El Jacal is a case of no frills authentic mexican food, and lots of it for a deliciously low price. The unassuming location on Bloor West, just east of Dufferin gives way to a feast for the sense of taste. This is where Mexican Torontonians go to get the real deal.
What to order here? Carnitas. A generous helping of moist roasted pork will arrive to your table with onions, fresh cilantro, a smooth avocado salsa and chipotle sauce, all of this ready to be wrapped, by you, in a warm soft corn tortilla. Available by the kilo or half kilo, the value is staggering. And the fun is just beginning...
Despite the kitschy neon Mexican decor, this place serves great mezcal cocktails, whereas many other taco joints in town stick to beer. The Jacarr-ito Loco, was my favourite, boasting a 2 oz. helping of Mezcal grapefruit pop, lime juice and salt, crowned with a powdered chili rim.
Value: Excellent
Price: $40 for two with a cocktail.
Jenny Likes It: ****Utter Adoration
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