To try and decide each week where and what to eat around the basin can be a challenge – there are so many amazing choices. In this feature we’ll dive into dishes that will surely satisfy those hunger pangs and leave you wondering where to go next.
I realize tacos aren’t tradition when it comes to a holiday weekend like the 4th of July. But when they’re this delicious, and go perfectly with a cold beer on a sunny day, do we really have to follow tradition? Let me tell you about this week’s feature and you can decide for yourself.
To start, each of these tacos are available as either singles or plates across the menu so be sure to ask your server about going about getting set up with your dream scenario. But for the purpose of this feature, here’s a snapshot of the three I recently dove into.
Oscar’s Famous Taco: Choice of fish or shrimp, combined with cabbage, pico de gallo, a secret chipotle sauce, and avocado. The fish option is supremely moist and delicate but with huge flavor and texture. The avocado balances out the heat from the chipotle sauce and I can’t say enough about the handmade tortillas – probably the best in the basin in my opinion.
Surf and Turf: A huge offering of carne asada and grilled shrimp combined with mashed avocado and their house chipotle sauce. Get ready to unhinge your jaw for this bite, but once you do, you’ll be happy you did. Fresh, smoky, tangy, savory – it’s everything you want out of a taco.
Taco de la Calle (street taco): It’s hard for me not to inhale any option here. You have protein options of carne asada, carnitas, al pastor, or grilled chicken to marry up with chopped onion, cilantro, and green salsa. I’ve had every option and every option is legit tasty. No notes needed.
They were just announced as one of the Best of Tahoe for good reason. If you have yet to experience their food, thousands of voters won’t steer you wrong.
Maria’s Mexican Restaurant is located at 2494 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe. For menu items and general information visit them online at mariaslaketahoe.com or reach them via phone at 530-600-2200.
