In looking over the 1492 menu posted, does anyone have suggestions for someone eating there trying to watch their weight? I know, probably doesn't make sense to eat at this type of restaurant if you are trying to lose weight but surely they have some healthy options.
The tilapia or salmon seemed like sensible choices but I wondered about the flavor / seasoning and also portion size. Portions are what kill my diet plan!

We ventured to 1492 last Sunday when we found Irma's closed. Had really looked forward to trying 1492 but it was around 11:30 am and we walked int to a mostly empty building, saw only two groups dining. But it was early. We stood there for a good 15 minutes and saw no servers at all. No one came to seat us! The groups at their tables also seemed to be looking for their servers. Very dissapointed, we left still hungry. Walked over to Cafe Do Brazil and were very happy to eat there. Nice atmosphere... Still look forward to trying 1492 tho.

Why was Irma's closed?

Sundays seem to be hit or miss in Midtown. We've eaten at Irma's on a Sunday at lunch before going grocery shopping and it was busy...not crazy busy but there were enough customers to justify opening. But I don't recall ever seeing 1492 open on a Sunday.

I've eaten at Irma's on a Sunday night. Have they changed their schedule?

they were closed on super bowl sunday only ..

just a note on 1492 they will have a second location around august at memorial and portland if i recall correctly ... also have long range plans of a tulsa location with in 2 years

Yes, 1492 is going to open a 2nd location in August at Memorial and Portland, in the old Gourmet Deli space (they are not renewing their lease). Plans are then to open in Norman in 2009, and Tulsa in 2010. And then go beyond Oklahoma to... other destinations.

What will happen to the Gourmet Deli?? Are they relocating or closed completely??

Gourmet Deli is choosing to NOT renew its lease. I do not think they get a lot of business at their location on Memorial. My guess is the other Gourmet Deli spots around town (like the one in Nichols Hills on Western) will remain open.

I personally didn't care for Gourmet Deli, I thought it was nasty, however they are always packed out at lunch, so something must be good.

So I am taking my girlfriend to 1492 tomorrow night, any other last minute comments from anyone? I was excited to try it out, but after sifting through some of the reviews I might go elsewhere. And do they still do the valet parking? As I would rather park myself.

So I am taking my girlfriend to 1492 tomorrow night, any other last minute comments from anyone? I was excited to try it out, but after sifting through some of the reviews I might go elsewhere. And do they still do the valet parking? As I would rather park myself.

you can always park yourself .. 1492 is a great place wonderful weekend specials the BBQ duck is one of the 5 best dishes in the metro they have a great happy hour as well ... 4-7 5 days a week

you will have a good time for V day ..

Most of the comments were good I thought. I've enjoyed the place each time I've been. Granted there are some things I don't like, mainly the salsa, but I haven't been in months now so it could have changed. The tres leches cake is amazing! As Boulder said, they have some nice food, especially for Mexican, no watered down stuff here. If you decide to go somewhere else, but want Mexican/Tex-Mex, I'd suggest Iguana Lounge over on 9th and Broadway. Other than that, you're not really going to get any better, well Ted's maybe, if you want to wait 2 hours to get in.

Ha ha yea I love Ted's, but thanks guys yea Im going to stick with 1492...never been and seems like a cool place. We are going tonight, doing our V-day dinner a night early b/c I just don't feel like messing with it Saturday night. My cousin has reservations at Paseo Grille, at 10PM! A bit ridiculous to me, but oh well if that's what he wants to do.

Cool, well I guess I will post back my thoughts.

1492 had some problems when they first opened, but they quickly recovered. The food, service and atmosphere are all great. I recommend the fajitas. And get the tres leches for dessert.

I definitely recommend it. I don't remember what we had but I do remember it was fantastic food, service, and atmosphere. Only been there once but we cannot wait to go back!

So did the 1492 on Memorial fall through. That location is still empty!

So 1492 was excellent last night. We really enjoyed it. Great atmosphere, the service was really good, and the food was excellent. I had the duck enchiladas and they were delicious. My girlfriend got the chimichanga, and it definitely wasn't your typical chimichanga, had a great flavor to it, kind of smoky and bbq. the grilled vegetables it came with were fantastic. I love grilling zucchini and squash, I wish I could get it to taste like that!

The only negative thing that I would have to say about the evening was that it was extremely loud in the place, and sometimes I felt like I was yelling just to talk.

Also, the price wasn't bad at all. All in all a great eveing, and will definitely be going back sometime.

