Located close to the famously colourful Hundertwasser Haus is one of the most charismatic and colourful Mexican restaurants and Cantinas in Vienna. Everything from Doña Irma speaks to our inner Latino soul (as everybody wants to be Latin, don’t they… well, at least when on the dance floor) to eat, drink, and dance the night away. Open since 2010, and only for dinner, the whole atmosphere can be summed up by the smile of the “Doña” (Spanish slang for ‘boss’). She will not only guide you towards what you really want (just like a real Latin mother) in the menu, but also have you enjoying your meal (whatever you choose) until you’ve licked up every last drop of Mole from your plate.
The selection in traditional Mexican fare goes far beyond tacos. We go for the tostadas (grilled tortillas) and the Northern Mexico Tex-Mex inclusion, Chimichanga – DIOS MIO! Both are delicious. You can get your Enchilada drowned in a red or green salsa, or a tasty Mole sauce, while we recommend taco fans go for the Tacos Mixtos, which is a combination of the 5 tacos of your choice. And there are not many places in this city that will rival the tamales (traditional dish made of corn-based dough, which is steamed in a banana leaf, filled with mince meat and mixed vegetables) that are served up here.
‘Meanwhile, we suspect you’ll be able to speak fluent Spanish after downing a couple of the Margaritas made in “la casa,” and give the Frida Kahlo a go if you’re into sweet and sour cocktails. The tequila and Mezcal selection is impressive, and they also stock the most popular Mexican beers. But if you’re not waiting to stand out like a gringo (actually, there’s no chance of that happening, we’re afraid) go for a Bier Als Michelada (think beer, salsa, salt, lime and chilli)… and do so while twisting your real Mexican looking moustache (we think such stereotypes are just as lame as you do, but we had to slip this in there for the crowd… we could have thrown in a donkey).
Plus: If you are really not sure of what to eat, try ask for a mixed plate so you can try a bit of everything. Most of the time, your waiter will make this happen… especially if you ask nicely.