Writer & Photographer / Stephanie Duncan
Looking for a new restaurant hitting Greenwood’s food scene? A popular local Mexican restaurant, Verde, recently opened its fifth location in April, and the Verde team has enthusiastically offered up its authentic flavor to Indy’s Southside residents.
Verde Greenwood is located at Greenwood Park Mall at 1251 U.S. Hwy. 31 N, Suite 140.
“We love this spot because it feels like the heart of the community,” says co-owner and operator Paul Aréchiga. “It’s where families, friends and neighbors can come together for great food, shopping, good conversation and a laid-back atmosphere.”
The new space is bright and colorful, with ample room for large groups.
“It’s the kind of place where you can grab tacos after a soccer game or meet friends for happy hour and end up staying longer than planned,” Aréchiga says.
The goal at Verde is simple — serve food that makes people happy. Owned and operated by the Aréchiga family, they lovingly share their rich culture through their collective restaurants.
“We take the flavors we grew up with and make them fresh, flavorful and easy to love,” he says. “Everything is made from scratch with quality ingredients and lots of heart.”
The cuisine gets its inspiration from Guadalajara, the hometown of Aréchiga and his family. Guadalajara is renowned for its excellent cuisine and is also celebrated as the birthplace of mariachi music and tequila.
One of the most popular dishes is the Carne Asada Steak. Marinated and grilled on an open fire, it’s served with panela cheese, rice, beans, onions and cactus. Other must-try dishes are the tamales and the Molcajete.
“If you’re coming with friends or family, the Molcajete Verde is the way to go,” Aréchiga says. “It comes sizzling hot with steak, chicken, shrimp, cactus and cheese. It’s big, flavorful and made to share.”
These dishes sum up what Verde is all about: big flavor and made to share.
Every Verde location has its own personality, and if you’re a cocktail fan, the Greenwood location is worth exploring. The bar has a larger focus on margaritas and cocktails, with an emphasis on tropical flavors. They’ve also introduced new menu items, including Roasted Poblano Enchiladas and Pineapple Habanero Wings.
“From the very first day, the Greenwood community has shown us so much love,” Aréchiga says. “We’ve seen families come in every week, kids who already know their favorite dishes, and lots of familiar faces becoming part of the Verde family. We’re really thankful for the warm welcome.”
With more than half a year under their belts, the Verde Greenwood team is gearing up for the holiday season with festive cocktails and a New Year’s celebration event.
In January, guests get an opportunity to try all the different tequilas and mezcals during their Tequila Tasting Nights. Explore the distinct characteristics of each spirit and discover which pairings complement their signature dishes best.
Verde offers vibrant lunch, dinner and drink menus, along with catering services. You can make a reservation online at verdeflavorsofmexico.com.
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