La Quinta Mexican Cafe y Bar

A bustling Mexican restaurant in the heart of Bulimba's Oxford St food scene. We were a group of people looking for a place to go for dinner, and picked this from the Entertainment Book. Not a bad choice, I'd say, but I'm not sure if I'd be rushing to return.

Address: Shop 1/189 Oxford Street Bulimba
Phone: 3399 2800
Hours: lunch Wed-Sun, dinner 7 days till late
Web: http://www.laquinta.com.au/index.html
Parking: some off street parking available, otherwise on Oxford or nearby streets

They say theirs is authentic Mexican cuisine, not the "Tex Mex" variety most equate with Mexican. I can't say I knew the difference before my visit, nor am I much the wiser after. I think the Aussie 80's soundtrack playing during the night added to my confusion. Anyway, here are some photos from the night:

View from the interior - we were along one wall of the restaurant, and this is looking at the opposite wall

Choice of 3 dips served with corn chips and tortillas, $15. Can't remember what the actual dips were...

Pescado pibil - fillets of fish marinated in Mayan spices, wrapped in banana leaves and baked. Served with an onion and citrus marinade, corn fritters & baked potatoes (or fries). $23

Something someone else ordered...

I think everybody enjoyed their food, and a good night was had by all. The place is nice enough but it's not high on my list of return visit venues. This is the first time I've dined in Oxford St. If I'm in the area again I'd rather check out some of the other venues and compare offerings.

Time of visit: Saturday dinner.
With: misc. Clayers