Personally I have not been in Tijuana for many years but some poster wanted a thread on this. Here ya go.
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Personally I have not been in Tijuana for many years but some poster wanted a thread on this. Here ya go.
Thank you Dickhead for starting a food thread, since I am currently a regular member and I cannot start any threads.
Why not begin with some pictures of Tito's Tacos. Here are two pictures of their sidewalk menu that I took this winter, soon after they raised the cost of their flagship fish tacos from 10 pesos to 12 pesos,
Some of these pictures are dishes served by Tito's Tacos.
The other fish tacos pictures are from the place right next door (which also serves non-fish main courses).
Can you guess which side-by-side restaurant each dish comes from and what each taco contains?
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1718435]Some of these pictures are dishes served by Tito's Tacos.
The other fish tacos pictures are from the place right next door (which also serves non-fish main courses).
Can you guess which side-by-side restaurant each dish comes from and what each taco contains?[/QUOTE]I'll bite. What are they?
They all look a lot alike. 6 and 7 might be camaron.
Can you compare and contrast these with the fish taco place on 5th and Negrete? (Memory's a bit fuzzy. I know it's Negrete, I think it's 5th. It always has a crowd of locals and the fish is very good).
BTW the bakeries around 1st street arent too bad. I got a couple of giant muffins this last weekend for under 10 pesos that some of the SG had to help me finish. Its an alternative to Mexican meals that tend to be enormous and greasy. And its cheap. Sure breaks the ice with the girls better than your typical "how much for a fuckie-suckie. ".
I love the handmade flour tortillas they serve at El Torito Grill in the USA. I was wondering if there is a bakery in Tijuana that makes them. Not the flat pressed tortillas they sell in the street, but the puffy fresh baked on the "stone" ones. Any help?
Where was this pic taken?
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1719356]I'll bite. What are they?
They all look a lot alike. 6 and 7 might be camaron.
Can you compare and contrast these with the fish taco place on 5th and Negrete? (Memory's a bit fuzzy. I know it's Negrete, I think it's 5th. It always has a crowd of locals and the fish is very good).[/QUOTE]Sorry for the slow answer to my quiz PhordPhan. And I can't compare because I don't remember going to a fish taco place on 5th & Negrate. This last trip I made to Tijuana four days ago I tried going to the taco stand on Madero & Second that you recommended, but I'm not if I ate at the one you recommended.
Now back to my photos and earlier quiz regarding Tito's and the place next door to Titos:
At both Tito's tacos and the restaurant in the big building next door I ordered one (fried) fish taco and one camaron gobernador. My best description of the gobernadore is a grilled shrimp taco with cheese. At this time, in December, the fish taco cost 12 pesos at Tito's and their camaron gobernador, which is very filling, ran 38 pesos.
Both tacos at the place next door sold for less. The fish taco was still 10 pesos and I think the cameron gobernador was maybe 25 pesos.
While both were tasty, the Tacos at Tito's contained about twice as much fish, and were thus the better value.
Getting both tacos on the same day at Titos was too much to eat at one time (even though the two tacos arrived five minutes apart).
I've included a few exterior pictures of both places.
Prices likely have risen on all of these seafood tacos. From my early morning stroll past Titos on Sunday, they've raised the price of their basic fish taco up by one more peso to 13!.
I want to recommend the shrimp and octopus appertizer plate from La Perla. I was having their combo shrimp / octopus combo yesterday and the waitress brought out this appetizer plate. It looked hugh! Definitely prepared for more than one person.
You mean Botana Fria de Camaron y Pulpos?
I am salivating. I think they go for 70 pesos small to 150 pesos large. Do us a favor and take pictures of La Perla's menu.
I just hate the stupid band who plays at ear-splitting volume while I eat. Last Friday there was another free band playing in front of La Perla like they did not have enough music. The policias were hassling the free band near the popular tacos stand on Ninos. I hope they take them to Tijuana jail so they can entertain the murderers and [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord127][CodeWord127][/url].
The mariscos guy on Constitucion at the school girl corner made a salad of shrimp, octopus with salsa to go for a street girl. The full plate went for 70 pesos. I can order something similar. That street girl was young and hot. The mariscos guy was saying she could be had for mere 200 pesos. She took the plate to a hotel door where she ate it with her padrote.
[URL]http://m.utsandiego.com/news/2012/jul/11/anthony-bourdains-fave-tijuana-restaurants-and-bar/[/URL]
Hey, this restaurant on Constitution SE from the Playboy club made the list of top restaurants according to Anthony Bourdaine. I walk by it everytime I'm in town and never tried it. The name of this hole in the wall is the Kentucky Fried Bouches.
BTW Is Bourdaine married? Because I will bet that he made a visit to AB / HK before leaving.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1717416]I've enjoyed many meals at Kim Mon over the years. They do noodle dishes, like chow mein, very well. I rate their fried rice dishes as just so-so. I didn't like the favor of their egg rolls. A better Chinese food restaurant in LZ, IMHO, is a restaurant with very good Cantonese dishes call El Cielo. I prefer chop suey and rice dishes, and for my tastes El Cielo serves better dishes than Kim Mon. El Cielo is located on the SW corner of Primera (1st St.) and Martinez. Just a few steps away from the Verario Hotel on Primera and Tito's Tacos on Primera. Martinez is the next North-South running street to the west after Nino Heroes. El Cielo's egg rolls are very good IMO and my favorite complete lunch dish there is their puerco chop suey for around $5. They use a cut of pork in that dish that tastes a lot like bacon.[/QUOTE]Well, I managed to get their name wrong when I wrote nearly two weeks ago about my favorite Chinese food restaurant in LZ.
Yes, I've eaten numerous times at the two Chinese restaurants located on the cross streets at each end of the alley, but I think Rio Cielo is the best of the three.
And due to Mexican's disgust at the idea of eating dog, you'll find no crowds slowing down the service at any of Tijuana's chino restaurants this summer.
Rio Cielo is located on the SW corner of Martinez & Primera (1st street) - that's one block west on Nino Heroes. I actually got a picture of the restaurant's outside sign as I was standing in the street in between Tito's Tacos and the Velario.
My first lunchtime dish picture is of my favorite meal at Rio Cielo, the (pork) Puerco Chop Suey. Lunch meal #22 - 78 pesos (or $5.25 equivalent).
The next afternoon dish picture is what my Quasi wingman always orders, the Cantonese chicken. Lunch meal #2 - 60 pesos (or $4 equivalent). When I took the low angeled picture of both our dishes, you can better see how high the food is piled onto these lunchtime plates. One time I ordered the calamari, and it was pretty good also.
I'll complete this post with pictures of some of the pages from their menu.
I made a run yesterday. After Mrs. Robinson got done draining me dry, and after I dropped her off at the taxi ruta stand, I decided I'd go have a fish taco. I hadn't been in quite a while and I'd forgotten the exact location.
It's on the NW corner of 3rd and Negrete. Tacos Machatlan. They have fish, shrimp and tacos de marlin, which is a mish-mash of marlin, with spices and what-not (think tuna salad without the mayonnaise), put into a corn tortilla and grilled over charcoal. I didn't get a pic of them. I've had them before and they're tasty.
The pic is of a shrimp taco (nearest my hand) and a fish taco. They are huge and you can't get the tortilla folded properly around the filling in order to eat the taco. I usually pick out a few shrimp, or a couple of fish pieces, and eat them separately. Now the down side to this trip is that it was about 5:30 pm. They close around dusk, so even though business was still steady, it was not packed and you could tell things were beginning to wind down. That means that the odds of getting fish fresh out of the fryer go down, plus the oil has gotten dirty throughout the day, slightly altering the taste. It's usually so busy that the fry continuously, and keep the fish / shrimp in a pan, and use a sort of First-in-first-out inventory control method. The minor problem with this is that, if it's not super busy, you may get fish that's been sitting for a few minutes. It's best to go earlier in the day, preferably sometime around noon-ish.
Having said that, they were still very good. I enjoy local taco stands because it's fun to watch the people, listen to the strolling minstrels singing for tips, watch the controlled chaos of a busy taco stand. I enjoyed my two tacos, then hit the road for the border. Total damage was 34 pesos. I don't know how that's broken down. I assume 14 for the fish, 20 for the shrimp.
Before this thread was started by Dickhead, there was a heated discussion between two posters over whether restaurants in Mexico or on the US side in Southern California were better. One poster was asserting that Mexico, and Tijuana in particular, contained many good restaurants that offer far better values than can be found in the United States. I couldn't agree more.
The other poster very aggressively disagreed and asserted that the quality of the food ingredients commonly available in the US were far better than in Tijuana, and thus the food dishes served in restaurants in the United States were far superior. While I agree that restaurants in the US have the opportunity to obtain better quality ingredients, I never ignore prices. Dollar for dollar (or pesos for peso) the poster favoring Tijuana eateries saw things more as I observe them.
If you are not trying to be snobby about what fine dining is the finest, Tijuana has San Diego, LOS Angeles & the OC beat for their relative dining values at low end and medium-priced dining options.
At the higher end of dining options, Tijuana will still offer much cheaper high-end options. They have a great advantage over SoCal with far lesser labor and rent costs. But their variety and options and quality will always be behind what the SoCal market has to offer. Tijuana, with between one and two million residents, is of course much smaller than the three SoCal counties I mentioned above that have a combined population of between 20 to 25 million residents.
While Tijuana is developing more and more, and constantly improving, high-end dining options, that part of the dining spectrum will always be better developed in SoCal, where hundreds of thousands of California's are served every day in high-end eateries. I doubt there is much more than a thousand Tijuanses that can afford and choose to eat out daily in fine dining establishments.
What are your guys thoughts on the viability of a pizzeria in the zona. In a past life I was a chef for a high end Italian eatery in SoCal. As a result I learned how to make authentic Neopolitan pizza. I read a while back that there is no decent pizza in or around the zona. I have access to ingredients so that would not be an issue. Figured since there is a void in the market why not fill it. There would definitely be some concerns as far as shakedowns and security issues. I know since nothing like that exists down there it would attract a lot of good and bad attention. Your guys feedback would be appreciated.
[QUOTE=RickyVee;1724751]What are your guys thoughts on the viability of a pizzeria in the zona. In a past life I was a chef for a high end Italian eatery in SoCal. As a result I learned how to make authentic Neopolitan pizza. I read a while back that there is no decent pizza in or around the zona. I have access to ingredients so that would not be an issue. Figured since there is a void in the market why not fill it. There would definitely be some concerns as far as shakedowns and security issues. I know since nothing like that exists down there it would attract a lot of good and bad attention. Your guys feedback would be appreciated.[/QUOTE]Are you sure you want to open a business at all in Zona Norte? As you are aware, the food service business is hard work. Food prices in Tijuana are so low that there seems to be little money to be made. Your concerns about shakedowns and security would be enough to stop me from opening such a business.
Who is your target customer base? As an American monger, I wouldn't buy pizza anywhere in Tijuana. That's because I look forward to getting real Mexican food while I'm there. And, we have many good pizza options at home.
On the other hand, some of the girls have mentioned pizza, perhaps the locals would buy it. Don't know if they are thinking PapaJohns/Dominos or Neopolitan. I've only had a few meals with Zona Norte girls (all from Hong Kong) and these girls were very concerned with their weight; they may stay clear any type of pizza (even Neopolitan). I have no idea if pizza would appeal to the chubby bar girls or street girls or men around Zona Norte.
Just my opinion without doing any real market research.
[QUOTE=HorseTrader;1724828]Are you sure you want to open a business at all in Zona Norte? As you are aware, the food service business is hard work. Food prices in Tijuana are so low that there seems to be little money to be made. Your concerns about shakedowns and security would be enough to stop me from opening such a business.
Who is your target customer base? As an American monger, I wouldn't buy pizza anywhere in Tijuana. That's because I look forward to getting real Mexican food while I'm there. And, we have many good pizza options at home.
On the other hand, some of the girls have mentioned pizza, perhaps the locals would buy it. Don't know if they are thinking PapaJohns/Dominos or Neopolitan. I've only had a few meals with Zona Norte girls (all from Hong Kong) and these girls were very concerned with their weight; they may stay clear any type of pizza (even Neopolitan). I have no idea if pizza would appeal to the chubby bar girls or street girls or men around Zona Norte.
Just my opinion without doing any real market research.[/QUOTE]I was recently with a pretty Tropical girl. When asked what's a pretty girl like you doing in a place like this instead of HK, she replied that she gained a couple of pounds and was sent to Tropicals gor rehabilitation. However she is on a strict diet and will be returning to HK in a month or two. To me she had curves (a beautiful pompi), but HK absolutely has a no-chubbie standard that the girls must meet to work there.
Pizza will give them mommy bodies. So Ricky, how about openning a gourmet salad joint instead?
Thanks for the feedback guys. Gourmet salad bar is funny because I actually grow hydroponic lettuce herbs and vegetables as well as ornamental flowers. For a living. That is why my food costs would be next to nothing. But since you mention weight is a concern to most of the girls then I can be pretty creative with a menu. Nothing is set in stone. Just figured I would ask real world people what they're thoughts are. There is definitely some cool stuff happening in the Baja food scene. I have seen the little produce market at the end of the alley and the produce was abysmal at best. How they could sell that to anybody is beyond me but that is the way it is. Now I just need a catchy name. How about toss my salad?
[QUOTE=RickyVee;1724927]Thanks for the feedback guys. Now I just need a catchy name. How about toss my salad?[/QUOTE]Once the chicas figure what the name means, they'll probably line up to kill you in your sleep.
Instead of opening up a business in a Latin American country, especially a restaurant which is a fuck of a lot of work no matter where you do it, it would be far preferable and more enjoyable in both the long run and the short run to pour gasoline on your nuts and then set them on fire.
Located on Calle 8 and Negrete. Small place, good service, good food.
Attached are pix of the mushroom appetizer. This one was 'shrooms sautéed in a garlicky butter sauce (for lack of a better term) with cheese. Tasty.
The other is their version of a puttanesca. The penne was cooked perfectly. There are lots of variations on puttanesca. This one was pretty tasty.
I don't have pix of the other entrée, which was a breaded and sautéed chicken breast. I think it was their version of piccata, but memory is fuzzy without pix. Rocky the Flying Squirrel gave it a hearty thumbs up.
Also, no pix of the red sangria. Pretty decent.
Their version of the garlic bread is soft, warm and delicious. The pizzas looked very good and authentic. I'll try on another trip and report back.
Price for app, 2 entrees, half-litre of sangria, just over 300 pesos. Not bad.
Overall, I'd give it a solid 7 out of 10. Definitely worth the (modest) price.
Maiz.
Gobernador Balarezo 366.
Col. Thevila.
Tijuana, Baja California.
Mexico.
Zona Centro.
664 - 686 4371.
A very small but very good restaurant, just a bit off Blvd. Aqua Caliente.
Went with a friend and were lucky enough to find a table. All the time we were there, all the tables were occupied. Maybe 7 - 8 tables and we got there around 13:00. Not sure what to get we both ordered the sampler plate which has 5 items on it, and we both had two taco's de casa. For me the highlight was the pozole on the sampler plate. The quesadilla came in second with the taco's being third. We both had the stawberry lemonade. Total cost for the two of us, $210.00 mx. Very reasonable and we both left full.
Sitting next to us was a couple who had ordered the pozole by itself and the enchilada plate. It looked so good I had to ask her how it was. She smiled and said she orders this everytime she comes here. I'll have to try that next time.
For those with a sweet tooth.
If any of you love beer like I do, I would recommend Mamut Brewrey Co. In Zona Norte and Plaza Fiesta (Across from Plaza Rio). The first 2 pictures are from Zona Norte, Address:
Carrillo Puerto why o Tercera 8161, Zona Centro, Tijuana, be. See. , Mexico. The second 3 pictures are from the same company in Plaza Fiesta Address: Paseo de LOS Heroes No 9415.
Tijuana, Baja California. These are really cool spots to hang out during the day and maybe grab a bite to eat.
The last picture was from a restaurant I stumbled onto in search for a bowl of Pozole, and damn it was good. I can't for the life of me remember the name of this place but its on Constitution just a half block North of Calle Galeana, on the northeast Corner. This place looks very new because I can't find it on google maps. This looks like the building I walked into:
[URL]https://www.google.com/maps/@32.530369,-117.038011,3a,75y,64.77h,81.04t/data=!3 m6!1 e1!3m4!1sx_zVzpPrCKyosy2iUMjM5g!2e0!7i13312!8i6656!6m1!1e1[/url].
This place is located in Col. Chapultepec, a rather upscale part of town. It's on Av. Sonora, just off of Agua Caliente. There are a bunch of interesting places here, one being Tabula, which I will visit on an upcoming visit.
Anyway, this is a busy, rather trendy establishment with a rather young clientele. I was the oldest guy in the joint. Everybody was in their 20's - 30's and well dressed. Not fancy, but obviously not poor. We had tried to get into a food and tequila place across the street, in Plaza Chapultepec, but it was swamped with a line. So, being hungry, we opted for a place we could get into fairly quickly.
Lots of high tables, a few low ones, pub-style atmosphere. I opted for, IIRC, the Ginger Mark cocktail, made from Makers Mark bourbon and ginger beer, something like 90 pesos. Rather good. My date opted for the very pedestrian Tecate Light.
She decided on the chicken fingers, I had the sliders. The fingers (called Buffalo Boneless on the menu) didn't present well, but were hot, very crispy, and had good flavor. About 100 pesos.
Don't let them tell you that Mexican beef isn't tasty. These sliders were quite good. I would quibble that I would like a bit more sear on the meat, but they were thick and flavorful. They sported some arugula and a sort of tequila aioli. Although there were only three, it turn out that they were filling. About 120 pesos.
All in all it was worth the visit. It's a bit pricey by Mexican standards, but not outrageous. I've never really understood the gastro pub concept, but these guys seem to do it rather well. You should check it out the next time you're in the area.
How do you guys navigate Tijuana without getting lost? Old fashion paper map? Or modern GPS navigation?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1758581]How do you guys navigate Tijuana without getting lost? Old fashion paper map? Or modern GPS navigation?[/QUOTE]Google maps works *fairly* well, and that's what I use. There are caveats. Once it too me all over hell-and-gone when I was trying to get to a concert near Otay. I saw barrios I hope to never see again. Sometimes it doesn't know about 1-way streets, but not often. The most consistently annoying thing is the Via Rapida exits. Often you have to exit well before the actual turn. Sometimes it knows, other times it doesn't.
But overall it gets you to where you want to go if you have a specific address.
Paper maps? What's that?
Colectivo 9 is a covered patio arrangement, surrounded by a bunch of food vendors, much like a food court in a mall, but with more interesting food. It's located near the NW corner of Revu and 6th. I didn't get a picture of the sign, but it's hanging over the sidewalk. You enter down a small alleyway and it opens up into the food court.
This particular day I thought I'd try something offbeat. I went to the Lebanese booth and got a Gyro. The meat was tasty, although preprocessed, as it usually is in the states. The vegetables were very fresh. The tzatziki sauce was pretty much just a yougurt-based sauce with no dill or mint. It needed work. The pita was fresh and warm. As typical in a lot of Mexico, the fries were limp and a bit on the greasy side. Mexico, in general, hasn't got the hang of fries yet, and the oil is always too cold to properly fry them. They did have a good flavor. The combo, which included a small Coke, was 80 P.
I scoped out several other dishes and the pizzas looked pretty good. I'll return and report back, because pizza seems to be on the ascendency in Tijuana. The burgers looked pretty good, too, although they looked like the might also suffer from limp-fries syndrome.
My companion had the ensalada atun, from the Italian place, and it was pretty decent. Their strawberry-infused Jamaica was also quite tasty. IIRC, the salad and drink was also 80 P.
So, the Gyro rated a 5, the salad a 7. Not a home run, but a solid double. The place bears more investigation. The place is open until midnight on Friday and Saturday, so it looks to be an excellent alternative to the same old taco stands of the Zona Norte.
El Tinieblo is a rather cool, funky little bar right next to La Corriente, on the NE corner of Madero and 5th. There is even a connecting hallway between the two places.
It was too dark to take decent pix, so I could only get one. The place's theécor consists of these Victorian-esque wingback chairs, a nice long bar, a combination of real and porcelain animal heads on the walls, and some pinstripe wallpaper straight out of Beetlejuice. Their specialty is mescal-based drinks.
We got seated, ordered a couple of drinks and relaxed. The tall drink is their version of a mojito, the short is the mezcalita el tinieblo, I think. Memory is fuzzy. Total was about 150 P for the two.
Just as things were getting good, the DJ started. He launched into a gawd-awful trance mix. Some may dig it, but we certainly didn't. It just got worse, so we drank up and split for Dandy del Sur.
I liked the place and the ambiance, until the music started. I suspect when the DJ isn't in, and one is left with only the jukebox, it would be a good little watering hole.
Been there a few times with some chicas OTC they have DJs certain nights so sometimes it is chill depending. Overall cool vibe. I agree about Mexican fries. Problem is the prep with fresh potatoes. They need to be rinsed and soaked overnight. Then blanched cooked for a couple minutes then refried to crisp outside. Otherwise the potatoes absorb the oil and become oil blobs as you described not very good. Hopefully they up their French fry game.
I'm unsure why it's so. But the fried food in Tijuana is extremely greasy. They're often literally dripped with oil while on your plate.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1768459]I'm unsure why it's so. But the fried food in Tijuana is extremely greasy. They're often literally dripped with oil while on your plate.[/QUOTE]That generally denotes oil that's too cold. When it's too cold the food takes too long to cook and winds up absorbing a lot of oil. My guess is that either the equipment is old and rickety or the cook doesn't know any better because nobody has complained and/or showed him the right way. I know that I always order my fries "bien dorada" and sometimes they come out crispy, but often they don't. Major exception are the potatoes served with the Omelet Arrachera (sp?) at the Ticuan's restaurant. They always seem to come out nice and crispy.
Dropped into Chewin's on Thursday, about 2:30. It was very busy, but not like a weekend, when there is a line out the door.
This place is in Otay, not far from the airport. It's near the corner of Limon Padilla and Lazaro Cardenas, in a somewhat dumpy strip center with lots of different restaurants.
They specialize in pescado and filete sarandeando, but they have lots of other dishes.
Pictured here is the molcajete Chewin, which consists of raw shrimp, a few cooked shrimp, octopus and a scallop-like shellfish called a callo, IIRC. It was bathed in a nice citrus sauce, very heavy on lime juice, with red onion, cucumber and bits of tomato. Similar to aguachile, but nowhere near as spicy (and not green). In fact, I thought it was a bit on the bland side but my company requested something not too pico. But I quibble. The seafood was very fresh and very tasty. It needed a bit of salt (they have large shakers of the local grind, which is somewhere between kosher and regular table salt in coarseness) and a dash of hot sauce and it slid down quite nicely. IIRC, about 200 pesos.
But the bomb was the Quesadilla Chewin. These babies are a thick corn tortilla filled with their signature shrimp and cheese and spice mixture. Yes, it shouldn't work, but it does. Beautifully. They then fold them over and grill them over their wood-fired grill pit. They come out hot, with a very nice smoky flavor. These, alone, are worth the trip. 45 pesos each.
Not pictured was the cubeta of ficha size beers. 10 for 90 pesos. I could have sworn the menu said 140, but the bill said 90.
An added bonus is the army of very cute meseras.
I can think of worse ways to spend the better part of 2 hours. The bill came to just under 400 pesos.
Afterwards, we repaired to the Motel Ensueno, which is very close-by. Highly recommended if you're in Otay. 340 pesos for a "Sencillo. ".
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1770862]Dropped into Chewin's on Thursday, about 2:30. It was very busy, but not like a weekend, when there is a line out the door.
This place is in Otay, not far from the airport. It's near the corner of Limon Padilla and Lazaro Cardenas, in a somewhat dumpy strip center with lots of different restaurants.
They specialize in pescado and filete sarandeando, but they have lots of other dishes.
Pictured here is the molcajete Chewin, which consists of raw shrimp, a few cooked shrimp, octopus and a scallop-like shellfish called a callo, IIRC. It was bathed in a nice citrus sauce, very heavy on lime juice, with red onion, cucumber and bits of tomato. Similar to aguachile, but nowhere near as spicy (and not green). In fact, I thought it was a bit on the bland side but my company requested something not too pico. But I quibble. The seafood was very fresh and very tasty. It needed a bit of salt (they have large shakers of the local grind, which is somewhere between kosher and regular table salt in coarseness) and a dash of hot sauce and it slid down quite nicely. IIRC, about 200 pesos..[/QUOTE]Are there any restaurants on the way to the Zona from the border with comparable food to what are in the photos?
Otay is really out of the way even in relatively mild traffic.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1771551]Are there any restaurants on the way to the Zona from the border with comparable food to what are in the photos?
Otay is really out of the way even in relatively mild traffic.[/QUOTE]Nope, you're going to have to leave the "safe and secure" confines of the Zona and venture out into the hinterlands, braving cartel shoot-outs and dishonest locals. :D
But, seriously, I haven't seen anything equivalent to Chewin's. Look down a few posts to El Tinieblo. It's next to La Corriente, which has really good mariscos, and would be a good substitute, although they don't have the same grill.
Is there anything noteworthy between the Zona and the Playa? One would think that there'd be more seafood restaurants towards the beach.
Tried this place the other day. I guess this would be considered new age taco's? All I know the tacos were pretty good. The octopus tacos were great. Here's there link:
[URL]http://kokopelli.mx/[/URL]
Q.
[QUOTE=QuackUp;1772093]Tried this place the other day. I guess this would be considered new age taco's? All I know the tacos were pretty good. The octopus tacos were great. Here's there link:
[URL]http://kokopelli.mx/[/URL]
Q.[/QUOTE]Ooh. Thanks for the pix! These look great and I'll try them this weekend. I thought that name looked familiar. I've been past it but always on the way to someplace else.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1771986]Is there anything noteworthy between the Zona and the Playa? One would think that there'd be more seafood restaurants towards the beach.[/QUOTE]There are tons of great places in Playas. Between the Zona and Playas? Not so much. There are probably some good ones, but it will take a lot of research to find them. Some of that in some pretty dicey neighborhoods.
LOS Arcos (don't know if it's any relation to the one in town) is on the beach and has great ceviche tostadas. Several other places along the waterfront are good, too. It's hard to get bad fish there. Blow 100 pesos for a cab ride to Playas and have a ball. It's worth the trip.
It was too hot to take a taxi anywhere on Friday so I settled for the Shrimp coctail. It was decent. They give you just enough shrimps to cure the hunger bug. And it was cold which is great on a blistering hot day. Talked to a waiter there and he tells me there are tons of seafood restaurants in the Playa. Apparently it's easy getting there also as there is a direct highway from the border to the playa. 10 minutes he said. I presume that is not during peak hours.
Just a couple of quick pix of a decent place in Playas.
LOS Arcos II is one of several places lining the street near the border fence. They're all up above the beach and all have nice ocean views. It's very popular to grab a chair along the "bar" and eat while watching the goings-on on the beach.
As all of the other joints here, they specialize in seafood. I've yet to try all of the other places, because the ceviche here is so good I usually just gravitate here. The 10 peso ceviche tostada is sort of a tradition around here, and many places advertise them as sort of a loss-leader to get bodies in the door.
The taco pictured here is the taco de camarones enchilados. It's made from shrimp, cheese and spices. It's very tasty, but not in the same league as Chewin's. It's still very good and worth the 30 pesos.
The tostada is their traditional 10 peso ceviche de pescado. It may look a bit small, but it's heaped with very good ceviche. Unless you're starving, it's difficult to eat more than 2 or 3. Worth every centavo.
So, a nice lunch of this taco, this tostada and a couple of cold beers set me back about 100 pesos. About $6 in real money, but with a million-dollar view.
Based upon Mr. Q's recommendation, I had to check out Kokopelli.
This one is in Las Palmas, which is conveniently located near absolutely nothing. It's a major PITA to locate, and parking isn't great. But it's worth the drive. The one in Zona Rio is much more convenient.
Anyway, the place is a small open-air affair, like most of the taco places in Tijuana. But the employees were all trendy hipster-types. The waitress had face hardware and a tat sleeve. The head cook had a major Rastafarian thing going.
The menu consists mostly of tacos based upon some sort of fish. I say mostly because there is a section of the menu (not pictured) with their "Experimental" things.
They specialize in several interesting salsas, pictured and with their accompanying descriptions. The Tears of Lucifer is very, very hot. I like extremely spicy stuff, so it wasn't a big problem. But I don't particularly like the taste of habaneros, so I didn't care much for it. The next one, hocico de perro (misspelled as ocico) was still plenty spicy but had enough other flavors from the vinegar and onion, to make it interesting. The Robo de Dante I found a bit boring. The Castigo Azteca, by popular vote, was considered as having the most interesting flavors. The Espuma de Mar was rather sweet, and good on shrimp.
The first taco pic is of the Kraken. It really doesn't present well, but is very good.
The next pic is of two items from the vegetarian page. The top one is the Funky, the bottom the Italiano. Both were based on Portabella mushrooms. The Funky had a sort of Italian Basil leaf which added a nice brightness to the dish. The Italiano was a bit bland, IMHO, but my companion liked it.
The next pic is of one of their experimental items. IIRC, it's the Pambazo de atun. It's smaller than it looks. It's on an extremely soft and tasty pambazo bun. You can kind of see where it's been dipped in the guajillo sauce (the exterior was much redder than it appears in the pic). But, these are extremely soft and not tough, making it perfect for a sandwich of this nature. It has avocado, their special sauce, a couple of cheese tuiles, and the tuna concoction below. Delicious, although a bit messy.
Not pictured were the Gringo en vacacion and the Rasta. My other companion reported that there were very good.
Drinks were sodas and some very good agua de pepino.
My only quibble is that the tacos and tuna thingy had so many layered flavors that the taste of the main ingredient, the fish, was lost. You really couldn't tell if what you were eating was octopus, tuna, or whatever. But, that's a minor quibble.
So, let's see. My 2 items, Companion 1 had 3, Companion 2 had 2 plus a ceviche tostada, and 3 or 4 drinks. Total was just under 400 pesos. Say about $25. Well worth the trip.
Any driving tips to avoid the cops and Tijuana Traffic? As I understand it, there is a freeway that is on the edge of Tijuana going around it and the city itself is in the middle. The Zona is the most favorite shakedown area. And cops likes to stop California plates. So in theory I should use the freeway as much as possible and avoid driving in the Zona right?
It's too difficult to visit all the restaurants in a Taxi.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1773706]Any driving tips to avoid the cops and Tijuana Traffic? As I understand it, there is a freeway that is on the edge of Tijuana going around it and the city itself is in the middle. The Zona is the most favorite shakedown area. And cops likes to stop California plates. So in theory I should use the freeway as much as possible and avoid driving in the Zona right?
It's too difficult to visit all the restaurants in a Taxi.[/QUOTE]Tijuana has bad traffic, especially on Friday and Saturday. No avoiding that.
The freeway isn't exactly like, say, a beltway where you can circumnavigate the city and hop off at a destination, then hop back on again. You can avoid a lot of the north end of town by using the Via Internacional, and that dumps you onto the Via Rapida, so you could get around that way. But the Zona is smack in the "middle" (not literally) of the old downtown area, and there really is no good way in and out. I find the easiest way to get out is to head up Ninos Heroes to 8th, then over to Sanchez Taboada. From there you can get to anywhere in Zona Rio easily, or get onto the Via Rapida for points east. Reverse course to get back into the Zona. 3rd used to be easier but I stopped during all the construction.
I have no personal evidence that the cops stop CA plates more often in the Zona, but I'm always nervous driving through there at night anyway, so I avoid it. I know that lots of gringos drive into the Zona, get likkered up and then want to drive home. So, my theory is that they stop more in the Zona than elsewhere, looking for potential DUIs.
I don't know if, in general, cops jack up CA plates more often, or not. Lots and lots of locals have cars with CA plates. I have a friend who used to have a car until she blew up the engine. It had CA plates and she thought that CA plates got jacked up more, but it sounded to me like the cops simply assumed that, if you have CA plates, you have more money and can extract larger mordidas.
I've had a few run-ins with the cops while driving. It's been a mixed bag. I got jacked up by a cop in Mexicali when I made a marginal left turn. The local guy just ahead of me did it, but I had CA plates so I'm sure that's why I got stopped. Rocky the Flying Squirrel talked the cop's ear off and I got out of it with a 200 peso tip. Once I got snagged in an alcoholmetrico (or whatever the fuck they call it). That's no fun. I blew a. 04 and walked. Another time I got pulled over leaving La Cueva. I wasn't anywhere near even a. 04 but I really didn't want to fuck with it. After some foxing around and oblique suggestions, and 200 pesos, I walked. However, when I got hit by the bus the transit cop stopped, shook my hand, and tried to explain what my options were, even though he didn't speak a word of English. The Perito guy was very polite and professional. My point is that traffic cops are no picnic, but they' not that bad. My suggestions are that you DO NOT SPEAK SPANISH. Be polite. If he's after a bribe you'll know it and it'll be up to you to pay or go see the judge. Don't act scared (easier said than done). MAKE SURE YOU HAVE YOUR LICENSE AND REGISTRATION. If money is discussed (and it may not be directly addressed) keep it low. 200 pesos seems to be a more than adequate mordida. And, DON"T RIDE DIRTY.
Sorry for the rambling. To answer your question, you can use the "freeway" to the extent possible but it won't be possible to avoid driving on the city streets a lot. In my case, I see everything I want to see during the day and early evening. I don't drink much (couple of beers with a meal) during the day. At night, when the booze starts flowing, the car gets parked and it's 100% taxis.
One last tip, practice during the day. The traffic patterns, especially in the glorietas (round abouts), can be confusing at best. And some of the locals drive as if they had a major death wish.
Hey Phord,
Are you part Mexican? LOL! I couldn't handle the pink salsa. I had to wait awhile to cool my tongue down. Glad you and you companions enjoyed the food. I need to stay more than a day trip so I can try out your places at the playas. Keep the recommendations coming.
On Paseo de los Heroes, in the Abraham Lincoln glorieta, are several places. La Encomienda and LOS Remedios are sort of twins.
Inside it's lots of dark wood, very masculine, with a style a bit like an old Mexican Hacienda. Lots of wine racks adorn the walls. It was a very pleasant night, so we sat outside. It's nice, but the view is of the parking lot and the street got a bit noisy at times.
They have a very large wine list, mostly from Mexico, with a few Spanish and French labels tossed in for good measure. I've stopped buying bottles of wine at California restaurants due to the insane pricing system that's become the norm lately. Most places now seem to charge between 300% and 400% of retail. I refuse to pay like $80 for a $20 bottle of wine. Fortunately, that trend hasn't gained as much traction in Mexico. The waiter recommended a very nice Vino de Reina Sangiovese from the Valle de San Vicente area. Very nice, for 335 pesos, or about $21. As near as I can tell, that's about a 60% of retail markup, very fair.
We weren't too hungry so we opted for a couple of small plates.
The bread they serve for starters is very interesting. It's dome shaped with a nice crust. It looks all the world like a sourdough or maybe some sort of bolillo. But it has a very coarse crumb and tastes almost identical to a baking powder biscuit. It was delicious.
The casserole-looking thing is their queso fundido. QF in the states is usually some wretched combination of Velveeta and green / red peppers. Ugh. I was very underwhelmed when my companion ordered it. But what showed up was this dish, which had been filled with a mild white cheese (perhaps Oaxacan cheese, but I don't know and forgot to ask), put under the salamander and broiled until it melted and got this wonderful brown caramelized crust on it. Dayum!
Sorry for the fuzzy photo, but the other item is their homemade Chorizo Uruguayo. I'm not exactly sure what all is in it, but this dish, alone, is worth the drive. From LA. In the rain. Yes, it's that good. I think it's mostly pork, with some beef and maybe bacon. Very slightly spicy, very rich and pairs well with the wine.
The trick here is to take a piece of that great bread, put some of the sausage on it, cover it with a blob of that cheese and bliss out. Wash it down with some of the wine. There are certainly worse things to eat in Tijuana.
Oh, the tortillas weren't worth unwrapping. Maybe the most uninspired tortillas I've eaten in Mexico. The flour ones were edible, the corn ones, well...
Total damage was 487 pesos, or about $30, including the wine.
How do you guys drive across the border? There are 6 lanes into Mexico, which is the Sentri? Which is the fastest lane? Any tips in avoid pissing off Mexican border patrol when entering, and pissing off American Border Patrol when driving back?
(Yeah I know, no guns and pot).
I had 2 tostadas de ceviche and 1 shrimp taco with 2 beers to wash it down this Saturday. Worth every penny and mighty good. Keep these reviews coming
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1773685]Just a couple of quick pix of a decent place in Playas.
LOS Arcos II is one of several places lining the street near the border fence. They're all up above the beach and all have nice ocean views. It's very popular to grab a chair along the "bar" and eat while watching the goings-on on the beach.
As all of the other joints here, they specialize in seafood. I've yet to try all of the other places, because the ceviche here is so good I usually just gravitate here. The 10 peso ceviche tostada is sort of a tradition around here, and many places advertise them as sort of a loss-leader to get bodies in the door.
The taco pictured here is the taco de camarones enchilados. It's made from shrimp, cheese and spices. It's very tasty, but not in the same league as Chewin's. It's still very good and worth the 30 pesos.
The tostada is their traditional 10 peso ceviche de pescado. It may look a bit small, but it's heaped with very good ceviche. Unless you're starving, it's difficult to eat more than 2 or 3. Worth every centavo.
So, a nice lunch of this taco, this tostada and a couple of cold beers set me back about 100 pesos. About $6 in real money, but with a million-dollar view.[/QUOTE].
I am looking for a place in Tijuana that serves lobster Thermidor. ? I found a place in Puerto Nuevo that servers lobster thermidor at a reasonable price. It's a hassle to go visit Puerto Nuevo so I would rather find a place in Tijuana.
[QUOTE=ItsMeBeyatch;1779399]I had 2 tostadas de ceviche and 1 shrimp taco with 2 beers to wash it down this Saturday. Worth every penny and mighty good. Keep these reviews coming.[/QUOTE]Thanks. I appreciate the props. Another review next week, I hope.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;1779403]I am looking for a place in Tijuana that serves lobster Thermidor. ? I found a place in Puerto Nuevo that servers lobster thermidor at a reasonable price. It's a hassle to go visit Puerto Nuevo so I would rather find a place in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]Lobster Thermidor? Seriously? With the sauce, and the Gruyere cheese and everything? Welcome to 1962! LOL.
Tijuana isn't exactly a hotbed of French cuisine. There are a few places but, AFAIK, none of them serve Lobster Thermidor.
I've been lazy in TRs and food info. So, I'll try to catch up this week.
Just a quickie. A couple of weeks back I was leaving Centro after dropping off Miss Scatterbrain. I was hungry but, being a weekday, my favorite hot dog stand on Revu wasn't there. So, I spotted this place and figured I had little to lose. As you exit Centro on Calle 8, you turn right on Sanchez Taboada. This joint is on the right side of the road, before you get to the Pemex station. So, it's right on the way to the SENTRI line.
First, don't let anybody tell you that Tijuana doesn't have good burgers. The beef may not be as good as that in the USA, but, if done properly, it can still be mighty tasty.
They had a sign on the sidewalk with their daily special, in this case the Tradicional (IIRC). I was expecting some small burger with a paper-thin meat patty. Boy, was I surprised.
The picture doesn't do it justice. There was nobody in the joint, being between lunch and dinner, so I couldn't take too many pix without looking like an idiot. So I couldn't get a picture of the insides. Anyway, the burger is huge. It's a very large bun and the thick meat patty fills it up. The meat was well done (I prefer hamburger medium or medium well) but still very juicy, so no problem. The charcoal fire imparted a nice flavor. The burger came with mayonnaise, IIRC a sort of Thousand Island sauce, fresh tomato slices and fresh iceberg lettuce. A pleasant surprise was the small order of fries. They really don't look good in the photo, but they were hot, very crisp and had a good flavor. Far different from the standard Mexican limp greasy things that pass for fries in some places. In fact, I had to compliment the serving lady on how good they were.
I didn't try their drinks, as I had a long drive and didn't want to stop to take a whiz. TMI, I know.
The upshot is that I left pleased and very full. Total damage was 50 pesos plus 10 peso tip. I'd give the burger a solid 7 out of 10. Worth repeating.
If you find yourself in Otay, and in need of some really good mariscos, you can do worse than checking out Walter Jr. Technically, it's on the corner of Lazaro Cardenas and Julian Adame Calderon, but Calderon is just a little side street. It fronts onto the semi-paved frontage road that parallels Hwy. 2 that runs south through Otay. It's directly opposite the giant Comercial sign on the other side of the road, and just down the block from Chewin's. Sorry, I didn't get a picture of the sign, but it's hard to miss.
The tend to specialize in really fresh shrimp and octopus. The prices are very reasonable.
The taco pictured is pulpo enchilada. Octupus with cheese and spices, which sounds revolting but, in fact, is delicious. They also have camaron enchilada, which is the same thing, but with shrimp. Again, sounds terrible but it's delish. My lunchmate was impressed. Not quite as good as Chewin's, but darn close.
The molcajete is full of aguachile. It looks small, but the bowl was deep and full of raw shrimp marinating in the slightly spicy citrus juice. As you can see, lots of cucumber and red onion. The large is plenty for 2 people. They offer raw shrimp or cooked, so if you're scared of raw shrimp, you'll still have something to eat.
The taco was 28 pesos. The aguachile grande was 125 pesos, only 20 pesos more than the mediana. The beers were 25 pesos. So, with 4 beers the damage was 281 pesos, about $17.50.
I finally found a decent pizza place in Tijuana. It's more than decent, it's quite good.
The place is a bit hard to find. It's on the corner of Salinas and Escuadron 201. It's across the Escuadron 201 from LOS Arcos. Google Maps will take you to the back of the place on 201, but you can't get in from there. It's in a dumpy little area with terrible parking. In fact it's mandatory valet, at least on weekends. Maybe every night.
I was looking for a good pizza place, they got pretty good online reviews and it was near my hotel. So, why not? Turned out to be a good call. Rocky the Flying Squirrel and I went on Friday. The joint was packed, with a 20 - 30 minute wait, and I can see why. While we were waiting I watched the chefs hand-stretch the pizza dough, always a good sign. It was dark and hard to get pix. I got one of part of the menu, and another of part of the wine list. The list was pretty extensive, but rather pricey, by Mexican standards. My guess is that it's somewhere between 200% - 300% of retail.
We ordered 2 pizzas to go because neither of us wanted to wait for a table. When we got back to the room and dug in I was very pleasantly surprised. They have a stone pizza oven, and they obviously know how to use it. The heart of a good pizza is the crust and that's where most of the Tijuana pizzas have problems. Horneo doesn't have that problem. The crust was thin, but not cracker-like. The edges were nicely charred. What I really liked was the yeasty flavor of the crust. Had I been able to eat it when it was fresh I think it would have scored a 9. 5 out of 10. It had become a tad soggy by the time we got it back to the room, but that's not their fault.
The large one is their Fugazzeta Especial. It has white onion cured with olive oil and lots of oregano, strips of roasted red chili pepper and slices of prosciutto. Delicious. The small one was pepperoni and mushroom. Again, very good flavors. Minor quibble, could have used a bit more cheese, and the tomato sauce is a bit bland. Small quibbles, to be sure.
I think the large was 125 pesos, the small was 85. Well worth the money. They have an extensive pizza menu with lots of interesting combinations, so you won't get bored. Next time I think we'll get the 5 cheeses one.
[QUOTE=UpCountry;1801837]Nice Authentic ones.[/QUOTE]I'm going to try this too. Glad it is made well done. There is no way I am eating ground beef medium rare especially in Mexico.
Maybe this belongs in the Ensenada thread, but that thread is totally dead. "Thread's dead, baby!" <groan!
I try to hit every AB site, in as many countries as possible. So, here's one:
If you want some of the very best ceviche on the planet, here it is. I think AB's term was Michelin-class. The middle-aged lady who runs it is justifiably famous. You see her on Mexican TV, US TV sometimes, and her stand has pix of her with all the famous Mexican chefs, as well AB and Rick Bayless.
Anyway, this tiny little ceviche cart, located on the corner of Lopez Mateos and Alvarado, serves up some of the best ceviche I've ever eaten, at unbelievably low prices. There is a line from morning until they run out of stuff, around dusk.
The white tostada pictured is the Ensalada de jaiba con callo de hacha. It was very good, but a bit bland for me and, at 70 pesos, there are better things. It was still delicious, and others were snarfing it up, so I may have been in the minority.
In the picture with two tostadas, the one of the left is the La Guerrerense, the one on the right is the Almeja. I have no idea what's in the La Guerrerense. Clams, fish, who knows what else? It's slightly sweet and addictive. The almeja is clams, onion, cilantro, citrus and, again, highly addictive. They don't present particularly well, but they are worth every centavo of the measly 18 peso price. They are expert at blending the various flavors together to make something simple, but delicioius.
This place alone is almost worth the drive to Ensenada. If you're going, make sure to stop here. Go early because they run out of everything by afternoon. I couldn't help myself and I went back in the afternoon and all they had was the almeja. Not that it was a bad thing. You could certainly do worse.
I apologize for not being able to sample more. After those 3 items I could eat no more. As I said, I went back later in the day, but virtually everything was gone. Next time...
What is a very good dish to order while in Tijuana (other than tacos and burritos) that no restaurant can screw up?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1807564]What is a very good dish to order while in Tijuana (other than tacos and burritos) that no restaurant can screw up?[/QUOTE]Huevos con chorizo.
If you'll be a bit more specific as to the type of food and what part of town you're willing to go to, I might be able to offer better information.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1807803]Huevos con chorizo.
If you'll be a bit more specific as to the type of food and what part of town you're willing to go to, I might be able to offer better information.[/QUOTE]On foot, from the bridge to the Church on LOS Heros to HK, I want to stop at every decent (doesn't need to be the best) eatery and try something new on every visit.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1808005]On foot, from the bridge to the Church on LOS Heros to HK, I want to stop at every decent (doesn't need to be the best) eatery and try something new on every visit.[/QUOTE]You're pretty much SOL if that's the only area.
There is a taco cart on 2nd and Madero, NW corner (not the SW corner) that has probably the best al pastor I've eaten. They are there at night, until they run out. They are also dirt cheap.
If you can venture outside of the zona, barely, during the day, the very best birria de res tacos are on 4th and Ninos Heroes. SW corner. You can't miss it due to the mobs surrounding it.
The rabbit warren of food shops in the "food court" next to the church will yield some good, home-style Mexican food.
There is some interesting food in Colectivo 9, Revu and 6th, west side.
Chiki Jai has great tapas. 7th and Revu, NE corner.
That's about it within walking distance. You'll have to scrounge up some courage and venture into the more dangerous parts of Tijuana, like the Zona Gastronimico, to get some of the really good stuff. Take a date.
The area you described is the Grand Ma track.
Not much is decent there, except perhaps the rotten and drippy crotches of street walkers and old Mexican women.
La Perla is a very good sea food restaurant, but the rest of the other seafood on Primera and 8th street just smell horrible with lots of dead fish. How the hell can you eat anything in places like that?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1808005]On foot, from the bridge to the Church on LOS Heros to HK, I want to stop at every decent (doesn't need to be the best) eatery and try something new on every visit.[/QUOTE]
I'd been wanting to try this place for quite a while but the stars never aligned. One weekend in November they did.
The place is located near Office Depot, just down the street from the delicious taco truck Tacos Aaron. Those of you who are brave enough to venture into Zona Rio will know exactly where this is.
They have a large menu, but they have a lot of different breakfasts, which is what I wanted. I have included a pic of the Desayuno menu.
My companion ordered the mushroom omelet, which was very light, cooked properly and tasty. She digs 'shrooms and said it was very good.
Mine was the Jarocha. Unfortunately it does not present well. In fact, it looks a bit off-putting. But looks can be deceiving. It consists of 3 small corn tortillas filled with the fluffiest omelet I can recall outside of a Waffle House (and that's a compliment). One of the three also had cheese within. They are covered with a puree of frijoles negros, and crumbled grilled chorizo on top. Everything is accompanied by some chilaquiles, some delicious roast potatoes and some chicharron. The chicharron had a very good taste, but being a gringo the texture was intolerable. LOL.
No pictured was the fresh OJ, very good. The coffee was also excellent.
It's probably a 50 or 60 peso cab ride from Centro. So, if one is willing to ignore the headless bodies in the street, if one can dodge the bullets from the narco gun battles on every corner of the Zona Rio, if one isn't scared of running the gauntlet of cops lined up along Paseo de LOS Heroes waiting to shake down gringos, then this place is absolutely worth a visit for food that you can't get elsewhere.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1773706]Any driving tips to avoid the cops and Tijuana Traffic? As I understand it, there is a freeway that is on the edge of Tijuana going around it and the city itself is in the middle. The Zona is the most favorite shakedown area. And cops likes to stop California plates. So in theory I should use the freeway as much as possible and avoid driving in the Zona right?
It's too difficult to visit all the restaurants in a Taxi.[/QUOTE]I recently moved to playas, so I've been doing a lot of driving and exploring and so far the only experiences I've had with federales or transitos (traffic cops) was a DUI checkpoint and my buddy getting pulled over for talking on the phone, he actually got a ticket. But it's actually super cheap to take uber in Tijuana. You basically get local taxi prices. For example my Amiga who is from Tijuana pays about $80 mxn from libertad Tijuana to my apartment in playas, for that same trip for me they would try to charge 180 mxn even with my knowledge of prices and decent Spanish but when I took uber from my apartment to otay border I only paid 125 mxn, which depending on the time of day you could get charged anywhere from 10 to 20 usd.
This is a good tip.
After eating a few La Zona's pussies, I always wanted to find some good restaurants outside of La Zona, but I just hate the haggling with taxi drivers and the their costs are too high to go for meals. So I will try to order UBER drivers for short rides to El Centro for better food than those pissy carts around La Zona.
I just found Tito Mariscos on O'Campo and Calle 6. Damn. Their sea food was so good and so cheap. They serve large and fresh shrimps, not the tiny type in LA Zona. 4 large dishes cost me 105 pesos which was $5. 50. I was full after 1 shrimp taco and a soup, and had to pack 2/3 of the lunch to go. Will try to find more good eat places near downtown.
Is there a Mexican equivalent of UBER?
Mexican taxi drivers are very rough. In Mexico City they attacked UBER drivers with clubs and rocks, breaking glasses and beating up drivers:
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=948Jn3ggJUQ[/URL]
[QUOTE=ItsXJustXJizz;1831498]I recently moved to playas, so I've been doing a lot of driving and exploring and so far the only experiences I've had with federales or transitos (traffic cops) was a DUI checkpoint and my buddy getting pulled over for talking on the phone, he actually got a ticket. But it's actually super cheap to take uber in Tijuana. You basically get local taxi prices. For example my Amiga who is from Tijuana pays about $80 mxn from libertad Tijuana to my apartment in playas, for that same trip for me they would try to charge 180 mxn even with my knowledge of prices and decent Spanish but when I took uber from my apartment to otay border I only paid 125 mxn, which depending on the time of day you could get charged anywhere from 10 to 20 usd.[/QUOTE]
On the way in on Calle 3 at O'Campo at the pintura paint shop, tell the cab driver to turn left and take you to Tito Mariscos on calle 6. It's on the East side. The cab driver should know where it is, cannot miss.
The place is nice, fairly clean, smelling good. Their seafood is so much better than La Perla, and the portions are huge. Their shrimps are large size, not the small ones in La Perla. I was hungry so ordered 2 tacos, 1 Shrimp tossed salad and 1 soup. I was full after 1 taco and the soup. Had to pack the rest to go. 4 dishes, the bill came to 105 pesos or $5. 50.
I will come back to this place with a 6-pack of cold beer or a bottle of wine.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1808005]On foot, from the bridge to the Church on LOS Heros to HK, I want to stop at every decent (doesn't need to be the best) eatery and try something new on every visit.[/QUOTE]
Are there additional sales tax on the amounts posted in the menu, and what is the norm when it comes to tipping in the restaurant, such as La Perla?
Thanks in advance.
[QUOTE=EagleRoamer;1846396]Are there additional sales tax on the amounts posted in the menu, and what is the norm when it comes to tipping in the restaurant, such as La Perla?
Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]My very limited experience is that the price quoted on the menu is what I've paid. No added tax.
[QUOTE=EagleRoamer;1846396]Are there additional sales tax on the amounts posted in the menu, and what is the norm when it comes to tipping in the restaurant, such as La Perla?
Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]There is a tax (an IVA tax) on prepared food served in restaurants. However you may or may not be charged a separately stated (IVA or sales type of) tax on your restaurant check. Many restaurants include (absorb) the tax in their menu prices, so it may seem like there's no tax. If you see tax separately stated as an add-on in some restaurants, it most likely is not a scam.
If you want to appear like a local, you won't tip waiters or waitresses at all. Tipping is not customary for many restaurant customers in Mexico. I tip around 10% for good service, and less for poor service in Tijuana. Even my tips, which are small by USA Standards, appear to be greatly appreciated in places I frequent.
[QUOTE=EagleRoamer;1846396]Are there additional sales tax on the amounts posted in the menu, and what is the norm when it comes to tipping in the restaurant, such as La Perla?
Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1846739]There is a tax (an IVA tax) on prepared food served in restaurants. However you may or may not be charged a separately stated (IVA or sales type of) tax on your restaurant check. Many restaurants include (absorb) the tax in their menu prices, so it may seem like there's no tax. If you see tax separately stated as an add-on in some restaurants, it most likely is not a scam.
If you want to appear like a local, you won't tip waiters or waitresses at all. Tipping is not customary for many restaurant customers in Mexico. I tip around 10% for good service, and less for poor service in Tijuana. Even my tips, which are small by USA Standards, appear to be greatly appreciated in places I frequent.[/QUOTE]Yes, as SMD said, the Mexican VAT applies to restaurants (and just about everything else you buy). Many of the "nicer" places have menu prices that include IVA, then on the bill the items will have oddball prices (excluding IVA) and then the IVA broken out separately on the bill. On rare occasions you may see an item with full menu price, and then IVA added on top. Usually the menu states somewhere that the prices include IVA.
Unfortunately, due to Tijuana's proximity to the USA, tipping has become endemic. At most places now, if you use a credit card, there is a line for Propina. Often, if you choose to pay by CC, the guy brings a portable machine to your table, scans your card, then asks you if you wish to add a tip, and, if so, what percentage. Very weird and a bit off-putting.
My rule of thumb is at nicer places I'll do 10%, maaaayyybeeeee 15% if it's an outstanding meal with outstanding service. 10% is always appreciated, anything more is greatly appreciated. Yes, it feels like being a cheapskate in the USA, but it's not. At local joints you either don't tip at all, or leave a couple of coins, like 10 or 15 pesos. It's a very tough habit to break and I'm always asking my companions about correct tip amounts, and I feel like a total pinche codo when I put down the equivalent of $1.00 or $1.50 for meal in a semi-casual joint, but that's the way it's done.
10% is plenty at La Perla.
[QUOTE=EagleRoamer;1846396]Are there additional sales tax on the amounts posted in the menu, and what is the norm when it comes to tipping in the restaurant, such as La Perla? Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]If there is a sales tax, I have never seen at any time additional to the price of the food. Regarding tipping, as others have said, it's been brought over from USA. When I go to MX or any other other country, I go to spend money. So, I always tip in dollars, regardless of the exchange rate even though I may never see the waiter again in the bar. There usually is bad service but I do not want to fret over small change and just have fun. It's up to you and you can always tip less. The person I least I want to tip is the guy in the bathrooms who takes away the paper towles and hands you a piece expecting a tip. I could easily rear a paper towel myself.
La Perla is a fairly fancy restaurant and the service is very good. There is a skinny, good-looking, smiling blonde who has been working there many years. The poor young girls have to work very hard. They would crack a big smile when they see a good tip. So I usually tip 20%.
The friends from China all wanted to take pictures with these blondes to show off to their friends at home. She was always complying and smiling graciously, so I have to be more generous with propinas to her. These guys from China are used to women acting cold and reserve, lest they be known as sluts. So they were delighted with the warmth, fun and friendliness by La Perla's waitresses.
In less fancy restaurants I would tip 10% if the restaurants have no waiters, I would not tip at all.
[QUOTE=EagleRoamer;1846396]Are there additional sales tax on the amounts posted in the menu, and what is the norm when it comes to tipping in the restaurant, such as La Perla?
Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=LifeIsABeach;1846849] The person I least I want to tip is the guy in the bathrooms who takes away the paper towles and hands you a piece expecting a tip. I could easily rear a paper towel myself.[/QUOTE]I tip that guy because he keeps the bathroom spotlessly clean. Very small tip, perhaps a quarter or a 5 peso coin. Sometimes more or less, depending on what I pull out of my pocket.
Sometimes they keep the tip box empty except for a dollar taped to the bottom, perhaps to make small tippers feel cheap.
I generally tip 100 pesos or $1 per person for food served. So if it's only me, it's $1. If I'm with a girl, it's 2 x. If it's poor food or service, no tips. If it's a purely local restaurant that serves only Locals, no tip because locals don't tip. Bathroom attendants get a quarter unless I use products such as hairspray, then it's 100 pesos or $1. If they make a face when they see only a quarter, then I stop tipping.
At the bar, bartenders get no tip. In the clubs, waiters get $1 unless they're pushy or take a girl's drink prematurely (they love to do this) then no tip just to make it crystal clear who's the boss.
You should count your money again. 100 P is more like $5 not $1. Perhaps you mean the 20-peso notes.
You should tip the bathroom attendants because he has to pay for that job, keep the joint clean, then hope to make it back in tips. The guy in Adelita is very rude and aggressive. I give him minimum.
HK's bar tenders are on salaries. They don't work for tips. Any tips given to them go straight into the boss' fat pocket. So I don't tip bar tenders.
You seem to have the right attitudes about tipping.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1847227]I generally tip 100 pesos or $1 per person for food served. So if it's only me, it's $1. If I'm with a girl, it's 2 x. If it's poor food or service, no tips. If it's a purely local restaurant that serves only Locals, no tip because locals don't tip. Bathroom attendants get a quarter unless I use products such as hairspray, then it's 100 pesos or $1. If they make a face when they see only a quarter, then I stop tipping.
At the bar, bartenders get no tip. In the clubs, waiters get $1 unless they're pushy or take a girl's drink prematurely (they love to do this) then no tip just to make it crystal clear who's the boss.[/QUOTE]
Typo. It's 10 pesos tipping, not 100 pesos.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1847227]I generally tip 100 pesos or $1 per person for food served. So if it's only me, it's $1. If I'm with a girl, it's 2 x. If it's poor food or service, no tips. If it's a purely local restaurant that serves only Locals, no tip because locals don't tip. Bathroom attendants get a quarter unless I use products such as hairspray, then it's 100 pesos or $1. If they make a face when they see only a quarter, then I stop tipping.
At the bar, bartenders get no tip. In the clubs, waiters get $1 unless they're pushy or take a girl's drink prematurely (they love to do this) then no tip just to make it crystal clear who's the boss.[/QUOTE]If you're handing out 100 peso notes like $1 bills, no wonder you're popular. :D
$1 is fine for Zona eateries. It's absolutely not for more upscale places.
And to say that locals don't tip is actually untrue. Locals tip for lots of things, but they don't tip like gringos.
The guy who directs traffic and "helps" you back out of your parking space at any one of a bazillion strip malls around town expects, and gets, a small tip. They guy who bags your groceries gets a small tip. In many cases their entire livelihood consists of these tips and if they had to rely on tips from gringos they'd starve.
The biggest difference is that gringos toss money to anybody within shouting distance. Locals tip peso coins, in smaller amounts, and the tipping is more "targeted. " Locals know who to tip and who not to tip.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1847558]The biggest difference is that gringos toss money to anybody within shouting distance. Locals tip peso coins, in smaller amounts, and the tipping is more "targeted. " Locals know who to tip and who not to tip.[/QUOTE]When I check into a hotel room in Tijuana for an overnight stay, I typically tip the desk clerk 5 or 10 pesos. My friends in Tijuana are always suggesting to me to cease that practice (but I won't, primarily because I want a lot of cooperation from the person manning that post).
A post by Jackie has me thinking: I've always tipped bartenders who serve me drinks at the bar the same way as I tip the waiters (10% to 45% due to numerous variables).
Am I messing up by doing that?
I understand that a bartender is performing essentially the same services whether they serve me directly, or serve my waiter (for which bartenders get no tip).
I'd be interested in people's opinions here.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1847572]When I check into a hotel room in Tijuana for an overnight stay, I typically tip the desk clerk 5 or 10 pesos. My friends in Tijuana are always suggesting to me to cease that practice (but I won't, primarily because I want a lot of cooperation from the person manning that post).
A post by Jackie has me thinking: I've always tipped bartenders who serve me drinks at the bar the same way as I tip the waiters (10% to 45% due to numerous variables).
Am I messing up by doing that?
I understand that a bartender is performing essentially the same services whether they serve me directly, or serve my waiter (for which bartenders get no tip).
I'd be interested in people's opinions here.[/QUOTE]In my case, I treat the bartenders and the bar waiters (not restaurant waiters) the same. 10 pesos per round. That may be a bit on the generous side, and lots of local bartenders don't really expect it (tipping the bartender is just a habit that is extremely hard to break). The meseros appreciate it. Occasionally I think they expect something larger due to my pasty white skin. But it's a rare day indeed when I pay for anything in Tijuana with greenbacks.
Sometimes it pays to bit a bit more generous. A couple of weeks ago Rocky the Flying Squirrel wanted to go to a particular club. The mesero wanted to sit us away from the stage. Rocky said no and wanted a reserved table close to the stage. He acquiesced, so for the first round I think I gave him 50 pesos for the round and for the nice table. He really appreciated that and was extremely attentive all night (not pushy, just attentive). I watched him chase away some other mesero who tried to poach us. In this case, 10 pesos was a bit more than 10%, but I couldn't bring myself to tip 5 pesos. But if there had been 3 or 4 of us, it still would have been 10 pesos per round.
So, I don't think you're messing up by tipping the bar staff a bit. 45% sounds a bit steep, but I'm sure there were good reasons.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1847572]When I check into a hotel room in Tijuana for an overnight stay, I typically tip the desk clerk 5 or 10 pesos. My friends in Tijuana are always suggesting to me to cease that practice (but I won't, primarily because I want a lot of cooperation from the person manning that post).
A post by Jackie has me thinking: I've always tipped bartenders who serve me drinks at the bar the same way as I tip the waiters (10% to 45% due to numerous variables).
Am I messing up by doing that?
I understand that a bartender is performing essentially the same services whether they serve me directly, or serve my waiter (for which bartenders get no tip).
I'd be interested in people's opinions here.[/QUOTE]Me personally, it comes down to my personal relationship with each person. If I like them, I tip them. My favorite waiters also provide the latest news such as who the new girls are, which one is a *****, which to avoid. What time my favorite is scheduled to work, where cops are shaking people down, etc. What areas I should avoid. And I often share one of my 2 for 1 beer with them. Well OK, I also took one waitress arriba. But as a result, I've ran into waiters over at Valentina Bar who bought me a drink. Funny world. Bartenders on the other hand, contribute nothing extra. If one day they contribute something, then I would tip.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1847572]A post by Jackie has me thinking: I've always tipped bartenders who serve me drinks at the bar the same way as I tip the waiters (10% to 45% due to numerous variables). Am I messing up by doing that? I understand that a bartender is performing essentially the same services whether they serve me directly, or serve my waiter (for which bartenders get no tip). I'd be interested in people's opinions here.[/QUOTE]I treat bartenders the same as waiters. I tip everybody. As I am only there for two nights, I do not bother changing dollars to pesos even though the exchange rate is quite good. For the two bears that come with a single order, I tip USD 1. 00. It's rare that I get to see the waiter ever again after the tip. I do not tip the staff at the hotel I stay as I have know the people there for years. Normally at Christmas, I give them gifts and also get a couple of bottles of brandy etc and every body drinks. I may over tip in restaurants as it is my habit. For even a small bill under USD 10.00, I may tip USD 2-3. 00.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;1842679]This is a good tip.
After eating a few La Zona's pussies, I always wanted to find some good restaurants outside of La Zona, but I just hate the haggling with taxi drivers and the their costs are too high to go for meals. So I will try to order UBER drivers for short rides to El Centro for better food than those pissy carts around La Zona.
I just found Tito Mariscos on O'Campo and Calle 6. Damn. Their sea food was so good and so cheap. They serve large and fresh shrimps, not the tiny type in LA Zona. 4 large dishes cost me 105 pesos which was $5. 50. I was full after 1 shrimp taco and a soup, and had to pack 2/3 of the lunch to go. Will try to find more good eat places near downtown.
Is there a Mexican equivalent of UBER?
Mexican taxi drivers are very rough. In Mexico City they attacked UBER drivers with clubs and rocks, breaking glasses and beating up drivers:
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=948Jn3ggJUQ[/URL][/QUOTE]For mariscos, my favorite spot hands down is la ola in zona rio. You can Google map it and it will come up. They have marlin burritos that are out of this world, as well as the best shrimp tacos ala diabla. There is another restaurant that is awesome called jaggers in zona rio, also on Google maps directly on Paseo de Los Heroes. I had a steak in red wine sauce, with baked potato for about $9. 50 usd. And jaggers also has a great selection of craft beers.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1847604]In my case, I treat the bartenders and the bar waiters (not restaurant waiters) the same. 10 pesos per round. That may be a bit on the generous side, and lots of local bartenders don't really expect it (tipping the bartender is just a habit that is extremely hard to break). The meseros appreciate it. Occasionally I think they expect something larger due to my pasty white skin. But it's a rare day indeed when I pay for anything in Tijuana with greenbacks.
Sometimes it pays to bit a bit more generous. A couple of weeks ago Rocky the Flying Squirrel wanted to go to a particular club. The mesero wanted to sit us away from the stage. Rocky said no and wanted a reserved table close to the stage. He acquiesced, so for the first round I think I gave him 50 pesos for the round and for the nice table. He really appreciated that and was extremely attentive all night (not pushy, just attentive). I watched him chase away some other mesero who tried to poach us. In this case, 10 pesos was a bit more than 10%, but I couldn't bring myself to tip 5 pesos. But if there had been 3 or 4 of us, it still would have been 10 pesos per round.
So, I don't think you're messing up by tipping the bar staff a bit. 45% sounds a bit steep, but I'm sure there were good reasons.[/QUOTE]I always tip 20 pesos, which is basically a dollar. Whether is getting my car washed, or getting food. 20 pesos is usually appreciated no matter what the circumstance. But I tend to do more drinking in bars like el copeo on revo, and get my beers by the bucket, so I give them 20 pesos for every 6 beers (90 mxn /5 usd per bucket).
Both places look good.
Will try them when I go to Tijuana on weekends.
Thanks for the tip.
[QUOTE=ItsXJustXJizz;1852533]For mariscos, my favorite spot hands down is la ola in zona rio. You can Google map it and it will come up. They have marlin burritos that are out of this world, as well as the best shrimp tacos ala diabla. There is another restaurant that is awesome called jaggers in zona rio, also on Google maps directly on Paseo de Los Heroes. I had a steak in red wine sauce, with baked potato for about $9. 50 usd. And jaggers also has a great selection of craft beers.[/QUOTE]
What are the decent restaurants for fish tacos near the Arc? I know that it's a tourist trap area, nevertheless convenient for those like me who like to nose around that tourist area before strolling to the Zona.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1856698]What are the decent restaurants for fish tacos near the Arc? I know that it's a tourist trap area, nevertheless convenient for those like me who like to nose around that tourist area before strolling to the Zona.[/QUOTE]Fish taco cart, 3rd and Negrete. About 4 blocks from the arch. Look for the crowd of locals. Closes about dusk.
La Corriente, la cevecheria nais for more upscale surroundings. 6th and Madero. About 7 blocks from the arch.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1856807]Fish taco cart, 3rd and Negrete. About 4 blocks from the arch. Look for the crowd of locals. Closes about dusk.
La Corriente, la cevecheria nais for more upscale surroundings. 6th and Madero. About 7 blocks from the arch.[/QUOTE]Cool, I'm going to try this. But it's real fish and not the breaded McDonalds fish filet right?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1860655]Cool, I'm going to try this. But it's real fish and not the breaded McDonalds fish filet right?[/QUOTE]Oh, puhleeze. Do you think locals would mob a taco cart for a Filet-O-Fish? This is Mexico.
Friday evening and I decided to check out a few of the craft beer purveyors. Luckily there are several within easy crawling distance of each other. So, armed with my Uber-equipped phone, and Rocky the Flying Squirrel in tow, I set off.
The first up was Azteca. It's a small place, accessed by entering Pajase Revolucion (between 3rd and 4th, east side of Revu) and going down a couple flights of stairs, in the "back. " Friendly bartender, poured tastes of what they had on tap. I had the coffee IPA, RtFS the Blonde Ale. Blonde Ales are a bit weak for my taste, although this one was decent. The coffee IPA was suitable hoppy, with the flavor of, well, coffee. Not bad. They have a couple of outside tables, some what appear to be small-batch potato chips (20 p) as bar snacks and a menu from the burger place across the street at Colectivo 9 if you want a burger delivered. We shot the shit with the barkeep for a while, finished our beers and headed for the next joint. 95 pesos in damages.
Next up, Bajabrewlabs, is conveniently located in the same floor as Azteca, just a few steps away. It's a much larger venue, with a Ping-Pong table, a TV, several chairs in secluded nooks, a kitchen and a small bar. I didn't get a picture of the fantastic burger that went past, on its way to another patron, but I was assured that the in-house chef was very good. If it tasted as good as it looked, then it was delicious. But, I digress. In addition to the food they have a rotating stock of beer, as seen on the menu board. After sampling each, RtFS and I settled on the Conejo, their version of a Pale Ale. Very hoppy, very drinkable, with a strong scent and flavor of pine. Probably my favorite of the evening. I got to chatting with the cute bartender (born in SD and just helping out her friend who owns / runs the joint) about traveling, Anthony Bourdain, Thai food, etc. , until RtFS started kicking me because she felt left out. So, on to the next stop. 120 pesos damages.
Next stop was Mamut, just a few steps down 3rd, west of Revu. I thought I had pix, but they don't seem to exist. I guess if you can't document it, it never happened. But it did. I had a pint of their version of an IPA, rather dark and reminiscent of Bohemia Dark, RtFS whatever blonde ale they had. We hit the balcony but soon came back inside due to one of us being "cold. " No matter, shortly thereafter the clock struck midnight, a guy came around and poured our beers into to-go cups, and summarily turfed us out. 100 pesos in damages.
Back up on Revu we spied the sign for La Especial, a beer and coffee place, wandered in and grabbed a couple of barstools. Nice bilingual barlady, she assisted with the beer selection. This one is a somewhat hoppy Pale Ale, drinkable, but without some of the character of the previous brews. They also had some nice, spicy popcorn as a bar snack. Don't remember the prices, slightly higher than the other places. You're paying for the ambiance, which was nicer than the other places, which are a bit on the Spartan side. But the object is good beer, so I'm willing to put up with a bit of Spartan-ness.
Next stop was a trip to the old Peanuts & Beer which is a tequila bar and dance venue, and has nothing to do with craft beer. They have a nice balcony, a decent but overly loud sound system, the beers are 25 pesos IIRC. We took a break and had a Tecate Light and danced a bit. There was some serious eye candy. I took a brief video of a couple of girls with painted-on jeans and asses that just wouldn't quit. But I don't think I can post it here. I took a still, but the lighting was poor, it's a bit out of focus and it makes her look like a whale. I'll post it anyway, but it really doesn't do her backside justice at all.
It was time to get out of the loud music. Unfortunately, I was looped enough to think that a trip to Kentucky Fried Buches was a good idea. We Ubered over but, luckily, it was closed. So, we opted for tacos at the stand right outside of Playboy. I recommend the al Pastor quesadilla, and they have a kick-ass chorizo. After hoovering up several tacos, it was time to head for the barn. RtFS was hammered and wandering off. Mr. Uber was kind enough to drop us at the hotel.
The take-away is that I will return to Bajabrewlabs for the beer and Mamut for the balcony.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1856698]What are the decent restaurants for fish tacos near the Arc? I know that it's a tourist trap area, nevertheless convenient for those like me who like to nose around that tourist area before strolling to the Zona.[/QUOTE]Walk down 2nd street West up to the big Church. Turn right and on the left is a seafood place and they also serve fish tacos.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1870347]Friday evening and I decided to check out a few of the craft beer purveyors. Luckily there are several within easy crawling distance of each other. So, armed with my Uber-equipped phone, and Rocky the Flying Squirrel in tow, I set off.
The first up was Azteca. It's a small place, accessed by entering Pajase Revolucion (between 3rd and 4th, east side of Revu) and going down a couple flights of stairs, in the "back. " Friendly bartender, poured tastes of what they had on tap. I had the coffee IPA, RtFS the Blonde Ale. Blonde Ales are a bit weak for my taste, although this one was decent. The coffee IPA was suitable hoppy, with the flavor of, well, coffee. Not bad. They have a couple of outside tables, some what appear to be small-batch potato chips (20 p) as bar snacks and a menu from the burger place across the street at Colectivo 9 if you want a burger delivered. We shot the shit with the barkeep for a while, finished our beers and headed for the next joint. 95 pesos in damages.
Next up, Bajabrewlabs, is conveniently located in the same floor as Azteca, just a few steps away. It's a much larger venue, with a Ping-Pong table, a TV, several chairs in secluded nooks, a kitchen and a small bar. I didn't get a picture of the fantastic burger that went past, on its way to another patron, but I was assured that the in-house chef was very good. If it tasted as good as it looked, then it was delicious. But, I digress. In addition to the food they have a rotating stock of beer, as seen on the menu board. After sampling each, RtFS and I settled on the Conejo, their version of a Pale Ale. Very hoppy, very drinkable, with a strong scent and flavor of pine. Probably my favorite of the evening. I got to chatting with the cute bartender (born in SD and just helping out her friend who owns / runs the joint) about traveling, Anthony Bourdain, Thai food, etc. , until RtFS started kicking me because she felt left out. So, on to the next stop. 120 pesos damages.
Next stop was Mamut, just a few steps down 3rd, west of Revu. I thought I had pix, but they don't seem to exist. I guess if you can't document it, it never happened. But it did. I had a pint of their version of an IPA, rather dark and reminiscent of Bohemia Dark, RtFS whatever blonde ale they had. We hit the balcony but soon came back inside due to one of us being "cold. " No matter, shortly thereafter the clock struck midnight, a guy came around and poured our beers into to-go cups, and summarily turfed us out. 100 pesos in damages.
Back up on Revu we spied the sign for La Especial, a beer and coffee place, wandered in and grabbed a couple of barstools. Nice bilingual barlady, she assisted with the beer selection. This one is a somewhat hoppy Pale Ale, drinkable, but without some of the character of the previous brews. They also had some nice, spicy popcorn as a bar snack. Don't remember the prices, slightly higher than the other places. You're paying for the ambiance, which was nicer than the other places, which are a bit on the Spartan side. But the object is good beer, so I'm willing to put up with a bit of Spartan-ness.
Next stop was a trip to the old Peanuts & Beer which is a tequila bar and dance venue, and has nothing to do with craft beer. They have a nice balcony, a decent but overly loud sound system, the beers are 25 pesos IIRC. We took a break and had a Tecate Light and danced a bit. There was some serious eye candy. I took a brief video of a couple of girls with painted-on jeans and asses that just wouldn't quit. But I don't think I can post it here. I took a still, but the lighting was poor, it's a bit out of focus and it makes her look like a whale. I'll post it anyway, but it really doesn't do her backside justice at all.
It was time to get out of the loud music. Unfortunately, I was looped enough to think that a trip to Kentucky Fried Buches was a good idea. We Ubered over but, luckily, it was closed. So, we opted for tacos at the stand right outside of Playboy. I recommend the al Pastor quesadilla, and they have a kick-ass chorizo. After hoovering up several tacos, it was time to head for the barn. RtFS was hammered and wandering off. Mr. Uber was kind enough to drop us at the hotel.
The take-away is that I will return to Bajabrewlabs for the beer and Mamut for the balcony.[/QUOTE]I would love some good IPA in HK, maybe a Sculpin or West Coast.
Opens late 8 pm for clubbing crowd. Has anyone been there lately.
Best Pizza slice. A slice is quarter of the 13 inch whole pizza. Four variety available.
Sorry no Pic.
[QUOTE=Sound7;1870808]Opens late 8 pm for clubbing crowd. Has anyone been there lately.
Best Pizza slice. A slice is quarter of the 13 inch whole pizza. Four variety available.
Sorry no Pic.[/QUOTE]Do they deliver to HK?
[QUOTE=TJ2015;1870958]Do they deliver to HK?[/QUOTE]It's tiny hole in the wall with a counter facing the street. It smells very good, but doesn't look that great. I don't think they deliver to HK or anywhere else. You'll have to venture out into the wilds and associate with dangerous Mexicans.
Each slice of pizza is delivered to your room in hotel Cascada by a naked, nubile, pretty, horny girls, who will jump on you and beg to offer her passionate sexuality for free.
Just wait patiently in your hotel room for her to show up.
[QUOTE=TJ2015;1870958]Do they deliver to HK?[/QUOTE]
Good short physical description of the place quoted below. The counter is OSB and steel stud material, avoid eating reheat, cold and delivery. Wait for the fresh oven slice. Well worth it.
A real lifetime activity it you love pizza and more so the very thin margarita. Total mouth watering experience.
My favorite slice is the Margarita slice. They do serve soft drinks and juice only. No beer bottles or drinks in the street.
When It gets crowded one has to eat in the Clubbing street, 6th Avenue. Capacity for 10 standing like in a bar. True Italian St. Magarita pizza place. Has two wonderful sauces to add to the pizza other than the standard. Wait for the fresh oven slice and not the reheat. Mouth watering and wonderful fresh smelling. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday after 8 pm.
Opposite and slightly up the road towards revolu is a tequila and mexcail place, Mexican fire power available too.
Yes the place is a true Hole-in-the-wall place due to the counter material, three blocks North of Ticuane Hotel (9th Street) towards the Arch. No reheat slice. Go when it is crowded 11 pm?
Safety of 6th Street Clubbing: As stated it is a local scene with various Latino flavors. Police presence late at night, club security and yes maybe chola (not a day worker) at the high end clubs without gang identifications. Americans are generally well accepted and treated unless I missed reading any current thread treats or posting by the State Dept.
Be kind and courteous when standing in line, pay in peso correct change if possible and watch for the drunks.
It would be a late Day Trip with more associated safety concerns in border crossing issues.
6th Pizza vs HK food? No contest when it comes to pizza.
Viva Tijuana, 6th Street, Be safe.
Disclaimer: Yes, No financial interest, for health risk visit CDC site for the latest update on Tijuana, Other 6th Street clubs are stocking with window Pizza that are to be avoided; Visit State Dept site for personal Security and Safety review. 6th Street Counter top construction not to standard material. A Tiny Hole in the Wall Place.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1871005]It's tiny hole in the wall with a counter facing the street. It smells very good, but doesn't look that great. I don't think they deliver to HK or anywhere else. You'll have to venture out into the wilds and associate with dangerous Mexicans.[/QUOTE]
Sushi place.
Head south past Rio and turn right away in the circle from Hotel Del Rio it is on the right as heading up. One story structure in front of all you eat Mexican. Sushi Mexican style and traditional Japanese dishes. The name starts with F character.
Taco Run.
The best I found is near Grand Hotel and the Super Market in the back street. Closer to the market. Tres Taco. If you at the Sushi place head up the road pass the Super Market on your right and turn left and then right. Three stalls in from the corner. Open 7/24.
BBQ on Friday and Weekends.
Soreno Market near Tuciane hotel has BBQ service starting at noon. Buy the meat and vegies and present it for cooking for a fresh taco experience.
[B]Dare to experience Sushi, Taco run, BBQ of weekends. Ice cream, No. 1 Slice [/B]
Lay Market near Hotel Amegio has it on Sunday starting at noon.
Ice Cream Place.
The famous Mochocan fruity ice cream opposite the cross walk of Sheraton? Very close to Tres Taco.
Costco, two places.
