Spiral Project #5: La Lucha
Posted by Rocco Privetera on January 27th, 2010 filed in Musings, Restaurant ReviewLa Lucha is next on Ave A between 10th and 9th. La Lucha is a Luchador-themed mexican restaurant specializing in tacos and similar fare. The main attraction is the kitschy decor – its fun, a nice cozy space, and Mexican Luchadores movies play on the wall. The place has long hours (not bar hours) and offers brunch on the weekends.
This is one of those “I didn’t grow up in NYC” moments which I am going to try and get over, but occasionally will complain about: When I order the trio of tacos, on the one hand, they were delicious – a blend of salted beef, chuletas (pork chop) and bacon on little crisp tostado rounds. but seriously, twelve bucks for three essentially large chips? We’re not talking 5″ tortillas – these were like 3″ tostado rounds. So, yeah, very good but holy shit, twelve bucks? Ay yi yi.
My meal continued with an appetizer of beans and cheese on similar tostados (two of them) for three bucks. The service was quick and friendly and other patrons were having a good time. the menu is pretty large and varied – I asume I’ll come back a few more times to round out the menu.
My verdict: if you need cheaper tex-mex eats, San Loco next door does the job. This place is more fun and classier especially if you like the Mexican movies. I’d say a date would appreciate it more. A nice place to hit before Avenue A bar crawling.
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