In the end, the mousse was so light that it had the effect of opening a bag of chips pumped with air that only has about two chips settled at the bottom - disappointing. The texture of it is light and airy, which seemed like a good idea when we ordered it as we all groaned about how stuffed we were. I’m a huge chocolate person, but this chocolate mousse just didn’t have the umph it needed. Though pairing it with mango seemed to be an unusual touch, the dish was nothing short of brilliant. The biggest problem with branzino is usually wrestling to get the tiny bones out of my teeth, which was not an issue in the slightest. It comes wrapped around shreds of fresh mango with swirls of citrus aioli encircling the fish. I’ve eaten a fair amount of branzino in my life, and I’ve never had one like this. This is one that I would say could be a “pass” for next time. It is a gluten-free bread, and it definitely tasted like it. The cassava bread simply was not our thing.
This was our least favorite of the dishes. Not the best thing out there, but still worth a try! Once all of the cheese and chiles were devoured from the top, I was left with a yucca fry that was underwhelming, bland and honestly starchy. Though the menu said it would be covered in cheese, sauce and chiles (and to their credit, it definitely was), the toppings were honestly the best part of the dish. It is served with a spiced sugar sauce that was so good, my friends and I basically licked the plate clean. The pops were crispy and doughy and filled with a mellow but delicious cheese that strikes similarities with mozzarella but definitely has its own spin.
Here’s a brief rundown of the foods that I tried:Ĭalling these balls of fried cheese the Venezuelan mozzarella stick simply would not do them justice. That being said, there are outdoor tables that seemed cute and more low-key - optimal for a date night! Each dish and drink is a work of art, and unlike some things that might taste better than they look, this restaurant exceeded all of my expectations. Simply put, it’s the perfect place for a birthday dinner or just a nice night out with friends. The drinks are phenomenal, with the sangria being the type that’s not too sweet yet definitely packs a punch (you won’t regret getting a carafe). There are many options to try, and the entrees are large and easily shareable, which I definitely recommend.
As soon as I walked in, the high ceilings and huge leafy plants that adorned the space had me knowing that I would be back again, even if the food wasn’t that good (spoiler: it wasn’t).Īlma is loud and bustling, which makes it perfect for big groups, and the ambiance and drinks definitely helped make it a good night. The restaurant is in the center of Station North and very easy to get to - within Blue Jay Shuttle distance and next to the Charles St. It sounds cliche, but walking into Alma Cocina Latina is like taking a breath of fresh air.
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