Masa

D’Amico’s contemporary Mexican eatery is set in an airy, modern space that puts the focus on the vibrant ingredients, bright flavors, and artful culinary constructions. Masa’s guacamole is a beautifully rough mash of fresh avocados, citrus, and spice. The pozole verde is a silky, light stew of chicken and hominy that comes with lime, onion, and radish, to be added at your discretion. The Puerco veracruzana (marinated roasted pork shoulder) plays a smoky ancho chile flavor against broiled pineapple, and the pollo con mole poblano is a dark and dusky testament to the wonders of a really good mole sauce. The drinks complement the creative cuisine; freshly squeezed limeade with cane syrup and a Michelada beer/cocktail are especially refreshing. 1070 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis; 612-338-6272