artsnob Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 A new restaurant has opened down the street from Ocampo/Constitution intersection, #2, Had a Greek salad the way it is supposed to be made with Greek olves, spices, Feta cheese and great dressing, The owner chef Thayne Madrid is doing traditional sandwiches with choice of meats A nice change for something different and tasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Berca Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 How does it compare to the old Jose's Illusion that was the Greek restaurant in West Ajijic that closed several years ago? I really miss that place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pappysmarket Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Whatever happened to him? Did he go back to California or did the owner of the restaurant he worked at there come down and repossess the menu he borrowed? I agree that was a nice place to dine at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVGRINGO Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 “Ocampo/Constitution intersection“, ?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slainte39 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 “Ocampo/Constitution intersection“, ?????? I suppose he means the intersection with Colon/Morelos, where Ocampo becomes Constitucion, going east. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVGRINGO Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 That must be. Does the #2 refer to the address on Morelos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travis Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 It's on Morelos, one door down from the corner of Constitución. Where the Churros y Chocolate place was for about two months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORTIMOM Posted August 25, 2015 Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 So I am to understand it took over the Churros Y Chocolate location? It's on Morelos, one door down from the corner of Constitución. Where the Churros y Chocolate place was for about two months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artsnob Posted August 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Yes It is open Thursday Friday Saturday and Sunday 12 to 8 Super good food and friendly staff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the walkers Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Whatever happened to him? Did he go back to California or did the owner of the restaurant he worked at there come down and repossess the menu he borrowed? I agree that was a nice place to dine at. jose of "jose's illusion" got tired of dealing with customers and opened an abrotes in chapala up on the hill...his brother is raoul--riki of japanese/thai fame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandrita Posted August 29, 2015 Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 I had lunch there today and was very pleased with the food and the service. I hope many of you will give this new restaurant a chance. Buen provecho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mexicomoose Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 We ate at Opa on Friday and it was VERY tasty! Everything was made with fresh ingredients and tasted truly authentic. The place is a bit small, with 5-6 tables, but it is nicely decorated in traditional blue and white and is quite comfortable. We started with an order of hummus, a generous serving for only 35 pesos, which came drizzled with olive oil and warm, toasted pita bread. We also had an order of excellent spanakopita, which has a flaky phyllo crust stuffed with spinach and cheese, also only 35 pesos for two pieces. We shared a Greek salad that was excellent and big enough for two. It was 60 pesos (I think). By the time our orders of lamb souvlaki came out, we were already starting to feel pleasantly stuffed. The souvlaki is not served on skewers, but instead is served in a soft pita wrap that is packed with marinaded, grilled meat--lamb, beef, chicken, or falafel for the vegetarians, cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, and drizzled with tzatziki sauce. There were also a few french fries thrown in on top, which we have seen in other Greek restaurants, and which we removed and only nibbled on because we were getting so stuffed. The very large and delicious souvlaki wrap was 79 pesos (I think). I should have taken better notes given that many are price sensitive, but I was too busy enjoying the great food! We will be back soon, so I'll try to remember to snap a picture of their menu. The menu is somewhat limited right now, but they will be adding specials soon. You have to crawl before you walk, and walk before you run. ;-) The owner/chef Thayne Madrid is very warm, personable, and welcoming as is Paulina who waits tables. To drink, we had the Pale Ale from local craft brewer Corazón de Malta (http://corazondemalta.com/acerca-de/). These cost 50 pesos each, which for the artesanal quality I feel is a bargain. If you aren't into beer, you might want to try their peach, rosemary, and mint infused water. You can find Opa on Facebook, plus see some pictures and more information, at https://www.facebook.com/opa.bistro?fref=ts. As artsnob pointed out, they are open Thurs-Sun noon to 8 pm. 333-948-4253 I predict great success for Opa! Give them a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suegarn Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 We went to Opa for lunch one day, and it was delicious! They do need a larger location, though......people were being turned away because there were no empty tables! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taaffe Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 So so lukewarm souvlaki with small bits of lamb; my friend a tiny Greek salad. We were not impressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted September 21, 2015 Report Share Posted September 21, 2015 By now, they've had time to shake out any problems. We'd like to try it on Thursday with friends. Current experiences, good, bad etc.? Real gyros? Price range for lunch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted September 21, 2015 Report Share Posted September 21, 2015 Went once, enjoyed it, Thane is a nice guy. A little pricey for lunch, but maybe not depending on how happy you are to get a souvlaki after perhaps many years. The peach infused water was mild and pleasant at 9 pesos, but the lemongrass water was almost tasteless for 20p. Pretty healthy, though, both drinks. I wanted a bit more zing in my tzatziki sauce. That was a few weeks ago, and Thayne is a friend of a family member, so I figured I'd give him some time before jumping on him with suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5Jacks Posted September 26, 2015 Report Share Posted September 26, 2015 I'm glad their menu is relatively small as it will be easier to work my way through it, which I fully intend to do. Today I consumed a small Greek salad, falafel souvlaki, 1/4 of my husband's beef souvlaki, baklava, and an espresso. My only complaint it that I'd prefer a softer, pillowy, pita bread. Other than that, everything was divine, especially the beef, which was packed with a scrumptious citrus flavor. I also enjoyed chatting with Thayne, and Paulina is a doll. I hope they stay around for a very long time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shira Posted September 27, 2015 Report Share Posted September 27, 2015 I love souvlaki. I went into Opa hoping to find really good souvlaki.. It wasn't! very good. It was GREAT. I had the lamb souvlaki. The meat was tender and the sauce very good. The pita was stuffed and after I ate my souvlaki, so was I. Can't wait to go back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 We ate there yesterday for the first time and since it was the last day of the week that they are open, they were getting low on several items, but we were able to get everything we wanted......it was incredibly wonderful. We WILL be back!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookie Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 Four of us ate there Saturday. All I can say is I will be there with bells on when they open this Thursday. Nothing we ordered was skimpy and all was delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOLINDA MARSHALL Posted March 6, 2018 Report Share Posted March 6, 2018 Is this still around? I'd love some good Mediterranian food! ♥ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibbocat Posted March 6, 2018 Report Share Posted March 6, 2018 no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookie Posted March 6, 2018 Report Share Posted March 6, 2018 I have to say that I really hate reading a whole thread just to find it was started back in 2015. I will have to be more observant for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted March 6, 2018 Report Share Posted March 6, 2018 Ah, but two things: one, the question was asked if the place is still around, considering the original date of the thread suggested that it might not be, and two, I know lots of chat admins who will spend a good deal of time remembering and digging up old threads, and moving your question to it, as a way to "keep things tidy", and so that readers can see everything that led to that point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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