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E7 Th eB eaconJ ournalN ovember2 6,2009 Paid Advertisement El Puente Mexican Grill is offering $50 Gift cates for only $25! Visit Beacon Deals.com In 2003, Salvador Alatorre opened his second restaurant, El Puente, four years after successfully opening the Azteca Mexican Grill on Market Street in Akron. His philosophy for both restaurants is simple. Create a comfortable, homelike atmosphere where customers can enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine served by a staff that makes them feel completely welcome. Salvador grew up in a little town on the border of Michoacan, one of 31 constituent states. The small Mexican town sits right on the border of the neighboring Mexican state.

In Spanish, means inspiration for the name of his second restaurant. He chose well. To me, El Puente literally takes customers across the border with its authentic Mexican cuisine. Six years later, the restaurant Salvador established is known for its great food, friendly service and warm atmosphere. Best of all, he kept his prices affordable, making it possible to take the family out to dinner even in these tight budget days Warm and welcoming Warm and welcoming The rst thing my girlfriend and I noticed was the friendly staff, led by Jorge Cerda, partner at El Puente.

After we were seated, the attentive service made it seem as if there were one server for every table in the restaurant. We never waited for a ll or the opportunity to make a request. obvious that the staff takes great pride in making the service as much a part of the El Puente experience as the food. more, the atmosphere is warm, inviting and comfortable from the attractive lighting to the roomy booths. Distinguished by great taste Distinguished by great taste The food is really a ning quality at El Puente, with a difference you can taste.

The head chef, Jose Luis Cermeno, prepares the recipes, which come from family cookbook. El Puente Mexican Restaurant Grill By Cash Lawley, advertising writer Mexican Grill 2329 Romig Rd. Akron, OH 44320 330-745-2615 HOURS: 11 a.m.–10 p.m. 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Sun.

p.m. 3 3 3 3 3 0 0 0 0 745261 5 5 26 268698 2 om Salvadors family cookbo ok which come fro com The avors are wonderful, elevating otherwise standard Mexican fare to a whole new level of taste. Everything is made fresh daily to ensure the best taste experience possible as El chef Jose creates unique combinations with incredible avor. Even something as simple as fajitas feature pineapple slices and Mexican sausage chunks, and the difference is awesome. These fajitas are worth a drive from anywhere in our ve-county area.

The restaurant is a mile off of the highway, very well lit and easy to spot from Romig Road. Best margaritas in town Best margaritas in town And a Mexican restaurant without margaritas, right? One customer after another will tell you that the best margaritas in town are made at El Puente. Thank El top-shelf tequilas and ingredients for that! Visit soon! Visit soon! Come see why customers of all ages, including numerous local police cers, choose this restaurant as a great place to dine. El Puente is located at 2329 Romig Road in Akron. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m.

to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and from noon to 9 p.m. Sunday.

For reservations or carryout orders, call 330-745-2615. For specials, menus and complete information about El Puente, visit www.elpuentegrill.com. CYANMAGENTAYELLOWBLACK.