Mango slush.
Piza Maragita.
6th St.
I was worried that raw seafoods in Tijuana may bring about the Montezuma revenge, but after eating raw clams, shrimp and fish for 10 years, I had not had any problems with my stomach.
The clams served raw in coctel by food carts and seafood restaurants in Tijuana are super fresh, smell and taste delicious, even the picky Japanese eaters are impressed. The alleged live clams bought in premium US supermarket all have bad odors.
Despite being a fishermen's port, the clams and seafood served in Ensenada's restaurants just don't taste or smell as fresh as Tijuana's.
Besides La Perla on Ninos, walk South 2 blocks, there is a small sea food restaurant on the South East corner of Ninos and Calle 2, diagonally across the Cathedral. It serves about the same sea food items as La Perla starting 8 AM, with same quality but lower prices and without the annoying loud band, recommended.
[QUOTE=Sound7;1871422]Sushi place.
Head south past Rio and turn right away in the circle from Hotel Del Rio it is on the right as heading up. One story structure in front of all you eat Mexican. Sushi Mexican style and traditional Japanese dishes. The name starts with F character.
Taco Run.
The best I found is near Grand Hotel and the Super Market in the back street. Closer to the market. Tres Taco. If you at the Sushi place head up the road pass the Super Market on your right and turn left and then right. Three stalls in from the corner. Open 7/24..[/QUOTE]
Where are some decent breakfast places? And what are some breakfast dish recommendations?
Don't you normally eat HK's juicy pussies for breakfast? Hehe, J / K.
It's hard to beat La Perla's low-priced breakfast menu, 50 pesos for eggs and bacon / sausage, good brewed coffee, with clean tables and chairs, also equipped with clean, sexy, smiling, good-smelling waitresses, right across the intersection from Hong Kong club. You can also order their sea food items in the morning.
Depending on whether Rosa, the pretty, sexy and smiling spinner head waitress was fucked hard and got enough sex the night before, you can potentially take her behind the bar and give her a passionate fuck session to satisfy her tight and insatiable pussy, while waiting for your fish being grilled in the kitchen. Hehe. OK, this is hypothetical so guys, who prefer skanky, drippy street walkers and dumb, obese, old escorts, won't cry it's mission impossible. Hehe.
In front of the Cathedral on calle 2 there is a large restaurant, serving breakfasts with all sorts of eggs and chorizos and coffees starting at 9 AM for 45 pesos. The place is pretty grimy. I would rather not sit there and eat.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1875186]Where are some decent breakfast places? And what are some breakfast dish recommendations?[/QUOTE]
Try the Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, brewed out of Chico, CA.
This beer is so spicy and full of hop aroma it's my favorite.
[QUOTE=TJ2015;1870383]I would love some good IPA in HK, maybe a Sculpin or West Coast.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1875186]Where are some decent breakfast places? And what are some breakfast dish recommendations?[/QUOTE]There are many but, as you never leave the Zona, you'll never get to experience them. :)
Sticking close to your comfort zone, Praga on Revu has a rather extensive breakfast menu. I've only had their crepes, which were much thicker and chewier than a normal crepe, although they had good flavor. The omelet arrachera at Ticuan is good and their pan tostado is excellent. There is a food court just north of the cathedral. Several places to eat there. Huevos con chorizo is always a good bet. Ricardo's on 8th and Revu (has very decent breakfasts, Rocky the Flying Squirrel enjoys their fluffy omelets and I usually get another of their egg dishes. Good fresh OJ.
My maiden voyage is now within grasp! 10 days out and staying for 4 nights. I was wondering if there are any restaurants / markets / grocery stores within the red light area that serve fresh fruit and veggies? If not where could I go to get some? Also, what restaurants in the zona have the healthiest menu? Any suggestions on good food in the zona much appreciated. Would rather not have to take the chance of walking all over Tijuana and cabbing just to eat 1 decent healthy meal a day. Thanks brothers.
[QUOTE=BeHeMoth904;1879985]My maiden voyage is now within grasp! 10 days out and staying for 4 nights. I was wondering if there are any restaurants / markets / grocery stores within the red light area that serve fresh fruit and veggies? If not where could I go to get some? Also, what restaurants in the zona have the healthiest menu? Any suggestions on good food in the zona much appreciated. Would rather not have to take the chance of walking all over Tijuana and cabbing just to eat 1 decent healthy meal a day. Thanks brothers.[/QUOTE]There is a 24-hour independent grocery store on the west side of Nino Heroes with two adequate full racks of produce and a very large cold beverage section. It used to be called "La Lagunilla", but I noticed on my trip last weekend that their name has changed. I don't remember the new name.
This grocery has good prices and also has a full butcher section. The in-house butcher is not there 24-hours, however. The grocery store is half-way between Primera and the alley's intersection at Nino Heroes. (Half-way up the hill to Primera, in-between Christian Bar and a Lavamatica).
Lots of different restaurants in LZ offer healthy menu options. You can even tell most guys operating taco carts to not add grease to the tortillas.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1880041]There is a 24-hour independent grocery store on the west side of Nino Heroes with two adequate full racks of produce and a very large cold beverage section. It used to be called "La Lagunilla", but I noticed on my trip last weekend that their name has changed. I don't remember the new name.
This grocery has good prices and also has a full butcher section. The in-house butcher is not there 24-hours, however. The grocery store is half-way between Primera and the alley's intersection at Nino Heroes. (Half-way up the hill to Primera, in-between Christian Bar and a Lavamatica).
Lots of different restaurants in LZ offer healthy menu options. You can even tell most guys operating taco carts to not add grease to the tortillas.[/QUOTE]I've many times bought the cups of cut up fresh fruit at the various street vendors. My favorite being at the southwest end of the diagonal near the arch. Also, bought a lot of fresh squeezed juice on Constitution just north of the alley, but I think that place closed down. All of those places have questionable sanitary practices. I attribute my only intestional problem to a Caesar salad from Caesar's Hotel on Revolution (sure was good, but suffered for a couple days). Since that event I've been minimizing my raw food intake.
If you buy at a grocery store, how will you wash and/or cook your food. Is hotel water sufficiently clean to wash fruits and veggies? It can't be worse than the street food I've eaten many times without problem. If you are a clean freak, you won't like a lot of what you see in Tijuana.
A couple of my favorite girls frequently order fresh steamed veggies for lunch while working at Hong Kong (carrots, broccoli, cauliflower with nothing added). The little that I've sampled has been quite good, though I don't know from where they were ordered.
[QUOTE=HorseTrader;1880451]I've many times bought the cups of cut up fresh fruit at the various street vendors. My favorite being at the southwest end of the diagonal near the arch. Also, bought a lot of fresh squeezed juice on Constitution just north of the alley, but I think that place closed down. All of those places have questionable sanitary practices. I attribute my only intestional problem to a Caesar salad from Caesar's Hotel on Revolution (sure was good, but suffered for a couple days). Since that event I've been minimizing my raw food intake.
If you buy at a grocery store, how will you wash and/or cook your food. Is hotel water sufficiently clean to wash fruits and veggies? It can't be worse than the street food I've eaten many times without problem. If you are a clean freak, you won't like a lot of what you see in Tijuana.
A couple of my favorite girls frequently order fresh steamed veggies for lunch while working at Hong Kong (carrots, broccoli, cauliflower with nothing added). The little that I've sampled has been quite good, though I don't know from where they were ordered.[/QUOTE]All of the times that I have gotten sick in the last 10 years of traveling have been after eating raw vegetables and fruits, presumably washed in the local water. So now I make it a point to only eat cooked (well done) vegetables and only fruits with its own cover such as oranges or bananas. I think that you got sick because they must have used the local water to wash your lettuce. It's so damn easy to forget what you're eating when on vacation.
It's a little walk but this little seafood shop has some fresh and delicious seafood.
Their concome is thick and tasty, approaching the pureed fish soup in France, 15 pesos for a cup of delicious hot soup.
They also serve all sorts of ceviche and fried fish relatively cheap. The place is cleaner than most seafood places and a good place to sit and view all sorts of people at the Cathedral plaza (pretty and religious chicas too hehe).
Outside of the US, I would only eat fruits with thick covers that I can peel, like orange, bananas, rambutant, jack fruits, mangosteen or even durian. Never eat the fruits' covers. There are way too many bacteria and harmful pesticides on them. I would rather eat clean pussies. Hehe.
Thanks to the vets, Scatmandoo, Horsetrader, Jackie and the hilarious El Capitan! I've learned Loads of info from you guys! I will def not be eating raw veggies with the warnings from you legends. Also will eat only fruits with thick covers. Hopefully I run into a few vets while I'm in putaland. I m so excited for this journey across 3 time zones to puta paradise!
Thursday and Friday I ate at a upscale restaurant / store called Sanborns. I would play blackjack and bet on horse racing at the casino then head over to Sanborns next door. If you head south on Revoluction prolly 6 blocks from the arch you will see it on the east side of the road. Right next to the casino that's by the big jai alai castle looking building, just down the street from hotel Ticuan. This place had the freshest best food that I ate while in Tijuana for 4 days. The buffet was excellent with all fresh food, fruit and steamed veggies. Perfect place for those trying to eat a tasty healthy meal. Really an upscale place with decent prices. It was right around 10 $ for the buffet.
[QUOTE=BeHeMoth904;1887150]Thursday and Friday I ate at a upscale restaurant / store called Sanborns. I would play blackjack and bet on horse racing at the casino then head over to Sanborns next door. If you head south on Revoluction prolly 6 blocks from the arch you will see it on the east side of the road. Right next to the casino that's by the big jai alai castle looking building, just down the street from hotel Ticuan. This place had the freshest best food that I ate while in Tijuana for 4 days. The buffet was excellent with all fresh food, fruit and steamed veggies. Perfect place for those trying to eat a tasty healthy meal. Really an upscale place with decent prices. It was right around 10 $ for the buffet.[/QUOTE]Jajaja. I'm glad you liked it. You're in the minority, but as long as you liked it, that's all that matters.
But, Sanborn's is far from upscale. For reasons unknown they are still around, and all over Mexico. But they tend to have the worst, blandest food in Mexico. They are basically Mexico's answer to Denny's, but the food isn't as good. A block to the east was Ricardo's, similar ambiance, with much better food. Or, on Revu, NE corner of 7th, near Jai Alai, is Chiki Jai. Excellent tapas and been there since about 1945, easy walking distance from the Jai Ala Caliente branch.
[QUOTE=BeHeMoth904;1887150]Thursday and Friday I ate at a upscale restaurant / store called Sanborns. I would play blackjack and bet on horse racing at the casino then head over to Sanborns next door. If you head south on Revoluction prolly 6 blocks from the arch you will see it on the east side of the road. Right next to the casino that's by the big jai alai castle looking building, just down the street from hotel Ticuan. This place had the freshest best food that I ate while in Tijuana for 4 days. The buffet was excellent with all fresh food, fruit and steamed veggies. Perfect place for those trying to eat a tasty healthy meal. Really an upscale place with decent prices. It was right around 10 $ for the buffet.[/QUOTE]Where were you playing blackjack at? And how was it? Pays 2-1 on blackjack? Play in pesos or US money? Double deck??
[QUOTE=TJ2015;1887295]Where were you playing blackjack at? And how was it? Pays 2-1 on blackjack? Play in pesos or US money? Double deck??[/QUOTE]Easy TJ2015. You're from So Cal, a 1/2 hour flight to Vegas where you are used to world class gambling.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1887723]Easy TJ2015. You're from So Cal, a 1/2 hour flight to Vegas where you are used to world class gambling.[/QUOTE]Haha I'm not a big Vegas fan. . I do my Gambling at Pala Casino. .
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1887287]Jajaja. I'm glad you liked it. You're in the minority, but as long as you liked it, that's all that matters.
But, Sanborn's is far from upscale. For reasons unknown they are still around, and all over Mexico. But they tend to have the worst, blandest food in Mexico. They are basically Mexico's answer to Denny's, but the food isn't as good. A block to the east was Ricardo's, similar ambiance, with much better food. Or, on Revu, NE corner of 7th, near Jai Alai, is Chiki Jai. Excellent tapas and been there since about 1945, easy walking distance from the Jai Ala Caliente branch.[/QUOTE]Right on. I ll try them places next time in in Tijuana. My first trip so not much to compare it too. I thought it was great though.
[QUOTE=TJ2015;1887295]Where were you playing blackjack at? And how was it? Pays 2-1 on blackjack? Play in pesos or US money? Double deck??[/QUOTE]I was playing at the casino on revolucion right next to jai alai and just down the street from hotel Ticuan. Pays 2-1. Play is in pesos. I exchanged there for 16-1. Yes I believe it was double deck. I had a blast. Chatting it up with the 2 young hotties that were the dealers. I hung out there Thursday and Friday for at least 3 hrs each day. Bet on horse racing and baseball too. They have a nice sports betting area with lots of TV to watch all your action. It was awesome!
Have been to this "Caliente" just a block or so from Ticuan and found the place to be "decent", and much better than the one located in the ZN. The race and sports area seems a little tight / crowded however. Did not care for that much. Still, it was cleaner & more friendly than the one in the ZN. As for 2/1 on Blackjack, (double-deck as well), there must be some extreme limitations on that game to counteract. Any advantage player would have a "field day" with this IF all things were equal (Dealer stands on soft 17, allowing double after splitting, allowing to double on any first 2 cards, surrender available, allowing to hit or re-split Aces, etc.). "If" blackjack paid 2 to 1 AND these conditions were met, the theoretical House advantage would drop to -2. 1% (Casino theo loss). Thus, there must be quite a few restrictions on this game at Caliente. On a 6-deck shoe with the 2/1 payout on Blackjack, you are likely looking at a -1. 9% House theo loss. Thus, you might want to take a close look at the "options" available to the player the next time you are playing this game. Just food for thought .
[QUOTE=BeHeMoth904;1888212]I was playing at the casino on revolucion right next to jai alai and just down the street from hotel Ticuan. Pays 2-1. Play is in pesos. I exchanged there for 16-1. Yes I believe it was double deck. I had a blast. Chatting it up with the 2 young hotties that were the dealers. I hung out there Thursday and Friday for at least 3 hrs each day. Bet on horse racing and baseball too. They have a nice sports betting area with lots of TV to watch all your action. It was awesome![/QUOTE]
Here's another very good high end restaurant. It is located at Plaza Marub, Ave. Rio Tijuana 2554, Col. Revolucion 22015 (664) 681 - 7452. It's kind of near Restaurant Komasa, if you know where that is. Very clean, modern and small restaurant. This is a restaurant that doesn't have any silverware on the table. Depending on the dish, that's when they bring whatever utensils you need. Switched out on every dish or at least with what I ordered. I ordered the $700.00 tasting menu and here is what I got.
Started with a mouth cleanser sorbet.
A tiny taco which was about 1 inch in length.
Oysters.
Sorry, I forgot what the waiter said that he brought.
Croquet.
Duck.
Beefhead.
Octopus.
Some kind of white fish.
Roast duck which was different from the other duck.
Pork belly.
And finally, dessert which looked like Lego bricks but tasted pretty good.
Everything was good but the standouts for me was the roast duck and the white fish. You can order any of these item alacarte. Drinks of course are separate.
That tasting menu looks fantastic. I am drooling.
In the map it's only 1.5 to 2 miles from La Zona. Saved that address in the phone for the next visit.
Will try to erase the indelible images of pussies out of my brain for an hour and stuff my face.
[QUOTE=QuackUp;1891831]Here's another very good high end restaurant. It is located at Plaza Marub, Ave. Rio Tijuana 2554, Col. Revolucion 22015 (664) 681 - 7452. It's kind of near Restaurant Komasa, if you know where that is. Very clean, modern and small restaurant. This is a restaurant that doesn't have any silverware on the table. Depending on the dish, that's when they bring whatever utensils you need. Switched out on every dish or at least with what I ordered. I ordered the $700.00 tasting menu and here is what I got.
Started with a mouth cleanser sorbet.
A tiny taco which was about 1 inch in length.
Oysters.
Sorry, I forgot what the waiter said that he brought.
Croquet..[/QUOTE]
I forgot to mention an excellent meal I had during my recent trip to Tijuana. I'm a big fan of ceviche and found this place called El Corriente which is a block or two East of Revolution on Sexto I believe. The place was pretty empty which concerned me. I ordered a couple red snapper ceviche tostadas (that was their self-proclaimed specialty) and an ahi tuna ceviche tostada. They were brought to the table with a few different types of salsas and mayo all of which were delicious. I'm not sure if this place is popular down there or not, but I thought it was great.
[QUOTE=JohnnyFive;1895086]I forgot to mention an excellent meal I had during my recent trip to Tijuana. I'm a big fan of ceviche and found this place called El Corriente which is a block or two East of Revolution on Sexto I believe. The place was pretty empty which concerned me. I ordered a couple red snapper ceviche tostadas (that was their self-proclaimed specialty) and an ahi tuna ceviche tostada. They were brought to the table with a few different types of salsas and mayo all of which were delicious. I'm not sure if this place is popular down there or not, but I thought it was great.[/QUOTE]Yes, it's very popular. It's usually pretty busy on weekends during the day and early evening. Their ceviche is very good, and the snapper tends to be excellent. I've not been to that branch, but I've eaten at their other branch several times and it's always been very good, and reasonably priced. Of course, good ceviche is not difficult to find in Tijuana, that's for sure.
Most are in the Rio about 5 miles South of La Zona and have tasting menus.
I would skip Ceasar. Don't see anything special about that place. Tripadvisor should have checked out all 5-star food carts in La Zona.
Ceasar.
#1 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
El Mazateno.
#2 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
155 reviews.
Cuisines: Seafood Mexican.
Mision 19.
#3 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
259 reviews.
• "Get the tasting menu. You'll thank me la. " 05/30/2016.
Cuisines: Mexican Contemporary.
Cabanna.
#4 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
215 reviews.
Price: $3 - $12 Map.
Visitor photos (64).
Cuisines: Mexican International Seafood Fusion.
La Espadana.
#5 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
217 reviews.
Cuisines: Mexican Latin.
LOS Arcos Restaurant.
#6 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
199 reviews.
Price: $5 - $20 Map.
Cuisines: International Mexican Seafood Latin HealthyPacific Rim.
Villa Marina.
#7 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
141 reviews.
Cuisines: Seafood Mexican Sushi.
Mr Pampas.
#8 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
252 reviews.
• "Typical Brazilan All you can eat meat plac. " 05/11/2016.
• "Meat! 03/18/2016.
Price: $24.
Cuisines: Brazilian Steakhouse South American.
Villa Saverios.
#9 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
151 reviews.
• "Wow! Wow! Wow!" 06/15/2016.
• "Great Restaurant, Food Quality is Great" 06/01/2016.
Price: $15 - $100 Map.
Cuisines: Italian Mediterranean.
IPA'A Cocina Mexicana.
#10 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
69 reviews.
• "Fancy place" 05/04/2016.
• "Best food in town" 04/09/2016.
Cuisines: Mexican.
Marenca.
#11 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
84 reviews.
• "Excellent Fish" 06/01/2016.
• "Excellent place t have breakfast" 03/18/2016.
Cuisines: Mexican International.
Tacos El Franc.
#12 of 421 Restaurants in Tijuana.
68 reviews.
• "Authentic tacos" 05/04/2016.
• "Tacos El Frances!" 04/13/2016.
Here are a few pix from when Rocky the Flying Squirrel and I ate back in March.
The lighting was low so a couple of the pix are fuzzy. The quail pic didn't come out well, but they were delicious. The wine was excellent but way overpriced.
The steak was plenty big for 2 people. In fact the kitchen was kind enough to split it before cooking, cooking Rocky's to mid-well (apparently the way most Mexicans like theirs) but cooking mine to medium when I explicitly ordered medium-rare. It was more mid-rare closer to the bone, and it wasn't enough to send it back.
Splitting the steak left a little room for their excellent dessert.
About $120 before tip. Very expensive for Tijuana, but you won't touch the same steaks in LA or Vegas for under $200.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1897979]Here are a few pix from when Rocky the Flying Squirrel and I ate back in March.
The lighting was low so a couple of the pix are fuzzy. The quail pic didn't come out well, but they were delicious. The wine was excellent but way overpriced.
The steak was plenty big for 2 people. In fact the kitchen was kind enough to split it before cooking, cooking Rocky's to mid-well (apparently the way most Mexicans like theirs) but cooking mine to medium when I explicitly ordered medium-rare. It was more mid-rare closer to the bone, and it wasn't enough to send it back.
Splitting the steak left a little room for their excellent dessert.
About $120 before tip. Very expensive for Tijuana, but you won't touch the same steaks in LA or Vegas for under $200.[/QUOTE]How much of the $120 was the wine?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1898251]How much of the $120 was the wine?[/QUOTE]The receipt is the last pic. Second from the bottom. 695 p.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1898442]The receipt is the last pic. Second from the bottom. 695 p.[/QUOTE]Wow this is pricey. I am so used to impressing the chicas with a $10 dinner at La Perla.
$10 dinner is normal for 100-lbs spinners; $30 is minimum for old, fat, obese 300-lbs putas.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1904573]Wow this is pricey. I am so used to impressing the chicas with a $10 dinner at La Perla.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1904573]Wow this is pricey. I am so used to impressing the chicas with a $10 dinner at La Perla.[/QUOTE]I no longer go to places to impress hookers from HK who have 7th grade educations. :) I go to experience different cuisines for myself. I have company tag along because it gives me someone to talk to. But it is interesting to watch the ladies. For some the entire experience is a waste. For others, it's a true learning experience and their horizons are broadened and they wind up truly appreciating it. Sadly, the American wine pricing model seems to have caught on in many of the fine dining establishments in Mexico. Or at least BCN.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1905207]I no longer go to places to impress hookers from HK who have 7th grade educations. :) I go to experience different cuisines for myself. I have company tag along because it gives me someone to talk to. But it is interesting to watch the ladies. For some the entire experience is a waste. For others, it's a true learning experience and their horizons are broadened and they wind up truly appreciating it. Sadly, the American wine pricing model seems to have caught on in many of the fine dining establishments in Mexico. Or at least BCN.[/QUOTE]Any Mexican wine recommendation? Actual Mex wine, not imported.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;1906003]Any Mexican wine recommendation? Actual Mex wine, not imported.[/QUOTE]The trend among fine dining establishments in Tijuana is to source wines from Baja. That Baloyan you said was pricey is from Tijuana. L. A. Cetto has come a very long way in the last 10 years and they now have some very good wines. The Santo Tomas winery has some good vintages. In fact, these days it's hard to find a bad wine from anyplace in the Valle de Guadalupe. Like sex, some are just better than others.
So usually I ask what a restaurant's "house wine" is and where it's from. A decent establishment, like El Grill, or Corazon de Tierra or Casa Plascencia, just to name a few, will have a really decent, locally sourced, house pour. It will be "Actual Mex wine" and will usually be quite good.
My preference for good food in Mexico is, when in Rome go where the Romans go! I have gotten more miles with the chicas when the dinning is culturally tied. Whether you drive the toll road or the scenic road south, look for the double arch. It is south of Rosarito Beach Hotel approximately 7 +/- minutes. The arches are located at the end of the movie studio last gate entry / exit. At night time it is easy to miss. Turn right and drive down the road on the side of studio property wall. Do not stop for the amigos who will try to stop you. They are selling there restaurants. Drive to the end, turn left and park. Walk into village and go left down to beach. Down on the beach you will see fishing boats, parked vehicles and 20 or more canopies. Under each canopy you can pick the fish, shell fish, crabs, sharks etc that you want them to cook for you! They will fry the fish. They only fry the fish. Yes, it is not fancy. Bring pesos. You must pay to go to the bathrooms. Hot and cold water does not exist. Warning: The average uptight USA person should not go! However, if you want good / fresh sea food, drink, and real culture? You know you are at the right place when you see the pig! There is a very large pig (350 +lbs or so) just waking around enjoying the beach along with the people. I provided a photo of the pig next to truck for scale. It is a nice mid day break / adventure. Yes, it is safe.
[QUOTE=SaltShaker;1920230]My preference for good food in Mexico is, when in Rome go where the Romans go! I have gotten more miles with the chicas when the dinning is culturally tied. Whether you drive the toll road or the scenic road south, look for the double arch. It is south of Rosarito Beach Hotel approximately 7 +/- minutes. The arches are located at the end of the movie studio last gate entry / exit. At night time it is easy to miss. Turn right and drive down the road on the side of studio property wall. Do not stop for the amigos who will try to stop you. They are selling there restaurants. Drive to the end, turn left and park. Walk into village and go left down to beach. Down on the beach you will see fishing boats, parked vehicles and 20 or more canopies. Under each canopy you can pick the fish, shell fish, crabs, sharks etc that you want them to cook for you! They will fry the fish. They only fry the fish. Yes, it is not fancy. Bring pesos. You must pay to go to the bathrooms. Hot and cold water does not exist. Warning: The average uptight USA person should not go! However, if you want good / fresh sea food, drink, and real culture? You know you are at the right place when you see the pig! There is a very large pig (350 +lbs or so) just waking around enjoying the beach along with the people. I provided a photo of the pig next to truck for scale. It is a nice mid day break / adventure. Yes, it is safe.[/QUOTE]You were in Popotla.
Be a gentleman and stop picking on someone's big date.
She just had a big seafood experience and is ready for some serious humping in bed.
[QUOTE=SaltShaker;1920230] You know you are at the right place when you see the pig! There is a very large pig (350 +lbs or so) just waking around enjoying the beach along with the people. I provided a photo of the pig next to truck for scale.[/QUOTE]
She used the same words after the meal and humping. Muy bueno!
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;1920396]Be a gentleman and stop picking on someone's big date.
She just had a big seafood experience and is ready for some serious humping in bed.[/QUOTE]
Did MS Piggy said out loud "Sal es muy bueno?
You should also try the fake zebras on revo for their objective opinions.
[QUOTE=SaltShaker;1921122]She used the same words after the meal and humping. Muy bueno![/QUOTE]
Different types of tacos, burritos, mulas and quesadillas. I thought the prices for the carne asada and pollo burritos at 20 pesos was a good deal. Tacos at 16 pesos. IMO, better salsa than Restaurante Azul and several other local restaurants. Has avocado and chopped green onion in the salsa. An opener of cucumbers and radishes are served with your order. The cucumbers are good to cool off your mouth. Next to Malquerida bar in the Alley. Open in the evenings. Suggested to the manager that they serve breakfast burritos and tacos but she did not go for my suggestion. I like a machaca burrito now and then.
When I ask for "A1" sauce, I got a blank look. WTF! It was a steak and potato meal. The meal did come with salsa!
[QUOTE=SaltShaker;1937903]When I ask for "A1" sauce, I got a blank look. WTF! It was a steak and potato meal. The meal did come with salsa![/QUOTE]If you're looking for American food, you'd be better off sticking to America.
Located just south of 11th, on Ocampo, is a cool little park full of "food trucks. " They may not exactly be trucks, and it may be difficult to move them, but the concept applies. Within you'll find an incredible of delicious food. Modern takes on tacos, pork products, cheeses, Mexican-themed ramen noodles, burgers and more. All at reasonable prices, and with one thing so many US food trucks don't offer. Seating and beverage service.
Attached are some pix of three of the places. It's going to take several visits to cover them all.
The tuna tostada and taco de pulpo are from Ta'Costeno, who specialize in seafood taco combinations. Very good tuna, albeit a bit sweet for me. Good pulpo, but there are better.
The lone black plate, with wonderful presentation, is from a specialty taco shop at the very end. I had a brain fart and didn't snap a pic of the name. Maybe somebody else has it. If you followed View 2 all the way to the back, there it is. That day they had the pulpo, the camaron roca, conejo and Borrego (although memory is fuzzy on that last one. Among other things, of course. This pulpo, with cheese, was quite a bit better than Ta'Costeno, IMO. The shrimp was very good, too, and a bit on the sweet side. 35 pesos each. I wanted to try the rabbit but was too full.
So far, the star has been Humo. The guy who runs this knows his pig. The two sandwiches are the Bork and the Bacon. The pulled pork part of this is delicious, but the absolute stand-out of these sandwiches is the sausage. This has got to be some of the very best pork sausage I've ever eaten. Smokey, savory, extremely flavorful with a faint redolence of the barnyard. You can taste the entire pig here. It's like nothing I can recall tasting. And at 80 pesos, it's a steal. This, alone, is worth the trip to Tijuana.
Next trip I think the Mediterranean truck and possibly Javier Plascencia's Don Ramen.
I am a newbie at this but the street taco vendors with the sit down stools in front of them. Do you pay after you are done eating? I paid him after he gave me the food and he gave me a weird look? Also was I supposed to tip?
Tijuana food vendors have an honor system. After eating you tell them how many tacos you ate, and pay the "managers. "
Seems like their honor system works without problems. I have never seen any disputes. One time I and 4 wingmen ate, paid and left the tacos stand on Ninos. The manager ran after, stopped us, and asked to be paid again. I pointed to the guy we paid to and all was cool.
Mexicans almost never tip street food workers, but you should if you can afford it. Most of those food workers don't own the carts; they work for someone else who own them. You usually see bottles for tip on the carts. One time I tipped the tacos cook on Nino for making custom tacos on my instructions. He took my tip and put them in the bottle so they all share.
[QUOTE=CoolBeanz;1940333]I am a newbie at this but the street taco vendors with the sit down stools in front of them. Do you pay after you are done eating? I paid him after he gave me the food and he gave me a weird look? Also was I supposed to tip?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CoolBeanz;1940333]I am a newbie at this but the street taco vendors with the sit down stools in front of them. Do you pay after you are done eating?[/QUOTE]Yes.
[QUOTE=CoolBeanz;1940333]Also was I supposed to tip?[/QUOTE]No, not necessary nor expected.
The food park got written up and recommended in the San Diego Reader, so I found the place and tried some of the food. It is right next to a large culinary school on the north side and apparently students get to work at the food trucks parked next to the school as a training exercise. One food truck "Don Ramen" specialized in Japanese food, such as Ramen and stir fried noodles and rice; another in freshly made ground bacon hot dogs and beef sausage sandwiches with steamed corn on the COB; and others in vegetarian food and seafood. Ramen prices start at 40 pesos for the "Nino" size serving and go up from there and you can request special ingredients not listed on the menu, such as marinated beef and extra soft boiled eggs in your Ramen. For those who want to try unusual foods that is freshly made in front of you, find the culinary school then sample your favorite cuisines at the food trucks next door.
Raods across the street from HK is now closed. There is a sub shop down the street but I haven't tried it.
I ate at Tacos Guanajuato the night before and then the next morning at La Perla for breakfast. Shortly after breakfast on the 31st, the stomach began gurgling and I began making visits to the white throne to throw up. Diarrhea then set in. I believe what caused it was that I was in the habit of putting the orange garnish provided in the breakfast and orange juice into the glass of orange juice to stretch the juice. And the skin of the orange that day was unwashed and had ecoli on it. Eventually I recovered enough to go and buy some Pepto Bismol but New Years eve was spent worshiping the white throne in my hotel. You might want to keep a small bottle of Pepto Bismo handy because when Montezuma's Revenge strikes, you are in no condition to walk anywhere to buy some.
Thanks for the alert. Diarrhea can sure kill your sexcapade quickly. It's the pit when you are out of the country. I keep a small box of Immodium in my shaving kit just in case.
The source of the bacteria could be from somewhere else and has to be verified to make prevent future infection. How soon the stomach problem started after you had La Perla's breakfast? It usually takes at least 1 hour for bacteria to breed enough quantity in your stomach to act up. I don't remember if La Perla's OJ was fresh-squeezed or not. If they squeeze fresh, whatever is on the skin would also make it into the juice. If you confirm La Perla was the source, you should do them a favor and advise the owner so they can clean up their act.
The fresh-squeezed juices sold in supermarket are mostly fruits picked and squeezed in Brazil, then shipped to the US in large containers. In the US factories, the juice is mixed with concentrates from the skin to enhance orange flavor, then pasteurized like milk, before packing into bottles. Orange in Brazil carry all sorts of dangerous carcinogens in the pesticides banned in the US.
That reminds me not to drink fresh-squeezed juices out of the country, but licking and eating pussies is OK. Hehe.
[QUOTE=Travv;1981185]I ate at Tacos Guanajuato the night before and then the next morning at La Perla for breakfast. Shortly after breakfast on the 31st, the stomach began gurgling and I began making visits to the white throne to throw up. Diarrhea then set in. I believe what caused it was that I was in the habit of putting the orange garnish provided in the breakfast and orange juice into the glass of orange juice to stretch the juice. And the skin of the orange that day was unwashed and had ecoli on it. Eventually I recovered enough to go and buy some Pepto Bismol but New Years eve was spent worshiping the white throne in my hotel. You might want to keep a small bottle of Pepto Bismo handy because when Montezuma's Revenge strikes, you are in no condition to walk anywhere to buy some.[/QUOTE]
There's many ways you could get sick. Pesticides on the veggies. Even defrosting chicken in water can give you e coli. I doubt the grills are cleaned between the different foods (chicken, pork, beef). Food not stored or transported cold enough. If he meat is stored in coolers under the cart, is the chicken in a separate cooler? I almost ate the the corner restaurant as it was crowded but earlier I watched bizarre foods in Vietnam. The host said how healthy the field rats were because the water and rice they fed on was clean and I got scared. I ate steak eggs rice beans once (at Asul I think, next to Adelita's) but drank a bottled coke and didn't use any salsa or anything that may have been left out. I've seen the standing girls eat from the carts but they would have a tolerance. HK staff used to eat at Rod's.
Sometimes it is difficult to know where you ate the bad food. A couple years ago I blamed my Caesers Salad from Caesar's Restaurant. Symptoms arrived about 20 minutes after leaving Caesar's. A few months later I learned that everybody in my breakfast group at a San Diego Doubletree became ill.
[QUOTE=Travv;1981185]I ate at Tacos Guanajuato the night before and then the next morning at La Perla for breakfast. Shortly after breakfast on the 31st, the stomach began gurgling and I began making visits to the white throne to throw up. Diarrhea then set in. I believe what caused it was that I was in the habit of putting the orange garnish provided in the breakfast and orange juice into the glass of orange juice to stretch the juice. And the skin of the orange that day was unwashed and had ecoli on it. Eventually I recovered enough to go and buy some Pepto Bismol but New Years eve was spent worshiping the white throne in my hotel. You might want to keep a small bottle of Pepto Bismo handy because when Montezuma's Revenge strikes, you are in no condition to walk anywhere to buy some.[/QUOTE]Sorry that your New Years were so negatively affected Travv.
As it turned out, my quasi-wingman and Big Gary and I had a late lunch on New Year's Day in La Perla, after first stopping by and finding Guiseppis & Ceasars on Revo both closed for the holiday. But we weren't as risk-taking in our dining choices as you were. I had a nice plate of cooked shrimp. I drank cups of hot coffee with my meal and my dining guests sipped Diet Coke. However, I think I ate my orange slice plate garnishment, but only my fingers touched the outer peel.
The next day one of us had some OJ in Guiseppis without incident, but I don't recall the other hombre being served any orange peel garnishment in Guiseppis.
[QUOTE=Travv;1981185]I ate at Tacos Guanajuato the night before and then the next morning at La Perla for breakfast. Shortly after breakfast on the 31st, the stomach began gurgling and I began making visits to the white throne to throw up. Diarrhea then set in. I believe what caused it was that I was in the habit of putting the orange garnish provided in the breakfast and orange juice into the glass of orange juice to stretch the juice. And the skin of the orange that day was unwashed and had ecoli on it. Eventually I recovered enough to go and buy some Pepto Bismol but New Years eve was spent worshiping the white throne in my hotel. You might want to keep a small bottle of Pepto Bismo handy because when Montezuma's Revenge strikes, you are in no condition to walk anywhere to buy some.[/QUOTE]We all feel for you Travv, been there with severe food poisoning in May 20016 and was in bed for 4 days. Hell the acid in my vomit was so bad that it scared my throat for a month afterwards. Within an hour I was laid out and could hardly get the will and strength to crawl, get this, 12 feet to the White Throne to worship.
What sucks is that's how you spent your New years, ouch.
It's almost impossible to tell where you picked the bug up at unless others report the same.
TTM.
[QUOTE=Travv;1981185]I ate at Tacos Guanajuato the night before and then the next morning at La Perla for breakfast. Shortly after breakfast on the 31st, the stomach began gurgling and I began making visits to the white throne to throw up. Diarrhea then set in. I believe what caused it was that I was in the habit of putting the orange garnish provided in the breakfast and orange juice into the glass of orange juice to stretch the juice. And the skin of the orange that day was unwashed and had ecoli on it. Eventually I recovered enough to go and buy some Pepto Bismol but New Years eve was spent worshiping the white throne in my hotel. You might want to keep a small bottle of Pepto Bismo handy because when Montezuma's Revenge strikes, you are in no condition to walk anywhere to buy some.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Squid1234;1981557]There's many ways you could get sick. Pesticides on the veggies. Even defrosting chicken in water can give you e coli. I doubt the grills are cleaned between the different foods (chicken, pork, beef). Food not stored or transported cold enough. If he meat is stored in coolers under the cart, is the chicken in a separate cooler? I almost ate the the corner restaurant as it was crowded but earlier I watched bizarre foods in Vietnam. The host said how healthy the field rats were because the water and rice they fed on was clean and I got scared. I ate steak eggs rice beans once (at Asul I think, next to Adelita's) but drank a bottled coke and didn't use any salsa or anything that may have been left out. I've seen the standing girls eat from the carts but they would have a tolerance. HK staff used to eat at Rod's.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=HorseTrader;1981838]Sometimes it is difficult to know where you ate the bad food. A couple years ago I blamed my Caesers Salad from Caesar's Restaurant. Symptoms arrived about 20 minutes after leaving Caesar's. A few months later I learned that everybody in my breakfast group at a San Diego Doubletree became ill.[/QUOTE]Classic food poisoning, aka Traveler's Diarrhea, rarely starts a few minutes after eating. Typically it starts several hours, to a day, after eating whatever contained the e. Coli, or other nasty bacteria. So I suspect in your case it was something at the taco stand the previous night, and not at La Perla. Getting immediately sick from a contaminated orange peel would be very rare. Possible, but rare.
I know in my case I stopped getting "sick" (I never got really sick, just a mild case of the runs on occasion) when I stopped eating in the ZN. My rule of thumb wherever I travel is that if lots of tourists eat at a certain place, I will avoid it if possible. The food will be bad and the sanitation often marginal.
You don't get e. Coli from thawing chicken in water. E. coli, but most likely salmonella, may be present in the bird from processing. Assuming you're not eating raw or severely undercooked chicken, you don't get it from the chicken. You get it from cross-contamination. The cook preps the bird on a surface that gets contaminated with the salmonella. Then he preps a raw food, like a salad or garnish, on the same surface without cleaning it first. You eat the raw item, you get salmonella. By the same token, you can't get e. Coli from a grill that has cooked chicken, etc. , but not been cleaned. The heat of the grill is more than sufficient to kill any bacteria that may be transferred from the surface of the meat to the grill.
It was on the food network, it said never defrost chicken in water. I've gotten sick in LA at Alberto's Taco and in SD at Slater's 50 50 at liberty eating a burger. We may not have a tolerance for foods were not accustom to either like Indian spices. Vietnam has field rats, Korea, Scotland and Mexico all have a version of menudo and Philippines has a dish with swine face, ears, feet, brains and the street food is a duck embryo. Thailand street food is bugs. Cheap hot dogs here may have similar Pig parts if the cart doesn't say all beef or kosher but it may be the mayo not kept cold that gets you sick. So even if the cart is clean with good intentions, we may not have a tolerance for tripe, brains, tongue, etc. But it may be the salsa and other stuff left out that was the issue. There's a pharmacy around the corner open all night. I'm not bashing the carts, Google Gastrointestinal illness and Norovirus and it will most likely return cruise ships.
Tacos Guanajuato was just starting up that afternoon and I had a carne asada taco and a suadero taco with the free vegetable plate of cucumbers and radishes and the green salsa. Likely the grill wasn't hot enough to kill the bacteria then or a contaminated work counter. I just ate at La Perla this morning so I'll post if I get another case of the runs later on.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;1982129]Classic food poisoning, aka Traveler's Diarrhea, rarely starts a few minutes after eating. Typically it starts several hours, to a day, after eating whatever contained the e. Coli, or other nasty bacteria. So I suspect in your case it was something at the taco stand the previous night, and not at La Perla. Getting immediately sick from a contaminated orange peel would be very rare. Possible, but rare.
I know in my case I stopped getting "sick" (I never got really sick, just a mild case of the runs on occasion) when I stopped eating in the ZN. My rule of thumb wherever I travel is that if lots of tourists eat at a certain place, I will avoid it if possible. The food will be bad and the sanitation often marginal..[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Travv;1982337]Tacos Guanajuato was just starting up that afternoon and I had a carne asada taco and a suadero taco with the free vegetable plate of cucumbers and radishes and the green salsa. Likely the grill wasn't hot enough to kill the bacteria then or a contaminated work counter. I just ate at La Perla this morning so I'll post if I get another case of the runs later on.[/QUOTE]Salmonella and e. Coli are killed at temperatures between 150 F and 160 F. So, there is virtually no chance it came from the meat unless it was still raw. Most food poisoning from taco carts comes from the salsas or improperly washed / unwashed vegetables. I got a hellacious case of (probable) salmonella many years ago from a taco at the wharf in Ensenada. Doc said it was almost assuredly the salsa. As I said earlier, I now only eat at street places that do not cater to tourists. When locals get poisoned they tend to have long memories and either stop patronizing said establishment, or perhaps extract revenge.
[QUOTE=Squid1234;1982306]It was on the food network, it said never defrost chicken in water. I've gotten sick in LA at Alberto's Taco and in SD at Slater's 50 50 at liberty eating a burger. We may not have a tolerance for foods were not accustom to either like Indian spices. Vietnam has field rats, Korea, Scotland and Mexico all have a version of menudo and Philippines has a dish with swine face, ears, feet, brains and the street food is a duck embryo. Thailand street food is bugs. Cheap hot dogs here may have similar Pig parts if the cart doesn't say all beef or kosher but it may be the mayo not kept cold that gets you sick. So even if the cart is clean with good intentions, we may not have a tolerance for tripe, brains, tongue, etc. But it may be the salsa and other stuff left out that was the issue. There's a pharmacy around the corner open all night. I'm not bashing the carts, Google Gastrointestinal illness and Norovirus and it will most likely return cruise ships.[/QUOTE]I cook as a hobby and I've never heard of a prohibition on thawing chicken in water. Water is a great way to thaw items quickly, as water conducts heat much better than air. Leaving it set a room temperature, however, is another matter entirely. Burgers are a problem, as rare or medium rare isn't hot enough to kill e. Coli. E. coli is generally on the outside of the meat, so eating a mid-rare steak isn't dangerous. But if you grind up that same contaminated steak, the e. Coli gets into the center of the burger, the burger doesn't get hot enough, and bam, you get sick. I don't like mid-rare burgers anyway, so I tend to eat them medium or mid-well, but that still carries a slight risk.
Eating strange foods may give you the runs for a day or two, but not classic "Traveler's Diarrhea. " That may require and antibiotic to cure, or at the very least you KNOW it, I. E. Explosive shits, vomiting, toilet hugging, and all the other symptoms we all know and love. I will say I've had fiery foods in Sri Lanka, cobra in Vietnam, water bug in Cambodia, giant ant eggs in Thailand, crickets in Mexico, and never got sick. But the staff at a villa in Bali washed some breakfast fruit in some local water and laid me low for damn near a week.
Parasites and bacteria are not always originating from the food.
A clueless meat carver who transferred his bacteria to the knife and tongs because he didn't wash properly with hot water and soap after taking a deuce.
The dirty rags they use to wipe down utensils and work area that has only been dropped once for 2 seconds on the street.
The carving board that is stored overnight where the rats play and is never bleached ever.
[QUOTE=Bill;1982651]Parasites and bacteria are not always originating from the food.
A clueless meat carver who transferred his bacteria to the knife and tongs because he didn't wash properly with hot water and soap after taking a deuce.
The dirty rags they use to wipe down utensils and work area that has only been dropped once for 2 seconds on the street.
The carving board that is stored overnight where the rats play and is never bleached ever.[/QUOTE]I have to say, this is really too much information.
Could use more info and the sweetest and cleanest pussies to eat.
[QUOTE=Member#2041;1982684]I have to say, this is really too much information.[/QUOTE]
I also ate at la Perla on Friday the 30th. Puked acid that night and the the next day. Don't know whether it was the excessive spice or bad fish. Or both. I will probably skip the Salsa next time as it would be the only thing Incan think of as the culprit.
Noticed while driving to the Zona that a new Korean BBQ taco joint opened up at the corner of Galeana and Constitucion. Anyone try it or recommend Korean BBQ tacos?
[QUOTE=Travv;1983081]Anyone try it or recommend Korean BBQ tacos?[/QUOTE]Korean Tacos? With Mexican Kimchi, no doubt!
Walked up Constitucion to Galeana and on the corner was the Korean taco joint. Looked like all new stainless steel stoves and venting equipment in a freshly tiled eating area. A guy eating there recommended the chicken chipotle Korean taco like he was eating to me so I ordered one of those and a beef taco. The menu also included Korean tacos made of beef sausage, or of Chicharron or of Pulpo and ensaladitas and mulitas. Two tacos filled me up at 25 pesos each for a total of 50 pesos or roughly $2.50. Had an oriental flavor to the tacos (Mex / Korean flavor) and was topped with mild shredded cabbage (Kimchi?) Restaurant was clean and the cooking area was open for watching and the tacos flavorful. Worth the money.
[QUOTE=WombatEd2;1983240]Korean Tacos? With Mexican Kimchi, no doubt![/QUOTE]
Located on Diaz Miron, the buffet included beef and broccoli, chicken and broccoli, fried rice, egg flower soup, fried noodles, fried chicken nuggets and duck sauce, Chinese sprouts and celery in sauce, and my favorite. The fried imitation crab leg pieces. Upside, the food looked good, downside, the buffet table did not keep the food hot, so some of the items (beef and broccoli) tasted cold. A long walk from Zona Norte but it is difficult to find parking near this restaurant during lunch hours. Dessert at the buffet was a bucket of vanilla ice cream in a freezer for you to scoop, but I did not try this. Cost of the buffet was 78 pesos and I left a tip, which made the waitress happy, though I do not think you need to tip at self-service buffets.
Place is like a health food restaurant. Seems to specialize in different types of health food smoothies made from vegetables and fruits and honey that might help you with a hangover. Good breakfasts, I particularly like the Spanish omelets or the egg enchilada platter with beans and rice for breakfasts for around 70 pesos. Located next to a health food store that sells bottles of 100 percent cane alcohol useful for party punch for about $7 - which cannot be purchased in California, as 100 percent pure alcohol is banned for sale, so I have read. Recommend this restaurant for a good view of Avenida Revolucion and their health food smoothies to sip while people watching. Avenida Revolución #868 interior local 12 why 13, Zona Centro.
22000 Tijuana Baja California (About a 5 minute walk from Zona Norte).
Heard someone talking about the Las Pampas steak buffet in Zona Rio so I decided to try it for lunch. Took about 15 minutes of driving through heavy traffic before pulling into the parking lot on Sanchez Taboada where it is located to arrive a little after noon. A large soup and salad bar is in the center of the restaurant and after my waiter seated me, I began filling up a plate with a guacamole tostada, Caesar salad with romaine lettuce, cobb salad with hard boiled eggs and chips and salsa. There is a signal on your table: green means bring meat and red means stop. I flipped it to green and the waiters began bringing marinated beef steaks and tender prime rib chunks to my table along with garlic bread, which I used to make steak sandwiches. After 1 more trip to the salad bar for sushi and beef and vegetable soup, I was stuffed, even though there was more salads and desserts that I had room to try. Around $300 pesos for the buffet plus 80 pesos for the drinks I ordered. Left a tip of about 80 pesos for the good service by the waiters who cut the meat off the barby sticks to your order at your table. Recommended.
Expected the continental bagel but there was a menu of six choices. I tried the huevos rancheros wbich is nothing like the texmex style we are uses to. It was 2 eggs with enchelada sauce, mashed beans and potatoes. I liked it. It was not too much and didn't feel weighed down or sleepy afterwards.
[QUOTE=Travv;2005691]There is a signal on your table: green means bring meat and red means stop. I flipped it to green ....[/QUOTE]I took some picutres. The quality is not good because it was dark.
The soup came in a large bowl. I also ordered shrimp linguine. Too much food for one person.
Most people would eat 1 of the 3 items your ordered. That would be enough for a meal.
Are you sure you ate all 3?
Looked like you liked what you ate.
[QUOTE=WindAngel;2006022]The soup came in a large bowl. I also ordered shrimp linguine. Too much food for one person.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2006058]Most people would eat 1 of the 3 items your ordered. That would be enough for a meal.
Are you sure you ate all 3?
Looked like you liked what you ate.[/QUOTE]The pictures are for two different meals. I like the food.
The site mare, or seven seas, soup has a good variety of seafood and is delicious. It's similar to the famous French fishermen's Bouillabaisse, or the Greek soup, in which they use the scrap seafood, notably the ugly Monk fish, to make a tasty seafood stew. Recommended.
You should try the cold dishes, Botana, in which shrimp and octopus are blanched then marinaded in a spicy dressing. Mexico does have fresh and delicious seafood, which are marinaded in lime juice so they are safe to eat. Even the picky Japanese are impressed.
One of the Japanese bros keeps crossing the border from San Diego to buy a few cups of mariscos cocteles from the cart at the school girl corner. LOL.
[QUOTE=WindAngel;2006022]The soup came in a large bowl. I also ordered shrimp linguine. Too much food for one person.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2006348]The site mare, or seven seas, soup has a good variety of seafood and is delicious. It's similar to the famous French fishermen's Bouillabaisse, or the Greek soup, in which they use the scrap seafood, notably the ugly Monk fish, to make a tasty seafood stew. Recommended.
You should try the cold dishes, Botana, in which shrimp and octopus are blanched then marinaded in a spicy dressing. Mexico does have fresh and delicious seafood, which are marinaded in lime juice so they are safe to eat. Even the picky Japanese are impressed.
One of the Japanese bros keeps crossing the border from San Diego to buy a few cups of mariscos cocteles from the cart at the school girl corner. LOL.[/QUOTE]Man,
I miss Mexican food! I have been going out the last couple of days looking for street vendors and trying them out but they are just not as good. I will keep looking.
Is that the mariscos cart near the Adelita store corner? The old man is very friendly, and I really enjoy it.
The good mariscos cart is diagonal from the Adelita store, on the South East corner.
What city are you in?
The Mexican mariscos or seafood restaurants in South California just don't have the fresh sea food like what you find in Tijuana or Ensenada. Their seafood cocktails are all cooked, nothing raw and fresh due to lack of fresh ingredients.
Alleged live clams in US seafood stores or super markets are all dead or half dead with foul odors. There are Mexican guys who drive truck loads of fresh seafood from Ensenada to So Cal every day.
[QUOTE=WindAngel;2006454]Man,
I miss Mexican food! I have been going out the last couple of days looking for street vendors and trying them out but they are just not as good. I will keep looking.
Is that the mariscos cart near the Adelita store corner? The old man is very friendly, and I really enjoy it.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2006645]The good mariscos cart is diagonal from the Adelita store, on the South East corner.
What city are you in?
The Mexican mariscos or seafood restaurants in South California just don't have the fresh sea food like what you find in Tijuana or Ensenada. Their seafood cocktails are all cooked, nothing raw and fresh due to lack of fresh ingredients.
Alleged live clams in US seafood stores or super markets are all dead or half dead with foul odors. There are Mexican guys who drive truck loads of fresh seafood from Ensenada to So Cal every day.[/QUOTE]Actually, there is a new taco place that just opened in Escondido on Center City parkway called La Tacqueria San Diego last week that makes a great ceviche, as well as the most authentic Mexican food I have tasted in San Diego.
Ceviche is the right word for that cocktail of raw seafood in lime juice and hot pepper. The Mexicans call it Coctel.
This place is next to I 15, exit 17th street in Escondido.
Good suggestion. I will have to stop buy on the way down to try it out.
[QUOTE=Member#2041;2006656]Actually, there is a new taco place that just opened in Escondido on Center City parkway called La Tacqueria San Diego last week that makes a great ceviche, as well as the most authentic Mexican food I have tasted in San Diego.[/QUOTE]
This seafood restaurant looks fantastic and cheap, ceviches 50- 90 pesos. It's near Agua Caliente, a few blocks South of Costco.
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/ErizoBaja/[/URL]
[URL]http://menu.mx/v2/Erizo_Baja_Fish_House_and_Market/Tijuana/Espanol/NYB53W[/URL]
[URL]http://www.streetgourmetla.com/2010/05/cebicheria-erizo-tijuanabc-top-ceviche.html[/URL]
I would program all important Tijuana address in my GPS device so it won't forget.
The seafood dishes look great, but I would still like to have some meat along with them.
Sr Pampas has lunch for 150 and dinner for 210 pesos, all you can eat beef, veal, chicken, some grill tuna and shrimp. This is a good deal.
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sr-Pampas/124751784385564[/URL]
Was in El Centro Tijuana Friday PM for some business. Decided to find Erizo and Sr Pampas for dinner.
Don't plan to drive in Tijuana Friday afternoon. Traffic was horrendous. There were lots of cars on the streets with California plates, that would block intersections into gridlocks. I was inching along with an ambulance wailing its siren behind me, while some guys were potentially bleeding to death waiting for them, and drivers were blowing their horns in frustration like it would help speed up traffic. Tijuana drivers with CA plates are very rude and selfish.
My GPS device recognized the address for Erizo Mariscos, but brought me to behind the Cinemapolis mall. There is a food court in the mall but could not find Erizo anywhere nearby. Had a pretty good coctel de camaron for 140 pesos, equivalent to a 50-peso cup in La Zona, then set out to find Sr. Pampas.
The address for Sr. Pampas was incorrect; GPS did not have it. I was inching again in traffic in frustration back to La Zona Norte. Will have to try again with UBER or taxi.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2009914]This seafood restaurant looks fantastic and cheap, ceviches 50- 90 pesos. It's near Agua Caliente, a few blocks South of Costco.
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/ErizoBaja/[/URL]
[URL]http://menu.mx/v2/Erizo_Baja_Fish_House_and_Market/Tijuana/Espanol/NYB53W[/URL]
[URL]http://www.streetgourmetla.com/2010/05/cebicheria-erizo-tijuanabc-top-ceviche.html[/URL]
I would program all important Tijuana address in my GPS device so it won't forget.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Travv;2005691]Heard someone talking about the Las Pampas steak buffet in Zona Rio so I decided to try it for lunch. Took about 15 minutes of driving through heavy traffic before pulling into the parking lot on Sanchez Taboada where it is located to arrive a little after noon. A large soup and salad bar is in the center of the restaurant and after my waiter seated me, I began filling up a plate with a guacamole tostada, Caesar salad with romaine lettuce, cobb salad with hard boiled eggs and chips and salsa. There is a signal on your table: green means bring meat and red means stop. I flipped it to green and the waiters began bringing marinated beef steaks and tender prime rib chunks to my table along with garlic bread, which I used to make steak sandwiches. After 1 more trip to the salad bar for sushi and beef and vegetable soup, I was stuffed, even though there was more salads and desserts that I had room to try. Around $300 pesos for the buffet plus 80 pesos for the drinks I ordered. Left a tip of about 80 pesos for the good service by the waiters who cut the meat off the barby sticks to your order at your table. Recommended.[/QUOTE]Well Travv,
It seems as if you had no trouble finding and enjoying Pampas. Perhaps because you didn't try to change the restaurant's name? Pampas is great, but be sure to make reservations at peak times to avoid possibly waiting in line for a table. [URL]https://www.opentable.com/pampas-tijuana[/URL].
Can't understand why finding Erizo was difficult. It is located two half-blocks from the Grand Hotel Towers and just across from the Tijuana Country Club. Easy to find using google maps. [URL]https://www.facebook.com/ErizoBaja[/URL].
I visited Pamapa's last year. Nice place, but it's to noisy for me. Reminds me of 3 alarm fire drill.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2011769]Well Travv,
It seems as if you had no trouble finding and enjoying Pampas. Perhaps because you didn't try to change the restaurant's name? Pampas is great, but be sure to make reservations at peak times to avoid possibly waiting in line for a table. [URL]https://www.opentable.com/pampas-tijuana[/URL].
Can't understand why finding Erizo was difficult. It is located two half-blocks from the Grand Hotel Towers and just across from the Tijuana Country Club. Easy to find using google maps. [URL]https://www.facebook.com/ErizoBaja[/URL].[/QUOTE]
I got there just as it opened for lunch before leaving for San Diego, so easy to park and no waiting and plenty of tables. Recommended it yesterday to a group I met at Phil's BBQ. But I would not eat there then go to Zona Norte as you will be unable to walk, fit in your pants, or do anything but sleep due to being stuffed with so much BBQ like a bloated lizard! Love using the garlic bread to make steak sandwiches. So Zona Norte first then the buffet if you want to party.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2011982]I visited Pamapa's last year. Nice place, but it's to noisy for me. Reminds me of 3 alarm fire drill.[/QUOTE]
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[QUOTE=Travv;2012165]I got there just as it opened for lunch before leaving for San Diego, so easy to park and no waiting and plenty of tables. Recommended it yesterday to a group I met at Phil's BBQ. But I would not eat there then go to Zona Norte as you will be unable to walk, fit in your pants, or do anything but sleep due to being stuffed with so much BBQ like a bloated lizard! Love using the garlic bread to make steak sandwiches. So Zona Norte first then the buffet if you want to party.[/QUOTE]Just to inject a bit of anal retentive pedantry, the name is Mr. Pampas. For the directionally challenged, one of the easiest ways to get there is to take Calle 8 (the one in front of Ticuan) east until it dead ends. That's Sanchez Taboada. Turn right and keep straight for maybe a mile or so. It'll be on the right, on the corner of Sanchez Taboada and Abelardo Rodriguez. During rush hour it might take 15 or 20 minutes.
And yes, it's far too easy to overeat to an extreme degree.
Saturday 4 PM sunny and warm I had the car fixed, lots of food and and beers in HK, 2 rolls in bed with La Zona's day time beauties, so was heading home. But the border return traffic was congested way back at Benito Juarez. Decided to spend a beautiful and warm afternoon in Tijuana, finding that Eriza mariscos and Las Pampas to splurge rather than wasting time at the border.
There are many similar street names in zonas in Tijuana. So in the GPS you have to select which streets in which zona and which zip codes, or the GPS could take you far to the wrong locations. It led me south on Ave des Heroes in Zona Rio, a very nice, clean, leafy part of town with many upscale restaurants and clubs. It turned West on Gen Rodriguez and quickly found Las Pampas.
Left the car to valet. There were families with about 20 people waiting in front, not for tables but to pick up their cars. The place was packed at 4 PM, but I got my table out front in the open veranda after 10 minutes.
Their salad bar was above average, including a big Italian ham with shaved prosciutto, no sushi but a few plates of California rolls. The meats are above average. The big chunks of sirloin were tender and tasty, but the strips of filet mignon were dry and tasteless. The octopus grilled with star anise was very good, reminding me of the islands in Greece. Churrascarias in So Cal and Brazil would have dozens of sauces and condiments for guest, but Pampas only offers salt, pepper, red and green salsas.
Dinner costed total 475 pesos or $26 including tip and a 100-peso glass of wine. Pampas has no wine list, only a few choices. Its 400-peso per bottle private label wine was below average. Morton's in Socal serves better steaks with much better wines for about 2 x Tijuana prices.
Tijuana is sunny, dry, warm, a very nice place to spend weekends for good food and good, fun, sexy companies of chicas. It feels safer and more peaceful outside of La Zona Norte. I told my friends on the East Coast to stop flying to DR and head for San Diego / Tijuana every chance they have.
Had an appointment at 5 PM on Friday. Got there on California time but found Tijuana does not follow DLST, still 1 hour ahead, and the office was closed. Damn. All my times reported here in the Fall and Winter time should add 1 hour for normal Tijuana time.
What to do at 6 PM in La Zona Rio before heading to La Zona Norte to party with young, nubile chicas? I was 5 miles South on Agua Caliente so turned on the GPS device to find Erizo Mariscos. The GPS did not recognize the address and zip code numbers, but took me about 5 miles South on AC then turned West on Ave Sonora, past La Zona Gastronomica, and stopped me right in front of Erizo. Pretty damn impressive. I can now travel all over Mexico and never get lost hehe.
It was Friday dinner time but la Zona Gastro was deserted, restaurants empty with chairs stacked on tables. Erizo is a small, cozy, nice, clean place on a nice, clean, quiet side street, with about 15 diners, all Mexicans. The wait staff apparently sees very few gringos so did not know how to deal with them. It took 15 minutes before they brought out a kitchen helper who could speak a few words of English.
I ordered a beer and their special drink "Cuban" with a shellfish consome and the Green Mean Machine (unofficial US Army's name), Verda Cammaron, recommended by Street Gourmet LA, which is chopped shrimp marinaded in a spicy, herb vinaigrette. The food is fresh and OK, but bland and nothing special. Costed me only 180 pesos (about $10) before tip.
Erizo is a long drive from La Zona, not worth the trip. LOS Arcos is 2 short blocks East. The old menu in Las Perla had some much tastier seafood dishes, and it's right in the middle of La Zona with these pretty, flirty, sexy young girls, so what not to like? Someone just have to put out contracts on their noisy brass bands so we can enjoy the food in peace. The new menu has only half of the dishes as before. La Perla is now doing only about 20% business volume.
One of my favorite places is the hugely-popular Tacos Mariscos on OCampo near Calle 6 where they grill dozen large sea basses out front. That place makes some very tasty cocktails and ceviche with large portions and lower prices, not to mention their special whole grilled fish. Of course Las Pampas' AYCE grilled meat and seafood for $11 is a great deal.
Outside of La Zona Norte, Tijuana is pretty quiet and peaceful with a slow, relaxed pace of life, very tasty food and hot chicas Tijuana is the perfect paradise to live and hang out.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2022864]Had an appointment at 5 PM on Friday. Got there on California time but found Tijuana does not follow DLST, still 1 hour ahead, and the office was closed. Damn. All my times reported here in the Fall and Winter time should add 1 hour for normal Tijuana time.
What to do at 6 PM in La Zona Rio before heading to La Zona Norte to party with young, nubile chicas? I was 5 miles South on Agua Caliente so turned on the GPS device to find Erizo Mariscos. The GPS did not recognize the address and zip code numbers, but took me about 5 miles South on AC then turned West on Ave Sonora, past La Zona Gastronomica, and stopped me right in front of Erizo. Pretty damn impressive. I can now travel all over Mexico and never get lost hehe.
It was Friday dinner time but la Zona Gastro was deserted, restaurants empty with chairs stacked on tables. Erizo is a small, cozy, nice, clean place on a nice, clean, quiet side street, with about 15 diners, all Mexicans. The wait staff apparently sees very few gringos so did not know how to deal with them. It took 15 minutes before they brought out a kitchen helper who could speak a few words of English.
I ordered a beer and their special drink "Cuban" with a shellfish consome and the Green Mean Machine (unofficial US Army's name), Verda Cammaron, recommended by Street Gourmet LA, which is chopped shrimp marinaded in a spicy, herb vinaigrette. The food is fresh and OK, but bland and nothing special. Costed me only 180 pesos (about $10) before tip.
Erizo is a long drive from La Zona, not worth the trip. LOS Arcos is 2 short blocks East. The old menu in Las Perla had some much tastier seafood dishes, and it's right in the middle of La Zona with these pretty, flirty, sexy young girls, so what not to like? Someone just have to put out contracts on their noisy brass bands so we can enjoy the food in peace. The new menu has only half of the dishes as before. La Perla is now doing only about 20% business volume.
One of my favorite places is the hugely-popular Tacos Mariscos on OCampo near Calle 6 where they grill dozen large sea basses out front. That place makes some very tasty cocktails and ceviche with large portions and lower prices, not to mention their special whole grilled fish. Of course Las Pampas' AYCE grilled meat and seafood for $11 is a great deal.
Outside of La Zona Norte, Tijuana is pretty quiet and peaceful with a slow, relaxed pace of life, very tasty food and hot chicas Tijuana is the perfect paradise to live and hang out.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the review. It was on my list.
If you look across the street you will see a two level restaurant called TABULE. They have a very good Tuna Steak there. It overlooks the golf course.
Up the block from Erizo is a good coffee / pastry cafe that sells decent homemade cakes. I forget the name of it but you will see a terrace with tables.
I did see Tabule. I have big chunks of blue fin tuna in my freezer just waiting for the right occasions and good companies.
The coffee place was closed with chairs stacked on tables. Pretty sad really.
I think Tijuana outside of La Zona Norte is very nice, slow, relaxed, safe, civilized and cheap, a nice place to live in with or without the pretty chicas. Looks like you moved to Tijuana. Would appreciate you write up more about normal life in Tijuana.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2022950]Thanks for the review. It was on my list.
If you look across the street you will see a two level restaurant called TABULE. They have a very good Tuna Steak there. It overlooks the golf course.
Up the block from Erizo is a good coffee / pastry cafe that sells decent homemade cakes. I forget the name of it but you will see a terrace with tables.[/QUOTE]
Give a try if you like Goat meat, food is good and it's very close to center of action, adjacent to hotel Ibiza.
The way the happy hour with a hot buffet and chips and salsa works at Casa De Pico at Grossmont Center in La Mesa is that you only get a paper plate to go to the buffet after you buy a drink. Around $6 for a strawberry margarita, which is what I usually order. This stops the freeloaders, since they have to buy a drink for each trip to the buffet, and since this is a restaurant / bar, the hot buffet is usually pretty good. Chicken wings, enchiladas, burritos covered with melted cheese or taquitos. Once the buffet had excellent chiles rellenos casserole. Since the margaritas are excellent and the food is excellent, the place is packed. They also have a Taco Tuesday with discounted tacos. This is the model Chicago Club should follow, IMO, make a deal with a local restaurant to run a happy hour buffet and pull in the tourists with food and dancers.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2031024]The free beers coupon is a good start. Have to come by and check it out.
If they hand out free spicy pork tacos, they could sell a lot of drinks. But they would still need hot chicas for the guys to want to come back and spend time and money on the girls.
This reminds me of Mr. J's, a topless strip joint near Orange County airport. Friday night for years they would have 2 dozens hot strippers and very good free snacks of cheese, pizza, wings, sausages etc. , hoping to attract the heavy drinkers and big tippers after work, but it never worked, even in a high-income area. They got mostly cheap skates who bought a $2 beer, ate prodigious amounts of free food, ogled but never tipped strippers.
I got a few tel numbers from their hot strippers, but could never arrange for sex them. After about 5 years of giving out free food, they folded. The place was owned and managed by a bunch of scary hoodlums. It may have been a front for something illegal, who knows? Recently a few popular bar chains in the US have been busted for selling drugs and prostitutes.[/QUOTE]
Chicago can't even keep their bar clean and their putas smelling good. You think they can keep their food clean and fresh? A buffet is a lot of work. Perhaps a discount menu with a local restaurant would be more realistic. But the restaurant next to Chicago has gone through many operators; none could survive long.
Bar Malquerida, Golden Corral and La Caretta in the alley occasionally would have free tacos days. They would cook the meat in boiling vats of oil or flaming hot grills right on the sidewalk. If that brought in more guys, they would have done it more often.
Most guys go to la Zona bars to flirt and fuck pretty girls and to drink, not to eat. Pretty girls is the main ingredient, not food. It's sick to see girls sit around all night in bars like Chicago and the&G, doing virtually no business. Supply appears in the excess. To increase demand, bar owners should do something, improving girls' quality, reduce prices, adding services, giving out incentives, targeting more specific clienteles etc. But they are too lazy and stubborn to change and adapt.
Dozens pretty girls sitting all night in bars in Puerta Vallarta and Cabo, asking for $300 sessions, doing no business. But they won't recognize the problems, find solutions and adapt. If they would just copy a few aspects of HK's operation, they would immediately have a share of the crowded HK's market.
[QUOTE=Travv;2031455] This is the model Chicago Club should follow, IMO, make a deal with a local restaurant to run a happy hour buffet and pull in the tourists with food and dancers.[/QUOTE]
Have been visiting Senor Pho for their Vietnamese Iced Coffee and today for another Vietnamese Lemonade. Always good on a warm day. The Vietnamese Lemonade is like a lemonade Slurpee with lots of crushed ice with a whole lemon blended in. Well worth the 40 pesos when you are thirsty for beyond ice cold lemonade with real lemons. I've tried the Vietnamese Pho with chicken and vegetables but I prefer the fried egg sandwich with Vietnamese vegetables on a baguette. Took refuge in the restaurant to escape the painfully loud band that plays by the taco shop and discovered how good the food is there. The restaurant also has a TV that shows current movies and National Geographic while you are sipping your drinks and watching the events in the street. Recommended: Vietnamese Iced coffee and Vietnamese lemonade, along with the fried egg sandwich. Haven't tried the appetizers yet but soon.
Menu looks delicious with many exotic dishes:
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/senor.pho.tijuana/?ref=py_c[/URL]
It's right next to bar Tropical and Mermaids massage.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2035507]Menu looks delicious with many exotic dishes:
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/senor.pho.tijuana/?ref=py_c[/URL][/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Travv;2035252]Have been visiting Senor Pho for their Vietnamese Iced Coffee and today for another Vietnamese Lemonade. Always good on a warm day. The Vietnamese Lemonade is like a lemonade Slurpee with lots of crushed ice with a whole lemon blended in. Well worth the 40 pesos when you are thirsty for beyond ice cold lemonade with real lemons. I've tried the Vietnamese Pho with chicken and vegetables but I prefer the fried egg sandwich with Vietnamese vegetables on a baguette. Took refuge in the restaurant to escape the painfully loud band that plays by the taco shop and discovered how good the food is there. The restaurant also has a TV that shows current movies and National Geographic while you are sipping your drinks and watching the events in the street. Recommended: Vietnamese Iced coffee and Vietnamese lemonade, along with the fried egg sandwich. Haven't tried the appetizers yet but soon.[/QUOTE]I stopped in to Mr. Pho two times this week. On their menu the third Pho dish that was offered was a bowl of Pho with thinly sliced steak and lengua. The sixth Pho dish was beef brisket with lengua. I think these were the only two bowls of Pho that offered lengua, which I like a lot. Fewer and fewer taco carts over the years seem to be offering lengua.
The medium size Phos cost 80 pesos and the grandes cost 125 pesos. On my first visit I ordered the brisket with lengua in size medium. I thought it was pretty good with the rice noodles well prepared. Not a lot of meat in the bowl, but it was consistent with the amount of meat I typically get in the cheaper Pho restaurants in Orange County.
On my second visit I went for a grande size bowl of the thin sliced steak and lengua. I was far less satisfied on my second visit. I was not carefully counting the slices of meat on my visits, but it sure seemed like there was just about the same amount of meat in the medium serving as there was in the grande-sized, which made the grande-sized bowl appear to be very skimpy. And not just in the meat. The garnishment plate with bean sprouts, cut limes and peppers were exactly the same size during both of my visits and even the amount of rice noodles seemed to be about the same (on my second visit the noodles seemed sticky and a little overcooked). I went there two days apart and it seemed as if all you got extra on the Grande size bowls was more broth and not more of anything else!
And then the guy tried to short change me twice on that second visit. I paid for the grande bowl with a 500-pesos note. The initial change I got was 345 pesos. On the counter by the cash register I refused to pick up my change and told him it was short as I pointed at it. He said it was correct, but when I still didn't pick it up he looked it over with greater scrutiny and then opened the register and added another 20-peso note to my change still sitting on the counter. I told him there should still be "diez mas" and he disagreed with me. We stared at each other. A couple more times I had to refuse picking up the change and instead say to him "there should be diez mas". So he finally replied by picking up the calculator next to the cash register and entering 500 and then subtracting 125 to get the displayed result of 375. He pointed at the calculator total and then my change.
On the counter I separated out the two cien notes. I pointed to them and said "Doscientos, si" and then I said to him in English "But this is not seventy five pesos" he looked at my change while shaking his head. And then he acted the part of suddenly realizing I was correct. He opened the register drawer once again and pulled out another ten pesos to add to my change.
For a second I though about taking back my twelve pesos tip I had left on my dining table, but decided to just leave it. I'm not sure if I will return there on future trips to La Zona. But if I do, I will only order the medium serving of Pho.
Is Senor Pho Orthodox or Reformed?
Is his restaurant Kosher?
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2035528]It's right next to bar Tropical and Mermaids massage.[/QUOTE]
I brought a friend over to try the food at Senor Pho yesterday afternoon and the manager gave a free fried rice bowl sample and a free iced Vietnamese coffee sample once he heard it was her first visit. Had another Vietnamese limonada and enjoyed the restaurant ambiance.
The restaurant is right across the street from Hong Kong's front door with a circular sign. The sign is very hard to read and does not spell out PHO clearly, so I was always assuming it was just another Mexican restaurant. This confusing circular sign is a big marketing mistake. The owner should post more signs in the windows, advertising PHO and Vietnamita cuisine.
After drinking 4 beers and ogling dozens hot girls in HK, my stomach needed soothing. So I crossed Coahuila to Senor Pho and ordered a medium bowl of PHO, rice noodle beef soup with brisket and tongue, for 80 pesos. The medium bowl is small, about the size of a grape fruit. It has enough flavor and aroma of beef pho, but the noodle was way under cooked, broth thin, meats sliced razor thin, leaving no texture or taste.
In comparison a cup of Sopa de Rez at the popular taco stand costs only 32 pesos, the broth is way too rich and fatty with about a quarter pound of chopped beef, eaten with corn tacos dipped in the soup. This Mexican sopa if served with rice, wheat ior corn noodle in bigger bowls would be a better balance between taste of meat, broth and starch and.
The quality and quantity of food of Mr Pho are way lower compared to other ethnic, Vietnamita, Chinese restaurants near La Zona, and far worse than Mexican's. The same mistakes were done by the Vietnamita guy next to Chicago a few years back. The Chicago's Pho was way tastier, better and more sumptuous, but he did not survive. Unless Mr Pho makes improvements quickly he will not be able to develop repeat clienteles to make a sustainable and profitable restaurant business, and the place will go down like other Vietnamita restaurants in La Zona.
Anyone know where I can get a good elote in Tijuana?
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2037897]Anyone know where I can get a good elote in Tijuana?[/QUOTE]At La Linea.
Had the honor of making my 1st trip to HK / La Zona with Captain Solo last week for the Stripper of the Year event. Had a blast. During the intermission, we had a bite at the popular taco spot before the Captain gave me a tour of all the other clubs, restaurants, street girls. The al pastor was some of the best I've ever had when compared to what you can get in Socal. I believe they were 20 pesos each and the tacos were surprisingly a lot bigger than what I expected. The average eater would be happy with 2-3 tacos.
It was fun to see you gulp down the big tacos al pastor like a pro. Hehe. La Zona's tacos are exceptionally tasty with all fresh ingredients and just the right amount of spices in the marinade, leaving a delicious balance of taste, texture and flavor in the juicy meat. The other taco al pastor cart on Revo near Amnesia strip club, very popular with taxi drivers, puts too much cumin in their marinade taking away most natural flavors.
In comparison, Chipotle's beef tacos are tiny, tasteless and the meat smells like it's been around a few days. I don't think Chipotle's ingredients are fresh as they claim.
Big eaters should try Senor Pampas' Brazilian steak house in Zona Rio, AYCE meats and seafood dinner, $11 weekday. Would cost $70 in OC and LA.
It was fun to have you as a wingman. Let's do it again soon.
[QUOTE=IGotFingers;2039429]Had the honor of making my 1st trip to HK / La Zona with Captain Solo last week for the Stripper of the Year event. Had a blast. During the intermission, we had a bite at the popular taco spot before the Captain gave me a tour of all the other clubs, restaurants, street girls. The al pastor was some of the best I've ever had when compared to what you can get in Socal. I believe they were 20 pesos each and the tacos were surprisingly a lot bigger than what I expected. The average eater would be happy with 2-3 tacos.[/QUOTE]
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I agree about the quality of the la zona's tacos. The tacos al pastor outside of Hong Kong are the best tacos I've ever had. I honestly miss those tacos and I can't have tacos in the states anymore.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2039563]It was fun to see you gulp down the big tacos al pastor like a pro. Hehe. La Zona's tacos are exceptionally tasty with all fresh ingredients and just the right amount of spices in the marinade, leaving a delicious balance of taste, texture and flavor in the juicy meat. The other taco al pastor cart on Revo near Amnesia strip club, very popular with taxi drivers, puts too much cumin in their marinade taking away most natural flavors.
In comparison, Chipotle's beef tacos are tiny, tasteless and the meat smells like it's been around a few days. I don't think Chipotle's ingredients are fresh as they claim.
Big eaters should try Senor Pampas' Brazilian steak house in Zona Rio, AYCE meats and seafood dinner, $11 weekday. Would cost $70 in OC and LA.
It was fun to have you as a wingman. Let's do it again soon.[/QUOTE]
Has anyone tried Colectivo 9 on Revolución? Looks interesting on Yelp, I was thinking of trying it out soon.
Good find. This place is on West side of Revo, half a block South of Calle 6, which is not bad. Have to try it next time.
Zona Gastronomica is just too far South. I would never drive down that far just for a meal. Senor Pampas is off Paseo de LOS Heroes, about 10 miles South of La Zona, but it's worth the drive to splurge.
There is a mariscos taco place on East side of O'Campo, half block South of 4, with a large menu, fresh seafood, grilled bass, very cheap shrimp, fish tacos, ceviche etc.
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2040521]Has anyone tried Colectivo 9 on Revolucin? Looks interesting on Yelp, I was thinking of trying it out soon.[/QUOTE]
So I decided to check out Taqueria Franc. I was too shy to ask anyone so it took me a while to figure it out it was a self seating place. Also, am I expected to tip the server at Taqueria Franc?
As for the food, I think the taco stand at the corner of Hong Kong is both tastier and less expensive.
Are there any other taco stands I should try?
The other 2 tacos stands on Coahuila, corner North Nino Heroes and Constitucion, are owned by the same people, rotating cooks among them. But the 1 near Hong Kong is still more wildly popular. WTF?
The guys at the taco restaurant next to that stand are pretty nice people. They would invite me in to sit down and eat. I usually buy the Taco El Tabor and order something inside the restaurant so I can sit down eat in peace, avoiding the annoying filthy beggars and shoe shines. Their brisket is deep fried and burned to a crisp. They also cook the carne asada and all sorts of offals. I would give them a tip for being nice.
There is another Taco El Tabor stand on Rev Near the Amnesia club and the Jai Ajai, very popular with cab drivers, open all night. It's not as good as the one next to Hong Kong for my taste due to too much cumin and other spices in the marinade.
The mariscos place on O'Campo and Calle 4 has lots of good, fresh, tasty sea food, sashimi, fish tacos cheap. Mexico has some of the freshest and tastiest sea food in the world. Restaurants in Tijuana are also much better and tastier than those in Ensenada. Two for two, both food and pussies, Ensenada loses to Tijuana. Hehehe.
$5 rib eye dinners in Azul is delicious, a very good deal and you don't have to waste time away from the sexy young HK chicas. If I go outside of La Zona Norte, I may as well drive to Senor Pampas churascos for a real classy dinner with AYCE grilled meats and sea food for $11. Fuck the cheap, grimy, filthy, low-life taco stands with their filthy beggars, dogs and shoe shines.
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2053838]So I decided to check out Taqueria Franc. I was too shy to ask anyone so it took me a while to figure it out it was a self seating place. Also, am I expected to tip the server at Taqueria Franc?
As for the food, I think the taco stand at the corner of Hong Kong is both tastier and less expensive.
Are there any other taco stands I should try?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=JBoarman;2053865]What would be a good place out of these 10 places to spend 3-4 hours on Saturday afternoon? All of them have mixed reviews. I am a foodie and don't mind window shopping. Avenida Revolucion? I was going to take a cab and check out beach, but then it seems far.
[URL]https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g150776-Activities-Tijuana_Baja_California.html[/URL][/QUOTE]Go eat at El Taller. One of the best restaurants in Tijuana.
