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Sounds like Charly's is a bust. Single-tortilla and flavorless adobada. Some of the best adobada in town can be found at Taqueria El Guero, at the southern end of Revu where it turns into Agua Caliente. BTW, the flavorless white vegetable was probably jicama.If you go to a taco place and they use only one tortilla just ask them for "doble tortilla" on the next one.
BangBangBoy
12-11-21, 07:32
One of the girls from Tropical showed me an alternative to Azul for breakfast after our TLN. It's on the side of Tropical, just around the corner on Nios Heroes. If you are staying in HK, you need to cross the street to the Tropical side and walk around the corner. Not sure if it is part of Tropical or independently owned, as the service was more professional, felt more like a real restaurant. The inside is nicely decorated and new. Only looked at their breakfast menu so not sure if they serve lunch / dinner as well. I ordered an omelette and it was definitely way better than Azul, that's why the girl I was with insisted we go there, although the service was a little slow (took 10 minutes to get our check). "Tecua" was the name it appeared under on my credit card. So if you don't mind walking across the street for better food in the morning, there you go.
BangBangBoy
12-11-21, 07:58
Want to report on the excellent seafood taco cart at the corner of Av. Constitution and Coahuilla, right outside of La Gloria Bar. I have walked by it many times before and ignored it. But it smelled so good this last weekend when I walked by it, I had to try it and it did not disappoint. It became my daily routine until I left Tijuana this past Tuesday. Their signature taco is the "Enchiladons," which is a shrimp taco cooked with cheese and sauce, $40 pesos each. Their fish tacos are only $25 pesos each and has 3 large pieces of battered fish per taco, so a very good deal. Think Captain Solo reported on the fish tacos last month.
When I was eating there, I saw they were doing brisk business with many of bar workers ordering large quantity takeouts. It appears to be very popular with the locals, saw some bar girls, some bikers, even a mariachi band eating there as well. I got some funny stares from the locals as I was the only "gringo" eating there, unlike the adobada taco cart on the other end of street, which is usually surrounded by gringos. Give them a try the next time you are in the Zona.
ScatManDoo
12-11-21, 19:15
Want to report on the excellent seafood taco cart at the corner of Av. Constitution and Coahuilla, right outside of La Gloria Bar. I have walked by it many times before and ignored it. But it smelled so good this last weekend when I walked by it, I had to try it and it did not disappoint. It became my daily routine until I left Tijuana this past Tuesday. Their signature taco is the "Enchiladons," which is a shrimp taco cooked with cheese and sauce, $40 pesos each. Their fish tacos are only $25 pesos each and has 3 large pieces of battered fish per taco, so a very good deal. Think Captain Solo reported on the fish tacos last month.
When I was eating there, I saw they were doing brisk business with many of bar workers ordering large quantity takeouts. It appears to be very popular with the locals, saw some bar girls, some bikers, even a mariachi band eating there as well. I got some funny stares from the locals as I was the only "gringo" eating there, unlike the adobada taco cart on the other end of street, which is usually surrounded by gringos. Give them a try the next time you are in the Zona.Their Siete Mares (7 seas) soup is priced very competitively (better) than the other seafood carts.
Ay least it was before Covid.
BlackThought
12-11-21, 22:23
Taco spot across the street from HK Club, $1.50/ taco, absolutely disgusting. Avoid it.
Want to report on the excellent seafood taco cart at the corner of Av. Constitution and Coahuilla, right outside of La Gloria Bar. I have walked by it many times before and ignored it. But it smelled so good this last weekend when I walked by it, I had to try it and it did not disappoint. It became my daily routine until I left Tijuana this past Tuesday. Their signature taco is the "Enchiladons," which is a shrimp taco cooked with cheese and sauce, $40 pesos each. Their fish tacos are only $25 pesos each and has 3 large pieces of battered fish per taco, so a very good deal. Think Captain Solo reported on the fish tacos last month.
When I was eating there, I saw they were doing brisk business with many of bar workers ordering large quantity takeouts. It appears to be very popular with the locals, saw some bar girls, some bikers, even a mariachi band eating there as well. I got some funny stares from the locals as I was the only "gringo" eating there, unlike the adobada taco cart on the other end of street, which is usually surrounded by gringos. Give them a try the next time you are in the Zona.I ate there before too, the spicy shrimp tacos are mmmmazing!
KC Questor
12-15-21, 00:28
One of the girls from Tropical showed me an alternative to Azul for breakfast after our TLN. It's on the side of Tropical, just around the corner on Nios Heroes. If you are staying in HK, you need to cross the street to the Tropical side and walk around the corner. Not sure if it is part of Tropical or independently owned, as the service was more professional, felt more like a real restaurant. The inside is nicely decorated and new. Only looked at their breakfast menu so not sure if they serve lunch / dinner as well. I ordered an omelette and it was definitely way better than Azul, that's why the girl I was with insisted we go there, although the service was a little slow (took 10 minutes to get our check). "Tecua" was the name it appeared under on my credit card. So if you don't mind walking across the street for better food in the morning, there you go.The name of this restaurant is "Senda Norte". They raised their prices very high a few months back (they seriously had a MX $1100 steak on the menu!) but recently lowered them. Most meals are MX $120 now. It's a decent place, but I'd only eat there if I were stuck in the zona and didn't want to leave to go to a nice place.
BlackThought
12-15-21, 01:44
What are some good ubereats options? Preferably Asian cuisine. The chicken pho I ordered from "Pho Lucky" was decent, can pass as authentic pho.
BangBangBoy
12-15-21, 02:38
The name of this restaurant is "Senda Norte". They raised their prices very high a few months back (they seriously had a MX $1100 steak on the menu!) but recently lowered them. Most meals are MX $120 now. It's a decent place, but I'd only eat there if I were stuck in the zona and didn't want to leave to go to a nice place.Thank you! Yes, not a cheap place, but a good alternative to Azul. The breakfast quality at Azul leaves much to be desired. I also find it interesting the cost of cup of coffee at Azul fluctuates between $40 to $70 pesos depends on which waiter I get, only in the Zona.
Captain Solo
12-15-21, 16:49
Mariscos Paisa across the street, in front of Hotel Rapido, does a delicious shrimp coctele, 70 pesos for a medium cup. His shrimp are steamed then peeled, not Costco frozen, sweet and spongy. He also does the raw oysters, clams, cockles, about 50 see a piece, delish and a few days or a week fresher than anything you can buy in CA. You can buy cervezas at the corner store, hide them in bags and drink with your seafood, delicious, but he said, if policias catches you, they will confiscate his seafood, and you would have to pay for it. So be careful.
For a delish seafood quesadilla walk one block South on Ninos to Mariscos Fedoro. They have special combos, like one cheese quesadilla, 1 cup of consommé, 1 soft drink for 70 pesos or $3. 50, a very good deal and will fill you up. There are a few other seafood places in the mercado next to the cathedral offering special deals, but their food are not fresh.
Federico69
12-15-21, 18:42
Excellent food and service if you need a nice hangover breakfast after a night of mongering. Around the corner from HK.
Captain Solo
12-15-21, 22:47
On Ninos at the West end of the alley. They cook a good menu with good ingredients in lard, very good for Tijuana. Their portions are about twice as big as those in the US, good for 2 people.
Last time I was in they did not have beers, so I had to buy a few from the stores nearby.
The closest to Pho is the Caldo de pollo or Rez at Al Capone next to Chicago, very good comfort meal for 70 pesos. Everyone who went there like that soup. Or you can go for the sopa de rez at the HK taco stand. That beef soup is thick and tasty. If you tip the server a few coins he will give you repeat refills, no charge.
Member #4730
12-16-21, 17:40
What are some good ubereats options? Preferably Asian cuisine. The chicken pho I ordered from "Pho Lucky" was decent, can pass as authentic pho.I went to Shangri-La Cuisine as I tried to find Chan's Cuisine for some Chinese in Tijuana and can say the food is great. We got the 700 peso 2 person meal and it was 4-5 dishes which included a bananas foster dessert with ice cream. It was so much food we got 2 meals out of it. I enjoyed their fried rice and fried shrimp. I'll be back on the future. Probably a few more restaurants I forgot to add to here. I'll try to do a better job with my Tijuana adventures.
BlackThought
12-16-21, 18:28
I went to Shangri-La Cuisine as I tried to find Chan's Cuisine for some Chinese in Tijuana and can say the food is great. We got the 700 peso 2 person meal and it was 4-5 dishes which included a bananas foster dessert with ice cream. It was so much food we got 2 meals out of it. I enjoyed their fried rice and fried shrimp. I'll be back on the future. Probably a few more restaurants I forgot to add to here. I'll try to do a better job with my Tijuana adventures.Will try them out next time. Thanks.
BlackThought
12-16-21, 18:29
On Ninos at the West end of the alley. They cook a good menu with good ingredients in lard, very good for Tijuana. Their portions are about twice as big as those in the US, good for 2 people.
Last time I was in they did not have beers, so I had to buy a few from the stores nearby.
The closest to Pho is the Caldo de pollo or Rez at Al Capone next to Chicago, very good comfort meal for 70 pesos. Everyone who went there like that soup. Or you can go for the sopa de rez at the HK taco stand. That beef soup is thick and tasty. If you tip the server a few coins he will give you repeat refills, no charge.I'll check out Al Capone next visit, not very concerned about portion size as I don't eat a lot.
I went to Shangri-La Cuisine as I tried to find Chan's Cuisine for some Chinese in Tijuana and can say the food is great. We got the 700 peso 2 person meal and it was 4-5 dishes which included a bananas foster dessert with ice cream. It was so much food we got 2 meals out of it. I enjoyed their fried rice and fried shrimp. I'll be back on the future. Probably a few more restaurants I forgot to add to here. I'll try to do a better job with my Tijuana adventures.Shangri- La must be somewhat new as I don't remember it from before. I use to eat at Palacio Royal and was decent. Had some friends that tried Chans and said it was great so you should still give it a try. Just be expected to pay more from what I remember it is a bit pricey. Also I'm still nervous to try some of the smaller Chinese places since I still remember the problem that they had a few years ago with lots of them using dog meat.
Member #4730
12-17-21, 08:14
I went to 260 Grados and a line was out the door. You have to wait in line until they have availability for the number of guests in your party. The all you can eat buffet is 260 peso per person, but we got a couple of soju drinks and dessert. Bill came to 975 peso and left a 200 peso tip. I recommend, but line can get quite long if during regular times like lunch and dinner.
LuvMexicanas
12-17-21, 21:31
I know, menudo is not for everyone. It's located in Centro just a block off Revolucion. It's pretty good. Not as good as Menuderia Jalisco but solid. Portion could be bigger.
Dickus Maximus
12-18-21, 05:12
I went to 260 Grados and a line was out the door. You have to wait in line until they have availability for the number of guests in your party. The all you can eat buffet is 260 peso per person, but we got a couple of soju drinks and dessert. Bill came to 975 peso and left a 200 peso tip. I recommend, but line can get quite long if during regular times like lunch and dinner.In Tijuana? I can only find one in Ensenada. I have been looking for a decent KBBQ in Tijuana.
Member #4730
12-18-21, 08:01
In Tijuana? I can only find one in Ensenada. I have been looking for a decent KBBQ in Tijuana.The one I went to was in Tijuana.
Tropical's Senda needs a new menu. I don't mean a new chef. I mean literally a new menu with a ton of pictures. People like me tend to order what looks good in a picture when it comes to food we cannot figure out but want to try.
Captain Solo
01-03-22, 06:38
A new menu with a pic of a big, plum, juicy, delicious pussy coming for Jackie.
A new menu with a pic of a big, plum, juicy, delicious pussy coming for Jackie.Lolol, heya Capt how you been? I read about the stank in Colombia kinda puts me off for visiting there in Feb. Maybe I will try a different city. I did see this porn with this smoking hot Colombian beetch. I want to bang one like that. She was skinny and fake bolt on boobs but just how we like. https://es.pornhub.com/view_video.php?viewkey=ph5eeeb73943a65#1.
Vaccines required to eat out in Tijuana! Let the savages in San Diego run wild.
https://tjnoticias.info/pediran-comprobante-de-vacunacion-para-entrar-a-restaurantes-y-negocios-en-bc/?fbclid=IwAR0YojU-46EBePvHDL41qht1PAGBBqioV3WVb5JAWtZaAixRR6bTMuCql30
Tropical's Senda needs a new menu. I don't mean a new chef. I mean literally a new menu with a ton of pictures. People like me tend to order what looks good in a picture when it comes to food we cannot figure out but want to try.This is an interesting difference between Western and Asian cultures. Asian countries tend to put pix of food on the menus, Western countries tend to describe the food, no pix. In theory I like the picture idea. But in practice, in so many restaurants I've visited all over Asia, the pictures are very often faded or otherwise illegible. Okinawa was the worst. Every noodle shop had a machine outside where you put in money and selected what you wanted and pushed the button to receive a ticket. Every picture was so faded you had no idea if you were ordering noodles or a bowl of dog shit. And I can't read a lick of Japanese. It was always interesting to see what came out of the kitchen. Sometimes you hit the jackpot, sometimes you didn't.
Shangri- La must be somewhat new as I don't remember it from before. I use to eat at Palacio Royal and was decent. Had some friends that tried Chans and said it was great so you should still give it a try. Just be expected to pay more from what I remember it is a bit pricey. Also I'm still nervous to try some of the smaller Chinese places since I still remember the problem that they had a few years ago with lots of them using dog meat.Chans is EXCELLENT.
I went to 206 C it is a Korean all you can eat BBQ restaurant. Man it was amazing I just loved it. I highly recommend if you are in Tijuana to visit this restaurant, I am sure you will love it as me and my bros did. Also a lot of cute gals were in the restaurant when we went.
BrotherMouzone
01-05-22, 19:53
I went to 206 C it is a Korean all you can eat BBQ restaurant. Man it was amazing I just loved it. I highly recommend if you are in Tijuana to visit this restaurant, I am sure you will love it as me and my bros did. Also a lot of cute gals were in the restaurant when we went.Yeah, this is the restaurant I've got marked down to check out on my next visit. Have heard mostly rave reviews. It's a new restaurant in the Zona Rio area right?
Captain Solo
01-05-22, 21:16
What's the name?
Address?
Yeah, this is the restaurant I've got marked down to check out on my next visit. Have heard mostly rave reviews. It's a new restaurant in the Zona Rio area right?No bro it is by Sams Club across from the Cinemex.
Captain Solo
01-05-22, 23:17
AYCE Korean BBQ, 260 pesos is like $13, damn good deal. We need to go before they raise prices.
Originally in Ensenada, It's new in Tijuana, on the East side of Ave Aqua Caliente, near Sam's club.
https://www.instagram.com/260grados/
BrotherMouzone
01-05-22, 23:57
What's the name?
Address?On Google Maps and Uber the spot comes up under "260 Grill & Bar". The proper name for the place appears to be "260 Grados" which translates to "260 Degrees". I don't know if 260 degrees has any significance other than 250 degrees Celsius does translate to exactly 500 degrees Fahrenheit so maybe it's just that simple. I suspect it's a relatively new spot in Tijuana (there's another location in Ensenada) but I'm not sure.
No bro it is by Sams Club across from the Cinemex.Got it, thanks. About a quarter of a mile or so down the same street as the Mr. Pampas steakhouse it looks like.
Captain Solo
01-06-22, 02:46
Mouzone,
Got the name now. It's a very good deal, more delish than Brazil BBQ as you grill the meats hot at the table.
A few of my wingmen can eat a whole cow, so we will have to hit it soon.
AYCE Korean BBQ, 260 pesos is like $13, damn good deal. We need to go before they raise prices.
Originally in Ensenada, It's new in Tijuana, on the East side of Ave Aqua Caliente, near Sam's club.
https://www.instagram.com/260grados/I am. In Tijuana until Friday cap, let me know with a PM and I will send you my Mexican number.
Tijuana has a pretty cool street food scene going on right now in front of the Guadalupe Church about 2 blocks South of the alley across from the Mujer mall. Looks like about at least 6 taco vendors, a pizza vendor, at least 2 pastry vendors. It is like a mini-swap meet of food vendors. Looks like a food fair. The taco vendor closest to the Church side is pretty good. Had some sort of mushroom tacos there.
BrotherMouzone
01-07-22, 17:02
Mouzone,
Got the name now. It's a very good deal, more delish than Brazil BBQ as you grill the meats hot at the table.
A few of my wingmen can eat a whole cow, so we will have to hit it soon.Yes, the AYCE Korean BBQ scene is strong where I live on the East Coast so I'm familiar with how it works. I'm thinking that yes, there's a good chance this will be a better deal than even Mr. Pampas or Churrascaria Do Brasil so am looking very forward to checking it out the next time I'm down there, especially with it being a brand new spot.
Tijuana has a pretty cool street food scene going on right now in front of the Guadalupe Church about 2 blocks South of the alley across from the Mujer mall. Looks like about at least 6 taco vendors, a pizza vendor, at least 2 pastry vendors. It is like a mini-swap meet of food vendors. Looks like a food fair. The taco vendor closest to the Church side is pretty good. Had some sort of mushroom tacos there.This is where I eat now if I have time they have their own benches, last week I sat with a beautiful 20 year old. In San Diego she would never be caught eating alone someplace like that. But in that neighborhood the woman aren't all full of themselves. Then I tipped the girl who took the food to my bench, sort of a waiter, 75 cents. She was thrilled. It was nice to see someone happy for my "1 dollar baby. You looked at me in a strip club so you you owe me 1 dollar baby". It was so nice seeing her happy that I started buying more street food just so I could tip the others and see their similar reaction. It was more fun than hk tipping.
Captain Solo
01-07-22, 18:12
Mouzone,
Everything is better cooked hot and fresh at the table.
