{"id":16635,"date":"2017-11-22T12:15:44","date_gmt":"2017-11-22T19:15:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/?p=16635"},"modified":"2017-11-22T12:15:44","modified_gmt":"2017-11-22T19:15:44","slug":"taste-woodys-macayo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/restaurants-phoenix\/taste-woodys-macayo","title":{"rendered":"A Taste of Woody\u2019s Macayo"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nThe long-loved Macayo\u2019s Mexican Restaurants has opened its newest location, Woody\u2019s Macayo<\/a>, in Midtown Phoenix, which was inspired by the original\u00a0Central Macayo. A bit smaller and more modern than the other Macayo\u2019s location throughout the Valley, the focal points of the new restaurant are a sleek bar area and a beautiful, hand-painted mural named\u00a0La Marea <\/em>(meaning \u201cThe Tide\u201d),\u00a0by local artists Lucinda Yrene (a k a La Morena) and Mata Ruda.
\nThough you will find a few Macayo favorites (like the Original Chimichanga) on the Woody\u2019s menu, the new spot features a fresh lineup of salads, tortas, burgers and a Platos Especiales section that cater tot he Midtown crown. Plus, thirsty guests will also adore the Build Your Own Margarita option. During a recent lunchtime visit, we sampled the delicious and colorful Tijuana Caesar salad, with kale and romaine, queso fresco and\u00a0Tijuana Caesar dressing, with the standout being the large, crisp housemade croutons.
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\nFor a heartier option, the shredded chicken flautas are crispy on the exterior with warm, flavorful chicken at the core (the flautas are topped with shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, sour cream and guacamole). The short rib tacos are another satisfying option; the tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat is simply topped with chopped onion and cilantro, letting the flavors of the short ribs shine. On the side, we couldn\u2019t get enough of the slightly spicy, slightly sweet Mexican corn, which is served off the cob.
\nA can\u2019t-miss dish at Woody\u2019s is its perfectly portioned mason jar margarita cheesecake. A delicate graham crust is topped with a creamy traditional cheesecake, tangy lemon curd and a dollop of whipped cream for a light, refreshing finish.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The long-loved Macayo\u2019s Mexican Restaurants has opened its newest location, Woody\u2019s Macayo, in Midtown 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