I was going to take a cab to Ave Revolution but then I checked google maps, its just 13 min walk from HK, not bad. I always thought its far. I've got my T-Mobile north american plan and it works in Tijuana. So should be set. Shopping mall Plaza Rio also sounds good. But for sure will eat my Lunch somewhere in Ave Revolution. What is "mariscos restaurants", is a type of a restaurant or name of a restaurant? Best place to eat in Ave Revolution?
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2054061]You only have 4 hours. The beach in La Playa is a joke, not worth the time to cab there.
If you plan to spend 4 hours in the afternoon, I suggest you walk South to Ave Revolution, checking out the music and natives performance at the hotel Nelson's plaza, the handicraft stands and mariscos restaurants in that area.
Walk South on Revolucion, checking out trinket shops and farmacias catering to tourists. You may find some interesting and artistic gift items uniquely Mexican.
Take a cab about 2 miles South to the nice, clean, upscale, main shopping mall Plaza Rio, where the middle class goes for shopping, food and entertainment. There is a food court with nice, clean stores and good varieties of food:
Plaza Rio, Calle Paseo de LOS Heroes 96, Tijuana 22010.
On the way back, stop by Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe and confess all your sins. Hehe.[/QUOTE]
This is rated quite high in reviews. Must be great. Far tho, 15 min cab ride down south.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2054103]Go eat at El Taller. One of the best restaurants in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=JBoarman;2053865]What would be a good place out of these 10 places to spend 3-4 hours on Saturday afternoon? All of them have mixed reviews. I am a foodie and don't mind window shopping. Avenida Revolucion? I was going to take a cab and check out beach, but then it seems far.
[URL]https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g150776-Activities-Tijuana_Baja_California.html[/URL][/QUOTE]If you're a foodie, take advice from some of us who have actually been outside of the Zona.
Playas has lots of little seafood joints with incredible ocean views and dirt cheap ceviche. It's not far, but I think your time is better spent elsewhere your first trip.
CECUT can be interesting if there is an event the weekend you're going. Check their web site.
Plaza Rio is nothing but a shopping mall. BFD. Skip it.
The Cathedrals are always on TripAdvisor's lists, and I can never figure out why. The one in Tijuana is just this side of a dump. It's somewhat interesting externally, inside it just reeks of age, and not in a good way. Save it for Spain.
Stroll from 1st to 8th and back on Revolucion. It's nice to check out the various shops. No longer is it wall to wall trinket shops. Lots of different bars and restaurants. Trendy movie theaters and other hipster establishments now dot the landscape. One thing you MUST do, because it is a touristy tradition that stretches back into the mists of time is to get your picture taken with a Tijuana Zonkey. You'll feel stupid, but you'll treasure it later. You'll find a ton of interesting bars along 6th street, but they may not be going, depending on what time you're there. Dandy del Sur will probably be open, and is a taste of old-school Tijuana. It's worth a peek.
If you truly are a foodie, make an early dinner reservation at Mision 19. Trust me. Have the tasting menu, they have 2 sizes. You won't regret it. On the floor above is Bar 20. I love their cocktails, although the music sucks. But it's worth it to go a bit early and have a drink before dinner.
Between a leisurely 16 block stroll (8 up and 8 back), a stop for a donkey pic, a stop or two in a bar, and a dinner at Mision 19, you'll easily pass 4 hours.
[QUOTE=JBoarman;2054160]I was going to take a cab to Ave Revolution but then I checked google maps, its just 13 min walk from HK, not bad. I always thought its far. I've got my T-Mobile north american plan and it works in Tijuana. So should be set. Shopping mall Plaza Rio also sounds good. But for sure will eat my Lunch somewhere in Ave Revolution. What is "mariscos restaurants", is a type of a restaurant or name of a restaurant? Best place to eat in Ave Revolution?[/QUOTE]Mariscos is Spanish for seafood. The best place on Revolucion is Caesar's Restaurant, bar none. But, seriously, don't take your advice from somebody whose ne plus ultra is a food court or an all you can eat buffet.
Javier Plascencia runs Mision 19. Google him. The Plascencia Family runs, among other famous places, Caesar's. If you can't make it anywhere else, Caesar's is a very good spot. Have the tableside Caesar salad.
Sounds good.
Any good breakfast places near HK, I mean in a walking distance of HK? Last time, I asked guys at HK (the security guys at the gate) and the guys as reception in Cascadas, they had not clue which joint serve breakfast burritos.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2054484]You only have 4 hours to spend in Tijuana. It's not smart to cab half hour to some alleged restaurants in the boon dock and wait another half hour for them to serve their food. Traffic in Tijuana can be congested in many places during the day time. If you want to taste Mexico's basic cuisine, holes in the walls taco shops on Revo and various seafood and tacos carts on the streets serve their popular food. Find the shops or stands with lots of people and you will have fresh, tasty food.
Walk South on Constitution then East on Art123 towards the Arc. In the hotel Nelson's plaza half dozens sea food restaurants have touts, some very good-looking young girls, out front luring in tourists. Hotel Nelson serves a good menu of food and stiff drinks with tables out in the plaza, where you can sit and watch natives' performances and the locals who shop the area. Ave Revolucion has stores for tourists; Ave Constitucion has stores for locals, packed with pedestrians and shoppers on weekends.
You definitely want to cab 2 miles South to Plaza Rio on the nice, clean, leafy Ave LOS Heroes, to see how the middle class lives, with their nice, clean, artsy stores, clubs and restaurants. Afterwards just hail a cab back to the border or back to La Zona.[/QUOTE]
I like pork if properly prepared. How do they prepare the 10-inch thick pork chops? Deep fried or grilled over charcoal may be? Are the chops tender, flavorful and juicy? I have to try out this place.
The problem though, a heavy meal would kill off the libido for the whole night while the stomach tries to digest. That's why I prefer only light dinners with a single taco or a coctel of half dozen raw clams or oyster or cooked shrimp, eaten with crackers or crisp tostada. That way I can hang out in HK drinking, flirting with pretty girls all night, screwing 2 to 3 girls a night.
If I get hungry, I can order take out food with 2-for-1 coupons from Azul and treat my favorite girls to decent meals. Believe me the poor, hungry chicas are grateful for those caring gestures.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2054212]Order the Pork Chop (they have their own farm. Cuts are thick like a NY Steak) and Pizza Jamon Serrano (small size). Banana Pudding for desert and Roasted Garlic for appetizer. Afterwards take a nap!
It takes 10 minutes to get there from the Zona Norte by taxi. A meal will run you maybe $30 with ALL the trimmings. Appetizer entree drink Etc.
Well worth it. One of my favs.[/QUOTE]
Rest Monaco next to Adelita serves good, lean breakfasts with brewed coffee. I hate the tasteless breakfasts and instant coffee served in Azul.
La Perla also serves good breakfast with brewed coffee but it opens late at 9 and the service is usually slow.
OXXO stores have hot brewed coffee 24/7.
Or you can walk to the McDonald's on Calle 1, corner Constitucion, in the plaza South of Hotel Nelson and the Arc. Fried eggs in most other places are very greasy.
[QUOTE=JBoarman;2054510]Sounds good.
Any good breakfast places near HK, I mean in a walking distance of HK? Last time, I asked guys at HK (the security guys at the gate) and the guys as reception in Cascadas, they had not clue which joint serve breakfast burritos.[/QUOTE]
La Perla for some reason does not show its breakfast menu. You will have to request the scrambled eggs and bacon for 40 pesos which comes with frijoles and tortillas de maiz, with which you can make breakfast tacos with the best fresh made salsa in Tijuana. The fresh squeezed OJ is good too. Or you can walk to Avenida Revolucion to Restaurante 58 near Sorianas and the Italian restaurant for their excellent egg enchiladas with frijoles - 90 pesos, or the omelette California with green peppers and cheese for 120 pesos. This restaurant also has great breakfast smoothies. Strawberry, apple and granola blended for about 50 pesos. Or the beet smoothy (Sangron) for extra HK staying power!
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2054600]Rest Monaco next to Adelita serves good, lean breakfasts with brewed coffee. I hate the tasteless breakfasts and instant coffee served in Azul.
La Perla also serves good breakfast with brewed coffee but it opens late at 9 and the service is usually slow.
OXXO stores have hot brewed coffee 24/7.
Or you can walk to the McDonald's on Calle 1, corner Constitucion, in the plaza South of Hotel Nelson and the Arc. Fried eggs in most other places are very greasy.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2054511]I like pork if properly prepared. How do they prepare the 10-inch thick pork chops? Deep fried or grilled over charcoal may be? Are the chops tender, flavorful and juicy? I have to try out this place.
The problem though, a heavy meal would kill off the libido for the whole night while the stomach tries to digest. That's why I prefer only light dinners with a single taco or a coctel of half dozen raw clams or oyster or cooked shrimp, eaten with crackers or crisp tostada. That way I can hang out in HK drinking, flirting with pretty girls all night, screwing 2 to 3 girls a night.
If I get hungry, I can order take out food with 2-for-1 coupons from Azul and treat my favorite girls to decent meals. Believe me the poor, hungry chicas are grateful for those caring gestures.[/QUOTE]Pretty sure they are over charcoal on a grill. They truly are a sight to be seen. I've never seen a decent pork chop in Tijuana until I saw these. The entire menu needs to be explored.
I highly recommend this place. Not everything is superb but the menu has wonderful choices.
I find when I eat a good meal before drinking I have to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord111][CodeWord111][/url] less, which is a plus for me since many of my sessions are interrupted by bladder issues.
[QUOTE=JBoarman;2054510]Sounds good.
Any good breakfast places near HK, I mean in a walking distance of HK? Last time, I asked guys at HK (the security guys at the gate) and the guys as reception in Cascadas, they had not clue which joint serve breakfast burritos.[/QUOTE]That's because a breakfast burrito is primarily an American invention. You'll be hard pressed to find one in any place that serves anything close to traditional food. I've never seen one in Tijuana. Although, as I sit here writing this from Uruapan, I did notice a cafe last night that served a sort of breakfast burrito, so they exist in some form or another, but nothing like you're thinking of.
Foodie, indeed.
Sorry to hear about this problem. Looks like you have a prostate problem. Have good doctors test and check it out and treat it before it gets terminal.
A bro in the a site found prostate cancer too late and has only 6 months to live. Damn.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2054637]I find when I eat a good meal before drinking I have to peeeee less, which is a plus for me since many of my sessions are interrupted by bladder issues.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2055066]Sorry to hear about this problem. Looks like you have a prostate problem.[/QUOTE]After a certain age, most men do. From Wikipedia: "An estimated 50% of men have histologic evidence of BPH by age 50 and 75% by age 80; in 4050% of these men, BPH becomes clinically significant. ".
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2055066]Have good doctors test and check it out and treat it before it gets terminal.
A bro in the a site found prostate cancer too late and has only 6 months to live. Damn.[/QUOTE]Very good advice, but the stats I quote above are about BPH, not cancer. (The first letter of "BPH" stands for "benign".).
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2055066]Sorry to hear about this problem. Looks like you have a prostate problem. Have good doctors test and check it out and treat it before it gets terminal.
A bro in the a site found prostate cancer too late and has only 6 months to live. Damn.[/QUOTE]Actually I don't. Neither do I have diabetes. It has been checked every year.
All my friends from overseas were impressed with la Perla's exotic thatch-roof building and its delicious, authentic Mexican seafood cuisine.
We had many fun, exciting dinner parties at La Perla. We would have gone there every night for dinner but for their extremely loud and offensive brass band. La Perla should only aloud small groups of mariachis to perform for dining guests on request.
Their business has shrunk significantly after 2008 with a much smaller menu and very few guests at dinner time. It's a sad sign of the general decline in business health in La Zona Norte, all except the Hong Kong Zoo. Hehe.
Perhaps La Perla should put its spinner waitresses to strip on the stage and perform in lap dance booths to spice up business?
[QUOTE=Travv;2054632]La Perla for some reason does not show its breakfast menu. You will have to request the scrambled eggs and bacon for 40 pesos which comes with frijoles and tortillas de maiz, with which you can make breakfast tacos with the best fresh made salsa in Tijuana. The fresh squeezed OJ is good too. Or you can walk to Avenida Revolucion to Restaurante 58 near Sorianas and the Italian restaurant for their excellent egg enchiladas with frijoles - 90 pesos, or the omelette California with green peppers and cheese for 120 pesos. This restaurant also has great breakfast smoothies. Strawberry, apple and granola blended for about 50 pesos. Or the beet smoothy (Sangron) for extra HK staying power![/QUOTE]
While BPH is not Cancer, it is also not truly benign. I had a case of it that screwed up my normal urination to the degree that I suffered kidney failure that nearly killed me early last year. For 2 months I had to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord134][CodeWord134][/url] through a catheter into a bag, and in the middle of that span, I had to undergo prostate surgery which basically involved cutting a donut-shaped piece of my Prostate away to make room for my urethra to function without being constricted. BTW, the surgery was the best thing that ever happened to my health, and within a month after the operation, I was peeing and fucking like I was 20 years younger, and my kidney function completely returned to normal.
The moral of the story is, get it checked out. If it's left unchecked, it can kill you, even if it's not cancerous. If it's detected early, the surgery is straightforward and it works.
I should add that the most pleasant part of this entire ordeal was the really cute maybe 19-20 year-old pre-med intern who had the task of showing me how to tend to my urinary catheter when it was first installed.
Damn. I am glad you had your problem fixed.
The damn perverted doctor loves to stick his big finger up my rectum to check my prostrate. I am having a PSA test.
[QUOTE=Member#2041;2055434]While BPH is not Cancer, I had to undergo prostate surgery which basically involved cutting a donut-shaped piece of my Prostate away to make room for my urethra to function without being constricted. BTW, the surgery was the best thing that ever happened to my health, and within a month after the operation, I was peeing and fucking like I was 20 years younger, and my kidney function completely returned to normal.[/QUOTE]
The menu printed on paper is la Perla's breakfast menu, which has basic eggs and ham breakfasts for 40 pesos. The breakfast menu also has various omelettes, pan cake, hamburgers, tacos and other sea food dishes etc. It's a big menu for breakfast.
The main menu is the big one in the clear plastic jacket. It was my error thinking the menu was reduced to the smaller paper breakfast menu. Instead, the dinner menu is still large, including all the old sea food dishes, hot and cold, but they have added a dozen meat dishes. The Spanish menu has all prices in pesos; marlin tacos start at 25 pesos which is not more expensive than street food.
I complained about the loud brass band making it difficult to enjoy the food. The senior English-speaking mesera, Nayva, confirmed they decided not to have brass bands to play on stage.
9 AM, I was the only in for breakfast, eggs, bacon white toasts with brewed coffee for 75 pesos. About 6 people were working the place.
[QUOTE=Travv;2054632]La Perla for some reason does not show its breakfast menu. You will have to request the scrambled eggs and bacon for 40 pesos which comes with frijoles and tortillas de maiz, with which you can make breakfast tacos with the best fresh made salsa in Tijuana. The fresh squeezed OJ is good too. ![/QUOTE]
I came here for breakfast on Friday since it got good reviews on Yelp. I ordered the Omelettes del Patron, consisting of shrimp, mushrooms, and a bed of some sort of cheese slightly similar to queso fresco but with a bit more of a soft mozzarella texture. It was one of the pricier options on the menu at 135 pesos plus an additional 25 pesos for a pretty good coffee, bringing the total to 160 pesos. A small quesadilla preceded the entre, which was served with frijoles, a basic form of chilaquiles, and three tortillas.
La Casa de la Esquina is located in Zona Este and provides a pleasant ambience. Service was good, as was indicated on Yelp. This came up in my search for breakfast restaurants, but it also appears to offer cuisine to accommodate meals throughout the day. This would probably be a good place to take a girl on a date.
La Perla de la Mer is in the pedestrian traffic only area between the arch and the Wax Museum / Farmacia Piri. I was greeted by Panchito as I was walking by, who showed me the menu and had the respect to let me take my sweet time in the perusal thereof before making my decision. I opted for a dozen raw oysters, you know, to get the juices flowing as they say. He suggested that I go half-and-half with some mussels to which I oblige. When the oysters come out, I understand. The only other time I've had them were in New Orleans and they were full and fleshy, taking up almost the entire shell. These oysters were very scant like a drug-addled American street walker in Tijuana. The mussels, however, were solid. Panchito showed me that they're still alive, tapping a shell with a fork and watching it close up. Pretty cool. I ordered a Corona and he offered a shot of tequila, the brand I don't remember. But it was really, really smooth. Bill came out to 200 pesos.
This is a solid business that appears to be focused on providing a quality experience to create a regular clientele. Not many establishments have that long view and I commend them for that. I'll be looking forward to coming back, when I can ask Panchito if the oysters are any good this time before selecting them over the mussels.
Before 2008, the pedestrian Freedom Path, between the border to Ave. Revolucion, used to be crowded with tourists on weekends. I used to walk over and sit outside tacos joints for 3 tacos for $1 and $1 beers, watching people shopping, hanging out. The path has been deserted the last 10 years. Lots of stores and restaurants closed.
What day, what time were you on that Freedom Path? Were there lots of people or tourists on that pedestrian path? Were there other diners in this La Perla de la Mer?
I prefer oysters on the shell at the school girl corner, and sea food at La Perla, so I won't waste any time away from the SYTs in La Zona.
[QUOTE=LongDonSilva;2058860]La Perla de la Mer is in the pedestrian traffic only area between the arch and the Wax Museum / Farmacia Piri. I was greeted by Panchito as I was walking by, who showed me the menu and had the respect to let me take my sweet time in the perusal thereof before making my decision. I opted for a dozen raw oysters, you know, to get the juices flowing as they say. He suggested that I go half-and-half with some mussels to which I oblige. When the oysters come out, I understand. The only other time I've had them were in New Orleans and they were full and fleshy, taking up almost the entire shell. These oysters were very scant like a drug-addled American street walker in Tijuana. The mussels, however, were solid. Panchito showed me that they're still alive, tapping a shell with a fork and watching it close up. Pretty cool. I ordered a Corona and he offered a shot of tequila, the brand I don't remember. But it was really, really smooth. Bill came out to 200 pesos.
This is a solid business that appears to be focused on providing a quality experience to create a regular clientele. Not many establishments have that long view and I commend them for that. I'll be looking forward to coming back, when I can ask Panchito if the oysters are any good this time before selecting them over the mussels.[/QUOTE]
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[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2059051] What day, what time were you on that Freedom Path? Were there lots of people or tourists on that pedestrian path? Were there other diners in this La Perla de la Mer? [/QUOTE]I was there Saturday around 5:30 - 6:30. There was light foot traffic in the area. There were a few other cafe-type restaurants in the immediate vicinity.
For guys who want to try middle eastern food that is within walking distance, you might visit Zula's Restaurant. Tried the mini Falafel with Pita bread for 75 pesos on Wednesday and it was a huge sandwich.
Typical review from Yelp: "Great place for middle eastern food. Also, the restaurant is exposed (no walls on 2 sides) so fun to people watch walking around Revu / Centro.
Got the falafel plate. Perfectly fried with lots of flavor. The plate looks small but it's alot of food. Had leftovers to go. And their sauce bar had so many options.
They didn't take credit card since they just opened. The owner said they should have it set up in a few months.
Highly recommend. Would come back. " [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/zula-tijuana[/URL].
Went to la Perla last week with a friend. The shrimp cocktail coctele de camarron was weak, only a few small shrimps in a weak broth. The shrimp ceviche is also small. Including 4 beers, the dinner costed us close to 1,000 pesos, which was high.
This week checked out the smaller "Mariscos de Los Damos" rest on Consitucion next to hotel El Degado. His medium shrimp cocktail costed 85 pesos and was delicious with big tasty shrimp and broth eaten with crispy tostada. Surprisingly they also serve premium beers like Bohemia for 25 pesos. Dinner was delicious and costed only 210 pesos, including beer. I was full. Dinner is a lot better to have a beer with the seafood. Sure beat sitting out at the school girl corner. This place also has raw clams, oysters, cockles and a huge, tasty shrimp soup.
I also checked out Mariscos Titos on O'Campo and Calle 4, a huge sea food place very popular with grilled fish, but it was closed at dinner time. WTF? Eating fresh, delicious seafood, and screwing even fresher, sexier young girls, in Tijuana make life so good. God has definitely given us a sexy and tasty paradise on earth.
I was waiting for this flaky Craigslist date Saturday afternoon. So went to Titos' for dinner. The place was crowded with 40 to 50 people dining this Saturday afternoon, but was close the Friday last week. Business in Mexico is as flaky as the amateur escorts.
The large shrimp coctele in the pic costed 190 pesos, about $11.6 oysters costed 60 pesos. The fish and shrimp tacos are huge here, for 25 pesos. The food was fresh and delicious.
A few comic Con figures were hanging out at the taco stand on front of bar Malquerida. Just imagine yourself hanging out in the alley in those colorful, funny flowing robes, going to the hotel to fuck the brown honeys. Hehe.
Where is best steak place in Tijuana. ? I tried El Sombrero awhile, back but the steak was tough. I am also looking for a place that serves lobster thermidor in Tijuana. There is a few places that serve it Puerto Nuevo. But it's a bit hassle go down there.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2067381]
A few comic Con figures were hanging out at the taco stand on front of bar Malquerida. Just imagine yourself hanging out in the alley in those colorful, funny flowing robes, going to the hotel to fuck the brown honeys. Hehe.[/QUOTE]That is a hotdog stand and the people dressed up work at the bar. Hehe.:(
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2067569]Where is best steak place in Tijuana. ? I tried El Sombrero awhile, back but the steak was tough. I am also looking for a place that serves lobster thermidor in Tijuana. There is a few places that serve it Puerto Nuevo. But it's a bit hassle go down there.[/QUOTE]Fonda Argentina close to El Gran Hotel on Blvd. Aguas Caliente.
Rarely go there the past year and often just to have a beer or 2 at the bar to get away from the loud music and chicas.
Was there today with an amigo (beer only) we were about to walk out as there was nobody at the bar save the bartender.
Then spotted a new cajera (cashier) said it was her 1st day on the job. Very pretty eyes, beautiful smile and welcoming friendly personality.
Told her I hoped she sticks around as so many cashiers can't stand the boredom in the daytime, plus they don't get tips usually which is a minus.
Also next to the cash register was a stack of new menus (at least to me) take home or to hotel for anyone staying over. 7 pages but each is tall and narrow. All in Spanish, color, nice paper. Will have to eat there again one day. Pleasant 30 min. Chatted with the cashier likely too much but she was bored and humored the gringo.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2067603]Fonda Argentina close to El Gran Hotel on Blvd. Aguas Caliente.[/QUOTE]I love it. The best I ever had is at Tio Pepe's. It's in a residecial area behind the ice place on the free road, Maybe a $5 cab ride. It's an institution in Tijuana.
They also have their own tequila in a cask that they fill bottles with. My neighbor drinks it and he hasn't fallen over dead yet so it must be OK.
If you get down to Rosarito go to El Nido's for a steak cooked over a mesquite fire. Baked potato over the fire and tortillas (harina) made by a moma-san while you watch (also over a fire.) People come in just of pick up a bag of tortillas. Cost about half of a good steak dinner in the US. They have quail eggs for breakfast.
Unless there are two Tito's on Ocampo I think you got the cross street wrong. It's 6th street going towards 7th. The regular fish tacos are huge but it's because of all the breading. You can order them without it for a higher price which is what I will do it I go back.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2067381] So went to Titos' for dinner. ...
The large shrimp coctele in the pic costed 190 pesos, about $11.6 oysters costed 60 pesos. The fish and shrimp tacos are huge here, for 25 pesos. [/QUOTE]
Thanks for the review but just to clarify the place is not in Zona Este. That would be eastern Tijuana. It's in Zona Centro ie central Tijuana.
[QUOTE=LongDonSilva;2057448]I came here for breakfast on Friday since it got good reviews on Yelp. I ordered the Omelettes del Patron, consisting of shrimp, mushrooms, and a bed of some sort of cheese slightly similar to queso fresco but with a bit more of a soft mozzarella texture. It was one of the pricier options on the menu at 135 pesos plus an additional 25 pesos for a pretty good coffee, bringing the total to 160 pesos. A small quesadilla preceded the entre, which was served with frijoles, a basic form of chilaquiles, and three tortillas.
La Casa de la Esquina is located in Zona Este and provides a pleasant ambience. Service was good, as was indicated on Yelp. [/QUOTE]
Went to Pampa's and I was a bit disappointed. The meat was good, but not great. The other problem is that they only have to 2 or 3 waiters to bring the meat around so the service was slow.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2078877]Went to Pampa's and I was a bit disappointed. The meat was good, but not great. The other problem is that they only have to 2 or 3 waiters to bring the meat around so the service was slow.[/QUOTE]If you want good meat go to Fonda Argentina.
[QUOTE=Reinaldo;2076760]Thanks for the review but just to clarify the place is not in Zona Este. That would be eastern Tijuana. It's in Zona Centro ie central Tijuana.[/QUOTE]My apologies. Google maps says zona este. But I defer to a veteran monger, considering my experience outside the ZN is almost nonexistent. Thanks for the clarification.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2078877]Went to Pampa's and I was a bit disappointed. The meat was good, but not great. The other problem is that they only have to 2 or 3 waiters to bring the meat around so the service was slow.[/QUOTE]Based on recommendations, I recently went to Mr Pampa's.
Not all taxi drivers know where the restaurant is. I had to show him google maps on my phone. Hailed a taxi at the Arch, cost $5. Taxi back to Hotel Cascadas $6 ; Buffet 225 peso & beer 40 peso; At 7:30 pm there was a line up right out the door. Best you make a reservation for a large party, but for a party of 2 or less, I just walked in and got seated immediately. Food was better than average, plentiful, and service was sufficient for my needs. Since I don't speak Spanish, I don't know what they were offering, just pointed to what I wanted. For comparison, food quality on par with Las Vegas buffet at Excalibur, Tropicana, and Luxor, but below Caesars and Mirage.
Tuesday night it was rainy and cold. Was trying to eat shrimp and fish tacos at the Playboy corner, but it was closed. So went over to a new place in the alley.
An American guy, named DJ, recently opened Mi Casita, an American fast-food place in the alley, next to XOXO, across from hotel El Porton. The place is new, clean, tastefully decorated in Western theme.
He serves basic American fast-food, everything is home-made on order, pizza, hamburger, tacos, chicken rice dishes ect. Between $2 to $5. His nachos was surprising fresh and tasty with freshly fried chips and grilled beef with lots of cheese. A nacho with 2 small chicken soups costed 85 pesos or $4.70.
This place serves home-made American meals with view of the young, sexy chicas showing their big boobs and long sexy legs, worth a try.
Do anyone know where you can find Havana Club Rum in Tijuana? I'm running low and I not leaving the country by air for a few months so I won't be able to hit a duty free shop till spring.
I don't smoke but someone asked me to pick her up a carton of her favorite Capri Menthol cigarettes. I checked at 7/11 and XOXO but nothing. Anyone recommend a place in Tijuana to buy these?
[QUOTE=Travv;2135269]I don't smoke but someone asked me to pick her up a carton of her favorite Capri Menthol cigarettes. I checked at 7/11 and XOXO but nothing. Anyone recommend a place in Tijuana to buy these?[/QUOTE]See the man with his cart on Revolution on the corner where the Burger King is.
Can someone suggest a place to get cheap Marlboro Reds.
And what does it cost?
Thanks.
[QUOTE=AmazonLuver;2152975]Can someone suggest a place to get cheap Marlboro Reds.
And what does it cost?
Thanks.[/QUOTE]All cigs are cheaper in Tijuana. Revolucion and 5th street in front of Ceasar Hotel has a well known tobacco stand.
[QUOTE=AmazonLuver;2152975]Can someone suggest a place to get cheap Marlboro Reds.
And what does it cost?
Thanks.[/QUOTE]I am not a cigarette smoker, but I have been bringing back cartons of cigarettes for friends, family members and co-workers for more than a decade.
The first thing to realize is that there are two types of Marlboro cigarettes readily available for purchase:
1). There are "Mexican Market" Marlboros intended for sale to Mexican residents in Tijuana. You can find them in Tijuana grocery stores and other brick & mortar locations. They are different than.
2). "Duty free" Marlboros, which are sold in duty free stores near the border and from sidewalk cart vendors on Revolution Ave.
To begin with, the packaging is different. The Duty Free versions look just like the Marlboro cigarettes you buy in the United States, with just the added printing of "Duty Free" on the packs and cartons.
The Marlboro "Mexican Market" cigarettes have dramatically different packaging that includes colorful pictures of cancer patients and other smokers with graphic smoking related diseases. So the two types are easy to tell apart.
Over the years, my friends whom I have purchased cartons tell me that the Duty Free cigarettes taste and burn exactly like the cigarette brands they buy in the United States. And with Duty Free cigarettes selling for around $30 to $35 a carton, they represent a big discount from the prices found in stores in the United States.
For one co-worker and one family member I once brought each back a carton of the Mexican Market brand of their preference. They both said that the Mexican Market versions tasted different than what they were used to, and were very undesirable. I now only bring back the Duty Free versions.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2153022]I am not a cigarette smoker, but I have been bringing back cartons of cigarettes for friends, family members and co-workers for more than a decade.
The first thing to realize is that there are two types of Marlboro cigarettes readily available for purchase:
1). There are "Mexican Market" Marlboros intended for sale to Mexican residents in Tijuana. You can find them in Tijuana grocery stores and other brick & mortar locations. They are different than.
2). "Duty free" Marlboros, which are sold in duty free stores near the border and from sidewalk cart vendors on Revolution Ave.
To begin with, the packaging is different. The Duty Free versions look just like the Marlboro cigarettes you buy in the United States, with just the added printing of "Duty Free" on the packs and cartons.
The Marlboro "Mexican Market" cigarettes have dramatically different packaging that includes colorful pictures of cancer patients and other smokers with graphic smoking related diseases. So the two types are easy to tell apart..[/QUOTE]Thanks to all that have responded. I plan to buy a carton. Since I couldn't find a duty free store walking back from Ped West, I plan to buy from one of the duty free store once I cross at Ped East. I remember seeing a duty store along the freeway so I guess I would have to double back.
So last time I got some tacos at the stand next to Hong Kong the tacos were 1 dollar and 25 cents and they refused to break dollars, luckily I had quarters on me. Is that the standard price or do the tacos guys just not like me?
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2154159]So last time I got some tacos at the stand next to Hong Kong the tacos were 1 dollar and 25 cents and they refused to break dollars, luckily I had quarters on me. Is that the standard price or do the tacos guys just not like me?[/QUOTE]I don't know about this particular stand, but it often helps (and never hurts) to buy with pesos.
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2154159]So last time I got some tacos at the stand next to Hong Kong the tacos were 1 dollar and 25 cents and they refused to break dollars, luckily I had quarters on me. Is that the standard price or do the tacos guys just not like me?[/QUOTE]I get the Al Pastor tacos at the stand on Nino Heroes near HK and get charged 18 pesos.
Taco stands in Mexico have their honor system, in which customers eat first, pay later. But the HK stand had problems with guys who ate then just walk away.
About 2 years a go, that taco stand started collecting money before serving tacos. That was when the Al Pastor taco price went up from $1 to $1. 25 or 22 pesos now. The cashier guy is always fumbling with change down to the single peso coins. That's the new Al Pastor price. I don't think they are charging Gringos extra.
Again, it's small change but a matter of principle, if the taco stand is charging gringos more than locals. Can other bros check it out?
I'm not sure what I'm getting myself into but one of the chicas is ready for a date. She said Japanese would be great. All of them are pretty much southeast of the Zona. Furasshu, Wasabi, Komasa etc. Is that a safe area to venture out to? I've been to la mansion and pass by a lot of shopping centers and restaurants but I've never actually socialized out there. If not there, is there any recommendation for a safe date spot elsewhere?
[QUOTE=ScottHall;2162158]I'm not sure what I'm getting myself into but one of the chicas is ready for a date. She said Japanese would be great. All of them are pretty much southeast of the Zona. Furasshu, Wasabi, Komasa etc. Is that a safe area to venture out to? I've been to la mansion and pass by a lot of shopping centers and restaurants but I've never actually socialized out there. If not there, is there any recommendation for a safe date spot elsewhere?[/QUOTE]All in safe areas known as La Zona Gastronomica. No worries.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2153022]IThe first thing to realize is that there are two types of Marlboro cigarettes readily available for purchase:
1). There are "Mexican Market" Marlboros intended for sale to Mexican residents in Tijuana. You can find them in Tijuana grocery stores and other brick & mortar locations. They are different than.
2). "Duty free" Marlboros, which are sold in duty free stores near the border and from sidewalk cart vendors on Revolution Ave.
To begin with, the packaging is different. The Duty Free versions look just like the Marlboro cigarettes you buy in the United States, with just the added printing of "Duty Free" on the packs and cartons.
The Marlboro "Mexican Market" cigarettes have dramatically different packaging that includes colorful pictures of cancer patients and other smokers with graphic smoking related diseases. So the two types are easy to tell apart.[/QUOTE]Also note, near the bar code on a real American pack, you will see FSC, meaning Fire Safe Cigarette, they will self extinguish if not puffed on. This fire safe additive ruins the taste for me. I much prefer the Mexican variety. After a about with pneumonia, I can no longer tolerate Marlboro red, the white, or as the box says Gold, are my preference. Also it seems, to me, the ones sold in boxes differ from the ones old in soft packs. I have several friends that bring the cheap cigarettes bought in the duty free stores into mexico, I mean the ones that are like US $8 a carton, they are terrible but they are cheap.
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2154159]So last time I got some tacos at the stand next to Hong Kong the tacos were 1 dollar and 25 cents and they refused to break dollars, luckily I had quarters on me. Is that the standard price or do the tacos guys just not like me?[/QUOTE]That is the standard price. Considering what you get for 1. 25, it is well worth the price.
The taco stand deals with pesos and if you are in a different country, it would be wise to use the local currency. I always carry pesos, but would gladly pay 2 bucks for that wonderful el pastor taco!
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2162304]All in safe areas known as La Zona Gastronomica. No worries.[/QUOTE]Appreciate it.
[QUOTE=ScottHall;2162158]I'm not sure what I'm getting myself into but one of the chicas is ready for a date. She said Japanese would be great. All of them are pretty much southeast of the Zona. Furasshu, Wasabi, Komasa etc. Is that a safe area to venture out to? I've been to la mansion and pass by a lot of shopping centers and restaurants but I've never actually socialized out there. If not there, is there any recommendation for a safe date spot elsewhere?[/QUOTE]The area you're asking about is Zona Urbana Reo. It is one of the safer areas of Tijuana, much more so than the Zona. I still wouldn't go walking around by myself at 3:00 AM, but I wouldn't do that in many areas of San Diego, either.
Tacos El Franc vs Hong Kong Taco Stand.
I tried Tacos El Franc last year. It had very good Yelp reviews and was next to Costco. I remember being confused about where to order. Turns out people line up against the wall and wait to get seated. I remember thinking that the Hong Kong Taco stand tacos were much better. Tacos El Franc is probably safer though.
Do you guys prefer Tacos El Franc or the Hong Kong Corner Tacos?
I will be in Tijuana in about a month from now, Can anyone recommend a good Mexican buffet for me with a lot of different Mexican food choices. Thanks.
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2176521]Tacos El Franc vs Hong Kong Taco Stand.
I tried Tacos El Franc last year. It had very good Yelp reviews and was next to Costco. I remember being confused about where to order. Turns out people line up against the wall and wait to get seated. I remember thinking that the Hong Kong Taco stand tacos were much better. Tacos El Franc is probably safer though.
Do you guys prefer Tacos El Franc or the Hong Kong Corner Tacos?[/QUOTE]I've never had Tacos El Franc and can't imagine many yelpers go near the HK stand. I also can't imagine any tacos are better elsewhere. Plus, the panocha is so damn close by!
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2176521]Tacos El Franc vs Hong Kong Taco Stand.
I tried Tacos El Franc last year. It had very good Yelp reviews and was next to Costco. I remember being confused about where to order. Turns out people line up against the wall and wait to get seated. I remember thinking that the Hong Kong Taco stand tacos were much better. Tacos El Franc is probably safer though.
Do you guys prefer Tacos El Franc or the Hong Kong Corner Tacos?[/QUOTE]I definitely prefer the "Sin Nombre" taco stand on the corner at Ninos Heros and Coahuila near HK over many other taco stands. It is my "go to" spot.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2194692]I will be in Tijuana in about a month from now, Can anyone recommend a good Mexican buffet for me with a lot of different Mexican food choices. Thanks.[/QUOTE]Just head over to Mr. Pampas and enjoy different choices of steaks, cuts of meat, etc with all of the fixings. Very good prices. All you can eat!
[URL]http://www.mrpampas.com/index?sec=sucursales&ciudad=tijuana[/URL]
To Bayboy.
If you want a buffet with wide varieties of Mexican food, try Sanborn's on Revo and in Rio Plaza shopping. It's about 2,3 miles from la Zona, $3 taxi ride. Buffet food are usually bland, cold, tasteless and below average in quality, but you can sample all varieties here.
Sanborns Tijuana.
Av. Revolución 1102, Centro, 22000 Tijuana, b. c, Mexico.
[QUOTE=MongerHunger;2194765]Just head over to Mr. Pampas and enjoy different choices of steaks, cuts of meat, etc with all of the fixings. Very good prices. All you can eat!
[URL]http://www.mrpampas.com/index?sec=sucursales&ciudad=tijuana[/URL][/QUOTE]Thanks for the info about the Brazilian steakhouse. I will definitely keep it in mind. I've been to Rio de Janeiro a few times. Done the Brazilian steakhouse thing a numberof times. Lots of good cuts of beef.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2194938]Thanks for the info about the Brazilian steakhouse. I will definitely keep it in mind. I've been to Rio de Janeiro a few times. Done the Brazilian steakhouse thing a numberof times. Lots of good cuts of beef.[/QUOTE]Cool. They have about 30 different cuts of meat. Check out the website and they may also have a special price for dining before a certain time. Glad that you found the information helpful.
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2176521]Tacos El Franc vs Hong Kong Taco Stand.
I tried Tacos El Franc last year. It had very good Yelp reviews and was next to Costco. I remember being confused about where to order. Turns out people line up against the wall and wait to get seated. I remember thinking that the Hong Kong Taco stand tacos were much better. Tacos El Franc is probably safer though.
Do you guys prefer Tacos El Franc or the Hong Kong Corner Tacos?[/QUOTE]I can't believe you're even considering the crappy tacos sold at la zona with tacos el Franc, you guys should get your heads out of the pit once in a while, at least to have some descent food.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2078877]Went to Pampa's and I was a bit disappointed. The meat was good, but not great. The other problem is that they only have to 2 or 3 waiters to bring the meat around so the service was slow.[/QUOTE]It depends on the day of the week and the time of day you go to. On weekends its always full and since its a buffet the food moves fast and is always fresh, you also have to wait in line to get in or make a reservation on the weekends.
[QUOTE=TJSteve;2076424]I love it. The best I ever had is at Tio Pepe's. It's in a residecial area behind the ice place on the free road, Maybe a $5 cab ride. It's an institution in Tijuana.
They also have their own tequila in a cask that they fill bottles with. My neighbor drinks it and he hasn't fallen over dead yet so it must be OK.
If you get down to Rosarito go to El Nido's for a steak cooked over a mesquite fire. Baked potato over the fire and tortillas (harina) made by a moma-san while you watch (also over a fire.) People come in just of pick up a bag of tortillas. Cost about half of a good steak dinner in the US. They have quail eggs for breakfast.[/QUOTE]Are you talking about the birria and tortas place? They have steak there??
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2023066]I did see Tabule. I have big chunks of blue fin tuna in my freezer just waiting for the right occasions and good companies.
The coffee place was closed with chairs stacked on tables. Pretty sad really.
I think Tijuana outside of La Zona Norte is very nice, slow, relaxed, safe, civilized and cheap, a nice place to live in with or without the pretty chicas. Looks like you moved to Tijuana. Would appreciate you write up more about normal life in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]The coffee shop is the Cafe de la Flor, I think they have three locations in the city, also try "La differencia" a mexican food place in zona rio.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2194933]To Bayboy.
If you want a buffet with wide varieties of Mexican food, try Sanborn's on Revo and in Rio Plaza shopping. It's about 2,3 miles from la Zona, $3 taxi ride. Buffet food are usually bland, cold, tasteless and below average in quality, but you can sample all varieties here.
Sanborns Tijuana.
Av. Revolucin 1102, Centro, 22000 Tijuana, b. c, Mexico.[/QUOTE]I'm glad you mentioned Sanborn's, I thought they had a buffet from looking at their website. My first choice is a Mexican buffet and then a Brazilian buffet.
I've been looking at this thread expecting good reports from people who have been coming to Tijuana for years now and I couldn't believe that the only reports that I see are for places right next to la zona, get out of your comfort zone PEOPLE! The tacos at the corner of HK are NOT the best in Tijuana! They maybe be the only ones you've had in Tijuana but they are NOT the best! You're giving information about your breakfast on the restaurant right next to HK? Really? The seafood place on the pedestrian walkway between la zona and the border? Really!
Tijuana has gone thru a gastronomical revolution and you didn't even noticed, this is Anthony Bourdain talking about Tijuana in San Diego a couple of years back:
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAKap0W8sSU[/URL]
Start by trying these restaurants:
El Taller. (BajaMed in Zona Rio).
La Diferencia. (Mexican in Zona Rio).
La Telefonica (food truck place).
Tacos El Franc (Zona Rio).
Tacos El Gallito (Otay).
Tacos El Frances (Playas).
Casa Placencia (In front of las torres).
Palominos (Sonora Style Steak, Zona Rio).
La Espadaña (Mexican Style Breakfast).
Villa Saverios (BajaMed, Zona Rio).
The most adventurous of you went to Caesar's on Revolucion, and I think that you ran back to your hotel room right after.
If you are going to try Sanborns, the best day is for their Sunday Brunch. There is a Sanborn's on Revolucion by the old Jai Alai Sports Palace and Caliente's across the street due South. The Sunday Brunch was better in my experience because they had a huge selection of fresh juices of all types and fresh steak. You picked the steak you wanted, told them how you wanted it cooked, then they would bring it to your table, plus the usual hot buffet plus hot soup, salad, and selection of pies and deserts. Also Sanborn's has a monthly ice cream special. Usually flavor like Blueberry or Papaya that they make themselves. You'll have to ask the waiter what the monthly flavor is if you want to try it.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2195062]I'm glad you mentioned Sanborn's, I thought they had a buffet from looking at their website. My first choice is a Mexican buffet and then a Brazilian buffet.[/QUOTE]
Is dope! One of my faves anywhere in world! Local took me to taco stand w best al astor tacos ever. I don't remember name, just how to walk there. The ceviche w shrimp is the bomb at azul.
[QUOTE=Travv;2195080]If you are going to try Sanborns, the best day is for their Sunday Brunch. There is a Sanborn's on Revolucion by the old Jai Alai Sports Palace and Caliente's across the street due South. The Sunday Brunch was better in my experience because they had a huge selection of fresh juices of all types and fresh steak. You picked the steak you wanted, told them how you wanted it cooked, then they would bring it to your table, plus the usual hot buffet plus hot soup, salad, and selection of pies and deserts. Also Sanborn's has a monthly ice cream special. Usually flavor like Blueberry or Papaya that they make themselves. You'll have to ask the waiter what the monthly flavor is if you want to try it.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info about Sanborns. How much do they charge for the buffet / brunch?
[QUOTE=Jim0129;2195064]Tacos El Frances (Playas).[/QUOTE]I can vouch for this one. I was the only non-local in there, very busy. I stayed in an AirBnB a couple of blocks away and that was my nearest restaurant. I'm not sure if it's only open for dinner though. Definitely not breakfast.
[QUOTE=Simmer;2195318]I can vouch for this one. I was the only non-local in there, very busy. I stayed in an AirBnB a couple of blocks away and that was my nearest restaurant. I'm not sure if it's only open for dinner though. Definitely not breakfast.[/QUOTE]Tacos El Frances is a taco stand, well they grew so now its an establisment, they open in the afternoon, I don't know if they have birria tacos in the morning.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2195062]I'm glad you mentioned Sanborn's, I thought they had a buffet from looking at their website. My first choice is a Mexican buffet and then a Brazilian buffet.[/QUOTE]Real Inn Hotel has a really nice Mexican Breakfast Buffet on weekends, just show up at the lobby and they'll let you know where the restaurant is.
Someone posted this link on a website away from the mongering community. It works like a local search engine for restaurants in different Tijuana neighborhoods. I played with it a little while and think it might serve a few of the members here.
[URL]http://toptijuana.com[/URL]
To Artistype.
That's a nice link.
Search under seafood or mariscos in El Centro had no listing.
Search under tacos brought up a few places. Tacos El Franc seems to worth a visit. It's on Taboada South of Costco, corner Hidalgo, about 3,4 miles South of La Zona. It has all sorts of meats, tongue and tripe ect cooked different ways. It's worth getting out of the gritty Zona Norte for lunch then a tour of the Mercado Hidalgo.
Wonder if other goodies are also listed in this site.
Someone posted this link on a website away from the mongering community. It works like a local search engine for restaurants in different Tijuana neighborhoods. I played with it a little while and think it might serve a few of the members here.
[URL]http://toptijuana.com[/URL]
Dropped in there for a late Sunday breakfast and to watch the soccer game on their TVs. Waitress recommended the Egg enchiladas with bean sauce and since I had the Machaca with scrambled eggs the last time, I went with her suggestion, along with some hot chocolate. Big bowl of fresh salsa and a bowl of habanero hot sauce and chips and large platter of three egg enchiladas with bean sauce arrived. This restaurant has been around for years and caters to American taste. Free parking outside and next to the Jai Alai palace on Revolucion close to the Ticuan Hotel. Overall, I preferred the scrambled eggs with machaca and corn tortillas to make scrambled egg tacos with salsa, but the egg burritos were good too. (FYI, The egg enchiladas I believe are called the Estilo Toluacan with bean sauce if you want to try them yourself).
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2195276]Thanks for the info about Sanborns. How much do they charge for the buffet / brunch?[/QUOTE]Just FYI, Sanborn's tends to have just about the worst food available in Tijuana. It's not that it's done badly, it's just this side of flavorless. Imagine a low-end Denny's, food-wise. That's not a super-great comparison, because I like Denny's from time to time. I never, ever, eat at Sanborn's.
You'll be hard pressed to find a buffet of any sort serving what you ask, I. E. Numerous Mexican specialties. There are a few breakfast buffets at hotels that cater to gringos. Hotel Pueblo Amigo has a rather nice one. Villa de Zaragoza has a small one, but it's fairly decent. However, if you're looking for a Vegas-style buffet there aren't any. There are a few Chinese food buffets around town, but that's not what you're after. Any buffet you find serving Mexican food (other than previously mentioned) will often be substandard, poorly prepared and many times cold from neglect. The only one I can recall offhand was one in a restaurant in Plaza Rio called California something-or-other. I went once with a GF, food was horrible, never went back, and it failed some time later.
A buffet doesn't seem to be a cultural thing in Mexico. For one, they are hideously expensive to produce due to food wastage. I think that's a big reason why food in a buffet there tends to sit far too long before being discarded. And so much of buffet food has to be something that can sit in a steam table. So, think enchiladas covered with some glop.
In any case, you'll be far better served to set your sights on some finer dining. There are hundreds of good places to eat in Tijuana, serving "real" Mexican food that you'll never find anywhere else. The phrase Baja Med has been seriously overused, but the concept is valid. Baja has an amazing cornucopia of different foods, from meats, to fresh seafood, to amazing produce, to top-notch wines. Just about any restaurant specializing in this sort of 100% locally sourced food will be worth a visit, with the top two, IMO, being Mision 19 and Corazon de Tierra. CdT is a bit far if you're coming for only a couple of days. But M19 is well worth the visit. If you're a member you can PM me with any preferences and I can probably make a recommendation.
I usually eat about 10 fresh and whole habaneros a day, typically in one meal. Where is a safe place in Tijuana where I can buy habaneros? Walmart or an open air market maybe?
"Crossing South Travel Show"- I like this TV program on the KPBS channel. Host Jorge visits restaurants and places of interest in Tijuana, Rosarito, Ensenada and Baja. For example here is video link "Taco tour" (Birria tacos, Tacos Franc and Kokopelli tacos) [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/taco-tour/[/URL] Here is a link to webpage and all videos [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/[/URL].
[QUOTE=Flyer47;2198397]I usually eat about 10 fresh and whole habaneros a day, typically in one meal. Where is a safe place in Tijuana where I can buy habaneros? Walmart or an open air market maybe?[/QUOTE]If you want them fresh you can find them at Mercado Hidalgo, it's an open market, its in the rio zone, just ask any Uber driver or Taxi driver to take you there.
To StRoberts.
Very nice link, but missing a tour of the world-famous La Zona Norte with her the luscious, sexy chicas. Hehe.
On Taboada South of Tacos El frances shows this Mariscos Negro Durazo. The seafood looks delicious and portions look huge.
[URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/mariscos-negro-durazo-tijuana[/URL]
La Perla has gone down hill the last few years. I hardly see customers inside even on weekends. La Perla's menu is small without elaborate Mexican seafood dishes and the portions are small, very small. I hate it.
My favorite seafood place is Titos, a chain with 1 place on O'Campo and Calle 6, convenient on the way in from the border to El Centro. It has a large menu with some exotic and delicious dishes in huge portion, low prices, served with cold beers. A 35-peso shrimp taco would fill me up. The shrimp coctele in a large goblet full of large fresh shrimp is 90 pesos or $4. 50. Even my picky Japanese wingman was impressed. Every guy I introduce Mexican shrimp coctele to would fall in love with it and have to have it every visit.
You can have seats at Tito's bar looking into the kitchen where they prepare elaborate dishes. They always have half dozen large sea bass grilled over charcoal in front of the place.
Look at those pics.
[URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/mariscos-titos-playas-de-tijuana-tijuana?osq=titos[/URL]+mariscos.
"Crossing South Travel Show"- I like this TV program on the KPBS channel. Host Jorge visits restaurants and places of interest in Tijuana, Rosarito, Ensenada and Baja. For example here is video link "Taco tour" (Birria tacos, Tacos Franc and Kokopelli tacos) [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/taco-tour/[/URL] Here is a link to webpage and all videos [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/[/URL].
I went to Tacos El Frances, in Playas, last Tuesday with a local friend.
They had only soda pop to drink.
I ordered 3 tacos asadas with NO GUACAMOLE.
The tacos were absolutely delicious, after I scraped off the generous helping of GUACAMOLE. (GRIN).
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2198889]To StRoberts.
Very nice link, but missing a tour of the world-famous La Zona Norte with her the luscious, sexy chicas. Hehe.
On Taboada South of Tacos El frances shows this Mariscos Negro Durazo. The seafood looks delicious and portions look huge.
[URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/mariscos-negro-durazo-tijuana[/URL]
La Perla has gone down hill the last few years. I hardly see customers inside even on weekends. La Perla's menu is small without elaborate Mexican seafood dishes and the portions are small, very small. I hate it.
My favorite seafood place is Titos, a chain with 1 place on O'Campo and Calle 6, convenient on the way in from the border to El Centro. It has a large menu with some exotic and delicious dishes in huge portion, low prices, served with cold beers. A 35-peso shrimp taco would fill me up. The shrimp coctele in a large goblet full of large fresh shrimp is 90 pesos or $4. 50. Even my picky Japanese wingman was impressed. Every guy I introduce Mexican shrimp coctele to would fall in love with it and have to have it every visit.
You can have seats at Tito's bar looking into the kitchen where they prepare elaborate dishes. They always have half dozen large sea bass grilled over charcoal in front of the place.
Look at those pics.
[URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/mariscos-titos-playas-de-tijuana-tijuana?osq=titos[/URL]+mariscos.
"Crossing South Travel Show"- I like this TV program on the KPBS channel. Host Jorge visits restaurants and places of interest in Tijuana, Rosarito, Ensenada and Baja. For example here is video link "Taco tour" (Birria tacos, Tacos Franc and Kokopelli tacos) [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/taco-tour/[/URL] Here is a link to webpage and all videos [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/[/URL].[/QUOTE]Thanks for the links to the restaurant I have to visit them. Videos from Tijuana Zone Norte are on YouTube. Search on YouTube: Tijuana Zone Norte, Tijuana Adelitas or Tijuana Hong Kong etc. For example link from Adelitas [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bG3XpZXh2IY.[/URL].
[QUOTE=WombatEd2;2199277]I went to Tacos El Frances, in Playas, last Tuesday with a local friend.
They had only soda pop to drink.[/QUOTE]I had beers there last month so maybe they ran out, rather than never serving it ever. Waiter reeled off a few choices, though I don't remember them all. Note the McDonald's wrappers!
Correction: due to my bad memory with numbers, Titos' shrimp tacos costs only 25 peso per the menu, fish tacos 19 pesos.
Look at the huge sizes of those tacos in the pics.
My favorite seafood place is Titos, a chain with 1 place on O'Campo and Calle 6, convenient on the way in from the border to El Centro. It has a large menu with some exotic and delicious dishes in huge portion, low prices, served with cold beers. A 35-peso shrimp taco would fill me up. The shrimp coctele in a large goblet full of large fresh shrimp is 90 pesos or $4. 50. Even my picky Japanese wingman was impressed. Every guy I introduce Mexican shrimp coctele to would fall in love with it and have to have it every visit.
"Colectivo 9" Avenida Revolucion 1265 between Calle 6 and Calle 7 - I was at this restaurant recently. From Hong Kong (walk about 20 minutes) on Saturday evening around 8 PM. A lot of people on Avenida Revolucion and I felt safe. This is 9 different restaurants like a food court. The customer orders food and pay at the counter, get a number and the waiter will bring food to the table. I ordered from Japanese restaurant "Tatami" salmon in Japanese style with rice and vegetables 120 pesos and ice lemonades 30 pesos, total 150 pesos (about US $ 8). Salmon was great (the best salmon I've ever eaten). Next time I will come back for tacos or empanadas. Here is yelp link [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/colectivo-9-tijuana?osq=Restaurants[/URL]+++++++++9 and a link to the web page [URL]http://www.colectivo9.com/[/URL].
Where is the best place in Tijuana for a fresh meal of lobster, beans, and tortillas. Years ago would drive to Rosarito just for the lobster, fresh tortillas and beans. What would a meal cost?
[QUOTE=Cheerfull;2201126]Where is the best place in Tijuana for a fresh meal of lobster, beans, and tortillas. Years ago would drive to Rosarito just for the lobster, fresh tortillas and beans. What would a meal cost?[/QUOTE]You can try Villa Marina. The lobster is good but I wasn't crazy about their side plates. My dream is to find a place that serves lobster with garlic spinach and mac and cheese. No such luck in Tijuana.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2201193]You can try Villa Marina. The lobster is good but I wasn't crazy about their side plates. My dream is to find a place that serves lobster with garlic spinach and mac and cheese. No such luck in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]Maybe its a good time to avoid Tijuana and all the gun violence and meet me at San Manuel for all you can eat lobster tails. I did see spinach but you might have to bring your own garlic.
[QUOTE=BaxterSlade;2201239]Maybe its a good time to avoid Tijuana and all the gun violence and meet me at San Manuel for all you can eat lobster tails. I did see spinach but you might have to bring your own garlic.[/QUOTE]What is San Manuel?
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2201253]What is San Manuel?[/QUOTE]It's a Indian casino known for its buffet.
San Manuel is a casino San Bernardino with all you can eat lobster for $35 Wednesday night. Other casinos around San Diego have similar AYCE lobster nights.
The lobster are pieces of re-hydrated lobster tails that are tasteless.
It's not worth going out of the way for this kind of lobster.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2201110]"Colectivo 9" Avenida Revolucion 1265 between Calle 6 and Calle 7 - I was at this restaurant recently. From Hong Kong (walk about 20 minutes) on Saturday evening around 8 PM. A lot of people on Avenida Revolucion and I felt safe. This is 9 different restaurants like a food court. The customer orders food and pay at the counter, get a number and the waiter will bring food to the table. I ordered from Japanese restaurant "Tatami" salmon in Japanese style with rice and vegetables 120 pesos and ice lemonades 30 pesos, total 150 pesos (about US $ 8). Salmon was great (the best salmon I've ever eaten). Next time I will come back for tacos or empanadas. Here is yelp link [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/colectivo-9-tijuana?osq=Restaurants[/URL]+++++++++9 and a link to the web page [URL]http://www.colectivo9.com/[/URL].[/QUOTE]On the last Saturday around 8 PM I was again in Colectivo 9, a pleasant walk from Hong Kong. This time I ordered 3 empanadas (total 75 pesos). Also, they have air condition pub with craft beer (70 pesos for a tall glass) and bottled beer. You can eat in the pub, or buy beer and eat outside in the food court. There is also a place with espresso coffee and restroom. Generally a nice place, the service is young people and there are no annoying waiters.
I enjoyed Jimmy's fish taco's while I was there. He is the first cart on the crossing of Constitucion and Coahuila.
25 pesos or 1 $ for a plate, I got full with 2 of those.
He seems to cater to lot of local businesses as well, I saw lot of takeouts in small carry bags taken by security and other employees of nearby establishment.
On my last day I met couple of chica's eating spicy shrimp tacos there, struck up a nice conversation with them though they were not interested in what I was interested.
To HornyIndo.
Ya, the fish tacos with fish fillets dipped in batter and deep fried in lard (smell good and taste delicious, a good deal for 25 pesos. The spicy shrimp and cheese tacos are excellent for 45 pesos. But a big meal with high fat content could weigh your stomach down and interfere with your libido.
Try his seven-seas mixed sea food soup, (sopa de siete mare) with chunks of shrimp, fish, crab, octopus, vegetables. It's similar to the French Bouillabaise and is delicious. Who says we can't have high cuisine in Tijuana? The girls would sit on the stools, dine on sea food tacos here. They would talk among themselves, kid around and tease guys, and almost always tip the workers generously.
Across the street near the school girls corner is the seafood cart with clams, oyster and cockles on display. That guy makes a delicious shrimp coctele for 50 pesos, and all sorts of raw sea food on the shells for cheap. His seafood is fresher and tastier than all other places in Tijuana, including La Perla, not to mention cheaper. Every guy ever tried that shrimp coctele would get addicted. It's a very good way to eat blanched seafood in a marinade of shrimp broth, clamato, lime juice, ketchup and salsa.
A few of my wingmen, who had never eaten raw seafood, got hooked on various ways Mexicans serve sea food in spicy lime juice with crackers and tostada. Hehe.
I don't know if you are against eating beef. If not, you should take a 50-peso cab ride to Mr. Pampas Churrascaria on Paseo de LOS Heroes for all you can eat grilled beef, pork, mutton, chicken, seafood. It's a big, delicious dinner for $11 or 230 pesos on weeknights.
[QUOTE=HornyIndo;2203118]On my last day I met couple of chica's eating spicy shrimp tacos there, struck up a nice conversation with them though they were not interested in what I was interested.[/QUOTE]Their Fish.
Talked to a guy today who highly recommended the Sirloin Stockade in Tijuana. Said it was packed when he visited it today. Didn't know there was one in Mexico and so I checked it out on Tripadvisor and it had good reviews. Anyone here try it? Address is: Ramon Alarid # 15601-34.
Gas why Anexas, Tijuana 22115, Mexico.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2205534]To HornyIndo.
Ya, the fish tacos with fish fillets dipped in batter and deep fried in lard (smell good and taste delicious, a good deal for 25 pesos. The spicy shrimp and cheese tacos are excellent for 45 pesos. But a big meal with high fat content could weigh your stomach down and interfere with your libido.
Try his seven-seas mixed sea food soup, (sopa de siete mare) with chunks of shrimp, fish, crab, octopus, vegetables. It's similar to the French Bouillabaise and is delicious. Who says we can't have high cuisine in Tijuana? The girls would sit on the stools, dine on sea food tacos here. They would talk among themselves, kid around and tease guys, and almost always tip the workers generously.
Across the street near the school girls corner is the seafood cart with clams, oyster and cockles on display. That guy makes a delicious shrimp coctele for 50 pesos, and all sorts of raw sea food on the shells for cheap. His seafood is fresher and tastier than all other places in Tijuana, including La Perla, not to mention cheaper. Every guy ever tried that shrimp coctele would get addicted..[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Travv;2206144]Talked to a guy today who highly recommended the Sirloin Stockade in Tijuana. Said it was packed when he visited it today. Didn't know there was one in Mexico and so I checked it out on Tripadvisor and it had good reviews. Anyone here try it? Address is: Ramon Alarid # 15601-34.
Gas why Anexas, Tijuana 22115, Mexico.[/QUOTE]Sirloin Stockade is located across from Las Carpas swap meet just before Plaza Carousel. Their food is complete garbage. Even all the poor locals I know don't like their food. Pay a little more and go to Mr Pampas in Zona Rio, it's only like $240 mx if you go after 7 pm.
To Travv.\,
That looks pretty good. They do have AYCE sirloin steak with tacos and sushi. Worth trying.
It's off Benito Juarez, 5 to 6 miles South of La Zona Norte.
Mr. Pampas special dinner deal costs 230 pesos after 7 PM week nights. The beefs are mostly well-done and overcooked but OK with large varieties. A bottle of wine costs 300 pesos min. The Chilean wines are good, nothing unpleasant. Mr. Pampas is a nice, clean upscale restaurant off Ave de LOS Heroes near Plaza Rio, only 3 or 4 miles South of La Zona Norte, a 50-peso Uber ride, and should definitely be visited by the bros after some romping in the hotel first.
Sirloin Stockade shows nice pictures of AYCE rare sirloin steaks, plus various tacos and enchiladas and sushi. This is a good place for the bros to try varieties of Mexican food. I searched but could not find the menu or prices for this place. Dinner price is probably less than Mr. Pampas.
This food park is Also highly rated for lunch with large varieties of food:
Telefónica Gastro Park, Blvd. Aguacaliente 8924 Col. Zona Este 22000 Tijuana, Baja California Zona Centro.
Thanks Captain, will try some more next time I am there, hopefully in a few weeks time.
I am not much into food or alcohol, so my mind stays sharp and focused on sex, LOL.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2205534]To HornyIndo.
Ya, the fish tacos with fish fillets dipped in batter and deep fried in lard (smell good and taste delicious, a good deal for 25 pesos. The spicy shrimp and cheese tacos are excellent for 45 pesos. But a big meal with high fat content could weigh your stomach down and interfere with your libido.
Try his seven-seas mixed sea food soup, (sopa de siete mare) with chunks of shrimp, fish, crab, octopus, vegetables. It's similar to the French Bouillabaise and is delicious. Who says we can't have high cuisine in Tijuana? The girls would sit on the stools, dine on sea food tacos here. They would talk among themselves, kid around and tease guys, and almost always tip the workers generously..[/QUOTE]
Where is the best place in the zona norte to get regular coffee and breakfast?
To CountryMan54.
I too have to search for a good cup of coffee in La Zona in the morning.
Azul and Monaco feed you tasteless, flavorless instant coffee.
La Perla would brew coffee for your breakfast, but they are slow to fire up the pot. Their breakfast is average.
The little restaurant in the alley, across HK's back door, serves decent breakfast with brewed coffee. Just ask them to bring sugar and cream out separately so they don't kill it with sugar.
OXXO brews good hot coffees. Just buy a large coffee for 20 pesos and take it to your favorite restaurant for breakfast.
Ricardo's Restaurant a street behind the Jai Alai palace on Revolucion has a 1950's style dinner with very fresh breakfasts with a basket on Danish pastries. Excellent Naranajadas and Limonadas like Slurpees from 7_11's for hot days. For a local breakfast in ZN, La Perla has good scrambled eggs with bacon and tortillas de maiz with fresh salsa for 40 pesos. Make your own egg tacos with the best salsa in Tijuana!
[QUOTE=CountryMan54;2208551]Where is the best place in the zona norte to get regular coffee and breakfast?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CountryMan54;2208551]Where is the best place in the zona norte to get regular coffee and breakfast?[/QUOTE]La Perla on the NW corner of Coahuila and Nino Heroes.
Most places in LZ will serve you instant coffee, but La Perla freshly brews it. In the past, I've enjoyed their seafood omelets. I agree with a friend of mine to always get an order of fresh guacamole with your meal when you dine there.
[QUOTE=CountryMan54;2208551]Where is the best place in the zona norte to get regular coffee and breakfast?[/QUOTE]Take a walk out of Zona Norte. Plenty of good coffee in places like Praga, Bresca, Container Coffee and many more. Plenty of life in Tijuana beyond the ratero infested Zona.
[QUOTE=Ctytek;2208674]Take a walk out of Zona Norte. Plenty of good coffee in places like Praga, Bresca, Container Coffee and many more. Plenty of life in Tijuana beyond the ratero infested Zona.[/QUOTE]Is it safe to walk to container coffee from Cascada or do I need to take a taxi?
How / what is the free breakfast on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at HK? I could have had it but it didn't start until 10 am and I had to be gone by 9.
A few cool bros claim breakfast and coffee in La Zona have those sexy, feminine scents, far better than anything outside of La Zona hehe.
[QUOTE=Simmer;2208834]How / what is the free breakfast on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at HK? I could have had it but it didn't start until 10 am and I had to be gone by 9.[/QUOTE]Not bad for free!
It comes with 2 eggs, ham, fries, thin slice steak, and fruits. All in one plate with tortilla on the side. No drinks!
I was recently in Tijuana and had a chance to go to Mr. Pampas (Brazilian buffet). This is my experience.
BASE COST: 330 pesos on a Friday ($17) + drinks. Not that much for Gringos but probably a splurge for Mexicans. The crowd looked better dressed and more upscale than the El Centro people.
Each table had a flag / box thing. On the green side it said Gracias Si or Obrigado Simm. That meant that the skewer dudes had the green lite to bring the beef. If you moved the flag to red, it said Gracias No or Obrigado Nao which meant to not bring the skewers.
The skewer dudes had bife steak, res, pollo, pechuga, sausage etc. I had one cut of beef that was very tasty. But I enjoyed most of the cuts.
SALAD and DESSERT BARS: Big selection of about 15 colorful / lite salads. Beet, tomato, carrot, macaroni, green salads etc. Good choices. There were various desserts (I didn't try any). But only 3 fruits. I was disappointed they only had watermelon, cantaloupe and honey dew.
I was the only single person there, with a few gringos speaking English. Lots of Mexicans in the inner dining room.
Nice meal would go again. I actually walked it from El Centro (35 min.) and back.
[QUOTE=Asting;2208937]Not bad for free!
It comes with 2 eggs, ham, fries, thin slice steak, and fruits. All in one plate with tortilla on the side. No drinks![/QUOTE]Thanks. Definitely worth a try if you can wait that long. More brunch than breakfast!
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2209184]I was recently in Tijuana and had a chance to go to Mr. Pampas (Brazilian buffet). This is my experience.
BASE COST: 330 pesos on a Friday ($17) + drinks. Not that much for Gringos but probably a splurge for Mexicans. The crowd looked better dressed and more upscale than the El Centro people.
Each table had a flag / box thing. On the green side it said Gracias Si or Obrigado Simm. That meant that the skewer dudes had the green lite to bring the beef. If you moved the flag to red, it said Gracias No or Obrigado Nao which meant to not bring the skewers.
The skewer dudes had bife steak, res, pollo, pechuga, sausage etc. I had one cut of beef that was very tasty. But I enjoyed most of the cuts..[/QUOTE]Glad that you liked Pampas. I remember suggesting it to you when you were asking about buffet options a little bit ago and you said that you would consider it because you had tried in Brazil before. It's good to get out of Zona Norte and switch it up a bit.
To bayboy,
Dinner after 7 on weekday costs only $11 or 187 NMP for all sorts of beef cuts, some pork, mutton and seafood.
This meal is delicious and it's a steal. The Brazilian churrascarias in LA cost $50 for lunch and $75 for dinner. They don't have too many guests so can't grill all different cuts. It's sad.
The beef in Mr. Pampas is sliced thin and overcooked, including the tenderloin or fillet mignon, but the big chunks of sirloin are still rare and juicy, the grilled pork so tasty and tender. In Brazil, my favorite cut is the hump on a bull. Don't know what they call it, but it tastes tender, flavorful and buttery, the best cut in the beef. When is Mr. Pampas smart enough to grill it?
The bros should pull their dicks out of the putas for a brief recess for Mr. Pampas delicious dinner. Tell the chicas you want to take them to Mr. Pampas for dinner. They would be so happy and their crotches would get so wet after eating hehe.
Next time will go during the week after 7 pm, save a few pesos. Show me the beef, one cut had some great salsa, very sweet and tender.
I went to Pampas not to long ago with a friend on a weekday evening. We waited for 20 minutes for a table. All the locals were wearing nice button up shirts and dress pants, the women were wearing dresses. We were wearing just shorts and t-shirts from the zona. First time there. We didn't know that place is like fine dining for them because all we know is cheap if you go after seven. We felt like a tourist and out of place. LOL.
Food was good though, and every five / ten minutes they sing and celebrate customers birthday.
I tried out the restaurant next to Piri pharmacy opposite the wax museum.
This is the place which has waiters in bright colored t-shirts trying to get people into their place.
I found the food to be good. Fish filet (with rice and tortilla) is MX145, quantity is enough to fill me up.
Pancakes are MX70, again enough for a good breakfast.
They also have drinks which I did not try.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2208615]La Perla on the NW corner of Coahuila and Nino Heroes.
Most places in LZ will serve you instant coffee, but La Perla freshly brews it. In the past, I've enjoyed their seafood omelets. I agree with a friend of mine to always get an order of fresh guacamole with your meal when you dine there.[/QUOTE]La Perlas food was amazing!
MEXICO City (AP) - Fancy a tarantula taco for a cool $27? Not so fast, Mexican authorities say. . . The only problem: The Mexican red rump tarantula is a protected species.
The federal environmental protection agency said Tuesday it was alerted to the situation via social media and seized four tarantula corpses that were ready to be served up on tortillas.
The restaurant's menu also features other creepy-crawlies such as grasshoppers, worms and ant eggs, which have a long tradition in Mexican cuisine, and scorpions, which are less common.
[URL]http://www.fox5ny.com/news/restaurant-busted-over-protected-tarantula-tacos[/URL]
I think if you want some, vendors near the cathedral sell bags of fried grasshoppers. (Look like grasshoppers, but hope they aren't cockroaches.
[QUOTE=Travv;2213611]MEXICO City (AP) - Fancy a tarantula taco for a cool $27? Not so fast, Mexican authorities say. . . The only problem: The Mexican red rump tarantula is a protected species.
The federal environmental protection agency said Tuesday it was alerted to the situation via social media and seized four tarantula corpses that were ready to be served up on tortillas.
The restaurant's menu also features other creepy-crawlies such as grasshoppers, worms and ant eggs, which have a long tradition in Mexican cuisine, and scorpions, which are less common.
[URL]http://www.fox5ny.com/news/restaurant-busted-over-protected-tarantula-tacos[/URL]
I think if you want some, vendors near the cathedral sell bags of fried grasshoppers. (Look like grasshoppers, but hope they aren't cockroaches.[/QUOTE]I once seen an episode of "Bizarre Foods" and they were in Asia. A single mother would go out in the jungle every day and catch tarantulas and deep fry them then sell them on the streets. The host Zimmerman said that they had a nutty flavor.
This is Mexico's unique beef vegetable soup with a clear broth. Vegetables include corn, squash, potatoes, carrot. Restaurants around La Zona serve it usually only for lunch or dinner at 75 pesos, including rice, tortilla and salsa. I always like Caldo de Rez as a comfort dish, light and tasty but not filling, between the romps in bed with Mexico's finest senoritas hehe.
While other places serve Caldo de Rez in a big bowl with big chunks of soup bones, Monaco made its soup with pure flank steak, about 1 pound per serving, which make both the broth tasty and the beef very tasty. For 95 pesos it's a very good meal.
The bros should forget their fascination with burned tarantulas and try this tasty soup instead.
I know this seems odd; but I much prefer flour tortillas. Call me a gringo; ha! When I head to Tijuana, I tend to only eat at the street taco stands. Anyone know if there's one with flour tortillas? Thanks!
For visitors in San Diego County. You do not have to spend a small fortune on restaurants in downtown San Diego. I recommend these places (not in Tijuana) but close to the border with Mexico in Chula Vista: "Buffet House" Chinese cuisine all you can eat the price of about $ 11- $ 15. Chicken, seafood, sushi, beef, salads, fruits, etc. Drinks included. Opposite the trolley station "Palomar Street" link [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/buffet-house-chula-vista-2?osq=Buffet[/URL]+House (weekend 15 min waiting time). Right next is American cuisine "Home Town Buffet "similar price but a little less food choice. Also a very popular place and known Mexican place "Tacos El Gordo" (unfortunately this place is so popular waiting line for tacos about 15 -20 min.) Opposite the trolley station "H Street" link [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/tacos-el-gordo-chula-vista[/URL] -3? Osq = Tacos + El + Gordo Enjoy!
[QUOTE=StRobert;2219002]For visitors in San Diego County. You do not have to spend a small fortune on restaurants in downtown San Diego. I recommend these places (not in Tijuana) but close to the border with Mexico in Chula Vista: "Buffet House" Chinese cuisine all you can eat the price of about $ 11- $ 15. Chicken, seafood, sushi, beef, salads, fruits, etc. Drinks included. Opposite the trolley station "Palomar Street" link [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/buffet-house-chula-vista-2?osq=Buffet[/URL]+House (weekend 15 min waiting time). Right next is American cuisine "Home Town Buffet "similar price but a little less food choice. Also a very popular place and known Mexican place "Tacos El Gordo" (unfortunately this place is so popular waiting line for tacos about 15 -20 min.) Opposite the trolley station "H Street" link [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/tacos-el-gordo-chula-vista[/URL] -3? Osq = Tacos + El + Gordo Enjoy![/QUOTE]"Tacos El Gordo" second location has recently been opened: 556 Broadway in Chula Vista.
Correction: the restauiant is Monte Carlo, next to Adelita.
This is Mexico's unique beef vegetable soup with a clear broth. Vegetables include corn, squash, potatoes, carrot. Restaurants around La Zona serve it usually only for lunch or dinner at 75 pesos, including rice, tortilla and salsa. I always like Caldo de Rez as a comfort dish, light and tasty but not filling, between the romps in bed with Mexico's finest senoritas hehe.
While other places serve Caldo de Rez in a big bowl with big chunks of soup bones, Monaco made its soup with pure flank steak, about 1 pound per serving, which make both the broth tasty and the beef very tasty. For 95 pesos it's a very good meal.
The bros should forget their fascination with burned tarantulas and try this tasty soup instead.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2219295]Correction: the restauiant is Monte Carlo, next to Adelita.
This is Mexico's unique beef vegetable soup with a clear broth. Vegetables include corn, squash, potatoes, carrot. Restaurants around La Zona serve it usually only for lunch or dinner at 75 pesos, including rice, tortilla and salsa. I always like Caldo de Rez as a comfort dish, light and tasty but not filling, between the romps in bed with Mexico's finest senoritas hehe.
While other places serve Caldo de Rez in a big bowl with big chunks of soup bones, Monaco made its soup with pure flank steak, about 1 pound per serving, which make both the broth tasty and the beef very tasty. For 95 pesos it's a very good meal.
The bros should forget their fascination with burned tarantulas and try this tasty soup instead.[/QUOTE]Thanks, good information regarding "Caldo de Rez". In Monte Carlo restaurant (next to Adelita) I mainly order ham or chicken sandwich and coke because I do not understand the menu well. Next time I will order Caldo de Rez!
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2219295]Correction: the restauiant is Monte Carlo, next to Adelita.
This is Mexico's unique beef vegetable soup with a clear broth. Vegetables include corn, squash, potatoes, carrot. Restaurants around La Zona serve it usually only for lunch or dinner at 75 pesos, including rice, tortilla and salsa. I always like Caldo de Rez as a comfort dish, light and tasty but not filling, between the romps in bed with Mexico's finest senoritas hehe.
While other places serve Caldo de Rez in a big bowl with big chunks of soup bones, Monaco made its soup with pure flank steak, about 1 pound per serving, which make both the broth tasty and the beef very tasty. For 95 pesos it's a very good meal.
The bros should forget their fascination with burned tarantulas and try this tasty soup instead.[/QUOTE]277/5000.
I didn't know that the restaurant Monte Carlo (next to Adelita) and Sonoras Grill opposite Adelita has "Yelp" overview and links. Sonoras Grill: [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/sonoras-grill-tijuana?osq=sonoras[/URL]+grill and Monte Carlo:
[URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/montecarlo-tijuana?osq=monte[/URL]+carlo.
[QUOTE=GNRPorche;2220835]Don't forget taco Tuesday all over San Diego, many unlimited taco places for 5 to six dollars. Even downtown.[/QUOTE]Another popular place is the "El Ranchero" taco truck in Chula Vista (Palomar St. / Third Avenue). Parking is easy. Try birria tacos (very tasty) yelp link [URL]https://www.yelp.com/biz/el-ranchero-chula-vista-3[/URL].
To StRobert.
I ordered the shrimp with garlic sauce for $120 pesos, about $7. It came out with about 8 medium shrimp, about 1 / 3 pound, served with rice, bean and tortilla, which is a small serving for me. I expected a full pound.
So besides the Caldo de Rez with a whole pound of tasty flank steak for 95 pesos, Monte Carlo is not that good.
If you go to Azul and dorder a rib eye steak for $170 pesos, about $10, they serve a big rib eye about 1. 5 pound, expertly grilled. Or you can take Uber to Mr Pampas for dinner, for $11 you can have all you can eat grilled meats and seafood. You cannot get better deals than that any where in the world.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2223083]To StRobert.
I ordered the shrimp with garlic sauce for $120 pesos, about $7. It came out with about 8 medium shrimp, about 1 / 3 pound, served with rice, bean and tortilla, which is a small serving for me. I expected a full pound.
So besides the Caldo de Rez with a whole pound of tasty flank steak for 95 pesos, Monte Carlo is not that good.
If you go to Azul and dorder a rib eye steak for $170 pesos, about $10, they serve a big rib eye about 1. 5 pound, expertly grilled. Or you can take Uber to Mr Pampas for dinner, for $11 you can have all you can eat grilled meats and seafood. You cannot get better deals than that any where in the world.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the information, it sounds good.
Or you can take Uber to Mr Pampas for dinner, for $11 you can have all you can eat grilled meats and seafood. You cannot get better deals than that any where in the world.
For the price of 7 tacos, you can have a sumptuous dinner with AYCE grilled beef, pork, mutton, seafood.
Of course I usually order a bottle of wine, about 300 pesos, to go with the delicious food.
Sonoras grill (opposite Adelita) is closed completely now and I heard at the Monte Carlo restaurant (next to Adelita), from the October 1 Monte Carlo restaurant plans to relocate in place of Sonoras grill.
There's a Churrascaria do Brasil down near the Hippodromo on Aqua Caliente, probably a good 8 miles from La Zona.
It has a smaller menu with fewer items, priced 325 pesos for dinner, but has no discount and no mention of wines avail. A few folks swear by it even though pics show it small and empty, more like a family with kids joint.
Anybody tried it? It's kind of a long drive, and would never beat Mr. Pampas' 178-peso dinner discount. I guess Mr. Pampas makes profit on drinks; wines are 300 to 1600 peso a bottle.
Tequila Expo Tijuana. October 11-14 from 3 PM to 1 AM. Avenida Revolucion and 7th street here is the link [URL]http://www.discoverbaja.com/event/tijuana-tequila-expo-2018/[/URL] and here is a video link from the tequila expo. The first part of the video is from the food garden and the second part is the video from tequila expo. Link [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/food-garden-tequila/[/URL]. (You can only bring to the US a bottle of 1 liter duty free alcohol)
[QUOTE=StRobert;2231789]Tequila Expo Tijuana. October 11-14 from 3 PM to 1 AM. Avenida Revolucion and 7th street here is the link [URL]http://www.discoverbaja.com/event/tijuana-tequila-expo-2018/[/URL] and here is a video link from the tequila expo. The first part of the video is from the food garden and the second part is the video from tequila expo. Link [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/food-garden-tequila/[/URL]. (You can only bring to the US a bottle of 1 liter duty free alcohol)[/QUOTE]A better link has a program every day like folklore groups, etc. [URL]https://www.facebook.com/expo.tequilatijuana/[/URL].
