A chimichanga is a burrito prepared with a choice of meat, deep-fried to a golden perfection, and served on a bed or lettuce with cheese and mild sauce.  And Los Cuatro Amigos in Bay City knows how to make a fantastic chimichanga!

This day I stopped into Los Cuatro for lunch.  We were seated quickly and given the usual basket of corn chips and salsa.  The salsa has a great flavor and is not really hot but it’s not mild either.  The chimichanga is my favorite dish at Los Cuatro and can be ordered with either beef or chicken.  I chose the chicken.  Although the chimichanga doesn’t look big on the plate it is loaded with shreaded chicken and topped with a luscious creamy cheese sauce and is very filling.  The seasoning has just enough bite to leave a pleasant bit of heat on your palate.

The chimichanga lunch is served with refried beans and rice.  On the side is a generous amount of sour cream, fresh pico de gallo and guacamole.  For $7.99 it’s a mid priced lunch but sure to please.

Los Cuatro Amigos – 305 N Euclid Ave – Bay City, MI 48706

Photo and review by: David Defoe on January 8, 2010