La Parrilla Mexican Grill #2 - Suffolk

**TL;DR:** Easily the best in the area for atmosphere, taste, and consistency. The chips are a bit light on salt, but the overall food quality is excellent. They’ve recently upgraded their beans and rice, which is a nice touch. Highly recommended! **Appetizers:** The chips are always served hot and fresh, though they are lightly salted— I usually ask for a shaker to add a bit more. They come with a fresh white salsa and a standard red salsa. The white salsa is the best I’ve ever had, while the red salsa is tasty but not exceptional. Their cheese dip is fantastic—creamy and mild—and the fresh guacamole is presented according to your preference—always delicious. The regular guacamole is good too if you prefer it smooth with finely diced tomatoes. I haven’t tried any other appetizers beyond chips and dip, but I’m confident that anything you order will be satisfying. **Entrées:** I’m still trying out different items on the entrée menu, but I’ve enjoyed everything so far. The chile relleno, chori pollo, and chimichangas have all stood out as particularly delicious. Everything is well-seasoned without being overwhelming, and the food comes out quickly. As of now, they have upgraded to even tastier refried beans, which was a delightful surprise! Their rice is flavorful and mixed with veggies and peppers, avoiding the dry, bland rice found at many other Mexican restaurants. **Desserts:** I don’t usually order dessert when eating out, but La Parrilla makes that difficult with their churros, flan, and fried ice cream, all of which are excellent. I especially enjoy the crispy churros, served with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and vanilla ice cream. **Service and Atmosphere:** Perhaps the most critical aspect of a dining experience. The service here is always outstanding. Food is served quickly, the staff is attentive to near-empty drinks, and everyone is eager to resolve any issues you might have with your order. The bar area features a variety of sports and you can easily request a channel change for your preference. The dining area feels quieter and lacks the over-the-top decor I've come to expect at many other places.

The food was delicious, though a bit on the salty side. The Queso is what I use to gauge a place, and it was quite tasty. The chicken was juicy, not dry at all. The prices for the lunch special were reasonable. We ordered Speedy Gonzales and Chicken Monterey. The waitstaff was very attentive. However, later that night, I experienced some terrible indigestion. It could just be my stomach, but I did take one star off due to feeling unwell a few hours later. I suggest they review the kitchen for any potential issues with the food, as I suspect it could have been the mushrooms, refried beans, or onions. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

My husband and I dined at this restaurant last night. When we received our check, we noticed that the final amount was nearly $28.00 more than what was stated on the original receipt that had been charged to my credit card. When I brought this discrepancy to the server's attention, he simply responded with, "It's only..." Regardless of the amount, it was a matter of principle, so I requested to speak with a manager. The server returned with cash for the difference, but the amount was still short. I had to ask for a manager again, and ultimately went to find one myself. The manager promptly apologized and refunded the correct amount. We will not be returning to this location, as I was disappointed with the service. If you decide to visit this restaurant, be sure to double-check your receipt against what you are charged.

I love everything about this Mexican Restaurant! Along with a charming and beautiful interior, we have been greeted with cheerful smiles and the most attentive service.We have never been dissatisfied with anything we've eaten here . Every single meal has been beyond delicious and the presentation is always delightful. The manager has recently made a suggestion , because we love seafood , to try a Salmon entree ..and I was blown away at how good it was ! Absolute perfection ! We're so happy to have found this gem !

We love La Parrilla and this is our favorite location. The food is good and fresh and the staff is friendly.