For quite some time now, friends have been telling me that I must try the spicy chicken soup at Maciel’s Tortas and Tacos. I have to admit I didn’t make it a priority, thinking, “It’s just soup, how good could it be?”
I should have made it a priority. I thought of it yesterday and called in a to-go order for lunch.
That container was HUGE – if you want a reference point, Mendatius T. Roll standing to the right of the soup is about 7 inches tall counting his hair. There was easily enough for two good meals, even if I hadn’t also ordered Maciel’s chorizo cheese dip and house-made chips.
The soup was loaded with chicken and the flavor was outstanding. It’s got quite a bit of spice so you’ll want a cold drink handy. I enjoyed it and I’m looking forward to lunch today when I’ll have leftovers.
When we hear the name “Maciel’s,” most of us tend to think of the tacos, the burritos, or the sandwiches. Don’t sleep on the soup though. It’s every bit as good as the rest of the menu.