(From July 2011)
Stashed inside an unassuming strip mall, Galvan’s has an at-home atmosphere that says family owned: folksy four-tops, clean wood floors, and the friendliest service we’ve encountered all year. This is the cafe where you become a regular. The food is simple and delicious: rice and beans done right, no fancy ingredients added; enchiladas served piping hot and stuffed with melted cheese, chicken, or beef; and chiles rellenos with a unique corn dog breading. The carne guisada, our favorite, is tender beef tips in a robust stew, served with fresh tortillas. Top it off with a sopaipilla—fluffy, sugary melt-in-your mouth bliss—served as fast and hot as everything else.