When you are here, don't dine alone (except at the Y). Take a hot chica with you. The chicas just loooove Chino food.
This is where I eat now if I have time they have their own benches, last week I sat with a beautiful 20 year old. In San Diego she would never be caught eating alone someplace like that. But in that neighborhood the woman aren't all full of themselves. Then I tipped the girl who took the food to my bench, sort of a waiter, 75 cents. She was thrilled. It was nice to see someone happy for my "1 dollar baby. You looked at me in a strip club so you you owe me 1 dollar baby". It was so nice seeing her happy that I started buying more street food just so I could tip the others and see their similar reaction. It was more fun than hk tipping.Well this might be the last week of that so hopefully you get to enjoy it while you can. They set it up in December. The ex enjoyed it because of the different types of food available.
Member #4730
01-11-22, 04:18
I was asked for my vaccination records at Starbucks in Gallerias Hippodromo, but not at restaurants. It is hit or miss and not mandatory. My girlfriend said it is a recommendation from the government, but not mandatory. It was more of an issue in Europe than in Mexico. Glad the USA Is a free country for now.
Member #4730
01-11-22, 04:23
Ate at Tabu this afternoon and I'the give the place a pass. Food was okay, but not someplace I'the return. Also the service is kind of slow, but maybe due to short staffing and due to the fact it is in the mall. I've yet to find good find in a mall. I'm enjoying my time back in MX after being in Europe for the past 2 weeks. Vaccine QR codes are a real thing and most places don't allow you to do business without it.
Mouzone,
Got the name now. It's a very good deal, more delish than Brazil BBQ as you grill the meats hot at the table.
A few of my wingmen can eat a whole cow, so we will have to hit it soon.I find grilling meats at my table is a pain. It is work and it is slow.
So the people at the table cannot consume food as fast a rate as with pre-cooked buffet.
Since time is limited I don't like the restaurants where you need to cook your own food.
I live next to a Gen Korean BBQ House and I do not go there for the same reasons.
Ate at Tabu this afternoon and I'the give the place a pass. Food was okay, but not someplace I'the return. Also the service is kind of slow, but maybe due to short staffing and due to the fact it is in the mall. I've yet to find good find in a mall. I'm enjoying my time back in MX after being in Europe for the past 2 weeks. Vaccine QR codes are a real thing and most places don't allow you to do business without it.Yeah, was in Zona Rio last week and was pretty surprised when a coffee shop asked me for my proof of Vax. Seems to be a thing in restaurants now.
I find grilling meats at my table is a pain. It is work and it is slow.
So the people at the table cannot consume food as fast a rate as with pre-cooked buffet.
Since time is limited I don't like the restaurants where you need to cook your own food.
I live next to a Gen Korean BBQ House and I do not go there for the same reasons.Hmm you must live on microwavable meals then? I didn't find it hard work and the maseros didn't try to rush me out. Tell you what Rambo I will take you there the next time I am in Tijuana and I will grill your meat for you. PM me your number.
BrotherMouzone
01-12-22, 16:58
I find grilling meats at my table is a pain. It is work and it is slow.
So the people at the table cannot consume food as fast a rate as with pre-cooked buffet.
Since time is limited I don't like the restaurants where you need to cook your own food.
I live next to a Gen Korean BBQ House and I do not go there for the same reasons.I go to Korean BBQ restaurants occasionally. I've personally never done any work in terms of grilling my own meats (I don't cook LOL). I always have let the server do it for me. I assume it's the same in Tijuana. That the server will be back and forth between tables grilling the meats for people who prefer not to do it themselves.
I go to Korean BBQ restaurants occasionally. I've personally never done any work in terms of grilling my own meats (I don't cook LOL). I always have let the server do it for me. I assume it's the same in Tijuana. That the server will be back and forth between tables grilling the meats for people who prefer not to do it themselves.I have never seen this.
The skill to make meat "grey" from "red", is not entirely difficult to manage. Or for the thicker cuts, pink in the middle, brown out the outside.
I have never seen people cooking food for you at a table before.
https://www.facebook.com/OrigenArgentino
I had a great meal with my civie lady friend here lat night.
We had. 7 Kg of Wagu on a salt block, soup, and veggies with garlic and rosemary chips.
The starters, soups, and meat was fantastic, and except for how they prepare (or lack thereof) the salt block, it was extremely pleasant.
I cook on a salt block at home 2-3 times a week, and you have to clean it. Not that one can be dirty. Its just baked on meat drippings, but all they seem to do is brush off the heavy stuff and that is all.
This is a clean, prepared salt block (Photo 1 with chicken).
This was theirs. The black one.
I didn't get any salt off the block thru it.
It didn't affect the meat to finish from bleu up to my temp on it. But I got no salt.
BrotherMouzone
01-12-22, 21:52
I have never seen this.
The skill to make meat "grey" from "red", is not entirely difficult to manage. Or for the thicker cuts, pink in the middle, brown out the outside.
I have never seen people cooking food for you at a table before.Most people do cook the meat themselves at Korean BBQ restaurants but I can honestly tell you I've been going to these restaurants (occasionally) for years and have never once cooked the meat myself LOL. At the several restaurants I've been to the waitress has always cooked it for me. But it's not like she's standing there the entire time cooking it. In my experience they're able to do it for multiple tables at once while performing their other table waiting duties (going to the back to get more raw meat, drinks, etc.).
Captain Solo
01-12-22, 23:56
Rambo,
At Korean BBQs the meats are sliced thin and you can grill as fast as you can eat. The meat tastes delicious burning hot from the grill.
The only problem is the smoke. Without good ventilation, which I never found at any Korean BBQ places, you will smell like grilled meat from head to toe. Just have your girls lick it off in bed.
People on dates avoid Korean BBQs due to the burned-fat smoke. Girls don't like it on their hair and clothes. We just like good eats and don't give a shit about odors. HK girls would never turn anyone down due to meat smoke.
LuvMexicanas
01-13-22, 05:15
You won't have the freshest breath either after copious amounts of kimchi but no Korean meal is complete without it. Very good for you too with all the natural probiotics.
https://www.facebook.com/OrigenArgentino
I had a great meal with my civie lady friend here lat night.
We had. 7 Kg of Wagu on a salt block, soup, and veggies with garlic and rosemary chips.How the hell did you two get through 15 pounds of meat? Do you both look like Fred Flintstone? LOL.
KC Questor
01-14-22, 21:45
How the hell did you two get through 15 pounds of meat? Do you both look like Fred Flintstone? LOL.It's the stupid board auto formatting. The system added a space after the period in ".7 kg".
0. 7 kg is 1. 5 pounds.
The owners of the board are so hyper-focused on "proper" formatting that they have no problem letting the automatic systems screw things up. That's why some girls have "be or see cup tits" and why there's a neighborhood in Tijuana referred to as "5 why 10"
Senior members can go back and edit their posts to fix the fixes. So I can post "b or c cup tits" and "5 y 10" without it autocorrecting
How the hell did you two get through 15 pounds of meat? Do you both look like Fred Flintstone? LOL.Forum did it. .
But 15 lbs. Hmm. How much time do I have?
How the hell did you two get through 15 pounds of meat? Do you both look like Fred Flintstone? LOL.Why'all are pretty smart around here. Something I've been wondering: How can commodities like meat or oil be cheaper in less developed countries?
Aren't commodities basically fungible? If I'm a rancher or a oil man, why would I sell what I make in Mexico for less than what I can get for it in the USA?
Is the price difference explained by transport costs? Or government subsidies?
Why'all are pretty smart around here. Something I've been wondering: How can commodities like meat or oil be cheaper in less developed countries?
Aren't commodities basically fungible? If I'm a rancher or a oil man, why would I sell what I make in Mexico for less than what I can get for it in the USA?
Is the price difference explained by transport costs? Or government subsidies?Missing a few layers of inspection, _labor costs_. And its harder to find quality cuts as well.
All the good stuff comes from the USA, if it's cheaper, its likely domestic market.
(https://www.meatpoultry.com/articles/21342-canada-mexico-lift-pork-beef-tariffs-on-us#text=Mexico%20 previously%20 issued%20 a%2020,an%20 animal%20 or%20%241.5%20 billion. &text=The%20 US%20 Meat%20 Export%20 Federation%20 (USMEF)%20 lauded%20 the%20 decision.).
OIL is a straight commodity that has a global cost for the raw material, but things fed, grown, butchered and shipped locally, will be priced locally.
Offhand, from having sampled BBQ beef in San Diego vs BBQ beef in Tijuana, the beef ribs were fattier in San Diego, probably from being corn fed. The Mexican beef from a BBQ place in Tijuana seemed stringier and tougher, probably from being grass fed. Both were good, but of course Tijuana was cheaper. Minimum wage in CA now around $15 per hour vs $7 per day in Mexico. Overall, the Mexican beef is probably healthier since it has less fat to clog your arteries but the corn fed beef tastes better. Generally I prefer Mexican produce since it is less likely to be GMO.
Missing a few layers of inspection, _labor costs_. And its harder to find quality cuts as well.
All the good stuff comes from the USA, if it's cheaper, its likely domestic market.
(https://www.meatpoultry.com/articles/21342-canada-mexico-lift-pork-beef-tariffs-on-us#text=Mexico%20 previously%20 issued%20 a%2020,an%20 animal%20 or%20%241.5%20 billion. &text=The%20 US%20 Meat%20 Export%20 Federation%20 (USMEF)%20 lauded%20 the%20 decision.).
OIL is a straight commodity that has a global cost for the raw material, but things fed, grown, butchered and shipped locally, will be priced locally.
VegasGambler9
01-25-22, 03:48
Just got my passport card. So I'm getting close. Wondering what grocery stores might be recommended. I checked Google Maps but I seriously can't tell, they all look like convenience stores to me. Is the 777 a grocery store? I just wasn't sure if I was going to be able to live out of convenience doors and taco stands. Any suggestions would be helpful thank you.
Captain Solo
01-25-22, 15:19
Many Sorianas, large supermarkets, scattered around the city, one on Revo near El Arco, one across the street South of hotel Pueblo Amigo.
Unless you plan to live in Tijuana and rent an apartment, why need grocery stores?
Why'all are pretty smart around here. Something I've been wondering: How can commodities like meat or oil be cheaper in less developed countries?
Aren't commodities basically fungible? If I'm a rancher or a oil man, why would I sell what I make in Mexico for less than what I can get for it in the USA?
Is the price difference explained by transport costs? Or government subsidies?Middlemen.
Captain Solo
01-26-22, 08:19
It's a pretty nice, clean place, about 6 miles South of La Zona.
$13 AYCE seafood, Chinese, Mexican, Japanese. On Friday and Sat add $5 for AYCE Maine lobster.
Seafood carts would charge about $1 per raw oyster, so this place is a good deal.
Just got my passport card. So I'm getting close. Wondering what grocery stores might be recommended. I checked Google Maps but I seriously can't tell, they all look like convenience stores to me. Is the 777 a grocery store? I just wasn't sure if I was going to be able to live out of convenience doors and taco stands. Any suggestions would be helpful thank you.There is an OXXO on front and back side on Hotel Cascadas (across the street). That is easiest.
I walk to Calimax on Ave Constitution. Short walk. This place has better prices, fruits / vegetables, bakery, etc and it has a ATM machine. I use that ATM with my SCHWAB ATM card. Schwab rebates ATM fees.
ScatManDoo
01-28-22, 07:52
Just got my passport card. So I'm getting close. Wondering what grocery stores might be recommended. I checked Google Maps but I seriously can't tell, they all look like convenience stores to me. Is the 777 a grocery store? I just wasn't sure if I was going to be able to live out of convenience doors and taco stands. Any suggestions would be helpful thank you.There actually is a mid-sized, full service grocery store right in the heart of La Zona (if you don't want to walk three or four blocks outside of La Zona to reach Calimax or Soriana).
The grocery store is called La Lagunita and it is located on Nino Heroes midway between Primera /1st street and the alley.
The front of the store is kinda narrow, with fresh produce on display. Looks like a local bodega.
But it is 200 to 300 feet deep, and widens considerably towards the back.
Midway into the store is a full service old-style butcher's counter with two to three full-time butchers at the ready.
It is like an old throwback local (non chain) grocery store, with super competitive pricing and most of the food items (raw or packaged) that you could want.
Captain Solo
01-28-22, 20:23
It's in the China Plaza, a strip mall, with a dozen Asian restaurants and shops, about 5 miles South of hotel Pueblo Amigos on the East side of the Tijuana river, in a dusty and grimy industrial area, a long $8 UBER ride from La Zona through lots of heavy traffic and bad roads. Houses, commercial and industrial buildings in this area, only a few miles South of the glitzy Pueblo Amigos and Caliente casino, are rampant helter skelter, looking depressing.
The pics make this place look huge, new, nice, clean and inviting, but it's actually small, old, worn out, low class. There were about 30 food items for dinner, mostly low-brow Chinese fares, looking old, stale, disgusting, no raw oyster, sushi or sashimi was available, even lower quality than the cheap $5 Chinese lunch buffet in So Cal, but about 30 people paid $13 to dine on Wednesday night. I felt sorry for locals who didn't know any better and were cheated by this bullshit restaurant.
We have been lied to and cheated again by false internet ads in Mexico, just like the escorts sites with fake old, ugly women. Their deals are far worse and more expensive than those in downtown Tijuana, definitely not worth going, just stay in downtown Tijuana and La Zona.
How the fuck can these Chinese businesses hope to do any business being so uncompetitive and outright lying in their ads?
Member #4730
01-29-22, 00:46
I went to Negro Durazo last night and the ceviche, michelada and camarones were delicious. They also have a Banda band if you want songs, but I think it is $20 per song, not sure since I didn't buy any. Also the service was good and reasonable USA Pricing.
I went to Farmers Table in New city complex for breakfast and the omelette, French toast, and breakfast burrito were good and large portions. Pricing is similar to USA, service was good, and nice overall restaurant.
I went to Negro Durazo last night and the ceviche, michelada and camarones were delicious. They also have a Banda band if you want songs, but I think it is $20 per song, not sure since I didn't buy any. Also the service was good and reasonable USA Pricing.
I went to Farmers Table in New city complex for breakfast and the omelette, French toast, and breakfast burrito were good and large portions. Pricing is similar to USA, service was good, and nice overall restaurant.Some people bag on this place, but I've always thought the food was pretty decent for its price point. The universal gripe, from gringos, is the ear splitting volume of the freaking band.
Last time I was there they had the entire band "sealed off" with plexiglass, supposedly for Covid purposes. Is that stuff still in place? It did tend to keep the volume down a bit.
I went to Negro Durazo last night and the ceviche, michelada and camarones were delicious. They also have a Banda band if you want songs, but I think it is $20 per song, not sure since I didn't buy any. Also the service was good and reasonable USA I don't think most on this board would want to put up with the music at this place. Especially if you get a table by the stage. I tried it once and don't remember being all that impressed but I'm not a huge mariscos guy. I think a place like Los Arcos is good. Also liked to take a day trip to Ensenada for mariscos just to get away from Tijuana.
I went to Negro Durazo last night and the ceviche, michelada and camarones were delicious. They also have a Banda band if you want songs, but I think it is $20 per song, not sure since I didn't buy any. Also the service was good and reasonable USA Pricing.
I went to Farmers Table in New city complex for breakfast and the omelette, French toast, and breakfast burrito were good and large portions. Pricing is similar to USA, service was good, and nice overall restaurant.I went to Negro Durazno a few years back. An American Mexican guy had a massive heart attack and died on the floor of the restaurant. I was kinda traumatized and never went back.
Member #4730
01-29-22, 19:34
Some people bag on this place, but I've always thought the food was pretty decent for its price point. The universal gripe, from gringos, is the ear splitting volume of the freaking band.
Last time I was there they had the entire band "sealed off" with plexiglass, supposedly for Covid purposes. Is that stuff still in place? It did tend to keep the volume down a bit.First time I ate at the place was seated close to band and it was not comfortable as the instruments felt like they were right in my ear. The second time we were sat on the other side of restaurant, but volume level was still ridiculous. My girl loves Banda so I'll tolerate it.
We went to Dublin's bar and restaurant last night with live band that was pretty good. She turns into a whole other person when drunk so not sure if she'll change. The bar food was average bar food, but entertainment was great. My ears still feel like they are ringing.
First time I ate at the place was seated close to band and it was not comfortable as the instruments felt like they were right in my ear. The second time we were sat on the other side of restaurant, but volume level was still ridiculous. My girl loves Banda so I'll tolerate it.
We went to Dublin's bar and restaurant last night with live band that was pretty good. She turns into a whole other person when drunk so not sure if she'll change. The bar food was average bar food, but entertainment was great. My ears still feel like they are ringing.Oh, Dublin's is still open? Haven't been there for ages. I'm glad they survived Covid.
I just got back from 5 days in Tijuana. Ate at a number of good Mexican restaurants and eateries.
The best was Di Chante. A little ways from El Centro. Took the purple van, up and back. Had to wait 15 minutes to get in. A nice comfortable, plain place w a piano / sax guy playing American songs. Reasonable prices.
I ordered the Brocheta Mixta (res and pollo) on a bad of rice, w a green salad, baked potato and tortillas. Big chunks of beef and chicken off a stick w green onions. Very filling, good stuff.
A shout out to the Hotel Nelson Torta Especial. Big torta. I could only eat half and took the other half back to my hotel room. Carne asada, ham, cheese, an egg, w lettuce, tomato & onions. It was a super torta.
Had paella meal at El Arte restaurant. Fettuccini at Guiseppis. And the snack hooch El Doraditos makes great fish and shrimp tacos.
Weather in Tijuana was not good. Cloudy and overcast, windy and cold. Not much sol. Till my next trip in Tijuana. Out.
LuvMexicanas
02-02-22, 03:24
I just got back from 5 days in Tijuana. Ate at a number of good Mexican restaurants and eateries.
