Rainy weather fixed with the help of Bien Trucha.

Hopefully my delay of posting didn't ruin anybody's week. Bachelor party in WI left me half dead and in dire need of some recovery time.

Honestly, my words do this restaurant little justice, but I'll give you my best efforts and the assistance of images to show and tell you why you need to show your face in this wonderful place. If you don't believe me head to google, search it up and read the 70+ reviews, notice the five stars from each review and then hop on the train or get in your car and drive out.

Bien Trucha (Geneva, IL)
Here's the deal- I am upset when someone mentions Mexican Cuisine and the first thought that pops in a head is Chipotle or Taco Bell. No, no and no. Venture to the west suburbs (roughly 45 minutes west of Chicago) and experience Mexican cuisine inspired by markets and street food from Mexico City.


The Crowd
To start, there is a dress code in place. It isn't strict, but don't expect to show up in a pair of sweatpants or pajamas. The age varies, but it is typically an older crowd (not sure on the general consensus on 'old' but for clarity we'll say 30's). The restaurant holds about 30 patrons at a time and there's often a wait. So, if you don't like the wait head to a bar (several within a blocks distance).

The Drinks
I've been here several times, and still haven't made my way through the drink list in its entirety. They steer clear of traditional bar drinks- meaning there isn't a vast list of beers. They have a few bottles of wine to choose from, but the highlight is the tequila. The tequilas have depth, as well as the list of margaritas. My last visit I imbibed on fresh fruit margaritas, and they were absolutely delicious. If you're not a big on the tequila stick with the 'limonada'- it's incredible. It's a concoction of soda water, orange and muddled limes. (sometimes getting a virgin 'rita there can be a challenge). Oh, and to top it off they avoid using a blender and ice to make these delicious margaritas....

The Grub
I honestly don't even know where to start with the food. Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING on the menu is incredible and freshly made. The menu is set up in order from 'lightest' to 'heaviest'. Not sure how to describe this aside from it being much like a light appetizer to the 'heavier' dinners. I was fortunate enough to try the Bien Trucha- skirt steak, manchego cheese, chorizo and serrano-tomatillo salsa on corn tortillas, the Crema de Chile Poblano soup- roasted poblano peppers, potato cubes and queso fresco amongst a few other things. Everything tasted incredible. I'd say my mouth had a million 'mouthgasms' throughout the course of my meal.

Oh, and a quick reminder- everything you order is made to share. It comes out on a large tray and you share with whomever you're with.







The Venue
I'm going to forewarn, AGAIN, that Bien Trucha isn't too large. It houses maybe 30 devouring patrons, and it's elbow to elbow at times. Unfortunately the patio outside is rather small as well. Thankfully there are plans being put in action to revamp the patio to greatly increase its size.

Location
410 West State Street
Geneva, IL 60134-2104
(630) 232-2665

My Opinion
I'm in love with the place... and I'm not ashamed to tell everyone I know about it. I'll do you a favor and tell you what I don't like, because that list is a hell of a lot shorter. I desperately wish it was larger (room wise for seating), reservations would be great, and the music could be turned down a smidgen. Aside from this, I can't think of a better spin/modernization of traditional Mexican dishes ever. I almost forgot- try the guacamole del dia (of the day) I had a watermelon guacamole. You'd never assume something so odd sounding could be so delicious. Get up and get there now before the crowds gather.