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I had lunch at Ay! Jalisco today. I lived 25 years in Southern California which has a huge Latin population. I have also owned vacation residences in Puerto Vallarta and Cancun. If you are expecting authentic Mexican or even TexMex food in The Villages you will be disappointed. Most residents are unfamiliar with the cuisine and the culture. In addition, the traditional spiciness, corn, rice and beans are not conducive to the American palette.

Ay! Jalisco has the potential to be the best "Mexican Style" restaurant in the area. If this is what you want, give them a chance to settle in. My only negative observation today was when the table next to mine ordered a pitcher of beer and were told, after consultation, that the pitchers hadn't come in yet. If they are not fully ready, they should wait. First impressions, as demonstrated here by a couple of people, are critical.

I wish them good fortune and success.