The Taco Tamer

OK, so I can be a slacker at this.  I’m good at the eating part of writing a blog, but tend to get sidetracked and forget to share the news.  Especially reprehensible because I was actually at the new Lime in Plantation on their second day open and got to see how awesome they were with no experience or practice in this new location.

I had heard that they were coming to Plantation, but that was months ago, so I figured that the plan went bust.  So imagine my surprise when I ran into some friends that were heading there and invited me to join them.  I was in!

They’re located in The Fountains, a shopping center that has had some tough times lately, but luckily not as bad as the Fashion Mall.  Thanks Wilma! Despite demolishing half of the complex and creating some super-crazy construction mess over the past couple of years, The Fountains has newly emerged as an accessible and attractive venue, a big step up.

Ordering was at the counter, where you got your beverage (Corona Light!) immediately and then your food is delivered as it is prepared.  I have to give high marks for the salsa bar, which was stocked with a variety of fresh and interesting ingredients.  So far so good!

We sat outside in the ample sidewalk dining area that was surprisingly comfortable — not too noisy or cramped as can often be the case.   And in no time there was my 3 Taco order, complete with homemade chips that were very light and crunchy, the kind you can’t help but eat too much of.

Grilled Mahi Taco

First up was the grilled mahi taco on a soft corn tortilla that was nice and flavorful, with just the right balance of citrus, pico de gallo and lettuce.  There was also a “special sauce” but it didn’t remind me of a Big Mac, so I’m guessing it wasn’t mayo and thousand island dressing.  I’m  usually suspect of fish tacos as they can be too well, fishy, but this one hit the spot.

Crunchy Beef Taco and Soft Chicken Taco

Next was the grilled chicken on a soft corn tortilla that was also very light and flavorful with a good balance of meat to veggies ratio.  But the true test for me is the down and dirty basic taco — the ground beef in a crunchy corn shell.  And I’m happy to report they did not fail the soggy-shell test.  Always a taco killer.  Both were packed with goodness and I’d order them again.

Lime serves beer, wine, sangria and a lime margarita that really had a kick.  The staff was very friendly and they can also cater.

Also to note:

• 8 other locations throughout South Florida

Lime Restaurant Review — 4/5 cilantro leaves

Mahi Soft Corn Tac0 — 4/5 cilantro leaves

Grilled Soft Corn Taco — 4/5 cilantro leaves

Ground Beef Crunchy Taco — 4/5 cilantro leaves