El Hidalgo: Where Modern and Traditional Mexican Fare Meet

If Elkridge, Maryland and Mexican and Latin American cuisine are not all synonymous yet, rest assured that El Hidalgo aims to change that. There's a certain elegant modernity to the restaurant, with dark stained wood tables and chairs amidst the off-white walls and bright colors of Mexico. Bring the whole family for tacos, enchiladas, and carne asada. More adventurous eaters will also find traditional and specialty dishes on the menu. Many residents flock to El Hidalgo for its lunch specials, which take place between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. El Hidalgo has taken traditional aspects of regional Mexican and Latin American food and modernized them without losing any of the spark. Also available for dinner, El Hidalgo is an excellent place for small groups, families, and couples. Take out is available, too! Come to El Hidalgo for a culinary celebration of the Mexican and Latin American spirit and culture. You may not be south of the border, but your taste buds won't know the difference.

El Hidalgo
6060 Marshalee Drive
Elkridge, MD 21075
(410) 540-2999

Zapata’s: A Shoe In

There are tons of restaurant choices in the Columbia area, but locals who crave excellent Mexican cuisine flock to Zapata’s. When you get to Zapata's, do yourself a favor and order a margarita – or a pitcher of them. They draw raves from regulars for their tangy, not-to-sweet flavor, and they sure pack a punch. Once you’re ready to eat, the menu offers a fine selection of classic Mexican food. Some favorites include the pork enchiladas served with a salsa verde that is thin but flavorful, as well as the exceptional empanadas. Zapata’s isn’t like a fast-food place that just puts ingredients into tortillas and calls it a day – the entrees here are carefully-composed with bold, powerful flavors. Tacos al pastor are a great choice if you’re looking to relax at the bar and have a snack that won’t make you too full, with meat prepared to perfection. Service is friendly and the place is usually not terribly crowded, so it’s easy to get a table.

Zapata’s
5485 Harpers Farm Road
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 715-6929
http://www.yelp.com/biz/zapatas-restaurant-columbia

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