“Local food is about getting the freshest and best tasting food. Its also about connecting your community.”- Anna Lappe. No one would have said it better than the way Anna put it, I am proud to say have found a community space in my town. Restaurante de Tangamandapio has become a treasure, the most well ran mexican restaurant in Modesto. Modesto is full of mexican food sold from trucks, shops, carts, you name it we have it in Modesto. Although there are so many options nothing can beat the food, Prices, environment and staff at Restaurante de Tangamandapio. Being fairly new it has been one of the most popular restaurants, even being recognized in the Ceres Courier as being “The Best Mexican food in town along with the most …show more content…
Every worker looks so proud and excited to speak about the food being made and the restaurant they work at. I spoke to the manager and owner Francisco Vega who explained the dedication his workers bring, he explained with a large and handsome smile,” they go above and beyond to keep our restaurant clean and enjoyable, it amazes me the things they bring to this small establishment, from decorations, working overtime when needed, even finding new recipes out from older family members in tangamandapio. They are a really great crew”.I noticed he treats all his workers as family and it reflects out to the customers. As soon as you walk in you are greeted with heartwarming hellos, that follow with sincere goodbyes. The Employees make sure that everything is perfect from start to finish, because of these great vibes people have chose to celebrate special event at this restaurant. Francisco explained the special moments that they have had here and i truly understand why they have such a large and dedicated customer base,” we have a lot of special events here, not only do we have our party tables to invite in large groups of families and friends, but we once had a proposal right here in our restaurant.” i know what you're thinking, why would someone want to propose in a mexican restaurant, but he furture explains,” the whole restaurant was in on it …show more content…
that's partly why Resturante de Tangamandapio has become so special for many families, not only does it provide the greatest food and great community feeling but is provides us with a beautiful presentation, something Modesto hasn't provided us in a while. The Mexican style building was built two years ago, my first time seeing it all I could think was how great of a representation it had of the Chicano, and Mexican community it had. The first thing to notice is the huge Mayan basted mural on the side of the building. This mural is filled with beautiful clay based colors while remaining classy and inviting. As you walk towards the entrance you are surrounded by flowers and Virginia creepers climbing around the arch of the entrance, with no hesitation I was reminded of the gardens my great grandma grew in her backyard in mexico, i instantly felt at home. Walking inside was mesmerizing, The two story building was wrapped around the outside of a beautiful stage where we enjoyed live music as we chowed down on our mouthwatering plates. The whole restaurant is decorated with the most beautiful paintings. Charros, Adelitas, beaches and hardworking villagers occupy the walls in vibrant colors to represent the beauties of Mexico. The main thing I couldnt help to think was how much did all this cost because not