Carnitas Queretaro El Paso

Great food. Lots of flavor. Margaritas were quite tasty. Fast service even with a crowd.

Carnitas Queretaro Mexican Restaurant is another nice establishment focusing on Mexican fare. It is located near Remcon Circle by the Spring Hill Suites and Fairfield Inn and Suites, both Marriott properties. We arrived on a Monday night around 8 p.m. Perhaps because of the lateness of the hour, there was plenty of seating available. We were promptly shown to our table and shortly served drinks (horchata and water). While making our decisions from the menu, we were served tortilla chips with a green pepper sauce and a very spicy salsa, both of which were quite tasty. The chicken tortilla soup was amazing, with a rich, spicy red broth and pieces of tender chicken. Two separate bowls -- one with tortilla strips and another with mozzarella cheese and avocado -- were provided to add as necessary. The beef enchiladas were also delicious. One could choose from the red or green sauce (I chose the former), and either chicken, beef, or shrimp. I went with the beef, which turned out to be a good choice. The enchiladas were generously stuffed, and had a sprinkling of cheese on top. The plate came with a side of rice and refried beans. The Enchiladas Suizas was also a smart pick. The dish consisted of three rolled chicken enchiladas with a creamy tomatillo sauce, topped with sour cream and avocado. One can also choose from a side of rice, refried beans, or charro beans. Carnitas Queretaro Mexican Restaurant is a great place for local cuisine. Although the service was great initially, it did taper off a bit as we waited for the bill. Nevertheless, it was a satisfying meal and worth the visit.