We decided to go to Sylvia's based on an ad out of the Yellow Pages. Boy, was that serendipitous. I have never had Mexican food this good and I'm from Los Angeles, where there are a lot of fantastic places. I ordered the beef fajita special and a Jamaica to drink. My friend wanted a soup, but they were all out. The menudo, albondigas, and the cocido soups sell out fast. You have to order early in the day or they're gone. Instead, she ordered the shrimp Vera Cruz. She was in heaven.

I am very sorry to report that Sylvia's is only in Phoenix. I will return to Phoenix just to eat at Sylvia's. It's so worth it! Even President Clinton ate there. Sylvia has an online business where she sells and ships a variety of Mexican food products. She's been featured on the Food Network as well. Check out her website.