El Sarape Named One of Top Mexican Restaurants in U.S.

Braintree's El Sarape was recently chosen as one of Travel and Leisure's 32 Best Mexican Restaurants in the United States for its "from-scratch sauces" and "cozy environs."

"Highlights include carnitas, grilled pork tenderloin, enchiladas verdes, and the guisado con chile ancho specialty—your choice of chicken or beef with potatoes and onions under a smoky red chile sauce with rice and refried beans, and the chiles rellenos," the travel magazine said in its review.

From the restaurant's Braintree Patch directory listing:

"Since 1988, El Sarape has been serving authentic, freshly prepared Mexican food in a warm and vibrant atmosphere. The menu leans heavily toward meats, chicken and seafood, but vegetarians will find options in the restaurant's cheese-based offerings. The full-service bar boasts 15 kinds of margaritas and 50 varieties of tequila. House guitarist Alexander performs traditional Mexican music on guitar each weekend."