Corned Beef & Cabbage at a Mexican Restaurant

The traditional Irish corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's Day was eaten at Ophelia's in Old Town Arvada. It surprised me that a Mexican restaurant would serve the Irish dish, yet, thankful that I could enjoy the corned beef, cabbage, carrots, and potatoes today. It seemed to be a hit with all the customers because I saw many corned beef and cabbage plates being served to customers.

I have lived in Arvada for over 36 years and have seen the restaurant on the west side of Old Wadsworth many times, but have never eaten there. Today was the first time I went into the bar/restaurant and it probably will not be my last.

It reminded me of an old neighborhood bar with booths, tables and a long counter. One waitress took care of the fifteen or so customers.

"The big thing here is corned beef and cabbage.

In Ireland, you'd have to go looking for it.  

It's not served on St. Patrick's."

Dermott Reid