Apparently attempting to shed its image as a "scary bar," Meytex Lounge has converted itself into Meytex Cafe, complete with an exterior facelift.
The sign looks pretty darn good - as with the bodega on Lincoln Rd., Meytex was able to get the new sign with the assistance of a storefront improvement grant administered by Prospect Lefferts United for Services (PLUS).
Meytex has also redesigned their menu - the fried chicken, their best item in our opinion, is now featured. We hear that the inside of Meytex will also recieve a makeover, timeframe tbd.
I'd like to see the menu.
Posted by: dt | October 29, 2007 at 11:48 AM
The best dish at Maytex is not even on the menu. It's the steamed Tilapia. If the owner has it in stock, she'll make it for you with a spicy topping that will clear your sinuses for days. Ask for a side of spinach & pumkin seeds as well.
Posted by: Nativegal | October 30, 2007 at 04:25 AM
Mercy hasn't had them in awhile, but the African land snails (think very big escargot) are pretty good.
Posted by: Adrian Lesher | October 30, 2007 at 06:28 PM
I went to Maytex last night for the first time. Everyonev wh praised their chicken was right--likewise the spinach & pumkin seeds. I also got to sample two things I've wanted to try for over 40 years [long story]--fufu and palm wine. I suspect they're both acquired tastes. I could get uses to palm wine; fufu, I'm not sure about :-)
Posted by: Bob Marvin | November 05, 2007 at 06:55 PM