May 26, 2024
Gastrofans,
I waited quite awhile to check out iTzcali Tapas and Tequila in Wichita, Kansas. Like a long while. It opened back in November 2023 and it’s now the end of May 2024. That’s a long time for a food blogger not to go to a new spot.
The wait was intentional. To be honest I was irritated with everybody and their mama posting about the place incessantly. All the time. I figured “the place don’t need me.” And I don’t mean that in any negative way. Just figured that other places might need some love.
In fact, I was kind of forced to go to iTzcali. Doug’s wife (my sister) said “let’s go, you haven’t been and TKG I know you’re gonna want to review it at some point.” So I said “sure.”
I truly was impressed. Doug’s wife and I ordered the Itzacali Queso Blanco. The chips came out warm and they are the thick type of chips — like it’s two-layered. I enjoyed it and Doug’s wife said it was some of the better queso she has had. For our entrees Doug’s wife got the Chicken Street Tacos (3-tacos) and I ordered the Paella Verduras, which was a vegetarian Paella. But then I added chicken so it wasn’t that vegan I guess.
I tried out one of the tacos — it was amazing. The pulled chicken was cooked perfectly. Definitely recommend them. As for the Paella, I really liked the flavor of the rice and the grilled chicken had that light char that you want on the outside.
I won’t comment on the atmosphere other than 1) the photos show how nice/neat it is; and 2) the seats themselves have to be some of the best.
Additionally, I found out there are cigars that you can purchase in the back room (which has a bar and a small patio) if you are there for the evening and want to indulge in a ‘gar. Photos of the cigar humidor and the back patio are included.
I was impressed and to be honest, I walked in not expecting it all to be positive. But it was. And so, I have to say — I do recommend that you put this spot on your list.
— TKG
