More Than Just Huevos - Distrito

In west Philadelphia, the heart of Drexel University is a culinary gem, Distrito, another establishment of Iron Chef Jose Garces. 

Distrito is a neighborhood place for great high end food and upscale variations on classic Mexican cuisine.  Incredible food in a fun atmosphere with great service.

The decor complements modern and traditional design

with bright colors

offering price specials for brunch and happy hours

Not your typical Mexican restaurant in concept as you can choose to eat on the go

or stay and enjoy the wall of classic Mexican wrestling masks while you dine 

 
 

We decided to go for the pre-fixe 2 course brunch menu for $20 per person including Jose Garces brand coffee. Its a great deal with a lot of menu choices that you can pair with a list of specialty beverages.   Of course what's brunch without an elegant libation to start.

 

Distrito Bloody Mary

Choice of RÖkk Vodka or Jimador Blanco Tequila - fresh tomato–horseradish–lime–thyme 

Distrito Margarita

Jimador Blanco Tequila - Lime - Orange

After enjoying our opening cocktails it was time order up the next two courses but the choices were difficult.  So many wonderful items on the menu we justed want to say, "we'll have one of everything please".  When faced with a challenge such as this we take a look at what everyone else is having and ask a lot of questions.  Often people are more then happy to tell you what they think.  So don't be afraid, make some friends.

With much discussion and advice we finally reached a decision.  The first course would be;

Nachos Ignacio

Black Beans, Tomato,

Queso Mixto, Jalapeño,

Chile de Arbol,

Radish

 

Chilango Chop

Romaine, Baby Arugula,

Watercress, Green Apples,

Cranberries, Spiced Pecans,

Honey-Lime Vinaigrette

 
The seconded course was;

Torta de Huevos

Over easy egg, benton’s bacon, avocado, refried beans, queso modelo

 

Queso Fundido

Duck barbacoa, Poblano Rajas, Tres Quesos

The Fondito is servered with a basket of small tortillas that we spooned the lucious hot filling onto and then devowered.  Each bite had then perfect blend of the three cheeses, the duck barbcoa and subtle heat of the poblanos.
No question that everyone will find something to enjoy here.

Distrito is located at 3945 Chestnut Street Philadelphia 215 222 1657

Get out and try this place and until our next BITE...enjoy the food