The best was Di Chante. A little ways from El Centro. Took the purple van, up and back. Had to wait 15 minutes to get in. A nice comfortable, plain place w a piano / sax guy playing American songs. Reasonable prices.
I ordered the Brocheta Mixta (res and pollo) on a bad of rice, w a green salad, baked potato and tortillas. Big chunks of beef and chicken off a stick w green onions. Very filling, good stuff.
A shout out to the Hotel Nelson Torta Especial. Big torta. I could only eat half and took the other half back to my hotel room. Carne asada, ham, cheese, an egg, w lettuce, tomato & onions. It was a super torta.
Had paella meal at El Arte restaurant. Fettuccini at Guiseppis. And the snack hooch El Doraditos makes great fish and shrimp tacos.
Weather in Tijuana was not good. Cloudy and overcast, windy and cold. Not much sol. Till my next trip in Tijuana. Out.Just good to see an OG like you still going strong. Much respect.
Hola Luv Mexicanas que tal, and Keep on Truckin. Viva Tijuana.
When I visit Tijuana I spend multiple nights.
I have most Sex sessions during the day. Sex / rest cycles (lots of rest).
In the evenings I am mostly at the HK club.
And I get very very tired exhausted.
I never have a large enough chunk of time to go out far for a long meal.
My daytime is sex / rest mostly so I can't add 2 hrs for lunch.
I am not willing to give up time in the club or walking around the streets to enjoy the vibe in the evenings. So long dinner is out.
I eat in some local authentic dives (8056 Primera & fish tacos stall near playboy club, etc) -awesome food that is inexpensive.
At lunch I often get two meals so that I can snack in my room later in the evening with the leftovers.
Wonder how you guys manage to go miles away and have a long meal?
I have also never been able to free up enough time to justify a trip to the Tijuana beach.
When I visit Tijuana I spend multiple nights.
I have most Sex sessions during the day. Sex / rest cycles (lots of rest).
In the evenings I am mostly at the HK club.
And I get very very tired exhausted.
I never have a large enough chunk of time to go out far for a long meal.
My daytime is sex / rest mostly so I can't add 2 hrs for lunch.
I am not willing to give up time in the club or walking around the streets to enjoy the vibe in the evenings. So long dinner is out.
I eat in some local authentic dives (8056 Primera & fish tacos stall near playboy club, etc) -awesome food that is inexpensive..Before Covid I took a Uber which was cheap back in the day. I even took a bus to the beach just to get the experience, but found them to be near death trap roller coasters with the way the bus drivers drive in Tijuana. Nowadays I continue to eat at La Pearla a lot, despite the pesky live band. Also the couple of restaurants near the church. After all, the Zona Norte is only 2 blocks from the Northern end of Downtown where there are tons of restaurants to choose from.
When I visit Tijuana I spend multiple nights.
I have most Sex sessions during the day. Sex / rest cycles (lots of rest).
In the evenings I am mostly at the HK club.
And I get very very tired exhausted.
I never have a large enough chunk of time to go out far for a long meal.
My daytime is sex / rest mostly so I can't add 2 hrs for lunch.
I am not willing to give up time in the club or walking around the streets to enjoy the vibe in the evenings. So long dinner is out.
I eat in some local authentic dives (8056 Primera & fish tacos stall near playboy club, etc) -awesome food that is inexpensive.
At lunch I often get two meals so that I can snack in my room later in the evening with the leftovers.
Wonder how you guys manage to go miles away and have a long meal?
I have also never been able to free up enough time to justify a trip to the Tijuana beach.Take a 5 minute cab ride to the La Cacho neighborhood Avenida Brasil. You can find several places within a two block radius then hop in a cab and be right back in the Zona. Cab should be maybe 50 pesos each way or $3
TONY'S NY PIZZA. You can't go wrong.
Captain Solo
02-11-22, 07:08
La Perla has a small seafood menu, clam, oyster, raw shellfish not as fresh as street carts, serving portions are small, prices high, and the extremely loud bands just kill the whole thing. Shabby locals would take their old, ugly women dining, then dance to that loud music.
We have been going to the shop on Constitucion next to hotel Irma for raw oyster washed down with beers. The guy is a son of the old mariscos man on Ninos next to HK's tacos stand. He keeps all our unique condiments and preferred beer brands in the fridge. Large oyster about 75 cents, shrimp coctele $7.
At the corner of Ninos and Call 2 cathedral plaza, Mariscos Choforo serves seafood dishes, tacos enchiladas, fresh, delicious and cheap, worth a short walk. It has a good following so ingredients are fresh. The other restaurants around the plaza are not so fresh or good.
Msriscos Titos on Maderos and Calle 6 has a large menu with fish tacos, fried fish ect, fresh, delicious and very reasonable priced. I would stop here for a quick lunch before heading to the bars.
Would like to find a good combi steak and seafood places not too far from downtown, or I would just have to hit the AYCE Korean and Brazilian BBQs which have no seafood.
Take a 5 minute cab ride to the La Cacho neighborhood Avenida Brasil. You can find several places within a two block radius then hop in a cab and be right back in the Zona. Cab should be maybe 50 pesos each way or $3.I understand that many of you want to have food closer to American food and that makes sense for you.
When I am in Mexico I like to eat authentic Mexican food. No way will I go out of my way to have pizza.
I eat excellent Mexican food within the zona.
When I visit Tijuana I spend multiple nights.
I have most Sex sessions during the day. Sex / rest cycles (lots of rest).
In the evenings I am mostly at the HK club.
And I get very very tired exhausted.
I never have a large enough chunk of time to go out far for a long meal.
My daytime is sex / rest mostly so I can't add 2 hrs for lunch.
I am not willing to give up time in the club or walking around the streets to enjoy the vibe in the evenings. So long dinner is out.
I eat in some local authentic dives (8056 Primera & fish tacos stall near playboy club, etc) -awesome food that is inexpensive.
At lunch I often get two meals so that I can snack in my room later in the evening with the leftovers.
Wonder how you guys manage to go miles away and have a long meal?
I have also never been able to free up enough time to justify a trip to the Tijuana beach.The Azul restaurant is on the first floor of the Cascadas hotel. Scan menu to phone from the bedside table in the room. I like the chicken menu with beer is around $ 10 a meal.
I understand that many of you want to have food closer to American food and that makes sense for you.
When I am in Mexico I like to eat authentic Mexican food. No way will I go out of my way to have pizza.
I eat excellent Mexican food within the zona.I agree with eating Mexican Food in Mexico BUT anyone who likes pizza, pastas and heros would LOVE Tony's. Tony's has better pizza than NYC and anywhere in SoCal. He is actually from NYC worked as a chef there for 20 years and uses fresh ingredients which they don't do in NYC anymore. You will only find this in Tijuana. Just putting it out there.
I agree with eating Mexican Food in Mexico BUT anyone who likes pizza, pastas and heros would LOVE Tony's. Tony's has better pizza than NYC and anywhere in SoCal. He is actually from NYC worked as a chef there for 20 years and uses fresh ingredients which they don't do in NYC anymore. You will only find this in Tijuana. Just putting it out there.Thanks for recommendation. I would like to try a good Italian joint in town.
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Thanks for recommendation. I would like to try a good Italian joint in town.I agree Tonys was very good when I ate there last week.
Last Saturday, the fucking band at la Perla fucked up my ears and left a ringing until the following Sunday. It is the worst band in the world. I am unsure what the hell it was playing. It was not even Banda nor Regaton. It sounded like circus music that is normally accompanied by a dancing monkey. On top of that, they served me a fried fish that was clearly frozen when the cook tossed it into the fryer, because the outside was over cooked and the inside was borderline raw and bland. This place is going to hell.
"It sounded like circus music that is normally accompanied by a dancing monkey." LOL Jackie! That is why I am not a big fan of banda. But the last time I was in HK they had a pretty good banda group playing in the Las Chavelas side. I really enjoyed listening to them while drinking my beer, kinda distracted me from all the putas so that was a first.
. But the last time I was in HK they had a pretty good banda group playing in the Las Chavelas side. I really enjoyed listening to them while drinking my beer, kinda distracted me from all the putas so that was a first.I too experienced awesome music with a 12 person band (lots of brass. Trumpets, etc) between 1 am and 2 a. M last Friday night. It was a real treat and yes it distracted me from the gals too. But it was worth it.
"It sounded like circus music that is normally accompanied by a dancing monkey." LOL Jackie! That is why I am not a big fan of banda. But the last time I was in HK they had a pretty good banda group playing in the Las Chavelas side. I really enjoyed listening to them while drinking my beer, kinda distracted me from all the putas so that was a first.No no, I actually enjoy Banda. I enjoy just about everything Mexican. But this band was just so bad that I couldn't figure out what they were playing. They were just playing as loud as they could. No one was singing. They were just pounding on the drums as loud as they could. So I was waiting for a dancing monkey to run out of the kitchen.
Chevelas has a great Banda band most of the time. The chicas love it. I often find my pick in HK, then lead her back to Chevelas to remove her from her shark mode, and we would have a great time. If a chicas wants to stay in HK, then it's a deal breaker for me because that is how I screen for sharks. No Banda, No arriba!
BlackThought
02-24-22, 21:22
I often find my pick in HK, then lead her back to Chevelas to remove her from her shark mode, and we would have a great time. If a chicas wants to stay in HK, then it's a deal breaker for me because that is how I screen for sharks. No Banda, No arriba!That's actually a really good strategy.
I agree Tonys was very good when I ate there last week.The food wasn't memorable and the pizza was just OK. I probably won't return, but plenty of options in Tijuana.
Vittorio's Italian Restaurant
Av. Revoluciand 1797, Zona Centro.
Get the shrimp & broccoli fettuccini, it's delizioso.
Captain Solo
03-11-22, 19:32
For the past couple years La Perla has not been doing much business and changed ownership a few times.
Without high customer volume, it does not have fresh seafood. Fried fish from frozen is about right.
Titos Mariscos on O'Campo corner Calle 6 has a large menu of seafood with fresh fried fish and cheap fish and shrimp tacos. Or you want to walk South to the Cathedral Plaza and try Mariscos Choforo or the few fish taco places next to the church.
Fresh fried fish with just salt / pepper and a squeeze of lime is a delicious way to eat seafood, full of aroma and taste. Mexico City has a few AYCE seafood buffets near La Merced with unlimited fresh cocktails, ceviches, fried fish, shell fish, pasta ect for $10. I like that a lot. Any bro know of any seafood buffet in Tijuana?
Captain Solo
03-11-22, 23:00
I used to hang out at the Bare Elegance strip club and have lunch, dinner at the Proud Birds with a bunch of pilots, viewing the few iconic planes parked in the courtyard at the approach end of LAX runway. These guys would talk and debate issues about flying every waking minute of their lives.
I like Italian food and the so-called Mediterranean cuisine. Pasta at the Proud Bird was just so fresh and tasty, unbelievably better than all hotels' and chain restaurant. You should try it.
Their secret is to melt 2 ozs of butter in every pasta plate. It tastes creamy and delicious, but be careful if you have any cholesterol problem.
The Bare Elegance still has specials dinners, rib eye steaks for $7 on certain nights. Their strippers were some of the most beautiful, nice, clean, and can really put out some very sensuous and sexy moves. Have to come back and check it out.
Vittorio's Italian Restaurant.
Av. Revolucion 1797, Zona Centro.
Get the shrimp & broccoli fettuccini, it's delizioso.
Dirk Ming Int
03-12-22, 07:29
I reserved a table at Caesar's well in advance and had high hopes. However, overall food experience was good but nothing outstanding. Caesar salad tasted like Caesar salad available at my local restaurant. The only difference is that he makes it right in front of you at your table. I saw few people being turned away because they had no reservation and but there were still so many tables empty. I don't know why they were doing this. May be to raise the demand or something.
The next day I headed to Restaurant El Rodeo using Uber by paying 80 pesos from Hotel Ticuan. The food was awesome. No matter what entrée you order they will bring you eight side dishes. One of their sides is a bone marrow soup. It was so good that I kept telling the waiter muy bien. So he goes to the kitchen and brings me another cup of that soup on the house. This kind of stuff doesn't happen in the States.
The next day I went to Baja BBQ pit. Again paid 80 pesos from Hotel Ticuan. It's not a fancy place but the food is exceptionally great. Their beef ribs were very tasty and yummy. The meat was so tender yet juicy and was falling off the rib bones. They also have this special refreshing lemonade drink with cucumber and chia seeds.
I also tried the Taco stands across HK. They are good as well. Try that Seafood taco stand. He makes great Fish and Shrimp tacos.
I reserved a table at Caesar's well in advance and had high hopes. However, overall food experience was good but nothing outstanding. Caesar salad tasted like Caesar salad available at my local restaurant. The only difference is that he makes it right in front of you at your table. I saw few people being turned away because they had no reservation and but there were still so many tables empty. I don't know why they were doing this. May be to raise the demand or something.
The next day I headed to Restaurant El Rodeo using Uber by paying 80 pesos from Hotel Ticuan. The food was awesome. No matter what entre you order they will bring you eight side dishes. One of their sides is a bone marrow soup. It was so good that I kept telling the waiter muy bien. So he goes to the kitchen and brings me another cup of that soup on the house. This kind of stuff doesn't happen in the States.
The next day I went to Baja BBQ pit. Again paid 80 pesos from Hotel Ticuan. It's not a fancy place but the food is exceptionally great. Their beef ribs were very tasty and yummy. The meat was so tender yet juicy and was falling off the rib bones. They also have this special refreshing lemonade drink with cucumber and chia seeds.
I also tried the Taco stands across HK. They are good as well. Try that Seafood taco stand. He makes great Fish and Shrimp tacos.Good report and thanks for sharing! I like the taco stand by HK for the shrimp and queso tacos. I'll have to try El Rodeo. I have tried Karnes en su jugo http://karnesensujugotijuana.com/ and their food was delicious. It wasn't too expensive and wasn't busy during the weekday.
Captain Solo
03-12-22, 21:57
Al Capone has a very good location, nice, clean, well lighted front next to Chicago club. It has only 7 or 8 tables, but is always kept nice and clean, smelling fresh. It has been changing operators a couple times in the last 12 months, seems hard to survive in the food business in La Zona.
We came in for the beef soup, Caldo de Rez last Saturday. A new woman chef made an amazingly delicious beef soup with chunks of tender beef and fresh vegetables in a broth full of beefy taste and flavor, a full meal served with salsa, chips, rice, tortillas, for $4. 50 or 90 pesos. You can sit down for a full meal in a nice, clean place for the price of 3 tacos. This hot and hearty beef soup is my favorite comfort food late at night after a lot of drinking. It neutralizes the alcohol in my stomach.
I suggested she cook the vegetables lightly, leaving them fresh and crisp, gave her a big tip last time as this meal was so delicious and good value.
Like the last operator, she has a long menu of special full meals like bifsteak ranchero, chicken, pork, fish ect for 70 pesos, very good hot food for very little money. They have no beers but we usually bring in our own to drink with the food and just tip them extra.
I had breakfast at Chicos Restaurante and it is located in Zona Rio. I got some arrachera dish with chilaquilas, French toast, and cafe olla. I'd return, but only issue is that it is valet parking only. They even had some guy singing on a karaoke machine. Good service, good food, and reasonably priced.
Al Capone has a very good location, nice, clean, well lighted front next to Chicago club. It has only 7 or 8 tables, but is always kept nice and clean, smelling fresh. It has been changing operators a couple times in the last 12 months, seems hard to survive in the food business in La Zona.
We came in for the beef soup, Caldo de Rez last Saturday. A new woman chef made an amazingly delicious beef soup with chunks of tender beef and fresh vegetables in a broth full of beefy taste and flavor, a full meal served with salsa, chips, rice, tortillas, for $4. 50 or 90 pesos. You can sit down for a full meal in a nice, clean place for the price of 3 tacos. This hot and hearty beef soup is my favorite comfort food late at night after a lot of drinking. It neutralizes the alcohol in my stomach.
I suggested she cook the vegetables lightly, leaving them fresh and crisp, gave her a big tip last time as this meal was so delicious and good value.
Like the last operator, she has a long menu of special full meals like bifsteak ranchero, chicken, pork, fish ect for 70 pesos, very good hot food for very little money. They have no beers but we usually bring in our own to drink with the food and just tip them extra.It is kinda strange that they have no beer. That's kinda like a staple food in Tijuana.
It is kinda strange that they have no beer. That's kinda like a staple food in Tijuana.Much like CA, you have to have a license to sell alcohol in Tijuana. Not all restaurants, especially the little ones, have a license. They may cost a couple thousand dollars, which isn't chicken feed for a small restaurant. I'm not sure of the legality of bringing one's own beer into an establishment not licensed for such. Maybe the owners can get into trouble, maybe not. Regardless, it's pretty tacky, and I've never seen locals do it.
BrotherMouzone
03-14-22, 08:15
Yeah, so 260 Grados is going to be my new go-to all-you-can-eat restaurant in Tijuana. Love Mr. Pampas and Churrascaria Do Brasil but this AYCE spot is Korean BBQ so has more spicy options, which is much more to my liking. $280 pesos (around $14) for AYCE, which is roughly the same price point as the AYCE Brazilian steakhouses. The AYCE includes everything except dessert and drinks. Alcoholic drinks are priced comparably to the Brazilian steakhouses (e. G. , $2-$3 a beer). One interesting alcoholic option they have is the Capri Soju. Didn't try it myself but it's apparently an alcohol take on the old Capri Sun drinks. Will have to try it next time.
At these Korean BBQ joints, they have a stove at the center of each table where you cook your own meats (waiter will help you cook if needed). Besides the meats they have appetizers that they cook in their kitchen for you, such as spicy pork tacos (which I had and thought were very yummy) and crispy chicken, also included in the AYCE deal.
