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****Attention Customers:**
We would like to inform you of our updated winter hours:
- **Monday to Thursday:** 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- **Friday & Saturday:** 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- **Sunday:** Closed
Please be aware that our kitchen will close for service 30 minutes before the restaurant closes. Reservations are not required; we operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you. Thank you for your continued support!
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The Mexican term for "MORTAR AND PESTLE"- El Molcajete being the MORTAR and El Tejolote the PESTLE. The black rough texture of both pieces is a result of the fact they are made of basalt (volcanic rock). They are used in the traditional manner of grinding spices and herbs and other mixtures.
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The word MOLCAJETE (mortar), derives from Nahualt -the languaje of the Aztecas- "Molli" (seasoning or sauce) and "Caxitl" (bowl). The word TEJOLOTE (pestle), also derives from Nahualt "Tetl" (stone) and "Xolotl" (doll).
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Foods traditionally prepared in the Molcajete inlcude salsa and moles as well as guacamole, it's also used for grinding chilies, garlic and/or other herbs and spices for food preparation.
El Molcajete Mexican Restaurant Bar and Cantina is a Family Own Business where you can enjoy authentic mexican food using our own homemade recepies
Attention Customers:** We want to share our updated winter hours with you: - **Monday to Thursday:** 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM - ** & Saturday:** 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM - **Sunday:** Closed Please remember that our will close for service half an hour before the restaurant closes. No reservations are needed; we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We look forward to serving you!
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