Yes, the 1492 on Memorial did fall through. 1492 owners can be really picky, but this was a financing issue for them. Now that the economy is bad, of course they are putting it off for their north location. They want to custom build it, and not be in a strip center, either.

the prices seemed a bit high. went there the other night with a buddy of mine, and ended up turning around and going across the street to cafe do brazil.

Prices were a bit high? I dont know both menus by heart, but I couldnt imagine a meal from 1492 being more than a couple bucks higher on average than Cafe de Brazil.

the prices seemed a bit high. went there the other night with a buddy of mine, and ended up turning around and going across the street to cafe do brazil.

Really? I think 1492 is really affordable, definitely no more than the average restaurnat price. I've always thought Cafe De Brazil to definitely be more pricey ($17+ per meal)

Yes I agree it was a lot cheaper than I had imagined.

Cafe Do Brasil, and you can't really compare the two considering one is Tex-Mex and the other is Brasilian. Yes, Brasilians spell it with an "s" not a "z".

Yes, the 1492 on Memorial did fall through. 1492 owners can be really picky, but this was a financing issue for them. Now that the economy is bad, of course they are putting it off for their north location. They want to custom build it, and not be in a strip center, either.

Where were they planning a north location?

They were planning to take over the Gourmet Deli location near Chili's on Memorial, in CrossPoint, but that fell through (financing issues, and building issues as well).

Then they wanted to do a build-out elsewhere on Memorial (they would have their own custom-designed building, but they have had financial difficulties. This was what I heard from the owners last year. Then I stopped going there, so I have not heard stuff sooner --- I was not happy with some issues. They had air conditioning issues almost every visit, and I just got tired of eating the same thing there time and time again. The owners, however, are very ambitious people who really want to make themselves a restaurant name in OKC. Unfortunately right now the market is down for them and things are probably too risky.

Took the wife by 1492 last night for dinner before heading out to West Coast Swing classes (yeah, I know, hard to imagine).

I was skeptical due to some shaky reviews. I decided to use a Restaurant.com certificate I got for $1 a long time ago.

We were pleaseantly surprised. The atmosphere was very nice, the wait staff (bartender in this case) was excellent and the food (from the chips and salsa to the entrees) was some of the best we've had in awhile for the money.

The wife got the salmon and I got the tequitos (sp) and we shared. The coconut rice was really tasty along with the black beans.

With our certificate it was only $11.92 TOTAL! Plus a tip. The same as my lunch at Subway I'm having right now with a friend.

We'd definitely go back and you can certainly share an entree if you're not big eaters.

distinctlyOKLAHOMA - 1492 New World Latin Cuisine (http://distinctlyoklahoma.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=426&Itemid=9)

great review of 1492 at Distinctly OKC

I went to 1492 with the hubby last night. It was pretty good. I am a wuss when it comes to spicy food and I found the salsa a bit on the hot side. My husband thought it had just the right amount of heat. Neither of us had room for dessert, which is too bad because we wanted to try the Tres Leches cake.

Tres Leches is great. Would be a good choice.

Very good food overall. It is not TexMex. Some people I speak with expect the Latin American food to be TexMex so are disappointed. Unless you want fajitas or dishes with gobs of melted cheese, this is much better though.

And the special margaritas with Patron are worth the little extra $.

The duck enchiladas are unique and delicious. Perhaps there are other restaurants with these on the menu, but I'd never had them before 1492 opened, and I've not seen them elsewhere.

Any word on the longevity of 1492? Last week we were eating there for lunch and the tax man came by and slapped a sticker on the door revoking their license. Went back a few days later and all was normal - regardless, that's not a good sign.

I was there for lunch the other day and it was really busy. It always seems like there are a lot of people there in the evening as well. So I don't know. I had the fish tacos and didn't like them, but the duck enchiladas are still amazing.

Their premium margaritas are excellent. And, my meals have always been tasty, and a nice change of pace from tex-mex same o same o. 1492 is one of my favorites and always enjoyed by my out of town guests.

My husband and I love the cervechi appetizer. Soooooo good.

My husband and I love the cervechi appetizer. Soooooo good.

Have you tried the ceviche at Big Truck Tacos? It is my favorite and I've tried 1492's.

Have you tried the ceviche at Big Truck Tacos? It is my favorite and I've tried 1492's.

Yes, I really like their ceviche salad thing. I think I like 1492 a little bit better. But both are awesome.

I can't remember the last time I've walked out of a restaurant in disgust, if ever, but did so last night. The service was dismal.

We tried to make a reservation several times yesterday afternoon and could never get a live person on the phone. I finally left a detailed message including the number in my party, our requested time, my name, and cell phone number. I asked them to call if there was a problem or if they were booked. I never received a call back, so I called back early in the evening. The very disinterested person who I spoke to didn't act like she knew about the reservation, nor was she interested in looking for it, but assured me it would be no problem because of the early time (6:30 pm).