It's a similar atmosphere, but a bit more new / modern than the Brazilian steakhouses. As a warning, the restaurant is also a bit less friendly to non-Spanish speakers. All the waiters I've ever had at the steakhouses spoke at least a little bit of English. While the lady who escorted me to my seat spoke good English, none of the waiters they had really spoke any English. Regardless, wasn't difficult to order and thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Given my preference for spicy foods I'll probably be going here going forward. No more Mr. Pampas or Churrascaria Do Brasil for me LOL.
260 Grados is off General General Rodolfo Sánchez Boulevard in Plaza Minarete, across the street from Sam's Club. In between the Cinemex and IHOP.
Captain Solo
03-14-22, 18:50
Jackie,
Just like in California, Tijuana restaurants may not have license to sell alcohol, but clients have the right to bring their own booze and drink with their food. This is Western world, not Mecca. It's perfectly legal, reasonable and ethical. We do it openly every time in restaurants without license to sell alcohol, in both California and Tijuana. A few AYCE buffets in SoCal have excellent seafood but no alcohol. We bring our own beers regularly and never had problems.
In California even in restaurants with license to sell alcohol, if we have large banquets, we would negotiate bringing our own alcohols to cut down on drink costs. Even large hotels and resorts in California make deals regarding bringing alcohols for large parties.
Al Capone has no alcohol. We would buy beers from the corner store and they welcome us to drink our own booze with their food. Mariscos Choforo welcomes us to bring in beers. Mariscos LE Llamos has fresh oyster and beers, but not the brands we like. So we bring in own own favorite brands with their approval. They also store away our excess beers in the fridge as we return every week. Of course we give these places generous tips to accommodate our taste, way more than any profit selling their own beers.
I even brought an opened bottle of Don Julio 1942 to Churrascaria do Brasil to see how good it is with Brazilian BBQ. The manager came to look at it and agreed to let us drink as they do not sell expensive Tequilas. Of course I had to give him a propina on the spot.
I have never seen locals stupid enough like a tacky loser, who wines and dines old, fat, ugly, retired putas, who looks like a squirrel, and is proud of her hehe.
It is kinda strange that they have no beer. That's kinda like a staple food in Tijuana.
Captain Solo
03-14-22, 20:15
The meats cooked sizzling hot of the grill are just way more delicious than all other ways to serve meats.
$14 is a very good deal for AYCE sizzling steaks with all the spicy side dishes. $2 beers in these places are just way too cheap. Korean BBQs in California will charge $8-10 for a beer and $20-32 for a soju.
Nice, dry, warm weather, delicious food very inexpensive, exotic culture, laid back, friendly people, hot girls, good sex, cheap entertainment. Why are you guys not moving to Tijuana? I know a few guys who are giving up everything they grow up with in other parts of the country, including wives, kids, parents, in laws, relatives, friends, neighbors, moving to Tijuana or right next to the border hehe. They are surprised that romantic, personal, professional, familial, spiritual ect relationships can be made quickly with some $ propinas hehe.
Yeah, so 260 Grados is going to be my new go-to all-you-can-eat restaurant in Tijuana. Love Mr. Pampas and Churrascaria Do Brasil but this AYCE spot is Korean BBQ so has more spicy options, which is much more to my liking. $280 pesos (around $14) for AYCE, which is roughly the same price point as the AYCE Brazilian steakhouses. The AYCE includes everything except dessert and drinks. Alcoholic drinks are priced comparably to the Brazilian steakhouses (e. G. , $2-$3 a beer). One interesting alcoholic option they have is the Capri Soju. Didn't try it myself but it's apparently an alcohol take on the old Capri Sun drinks. Will have to try it next time.
At these Korean BBQ joints, they have a stove at the center of each table where you cook your own meats (waiter will help you cook if needed). Besides the meats they have appetizers that they cook in their kitchen for you, such as spicy pork tacos (which I had and thought were very yummy) and crispy chicken, also included in the AYCE deal.
It's a similar atmosphere, but a bit more new / modern than the Brazilian steakhouses. As a warning, the restaurant is also a bit less friendly to non-Spanish speakers. All the waiters I've ever had at the steakhouses spoke at least a little bit of English. While the lady who escorted me to my seat spoke good English, none of the waiters they had really spoke any English. Regardless, wasn't difficult to order and thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Given my preference for spicy foods I'll probably be going here going forward. No more Mr. Pampas or Churrascaria Do Brasil for me LOL.
260 Grados is off General General Rodolfo Snchez Boulevard in Plaza Minarete, across the street from Sam's Club. In between the Cinemex and IHOP.Prices are good. But I just hate smelling like Bubogi BBQ beef the rest of the day which is what happens every time I leave a Korean buffet.
Captain Solo
03-15-22, 00:30
Jackie,
For come guys, curry and bubogy BBQ beef smell better than their own natural body odors.
BlackThought
03-15-22, 03:09
For the past couple years La Perla has not been doing much business and changed ownership a few times.
Without high customer volume, it does not have fresh seafood. Fried fish from frozen is about right.
Titos Mariscos on O'Campo corner Calle 6 has a large menu of seafood with fresh fried fish and cheap fish and shrimp tacos. Or you want to walk South to the Cathedral Plaza and try Mariscos Choforo or the few fish taco places next to the church.
Fresh fried fish with just salt / pepper and a squeeze of lime is a delicious way to eat seafood, full of aroma and taste. Mexico City has a few AYCE seafood buffets near La Merced with unlimited fresh cocktails, ceviches, fried fish, shell fish, pasta ect for $10. I like that a lot. Any bro know of any seafood buffet in Tijuana?I'm here at la Perla, just ordered the raw oysters per your recommendation, it's delicious. Thanks captain!
Captain Solo
03-15-22, 18:34
BlackThought.
Yep. Oyster in Tijuana is fresh, juicy and sweet, excellent with onion and cilantro, hot sauce and lime juice. You should also try La Perla's Botanas frias, like shrimp in a vinagrete with slices of red onion and cucumber. Delicious to wash down with beer.
We usually have oyster at Mariscos LE Llamos on Consitucion, large, plum, fresh for $0. 50 a piece. Mexican hot sauces are not so good. We brought bottles of Tabasco, wasabe and sweet and sour fish sauce to make raw oyster even tastier, washed down with beers, Heineken or Bohemia. They also have raw cockles and clams. These guys keep our condiments and excess beers in their fridge since we go there every week.
I drove down to Ensenada with a couple friends for the Baja1000 race, staying at hotel Santa Tomas next to the burned-out putas Bar Anthony. There were lots of girls, guys and families partying on the street before and after the race. We would walk over to the fish market, buy bags of clams, oysters, shrimp, fresh fish and grill them on the balcony, drinking and eating delicious fresh seas food all day.
Cold oysters and hot pussies are good for your health hehe.
BlackThought
03-17-22, 05:18
BlackThought.
I drove down to Ensenada with a couple friends for the Baja1000 race, staying at hotel Santa Tomas next to the burned-out putas Bar Anthony. There were lots of girls, guys and families partying on the street before and after the race. We would walk over to the fish market, buy bags of clams, oysters, shrimp, fresh fish and grill them on the balcony, drinking and eating delicious fresh seas food all day.
Cold oysters and hot pussies are good for your health hehe.The fried tilapia that my friend ordered from La Perla smelled like the HK chicas pussy. I ran into two fishy pussy this visit, it's like I can't avoid them! We need to invent some tool that can detect fishy pussies to save mongers from this traumatizing experience.
Are you sure it's called LE llamos? I tried finding it in google map but could not find it. Been trying the oyster cart next to HK.
BlackThought.
Yep. Oyster in Tijuana is fresh, juicy and sweet, excellent with onion and cilantro, hot sauce and lime juice. You should also try La Perla's Botanas frias, like shrimp in a vinagrete with slices of red onion and cucumber. Delicious to wash down with beer.
We usually have oyster at Mariscos LE Llamos on Consitucion, large, plum, fresh for $0. 50 a piece. Mexican hot sauces are not so good. We brought bottles of Tabasco, wasabe and sweet and sour fish sauce to make raw oyster even tastier, washed down with beers, Heineken or Bohemia. They also have raw cockles and clams. These guys keep our condiments and excess beers in their fridge since we go there every week.
I drove down to Ensenada with a couple friends for the Baja1000 race, staying at hotel Santa Tomas next to the burned-out putas Bar Anthony. There were lots of girls, guys and families partying on the street before and after the race. We would walk over to the fish market, buy bags of clams, oysters, shrimp, fresh fish and grill them on the balcony, drinking and eating delicious fresh seas food all day.
Cold oysters and hot pussies are good for your health hehe.
Captain Solo
03-18-22, 21:01
Sperten.
Mariscos LE Llamos was the last operator's name. He's gone now, taking the canvas sign with him. It's a no name hole in the wall on Constitucion, about 5 doors South of hotel Irma, and across the street from hotels Korea and Nilo.
It's run by the son of the old mariscos man on Ninos Heroes on weekends. On week days another father and son duo runs it. Both charge very reasonable prices for fresh mariscos with tables to sit and a tiny banos to wash up.
Captain Solo
03-18-22, 21:14
BlackThoughts.
Sorry to hear about your HK's rotten pussies. 2 dead-fish pussies in a row can destroy your faiths in civilization.
We need to know their names and descriptions to avoid them.
There are no ways to check pussies' odor unless you can stick a finger deep inside the vaginas. Even then the dead fish juice would only ooze out when the girls get aroused and start lubricating. Damn disgusting problem.
I have done many HK girls and can point out a few with persistent odor problems. Other spinners I did recently like Camerun, Estephanie, Frieda, Krystal, Sasha, Ludia, Paola, ect had no odor.
Or you may want to try street girls. I have not been hit with any dead fish pussies on the street for 18 years.
BlackThought
03-19-22, 16:33
BlackThoughts.
Sorry to hear about your HK's rotten pussies. 2 dead-fish pussies in a row can destroy your faiths in civilization.
We need to know their names and descriptions to avoid them.
There are no ways to check pussies' odor unless you can stick a finger deep inside the vaginas. Even then the dead fish juice would only ooze out when the girls get aroused and start lubricating. Damn disgusting problem.
I have done many HK girls and can point out a few with persistent odor problems. Other spinners I did recently like Camerun, Estephanie, Frieda, Krystal, Sasha, Ludia, Paola, ect had no odor.
Or you may want to try street girls. I have not been hit with any dead fish pussies on the street for 18 years.The one with one of the smelliest pussy gave me her Instagram, I forgot her stripper name as I'm terrible with names. I will DM you the link to her Instagram, do not want to publicly shame her here as she's pretty cool unlike the first fishy pussy HK puta (Freija from Mexico City, blond hair, fake tits, fake ass) that drugged me jaja.
For a sec I thought you were talking about pussy. LOL.
BlackThought.
Yep. Oyster in Tijuana is fresh, juicy and sweet, excellent with onion and cilantro, hot sauce and lime juice. You should also try La Perla's Botanas frias, like shrimp in a vinagrete with slices of red onion and cucumber. Delicious to wash down with beer.
We usually have oyster at Mariscos LE Llamos on Consitucion, large, plum, fresh for $0. 50 a piece. Mexican hot sauces are not so good. We brought bottles of Tabasco, wasabe and sweet and sour fish sauce to make raw oyster even tastier, washed down with beers, Heineken or Bohemia. They also have raw cockles and clams. These guys keep our condiments and excess beers in their fridge since we go there every week.
I drove down to Ensenada with a couple friends for the Baja1000 race, staying at hotel Santa Tomas next to the burned-out putas Bar Anthony. There were lots of girls, guys and families partying on the street before and after the race. We would walk over to the fish market, buy bags of clams, oysters, shrimp, fresh fish and grill them on the balcony, drinking and eating delicious fresh seas food all day..
Captain Solo
04-05-22, 18:37
5 of us took an UBER from HK to 260 Grados about 5 PM Sunday. It's on the main blvd Taboada, 1 block South of Mr. Pampas.
A nice, clean, modern place, costs only 260 pesos or $13 AYCE for cuts of beef and pork. The charred and smoky beef smelled delicious. It's cheap so very popular. About 20 couples were waiting in front of us. The mesera said about 1 hour wait. I offered her $20 to take us in early. She was tempted but told us to wait.
The guys were anxious to eat and go back to La Zona, so we walked 1 block North to Mr. Pampas. We had a good salad bar with all kinds of pasta, shell fish, beef tartare with all cuts of meat served sizzling hot at the table. The Picanha top sirloin in medium rare was juicy, delicious; the prime ribs were tender, melt in your mouth, with a charred fat cap. Dinner with beer and tips costed $120 for 5 so $24 a piece. Beers should be $2. There was no sign of the week night discount. Chalk it up to CoVid.
I would have waited a little longer for 260 Grados. $13 is a very good deal so it was popular. A bro was grumpy that he missed the Sojus hehe. Avoid this place at dinner time on weekends. Week nights should have minimum wait.
Captain Solo
04-05-22, 18:51
Speshilk.
The food is also a good reason to go to Tijuana. Everything is fresh and spicy.
The HK taco stand serves some of the best beef and pork tacos in Mexico, $1. 25 a piece. A noob ordered 4 tacos, thinking they were as tiny as Taco Bell's, but they were about twice or three times as big. He was struggling with the third tacos and gave up, gave the last one to a woman with child.
Mariscos El Choforo serves a deliccious combo seafood, quesadilla, consomme and soda for $3.50.260 Korean Grill and Bar AYCE for $13. Mr. Pampas and Churrascaris do Brasil in Zona Rio for $20.
We would go to La Zona's bars, drink and party, go to dinner, then come back to party some more.
About 10 minutes from HK just south of downtown is a cool restaurant area. Last Sunday afternoon we were trying to eat at some other trendy 206 xxxx something place which I can't remember the name but didn't want to wait 1 HR+ at about 5 pm. Mr. Pampas do Brazil was really good! Only like $20. Unbelievable. They also had live entertainment. Best part was just being able to talk across the table with other bro's instead of yelling in HK where you can't hear shit and who can really focus on a conversation with all those beautiful girls walking around!
Should do that more often as it's great to learn from others experience about mongering around the world. Thanks to CAP for networking the bro's together.
G.
Where would realllly goo sushi be?
5 of us took an UBER from HK to 260 Grados about 5 PM Sunday. I would have waited a little longer for 260 Grados. $13 is a very good deal so it was popular. A bro was grumpy that he missed the Sojus hehe. Avoid this place at dinner time on weekends. Week nights should have minimum wait.Captain, in it is worth the wait, my favorite restaurant in Tijuana ATM.
BrotherMouzone
04-06-22, 17:47
Captain, in it is worth the wait, my favorite restaurant in Tijuana ATM.Yeah, 260 Grados is my new favorite Tijuana restaurant as well. Mr. Pampas and Churrasco do Brasil have actually been dropped from my rotation for the moment LOL (and I love both places).
Where would realllly goo sushi be?There's a difference between your title - "Best Sushi" and your question - "where is really good sushi?
The "best" might be at Wasabi, on Sanchez Taboada. But best sushi in Tijuana is like being the fattest Red Hot Chili Pepper. It's a very low bar.
Really good sushi? Not in Tijuana.
BrotherMouzone
04-06-22, 18:00
About 10 minutes from HK just south of downtown is a cool restaurant area. Last Sunday afternoon we were trying to eat at some other trendy 206 xxxx something place which I can't remember the name but didn't want to wait 1 HR+ at about 5 pm. Mr. Pampas do Brazil was really good! Only like $20. Unbelievable. They also had live entertainment. Best part was just being able to talk across the table with other bro's instead of yelling in HK where you can't hear shit and who can really focus on a conversation with all those beautiful girls walking around!
Should do that more often as it's great to learn from others experience about mongering around the world. Thanks to CAP for networking the bro's together.
G.Yeah, there are a bunch of other nice restaurants in that area. Two that I really, really like: 1) La Espadana (was actually recommended to me by a Mexican-American sports celebrity whose name I won't reveal for privacy reasons) and 2) Palominos Steakhouse.
There's a difference between your title - "Best Sushi" and your question - "where is really good sushi?
The "best" might be at Wasabi, on Sanchez Taboada. But best sushi in Tijuana is like being the fattest Red Hot Chili Pepper. It's a very low bar.
Really good sushi? Not in Tijuana.I had someone say La Posta was pretty good, but. The WWW page didn't convince me.
Wasabi looks way better.
I had someone say La Posta was pretty good, but. The WWW page didn't convince me.
Wasabi looks way better.My GF got food poisoning at Postal Otay a few years ago. Her throat got numb, she couldn't swallow, had to rush off to the emergency room. Por eso, we avoid Postal like the plague.
I love the carts in Zona Norte and Tacos El Franc, but if I'm looking to impress friends (who have no connection to the mongering life) with living the high life in Tijuana at cheaper rates, where would you go?
Caesar's with its history? I imagine a steak house or sushi place would probably be the best bet since those places are traditionally spendy, but my friends are seafood people too. I'm looking for super-clean-type places, a little Montezuma's revenge would cause them to be not as impressed.
I love the carts in Zona Norte and Tacos El Franc, but if I'm looking to impress friends (who have no connection to the mongering life) with living the high life in Tijuana at cheaper rates, where would you go?
Caesar's with its history? I imagine a steak house or sushi place would probably be the best bet since those places are traditionally spendy, but my friends are seafood people too. I'm looking for super-clean-type places, a little Montezuma's revenge would cause them to be not as impressed.Best overall in town. Mision 19. Honorable mention. Lorenza.
Best seafood. You'll get an argument but for my money it's Lionfish. Erizo Market is also very good.
Best overall experience. Animalon in Valle de Guadalupe.
Best pizza. Caccio. Honorable mention. El Hornero.
Best steak. El Grill.
