Mexicali Danvers

Mexicali Cantina Grill in Danvers is part of a small but fast-growing chain, and this is the eight location. They opened in late '18 in a location that was previously home to the British Beer Company.

They have a small patio, and the place now looks really inviting. Plenty of parking.

What used to be a dark dining room is now bright and pleasant.

I took a high top in the bar since I like to sit next to the windows. They did a nice job of decorating the inside.

You get thin and fresh warm chips and salsa. I really like the multicolor chips. The salsa was fresh and very good with a hint of heat. It was also seasoned really well. The salsa is almost a reason to go back. Rolled up silverware but it was a good quality napkin with good quality silverware.

The Chili Verde is my benchmark for a Mexican restaurant, and if they do this well, they are likely to do the rest of the dishes well. Lunch Pork Chile Verde (12). "Chunks of pork loin cooked until tender in a mild green tomatillo sauce of green peppers, onions, cilantro and spices. Served with rice and beans". It was also served with corn or flour tortillas. I went with the corn ones that had been lightly grilled and was super fresh and tasty. They don't make their own tortillas. The refried beans had a good texture but needed more seasoning. The rice was fluffy. The Chili Verde was excellent. Tender pork in a very tasty sauce that was well seasoned and tart from the tomatillos. It was also a very generous lunch serving. I definitely will be back to try more dishes. They do a Taco Tuesday special where you can get selected $1 Tacos in the bar with the purchase of something alcoholic. Service was pleasant, but they weren't exactly busy at lunch.

Address: 29 Andover St Danvers, MA 01923 Phone: (978) 304-1860