Behind The Swinging Doors: Inside The Rosa Mexicano Kitchen Slideshow

A sign on the door reads, "The supreme example of something against which all others are judged or measured: A model of excellence." So, basically, bacon.

Chef Josh Paige

Chef Josh Paige, executive chef of Rosa Mexicano at Riverside Square in Hackensack, N.J., stands at the line reviewing dishes going out to the dining room.

Clipboards

On the clipboards are days of the week written in Spanish, with notes for the day clipped to today.

Dishes

Baja fish tacos, roasted chicken salad, and quesadillas ready for the dining room.

Making Churros

A cook stirs a large pot of dough for churros, a classic Mexican dessert.

Rosa Mexicano Kitchen

A wide shot of the Rosa Mexicano kitchen, where you can see their signature bright pink tortilla warmers.

Sauces and Salsas

A binder of recipes sits on the shelf.

Scallops Emulsion

A recipe for scallops emulsion hangs in the kitchen.

Mexican Club

A sign that reads "Worth Every Penny" hangs in the kitchen, perfectly describing the Mexican Club on the left.