RESTAURANT REVIEW:
OHIO CITY BURRITO
1844 W. 25th Street (Corner of Bridge and W.25th)
Cleveland, Ohio
Rating: 4 Paws
Price: $
Are you stark-raving hungry late after school? Is campus dining closed? If so, boy do we have the place for you.
About a 5 minute walk from our campus sits a pleasant eatery offering the finest of Mexican food. Located on the corner of West 25th and Bridge Avenue, Ohio City Burrito attracts consumers of all varieties. This eatery provides a delicious and plentiful menu that is arguably better than the ever-popular Chipotle.
Can’t decide between a savory burrito or a mouth-watering taco? Why not choose both? Patrons may also select nachos or a taco salad as a side dish. The numerous toppings include: chicken, beef, pork, beans, sour cream, guacamole, and a variety of salsas including their sweet creation, “Grandma’s Salsa.” A flavorful veggie burrito is a great option for vegetarians.
With nothing $10.65 bought me two soft tacos–pork and beef–and a Brother’s Burrito. The burrito was roughly half the size of the average freshman’s head and ompacted tightly with toppings of your choice. I chose shredded chicken, black beans, rice, and guacamole. Fresh, crisp veggies added just the right amount of texture and the pulled meats were flavorful without being over-seasoned. Those who like more kick should definitely opt for OCB’s Fiery Hot Habanero salsa.
A feeling of warmth embraces all who enter the atmosphere as the entrance bell rings delicately. The scent alone could arouse a state of perpetual joy. From the hospitable employees to the satisfied customers, smiles are irresistible.
The brain-child of an East Side firefighter, Raymond Jeffrey Pizzuli, Ohio City Burrito was opened on September 12, 2009 in its current location. Helping run and co-own the shop is Raymond’s sister, Michelle, a teacher. Together, along with some of Michelle’s high school student-volunteers, they decorated the shop vibrantly after the Mexican holiday Dia de la Muertos (Day of the Dead). The family owned and operated business is an attraction for downtown city workers, visitors from the Cleveland suburbs, and Ohio City residents. This fantastic, affordable eatery provides an appropriate complement to the rest of its neighboring restaurants and taverns in Cleveland’s Market District. “