Costs only 100 pesos to get in with 30 brands of tequilas, all you can taste. YUM.
This sounds like a good time to party with the bro. May be Saturday all day, with a sleep over.
Tequila Expo Tijuana. October 11-14 from 3 PM to 1 AM. Avenida Revolucion and 7th street here is the link [URL]http://www.discoverbaja.com/event/tijuana-tequila-expo-2018/[/URL] and here is a video link from the tequila expo. The first part of the video is from the food garden and the second part is the video from tequila expo. Link [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/food-garden-tequila/[/URL]. (You can only bring to the US a bottle of 1 liter duty free alcohol).
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2219295]Correction: the restauiant is Monte Carlo, next to Adelita.
This is Mexico's unique beef vegetable soup with a clear broth. Vegetables include corn, squash, potatoes, carrot. Restaurants around La Zona serve it usually only for lunch or dinner at 75 pesos, including rice, tortilla and salsa. I always like Caldo de Rez as a comfort dish, light and tasty but not filling, between the romps in bed with Mexico's finest senoritas hehe.
While other places serve Caldo de Rez in a big bowl with big chunks of soup bones, Monaco made its soup with pure flank steak, about 1 pound per serving, which make both the broth tasty and the beef very tasty. For 95 pesos it's a very good meal.
The bros should forget their fascination with burned tarantulas and try this tasty soup instead.[/QUOTE]Captain Solo. I recently ate this dish Caldo de Rez in the Monte Carlo restaurant. The portion is huge! Plate with soup in which are beef, potatoes, carrots, corn. Separately a small plate with rice and onion and half lime. When I finished eating, I was full. IMO A good meal after sex, but not before sex because you will be too full. A similar soup I ate on the Caribbean islands, beef soup but only soup with a piece of beef and half lime but the plate was much smaller. It is interesting that in tropical countries they squeeze half lime into soup, which gives an interesting taste. Price in Monte Carlo $US 5. 50 plus small tip. Thank you for the recommendations it was good! If you know any other good dish from Monte Carlo, let us know. BTW restaurant Monte Carlo is soon moving to the other side of the street.
Good buy: Brandy "Presidente" on sale only USD 6 (in the US the price is twice as expensive). I bought a 940 ML bottle, 38% Alc. Vol. 100% de uva (grape). At the pedeast entrance to the USA (next to the San Ysidro trolley station). Shop name "Tijuana Duty Free" they close around 10 PM but the window is open all night and you can buy. The seller in the window said the sale is for the Christmas / holiday period and maybe longer. Here is the review of this brandy by Mr. Tony [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMFgL0t_koo[/URL].
To StRobert,
Near year end, UETA has lots of good deals in wines, spirits, perfumes, designers' hand bags etc. Last year I picked up 2 cases of French Cognac, good quality, for about $10 a bottle 1 L. It taste like Remy Martin VSOP. Everybody likes it.
Try that El presidente brandy and let us know how good it is. You can also pick up Kahlua, Mexico's renown coffee liquor, big 1. 5 L bottle for about $5, great on the rock for sipping late at night. Mixed with cream or full milk in ice cube, it's the White Russian coctail that makes chicas so soft and horny hehe.
The bros should stop at the 2 UETA stores near PedWest and start stocking up the good stuffs for year end parties and pretty presents for holidays. Hot bar and street girls all swoon over the little presents you give them, which are worth a lot more than cash, and usually produce extremely hot, wet, sweaty sessions in bed.
Good buy: Brandy "Presidente" on sale only USD 6 (in the US the price is twice as expensive). I bought a 940 ML bottle, 38% Alc. Vol. 100% de uva (grape). At the pedeast entrance to the USA (next to the San Ysidro trolley station). Shop name "Tijuana Duty Free" they close around 10 PM but the window is open all night and you can buy. The seller in the window said the sale is for the Christmas / holiday period and maybe longer. Here is the review of this brandy.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2241749]To StRobert,
Near year end, UETA has lots of good deals in wines, spirits, perfumes, designers' hand bags etc. Last year I picked up 2 cases of French Cognac, good quality, for about $10 a bottle 1 L. It taste like Remy Martin VSOP. Everybody likes it.
Try that El presidente brandy and let us know how good it is. You can also pick up Kahlua, Mexico's renown coffee liquor, big 1. 5 L bottle for about $5, great on the rock for sipping late at night. Mixed with cream or full milk in ice cube, it's the White Russian coctail that makes chicas so soft and horny hehe.
The bros should stop at the 2 UETA stores near PedWest and start stocking up the good stuffs for year end parties and pretty presents for holidays. Hot bar and street girls all swoon over the little presents you give them, which are worth a lot more than cash, and usually produce extremely hot, wet, sweaty sessions in bed.
Good buy: Brandy "Presidente" on sale only USD 6 (in the US the price is twice as expensive). I bought a 940 ML bottle, 38% Alc. Vol. 100% de uva (grape). At the pedeast entrance to the USA (next to the San Ysidro trolley station). Shop name "Tijuana Duty Free" they close around 10 PM but the window is open all night and you can buy. The seller in the window said the sale is for the Christmas / holiday period and maybe longer. Here is the review of this brandy.[/QUOTE]Brandy "Presidente" is good, similar to the French brandy "Remy Martin" or "Napoleon". I love "Kahlua" they even have a webpage [URL]https://www.kahlua.com/us/[/URL] BTW My chica number 1 in HK has already ordered a Christmas gift. A French perfume for US $ 50. But that can be a good investment with her for the all next year.
To StRobert.
Strange UETA sells duty-free Mexican tequilas and Kalhua cheaper than Mexican duty-free stores in Tijuana. Last year UETA sold the big 1.5 L Kalhua for about $5, which sells for $10 to $12 in Tijuana's duty-free stores. The clever Yankees really screw Mexican paisanos over hehe.
Lots of Mexican folks go to the US to stock up on cheap everyday goods, like milk, cereals, toilet paper. A few years back my wingman Gordon and I were climbing PedEast's pedestrian stairs when we found an elderly woman struggling to bring up her wheeled cart. Gordon, being a strong big guy, picked up the cart. I could see he was struggling, so I gave him a hand. The cart turned out to weigh near 100 lbs. Don't know what was in it. The old woman may be smuggling cement hehe. That's how hard life is for poor Tijuana people. But HK's bar girls managed to empty out Gordon's bank accounts to help Mexico hehe.
The bros should shop UETA, factory outlet and discount stores in San Ysidro for unique holiday presents, guaranteed to get the the wettest pussies and the sweatiest sessions with pretty chicas hehe. Also near Christmas eve, I would give small propinas to HK's valet parking, security guys, door men, floor managers, hotel reception guys, even a few good meseros, bar and street girls get their $ groping propinas regularly, with a "feliz Navidad" greeting. Show them you empathize with their hard life and they usually take good care of you.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2224972]Sonoras grill (opposite Adelita) is closed completely now and I heard at the Monte Carlo restaurant (next to Adelita), from the October 1 Monte Carlo restaurant plans to relocate in place of Sonoras grill.[/QUOTE]The move has been completed.
I was in LZ from Thursday November 1st through Tuesday the 5th.
Men were already at work demolishing the old interior of MC's old location in between Adelitas and the church.
The new location for Monte Carlo was bustling with business. Robed chicas in pairs were constantly crossing the street to dine there.
It has been years since I ate in Monte Carlo, and I was tempted to on this trip.
But IMHO the better meal offering was two or three storefronts to the west of MC's new location to another new restaurant called SUSHI One.
I did not eat at Monte Carlo, but had numerous meals in Sushi One. They had rice bowls, sushi, teriyaki, but not a really 'vast' menu.
As I recall, the sushi was limited to about six different types of sushi rolls, two or three options of hand rolls and about that same number of nigiri sushi options.
The Salmon Nigiri Sushi was 30 pesos each. The Salmon hand roll was 40 pesos, both were fairly good.
I thought their teriyaki dishes were their best offering, and they do it nicely with the teriyaki entres served on a large bed of vegetables rather than rice. Instead they provide a scoop of rice on the side with another side of seasoned cucumbers. The bed of vegetables was mostly broccoli and sliced zucchini. Chicken teriyaki was 75 p, Shrimp teriyaki was 105 p and Chicken with Shrimp teriyaki (my fav) is 95 p. I need to check tonight if my pictures came out OK.
Sushi One is on Coahuila Ave. , directly across the street from the entrance to Adelitas.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2245891]The move has been completed.
I was in LZ from Thursday November 1st through Tuesday the 5th.
Men were already at work demolishing the old interior of MC's old location in between Adelitas and the church.
The new location for Monte Carlo was bustling with business. Robed chicas in pairs were constantly crossing the street to dine there.
It has been years since I ate in Monte Carlo, and I was tempted to on this trip.
But IMHO the better meal offering was two or three storefronts to the west of MC's new location to another new restaurant called SUSHI One.
I did not eat at Monte Carlo, but had numerous meals in Sushi One. They had rice bowls, sushi, teriyaki, but not a really 'vast' menu.
As I recall, the sushi was limited to about six different types of sushi rolls, two or three options of hand rolls and about that same number of nigiri sushi options.
The Salmon Nigiri Sushi was 30 pesos each. The Salmon hand roll was 40 pesos, both were fairly good.
I thought their teriyaki dishes were their best offering, and they do it nicely with the teriyaki entres served on a large bed of vegetables rather than rice. Instead they provide a scoop of rice on the side with another side of seasoned cucumbers. The bed of vegetables was mostly broccoli and sliced zucchini. Chicken teriyaki was 75 p, Shrimp teriyaki was 105 p and Chicken with Shrimp teriyaki (my fav) is 95 p. I need to check tonight if my pictures came out OK.
Sushi One is on Coahuila Ave. , directly across the street from the entrance to Adelitas.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the information, this chicken teriyaki sounds good I need to check it out.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2245891]The move has been completed.
I was in LZ from Thursday November 1st through Tuesday the 5th.
Men were already at work demolishing the old interior of MC's old location in between Adelitas and the church.
The new location for Monte Carlo was bustling with business. Robed chicas in pairs were constantly crossing the street to dine there.
It has been years since I ate in Monte Carlo, and I was tempted to on this trip.
But IMHO the better meal offering was two or three storefronts to the west of MC's new location to another new restaurant called SUSHI One.
I did not eat at Monte Carlo, but had numerous meals in Sushi One. They had rice bowls, sushi, teriyaki, but not a really 'vast' menu.
As I recall, the sushi was limited to about six different types of sushi rolls, two or three options of hand rolls and about that same number of nigiri sushi options.
The Salmon Nigiri Sushi was 30 pesos each. The Salmon hand roll was 40 pesos, both were fairly good.
I thought their teriyaki dishes were their best offering, and they do it nicely with the teriyaki entres served on a large bed of vegetables rather than rice. Instead they provide a scoop of rice on the side with another side of seasoned cucumbers. The bed of vegetables was mostly broccoli and sliced zucchini. Chicken teriyaki was 75 p, Shrimp teriyaki was 105 p and Chicken with Shrimp teriyaki (my fav) is 95 p. I need to check tonight if my pictures came out OK.
Sushi One is on Coahuila Ave. , directly across the street from the entrance to Adelitas.[/QUOTE]I followed your advice and yesterday I was in this restaurant "Sushi One" opposite Adelita. I ordered chicken teriyaki and it was very good. A large portion of chicken in teriyaki sauce, vegetables and rice. Price: only US $ 4 plus small tip. The menu is in Spanish but there are pictures of dishes and price so it is easy to understand. The restaurant is Asian. Recommended.
The new Monte Carlo is using the same staff from the prior restaurant, but with the Monte Carlo menu. And it sucks unfortunately. The menu was Gringo, and serves poor Mexican food. Go figure.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2247713]I followed your advice and yesterday I was in this restaurant "Sushi One" opposite Adelita. I ordered chicken teriyaki and it was very good. A large portion of chicken in teriyaki sauce, vegetables and rice. Price: only US $ 4 plus small tip. The menu is in Spanish but there are pictures of dishes and price so it is easy to understand. The restaurant is Asian. Recommended.[/QUOTE]I think I passed by that restaurant. Saw a working girl come up to the restaurant owner or worker and call him by his race by saying "hey chino". Thought it was pretty hilarious and racist at the same time, but I guess that's just how they refer to any Asians in Mexico.
Toshi Toshi Sushi Bars Av. Colima 2292 Zona Centro.
Opened 3 months ago.
[URL]https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=toshi[/URL]+toshi&find_loc=Tijuana%2 C+Baja+California%2 C+Mexico&ns=1.
A bros said sushis here are one step above all famous AYCE sushi houses in Socal, costed him $68 for a dinner, but I don't know how much better it can be.
Mexico sure has lots of very fresh seafood caught locally, including the giant net pens off the coast of Ensenada, where fishermen raise blue-fin tunas with scrap fish until they hit 500 Lbs. We talked about renting a BnB unit near Ensenada's boat dock where we can buy frsh seafood cheap, cook them our ways and party with pretty chicas all night. Many BnB units with multiple bedrooms and kitchen near the main tourist street rent for under $50 a day.
Ever since the bros discovered Mexico's sea food and puss, they could never waste their vacation time going anywhere else for fun and sex, with non-stop parties full of tasty food, hot chicas and even hotter sex.
First part of the video about "Centro Cultural Tijuana" the second part starts from 1440 about the famous Caesar's restaurant link [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=SPh3Ex4tG_s[/URL].
Taco tour in Tijuana, looks tasty link to video [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=8&v=Ca0S7h8kBLk[/URL].
I have been to Ceasars several times and it is a very elegant restaurant. I have Duck L'Orange and it it is very good. LOS Arco's is my favorite for now.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2258157]First part of the video about "Centro Cultural Tijuana" the second part starts from 1440 about the famous Caesar's restaurant link [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=SPh3Ex4tG_s[/URL].[/QUOTE]
You guys should try Tacos El Yaqui. The original location is in Rosarito, but there is a newer location in Tijuana, which I believe is owned by the primary restaurant's son. Their queso-tacos aka perrones are to die for. Stuff the tacos with jalapenos seasoned with salt and lime. Eat 3 tacos and I am stuffed. Makes my mouth water just thinking about it.
If they're as big as the ones in Rosarito then you are some type of beast or really hungry. Nice update though, thanks.
[QUOTE=GhenghisKhan;2261507]You guys should try Tacos El Yaqui. The original location is in Rosarito, but there is a newer location in Tijuana, which I believe is owned by the primary restaurant's son. Their queso-tacos aka perrones are to die for. Stuff the tacos with jalapenos seasoned with salt and lime. Eat 3 tacos and I am stuffed. Makes my mouth water just thinking about it.[/QUOTE]
All my wingmen believe HK's taco stand deserves a Michelin 5-star. A few down 5 tacos in 1 sitting before we roll up to go home.
They are addicted to the rich, fresh, spicy, tasty tacos as much as the sexy chicas.
The HK taco stand is my favorite place in LZ to break a 500 pesos note.
Very tasty al pastor con pina.
I hit that taco stand every time I'm in LZ. They are pretty consistent with the quality and taste. Its a very popular place.
That taco stand also has a beef soup with cilantro. They serve in a styrofoam cup. It's perfect for resting up in between rounds.
To Fahrenheit,
That soup tastes like beef chuck boiled in its own juice, very rich, tasty, fatty. It goes well with the tacos al pastor. Locals eat it with tortillas dipped into the soup. The workers will give you a few free refills if you ask.
The liquid fat, for some reasons, makes me horny quickly between rounds, probably blocking all arteries except those going down to the groin hehe. But it could inhibit libido in people with high cholesterol or blocked arteries problems. So try it out before going all out.
The bros should also try fresh shell fish at the mariscos stand at the school girls corner in front of the newly-remodeled hotel Rapido on Constitucion, while looking up their high-school miniskirts hehe. The shrimp cocktails, camarron coctele, is fresh, scrunchy, tasty and delicious, all my wingmen like it. I usually order a small 50-peso cup with plain cracker, a very light dish with perfect balance of delicate tastes to add energy and spice to your stomach for sex. They also serve fresh raw oyster, cockles and clams in lime juice and salsa, calling it Mexican Viagra.
Mexican chicas mostly prefer sea food over meats or carbs. Inviting them out for seafood and their eyes all light up. They would eat Azul's fried squid rings with relish while avoiding pizza and steak altogether. Azul's battered fried shrimp is tiny, tough and greasy, not worth the price. Azul's steak is a good deal at $10 for over 1 pound of rib eye. With Azul's free-appetizer coupon, you can order a steak and a seafood dish or a pizza for $10, enough to feed 4 people.
Skip junky fried barfood at Azul, and grab an Uber to Telefonica Gastro Park. Delicious inexpensive food served off food trucks. Very chill and relaxing spot, where you can sample all sorts of great food, from sushi to steak to BBQ to many different flavors of Mexican. They also have a brewery in the back, the beer is fresh and tasty. They even had a mini version Caesar's restaurant right there. I can easily spend a few hours at that place drinking beer and eating great food.
Highly recommend this place.
[QUOTE=Ctytek;2265571]Skip junky fried barfood at Azul, and grab an Uber to Telefonica Gastro Park. Delicious inexpensive food served off food trucks. Very chill and relaxing spot, where you can sample all sorts of great food, from sushi to steak to BBQ to many different flavors of Mexican. They also have a brewery in the back, the beer is fresh and tasty. They even had a mini version Caesar's restaurant right there. I can easily spend a few hours at that place drinking beer and eating great food.
Highly recommend this place.[/QUOTE]Wow.
I just googled it and found great reviews. Thanks for the post as I now have another place to eat.
Looks like a short cab ride or a long walk depending on your hotel.
Sr.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2261924]The HK taco stand is my favorite place in LZ to break a 500 pesos note.
Very tasty al pastor con pina.[/QUOTE]Yes, my favorite as well! This one?
Yeah, I forgot to mention. Gastro park is about 15-20 min walk from Ticuán, or an even quicker cab ride. Very close, but yet far enough from the same old tired spots.
[QUOTE=Scudrucker;2265756]Wow.
I just googled it and found great reviews. Thanks for the post as I now have another place to eat.
Looks like a short cab ride or a long walk depending on your hotel.
Sr.[/QUOTE]
Guys -- I will be in Tijuana in a few weeks from now. Can you be more specific on the location of the HK Taco Stand. Is it out the front or back entrance of the Hong Kong club?
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2266005]Guys -- I will be in Tijuana in a few weeks from now. Can you be more specific on the location of the HK Taco Stand. Is it out the front or back entrance of the Hong Kong club?[/QUOTE]There is no Hong Kong Taco Stand. Hong Kong is not affiliated with any taco stand but there is a stand that is in close proximity, which is undoubtedly the most popular stand in the zona. Walk out the front door of HK, hang a left. When you get to the corner you'll see it on your left. Go to the left side of the stand, where you order and pay and be given a ticket. Give the ticket to the taquero and he'll prepare your order. Tacos are $20 mx each.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2266005]Guys -- I will be in Tijuana in a few weeks from now. Can you be more specific on the location of the HK Taco Stand. Is it out the front or back entrance of the Hong Kong club?[/QUOTE]Turn left after you go out of the front door. It is at the first street corner.
Thanks for the info. I've been to a couple of taco stands in the Zona before, but will definitely try this one.
[QUOTE=Scudrucker;2265756]Wow.
I just googled it and found great reviews. Thanks for the post as I now have another place to eat.
Looks like a short cab ride or a long walk depending on your hotel.
Sr.[/QUOTE]Here is a video link, in the first part of "Telefonica Gastro Park" and "El Punto Food Trucks". - Octopussy taco and burger sounds good! [URL]http://crossingsouth.com/videosmaps/food-trucks-and-trash/[/URL].
Telefonica would be a nice place to hang out for lunch in day tours down the coast to Ensenada. Seafood and tacos in Tijuana are far better and fresher than Ensenada. The fish / shrimp tacos, ceviche and cocteles served by the restaurants near Ensenada's seafood market are not good or fresh but very expensive. I don't even want to eat their food. However the 4 or 5 seafood carts on the main drag, across from the giant flag pole, are fresh and delicious. Did not see any Al Pastor tacos stand there day or night, WTF?
Googles shows lots of interesting dishes served by various stores in Telefonica. When I got there the stores hang large menus with prices, but I could not order without seeing the dishes, pictures or at least descriptions of the main ingredients. I hate to order something and it turns out perrito or cato tacos with wagging tails hehe.
Can someone with decent Spanish suggest to the stores to hang pictures of the dishes on their store fronts, or show wax models of the dishes? They should probably start with printed menus describing the main ingredients and how they are cooked, for the benefits of non locals.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2275827]Telefonica would be a nice place to hang out for lunch in day tours down the coast to Ensenada. Seafood and tacos in Tijuana are far better and fresher than Ensenada. The fish / shrimp tacos, ceviche and cocteles served by the restaurants near Ensenada's seafood market are not good or fresh but very expensive. I don't even want to eat their food. However the 4 or 5 seafood carts on the main drag, across from the giant flag pole, are fresh and delicious. Did not see any Al Pastor tacos stand there day or night, WTF?
Googles shows lots of interesting dishes served by various stores in Telefonica. When I got there the stores hang large menus with prices, but I could not order without seeing the dishes, pictures or at least descriptions of the main ingredients. I hate to order something and it turns out perrito or cato tacos with wagging tails hehe.
Can someone with decent Spanish suggest to the stores to hang pictures of the dishes on their store fronts, or show wax models of the dishes? They should probably start with printed menus describing the main ingredients and how they are cooked, for the benefits of non locals.[/QUOTE] Picture menus it's a good idea , but Telefonica Gastro Park is on Yelp and Facebook. You can write a post in English there. Menus in Spanish and English are also a good idea. Once in another place I ordered by mistake a taco tripa (gut) and I ate because I did not understand the word "tripa". I also do not like taco cabeza (head) and lengua (tongue) but the fish tacos are good.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2276394]Picture menus it's a good idea , but Telefonica Gastro Park is on Yelp and Facebook. You can write a post in English there. Menus in Spanish and English are also a good idea. Once in another place I ordered by mistake a taco tripa (gut) and I ate because I did not understand the word "tripa". I also do not like taco cabeza (head) and lengua (tongue) but the fish tacos are good.[/QUOTE]Oh, if only there were a phone app that would translate Spanish into English!
In the interest of fairness, let's post a couple of articles that aren't 5 years old. Here are a couple of recent articles stating that Tijuana does, indeed, have a vibrant food scene, and is becoming very famous in its own right.
[URL]https://adventure.com/tijuana-food-drink-mexico/[/URL]
Here they discuss what some of us Tijuana vets know. That business tanked during the very dark days of 2008-ish. Tijuana basically reinvented itself to focus more on locals with money, and less on Yanqui tourists. And far less on grumpy gringos looking for cheap pussy. Note that Plascencia makes a point of sourcing his stuff within 3 hours of Tijuana. This is important, and why I made mention of the Valle de Guadalupe earlier. It is the source of the lion's share of the wine list (and in many cases the only source), in most fine dining establishments in Tijuana. It's gone from being a source of table wine for France to a source of wines that compare very favorably with many from California.
[URL]https://www.travelweekly.com/Mexico-Travel/Insights/Tijuana-culinary-revolucion[/URL]
Here's another that also mentions Telefonica Gastro Park, and mentions that Tijuana was the NYT top 52 places to go in 2017. But Don't take their word for it, read it for yorself:
[URL]https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/travel/places-to-visit.html[/URL]
"Tijuana is also having a culinary renaissance, fueled by craft breweries, stylish coffee shops and globally informed restaurants that range from Telefónica Gastro Park's hipster food trucks to bustling Baja Med spots like La Querencía in the riverside Zona areío neighborhood".
Oh, and if anybody thinks that Tijuana and VdG have no bearing on one another, because they're as far apart as, say, Milwaukee and Chicago, well, I guess that individual has never been to any of those places. For anybody who cares, Tijuana to the heart of VdG is about 65 miles, vs. About 100. And, as I mentioned before, it's the heart and soul of the BNC wine renaissance. And, what is good food without good wine?
When I first came to the San Diego area three and a half years ago, my roommate mentioned that Tijuana had started to develop a serious food scene to attract tourism following the excessive violence of the late aughts. There seems to be many sources verifying this.
Decided to try something different, so I searched Tijuana restaurants on line and found out about this place serving Argentine food, particularly empanadas. The restaurant is by Tijuana Tillys on the other side of the Jai Alai palace on Revolucion in the parking lot. Wanted something light, so I ordered the Salmon salad and a drink and a pepperoni empanada. The waiter brought fresh hot bread with pesto sauce in olive oil along with butter. Then the empanada arrived with a hot flaky crust and filled with cheese and tomato sauce and pepperonis, think I paid 25 pesos for this. Then the salmon salad with tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, carrots lettuce etc along with ranch dressing along with more hot bread. Cost was around 180 pesos plus a good tip for the helpful waiter who set up my WiFi for the cell phone. Recommended, particularly the different empanadas with beef and onions, chicken and onions, but I was happy with the Pepperoni empanada, reminded me of calzones but much cheaper here.
[QUOTE=Travv;2300913]Decided to try something different, so I searched Tijuana restaurants on line and found out about this place serving Argentine food, particularly empanadas. The restaurant is by Tijuana Tillys on the other side of the Jai Alai palace on Revolucion in the parking lot. Wanted something light, so I ordered the Salmon salad and a drink and a pepperoni empanada. The waiter brought fresh hot bread with pesto sauce in olive oil along with butter. Then the empanada arrived with a hot flaky crust and filled with cheese and tomato sauce and pepperonis, think I paid 25 pesos for this. Then the salmon salad with tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, carrots lettuce etc along with ranch dressing along with more hot bread. Cost was around 180 pesos plus a good tip for the helpful waiter who set up my WiFi for the cell phone. Recommended, particularly the different empanadas with beef and onions, chicken and onions, but I was happy with the Pepperoni empanada, reminded me of calzones but much cheaper here.[/QUOTE]Yeah, this place is great, last time I went I had the lamb meat empanadas and an Argentinian style lasagna, also we ordered their famous Sangria. Great food, low prices highly recommended.
A good restaurant has been operating in the same place for 50 years. Address Avenida Revolucion number 893 near Third Street (Tercera). I ordered two fish tacos and Corona light beer. (US $ 4. 80). The taste was great. You can eat from the street side or inside. The menu is easy to read, pictures of dishes with prices in pesos and in US dollars. There is a restroom. This will be my new place to eat on Av. Revolucion. Here is the link [URL]http://lospanchostijuana.com/[/URL].
Took a girl there two nights ago. Very expensive for Tijuana. It's like a Mexican version of Ruth's Chris. They serve steaks, ribeyes, sushi, lobster. Pretty much all sorts. It wasn't bad just a bit expensive for "Tijuana".
Would recommend. The service was exceptional and the lava cake dessert was delicious.
2 blocks South of the clubs is Calle Benito Juarez, a big boulevard with a lot of inexpensive small mom and pop restaurants for people like me who don't want to go far or spend much on grabbing some decent food, but is tired from the stuff that HK or Adelina's sells with their restaurants, or street tacos.
I think I spent 380 pesos on a special getting a chicken quarter, 5 tortillas, chips and salsa that I managed to make 5 soft tacos with. That's about $2. I also sat at a nice clean table and was served by a waitress. The point is that standing while eating street tacos with questionable hygiene isn't your only cheap option.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2328283]I think I spent 380 pesos on a special getting a chicken quarter, 5 tortillas, chips and salsa that I managed to make 5 soft tacos with. That's about $2. I also sat at a nice clean table and was served by a waitress. The point is that standing while eating street tacos with questionable hygiene isn't your only cheap option.[/QUOTE]Do you mean 38 pesos? 380 is $20.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2328425]Do you mean 38 pesos? 380 is $20.[/QUOTE]38 pesos for the chicken lunch special. Nearby there is also a tech / women's mini-mall with a lot of small food vendors inside. As a bonus there are tons of good looking manicurists working the stalls, stroking their clients long fingers while wearing low cut halter tops. Stroking back and forth, back and forth while you can peak down their cleavage. I was checking all the twins as I was walking by.
Wait wait wait, this is a food posting. Sorry, old habits.
" . . . While fun tends to peak during the warmer months, so does the risk of getting sick from contaminated food.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), foodborne illness peaks during the summer months for two reasons: bacteria multiply faster in warmer temperatures, and preparing food outdoors makes safe food handling more difficult.
But when you attend outside events, you have to rely on other people to prepare food safely. Unfortunately, the food and drinks that are offered at summer events can carry serious health risks.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says to consider the following before buying food from a vendor:
Does the vendor have a clean / tidy workstation?
Does the vendor have a sink for employees to wash their hands?
Do the employees wear gloves or use tongs when handling food?
Does the vendor have refrigeration on site for raw ingredients or pre-cooked foods?
Has the vendor been inspected? Is a recent inspection report available? Requirements vary by state, but in general temporary and mobile vendors, like those at fairs and carnivals, should have a license to sell food and beverages in a particular state or county for a specific time period. You can check with the local health department to see if the vendors are licensed and if a food inspection has been completed.
Even experienced food operators and restaurant cooks face challenges when preparing items in a temporary booth or food truck, as pointed out by the Respro Food Safety blog:
Oftentimes, temporary food vendors are part-time cooks and may not have a complete knowledge of proper food safety practices or may never have taken a food safety training course. They may want to prepare food at home and then bring it to an event to sell. They may not bring adequate means to keep food hot or cold. They may not have an appropriate way to wash hands (and, by the way, hand sanitizers are not adequate). These things, if not handled properly, can lead to serious illness.
Preparing many different food items only compounds the problem. I would be concerned about a vendor trying to prepare chicken, beef, pork, rice and fresh salads all out of the same booth. The opportunity for cross-contamination is so great because of the limited space, lack of proper sanitizing and storage space. Do they have a separate cooler for each type of raw meat and ready-to-eat foods? If they don't, I would keep walking. (source).
Full article:
[URL]https://www.lewrockwell.com/2019/06/no_author/how-to-avoid-food-poisoning-at-fairs-festivals-amusement-parks-and-zoos/[/URL]
[URL]https://video.kpbs.org/video/fuego-boules-restaurant-fs1tbz/[/URL]
Fuego & Boules Restaurant
Today we visit an amazing place in Valle de Guadalupe called Fuego Cocina Del Valle. This place has hotel rooms, horses, and more, but the main attraction is the food. After visiting the garden where some of the ingredients are grown, Jorge enjoys the high-end cuisine and is on cloud nine. Next, we meet Javier from Boules restaurant in Ensenada. Jorge discovers the bone marrow dish is to die for.
[QUOTE=Travv;1984005]Walked up Constitucion to Galeana and on the corner was the Korean taco joint. Looked like all new stainless steel stoves and venting equipment in a freshly tiled eating area. A guy eating there recommended the chicken chipotle Korean taco like he was eating to me so I ordered one of those and a beef taco. The menu also included Korean tacos made of beef sausage, or of Chicharron or of Pulpo and ensaladitas and mulitas. Two tacos filled me up at 25 pesos each for a total of 50 pesos or roughly $2.50. Had an oriental flavor to the tacos (Mex / Korean flavor) and was topped with mild shredded cabbage (Kimchi?) Restaurant was clean and the cooking area was open for watching and the tacos flavorful. Worth the money.[/QUOTE]Does anyone know if this place is still open before I try to find it on my own?
Try this place on Aquacaliente past the golf course, about 4-5 miles from La Zona Norte, may be 50 pesos UBER ride.
Churrascaria Do Brasil.
Restaurante en Tijuana.
Boulevard Agua Caliente 11999, Hipodromo Agua Caliente, Tijuana, BC.
[URL]https://churrascaria-do-brasil.negocio.site/[/URL]
240 pesos AYCE meats, sea food, poultry. You can order any cuts from their menu and how well you want it grilled. A fantastic value.
The food was good at Mariscos Colima in Playas, but the servers totally bungled the order. (And my lib-tard friends insisted upon tipping anyway!)
In their defense, there were 8 of us, and our order was a bit complicated, .
You got to try Asian Tasty. Best Chinese food I have ever had. Right across from Ricardo's restaurant on Madero. Wow!
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2353441]Try this place on Aquacaliente past the golf course, about 4-5 miles from La Zona Norte, may be 50 pesos UBER ride.
Churrascaria Do Brasil.
Restaurante en Tijuana.
Boulevard Agua Caliente 11999, Hipodromo Agua Caliente, Tijuana, BC.
[URL]https://churrascaria-do-brasil.negocio.site/[/URL]
240 pesos AYCE meats, sea food, poultry. You can order any cuts from their menu and how well you want it grilled. A fantastic value.[/QUOTE]I can vouch for this place as well. Very good food. There's a similar place closer to the zona by plaza Rio called mr. Pampas. Pricing is about the same.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2353441]Try this place on Aquacaliente past the golf course, about 4-5 miles from La Zona Norte, may be 50 pesos UBER ride.
Churrascaria Do Brasil.
Restaurante en Tijuana.
Boulevard Agua Caliente 11999, Hipodromo Agua Caliente, Tijuana, BC.
[URL]https://churrascaria-do-brasil.negocio.site/[/URL]
240 pesos AYCE meats, sea food, poultry. You can order any cuts from their menu and how well you want it grilled. A fantastic value.[/QUOTE]Captain looks delicious! I love the Brazilian type of restaurants as they remind me of my visits to Rio back in 1991. Sorry we could not meet up as I am scrambling getting my things in order as I return to my beloved Medellin in a few days!
The Tall Man.
I went to some of the fanciest Churras in Rio and Sao Paolo. They had very few clients. The ones in Tijuana are not bad, with lots more clients and lots of chicas nearby after the meal hehe.
Too bad you could not break free to have hot times in Tijuana before going back to Medellin.
Will contact you when I am ready to go.
Like this place a lot! Was in there last Tuesday night and nobody was in the joint. Cute waitress at the bar, drank and ate, super cheap and great atmosphere even though nobody was there. I hadn't been in there in about 3 years and had forgotten how much I liked it. It's right across from Bar Tropical. Check it out. Moe.
I used to take my friends and foreign visitors to La Perla for a taste of Mexican food and lifestyle, but they all complained the mariachis bands play way too loud, it was impossible to stay long and enjoy the food. Business in La Perla has dwindled down to basically nothing with several changes in ownership in the last few years. Prices are high and portions are small; ingredients not as fresh as the street stands.
I found a small place, Mariscos El Choforo, on Ninos Heroes and Calle 1, 1 block South of the alley. Their food is surprisingly good, fresh and cheap, about half of La Perla's prices. Their dishes are even better, fresher and tastier than the big chain, Mariscos Titos at less than half the prices. Open 8 to 8. Check it out. Be careful walking South on Ninos after dark.
Can someone recommend a decent sushi restaurant with reasonable Tijuana prices?
A doctor recommended I try this place as it is her favorite seafood restaurant in Tijuana. When I visited I had an excellent fish soup, had the guacamole and shrimp in different sauces. They offer sushi and have an open kitchen where you can watch them prepare the food in front of you. Attentive waiters and WiFi. If you want fresh fish for your sushi, you might want to give this a try. "Villa Marina Restaurant, where you can experience the best in low seafood in a family atmosphere, pleasant music to any ear and screens for your favorite events; features that we offer each visit. The perfect place to relax, enjoy fresh seafood, an ice cold beer or a glass of wine. " [URL]https://villamarinarestaurante.com/[/URL].
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2358281]Can someone recommend a decent sushi restaurant with reasonable Tijuana prices?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2358281]Can someone recommend a decent sushi restaurant with reasonable Tijuana prices?[/QUOTE]Tijuana isn't the place for really good sushi. There are a couple that are decent. Wasabi is decent with reasonable prices. The place at the top of K Tower, I forget the name, is pretty good, but has prices to match although they are less than LA.
I've had quite a bit of good ceviche, though, which is *kind of* like sushi (I guess? I'm not the biggest expert on great ceviche or sushi, but I enjoy them both).
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2358281]Can someone recommend a decent sushi restaurant with reasonable Tijuana prices?[/QUOTE]Wasabi is good and so is the new SUSHIMAN in Paseo Chapultepec.
That place looks huge. It shows a large menu with no prices. I have to try it soon. The place in Ensenada looks nice but has a smaller menu WTF?
Mexicans eat raw seafood with salsa and various spicy sauces. To me Mexican mariscos are far more delicious than sushis and sashimis. I don't like to eat sushis with big lumps of rice. I would rather eat just seafood with spicy sauces Mexicans' ways.
A few Japanese bros living in San Diego keep driving down to Tijuana just to buy cocteles and ceviches of shrimp and raw shellfish. A new guy, an accomplished chef, who never ate raw seafood, got addicted to Mexican raw seafood. He would hang out at the school girl corner and stuff himself with raw seafood. Every time we went to Tijuana he has to hit the sea food cart first!
Have to keep the addresses here so I can quickly look up. The Ensenada location looks down the ocean with a nice, clean beach, about 5 miles North of El Centro, nice place to bring your GFs:
Villa Marina Tijuana.
Paseo de Los Héroes 4449, Zona río.
Tijuana, Baja California. See. P. 22300.
Villa Marina Ensenada.
Carr Tijuana-Ensenada km 104.
El Sauzal, Ensenada B. C. C. P. 22760.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2358281]Can someone recommend a decent sushi restaurant with reasonable Tijuana prices?[/QUOTE]The sushi place in Plaza Rio is pretty good.
I just discovered the food district for about $3.50 per Uber from Cascadas. It is pretty decent over there with a couple of nearby malls and a nice break from a strip club atmosphere. Normal High dining for me is a clean food truck, so I am pretty impressed with the restaurants in the area. Actually I am more impressed with the prices. For the price of a Subways meal back in the States, I can actually have a decent sit down meal in a Tijuana upscale restaurant.
Churrascaria do Brasil is in a shopping mall on Blvd Agua Caliente, further South from La Zona than Mr Pampas, but just about every cut of their meats are higher grades and expertly grilled to rare or medium, juicy, tasty, tender and flavorful. Mr. Pampas meats tend to be dry, tough and overcooked.
They also have more fresh varieties at the salad bar, about $12 weeknights after 6 until, no waiting for tables and not too noisy like Mr Pampas, highly recommended. My wingman is a professional chef and he liked it. He knew about all these cuts of meats and the quality of grilling far more than I did. We ate for about 2 hours. He gulped down 7 to 8 plates of meats plus 2 rounds of deserts, then went back to HK to screw 2 girls. Damn. His stomach is probably heavy-duty industrial grade. After a couple plates of meats, my only problem was lack of interests in talking, walking or sexing for a couple hours hehe. This grill is a very sumptuous treat for meat and cheese lovers. I would stop going to Mr. Pampas from now on.
The place did not have electricity or water all afternoon including about 1 hour while we were there. Unlike Pampas, The hostesses and waiters were fairly young but spoke very little English. You may have to use the voice translate app; we did not have to as we were expertly trained in the arts of hands, legs, mouth, tongue communication by the HK's trainers. Uber ride from La Zona about $6, 10,15 minutes.
Damn, the $3.50 Uber doubles at peak time which is right around supper time. Any of you guys who drives, can you post a quick and dirty tip / guide to driving in Tijuana? I noticed that the driving is more civilized the further one is from the border, but lanes are still ignored and rules of the road are really standards. Hell I don't even know if American insurance covers Mexico.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2366904]Damn, the $3.50 Uber doubles at peak time which is right around supper time. Any of you guys who drives, can you post a quick and dirty tip / guide to driving in Tijuana? I noticed that the driving is more civilized the further one is from the border, but lanes are still ignored and rules of the road are really standards. Hell I don't even know if American insurance covers Mexico.[/QUOTE]First of all, No, american insurance doesn't cover Mexico, you can buy insurance before you cross in San Ysidro.
Second, No, it doesn't get better as you go further away from the border, in fact it gets worse, there are places outside the tourist area in Tijuana that do not have pavement, also, the little amount of Tijuana natives that actually are still living in Tijuana (most of them migrated to the US or have double citizenship) are those ones near the border, some of them even drive american cars, those actually have gone to the DMV and have an american driver's licence.
The rest of Tijuana are people who migrated to the city (about 70%) and sometimes come from places with extreme poberty and couldn't afford a car before coming to Tijuana, those persons REALLY don't know how to drive!
The ones we do know how to drive chose not to drive well here, it's the cost of impunity, we know the authorities will not do anything to us because they don't care, so we run lights, don't pay attention to stop signs, don't care about lanes, we will throw the car to any pedestrian, etc. Etc.
It's just the way things are here in Mexico.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2366904]Damn, the $3.50 Uber doubles at peak time which is right around supper time. Any of you guys who drives, can you post a quick and dirty tip / guide to driving in Tijuana? I noticed that the driving is more civilized the further one is from the border, but lanes are still ignored and rules of the road are really standards. Hell I don't even know if American insurance covers Mexico.[/QUOTE]Quick and dirty tip? Follow racing rules. That means don't worry about whoever is behind you. It's their problem to look out for you. Get SENTRI on your car. Start with shorter trips and get longer. Keep your head on a swivel because many Mexicans drive with a death wish. But grow a pair and drive. It's no worse that San Fran or Florence, Italy. And not nearly as bad as Bangkok. But beware. The more time you spend outside of the ZN, the more you'll realize what a shithole the ZN really is.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2366671]Churrascaria do Brasil is in a shopping mall on Blvd Agua Caliente, further South from La Zona than Mr Pampas, but just about every cut of their meats are higher grades and expertly grilled to rare or medium, juicy, tasty, tender and flavorful. Mr. Pampas meats tend to be dry, tough and overcooked.
They also have more fresh varieties at the salad bar, about $12 weeknights after 6 until, no waiting for tables and not too noisy like Mr Pampas, highly recommended. My wingman is a professional chef and he liked it. He knew about all these cuts of meats and the quality of grilling far more than I did. We ate for about 2 hours. He gulped down 7 to 8 plates of meats plus 2 rounds of deserts, then went back to HK to screw 2 girls. Damn. His stomach is probably heavy-duty industrial grade. After a couple plates of meats, my only problem was lack of interests in talking, walking or sexing for a couple hours hehe. This grill is a very sumptuous treat for meat and cheese lovers. I would stop going to Mr. Pampas from now on.
The place did not have electricity or water all afternoon including about 1 hour while we were there. Unlike Pampas, The hostesses and waiters were fairly young but spoke very little English. You may have to use the voice translate app; we did not have to as we were expertly trained in the arts of hands, legs, mouth, tongue communication by the HK's trainers. Uber ride from La Zona about $6, 10,15 minutes.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the report. I went to Churrascaria do Brasil in early August and agree. The food was damn delicious. IMO, it's better than Mr. Pampas. Also, having a ton of protein fuels the engines for more fun times in La Zona. Cheers.
To TJfan1111.
Glad to hear from you.
Some of the tastiest, creamiest, tenderest grilled beef I ate was at Churrascarria do Brasil. US grills like Morton, Maestro, Ruth Chris are not anywhere near as competition.
Looks like the Picanha Top Sirloin Cap is the favorite cuts for Brazil and Latin America, sirloin with a fat cap on top. That cut is beefy, tasty and creamy with a slightly smoky flavor. Dam Delicious. The brisket was also tender, juicy, creamy and tasty. The tenderloin was cut into strips and grilled over smoky flame, not so juicy. Other cuts I also like the hump, called Cupim in Brazil, which is mostly fat, creamy like butter, not found in Mexico. I like the Picanha cut so much, will try to buy and grill them at home on the spit. Damn.
I ate so much meat, like 4 plates of different cuts, I could barely walk. My metabolism is now slow. The meat stayed in me for 2 days before fully digested. OTOH My wingman is a pro chef and a big eater. He downed about 8 plates of meats plus veggies, then 2 plates of deserts. He immediately went back to HK for sessions with 2 girls. He fully digested the meal by about 2 AM. Damn.
I would not recommend Mr. Pamapas due to their dry, overcooked meats, but the bros should definitely take an UBER ride for this sumptuous feast at Churrascaria do brasil, one of the best treat in Tijuana. The other good treat is fresh seafood at Mariscos El Choforo on Nino Heroes, one block South of the alley. Mariscos Villa Marina on Paseos de LOS Heroes is a fancy restaurant with a big menu but high prices.
Besides the sexy bars with hot girls, I am convinced Tijuana is a good food destination if you research the reviews. You know of other good eats in Tijuana or San Diego, let us know.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2367312]To TJfan1111.
Glad to hear from you.
Some of the tastiest, creamiest, tenderest grilled beef I ate was at Churrascarria do Brasil. US grills like Morton, Maestro, Ruth Chris are not anywhere near as competition.
Looks like the Picanha Top Sirloin Cap is the favorite cuts for Brazil and Latin America, sirloin with a fat cap on top. That cut is beefy, tasty and creamy with a slightly smoky flavor. Dam Delicious. The brisket was also tender, juicy, creamy and tasty. The tenderloin was cut into strips and grilled over smoky flame, not so juicy. Other cuts I also like the hump, called Cupim in Brazil, which is mostly fat, creamy like butter, not found in Mexico. I like the Picanha cut so much, will try to buy and grill them at home on the spit. Damn..[/QUOTE]Thanks. Good to be back on these boards. It's been a while. And thanks for the beef analysis at Churrascarria and your other recommendation near HK (I'll check it out). I concur that Picanha is damn delicious, and Churrascarria Mr. Pamapas in terms of quality of meat in Tijuana. Note I've been to Churrascarria in USA (Concord, CA), and it's even better (surprisingly). As far as other places in Tijuana that I can recommend there's only one:
Fonda Argentina. A bit pricey but I really liked this place. They don't have all you can eat, but the combo plate is essentially that (unless you're with your friend who can eat 24 lbs of steak). They use a Santa Maria grill to cook the meat, so it has a nice beautiful smokey flavor. Also, they have beef ribs! One of the very few things that I don't like about Churrascarria is it's difficult to get many slices from the beef ribs which are very nice. Note I haven't tried the beef ribs at Fonda, but I'm guessing that they are up to par with the other things I've tried (grilled octopus, steak), which were really really good.
A place in Tijuana that I want to try is Arcos. I hear that they have great seafood. I may take a chica or three there since they typically like prawns. What woman doesn't?!
In San Diego my favorite restaurant is:
Phil's BBQ (3750 Sports Arena Blvd.) The beef ribs are the thing to order. Also, if you like tri-tip (not high on my list), the El Torro sandwich is good. Probably not as good as TX, but TX is far from Tijuana!
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2367312]To TJfan1111.
Glad to hear from you.
Some of the tastiest, creamiest, tenderest grilled beef I ate was at Churrascarria do Brasil. US grills like Morton, Maestro, Ruth Chris are not anywhere near as competition.
Looks like the Picanha Top Sirloin Cap is the favorite cuts for Brazil and Latin America, sirloin with a fat cap on top. That cut is beefy, tasty and creamy with a slightly smoky flavor. Dam Delicious. The brisket was also tender, juicy, creamy and tasty. The tenderloin was cut into strips and grilled over smoky flame, not so juicy. Other cuts I also like the hump, called Cupim in Brazil, which is mostly fat, creamy like butter, not found in Mexico. I like the Picanha cut so much, will try to buy and grill them at home on the spit. Damn.
I ate so much meat, like 4 plates of different cuts, I could barely walk. My metabolism is now slow. The meat stayed in me for 2 days before fully digested. OTOH My wingman is a pro chef and a big eater. He downed about 8 plates of meats plus veggies, then 2 plates of deserts. He immediately went back to HK for sessions with 2 girls. He fully digested the meal by about 2 AM. Damn..[/QUOTE]Funny! A chica who works at sombreros in San Diego was just telling me about mr Pampas earlier this week. Saying I had to try it.
Looks like a nice place worth trying out.
The combo Parrillada with 1.3 Kg or about 2 lbs of meats, various cuts, ribs and sausages, costs 860 pesos, about $43 for 2 people. Subtracting the bones and sausages that would not be enough meat for 2 big eaters. Besides if they bring everything out the same time, the meats would get cold after 10 minutes. Beef prime rib eye, 800 grams or 1 lbs, for 1,000 pesos or $50. Then the soups and salad are about 100 pesos each. It's kind of pricey for Tijuana. Will try their rib eye and find out how good their steaks are.
Cheripan, the defunct Argentinian grill, was not that expensive. Rib eyes for 2 plus soup, salad, wine, beers and dessert costed 2 of us about $80. Forgot to mention Azul's famous 2 rib eye steaks for $12, with all the trimmings, served next to HK's strip stage where strippers bare all. Azul has to be the cheapest and sexiest restaurant in Tijuana hehe.
I can grill some good steaks at home. The appeals at Churrascaria do Brasil are the many different cuts served hot at the table. When sliced, you can see pink juice run out of them. I always thought top sirloin is tough and tasteless, but the Picanha is tasty, juicy and tender with that fat cap.
To MemoeNasty.
Churrascaria do Brasil grills the meats from rare to well done, Portuguese way. Their meats are far more tender, juicy and tasty, the way I would eat my steaks.
Pampas grills everything well done, dry and tasteless, the way Spanish, Argentinian and Mexican eat their meats. Your chica likely prefers well-done meats. You just have to take her to Pampas then straight to bed, giving her satisfaction in every orifice to keep her happy.
This quality on H street, SD. What about in Tijuana? Any suggestions!
[QUOTE=Sound7;2370871]This quality on H street, SD. What about in Tijuana? Any suggestions![/QUOTE]??? How many times have you been to Tijuana? You're having trouble finding good tacos??
I went to Churrascaria do Brasil about a week ago. Nice atmosphere and price was reasonable. My only complaint is that it is hard to get the waiters attention after they make their first round with the meats.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2368103]To MemoeNasty.
Churrascaria do Brasil grills the meats from rare to well done, Portuguese way. Their meats are far more tender, juicy and tasty, the way I would eat my steaks.
Pampas grills everything well done, dry and tasteless, the way Spanish, Argentinian and Mexican eat their meats. Your chica likely prefers well-done meats. You just have to take her to Pampas then straight to bed, giving her satisfaction in every orifice to keep her happy.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2371198]I went to Churrascaria do Brasil about a week ago. Nice atmosphere and price was reasonable. My only complaint is that it is hard to get the waiters attention after they make their first round with the meats.[/QUOTE]I've been to El Campero a few times and they're good for meat. But not a bargain.
Agree that Pampas cooks all the flavor out of the meat until it's gray and sad.
Looking for "H Street" quality or better than in Tijuana.
On the weekends some Tijuana market at some location cook the meat with special blend herb sand warm the shells too. Cook the onions with mild flavor heat. Made and had the best tacos in the world. Not the El pastro taco.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2371122]??? How many times have you been to Tijuana? You're having trouble finding good tacos??[/QUOTE]
I know Zona Rio is generally considered one of the nicer areas of Tijuana. I've always taxi-ed in Tijuana but was considering finding a place to eat within walking distance of La Mansion. Any recommendations that are not far and are a safe walk (this would be late afternoon or early dinner)?
Here's Azul's steaks menu. I did not take pics of the seafood menu which has many items preferred by the girls.
Filet mignon is 260 pesos, about 10 ozs.
Rib eye, 250 pesos, about 12 ozs.
Flank steak, 190 pesos, about 10 ozs.
The meats are good quality, cooked properly with baked potatoes, guacamole, grilled veggies and toast or tortilla ect.
There is a coupon in [URL]HKTIJUANA.COM[/URL] for a free Azul's appetizer. Exchange it for a voucher at HK's front desk, and order 2 dinners for 1 price with HK's meseros.
[QUOTE=Locke0000;2384561]I know Zona Rio is generally considered one of the nicer areas of Tijuana. I've always taxi-ed in Tijuana but was considering finding a place to eat within walking distance of La Mansion. Any recommendations that are not far and are a safe walk (this would be late afternoon or early dinner)?[/QUOTE]Last time I was at La Mansion I walked to the Brazilian steakhouse called Mr. Pampas ([URL]https://mrpampas.com/[/URL]). It was awesome, all-you-can-eat meat for a good price (compare to Fogo de Chao or Texas de Brazil, if you know them, but cheaper). It's about a 15 minute walk in a very nice neighborhood. There are a TON of restaurants in that area. You might also try the Foodgarden across from Mr. Pampas. It's like a food court but with classy restaurants. They invite top local chefs to come and staff these food stalls with limited versions of their restaurant menu.
Other good options in that area are La Espadana for classic Mexican cuisine, La Querencia for Baja / Mediterranean, Villa Marina for seafood, or La Casa Del Mole for, well, mole.
Here's a link to the walking route. It's pretty easy: [URL]https://goo.gl/maps/ifcXu3okYiHecNV87[/URL].
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2385089]Last time I was at La Mansion I walked to the Brazilian steakhouse called Mr. Pampas ([URL]https://mrpampas.com/[/URL]). It was awesome, all-you-can-eat meat for a good price (compare to Fogo de Chao or Texas de Brazil, if you know them, but cheaper). It's about a 15 minute walk in a very nice neighborhood. There are a TON of restaurants in that area. You might also try the Foodgarden across from Mr. Pampas. It's like a food court but with classy restaurants. They invite top local chefs to come and staff these food stalls with limited versions of their restaurant menu.
Other good options in that area are La Espadana for classic Mexican cuisine, La Querencia for Baja / Mediterranean, Villa Marina for seafood, or La Casa Del Mole for, well, mole.
Here's a link to the walking route. It's pretty easy: [URL]https://goo.gl/maps/ifcXu3okYiHecNV87[/URL].[/QUOTE]These are very helpful! Cheers, mate.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2385089]Last time I was at La Mansion I walked to the Brazilian steakhouse called Mr. Pampas ([URL]https://mrpampas.com/[/URL]). It was awesome, all-you-can-eat meat for a good price (compare to Fogo de Chao or Texas de Brazil, if you know them, but cheaper). It's about a 15 minute walk in a very nice neighborhood. There are a TON of restaurants in that area. You might also try the Foodgarden across from Mr. Pampas. It's like a food court but with classy restaurants. They invite top local chefs to come and staff these food stalls with limited versions of their restaurant menu.
Other good options in that area are La Espadana for classic Mexican cuisine, La Querencia for Baja / Mediterranean, Villa Marina for seafood, or La Casa Del Mole for, well, mole.
Here's a link to the walking route. It's pretty easy: [URL]https://goo.gl/maps/ifcXu3okYiHecNV87[/URL].[/QUOTE]This indeed helpful. Cheers!
[QUOTE=Locke0000;2384561]I know Zona Rio is generally considered one of the nicer areas of Tijuana. I've always taxi-ed in Tijuana but was considering finding a place to eat within walking distance of La Mansion. Any recommendations that are not far and are a safe walk (this would be late afternoon or early dinner)?[/QUOTE]At La Mansion I remember (I never ordered) there is a menu in the room on the table and you can order the whole dinner, drinks maybe alcohol and more things too. I suppose the motel employee will bring you dinner to your room. The room price for 4 hours is $ 30. The room with the jacuzzi is more expensive. There is no overnight stay, I was there this week.
[QUOTE=Locke0000;2384561]I know Zona Rio is generally considered one of the nicer areas of Tijuana. I've always taxi-ed in Tijuana but was considering finding a place to eat within walking distance of La Mansion. Any recommendations that are not far and are a safe walk (this would be late afternoon or early dinner)?[/QUOTE]Keep in mind that La Mansion does not permit re-entry. That is, once you leave the premises, you are considered checked-out and may not return unless you pay again. Weekdays I believe rooms are available for the night. Weekends they only rent in 4 hour blocks.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2385601]At La Mansion I remember (I never ordered) there is a menu in the room on the table and you can order the whole dinner, drinks maybe alcohol and more things too. I suppose the motel employee will bring you dinner to your room. The room price for 4 hours is $ 30. The room with the jacuzzi is more expensive. There is no overnight stay, I was there this week.[/QUOTE]An option, but the prices are kind of steep considering Mansion is adjacent to a food district. I have wandered this area by foot even after dark at around midnight and I never had a problem. This area is sort of high end and not a shit hole like the Zona Norte.
Ate at mr pampas tonight great food and service probably not a great idea before heading to La Zona but I had a date we got busy before heading out to the restaurant. 4 shots hornitos three beers and two meals $65 out the door!
[QUOTE=Rog123;2385733]Ate at mr pampas tonight great food and service probably not a great idea before heading to La Zona but I had a date we got busy before heading out to the restaurant. 4 shots hornitos three beers and two meals $65 out the door![/QUOTE]That has become my go to for a date. If you haven't been, it can be busy, crowded, loud and you'll have a wait during prime time. But the food and price is great. Short taxi ride from Ticuan or the Zona. Depending on traffic, it might be quicker to walk! (Joking. Somewhat!
Pampas has a bigger selection of meats but they tend to overcook, dry, tough, tasteless. The filet mignon is cut into thin strip and grill into shoe leather. You should order the cuts you want and tell the waiter to bring rare (rojo) or medium (medio). It also serves more seafood, like grilled shrimp, octopus and scallop.
Churrascaria do Brasil is further South on Aqua Caliente right next to the street you cannot miss, may be another 3 miles, at the Metropolis mall. There are fewer cuts here but the meats are grilled and served from rare to well done, tender, juicy and tasty. The picanhas are excellent here. It serves fewer seafood, only grilled shrimp. This place has fewer clients, about half of Pampas, but is more upscale and quieter without big families and kids making big noise.
Prices are low, about the same for both places. Both are fantastic treats for meat lovers.
Ate at mr pampas tonight great food and service probably not a great idea before heading to La Zona but I had a date we got busy before heading out to the restaurant. 4 shots hornitos three beers and two meals $65 out the door!
Went to Mr Pampas Sunday night with 2 wingmen.
Without the week night discount, It costs 365 pesos or $20 per person, $23 PP with drinks and tip. Again too many cuts were tough and dry, I could not chew or cut into.
Lucky Churrascarria do Brasil is starting a new location on Paseo de LOS Heroes near Plaza Rio, much closer to La Zona Norte. I had much better meats at this place, so will go here instead.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2388793]Went to Mr Pampas Sunday night with 2 wingmen.
Without the week night discount, It costs 365 pesos or $20 per person, $23 PP with drinks and tip. Again too many cuts were tough and dry, I could not chew or cut into.
Lucky Churrascarria do Brasil is starting a new location on Paseo de LOS Heroes near Plaza Rio, much closer to La Zona Norte. I had much better meats at this place, so will go here instead.[/QUOTE]Looks like the new Churrascarria is nearly ready to open. I tried the one at Hipodromo and it's way better than Pampas. As Solo says, Pampas overcooks everything.
However, I feel like I have to eat as much as possible to "win" at these places, and then I feel like crap for hours.
Very good, fresh seafood in a small restaurant on the North East side of the cathedral Plaza, across from the policia boite. Prices are even lower than food carts:
Special #1 a Shrimp quesadilla, cup of consomme, 1 soda bottle, 65 pesos or about $3. 50.
Small shrimp coctele 55 pesos, about $2.50.
Large shrimp tacos only 25 pesos.
Food is fresh and delicious. The meseras are young and hot. I like to look at their bubble butts while I eat hehe. You can buy beers from the tienda across the street and drink with your food.
Fantastic deals. Check it out.
El Choforo Mariscos, open 8 to 8.
Primera artículo 123, Privada Niños Heroes esquina, Tijuana.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2390064]Very good, fresh seafood in a small restaurant on the North East side of the cathedral Plaza, across from the policia boite. Prices are even lower than food carts:
Special #1 a Shrimp quesadilla, cup of consomme, 1 soda bottle, 65 pesos or about $3. 50.
Small shrimp coctele 55 pesos, about $2.50.
Large shrimp tacos only 25 pesos.
Food is fresh and delicious. The meseras are young and hot. I like to look at their bubble butts while I eat hehe. You can buy beers from the tienda across the street and drink with your food.
Fantastic deals. Check it out.
El Choforo Mariscos, open 8 to 8.
Primera artculo 123, Privada Nios Heroes esquina, Tijuana.[/QUOTE]Excellent. Are those giant shrimps or is my iPhone being too generous?
The Albondigas at Azul were exceptional. I suppose they don't get much attention as mine today was fresh fresh. Combined with the al Pastor tacos at Taqueria Franc, and a bistek quesadilla at Taconazo Rio are go to in my book.
Decided to try the steak in Cafe Auzul. Ordered the Filet Mignon for $260 pesos. The menu saidit was a prime cut, but it was more like select. It was cheap, but I would probably skip the steak.
Decided to give this place a try on its opening day due to the 249 pesos advertised opening day special for today and the 16th. Drove in, plenty of parking so was able to self park my car, but the valets did insist that the customers back into their parking space. The place is basically the same layout as Mr. Pampas, but has different (and better) desert choices. Had my fill of a variety of roasted beef, chicken, salad and guacamole and chips etc. Then went to the desert bar for chocolate pudding, coconut cookies etc. Ended up paying 370 pesos for an added drink plus tips. Since this is on the way back to the SENTRI lane, easy access on the way back to San Diego. Good experience.
For over 10 years I have been in a car pool from OC to Tijuana to party with hot chicas, mostly Tuesday, Friday, Saturday nights, sometimes Sunday day time, depending the bros' work schedules and social obligations. We would exchange stories in the drive down, drinking, eating, partying with and have multiple sessions with nice, sweet, beautiful girls of Tijuana all night.
We have lots of fun together, enjoying our quick but fun, cheap, and sexy vacations every weekend with hot girls and good food. What more can you ask of vacations? For guys who already traveled many parts of the world, it's fun, safe and just as good viewing travel videos on 4 K TVs without the hassle of long flights and risks of diseases, scams, robberies or assaults overseas.
It's fun to take the noobs and watch their responses and adaptation to hundreds of willing hot girls. A few guys fell in love with girls after first meets. They seem thirsty for love and affection not to mention their hunger for sex from the female species, which they apparently not getting at home. I went out of my ways with the noobs, because many wanted to have fun but just could not break out from obligations. One times went 2 nights in a row because those are the only dates they could go.
Among the mongers, some guys are naive and new; a few hardened hands who would exploit naive girls; most are average guys in professional, managerial, academic jobs who enjoy partying with hot girls and hanging out with like-minded friends.
The noobs' stories are sometimes funny, poignant and helpful to the bros. I asked them to post their experiences, but most are reluctant to post. I think they are afraid of being ridiculed by the old timers, even though the mods have done good jobs keeping good, helpful posts and filtering out petty beetching and ugly fighting.
The noobs should post their successes and blunders with lessons learned so others can learn from them.
Which is better, Al Capone -- attached to the Chicago Club, or Azuls -- attached to Hong Kong? Was at Al Capones last trip and food was fine and pretty cheap but nothing too special. Seem to get a better price by paying in Pesos.
Had anyone pulled a bargirl (or freelancer) catching a meal from one of these restaurants?
To Rainman.
Al Capone, serves only basic grubs, breakfast, tacos, bifsteak Ranchero ect.
Azul has far larger menus, with 16 oz rib eyes for 290 pesos or $15, lots of sea foods, including baked salmon, deep fried fish / squid / shrimp ect which the chicas like.
Azul is far nore upscale. Use Azul's 2-4-1 coupon at HK's front desk to get 2 dinners for 1 price.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2397867]To Rainman.
Al Capone, serves only basic grubs, breakfast, tacos, bifsteak Ranchero ect.
Azul has far larger menus, with 16 oz rib eyes for 290 pesos or $15, lots of sea foods, including baked salmon, deep fried fish / squid / shrimp ect which the chicas like.
Azul is far nore upscale. Use Azul's 2-4-1 coupon at HK's front desk to get 2 dinners for 1 price.[/QUOTE]That coupon seems to work half the time. The restaurant accepted it once without problems. The second time, Azul accepted it but with a 180 pesos cap. The third time, they refused to honor it because it did not have the manager's signature on it. The fourth time they told me the coupon was only good inside HK itself and not at Azul so they rejected the coupon.
Seems like everything else in Tijuana, there is no rule. It's whatever they feel like enforcing.
You should make the meseros bring Azul's full menu, or take one from Cascada's room.
The coupon is good for 1 item and one free item of lower value. So if you order a rib eye at 250 pesos, about $14, you can order another less expensive dinner for free, like the flank steak at 190 pesos. If you want 2 rib eyes, then they charge you $4 extra.
Some of the meseros in HK and in Azul's don't really know the prices or the rules. You should educate them, sometimes with a kick in their lazy butt.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2397902]That coupon seems to work half the time. The restaurant accepted it once without problems. The second time, Azul accepted it but with a 180 pesos cap. The third time, they refused to honor it because it did not have the manager's signature on it. The fourth time they told me the coupon was only good inside HK itself and not at Azul so they rejected the coupon.
Seems like everything else in Tijuana, there is no rule. It's whatever they feel like enforcing.[/QUOTE]Your "half the time" seems about right from my experience.
My quasi-wingman and I have a short history with this HK dinner coupon business.
About a year ago we used this 2-for-1 twice (in three attempts) during a visit to Tijuana.
I don't speak fluent Spanish, but fortunately my quasi wingman does. Without him speaking Spanish, and hanging in there, the success rate would probably have been lower.
As I recall (I could be wrong, it was a while ago) the coupon from HK's website was clearer to understand. Like last year's coupon may have actually said 2 meals for the price of one.
Yet with my quasi-wingman in the lead role, last year we had to get am HK manager to initial or sign-off on the coupon in order to get Azul to honor the two-for-one deal (the second & third time we attempted to use it). On our first attempt last year we were flatly denied the deal with the false assertion that the coupon was expired despite bearing no expiration date.
And last year, two days apart, we ate our half-priced dinners in Azul's main dining room on the second floor when we successfully made attempt #2 and #3. The rib-eye steaks were pretty good.
On subsequent trips I regretfully forgot to bring the coupon. But I remembered to bring many printed coupons when we were in LZ recently on Saturday November 30th and Sunday. December 1st,
This time the coupons stated they were for 2-for-1 appetizers. My Quasi-wingman was skeptical that the 2-for-1 appetizer coupon would get us 2-for-1 ribeye dinners.
So we started by taking the coupon with us on a Saturday (11/30/19) visit to Azuls.
A waiter in Azuls told us we needed to eat the steaks inside of HK & have the coupon signed-off or presented in HK.
There happened to be a HK mesero present in Azuls that heard the conversation with QW and the Azul waiter.
He came up to us and told us he would go with us downstairs and (once inside HK) help us get the 2-4-1 dinners.
So we all walked downstairs, entered HK, and used the coupon for 2 rib-eye dinners. That experience went well. We paid only 250 pesosand were not assessed any additional $4 fee.
Essentially QW used the coupon for two dinners and I used a different coupon to get us 2-4-1 drinks.
The HK mesero thanked us for his tip, and suggested he would be glad to help us again the next day to do it all again.
So we did.
Everything went almost as well on Sunday, December 1st, with one big difference.
On Sunday, my quasi-wingman and I were served incredibly super-tough steaks. For certain it was the toughest steak I've ever had in my 61 years of life.
WE agreed that we were served meat that chewed like shoe leather.
I left half the steak uneaten in its round tin container. I don't think I've ever before left half a restaurant steak uneaten & my waistline is proof of that.
For Friday night good Mexican seafood restaurant (for a date) don't need anything fancy but away from the main tourist spots (discreet). Thanks in advance.
LOL, the thread about food more exciting than thread about girls. I'm stuck here.
Villa Marina mariscos is on Paseo de los Heroes, a fancy place, about a block South of the huge shopping mall, not too far from La Zona.
It has a large menu of sea food and also a selection of steaks.
The second location is on a bluff overlooking the beach North of Ensenada, with a smaller menu.
[URL]https://villamarinarestaurante.com[/URL]
[QUOTE=Rog123;2401782]For Friday night good Mexican seafood restaurant (for a date) don't need anything fancy but away from the main tourist spots (discreet). Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Highly recommend La Corriente. There are a handful of them in the city, they're all great. Check the yelp reviews and you'll see.
[QUOTE=Rog123;2401782]For Friday night good Mexican seafood restaurant (for a date) don't need anything fancy but away from the main tourist spots (discreet). Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Lionfish or LOS Arcos. Both will be quite busy on a Friday. You should make reservations if possible, especially at Lionfish.
That's what Tijuana is famous for.
LOL, the thread about food more exciting than thread about girls. I'm stuck here.
Anybody tried La Perla restaurant near TB? I went there on Friday. Menu looked good but I didn't eat because they were doing construction inside.
Seems the best & cheapest way for food is to eat at the Taco Stands and buy your sodas and snacks from the OXXO stores in the zona. Had meals at Al Capones & Azuls, mostly OK but the eggs at Azuls were so bad.
The tacos are cheap, about $1 USD each and a couple will tell you up.
[QUOTE=SenorTJ;2402023]Highly recommend La Corriente. There are a handful of them in the city, they're all great. Check the yelp reviews and you'll see.[/QUOTE]I'm going to second this recommendation. Nice, but not fancy. Good price and fantastic seafood. Short walk from Revo. On Google maps it shows up alternately as "Cevicheria La Mas Nais". I eat there all the time.
[QUOTE=Mbison2411;2402094]Anybody tried La Perla restaurant near TB? I went there on Friday. Menu looked good but I didn't eat because they were doing construction inside.[/QUOTE]La Perla is fine if you are in the zona and craving seafood. Every time I've been there has been a screaming loud mariachi band, which made it less than ideal.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2402177]I'm going to second this recommendation. Nice, but not fancy. Good price and fantastic seafood. Short walk from Revo. On Google maps it shows up alternately as "Cevicheria La Mas Nais". I eat there all the time.
La Perla is fine if you are in the zona and craving seafood. Every time I've been there has been a screaming loud mariachi band, which made it less than ideal.[/QUOTE]The other Corrientes around town have even fancier decors than the original if you're taking a lady. All of them have the same menu. The offerings are a cut above the other Tijuana seafood joints.
On Tuesday they do a Taco Tuesday special, 3 tostadas or tacos and a beer for 198 pesos. The tostadas are loaded with fish. The Red Snapper tostada is their most popular menu item, what they are famous for. All the tostadas are great.
The prices have gone up a lot here since I first started going years ago. About 3-4 years ago, the pulpo zarandeado (whole octopus grilled with seasoned mayo) was around 200 pesos and now it's more than 600 pesos. It's used to be a screaming bargain. Now it's not cheap, but I still go.
The wording on the 2-for-1 appetizer states "Equal or lesser value is free".
[URL]https://hktijuana.com/assets/pdf/HK-Coupons-Azul-App.pdf[/URL]
But I'm sure that certain mongers, in the way they look, drink or act, are easy victims of HK's meseros.
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Thanks for the recommendation everyone! The red snapper tostada was to die for. Fish tacos were pretty good, I make really good ones at home they were almost as good as mine)) shrimp taco was soooo good. Date got the grilled octopus wow it was delicious.
I used to take out-of-the-country friends to La Perla for its seafood, beers, authentic ambiance and entertainment. But La Perla's food is only mediocre, not exactly fresh, menu limited, servings small, and the loud bands really got on my nerve. How can anyone eat in that ear-splitting noise. La Perla has been doing very little business and changed ownership a few times in the last 5 years. Very few clients go there anymore.
For good seafood near the alley, walk 1 block South on Ninos Heroes to El Choforo on the South East corner of Ninos and Calle 1. It has a small menu but the food is surprisingly good and fresh. Combination #1 includes a shrimp enchilada, a consomme and a soft drink, only 55 pesos or $3. Just stop by the tienda next door and buy a few beers to drink with the food. This little restaurant is good. All my wingmen like it.
I was served an undercooked pork chop ( served like a tuna steak ) at Alahou Boutique Hotels restaurant last week. I swallowed one bite and spit the rest out on the plate but one bite was plenty to get me sick. I raised hell and got them to pay for my meds and the pork chop.
Not a fun experience.
Lesson learned? BABY SIT everything you do in Mexico. Don't ever assume people are knowledgeable or able enough to provide you with what you need. I have learned this the hard way. ALWAYS DOUBLE CHECK EVERYTHING.
Gee I thought Artiste only eats Kosher, no pork?
I was served a thick seared pork chop, pink with red center, juicing blood, like a rare beef steak, by Maestro in Costa Mesa, one of the reputable steak house. As a habit, I felt disgusted and could not eat it. But my trusty food scientist wingman said modern pig farming eliminates any parasite in the meat, so it's OK to eat pork rare.
I was so disgusted by habit, did not taste how good the bloody pork juice was. Could be as sweet and tasty as rare steak.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2402760]Gee I thought Artiste only eats Kosher, no pork?
[/QUOTE]A LARGE plate of nice crispy bacon hurts no one.
Drove down with a bro, got to Tijuana about noon. Went for lunch at El Choforo Mariscos then walked around the Cathedral area shopping for Christmas presents.
I usually buy arts and paintings in el Mercado Artesania, but most art shops are closed on Sundays, only shops selling cheap trinkets made in China are open hehe. Surprisingly stores on Revo carry most of locally produced arts and crafts. They can find most things if you ask, and you can usually get prices down to less than half of the first quotes hehe.
Got to HK by 2 PM, drinking beers, watching the strip shows. HK was not crowded on Sunday day shift, but there were at least about a dozen hot girls, 8 or above in my picky book, whom I would love to thrash out in bed. A guy exchanged his $100 bill for $1 then walked around raining greens on strippers. Just hope HK knew the bill may been freshly printed in his offset printer hehe.
Found Rihanna from Monterrey, pretty blonde, perfect light skin, flat ab, long sexy legs, wearing a black bikini with a large bras, hiding in the dark under the stairs. She was new in HK, shy and had no friends. She cruised the club and positioned herself at a few locations to attract guys but there were no takers. She was the most attractive girl in HK to my taste but did no business the entire afternoon. The girls taken upstairs were mostly below average in looks, but they seemed to hook repeat customers and guys tend to repeat with girls who gave them predictable hot sessions.
Sat Rihanna down in a couch on the second floor where there was less traffic and had a drink with her, sweet talking to her in my pidgin Spanish, was surprised to find out she spoke good English with classy gentle manners. She said from Monterrey, still in school, only flies down to Tijuana on weekends to make extra money for the Christmas holidays. Made a deal with her to go upstairs. Her business was slow all afternoon so she was amenable to a steep discount. The girl was nice, clean, looked beautiful from head to toe. Her body was supple with the most beautiful sexy curves and shapes; her unblemished light skin soft, smooth like satin. Her boobs were slightly droopy with large areolas, thus the large push-up bras. It was very exciting to kiss her sweet mouth, caressing, licking, biting her soft skin. She got aroused by the soft caresses, purring, breathing heavily. It was very sweet driving into her wet coochie. Was very excited and did not last long. Had a hot session with her, got her tel and plan to see this pretty girl again before the Christmas / new year holidays. There are lots of hot girls working in HK and the streets for the next 10 days for extra cash for the holidays.
Had a good afternoon full of good food, hot sex, exciting entertainment, fun company with the bro. Crossing back on SENTRI lane at 6 PM, only took 5 minutes, but the regular and ready lanes stretched back to the park, 4 to 5 hours wait estimated.
Saturday evening, my food was served a bit on the chilly side at Azul Restaurant.
Does anyone know the Spanish words for each kind of Taco- beef, pork, chicken, etc?
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2403777]Does anyone know the Spanish words for each kind of Taco- beef, pork, chicken, etc?[/QUOTE]Beef is carne chicken is pollo pork is adobada.
Second time I have been there and it is just amazingly cheap it is for such a nice place and atmosphere. We both drank water, but got the large tableside caesar salad, 2 tapas (which were awesome) consisting of some potatoes in cheese and cayenne sauce and some fries with a fried egg and some peppers on it, and an entree each. Grand total $44. If this were in Vegas, you would be lucky to get it for double that.
If you are talking about the taco stand on the corner, you have asada for the skirt steak and adobado for the pork on the spindle. If they have chicken, it would be pollo.
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2403777]Does anyone know the Spanish words for each kind of Taco- beef, pork, chicken, etc?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Rog123;2403801]Beef is carne chicken is pollo pork is adobada.[/QUOTE]My favorite pork taco is al pastor.
[QUOTE=Dakota5369;2403868]Second time I have been there and it is just amazingly cheap it is for such a nice place and atmosphere. We both drank water, but got the large tableside caesar salad, 2 tapas (which were awesome) consisting of some potatoes in cheese and cayenne sauce and some fries with a fried egg and some peppers on it, and an entree each. Grand total $44. If this were in Vegas, you would be lucky to get it for double that.[/QUOTE]I've gotten sick one time in Tijuana. It just so happened about 8 hours after I had my one and only tableside Caesar salad. I try to steer clear of raw foods in Mexico and Thailand, but sometimes I still eat raw. I mean food, the kind you swallow.
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2403777]Does anyone know the Spanish words for each kind of Taco- beef, pork, chicken, etc?[/QUOTE]Just like in English, there are lots of words for the various types of meats.
So for tacos you have beef, which might be just carne, carne asada, res, birria de res (stewed beef), suadero (a cut of the flank), tripa (intestines), lengua (tongue), cabeza (meat from the head), cachete (cheeks), or more.
Pork may be carnitas, adobado (on the spit), al pastor (marinated with pineapple), barbacoa, chuleta (pork chop).
Chicken is mostly pollo, so that's easy, but you may see tinga (braised thighs).
Don't forget pescado (fish), camarones (shrimp), papas (potato), dorados (fried tacos, similar to taquitos). Fish and shrimp can be empanizado (breaded)
Don't forget the birria, which is braised beef in broth, can be eaten as soup with tortilla, or as tacos. It's chunks of braised beef chuck in a very thick broth, hot and delicious for cold nights. They would refill with that thick broth a few times if you ask. I usually give the guy a few coins into his apron.
I was with a noob wiating for a taco al Tabor in the spindle, gave the taco guy a couple coins into his apron; he was very happy, gave me a plate full of delicious seared pork, about double the size of the normal serving. The noob was impressed hehe.
While the beef carne azada tacos are kind of dry, tough and tasteless, the noobs all fell in love with the taco al tabor, consuming 3 or 4 at each seating, then still want more. A few guys brought tacos home for their significant others, who insist the guys to go more often and bring home those tacos hehe.
Around the plaza next the Cathedral and inside the Mercado Municipal on Ninos Heros 1 block South of Hong Kong, there are a dozen taco shops serving all kinds of dishes, sea food, caldo de rez, tacos with goat and other exotic meats. Combination of 2 tacos, 1 consomme and soda go for 80 pesos or about $4. 50. I found El Choforo mariscos fairly nice and clean, serving fresh delicious seafood at prices lower than food carts.
Just take 100 steps on Ninos Heroes south of the Red Light District and check out the food of average.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2404436]Just like in English, there are lots of words for the various types of meats.
So for tacos you have beef, which might be just carne, carne asada, res, birria de res (stewed beef), suadero (a cut of the flank), tripa (intestines), lengua (tongue), cabeza (meat from the head), cachete (cheeks), or more.
Pork may be carnitas, adobado (on the spit), al pastor (marinated with pineapple), barbacoa, chuleta (pork chop).
Chicken is mostly pollo, so that's easy, but you may see tinga (braised thighs).
Don't forget pescado (fish), camarones (shrimp), papas (potato), dorados (fried tacos, similar to taquitos). Fish and shrimp can be empanizado (breaded)[/QUOTE]I think it was the owner an the escort agency (maybe "Cumintj") that used to write on T J Amigos about getting eyeballs as the meat in a taco delicacy. Maybe he called them "ojo"? Or something similar?
On Ninos Heroes, one block South of La Zona Norte and Hong Kong, is the Cathedral with its huge pedestrian plaza. There are many food places and services around that plaza:
Choforo Mariscos is a very good sea food place. A special combination sea food quesadilla, a seafood broth and a soda costs only 55 pesos or about $2. 75. This place has the best seafood. Everything they serve is tasty, delicious.
A sea food place next to the Cathedral has combination of 2 huge shrimp tacos, a broth and a soda costs only 80 pesos or about $3. The shrimp tacos are huge, juicy, delicious; the fish tacos are bland and flat. Our 2 lunches cost 160 pesos. I gave the waitress 40 pesos tip. She was grateful. Both places close about 6 to 7 PM.
