Mexican Food In The Bronx Worth A Two-Hour Weekend Trip

Vida Elva Corp has the kind of following that turns a meal into a trip, with some diners traveling up to two hours on weekends for its Mexican food in the Bronx. The kitchen earns praise for its seasoning across chiles rellenos, costillas en salsa verde, and chilaquiles, and fresh bread gives the room a bakery side.

The dining room stays calm and quiet, yet it is consistently full. A chatty host sets the tone, and the attentive service stands out as much as the plates, which gives the meal a warm, family style feel. Arrive early on weekends, as tables fill and the meal runs at an unhurried pace.

Find it at 2002 Cross Bronx Expressway, Store 3, in the Bronx. Hours run 10 AM to 10 PM every day, which leaves room for a late breakfast of chilaquiles or a slow dinner.