Mekatos Eatery

Walked up to order and there was a younger couple in front of me. The female was eating something off a plate and was raving about it. The guy behind the counter just smiled and said "so it's not terrible, huh?" At this point I knew I was in the right place, let's go.
I got the mixed meat tacos, which are basically better versions of the brisket tacos. Lots of textures, flavors, and colors. All of them were incredibly delicious. Probably the best thing I've eaten all year.
I also got some sort of chocolate mocha bunt cake that was also phenomenal.
Got a to-go order of the tacos and the cake for my wife. And now we're debating going back there tomorrow night.....
The food does take awhile, but it is absolutely worth it. Order before you're starving and you'll be as happy as can be.

Absolutely delicious food! Super hard to find vegetarian and gluten free options. Not only do they have both, but it was AMAZING, flavorful, and fresh. We will definitely be back. Service was also great, very friendly and answered our questions. Thank you!

Tucked in the far back corner of Southern Market is an absolute treasure named Mekatos. My initial observation was the sign stating “Laos and Colombian fusion”. I never heard of such a unique combination. I ordered the brisket tacos. Upon immediate introduction, my palate was mesmerized with culinary explosion. These are the best tacos I’ve ever eaten in my life. I’m 5’11” and 235 pounds, I’ve eaten plenty of tacos in my life. Mekatos is not an eatery, it is a passageway into a world of culinary art. Subtle flavors of corn emit from the pillowy outer envelope that delivers the complex savory flavor of brisket. There’s an entire party going on in your mouth. Sweet, savory, soft, and crunchy complexities dance while you are entranced by hypnotic flavor. Add to this the plated attention to detail. Mango sliced sticks refresh your palate in between each taste of balanced complexity. The slaw; it’s own medley of goodness. This husband and wife team don’t cook, they create. Their passion is felt and tasted in these brisket tacos at a level you know you didn’t just eat something, you had a culinary experience that introduced you to Laos and Columbian fusion.

Just had their brisket tacos tonight. They were AMAZING! I am always a little hesitant to try foods that have a "twist" to them. The tacos were the best dinner decision I've made in a very long time. Great flavor, fresh, and a fantastic combination of sweet/salty and hot/cold all in one bite!

The food was very good and authentic!! I got the arepa, and it was probably one of the best arepas I've had before. And there is a good variety of unique options.

The only complaint is that it took a while for the food - almost 30 minutes for just the arepa. But once I got it, all I thought about was how delicious the arepa was!