The Mercado Municipal next to the church is now mostly tacos shops, crowded with families but prices about double the other 2 shops outside in the plaza.
In the alley next to the Cathedral there are legit massage shops quoted $30 an hour and a barber shop for 25 pesos or about $1. 25 for haircut. The place is nice, clean, the women barbers seem decent people.
These are nice places with good deals to eat, have haircut, massages right outside of the Red Light district, worth checking out in the day time.
From what I understand the folks who work the HK taco stand refer to it themselves as "Tacos Coahuila".
That's definitely my favorite taco spot in Tijuana. And I've been to Tacos El Franc and the Tacos El Gordo on Constitution. But the chica who recommended the HK taco stand to me is telling me her favorite tacos in Tijuana are at Las Ahumaderas. Looked it up and apparently Anthony Bourdain even featured Las Ahumaderas on one of his food episodes. So will definitely check that spot out the next time I'm there.
Spent a half-day in Rosarito the last time I was in Tijuana and checked out a spot called Tacos El Yaqui. Very, very solid. They might have a location in Tijuana though I'm not sure.
Next time I'm in Tijuana I also plan on checking out Mr Pampas and the Telefonica Gastro Park. Any other suggestions are welcome.
BroMou,
Will have to give those others a go. Have been to El Franc where the ambiance is as great as the taco's. Taconazo has two locations, one near Plaza Rio and the other near the dog race track. I really liked their taco's if you get a chance to check out. Telefonica is great with a cool food park type of atmosphere. If looking for any company on food tasting hunt give me a holler.
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[QUOTE=BrotherMouzone;2409738]From what I understand the folks who work the HK taco stand refer to it themselves as "Tacos Coahuila".
That's definitely my favorite taco spot in Tijuana. And I've been to Tacos El Franc and the Tacos El Gordo on Constitution. But the chica who recommended the HK taco stand to me is telling me her favorite tacos in Tijuana are at Las Ahumaderas. Looked it up and apparently Anthony Bourdain even featured Las Ahumaderas on one of his food episodes. So will definitely check that spot out the next time I'm there.
Spent a half-day in Rosarito the last time I was in Tijuana and checked out a spot called Tacos El Yaqui. Very, very solid. They might have a location in Tijuana though I'm not sure.
Next time I'm in Tijuana I also plan on checking out Mr Pampas and the Telefonica Gastro Park. Any other suggestions are welcome.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Goyo61;2409894]BroMou,
Will have to give those others a go. Have been to El Franc where the ambiance is as great as the taco's. Taconazo has two locations, one near Plaza Rio and the other near the dog race track. I really liked their taco's if you get a chance to check out. Telefonica is great with a cool food park type of atmosphere. If looking for any company on food tasting hunt give me a holler.
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I just happened a few minutes ago to come across this article written a couple of years ago about the HK taco stand. It was actually written by the guy who took Anthony Bourdain to Las Ahumaderas for tacos.
[QUOTE=BrotherMouzone;2410550][URL]https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/pgxvam/one-of-the-best-taquerias-in-tijuana-is-surrounded-by-prostitutes-addicts-and-horny-gringos[/URL]
I just happened a few minutes ago to come across this article written a couple of years ago about the HK taco stand. It was actually written by the guy who took Anthony Bourdain to Las Ahumaderas for tacos.[/QUOTE]Great article. Frankly, anybody who says some taqueria has the best tacos in Tijuana is full of shit. There are so many good places you can't count them all. And each place has their own specialty. The asada at one place may be the bomb. But the birria at another is better. And so on.
The taqueria in the article is very good. But, IMO, the one outside Playboy is better, at least for the stuff I like to get. Frankly, I've found many places far outside the Zona that, again IMO, have much better tacos than anything found in the Zona. But, none have the weird melange of assorted weirdos passing by.
Just curious if there are any places that will deliver a pizza to a Zona hotel?
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2411446]Just curious if there are any places that will deliver a pizza to a Zona hotel?[/QUOTE]Across the street from Hotel Hacienda de Santiago around the corner from the Oxxo.
Been in Tijuana for 3 days now. Mongering, eating and gambling. Here's a few observations food wise. Went to El Tucumano Argentine restaurant. Had 3 empanadas (lamb, beef, and salmon). Very tasty went down good and easy. The crust is a little rough. My feeling is they arent as good as empanadas in Buenos Aires but better than Colombian, Peruvian and other So. American countries.
Theres a taco food truck at 7th and Rev. Next to the 7-11. Great pescado tacos, big and tasty, only 20 pesos.
The coffee at Praga is really great. I love it.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;1718435]Some of these pictures are dishes served by Tito's Tacos.
The other fish tacos pictures are from the place right next door (which also serves non-fish main courses).
Can you guess which side-by-side restaurant each dish comes from and what each taco contains?[/QUOTE]I am on a diet. Spare me [URL=https://1080ppornlist.com/].[/URL].
Menudo tends to generate strong reactions. People either love it like I do or find it disgusting. There's usually not a lot of in between. If you are in the love it bucket, I must tell you that Menuderia Jalisco is among the best I've ever had. The owner is a cool Mexican guy named Alvaro who lives in San Diego. He knows Tijuana well so whatever question you have, he'll likely be able to help. With that said, I have no idea whether he's in the hobby so use your discretion. It is an easy walk to the restaurant from Hotel Ticuan.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2413581]Menudo tends to generate strong reactions. People either love it like I do or find it disgusting. There's usually not a lot of in between. If you are in the love it bucket, I must tell you that Menuderia Jalisco is among the best I've ever had. The owner is a cool Mexican guy named Alvaro who lives in San Diego. He knows Tijuana well so whatever question you have, he'll likely be able to help. With that said, I have no idea whether he's in the hobby so use your discretion. It is an easy walk to the restaurant from Hotel Ticuan.[/QUOTE]Starting at the Ticuan, would you walk north, south, east or west to arrive at Menuderia Jalisco?
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2414539]Starting at the Ticuan, would you walk north, south, east or west to arrive at Menuderia Jalisco?[/QUOTE]My I ask what Menudo is or what it is?
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2414539]Starting at the Ticuan, would you walk north, south, east or west to arrive at Menuderia Jalisco?[/QUOTE]If Amnesia is south, then south it is.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2414539]Starting at the Ticuan, would you walk north, south, east or west to arrive at Menuderia Jalisco?[/QUOTE]South three blocks: [URL]https://goo.gl/maps/hx8sh4TBxXW8BGDA7[/URL].
[QUOTE=JabberWock;2414587]My I ask what Menudo is or what it is?[/QUOTE]A picture is worth a thousand words. I took these today.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2415333]A picture is worth a thousand words. I took these today.[/QUOTE]Thanks. Why is it a love or hate relationship?
[QUOTE=JabberWock;2415602]Thanks. Why is it a love or hate relationship?[/QUOTE]Google to see what's in there.
Had the chance to try the Ribeye at Azul Restaurant (above Hong Kong) and I have to say that it was only okay. Not quite up to the American steak standards I am use to at places like Outback Steakhouse and Texas Roadhouse.
I did get the Ribeye from the breakfast menu in the morning, so not sure if the Ribeye off the dinner menu better. May just stick to burgers here on.
Lastly, noticed all restaurants I have visited in Mexico only have can or bottle soda. Is there no fountain soda in Mexico?
[QUOTE=JabberWock;2415602]Thanks. Why is it a love or hate relationship?[/QUOTE]Menudo's main ingredients are beef tripe (cow stomach), broth, hominy, lime, onions, cilantro, oregano, red chili peppers.
I consider eating & enjoying tripe to be somewhat of an acquired taste.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2416876]Menudo's main ingredients are beef tripe (cow stomach), broth, hominy, lime, onions, cilantro, oregano, red chili peppers.
I consider eating & enjoying tripe to be somewhat of an acquired taste.[/QUOTE]I agree with you. I have not acquired a taste for beef tripe. I had enough issues with Hagas in Scotland.
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2411446]Just curious if there are any places that will deliver a pizza to a Zona hotel?[/QUOTE]I believe they have a Dominos that delivers.
[QUOTE=Scbb1;2417005]I believe they have a Dominos that delivers.[/QUOTE]Any of the garage attendants at Hotel Leyva can show you their numerous menus from which they order from. I also think Uber Eats is alive and well just look online via cellphone to see if they deliver from the restaurant you wish to order from.
Recently, I ate several times in the restaurant "Los Panchos" address 885 Avenida Revolucion this is the corner of the street Avenida Revolucion/Tercera (Carillo Puerto) or (Third Street). Menu: "Caldo de Res" beef soup with vegetables and beer was around $ 8, chicken fajitas and beer $ 12 and two fish tacos and beer $ 5. You can eat on the street or inside. Service and food good and there is a restroom at the back. About 10 min. Walk from the Hong Kong club. Avenida Revolucion looked very safe at 9 PM on Saturday. All premises open and many people on the street. Link [URL]http://lospanchostijuana.com/[/URL]#home-slider.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2415333]A picture is worth a thousand words. I took these today.[/QUOTE]Looks very tasty.
On Wednesday around 7 PM after sex in Hong Kong I went to this famous Caesar's restaurant on Avenida Revolucion. I ordered at the bar Caesar's salad, french onion soup and Corona beer. The food was excellent, my bill was $ 15. Weekday afternoon or evening is good for a visit to this restaurant because it is always full on weekends. I will definitely go back to this restaurant again.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2421175]On Wednesday around 7 PM after sex in Hong Kong I went to this famous Caesar's restaurant on Avenida Revolucion. I ordered at the bar Caesar's salad, french onion soup and Corona beer. The food was excellent, my bill was $ 15. Weekday afternoon or evening is good for a visit to this restaurant because it is always full on weekends. I will definitely go back to this restaurant again.[/QUOTE]I just returned from a quick trip to the border Tuesday. My buddy and I got caesers when we first got there and caesers the next day before we left, food and drinks are amazing there.
[QUOTE=OrganicAlo;2421282]I just returned from a quick trip to the border Tuesday[url=http://analpornvideos.xxx/].[/url] My buddy and I got caesers when we first got there and caesers the next day before we left, food and drinks are amazing there.[/QUOTE]Hey,
What do you recommend?
[QUOTE=BealeFay;2421860]What do you recommend?[/QUOTE]I'm not the OP, but I've eaten there. Never had a bad meal, although it is a bit pricey for Tijuana. You pay a premium for the name and location (and the ambiance is admittedly very nice).
The salad is of course the reason anyone knows about the place. If you get the side salad they just bring it out, but if you get the full salad they make it at your table. It is enough to share.
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Their [url=https://i.imgur.com/48nApkQ.jpg]carpaccio[/url] is great as is the shrimp appetizer. I love [url=https://i.imgur.com/F4hxXI0.jpg]bone marrow[/url], but theirs is way overpriced. Still a treat though.
Steaks are always a good choice there. The [url=https://i.imgur.com/Lof6ATE.jpg]peppered ribeye[/url] is good, but I prefer the steak a la Victor. Chateaubriand is very tender, but not much flavor (too lean!). Go with a sauced steak if you can. [url=https://i.imgur.com/e8iYR9i.jpg]Lamb chops[/url] were good, too. My buddy swears by the [url=https://i.imgur.com/69I0SDK.jpg]Beef Wellington[/url], but I avoid carbs so haven't tried it. Others have told me the pasta is very good, and I wish I had a chance to try the duck tortellini before I gave it up.
I was at Caesars on Sunday for a bowl of their tortilla soup which hit the spot as it was rainy and a bit cold that day.
Another thing I love about Caesars is when you go to the rest room they have these great vintage photo's on the walls to check out. Gives a great perspective of what it was like in the hay-day's.
Goyo.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2422248]I'm not the OP, but I've eaten there. Never had a bad meal, although it is a bit pricey for Tijuana. You pay a premium for the name and location (and the ambiance is admittedly very nice).
The salad is of course the reason anyone knows about the place. If you get the side salad they just bring it out, but if you get the full salad they make it at your table. It is enough to share.
[URL=https://imgur.com/32cf3mh][img]http://i.imgur.com/32cf3mh.jpg[/img][/URL]
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Their [url=https://i.imgur.com/48nApkQ.jpg]carpaccio[/url] is great as is the shrimp appetizer. I love [url=https://i.imgur.com/F4hxXI0.jpg]bone marrow[/url], but theirs is way overpriced. Still a treat though.
Steaks are always a good choice there. The [url=https://i.imgur.com/Lof6ATE.jpg]peppered ribeye[/url] is good, but I prefer the steak a la Victor. Chateaubriand is very tender, but not much flavor (too lean!). Go with a sauced steak if you can. [url=https://i.imgur.com/e8iYR9i.jpg]Lamb chops[/url] were good, too. My buddy swears by the [url=https://i.imgur.com/69I0SDK.jpg]Beef Wellington[/url], but I avoid carbs so haven't tried it. Others have told me the pasta is very good, and I wish I had a chance to try the duck tortellini before I gave it up.[/QUOTE]
Its located on Santiago Arguello street, half way between constitution and revolution.
That's a very good deal for tourist area.
There are only 10 or so sea food restaurants in that trinket alley between hotel Nelson and the McDonalds. So what's its name or approx location?
Titos Mariscos on O'Campo and Calle Sexta charges 80 pesos for a whole fried fish, don't know what species, may be a sea bass, with rice, salad and broth, a whole meal. Good deal huh? Look at that menu. But it's far from La Zona.
Cheapest place I found that offer fried whole fish for 100 p.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2423116]That's a very good deal for tourist area.
There are only 10 or so sea food restaurants in that trinket alley between hotel Nelson and the McDonalds. So what's its name or approx location?
Titos Mariscos on O'Campo and Calle Sexta charges 80 pesos for a whole fried fish, don't know what species, may be a sea bass, with rice, salad and broth, a whole meal. Good deal huh? Look at that menu. But it's far from La Zona.
Cheapest place I found that offer fried whole fish for 100 p.[/QUOTE]Which I am not a fan of.
LuvMex.
Not Tilapia. The fish they show in front of the joint were scale-less salt water fish.
I looked up the picture and found a species of white snapper, which as a rock fish, has few bones, sweet meat with chewy texture.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2423116]That's a very good deal for tourist area.
There are only 10 or so sea food restaurants in that trinket alley between hotel Nelson and the McDonalds. So what's its name or approx location?
Titos Mariscos on O'Campo and Calle Sexta charges 80 pesos for a whole fried fish, don't know what species, may be a sea bass, with rice, salad and broth, a whole meal. Good deal huh? Look at that menu. But it's far from La Zona.
Cheapest place I found that offer fried whole fish for 100 p.[/QUOTE]Its located about 20 paces east of McDonalds on the south side of the street.
Luvmex.
That fish looks delicious. Have to try it.
The boys probably has a bigger menu than La Perla.
Cheapest place I found that offer fried whole fish for 100 p.
Its located about 20 paces east of McDonalds on the south side of the street.
I like el museo in front of the arch. It does close early maybe 9 p. But the bar is positioned to watch big screen tv sports, and street, and the beer and food is cheap for revolution prices which is more than the side streets. It also has photos of Tijuana from last 70 years to look at.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2423632]Luvmex.
That fish looks delicious. Have to try it.
The boys probably has a bigger menu than La Perla.
Cheapest place I found that offer fried whole fish for 100 p.
Its located about 20 paces east of McDonalds on the south side of the street.[/QUOTE]"The Boys" I know where this restaurant is on the plaza Santa Cecilia near the Nelson hotel. I guess across the street this club "Hawaii" and others clubs are for gays, I also noticed guys dressed as women, looks like a gay district. BTW on the plaza Santa Cecilia on Saturdays around 6 -7 PM is a free Cumbia music concert.
A very popular place in Tijuana from opening to closing full of people. I was on Wednesday around 9 PM. If you are the first time it can be confusing where to order tacos, what types etc. There are no signs like e. g. Tacos El Gordo in Chula Vista at Broadway where all types of tacos and prices are clearly shown. I ordered 2 tacos carne asada, great taste and very tender meat. Price $ 3 - My Mexican chica accompanying me laughed like crazy because I used a fork and in Mexico, Mexicans only eat tacos with their hands. Now I know it! There is no parking and a bit far from Av. Revolucion but I recommend it because the tacos are great.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2423632]Luvmex.
That fish looks delicious. Have to try it.
The boys probably has a bigger menu than La Perla.
Cheapest place I found that offer fried whole fish for 100 p.
Its located about 20 paces east of McDonalds on the south side of the street.[/QUOTE]Thanks. I'll put it on my list. My typical trip to Tijuana is usually just two days one night and there too many good places to eat and never enough time.
[QUOTE=BealeFay;2421860]Hey,
What do you recommend?[/QUOTE]The steak sandwich for about $7. The margaritas are reasonable, too.
Eagle.
The Boys looks like a good deal for seafood and exposures to Mexican life in the trinket alley.
I used to take my overseas friends to La Perla but it is pretty dead now. Will take them to The Boys instead.
Thanks for a good tips.
StRobert.
Taqueria Franc, Blvrd Gral Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada 9257, Zonaeste, corner of Calle 8.
It has all kinds of tacos, carne asada, abodaba, cabeza, lengua, tripa ect. One of my wingmen is a chef. So we have to check it out soon. I have to find out what the cabeza is all about. It lists no closing time, WTF? It's only 2. 2 Km or about 1. 5 miles, 9 minutes drive from the Hong Kong club. I took the car for an all-day repair job at the Refrractionaries in that area. The easiest way from HK is to go East on Coahuila, South on Madero, East on Calle 4, turn right into Sanchez Taboada, go South a few blocks and it's on the right.
Churrscarria Do Brasil is on Ave de LOS Heroes, about 1 block East of El Franc.
Eagle or LuvMex are right. Have limited time and only so much room in the belly to make these delicious dining choices hehe.
El Gordo. H Street $3 taco.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2424349]It lists no closing time, WTF?[/QUOTE]They close when they run out. And considering the crowds they run out fast.
Osters come in various sizes. I pay 60 to 70 pesos depending on size. The best by the corner on the way to Chicago Club cross the east intersection (south east location). Go early to this location. Lot of drug deals at this location, be alert.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2424728]They close when they run out. And considering the crowds they run out fast.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2424349]StRobert.
Taqueria Franc, Blvrd Gral Rodolfo Snchez Taboada 9257, Zonaeste, corner of Calle 8.
It has all kinds of tacos, carne asada, abodaba, cabeza, lengua, tripa ect. One of my wingmen is a chef. So we have to check it out soon. I have to find out what the cabeza is all about. It lists no closing time, WTF? It's only 2. 2 Km or about 1. 5 miles, 9 minutes drive from the Hong Kong club. I took the car for an all-day repair job at the Refrractionaries in that area. The easiest way from HK is to go East on Coahuila, South on Madero, East on Calle 4, turn right into Sanchez Taboada, go South a few blocks and it's on the right.
Churrscarria Do Brasil is on Ave de LOS Heroes, about 1 block East of El Franc.
Eagle or LuvMex are right. Have limited time and only so much room in the belly to make these delicious dining choices hehe.[/QUOTE]Taqueria Franc.
Taco restaurant.
Address: Blvrd Gral Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada 9257, Zonaeste, 22010 Tijuana, be. See. , Mexico.
Hours:
Tuesday 4 PM–1 AM.
Wednesday 4 PM–1 AM.
Thursday 4 PM–1 AM.
Friday 3 PM–3 AM.
Saturday 3 PM–3 AM.
Sunday Closed.
Monday 4 PM–1 AM link to video filmed in "Taqueria Franc" from 4,45 min to 12 min. [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca0S7h8kBLk[/URL].
One of the most popular and best tacos in the San Diego area is the Tijuana style Tacos "El Gordo" in Chula Vista 556 Broadway. From Interstate 5 exit take "H Street" and drive the car for a few minutes to Broadway and turn right. Parking is free. Link [URL]http://tacoselgordobc.com/[/URL] open Sunday - Thursday 10 AM - 2 AM and Friday, Saturday 10 AM- 4 AM. Tacos price $ 2. 60. They also have good French fries for $ 2. 50. Other location at 689 H Street on line and to go orders only. Other locations of Taco El Gordo are in Las Vegas. I recommend.
Sound7 is right. This street stand has some of the best seafood in Tijuana. I took a few wingmen here. They all like his food:
Shrimp coctele with fresh shrimp, springy and tasty, made with fresh shrimp, not tasteless pre-processed Costco's shrimp.
Various live shellfish, clam, oyster, cockle, en la concha, in coctele or on tostada.
His seafood is fresh; location is cleaner, odorless, well, sometimes you can smell the schoolgirls' fragrance hehe. The other mariscos stand on Ninos Heroes, next to the HK's tacos stand, is filthy, smells horrible of rotten fish, and seafood not fresh.
Another good seafood restaurant is El Choforo on Ninos near the Cathedral, excellent food with prices lower than street stands. I have to try The Boys in the trinket alley.
Raw Osters with lemon. For half dozen plate.
I think I need a lifetime ban from tacos el Gordo LOL. If it's still open I always stop on the way back and stuff my face with the campechana fries and tacos. What an absurd amount of calories. It's a bit odd, there's 2 locations a block away from each other and a third location only about 3 miles away. But yet the rest of SD and LA counties don't get anything. These guys would make a killing if they opened up in LA.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2425284]One of the most popular and best tacos in the San Diego area is the Tijuana style Tacos "El Gordo" in Chula Vista 556 Broadway. From Interstate 5 exit take "H Street" and drive the car for a few minutes to Broadway and turn right. Parking is free. Link [URL]http://tacoselgordobc.com/[/URL] open Sunday - Thursday 10 AM - 2 AM and Friday, Saturday 10 AM- 4 AM. Tacos price $ 2. 60. They also have good French fries for $ 2. 50. Other location at 689 H Street on line and to go orders only. Other locations of Taco El Gordo are in Las Vegas. I recommend.[/QUOTE]I love that place, best al pastor. Had it for my first time in Vegas few years ago and I stop there fairly often before crossing the border.
We should do a little get together at El Gordo to swap mongering adventures and such. Anyone up for it? Never been there so would be good to check out.
Goyo.
Does anyone know any good Mexican food places in Tijuana and around Hong Kong area that serves vegetarian food?
I am thinking like veggie burritos. I do not eat dairy like milk or cheese because of lactose intolerance but I do eat occasional seafood so I am not vegan.
[QUOTE=OrganicAlo;2425413]I love that place, best al pastor[url=https://4kpornindex.com/].[/url] Had it for my first time in Vegas few years ago and I stop there fairly often before crossing the border.[/QUOTE]Support, cool place.
Less than $4. Eat oyster.
If medically approved.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2425339]Sound7 is right. This street stand has some of the best seafood in Tijuana. I took a few wingmen here. They all like his food:
Shrimp coctele with fresh shrimp, springy and tasty, made with fresh shrimp, not tasteless pre-processed Costco's shrimp.
Various live shellfish, clam, oyster, cockle, en la concha, in coctele or on tostada.
His seafood is fresh; location is cleaner, odorless, well, sometimes you can smell the schoolgirls' fragrance hehe. The other mariscos stand on Ninos Heroes, next to the HK's tacos stand, is filthy, smells horrible of rotten fish, and seafood not fresh.
Another good seafood restaurant is El Choforo on Ninos near the Cathedral, excellent food with prices lower than street stands. I have to try The Boys in the trinket alley.
Raw Osters with lemon. For half dozen plate.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=OlderMan4U;2425637]Does anyone know any good Mexican food places in Tijuana and around Hong Kong area that serves vegetarian food?
I am thinking like veggie burritos. I do not eat dairy like milk or cheese because of lactose intolerance but I do eat occasional seafood so I am not vegan.[/QUOTE]There's a taco cart next to La Gloria on the corner of Coahuila and Constitution that does seafood tacos. They grill the shrimp, or can do it batter fried. They usually add cheese, but you can say "no queso por favor". But it sounds like you aren't a hardcore vegetarian so most restaurants there will have some things on the menu. Even Azul, upstairs at the Hong Kong club, could do a veggie pasta or a fish dish. The problem is when vegetarians or vegans need their food prepared in a non-meat kitchen or similar restrictions. What about eggs?
If you can get away from the zona with a short cab or uber ride, you'll find plenty of full vegetarian and vegan restaurants.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2426337]There's a taco cart next to La Gloria on the corner of Coahuila and Constitution that does seafood tacos. They grill the shrimp, or can do it batter fried. They usually add cheese, but you can say "no queso por favor". But it sounds like you aren't a hardcore vegetarian so most restaurants there will have some things on the menu. Even Azul, upstairs at the Hong Kong club, could do a veggie pasta or a fish dish. The problem is when vegetarians or vegans need their food prepared in a non-meat kitchen or similar restrictions. What about eggs?
If you can get away from the zona with a short cab or uber ride, you'll find plenty of full vegetarian and vegan restaurants.[/QUOTE]Thanks I got to try that food cart. Love me shrimp especially if it's grilled. I don't eat much eggs but occasionally am fine with it.
[QUOTE=OlderMan4U;2425637]Does anyone know any good Mexican food places in Tijuana and around Hong Kong area that serves vegetarian food?
I am thinking like veggie burritos. I do not eat dairy like milk or cheese because of lactose intolerance but I do eat occasional seafood so I am not vegan.[/QUOTE]Opposite Hong Kong and Adelita is a small restaurant called if I remember correctly "Sushi One". They serve sushi but also chicken teriyaki you can definitely order rice and vegetables without chicken teriyaki. You can also buy snacks in the "OXXO" mini market opposite Hong Kong.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2423632]Luvmex.
That fish looks delicious. Have to try it.
The boys probably has a bigger menu than La Perla.
Cheapest place I found that offer fried whole fish for 100 p.
Its located about 20 paces east of McDonalds on the south side of the street.[/QUOTE]I went yesterday to this restaurant "The Boys" and ordered chicken teriyaki (tortillas free) and Coca Cola (no beer on the menu) 130 pesos or $ 8. They cook well and it was very good. It looks like local cuisine rather for local customers. I will return there for more.
[QUOTE=OlderMan4U;2425637]Does anyone know any good Mexican food places in Tijuana and around Hong Kong area that serves vegetarian food?
I am thinking like veggie burritos. I do not eat dairy like milk or cheese because of lactose intolerance but I do eat occasional seafood so I am not vegan.[/QUOTE]Funny but I don't often see cheese in authentic Mexican food. I wonder if its really an American thing added to Mexican food on our side of the border.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2428189]Funny but I don't often see cheese in authentic Mexican food. I wonder if its really an American thing added to Mexican food on our side of the border.[/QUOTE]I seem to get a lot of queso blanco served often in Mexican restaurants in Tijuana. When I go into the Sorriano grocery stores I see large quantities and varieties of Mexican brand cheeses they must be selling successfully to Tijuana residents.
A lot of restaurants in Tijuana serve refried beans as a side dish, almost always with a small pinch or two of crumbled white cheese on top (I think that is often called Cotija, and is similar to Parmeson cheese).
Americanized "Mexican Food" in the United States is likely to use cheddar & Monterrey jack cheeses.
I too have noticed that authentic tacos in Mexico do not have cheese, unlike many tacos served in the United States.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2428189]Funny but I don't often see cheese in authentic Mexican food. I wonder if its really an American thing added to Mexican food on our side of the border.[/QUOTE]Slathering dishes with cheddar and jack cheeses is definitely an American thing. But, Mexico has some delicious cheeses. Oaxacan cheese is delicious. You can see the girls "spinning" the big balls of cheese, reminiscent of winding up a ball of yarn, in their street vendor shops. Chihuaua cheese is similar. As SMD said, they put cotija on frijoles and such. It's a Michoacan cheese kinda sorta similar to feta. Sometimes they'll use queso fresco. QF is pretty mild, while cotija is much saltier and stronger tasting. Against all culinary traditions, Mexicans mix cheese and fish quite well. But the whole giant burrito / enchilada thing, covered with red sauce and cheese, is for sure a gringo invention.
BTW, I've not seen cheese in any tacos, but it's common on tortas.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2429508]BTW, I've not seen cheese in any tacos, but it's common on tortas.[/QUOTE]In other parts of Mexico it is very common to order a quesadilla on the street. They are the same as a taco but they grill an open tortilla with cheese before adding the protein. I have yet to see that available in Tijuana.
I am surprised comrade Jackie does not consume a lot of Mexican food. Mexican markets sell may be about 10 different types of cheeses. Mexican tacos is made with only fresh ingredients, no cheese, but quesadillas do have melted white cheese in it, taste like mozarella.
The sea food cart at Bar Gloria serves a shrimp quesadilla, stir-fried shrimp with melted cheese in a soft taco shell. Add cream sauce or salsa as you please. Mexican tacos is made with soft shells while American tacos is made with the crispy corn shell which Mexican call tostada, with ground meats, shredded cheese and sour cream. Got to admit the American tacos taste creamier, better and can be made much quicker with ground meat.
Mexicans serve chopped up seafood, fish, shrimp, octopus and whatever, with salsa on the crispy shell called tostada. One of my wingmen never ate raw seafood, but loves this chopped seafood tostada and consumes large amount each time we are in La Zona. I hate anything chopped or ground up as you don't know what they put in it. I like the shrimp cocteles or shrimp botana, blanched whole shrimp marinated in a vinaigrette with red onion, and hot pepper.
The schoolgirls mariscos cart has fresh seafood. His shrimp cocteles and botanas are probably the freshest and tastiest anywhere, much better than the Mariscos Guerresense cart in Ensenada favored by Anthony Bourdain. A couple Japanese guys living in San Diego would cross the border and buy up his inventory of live clams to take home. The large clams probably cost about $1 a piece in the fish market on calle 6, most time you cannot even find them. He use 4 in a large coctele for 160 pesos so they are not cheap.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2429508]Slathering dishes with cheddar and jack cheeses is definitely an American thing. [/QUOTE]
Lots of Germans settled in Mexico and brought their cheese with them. Agreed that it's not the typical American style of smothering foods with melted yellow cheese, but they do use it quite a bit. You find quesadillas all over, and white cheese is crumbled on all kinds of dishes.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2429508]Against all culinary traditions, Mexicans mix cheese and fish quite well.[/QUOTE]
The taco stand at the corner of Coahuila and Constitution grills up delicious shrimp and cheese for tacos. They can do it breaded or not.
[QUOTE=RikyMichaels7;2353892]You got to try Asian Tasty. Best Chinese food I have ever had. Right across from Ricardo's restaurant on Madero. Wow![/QUOTE]This guy is not kidding. Best Chinese I've ever had. The ambiance is kind of boring (typical strip mall Chinese restaurant) but the food is insane and the portions are gigantic. I brought back 3/4's of my general tsao chicken to Zona Norte and gave it to a particularly fucked up looking homeless guy. He seemed excited to take it but then I watched him stuff it vertically into his roller cart and I suspect it ruined all his clothes leaking everywhere before he had a chance to eat it.
Thanks for the tip Solo. I enjoyed my meal and such a bargain at just 60 pesos for two big shrimp tacos and a Coke.
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2416708] noticed all restaurants I have visited in Mexico only have can or bottle soda. Is there no fountain soda in Mexico?[/QUOTE]I suspect water quality might be an issue.
I have heard good news about Chinese food in Tijuana. Thanks for posting and will need to check out the next time I am down there.
Goyo.
[QUOTE=MoreyKid;2429950]This guy is not kidding. Best Chinese I've ever had. The ambiance is kind of boring (typical strip mall Chinese restaurant) but the food is insane and the portions are gigantic. I brought back 3/4's of my general tsao chicken to Zona Norte and gave it to a particularly fucked up looking homeless guy. He seemed excited to take it but then I watched him stuff it vertically into his roller cart and I suspect it ruined all his clothes leaking everywhere before he had a chance to eat it.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=RikyMichaels7;2353892]You got to try Asian Tasty. Best Chinese food I have ever had. Right across from Ricardo's restaurant on Madero. Wow![/QUOTE]I ate at Asian Tasty today. It was a hit in that their execution is strong. It was a miss that their Mongolian Chicken is battered. Their eggroll was okay. The portions are ridiculous. I have a decent appetite and only ate half but that allowed me to give my leftovers to a homeless grandpa who looked down on his luck.
[QUOTE=Goyo61;2430740]I have heard good news about Chinese food in Tijuana. Thanks for posting and will need to check out the next time I am down there.
Goyo.[/QUOTE]Depends on what you consider "Chinese food. " If your idea is the traditional "chop suey house" style popular with white folks in the 1960's, then it will be great. But I've yet to see anything resembling "authentic" Chinese food in Tijuana, I. E. Stuff I see the actual Chinese eat. No chicken feet, no noodles, no dumplings, and so forth. I can't speak specifically to Asian Tasty, so perhaps it's different. But General Tso's Chicken is an American invention, much like the fortune cookie. Don't get your hopes up.
P.S. - Mexicali has a much larger Chinese population than Tijuana, FWIW, and is reputed to have better Chinese food.
[QUOTE=MoreyKid;2429892]In other parts of Mexico it is very common to order a quesadilla on the street. They are the same as a taco but they grill an open tortilla with cheese before adding the protein. I have yet to see that available in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]The pix are on my phone, so I can't upload one at this moment. They are easy to find, and my friend ordered two last night at Tres Salsas in Las Ahumaderas.
Guy at work just told me about 7 Dreams near Rio Mall to check out. Just wanted to pass on the info in case anyone has heard of it?
Goyo.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2431065]Depends on what you consider "Chinese food. " If your idea is the traditional "chop suey house" style popular with white folks in the 1960's, then it will be great. But I've yet to see anything resembling "authentic" Chinese food in Tijuana, I. E. Stuff I see the actual Chinese eat. No chicken feet, no noodles, no dumplings, and so forth. I can't speak specifically to Asian Tasty, so perhaps it's different. But General Tso's Chicken is an American invention, much like the fortune cookie. Don't get your hopes up.
P.S. - Mexicali has a much larger Chinese population than Tijuana, FWIW, and is reputed to have better Chinese food.[/QUOTE]The funny thing is the fortune inside the cookie is in English. Also, high level, the food is bastardized for the local palate even more so than your typical Chinese restaurant in the States. I can't speak for all several hundred Chinese restaurants in Mexicali, but the one I ate at was pretty authentic with an entire array of noodle soup dishes.
The only Chinese I will eat in Tijuana is at Chan's. It is very expensive but the closest to NYC Chinese food I have found in SD and Tijuana.
The other places are downright disgusting and places get closed down by the health department all the time. Just last week there were closures listed in the local paper.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2431065] Mexicali has a much larger Chinese population than Tijuana, FWIW, and is reputed to have better Chinese food.[/QUOTE]More than that, Mexicali has its own Mexican-Chinese cuisine!
[URL]https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2015/04/16/399637724/the-chinese-mexican-cuisine-born-of-u-s-prejudice[/URL]
Thanks to Solo's recommendation, I went to Mariscos a couple of times and tried some of their dishes.
A) tried the seafood soup, seafood quesadilla and soda combo. For 115 p. Lots of seafood. Good value.
B) the fried fish for 80 p. Delicious and good value.
Just 10 paces east of Mariscos there is a small hole on the wall restaurant.
That serves chicken. 1/4 chicken and sides for only 40 peso.
I was expecting the chicken to be dried out having been on the grill for a long time but was pleasantly surprised, the chicken was tasty and was not dried out.
Good value.
Hi Eagle,
That fried fish with scales and long fins at El Choforo looks like a Tilapia, which has a grassy taste and allegedly a bottom feeder with high contamination content. Will ask them next time.
The fried fish at Titos is a scaleless ocean rock fish with clean, tasty, chewy meat, better value for the same price.
[QUOTE=EagleRoamer;2435398]Just 10 paces east of Mariscos there is a small hole on the wall restaurant.
That serves chicken. 1/4 chicken and sides for only 40 peso.
I was expecting the chicken to be dried out having been on the grill for a long time but was pleasantly surprised, the chicken was tasty and was not dried out.[/QUOTE]Mexicans really really really know how to make chicken.
Jackie,
Mexicans would marinade chicken pieces with salt, sugar, cummin then slow grill them over low heat, like 200 F so fluid does not drip out but is absorbed into the meat and slowly dry out. I have seen fancy US restaurants slow grill quails and pheasants the same way, keeping them over low heat all day until customers order, then quickly searing them to serve.
The Philippinos' way is also very delicious, marinading a few hours then quickly flip whole chicken over high charcoal heat. The meat is juicy and tasty. I was sitting in a shop on Walking Street in LOS Angeles City, ordered half a grill chicken grilled over charcoal on the street, making lots of smoke, eating with white rice, washed down with Man Miguel. It was delicious, ended up eating the whole chicken. You can also use the rotisserie in gas grills. The chicken is self basting so remains juicy and tasty.
I know you pervs only want to talk about girls and sex, sex, sex. But good food is equally important, and most guys in this site don't have anyone cook for them.
Grilling takes longer time and is more suitable for large group of people. It's quicker and tastier to pan fry the chicken in oil and butter.
Slice the chicken about half inch thick. Marinade in the spices you want, roll it in flour then starch, then fry in oil and butter. Frying gives it a creamy taste, smoky flavor and crispy texture. Grilling tends to be plain.
There was an old cart that sold this red sea food soup that would help you recover faster for your next street girl or bar girl. The cart use to be near one end of the street or another. Last time I went to Tijuana, I couldn't find a cart that sold that soup anymore. Does anyone know if there is a cart that sells food or soup that helps you recover faster?
[QUOTE=Duncan216;2447303]There was an old cart that sold this red sea food soup that would help you recover faster for your next street girl or bar girl. The cart use to be near one end of the street or another. Last time I went to Tijuana, I couldn't find a cart that sold that soup anymore. Does anyone know if there is a cart that sells food or soup that helps you recover faster?[/QUOTE]It relocated to the sidewalk in front of the Playboy Mansion.
Duncan.
Try Mexican mariscos coctele, raw oyster, clam, cockles, blanched shrimp or any combination thereof, marinaded in lime juice, hot sauce and salsa. It's reportedly called Mexican Viagra.
The cart at the School Girl corner has very good mariscos, fresh, tasty with added benefits of ogling sexy school girls while you eat hehe.
I usually order a 50-peso shrimp coctele, before hitting the bars. It's delicious and filling, balances out the beers but is light enough so I can do multiple sessions of hand to hand combat with the chicas.
Just a heads up, not a Tijuana regular but did Mon., Tues. Trip. Parked near outlet mall, USA side. Taco Tues. Roach coach truck in lot. $1.50 Tues. Tacos, fish and birrea both excellent, great service, got extras to go at lunchtime and no other customers.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2449943]Came across this article which has the main elements of Medellin mongering in 1 place.
[URL]https://singlemansparadise.com/13-important-tips-for-mongering-in-medellin-colombia/[/URL]..[/QUOTE]Unless the situation changed, I thought Uber was illegal. When I did use them, I was told to be discrete due to cops and taxi drivers.
Cap!
Downtown Centro is very similar to Zona Norte. Food is better in Zona Norte though (Sorry Colombia). But Colombian potatoes are the bomb. Veracruz and Raudal (SW areas near Botero Plaza) are a lot like crusing the Coahuilla alley and streets near Cascadas. If lucky, you will find those gems as I have. If not, then you get the jail baits, trannies, junkies, and etc. Fase Dos, La Isla, and Gustos would be similar to visiting Hong Kong and Adelitas. The biggest difference are the Centro "Pump-and-go" casas in Medellin. Enter a casa, host explains prices which are conveniently posted on the wall, pick a girl from the lineup, pay for time (30 or 60 min), head to room. Tip the girl, and leave. Keep in mind, some casas charge a drink and / or a viewing fee if you don't choose a girl. And New Life exclusively charges by the timer afterwards. I never had a problem paying for my overtime in New Life. Before I went up with a girl, one guy shouted at the cashier for being charged an hour when he wanted 30 minutes. I know it was an hour because I finished a 30 minute session and beers with some Wisconsin mongers.
Went by Tijuana Tillys by the Jai Alai palace this week. Restaurant is selling burritos of various types to go for 20 pesos outside by the front door at the north side of the restaurant. Noticed that there is seating available in front of the Jai Alai Palace to the south side and that another dude was eating a take out meal from Tijuana Tillys, so I bought a machaca burrito and sat down at an empty table next door to eat. Went back a day later and tried their regular breakfast burrito for around 100 pesos plus a OJ and carrot juice Smoothy. If you are looking for a sit down restaurant, this is as close as you can get right now. Good burritos, enchiladas etc with convenient patio seating with a number of tables and seats out through the south door of the restaurant.
[QUOTE=WeKilledKenny;2450043]Food is better in Zona Norte though (Sorry Colombia)[/QUOTE]I disagree. Medellin is a very cosmopolitan city with a huge variety of food choices. It has excellent food that is much less expensive then in Mexico. Not saying Mexican food is not good, I just think the choices and quality were better in Medellin.
Don't go to Costa Rica for the food, though. Horribly expensive and flavorless.
[QUOTE=Travv;2450845]Went by Tijuana Tillys by the Jai Alai palace this week. Restaurant is selling burritos of various types to go for 20 pesos outside by the front door at the north side of the restaurant. Noticed that there is seating available in front of the Jai Alai Palace to the south side and that another dude was eating a take out meal from Tijuana Tillys, so I bought a machaca burrito and sat down at an empty table next door to eat. Went back a day later and tried their regular breakfast burrito for around 100 pesos plus a OJ and carrot juice Smoothy. If you are looking for a sit down restaurant, this is as close as you can get right now. Good burritos, enchiladas etc with convenient patio seating with a number of tables and seats out through the south door of the restaurant.[/QUOTE]Any idea if and when restaurants will re-open?
[QUOTE=DickusMaximus;2450979]I disagree. Medellin is a very cosmopolitan city with a huge variety of food choices. It has excellent food that is much less expensive then in Mexico. Not saying Mexican food is not good, I just think the choices and quality were better in Medellin.
Don't go to Costa Rica for the food, though. Horribly expensive and flavorless.[/QUOTE]It seems odd to argue different types of cuisine. It's like comparing apples and oranges. If you like Mexican food then you'll prefer Tijuana. If you like Colombian food then you'll choose Medellin. I like tacos literally and figuratively so you know my choice. Nothing better than a chicharron taco and a tasty Mexicana taco for my personal taste.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2451038]It seems odd to argue different types of cuisine. It's like comparing apples and oranges. If you like Mexican food then you'll prefer Tijuana. If you like Colombian food then you'll choose Medellin. I like tacos literally and figuratively so you know my choice. Nothing better than a chicharron taco and a tasty Mexicana taco for my personal taste.[/QUOTE]Not trying to argue that Mexican food isn't good and I'm not sure what exactly Colombian food is. My point was there is a huge variety at a good price.
I'll bet we could both agree that the food in Costa Rica sucks, though.
[QUOTE=DickusMaximus;2451174]Not trying to argue that Mexican food isn't good and I'm not sure what exactly Colombian food is. My point was there is a huge variety at a good price.
I'll bet we could both agree that the food in Costa Rica sucks, though.[/QUOTE]This is really interesting to me. I grew up in so cal and have spent time in Mexico, so Mexican food is my idea of home cooking. I never even imagined that food in other parts of Latin America would he different or even worse.
I totally agree with you about variety. If I can get Mexican, Mediterranean, Indian and Japanese all in one city, that's a huge draw.
Cuba, Colombia and Argentina seem to eat Spanish cuisine, which is very bland, not using any spices. The fancy Parilla in BS As would have a dozen carcasses of different animals on standing racks, slowly grilling around a wood fire right behind glass-front windows. They serve grilled meats plain, without even salt or pepper. When you ask for condiments, they look at you like you are crazy. That's their way of enjoying the plain taste and flavor of grilled meat. Got to admit steaks in Argentina are excellent, tender, juicy, creamy, tasty, full of beefy and grassy aromas.
Argentinians mostly meats and empenadas. Restaurants serve mostly meats, very little sea food. After a whole week of meats, I was hungry for sea foods and searched all over BS As, then had to take the train to China town, but also very little sea food.
Right next door, Brazil's cuisine is based on African cuisine; their grilled meats are spicy and tasty. The churrascaria serve hot grilled meats on pokes with all kinds of condiments. Their seafood is also delicious.
Mexican eat grilled meats rolled up in corn tortillas with salsa and condiments. Their meats are usually over grilled to death. The taco al pastor grill marinated pork on a rotating spindle until it sizzles. Surprisingly Mexican seafood is very good, cocteles of raw shell fish in lime juice and salsa, tostada of chopped raw fish on fried tortillas. The best tacos stand is at the Coahuila corner West of HK; s front door. The best sea food stand is at the School Girl corner.
Lots of good food cheap at the Cathedral's plaza, 1 block South of the alley, and in the trinket alley next to hotel Nelson.
From my 3 prior visits to Zona Norte in Tijuana and trying my best to navigate the street level function on Google Maps I don't see any plaza with multiple restaurants 1 block South of the Alley or even 2-3 blocks either direction of the Alley in case I'm getting my North and South mixed up.
Is this plaza of restaurants relatively new? The Google Maps view could be up to 10 years dated. Are all the restaurants under 1 roof or down some narrow alley?
Surrounding the Cathedral Plaza are many restaurants.
My favorite is El Choforo Mariscos at the North East corner, intersection Ninos and Calle 1. Delicious combination seafood quesadilla, broth and sodas for 55 pesos. Cocteles and grilled fish are also good. Across the plaza are a few others, seafood combinations for 40 pesos, but food not fresh or good.
Inside the Mercado Municipal are about 10 tacos places, some serve goat meat and mutton. These places are popular and packed with locals, prices are higher.
The trinket alley next to the Mc Donalds on Calle 1 also has many good restaurants.
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2451246]From my 3 prior visits to Zona Norte in Tijuana and trying my best to navigate the street level function on Google Maps I don't see any plaza with multiple restaurants 1 block South of the Alley or even 2-3 blocks either direction of the Alley in case I'm getting my North and South mixed up.
Is this plaza of restaurants relatively new? The Google Maps view could be up to 10 years dated. Are all the restaurants under 1 roof or down some narrow alley?[/QUOTE]In the Cathedral Plaza to the right of the bathrooms is an indoor food market no windows or doors. You couldn't pay me to eat at one of those places.
There is a bizarre alley / cul de sac of restaurants near the Cathedral. The general experience is like running a gauntlet of "talons" or salesmen. The restaurants at the entrance of the alley get most of the business and the talons who work for them are very insistent you do not go any further to check out the remote restaurants in the back. The "talons" or salesmen trying to get you into their restaurant have the pushy insistent vibe of time share salesmen who are willing to do anything short of killing you and turning you into tacos to get you into their joint. Went there once. . . No repeats. Better off walking to Revo and going to Restaurante 58 or Tijuana Tillys or Ricardos. Much better relaxed vibe.
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2451246]From my 3 prior visits to Zona Norte in Tijuana and trying my best to navigate the street level function on Google Maps I don't see any plaza with multiple restaurants 1 block South of the Alley or even 2-3 blocks either direction of the Alley in case I'm getting my North and South mixed up.
Is this plaza of restaurants relatively new? The Google Maps view could be up to 10 years dated. Are all the restaurants under 1 roof or down some narrow alley?[/QUOTE]
Mercado Municipal is probably the oldest market in Tijuana, right next to the Cathedral. The food court inside has about 10 small restaurants, serving tacos and seafood. There were signs offering Chivos (goat) tacos and birria. We wanted to try those but they were not available. The touts were aggressive, just like those at the trinket alley next to hotel Nelson. Prices are high, about double street prices, but most places were crowded with families and kids, so they must be doing something right or the food good. This place may not be a fancy venue but where you can sample authentic Mexican lifestyles.
If you want food with alcohol on the sidewalk and people watching, the trinket alley is a lively place with about 10 restaurants with large menus of all kinds of Mexican food.
On the Liberty trail near the Wax Museum and Pharmacia Piri there are a couple restaurants with palm-roof palapas on the sidewalk selling 3 tacos for 1 $. It used to be fun eating spicy tacos, flirting with hot meseras, washing down with cold beers on the sidewalk on hot weekends, ogling hotties shopping for trinkets and fake jewelries. The Liberty trail and the Mercado Artesennia used to be crowded with tourists walking across the border, but have gone deserted after about 2008.
[URL]https://www.yahoo.com/news/mexicans-dying-adulterated-alcohol-beer-runs-dry-204445975.html[/URL]
Romáand Ortega, Iván Duarte y Germán Campos AFP May 17,2020, 1:44 PM PDT.
Much of Mexico has run out of beer after factories producing liquor and beer were shut down, along with other non-essential firms (AFP Photo / Rodrigo Arangua).
Mexico's largest beer producers, Grupo Modelo -- which makes the popular Corona beer -- and Heineken, which makes Sol, halted production in early April 2020, leading to beer shortages throughout the country (AFP Photo / Rodrigo Arangua).
The first of at least 121 deaths in recent weeks occurred at the end of April in the western state of Jalisco, almost exactly a month after the government declared a health emergency over the spread of COVID-19.
Much of Mexico has run out of beer after factories producing liquor and beer were shut down, along with other non-essential firms.
Beer stocks were practically depleted within a month, and in some areas the prices of what was left doubled, according to industry sources.
Many of the 53 deaths in central Puebla province have been linked to a wake where people drank moonshine containing methanol -- a wood alcohol that in non-lethal doses can cause blindness and liver damage.
Twenty-three people died in the hours following the gathering in the town of Chiconcuautla, according to authorities.
The town's mayor said the popular "refino" drink, made from sugarcane, had been adulterated.
German Hernandez said his father died after being poisoned by a drink known locally as "tejon" -- a blend of brandy with tejocote fruit (a type of hawthorn), in the Puebla town of Cacaloxuchitl.
"They sell it in the stores, and you can buy it and take it out. My father began trembling and feeling weak. He told us he felt bad, and we took him to the hospital," Hernandez told AFP.
"This has never happened before."
Deaths have also been recorded in the central state of Morelos and Yucatan and Veracruz in the east.
- Mafia trade -.
Gangs specializing in bootleg booze are trying to take advantage of the lack of alternative alcohol sources during the shutdown.
"They usually have very well-structured mafias, and some escape the surveillance of the authorities," Ricardo Cardenas of the Federal Commission for Protection against Sanitary Risks told AFP.
"We presume that, as a result of this shortage and demand being very high, some people are offering or trying to sell methanol instead of ethyl alcohol," said Denis de Santiago, head of Sanitary Risks in Jalisco.
Methanol is used in fuel, solvents and antifreeze.
The country's largest beer producers, Grupo Modelo -- which makes the popular Corona beer -- and Heineken, which makes Sol, halted production in early April.
Alcohol sales have been banned in some states, including Yucatan. In others, alcoholic beverages can only be purchased at certain times.
Some drinks companies have switched production to antibacterial gel that they are donating to the federal government and health workers.
- 'Who would have thought?' -
In Yucatan, where 38 people have died so far, victims unknowingly drank methanol in their usual "pajaretes" -- a common cocktail that includes milk, coffee, vanilla and brand-name sugarcane alcohol.
Humberto Macias, 36, said he saw three of his relatives die within days of each other after drinking a pajarete cocktail, made using a trusted brand of alcohol.
"We had always drunk it, including myself, many people. Who would have thought it was like this?" Macias said.
In the Yucatan peninsula town of Acanceh, seven people have died from alcohol poisoning.
"It's the first time I've heard of a case like this. I don't remember anything similar," the town's mayor Felipe Medina told AFP.
In Veracruz, Morelos and Yucatan, investigators are still trying to determine what drinks the victims consumed.
Does anyone know if Mariscos La Perla is open? It's on the corner diagonally across from HK. Great food if you haven't tried it. Just wondered if anyone going down to Tijuana has seen it open.
Tito's Mariscos and LOS Arco's fish restaurants are open though. Think there is a Tito's branch restaurant within walking distance up toward's the Cathedral to the right. Google for more info.
[QUOTE=DannyDavis;2456315]Does anyone know if Mariscos La Perla is open? It's on the corner diagonally across from HK. Great food if you haven't tried it. Just wondered if anyone going down to Tijuana has seen it open.[/QUOTE]
This breaks my heart. A little excerpt from El Imparcial the local newspaper:
" Restaurateurs ready to reopen 50% of their businesses in BC.
Canirac estimates that 35% of the nearly 10,000 restaurants that operated in the State before the pandemic will never reopen. ".
Yep.
It breaks my heart too that the livelihood and happiness of billions people in the world are ruined by the indiscretion and manipulation by China.
It's sad to see people in Tijuana so glum and hopeless.
This place looks nice; the food looks delicious, huge empanadas for $1, sea foods about $5-8, pastas about $5, Arrachera flank steak about $10. Argentinians are very serious about their beef.
It has 5 star rating from both Tripadvisor and Yelp. Now we don't have to take long-ass flights to Argentina to sample Porteros' food.
Tucumano looks like a nice, exotic place, nearby within 10-minute walk from La Zona, not too expensive, to take your favorite chicas for food, drinks, romance before all out hot, sexy sessions full GFEs in bed. Will try it ASAP. Tijuana is an excellent place for hot girls and good food.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2465535]This place looks nice; the food looks delicious, huge empanadas for $1, sea foods about $5-8, pastas about $5, Arrachera flank steak about $10. Argentinians are very serious about their beef.
It has 5 star rating from both Tripadvisor and Yelp. Now we don't have to take long-ass flights to Argentina to sample Porteros' food.
Tucumano looks like a nice, exotic place, nearby within 10-minute walk from La Zona, not too expensive, to take your favorite chicas for food, drinks, romance before all out hot, sexy sessions full GFEs in bed. Will try it ASAP. Tijuana is an excellent place for hot girls and good food.[/QUOTE]This is the place that Baxter Slade always recommends.
Artiste.
I went off Travv's recommendation. He is known to have better taste and is a more reliable food critic.
Churrascaria Do Brasil opens both locations in Gallerias and Zona Rio today. The new place on Ave de LOS Heroes is across from Rio Mall, within 1 or 2 miles of La Zona. Apparently they spread out tables for social distancing and are anxious to resume business.
This place is a AYCE Brazil grill, serving some of the juiciest, tastiest cuts of beef, pork, mutton and sea food for cheap, like $11 for dinner. I went to a few Churrascaria in Rio, Sao Paolo, LOS Angeles, OC but I think this place serves much juicier and tastier beef and pork. Las Pampas is another Churrascaria nearby but their meats tend to be overcooked and dry.
Who want to go to Tijuana to party and have some hot sex with the honeys, hit Churrascarria Do Brasil for a good meal, then go back to La Zona for more hot sex?
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/churrascariadobrasilmx/[/URL]
Churrascaria Do Brasil July 15,2020.
Thank you very much for all the support and solidarity shown during this new stage we are adapting to, we are proud to inform you that Steak Do Brasil of Galerías Hipódromo officially reopens its doors TOMORROW July 16.
Steak Do Brasil, it's back!
• Help us comply with each of the established hygiene measures and protocols.
Churrascaria Do Brasil July 15 2020.
You can now go to the Rio Zona branch or order at home to enjoy all our cuts and continue living that experience of Brazil as you prefer, complying and following the goal each of the cleaning and hygiene protocols established by the Ministry of Cheers, giving you a ′8242; Safe Table ".
• Free shipping within 7 km round of Churrascaria Do Brazil, Rio Zone.
• Shipping 7 km or more $ 50.00 pesos.
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Thanks Cap. This is definitely on the list of places I intend to try when I'm there in two weeks.
Sounds like a good excuse for an adventure down there. $11. Really? Wow. I got a dentist app coming up in SD so need to stay low and healthy for the next couple weeks but up for it after that.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2467478]Churrascaria Do Brasil opens both locations in Gallerias and Zona Rio today. The new place on Ave de LOS Heroes is across from Rio Mall, within 1 or 2 miles of La Zona. Apparently they spread out tables for social distancing and are anxious to resume business.
This place is a AYCE Brazil grill, serving some of the juiciest, tastiest cuts of beef, pork, mutton and sea food for cheap, like $11 for dinner. I went to a few Churrascaria in Rio, Sao Paolo, LOS Angeles, OC but I think this place serves much juicier and tastier beef and pork. Las Pampas is another Churrascaria nearby but their meats tend to be overcooked and dry.
Who want to go to Tijuana to party and have some hot sex with the honeys, hit Churrascarria Do Brasil for a good meal, then go back to La Zona for more hot sex?
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/churrascariadobrasilmx/[/URL]
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Thanks for sharing. Looks like I'll be heading there, or to Pampas, tonight.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2467478]Churrascaria Do Brasil opens both locations in Gallerias and Zona Rio today. The new place on Ave de LOS Heroes is across from Rio Mall, within 1 or 2 miles of La Zona. Apparently they spread out tables for social distancing and are anxious to resume business.
This place is a AYCE Brazil grill, serving some of the juiciest, tastiest cuts of beef, pork, mutton and sea food for cheap, like $11 for dinner. I went to a few Churrascaria in Rio, Sao Paolo, LOS Angeles, OC but I think this place serves much juicier and tastier beef and pork. Las Pampas is another Churrascaria nearby but their meats tend to be overcooked and dry.
Who want to go to Tijuana to party and have some hot sex with the honeys, hit Churrascarria Do Brasil for a good meal, then go back to La Zona for more hot sex?
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/churrascariadobrasilmx/[/URL]
Churrascaria Do Brasil July 15,2020..[/QUOTE]
You can have free delivery to the hotel in La Zona. Imagine eating up all that juicy and tender meats with you favorite girls in bed hehe.
I suppose you can instruct them to include specific cuts of meats. The picanha top sirloin chunks are juicy and tasty, apparently Brazilians' favorite cut, also filete Mignon, Costilla, Cowboy, lengua ect.
Price is 240 pesos Mon through Friday after 6 PM, 325 pesos on weekend.
You can now go to the Rio Zona branch or order at home to enjoy all our cuts and continue living that experience of Brazil as you prefer, complying and following the goal each of the cleaning and hygiene protocols established by the Ministry of Cheers, giving you a ′8242; Safe Table ".
• Free shipping within 7 km round of Churrascaria Do Brazil, Rio Zone.
• Shipping 7 km or more $ 50.00 pesos.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2467687]You can have free delivery to the hotel in La Zona. Imagine eating up all that juicy and tender meats with you favorite girls in bed hehe.
I suppose you can instruct them to include specific cuts of meats. The picanha top sirloin chunks are juicy and tasty, apparently Brazilians' favorite cut, also filete Mignon, Costilla, Cowboy, lengua ect.
Price is 240 pesos Mon through Friday after 6 PM, 325 pesos on weekend.
You can now go to the Rio Zona branch or order at home to enjoy all our cuts and continue living that experience of Brazil as you prefer, complying and following the goal each of the cleaning and hygiene protocols established by the Ministry of Cheers, giving you a ′8242; Safe Table ".
Free shipping within 7 km round of Churrascaria Do Brazil, Rio Zone.
Shipping 7 km or more $ 50.00 pesos.[/QUOTE]I believe the pricing you mentioned is Monday through Thursday. As for meat in bed, I don't want any other meat in bed but my own so she can be hungry for it. Hehe.
Luvmex,
Hope she doesn't prefer breakfast sausage over a salami hehe.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2467800]Luvmex,
Hope she doesn't prefer breakfast sausage over a salami hehe.[/QUOTE]Regardless what she prefers, she'll get some additional calories from leche. Jajaja!
[URL]https://www.cnn.com/2020/07/25/business/restaurants-reopen-coronavirus-shutdown-trnd/index.html[/URL]
Yikes! Yelp says 60% of restaurant Covid-19 closures are permanent.
By Jay Croft, CNN Updated 2:26 PM ET, Sat July 25,2020.
(CNN) A new national survey spells more bad news for the restaurant industry.
Sixty percent of restaurants that shut down during the pandemic are now closed for good, says the report from Yelp, the online service that provides crowd-sourced reviews.
"The restaurant industry now reflects the highest total business closures, recently surpassing retail," Yelp says.
Many have tried to adapt with online ordering, curbside pickup and home delivery.
As of July 10, Yelp found 26,160 total restaurant closures, an increase of 2,179 since June 15.
Of all the closed restaurants in July, 15,770 have permanently closed (60% accounting for 2,956 more permanent closures, Yelp says. That's a 23% increase since June 15.
Emily Catalon runs [URL]GoodFoodPittsburgh.com[/URL] and has been following opening and closing trends there.
"It is on the brink of devastation, honestly," she told affiliate KDKA.
But the restaurant business is notoriously difficult in ordinary times, too -- with high competition and low profit margins, says Caleb Spivak, whose What Now Media Group covers retail and restaurants via [URL]WhatNowAtlanta.com[/URL] and [URL]WhatNowLosAngeles.com[/URL].
"It's still too early to say for some of them why they permanently closed," Spivak told CNN. "A lot of these restaurants were already struggling. "
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2470197][URL]https://www.cnn.com/2020/07/25/business/restaurants-reopen-coronavirus-shutdown-trnd/index.html[/URL]
Yikes! Yelp says 60% of restaurant Covid-19 closures are permanent.
By Jay Croft, CNN Updated 2:26 PM ET, Sat July 25,2020.
(CNN) A new national survey spells more bad news for the restaurant industry.
Sixty percent of restaurants that shut down during the pandemic are now closed for good, says the report from Yelp, the online service that provides crowd-sourced reviews.
"The restaurant industry now reflects the highest total business closures, recently surpassing retail," Yelp says.
Many have tried to adapt with online ordering, curbside pickup and home delivery.
As of July 10, Yelp found 26,160 total restaurant closures, an increase of 2,179 since June 15.
Of all the closed restaurants in July, 15,770 have permanently closed (60% accounting for 2,956 more permanent closures, Yelp says. That's a 23% increase since June 15.
Emily Catalon runs [URL]GoodFoodPittsburgh.com[/URL] and has been following opening and closing trends there.
"It is on the brink of devastation, honestly," she told affiliate KDKA.
But the restaurant business is notoriously difficult in ordinary times, too -- with high competition and low profit margins, says Caleb Spivak, whose What Now Media Group covers retail and restaurants via [URL]WhatNowAtlanta.com[/URL] and [URL]WhatNowLosAngeles.com[/URL].
"It's still too early to say for some of them why they permanently closed," Spivak told CNN. "A lot of these restaurants were already struggling. "[/QUOTE]Hopefully a new stream of Take Out only places will fill the void. I see many take out places in my area in North County still doing good business.
Wed afternoon restaurants in the trinket alley next to hotel Nelson were all closed. I walked South on Ninos Heroes.
A small restaurant on Ninos serves a delicious Caldo de Rez, soup made with beef ribs and vegetable, but only for breakfast and lunch, not after 1 PM, damn.
At the Cathedral plaza, El Choforo was open. They have ropes across the doors but have dine in. You have to stop, have your temp read and clean your hands with sanitizer before entering. Tables are spaced out, only 6 left, and very few diners.
The seafood here is fresh and tasty, way better than La Perla. Prices are even lower than food stands, combo of 2 shrimp tacos plus a soda for 50 pesos, combo of a large mariscos quesadilla, a cup of consome and a soda, only 55 pesos, shrimp cocteles 50 to 100 pesos, plus other dishes. Their food is fresh, not frozen Costco's. This place is one of my favorites for seafood. I usually buy a few beers from the tienda across the street to drink with their food.
Even small restaurants in Tijuana are well equipped with skin thermometers and hand sanitizers. Tijuana's businesses appear more serious and better equipped to contain the spreading of CoVid-19 compared to Caifornia's.
I haven't been back to this excellent grilled meat feast since CorVid.
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/churrascariadobrasilmx/[/URL]
They are open at both locations. Their facebook says 255-peso VIP special ($12) is available Mon to Thur 6 PM until midnight, only at the Hippodromo location about 2 miles further South on Aquacaliente. The Zona Rio location has outdoor seatings, not sure if it has the VIP special, but full price is only 345 pesos or $15 noon to midnight, so you can have long lunch here.
Their grilled meats are tender, juicy, tasty, full of beef aroma, delicious, better than the places I was in Sao Paulo. The salad bar is excellent fresh vegetables, pastas and different kinds of cheese. We can have AYCE dinner for $12, washing down with cold beers, in between chasing hot girls in La Zona. Any bros want to go, let me know.
I like both Churascaria Do and Mr. Pampas but I'll wait a while before I go back. Be aware that they now both have salad bar attendants. The bar is now roped off and you must stand at a distance and wait for the attendant to come by. You then walk around the bar and tell the attendant which items you wish for him to put on your plate. It's a PIA now. Meat is still good though, better at Churascaria in Hipodromo.
Can you imagine the uproar if a restaurant in the US tried to charge more for men than for women? I remember when a catering company got in trouble because they had two different options for events: $10 per person for regular meals or $12 per person for larger portions. They recommended the larger portions for groups with a lot of men, and some people took that to mean they were charging men more. They got so much hate and bad press they had to shut down.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2478857]Can you imagine the uproar if a restaurant in the US tried to charge more for men than for women? [/QUOTE]Like a bar & grill with free admission or discounted drinks for women on ladies night?
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2478862]Like a bar & grill with free admission or discounted drinks for women on ladies night?[/QUOTE]Ladies night is already problematic for a lot of places -- [URL=https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/04/should-men-pay-more-at-all-you-can-eat-buffets/360393/]even illegal in some states[/URL]. But I'm talking about an actual menu item in a restaurant with two different prices listed. I've never seen that in the US. I'd love to see a Jack Sprat-type couple go in, where a scrawny guy had to pay more while his wife ate an entire water buffalo worth of meat. Maybe they should charge customers by the pound?
A few cheap guys may have entertained the idea of a sex change to cash in on women's discounts at bars, clubs, restaurants.
To escape So Cal's CoVid boredom, we are going down to Tijuana for dinner at Churrascaria do Brasil.
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ-zmlJINdE[/URL]
Will pop a couple girls, go to dinner for all those sweet meats, then come back popping a few more sweet girls.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2479136]To escape So Cal's CoVid boredom, we are going down to Tijuana for dinner at Churrascaria do Brasil.
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ-zmlJINdE[/URL]
Will pop a couple girls, go to dinner for all those sweet meats, then come back popping a few more sweet girls.[/QUOTE]I planned on trying to make it down tomorrow, any chance you will be in the area tomorrow? For me to try and get there today would be a bit tough.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2478791]I haven't been back to this excellent grilled meat feast since CorVid. [/QUOTE][URL]https://www.facebook.com/churrascariadobrasilmx/[/URL]
Wow, How did I not know about this place 4 min from my Doctor? Might have to try it out next weekend.
Slicknaz.
We are going Sunday afternoon for dinner, after church, lengthy confessions, hang out in clubs, suck down beers, cruise streets, pop a few girls ect. , get ready for a big feast.
If you are around Sunday afternoon, you are welcomed to join us for a seriously delicious feast of grilled meats and seafood.
I planned on trying to make it down tomorrow, any chance you will be in the area tomorrow? For me to try and get there today would be a bit tough.
[QUOTE=Slicknaz;2479144]I planned on trying to make it down tomorrow, any chance you will be in the area tomorrow? For me to try and get there today would be a bit tough.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2479180]Slicknaz.
We are going Sunday afternoon for dinner, after church, lengthy confessions, hang out in clubs, suck down beers, cruise streets, pop a few girls ect. , get ready for a big feast.
If you are around Sunday afternoon, you are welcomed to join us for a seriously delicious feast of grilled meats and seafood.
I planned on trying to make it down tomorrow, any chance you will be in the area tomorrow? For me to try and get there today would be a bit tough.[/QUOTE]I will be around for a few hours Sunday maybe I can make it by. What time are you thinking about having dinner? I'll be with a friend and wearing red and gray if I'm able to make it.
Sorry your post was too late. You should get the membership so PM will go instantly.
I went with a bro 6 PM for the best selection. The third guy chickened out, preferred communal dinner of fish tacos with street girls on Consitucion.
We changed into long pants and polo shirts to meet the dress code. The place is on Paseos de LOS Heroes, opposite Zona Rio mall, at the rotary of the V monument, about 1 mile from La Zona, Gave the car to valet parking. He called ahead to the head waitress, 5 minutes wait. The place was nice, clean, classy, tables have been placed 6 feet apart including those in the veranda looking out to the V monument. There were about 30 people including a few families with kids. The salad buffet had been roped off with attendants serving your plates. It was not as varied and abundant as in the past.
We ordered beers and started to get meats servings. There were many cuts of beef, pork, chicken and seafood. The meats were tender, tasty and delicious. We ate a lot. However, before CoVid the scene was far livelier with lots more diners and waiters frequently serving more cuts of meats. Quality and variety did go down with fewer diners and smaller operation. Also they were playing a thumping dance music fairly loud on speakers, very annoying compared to the classic live string quartets playing love music. I missed the excellent food and classy experiences in both Churras and Mr Pampas pre CoVid.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2479782]Sorry your post was too late. You should get the membership so PM will go instantly.
I went with a bro 6 PM for the best selection. The third guy chickened out, preferred communal dinner of fish tacos with street girls on Consitucion.
We changed into long pants and polo shirts to meet the dress code. The place is on Paseos de LOS Heroes, opposite Zona Rio mall, at the rotary of the V monument, about 1 mile from La Zona, Gave the car to valet parking. He called ahead to the head waitress, 5 minutes wait. The place was nice, clean, classy, tables have been placed 6 feet apart including those in the veranda looking out to the V monument. There were about 30 people including a few families with kids. The salad buffet had been roped off with attendants serving your plates. It was not as varied and abundant as in the past.
We ordered beers and started to get meats servings. There were many cuts of beef, pork, chicken and seafood. The meats were tender, tasty and delicious. We ate a lot. However, before CoVid the scene was far livelier with lots more diners and waiters frequently serving more cuts of meats. Quality and variety did go down with fewer diners and smaller operation. Also they were playing a thumping dance music fairly loud on speakers, very annoying compared to the classic live string quartets playing love music. I missed the excellent food and classy experiences in both Churras and Mr Pampas pre CoVid.[/QUOTE]There's a dress code there? I recall going on Sunday night this past July 4th weekend close to their closing time with a t-shirt and shorts on and it was all good. Went to the same location you went to also, basically across the street from the Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT).
BrotherMouzone.
The place is described as trendy and upscale where upper-crust Mexicans and families dress up and go for special occasions. Their web site does list dress code as "smart casuals."
Nice, clean shorts and T-shirts are OK, as long as you don't disrespect the rest of the clienteles with shabby clothes like cholos.
Churrasscaria do Brasil charges only 45 pesos for premium beers and has a long list of good wines from $15 to $50 a bottle, very good deals.
But last Sunday the meats were not fresh and sweet with beefy aromas. I could smell spoiling odors and taste the sour taste of spoiled meats. The grilled octopus was mushy and tasteless like they had been boiled, not grilled. They should be crunchy, chewy and sweet tasting with a star anise aroma. The salad bar was small, cheap and had run out of most items by 6 PM. I was very disappointed. Perhaps low attendance due to CoVid has reduced their quality.
PreCovid Mr Pampas had a much larger salad bar with lots of expensive ingredients, a whole prosciutto, all kinds of deli meats and cheeses, steak tartare, soups, vegetables and salad of all kinds. I just love the grilled octopus here, crunchy, chewy, tasty just like in Greek cuisine. Their roast pork was also a lot better. My only complaint was, their beef tended to be well-done and dry the way Mexicans like to eat. But that problem can be fixed. I just have to order the cuts I like, filet migon, picanha, rib eye ect and tell them to do it medium rare "Medio raro." Azul's used to grill their rib eyed to well-done and dry then deliver them whole with plastic utensils. They expected us to eat the whole steak with our hands like Fred Flinstone while sitting with the fine senoritas. I returned their steaks a couple times. After that they grilled to medium rare and cut them up as ordered.
Will go to Mr. Pampas next time and insist on "medio raro" everything.
Azul's does not serve fresh squeezed orange juice. I stated previously that I'd drank fresh squeezed orange juice at azuls but I've since confirmed with Azul staff that the OJ is in fact regular, not fresh squeezed, store bought juice.
I don't why I initially thought it was fresh squeezed. I thought a mesero told me it was fresh squeezed so I either misunderstood him or he lied to me.
Jinxx also wants milk fresh squeezed from putas' tits.
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Orange Juice.
It has been a couple of months since their has been a post in the food blog section, so thought I'd start a post to see what food options are post-covid.
Does it seem that most of the food carts are still around? Any sell things other than tacos, like hamburgers?
Has anyone tried the Sports Bar across the street from La Marquees a. La mia Amors or something?
I really like the chips & salsa at Al Capones (Chicago Club) - Azul may beat them at everything else, but Capones had the better salsa. Azul tacos are good, but I think there a good 5 pesos more than any of the other taco stands.
The hot dog stand next to HK's taco cart makes a huge, very juicy and tasty cheeseburger with bacon, fried onion ect for about 50 pesos. It's a very tasty cheeseburger. His bacon-wrapped hot dogs are also good for 25 pesos.
One night I was waiting for him to cook my hot dog when a nice, clean, chubby boy, about 8 YO, came over, leaned on the cart, fixated his eyes on the sizzling hot dogs for a long time with undivided attention. He looked very hungry to me so I asked the hot dog guy what he wanted. He said "he wants to eat!."
I bought him a hot dog. He quickly loaded it with lots of condiments, took it back to the wall, gulped it down quickly, never looked up.
[QUOTE=Rainman306;2503157]It has been a couple of months since their has been a post in the food blog section, so thought I'd start a post to see what food options are post-covid.
Does it seem that most of the food carts are still around? Any sell things other than tacos, like hamburgers?
Has anyone tried the Sports Bar across the street from La Marquees a. La mia Amors or something?[/QUOTE]Street hamburgers in Tijuana are not beef. They're made of cheap soy or other filler content. You can tell because there is no grease when they are grilled. And they taste like shit. Disgusting. Hot dogs are even worse. Hot dog meat, even premium brands, is very low quality meat to begin with. Tijuana street hot dogs I can only imagine what's in them. They taste more like gelatin and salt along with some meat flavoring molded into a paste. You can just tell that the quality is dismal. I'd imagine they're made with a high content of anus meat, lips, blood, feet, tumors, fat, etc. I would avoid.
I went to Churrasscaria earlier this year. Nice place, but they ignored me after the meat servers all came after the servers came around once.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2480698]Churrasscaria do Brasil charges only 45 pesos for premium beers and has a long list of good wines from $15 to $50 a bottle, very good deals.
But last Sunday the meats were not fresh and sweet with beefy aromas. I could smell spoiling odors and taste the sour taste of spoiled meats. The grilled octopus was mushy and tasteless like they had been boiled, not grilled. They should be crunchy, chewy and sweet tasting with a star anise aroma. The salad bar was small, cheap and had run out of most items by 6 PM. I was very disappointed. Perhaps low attendance due to CoVid has reduced their quality.
PreCovid Mr Pampas had a much larger salad bar with lots of expensive ingredients, a whole prosciutto, all kinds of deli meats and cheeses, steak tartare, soups, vegetables and salad of all kinds. I just love the grilled octopus here, crunchy, chewy, tasty just like in Greek cuisine. Their roast pork was also a lot better. My only complaint was, their beef tended to be well-done and dry the way Mexicans like to eat. But that problem can be fixed. I just have to order the cuts I like, filet migon, picanha, rib eye ect and tell them to do it medium rare "Medio raro." Azul's used to grill their rib eyed to well-done and dry then deliver them whole with plastic utensils. They expected us to eat the whole steak with our hands like Fred Flinstone while sitting with the fine senoritas. I returned their steaks a couple times. After that they grilled to medium rare and cut them up as ordered.
Will go to Mr. Pampas next time and insist on "medio raro" everything.[/QUOTE]
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I went to Caesar's yesterday had the salad and the ribeye thought it was good not great also they went skimpy on the sides so I didn't much enjoy it.
About a block and a half away from Ticuan has some delicious tacos. I took one of my dates there and she loved them.
Ordered the 450 g rib eye from Azul for 300 pesos. This is supposed to be a 1 pound rib eye. What I received looked like a 1/2 pound top sirloin thin cut. Pre-pandemic rib eye was actually a 1 pound thick rib eye. The current "450 g rib-eye" is bullshit. This is the second time they pull this switch-a-roo BS and I recommend everyone to skip the Azul steaks until they get their act together. Do not order Azul steaks.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2507015]Ordered the 450 g rib eye from Azul for 300 pesos. This is supposed to be a 1 pound rib eye. What I received looked like a 1/2 pound top sirloin thin cut. Pre-pandemic rib eye was actually a 1 pound thick rib eye. The current "450 g rib-eye" is bullshit. This is the second time they pull this switch-a-roo BS and I recommend everyone to skip the Azul steaks until they get their act together. Do not order Azul steaks.[/QUOTE]Azul food was never particular good, even pre-pandemic. So many better options for quality food in Tijuana. Proximity to HK club is the only reason for eating at Azul.
Jackie is right, Azul's rib eye is a lot smaller and thinner now. La Zona is going to pot!
I have the feeling Jackie did not share any bite with the chicas.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2507015]Ordered the 450 g rib eye from Azul for 300 pesos. This is supposed to be a 1 pound rib eye. What I received looked like a 1/2 pound top sirloin thin cut. Pre-pandemic rib eye was actually a 1 pound thick rib eye. The current "450 g rib-eye" is bullshit. This is the second time they pull this switch-a-roo BS and I recommend everyone to skip the Azul steaks until they get their act together. Do not order Azul steaks.[/QUOTE]Have you seen the price of beef lately? All restaurants are faced with either significantly raising their prices or reducing portion size. Sometimes both. Azul may also be lying on their menu, and most drunk gringos couldn't tell the difference between rib eye and shoe leather. :D Regardless, restaurants everywhere that serve beef are faced with seriously escalating costs.
Pre Covid, the Desayuno Ranchero at Azul was machaca, tortillas, guacamole, beans and rice, plus fruit and waffle. Now the fruit and waffle are gone and you have to request guacamole or it will not be there, though it is still listed as included on the menu. Last time I ordered this, the guac wasn't there, replaced with avocado slices like a garnish. Similar to other Azul breakfast items like the Desayuno Americano, the serving size has shrunk and the fruit and waffle is gone. Restaurants are hurting financially so I am not surprised.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2507340]Have you seen the price of beef lately? All restaurants are faced with either significantly raising their prices or reducing portion size. Sometimes both. Azul may also be lying on their menu, and most drunk gringos couldn't tell the difference between rib eye and shoe leather. :D Regardless, restaurants everywhere that serve beef are faced with seriously escalating costs.[/QUOTE]
4-5 years ago, there were some mongers raving about Azul's new Ribeye with Jack Daniels sauce. So one night I decided to order it. The steak was thin and Alpo quality. The sauce was absolutely disgusting. It was runny watered down teriyaki with a splash of Jack Daniels served in a plastic ramekin. Azul's only function is to fill the stomach to avoid death from hunger. Do not expect anything above barely palatable.
[QUOTE=ClamSlammer;2507527]4-5 years ago, there were some mongers raving about Azul's new Ribeye with Jack Daniels sauce. So one night I decided to order it. The steak was thin and Alpo quality. The sauce was absolutely disgusting. It was runny watered down teriyaki with a splash of Jack Daniels served in a plastic ramekin. Azul's only function is to fill the stomach to avoid death from hunger. Do not expect anything above barely palatable.[/QUOTE]I'll agree with you about the steak (their version of a steak). Azul is a place where you no longer desire tacos, nor wanting to venture out 5 blocks. Had instant coffee brought out to me one night, and it wasn't hot water mixed with instant coffee. It was here's your coffee (Folger bottle), hot water and a spoon, good luck. LOL.
[QUOTE=CheckMate1;2507656]I'll agree with you about the steak (their version of a steak). Azul is a place where you no longer desire tacos, nor wanting to venture out 5 blocks. Had instant coffee brought out to me one night, and it wasn't hot water mixed with instant coffee. It was here's your coffee (Folger bottle), hot water and a spoon, good luck. LOL.[/QUOTE]The vast majority of restaurants in Tijuana offer a jar of instant coffee instead of brewed coffee. Just imagine how many times this exact scenario has happened with that jar of instant coffee at Azul:
1. Monger takes spoon and scoops up a spoonful.
2. Monger dumps coffee powder into mug of hot water.
3. Monger stirs mug of hot water and coffee.
4. Monger finishes stirring and inserts spoon in mouth to taste.
5. Monger decides coffee is too weak and scoops more coffee with spoon that just left his mouth.
Now imagine the monger's activities before settling at Azul.
