Empellon CocinaGreat surpriseWe ordered the mango and crab appetizer and it was a complete amazing surprise, best dish of the night, it was really fresh and new. We also tried the set of salsas but liked only 3-4 of those. The masa chips were awesome, just a tad greasy. The pastrami tacos were delicious and the rhubarb dessert a real treat.5/7/2013 12:00:00 AMAmazing!!!A restaurant that knows its identity. Perfect food, drink, & service!5/7/2013 12:00:00 AMAwesome times!Thank you Chef, cooks, waiters, bartender and managers for your hard work! It was a wonderful experience! Will be back!!!5/5/2013 12:00:00 AMI had a very good experienceI had a very good experience at Empellon. I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this chef creates a very light and delicius plates! I enjoyed everything there!4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMWorth the hypeIt was seriously incredible. The food was delicious, the staff friendly. Loved everything, especially that pistachio guacamole. The only complaint would be that there was only one meat taco option (the veggie and fish ones were great!), which was short rib and coleslaw, which tasted like a mixture of barbecue sauce and warm mayo. Try something from the mescal list as well!4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMFrom the lobster-queso toFrom the lobster-queso to the tongue tacos, to the searing serrano salsa, this place isn't for the faint of palate. But if you are at all adventurous and have a love of latin flavors, this place is definitely one to check out. Service was top-notch and the drinks were as flavorful and zippy as the food offerings.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat imaginative food andGreat imaginative food and wonderful service but ver noisy.4/17/2013 12:00:00 AMBig flavor, little portionsMet an out-of-town friend here and it was a delightful evening with DELICIOUS food and excellent service. But, it was a dash expensive for little portions. You should go into it thinking of it as flavorful Mexican tapas. Pistachio guacamole- Excellent. Tetilla Cheese -Super Yummy. Resposado Margarita - TASTY yet smooth. I'd go again but not with my friend that eats and eats and eats.4/10/2013 12:00:00 AMguacamole with uni was greatguacamole with uni was great as was the chicharon...the razor clams with guava combination was blended well...the lengua/chorizo tacos were very tasty...we ordered 5 other dishes ( between 2 people) all well executed4/5/2013 12:00:00 AMBarely Mexican, but definitelyBarely Mexican, but definitely delicious. Crazy twists on tacos and small plates create a fun experience that's great for small groups.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMFood was outstanding. LovedFood was outstanding. Loved the pistachio guacamole and the scallop tacos. Service was very friendly. Our party was late and they still held the table for us. Will be returning!3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was excellent butThe food was excellent but the cocktails really stood out!! The service was attentive and helpful throughout the meal even on a busy night.3/28/2013 12:00:00 AMChallah bread pudding wasChallah bread pudding was amazing. All of the guac and salsa chips were also amazing!3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent food -- very deliciousExcellent food -- very delicious + adventurous Mexican cuisine -- not for "traditional Tex Mex" food lovers..definitely going back3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMA wonderful guacamole andA wonderful guacamole and respectable margaritas. Tapas/appetizers are imaginative. Not sure I like the presentation--those bowls are unwieldly unless you are picking at the food with your fingers. P.S. what is the proper placemennt for your eating utensils when you have finished digging out the food out of those steep uneven bowls?12/7/2012 12:00:00 AMAuthentic and imaginativeFor lunch, we had the Sea urchin guacamole, scotch egg with chicken chorizo, chicharroness, sea scallops, and sweetbreads. All were excellent.3/3/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was truly a delightThe food was truly a delight - the service was wonderful and the drinks superb - a great evening -2/9/2013 12:00:00 AMWe eat out all the time andWe eat out all the time and love scouting out new restaurants - and this was one of the best meals we've had in a long time. Everything was flawless - the guac, the scotch egg (amazing!), the tacos (crab cake and pastrami - both awesome), lamb meatballs. I would highly recommend. Can't wait to try the WV location.1/25/2013 12:00:00 AM