That difference threw me off.
I then asked about the smaller size, which was 20 ounces, and they charged $14.50 for it—only $2 less than the large. In my experience, a 32-ounce Menudo typically costs between $10.99 and $12.99, so their pricing was way above what I’ve seen elsewhere.
I regularly try Menudo at different places, and while I’ve seen prices go up to $12.99 for a large, I’ve never paid $16.51. The woman at the counter seemed annoyed, and I’m not sure if it was because of my questions or something else.
Despite the price, I remained optimistic. However, when I arrived at my destination, I was disappointed—the Menudo was cold and lacked flavor. The corn tortillas were fine, but the Menudo itself was overpriced and one of the worst I’ve had in the past 10 years of seeking out the best. This place might have great food, but their Menudo isn’t it.