Sucked on tits of a puta that were previously ejaculated on my another monger. Thus introducing microscopic traces of semen and possibly chlamydia, genital herpes, gonorrhea, HIV, HPV, pubic lice, syphilis, etc into his saliva which later ends up on the spoon, the jar of instant coffee, then later the coffee of another monger.
Many restaurants in the USA are taking "shortcuts" too on food. Using lesser quality beef, shrinking portion size, using cheap quality French fries.
For the most part, food quality, at least in North America is getting worse.
[QUOTE=Ctytek;2507133]Azul food was never particular good, even pre-pandemic. So many better options for quality food in Tijuana. Proximity to HK club is the only reason for eating at Azul.[/QUOTE]I wish all the guys could of experienced the old Azul 5 years ago. It was just downstairs I believe. You walk in, sit at a booth, and almost always HK chicks in robes come sit next to you. Some were friendly. Now you are eating with beautiful woman in robes and not paying them. Sometimes you get phone numbers.
I'm looking for a Spanish restaurant in Tijuana. Specifically one that serves paella. One of my favorite dishes. I will be in Tijuana next month. Anybody know of one.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2508181]I'm looking for a Spanish restaurant in Tijuana. Specifically one that serves paella. One of my favorite dishes. I will be in Tijuana next month. Anybody know of one.[/QUOTE]There are 3. The one I highly recommend is around the corner from Soriana on Sanchez Taboada. On the little side street in back. It is jam packed for lunch so be advised. Don't know if it is open these days.
Chiki Jai on 7th between Revo and Cons is also recommended.
IMO pallea is never good in Tijuana. It costs too much money to do it right. Sometimes you get good shrimp on it and one clam or different variations of "just passing" but I have never had a fabulous paella in Tijuana even during the festivals they used to have on Revolucion. Paella is for ocean living IMO not Tijuana.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2508242]There are 3. The one I highly recommend is around the corner from Soriana on Sanchez Taboada. On the little side street in back. It is jam packed for lunch so be advised. Don't know if it is open these days.
Chiki Jai on 7th between Revo and Cons is also recommended.
IMO pallea is never good in Tijuana. It costs too much money to do it right. Sometimes you get good shrimp on it and one clam or different variations of "just passing" but I have never had a fabulous paella in Tijuana even during the festivals they used to have on Revolucion. Paella is for ocean living IMO not Tijuana.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info Artisttyp.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2508242]There are 3. The one I highly recommend is around the corner from Soriana on Sanchez Taboada. On the little side street in back. It is jam packed for lunch so be advised. Don't know if it is open these days.
Chiki Jai on 7th between Revo and Cons is also recommended.
IMO pallea is never good in Tijuana. It costs too much money to do it right. Sometimes you get good shrimp on it and one clam or different variations of "just passing" but I have never had a fabulous paella in Tijuana even during the festivals they used to have on Revolucion. Paella is for ocean living IMO not Tijuana.[/QUOTE]I will add on my favorite; Lorca. To me, it's the best paella in Tijuana.
[QUOTE=TomJackin;2508321]I will add on my favorite; Lorca. To me, it's the best paella in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]Where is Lorca located. What street.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2508696]Where is Lorca located. What street.[/QUOTE]Welcome to February 8, 2005.
[URL]https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lorca[/URL]+Restaurante+Espa%C3%B1 ol / at 32.521656,-117.030014,17 z / data=!3 m1!4 b1!4 m5!3 m4!1 s0 x80 d9484 c6 b5 d47 f5:0 x3 cbd0158 d06 efe97!8 m2!3 d32.521656!4 d-117.030014?hl=en.
[QUOTE=SpeedToys;2508700]Welcome to February 8, 2005.
[URL]https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lorca[/URL]+Restaurante+Espa%C3%B1 ol / at 32.521656,-117.030014,17 z / data=!3 m1!4 b1!4 m5!3 m4!1 s0 x80 d9484 c6 b5 d47 f5:0 x3 cbd0158 d06 efe97!8 m2!3 d32.521656!4 d-117.030014?hl=en.[/QUOTE]Think your map went to Pacific Beach. Try this one:
[URL]https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lorca[/URL]+Restaurante+Espa%C3%B1 ol / at 32.521656,-117.030014,15 z / data=!4 m5!3 m4!1 s0 x0:0 x3 cbd0158 d06 efe97!8 m2!3 d32.521656!4 d-117.030014.
I'll second what Artsy said. Tijuana paella isn't all that good. Back when they had the paella festivals there were lots of places competing, but few restaurants have it on their menus. Chiki Jai has decent paella. TomJackin is right, Lorca's is better. Another place with decent paella is La Paella de Alicia, which specializes in, wait for it... Paella! It's kind of out of the way. It's over towards Galeria Hipodromo. The address is Ave. Las Ferias, Lomas 12713, Hipodromo Dos, 22195. They have like a 4. 5 star rating on Yelp. I've had paella at all three and theirs gives Lorca a run for their money. It's a very small place and does a LOT of takeout.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2508181]I'm looking for a Spanish restaurant in Tijuana. Specifically one that serves paella. One of my favorite dishes. I will be in Tijuana next month. Anybody know of one.[/QUOTE]I went to Chiki Jai once, before they relocated across the street. The paella was horrible. If Banquet or Stouffer's offered a frozen paella, that would be it. Alicia is OK, better than Chiki but just average. In Villa Floresta, which is a couple miles past Siglo XXI on Blvd Agua Caliente, there is a paella cart, which is the best paella I've had in Tijuana. Cheap too. I've never been to Lorca though, been meaning to try it but never got the chance.
Well you guys have given me some good Paella ideas for my next trip to Tijuana.
Theres a place in Cali I used to go to that had a half way decent Paella, but ID tell the cook to throw in some xtra shrimp and langostinos. He'd charge me a little bit more. I like the bed of rice with some veggie stuff thrown in plus the clams, shrimp, and any other seafood they can come up with.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2508913]Well you guys have given me some good Paella ideas for my next trip to Tijuana.
Theres a place in Cali I used to go to that had a half way decent Paella, but ID tell the cook to throw in some xtra shrimp and langostinos. He'd charge me a little bit more. I like the bed of rice with some veggie stuff thrown in plus the clams, shrimp, and any other seafood they can come up with.[/QUOTE]Here is a couple of pics of the chow at Lorca.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2508913]Well you guys have given me some good Paella ideas for my next trip to Tijuana.
Theres a place in Cali I used to go to that had a half way decent Paella, but ID tell the cook to throw in some xtra shrimp and langostinos. He'd charge me a little bit more. I like the bed of rice with some veggie stuff thrown in plus the clams, shrimp, and any other seafood they can come up with.[/QUOTE]This is a place I highly recommend for Spanish food. Not widely known.
Asador Pamplona.
4. 5.
513 Google reviews.
$$Spanish restaurant.
Dine-in Takeout Delivery.
A 3-min walk from LionFish.
Address: Calle Rio Suchiate 1100, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, 22015 Tijuana, be. See. , Mexico.
Hours:
Open ⋅ Closes 9 PM.
Updated by business 2 weeks ago.
Phone: +52 664 681 8888.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2508964]This is a place I highly recommend for Spanish food. Not widely known.
Asador Pamplona.
4. 5.
513 Google reviews.
$$Spanish restaurant.
Dine-in Takeout Delivery.
A 3-min walk from LionFish.
Address: Calle Rio Suchiate 1100, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, 22015 Tijuana, be. See. , Mexico.
Hours:
Open ⋅ Closes 9 PM.
Updated by business 2 weeks ago.
Phone: +52 664 681 8888.[/QUOTE]Thanks!! I go past Lionfish frequently. I'll make sure we give this a try next week.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2508966]Thanks!! I go past Lionfish frequently. I'll make sure we give this a try next week.[/QUOTE]Great.
If you like Sopa de Ajo they do a really good job with it here. They add a fried egg and sausage to it which was an amazing experience for my tastebuds.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2508964]This is a place I highly recommend for Spanish food. Not widely known.
Asador Pamplona..[/QUOTE]Thanks! I hope to check out the place in the near (future.
[QUOTE=TomJackin;2509211]Thanks! I hope to check out the place in the near (future.[/QUOTE]Payback for the great place you turned me onto in Lima. I could have eaten there every night and came out on top.
Sunday afternoon, the wind was cold, street girls were shivering in their skimpy clothes. One hot babe at hotel Ibiza in her fish net bikini was shaking, raising goose bumps, her skin was turning purple. Poor girls. On the way to Chicago Club, walked past rest Al Capone, saw a sign for Caldo de Rez meal for 65 pesos or about $3. 50. Just love some hot soup on a cold day.
Al Capone has changed ownership many times. People would rent the place, serve their menus, could not do enough business to make profit, closed down after a couple months. A few years back when time was good, half dozen Chicago girls would hang out here and have their meals in their yellow robes.
Chef Jose keeps his restaurant nice, spotless clean, serving a menu of Mexican dishes, hamburger and pastas. Ordered the Caldo de Rez, which is a beef soup in clear broth with vegetables. He had no beers so I walked around the corner to buy a couple from the little shop. He brought out a large bowl of hot soup with chunks of beef shank and fresh vegetables, served with rice, tortilla, chips and salsa. The beef shank was cooked just right, still chewy, tasteful and flavorful, broth was delicious with nice, clean beefy flavor. Vegetables were properly cooked, still crunchy and fresh. I tried to make this soup at home, but his soup is just far superior to any place I've had, including fancy restaurants.
I really like this nice, clean place to sit and eat, enjoyed the soup to the last drop. Recommended.
I had a taco last night and they charged me 50 peso's. I last few times they charged me 20 peso's. 50 peso's is $2. 50. This seems excessive for such a small taco.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2515305]I had a taco last night and they charged me 50 peso's. I last few times they charged me 20 peso's. 50 peso's is $2.50. This seems excessive for such a small taco.[/QUOTE]Their tacos are not 50 MX pesos.
Hargow,
For convenience, call this taco stand the HK taco stand.
Taco abodaba costs 25 pesos or $1.25 at this stand. Sopa de rez costs 30 pesos or $1.50. Don't know which tacos you ordered, but nothing costs 50 pesos at this stand.
I had a taco last night and they charged me 50 peso's. I last few times they charged me 20 peso's. 50 peso's is $2.50. This seems excessive for such a small taco.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2515384]Hargow,
For convenience, call this taco stand the HK taco stand.
Taco abodaba costs 25 pesos or $1.25 at this stand. Sopa de rez costs 30 pesos or $1.50. Don't know which tacos you ordered, but nothing costs 50 pesos at this stand.
I had a taco last night and they charged me 50 peso's. I last few times they charged me 20 peso's. 50 peso's is $2.50. This seems excessive for such a small taco.[/QUOTE]I think the tacos on and. Hero and Coahuila is good and pretty much a staple in that center. However, for those who wants to venture out a little, go to the end of Coahuila and Arias Bernal cross street (very shady / dangerous area at night, ok during the day), they make outstanding tacos and really cheap, super friendly workers there. Again, very shady area (Castillo), at any given time you dine there, you'll probably dine with Policia Federal.
Adventure level: 5-7 during the day; 11 at night (dark).
Wow checkmate,
Looks like you are a local. A wingman claimed he knew the best taco shop in town and drove us to this corner late one night. The whole area was pitch black and shops were closed.
Google map shows Tacos Guanajuato at that corner, about 6 blocks and 1 mile West of HK. The tacos look huge and delicious, worth trying out one day. I like a place to sit down while I eat. Would be good to wash down the tacos with a few cervezas.
At that corner a shop is shown as "Hong Kong Take Out. " What are there to take out? Hot chicas?
[QUOTE=CheckMate1;2515491]I think the tacos on and. Hero and Coahuila is good and pretty much a staple in that center. However, for those who wants to venture out a little, go to the end of Coahuila and Arias Bernal cross street (very shady / dangerous area at night, ok during the day), they make outstanding tacos and really cheap, super friendly workers there. Again, very shady area (Castillo), at any given time you dine there, you'll probably dine with Policia Federal.
Adventure level: 5-7 during the day; 11 at night (dark).[/QUOTE]LOL You are brave! I have never been through there during the day. I've gone through there at night twice, in a car. That is one scary place! As Checkmate said, avoid that place at night at all costs.
If anyone is in town and would like to get out of the zona and grab a bite to eat with me at any of Tijuana's great vegan restaurants shoot me a pm. I also know places that accommodate both vegan and non-vegan diet. I love going to these restaurants because it gives me a chance to scope out the local upscale women.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2515551]If anyone is in town and would like to get out of the zona and grab a bite to eat with me at any of Tijuana's great vegan restaurants shoot me a pm. I also know places that accommodate both vegan and non-vegan diet. I love going to these restaurants because it gives me a chance to scope out the local upscale women.[/QUOTE]If you have time I would love to know where you go for Vegan?
I know a few places that offer vegan options but not many restaurants that operate 100% vegan. I am sure many forum members would appreciate it.
In my case if I go vegetarian in Tijuana I go for Pizza (lacto / ovo) or just beans with rice and veggies Etc. Some of the Telefonica Parks have a vegan taco stand where you can buy mock duck tacos etc. The one on Aguas Caliente near Ocampo had one there.
Otherwise most Chinese restaurants have Tofu / Soya.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2515556]If you have time I would love to know where you go for Vegan?
I know a few places that offer vegan options but not many restaurants that operate 100% vegan. I am sure many forum members would appreciate it.
In my case if I go vegetarian in Tijuana I go for Pizza (lacto / ovo) or just beans with rice and veggies Etc. Some of the Telefonica Parks have a vegan taco stand where you can buy mock duck tacos etc. The one on Aguas Caliente near Ocampo had one there.
Otherwise most Chinese restaurants have Tofu / Soya.[/QUOTE]Gardeno Deli, Inspiracion 9, Taqueria Veggie, Ruro's, Faux Burgers. All 100% vegan restaurants. Those are the ones I frequent, off the top of my head, but there are a few more places.
If I'm with someone who's not vegan I'll take them to Alma Verde since they have a regular menu as well as a great vegan menu. Or I'll take them to a couple of the food truck parks that have a bunch of different food trucks including a vegan food truck for me since I'm a strict vegan.
Are pussies healthier than tacos?
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2515558]Gardeno Deli, Inspiracion 9, Taqueria Veggie, Ruro's, Faux Burgers. All 100% vegan restaurants. Those are the ones I frequent, off the top of my head, but there are a few more places.
If I'm with someone who's not vegan I'll take them to Alma Verde since they have a regular menu as well as a great vegan menu. Or I'll take them to a couple of the food truck parks that have a bunch of different food trucks including a vegan food truck for me since I'm a strict vegan.[/QUOTE]Great.
Thanks for the recommendations.
Can anyone recommend a couple of Tijuana restaurants with outdoor seating?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2515877]Can anyone recommend a couple of Tijuana restaurants with outdoor seating?[/QUOTE]Many restaurants on Revolution have some number of outdoor tables. Caesar's or Casa de La Tlayuda just to name a few. Or take an Uber to Telefonica Gastro Park. Most of the seating there is outdoors.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2515877]Can anyone recommend a couple of Tijuana restaurants with outdoor seating?[/QUOTE]Close to 20 food vendors at the weekend swap meet on Martinez Ave. (just one full block west of Hong Kong or Bar Tropical).
Best prices on rolling papers and paraphenalia, While you're there, stock up.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2515877]Can anyone recommend a couple of Tijuana restaurants with outdoor seating?[/QUOTE]Cabanna, Caccio, Colectivo 9 (sort of outside), K Tower's Sushi, Reuben's and Charlie's (playas), Lorenza. Just to name a few.
Azul has a patio outside you can seat at and watch people in the alley. All the numerous taco stands & food carts would be outside and some have stools to sit on. Azul will deliver food to Cascades and Rizo De Oro.
There are many restaurants around the Arch, 3-4 blocks from the main Zona Norte area with outdoor seating, but I don't know the names.
My quest for Tijuana Paella started at Chiki Jai, on 7th Street nr Revolution. I walked in and there were small groups of men, talking at tables, drinking beer and wine. Latin jazz was on a big screen TV. Nice warm environment.
The 1st thing the waiter said was do I want Paella. YES SIR.
I got a piece of cheese, bread, and the salad arrived. Soon after came the paella.
A bed of brown rice, peas and red onions. Shrimp, clams, and crab. Plus chicken, pork and little pieces of sausage.
Very filling, I couldn't finish it off, had to take a doggie bag. Cost 170 pesos. ID give it a 'be' grade.
I went over to Lorca Spanish restaurant last night for the Paella meal. It was billed as Arroz Negro, and it was truly black, gooey, charcoaly rice. It got all over my hands, face, clothes etc. Big turn off. Clams and calamari mixed in there but many of the clam shells didn't have any clams in them. Some strips of Calamari. Not many. But I was very disappointed. No salad in the order. Bad Paella experience. Wouldn't go back. Cost 195 pesos.
I tried the Chines place on Constitucion last night. Was fairly disappointing. The orange chicken was okay, but not great. The chow mein was reasonably good. The fried rice was dry and had almost no taste. Would not go back.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2522213]I tried the Chines place on Constitucion last night. Was fairly disappointing. The orange chicken was okay, but not great. The chow mein was reasonably good. The fried rice was dry and had almost no taste. Would not go back.[/QUOTE]Chans is the best Chinese IMO in Tijuana but expensive.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2522200]I went over to Lorca Spanish restaurant last night for the Paella meal. It was billed as Arroz Negro, and it was truly black, gooey, charcoaly rice. It got all over my hands, face, clothes etc. Big turn off. Clams and calamari mixed in there but many of the clam shells didn't have any clams in them. Some strips of Calamari. Not many. But I was very disappointed. No salad in the order. Bad Paella experience. Wouldn't go back. Cost 195 pesos.[/QUOTE]Arroz Negro really isn't a paella. It's made with squid ink, hence the black color and somewhat unctuous consistency. Rarely does it have clams, but it certainly should have squid and, often, shrimp. I've not had the arroz negro at Lorca, but I have had their traditional paella and I'd rate it somewhat better than Chiki Jai.
[QUOTE=Hargow20;2522213]I tried the Chines place on Constitucion last night. Was fairly disappointing. The orange chicken was okay, but not great. The chow mein was reasonably good. The fried rice was dry and had almost no taste. Would not go back.[/QUOTE]Orange Chicken and Chow Mein? Post again after you're eaten Chinese food. :D
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2522229]Chans is the best Chinese IMO in Tijuana but expensive.[/QUOTE]Wow. You're not kidding. $7 for a plate of fried won tons? $15 for a bowl of soup? Having said that, the pix sure do look good.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2522254]Wow. You're not kidding. $7 for a plate of fried won tons? $15 for a bowl of soup? Having said that, the pix sure do look good.[/QUOTE]All portions can be ordered in 1/2 portions for half the cost. The Sopa Mandarina is exquisite. Better than what I've had in NYC.
The family that owns it has Chinese / Mexican roots. It is as close to GOOD American Style Chinese that you would find in NYC or London. Not everything is top notch but for Tijuana or San Diego you would be hard pressed to find better.
The Chans ANNEX in La Cacho is my favorite menu compared to the main location on Sanchez Taboada.
Best street food in Tijuana Tacos El Yaqui everyone should must try it.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2522251]Arroz Negro really isn't a paella. It's made with squid ink, hence the black color and somewhat unctuous consistency. Rarely does it have clams, but it certainly should have squid and, often, shrimp. I've not had the arroz negro at Lorca, but I have had their traditional paella and I'd rate it somewhat better than Chiki Jai.[/QUOTE]I ate squid ink last night! Yes its unctuous consistency. That black stuff is still in my fingernails plus that black rice gave me the runs.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2522200]I went over to Lorca Spanish restaurant last night for the Paella meal. It was billed as Arroz Negro, and it was truly black, gooey, charcoaly rice. It got all over my hands, face, clothes etc. Big turn off. Clams and calamari mixed in there but many of the clam shells didn't have any clams in them. Some strips of Calamari. Not many. But I was very disappointed. No salad in the order. Bad Paella experience. Wouldn't go back. Cost 195 pesos.[/QUOTE]Sorry to hear that my recommendation went to hell in a handbasket. The menu looks different nowadays; not sure what happened.
I hope you are still having a great time!
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2522265]The Chans ANNEX in La Cacho is my favorite menu compared to the main location on Sanchez Taboada.[/QUOTE]Did you mean Chan's Bistro in La Cacho, or is that a different restaurant?
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2522270] that black rice gave me the runs.[/QUOTE]The pharmacies sell a little pill that will clog you up in no time. It won't kill the bacteria but it does help with urgency. Having the runs in Tijuana is a frightening experience.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2522265]All portions can be ordered in 1/2 portions for half the cost. The Sopa Mandarina is exquisite. Better than what I've had in NYC.
The family that owns it has Chinese / Mexican roots. It is as close to GOOD American Style Chinese that you would find in NYC or London. Not everything is top notch but for Tijuana or San Diego you would be hard pressed to find better.
The Chans ANNEX in La Cacho is my favorite menu compared to the main location on Sanchez Taboada.[/QUOTE]Thanks. I'll check it out. So much Chinese food in Tijuana is essentially what a Chinese friend calls "chop suey house" food. The stuff we had as kids growing up an an area with almost zero Chinese. Living at the tag end of the San Gabriel Valley now, you can't swing a cat without hitting a Chinese restaurant, many of them extremely good. Which is why I never eat CN in Tijuana unless forced. This looks like a good choice for a special occasion.
Double thanks for the Annex recommendation. It saved me from asking!
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2522418]Thanks. I'll check it out. So much Chinese food in Tijuana is essentially what a Chinese friend calls "chop suey house" food. The stuff we had as kids growing up an an area with almost zero Chinese. Living at the tag end of the San Gabriel Valley now, you can't swing a cat without hitting a Chinese restaurant, many of them extremely good. Which is why I never eat CN in Tijuana unless forced. This looks like a good choice for a special occasion.
Double thanks for the Annex recommendation. It saved me from asking![/QUOTE]You Bet!
They have lychees for desert but they aren't on the menu. Served on ice with grenadine.
Fancy a tasty, healthy, high-protein, high-fiber snack that is environmentally-friendly and uniquely Mexican? Two Mexican entrepreneurs, Erika Gil Gutiérrez and Magali Díaz García, are the brains behind Winko, a company that has been selling the crunchy chapulín snacks for the past year. "Mexico has a wide variety of edible insects, and they're also part of our culture. We thought it was a good idea to experiment with them to see how we could offer a product that is healthy, of good quality, tasty and which nourishes. . . People and doesn't just satisfy their craving. . . " Gil said. "Of all the insects we looked at, the grasshopper was the one with the greatest quantity of protein for the lowest cost," Gil said.
Díaz added that satisfying protein needs by eating grasshoppers is more environmentally-friendly than the consumption of farmed meat. . .
In other news, EU Gives Go-Ahead For Eating Worms.
In coming months the agency hopes to approve all kinds of other bugs to be sold as meals, including the lesser mealworm, house cricket, banded cricket, black soldier fly, honeybee drone and a type of locust.
"Currently, the EU is heavily reliant on the importation of feedstuffs, but the disruption in the past few months with the coronavirus outbreak has made it increasingly apparent that we must look to make our agriculture more self-sustainable," he said.
"Insects can be produced locally and are a highly nutritious, protein-rich foodstuff that can be produced in high quantities in a small area," he added. . . The craze for eating insects stems from UN guidelines that "promote insects as a sustainable high-protein food. " This is why globalist publications like the Economist have been promoting the idea of eating bugs despite the fact that the kind of elitists who read it would never consider for a second munching on crickets or mealworms. Unsurprisingly, restaurants are not seeing a big uptake for worm burgers, otherwise known as 'bug macs', or cricket based cuisine. . "
[QUOTE=TomJackin;2522286]Sorry to hear that my recommendation went to hell in a handbasket. The menu looks different nowadays; not sure what happened.
I hope you are still having a great time![/QUOTE]Thanks Tom, yes I'm still having a good time in Tijuana. Always fun to come here. Plenty to keep me occupied. I think I found a Paella place that suits my tastes. Will report on it.
[QUOTE=Travv;2522481]Fancy a tasty, healthy, high-protein, high-fiber snack that is environmentally-friendly and uniquely Mexican? Two Mexican entrepreneurs, Erika Gil Gutirrez and Magali Daz Garca, are the brains behind Winko, a company that has been selling the crunchy chapuln snacks for the past year. "Mexico has a wide variety of edible insects, and they're also part of our culture. We thought it was a good idea to experiment with them to see how we could offer a product that is healthy, of good quality, tasty and which nourishes. . . People and doesn't just satisfy their craving. . . " Gil said. "Of all the insects we looked at, the grasshopper was the one with the greatest quantity of protein for the lowest cost," Gil said.
Daz added that satisfying protein needs by eating grasshoppers is more environmentally-friendly than the consumption of farmed meat. . .
In other news, EU Gives Go-Ahead For Eating Worms.
In coming months the agency hopes to approve all kinds of other bugs to be sold as meals, including the lesser mealworm, house cricket, banded cricket, black soldier fly, honeybee drone and a type of locust.
"Currently, the EU is heavily reliant on the importation of feedstuffs, but the disruption in the past few months with the coronavirus outbreak has made it increasingly apparent that we must look to make our agriculture more self-sustainable," he said.[/QUOTE]I tried ground crickets as a post workout protein supplement (I'll try anything once haha). Don't recommend!
I found a small Paella place that had what I've been looking for. El Arte Paella off Agua Caliente. No seating just take out. Young owner, nice guy. The meal included salad and bread.
It had a bed of brown rice w peas thrown in and red onions, pollo, big chunks of pork, almejas, large shrimp, bordering on being longestinos, calamari, chicharros, and mejillones.
I took it to my hotel room and pigged out. Cost 199 pesos.
Saturday night we decided to go to Mr. Pampas late, arrived about 9:40 PM, supposedly had 20 minutes for dinner, but found both Mr. Pampas' locations closed early.
We told the taxi driver to find Churrascaria do Brasil on Ave de Ninos. When we arrived there were still about 20 people dining inside, but by the time the taxi made you turn and went back, we decided it was too late, so went back to La Zona and went to Al Capone for Caldo de Rez instead.
Mr. Pampas was closed early likely due to lack of business, meanwhile Churras do Brasil seemed to flourish. Locals probably know where the better deals are. Had to promise the bros to do Churras do Brasil early next time.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2527323]Saturday night we decided to go to Mr. Pampas late, arrived about 9:40 PM, supposedly had 20 minutes for dinner, but found both Mr. Pampas' locations closed early.
We told the taxi driver to find Churrascaria do Brasil on Ave de Ninos. When we arrived there were still about 20 people dining inside, but by the time the taxi made you turn and went back, we decided it was too late, so went back to La Zona and went to Al Capone for Caldo de Rez instead.
Mr. Pampas was closed early likely due to lack of business, meanwhile Churras do Brasil seemed to flourish. Locals probably know where the better deals are. Had to promise the bros to do Churras do Brasil early next time.[/QUOTE]Got to try it one of these days. Is there a midweek special for a cheapo like me?
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2523167]I found a small Paella place that had what I've been looking for. El Arte Paella off Agua Caliente. No seating just take out. Young owner, nice guy. The meal included salad and bread.
It had a bed of brown rice w peas thrown in and red onions, pollo, big chunks of pork, almejas, large shrimp, bordering on being longestinos, calamari, chicharros, and mejillones.
I took it to my hotel room and pigged out. Cost 199 pesos.[/QUOTE]Thanks and a tip of the hat to BayBoy. We went to this place yesterday. It's really, really tiny, but there are a couple of tables and we were able to eat indoors. The paella was very good. I want to return and try the other items on their menu. The chef was very proud that everything is made on-site. I'm sure he didn't mean the bread rolls, and the bagged Romaine lettuce for the salads. The sangria was good. A bit on the sweet side for my personal taste, but good nonetheless. Highly recommended.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2527517]Got to try it one of these days. Is there a midweek special for a cheapo like me?[/QUOTE]Do the Rest. Have a curfew in Tijuana?
Looks like Churass do Brasil at Hippodromo mall has a discount 265 pesos everyday open until midnight; the new place on Ninos has it only Monday through Thursday.
Premium beers are only $2, very good deals.
Jackie should take his ass out of La Zona's gutter and check it out.
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[QUOTE=Phordphan;2527549]Thanks and a tip of the hat to BayBoy. We went to this place yesterday. It's really, really tiny, but there are a couple of tables and we were able to eat indoors. The paella was very good. I want to return and try the other items on their menu. The chef was very proud that everything is made on-site. I'm sure he didn't mean the bread rolls, and the bagged Romaine lettuce for the salads. The sangria was good. A bit on the sweet side for my personal taste, but good nonetheless. Highly recommended.[/QUOTE]I'm glad you enjoyed the place Phordphan. Its a big Paella w lots of stuff (those big shrimp pieces are worth the price). I guess they're doing indoor dining now, that's good news.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2527835]I'm glad you enjoyed the place Phordphan. Its a big Paella w lots of stuff (those big shrimp pieces are worth the price). I guess they're doing indoor dining now, that's good news.[/QUOTE]I need to try this place too.
Thanks BayBoy.
I took a few noobs to La Zona in the last few trips; some were connoisseurs in food, girls and the good life.
They all enjoyed street around the bar block food a lot, shrimp coctele, caldo de rez, tacos Al Vapor, carne asada, shrimp quesadilla, even hot dogs. They raved the food was fresh, tasty delicious. Mexicans add salsa to all their meat dishes. The acidity in lime juice and tomato would balance out the fat and proteins, make the food tastier and more digestible.
Late last Saturday one noob wanted to try Mr Pampas, but when we arrived around 9:30 PM the 2 locations were both closed. We drove by Churrascaria do Brasil on Ave. LOS Heroes and saw about 2 dozens clients dining inside, but thought they would close at 10 so we passed. Just found out Churass do Brasil opens until midnight and would seat people until 11:45 PM. We would try the main restaurant at Hippodromo, only 1 or 2 miles South. Also drove by Taco El Franc on Ave LOS Heroes with a crowd. Will stop here so the noobs can try tacos with tongue and tripa ect.
Seafood in Tijuana is very fresh. I usually start the night with a cup of blanched shrimp coctele at the school yard corner, or half dozen raw oysters at the place on Constitucion South of hotel Irma. They also serve a tasty shrimp soup and beers, or you can bring your own drinks and give them a tip. A wingman brought his own Tabasco pepper sauce and other condiments to complement his raw oyster.
Mariscos Titos has half a dozen franchises in Tijuana, serving sea food tacos and some very interesting dishes, like whole grilled rock fish. We looked at the exotic concoctions ordered by people but could not read the menu worth a damn. I usually go to the branch on O'Campo and Calle 6. Titos branch on Calle 1 is small and smells like dead fish, reminding me too much of a few girls in La Zona hehe.
I like seafood soups with fresh ingredients and subtle flavors, like French Bouillabaisse or Italian Cioppino. Mexican 7-mares soup tends to have too much strong spices, masking off seafood flavor. I don't like too much carb so Paella with rice is not my favorite.
I avoid the menudo stands as their soups are bland and usually have unbearable cow dung odors.
The noobs mentioned Tijuana is worth the drive, even just for the food. Hot, flirty girls just add more fun to our quick, sexy vacations.
Last Saturday we were trying to go from HK to Mr. Pampas. The taxi assholes quoted us $10 and told us to walk. We flagged down a Libre taxi and he agreed to go for $5. I hate to deal with the taxi assholes.
UBER from HK to Mr Pampas or churrascaria pn Ave LOS Heroes is only 44 pesos or $2.20 plus $1 tip.
There is rumor HK will open tomorrow Friday. Lets go these weekend to play with pretty chicas and partake AYC eat Brazilian grilled meats and seafood.
Wednesday night was cold and windy, went in Al Capone for its Caldo de Rez, chunks of beef shank with fresh vegetables in hot light broth. It was a full hot meal, delicious, served with rice, tortilla and salsa, Wed special for 65 pesos or $3.50.
Al Capone is now open 24/7. They deliver to hotels in La Zona with special menus for each day of the week. The daily special menu has some items looking interesting, including a water and dessert, but I only know the Caldo de Rez as good and tasty. Will have to order other items to find out. I don't think Azuls and Monaco are open 24/7. Hotel Leyva has its own restaurant serving fixed meals for 35 pesos, but it never seems to have any clients.
The breakfast menu is 100 pesos or $5, including a coffee or tea. All restaurants in La Zona, including Azuls and La Perla, serve weak, tasteless instant coffee, not worth it. For strong, brewed coffee, walked out to the OXXO across from Adelita and buy a large one for 50 pesos. I need that hot strong coffee to wake up in the morning after a long night of drinking, partying and popping chicas.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2533108]Wednesday night was cold and windy, went in Al Capone for its Caldo de Rez, chunks of beef shank with fresh vegetables in hot light broth. It was a full hot meal, delicious, served with rice, tortilla and salsa, Wed special for 65 pesos or $3.50.
Al Capone is now open 24/7. They deliver to hotels in La Zona with special menus for each day of the week. The daily special menu has some items looking interesting, including a water and dessert, but I only know the Caldo de Rez as good and tasty. Will have to order other items to find out. I don't think Azuls and Monaco are open 24/7. Hotel Leyva has its own restaurant serving fixed meals for 35 pesos, but it never seems to have any clients.
The breakfast menu is 100 pesos or $5, including a coffee or tea. All restaurants in La Zona, including Azuls and La Perla, serve weak, tasteless instant coffee, not worth it. For strong, brewed coffee, walked out to the OXXO across from Adelita and buy a large one for 50 pesos. I need that hot strong coffee to wake up in the morning after a long night of drinking, partying and popping chicas.[/QUOTE]Thinking that Azul would be at least competitive, I ordered one order of Caldo de Rez. They brought out a soup the size of a cereal bow. It sucked. Will not order it again from Azul.
Sunday stopped in Titos for some seafood. It's on the way in to Centro, turn South on O'Campo at corner Calle 6.
Prices have gone up after CoVid, but the 30-peso fish taco and 36 -peso shrimp taco were huge and tasty, with 4 large shrimp in it. Their tacos are about double the sizes of other places.
They also serve about 3-pound whole fried fish meal for 210 pesos or $11, complete with consomme, rice and tortillas.
Jackie,
I found rib eye steak for $14 the only good deal in Azuls, even better when we had HK's 2-4-1 coupons, but the steaks keep getting smaller after CoVid. A few wingmen were ordering ribeyes and skirt steaks with those coupons to take home, very good deals. All other dishes were average and expensive. Their pizzas were way too sweet, loaded with tomato sauce and sugar, not real pizza sauce.
I was in Al Capone again cold Sunday night for a huge bowl of hot Caldo de Rez. He served more than a pound of tasty shank meat cooked in a nice, tasty, flavorful light broth and fresh crunchy vegetables with rice, tortillas and salsa. The taste, flavor and aromas of that caldo soup is nice, clean and entirely beefy, not adulterated with any spice. I like it a lot. The bowl is huge and just so delicious we usually eat to the last drop.
I will try to train chef Jose how to make PHO. He can charge twice as much for a bowl of hot PHO by adding boiled rice noodles and rare beef to that caldo.
Man,
Raw oysters at Mariscos LE Damos are huge, fresh, sweet, delicious, only $0. 75 a piece.
The place is Constitucion, a few doors South of that disgusting Chinese restaurants and hotel Cecilia, across the street from hotel Korea.
They have a few beer brands, but you can bring your favorite brands and give them a tip.
Jackie.
Churrascaria do Brazil has 265-pesos special after 6 PM, all week at the Hippodromo original site, and Mon through Thursday at the Zona Rio site.
They open until midnight so yo have plenty of time to pack the food in.
I don't think Mr Pampas has its discount anymore. Did not see it in their web site or Facebook.
Got to try it one of these days. Is there a midweek special for a cheapo like me?
Danny's Taco Stand on the corner of Nios Heroes and Coahuila has been a staple of Zona Norte serving up delicious tacos for 22 MX pesos each. Tell Mauricio how you want your taco and he will slice it and make it to order. You can get some pineapple with your order from on top of the spindle of meat. You can also get birria and carne asada made to order. I always stop by when I'm in town. 2 tacos are a good start for me. 3 tacos and I start to slow down. LOL. They are pretty nice size. If you haven't tried them then give it a go.
It's a hole in the wall store front across the street from Hong Kong 's front door.
4 guys cook and serve beef, pork and chicken tacos, $1 a pop, delivery to Hong Kong's tables. They have a menu of other items I did not pay attention.
Their abodaba tacos taste nice, clean, less greasy than the HK's stand, juicy and delicious when loaded with salsa, guacamole and all condiments. The store has running water so food should be cleaner and healthier. I recommend it over the old greasy and dirty HK stand.
What do you guys think of the level of service you receive from restaurant waiters in Tijuana?
The restaurants I go to it seems like I have to wave down the server just to get them to take my order. I feel like telling them "hey I came here because I'm hungry and I want to eat some food. I didn't come here just to sit down and hang out taking up space all day long."
I've worked in restaurants and my plan was always to get your order quickly, get your food to you quickly, and get you your check quickly so I can get you out the door and on to the next paying customer. But in Tijuana restaurants it seems like the opposite. It seems like they don't mind one bit having people just wait and wait and just hangout forever at their table. They don't hurry to take your order. They don't hurry to explain the menu. They don't hurry to check up on you. They don't hurry to ask if you want the check. They don't hurry for anything at all. In the US if I receive such bad service I would consider complaining to the manager but in Tijuana I don't bother complaining because I already know that if you complain they will just treat you like YOU are the a-hole. And then I'll be embarrassed to show my face again in the same restaurant.
I guess that will be my new research project, meet pretty young waitresses and ask them why service is so bad in Tijuana.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2535735]What do you guys think of the level of service you receive from restaurant waiters in Tijuana?
The restaurants I go to it seems like I have to wave down the server just to get them to take my order. I feel like telling them "hey I came here because I'm hungry and I want to eat some food. I didn't come here just to sit down and hang out taking up space all day long."
I've worked in restaurants and my plan was always to get your order quickly, get your food to you quickly, and get you your check quickly so I can get you out the door and on to the next paying customer. But in Tijuana restaurants it seems like the opposite. It seems like they don't mind one bit having people just wait and wait and just hangout forever at their table. They don't hurry to take your order. They don't hurry to explain the menu. They don't hurry to check up on you. They don't hurry to ask if you want the check. They don't hurry for anything at all. In the US if I receive such bad service I would consider complaining to the manager but in Tijuana I don't bother complaining because I already know that if you complain they will just treat you like YOU are the a-hole. And then I'll be embarrassed to show my face again in the same restaurant.
I guess that will be my new research project, meet pretty young waitresses and ask them why service is so bad in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]I'm no MX expert, but only in the US is the objective to get you OUT of the business ASAP, to turn the table for someone else.
Everywhere else in the world I've been, eating is a casual affair, you get help when you ask for it, and that's about it. You can enjoy your time.
[QUOTE=SpeedToys;2535789]Everywhere else in the world I've been, eating is a casual affair, you get help when you ask for it, and that's about it. You can enjoy your time.[/QUOTE]So many Americans attribute it to the lack of tipping. "See? This is why tipping is so important! When they don't work for tips, they can ignore you or give you crappy service because they still get paid. " But's it's more than that. It's a culture of leaving you be and letting you enjoy your meal. Everyone I know who comes to the US for the first time is stunned by how wait staff keep coming over and interrupting -- "Do you need anything?" "How is your meal?" "Would you like a refill?" "Doing OK?
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2535812]So many Americans attribute it to the lack of tipping. "See? This is why tipping is so important! When they don't work for tips, they can ignore you or give you crappy service because they still get paid. " But's it's more than that. It's a culture of leaving you be and letting you enjoy your meal. Everyone I know who comes to the US for the first time is stunned by how wait staff keep coming over and interrupting -- "Do you need anything?" "How is your meal?" "Would you like a refill?" "Doing OK?[/QUOTE]There's a big difference between "letting you be and letting you enjoy your meal" and ignoring you when you need something. A good server knows very well how to be attentive and still not be a bother. It's not hard to do at all.
For example as a server I'm getting your drink order and appetizer order immediately when you sit down, and your full meal order within 5 minutes. Here in Tijuana it seems like if I don't wave down my server to order, they'll leave me there for 30 minutes without even asking if I'm ready to order. Then I had some fries and tofu "chicken" nuggets and fries with only a little thing of ketchup. I was badly in need of more ketchup so I could finish my nuggets while they were still hot and it was a pain in the arse getting the waitress to bring me some more ketchup. My matcha latte had no sweetness to it and it was a pain in the arse getting that fixed. Then after I'm obviously completely finished with my meal I have to wave down the waitress to bring the check or else I'll be just sitting there waiting forever. I guess they assume I have nowhere to be or nowhere to go I just want to sit and hang out in their restaurant all day.
It's like these servers have absolutely no server training at all. In the US restaurants actually train their servers with very specific procedures and steps of service. That's something that seems to be completely absent in Tijuana restaurants. In US restaurants managers are required to do a "table touch" stop by each table and smile and ask how everything's going. It's a gesture to make the guest feel important knowing that the manager personally wants to make sure that they're well taken care of. I've never seen a restaurant manager do a table touch in Tijuana. Come to think of it I'm not sure I've ever seen a manager at all in Tijuana restaurants. Do they even have managers? Colombia is equally as bad when it comes to restaurant service.
Have you ever been to telefnica gastropark? That place is really nice and always full of hot chicks but it's organized like a complete clusteref*ck. I always get terrible service when I eat there. Oh well sorry I had to rant somewhere. I guess I should quit complaining and open my own restaurant. I could give my waiters basic US style server training and I'd have by far the best restaurant servers in all of Tijuana.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2535735]What do you guys think of the level of service you receive from restaurant waiters in Tijuana?
The restaurants I go to it seems like I have to wave down the server just to get them to take my order. I feel like telling them "hey I came here because I'm hungry and I want to eat some food. I didn't come here just to sit down and hang out taking up space all day long."
I've worked in restaurants and my plan was always to get your order quickly, get your food to you quickly, and get you your check quickly so I can get you out the door and on to the next paying customer. But in Tijuana restaurants it seems like the opposite. It seems like they don't mind one bit having people just wait and wait and just hangout forever at their table. They don't hurry to take your order. They don't hurry to explain the menu. They don't hurry to check up on you. They don't hurry to ask if you want the check. They don't hurry for anything at all. In the US if I receive such bad service I would consider complaining to the manager but in Tijuana I don't bother complaining because I already know that if you complain they will just treat you like YOU are the a-hole. And then I'll be embarrassed to show my face again in the same restaurant.
I guess that will be my new research project, meet pretty young waitresses and ask them why service is so bad in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]Mexican restaurant is just about the right speed for me. What I want is friendliness and privacy. Unless she has nice knockers I don't want to be checked up on. The worst thing about dining in the states is that waiters sometimes will not help me unless it is my own waiter. So instead of giving me the extra fork I asked for, he will need to track down "my assigned waiter" to deliver the message that I need a new fork. I prefer good food, reasonable pricing, friendly staff and privacy.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2535735]What do you guys think of the level of service you receive from restaurant waiters in Tijuana?
The restaurants I go to it seems like I have to wave down the server just to get them to take my order. I feel like telling them "hey I came here because I'm hungry and I want to eat some food. I didn't come here just to sit down and hang out taking up space all day long."
I've worked in restaurants and my plan was always to get your order quickly, get your food to you quickly, and get you your check quickly so I can get you out the door and on to the next paying customer. But in Tijuana restaurants it seems like the opposite. It seems like they don't mind one bit having people just wait and wait and just hangout forever at their table. They don't hurry to take your order. They don't hurry to explain the menu. They don't hurry to check up on you. They don't hurry to ask if you want the check. They don't hurry for anything at all. In the US if I receive such bad service I would consider complaining to the manager but in Tijuana I don't bother complaining because I already know that if you complain they will just treat you like YOU are the a-hole. And then I'll be embarrassed to show my face again in the same restaurant.
I guess that will be my new research project, meet pretty young waitresses and ask them why service is so bad in Tijuana.[/QUOTE]You must be eating in the wrong restaurants. Well, come to think of it, you only eat in vegan joints, so there's your problem! LOL J / K.
My experience is almost diametrically opposed to yours. I will say, and no offense intended, that for a guy living in Mexico you don't seem to understand certain parts of Mexican culture. We gringos are often in a hurry, and the Mexicans are not. No amount of grousing is going to change that.
Waiting tables has long been considered, in many countries I've visited, an EXTREMELY menial job. So, the only people you could hire were virtually unemployable anywhere else. Nobody with half an ounce of ambition would wait tables. Thank God this attitude has been changing, and it's been changing rapidly in Mexico. Tijuana has become a mecca for epicures. And the level of service has risen accordingly. I rarely have a bad dining experience. It's to the point that the bad ones really stand out.
I make a habit of dining in as many different restaurants as possible. Anything from modest mom and pop joints, to moderately upscale, to full-on fine dining like Mision 19 and Corazon de Tierra (RIP). The service is almost always commensurate with the "type" of restaurant.
With the exception of uber-casual places like burrito joints or taco stands, I find it's SOP to be greeted and shown to a table. The waiter brings the setups and then menu, err, QR code. (Don't get me started). Depending on the place they may take a drink order right away, they may wait a minute and then return. When the drinks are served the waiter takes the order. At this point he'll tell about specials, or answer any menu-related questions. Now here is where things diverge a bit from USA dining. The "table touch" isn't rude, in the strict sense, but tends to be a grey area. Locals don't want to be chatting with family / friends, mouths full of food, and be interrupted by some waiter asking if they need anything. In the States we love that, but in Mexico, well, not so much. I've found that the "table touch" tends to be happen in the guise of refilling your water, or refilling your wine glass. At that point the waiter may ask if everything is OK. When finished, that's where things really diverge. It is considered EXTREMELY rude to show up with a check. You're telling your guests to beat it. Pay and leave, pendejo. It may be weird to us, but not to them. So, you have to ask for your check. Every local knows this, it's only the gringos who have a problem with it. Frankly, I generally like it.
We had lunch at the K-Tower sushi place on Wednesday. The service followed everything I mentioned above. A minor clunk was asking for the check. At that particular moment our waiter was elsewhere. I had to ask another passing waiter, who informed our guy. No big deal, it's just the way things are.
Nothing is perfect, and I have had bad experiences. About 10 days ago I was having breakfast with two ladies at Ticuan. There was ONE other party. The kitchen was slow to the point of truly believing they were chasing the chickens down for eggs, and one of the breakfasts came out 10 minutes after the others. And the waiters vanished continually, to the point where we had to leave in order to get the check. This was notable because it had NEVER happened to me before. No idea what was going on. At a birthday party at Lorenza back in October I found they grill their steak with no seasoning at all. I needed some salt, and I did have to ask twice for some. Admittedly they were quite busy, but that's no excuse. (I will agree that this is an area where many places can improve. Keeping an eye on tables in case the diners need something out of the ordinary.) And I got so pissed off at a waiter's mistake at Finca Altozano (a mistake that would have been immediately corrected in a fine dining restaurant in the States) that I refuse to ever go back. So, it's not all unicorn farts and rainbows. But, as I said, these clunkers are rare to the point that I remember them. If they were like murders in Chicago I wouldn't even notice.
Tipping is a controversial subject. I confess to be an overtipper in restaurants. I absolutely hate the way gringos run around tipping everybody in sight. It's a pernicious habit that breeds bad behavior. But I do so, like I tip Uber drivers, to encourage good service. I figure if waiters get paid decently the good ones will stay. In early days, Rocky the Flying Squirrel would upbraid me for tipping too much. She said come on, the guy brings a plate of food from the kitchen to a table. How hard is that?? Why does he get to make more than somebody who works at a fabrica for a week? It's tough sledding trying to explain the concept of good service with that mindset. But, after a few years of dining out she understands that service quality really does improve one's dining experience and she's now first to comment on what great service a particular place has.
My advice to anybody who says "X at home is way better than X here" is to go back home. If you want USA service, go to the USA. If German beer is vastly superior to that of Costa Rica, go to Germany.
Oh, BTW. If you want to experience some hellaciously BAD service go to Thailand. I think they're still about 5 years behind Mexico in the service sector evolution.
Are those who quickly and politely take orders, deliver them quickly and correctly to clients' requests, then stay quietly in sight of their clients, ready to respond to requests. I don't need them to come around to my table needlessly to bother me. When I need them I would call them.
Those who keep coming to clients' tables, asking needless, stupid questions, are just trying to remind clients to tip. They are annoying and some can be very rude. I know a few people waiting tables while attending schools, they all complained bitterly how little they make in that job. But that is not my problem. If they don't like to wait on tables and want to make a lot more money, perhaps they should try a career in cardio vascular or plastic surgeries. It's not my responsibilities and I don't give a shit if some stupid, uneducated assholes don't make as much money as they think they should.
If they don't do their jobs properly and show bad attitudes, I would not tip and will complain to their owners / managers to make sure they learn how to do their jobs. Don't let low lifes run over you. Teach them lessons to make them good humans.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2536011]You must be eating in the wrong restaurants. Well, come to think of it, you only eat in vegan joints, so there's your problem! LOL J / K.
My experience is almost diametrically opposed to yours. I will say, and no offense intended, that for a guy living in Mexico you don't seem to understand certain parts of Mexican culture. We gringos are often in a hurry, and the Mexicans are not. No amount of grousing is going to change that.
Waiting tables has long been considered, in many countries I've visited, an EXTREMELY menial job. So, the only people you could hire were virtually unemployable anywhere else. Nobody with half an ounce of ambition would wait tables. Thank God this attitude has been changing, and it's been changing rapidly in Mexico. Tijuana has become a mecca for epicures. And the level of service has risen accordingly. I rarely have a bad dining experience. It's to the point that the bad ones really stand out.
I make a habit of dining in as many different restaurants as possible. Anything from modest mom and pop joints, to moderately upscale, to full-on fine dining like Mision 19 and Corazon de Tierra (RIP). The service is almost always commensurate with the "type" of restaurant.[/QUOTE]Yea it's true I'm still not an expert in Mexican culture. Admittedly I don't get out much or socialize as much as I should. And the sad part is technically I am "Mexican". Before I went vegan I didn't get out to the nicer restaurants that Tijuana has to offer, and now that I'm vegan I'm limited to a very small number of restaurants that I can even eat at. And the main place I love to eat at has the worst service. I've been tipping 25-30% when I go there so next time I go there I'm just going to proactively tell them exactly step by step what to do. Like how dare you bring me a big thing of fries and nuggets and only a little tiny amount of ketchup!? Do you have any idea who I am! I'll come back here and burn this place to the ground! That's what I fantasize about saying to my waitress, but instead I just smile and try to remain polite since I can't afford to get banned from these places.
"Here in Tijuana it seems like if I don't wave down my server to order, they'll leave me there for 30 minutes without even asking if I'm ready to order. ".
Ya. That's like. Everywhere else.
[QUOTE=SpeedToys;2536091]"Here in Tijuana it seems like if I don't wave down my server to order, they'll leave me there for 30 minutes without even asking if I'm ready to order. ".
Ya. That's like. Everywhere else.[/QUOTE]No that's most definitely not like everywhere else. By US service standards if I have to wave you down to take my order then that means you're not doing your job. Trust me I know the restaurant business very well. I know very very well what constitutes good service and what would be considered crappy service. And no I'm absolutely not saying I want my server to be constantly in my face, refilling my water every 2 minutes trying to sneak a peak at my girlfriend's boobs. Any decent waiter knows how to be attentive and anticipate the guests needs without being a bother.
I started this discussion to see if other guys who frequent Tijuana restaurants are receiving the same crappy service I've been receiving lately. Is it just my bad luck or is it a normal thing to get bad service (compared to US standards)? Phordfan chimed in and he says he usually receives great service. So it's got to be part my own bad luck. Granted the restaurants I've been going to are staffed by little young chicks compared to the professional fine dining servers at the places Phordfan frequents, so I guess I can't expect the same level of service as a five star steakhouse.
As a gringo I feel bad waving people down and barking orders at people but I guess that's what I'm going to have to do from now on. The good thing is I've been tipping these waitresses 25-30% which probably makes me a great tipper compared to their usual customers.
Random thought: Here's a fun idea to try out. Find you a chica with giant boobs. Get one from HK or an escort or whatever but make sure she has big giant boobs. Have her wear some skimpy tight fitting clothing and take her to a nice restaurant and watch your waiter get all nervous trying not to get caught looking at her boobs. I've done that and it was funny as hell. The poor guy was stuttering and visibly struggling to not get distracted from his job. He was probably scared if I caught him looking at her boobs I was going to take it out of his tip. The poor guy was probably a nervous wreck lmao!
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2536028]Are those who quickly and politely take orders, deliver them quickly and correctly to clients' requests, then stay quietly in sight of their clients, ready to respond to requests. I don't need them to come around to my table needlessly to bother me. When I need them I would call them.
Those who keep coming to clients' tables, asking needless, stupid questions, are just trying to remind clients to tip. They are annoying and some can be very rude. I know a few people waiting tables while attending schools, they all complained bitterly how little they make in that job. But that is not my problem. If they don't like to wait on tables and want to make a lot more money, perhaps they should try a career in cardio vascular or plastic surgeries. It's not my responsibilities and I don't give a shit if some stupid, uneducated assholes don't make as much money as they think they should.
If they don't do their jobs properly and show bad attitudes, I would not tip and will complain to their owners / managers to make sure they learn how to do their jobs. Don't let low lifes run over you. Teach them lessons to make them good humans.[/QUOTE]Unfortunately that's all too common in the service industry. Lazy servers give crappy half ass service and they get mad when they don't get a 30% tip. Or they get mad when they get a negative review on Yelp.
Like Phordfan said earlier, service is a huge factor in the difference between a good dining experience and a bad dining experience. You might have been served the best crispiest French fries but if they go cold because the waiter took forever bringing salt and ketchup. Or if you're eating some 3 alarm hot wings and the server takes forever bringing your cold beverage. Or you want to order a coffee and dessert and your server seems to have disappeared off the face of the earth and is nowhere to be found. These things can ruin an otherwise positive experience.
Lately I've been getting really bad service at restaurants in Tijuana. But these are mom and pop places I'm talking about. They're not as big and organized as the some of the places you meat eaters eat at. Captain you frequent the nice restaurants in Tijuana, what do you think about the service level in these places? How does it compare to your experience in US restaurants?
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2535855]Here in Tijuana it seems like if I don't wave down my server to order, they'll leave me there for 30 minutes without even asking if I'm ready to order.[/QUOTE]That's exactly right, and it's just different from how we do it. As was mentioned, the goal in the US is to turn the tables as quickly as possible, so the waiters come up to you right away to take your order. In many other countries, it would be rude for them to pressure you to place your order quickly -- they give you time to settle in, look over the menu, talk with your dinner companions. They assume you will signal them when you are ready. In the US we see it as rude to wave over a waiter. In Mexico, it's how you let them know you are ready. It's not rudeness or indifference. It's them leaving you be until you signal to them that you want attention.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2536107]No that's most definitely not like everywhere else. By US service standards if I have to wave you down to take my order then that means you're not doing your job. [/QUOTE]
But you aren't in the US. In Latin America, and in much of Europe as well, they do things differently. Don't go to a foreign country and then complain that they don't do things the way they do in the US. The culture there is to leave you alone until you signal to them that you need attention. They aren't rude or unprofessional.
Hell, I have a ton of international friends who come to the US and complain that the wait staff rushes them. They just sat down and all of a sudden some server wants to know what they want to drink, what appetizers do they want, the poppers are really good, can I tell you the specials? They are like "Give us a moment."
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2536011]Locals don't want to be chatting with family / friends, mouths full of food, and be interrupted by some waiter asking if they need anything. In the States we love that, but in Mexico, well, not so much.[/QUOTE]This is one of my pet peeves. It's like they watch for when I've taken a bite and THAT'S when they pop up like a magician to ask "How is everything?" Or my water glass is down 10% but all of a sudden they appear just to pour a splash in. Leave me alone!
I much prefer the Mexican style. I'll let you know when I need something.
Before CoVid I went to Ceasar and another fancy place on Revo, nice, clean, quiet, service was attentive and professional, not slow, not hurried, just right. Tijuana waiters in big restaurants are far more professional as they treat their job a life time career. If compared to big US restaurants like Morton, Ruth Chris, Maestro, Scott's ect US restaurants employ a lot of temporary, amateurs and part time waiting staff; most are untrained, some have bad attitudes and just don't give a shit.
La Perla is usually very slow as they don't have many clients and it takes time for them to prepare. I wanted to try Los Arcos but the area looked run down and smelled way too bad I did not want to go in.
Went to the Brazilian steak houses a couple times. After CoVid service was slower with fewer cuts of meat, but anything we asked was brought out promptly and served pleasantly. I have no problem giving them 30% tip most times.
Mom and pop places like Azul's, Al Capone, Titos, El Choforo, LE Damos ect have much fewer clients after CoVid. They want high turn over and are quick and efficient. We were served usually within 5 minutes after placing orders. We even bring in or store our favorite beers at a few places to make sure we have them for our dishes. They are always cordial.
Not sure how slow is slow for you. Perhaps the way one looks, dresses, walks, talks may bring different treatments by wait staff. We may want to adjust ourselves to see if services improve.
My issues with waiters is they don't leave me alone enough and they take your plate away from you too soon. Otherwise they mean well. I get much better FOOD and SERVICE in Tijuana than in SD. SD has horrible food and prices are insane.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2536332]
This is one of my pet peeves. It's like they watch for when I've taken a bite and THAT'S when they pop up like a magician to ask "How is everything?" Or my water glass is down 10% but all of a sudden they appear just to pour a splash in. Leave me alone!
[/QUOTE]That's what the thumb's up is for. It works really well when your mouth is full and half open.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2536332]That's exactly right, and it's just different from how we do it. As was mentioned, the goal in the US is to turn the tables as quickly as possible, so the waiters come up to you right away to take your order. In many other countries, it would be rude for them to pressure you to place your order quickly -- they give you time to settle in, look over the menu, talk with your dinner companions. They assume you will signal them when you are ready. In the US we see it as rude to wave over a waiter. In Mexico, it's how you let them know you are ready. It's not rudeness or indifference. It's them leaving you be until you signal to them that you want attention.
But you aren't in the US. In Latin America, and in much of Europe as well, they do things differently. Don't go to a foreign country and then complain that they don't do things the way they do in the US. The culture there is to leave you alone until you signal to them that you need attention. They aren't rude or unprofessional.
Hell, I have a ton of international friends who come to the US and complain that the wait staff rushes them. They just sat down and all of a sudden some server wants to know what they want to drink, what appetizers do they want, the poppers are really good, can I tell you the specials? They are like "Give us a moment.".[/QUOTE]I must not be explaining myself properly. None of what you mention is what I'm talking about. When I say "wave down" my server I'm literally talking about standing up waving my arms like I'm trying to wave down a rescue helicopter. These people are not standing by waiting for me to just "signal them". They're not making themselves available at all to be "signaled" over. They're hiding back in the kitchen, or hiding behind the counter, or running past me without even looking in my direction. Simply looking my way or making eye contact just to see if I might be in need of something would be nice but they don't even do that. I'm talking about literally being neglected and ignored. That has nothing to do with culture. I shouldn't have to get up out of my chair and beg the server to do her job. It's a total and complete lack of attention. A lot of it has to do with being understaffed also. They have these servers also taking care of to go orders being picked up. So due to their lack of training they quickly get overwhelmed and it results in shitty service for dine-in customers.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2536366]When I say "wave down" my server I'm literally talking about standing up waving my arms like I'm trying to wave down a rescue helicopter.[/QUOTE]Well, you're small, and hard to see in those tall booths.
I get what you're saying now.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2536339]Before CoVid I went to Ceasar and another fancy place on Revo, nice, clean, quiet, service was attentive and professional, not slow, not hurried, just right. Tijuana waiters in big restaurants are far more professional as they treat their job a life time career. If compared to big US restaurants like Morton, Ruth Chris, Maestro, Scott's ect US restaurants employ a lot of temporary, amateurs and part time waiting staff; most are untrained, some have bad attitudes and just don't give a shit.
La Perla is usually very slow as they don't have many clients and it takes time for them to prepare. I wanted to try Los Arcos but the area looked run down and smelled way too bad I did not want to go in.
Went to the Brazilian steak houses a couple times. After CoVid service was slower with fewer cuts of meat, but anything we asked was brought out promptly and served pleasantly. I have no problem giving them 30% tip most times.
Mom and pop places like Azul's, Al Capone, Titos, El Choforo, LE Damos ect have much fewer clients after CoVid. They want high turn over and are quick and efficient. We were served usually within 5 minutes after placing orders. We even bring in or store our favorite beers at a few places to make sure we have them for our dishes. They are always cordial..[/QUOTE]Ruth Chris and Mastro's servers are definitely not "untrained". Slinging $300 tomahawk ribeyes and $500 bottles of Opus is only for the top dogs. There is zero room for error in an establishment like that. I've actually worked with the Mastro brothers and I know their server training program very well. Their server training manual probably weighs ten pounds and most of their servers are certified sommeliers. These guys are some of the best you'll find anywhere.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2536366]I must not be explaining myself properly. None of what you mention is what I'm talking about.[/QUOTE]I think they were responding directly to what you wrote when you started this line of discussion.
It was as if you were boiling mad that you could not compel Mexican restaurant workers to behave just like restaurant workers in San Diego.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2535735]What do you guys think of the level of service you receive from restaurant waiters in Tijuana?
The restaurants I go to it seems like I have to wave down the server just to get them to take my order. I feel like telling them "hey I came here because I'm hungry and I want to eat some food. I didn't come here just to sit down and hang out taking up space all day long."
I've worked in restaurants and my plan was always to get your order quickly, get your food to you quickly, and get you your check quickly so I can get you out the door and on to the next paying customer. But in Tijuana restaurants it seems like the opposite. It seems like they don't mind one bit having people just wait and wait and just hangout forever at their table. They don't hurry to take your order. They don't hurry to explain the menu. They don't hurry to check up on you. They don't hurry to ask if you want the check. They don't hurry for anything at all. In the US if I receive such bad service I would consider complaining to the manager but in Tijuana I don't bother complaining because I already know that if you complain they will just treat you like YOU are the a-hole..[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2536366]I must not be explaining myself properly. None of what you mention is what I'm talking about. When I say "wave down" my server I'm literally talking about standing up waving my arms like I'm trying to wave down a rescue helicopter. [/QUOTE]I've never had this experience. I'm sorry that you have. Which restaurants were they? I will avoid them.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2536366]A lot of it has to do with being understaffed also.[/QUOTE]This is also contrary to my experience. In most places I've eaten, they have way more staff than an equivalent American restaurant would. It makes sense; when labor is cheap hire plenty of people. Sure, I often see gaggles of them just standing around, and they aren't always "eyes on" 100% of the time. But all I've ever had to do is raise my arm, or signal to a different passing waiter that I needed attention.
In the past two months I've eaten at 12-14 different restaurants in Tijuana, Playas, and Rosarito, and the service is mostly what I expect from non-US restaurants.
[QUOTE=ScatManDoo;2536455]I think they were responding directly to what you wrote when you started this line of discussion. It was as if you were boiling mad that you could not compel Mexican restaurant workers to behave just like restaurant workers in San Diego.[/QUOTE]That may be it. He wrote:
"I've worked in restaurants and my plan was always to get your order quickly, get your food to you quickly, and get you your check quickly so I can get you out the door and on to the next paying customer. " -- To me, that's bad service. The customer is not a welcome guest in their mind.
"But in Tijuana restaurants it seems like the opposite. It seems like they don't mind one bit having people just wait and wait and just hangout forever at their table. They don't hurry to take your order. They don't hurry to explain the menu. They don't hurry to check up on you. They don't hurry to ask if you want the check. They don't hurry for anything at all. " -- Perfect explanation of la vida chicana (or tica or brasiliera or espana or italiana or....). They don't hurry. They don't mind having you sit there. The goal is not to turn tables, it's to allow their guests to enjoy themselves.
It's that same "hurry" mentality that Americans bring everywhere. We get mad when the chica is an hour late for a date. I admit, I get this way, when she said she was going to meet me at 6:00 and I message her at 6:15 and she says "Waiting on an uber" and she's 30 minutes away. Drives me nuts. But it's the way they live their lives.
One thing I noticed on my last two trips was restaurants with signs asking people not to stay longer than 90 minutes. I figured it must be a governmental thing, since they all used the 90 minute guide. The hostess made a point to let know that there was a time limit, and apologizing for it. Once, I was being seated at a restaurant that closed at 10:00. It was just after 9:00 and I was already nervous that I would be keeping them past their closing time, and she still told me that I couldn't stay more than 90 minutes.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2536427]Ruth Chris and Mastro's servers are definitely not "untrained". Slinging $300 tomahawk ribeyes and $500 bottles of Opus is only for the top dogs. There is zero room for error in an establishment like that. I've actually worked with the Mastro brothers and I know their server training program very well. Their server training manual probably weighs ten pounds and most of their servers are certified sommeliers. These guys are some of the best you'll find anywhere.[/QUOTE]Is it possible that you are more sensitive to poor service because you are in the same profession and so your service standards are higher than the rest of us? Common, we wine about paying $5-10 more for sex with a hottie 1/2 our age. I buy my wine by the gallon and I cook my own chuck steak when the sirloin isn't on sale.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2536803]Is it possible that you are more sensitive to poor service because you are in the same profession and so your service standards are higher than the rest of us? Common, we wine about paying $5-10 more for sex with a hottie 1/2 our age. I buy my wine by the gallon and I cook my own chuck steak when the sirloin isn't on sale.[/QUOTE]Oh definitely, yes I instinctively judge every little move the staff makes, the look and feel of the place, the organization from the second I walk in the door. But I think it's just bad luck, I've been going to these places that employ young untrained staff, and they're operate understaffed as well so it just is what it is. My strategy going forward is to continue tipping well and be more proactive with instructing the servers what I want and how I want it. Like the putas your experience can drastically improve with repeat visits. The main restaurant I go to there are actually bells on the tables, those ding ding bells things you hit downward with your hand. A US restaurant would never have something so degrading and douchebaggy, and no American server would work at a place with freaking bells on the table. There's a good chance a fistfight would break out if you ring a bell at a restaurant server in the US. That's another "culture" thing I've noticed in Mexico it seems to be socially acceptable to be degrading towards others especially people who are serving you. But hey I'm still learning all this culture stuff.
To add my 2 cents to this discussion. You get your check when you ask for it in a restaurant. That's the Mexican way and the way in Latin and South America. It would considered rude for a waiter to bring your check before you ask for it. The theory is they want you to stay in the restaurant as long as you want and relax (chill). No rush.
Bayboy,
Different grades of restaurants operate differently.
In upscale places, waiters should take away plates and utensils after each course to give you a clean table, but should not bring the bill because the clients may be ordering more drinks, deserts ect. Fast food and mom and pop places earn thin margins and they want fast turn over. Some will give you the bill right after you are served.
People in Canada, Europe and South America like to gather, dine, drink and talk. French and Italians would sit all day in sidewalk cafes talking to friends and people watching. Such idle past times are frowned upon in the US. Americans are more hurried and brief in conversations unless they are lobbyists in expensive restaurants, kissing legislators' asses to steal from the public, then they spend big money all night eating, drinking and talking. It was very nice seeing crowds of thousands people hang out on the streets of Montreal and BS As late on warm summer nights, drinking, talking, laughing, enjoying each other's companies peacefully and lovingly. In the US such gatherings would invite fights, crimes, violence.
I have seen large, fancy steak houses in BS As where people eat, drink and talk for hours over dinner. Americans are not that social and they don't usually like anyone that much, including their own families, to spend that much time to dine and talk unfortunately.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2537727]Bayboy,
Different grades of restaurants operate differently.
In upscale places, waiters should take away plates and utensils after each course to give you a clean table, but should not bring the bill because the clients may be ordering more drinks, deserts ect. Fast food and mom and pop places earn thin margins and they want fast turn over. Some will give you the bill right after you are served.
People in Canada, Europe and South America like to gather, dine, drink and talk. French and Italians would sit all day in sidewalk cafes talking to friends and people watching. Such idle past times are frowned upon in the US. Americans are more hurried and brief in conversations unless they are lobbyists in expensive restaurants, kissing legislators' asses to steal from the public, then they spend big money all night eating, drinking and talking. It was very nice seeing crowds of thousands people hang out on the streets of Montreal and BS As late on warm summer nights, drinking, talking, laughing, enjoying each other's companies peacefully and lovingly. In the US such gatherings would invite fights, crimes, violence.
I have seen large, fancy steak houses in BS As where people eat, drink and talk for hours over dinner. Americans are not that social and they don't usually like anyone that much, including their own families, to spend that much time to dine and talk unfortunately.[/QUOTE]One of the first frases I learned in Spanish classes was, 'La Cuenta Por Favor. '.
I've been to Buenos Aires a few times and people really get into it there. They get off work and meet up w friends in cafes, bars, restaurants and talk drink and hang out for hours, and then they have dinner late at night (9-10-11 pm).
Even during the daytime, it always looked like the coffee shops had a lot oif people in there, talking w each other.
I saw it at Chiki Jai restaurant. There were groups of people there talking, drinking beer and wine. Just chilling and BSing. Americans could learn something from this lifestyle / culture. The bill is the last thing from the waiter.
Artiste.
One of my favorite restaurants anywhere is the 100's Seafood Buffet under the overpass intersection of I805 and route 8.
Their facility is nice, clean, upscale, seafood is abundant, fresh, delicious. Thursday and Friday night you can have AYCE Maine lobster, lobster claws, raw oyster, clams, steaks ect, all for $35, which is an excellent deal. The place is way better than any fancy buffet in Las Vegas at a fraction of the prices, run by a Filipino family. The place was packed; usually have to wait half hour for diner. I drove family and friends to SD just for that sumptuous feast, well, then we head over to Tijuana hehe.
They opened briefly for outdoors dining under the tent in Oct 2020, but looks like they are now closed for good. I called a few times but nobody answered their phone. Most other seafood buffets are also closed for good. The remaining few are struggling with fewer diners and operating at a loss.
Our good life is really fucked by this CoVid bullshit.
My issues with waiters is they don't leave me alone enough and they take your plate away from you too soon. Otherwise they mean well. I get much better food and service in Tijuana than in SD. SD has horrible food and prices are insane.
Bayboy.
You may have gone to the wrong school.
The first phrase I learned from Coahuila Universidad was "Cuanto para la cuarto?
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2537983]Artiste.
One of my favorite restaurants anywhere is the 100's Seafood Buffet under the overpass intersection of I805 and route 8.
Their facility is nice, clean, upscale, seafood is abundant, fresh, delicious. Thursday and Friday night you can have AYCE Maine lobster, lobster claws, raw oyster, clams, steaks ect, all for $35, which is an excellent deal. The place is way better than any fancy buffet in Las Vegas at a fraction of the prices, run by a Filipino family. The place was packed; usually have to wait half hour for diner. I drove family and friends to SD just for that sumptuous feast, well, then we head over to Tijuana hehe.
They opened briefly for outdoors dining under the tent in Oct 2020, but looks like they are now closed for good. I called a few times but nobody answered their phone. Most other seafood buffets are also closed for good. The remaining few are struggling with fewer diners and operating at a loss.
Our good life is really fucked by this CoVid bullshit.
My issues with waiters is they don't leave me alone enough and they take your plate away from you too soon. Otherwise they mean well. I get much better food and service in Tijuana than in SD. SD has horrible food and prices are insane.[/QUOTE]I wonder if this is the same place I went to in National City. The place was called ACE CRAB. It was incredible. They sell seafood by the pound and you choose the seasoning. They bring it bolted in plastic bags and you wear aprons and eat off a picnic table with paper towels and bare hands. I told the waiter next time I would just show up in a bathing suit so I could hop in the shower afterwards. The dinner was rather messy but good eats nonetheless.
100's seafood buffet, AYCE lobster, crab, shrimp, steaks.
Does not sound like your place.
On the topic of San Diego restaurants, the last time I was in San Diego last month, a restaurant I checked out and really liked before heading down to Tijuana was La Puerta (Gaslamp Quarter area). Excellent margaritas. In particular a spicy margarita they have called Bark at the Moon. And an excellent California burrito. Highly recommend.
Any recommendations on Tijuana restaurants? I'm just now realizing that, other than several taco spots, the only restaurants I've ever been to in Tijuana are the AYCE Churrascaria Do Brasil and Mr. Pampas steakhouses LOL. Will look to expand my horizons on the next trip. Had a girl in the clubs that I'm friendly with recommend Mantequiila and for breakfast Sabor A Mi. Also had a sports celebrity acquaintance (can't reveal name for privacy reasons) tell me his favorite restaurant in Tijuana is La Espadana, which I noticed on my last trip is right down the street from Mr. Pampas. Any thoughts on these or other restaurants are welcome. I'm a "meat + potatoes" restaurant kind of guy, though I don't eat seafood (allergic).
[QUOTE=BrotherMouzone;2538281]Any recommendations on Tijuana restaurants?[/QUOTE]If you like seafood, there are lots of good options. For fancy you have Lionfish in Zona Rio. For good and classy but not super fancy in el Centro you have Cevicheria Corriente (my favorite restaurant in Tijuana) or Mariscos Loretos.
If seafood is not your thing there are plenty of other choices. Mision 19 is a foodie destination, famous, but fancy and expensive. Caesar's is on Revolucion not far from Zona Norte and is where the Caesar salad was invented. You should go there at least once just for the experience (they have pretty good steaks and pasta dishes). Across the street from Caesar's is Piedra Santa, with good authentic Oaxacan cuisine (not the best in town and a bit pricy because of the location). Also near there is Verde y Crema or La Justina. Both are great local places, nice and a bit pricy but great food and convenient locations.
Tijuana has a huge and growing food scene, so you will find lots of options. This article from Eater magazine has some good suggestions: [URL]https://sandiego.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-tijuana-mexico[/URL].
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2538304]If you like seafood, there are lots of good options. For fancy you have Lionfish in Zona Rio. For good and classy but not super fancy in el Centro you have Cevicheria Corriente (my favorite restaurant in Tijuana) or Mariscos Loretos.
If seafood is not your thing there are plenty of other choices. Mision 19 is a foodie destination, famous, but fancy and expensive. Caesar's is on Revolucion not far from Zona Norte and is where the Caesar salad was invented. You should go there at least once just for the experience (they have pretty good steaks and pasta dishes). Across the street from Caesar's is Piedra Santa, with good authentic Oaxacan cuisine (not the best in town and a bit pricy because of the location). Also near there is Verde y Crema or La Justina. Both are great local places, nice and a bit pricy but great food and convenient locations.
Tijuana has a huge and growing food scene, so you will find lots of options. This article from Eater magazine has some good suggestions: [URL]https://sandiego.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-tijuana-mexico[/URL].[/QUOTE]I like Villa Marina in Zona Rio for seafood. Ricardo's in Centro is good all around especially their menudo. It's nice but not fancy. As an added bonus, it's open 24 hours.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2538405]I like Villa Marina in Zona Rio for seafood.[/QUOTE]Looks good. I've added it to my list, thanks!
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2538405]Ricardo's in Centro is good all around especially their menudo. It's nice but not fancy. As an added bonus, it's open 24 hours.[/QUOTE]I've been to their Playas location. It was pretty good. Didn't know they had one in Centro. From their web site they have one in Zona Rio as well.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2538689]Looks good. I've added it to my list, thanks!
I've been to their Playas location. It was pretty good. Didn't know they had one in Centro. From their web site they have one in Zona Rio as well.[/QUOTE]Be careful with the Ricardo's at plaza Rio. I paid by debit card and the bastard waiter took my card to the back and cloned it. Next morning I get a fraud alert from my bank a withdrawal was made at an ATM in Mexico City. I had to cancel my card and get a new one which is a pain in the ass. That's how I found out the hard way, in Mexico only pay by card with the machine they bring to your table.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2538689]Looks good. I've added it to my list, thanks!
I've been to their Playas location. It was pretty good. Didn't know they had one in Centro. From their web site they have one in Zona Rio as well.[/QUOTE]Tijuana is so much more than chicas. It has great weather, especially when it's scorching hot in most of the USA during summer. The food is great and cheap. 15 peso or not much more beers outside the Zona. Guys like to complain but find me a more accessible place with as much to offer without looking over your shoulder for cops as you partake in the hobby.
BTW, the hotdogs just outside to the right of the main entrance to HK are amazing.
Whose been to that amazing Brazilian steak house recently? Just made reservations. Looking forward to it. Does anyone have any recent experiences there? Any changes since covid.
Mr. Pampas has branches in major cities, 4 branches in Tijuana alone.
After CoVid the salad bar is smaller and varieties of cuts have been reduced. However you can ask for any of the cuts and they would grill it up and serve it.
Not on this list, but last time they wheeled out huge chunks of roast beef and roast pork. The roast beef melted in the mouth and was buttery, full of beefy taste and flavor, one of the best roast beef I've had anywhere. A favorite cut in Brazil is the hump, called Cubim, buttery, better than any Waigyu beef.
Take a picture of these cuts and ask the waiter to bring out your cuts.
Aguja Norteña Northern Needle New York steak.
Asado de tira Strip roast.
Camarones Shrimp.
Chistorra Spanish pork sausage.
Pierna de cordero Leg of lamb.
Chorizo brasileño Brazilian sausage.
Churrasco Barbecue.
Costilla BBQ BBQ rib.
Costilla de Res Beef Rib.
Filete mignon Filete mignon.
Negritos con tocino Negritos with bacon.
Picaña Picaña top sirloin w cap.
Arrachera Skirt steak.
Pechuga de pollo con limon Lemon chicken breast.
Pulpo Octopus.
Tomahawk Tomahawk steak.
Sirloin Sirloin.
Tripa de leche Milk tripe.
Trompo al pastor Shepherd spindle grill.
Filete al limon Lemon steak.
Filete a la mostaza Mustard steak.
Sirloin con ajo Sirloin with garlic.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2538698]Be careful with the Ricardo's at plaza Rio. I paid by debit card and the bastard waiter took my card to the back and cloned it. Next morning I get a fraud alert from my bank a withdrawal was made at an ATM in Mexico City. I had to cancel my card and get a new one which is a pain in the ass. That's how I found out the hard way, in Mexico only pay by card with the machine they bring to your table.[/QUOTE]Have to admit, I love my AppleCard for travel. M / see works anywhere. And if its copied, I can generate a new CC# in about 10 seconds. No waiting for a new card.
I can / have generated a new card every day on the ground in some countries. No problems.
What is the expected dress code for going to Mr. Pampas? Seen people talking about it here, and tried finding something online, but coming up empty. When I'm in Tijuana I'm more of a shorts and T shirt kind of guy, would that work there?
Bocephious.
Mr. Pampas is where upscale Mexican families and dating couples go to celebrate. They wear respectable but casual clothes. Even the wait staff wear nice, clean uniforms and they act professional like in upscale US restaurants.
There is no dress code, but using common sense you should not dress down in cheap clothes. You should wear casual but upscale clothes. Dress shorts with shirts, polo shirts, Hawaiian shirts would look cool. Don't show up in pajamas, gym clothes or dirty rags and you will be OK.
I no longer see the discount in Mr. Pampas' web site.
Churrascaria at the Hippodromo shopping mall has 30% discount after 6 PM any night of the week, while the branch near Zona Rio mall only discounts Mon through Thursday. Dinner would be around $12, premium beers only $2, wines start at $15 a bottle, very good deals.
The meat cuts in their web sites are just a start. They do bring out other cuts depending on what are available. I was in Mr. Pampas a few weeks ago for lunch, they wheeled out a huge slab of roast beef, must be top sirloin, with a thick fat cap. That was the best, juiciest, tenderest and tastiest roast beef I ever had.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2539139]Bocephious.
Mr. Pampas is where upscale Mexican families and dating couples go to celebrate. They wear respectable but casual clothes. Even the wait staff wear nice, clean uniforms and they act professional like in upscale US restaurants.
There is no dress code, but using common sense you should not dress down in cheap clothes. You should wear casual but upscale clothes. Dress shorts with shirts, polo shirts, Hawaiian shirts would look cool. Don't show up in pajamas, gym clothes or dirty rags and you will be OK.[/QUOTE]Thanks, mostly wear golf shorts, so bringing a couple of polos shouldn't be an issue.
