So I had to try the new Mexican restaurant on Mangum in downtown Durham Dos Perros that just opened last week. Since the film festival was in town I decided to make a reservation for 6 although I ended up with 7. We got there early so it wasn't too crowded for a Saturday night. Here is the rundown:
The Food:
For appetizer we had the following: Tortilla soup - very good, big bowl, Plantanos Rellenos - very tasty fritter looking things that had a spicy bite and a favorite amongst our crowd, Ensalada de Naranja, Jicama, y Cilantro - light and refreshing, also chips and salsa were served with homemade chips which were delicious, the verde salsa could use a kick, but I enjoyed it.
For the main meal we had:
Conchinita Pibil - which was pork roasted in banana leaves that had a delicious crust on it and came with some vegetables on the side, Tikin Xic Pescado which was grouper cooked just right with a side of vegetables, Enchiladas de Vegetales - which had a green sauce that was delicious, Mole Amarillo con Chochoyones - this was like soupy stew with vegetables and dumplings (not that great) but the sauce had good flavor.
The Service:
I consider this an important factor, and it was great service. We were seated promptly with an extra person added to the reservation at the last minute and our drinks came quickly. Some people in our party had to leave early for a movie and the split check was no problem. The server was attentive without being obtrusive just how I like it.
The atmosphere:
As you enter there is a long bar on the left and dining area on the right with the kitchen in the rear. At first I though that they only had those few tables but realized that they also have a downstairs which I did not get to check out. Upstairs where we were seated was quite pleasant with the open front window. It had a nice feel since it is in the rehabbed downtown building near City hall.
I plan to go there again for lunch and would recommend it. Add some comments if you have been there.
