Mexha: A value-for-money culinary trip to Mexico in Athens

If you are looking for a casual dining restaurant, either because you are a fan of Mexican cuisine or because you want to learn about it, Mexha, in the Athens neighbourhood of Maroussi, is the place to be.

Mexha is a colourful, tropical oasis that will delight you with its relaxed atmosphere, delectable Mexican-inspired dishes, and irresistible cocktails.

The location is ideal and easily accessible: on Agios Constantinos, a breath away from Kifissias Avenue. Perhaps that is why it has become one of the favourite haunts of the northern suburbs for all ages.

With a versatile menu, the popular restaurant in Maroussi covers all tastes: It offers tasty finger food - such as the irresistible Tacos and popular appetisers such as Choriqueso (an awesome cream cheese with handmade chorizo ​​and cilantro), the triple-cooked Patatas Bravas with the delicious spice crust and smoked paprika sauce or the addictive Mexha's Nachos with chilli con carne, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and cheddar cream, to fresh salads and richly flavoured main courses such as the juicy fajitas, the famous burritos, the wonderful Chimichanga, a deep fried breaded burrito that at its heart has an irresistible filling of tender veal.

However, you must try the fantastic Steak Fajitas, a hearty steak made from Greek beef served with tortillas and sauces.

Harris Ventis, chef and owner of Mexha, has used his medical school background to make Latin gastronomy accessible to everyone. The way everything is cooked in his kitchen, with excellent-quality Mediterranean ingredients, can convince even the most cautious to try and fearlessly enjoy ethnic cuisine, even in its spiciest moments.

Haris adapts the classic recipes of Mexican cuisine to Greek conditions, creatively playing with key ingredients of Latin cuisine such as coriander and chilli. This is the key to his success and what makes him stand out in the field of ethnic cuisine.

The excellent value for money, the courtesy, the immediate service, the pleasant atmosphere, the modern design that does not evoke the boring Mexican clichés, and the characteristic rich taste make visitors want to come again.

At the same time, the updated and impressive bar that offers tasty cocktails, which have a gourmet, sophisticated philosophy and are made with quality spirits but also with handmade touches, is the other pole of attraction that attracts the public to Mexha.

Of course, tequila has its place of honour, and besides an exemplary Classic Margarita, it is worth trying the Spicy Paloma with tequila, lychee, chilli, and grapefruit soda. It is a delicious cocktail with a nice colour and a kick that makes it addictive.

Equally addictive is the Lime Daquiri, a cocktail with rum and a hand-made lime cordial. For gin lovers, a very tasty Granny's Gimlet marries the favourite botanical spirit with bergamot.

Mexha treats cocktails as an extension of its culinary identity. Therefore, it has signature and classic options for all tastes, whether you like spicy drinks, fruity cocktails, or cooler ones with a mild flavour that accompanies your food casually.

The roomy, bright, and high-ceilinged space is designed so that you feel comfortable but also in the heart of a jungle. One of the dominant elements is the mysterious purple tone that dominates Mexha's colour palette.

But there is no shortage of contrasts: yellow, green, black, and the colour of mat and wood compose a tropical oasis with a characteristic hanging garden from the ceiling: a composition of plants that float above the tables and create a character.

The colour of mat and wood compose a tropical oasis with a characteristic hanging garden from the ceiling—a composition of plants that float above the tables and create

Info: Mexha, 56 Agios Konstantinou, Marousi, tel. 2160017188

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Prices: €25 per person without drinks - €35 with drinks

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