John Clayton
04-06-22, 20:14
...Caesar's with its history? Nothing super bad about Caesar's. Just kind of dark, dated and 1960's. Try Misión19.
Captain Solo
04-06-22, 20:59
I want to hit this Korean BBQ again for those delicious AYCE cuts of beef, pork and seafood, plus their spicy kim chi side dishes.
https://www.facebook.com/260team/
260 Grados takes no reservation. We need to leave OC by noon and arrive in Tijuana about 2 PM for early dinner to avoid the big dinner crowd. After dinner we should be back to La Zona and ready to party with the chicas by 5 PM.
Any bros want to join us please let me know.
I love the carts in Zona Norte and Tacos El Franc, but if I'm looking to impress friends (who have no connection to the mongering life) with living the high life in Tijuana at cheaper rates, where would you go?
Caesar's with its history? I imagine a steak house or sushi place would probably be the best bet since those places are traditionally spendy, but my friends are seafood people too. I'm looking for super-clean-type places, a little Montezuma's revenge would cause them to be not as impressed.Caesars IS good food however.
AmorPorFavor
04-07-22, 02:00
Caesars IS good food however.Go to Paseo Chapultepec, there are 3 good high end restaurants on the second floor. Also parking.
Best overall in town. Mision 19. Honorable mention. Lorenza.
Best seafood. You'll get an argument but for my money it's Lionfish. Erizo Market is also very good.
Best overall experience. Animalon in Valle de Guadalupe.
Best pizza. Caccio. Honorable mention. El Hornero.
Best steak. El Grill.Are most of these places new? I've always been a creature of habit and stuck to Villa Saverios back in the day. When I hooked up with the ex we didn't have much money to she was happy just going to get tacos so we didn't explore many new places.
I have heard that the culinary scene in Valle de Guadalupe is great but doubt most are willing to make the drive.
...Really good sushi? Not in Tijuana.I agree! I would never think about eating sushi in Tijuana, Ceviche maybe.
I agree! I would never think about eating sushi in Tijuana, Ceviche maybe.Well, the lady with the great tits wants sushi. So. There ya go. .
Well, the lady with the great tits wants sushi. So. There ya go. .From my experience, the chicas are used to Mexican-sushi. Kinda like American girls liking California rolls. Neither are really sushi. So I would ask her or other chicas what she heard are good sushi restaurants. She may get pissed that you tried to give her raw uncooked fish at a fake sushi restaurant, and retaliate by hiding those great tits from you.
Captain Solo
04-08-22, 00:01
The lady with great tits also has a big fishy pussy.
Some escorts and HK girls smell worse than the fish market at the end of the day.
Are most of these places new? I've always been a creature of habit and stuck to Villa Saverios back in the day. When I hooked up with the ex we didn't have much money to she was happy just going to get tacos so we didn't explore many new places.
I have heard that the culinary scene in Valle de Guadalupe is great but doubt most are willing to make the drive.Animalon was OK with seating under a large tree. Great service with wine pairings, but food was meh. Loved the dessert. Mission 19 is similar with chef tasting menu. Both places were 5-6 courses that offer wine pairings and usually end up with a $200 + bill. I will have to try Lorenza.
A great ceviche joint is off blvd fundadores called desde Navalato or something similar, not sure exact name. Lion fish is good as well. For steak I prefer Bodega 8, but haven't been to El grill. Another good steak place is on New Plaza among the various other small restaurants. I don't recall the name, but it was expensive. I have more restaurant reviews, but don't get on here as often. Enjoy the food!
The lady with great tits also has a big fishy pussy.You need help.
Some escorts and HK girls smell worse than the fish market at the end of the day.Sounds like your vetting process. TBH.
Are most of these places new? I've always been a creature of habit and stuck to Villa Saverios back in the day. When I hooked up with the ex we didn't have much money to she was happy just going to get tacos so we didn't explore many new places.
I have heard that the culinary scene in Valle de Guadalupe is great but doubt most are willing to make the drive.Animalon is pretty new. Caccio maybe within the last 3 or 4 years. The remainder have been around for years and years.
From my experience, the chicas are used to Mexican-sushi. Kinda like American girls liking California rolls. Neither are really sushi. So I would ask her or other chicas what she heard are good sushi restaurants. She may get pissed that you tried to give her raw uncooked fish at a fake sushi restaurant, and retaliate by hiding those great tits from you.Most "average" places are really heavy on the rolls, and most of them are crammed with "Filadelfia. " The Mexicans love their cream cheese. IMO a little goes a very long way when it's put into sushi.
Most "average" places are really heavy on the rolls, and most of them are crammed with "Filadelfia. " The Mexicans love their cream cheese. IMO a little goes a very long way when it's put into sushi.I have yet to find a decent sushi joint in Tijuana. The one in Plaza Chapultepec is the worst and is supposedly a "popular" sushi joint throughout Mexico. Tobu on aqua caliente is decent and a good price. Sushi Tei is decent and their micheladas are wonderful, but I think it is a cash only establishment. I will have to do a better job of providing food reviews.
You need help.
Sounds like your vetting process. TBH.I really can't stand a fishy pussy, the few times I had it happen to me I was turned off from the zona for over a month, then I got horny again and returned to play Russian Roulette with the stank puss LOL.
I tried El grill and their 500 gram USDA ribeye which was delicious. The shrimp wrapped in bacon was just ok and the mixed drinks had plenty of alcohol and I couldn't finish it since they must have done a heavy pour with the mezcal. The tuna ceviche was just okay. The best part is the service and the rib-eye. Also got the chocolate lava cake with ice cream and it wasn't as impressive as the reviews from Yelp. The bill was close to $200 with the tip. I would repeat just for the ribeye, but try some other dishes in future.
I got a grande pizza, pasta, and chicken wings. The pizza was the best as I've never had one made with sourdough. The pizza was good quality. The chicken wings and pasta were just average. I would recommend for the pizza and the grande was like 350 peso. Not sure if that is expensive for Tijuana, but I felt it was good value. I prefer quality over quantity.
Also went to Pockets billiard sports bar. I got some nachos with steak which was good, micheladas, and mango chamoy margarita. I recommend for hours of fun if you prefer a break from mongering. It is in Zona Rio.
So what are the street food-carts that guys should try in the Zona Norte? And what food carts should guys avoid?
My favorite (and most people) is the taco cart across from La Perla on the HK corner. It's been there forever. Has tons of people so it's relatively safe.
My avoidance is the taco cart over by bar Valentina. One of my favorite chicas got food poisoning there months back and if a local chica can get Montezuma's revenge, I can.
I got a grande pizza, pasta, and chicken wings. The pizza was the best as I've never had one made with sourdough. The pizza was good quality. The chicken wings and pasta were just average. I would recommend for the pizza and the grande was like 350 peso. Not sure if that is expensive for Tijuana, but I felt it was good value. I prefer quality over quantity.
Also went to Pockets billiard sports bar. I got some nachos with steak which was good, micheladas, and mango chamoy margarita. I recommend for hours of fun if you prefer a break from mongering. It is in Zona Rio.I will be down to Tijuana after next week to meet my girl. I will. Have to check it out for sure. Thanks for the report.
BrotherMouzone
05-11-22, 20:14
Any of why'all have recommendations on breweries? Will be around this weekend and looking to try some new ones. These are the ones I'm already very familiar with: Border Psycho, Mamut, Norte, Ludica Artesenal, Playami, Insurgente Tap Room, BCB Tasting Room.
So any recommendations on highly-regarded breweries folks might have other than the ones listed above would be very much appreciated, thanks! I prefer lactose-sweetened sours and high ABV IPAs but any popular spot with a solid selection will do.
AfternoonSnack
05-12-22, 16:26
Any of why'all have recommendations on breweries? Will be around this weekend and looking to try some new ones. These are the ones I'm already very familiar with: Border Psycho, Mamut, Norte, Ludica Artesenal, Playami, Insurgente Tap Room, BCB Tasting Room.
So any recommendations on highly-regarded breweries folks might have other than the ones listed above would be very much appreciated, thanks! I prefer lactose-sweetened sours and high ABV IPAs but any popular spot with a solid selection will do.That's a good list. I'd just add Teorema on Revolucion. Good beer and a chill place to hang out, especially upstairs.
Any of why'all have recommendations on breweries? Will be around this weekend and looking to try some new ones. These are the ones I'm already very familiar with: Border Psycho, Mamut, Norte, Ludica Artesenal, Playami, Insurgente Tap Room, BCB Tasting Room.
So any recommendations on highly-regarded breweries folks might have other than the ones listed above would be very much appreciated, thanks! I prefer lactose-sweetened sours and high ABV IPAs but any popular spot with a solid selection will do.I drove by a beer hall on Aqua Caliente near the tower and I know Telefonica food court has large silver tanks and think they brew it on site.
LuvMexicanas
05-28-22, 20:30
In Centro just a couple blocks away from Ticuan is this great breakfast joint. Prices are very fair and the food is on point. I ordered the juevos con machaca which was excellent. Pretty good coffee too.
Any of why'all have recommendations on breweries? Will be around this weekend and looking to try some new ones. These are the ones I'm already very familiar with: Border Psycho, Mamut, Norte, Ludica Artesenal, Playami, Insurgente Tap Room, BCB Tasting Room.
So any recommendations on highly-regarded breweries folks might have other than the ones listed above would be very much appreciated, thanks! I prefer lactose-sweetened sours and high ABV IPAs but any popular spot with a solid selection will do.For those of you looking to get away from the Zona and are beer fans they are having the Tijuana Beer Fest on June 11th thru 13th. It will be at the Caliente Stadium parking lot. Will have Tijuana beers along with some San Diego beers.
I visited the beach on Friday and enjoyed multiple sticks of 6 large BBQ shrimp on a stick. Simply delicious.
They shrimp are cooked & served with shell on the them. Nicely seasoned. Yummy!
Many vendors walk along the beach selling these shrimp kabobs.
6 good sized shrimp for 50 pesos ($2.50) - cheaper than cost of raw shrimp here.
If you can spare the time I recommend this.
BTW. Uber to the beach is under $5. And only $1 if you take the mini-vans which act like a bus service.
Captain Solo
06-05-22, 17:48
Went to 260 Grados Saturday night about 7 PM for dinner. This place is very popular. The line was long, about 100 people ahead of us. I asked the woman holding the wait list. She said she did not know how long. I figured we were already there so we should wait.
After 2 hours my name was called, went inside waited 15 minutes to be seated. Sat at a table, waited another 15 minutes, nobody was taking order. The place was playing very loud Mexican Techno music. Lost of families with children were dining, moving to the music. I am talking about loud music near near HK loud level. Damn.
Another 15 minutes a guy came by to take order. The place was pretty hectic and chaotic. Dinner now costs 280 pesos or about $15, only a dozen appetizers with a dozen meats and shrimp entrees, beers $2, cocktails $6. I ordered 2 appetizers, some beef, pork, shrimp, salad. The Cajun shrimp was mushy, rehydrated, not fresh. Rib eye steak was good, brisket was sliced too thin and too salty, bulgogi and marinade pork bellies were way too sweet, inedible. The Korean side dishes, kimchi and salad never showed up. There was no dipping sauce.
Dinner with a beer and tip costed $18. With $15 for RT UBER rides it costed about the same as the best KBBQs in OC and LA which serve much larger and better selections of meats and fresh seafood, without the long wait. By the time I got back to La Zona, I had been gone 4 hours, damn. Mr Pampas and Churrascaria do Brasil cost $24 but have much larger selections of meats and seafood, plus a huge salad bar and you get seated quickly.
I would never go back to 260 Grados.
Went to 260 Grados Saturday night about 7 PM for dinner. This place is very popular. The line was long, about 100 people ahead of us. I asked the woman holding the wait list. She said she did not know how long. I figured we were already there so we should wait.
After 2 hours my name was called, went inside waited 15 minutes to be seated. Sat at a table, waited another 15 minutes, nobody was taking order. The place was playing very loud Mexican Techno music. Lost of families with children were dining, moving to the music. I am talking about loud music near near HK loud level. Damn.
Another 15 minutes a guy came by to take order. The place was pretty hectic and chaotic. Dinner now costs 280 pesos or about $15, only a dozen appetizers with a dozen meats and shrimp entrees, beers $2, cocktails $6. I ordered 2 appetizers, some beef, pork, shrimp, salad. The Cajun shrimp was mushy, rehydrated, not fresh. Rib eye steak was good, brisket was sliced too thin and too salty, bulgogi and marinade pork bellies were way too sweet, inedible. The Korean side dishes, kimchi and salad never showed up. There was no dipping sauce.
Dinner with a beer and tip costed $18. With $15 for rt uber rides it costed about the same as the best KBBQs in OC and LA which serve much larger and better selections of meats and fresh seafood, without the long wait. By the time I got back to La Zona, I had been gone 4 hours, damn. Mr Pampas and Churrascaria do Brasil cost $24 but have much larger selections of meats and seafood, plus a huge salad bar and you get seated quickly.
I would never go back to 260 Grados.Best bet is not go during traditional hours for lunch or dinner and especially during weekend. I usually go around 2-3 pm midweek and never have issues. I need to keep up on food reviews, but nothing memorable sticks out in my mind. The Pampas with underground parking is the best in town and the only Churrascaria I've been to was the one in Galerias Hippodromo. It is just ok, but service is good at both locations.
I do recall going to Ensenada last week and a good restaurant is Boule. Every dish was great, fast service, and reasonably priced. The owner even comes out to see if everything is to your liking. It is outdoor seating and they have a sand pit with some ball game. I just went for the food.
Went to 260 Grados Saturday night about 7 PM for dinner. This place is very popular. The line was long, about 100 people ahead of us. I asked the woman holding the wait list. She said she did not know how long. I figured we were already there so we should wait.
After 2 hours my name was called, went inside waited 15 minutes to be seated. Sat at a table, waited another 15 minutes, nobody was taking order. The place was playing very loud Mexican Techno music. Lost of families with children were dining, moving to the music. I am talking about loud music near near HK loud level. Damn.
Another 15 minutes a guy came by to take order. The place was pretty hectic and chaotic. Dinner now costs 280 pesos or about $15, only a dozen appetizers with a dozen meats and shrimp entrees, beers $2, cocktails $6. I ordered 2 appetizers, some beef, pork, shrimp, salad. The Cajun shrimp was mushy, rehydrated, not fresh. Rib eye steak was good, brisket was sliced too thin and too salty, bulgogi and marinade pork bellies were way too sweet, inedible. The Korean side dishes, kimchi and salad never showed up. There was no dipping sauce.
Dinner with a beer and tip costed $18. With $15 for rt uber rides it costed about the same as the best KBBQs in OC and LA which serve much larger and better selections of meats and fresh seafood, without the long wait. By the time I got back to La Zona, I had been gone 4 hours, damn. Mr Pampas and Churrascaria do Brasil cost $24 but have much larger selections of meats and seafood, plus a huge salad bar and you get seated quickly.
I would never go back to 260 Grados.Captain I went last week I agree their shrimp are old and muchy, they should just serve some frozen shrimp or just get rid of them. The quality has went downhill since the first time I went there.
I was looking forward to one of these days eating there with you. When we meet up one of these days, luckily there are plenty of other places to eat at. Drink and swap tales with the "Candy homies". Later, luvchicas.
BrotherMouzone
06-06-22, 00:37
Went to 260 Grados Saturday night about 7 PM for dinner. This place is very popular. The line was long, about 100 people ahead of us. I asked the woman holding the wait list. She said she did not know how long. I figured we were already there so we should wait.
After 2 hours my name was called, went inside waited 15 minutes to be seated. Sat at a table, waited another 15 minutes, nobody was taking order. The place was playing very loud Mexican Techno music. Lost of families with children were dining, moving to the music. I am talking about loud music near near HK loud level. Damn.
Another 15 minutes a guy came by to take order. The place was pretty hectic and chaotic. Dinner now costs 280 pesos or about $15, only a dozen appetizers with a dozen meats and shrimp entrees, beers $2, cocktails $6. I ordered 2 appetizers, some beef, pork, shrimp, salad. The Cajun shrimp was mushy, rehydrated, not fresh. Rib eye steak was good, brisket was sliced too thin and too salty, bulgogi and marinade pork bellies were way too sweet, inedible. The Korean side dishes, kimchi and salad never showed up. There was no dipping sauce.
Dinner with a beer and tip costed $18. With $15 for RT UBER rides it costed about the same as the best KBBQs in OC and LA which serve much larger and better selections of meats and fresh seafood, without the long wait. By the time I got back to La Zona, I had been gone 4 hours, damn. Mr Pampas and Churrascaria do Brasil cost $24 but have much larger selections of meats and seafood, plus a huge salad bar and you get seated quickly.
I would never go back to 260 Grados.What day and time of the week did you go? Wouldn't write the place off after one bad experience. From your previous posts it seems you'd been a few other times and loved it. My personal favorite food spot in Tijuana now and will continue to go.
LuvMexicanas
06-06-22, 06:10
I understand it's much cheaper, but anyone living in SoCal eating Korean BBQ in Tijuana is a head scratcher. Those who understand the quality of Korean cuisine from LA to San Diego know this.
Captain Solo
06-06-22, 13:58
LucChicas.
For a few more bucks, Mr. Pampas and Churr do Brasil offer far more classy dining experience with much better selection of meat and seafood. We can go there.
Don't know what country you are in now. When you get back to Tijuana let's hang out and compare notes on our hot sexy trips.
I want to take a trip to a couple good mongering cities in Mexico, Monterrey, Cancun, Oaxxaca, Guadalajara, Matzalan. Can fly nonstop from Tijuana to all those cities cheap, total airfare less than $250. Would be nice to meet the bros who hang out in those cities. Any bro want to go, let me know.
Damn Capitan, sorry to hear about 260.