We arrived right on time. Not surprisingly, the hostess had no idea about any reservation, and wasn't particularly interested in figuring out a way to seat us. She took our name while we went to the bar. After standing at the bar (surrounded by empty bar seats) for about 15 minutes, we asked the bartender about drinks. She had never offered anything or approached us - we had to shoot off a flare to get her attention. Ten minutes after ordering, we asked about our drinks, to which she replied "I haven't made them yet", then went about her business.

By this time, we had been there over forty minutes. No one had updated us on times, nor had we been served at the bar. I went to the hostess stand and again had the conversation about my reservation, to which the hostess replied "we're just waiting on someone to get up so we can seat you". No apology, no expression whatsoever. She looked like a teenager irritated that mom and dad made her get a job. We finally walked out, telling her we were leaving and that their service was pathetic.

While the restaurant was busy, they weren't that busy. I've waited longer plenty of times, and understand reservations are not perfect. That being said, I can't recall having been treated that rudely or indifferently by a place that purports to want my business. There are too many great dining options in Oklahoma City now - I will not return.

I can't remember the last time I've walked out of a restaurant in disgust, if ever, but did so last night. The service was dismal.

We tried to make a reservation several times yesterday afternoon and could never get a live person on the phone. I finally left a detailed message including the number in my party, our requested time, my name, and cell phone number. I asked them to call if there was a problem or if they were booked. I never received a call back, so I called back early in the evening. The very disinterested person who I spoke to didn't act like she knew about the reservation, nor was she interested in looking for it, but assured me it would be no problem because of the early time (6:30 pm).

We arrived right on time. Not surprisingly, the hostess had no idea about any reservation, and wasn't particularly interested in figuring out a way to seat us. She took our name while we went to the bar. After standing at the bar (surrounded by empty bar seats) for about 15 minutes, we asked the bartender about drinks. She had never offered anything or approached us - we had to shoot off a flare to get her attention. Ten minutes after ordering, we asked about our drinks, to which she replied "I haven't made them yet", then went about her business.

By this time, we had been there over forty minutes. No one had updated us on times, nor had we been served at the bar. I went to the hostess stand and again had the conversation about my reservation, to which the hostess replied "we're just waiting on someone to get up so we can seat you". No apology, no expression whatsoever. She looked like a teenager irritated that mom and dad made her get a job. We finally walked out, telling her we were leaving and that their service was pathetic.

While the restaurant was busy, they weren't that busy. I've waited longer plenty of times, and understand reservations are not perfect. That being said, I can't recall having been treated that rudely or indifferently by a place that purports to want my business. There are too many great dining options in Oklahoma City now - I will not return.

This is a complete fabrication. Being that I was at 1492 from 6-9 last night. There was never a time during this period that the bar had 2 empty seats much less empty. As the entire restaurant was full that entire period. They wouldn't / couldn't have taken your voice mail reso because they were booked solid and on a wait with more than 2 large Christmas parties.

This is a complete fabrication. Being that I was at 1492 from 6-9 last night. There was never a time during this period that the bar had 2 empty seats much less empty. As the entire restaurant was full that entire period. They wouldn't / couldn't have taken your voice mail reso because they were booked solid and on a wait with more than 2 large Christmas parties.

Nice try, and I assume you have some affiliation with the restaurant. I'm not going to debate you, just reporting my experience. Not sure what motive I would have to fabricate - I've had positive experiences at 1492 in the past.

I have no idea what you saw, but I walked in the door at 6:31. My party of four was at the end of the bar, leaning against 2 empty bar chairs. There were another 3 empty chairs to my right, two guys sitting next to those. I don't know if there were chairs on the other side of them.

As to the reservation, you failed to read the portion of my post that I called back after leaving the message (just in case of the scenario you described) and was told there wouldn't be any problem. If they were fully booked, it sure seemed like a nice time to mention it.

Things can happen I guess. But, I go there a lot and never have had bad service or bad food.

No affiliation. Just go there a bunch. And was there last night

I would contact the manager directly.

I'm sure they'd want to know your experience and concerns.

Absolutely. I just think with the competition being what it has become, folks have to work hard for your business.

No affiliation. Just go there a bunch. And was there last night

Understood. Just a bit shocking to hear you characterize it as a "fabrication". I couldn't be more honest about it. I understand your experience was different - fair enough.

And Pete - I tried unsuccessfully to locate a manager. We had an event to get to, so we gave up.

