Exhale Oceanside

We were excited to try out this new Mexican restaurant close to home. What attracted us was the Oaxacan influence to the cuisine. Especially the Tlayuda. We found it to be very fresh and tasty, though not made like a traditional one. Still it was very good. Jasmine was a delightful server, helpful in managing our special requests. We don't eat beef or pork, and there was no chicken Tlayuda on the menu. However, the special dish of the day was half a roast chicken. She asked the chef if they could prepare a Chicken Tlayuda for us and they did! We brought our own bottle of wine, and the corkage fee was very reasonable. We dined late Saturday afternoon, which was good to go early as the crowd picks up by 5:15 and the restaurant gets very noisy. Overall, for us it was a very good value.

Second time dining here. First time with my wife. Booked a reservation on Open Table and it wasn’t clear that all reservations are for outdoor seating. We did it want to sit outside since it was a bit chilly. Front desk staff was very nice but was only able to sit us at a window counter not a table. That was really our only disappointment. The food was amazing in particular the Yellow Tail Collars. And the drinks didn’t disappoint whatsoever. Looking forward to going back again.

Unique mix of arome, nice service people and upscale, ultra-legal atmosphere. Truffle butter biscuits should die. the baked browns and the street maize style flower charcoal dishes are delicious. scallops were divine. I enjoy eating my way through the new menu.

We really enjoyed the food and the price point is right for the quality. I'm definitely back.

The food is fresh and the presentation is unique. New menu. We loved the roasted cauliflower appetizer. Second visit and back.