I was looking forward to one of these days eating there with you. When we meet up one of these days, luckily there are plenty of other places to eat at. Drink and swap tales with the "Candy homies". Later, luvchicas.
Captain Solo
06-06-22, 14:09
Mouzone,
You remember wrong. I went with 4 other bros one afternoon but did not want to wait, and just walked over to Mr. Pampas. Lucky we did not wait as it would drag out to 2 hours. This time I went at 7 Sunday night.
260 Grados is way worse than KBBQs in LA and OC in both service and menu. Tripe and intestine were on the menu, which I did not try. Unbelievable how Mexicans seemed to enjoy their meals with that loud music. You have to shout across the table for conversation.
As predicted, I smelled like grilled meats from head to toe after the meal.
What day and time of the week did you go? Wouldn't write the place off after one bad experience. From your previous posts it seems you'd been a few other times and loved it. My personal favorite food spot in Tijuana now and will continue to go.
Went to 260 Grados Saturday night about 7 PM for dinner. This place is very popular. The line was long, about 100 people ahead of us. I asked the woman holding the wait list. She said she did not know how long. I figured we were already there so we should wait.
After 2 hours my name was called, went inside waited 15 minutes to be seated. Sat at a table, waited another 15 minutes, nobody was taking order. The place was playing very loud Mexican Techno music. Lost of families with children were dining, moving to the music. I am talking about loud music near near HK loud level. Damn.
Another 15 minutes a guy came by to take order. The place was pretty hectic and chaotic. Dinner now costs 280 pesos or about $15, only a dozen appetizers with a dozen meats and shrimp entrees, beers $2, cocktails $6. I ordered 2 appetizers, some beef, pork, shrimp, salad. The Cajun shrimp was mushy, dehydrated, not fresh. Rib eye steak was good, brisket was sliced too thin and too salty, bulgogi and marinade pork bellies were way too sweet, inedible. The Korean side dishes, kimchi and salad never showed up. There was no dipping sauce.
Dinner with a beer and tip costed $18. With $15 for rt uber rides it costed about the same as the best BBQs in OC and LA which serve much larger and better selections of meats and fresh seafood, without the long wait. By the time I got back to La Zona, I had been gone 4 hours, damn. Mr Pampas and Churrascaria do Brasil cost $24 but have much larger selections of meats and seafood, plus a huge salad bar and you get seated quickly.
I would never go back to 260 Grados.Damn. 2 hours in Tijuana without a chica sitting on my lap. I think I would have had serious withdrawal symptoms.
I generally avoid any restaurants without ample peer competition. Too few Korean BBQ in Tijuana to keep the quality honest.
Captain Solo
06-07-22, 07:41
Jackie,
I got talking to local people waiting in line, a few very attractive girls and women, so it was not too boring. The women were not sitting on my lap, but they were interesting.
Don't see how anyone can compete pricewise with 260 Grados' $15 AYCE and $2 beers. I probably ate 3 pounds of meat. The place clearly target the low price mass market. They should raise the price to $20 to cut down waiting time and make more profit. KBBQ in OC and LA are $28-30 with $6 beers and $12 sojus. Should have tried the tripe and intestines, but what I tried in LA's KBBQ were just too gamy for my taste.
Perhaps you can start a new KBBQ, $12 AYCE with pretty K girls sitting on your lap feeding you food lovingly. I would go there every day. The you will capture the entire market in Tijuana. Let me train all your K waitresses for you.
Captain Solo
06-09-22, 00:14
Only this location has week night discount $15 dinner $2. 50 beers, weekend $19, same price as Mr Pampas.
Tuesday night took $7 you ber ride from la zona, got seated immediately. The place was about 70 PC occupied, a few parties celebrating, singing ballads.
Salad bar was excellent with fresh greens, cheeses, pasta ect. I took a couple round of the red and raw steak tartare, man, so tasty. Figured out they marinade in vinaigrette and sesame oil, masking the bloody odor of raw meat while keeping all the ri.
Captain Solo
06-09-22, 00:23
Only this location has week night discount $15 dinner $2. 50 beers, weekend $19, same price as Mr Pampas.
Tuesday night took $7 you ber ride from la zona, got seated immediately. The place was about 70 PC occupied, a few parties celebrating, singing ballads.
Salad bar was excellent with fresh greens, cheeses, pasta ect. I took a couple round of the red and raw steak tartare, man, so tasty. Figured out they marinade in vinaigrette and sesame oil, masking the bloody odor of raw meat while keeping all the rich taste.
I got about 20 servings of meats and sea food, so stuffed and do worth it, but missing the large slab of tender prime rib in pampas, still an excellent feast.
2 young Korean sisters, young and hot, were dining at next table. They gulped down lots of good plus a pitcher or red hibiscus drink. I got talking to them at the end. They were born in mexico, polite, pleasant, giggling but did not give me their tels. Damn, must be blood related to this tough guy Jackie.
Great dinner cheap. Mr Pampas is still better and more popular. With its prime ribs.
Where is a good place to get an American style breakfast while in Tijuana? TIA.
Where is a good place to get an American style breakfast while in Tijuana? TIA.Mexican breakfasts and American breakfasts don't seem to vary much, save for tortillas instead of bread. So, I assume you mean eggs, a pork product, and bread. Ticuan has a good breakfast menu, their Eggs Benedict are quite good. Ricardo's has decent breakfasts. Almost every mid-to-upper-range hotel has a decent breakfast. You can ask for something besides beans as a side dish if you simply cannot abide them. All will offer toast or tortillas. Most Mexican coffee is good, some better than others.
If you want a buffet, the Grand Hotel has a killer on on Sundays. Pueblo Amigo has one, too, or at least they did pre-Covid. Ticuan has one, but I think it sucks. I'm in the minority. I prefer Ticuan's regular breakfast menu and I eat it semi-regularly. They have very good omelets.
Warning: a breakfast sausage in Mexico is essentially a hot dog. Unless you like hot dogs for breakfast, don't order them. Stick with bacon or ham. A lot of places use turkey ham, and the menu will usually say so. So, if you have to be American, stick with bacon.
Where is a good place to get an American style breakfast while in Tijuana? TIA.They have Ihop in Tijuana.
Hyatt Place Tijuana has surprisingly tasty steak fajitas. Wasn't expecting much from a hotel kitchen but the fajitas were absolutely worth it with everything on the plate being delicious.
Directly across the street from Hyatt Place Tijuana is Paseo Chapultepec, an open air mall. Paseo Chapultepec is home to two banks and various bars, stores and restaurants. This area is extremely secure with many guards. Tried Bodega 8 in Paseo Chapultepec and it was absolutely delicious. Looks like locals dress up to go here but there doesn't appear to be an enforced dress code. The beets were ridiculously delicious. I had no idea beets could be that tasty and got some strong morning wood the day after. Beets are good for boners. Besides the beets everything served was a hit.
Where is a good place to get an American style breakfast while in Tijuana? TIA.The Pancake House in La Cacho or Zona Rio.
AmorPorFavor
06-20-22, 16:28
Mexican breakfasts and American breakfasts don't seem to vary much, save for tortillas instead of bread. So, I assume you mean eggs, a pork product, and bread. Ticuan has a good breakfast menu, their Eggs Benedict are quite good. Ricardo's has decent breakfasts. Almost every mid-to-upper-range hotel has a decent breakfast. You can ask for something besides beans as a side dish if you simply cannot abide them. All will offer toast or tortillas. Most Mexican coffee is good, some better than others.
If you want a buffet, the Grand Hotel has a killer on on Sundays. Pueblo Amigo has one, too, or at least they did pre-Covid. Ticuan has one, but I think it sucks. I'm in the minority. I prefer Ticuan's regular breakfast menu and I eat it semi-regularly. They have very good omelets.
Warning: a breakfast sausage in Mexico is essentially a hot dog. Unless you like hot dogs for breakfast, don't order them. Stick with bacon or ham. A lot of places use turkey ham, and the menu will usually say so. So, if you have to be American, stick with bacon.I love the eggs benedict at Ticuan. I get it by room service with a large fresh squeezed OJ for less than $15. As good as any anywhere at a fraction of the price.
AmorPorFavor
06-20-22, 16:29
Hyatt Place Tijuana has surprisingly tasty steak fajitas. Wasn't expecting much from a hotel kitchen but the fajitas were absolutely worth it with everything on the plate being delicious.
Directly across the street from Hyatt Place Tijuana is Paseo Chapultepec, an open air mall. Paseo Chapultepec is home to two banks and various bars, stores and restaurants. This area is extremely secure with many guards. Tried Bodega 8 in Paseo Chapultepec and it was absolutely delicious. Looks like locals dress up to go here but there doesn't appear to be an enforced dress code. The beets were ridiculously delicious. I had no idea beets could be that tasty and got some strong morning wood the day after. Beets are good for boners. Besides the beets everything served was a hit.Paseo Chapultepec has 3 other very good high end restaurants as well.
Where is a good place to get an American style breakfast while in Tijuana? TIA.LOL. Pretty much any Mexican restaurant that serves breakfast.
Dude, it is Mexico, not Iraq.
Penetrador
06-21-22, 10:48
Where is a good place to get an American style breakfast while in Tijuana? TIA.Why the fuck would you want anything American when in Mexico where everything is better?
Why the fuck would you want anything American when in Mexico where everything is better?I had a reason I asked the question and it was answered below. Why post on my question if you only want to waste time. I clearly understand about the food in Tijuana. For example one of my favorite places is El Rodeo. However breakfast is my energy for the day meal and I like American style breakfast. My choice!! The last two times I stayed there at the Marriott the breakfast was ok but average at best. So looking for something better!
LOL. Pretty much any Mexican restaurant that serves breakfast.
Dude, it is Mexico, not Iraq.Yes but I'm picky about my breakfast that's the most important meal of the day. And I like a good quality breakfast. Last two time in Tijuana I stayed at the Marriott and the breakfast was ok but average at best and not a lot of choices I liked for breakfast so looking for something new. And this is the place to ask. If I was going to Iraq I would ask in that forum!!
The Pancake House in La Cacho or Zona Rio.Thank you. I have stayed at the Marriott last two time I was there and the breakfast is ok but just average with omelette being pretty good. But just not a lot of variety for me thanks for the input!
Captain Solo
06-22-22, 16:21
Don't know how American a breakfast has to be. Azul's breakfasts are terrible with runny eggs, unripened fruits and instant coffee. La Perla serves tiny alleged American breakfast with instant coffee.
If you have to have the standard American breakfasts, walk to the McDonalds on corner Calle 2 and Ninos Heroes. They serve the same breakfasts as in the US, scrambled eggs, sausage or ham, hash brown, toast, pan cakes, brewed coffee, juice ect.
I walked out to the Liberty Path, sat on the sidewalk under a palapa at Tacos Locos. Their desayuno with eggs ranchero was tasty, but the chorizzo tasted pretty bad.
I don't really know a good American breakfast spot, but like others have mentioned they have iHop. I like Cafe de la Flor and some spots in La Cacho. I can't recall names at the moment. The great thing about living in Tijuana is finding new spots all of the time to try. They are so bad at advertising and you just notice a restaurant in the corner of your eye and just try it. I would imagine they have to have some kind of diner near Centro or Revolucion to cater to the expat crowd. Ricardo's as mentioned before is decent and near Las Pulgas. Fat Cat is decent in Rosarito. Also most mongers probably don't wake up until afternoon since they stay up until the early morning. Just explore, research, and have fun!
Yes but I'm picky about my breakfast that's the most important meal of the day. And I like a good quality breakfast. Last two time in Tijuana I stayed at the Marriott and the breakfast was ok but average at best and not a lot of choices I liked for breakfast so looking for something new. And this is the place to ask. If I was going to Iraq I would ask in that forum!!First, it would help if you can define your idea of a good breakfast.
If it's an omelet or eggs Benedict, it's hard to beat Ticuan's restaurant. If it's coffee and a Danish, I can think of several places. If it's pancakes, the quality of them is hit and miss in Tijuana. If it's hash browns, fried eggs and a thick slice of Virginia ham, best to stay in the States because that pretty much doesn't exist in Tijuana. So, being more specific will improve your replies.
Yes but I'm picky about my breakfast that's the most important meal of the day. And I like a good quality breakfast. Last two time in Tijuana I stayed at the Marriott and the breakfast was ok but average at best and not a lot of choices I liked for breakfast so looking for something new. And this is the place to ask. If I was going to Iraq I would ask in that forum!!Oh that's not a problem. There is a nice Starbucks over at plaza Rio. I get my cappuccino there and a donut on the corner. Can't beat that breakfast combo anywhere.
First, it would help if you can define your idea of a good breakfast.
If it's an omelet or eggs Benedict, it's hard to beat Ticuan's restaurant. If it's coffee and a Danish, I can think of several places. If it's pancakes, the quality of them is hit and miss in Tijuana. If it's hash browns, fried eggs and a thick slice of Virginia ham, best to stay in the States because that pretty much doesn't exist in Tijuana. So, being more specific will improve your replies.Eggs, bacon and hash browns / country potatoes. Maybe some French toast. Some place you can trust for good fresh breakfast food. Just my experience if you're not careful you can end up somewhere that's not so good! Thank you.
Eggs, bacon and hash browns / country potatoes. Maybe some French toast. Some place you can trust for good fresh breakfast food. Just my experience if you're not careful you can end up somewhere that's not so good! Thank you.Then the Ticuan restaurant, not their crummy free buffet, will fit the bill nicely. No hash browns, but their potatoes are the bomb. Their eggs are good and their omelets excellent, as are the eggs Benedict. I like their coffee. The OJ is good but stupid expensive at $5/ glass. The bacon is OK, too, but I hardly ever get in unless it's in an omelet. I remember trying their French toast once, and remember it was good, but I almost never eat that dish. It seems popular and I've seen quite a few people having it. A favorita and I meet regularly and eat breakfast there. They'll happily give you the breakfast menu at lunch time if you ask.
Is the food at Azul any good? Does Uber Eats deliver to Cascadas?
Is the food at Azul any good? Does Uber Eats deliver to Cascadas?The food at Azulejo is decent and average. The fruit bowl and coconut shrimp are good. The tacos, empanadas, and ribs are a miss for me. I would imagine Uber eats delivers anywhere. You'the just have to meet them at the lobby or downstairs. I mainly use Rappi and sometimes Uber Eats when staying at Airbnb's. It would probably be a better experience taking an Uber or DiDi to the restaurants as the food will be fresh and opportunity to get a change of scenery.
BrotherMouzone
06-30-22, 18:15
Is the food at Azul any good? Does Uber Eats deliver to Cascadas?No point eating there IMO when you can just eat at the Senda Norte across the street if you don't feel like leaving Zona Norte to eat. Have eaten at Senda Norte and the food there is pretty good. Fairly modern, pretty new spot as well...
SomeDude321
06-30-22, 18:43
Is the food at Azul any good? Does Uber Eats deliver to Cascadas?The food is average, but the convenience factor is top notch. Cascadas actually provides room service from Azul so there's no need for Uber Eats. I've placed orders and have had it delivered to my room. I don't recall if I ordered from my phone or if there was a direct line from the phone in the room.
The food at Azulejo is decent and average. The fruit bowl and coconut shrimp are good. The tacos, empanadas, and ribs are a miss for me. I would imagine Uber eats delivers anywhere. You'the just have to meet them at the lobby or downstairs. I mainly use Rappi and sometimes Uber Eats when staying at Airbnb's. It would probably be a better experience taking an Uber or DiDi to the restaurants as the food will be fresh and opportunity to get a change of scenery.I disagree with you on the coconut shrimp. It was terrible when I had it. I do agree with you on the other points although I haven't used the delivery services in Tijuana I have in other parts of Mexico and was happy.
While I swore to never order steak from Azuls again, I think Azul food is probably better than any delivery food after it has to be reheated.
LuvMexicanas
07-09-22, 15:24
Hotel Ticuan guys likely know this place. It's a taco cart outside the Oxxo right by the hotel on Constitucion. Very tasty birria and carne asada tacos. Good size tacos piping hot and fresh. Prices are very fair considering the amount of meat they stuff into every taco. I just wish they had tripas on the menu. Guys running the operation are pretty cool too.
Rainman306
07-10-22, 05:53
I love the Zona taco stands, but there prices are likely highly inflated compared to the rest of Mexico or just the rest of Tijuana. I've seen recent YouTube videos of people getting tacos in Mexico for 10 pesos.
I think prices have risen a lot just from 2019 (my first Tijuana trip).
LuvMexicanas
07-10-22, 06:39
I love the Zona taco stands, but there prices are likely highly inflated compared to the rest of Mexico or just the rest of Tijuana. I've seen recent YouTube videos of people getting tacos in Mexico for 10 pesos.
I think prices have risen a lot just from 2019 (my first Tijuana trip).Tijuana is crazy expensive compared to the rest of Mexico. True the high end of Mexico City can get pricey but you can still find all kinds of deals such as 5 al pastor tacos for 48 pesos. Sure, they're on the smaller side but still. Even the pricey high end places are a relative bargain compared to the States. For example, the Omakase at Nobu in Polanco is half the cost than at a Nobu in the States. In fact, when you factor in oppressive sales tax in the States and expected 20-25% tip compared to 15% making a waiter at the Polanco genuinely appreciative, dare I say even the high end dining in CDMX is not that pricey, especially if you use a credit card and get close to the true exchange rate.
Had a few dishes in Tijuana. Nothing was spicy. Where can I find spicy food? Where can I find a spicy breakfast? Spicy enough to cause sweating and questioning life choices sounds interesting to me.
Had a few dishes in Tijuana. Nothing was spicy. Where can I find spicy food? Where can I find a spicy breakfast? Spicy enough to cause sweating and questioning life choices sounds interesting to me.This is possible by adding a chili sauce found in most local restaurants.
