Cubano!

So, about a year ago, a work buddy took me to a Cuban restaurant in Los Angeles. A little place called Versailles. He said there were a few of them around, and that he'd been going for years. He said, "Get the chicken". That's it. Get the chicken. I got Ropa Vieja.

A couple of months later, we went to another of the locations, this one in Manhattan Beach. Again, "get the chicken". So, I did. I ordered the chicken. It's the "Famous Garlic Chicken" or some such nonsense. Um, famous should be considered a slap in this chicken's face. It is literally the best chicken I've ever eaten. Period. Ever. You can get a lunch size (1/4 chicken) or a normal person size (1/2 chicken). It is crispy and delicious, covered in fresh, raw onions and smothered in Mojo Sauce. A house speciality that they sell by the bottle. It is garlic heaven, tangy and infused with citrus. Beyond the heavenly skin you will find juicy, hot chicken that is so tender it nearly falls from the bone. The plate has the chicken, onions and fried plantains. All taking a little swim in the Mojo Sauce.

Delivered to your table with a healthy side of well prepared rice and the most delicious black beans you'll ever eat, almost stew like. Eat them separately or mix them together. Be sure to save at least two of the aforementioned plantains for the last few bites, sop up the mojo with them. Really.

Go to this restaurant. And, dude, I'm telling you...get the chicken.