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Shredded BBQ Duck Confit Chimichanga from Mezcal Tequila Cantina on Major Taylor Boulevard in Worcester, MA

When entering Mezcal’s new location on Major Taylor Blvd. one would be amazed at just how expansive the new location is. With wide open areas for tables, a partition that separates the regular diners from the bar-goers and ample space to intermingle between the two, it is head and shoulders above the previous location. After not going to Mezcal for a couple of years, I was excited to become reacquainted with their menu. It ranged from their signature guacamole to basic Mexican classics like burritos and fish tacos…but I wanted something different; something I hadn’t tried at any other Mexican restaurant I had ever been to. I decided to get the shredded BBQ duck confit chimichanga. As the description on the menu read, it was rolled and deep-fried flour tortillas filled with mushrooms, onions, jalapeños and jack cheese, topped with salsa verde, chipotle aioli and crema, served with Mexican rice. It was one of the more moderately priced items on the menu but I was willing to splurge on something decadent. As the meal came out, I knew that I was going to be in for a treat. The chimichanga came out fried to golden brown perfection, covered in the bright and vibrant salsa verde, chipotle aioli and crema covering the top of the crispy tortilla. The duck filling was rich and succulent…everything you would want from a game bird. The dark, rich meat was able to cut through the tanginess of the sauces and the texture of the fried tortilla for a taste that is unique to this dish in particular. As big at the chimichanga was, I had no problem polishing it off because of how delicious it truly was. The side of rice, despite being very flavorful could have been slightly bigger, as I was looking for a palate cleanser in between bites of rich duck. I am excited to go back to try Mezcal again after such a good meal. I am very happy with their new location. Given their new size, more eclectic menu and quality of food, I am wishing them great success.

Shrimp and chorizo risotto from Mezcal Tequila Cantina on Major Taylor Boulevard in Worcester

When I entered the newly opened Mezcal Tequila Cantina on Major Taylor Boulevard my first thought was “Wow, this place is huge.” It has recently moved locations from its rather small location on Shrewsbury Street to a very large facility across from the DCU center. The parking is very convenient with a parking garage next door. They also offer valet parking service as well. A great new large location with a very different feel from their last small cozy set up.

Inside two separate bars dominate the place. A large central bar that runs along a good length of the building and another smaller bar in the far back corner and a little more intimate. The servers were very prompt and helpful with explaining the menu and I felt I could make a good decision based on the feedback.

I’ve always loved Mezcal’s guacamole and feel it is one of the best things on the menu. This new Mezcal did not disappoint. The chips and Guacamole were as good as I remembered.

For my entrée I ordered the Shrimp and chorizo risotto. It was a little on the spicy side for me but still very enjoyable. I found the quantity of food to be quite small for an entrée with only 5 or 6 small shrimp served on a very small bed of risotto, which was very disappointing as I have a healthy appetite. I left hungry. I will say that my dining companions who ordered different entrée’s had quite the opposite reaction. In fact, their meals were very generous. It may be that I just didn’t order well. I would go back to Mezcal but I would not recommend the shrimp and chorizo risotto if you have big appetite like myself.