El Kicheee

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"El Kicheeee," I mumbled to myself. I like to do that in my car for some reason. I'd eaten at the Vietnamese spot next to it, so I was sure this place would be good too. 

The Guatemalan Bakery/Restaurant was charming. On the left were the pastries you could snag and purchase at the register. And everywhere else there were booths or tables for restaurant dining. I wandered aimlessly until a lady asked me if I would like to eat. I said yes. She pointed at a table next to her and said I could sit there. I waited til she walked away and sat at a booth. I'm partial to booths.

I waited about 15 minutes until a hottie asked me what I'd like to drink. 

"Jamaica and a water please," I said. She was so hot but I maintained eye contact. I get proud of myself for things like that.

She looked like she was studying me, which unnerved me a bit. But she broke into a partial smile and walked away. 

I had reviewed the menu but didn't want to rush the system by asking if I could put in my food order at the same time. I'm a people pleaser sometimes. 

I ordered the Omelette Chapin when she returned. I had low expectations because I think omelettes are a thing white people do well. I usually spend about $20 on them at Snooze AM Eatery and feel content. 

The ham and cheese omelette was more yellow than the Snooze omelettes and looked less factory made. It was accompanied by refried beans, cream, a green salsa, tortillas, and plantains. 

The omelette completely blew my mind (and blew Snooze out of the park). It was the perfect warmth, and the delicious cheese felt like it was one with the egg. And the ham added this salty, chewy texture that blended perfectly. 

The plantains were so delicious I couldn't wait for them to cool—and burnt my mouth. The green salsa was very spicy but the beans and cream and Jamaica cooled me off. 

I used a tortilla to mop up what remained. The tortillas were more of a sand texture and more firm than Mexican tortillas. And smaller. I'm not used to them but I liked them quite a bit. 

I cannot recommend this place enough.

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