You need to be careful with the chillu sauces at these restaurants because almost always one of htem will be too spicy for most of us.
Had a few dishes in Tijuana. Nothing was spicy. Where can I find spicy food? Where can I find a spicy breakfast? Spicy enough to cause sweating and questioning life choices sounds interesting to me.You're barking up the wrong tree. Food in Tijuana isn't all that spicy, compared to places like NE Thailand. Overall spiciness tends to be more regional in Mexico. For instance, in Cabo, I. E. The southern part of Baja California Sur, the average salsas are quite spicy and the spicy ones are liquid fire.
All of my GFs are native Mexicanas, and none of them like super-spicy food. The stereotype that Mexican food is fiery hot is just that, a stereotype. If you're looking for super-spicy about all I can tell you is to supplement meals with some roasted chilis.
You're barking up the wrong tree. Food in Tijuana isn't all that spicy, compared to places like NE Thailand. Overall spiciness tends to be more regional in Mexico. For instance, in Cabo, I. E. The southern part of Baja California Sur, the average salsas are quite spicy and the spicy ones are liquid fire.
All of my GFs are native Mexicanas, and none of them like super-spicy food. The stereotype that Mexican food is fiery hot is just that, a stereotype. If you're looking for super-spicy about all I can tell you is to supplement meals with some roasted chilis.They have a place on Fundadores that has some ceviche and you can ask for extra spicy, but then you might have fuego en tu culo. You have to be careful what you ask for or your culo may be on fire. Also a wing spot that I can't recall name gives option of 1-10 for spicy level and recall they told a friend not to do 10 as it is going to burn your lips and possibly have issues on the other end when it comes out. Good luck to you and plenty of spicy options if you ask for it. Mexicans can handle spicy food, some just eat peppers straight up no problems. Also the Aztec priests used to just fast on habanero peppers. I can imagine it was a great weight loss regiment.
They have a place on Fundadores that has some ceviche and you can ask for extra spicy, but then you might have fuego en tu culo. You have to be careful what you ask for or your culo may be on fire. Also a wing spot that I can't recall name gives option of 1-10 for spicy level and recall they told a friend not to do 10 as it is going to burn your lips and possibly have issues on the other end when it comes out. Good luck to you and plenty of spicy options if you ask for it. Mexicans can handle spicy food, some just eat peppers straight up no problems. Also the Aztec priests used to just fast on habanero peppers. I can imagine it was a great weight loss regiment.What are the cross streets of Fundadores? I have a friend who used to routinely eat multiple fresh whole habaneros in a very casual manner, with a meal though, never ever alone. My friend stated that it was more a matter of adjusting to increasing amounts over time (weeks and months) and both the front end and the back end adjust over time. My friend has not consumed fresh whole habaneros in years so the spicy tolerance is not what it used to be.
What are the cross streets of Fundadores? I have a friend who used to routinely eat multiple fresh whole habaneros in a very casual manner, with a meal though, never ever alone. My friend stated that it was more a matter of adjusting to increasing amounts over time (weeks and months) and both the front end and the back end adjust over time. My friend has not consumed fresh whole habaneros in years so the spicy tolerance is not what it used to be.Aqua Caliente is a cross street, but the place for ceviche and aquachiles I referenced is a place called Mariscos Desde Navolato Vengo in Plaza Rubi. Just have to ask them to make it extra spicy. Also their micheladas and camaron tacos are good too.
They have a place on Fundadores that has some ceviche and you can ask for extra spicy, but then you might have fuego en tu culo. You have to be careful what you ask for or your culo may be on fire. Also a wing spot that I can't recall name gives option of 1-10 for spicy level and recall they told a friend not to do 10 as it is going to burn your lips and possibly have issues on the other end when it comes out. Good luck to you and plenty of spicy options if you ask for it. Mexicans can handle spicy food, some just eat peppers straight up no problems. Also the Aztec priests used to just fast on habanero peppers. I can imagine it was a great weight loss regiment.There's a big difference between adding spice by eating a whole chili, which I often do at taco stands that serve the roasted jalapenos, and ordering a dish that is inherently extremely spicy. Dishes that come out of the kitchen extremely spicy are rare in Tijuana, which is what I thought OP was asking for. Tijuana cuisine, and the "Baja Med" school, concentrate on other flavor profiles.
So I have heard the sushi in Tijuana is not that great. How is the poke? Just by browsing google maps it looks like there are at least a few poke places in Tijuana.
So I have heard the sushi in Tijuana is not that great. How is the poke? Just by browsing google maps it looks like there are at least a few poke places in Tijuana.I am kinda wary of Sushi in Tijuana after I got sick on of the sushi restaurants, I think the name was Mr. Sushi kind close to Plaza Rio. I was sick for three day with bad diarrhea. What a shitty experience.
Extreme drought in northern Mexico has sparked a water crisis. President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador addressed the beer industry in the region to shift production elsewhere because of sustainability factors, reported Bloomberg.
The water crisis is particularly critical in Monterrey, one of Mexico's most important economic hubs and home to some of the largest beermakers in the world, such as Heineken NV.
Some neighborhoods in Monterrey have been without water for nearly three months, and Heineken's facility has suffered as waterways dry up. Residents have protested commercial districts due to their oversized demand for local water. . .
Lopez Obrador said Constellation Brands is the perfect example of how his administration directed the brewer to halt the construction of a beer plant in the border city of Mexicali because of water shortages. He said the company had planned a new brewery in the southeastern state of Veracruz, though local news outlet El Financiero said construction permits are still pending.
There have yet to be significant reports of beer production disruptions. It's essential to note Mexico is responsible for 76% of all the beer imported by the US last year, according to Commerce Department figures cited by the Beer Institute. If production upsets emerge, American beer drinkers could be in for a surprise of soaring prices, tight supplies, and an even worst-case scenario: A beer shortage. . . ".
https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/northern-mexico-runs-out-water-may-impact-beer-production
I used a lot of food delivery when I was in Tijuana last time. I downloaded Rappi and it was always pretty good much like Door Dash or Uber Eats, and cheaper too. Might be an option for you guys if you don't feel like leaving your hotel for food. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grability.rappi&hl=en_US&gl=US BTW this is not an endorsement it is just my opinion as I used their services several times.
I used a lot of food delivery when I was in Tijuana last time. I downloaded Rappi and it was always pretty good much like Door Dash or Uber Eats, and cheaper too. Might be an option for you guys if you don't feel like leaving your hotel for food. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grability.rappi&hl=en_US&gl=US BTW this is not an endorsement it is just my opinion as I used their services several times.I just downloaded Rappi on my new Tijuana phone. How do you pay? Do you need to register with a CC when you sign up or is it cash?
AmorPorFavor
10-28-22, 04:42
I just downloaded Rappi on my new Tijuana phone. How do you pay? Do you need to register with a CC when you sign up or is it cash?Either way but CC is easier. Just drill into your account, find payment methods and add a card. I actually just used them for the first time in Tijuana on Tuesday to make sure I had it up and running for my upcoming trip to Colombia where I had problems with payment last Jan. Worked like a charm.
Either way but CC is easier. Just drill into your account, find payment methods and add a card. I actually just used them for the first time in Tijuana on Tuesday to make sure I had it up and running for my upcoming trip to Colombia where I had problems with payment last Jan. Worked like a charm.Thanks. I plan to try it my next time down. I want to see how it works as a room service tool to add to my arsenal of lavish perks.
Bunter Hiden
10-31-22, 01:20
Extreme drought in northern Mexico has sparked a water crisis. President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador addressed the beer industry in the region to shift production elsewhere because of sustainability factors, reported Bloomberg.
The water crisis is particularly critical in Monterrey, one of Mexico's most important economic hubs and home to some of the largest beermakers in the world, such as Heineken NV.
Some neighborhoods in Monterrey have been without water for nearly three months, and Heineken's facility has suffered as waterways dry up. Residents have protested commercial districts due to their oversized demand for local water. . .
Lopez Obrador said Constellation Brands is the perfect example of how his administration directed the brewer to halt the construction of a beer plant in the border city of Mexicali because of water shortages. He said the company had planned a new brewery in the southeastern state of Veracruz, though local news outlet El Financiero said construction permits are still pending.
There have yet to be significant reports of beer production disruptions. It's essential to note Mexico is responsible for 76% of all the beer imported by the US last year, according to Commerce Department figures cited by the Beer Institute. If production upsets emerge, American beer drinkers could be in for a surprise of soaring prices, tight supplies, and an even worst-case scenario: A beer shortage. . . ".
https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/northern-mexico-runs-out-water-may-impact-beer-productionThat Corona brewery in Mexicali was damn near complete when ALMO told them it would take too much water from the farmers. By chance I was on the highway running up the west coast of Sonora and was greatly delayed by a caravan of massive brew tanks slowly making their way to Vera Cruz. That means that instead of Corona USA beer being shipped a few miles into California for eternity it will have to be fossil fueled 1000's of miles up from southern Mx. Prolly not a coincidence that ALMO is from VC and his friends prolly own all the land and water rights. Socialism is great! Breaking eggs but where is the omelette? Budweiser owns Corona worldwide but had to cut off Corona USA due to DOJ bullshit on monopolies.
Captain Solo
10-31-22, 01:43
Halloween Saturday 4 of us drove across the border to 260 Grados Korean BBQ for lunch, arrived about 2 PM. Unlike the long wait lines for dinner, we walked right in and were seated.
AYCE grill costs $14 per person, beers $2. 50. They brought out salad and Korean noodles. We ordered 4 rib eyes, arachera, beef bugolgi, shrimps with side vegetables. Service was very good. Waiter brought out the meats and grilled at the table. The rib eyes were good quality with good marbling. He cut it up as he grilles so we could pick out the rare vs. Well done pieces. The meat tasted very good hot off the grill. Amazingly clothes did not smell like smoke and grilled meats as in US.
We were packed with good food. Grill plus 2 beers costed $21 a piece, compared to $50-60 in California. The wingmen really liked it, thought the food tasted better than Mr. Pampas. Similar dinner with 2 beers at Mr. Pampas would cost $26 a piece but they serve some some very tasty cuts of meats, including tender and tasty prime rib falling off the bone, plus a very nice salad bar with a wide variety of side dishes, veggies, pasta and soups.
IGotFingers
10-31-22, 19:20
Halloween Saturday 4 of us drove across the border to 260 Grados Korean BBQ for lunch, arrived about 2 PM. Unlike the long wait lines for dinner, we walked right in and were seated.
AYCE grill costs $14 per person, beers $2. 50. They brought out salad and Korean noodles. We ordered 4 rib eyes, arachera, beef bugolgi, shrimps with side vegetables. Service was very good. Waiter brought out the meats and grilled at the table. The rib eyes were good quality with good marbling. He cut it up as he grilles so we could pick out the rare vs. Well done pieces. The meat tasted very good hot off the grill. Amazingly clothes did not smell like smoke and grilled meats as in US.
We were packed with good food. Grill plus 2 beers costed $21 a piece, compared to $50-60 in California. The wingmen really liked it, thought the food tasted better than Mr. Pampas. Similar dinner with 2 beers at Mr. Pampas would cost $26 a piece but they serve some some very tasty cuts of meats, including tender and tasty prime rib falling off the bone, plus a very nice salad bar with a wide variety of side dishes, veggies, pasta and soups.Was there with the Captain and concur this spot is solid. The ribeyes were REALLY DAMN GOOD! I was shocked at how high quality it was despite the pricepoint. Sometimes Mexican beef can be tough but this was extremely tender and flavorful. Service was excellent and they helped us do a lot of the cooking while we were eating.
BrotherMouzone
10-31-22, 19:32
Halloween Saturday 4 of us drove across the border to 260 Grados Korean BBQ for lunch, arrived about 2 PM. Unlike the long wait lines for dinner, we walked right in and were seated.
AYCE grill costs $14 per person, beers $2. 50. They brought out salad and Korean noodles. We ordered 4 rib eyes, arachera, beef bugolgi, shrimps with side vegetables. Service was very good. Waiter brought out the meats and grilled at the table. The rib eyes were good quality with good marbling. He cut it up as he grilles so we could pick out the rare vs. Well done pieces. The meat tasted very good hot off the grill. Amazingly clothes did not smell like smoke and grilled meats as in US.
We were packed with good food. Grill plus 2 beers costed $21 a piece, compared to $50-60 in California. The wingmen really liked it, thought the food tasted better than Mr. Pampas. Similar dinner with 2 beers at Mr. Pampas would cost $26 a piece but they serve some some very tasty cuts of meats, including tender and tasty prime rib falling off the bone, plus a very nice salad bar with a wide variety of side dishes, veggies, pasta and soups.My man, though as I recall you had some negative words about 260 Grados few months ago and said you'd never go back again. I do agree with your wingmen that this spot is better than Mr. Pampas or even Churrasco do Brasil. This has been my go-to AYCE spot since it opened last year.
I am amazed at how much some of you guys can eat before hitting the Zona Norte. I hate it when I have to take a shit because I over ate and I have to find a throne to sit on when I am down there.
Captain Solo
10-31-22, 23:07
We got there about 2, figured there would be no wait line for late lunch. The gamble worked. There was no line; we got seated immediately. If there was a wait, we would have gone to Tacos El Franc or Titos for seafood.
This time the waiter was grilling the rib eyes for us. I had time to pick out the rare pieces, compared to my own grilling which was burned and crisp. I still prefer Mr. Pampas. For a few dollar more they serve a lot of good cuts of meat, like picanha with the fat cap, filet mignon, prime rib plus a very nice salad bar with fresh, exotic ingredients, prociutto, veggies, cheeses, pasta, soups.
You should try their home-made marrinaded intestines, authentic Korean.
My man, though as I recall you had some negative words about 260 Grados few months ago and said you'd never go back again. I do agree with your wingmen that this spot is better than Mr. Pampas or even Churrasco do Brasil. This has been my go-to AYCE spot since it opened last year.
Halloween Saturday 4 of us drove across the border to 260 Grados Korean BBQ for lunch, arrived about 2 PM. Unlike the long wait lines for dinner, we walked right in and were seated.
AYCE grill costs $14 per person, beers $2. 50. They brought out salad and Korean noodles. We ordered 4 rib eyes, arachera, beef bugolgi, shrimps with side vegetables. Service was very good. Waiter brought out the meats and grilled at the table. The rib eyes were good quality with good marbling. He cut it up as he grilles so we could pick out the rare vs. Well done pieces. The meat tasted very good hot off the grill. Amazingly clothes did not smell like smoke and grilled meats as in US.
We were packed with good food. Grill plus 2 beers costed $21 a piece, compared to $50-60 in California. The wingmen really liked it, thought the food tasted better than Mr. Pampas. Similar dinner with 2 beers at Mr. Pampas would cost $26 a piece but they serve some some very tasty cuts of meats, including tender and tasty prime rib falling off the bone, plus a very nice salad bar with a wide variety of side dishes, veggies, pasta and soups.El Capitan how are the grilled Shrimps at 260 Degrados? Last time I was there they almost made me throw up for being so old and rancid.
I enjoyed a pina coloda at the Black Dog Cafe.
It was a lovely place to spend a couple of hours chilling out by the beach.
The nice soft jazz music inside with comfortable couches made it great to sit inside with view and sounds of the waves.
Captain Solo
11-01-22, 18:50
We ordered a plate of shrimp and a plate of cajun shrimp.
Wingmen did not eat them. I ate them all. They were OK, springy and tasty, not mushy or rotten.
Captain Solo
11-02-22, 00:47
The wingmen can eat and drink a lot, before or after humping La Zona's chicas. A few are ex military, so they can really eat big and drink all night until sun up. That's why we prefer AYCE grills and hot pot places.
Saturday I had a big breakfast with eggs, sausages to get ready for hand to hand combat with the chicas. It was 2 by the time we got to 260 Grados, I was hungry again. We each ate a 10 Ozs rib eye with arrachera, beef bulgolgi, shrimp, salad, noodles, kimchi, downed with 2 beers each then quickly headed back to La Zona. I felt packed but not full; could eat and drink some more, but the bros were anxious to meet the chicas hehe. They were not complaining about being too full.
Parked the car a walked the alley with a wingman to HK. He saw Yamilet and was interested. I saw a new cute, little girl across from HK back door; had to bag her. She was tight and firm with slightly droopy boobs, grunted a lot as I was ramming her hard. Got done with her, went into HK to find the wingmen before they all got lost like a bunch of sheep. Sat with wingmen at the big table in front of the big TV, sucked down beers, ogling sexy chicas, watching MMA fights, all senses were satisfied. Man, we are living the good, sweet, sexy life, even better than the emperor of Rome hehe.
Found this new beautiful tall blonde Adrianna, drinking, flirting with guys. My wingman agreed she was one of the hottest girls in HK ever. I urged him to take her up but he did not want to do it. She looked so beautiful and healthy with her tall, lanky frame and sexy long legs, I had to invite her for drinks. She speaks English, was sexy and lots of fun, sucking my tongue and jacking my dick. She knows how to seduce guys, had to take her to the hotel. She was one hell of a lover, lots of kissing, sucking, biting, caressing. I got a hard on just looking at her out of her clothes. Had a long session, penetrated her pretty hard to her liking and popped big. Damn. This girl is beautiful and loving. Not many guys can get both in real life. Will meet her down in Guadalajara for a tour of her home town.
A few wingmen are in the prime of their lives, young, strong, healthy, but had huge hangovers and need to learn to manage their food, alcohol and sex intakes to have max fun in our sexy vacations. We need to visit La Zona more often and donate many more orgasms to the fine chicas more frequently before having to cruise with a walker and wear diaper out of the house hehe.
Had drinks at this place but didn't get a chance to try out any of their menu items. Next trip down there in a couple weeks I am planning on it. Going during sunset is a must as the views are great from the 3rd floor looking toward Zona Norte. You get the place through a parking ramp off just a half block off Revolution street.
