Bite of the week: La Casa Del Tamal's mouthwatering molcajete

Best bites: We ordered the towering molcajete ($40), which included grilled carne asada, shrimp, chicken, queso fresco, roasted jalapeños and green onions.

• It also came with an abundant side of tortillas, rice and beans.
• The tender steak was the highlight of the traditional Mexican dish, and it was easy to make tacos from the various proteins, salsas and sides.
• Plus: The menu states the dish is large enough for three to four people, so we had plenty of leftovers to take home.

The bottom line: $40 may be expensive for an entree, but you're definitely getting your money's worth for its quality and taste.