been to los dados a few times under a few different circumstances, and it keeps getting better. the first time was when they first opened, and there were definitely some issues that they needed to work out. as i've gone back again, they've definitely gotten their wheels spinning correctly and it shows in the service and the food. most recently i went with a group of 6, and we sat in a banquette and had a view of the rest of the restaurant, without having to feel like we were taking up too much space and without having people constantly bumping into us (as some other restaurants in the neighborhood overpack themselves with tables and large parties suffer for it). the benefit of a bigger group: sampling many things off the menu. my group's favorite was definitely the bbq beef mini tacos.. but my personal favorite was the pork appetizer with the pickled onions on top. for entrees, i loved the lentil dish (i'm not vegan, but it's nice to see a place considering those of us who are and making something decent for them to eat). i wasn't crazy about the steak, but my buddy practically licked the plate clean. we saved room for dessert on purpose, and the churros were hot and sugary. the cajeta crepes (crepas?) were a nice surprise as well. we shared a few pitchers of the sangria.. and for the first time in my life i felt like a grown-up ordering a pitcher (flashing back to college days).. which was great. i've also had snacks & drinks at the bar and was treated to a lesson or two in tequila by the bartender, who also taught me that serrano chiles can go with fruity vodka (i've been back a few times for it .. try the 'chili palmer'). they also have delivery & takeout i believe and although i live in the neighborhood i haven't tried it yet. all in all i think it's a great addition.
Pros: specialty cocktails, ambience, beef mini tacos
Cons: small bar gets crowded, hard to get a reservation
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