Zia Taqueria’s Fresh Mex

This is probably one of my favorite “quick stops”.  If I have a client I am driving around and we need a fast lunch or if it’s 7:30 pm and I really don’t feel like making dinner…Zia is my answer.
Located at 3101 Main Ave. on the West side of the street.
100% kid friendly and great food made fast.
Expect to spend around $10 a person, $5.00 for kids.

One of my biggest pet peeves is when a Mexican restaurant doesn’t have good, fresh salsa, your salsa is you staple and foundation. With that said, Zia has great choices in salsas! From the mild avocado tomatillo to the truly HOT mango habanero, you won’t be let down!

The menu consists of items such as burritos, tacos, quesadillas with daily changing specials such as enchiladas, chili rellenos etc. On this visit I had the ever-so-delicious Mahi Mahi fish tacos, Baja style with added cilantro pesto dressing ($8.50). The Mahi is grilled which takes about 7-10 mins extra ~ but well worth wait. Tempura fried Cod ($6.50) is an option too and cooks a little faster.  Beef, chicken or pork is already on the line ready to go.

Looking for a healthier choice? Get meat or fish in a salad bowl instead of a tortilla. This is a great way to still get plenty full and feel like you are not having to make a big sacrifice.

Don’t want the meat? Grilled veggies (zucchini, squash, corn and peppers) are an option!

This is a line, counter service set up, meaning you go through the line while they make your meal with your custom choices of ingredients and toppings. The set up and design of this restaurant is genius for consistency in quality and taste as well as efficient food production.

Great friendly atmosphere with a semi-contemporary design, well decorated with some traditional Mexican pieces and some local art.  A comfortable but fun “new age” setting.

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