Second Helpings

El Zarape

Mon-Sat, daytime hours

Mrs. Gomez's tiny establishment, just around the corner from the Habitat for Humanity Re-Store, is the kind of spot that you frequently encounter in Mexico, but not so often in Austin. The order window goes directly into the kitchen and the al fresco dining room is a converted garage. While the place is small, the menu includes tamales, gorditas, enchiladas, menudo, chile rellenos, and eight kinds of tacos, including chorizo, picadillo, and chicharrones. Oh yeah, don't forget the fish burgers.