Super Mercado Monterrey, which is basically a Hispanic super market just off the loop and Highway 31 on the west side of town. If you are looking for any ingredient for authentic Mexican and/or other hispanic type cooking, this is the place to go. The vegetables are fresh and cheap. They have a real butcher shop. You may have to be able to speak a little Spanish to get through a shopping trip. They also have a little restaurant in one corner of the store that puts out some good food.
The spread: They offer tacos, tortas and burritos with different kinds of meats. They also offer rice and beans, combo plates, enchiladas, tamales, and different kinds of soups. They have multiple large containers of aguas frescas - which are Mexican style fruit drinks of different kinds: pineapple, mango, etc.
The verdict: This is another one of my favorite holes in the wall. The prices are cheap, the food is good and the service is friendly. You know it is good food when you are the only non-Hispanic in the place. Avoid the tamales, as they are set out early and tend to be dry. I will occasionally make huge batches of salsa and can them and I love to come to Super Mercado Monterrey to get the ingredients as they are always fresh and cheap. Give the restaurant a try if you are in the store.
Edible Tyler Roses: 4 out of 5. Worth the hassle of having to speak a little Spanish.
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