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g150776-d9681247-Reviews-Norte_Brewing_Company-Tijuana_Baja_California.html
G.
We ordered a plate of shrimp and a plate of cajun shrimp.
Wingmen did not eat them. I ate them all. They were OK, springy and tasty, not mushy or rotten.Shrimps are good at Lion Fish and Cabanna. I recommend LOS Arcos as well.
I am amazed at how much some of you guys can eat before hitting the Zona Norte. I hate it when I have to take a shit because I over ate and I have to find a throne to sit on when I am down there.Taking a s* can be part of the binge and purge process. Getting your rocks off afterwards only adds to the delight.
Lin if a Tijuana resident gringo and leads occasional FREE meetup trips in Tijuana if interested in checking one out, the next one is Nov 19th.
He has a lot of insider tips in terms of transportation and other info he is very good about sharing.
While the trips are listed as several hours most people just join for a couple hours of walking around, then have lunch with everyone and then many folks break off and do their own thing. Had some very interesting discussions with a guy from Turkey and Russia in the meetup lunch last Saturday.
If interested here is the link for info. .
https://www.meetup.com/tijuana-walking-tours/events/289487219/
G.
BrotherMouzone
11-02-22, 16:34
Had drinks at this place but didn't get a chance to try out any of their menu items. Next trip down there in a couple weeks I am planning on it. Going during sunset is a must as the views are great from the 3rd floor looking toward Zona Norte. You get the place through a parking ramp off just a half block off Revolution street.
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g150776-d9681247-Reviews-Norte_Brewing_Company-Tijuana_Baja_California.html
G.I go there on most of my trips. It is a great view with pretty good beer. Norte actually used to be a strip club way back in the day and I believe some of the infrastructure from the stripper rails they had still hover from the ceiling. Don't know if they still hang there.
As far as breweries I actually prefer Border Psycho, which is a bit closer to Zona Norte right on Revolucion. No great views but I prefer the stronger IPAs they have there. I also like venturing out to Lúdica Cervecería, which is about a mile or so from the main soccer stadium and casino off Agua Calienta. They have pretty good sours there.
I enjoyed a pina coloda at the Black Dog Cafe.
It was a lovely place to spend a couple of hours chilling out by the beach.
The nice soft jazz music inside with comfortable couches made it great to sit inside with view and sounds of the waves.You should try Encanto or LOS Portales in Rosarito. They usually have live music, good food, and good mixed drinks. Good place to take your favorite chica or best buds, but preferably chica or chicas.
Last Saturday I went to the dinning Cafe again at New city. They had dj, huge menu, the way it works is you sit, theres a waiter, but you can order from any of the food places. The food is cheaper then revolucion street. This restaurant is the nicest place I've seen in Tijuana. You don't want to go in tang top or shorts. But I highly recommend.
Last Saturday I went to the dinning Cafe again at New city. They had dj, huge menu, the way it works is you sit, theres a waiter, but you can order from any of the food places. The food is cheaper then revolucion street. This restaurant is the nicest place I've seen in Tijuana. You don't want to go in tang top or shorts. But I highly recommend.Where is the place your talking about? Is this it??
https://www.facebook.com/topsnewcity/
-g.
Last Saturday I went to the dinning Cafe again at New city. They had dj, huge menu, the way it works is you sit, theres a waiter, but you can order from any of the food places. The food is cheaper than revolucion street. This restaurant is the nicest place I've seen in Tijuana. You don't want to go in tang top or shorts. But I highly recommend.It is just a classier foodpark. The lobster and steak was pretty expensive, but good. I like the Farmers Table restaurant next to the food park. Something similar, but located on Aqua Caliente Blvd is Telefonica. Another food park is across the street from Siglo XXI bazaar. I recommend Mr. Cajun for their crab boil. It reminds me of home being from the south. It is also located close to Siete de Copas.
I like the Farmers Table restaurant next to the food park.I do too but their prices are on par with San Diego. My salad was $15. They also do the percentage tip screen when you pay by credit card. That whole New City complex is the bad seed making its way into Tijuana. Rents are lower than SD but not by much. All those businesses cater to those people.
Where is the place your talking about? Is this it??
https://www.facebook.com/topsnewcity/
-g.That is likely the same food court. But you can't miss this place you can see it anywhere in San ysidro or Zona Norte just look up in the sky for the tallest building. It will say new city medical. Its a few towers together and go and ask for the food dinning court. It's semi outside I guess you could say there's a ceiling but one wall is open. It's the nicest place I've eaten in Tijuana besides wine country in Ensenada. You can take the bus there from revolucion street if you know how to navigate the buses.
That is likely the same food court. But you can't miss this place you can see it anywhere in San ysidro or Zona Norte just look up in the sky for the tallest building. It will say new city medical. Its a few towers together and go and ask for the food dinning court. It's semi outside I guess you could say there's a ceiling but one wall is open. It's the nicest place I've eaten in Tijuana besides wine country in Ensenada. You can take the bus there from revolucion street if you know how to navigate the buses.Across the street is Deja Vu club, Escobar swingers club, and Aqua Caliente Casino. You could probably walk from the border to the New City building complex. Many nice upscale places to eat throughout Tijuana. For sushi try Odayaka or steak can try El Grill. El Grill is like USA Prices and great service. Slacking on reviews, but ton of places I've been throughout the town. Todo Santos has good ceviche and some bars on same street. It just depends how far you want to venture around the city.
That is likely the same food court. But you can't miss this place you can see it anywhere in San ysidro or Zona Norte just look up in the sky for the tallest building. It will say new city medical. Its a few towers together and go and ask for the food dinning court. It's semi outside I guess you could say there's a ceiling but one wall is open. It's the nicest place I've eaten in Tijuana besides wine country in Ensenada. You can take the bus there from revolucion street if you know how to navigate the buses.You must not get out much. There are maybe 100 places in Tijuana to eat that are light years better than the nicest food court.
BrotherMouzone
11-08-22, 07:12
You can take the bus there from revolucion street if you know how to navigate the buses.Yeah, I learned a bit more about the taxi ruta routes the last time I was in Tijuana a couple months ago. Found out how to take the red taxi ruta for 10 pesos (75 cents) from Revolucion down Agua Caliente to the main Caliente casino, which is a nice area where the main soccer stadium and a bunch of nice restaurants / shops are located. So I guess no more Uber / Didi down there for me LOL. You can get pretty much anywhere you want in Tijuana for cheap through those taxi rutas if you know what you're doing.
Not sure why but they closed off the 2nd floor access to Azul's from Cascadas for some reason. Now you can only enter from the ground floor in the Alley I believe. I enjoyed getting there from the hotel without needing to go outside so not sure why they did that but they probably had a good reason.
-G.
Not sure why but they closed off the 2nd floor access to Azul's from Cascadas for some reason. Now you can only enter from the ground floor in the Alley I believe. I enjoyed getting there from the hotel without needing to go outside so not sure why they did that but they probably had a good reason.
-G.Security risk.
That is likely the same food court. But you can't miss this place you can see it anywhere in San ysidro or Zona Norte just look up in the sky for the tallest building. It will say new city medical. Its a few towers together and go and ask for the food dinning court. It's semi outside I guess you could say there's a ceiling but one wall is open. It's the nicest place I've eaten in Tijuana besides wine country in Ensenada. You can take the bus there from revolucion street if you know how to navigate the buses.My Mexican dentist recommended the same New City food court. He said it was really affordable pricing for the quality of food provided. I got to give it a try.
My Mexican dentist recommended the same New City food court. He said it was really affordable pricing for the quality of food provided. I got to give it a try.I visited a fellow mongers apartment he rented in new city with a couple of his bros. It seemed real pimp and very secure, I really liked it alot! I saw a restaurant, store to buy groceries and of course a restaurant. But my only question do you need to know someone who lives there to go to the restaurant to eat?
But my only question do you need to know someone who lives there to go to the restaurant to eat?Not at all but prices are much closer to San Diego. That goes for everything in that building. It will be the first place to follow SD in everything. Especially pricing. Found a two bedroom there for $2,300 but I turned it down. You know that rent will go up into the 2,600 range then up from there. However I do plan on using their medical facilities when I need a doctor. The hospital / lab should be opening soon.
I visited a fellow mongers apartment he rented in new city with a couple of his bros. It seemed real pimp and very secure, I really liked it alot! I saw a restaurant, store to buy groceries and of course a restaurant. But my only question do you need to know someone who lives there to go to the restaurant to eat?Shit I don't know and was wondering the same thing while waiting in the sentri line. They got a 12 foot wall surrounding the entire block with limited gate entrance. Slightly resembles our fortress embassy in Iraq.
Anthony2023
11-14-22, 03:27
You should try Encanto or LOS Portales in Rosarito. They usually have live music, good food, and good mixed drinks. Good place to take your favorite chica or best buds, but preferably chica or chicas.It does look like a really nice place but I just wanted to throw it out there to anybody who's thinking of going. Expect to pay 80-100+ usd round trip if you take a taxi or uber down there from Tijuana. Also getting a uber back from portales to Tijuana might not be easy.
It does look like a really nice place but I just wanted to throw it out there to anybody who's thinking of going. Expect to pay 80-100+ usd round trip if you take a taxi or uber down there from Tijuana. Also getting a uber back from portales to Tijuana might not be easy.I drive my own car to Mexico. If you decide to go then you can take the free road which takes longer and more traffic or the toll road to expedite your trip. I prefer the toll road which is like 40 peso every toll booth. I think you hit 2 or 3 toll booths, but memory isn't good since I haven't been to Rosarito and Ensenada in a while. Lots to explore in Baja. I would give Valle Guadalupe a pass unless you or your chica likes vino. It is overpriced and places close early.
I visited a fellow mongers apartment he rented in new city with a couple of his bros. It seemed real pimp and very secure, I really liked it alot! I saw a restaurant, store to buy groceries and of course a restaurant. But my only question do you need to know someone who lives there to go to the restaurant to eat?No, you do not need to live their. The prices for what I've been ordering are less than revolucion so I was getting burritos for $8 dollars and chips with guac for $5 The parking garage was only 2 dollars. I've been. A few times and the staff is polite, on par with usa restaurant compared to revolucion restaurants / hotels which can't hide their distain for gringos sometimes. And Yes it is built like a embassy, one entrance from what I remember for the housing section. I waited for a friend one day 1 hour outside watching the fancy cars pull in. You can be a politician, musician, businessman, drug dealer, they all want the new city safety. My 1st weed smoking experience was 5 yrs ago, a girl I met was a house cleaner, of a famous drug lords family. The weed they didn't want she would take home to smoke. She was just messed up and loco enough to be able to handle that job and enjoy their company. They were very good to her sent her home with a lot of food too.
The purple striped La Linea bus goes by that area. You can catch it by 4th & Constitucion or 2nd street. It then goes to the border. Not sure the route it takes from the border however?
That is likely the same food court. But you can't miss this place you can see it anywhere in San ysidro or Zona Norte just look up in the sky for the tallest building. It will say new city medical. Its a few towers together and go and ask for the food dinning court. It's semi outside I guess you could say there's a ceiling but one wall is open. It's the nicest place I've eaten in Tijuana besides wine country in Ensenada. You can take the bus there from revolucion street if you know how to navigate the buses.
WeKilledKenny
12-06-22, 00:30
Does anyone know anything closer to Zona Norte? I like Xolo Tacos near the airport but curious if there is anything near the mongering action.
Does anyone know anything closer to Zona Norte? I like Xolo Tacos near the airport but curious if there is anything near the mongering action.Tacos El Franc on Sanchez Taobada could "possibly" have it. I think their old location was the one that started the craze? I could be wrong on all points so don't quote me on that.
Next to Simsa is a fancy very expensive hotel call Quartz, next to it is "The Park".
I stopped by there just to check it out and eager to get to HK so didn't stick around but the ambiance is very nice and I do want to eat there in the future.
It didn't get great reviews but I think it's cause their marketing sucks a bit. It could be a little gem to go for a little break. It's on the east side of the river so maybe best to go before going to Zona Norte or maybe after before going home. Or a break from the action.
Click link for some images.
https://www.facebook.com/theparktj/
https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-park-tijuana-tijuana
-G.
Next to Simsa is a fancy very expensive hotel call Quartz, next to it is "The Park".
I stopped by there just to check it out and eager to get to HK so didn't stick around but the ambiance is very nice and I do want to eat there in the future.
It didn't get great reviews but I think it's cause their marketing sucks a bit. It could be a little gem to go for a little break. It's on the east side of the river so maybe best to go before going to Zona Norte or maybe after before going home. Or a break from the action.
Click link for some images.
https://www.facebook.com/theparktj/
https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-park-tijuana-tijuana
-G.Quartz seems really nice, but the hotel prices in Tijuana as a whole are overpriced, I don't get it. I'the go to Tijuana a lot more if the hotel prices were reasonable for Mexico.
Next to Simsa is a fancy very expensive hotel call Quartz, next to it is "The Park".
I stopped by there just to check it out and eager to get to HK so didn't stick around but the ambiance is very nice and I do want to eat there in the future.
It didn't get great reviews but I think it's cause their marketing sucks a bit. It could be a little gem to go for a little break. It's on the east side of the river so maybe best to go before going to Zona Norte or maybe after before going home. Or a break from the action.
Click link for some images.
https://www.facebook.com/theparktj/
https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-park-tijuana-tijuana
-G.Farmer's Table and The Park Gastro Park.
I recommend the lobster stand. Delicious food but very expensive. That whole area is geared to gringos staying in New City Towers.
LuvMexicanas
01-15-23, 19:19
On the southwest corner of the intersection just north of the cigar shop near Las Pulgas is my new go to for tacos if I'm in the area. They have a wide variety: lengua, costillas, chicharron, and many others. Nice soft double tortillas and they max out the meat they put in. I'm not a big eater but definitely eat more at a sitting than most and I tapped out after three pretty delicious tacos. At 35 pesos each, I feel like you get 2-3 normal tacos worth of goodness.
I know many of you will laugh at me but is there any good place who offer chicken taco. All places I am searching don't offer chicken they have beef / pork taco.
I am not into Red meat so thought of asking seniors as it's very difficult to ask or search with no español.
ParallaxView
01-16-23, 17:18
Quartz seems really nice, but the hotel prices in Tijuana as a whole are overpriced, I don't get it. I'the go to Tijuana a lot more if the hotel prices were reasonable for Mexico.Look up Hotel Velario on hotels dot com. It is exceptionally cheap, safe and right near HK. An escort who I built trust with was willing to go there OTC, but got resistance from some escort agencies to go there like Musas.
I know many of you will laugh at me but is there any good place who offer chicken taco. All places I am searching don't offer chicken they have beef / pork taco.
I am not into Red meat so thought of asking seniors as it's very difficult to ask or search with no espaol.The closest to pollo tacos was when I went over to the Mujer Mall and got went to one of the side restaurants that sold BBQ chicken, and they gave me a lot of tortillas, and I asked for a lot of side stuff and made myself pollo tacos. Pollo tacos in Tijuana is kind of like Burritos. They are available in theory and you have to make your own.
I know many of you will laugh at me but is there any good place who offer chicken taco. All places I am searching don't offer chicken they have beef / pork taco.
I am not into Red meat so thought of asking seniors as it's very difficult to ask or search with no espaol.Not super common as you would think. In general Tijuana has pretty low quality chicken meat. I would recommend pork or seafood over chicken tacos. With that said chicken enchiladas are very much available.
AmorPorFavor
01-17-23, 06:20
I know many of you will laugh at me but is there any good place who offer chicken taco. All places I am searching don't offer chicken they have beef / pork taco.
I am not into Red meat so thought of asking seniors as it's very difficult to ask or search with no espaol.There is a taco cart that sets up in front of the OXXO on Constitution and 8th most of the time that has a good chicken taco.
Bunter Hiden
01-20-23, 06:17
Been around Mx my whole life. They don't do chicken as in USA. They always start wi the whole bird. Best is on Al carbon and can be great. Just have to be prepared to rip down a 1/2 bird to get to make a meal. In USA birds are broken down by breast, thigh, wing, etc. That's why I never order chicken wings in Mx. Mx does not have they poultry processing as USA does so wings are a natural size to the bird and not Super Bowl sized. USA is so used to Dolly Parton breasts and Rosanna Barr sized thighs. Wings are naturally tiny as they don't serve the original purpose. El Pollo Loco will get you what you want though.
Been around Mx my whole life. They don't do chicken as in USA. They always start wi the whole bird. Best is on Al carbon and can be great. Just have to be prepared to rip down a 1/2 bird to get to make a meal. In USA birds are broken down by breast, thigh, wing, etc. That's why I never order chicken wings in Mx. Mx does not have they poultry processing as USA does so wings are a natural size to the bird and not Super Bowl sized. USA is so used to Dolly Parton breasts and Rosanna Barr sized thighs. Wings are naturally tiny as they don't serve the original purpose. El Pollo Loco will get you what you want though.My favorite Chicken in Tijuana, I highly recommend and eat it everytime I visit. KFC in tijuana is garbage though, horrible flavor and quality.
I have tried Lionfish, El Charussco & the steak place near Lion fish. Was wondering anyone has any other recommendations in that area?
I have tried Lionfish, El Charussco & the steak place near Lion fish. Was wondering anyone has any other recommendations in that area?Get pancakes waffles and omelettes at Chichos.
Inside Plaza Rio Torta Plaza has very good sandwiches.
LuvMexicanas
01-25-23, 03:36
I have tried Lionfish, El Charussco & the steak place near Lion fish. Was wondering anyone has any other recommendations in that area?I like San Maree better than Lionfish for seafood. It's located at. Av. Los Olivos 3144, Neidhart, 22044 Tijuana, which is less than a mile and a half away from Plaza Rio.
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