I have to ask, if you didn't get any confirmation of reservation or confident in the process as a whole, why even continue to pursue eating there. I would have taken my business elsewhere, unless you were dead set eating there.

Poor judgment on my part...

In all honesty, when I spoke to the person on the phone, she specifically said it wouldn't be a problem. I would have been more skeptical if it had not of been so early in the evening. If I had been trying to reserve at 7 or after, I probably wouldn't have taken the risk. With one of the other posters saying there were a couple of Christmas events there, I wonder if she just didn't know about them and didn't bother to check before telling me 6:30 would work. We probably wouldn't have minded the mistake so much had we not been ignored while we waited.

Side note - we weren't dead set on eating there, but I admit I was really thinking about their ceviche for the better part of the afternoon.

not saying I have had as bad of a time as he did last night, there have been several times, where it has taken the staff over 15 minutes to get our drink orders when it wasn't even that crowded.

We have deleted it from the rotation

Things can happen I guess. But, I go there a lot and never have had bad service or bad food.

Same here. Service and food are always good. The two beef enchiladas with the green sauce on top (can't think of the name) are the best enchiladas I've had in the city.

Same here. Service and food are always good. The two beef enchiladas with the green sauce on top (can't think of the name) are the best enchiladas I've had in the city.

You're probably referring to salsa verde.

You're probably referring to salsa verde.

Lol. I know what salsa verde is.

I meant the name of the dish.

I looked up the menu and its called the "El Jefe."


Two Beef Burritos Topped With Queso Verde with Rice and Beans

Lol. I know what salsa verde is.

I meant the name of the dish.

I looked up the menu and its called the "El Jefe."
OK, :D I wasn't sure what you were referring to.

"El Jefe" . . . "The Boss" . . . Makes me wonder if and when The Boss is ever going to get that Cassidy Square location open. What's it been? Three years? Hopefully this is no preview of the speed of service once it opens its doors . . .

btw: "Queso Verde" literally means, "Cheese Green" . . . If it's what I imagine it to be it's probably a lot like melted Velveeta mixed with some Herdez Salsa Verde and maybe some roasted, chopped tomatillos along with maybe a can of those diced green Hatch chiles. Except with something besides Velveeta or Cheese Whiz. Perhaps Monterrey Jack? Queso Fresco?

Usually queso fresco. You can get good white queso fresco on SW 29th and make your own. Easy to make without resorting to velveta and rotel...ugh.

Usually queso fresco. You can get good white queso fresco on SW 29th and make your own. Easy to make without resorting to velveta and rotel...ugh.

Rover,
I have found queso fresco in a lot of stores including several in Edmond. It's really good on nachos, and of course lots of Mexican recipes call for it. Buy-For Less, Uptown, and I think I have found it at Walmart.
C. T.

I'll vouch for BoulderSooner when he says he has no affiliation there. Like many places in downtown and midtown, it's just a place that he frequents regularly.

All of that out of the way, speaking as someone who has owned/managed in the service/hospitality industry I'm certain that 1492's ownership/management would like to hear from you directly, and certainly would have preferred a chance to fix things AND make things right with you prior to being lambasted on the Internet.

Rover,
I have found queso fresco in a lot of stores including several in Edmond. It's really good on nachos, and of course lots of Mexican recipes call for it. Buy-For Less, Uptown, and I think I have found it at Walmart.
C. T.

Thanks. I'll look at BFL. I don't shop WalMart and UPtown too far...for now.

I'll vouch for BoulderSooner when he says he has no affiliation there. Like many places in downtown and midtown, it's just a place that he frequents regularly.

All of that out of the way, speaking as someone who has owned/managed in the service/hospitality industry I'm certain that 1492's ownership/management would l ike to hear from you directly, and certainly would have preferred a chance to fix things AND make things right with you prior to being lambasted on the Internet.

Every good owner in every kind of business wants a chance to hear, fix and improve. Unfortunately, it is way easier to get mad and go post on a site than it is to try to do it the right way. Some just need others to get mad with them and want revenge, not improvement.

Thanks. I'll look at BFL. I don't shop WalMart and UPtown too far...for now.

Rover,
I don't know what you are close to, but there are a couple of mercado's (Mexican grocery stores) on N. W. 23rd between Meridian and MacArthur, and another one on 16th, and the BFL on 36th and MacArthur has a lot of Hispanic food. Also, the Homeland on Britton and May has a nice cheese bar and I am certain they have queso fresco
C. T.

I've never had a terrible experience at 1492, but I've made reservations several times and still had a 15 minute wait when I arrived. Annoying, but the food is good enough to be worth the trouble in my opinion.