After 2 of my coworkers suggested Diego’s as the best Mexican food on Oahu, I decided to take a trip there.  This little Mexican restaurant is located on 2239 S. King St. right across Longs and next to a large park.  Parking is in the back…just take the street right before it and turn immediately to your left.  There should be parking for about 10 cars.

Walking into the restaurant, you immediately notice that it is a very very small place.  There are probably about 7-8 tables that can only seat 2.  At about 6pm, all but 2 tables were filled.  I ended up purchasing a combo plate that included a carne asada burrito and two rolled tacos.  The plate also came with Mexican rice, beans, and a medium soft drink.  This combo plate cost me $7.85.

The burrito was HUGE.  I mean, HUGE.  Cutting the burrito in half, I noticed that there was basically nothing but meat, meat, and meat.  I couldn’t believe how much meat was in the burrito.  It had to weigh more than a pound.  The seasoning was very tasty, but it wasn’t too spicy.  Even with their homemade salsa (very watery and not chunky like most salsa), the spicyness wasn’t there.  Then again, I did ask for mild.  If you are into hot salsa, make sure you ask for the hot one.  Anyways, the burrito had some sauce that I assume was sour cream, but very little of it, and specks of parsley.

Next was the two rolled tacos.  The tacos were actually deep fried, filled with ground beef, and topped with lettuce, shredded cheese, and sour cream.  The tacos were alright and nothing special, but it definitely was a good addition to the total cost of the combo.

The rice and beans were pretty standard and didn’t really stand out in anyway.  The beans were actually kind of mushy and a bit on the watery side, but somehow they still tasted decent with its unusual runny texture.

For such a hearty meal that cost less than $8 is outstanding.  I was left very full and very content.  By the way, I also tried their Mexican soda that they actually import from Mexico.  We tried the mandarin flavored one, and I didn’t really care for it that much.  Somehow there was this funny taste…kind of bitter and sour at the same time, which I assume is their carbonated water and most likely on all of their Mexican sodas.  The guy at the register (very nice individual I might add) liked the strawberry one, so if you are adventurous, give that one a try.  There are about 7-8 different flavors to choose from.

After experience Diego’s, I have to say I’m also a big fan.  While I still have yet to try many different Mexican restaurants around Oahu, I have to put this place as #1 for now.  Give it a try!

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