[QUOTE=Bocephious;2539047]What is the expected dress code for going to Mr. Pampas? Seen people talking about it here, and tried finding something online, but coming up empty. When I'm in Tijuana I'm more of a shorts and T shirt kind of guy, would that work there?[/QUOTE]You'll be fine with casual dress, as long as it's nothing too scruffy LOL. I went to Mr. Pampas last month with a hoodie, shorts, and might've even been wearing flip-flops and it was perfectly fine.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2539151]I no longer see the discount in Mr. Pampas' web site.
Churrascaria at the Hippodromo shopping mall has 30% discount after 6 PM any night of the week, while the branch near Zona Rio mall only discounts Mon through Thursday. Dinner would be around $12, premium beers only $2, wines start at $15 a bottle, very good deals.
The meat cuts in their web sites are just a start. They do bring out other cuts depending on what are available. I was in Mr. Pampas a few weeks ago for lunch, they wheeled out a huge slab of roast beef, must be top sirloin, with a thick fat cap. That was the best, juiciest, tenderest and tastiest roast beef I ever had.[/QUOTE]I have reservations set for 8 pm. But I see they close at 10 pm. I don't want to be "THAT GUY" and have the workers upset because I'm keeping them later. Or at 8 pm is there still a lot of people.
[QUOTE=QuickLove;2539241]I have reservations set for 8 pm. But I see they close at 10 pm. I don't want to be "THAT GUY" and have the workers upset because I'm keeping them later. Or at 8 pm is there still a lot of people.[/QUOTE]8 Pm isn't 'that guy' territory.
930 is.
2 hours gives you plenty of time for fine dining.
Chuurascaria do Brasil opens until midnight. It's as good as Mr. Pampas.
[QUOTE=QuickLove;2539241]I have reservations set for 8 pm. But I see they close at 10 pm. I don't want to be "THAT GUY" and have the workers upset because I'm keeping them later. Or at 8 pm is there still a lot of people.[/QUOTE]With the COVID situation might call ahead to 100% confirm the hours they close. Last July, Ubered to the Churrascaria Do Brasil on Agua Caliente and got there at some point between 8:30 and 9 because the website said they closed at 10, but they were already closed (was completely empty with the lights out and nobody there so they'd apparently been closed for a while). Was able to Uber to the location in Zona Rio right after that and eat there instead (called ahead to confirm they were still open) but that really pissed me off at the time LOL Point is, closing hours can sometimes even now still be a bit unpredictable with COVID. Same is true even for a lot of restaurants here in the USA.
Pampas has shitty parking during meal times. Do you guys park elsewhere? Or just try to park at their lot?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2539493]Pampas has shitty parking during meal times. Do you guys park elsewhere? Or just try to park at their lot?[/QUOTE]Yeah, there was a line literally around the block of cars waiting to get into the parking lot to park the last time I was there (though that was Valentine's Day last month, which I assume would be expected to be a busy day). I never drive in Tijuana (took Uber) so this is never an issue for me fortunately.
[QUOTE=Bocephious;2539047]What is the expected dress code for going to Mr. Pampas? Seen people talking about it here, and tried finding something online, but coming up empty. When I'm in Tijuana I'm more of a shorts and T shirt kind of guy, would that work there?[/QUOTE]There is no dress code, per se. But just because you *can* wear shorts and a t-shirt doesn't mean you *should* wear them. In Mexico, as in many countries, shorts / t-shirt / flip-flops are considered beach wear. Adult males (unless you're a joto) do not wear this sort of thing. Sadly, lots of gringos (California natives especially) ignore this and dress any-damn-way-they-please. The locals are used to it, so you won't be banned. You'll be OK, but you will help to perpetuate the stereotype.
Also, Pampas is to Mexican dining as Sizzler is to American dining. Relatively low price, relatively nice atmosphere and you can make a pig of yourself. But if you're looking for great food there are far better options.
Clunkerfan is again trying to denigrate some of the most popular and the best choices in Tijuana.
Mr. Pampas why Churrascaria do Brasil are not the equivalents of Sizzler in the US. They are the equivalents of the $70 churrascarias in LA and OC. In fact I found them livelier, richer, more upscale, serving more varieties and better cuts of meats with better service than those in the US.
The advantage over steak houses is you can taste all different cuts of meats and seafood. Just ask them to bring out your favorite cuts grilled to your taste and they would gladly serve you. Last time I was in Mr. Pampas for lunch they wheeled out on a cart a huge slab of roast beef with a fat cap, tender, juicy, tasty, full of beefy aromas, clearly the best roast beef I've had anywhere.
ClunkerFan also puts down nice, clean, hot, young, fresh, beautiful girls in La zona Norte in favor of his old, ugly, shriveled, illiterate retired putas in Otay hehe.
Jackie.
I never had problems parking at Mr Pampas' original location on Gen Rodriguez. Just gie the car to the valet.
If coming from la zona it's far more convenient to take $2 Uber ride.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2539518]Relatively low price, relatively nice atmosphere and you can make a pig of yourself.[/QUOTE]That's hard to beat.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2539518]There is no dress code, per se. But just because you *can* wear shorts and a t-shirt doesn't mean you *should* wear them. In Mexico, as in many countries, shorts / t-shirt / flip-flops are considered beach wear. Adult males (unless you're a joto) do not wear this sort of thing. Sadly, lots of gringos (California natives especially) ignore this and dress any-damn-way-they-please. The locals are used to it, so you won't be banned. You'll be OK, but you will help to perpetuate the stereotype.
Also, Pampas is to Mexican dining as Sizzler is to American dining. Relatively low price, relatively nice atmosphere and you can make a pig of yourself. But if you're looking for great food there are far better options.[/QUOTE]Pampas and Churrascaria are nothing like Sizzler. I was at Pampas last weekend and was surprised at how nice of an establishment it was. The salad bar was terrific and the same can be said about the meats. Service was great as well. And who cares about perpetuating the stereotype? I'm sure the ownership gladly welcomes my gringo business.
To me, Pampas look like one of those upscale Casino buffets, but a hella cheaper.
[QUOTE=RikyMichaels7;2539643]Pampas and Churrascaria are nothing like Sizzler. I was at Pampas last weekend and was surprised at how nice of an establishment it was. The salad bar was terrific and the same can be said about the meats. Service was great as well. And who cares about perpetuating the stereotype? I'm sure the ownership gladly welcomes my gringo business.[/QUOTE]Geez, Loise. There's a lot of anti-Sizzler sentiment out there.
I'm not hating on Sizzler. Now I'm only familiar with the ones in CA, so maybe in other parts of the country they are terrible. My point is that Sizzler has a decent, family-friendly atmosphere. They have reasonably decent service. They have a huge salad bar. They serve inexpensive meat. They are reasonably priced so that you can feed the entire family for not a ton of money. Mr. Pampas is much the same. Lots of families go there. The service is decent. You can "get your money's worth" without having to resort to a gawdawful Mexican buffet. If you're looking for a lot of food for not a lot of money you can't go wrong. (Sadly, too many gringos conflate quality with quantity). But as far as fine dining goes, Mr. Pampas is not it. There are much better options if AYCE isn't top on the priority list.
Anybody who has any knowledge of running a business knows that a company with the business model of Pampas / Sizzler / whoever cannot serve the best grades of meat. You will go BK after the first 250 pound gringo. One may like the flavor, or one may not. That's subjective. But it's an indisputable fact that they cannot afford the "really good stuff. " This is not a criticism of either establishment, it's just a statement of facts. Lots of people like Sizzler, lots of people like Pampas. If you do, go and have fun. Just don't tell newbies that Pampas is the ne plus ultra of Mexican dining.
I will say that the gringo "I'll-do-any-damn-thing-I-want-because-the-owners-are-begging-for-my-Yankee-dollars" attitude is why so many Americans are looked upon poorly in many countries. Pampas is buried on the weekends, and couldn't care less about one gringo more or less. This is one big reason that I avoid any gringo-centric establishment in Mexico. It seems this combination attracts the worst of both worlds.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2539839]Geez, Loise. There's a lot of anti-Sizzler sentiment out there.
I'm not hating on Sizzler. Now I'm only familiar with the ones in CA, so maybe in other parts of the country they are terrible. My point is that Sizzler has a decent, family-friendly atmosphere. They have reasonably decent service. They have a huge salad bar. They serve inexpensive meat. They are reasonably priced so that you can feed the entire family for not a ton of money. Mr. Pampas is much the same. Lots of families go there. The service is decent. You can "get your money's worth" without having to resort to a gawdawful Mexican buffet. If you're looking for a lot of food for not a lot of money you can't go wrong. (Sadly, too many gringos conflate quality with quantity). But as far as fine dining goes, Mr. Pampas is not it. There are much better options if AYCE isn't top on the priority list.
Anybody who has any knowledge of running a business knows that a company with the business model of Pampas / Sizzler / whoever cannot serve the best grades of meat. You will go BK after the first 250 pound gringo. One may like the flavor, or one may not. That's subjective. But it's an indisputable fact that they cannot afford the "really good stuff. " This is not a criticism of either establishment, it's just a statement of facts. Lots of people like Sizzler, lots of people like Pampas. If you do, go and have fun. Just don't tell newbies that Pampas is the ne plus ultra of Mexican dining.
I will say that the gringo "I'll-do-any-damn-thing-I-want-because-the-owners-are-begging-for-my-Yankee-dollars" attitude is why so many Americans are looked upon poorly in many countries. Pampas is buried on the weekends, and couldn't care less about one gringo more or less. This is one big reason that I avoid any gringo-centric establishment in Mexico. It seems this combination attracts the worst of both worlds.[/QUOTE]I haven't been to the Pampas type places in Tijuana but I've been to Fogo de Chao in the US and I basically saw it as a fancy Golden Corral. Yes they're ingredients and meats are definitely a grade higher than Golden Corral but they're definitely not top grade Del Frisco's-Mastro's-Ruth Chris level grade of meat. It would be mathematically impossible to do all you can eat with top grade meat. You'd have to charge $300 usd a head just to break even.
Hey y'all. I'll be staying at Cascadas this weekend. But, before I leave, someone wants me to pick up some spicy Mexican candy (chilii lollipops) and that de la rosa cookie. Would Oxxo have that or should I get at one of those little sari-sari stores near Pedwest when I cross back through??
Sizzler in Thailand is high-eatin actually.
[QUOTE=Necropet;2541589]Hey y'all. I'll be staying at Cascadas this weekend. But, before I leave, someone wants me to pick up some spicy Mexican candy (chilii lollipops) and that de la rosa cookie. Would Oxxo have that or should I get at one of those little sari-sari stores near Pedwest when I cross back through??[/QUOTE]Hop in a taxi and ask to go to Mercado Hidalgo in Zona Rio. You will have tons of options for those and many more mexican sweets.
Use the blue and white taxis in front of Chicago Club. They are trust worthy.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2541604]Hop in a taxi and ask to go to Mercado Hidalgo in Zona Rio. You will have tons of options for those and many more mexican sweets.
Use the blue and white taxis in front of Chicago Club. They are trust worthy.[/QUOTE]Awesome. Thank you! I suspect the stores are open despite Covid shit?
[QUOTE=Necropet;2541607]Awesome. Thank you! I suspect the stores are open despite Covid shit?[/QUOTE]I assume so. It is a rather busy outdoor market area. You are going to find stores loaded with good sweets. I recommend you try the candied sweet potato and other unique items. You are in for a treat.
Pampas & Churrascaria are different types of restaurants so there is not really comparison. The cuts of meat are good at both places. But you cannot expect them to have guys coming by with filet Mignon. Personally Pampas is to noisy for my tastes.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2539903]I haven't been to the Pampas type places in Tijuana but I've been to Fogo de Chao in the US and I basically saw it as a fancy Golden Corral. Yes they're ingredients and meats are definitely a grade higher than Golden Corral but they're definitely not top grade Del Frisco's-Mastro's-Ruth Chris level grade of meat. It would be mathematically impossible to do all you can eat with top grade meat. You'd have to charge $300 usd a head just to break even.[/QUOTE]
Somehow I don't think that guys that eat at all-you-can-eat places know the difference between types of cuts or graded quality.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2541615]I assume so. It is a rather busy outdoor market area. You are going to find stores loaded with good sweets. I recommend you try the candied sweet potato and other unique items. You are in for a treat.[/QUOTE]Another place worth checking out is "Mercado El Popo" on second street, two blocks away from Hong Kong.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2542551]Another place worth checking out is "Mercado El Popo" on second street, two blocks away from Hong Kong.[/QUOTE]Poop market? Seriously?
Jackie.
The only criterion is the more expensive grades have more marbling, makes the meat more tender and flavorful when grilled. Some steak houses age and tenderize the meat then add a pat of butter on top after burning it, solving all problems. Pampas roasts a huge slab of meat with 2 inches fat cap on top. The fat leaks down makes the meat tender and flavorful. I don't care what grade it was, it was the best roast beef I ever had.
Filet mignon is way too tender and lean, lacking texture and taste. Pampas would wrap them in bacon and grill them, defeat the purposes of the steak. I prefer rib eyes or New York steaks, about the right texture with lots more taste. The picanha with the fat cap is also very tasty.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2542551]Another place worth checking out is "Mercado El Popo" on second street, two blocks away from Hong Kong.[/QUOTE]YES for sure. Just be careful of the swarming bees outside.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2542902]YES for sure. Just be careful of the swarming bees outside.[/QUOTE]Their little bee foot prints on the candy help make it authentic.
I've been back a couple of times to this small place that I discovered in January. El Arte Paella, Milenio Center off Agua Caliente (close to the the'Volada coffee shop). Good. Big paella starting w a bed of brown rice and a whole bunch of other stuff:
Big camarrones, calamari, puerco, pulpo, almejas, mejillones, peas, green olives etc.
Comes w salad and bread.
Only 200 pesos ($10). Open 12-6 Tues. -Sun.
I was at Hotel Nelson and had their Super Torta. It had carne asada, ham, cheese, and an egg. Plus lettuce, tomato, and guacamole sauce thrown in. Great meal. All for 85 pesos.
[QUOTE=BayBoy;2545706]I was at Hotel Nelson and had their Super Torta. It had carne asada, ham, cheese, and an egg. Plus lettuce, tomato, and guacamole sauce thrown in. Great meal. All for 85 pesos.[/QUOTE]This is a great sandwich chain in Tijuana. Highly Recommend if you feel like a torta.
[URL]https://latortaplaza.com[/URL]
Took an Uber ride with 2 wingmen to Churras do Brasil's original location at the Hippodromo mall Thursday night 8 PM.
There were 10 parties ahead of us, so we had to wait out in the cold air at balcony with gas heaters. Fortunately a few parties canceled so we were taken to a table out in the balcony. The air was chilly.
The salad bar was fresh with lots of good fresh veggies. We were served lots of cuts of meat, including filet mignon and picanha, top sirloin with fat cap, but most were dry an dtasteless. Meseros wheeled out a slab of roast beef on a cart. It was about 1/4 the size of Mr Pampas' roast beef for lunch time, and it was dry, tough, tasteless. I would avoid Churrass and go to Mr. Pampas just for its tender and tasty roast beef.
With Mon-Thursday discount it costed about $14 each for food and $2 for a premium beer, not a bad deal. My wingman liked the place and would bring his friends next time, but I would recommend him to go to Mr. Pampas instead.
Pati goes to Tijuana: [URL]https://youtu.be/RV1XmVZr_Vw[/URL].
[QUOTE=TheCane;2548511]Pati goes to Tijuana: [URL]https://youtu.be/RV1XmVZr_Vw[/URL].[/QUOTE]She has a cool site. I think I watch Tijuana food channels more than any other youtube channels. But her next video was about the Torta. Am I missing something because I usually skip the torta sandwich?
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2548796]She has a cool site. I think I watch Tijuana food channels more than any other youtube channels. But her next video was about the Torta. Am I missing something because I usually skip the torta sandwich?[/QUOTE]That video talks about a torta and a special taco at that Tio Pepe place. Both look incredible. Anybody been there?
Can someone recommend a good takeout for Carne Asada steak? I'm looking to pick some on the way back every time I'm down here.
"Taco Alley & Steak" in Tijuana. New video from the "Crossing South" series. Jorge visits Taco alley and Palominos restaurants and consumes Black Onyx steak for USD 45. Here is the link to the video [URL]https://video.kpbs.org/video/taco-alley-steak-g9cqoo/[/URL].
Jorge should do a video about the famous taco stands on Ave. Coahuila in La Zona Norte, complete with many Mexico's traditional putas bars, the sound of happy and fun music, sight of beautiful young women and the sexy scents of their perfumes.
Then Jorge should sit next to HK's strip stage, looking up long sexy legs, hot crotches and big, bouncy boobs, and order Azul's world's famous rib eyes or skirt steaks. Make sure he orders medium or well done to prevent diarrhea, and the steaks cut up so he doesn't have to tear into them with his claws and teeth.
Calle Coahuila is Mexico's famous landmark and a UNESCO's heritage site.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2552590]Jorge should do a video about the famous taco stands on Ave. Coahuila in La Zona Norte, complete with many Mexico's traditional putas bars, the sound of happy and fun music, sight of beautiful young women and the sexy scents of their perfumes.
Then Jorge should sit next to HK's strip stage, looking up long sexy legs, hot crotches and big, bouncy boobs, and order Azul's world's famous rib eyes or skirt steaks. Make sure he orders medium or well done to prevent diarrhea, and the steaks cut up so he doesn't have to tear into them with his claws and teeth.
Calle Coahuila is Mexico's famous landmark and a UNESCO's heritage site.[/QUOTE]Zona Norte "UNESCO's heritage site"! Hehehe that's good! I guess Jorge and the camera man are afraid to film in Zona Norte. But also this series is for PBS in San Diego. In Zona Norte on You Tube the number one reporter is insider Luke Powell link to his videos [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsLiQzpvNWU[/URL].
One night in Mexico in 1943, at the Victory Club restaurant in Piedras Negras, some USA Army wives showed up hungry. Unfortunately, the kitchen had closed. The women were visiting from Eagle Pass, Texas, a few miles across the border, and though the story's not clear on why exactly they were in town—some accounts say they were shopping; others say they were there to get drunk on chicos, blackberry tequila cocktails that were trendy at the time—what is known is that the maître the' that night was fast on his feet, nimble enough to run into the kitchen and throw together a snack: fried tortilla pieces topped with melted cheese and cold, pickled slices of jalapeño.
The man's name was Ignacio Anaya. His nickname was Nacho. When the ladies asked what the dish was called—presumably because they liked it, why else inquire?—Ignacio replied, "Nacho's especiales."
Many years later, a bronze plaque honoring Anaya was placed in town, and the dish named for him is enjoyed worldwide. I've eaten them in at least half of our 50 states, never mind in France, South Africa, and a small ski resort town in northern Japan. People are frequently surprised when I tell them how nachos began. Some expect a quaint peasant narrative from deep in Mexico. Others can't believe "cheese on chips" warrants a birth certificate in the first place. A Mexican improvisation for American palates—as an origin story, it's pretty much the definition of Tex-Mex, or should I say Mex-Tex? In any case, nachos were born, and they've been mutating ever since.
Nachos are my favorite meal. I've eaten them for as long as I can remember eating. In the week and a half it took me to write this story, I ate them three times. If nachos are on a menu, I order them. The fact is that between a great plate of nachos and anything else, I'm not much interested in the anything else.
I credit my parents. We didn't eat much in restaurants growing up, but if my sister or I got a good report card, the family went out, and the student got to pick the destination. I liked Benny's. It was a dive bar near the train station where my dad caught the express each morning, commuting to New York City from Connecticut. The bar was reliably good for depressing lighting and aggressive substance abuse. And until my last visit—Benny's closed a few years ago—the nachos were prime.
But Anaya's recipe is considered traditional, sacrosanct, perhaps blue-blooded in its austerity: shards of fried and salted corn tortilla, melted Wisconsin cheeses, jalapeños. Typical modern variants include condiments like pico de gallo and sour cream, not to mention those trays of chips with warm Cheez Whiz in bowling alleys. "Gourmet" nachos can be found bearing hollandaise sauce. When home cooks photograph their "dessert nachos" for social media, are nachos even a dish anymore, or are they a formula—I. E. , stuff with other stuff piled on top? Formulas have a way of inviting deviation. One night last week I ate out in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, and on the menu of this seafood joint were "nachos" made from wonton crisps, topped with ahi tuna. (I didn't order them.).
If nachos aspire to be anything, it may be the sandwich, minus its dignity. After all, you can't have a sandwich without at least a slice of bread, just as nachos without chips would be. A mess. Sandwiches deserve their prestige. The category rests on its canon. Classics like the tuna melt, the PB&J, the jambon-beurre. For the nacho, several well-known iterations do appear consistently. For example, the real deal, Ignacio-style, my favorite, with single chips individually treated, prevalent in Texas and better restaurants nationwide (including Chili's, incidentally). What I call "The Molten Pile" is better known, ubiquitous in college towns, ski towns, every town, and more likely to be bad than good. Sometimes it's downright gross: scoops of sour cream that smother, chips turned gluey from too much cheese. I've developed survival tactics for lands unknown—I request all condiments on the side and no lettuce, no olives. Still, more than once I've sent back a plate for being cold and submerged in salsa. The truth is, for many people, line cooks included, nachos are garbage food, populist calories for drunks; they just don't deserve care. . .
Americans tend to Americanize. Put a sausage in a roll, it's a hot dog, end of story. In the case of nachos, though, thanks to Anaya and those Army wives, the dish was created for the American palate from the start. But that wasn't good enough. Like with everything else we say we value as a nation—internal combustion engines, human rights—we tinker endlessly. Sushi nachos. Christmas nachos. Chips with cinnamon and sugar, topped with caramel sauce. But evolution doesn't always mean progress. Natural selection includes fits and starts. In the case of nachos, I want to celebrate the original, a snack actually born out of necessity. Homemade chips. Real cheese. Briny, spicy jalapeño slices. As a culinary formula, it's as perfectly coherent as a BLT, a Coca-Cola. And it doesn't require a ladle. I can't stop the future, so I celebrate the past. Nachos may be a humble snack, but their start was profound."
Saveur.
Rosecrans Baldwin.
For guys who like light seafood snacks before drinking and cavorting with hot chicas in the bars, tt's a small place on Constitucion South of the alley and the terrible Chinese restaurant Fuhao, closer to calle 1, across from hotel Korea. He serves delicious, fresh, high-quality seafood in generous portions, much better than La Perla and the 2 stands on Coahuila.
Half dozen raw oyster, clam or cockles on the shelves, 75 pesos or about $3.80.
Shrimp coctele mediano 90 pesos or $5, a globe full of large fresh shrimp in salsa, lime juice and hot sauce.
3 fish tacos for 90 pesos or about $1.50 a piece, large fresh deep-fried fish with salsa and cheese sauce; 3 shrimp tacos for 120 pesos or $2 each, large fresh shrimp.
He has a small fridge of cold local beers, like Tecate. We bring our own favorite beers and just tip him. You can sit at tables on the sidewalk with a gaggle of street girls waiting nearby, or inside the now-closed Kentucky Fried Chicken. We usually come here to use the restroom right after arriving in Tijuana, then have some fresh seafood snacks before hitting the bars. Recommended.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2552716]Zona Norte "UNESCO's heritage site"! Hehehe that's good! I guess Jorge and the camera man are afraid to film in Zona Norte. But also this series is for PBS in San Diego. In Zona Norte on You Tube the number one reporter is insider Luke Powell link to his videos [URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsLiQzpvNWU[/URL].[/QUOTE]Funny that I spotted good old Luke in the Chicago Club a couple of weeks ago. In person he's a big not fat dude. I guess the camera do add 50 pounds to a person. Jorge has his big giant face posted everywhere in Tijuana. Hope he doesn't try to clean up the Zona Norte.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2558702]Funny that I spotted good old Luke in the Chicago Club a couple of weeks ago. In person he's a big not fat dude. I guess the camera do add 50 pounds to a person. Jorge has his big giant face posted everywhere in Tijuana. Hope he doesn't try to clean up the Zona Norte.[/QUOTE]I watch Luke's videos and have checked out a few live streams. He shows his face and puts all his personal info out there. He even puts his cell phone number out there so you can call him if you want. This is different from other ZonaTubers who just walk around with hidden cameras violating people's privacy. My issue with him is sometimes he goes on and on about how much money he makes or how many girls he fucks. I'm always skeptical about someone when they start bragging about money and at the end of the day the girls he fucks, he pays! That's not saying too much. I think as far as zona norte content goes, he's probably the best on YouTube right now. Maybe useful for someone who's not a regular to the zona. Moe.
I tried a range of restaurants on recent trip, but favorite by far was La Espadana. About a 8 min uber from Hotel Ticuan. I actually ate there twice in four days it was so good! Maybe the best Mexican food I've ever had, and I live in a major US city. I ate like a king both nights, and with 10% tip still only spent $25 per night. No English menu, so either know some Spanish, or put the translator to use. Also, I found the restaurants in that area to be much better overall than those in the Ticuan to Zona Norte area. Also a quiet respite from the craziness for a few hours a day. Enjoy!
Went down last Sunday day trip with 2 other bros, had a couple rounds of good food, sat drinking in HK, watching sports, strip shows and a couple dozens hot girls flittering by.
There were a few very beautiful new girl, pretty face, all natural boobs and butt, perfect smooth light skin. Bagged 2 girls before going home about 8:30. Checked out other bars but only HK and Chavelas had hot girls.
Had huge, fresh, sweet oyster, half dozen for $5, at Mariscos el Danmos on Constitucion, out on the sidewalk with free, unlimited view of street girls hehe. Impossible to find such fresh oyster in Califonia. Shrimp coctele also very good with large shrimp in salsa and hot sauce. The bro had a chicken nacho for $3. On Liberty path near the Arc, a few bars have $1 beer and 3 tacos for $1, damn good deal and fun to sit out in the path. They also grill seafood outside. Man, delicious.
Weekend is coming up. Anyone want to go to have some sexy fun with hot girls and fresh, spicy, delicious food?
I noticed a couple of new restaurants. Or should I say that they've been here for a while, but I finally noticed them after a year of non visits to the Zona Norte? Anyways, there is a large new restaurant between Tropical and Pepe's parking. And 2 tiny hole in the wall restaurants a couple of doorways past the Chicago bar. Anyone tried these so far? The one behind Tropical looks upscale for a Zona Norte eatery. But I never see anyone eating there. Lastly, there is an Azul tacos which is separately located from the main Azul restaurant. I see a lot of staff eat there. Standing room and carry out only. But it's got to be either cheap or tasty if the staff eats there.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2566205]I noticed a couple of new restaurants. Or should I say that they've been here for a while, but I finally noticed them after a year of non visits to the Zona Norte? Anyways, there is a large new restaurant between Tropical and Pepe's parking. And 2 tiny hole in the wall restaurants a couple of doorways past the Chicago bar. Anyone tried these so far? The one behind Tropical looks upscale for a Zona Norte eatery. But I never see anyone eating there. Lastly, there is an Azul tacos which is separately located from the main Azul restaurant. I see a lot of staff eat there. Standing room and carry out only. But it's got to be either cheap or tasty if the staff eats there.[/QUOTE]The restaurant next to Tropical is called Senda Norte. It affiliated with the hotel (like Azul is for Cascadas) and can be accessed from the second floor. It is upscale for the zona, but is still new enough that it is WILDLY inconsistent. Food varies from one visit to the next, ranging from delicious to inedible. Service is terrible. Food basically just comes out whenever it is cooked -- I've seen tables where one person is finishing their meal before the appetizers come out, and one time someone was served their dessert before the rest of the party even had food.
Menu is here: [URL]https://www.facebook.com/sendanortetj/menu[/URL].
Azul tacos are pretty mediocre. I assume the staff gets a discount or something, because I have no idea why they would eat there instead of one of the much better taco carts in the area.
The place looks very nice, clean, upscale in the pics. Looks like they invested a lot in that place in a less than good location. La Perla has been there for decades under many different owners and is just barely surviving.
Too bad it may take a long time before they will build up a steady clientele. A lot of restaurants Tijuana are just limping by, some had to close down after toughing it out a few months.
It's across from La Perla near pepe parking. Will try it out.
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$55 USD for a tomahawk steak in Mexico? Really? It better be served by 2 waitresses with DD cups, one sits on my lap the other feeding me slowly. And they better have smaller bellies than mine.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2566603]$55 USD for a tomahawk steak in Mexico? Really? It better be served by 2 waitresses with DD cups, one sits on my lap the other feeding me slowly. And they better have smaller bellies than mine.[/QUOTE]I used to work at a restaurant in the states that charges $200 for for a tomahawk steak. And of course it would be a crime not to pair it with a $400 bottle of opus. Guys would come in with high class escorts and drop a couple grand on dinner. I don't want to even try to figure out how much the escort was being paid.
[QUOTE=Jinxx;2566654]I used to work at a restaurant in the states that charges $200 for for a tomahawk steak. And of course it would be a crime not to pair it with a $400 bottle of opus. Guys would come in with high class escorts and drop a couple grand on dinner. I don't want to
even try to figure out how much the escort was being paid.[/QUOTE]That is some "balling" stuff there. I am glad I am cheap and sex girls in Mexico, I can't afford US prices anymore.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2566510]The place looks very nice, clean, upscale in the pics. Looks like they invested a lot in that place in a less than good location. La Perla has been there for decades under many different owners and is just barely surviving.
Too bad it may take a long time before they will build up a steady clientele. A lot of restaurants Tijuana are just limping by, some had to close down after toughing it out a few months.
It's across from La Perla near pepe parking. Will try it out.
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/sendanortetj/?ref=page_internal[/URL][/QUOTE]I like La Perla but nobody seems to give a shit about the place. I like the layout of it with the restaurant up front and the bar area in the back. Too bad about them being slow but now that I think about it the last few times I was in there the place was dead. Moe.
Moe,
I like La Perla too.
I would take visitors from out of the country to La Perla so they can try unique Mexican cuisine in an authentic Mexican hut with a thatched roof, well, tin roof now. A lot of them were very impressed how fresh and tasty seafood is in Mexico. They were delighted with the large fried whole fish served with salsa, shrimp botana, clam cocktail. Some serve it at home to impress their guests. But we would have to run when their bands started playing. The noise was just way too loud, very annoying. In comparison Mr. Pampas has a string quartet paying soft and sweet music, very nice to dine to.
La Perla has very few clients day or night. The menu got smaller, less interesting, raw seafood is not as fresh as the street carts. I don't know how they survive. I feel sad for them.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2569565]Moe,
I like La Perla too.
I would take visitors from out of the country to La Perla so they can try unique Mexican cuisine in an authentic Mexican hut with a thatched roof, well, tin roof now. A lot of them were very impressed how fresh and tasty seafood is in Mexico. They were delighted with the large fried whole fish served with salsa, shrimp botana, clam cocktail. Some serve it at home to impress their guests. But we would have to run when their bands started playing. The noise was just way too loud, very annoying. In comparison Mr. Pampas has a string quartet paying soft and sweet music, very nice to dine to.
La Perla has very few clients day or night. The menu got smaller, less interesting, raw seafood is not as fresh as the street carts. I don't know how they survive. I feel sad for them.[/QUOTE]They need a special on their menu. Something that is cheap, good and unavailable elsewhere in the Zona Norte. I gave their fish taco a try and found it to be disgusting. How fucking hard is it to throw a fish stick in a tortilla?
But I still eat their prepared fish. Sometimes, because they fuck up and often have no 800 g fish inventory and I have to buy a 1600 g or order something else. How the fuck am I going to at a 1.6 kg fish?
With so much floor space, they should consider turning it into a club.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2568170]That is some "balling" stuff there. I am glad I am cheap and sex girls in Mexico, I can't afford US prices anymore.[/QUOTE]Same here, could probably swing the food and beverage, but the escort would have to be a freebie as I would be treating. I love the value of international pootang. Too many women in the USA With GPS regardless if they are being paid of if a significant other. We all pay one way or another. I like the tacos from the stand on the corner of HK. The only other place that is good, but a good drive is Puerto Nuevo for grilled lobsters. I was with friends that knew how to get there and it was a drive. I'll have to try Pampas next time and hope I don't get an Uber that is working with the police to set me up. I read a report here where a member took and Uber and the policed tried to shake him down for money.
For fish and shrimp tacos you should try Mariscos de Damos on Constitucion across from hotel Korea. Man, it's so fresh, juicy and delicious with salsa and cream sauce, much better than anywhere else including restaurants outside of La Zona like Titos. They serve 3 tacos for 100 pesos or $5 but they are so huge big-eating guys can only finish 2. Of course they sell lots of raw shell fish so they are fresh and delicious.
Who the hell can eat 1.8 Kg fried fish. Geez! Titos has very good deals on variety of fried or grilled fish. Try it.
Most mongers are meat and potatoes, not seafood eating types. La Perl a has a very nice facility with a bar in a perfect location, but unless La Perla switch to meats, it can attract only Mexican, not hungry mongers. I think if La Perla turns into a small version of Mr. Pampas, it will attract a lot of hungry mongers and can charge a premium prices for food and drinks and makes lots of money. La Perla has been a dismal failure for 20 years in that seafood model. It's time for them to try new menu to attract the main clientele with big money to spend in La Zona, I. E. The gringos.
It's not hard to set up a Brazilian grill. You only need a charcoal grill with a rack and metal skewers to grill the meats. Each batch can be grilled and ready in under 5 minutes. Only skewer and grill limited amount of meats when guests are present so the meat won't spoil and wasted like sea food. Of course they should also marinade and grill some sea food like shrimp and octopus and perhaps even chicken and pork. Eventually they may make far more money than Mr. Pampas.
We should give La Perla's owner some free consultation to get what we want to eat in La Zona. I am sick of driving down to El Centro for food, harassed by dirty policias or hit by high curbs and cause $1,000 damages to my car.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2571629]Same here, could probably swing the food and beverage, but the escort would have to be a freebie as I would be treating. I love the value of international pootang. Too many women in the USA With GPS regardless if they are being paid of if a significant other. We all pay one way or another. I like the tacos from the stand on the corner of HK. The only other place that is good, but a good drive is Puerto Nuevo for grilled lobsters. I was with friends that knew how to get there and it was a drive. I'll have to try Pampas next time and hope I don't get an Uber that is working with the police to set me up. I read a report here where a member took and Uber and the policed tried to shake him down for money.[/QUOTE]Wow. The only other good place to eat is in Puerto Nuevo. Damn! I've been doing it wrong all these years!! Let me see if I have Javier Plascencia's email around here someplace. I think he should be notified.
Don't believe everything you read on this board. Much is posted simply for entertainment.
La Perla can start small with just a gas grill outside behind the bar, so they don't need to install ventilation in the kitchen. Just season the meats before grilling on smoky wood chips and they would have the equivalent Brazilian BBQ. It's a lot easier and simpler to grill meats than cooking seafood or making sushi.
They can charge $25 for AYCE BBQ with $4 beers and I think lots mongers would eat there to eat, drink and relax with their chicas instead of wasting time and risking policias to go El Centro for Mr. Pampas or Churrascaris do Brasil.
But they would have to line up the stupid, noisy brass bands and shoot them before they can hope to bring in any business.
What's the best, most expensive restaurant within a close, safe walking distance to HK? Could it just be Azul?
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572238]What's the best, most expensive restaurant within a close, safe walking distance to HK? Could it just be Azul?[/QUOTE]Azul is truly nothing special. Safe walking distance to HK, I would recommend Caesar's on Revolucion.
The best and most expensive in La Zona?
Ever heard of the why in Hong Kong?
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572238]What's the best, most expensive restaurant within a close, safe walking distance to HK? Could it just be Azul?[/QUOTE]Ceasars on 5th and Revolucion. Except its not the best. Its good but the portion sizes for the cost is a rip off.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2572292]Ceasars on 5th and Revolucion. Except its not the best. Its good but the portion sizes for the cost is a rip off.[/QUOTE]I wouldn't say "best" -- maybe best in the 1960's. Old school, or maybe just old. Have the salad and say you did it.
It's tripas, chorizo and adobada tacos at Charly's on Constitucion all day for me.
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572238]What's the best, most expensive restaurant within a close, safe walking distance to HK? Could it just be Azul?[/QUOTE]Anybody been to La Justina on revo? Its closer to HK than Caesars and looks upscale and modern on google maps.
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572238]What's the best, most expensive restaurant within a close, safe walking distance to HK? Could it just be Azul?[/QUOTE]"Good restaurant" and "within close walking distance of the sewer, err, Zona Norte" are almost mutually exclusive.
As Brother Tom said, Caesar's is good. They are a bit pricey, but they are in the middle of a very high-traffic area of downtown. I've not yet been to Justina so I can't say how expensive it is. It seems to come up on lots of "lists" but I also have heard mixed reviews. It's definitely worth a shot.
Casa de Tlayuda and Piedra Santa (in the same building) are considered pretty expensive, by local standards. They are on the corner of 5th and Revu. They are high on my list to try, but I don't get downtown as often as I'd like.
There are other good places on Revu. Giuseppe's is good for its price point, which is not expensive. Vittorio's is better, although a further walk. Neither would be considered "expensive. " If you really want expensive (by Mexican standards) you'll need to get away from the ZN.
OK, now you have quite a selection, all within walking distance (assuming you consider between 4 and 10 blocks close). Go and report back.
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572318]Anybody been to La Justina on revo? Its closer to HK than Caesars and looks upscale and modern on google maps.[/QUOTE]I haven't liked Azul food for a long time. They changed management a while back and now serve lower quality food and less of it, but charge more. So much wasted potential with that place, ran by morons.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2572301]It's tripas, chorizo and adobada tacos at Charly's on Constitucion all day for me.[/QUOTE]Love that place. Expensive? No. But delicious!
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572238]What's the best, most expensive restaurant within a close, safe walking distance to HK? Could it just be Azul?[/QUOTE]Most of us regulars tend to eat elsewhere because we have broaden our safe walking distance, especially in the day time. Azul have pull a bait and switch on me before, feeding me an ordered rib eye steak that was clearly not rib eye. But I still eat at Azuls for convenience and a chance to look up the skirts of the chicas while they are in public. Hey I get off on cheap thrills. Pricing of their American part of the menu have gone up about 20% while delivering poorer quality food. If you eat there, I recommend Mexican dishes. Cheaper and tastier, the local cook at least know how to prepare them.
Also within safe walking distance even in the middle of the night is the restaurant across the street and owned by Adelitas. The restaurant behind and owned by the Tropical Club. The tiny hole in the wall restaurant next to and owed by the Chicago Club. The La Perla seafood restaurant across the intersection from HK. The tiny taco bar across the street from and owned by HK. The Chinese food take out across the street from Adelitas.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2572301]It's tripas, chorizo and adobada tacos at Charly's on Constitucion all day for me.[/QUOTE]Looking to find a place with a nice interior for a sit down dinner maybe with a chica.
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572560]Looking to find a place with a nice interior for a sit down dinner maybe with a chica.[/QUOTE]You'll have to give up "within a close, safe walking distance to HK. " Zona Rio is a super quick Uber ride away and has plenty of nice restaurants. If you are looking more for ambiance than pure tastiness of the food, the bar restaurant on the second floor on Revo directly across from Hotel Rio Rita is pretty nice and they even carry my beloved Maestro Dobel Diamante tequila at a very fair 125 pesos.
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2572560]Looking to find a place with a nice interior for a sit down dinner maybe with a chica.[/QUOTE]I had a nice dinner at Senda Norte restaurant near tropical bar by myself, but the interior reminded me of being in Miami.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2573514]I had a nice dinner at Senda Norte restaurant near tropical bar by myself, but the interior reminded me of being in Miami.[/QUOTE]I just ate there an hour ago. Had a good hamburgesa and a beer. It is a nice new place. I will be going back there.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2573514]I had a nice dinner at Senda Norte restaurant near tropical bar by myself, but the interior reminded me of being in Miami.[/QUOTE]Looks like a diner doesn't it?
Just typed in this huge report on La Justina and then the database goes down for 2 minutes? Fuck.
Anyway, the food is absolutely mind blowing. Not typing the rest of it out. Get the tuna tostada.
[QUOTE=UsaInEurope;2576127]Just typed in this huge report on La Justina and then the database goes down for 2 minutes? Fuck.
Anyway, the food is absolutely mind blowing. Not typing the rest of it out. Get the tuna tostada.[/QUOTE]Oh yeah. That place looks good! Thanks.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2573787]Looks like a diner doesn't it?[/QUOTE]Doesn't look like a diner to me as not sure of bar seating. If it was open air and had chicas walking around with booty shorts, bikinis or skimpy outfits, then would remind me of South Beach Miami.
Had dinner at Senda Norte yesterday. I think they will run into problems because their menu seems eclectic to me, and it is in Spanish without English translations. So I had to pull out the translator to help me order. Prices seemed a little higher than other places too. This is not your typical Mexican food place that you can order the basic Mexican dish without having to look at the menu. On the other hand, there is a lot of privacy here and it's not too busy like Azul. I think it's a nice restaurant for a date with a chica. If eating by yourself, there are better value in the area.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2576362]Had dinner at Senda Norte yesterday. I think they will run into problems because their menu seems eclectic to me, and it is in Spanish without English translations. So I had to pull out the translator to help me order. Prices seemed a little higher than other places too. This is not your typical Mexican food place that you can order the basic Mexican dish without having to look at the menu. On the other hand, there is a lot of privacy here and it's not too busy like Azul. I think it's a nice restaurant for a date with a chica. If eating by yourself, there are better value in the area.[/QUOTE]If I recall, the first half of menu is Spanish, the second half is same menu in English.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2576437]If I recall, the first half of menu is Spanish, the second half is same menu in English.[/QUOTE]You are correct KoolB. The hamburger is pretty good.
I was leaving Chicago club last night after a hot session and saw a sushi spot in the Zona. I stopped inside and asked what the owner recommended and he said the banana and mango rolls. I was sweating like a working girl in church and he recommended cleaning up in the bathroom, but I knew that wouldn't help since I just finished an intense cardio session with a lady from Chicago club. I got the iced tea and it was good. The mango and banana rolls were ok, but not something I would consider mixing with wasabi, shrimp, and whatever else was in the roll. The owner is from China and works with his mom and another worker that is in Sinaloa. As I was waiting got my food a black lady came in to order some food and I assumed she was coming from the clubs, but she said she is from LA getting veneers. She said she was getting food for her and the kids. It was odd to see someone that doesn't hit the clubs in the Zona getting food. Apparently veneers are 70% cheaper in Tijuana compared to the USA I'll have to try other food or rolls to give a better review, but the owner was nice and he was busy with orders, which was a good sign.
Anyone try that Chinese restaurant across the street from the taco stand on corner near HK?
The place is OK. . . I've had the chop suey with fried chicken and another time the egg foo yong plate. . . But I prefer Fu Hao Chinese restaurant across from La Malquerida club on Constitucion a block away. The beef with broccoli with fried rice and eggroll is about $100 pesos and hits the spot. Try both and decide for yourself.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2578535]I was leaving Chicago club last night after a hot session and saw a sushi spot in the Zona. I stopped inside and asked what the owner recommended and he said the banana and mango rolls. I was sweating like a working girl in church and he recommended cleaning up in the bathroom, but I knew that wouldn't help since I just finished an intense cardio session with a lady from Chicago club. I got the iced tea and it was good. The mango and banana rolls were ok, but not something I would consider mixing with wasabi, shrimp, and whatever else was in the roll. The owner is from China and works with his mom and another worker that is in Sinaloa. As I was waiting got my food a black lady came in to order some food and I assumed she was coming from the clubs, but she said she is from LA getting veneers. She said she was getting food for her and the kids. It was odd to see someone that doesn't hit the clubs in the Zona getting food. Apparently veneers are 70% cheaper in Tijuana compared to the USA I'll have to try other food or rolls to give a better review, but the owner was nice and he was busy with orders, which was a good sign.
Anyone try that Chinese restaurant across the street from the taco stand on corner near HK?[/QUOTE]
Kim Mon serves pretty good Chinese food. They do a couple good stir-fry dishes.
The portion is huge, almost double normal US. If you just humped a couple girls and sweat like a pig, well, you can eat like one here.
They have no beer, so buy a few from OXXO and drink it with the food.
[QUOTE=Travv;2578628]The place is OK. . . I've had the chop suey with fried chicken and another time the egg foo yong plate. . . But I prefer Fu Hao Chinese restaurant across from La Malquerida club on Constitucion a block away. The beef with broccoli with fried rice and eggroll is about $100 pesos and hits the spot. Try both and decide for yourself.[/QUOTE]Fu Hao is legit. I used to eat there back when I was still a meat-eater. I usually ordered a plate of fried chicken with broccoli and fried rice. The place is run by an old older Asian lady and a young guy who seems to be her son, real nice people.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2578535]I was leaving Chicago club last night after a hot session and saw a sushi spot in the Zona. I stopped inside and asked what the owner recommended and he said the banana and mango rolls. I was sweating like a working girl in church and he recommended cleaning up in the bathroom, but I knew that wouldn't help since I just finished an intense cardio session with a lady from Chicago club. I got the iced tea and it was good. The mango and banana rolls were ok, but not something I would consider mixing with wasabi, shrimp, and whatever else was in the roll. The owner is from China and works with his mom and another worker that is in Sinaloa. As I was waiting got my food a black lady came in to order some food and I assumed she was coming from the clubs, but she said she is from LA getting veneers. She said she was getting food for her and the kids. It was odd to see someone that doesn't hit the clubs in the Zona getting food. Apparently veneers are 70% cheaper in Tijuana compared to the USA I'll have to try other food or rolls to give a better review, but the owner was nice and he was busy with orders, which was a good sign.
Anyone try that Chinese restaurant across the street from the taco stand on corner near HK?[/QUOTE]At this location, I generally eat white rice, veges, and teriyaki this or that. The reason is that it is reasonably healthy and no one can fuck up this simple dish. Plus it is convenient and inexpensive. OK, it is not high dining but I get more than than what I pay. The owner is a cool dude and I've ran into him a couple of times in HK. He speaks English and it's funny the chats we have for the chicas in English while they are eating. Nothing disrespectful. But chit chats on how how hot that girl is who is sitting across from me and what club I can find her at.
After being closed during COVID, Colectivo 9 on Revolucion has re-opened. Including all time favorite Indie Burger. If you like to have a delicious inexpensive meal away from dirty and disgusting Zona, you should check it out.
[QUOTE=Ctytek;2580016]After being closed during COVID, Colectivo 9 on Revolucion has re-opened. Including all time favorite Indie Burger. If you like to have a delicious inexpensive meal away from dirty and disgusting Zona, you should check it out.[/QUOTE]Looks good. Thanks I will check it out.
I went there once and the food was quite disappointing.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2578712]At this location, I generally eat white rice, veges, and teriyaki this or that. The reason is that it is reasonably healthy and no one can fuck up this simple dish. Plus it is convenient and inexpensive. OK, it is not high dining but I get more than than what I pay. The owner is a cool dude and I've ran into him a couple of times in HK. He speaks English and it's funny the chats we have for the chicas in English while they are eating. Nothing disrespectful. But chit chats on how how hot that girl is who is sitting across from me and what club I can find her at.[/QUOTE]
Was in Tijuana for several days last week and had the chance to try several of the restaurants recommended by the good folks here.
Arrived at Ticuan around noon and went to Caesar's for lunch. Overall, worth visiting at least once, but nothing special. Had the salad, bone marrow and seafood risotto. Both the salad and bone marrow were pretty good, the risotto was cooked well, but the seafood was not fresh. Afterwards, explored around Revolution and hung out at Border Psycho brewery for a bit. I did not watch my water intake and ended up with a hangover, so did not have dinner that day.
Next day, walked to Zone Rio and walked around. Had LionFish for lunch. Overall, decent spot, especially for the price. I ordered a couple of tacos, ceviche Gio, and the tostada sampler. The ceviche was huge and I ended up not being able to finish the tostadas. Everything was quite good, portions were large, pricing wasn't too bad for seafood. The only negative I would say is that the seafood wasn't the freshest. For example, the crab on the tostada tasted bland and did not have the sweetness fresh crab should have. Texture of tuna a bit mushy, etc.
After LionFish, walked to Telefonica Gastro park and got a couple of beers. Did not try any of the food, but looked like a nice spot to chill. It's your typical food market type place, where there's a bunch of vendors with a shared seating.
La Justina. My favorite of the trip. Went for lunch and I guess I was early, no one else was there. I wanted the octopus but I guess they had supply issues that day. Ended up ordering just the Justina salad and Tuna tostada. Both were really good, I would highly recommend the tuna. It was pretty good by itself, but the tostada somehow brought it to a whole another level. Also, their drinks were quite nice too. Bit pricy for Mexico, but I feel it was worth it.
Taco stand by HK. Good tacos, I think this place is notorious enough on the forum already so no need to go into details.
Mr. Pampas. Probably what I was looking forwards to the most before the trip. For me, a bit of a disappointment. Place wasn't bad, especially for the price, $24 for dinner, just the meat quality was meh. Their salad bar was great though, lots of selection besides just salad, more of a sides bar. Favorite cut was the picanha, the ribeye was a travesty, and that's my favorite cut Gristly, too much large pieces of fat, was overcooked and dry / tough. The non beef dishes were ok, tended to be a bit too salty for me. Again, for the price and considering its all you can eat, worth going if you're starving. Personally, I would have preferred a la carte with better quality of meat.
Azuls. Better than I expected. If you're feeling lazy and don't want to go too far from HK, might as well.
Overall, food in Tijuana was pretty good, better than I expected, considering that Tijuana's not really known for food. I would say its a hidden gem, especially if you live in Southern California. If I was in SD, would totally be down to just go down and grab dinner.
[QUOTE=BabyBatter;2581053]Was in Tijuana for several days last week and had the chance to try several of the restaurants recommended by the good folks here.
Arrived at Ticuan around noon and went to Caesar's for lunch. Overall, worth visiting at least once, but nothing special. Had the salad, bone marrow and seafood risotto. Both the salad and bone marrow were pretty good, the risotto was cooked well, but the seafood was not fresh. Afterwards, explored around Revolution and hung out at Border Psycho brewery for a bit. I did not watch my water intake and ended up with a hangover, so did not have dinner that day.
Next day, walked to Zone Rio and walked around. Had LionFish for lunch. Overall, decent spot, especially for the price. I ordered a couple of tacos, ceviche Gio, and the tostada sampler. The ceviche was huge and I ended up not being able to finish the tostadas. Everything was quite good, portions were large, pricing wasn't too bad for seafood. The only negative I would say is that the seafood wasn't the freshest. For example, the crab on the tostada tasted bland and did not have the sweetness fresh crab should have. Texture of tuna a bit mushy, etc.
After LionFish, walked to Telefonica Gastro park and got a couple of beers. Did not try any of the food, but looked like a nice spot to chill. It's your typical food market type place, where there's a bunch of vendors with a shared seating.
La Justina. My favorite of the trip. Went for lunch and I guess I was early, no one else was there. I wanted the octopus but I guess they had supply issues that day. Ended up ordering just the Justina salad and Tuna tostada. Both were really good, I would highly recommend the tuna. It was pretty good by itself, but the tostada somehow brought it to a whole another level. Also, their drinks were quite nice too. Bit pricy for Mexico, but I feel it was worth it.
Taco stand by HK. Good tacos, I think this place is notorious enough on the forum already so no need to go into details.
Mr. Pampas. Probably what I was looking forwards to the most before the trip. For me, a bit of a disappointment. Place wasn't bad, especially for the price, $24 for dinner, just the meat quality was meh. Their salad bar was great though, lots of selection besides just salad, more of a sides bar. Favorite cut was the picanha, the ribeye was a travesty, and that's my favorite cut Gristly, too much large pieces of fat, was overcooked and dry / tough. The non beef dishes were ok, tended to be a bit too salty for me. Again, for the price and considering its all you can eat, worth going if you're starving. Personally, I would have preferred a la carte with better quality of meat.
Azuls. Better than I expected. If you're feeling lazy and don't want to go too far from HK, might as well.
Overall, food in Tijuana was pretty good, better than I expected, considering that Tijuana's not really known for food. I would say its a hidden gem, especially if you live in Southern California. If I was in SD, would totally be down to just go down and grab dinner.[/QUOTE]I went to Pampas in Otay, it was very bad, the salad bar had old brown wilty lettuce. I will never go back there.
Tried the steak and egg breakfast at Senda. First ordered an Agua Fresca Naranja. Essentially orange juice. Waiter brought a basket of donuts with a muffin instead of the usual chips and salsa. Seemed to be fresh and had a good flavor. Asked for tortillas de maiz with my breakfast. Steak was cooked to perfection, with country fried potatoes and eggs sunny side up with frijoles and guacamole. Brought my own Heinz 57 steak sauce and salsa. Waiter supplied an adobo type of hot sauce also. Well worth the 245 pesos plus the cost of the agua fresca but there is no Tropical VIP card discount. Gave the waiter my VIP card but didn't notice a reduction in the price. Suggest you bring your own steak sauce and hot sauce packets from Taco Bell or what is your favorite brand unless you like adobo sauce, which I prefer to pass on. Meal was presented well, quality ingredients, good waiter service but the sauces and salsa supplied are probably not to the average American taste so bring your own. Oddly enough, the best salsa in Tijuana in my experience is right across the street, served in the Mariscos restaurant with their egg breakfasts, but the ingredients are of better quality in Senda De Norte, IMO.
[QUOTE=Travv;2593052]Tried the steak and egg breakfast at Senda. First ordered an Agua Fresca Naranja. Essentially orange juice. Waiter brought a basket of donuts with a muffin instead of the usual chips and salsa. Seemed to be fresh and had a good flavor. Asked for tortillas de maiz with my breakfast. Steak was cooked to perfection, with country fried potatoes and eggs sunny side up with frijoles and guacamole. Brought my own Heinz 57 steak sauce and salsa. Waiter supplied an adobo type of hot sauce also. Well worth the 245 pesos plus the cost of the agua fresca but there is no Tropical VIP card discount. Gave the waiter my VIP card but didn't notice a reduction in the price. Suggest you bring your own steak sauce and hot sauce packets from Taco Bell or what is your favorite brand unless you like adobo sauce, which I prefer to pass on. Meal was presented well, quality ingredients, good waiter service but the sauces and salsa supplied are probably not to the average American taste so bring your own. Oddly enough, the best salsa in Tijuana in my experience is right across the street, served in the Mariscos restaurant with their egg breakfasts, but the ingredients are of better quality in Senda De Norte, IMO.[/QUOTE]Odd, must be a recent change as I got a discount and used it as the tip. I like their food better than Azuls, but regulars are familiar with Azuls so end up at that location. Crazy you bring your own condiments, but a true connoisseur. I'll try Mariscos next time in town.
Anyone tried at 580 Av Constitución next to delicias bar. Opposite taco stands.
Name may be El Pico. Not sure since google street view is blocked by tree.
I plan to eat there during my next visit and wanted to know your experience.
I like spicy stews and they had three pots of beautiful stew at the front of the restaurant.
Apparently this restaurant is open 24 hrs.
[URL]https://www.google.com/maps/@32.5375124[/URL], -117.0388896,3 a,37.5 y,89.21 h,92.44 t / data=!3 m6!1 e1!3 m4!1 sL13 lv3 WBf4 zPVLMSVbO-9 Q!2 e0!7 i16384!8 i8192.
Al Capone is next to Chicago, a nice, clean, quiet place with a good-size menu of meats and seafoods.
We had the Bifsteak Racnhero, about 12 ozs top sirloin stir fried with pepper and tomato sauce, served with rice, bean and tortilla, only 70 pesos or $3. 50 for a big sit-down hot meal. While dining, you can also view sexy crotches of Chicago girls dinning in.
It has special dinner deals, like tacos, burritos, beef and chicken soups, full sit down meals for 70 pesos. Their food is fresh and delicious. Even the Mexican American wingmen were impressed.
If you have to stand around for 3 tacos, it's better to have a hot, sit down dinner at Al Capone.
[QUOTE=Rambo1969;2594015]Anyone tried at 580 Av Constitucin next to delicias bar. Opposite taco stands.
Name may be El Pico. Not sure since google street view is blocked by tree.
I plan to eat there during my next visit and wanted to know your experience.
I like spicy stews and they had three pots of beautiful stew at the front of the restaurant.
Apparently this restaurant is open 24 hrs.
[URL]https://www.google.com/maps/@32.5375124[/URL], -117.0388896,3 a,37.5 y,89.21 h,92.44 t / data=!3 m6!1 e1!3 m4!1 sL13 lv3 WBf4 zPVLMSVbO-9 Q!2 e0!7 i16384!8 i8192.[/QUOTE]Pros. Inexpensive. Local dishes rather than the Americanized bastard food like tacos and burritos. Nice people work there including the cook who will take time to explain each dish in the window and guide you.
Cons. Greasy food. Probably best for local stomachs that are used to greasy food.
You guys are killing me with all the Zona eating. Hands down the Zona has the worst food choices in all of Centro. Do yourselves a favor and walk two blocks up to Revolucion and spin the wheel. Most if not all places will be better than the Zona for food. Go outward bound and take a Blue / White taxi in front of CC Club to La Cacho neighborhood $5 and choose one of the places near or on Avenida Brasil.
Pervs want food with pussies side dish.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2596397]You guys are killing me with all the Zona eating. Hands down the Zona has the worst food choices in all of Centro. Do yourselves a favor and walk two blocks up to Revolucion and spin the wheel. Most if not all places will be better than the Zona for food. Go outward bound and take a Blue / White taxi in front of CC Club to La Cacho neighborhood $5 and choose one of the places near or on Avenida Brasil.[/QUOTE]Tony's NY Pizza La Cacho. Tony is from NYC and is the king of pizza in Tijuana HANDS DOWN.
Chiki Jai on Revo and 7th. Spanish Food Vasque Region of Spain.
Praga on Revo and 5th. Same owners as Ceasars Nuff Said.
58 - Good homestyle Mex Food in Soriana entrance 3rd and Revo.
Tupidos Menudos / Tacos Varios 7th between Revo and Madero. Awesome Tacos Varios and mexican staples.
Argentine restaurant. Parking lot of Jai Life Palace parking lot entrance on Madero between 7th and 8th. Empanadas anyway you like it.
Get OUT of the Zona.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2596491]
Tupidos Menudos / Tacos Varios 7th between Revo and Madero. Awesome Tacos Varios and mexican staples.
[/QUOTE]Sorry Calle 8 between Revo and Madero.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2596354]Al Capone is next to Chicago, a nice, clean, quiet place with a good-size menu of meats and seafoods.
We had the Bifsteak Racnhero, about 12 ozs top sirloin stir fried with pepper and tomato sauce, served with rice, bean and tortilla, only 70 pesos or $3. 50 for a big sit-down hot meal. While dining, you can also view sexy crotches of Chicago girls dinning in.
It has special dinner deals, like tacos, burritos, beef and chicken soups, full sit down meals for 70 pesos. Their food is fresh and delicious. Even the Mexican American wingmen were impressed.
If you have to stand around for 3 tacos, it's better to have a hot, sit down dinner at Al Capone.[/QUOTE]Miss you guys as I stopped over at Capone's a little too late. Never knew the place existed so will check it out next time when I don't want to leave Zona.
G.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2596436]Pervs want food with pussies side dish.[/QUOTE]Nothing beats eating while trying to take a peak up a chica's skirt. I've been known to fall on my ass on the ground when I get carried away sometimes. Or in the alternative, look down a chica's top while she reaches for the salsa.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2596510]Sorry Calle 8 between Revo and Madero.[/QUOTE]I will try all of these. Have you tried Justina's, it gets a lot of good reviews here. I had a great filet de res and salad at Caesars last week with 2 glasses of very good Cab for cheap.
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2596754]I will try all of these. Have you tried Justina's, it gets a lot of good reviews here. I had a great filet de res and salad at Caesars last week with 2 glasses of very good Cab for cheap.[/QUOTE]I have not tried Justines. I looked at the menu twice but nothing really tempted me to go inside.
I miss the old Adelitas restaurant back in the day it was pretty awesome, I forget the name as it as since been torn down and replaced by a hallway. I haven't ate in Capones since 2007.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2596491]Tony's NY Pizza La Cacho. Tony is from NYC and is the king of pizza in Tijuana HANDS DOWN.
Chiki Jai on Revo and 7th. Spanish Food Vasque Region of Spain.
Praga on Revo and 5th. Same owners as Ceasars Nuff Said.
58 - Good homestyle Mex Food in Soriana entrance 3rd and Revo.
Tupidos Menudos / Tacos Varios 7th between Revo and Madero. Awesome Tacos Varios and mexican staples.
Argentine restaurant. Parking lot of Jai Life Palace parking lot entrance on Madero between 7th and 8th. Empanadas anyway you like it.
Get OUT of the Zona.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the Tip bro I love good pizza and only go to Victtorios. I will try Tonys on my next trip down south.
In my short report on my trip to Tijuana in July, it never occurred to me that anyone was interested in dining anywhere in Tijuana other than the why. But I see now that there is a food thread here, so I thought I would mention that I had a wonderful meal at Piedra Santa Restaurant. There is a somewhat small menu, but what I had was cooked very carefully and to perfection (I had the shrimp and avocado appetizer followed by the ribs in a mole sauce). Indeed, I thought the meal was better than any meal I had on a 10 day trip to Oaxaca a few years ago. The service was a little slow, but then again, I did not feel rushed like I would have felt at Caesar's, which is right across the street (I thought the service at Caesars was rude, so I left). Indeed, the waiter was super friendly, as were the rest of the staff.
The restaurant is at Av. Revolucion 1106, and it has a web site: [URL]https://piedrasanta.mx/[/URL].
Moved across the street, cleaner and nicer than the old hallway location.
Al Capone's food is one step above Monte Carlo's and most dinners are freshly cooked, bigger and cheaper. The 70-peso dinners have lots of beef, chicken seafood dishes that are very good values. It sells no beers so you can buy a few around the corner and drink with your food.
The restaurant and front of hotel Leyva has pre-cooked comidas for 65 pesos but that place is dingy and smells horrible like rotting meats. I walked right back out.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2596815]Thanks for the Tip bro I love good pizza and only go to Victtorios. I will try Tonys on my next trip down south.[/QUOTE]Forget Vitorrios. Go to GULISANOS SICILIAN CUISINE. Miles better than Vittorios who IMO has a horrible red sauce.
Sofias in La Cacho used to be good but prices/portions are lacking these days. Too bad because the food is fabulous. The Italian owner is in the kitchen himself cooking for you.
Gulisano's Cucina Siciliana.
Rio Tijuana entre Aguas Caliente y Sanchez Taboada.
$$Italian restaurant.
Service options: Dine-in Takeout No delivery.
Open ⋅ Closes 12 AM.
Health & safety: Mask required Temperature check required Staff wear masks Staff get temperature checks Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits More details.
Phone: +52 664 681 8468.
Amor,
Caesar serves Mediterranean light cuisine in a big menu, with meats, seafood, pasta and lots of fresh ingredients.
Caesar's Filete de Rez Chataubriand for $18 is a very good deal. Would cost $70 per plate in LA. Other dishes are classic Southern Europe, also very tasty with lower calories.
It sells basic local wines for $50-90 a bottle, premium local wines $100-200, Dom Perignon champagne $400.
Caesar is a very nice, classy, reputable restaurants worth splurging for cheap. Rooms in Caesar starts about $60 a night, a nice place to stay a few nights, bring a dozen hot young girls to relax, enjoy spicy companies, hot sex, and fine cuisine without breaking your bank. There are many bars and clubs in that area to take chicas to dance to cumbia music.
Wonder why Artiste has not moved to Tijuana?
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2596839]Amor,
Caesar serves Mediterranean light cuisine in a big menu, with meats, seafood, pasta and lots of fresh ingredients.
Caesar's Filete de Rez Chataubriand for $18 is a very good deal. Would cost $70 per plate in LA. Other dishes are classic Southern Europe, also very tasty with lower calories.
It sells basic local wines for $50-90 a bottle, premium local wines $100-200, Dom Perignon champagne $400.
Caesar is a very nice, classy, reputable restaurants worth splurging for cheap. Rooms in Caesar starts about $60 a night, a nice place to stay a few nights, bring a dozen hot young girls to relax, enjoy spicy companies, hot sex, and fine cuisine without breaking your bank. There are many bars and clubs in that area to take chicas to dance to cumbia music.[/QUOTE]For sure. I had the filete de rez, the small caesar salad and 2 large glasses of Santo Tomas cab. Bill came to $45 with a 15% tip. Everything was excellent. It would have cost around $120 in San Diego. Then I went back to the Ticuan and had sex all night with a 19 year old. Not a bad day.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2596840]Wonder why Artiste has not moved to Tijuana?[/QUOTE]I've had a few apartments down there. Love It but there are reasons to keep one on either side. Two is better than one.
These days though no commitments with Covid. Hotels Only. Apartments too risky of an investment since we are in unknown territory for the foreseeable future.
12 ozs top sirloin stir fried and served with onion tomato sauce, rice, bean, tortilla, 70 pesos or $3.50, very good value for a hot and delicious full meal.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2596354]Al Capone is next to Chicago, a nice, clean, quiet place with a good-size menu of meats and seafoods.
We had the Bifsteak Racnhero, about 12 ozs top sirloin stir fried with pepper and tomato sauce, served with rice, bean and tortilla, only 70 pesos or $3. 50 for a big sit-down hot meal. While dining, you can also view sexy crotches of Chicago girls dinning in.
It has special dinner deals, like tacos, burritos, beef and chicken soups, full sit down meals for 70 pesos. Their food is fresh and delicious. Even the Mexican American wingmen were impressed.
If you have to stand around for 3 tacos, it's better to have a hot, sit down dinner at Al Capone.[/QUOTE]
A bro ordered Al Capone's 70-peso chicken nacho. It was a fresh, tasty, spicy, delicious mix of shredded roti chicken, chips, cheeses, bean, salsa, pepper, cilantro served on a hot iron plate.
It was so good and a delicious way to eat chicken I looked up recipes and tried to do it at home. It's a quick and easy but delicious snack for parties or for watching sports with friends.
Marinade shredded lean roti chicken or cooked ground beef in canned or homemade salsa. On Alum foil, make layers of thick chip with meats, cheese, chopped tomato then top it with bean / cheese, bake at 400 F 10 min. Garnish with sliced olive, chopped green onion, jalapeno pepper, cilantro. Sour cream.
My wingmen have gotten rave approvals serving these spicy and delicious Mexican snacks to their haute-cuisine friends.
Last time I was in Chicago's diner, I had the Carne Asada. It was 100 pesos instead of the 70 pesos for the beef ranchero, and I thought the bump was worth it as I got more beef and upscale guacamole pico de gallo, and your standard beans. Make 4 medium tacos out of them which in hindsight was too filling. The beans and onions filled my gut with gas and it was a hassle trying to screw while not farting.
I think I'm going back to eating light before sex from now on.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2596354]Al Capone is next to Chicago, a nice, clean, quiet place with a good-size menu of meats and seafoods..[/QUOTE]Thanks captain.
I was not able to see it in Google street view. Is this door the entrance to the restaurant? (see photo).
I spent 4 days in Tijuana this past weekend. Had the fish and shrimp tacos, Tortas at Hotel Nelson a couple of times plus Paella and Ciabatta sandwich. But I went to Guiseppi (close to Burger King) Italian restaurant. I was surprised how good the Spaghetti meal was (lots of goodies in the pasta). Plus soup AND salad all for a reasonable price. Would definitely go back.
Cannot miss.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2597595]A bro ordered Al Capone's 70-peso chicken nacho. It was a fresh, tasty, spicy, delicious mix of shredded roti chicken, chips, cheeses, bean, salsa, pepper, cilantro served on a hot iron plate.
It was so good and a delicious way to eat chicken I looked up recipes and tried to do it at home. It's a quick and easy but delicious snack for parties or for watching sports with friends.
Marinade shredded lean roti chicken or cooked ground beef in canned or homemade salsa. On Alum foil, make layers of thick chip with meats, cheese, chopped tomato then top it with bean / cheese, bake at 400 F 10 min. Garnish with sliced olive, chopped green onion, jalapeno pepper, cilantro. Sour cream.
My wingmen have gotten rave approvals serving these spicy and delicious Mexican snacks to their haute-cuisine friends.[/QUOTE]LOL. CAP. Were you a chef at one point? You describe the food like you were. Maybe in a previous life if not.
Making me hungry.
G.
I went with an HK regular to Bodega 8 as she has been confined for past 2 weeks due to lipo. She suggested Plaza Chapultepec and we didn't know what to eat, but Bodega 8 looked nice. The mall felt like some place similar to a mall in Del Mar and OC. We got the tomahawk steak, tuna tostadas and some drinks. Prices are in line with USA, but great setting and ambiance. Funny most guys were staring at the chica, but the women could care less.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2598024]I went with an HK regular to Bodega 8 as she has been confined for past 2 weeks due to lipo. She suggested Plaza Chapultepec and we didn't know what to eat, but Bodega 8 looked nice. The mall felt like some place similar to a mall in Del Mar and OC. We got the tomahawk steak, tuna tostadas and some drinks. Prices are in line with USA, but great setting and ambiance. Funny most guys were staring at the chica, but the women could care less.[/QUOTE]Looks good!
[QUOTE=AmorPorFavor;2598054]Looks good![/QUOTE]It was ok. I prefer ribeye, but waiter suggested the tomahawk and the HK regular wanted well done. I prefer the meat to be bleeding a little on the inside, medium rare. The chica was more delicious. Guys just kept staring at her and made me feel awkward. I love how Mexican men are so open about it as in the US it would be considered sexual harassment. 😂.
But like to eat good food. A few wingmen are accomplished chefs. The prepare some very complex and exotic dishes for friends.
Nacho is a delicious snack and so easy and quick to make Just fry ground beef or chicken bits in onion and garlic, Add salsa just to warm. Serve in a bowl, add cheese to melt and sour cream with olive and jalapenos slices. Lay chips around it, like a Mexican dip.
Great Food.
I like the beet salad with goat cheese and the pork adobado. They also have a nice white fish wrapped in a banana leaf with cream sauce. Forget the name of the dish.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2598064]It was ok. I prefer ribeye, but waiter suggested the tomahawk and the HK regular wanted well done. I prefer the meat to be bleeding a little on the inside, medium rare. The chica was more delicious. Guys just kept staring at her and made me feel awkward. I love how Mexican men are so open about it as in the US it would be considered sexual harassment. 😂.[/QUOTE]Mexicans eat their steak a lot more well-done than Americans.
The guys were leering because you're a gringo. They weren't just disrespecting her, they were really, really disrespecting you. Believe me, if a Mexican guy is out with his chica and some asshole starts that shit, there will be blood. Trust me on that.
Actually 1 door South of Chicago.
The place in Hotel Leyva lobby is dingy and smells bad.
Recently I ate at the Montecarlo restaurant opposite the Adelita club. A few years ago Montecarlo was a little restaurant right next to Adelita (now there is an ATM) but they moved to the other side of the street. I ate on the terrace on the first floor overlooking Adelita. First time: Caldo de res. This is a vegetable soup with beef and beer for $ 8. Second time chicken fajita and beer - $ 9. Overall impression and the food was good.
[QUOTE=StRobert;2598437]Recently I ate at the Montecarlo restaurant opposite the Adelita club. A few years ago Montecarlo was a little restaurant right next to Adelita (now there is an ATM) but they moved to the other side of the street. I ate on the terrace on the first floor overlooking Adelita. First time: Caldo de res. This is a vegetable soup with beef and beer for $ 8. Second time chicken fajita and beer - $ 9. Overall impression and the food was good.[/QUOTE]Yes I do like the food their and it is convenient. I get tired of Azul as they started substituting quality ingredients for shit ones.
I just got back from meeting a regular from Chicago and she recommended trying Lionfish. I am not sure what we got, but the fish and shrimp seemed fresh. I prefer seafood cooked unless it is poke or sushi, but gave it a go. It was ok, but not my taste, maybe try some other dishes. The mosquitos were having a buffet on my legs while I was eating the seafood. The regulars never let me down. I haven't stepped foot into the clubs since I have a regular rotation. I'm supposed to meet an HK regular later this week to try Valle de Guadalupe. She wants to be wined and dined. Also wants to have a good send off as she is returning to visit her family. Fun times in Tijuana. Have fun and stay safe!
That spicy cold shrimp botana looks good. It's actually a delicious way to eat shrimp blanched in lime juice, better than the shrimp cocktail.
Azul and La Perla serve it. My friends from out of the country just love that snack washed down with cold beers. One night a group of HK girls from Ensenada ordered a plate from Azul. The mesero brought the plate and could not help himself, popped a shrimp in his mouth an chewed vigorously before we had our chance. Don't know how many more he stole on the way over. The girls were passing the shrimps around and ate them with relish.
This snack is easy and quick to do. Mexicans roast red onion, pepper and garlic before blending to give the sauce a smoky flavor. Lucky I just bought a couple pounds of large shrimp, so I will try it tonight. I am posting the recipe here for the wingmen who like to swerve exotic snacks to their haute-cuisine guests:
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQ4PjboKllE[/URL]
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2599138]That spicy cold shrimp botana looks good. It's actually a delicious way to eat shrimp blanched in lime juice, better than the shrimp cocktail.
Azul and La Perla serve it. My friends from out of the country just love that snack washed down with cold beers. One night a group of HK girls from Ensenada ordered a plate from Azul. The mesero brought the plate and could not help himself, popped a shrimp in his mouth an chewed vigorously before we had our chance. Don't know how many more he stole on the way over. The girls were passing the shrimps around and ate them with relish.
This snack is easy and quick to do. Mexicans roast red onion, pepper and garlic before blending to give the sauce a smoky flavor. Lucky I just bought a couple pounds of large shrimp, so I will try it tonight. I am posting the recipe here for the wingmen who like to swerve exotic snacks to their haute-cuisine guests:
[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQ4PjboKllE[/URL][/QUOTE]Thanks! Didn't know what she ordered, but must be a common dish in Mexico. She loves the ocean and mariscos. I have reservations at Animalón with the HK regular end of this week in Valle de Guadalupe. I will document the 5-8 course meal. It better be fucking delicious. At least I know the chica won't disappoint. Good times and good eats south of the border.
Koolbeans,
Take pics of the dishes and give us names, quality, prices. Will figure out if it's worth the long drive to Valle de Guadalupe for food or sex.
There are many good steaks and seafood restaurants near downtown Tijuana. Why can't HK girls just go to nearby places and save the time for party in the club and hot sex in the hotels?
This is not about pussy eating. For my epicurean wingmen, I tried this recipe but the lime juice will not cook the shrimp enough. The shrimp is soft, mushy and tasteless.
I would marinade shrimp with a little salt and blanch them in a microwave oven quickly to firm up the texture and release the sweet taste. Then I would serve them in a lime juice and vinaigrette dressing with red pepper sauce, steak sauce, slices of cucumber, red onion, jalapeno pepper and basil or cilantro.
It looks more like the way Azul and Perla make their camaron botanas frias, quicker, easier and better tasting.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2599373]Koolbeans,
Take pics of the dishes and give us names, quality, prices. Will figure out if it's worth the long drive to Valle de Guadalupe for food or sex.
There are many good steaks and seafood restaurants near downtown Tijuana. Why can't HK girls just go to nearby places and save the time for party in the club and hot sex in the hotels?[/QUOTE]I will take photos and descriptions. Every trip south of the border involves sex, mucho sexo, they call me a savage, whatever that means. We are staying in one of those bubble glamping tents. Fucking under the stars and maybe in the vineyard if we get freaky. HK girl has never been and neither have I. Chicago regular has been to many places.
I took an HK regular to Valle de Guadalupe and spent 3 days 2 nights with her before she left today to go back home. We stayed at Hotel Burbuja [URL]https://www.camperahotel.com/[/URL] and ate at a few restaurants, but the most impressive was Animalón near the hotel. It was a 5 course meal with wine pairings and menu can be found on the website. [URL]https://www.animalonbaja.com/welcome[/URL].
The tostada fish dish and dessert were my favorite and I was wasted by the 3rd meal. We got mojitos and the wine pairings. We both had a fun time and checked the location off my list of places to visit. Good one and done type of place, but maybe try it with another bar girl. I really want to do an electronic dance festival on E, but not sure when that is happening.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2600569]I took an HK regular to Valle de Guadalupe and spent 3 days 2 nights with her before she left today to go back home. We stayed at Hotel Burbuja [URL]https://www.camperahotel.com/[/URL] and ate at a few restaurants, but the most impressive was Animaln near the hotel. It was a 5 course meal with wine pairings and menu can be found on the website. [URL]https://www.animalonbaja.com/welcome[/URL].
The tostada fish dish and dessert were my favorite and I was wasted by the 3rd meal. We got mojitos and the wine pairings. We both had a fun time and checked the location off my list of places to visit. Good one and done type of place, but maybe try it with another bar girl. I really want to do an electronic dance festival on E, but not sure when that is happening.[/QUOTE]Looks amazing bro, I think I will stay there when I visit my girlfriend in a few weeks. I love camping but I also love convience. They have good wifi??
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2601315]Looks amazing bro, I think I will stay there when I visit my girlfriend in a few weeks. I love camping but I also love convience. They have good wifi??[/QUOTE]The wifi didn't work well for me in the bubble tent that we stayed in, but the HK regular had Telcel and shared her wifi. I pre downloaded music that we both like and played it on a Bluetooth portable speaker. I imagine the people in the next tent want peace and quiet under the stars, but we kept volume moderately low. I recommend getting a Tercel chip or asking front desk before reserving a bubble, which one offers the best wifi range. It is an experience for sure and unique since the last time I was in a tent structure was in 2004 in Kuwait. This one was more private and with a hot chica instead of with a bunch of dudes. I recommend it since she seemed to appreciate the experience. She was trying to explain to me that it was a once in a lifetime experience since they don't make as much with a regular job. I just want to check off experiences at this point in my life and don't really care who I bring with me as long as I'm sure we'll have a good time.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2601690]The wifi didn't work well for me in the bubble tent that we stayed in, but the HK regular had Telcel and shared her wifi. I pre downloaded music that we both like and played it on a Bluetooth portable speaker. I imagine the people in the next tent want peace and quiet under the stars, but we kept volume moderately low. I recommend getting a Tercel chip or asking front desk before reserving a bubble, which one offers the best wifi range. It is an experience for sure and unique since the last time I was in a tent structure was in 2004 in Kuwait. This one was more private and with a hot chica instead of with a bunch of dudes. I recommend it since she seemed to appreciate the experience. She was trying to explain to me that it was a once in a lifetime experience since they don't make as much with a regular job. I just want to check off experiences at this point in my life and don't really care who I bring with me as long as I'm sure we'll have a good time.[/QUOTE]I was in Kuwait in 2007 with the Seabees so I completely understand. I got the pleasure of waking up at 2 am and seeing a guy sitting in a chair jerking off in between of our 4 bunk beds, to the fashion channel no less. Alot of sick fucks I served with LOL. Saw too many funny and strange things on that deployment.....glad you had fun, thats what it is all about.
Several of you have said good things about a restaurant called "Churrascaria". I googled it, and came up with three matches.
1. Churrascaria Do Brasil, Blvd. Agua Caliente 11999, Hipodromo Agua Caliente.
2. Churrascaria Brazilian Steak House, P. De LOS Héroes #9395, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana.
3. Churrascaria Do Brasil Macro, Blvd. Manuel Jesus Clouthier #16702, areío Tijuana 3 a. Etapa, areío Tijuana.
So, which one (s) are you talking about?
1. Churrascaria Do Brasil, Blvd. Agua Caliente 11999, Hipodromo Agua Caliente. About $12 UBER ride from HK after 6. Some week nights the wait can be 45 minutes. Sitting outside on the balcony is cold even with gas heaters. No more week nights discount.
2. Churrascaria Brazilian Steak House, P. De Los Héroes #9395, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, on the North West corner of the V rotary. About $6 UBER. Can sit out under the veranda.
3. Churrascaria Do Brasil Macro, Blvd. Manuel Jesus Clouthier #16702, areo Tijuana 3 a. Etapa, areo Tijuana. Way out East near the airport.
