Fresca Mexican Kitchen & Bar @ The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City, KL

Fresca Mexican Kitchen & Bar @ The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City

Few days ago, I visited to this newly opened Mexican restaurant at The Gardens. Their modern yet special decoration caught my first sight. A very unique restaurant with the interior uses a mix of distressed brick and rustic timber, intricately dovetailed with contemporary industrial elements. It creates a very comfort ambiance to all their diner. Truly a suitable place to distress after a long day working or place to chill up with some friends.

Come with an introduction, Fresca (meaning "fresh" or "cool" in Spanish, the official language of Mexico) brings classic Mexican cuisine to Kuala Lumpur. The idea came about by two adventure-seeking siblings who fell in love with Mexican food and the country's passion for La Vida.

Fresca specializes in "botanas", small plates, easy for sharing among friends and family. They use only the freshest ingredients. Their pico de gallo (tomato salsa) and guacamole are prepared daily : their corn tortillas are home-made and hand-pressed the traditional way. Specially imported Mexican chiles ( guajillo, ancho, chiplotle, jalapenos, poblano, pasilla) give a unique range of flavours to their food.

The interior uses a mix of distressed brick and rustic timber, intricately dovetailed with contemporary industrial elements, giving an overall modern Mexican restaurant look and feel.

Kicks start with some of their Fresca Special Creation drinks. This will be more interesting to see the real photo, instead of just checking through the menu. Sincerely, I get myself slightly intoxicated after taste a few glasses of cocktails, not only caused by the contained alcohol, but also the delicious taste of the drink itself. Absolutely nice! I am thinking to get more soon.

Cinco De Mayo RM26

Reposado Tequila, Creme de Cassis, clover honey, fresh lime, orange juice

Hibiscus RM8.50

Cranberry-flavoured drink made from dried hibiscus flowers,rich in Vitamin C and minerals

Jalapeno Margaritas On Rocks RM23

Electric Blue Margarita RM29

with Tequila Reserva 1800 Anejo (100% agave, aged for over a year)

Sangria RM23

Refreshing red wine cooler made with overnight marinated fruits, cognac and Cointreau

Mango RM9.50

Mango with anything is delicious. May try this refreshing agna fresca with lime and honey.

(Back) Raspberry Margaritas on Frozen RM23
(Front ) Classic Margaritas on Rocks RM23

Lychee Margaritas Libation RM26

Gin, fresh lime, muddled lychee & lemongrass

Tiramisu e Giu RM26

Whisky, kahlua, hazelnut, milk, choco sprinkle

Kiwi Lychee Siesta RM26

Vodka, lychee liqueur, muddled kiwi and lychee

Incognito in Mexico RM26

Reposado Tequila, beer, cranberry juice, orange juice

Alejandro RM26

Gin, cucumber, fresh mint, lime juice

Midnight Flight to Mexico RM26

Amaretto, fresh lime, cinnamon

BOTANAS (Small Plates)

Fresca was specializes in "botanas", small plates, easy for sharing among friends and family. And also, the easy way for you to get yourself immersed into traditional Mexican food.

Tortilla Chips with Guacamole RM20

A basket of chips with a Guacamole dipping sauce. Guacamole name comes from the Aztec translation of 'Guac' meaning avocado, and 'Mole' meaning sauce. The avocado is a must try sauce in Mexican food. Very good with the fruity and buttery taste.

Nachos Grande RM27

Tortilla chips topped with re-fried beans, Monterrey Jack cheese, ground beef, Jalapeno Chiles, guacamole and sour cream. Comes on a large plate for sharing. Beside this, they also serving for Vegetarian version for this Nachos. Such a great news to Vegetarians.

Tacos Ensenda RM19

Flour tortillas with beer battered fish and homemade coleslaw. This classic fish taco originates from Ensenada, Baja California.

Jalapeno Poppers RM16

Breadcrumb coated Jalapeno Chiles stuffed with Monterrey Jack cheese and minced beef, served with a sweet mango chipotle salsa. Although every bites come with crunchy but caution it is spicy! Other than that, it also available with cheese only Jalapeno Poppers. Great to hear that, hopping my second visit with all those cheese.

Camarones al Ajilo RM24

Tiger prawns sauteed with fragrant Guajillo Chiles and garlic. Served with two pieces of flour tortillas. The prawn is fresh and juicy. I love it especially when put some guacamole sauce on the top of its. Nice!

SOPAS (Soup)

Sopa de Fideo RM15

A simple chicken soup with angel hair noodles, comfort food for kids and adults alike. No wonder, they use the expression "chicken soup for the soul"

PLATOS PRINCIPALES (Platos de Tortillas)

Fajitas Mixed (Chicken and Beef) RM41

Found in traditional Mexican and popular in Tex-Mex cuisines, this dish needs no further introduction. Its served with guacamole, pico de galo and a special chipotle cream sauce.

Tradicional Mexican Delicatessen

Costilla Asada RM43

Succulent short ribs in a homemade barbecue sauce, slow braised for 3 hours for an off-the-bone tenderness. Served with creamy mash potatoes and sauteed vegetables. It certainly melt immediate when putting into your mouth.

Pescado Mojo de Ajo RM42

Fish lightly pan fried in a fragrant butter sauce, topped with chunky pieces of roasted garlic. It served with Mexican white rice and mixed salad. The pan fried allowing the fish retains its firm and moist texture inside.

Carne Asada a la Tampiquena RM54

Grilled tenderloin the Mexican way, with onions, Mexican red rice, enchiladas verdes and refried beans. The grilling method is light, and the option for tenderloin is just right, successfully get rid of the impression of rubbery in beef dishes.

POSTRES (Dessert)

End my meal with their home-made special dessert. I do recommend for all dessert lover to come a try their dessert. No doubt! Look good and taste good!