Just had lunch today, on cinco de mayo, in a local Mexican restaurant that I have been meaning to try.  Located at 12 East 11th Avenue just off of Broadway and a little south of the downtown, Zacalo bills itself as a local restaurant and bar it is pretty nice.  The parking on the street is always full but the hastle of finding parking or walking there is worth the food.

The salsa that comes with the chips has just the right nip but if you want hotter you can always try the Chili con Queso.  The service was a trifle slow but the waiter was hustling around doing the best that he could.  The food was fresh and tasty.  Give it a try and you won’t be disapointed.