T
he process to create each and every one
of these tacos is tricky and time-consuming.
Some people go to museums and exhibits to
view fine art … I go to restaurants, and these
tacos are a work of art. The result of their
tedious process is a perfectly crunchy shell
accompanied by your choice of beef, chicken
or pork, lettuce, cheese and salsa.
With five ounces of garlicky carne asada and
buttery sautéed shrimp, the “Plato el Patron”
is one of my favorite dishes. The meat is
complemented by guacamole, rice, beans,
spicy serrano peppers and mushrooms, and
everything is smothered in mole sauce and
melted cheese. At the end of the meal, we
found ourselves fighting over the last shrimp
(I’ll let you guess who won).
Upon customer request, Las Chavelas started
serving “Pollo à la Crema.” And oh boy, am
I glad that they did. The white sauce is made
to order, and somehow balances its velvety
richness without being too heavy. The sauce
smothers chicken, fresh tomatoes, green bell
peppers, and mushrooms, and is served with
rice and beans.
If I haven’t already convinced you to go try
Las Chavelas, they also have some awesome
deals! They serve lunch specials every day
from 11-2, with smaller portions than the
regular menu, all for $7.75. And have no fear;
Las Chavelas also has killer Taco Tuesday
specials so you can get your midweek taco
fix. They sell their fried tacos individually for
$2.75, or pay $7.75 for three tacos, rice and
beans. Additionally, they have Senior Citizen
specials, all which are priced at $7.25, and
served all day.
So, next time you’re craving some good, old-
fashioned chips and salsa washed down with
mole and a margarita, head to Coeur d’Alene,
give this hidden gem a try, and let them know
we sent you!
Las Chavelas 8366, 296 W Sunset Ave #23,
Coeur d’Alene, ID / 208.664.3767
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