The Blue Parrot

The old Blue Parrot is gone, long live the new! But the old Blue Parrot afficionados can rejoice that the comfortable atmosphere has been lovingly recreated. The casual décor, and great margaritas, zesty with fresh lime flavor and served in a mason jar rimmed with blue salt will satisfy even the most nostalgic. The chef at the Blue Parrot, thankfully, hasn’t tried to recreate the tex/mex fare we all remember. The smoky chipotle guacamole, the burritos and taquitos filled with fish, steak, chicken or vegetables and the less expected mussels steamed in beer and cilantro, the meatballs in a piquant tomato sauce and the juicy Cornish hen were a delightful surprise. I’ve visited several times, and sampled the local fish entrees, my favorite being a pink swordfish, served with spinach and tiny roasted potatoes. The daily soups and ceviche have been inventive and satisfying. The real surprise was the Black Angus hamburger, served with a generous helping of batter dipped fries, crisped to perfection. Tucked away down an alley, this casual dining spot still draws the crowds and the people watching is an added bonus while waiting for a weekend table. This old/newcomer definitely fills the need for a casual meeting/drinking/dining spot in this upscale resort.