Paraiso Restaurant

Wow.... how have I never been here before. I pass it all the time. I have to say, from the outside, it's not very inviting. Maybe they could use more windows so you can tell of they are open or not. I was going to Madison deli on the street, but decided to pop inside Paraiso instead. So glad! Ordered a shrimp quesadilla, not in the menu, but most places I've found are accommodating. I got the meal, which comes with rice and beans. I was gonna get a side of guacamole, but at $7, it was too rich for my blood. Figured I'd just enjoy what came with the meal. The inside is clean, quiet, you're not right on top of the next table. I was getting mine to go, but they are offering dining in. My plate came to 17.50. Got home. Cracked it open. A very decent portion. Heavy! I like that when I spend a lot! The quesadilla was on. The. Money! Fresh, ample shrimp. Gooey cheese. The rice and beans was tasty and fresh! Perfect texture of beans. And a fresh salad on the side with a sliced avocado. I was disappointed there was no guacamole, or even sour cream. Luckily I had my own dollop of daisy to add but I'll sadly have to try the guac another day. Either way im writing this F-U-L-L. I'll be back!

two days ago was the first time we visited this magnificent restaurant. But It is absolutely not the last time. We passed a splendid evening with the efficient service, with the superb cuisine and wine and with the honest payment. We will absolutely come back again.

Great authentic Mexican food at great prices. Everything is made with fresh ingredients and tastes great. The staff can sometimes have language difficulties but the menu is simple enough to solve these problems, plenty of pictures and easy to google words. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an authentic Mexican meal without too much American fusion at a great price.