I was feeling under the weather, but we had plans with some friends to go to Taco Maria, so I collected myself as much as possible and we headed out to try a new restaurant!

First of all, we were seated outside, so the lighting wasn’t the best.  Excuse the photos, but as you can see above, they still looked (and tasted) wonderful!

Here is the prix fixe menu that we had to choose from.  For each course, we had our choice of two different items, so my guy and I did the smart thing and ordered one of each.  🙂

There was a beverage pairing for each, but I was both sick and the designated driver.  It was delicious water for me!

This is the beautiful photo at the top of the post, and I completely forgot what it was.  Sorry folks!

Savoy spinach, grapefruit, avocado, coriander

Local rockfish crudo, cress, watermelon jam, Ensenada olive oil

Avocado, concord grape, pistachio flax

Kabocha squash, queso fresco, pipian verde

Shiitake, poblano chile, queso Oaxaca, alliums

Shellfish, hominy, brassica, young Meyer lemon

Mary’s chicken, toasted farro, Hosui pear, anise

Hanger steak, onion, fava leaves, bone marrow

This was a nice little treat that we were given, and it was just the right amount of sweetness at the end of a lovely meal.

Overall, I really loved it, and I would definitely go back for their spring, summer, and regular menus!  Also, I will definitely have to explore the OC Mart more, especially because I love their other restaurants like The Iron Press and ARC Food and Libations!

3313 Hyland Avenue
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 538-8444
tacomaria.com