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“Homemade Mexican food" states a sign on the door of this tiny treasure, a serene oasis in the middle of overrun NoLIta. And they’re not kidding. Authentic Mexican dishes range from roasted corn to fish tacos to cactus burritos to the most delightfully delicate chiles rellenos. The charming light green painted café also offers such scrumptious concoctions as goat cheese quesadillas, and the sangria is sweet and hearty. Dishes are inexpensive, so feel free to sample, and don't forget the divine desserts—try the wondrous tres leche cake that puts even the best tiramisu to shame. — Amy Zimmer

Cactus burrito, $10.50; roasted corn, $2.50; chiles rellenos, $15