I admit it, I was intrigued by Cuchillo because it had no other sign than its beautiful purple neon skull. No menu posted in the window, or hours, or a name. But there's always Google maps. I stumbled across this place on Powell St amidst so many other hipster-filled restaurants and cafés (in the Crosstown and Chinatown area), and I'd been having bad luck with them, finding them overpriced and, well, too "hipster-y" (y'know, trying to be cool, but just ending up impractical in an arrogant yet clichéd way...). I am a big fan of Latin food, and I'm so glad I gave Cuchillo a try. While I still spent quite a bit there, I found prices really reasonable and large portions helped make it feel like good value. The food was delicious. The cocktail was refreshing, and even though it had typically sweet flavours (lychee, lemonade), it was well balanced, and not cloying. Service was warm and attentive. Another server besides my main server checked in with me also during the night. The vibe was good - somewhat relaxed, even with large groups of people having a good time. My only quibble, that I can put up with, is that they have almost exclusively high top tables and stools, and as a shorter person, I always prefer low chairs. But I'd definitely go back.
The Secret Garden
Blistered shisito chilies with coriander hummus, salsa mocha, patacone, $9
Cornbread Azul, guajillo chili butter, $9
Lamb (meatball) taco topped with popcorn and cheese, $12 for 2 tacos
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