South magazine 60: Celebration & Arts Issue | Page 22

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FACE OF
HAPPY
HOUR
JALAPEÑOS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN GRILL
MEET ARNOLD & ALLEN – For those who
think Mexican happy hour is nothing more
than nacho chips and artificial margarita
mix, prepare to be mistaken. Jalapeños
has a happy hour not only colorful and
tangy but immensely varied. Food enthusi-
asts from all across the Lowcountry seek
out Jalapeños Mexican Restaurant for their
own gustatory tour of Mexico.
The family-owned restaurant has spent
more than 20 years unearthing the art and
science of Mexican food. What started as a
family’s deeply rooted appreciation for the
beauty, passion and science of traditional
and contemporary Mexican food resulted
in one of the most successful family owned
and operated restaurants in Savannah.
Thanks to Francisco Guzman (President
and CEO), Arnold Castellanos and Allen
Ray, Savannah’s recognized authority
on entertainment and Mexican cuisine,
Jalapeños, has made traditional Mexican
cuisine an invaluable representation of
a nation with a rich cultural identity. In
order to sustain this culture of commu-
nity and understanding, Castellanos has
made a career of preserving Mexican
heritage with frequent trips to Arandas
and Guadalajara, Jalisco. Here he spends
time researching the newest tequilas and
exotic ingredients for his dishes. His goal
is for everyone, Mexicans included, to
appreciate the food and techniques that
have survived generations of Mexican ex-
pertise. Recently awarded as Savannah’s
Hispanic Businessman of the Year, Arnold
Castellanos now owns and operates six
locations in Savannah, Pooler, and Rich-
mond Hill. They are excited to announce a
new addition to Jalapeños’ eclectic mix of
lively atmosphere and Mexican culture. In
March, Jalapeños will open their seventh
location Downtown on Broughton Street.
Jalapeños has quickly become the
number one post-workday and late night
happy hour destination in Savannah.
In keeping with the restaura nt’s flavor
profile, the happy hour menu boasts a
smaller (and more budget-friendly) take
on Mexican classics. Looking to try some-
thing new? Arnold’s favorite pick is the
fish tacos topped with a nice, cool Miche-
lada. Allen goes for the Burrito Gordo and
of course, tequila! Six locations to serve
you - Savannah, Skidaway Island,
Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond
Hill jalapenosinc.com 912.920.0704
“THE REASON OUR TEAM IS SO SUCCESSFUL IS BECAUSE WE
DRAW A FINE LINE BETWEEN WORK AND PLAY. THIS IS THE
WHOLE IDEA BEHIND OUR HAPPY HOUR, THAT WHEN YOU
WALK IN, YOU LEAVE THE TROUBLES AT THE DOOR.”
- OWNER, ARNOLD CASTELLANOS
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