“Conversation is food for the soul” Mexican proverbI mentioned to a colleague that I'd never found any exceptional Mexican food in Prague. He recommended Žlutá pumpa (The Yellow Pump) in Vinohrady.
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I'm pretty predictable. I ordered the chimichanga (98 CZK). It was filled with big pieces of chicken breast, a few red beans, tomatillos, jalapenos, and salsa. The flour tortilla was lightly crisped on the outside, but was not deep fried.
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There was more salsa on the side, along with sour cream, and a pile of undressed lettuce that I thought was mostly a waste.
V ordered the chicken fajitas (150 CZK). The meat came out on the expected iron skillet, mixed with onions and peppers.
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The chicken did not taste of chili or classic Mexican seasoning. We couldn't really discern the spices on it, but it still tasted fine.
There were warm flour tortillas in a basket on the side.
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We also shared a half-liter of Hoegaarden with a slice of lemon (42 CZK).
They also have Pilsner Urquell and Staropramen on tap.
We drank two bottles of Korunni sparkling water (20 CZK each).
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I do wish the tortilla was cooked to a higher level of crispness. There was also a mound of jam on the side, which I didn't really need.
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The total bill was 449 CZK.
Almost all the burritos were around 100 CZK, and there were quite a few different combinations.
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Žlutá pumpa may not be an authentic Mexican culinary experience, but it was better than I expected, considering the prices.
So, we'll be going back for some more conversation.
And the other kinds of food, too.
Žlutá pumpa
(The Yellow Pump)
Belgická 11
Prague 2
Tel. (+420) 608 184 360
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1 comment:
Hello, I liked your article. I most say that mexican food doesn't taste good in other countries. I dont know why do they put mexican food if they dont know how to make it. If you visit mexico, msg me, I can carry you to taste delicious food, spicy and cheap!!
I wish I would go Prague!!!
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