[QUOTE=WombatEd2;2602831]Several of you have said good things about a restaurant called "Churrascaria". I googled it, and came up with three matches.
1. Churrascaria Do Brasil, Blvd. Agua Caliente 11999, Hipodromo Agua Caliente.
2. Churrascaria Brazilian Steak House, P. De LOS Hroes #9395, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana.
3. Churrascaria Do Brasil Macro, Blvd. Manuel Jesus Clouthier #16702, areo Tijuana 3 a. Etapa, areo Tijuana.
So, which one (s) are you talking about?[/QUOTE]LOL, they're all part of the same franchise so any will do, though I'm unfamiliar with the 3rd one you listed and don't see it on the Churrascaria Do Brasil website at a glance so am unsure of the validity of that one (maybe it's a newer one I don't know). But I've been to the first two and can verify that they're essentially the same thing. The second one is in Zona Rio and is much closer to Zona Norte (maybe a mile, mile and a half walking distance that would only be $2-$3 to get to using Uber). The first one is farther out, but in a nice section of Tijuana in very close proximity to a nice shopping mall, as well as the largest casino and stadium where the main Tijuana soccer team plays.
I mainly go to the one in Zona Rio due to its proximity to Zona Norte.
Parking is such a pain at the one near plaza Rio. I had to go to an alternative restaurant twice because of the parking situation.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2602259]I was in Kuwait in 2007 with the Seabees so I completely understand. I got the pleasure of waking up at 2 am and seeing a guy sitting in a chair jerking off in between of our 4 bunk beds, to the fashion channel no less. Alot of sick fucks I served with LOL. Saw too many funny and strange things on that deployment.....glad you had fun, thats what it is all about.[/QUOTE]Yeah, kind of like prison, but you have mortars and rockets being launched into your compound. It was a pure adrenaline rush thinking one might just land near you. I was in the shitter in Kandahar and we were under rocket attack and I thought god don't let me die here. I'd rather die in between the legs of a hot chica. Also crazy stories and it was probably me relaxing before bed time 😂 you always have to flog the chicken before a good restful sleep. Never forget, but would never want to repeat or go back. Most loyal brothers I've ever met in life as everyone had your 6. Going to check out a restaurant in Rosario later this week Los Portales and maybe Husongs for margaritas.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2602936]Parking is such a pain at the one near plaza Rio. I had to go to an alternative restaurant twice because of the parking situation.[/QUOTE]It was even worse when that was a McDonalds before. Just a hard place since that traffic circle is so busy. I would just park in the mall and walk across the street if it's that crowded.
[QUOTE=BrotherMouzone;2602858] The first one is farther out, but in a nice section of Tijuana in very close proximity to a nice shopping mall, as well as the largest casino and stadium where the main Tijuana soccer team plays.
[/QUOTE]That Centro Comercial is called:
GALERIAS HIPODROMO.
Boulevard Agua Caliente see 11999, Hipodromo, Tijuana
I just returned from spending time with a regular and she suggested LOS Portales in Rosarito and the food was decent, but the views were amazing on a cliff side. I got some ceviche dish and mixed drinks. It was equivalent to USA Prices and they are only open on Fri-Sun from 10 am to 10 pm. On Fridays they have live DJ, Saturdays have live performance from a lady singer (not sure what kind of music). The music the DJ was playing was more House, electronic music. I loved the ambiance and vibe of the place. The waiter mentioned you can rent the whole place for $1,500, but it doesn't include any food or drinks and you'd have to include that with a catering business. It would make an interesting hedonistic venture with a bunch of naked bar girls and fucking on hay stacks with some shrooms, e, and maybe other party favors. I tried to upload photos, but guess they are too large for the database.
Recently I was in Zona Norte and for the first time, I tried the tacos from "Azul Tacos" across the street from the Hong Kong club. First chicken tacos and second pork tacos. OMG these tacos are soooo good! Especially the pork taco was juicy and spicy. You eat tacos on the street by the window because there are no tables. Azul Tacos belongs to Azul restaurant and to the Hong Kong Empire. The price for one tacos is US $ 1. 50. Good place for a quick snack.
I went to La Justinas with a regular and it was decent, but not memorable. I loved the dessert though. The photos are too large to upload. Sorry
Anyone planning to be there for the Tequila Expo on Revo this Friday-Sunday? Should be a good time, with lots of nice tequilas to taste and lots of hot chicas serving.
[QUOTE=KCQuestor;2606490]Anyone planning to be there for the Tequila Expo on Revo this Friday-Sunday? Should be a good time, with lots of nice tequilas to taste and lots of hot chicas serving.[/QUOTE]I'll probably try to make it down Sunday night if they are still open. Weekends are busy for me and don't miss the crowds. I do prefer hot chicas giving shots of quality tequila. I'll probably Uber with a regular if she is available.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2597595]A bro ordered Al Capone's 70-peso chicken nacho. It was a fresh, tasty, spicy, delicious mix of shredded roti chicken, chips, cheeses, bean, salsa, pepper, cilantro served on a hot iron plate.
It was so good and a delicious way to eat chicken I looked up recipes and tried to do it at home. It's a quick and easy but delicious snack for parties or for watching sports with friends.
Marinade shredded lean roti chicken or cooked ground beef in canned or homemade salsa. On Alum foil, make layers of thick chip with meats, cheese, chopped tomato then top it with bean / cheese, bake at 400 F 10 min. Garnish with sliced olive, chopped green onion, jalapeno pepper, cilantro. Sour cream.
My wingmen have gotten rave approvals serving these spicy and delicious Mexican snacks to their haute-cuisine friends.[/QUOTE]Went here last night and had the Nachos Capone for 190 pesos. Would have to disagree on the quality of the nachos. The nacho chips were movie quality (like maybe they were taken out of a Tostitos chips bag) and the cheese had a bad aftertaste. The serving was huge but I could only eat half as I didn't like the way it tasted. Also didn't like the homemade chips and salsa they give you complimentary prior to the food (though the salsa was spicy which I liked). But just my opinion. Maybe I was expecting too much based on the way you described it.
Mouzone,
Don't know what you expect, 5 Michelin-star joint in La Zona?
The bro ordered Chicken Chilaquiles, chunks of grilled white meat chicken in a nacho with chips, salsa, cheese on top. I am very sensitive to bad taste but everything was fresh, creamy and delicious, no bad after taste.
The chips were not home made, all Costco bags. I don't like the salsa they serve gratis, finely blended and too watery. I prefer salsa with chopped fresh tomatoes, onion, pepper, cinlantro.
I was so impressed with this chicken chilaquiles I made it at home. Nachos is good for snack and can be made quickly. Just fry chicken, ground beef or shrimp in onion and garlic and quickly with chopped tomato and green pepper then serve hot over chips with melted cheese and sour cream.
[QUOTE=BrotherMouzone;2607320]Maybe I was expecting too much based on the way you described it.[/QUOTE]Always consider the source when reading these threads.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2606538]I'll probably try to make it down Sunday night if they are still open. Weekends are busy for me and don't miss the crowds. I do prefer hot chicas giving shots of quality tequila. I'll probably Uber with a regular if she is available.[/QUOTE]Should be open until 11:00 pm on Sunday per their Facebook post, but I am sure most vendors will start packing up quite a bit before then.
[URL]https://www.facebook.com/expo.tequilatijuana[/URL]
Where is Al Capone? (Not Alcatraz, I hope.).
A friend and I looked for it next to Chicago club, yesterday, and we couldn't find it.
Did they move? Close? Change their name?
Al Capone.
Some guys are born with eyes and nose sensitive only to the sights and smells of wet, tight pussies, not restaurants' doors, nothing else.
[QUOTE=WombatEd2;2607738]Where is Al Capone? (Not Alcatraz, I hope.).
A friend and I looked for it next to Chicago club, yesterday, and we couldn't find it.
Did they move? Close? Change their name?[/QUOTE]It's the small restaurant literally one door to the right of the Chicago Club. There's no "Al Capone" signage outside the restaurant I don't think but you'll see pictures of Capone and the Chicago mafia inside the restaurant -- the food menu also has "Capone" labeling throughout.
[QUOTE=WombatEd2;2607738]Where is Al Capone? (Not Alcatraz, I hope.).
A friend and I looked for it next to Chicago club, yesterday, and we couldn't find it.
Did they move? Close? Change their name?[/QUOTE]The restaurant is very small with no windows. So it is easily missed. From the outside, it may look like a side entrance for Chicago employees.
BTW, one additional door more, and there is usually two or three chicas sitting at an entrance to what appears to be a hallway to an apartment building. Are the they working chicas? Or are they Chicago chicas taking a break? They are usually attractive but are not friendly enough to suggest they are working at the time.
Jackie,
Those girls are street girls standing in front of the alley into hotel Monito, a drug addicts' haven.
I remember at least one report a guy was robbed in the girl's room in Monnito.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2607935]The restaurant is very small with no windows. So it is easily missed. From the outside, it may look like a side entrance for Chicago employees.
BTW, one additional door more, and there is usually two or three chicas sitting at an entrance to what appears to be a hallway to an apartment building. Are the they working chicas? Or are they Chicago chicas taking a break? They are usually attractive but are not friendly enough to suggest they are working at the time.[/QUOTE]You haven't been to Hotel Monitos? You're in for a treat. Yes, the girls are working. Just chat 'them up and have them give you the grand tour of that palatial joint.
Hotel Monitos has good food.
I highly recommend it. Hehehehe.
[QUOTE=Artisttyp;2608047]Hotel Monitos has good food. I highly recommend it.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2607997]You haven't been to Hotel Monitos? You're in for a treat. [/QUOTE]That place usually has a locked entrance door; and it should be.
Specializes in stinky, pus-dripping rotten tunas.
Hi guys,
I've never been to Mexico. I've ready about 6 months of posts. I didn't see anything about drinking the water or eating raw vegetables. Anyone have any concerns about it? I have a couple of Mexican friends that say to not drink the tap water, but they seem to be ok with eating raw vegetables. Thanks.
I think that different taco stands do different types of tacos best.
I like the HK taco stand for Carne Asada tacos. I like Tacos Azul for Adobe tacos. I like the taco stand on Constitution near La Gloria for Shrimp tacos.
[QUOTE=ShogunHua;2608425]Hi guys,
I've never been to Mexico. I've ready about 6 months of posts. I didn't see anything about drinking the water or eating raw vegetables. Anyone have any concerns about it? I have a couple of Mexican friends that say to not drink the tap water, but they seem to be ok with eating raw vegetables. Thanks.[/QUOTE]Nobody, not locals, not tourists, drinks the water. Bottled water is cheap. I've never had a problem with raw vegetables, like the radishes or cucumbers at taco stands. But I stick to decent restaurants if I'm going to eat a salad.
[QUOTE=ShogunHua;2608425]Hi guys,
I've never been to Mexico. I've ready about 6 months of posts. I didn't see anything about drinking the water or eating raw vegetables. Anyone have any concerns about it? I have a couple of Mexican friends that say to not drink the tap water, but they seem to be ok with eating raw vegetables. Thanks.[/QUOTE]Don't drink tap water. The locals do not. Re fruits and veges. On one hand they don't use pesticide like we do, so you are at less risk of cancer. On the other hand, for the same reason you are more at risk of eating a bug now and then. If you have to ask, skip the raw veges and order them grilled. That way the bugs are seasoned.
I am in no way a health expert. If you need advice on diseases, you should hit John Clayton hehe.
However, I have been going to Tijuana, eating local food for over 20 years, only caught a mild case of diarrhea one night due to the guacamole sauce at the HK taco stand. I ate lots of raw seafood, salads, fresh fruits that are washed in tap water, tacos and meals at sleazy places during CoVid shutdown, not a problem, but I only drink beers or Tequila, not tap water. Also did lots of DFKs and tits sucking with local senoritas, did not pick up any diseases.
If you have health issues or sensitive digestive system, just take precaution during your travel. Eat only well-cooked fresh meats or seafoods, hot soups, boiled vegetables, not salads, fruits with skin like banana, drink only bottled water or beer, be careful what you touch and put in your mouth.
Have not heard of any outbreaks of e Coli, listeria or food-born bacteria in Tijuana in decades. If your health is average, you should not have digestive problems in Tijuana.
Chunks of shank beef in a beef broth with fresh vegetables, served hot and fresh with chips, salsa, rice, bean, tortillas, 70 pesos or $3.50.
Al Capone cooks all their dishes fresh, not precooked.
Grilled slices sirloin served on a hot iron plate with rice, bean, tortillas, chip and salsa, tomato / onion / pepper ranchero sauce, 70 pesos or $3.50.
Tell them you want rare (rojo) tro get medium.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2608557]Nobody, not locals, not tourists, drinks the water. Bottled water is cheap. [/QUOTE]Yep, at an Oxxo you can get a big bottle of water for less than 50 cents. Pisses me off to come back to the US and pay $2. 00 at a 7-11.
Some restaurants (Caesars, for example) offer filtered water to drink, but in general you'll drink bottled water all the time. I used to go so far as to brush my teeth with bottled water, but if I'm at a decent hotel I have no problem brushing with tap water. But I'll only drink bottled.
So I've been texting and video calling with a regular back at home in Sinaloa and she has been sending me videos and photos of her doing family activities and her hometown. I mentioned it was going to be my bday soon and she said she would fly to Tijuana so we could go on a trip. She is taking classes to finish her bachelors degree and haven't seen her in a few months. She told me her flight arrival time and I have never been to the Tijuana airport. I didn't know what to expect as not sure where the arrivals are dropped off and booked an apartment in LOS Olas in Popotla via Airbnb. I still wasn't sure she was actually going to arrive until she texted me a photo of her airplane window while she was departing.
I left and ran into traffic trying to get into Tijuana so would miss her arrival time as she texted that she landed and waiting for me. I shot her a photo of the traffic and estimated arrival time. Eventually got to the arrivals 20 min. Later than the navigation estimate and wasn't sure where she was waiting. I did a videocall and tried to show her where I was waiting curbside for her in my car. She eventually found me and on our way to Rosarito. We catch up about life and she is debating between living in Guadalajara or Tijuana, but more opportunities for an engineering major in Guadalajara. I told her I could help her out more if she lived in Tijuana as I usually visit other regulars and clubs and wouldn't have to fly to meet her in GDL. She mentions she is hungry and wants to check out LOS Pelicanos. We arrive to the restaurant and it is located right on the beach. The food was decent, but nothing to write home about. It was priced similar to USA Prices maybe due to the location and the USA Tourists. I recall getting a mariscos mixed plate and she got some aquachile shrimp dish. We got a few mixed drinks and shots of Don Julio. She mentions to the waiter it is my birthday and they bring out a cheesecake with something scribbled in chocolate syrup. I was a little tipsy, so didn't feel like reading what it said. The bill came out to 2,100 pesos with the tip.
We get back in the car and head to LOS Olas and the apartment is huge. It is 2 br, 2 bath with a nice balcony overlooking the ocean on the 16th floor. We drop off our bags on the floor and we start making out. Clothes flew off and she kneeled down giving me a BBBJ in the kitchen. Eventually she tired out and bent over the kitchen countertop with her ass out suggesting doggy. I obliged and gave it to her and it felt great. I picked her up and took her to the bed and continued through positions and finished. Afterwards I gave her a facial cleaning brush and soniccare toothbrush and she gave me presents for my birthday, which was a leather wallet and a heart ornament. I said perfect, I'll put it on my Christmas tree and she said I could hang it from my rear view window in the car. Odd, but I guess. I told her not to get me anything and to just show up, but these chicas want to be hospitable I guess.
We put on some music with the Bluetooth speaker in the apartment and went with session #2 and I popped out my cock vibrating ring and she loved it. She got off and so did I. I can't recall how many times she got me off that night, but it must have been 4-5 times as she just does it for me. I think she was surprised as well since she asked me how many times did we have sex. During the sessions we mixed it up between cock vibrating ring and her vibrator, my tongue, and various positions. She just does it for me with her glances, moans, and English comments like "I love your dick. ".
We fill up the bathroom jacuzzi and clean up and chat, but can't recall what it was about. I also recall the Airbnb host leaving a bottle of LA Cetto merlot with a couple glasses which we opened and drank. She wasn't a fan of the wine and prefers cervezas. We get out and make love again and then decide to go downstairs to the jacuzzis on the first floor. It was around 8-9 pm and the place closes around 10. We were the only people in the complex using the 2 pools and 5-6 jacuzzis. They had 2 security guards walking around and we picked a hidden jacuzzi spot and I took my shorts off and she straddled me and it was entertaining. We swam in the heated pool and then she mentioned she was hungry and we decide to change and get tacos. We drove to Rosarito and found a taco place called Tacos El Poblano which was pretty delicious, but it was around midnight and anything probably tastes good at that hour. She mentions we should visit Ricky's Place in Popotla and we get in the car and head to the run down bar. It is an interesting place as you see a bunch of dollar bills taped together with writing on them, bras, and panties hanging from the walls and ceiling. We got a couple of margaritas and it was pretty tasty and just looked around the bar. Interesting place to see, but a one and done type of place.
We get back in the car and head back to the apartment and more sex. I think she was a little annoyed at this point as it is probably session 4 or 5 at this point and she is just worn out. I finish and we fall asleep around 1-2 am. For some reason I wake up at 5 am with a raging hard on and she moans like she isn't happy to be awoken with me rubbing junior on her thighs. I just couldn't resist her and we got it on and then she fell back to sleep. I couldn't go back to sleep and took a shower and looked out on the balcony. I was in my happy place in an apartment right on the ocean, sexy chica, good food, and good weather. I get back in bed and doze off for a short nap and wake up again with a raging hard on and we have sex again and use toys to assist in the fun. She mentions she loves the vibrating cock ring as it even comes with a remote that she can use to change the modes.
We freshen up and start packing as she is hungry and checkout is around 12. We clean the place up and make sure we aren't missing anything and she was able to attend one of her video call classes, but the second one she snoozed through. I felt bad as I hope I'm not making her struggle in her studies, but then again I'm such a selfish sex addict. I tell her we should go to LOS Portales and she wants lobster at Puerto Nuevo, but I showed her photos of when I went with another regular and she liked it. We got to LOS Portales and the views are amazing right on the cliff side of the Pacific Ocean. She likes it, but then inquires who I came with and I told her another chica. This comment made her go silent and things got awkward. I felt we were disconnected and I wasn't enjoying the experience anymore. We get our food and mixed drinks and I got the ribeye done medium rare and she got some seafood tostadas. The price was decent as the bill came out to $70 with tip for everything. The ribeye was only $29 and it was huge with mixed grilled veggies. Similar meal would be $60 plus in the USA.
We drive back to her cousins apartment in Tijuana and she is silent and looks like she wants to cry. It is a ping drive especially when the chemistry died. I felt like shit, but I told her she even texted she didn't mind me seeing other chicas. I shouldn't feel bad as I'm a monger and love isn't part of the equation of successful mongering trips. She just listens to Banda the whole way back and we hit traffic in Tijuana. I turn down the music and ask what's up. She asks how chicas I've been with since she was gone and me being honest told her 3. They are the other regulars I enjoy spending time with and overnights. She seemed to break down and put her sweater over her head and it really got awkward as I'm driving through Tijuana with a chica that has a sweater over her head. I guess she didn't want me to see her crying. I really felt like shit and couldn't put my finger on why. She is amazing sexually, but when we met she was a bar girl. She even texted me saying it isn't an issue. I just assumed she is a bar girl so no issues and apparently shit must have got lost in translation.
So at the end, not sure if she is going to pursue a career in Tijuana or Guadalajara, but she did interview for an intern position in GDL. She said they demand 6 hours per day for 5 days per week and they pay $300 per month. She told me through texts that she clears a minimum $300 per day when she worked at HK, so I guess bar girl math would make the internship not worth it, but she doesn't particularly enjoy it and wants something stable. She mentioned in the jacuzzi that she met some couple from NY that we're doing lines of cocaine she would make lots of money in the Big Apple and wouldn't have to sleep with anyone, but just provide companionship. I've never heard of such a thing, but apparently guys in the big city must pay for companionship without sexual services. I tried to attach photos of food, drinks, and the bar, but they are too large.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2610663]So I've been texting and video calling with a regular back at home in Sinaloa and she has been sending me videos and photos of her doing family activities and her hometown. I mentioned it was going to be my bday soon and she said she would fly to Tijuana so we could go on a trip. She is taking classes to finish her bachelors degree and haven't seen her in a few months. She told me her flight arrival time and I have never been to the Tijuana airport. I didn't know what to expect as not sure where the arrivals are dropped off and booked an apartment in LOS Olas in Popotla via Airbnb. I still wasn't sure she was actually going to arrive until she texted me a photo of her airplane window while she was departing.
I left and ran into traffic trying to get into Tijuana so would miss her arrival time as she texted that she landed and waiting for me. I shot her a photo of the traffic and estimated arrival time. Eventually got to the arrivals 20 min. Later than the navigation estimate and wasn't sure where she was waiting. I did a videocall and tried to show her where I was waiting curbside for her in my car. She eventually found me and on our way to Rosarito. We catch up about life and she is debating between living in Guadalajara or Tijuana, but more opportunities for an engineering major in Guadalajara. I told her I could help her out more if she lived in Tijuana as I usually visit other regulars and clubs and wouldn't have to fly to meet her in GDL. She mentions she is hungry and wants to check out LOS Pelicanos. We arrive to the restaurant and it is located right on the beach. The food was decent, but nothing to write home about. It was priced similar to USA Prices maybe due to the location and the USA Tourists. I recall getting a mariscos mixed plate and she got some aquachile shrimp dish. We got a few mixed drinks and shots of Don Julio. She mentions to the waiter it is my birthday and they bring out a cheesecake with something scribbled in chocolate syrup. I was a little tipsy, so didn't feel like reading what it said. The bill came out to 2,100 pesos with the tip...[/QUOTE]Dang. That was better than the HBO series I was watching. Little love. Drama. Emotion. Heartache.
G.
[QUOTE=CaptainSolo;2609156]Chunks of shank beef in a beef broth with fresh vegetables, served hot and fresh with chips, salsa, rice, bean, tortillas, 70 pesos or $3.50.
Al Capone cooks all their dishes fresh, not precooked.[/QUOTE]Hola Captain, I remember when you recommended Caldo de res for the first time, I've never eaten it before, but it's a good dish. I have had twice at the Montecarlo restaurant opposite the Adelita club. But it costs $ 5 there. I have to try Caldo de res in Al Capone restaurant. Recently I ate at Montecarlo restaurant "Pollo a la Jardinera" that is chicken jardinera style also vegetable soup (minestrone) and Pacifica light beer. The price was $ 8. 25. That chicken jardinera was very good. It is cooked with vegetables and potatoes.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2610663]So I've been texting and video calling with a regular back at home in Sinaloa and she has been sending me videos and photos of her doing family activities and her hometown. I mentioned it was going to be my bday soon and she said she would fly to Tijuana so we could go on a trip. She is taking classes to finish her bachelors degree and haven't seen her in a few months. She told me her flight arrival time and I have never been to the Tijuana airport. I didn't know what to expect as not sure where the arrivals are dropped off and booked an apartment in Los Olas in Popotla via Airbnb. I still wasn't sure she was actually going to arrive until she texted me a photo of her airplane window while she was departing.
I left and ran into traffic trying to get into Tijuana so would miss her arrival time as she texted that she landed and waiting for me. I shot her a photo of the traffic and estimated arrival time. Eventually got to the arrivals 20 min. Later than the navigation estimate and wasn't sure where she was waiting. I did a videocall and tried to show her where I was waiting curbside for her in my car. She eventually found me and on our way to Rosarito. We catch up about life and she is debating between living in Guadalajara or Tijuana, but more opportunities for an engineering major in Guadalajara. I told her I could help her out more if she lived in Tijuana as I usually visit other regulars and clubs and wouldn't have to fly to meet her in GDL. She mentions she is hungry and wants to check out Los Pelicanos. We arrive to the restaurant and it is located right on the beach. The food was decent, but nothing to write home about. It was priced similar to USA Prices maybe due to the location and the USA Tourists. I recall getting a mariscos mixed plate and she got some aquachile shrimp dish. We got a few mixed drinks and shots of Don Julio. She mentions to the waiter it is my birthday and they bring out a cheesecake with something scribbled in chocolate syrup. I was a little tipsy, so didn't feel like reading what it said. The bill came out to 2,100 pesos with the tip.
We get back in the car and head to Los Olas and the apartment is huge. It is 2 br, 2 bath with a nice balcony overlooking the ocean on the 16th floor. We drop off our bags on the floor and we start making out. Clothes flew off and she kneeled down giving me a BBBJ in the kitchen. Eventually she tired out and bent over the kitchen countertop with her ass out suggesting doggy. I obliged and gave it to her and it felt great. I picked her up and took her to the bed and continued through positions and finished. Afterwards I gave her a facial cleaning brush and soniccare toothbrush and she gave me presents for my birthday, which was a leather wallet and a heart ornament. I said perfect, I'll put it on my Christmas tree and she said I could hang it from my rear view window in the car. Odd, but I guess. I told her not to get me anything and to just show up, but these chicas want to be hospitable I guess.
We put on some music with the Bluetooth speaker in the apartment and went with session #2 and I popped out my cock vibrating ring and she loved it. She got off and so did I. I can't recall how many times she got me off that night, but it must have been 4-5 times as she just does it for me. I think she was surprised as well since she asked me how many times did we have sex. During the sessions we mixed it up between cock vibrating ring and her vibrator, my tongue, and various positions. She just does it for me with her glances, moans, and English comments like "I love your dick. ".
We fill up the bathroom jacuzzi and clean up and chat, but can't recall what it was about. I also recall the Airbnb host leaving a bottle of LA Cetto merlot with a couple glasses which we opened and drank. She wasn't a fan of the wine and prefers cervezas. We get out and make love again and then decide to go downstairs to the jacuzzis on the first floor. It was around 8-9 pm and the place closes around 10. We were the only people in the complex using the 2 pools and 5-6 jacuzzis. They had 2 security guards walking around and we picked a hidden jacuzzi spot and I took my shorts off and she straddled me and it was entertaining. We swam in the heated pool and then she mentioned she was hungry and we decide to change and get tacos. We drove to Rosarito and found a taco place called Tacos El Poblano which was pretty delicious, but it was around midnight and anything probably tastes good at that hour. She mentions we should visit Ricky's Place in Popotla and we get in the car and head to the run down bar. It is an interesting place as you see a bunch of dollar bills taped together with writing on them, bras, and panties hanging from the walls and ceiling. We got a couple of margaritas and it was pretty tasty and just looked around the bar. Interesting place to see, but a one and done type of place...[/QUOTE]Well another great report and opening up with everything that happened. Well I'm trying to remember which girl this is from your rotation. Off the top of my head this is the one that you did the threesome with that felt odd? So no matter what they say in the beginning they don't like you seeing other girls. Now some they might mind if it's just in the bar but seeing them away from work is getting more personal to her. When I was just hanging with my ex she knew I had a few other girls. One who I only saw in the bar and one who would come to my apartment. She didn't care about the bar one but hated the other girl.
Now she could be trying to tell you things to see if you are looking to be with her or if it's just easy sex. With as many times as you had sex and at one point she wasn't to into it might make her realize that you only see her in a certain light and it will never be serious. So talking about Guadalajara or Tijuana could be her seeing if you pushed for Tijuana more to maybe try to have a more serious relationship. The thing about NYC is odd or just some type of person lying to this girl to get her to NYC and now she's forced to have sex and who can help her?
Not sure what to say I know how shitty you feel since you didn't think it was serious but lots of these girls want to hook up with a guy so not to be in the business anymore.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2610758]Well another great report and opening up with everything that happened. Well I'm trying to remember which girl this is from your rotation. Off the top of my head this is the one that you did the threesome with that felt odd? So no matter what they say in the beginning they don't like you seeing other girls. Now some they might mind if it's just in the bar but seeing them away from work is getting more personal to her. When I was just hanging with my ex she knew I had a few other girls. One who I only saw in the bar and one who would come to my apartment. She didn't care about the bar one but hated the other girl.
Now she could be trying to tell you things to see if you are looking to be with her or if it's just easy sex. With as many times as you had sex and at one point she wasn't to into it might make her realize that you only see her in a certain light and it will never be serious. So talking about Guadalajara or Tijuana could be her seeing if you pushed for Tijuana more to maybe try to have a more serious relationship. The thing about NYC is odd or just some type of person lying to this girl to get her to NYC and now she's forced to have sex and who can help her?
Not sure what to say I know how shitty you feel since you didn't think it was serious but lots of these girls want to hook up with a guy so not to be in the business anymore.[/QUOTE]It is the girl I met over the summer that was upset about the threesome and then spent some overnights with in Marriott and HK. I wouldn't assume they would get jealous as they worked in the bar and should know most of the clients are international sex addicts. It could be good or bad as we vacation in other countries to sleep with women from all over the world. She is very intense and almost scary to be with at times as I enjoy it so much. My heart says to keep seeing her, but mind knows it is dangerous. All of the regulars I've met have something special that piques my interests and that is why I continue to see them until it isn't fun anymore. If she isn't cool with me seeing other chicas, then it will be a sad day as I'll just have to cut ties.
Like most have mentioned, by treating them like a regular women we must be putting something in their mind that there is a better life outside of their impoverished reality. Most don't have the support system so they go out on their own to try and improve their situation even though it is a fucked up reality. I know I mentioned to her the Airbnb was $250 for the night and she was surprised as she stated her rent for apartment was $500 per month and Im dropping it on one night with her in Rosarito. Also the meals out probably spent close to $200 just for food and drinks. I would imagine that is one months worth of food for her, but all relative as in the U.S. she wouldnt be able to survive, especially NYC. My exwife has family in Brooklyn and they rent their apartments out for $3k per month which are tiny, but right across from Manhattan.
The sad thing is that her aunt was the one that mentioned it as a means to make more money. I don't see how she is going to be able to survive as an intern in GDL with what they pay, but she said it is to gain experience and hopefully convert to full time position. The refreshing thing about seeing the regulars I meet in the bars is that I don't have to feel guilt about my hoing around. They know not to ask as I'm going to give them the honest answer. I think it is a temporary escape from their reality. Some regulars drink too much or smoke too much and it annoys me a little as the only vices I have are sex and gambling. They seem to use it as a crutch to disconnect from the matrix. It is similar to what I do when I spend time with them, but understand it isnt a normal relationship. Almost depressing at times, but it fulfills my wants and needs for that moment in time until I return back to the U.S.
[QUOTE=Gregyyr;2610674]Dang. That was better than the HBO series I was watching. Little love. Drama. Emotion. Heartache.
G.[/QUOTE]Yeah it feels like I'm living a hbo series. The good thing is most of the other regulars are just about hanging out and having fun. This one in particular got to me as she is actually going to school and trying to better herself. It hits more deep knowing them more on a personal level compared to just fuck and forget and I think that is why the Thai boards say don't break the three day rule.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2610758]Well another great report and opening up with everything that happened. Well I'm trying to remember which girl this is from your rotation. Off the top of my head this is the one that you did the threesome with that felt odd? So no matter what they say in the beginning they don't like you seeing other girls. Now some they might mind if it's just in the bar but seeing them away from work is getting more personal to her. When I was just hanging with my ex she knew I had a few other girls. One who I only saw in the bar and one who would come to my apartment. She didn't care about the bar one but hated the other girl.
Now she could be trying to tell you things to see if you are looking to be with her or if it's just easy sex. With as many times as you had sex and at one point she wasn't to into it might make her realize that you only see her in a certain light and it will never be serious. So talking about Guadalajara or Tijuana could be her seeing if you pushed for Tijuana more to maybe try to have a more serious relationship. The thing about NYC is odd or just some type of person lying to this girl to get her to NYC and now she's forced to have sex and who can help her?
Not sure what to say I know how shitty you feel since you didn't think it was serious but lots of these girls want to hook up with a guy so not to be in the business anymore.[/QUOTE]Great advice, Sol. I'll add my two cents. I think you have to look at it from the girl's perspective. I would say 70% of bar girls are looking for a gringo to support them regularly so they can get out of the bar game. The important thing to keep in mind is that these girls have heard it all from drunk gringos. So I believe most are highly skeptical of everything. I think this girl is thinking one of two things. Either she caught feelings and she's hurt. In that case, the fact that she told you other girls are fine was a lie. She didn't want to scare you away with any sort of commitment. May not have even believed you. If she's coming to Tijuana to see you, that tells me she's thinking relationship. The other clue: she was not as receptive to multiple sessions. In my first relationship (former escort, not BG), she was always suspicious of my feelings, thinking I wanted "free sex". We eventually got over that but I think that might be on her mind. Again, many gringos lie to them regularly. I'm not defending her, just speculating on her mindset.
The other possibility is she sees you as a meal ticket and these other girls are the competition. That's cynical. But I think if this was the case, she would have given you the cold shoulder or anger, not tears.
I've been there. Multiple times. When you have regulars, the lines get blurred. Often times, on both sides. When you share meals, nights, life goals, etc, it's easy for feelings to get involved. I'm not discouraging you, but just be sure your head is clear with your wants and expectations.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2610823]I know I mentioned to her the Airbnb was $250 for the night and she was surprised as she stated her rent for apartment was $500 per month and Im dropping it on one night with her in Rosarito. Also the meals out probably spent close to $200 just for food and drinks.[/QUOTE]This is another important reality that I learned. These girls see every gringo as "wealthy". I'm stating the obvious, but relatively speaking, we are better off financially. But they do not really translate cost of living. They see you spend $500 in discretionary items and that is the equivalent, to us, of a gringo blowing 10 K in a club one night. You can try to explain cost of living to them, but as you said, some live in very meager conditions, so it just doesn't translate.
Maybe it's not worth the time to understand the mindset of these chicas. But I find it fascinating, in a sociological manner.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2610823]It is the girl I met over the summer that was upset about the threesome and then spent some overnights with in Marriott and HK. I wouldn't assume they would get jealous as they worked in the bar and should know most of the clients are international sex addicts. It could be good or bad as we vacation in other countries to sleep with women from all over the world. She is very intense and almost scary to be with at times as I enjoy it so much. My heart says to keep seeing her, but mind knows it is dangerous. All of the regulars I've met have something special that piques my interests and that is why I continue to see them until it isn't fun anymore. If she isn't cool with me seeing other chicas, then it will be a sad day as I'll just have to cut ties.
Like most have mentioned, by treating them like a regular women we must be putting something in their mind that there is a better life outside of their impoverished reality. Most don't have the support system so they go out on their own to try and improve their situation even though it is a fucked up reality. I know I mentioned to her the Airbnb was $250 for the night and she was surprised as she stated her rent for apartment was $500 per month and Im dropping it on one night with her in Rosarito. Also the meals out probably spent close to $200 just for food and drinks. I would imagine that is one months worth of food for her, but all relative as in the U.S. she wouldnt be able to survive, especially NYC. My exwife has family in Brooklyn and they rent their apartments out for $3k per month which are tiny, but right across from Manhattan. .[/QUOTE]So you seem to have a lot of conversations with this girl on texts and video so she might of gotten the wrong idea. It seems she wants more of a relationship with you or you are helping her out. It's your business and your money so I'm not judging you if you've been sending her money while she's back home it just makes me understand the situation more.
I would just talk to her about what she wants and maybe she'd be happy with you being like a sugar daddy that gives her a monthly allowance to help her and if she's in Guadalajara you would see her when you can and if she's in Tijuana then things would be better for you. No matter what city she lives in she will still be able to work on the side to make more money.
Yeah I wasn't sure what drugs you did as it seemed the girls you spent time with were all into them. Which is no big deal but some girls just want to party and have fun with a guy they trust. I agree that it's not attractive to see them always in this light. I hope you get your thoughts together on what you want and are honest with her at least so not to string her along. From all you say you seem to have a good heart and will do the right thing. Best of luck.
[QUOTE=Dcrist0527;2610835]Great advice, Sol. I'll add my two cents. I think you have to look at it from the girl's perspective. I would say 70% of bar girls are looking for a gringo to support them regularly so they can get out of the bar game. The important thing to keep in mind is that these girls have heard it all from drunk gringos. So I believe most are highly skeptical of everything. I think this girl is thinking one of two things. Either she caught feelings and she's hurt. In that case, the fact that she told you other girls are fine was a lie. She didn't want to scare you away with any sort of commitment. May not have even believed you. If she's coming to Tijuana to see you, that tells me she's thinking relationship. The other clue: she was not as receptive to multiple sessions. In my first relationship (former escort, not BG), she was always suspicious of my feelings, thinking I wanted "free sex". We eventually got over that but I think that might be on her mind. Again, many gringos lie to them regularly. I'm not defending her, just speculating on her mindset.
The other possibility is she sees you as a meal ticket and these other girls are the competition. That's cynical. But I think if this was the case, she would have given you the cold shoulder or anger, not tears.
I've been there. Multiple times. When you have regulars, the lines get blurred. Often times, on both sides. When you share meals, nights, life goals, etc, it's easy for feelings to get involved. I'm not discouraging you, but just be sure your head is clear with your wants and expectations.[/QUOTE]Yeah I've had way too much experience in this area so I just want to help and not be the usual guy that says they are just working girls and are using you for money. That's just the easy thing to say and of all the girls I would see none ever asked me for money for family or other things. You couldn't be more correct on the things these girls hear. I always tell them that they can't fall for the flash and talk of most guys since 90% of the time it is just show.
[QUOTE=Dcrist0527;2610835]Great advice, Sol. I'll add my two cents. I think you have to look at it from the girl's perspective. I would say 70% of bar girls are looking for a gringo to support them regularly so they can get out of the bar game. The important thing to keep in mind is that these girls have heard it all from drunk gringos. So I believe most are highly skeptical of everything. I think this girl is thinking one of two things. Either she caught feelings and she's hurt. In that case, the fact that she told you other girls are fine was a lie. She didn't want to scare you away with any sort of commitment. May not have even believed you. If she's coming to Tijuana to see you, that tells me she's thinking relationship. The other clue: she was not as receptive to multiple sessions. In my first relationship (former escort, not BG), she was always suspicious of my feelings, thinking I wanted "free sex". We eventually got over that but I think that might be on her mind. Again, many gringos lie to them regularly. I'm not defending her, just speculating on her mindset.
The other possibility is she sees you as a meal ticket and these other girls are the competition. That's cynical. But I think if this was the case, she would have given you the cold shoulder or anger, not tears.
I've been there. Multiple times. When you have regulars, the lines get blurred. Often times, on both sides. When you share meals, nights, life goals, etc, it's easy for feelings to get involved. I'm not discouraging you, but just be sure your head is clear with your wants and expectations.[/QUOTE]Her face looked like she was ready to explode in tears, but did a great job of holding it back. I felt like shit and told her I'm here if you need me since I know she isn't working and want to make sure she completes her degree. If she doesn't complete her degree and continues working the bar, then I'll be disappointed, but not surprised.
The other regulars are about having fun and some could be catching feelings, but haven't came out to say anything. Some have puppy dog eyes when I leave, but could just be the fact they are mentally returning back to reality. This girl mentioned she was catching feelings on multiple occasions and I told her best to stay friends as I know I'm an intense person if I ever decide to let myself fall in love. I told her she shouldn't fall in love if she decides to continue working in the bars, as it only results in hurt feelings. Heartless for me to say, maybe, but like to be honest with them.
All of them have different things that keep my interest and it depends on the time of day on what I want satisfied. The sexcapade did make me realize and I think for her as well, I have issues as she wasn't that into it the last session before we had to leave. I think we had sex 7-8 times in the span of 18 hours together. I thought I met my sexual equivalent, but I guess I will have to keep searching if things fall out with her.
[QUOTE=Dcrist0527;2610841]This is another important reality that I learned. These girls see every gringo as "wealthy". I'm stating the obvious, but relatively speaking, we are better off financially. But they do not really translate cost of living. They see you spend $500 in discretionary items and that is the equivalent, to us, of a gringo blowing 10 K in a club one night. You can try to explain cost of living to them, but as you said, some live in very meager conditions, so it just doesn't translate.
Maybe it's not worth the time to understand the mindset of these chicas. But I find it fascinating, in a sociological manner.[/QUOTE]Well it's not just gringos they think and most Mexicans think if you live in the USA you can help them. I can't count the number of times that friends of mine here that have family in Mexico and if anything ever goes wrong they are on speed dial and call looking for money. Now some people are able to spend on things that seem expensive but most families here especially in California have many expenses and not much money left to help, the family always. They never seem to understand that.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2610863]So you seem to have a lot of conversations with this girl on texts and video so she might of gotten the wrong idea. It seems she wants more of a relationship with you or you are helping her out. It's your business and your money so I'm not judging you if you've been sending her money while she's back home it just makes me understand the situation more.
I would just talk to her about what she wants and maybe she'd be happy with you being like a sugar daddy that gives her a monthly allowance to help her and if she's in Guadalajara you would see her when you can and if she's in Tijuana then things would be better for you. No matter what city she lives in she will still be able to work on the side to make more money.
Yeah I wasn't sure what drugs you did as it seemed the girls you spent time with were all into them. Which is no big deal but some girls just want to party and have fun with a guy they trust. I agree that it's not attractive to see them always in this light. I hope you get your thoughts together on what you want and are honest with her at least so not to string her along. From all you say you seem to have a good heart and will do the right thing. Best of luck.[/QUOTE]I told her I'd be willing to help her out if she ever gets in a pinch and sent her $300 through money gram and also paid for the flight to TIJ. I said I could help her out more if she comes to TIJ as Id be able to see her more often. I don't feel like flying to GDL and never been before. She said more professional opportunities for her in GDL and also cheaper COL as well compared to TIJ. Also she said the scenery is a better fit for her and her aunt is working to help with her living expenses. I only do weed and ecstasy was like 2 decades ago. I like to feel present when I'm with people and not under the influence. Also everything I do comes from a good heart. I believe in trying to lift people up that bring value to your life. I've helped one regular fix stuff in her apartment and get her some furniture and this one I said I could help if she lived in Tijuana, but never thought that someone that worked in a bar would get jealous.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2610892]I told her I'd be willing to help her out if she ever gets in a pinch and sent her $300 through money gram and also paid for the flight to TIJ. I said I could help her out more if she comes to TIJ as Id be able to see her more often. I don't feel like flying to GDL and never been before. She said more professional opportunities for her in GDL and also cheaper COL as well compared to TIJ. Also she said the scenery is a better fit for her and her aunt is working to help with her living expenses. I only do weed and ecstasy was like 2 decades ago. I like to feel present when I'm with people and not under the influence. Also everything I do comes from a good heart. I believe in trying to lift people up that bring value to your life. I've helped one regular fix stuff in her apartment and get her some furniture and this one I said I could help if she lived in Tijuana, but never thought that someone that worked in a bar would get jealous.[/QUOTE]Well sh seems to be a sweet girl and not asking much if anything from you. I understand not wanting to go to GDL but it's a great city. Yes much more work for her compared to Tijuana were it's more of a factory worker city and not all the tech and large companies like GDL. It's a lot better scenery that is true. Also doesn't get as cold as Tijuana which most girls don't like when having to be in Tijuana in the winter.
They may work in a bar but they are still Latin women and very jealous. I've seen many fights over clients while hanging out.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2610919]Well sh seems to be a sweet girl and not asking much if anything from you. I understand not wanting to go to GDL but it's a great city. Yes much more work for her compared to Tijuana were it's more of a factory worker city and not all the tech and large companies like GDL. It's a lot better scenery that is true. Also doesn't get as cold as Tijuana which most girls don't like when having to be in Tijuana in the winter.
They may work in a bar but they are still Latin women and very jealous. I've seen many fights over clients while hanging out.[/QUOTE]I'm meeting her tonight and having dinner at Chapultepec. I'm bringing a list of more serious questions. We will see if I keep seeing her or just break it off. I don't get anxious meeting the other regulars where it feels natural and stress free. This one makes me feel like I'm walking on the edge of a cliff for some reason. She mentioned she would stay in Tijuana since she has cousins and a friend from her hometown in the area. I know when feelings get involved that jealousy creeps in. It happened in Thailand with another threesome where the Thai regular was jealous of the third wheel. I just never learn and junior takes over the party. Depending on the answers and body language she gives off, who knows, maybe I'm moving to Tijuana part-time. I may be falling face first into a pile of shit, but hopefully come out smelling like roses. I setup an SA account and getting hits from ladies in SoCal and Mexico so might try that angle if I get bored of the club scene/bar girls. The Latinas seem to be something else though or maybe it is due to me being able to drive over every week to meet them.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611120]I'm meeting her tonight and having dinner at Chapultepec. I'm bringing a list of more serious questions. We will see if I keep seeing her or just break it off. I don't get anxious meeting the other regulars where it feels natural and stress free. This one makes me feel like I'm walking on the edge of a cliff for some reason. She mentioned she would stay in Tijuana since she has cousins and a friend from her hometown in the area. I know when feelings get involved that jealousy creeps in. It happened in Thailand with another threesome where the Thai regular was jealous of the third wheel. I just never learn and junior takes over the party. Depending on the answers and body language she gives off, who knows, maybe I'm moving to Tijuana part-time. I may be falling face first into a pile of shit, but hopefully come out smelling like roses. I setup an SA account and getting hits from ladies in SoCal and Mexico so might try that angle if I get bored of the club scene/bar girls. The Latinas seem to be something else though or maybe it is due to me being able to drive over every week to meet them.[/QUOTE]Great that you will address these issues with her and you have them written out so she knows you are genuine and have be and thinking a lot on this matter. I get confused with the anxious part of seeing her as she seems like a nice girl. Maybe it's just that she's very serious and not a clueless young girl like most in HK or other bars.
Well if all goes right and she wants s to be in Tijuana if you want a real relationship I would recommend you Ben in Tijuana a with her as much as possible if not full time. I remember a friend of a friend who had a girl in a house he bought by a he golf course. I went one time and the girl was all alone and he house just seemed sad since he only came by for a short time it just didn't feel like it was lived in and had no personality. Also just felt bad for the girl spending all that time alone waiting for him.
I imagine your kicking yourself for not learning more Spanish in your past since you can communicate with your phone but it's still not the same.
I too look on SA since I just want a part time girlfriend type thing to take trips with but have yet to contact anyone but will maybe try after the holidays.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2610823]It is the girl I met over the summer that was upset about the threesome and then spent some overnights with in Marriott and HK. I wouldn't assume they would get jealous as they worked in the bar and should know most of the clients are international sex addicts. It could be good or bad as we vacation in other countries to sleep with women from all over the world. She is very intense and almost scary to be with at times as I enjoy it so much. My heart says to keep seeing her, but mind knows it is dangerous. All of the regulars I've met have something special that piques my interests and that is why I continue to see them until it isn't fun anymore. If she isn't cool with me seeing other chicas, then it will be a sad day as I'll just have to cut ties.
The sad thing is that her aunt was the one that mentioned it as a means to make more money. I don't see how she is going to be able to survive as an intern in GDL with what they pay, but she said it is to gain experience and hopefully convert to full time position. The refreshing thing about seeing the regulars I meet in the bars is that I don't have to feel guilt about my hoing around. They know not to ask as I'm going to give them the honest answer. I think it is a temporary escape from their reality. Some regulars drink too much or smoke too much and it annoys me a little as the only vices I have are sex and gambling. They seem to use it as a crutch to disconnect from the matrix. It is similar to what I do when I spend time with them, but understand it isnt a normal relationship. Almost depressing at times, but it fulfills my wants and needs for that moment in time until I return back to the U.S.[/QUOTE]The more familiar I get with what goes on behind the scenes at HK, the more depressing it seems to get. These girls do a ton of drugs, most likely to escape the harsh reality of having no other choice then being a working girl. The more I go, the emptier the sex makes me feel, now I've been doing more drugs to overcome those feelings of post sex sadness, not a good path. A professional psychologist / therapist would probably love to pick our brains. I'm addicted to sex drugs and gambling. Interestingly all things that raise dopamine. Seems like most mongers are addicted to "the chase". Sometimes I think having a regular relationship would be better but I know myself well enough that I would eventually want to hoe around again.
[QUOTE=BigMagick;2611229]The more familiar I get with what goes on behind the scenes at HK, the more depressing it seems to get. These girls do a ton of drugs, most likely to escape the harsh reality of having no other choice then being a working girl. The more I go, the emptier the sex makes me feel, now I've been doing more drugs to overcome those feelings of post sex sadness, not a good path. A professional psychologist / therapist would probably love to pick our brains. I'm addicted to sex drugs and gambling. Interestingly all things that raise dopamine. Seems like most mongers are addicted to "the chase". Sometimes I think having a regular relationship would be better but I know myself well enough that I would eventually want to hoe around again.[/QUOTE]Sorry to hear that you're going down a path that you may not like. Honestly its posts like this that make me question why I am so excited to go to Tijuana here in October when I know after the first load is spilled, I will have some regrets. Not sure why this happens to us males, but I think the girls are "trained" to deal with this a bit. At least some of the regulars I see outside of Tijuana on the East Coast are. I do think I am getting addicted to Sex myself. Because I think about the opportunities a lot. Like OMG I have XXX amount of money to spend. That's a nice session if I want it. I also gamble and enjoy some Mary J on occasion but those do not really get me the way that sex does. Anyways your not alone. Getting out will be hard. Especially because its an addiction that we see all the time. Sex sells. They use it in marketing, sales just everything. You walk into a mall and there are a bunch of great looking girls. Gets ya going, makes you think about it. Anyways just my 2 cents. Good luck and enjoy the ride while you can!
[QUOTE=HellBoyX;2611376]Sorry to hear that you're going down a path that you may not like. Honestly its posts like this that make me question why I am so excited to go to Tijuana here in October when I know after the first load is spilled, I will have some regrets. Not sure why this happens to us males, but I think the girls are "trained" to deal with this a bit. At least some of the regulars I see outside of Tijuana on the East Coast are. I do think I am getting addicted to Sex myself. Because I think about the opportunities a lot. Like OMG I have XXX amount of money to spend. That's a nice session if I want it. I also gamble and enjoy some Mary J on occasion but those do not really get me the way that sex does. Anyways your not alone. Getting out will be hard. Especially because its an addiction that we see all the time. Sex sells. They use it in marketing, sales just everything. You walk into a mall and there are a bunch of great looking girls. Gets ya going, makes you think about it. Anyways just my 2 cents. Good luck and enjoy the ride while you can![/QUOTE]Thank you for your words, i am a long time vet of the zona and honestly there is no "pretty woman" ending. For us mongers it is an addiction that ends when we run out of money. For the ladies, they will keep selling their pussy until they are too old and ugly to be attractive at any price for a client. Some girls get of prostitution and never return, but sadly many of them always return when they need the money. The zona is a fucked up place. I have seen many sad things there, also some pretty funny things as well. I will say one thing dont try to "save" a puta, they will quit prostitution when they decide they are ready.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2611436]...For us mongers it is an addiction that ends when we run out of money. For the ladies, they will keep selling their pussy until they are too old and ugly to be attractive at any price for a client.
The zona is a fucked up place...[/QUOTE]First paragraph, well said, ain't that the truth. We should just learn to accept the facts.
As for the2nd paragraph, maybe the zona is a fucked up place, but it does not have to be that way. There are places where the culture has accepted the fact that women can sell their pussy and men are ready and willing to buy. A few places I can think of are, Germany, Switzerland, Thailand, Dubai, and maybe others. The German FKK model is probably the best, safe and reasonably priced. Why can't the zona copy that, probably unlikely due the culture in Mexico.
[QUOTE=Lefeu;2611448]First paragraph, well said, ain't that the truth. We should just learn to accept the facts.
As for the2nd paragraph, maybe the zona is a fucked up place, but it does not have to be that way. There are places where the culture has accepted the fact that women can sell their pussy and men are ready and willing to buy. A few places I can think of are, Germany, Switzerland, Thailand, Dubai, and maybe others. The German FKK model is probably the best, safe and reasonably priced. Why can't the zona copy that, probably unlikely due the culture in Mexico.[/QUOTE]Bro, Mexican culture is one of living day to day. Most Mexicans don't make enough money to save anything after paying what is necessary to survive. Now the Putas they make money yes, sometimes a lot of it, but guess what, their family always hits them up for money too. The greatest pimp in a putas life is "la Madre" the mother LOL, unless they actually have a real life pimp, then it is even more fucked up. "Reasonably priced" that is not in the vocabulary in the zona, unless you negotiate it all yourself with the girl, the clubs don't care, they would love you to blow all your money with them, they could give a shit less about the customer, more will only take your place. Anyways Mexico does have some good food, i always love them tacos, now that is a good deal!!
[QUOTE=Sol12;2611159]Great that you will address these issues with her and you have them written out so she knows you are genuine and have be and thinking a lot on this matter. I get confused with the anxious part of seeing her as she seems like a nice girl. Maybe it's just that she's very serious and not a clueless young girl like most in HK or other bars.
Well if all goes right and she wants s to be in Tijuana if you want a real relationship I would recommend you Ben in Tijuana a with her as much as possible if not full time. I remember a friend of a friend who had a girl in a house he bought by a he golf course. I went one time and the girl was all alone and he house just seemed sad since he only came by for a short time it just didn't feel like it was lived in and had no personality. Also just felt bad for the girl spending all that time alone waiting for him.
I imagine your kicking yourself for not learning more Spanish in your past since you can communicate with your phone but it's still not the same.
I too look on SA since I just want a part time girlfriend type thing to take trips with but have yet to contact anyone but will maybe try after the holidays.[/QUOTE]I get anxious as I am somewhat cynical in regards to a "relationship" with a bar girl. She is my favorite of all the regulars and just pushes all the right buttons when we're together. Everything seems to click with each other and we both seem to know what the other is thinking. I met her cousin at the apartment and he spoke perfect English and asked my name and said he has heard about me. I felt kind of shitty as she has been telling her family about me as the "boyfriend" she met at the "club. " She was scared of him asking me how we met and I said he didn't ask and if he did, then I'd just say we met at the club.
I just returned from the overnight trip and will do a report where I passed out in El Jardin for a couple of hours and we finished a whole bottle of Don Julio 70. Interesting trip, but also good to get closure on a few concerns. It definitely won't be the same for quite a while and not sure where things are headed, but if all else fails, then plenty of variety in Mexico and the world.
[QUOTE=Lefeu;2611448]First paragraph, well said, ain't that the truth. We should just learn to accept the facts.
As for the2nd paragraph, maybe the zona is a fucked up place, but it does not have to be that way. There are places where the culture has accepted the fact that women can sell their pussy and men are ready and willing to buy. A few places I can think of are, Germany, Switzerland, Thailand, Dubai, and maybe others. The German FKK model is probably the best, safe and reasonably priced. Why can't the zona copy that, probably unlikely due the culture in Mexico.[/QUOTE]Damn, guys. I get on the plane in a few days for my next trip and you all are depressing the hell out of me! LOL.
I agree on all that has been said. I've come to grips that I have some level of addiction. However, it is not the sex. As BigMagik said, it is the chase. The sad part is that this chase is a false game. I know that, in real life, I have no shot in these "chases". It's not a fair game. Haha But even knowing this, I get a high from 'winning' the game. And I've come to realize the win isn't the sex. The win for me is a relationship. I'm not talking about a girlfriend or wife. I'm talking about a friendship, with or without benefits, outside the club. That sounds horribly pathetic. I'm not actually this loner sitting at home without friends. But I have friends in Mx that I do things with that I wouldn't do in the US. It is absolutely a second life. Is it good? Is it bad? I think it's bad simply because I don't think I could stop. But, the truth is I don't want to stop.
There is so much wrong with the zona. But, through all of that despair and disaster, I have memories and experiences that I'll always cherish. I have 4-5 chicas that I value very much as friends.
Last thing I would say. I think this guilt that we feel is a good thing. If I went to the zona and didn't realize the many awful things, I'd consider my soul dead.
I went to visit a regular with a list of questions for her to answer to see where things might be headed. I bought her an LG sound bar that was on sale since she loves to watch Netflix. Driving down, I wasn't sure what to expect, but it could result in future visits or just cutting ties. I get to her apartment and her cousin answers the door and says she is bathing and I could wait. He offers something to drink, but I kindly decline the offer. He asks my name and I tell him to which he says he has heard about me. I was kind of shocked as I didn't think she told anyone about the gringo she met at HK.
I ask if I could install the sound bar in her room and he said sure. Eventually she comes out of the shower and asks if I can wait outside the room and I sit and chat some more with the cousin about art, guns, alcohol, and other various topics. He seems to enjoy meeting new people. He said the family grew up in Culiacan, but moved to Tijuana and the weather suits him better over Sinaloa. She eventually opens the door and I go in and continue installing the sound bar to the tv and things felt awkward since I didn't want to make the situation more confusing than it already is. She points to a purple box and it is a watch she got me for my birthday and she says it wasn't expensive. It was something I'd never wear, but it's the thought that counts right?
She gets ready and we head out to the Hyatt hotel across from Chapultepec. We check in and I give her the list of questions in Spanish. She looks at the sheet and asks if it is a test and I said you don't have to answer them if you arent comfortable. I know if she declines to answer them, then she most likely has something to hide. I wanted to ask them in person so I can see body language along with interpreting her thoughts. It is easy to be deceptive through text messages if one wanted to be, but harder when your face to face with the person. She answers my questions and surprised she isn't seeing anyone else, but she says she doesn't have time in her life to have relationships with more than one person. I tell her that I could stop seeing the other regulars if she wanted and that I would like to still offer support to one of them. This request sent her through the roof. She had to walk across the room and was deep in thought sitting on the bed. She returned 10-15 minutes later to tell me she thought she was special and we had something. I said she told me I could see other people and she admitted it was her fault. The funny thing is that she called me on my BS as she said it was what I wanted and truthfully I did want to see the other women. She said if I really cared about her, then other women would not be in my thoughts. I high fived her in my mind as she was brave enough to call me out on my addiction.
She then asks if I use a condom with them and I said no and she says well that change things and I don't get bare fun anymore. I felt like I was put in the dog house and thought well that is the end of us. She says we should stop talking and get something to eat because the more we talk the more it seems things are going to sink the friendship. I suggest going to Chapultepec across the street and everything seemed to close around 8 pm on a Sunday, but we found El Jardin was open. It is a bar and restaurant. We sat on the couches next to the street and the waiter said we need to buy premium bottle in order to sit in the area. I said fuck it and get some premium bottle even though I don't drink. She got Don Julio 70 and I think the bottle was $130-$140. Don Julio 1942 was in the $350-$400 range, but hard to recall exact numbers. We got some tacos and aquachiles. The food and service was great and we went through half the bottle in the course of an hour. I was fucked up and said no more. Well I guess I passed out on the couch for a few hours and when I woke up, I saw her dancing with another Latina from another table. They were twerking and grinding on each other and I just couldn't get up and just put my hand over my face laughing at myself because all they need to make it epic is to start popping out their titties and making out. She continues to dance and twerk for me and the local Mexican dudes are giving me a thumbs up and I just wave back.
Eventually a large Latina came and sat next to me speaking English saying that girl really likes you and to stop sleeping with other women. I was taken aback as I usually like my business private, but everyone was wasted in the bar. They must have all been chatting away while I was out. We eventually decide to leave back to the hotel around midnight or 1 in the morning. The walk back to the hotel was funny as it felt like my legs were jello and she was tipsy as well. We got back to the room and tore off our clothes. She asked for the vibrating cock ring and asked if I had condoms to which I said no as I never bring condoms on my trips. She acts like I can't have fun, but eventually she let me and then I couldn't perform as with every thrust it felt like a sharp pain in my head due to the tequila and it was hard for me to keep breathing. We both pass out and then around 3 am I woke up with a dry mouth and hungry. I head downstairs to get some water and food. I get back to sleep and then in the morning she has to login to her class, but she said she is hung over and had to throw up in the toilet.
She came back after emptying her stomach of Don Julio and her homework was back at the apartment that she was supposed to be turned in Monday morning, but now she isn't able to since we are not close by. Eventually we pack our stuff and check out. I take her back to the apartment and she bids me farewell. The spark and fire is gone and the GFE non existent, but what can I expect when I admit to her I'm a ho. So not sure where things are headed, but we are going to Paris for New Years and I used my miles to book us business class seats from Mexico City. Hopefully the fire comes back as she was at the top of my regular rotation. Either way, I am not worried about how things turn out as she seems to capture my soul more than the others. For some reason she put a spell on me.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611500]I get anxious as I am somewhat cynical in regards to a "relationship" with a bar girl. She is my favorite of all the regulars and just pushes all the right buttons when we're together. Everything seems to click with each other and we both seem to know what the other is thinking. I met her cousin at the apartment and he spoke perfect English and asked my name and said he has heard about me. I felt kind of shitty as she has been telling her family about me as the "boyfriend" she met at the "club. " She was scared of him asking me how we met and I said he didn't ask and if he did, then I'd just say we met at the club.
I just returned from the overnight trip and will do a report where I passed out in El Jardin for a couple of hours and we finished a whole bottle of Don Julio 70. Interesting trip, but also good to get closure on a few concerns. It definitely won't be the same for quite a while and not sure where things are headed, but if all else fails, then plenty of variety in Mexico and the world.[/QUOTE]KB,
This is not fair of me to say. Because, I don't have near enough information. I just caution you to be careful. I just want you to pause and ask yourself what your goals are. This is totally based on my uninformed assumptions. And I don't know you from the Captain. But I think you are getting close to a danger point. Unlike many others on this board, I 100% believe a relationship with a former BG is possible. Is it easy? Hell no. I'm not encouraging or discouraging that. But I went down a similar road. Multiple times now. LOL The one that ended poorly messed me up. Big time. And it was not easy to move past. The fault was with me because I never really stopped to think what I really wanted.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611500]I get anxious as I am somewhat cynical in regards to a "relationship" with a bar girl. She is my favorite of all the regulars and just pushes all the right buttons when we're together. Everything seems to click with each other and we both seem to know what the other is thinking. I met her cousin at the apartment and he spoke perfect English and asked my name and said he has heard about me. I felt kind of shitty as she has been telling her family about me as the "boyfriend" she met at the "club. " She was scared of him asking me how we met and I said he didn't ask and if he did, then I'd just say we met at the club.
I just returned from the overnight trip and will do a report where I passed out in El Jardin for a couple of hours and we finished a whole bottle of Don Julio 70. Interesting trip, but also good to get closure on a few concerns. It definitely won't be the same for quite a while and not sure where things are headed, but if all else fails, then plenty of variety in Mexico and the world.[/QUOTE]Well that would ldmof been very uncomfortable if you were alone when talking to the cousin and getting questioned especially since he knew English. It's always nice to use the no entiendo response to things you don't feel comfortable talking about, of course google translate hasn't helped either. The good thing is that you are both on the same page when it comes to what to answer.
Well look forward to hearing about your adventure.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2611436]Thank you for your words, i am a long time vet of the zona and honestly there is no "pretty woman" ending. For us mongers it is an addiction that ends when we run out of money. For the ladies, they will keep selling their pussy until they are too old and ugly to be attractive at any price for a client. Some girls get of prostitution and never return, but sadly many of them always return when they need the money. The zona is a fucked up place. I have seen many sad things there, also some pretty funny things as well. I will say one thing dont try to "save" a puta, they will quit prostitution when they decide they are ready.[/QUOTE]True statement. The regular's aunt that introduced her to HK worked there a few decades ago, found a husband and stopped working. They recently got divorced and she is back to working to support herself in her 40's. She has a nice body and decent face, but would be hard to compete with younger bar girls.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2611475]Bro, Mexican culture is one of living day to day. Most Mexicans don't make enough money to save anything after paying what is necessary to survive. Now the Putas they make money yes, sometimes a lot of it, but guess what, their family always hits them up for money too. The greatest pimp in a putas life is "la Madre" the mother LOL, unless they actually have a real life pimp, then it is even more fucked up. "Reasonably priced" that is not in the vocabulary in the zona, unless you negotiate it all yourself with the girl, the clubs don't care, they would love you to blow all your money with them, they could give a shit less about the customer, more will only take your place. Anyways Mexico does have some good food, i always love them tacos, now that is a good deal!![/QUOTE]True, the ones I see talk about their family and how they want to position them for better life. Twisted reality, but hope they can achieve their goals without selling their souls.
[QUOTE=BigMagick;2611229]The more familiar I get with what goes on behind the scenes at HK, the more depressing it seems to get. These girls do a ton of drugs, most likely to escape the harsh reality of having no other choice then being a working girl. The more I go, the emptier the sex makes me feel, now I've been doing more drugs to overcome those feelings of post sex sadness, not a good path. A professional psychologist / therapist would probably love to pick our brains. I'm addicted to sex drugs and gambling. Interestingly all things that raise dopamine. Seems like most mongers are addicted to "the chase". Sometimes I think having a regular relationship would be better but I know myself well enough that I would eventually want to hoe around again.[/QUOTE]True statements. I think the bar girl and monger have post sex sadness, especially the ones we connect with in more ways than just a physical bond. Hope you can keep a grasp on your addictions. I don't drink as I like to be present when I'm around people, but at times it is fun to enhance the experience with someone you trust to take it to another level.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611521]I went to visit a regular with a list of questions for her to answer to see where things might be headed. I bought her an LG sound bar that was on sale since she loves to watch Netflix. Driving down, I wasn't sure what to expect, but it could result in future visits or just cutting ties. I get to her apartment and her cousin answers the door and says she is bathing and I could wait. He offers something to drink, but I kindly decline the offer. He asks my name and I tell him to which he says he has heard about me. I was kind of shocked as I didn't think she told anyone about the gringo she met at HK.
I ask if I could install the sound bar in her room and he said sure. Eventually she comes out of the shower and asks if I can wait outside the room and I sit and chat some more with the cousin about art, guns, alcohol, and other various topics. He seems to enjoy meeting new people. He said the family grew up in Culiacan, but moved to Tijuana and the weather suits him better over Sinaloa. She eventually opens the door and I go in and continue installing the sound bar to the tv and things felt awkward since I didn't want to make the situation more confusing than it already is. She points to a purple box and it is a watch she got me for my birthday and she says it wasn't expensive. It was something I'd never wear, but it's the thought that counts right?
She gets ready and we head out to the Hyatt hotel across from Chapultepec. We check in and I give her the list of questions in Spanish. She looks at the sheet and asks if it is a test and I said you don't have to answer them if you arent comfortable. I know if she declines to answer them, then she most likely has something to hide. I wanted to ask them in person so I can see body language along with interpreting her thoughts. It is easy to be deceptive through text messages if one wanted to be, but harder when your face to face with the person. She answers my questions and surprised she isn't seeing anyone else, but she says she doesn't have time in her life to have relationships with more than one person. I tell her that I could stop seeing the other regulars if she wanted and that I would like to still offer support to one of them. This request sent her through the roof. She had to walk across the room and was deep in thought sitting on the bed. She returned 10-15 minutes later to tell me she thought she was special and we had something. I said she told me I could see other people and she admitted it was her fault. The funny thing is that she called me on my BS as she said it was what I wanted and truthfully I did want to see the other women. She said if I really cared about her, then other women would not be in my thoughts. I high fived her in my mind as she was brave enough to call me out on my addiction...[/QUOTE]Well very interesting. Seems like she likes the drama. To get mad and not talk to you for so long but still want to spend time with you is odd. Also the no sex without a condom thing also seems to be a way out for her. I doubt you can get your money back but the way things seem to be I don't understand why you would want to spend time with her in Paris since she seems to get upset quickly and my guess is she will do this in Paris and make it a very long trip. I usually try to give all the girls the benefit of doubt but this last episode makes me understand her better. I hope I'm wrong and all goes great and she is cool but many red flags for me.
I didn't realize this was the girl you had talked about going to Paris with and had thought from a previous post you had changed your mind. Hopefully she's just not using you for a free trip. These next 2 months shall be interesting.
Good luck.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611536]True statement. The regular's aunt that introduced her to HK worked there a few decades ago, found a husband and stopped working. They recently got divorced and she is back to working to support herself in her 40's. She has a nice body and decent face, but would be hard to compete with younger bar girls.[/QUOTE]I don't think any of us go to Tijuana to find a serious relationship with a bar girl. I think it mostly has to do where you spend most of your time and who you meet. Before people would spend a lot of time at church and meet someone there. Later more and more people would meet at college. Now people are spending more time online so they meet people that way. For those of us that would spend are time in a bar and not look for other opportunities you find yourself seeing the bar as normal and your not trying to save anyone you just want a relationship with that person and that includes them not working anymore. Now the hard part is if the relationship ends and the thought of them having to go back to that scene if that's what they want is very hard and sometimes you might do things to prevent that which doesn't really help since the relationship is already over but at least you don't have the guilt of throwing them back into that.
That's why I just advise not to let it get to that point and have fun but always make it clear that this is not a real relationship and if they have better opportunities with someone or something else they should do that as your not looking to get married or support them.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2611475]Bro, Mexican culture is one of living day to day. Most Mexicans don't make enough money to save anything after paying what is necessary to survive. Now the Putas they make money yes, sometimes a lot of it, but guess what, their family always hits them up for money too. The greatest pimp in a putas life is "la Madre" the mother LOL, unless they actually have a real life pimp, then it is even more fucked up. "Reasonably priced" that is not in the vocabulary in the zona, unless you negotiate it all yourself with the girl, the clubs don't care, they would love you to blow all your money with them, they could give a shit less about the customer, more will only take your place. Anyways Mexico does have some good food, i always love them tacos, now that is a good deal!![/QUOTE]So true. The part of the family and mother's is so true. The stories I hear from my girls in MTY blow my mind. Controlling, jealousy and sabotaging behavior, from the families is the norm especially the mothers, it is just F. Nuts. These girls start doing well and there parents screw it up for them. In America we deal with the Substance abuse issue, Mexico has other issues. It is just crazy, I still do not believe some of the stories these girls tell me about there families.
As far a GDL, great place, but for work it probably one of the last places I would go as a girl. Yes, the city is very cheap, but salaries are low and lots of competition. If they truly wanted to better themselves then MTY or Mexico City is the place to be, but most Mexican girls can not handle those cities just to fast pace for them.
I love Mexico, especially girls and the food. The mothers suck!
[QUOTE=Sol12;2611540]Well very interesting. Seems like she likes the drama. To get mad and not talk to you for so long but still want to spend time with you is odd. Also the no sex without a condom thing also seems to be a way out for her. I doubt you can get your money back but the way things seem to be I don't understand why you would want to spend time with her in Paris since she seems to get upset quickly and my guess is she will do this in Paris and make it a very long trip. I usually try to give all the girls the benefit of doubt but this last episode makes me understand her better. I hope I'm wrong and all goes great and she is cool but many red flags for me.
I didn't realize this was the girl you had talked about going to Paris with and had thought from a previous post you had changed your mind. Hopefully she's just not using you for a free trip. These next 2 months shall be interesting.
Good luck.[/QUOTE]I could cancel the trip a month out, but she still says she wants to go and only thing out of my pocket is flight, meals, and hotel. She isn't asking for daily allowance. I will see how these two months go and if they aren't great, then just go on the trip and tell her it was nice knowing you. Originally was going to go on a shorter trip to Cancun with her, but the airline miles I have had low redemption rate for business class out of Mexico City to Paris. She is graduating from her engineering degree next year (hopefully). I think that she has champagne tastes on a beer budget. Just thought I'd fulfill a wish for someone that has been so generous with their time. She said it would probably take her a decade to plan a trip like the one we are going on over New Years.
[QUOTE=Dcrist0527;2611522]KB,
This is not fair of me to say. Because, I don't have near enough information. I just caution you to be careful. I just want you to pause and ask yourself what your goals are. This is totally based on my uninformed assumptions. And I don't know you from the Captain. But I think you are getting close to a danger point. Unlike many others on this board, I 100% believe a relationship with a former BG is possible. Is it easy? Hell no. I'm not encouraging or discouraging that. But I went down a similar road. Multiple times now. LOL The one that ended poorly messed me up. Big time. And it was not easy to move past. The fault was with me because I never really stopped to think what I really wanted.[/QUOTE]I understand everyone has their opinion and thanks for your input. At times I have to step back and rationalize what is really going through their head. She seems genuine as she would send me photos of her and the family, her hometown, and also mentioned I should visit her place. I wouldn't visit unless it was really serious and would be a bit odd as she is almost half my age. I'm sure her father would have different thoughts of the situation and he seems like a big dude. Her cousin and aunt were pretty friendly. They just said to keep her safe. I was invited to a night out with her friends, but I am tied up on the weekends and also not sure about hanging out with her friends that are almost half my age. Maybe she just wants to get a good read on what her friends think about me. All I know is whatever she was thinking I probably crushed it and kicked it down the road. She is still cool to hang out with, but not the same as the trip to Rosarito. I told her the first day was heaven and the second day was hell when I mentioned I went with another chica to the restaurant I took her to. Either way, I live in a first world country with plenty of opportunities and we are in the top 10% of the world earners. When she tells me the cost of living in Mexico, I think man I'd be retired long time ago.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611574]I could cancel the trip a month out, but she still says she wants to go and only thing out of my pocket is flight, meals, and hotel. She isn't asking for daily allowance. I will see how these two months go and if they aren't great, then just go on the trip and tell her it was nice knowing you. Originally was going to go on a shorter trip to Cancun with her, but the airline miles I have had low redemption rate for business class out of Mexico City to Paris. She is graduating from her engineering degree next year (hopefully). I think that she has champagne tastes on a beer budget. Just thought I'd fulfill a wish for someone that has been so generous with their time. She said it would probably take her a decade to plan a trip like the one we are going on over New Years.[/QUOTE]The only hard thing about these next 2 months is that I assume she has or is going back home to finish school so your only contact with her will be thru txt and video calls. As you state before this is very easy way for them to say what you want to hea and not see their body language and such. So things could seem to be perfect and suddenly when you are together on this trip she isn't the same and now your stuck. You seem to have a positive attitude about it and will make the best of a bad situation if the trip doesn't go well I wish you the best.
In regards to the family photos it could be just a way to feel like she is serious. I'm not saying she isn't it's just very very similar to a situation I went thru last year with a girl who started sending me almost all her family pics and telling me her life story and wanted to get married after just a few hours together and most of the time I was drunk or passed out. She was always great at texting and what she wanted to do in bed yet when I would visit she would act differently. I always told her that actions speak louder than words. That's just my experience and so you're maybe different just something to think about. Not that you haven't thought about this enough already. Also the age difference reminds me of my situation. I know in the Latin culture it's more common but I'm always suspicious of it. I mean in reality when you have that much of an age difference and you don't speak the same language it's hard to really think that you have much in common.
I hope I'm proved to be wrong. I'm just giving my thoughts and views from experience.
Thanks for the advice everyone but I can't see myself losing years of my life to mongering like I did other addictions. The fact that we have the money to party and sleep with some of the most beautiful women in the world is nothing short of amazing. Some people don't even have food to eat, really puts things in perspective. The experiences I've had in the zona have made me a genuinely happy person. I never got that phase most young men go through where you sleep around. The zona has made up for it, I no longer live with constant sexual frustration LOL. I've had some bros give me great rational advice about dating bar girls. Some more cynical than others. We say don't trust these women because they are basically all gold diggers but have you seen the women in America lately? They are all the same if not worse. Sure you can always find genuine caring women in any country but lets be real, those kind of girls are hard to find and usually aren't the prettiest girls. Women are hard wired to find the best men. Its either our looks, money, or charisma that attracts them. We say the bar girl relationships aren't real but what makes a genuine relationship? This is the real world and money is part of what attracts women. Sure it shouldn't be the only reason and that's something to look out for but some of the sweetest most genuine girls I've met in my life have been in Mexico. I've had some deep conversations with bar girls about the struggles of life, something I never really gotten out of American women. Sounds funny but the connections I've made with some of the girls have been my most meaningful. Its why I eventually plan to move to Mexico and date there. Living day to day in the moment is something I admire about Mexican culture.
So no this isn't depressing, quite the opposite actually.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611521]She came back after emptying her stomach of Don Julio and her homework was back at the apartment that she was supposed to be turned in Monday morning, but now she isn't able to since we are not close by. Eventually we pack our stuff and check out. I take her back to the apartment and she bids me farewell. The spark and fire is gone and the GFE non existent, but what can I expect when I admit to her I'm a ho. So not sure where things are headed, but we are going to Paris for New Years and I used my miles to book us business class seats from Mexico City. Hopefully the fire comes back as she was at the top of my regular rotation. Either way, I am not worried about how things turn out as she seems to capture my soul more than the others. For some reason she put a spell on me.[/QUOTE]Kudo's for being totally honest with her. I know her reaction isn't what you dreamed of or wanted. But all the signals are showing and it's exactly what you need to say. At best I would have her as a "special friend" that you go on trips with. Help her out a bit as you help out your other friend but let her know you don't go on trips with the other girls because you love spending time with her. Also. For me, a girl that I really enjoyed. We could just hang out in a motel 6 and eat street taco's. Talk. Laugh, fuck etc. The lifestyle you live is what she may want but to actually be a girlfriend. If you didn't live that lifestyle would she still care and spend time with you? I am considering going to Philippines once I retire as 60 year old guys can go out with 35 year old Filipino's and their society doesn't even care about age gaps.
Don't feel bad for killing the weekend with the honesty. Be thankful she was honest to show you how ticked off she was and what your future life will look like if you continue with the same relationship expectation with her.
I have many female friends that I just take vacations with. (there is no sex) but it's great as they are great to share time with just as friends. I even take an evening or two during our trips for some mongering. It works out great!
This girl needs to let go of the "relationship" part as I just think that is a crazy road to try to manage. But an semi-open relationship, that's something that could maybe work?
My .02 worth from the peanut gallery.
G.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611584]I understand everyone has their opinion and thanks for your input. At times I have to step back and rationalize what is really going through their head. She seems genuine as she would send me photos of her and the family, her hometown, and also mentioned I should visit her place. I wouldn't visit unless it was really serious and would be a bit odd as she is almost half my age. I'm sure her father would have different thoughts of the situation and he seems like a big dude. Her cousin and aunt were pretty friendly. They just said to keep her safe. I was invited to a night out with her friends, but I am tied up on the weekends and also not sure about hanging out with her friends that are almost half my age. Maybe she just wants to get a good read on what her friends think about me. All I know is whatever she was thinking I probably crushed it and kicked it down the road. She is still cool to hang out with, but not the same as the trip to Rosarito. I told her the first day was heaven and the second day was hell when I mentioned I went with another chica to the restaurant I took her to. Either way, I live in a first world country with plenty of opportunities and we are in the top 10% of the world earners. When she tells me the cost of living in Mexico, I think man I'd be retired long time ago.[/QUOTE]Yah, I learned the hard way, never talk about other girls when your on a "date" even with a chica. All girls have feelings and it just brings their interest level down.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611584] I told her the first day was heaven and the second day was hell when I mentioned I went with another chica to the restaurant I took her to. [/QUOTE]Yah, I learned the hard way, never talk about other girls when your on a "date" even with a chica. All girls have feelings and it just brings their interest level down when us men do that.
[QUOTE=Gregyyr;2611650]Kudo's for being totally honest with her. I know her reaction isn't what you dreamed of or wanted. But all the signals are showing and it's exactly what you need to say. At best I would have her as a "special friend" that you go on trips with. Help her out a bit as you help out your other friend but let her know you don't go on trips with the other girls because you love spending time with her. Also. For me, a girl that I really enjoyed. We could just hang out in a motel 6 and eat street taco's. Talk. Laugh, fuck etc. The lifestyle you live is what she may want but to actually be a girlfriend. If you didn't live that lifestyle would she still care and spend time with you? I am considering going to Philippines once I retire as 60 year old guys can go out with 35 year old Filipino's and their society doesn't even care about age gaps.
Don't feel bad for killing the weekend with the honesty. Be thankful she was honest to show you how ticked off she was and what your future life will look like if you continue with the same relationship expectation with her.
I have many female friends that I just take vacations with. (there is no sex) but it's great as they are great to share time with just as friends. I even take an evening or two during our trips for some mongering. It works out great!
This girl needs to let go of the "relationship" part as I just think that is a crazy road to try to manage. But an semi-open relationship, that's something that could maybe work?
My .02 worth from the peanut gallery.
G.[/QUOTE]Yeah I need to stop accepting invitations to their homes. It makes me realize how little they have and how I take things we have in the USA For granted. I got the other regular a mini fridge from my home gym that I hardly use and a portable AC during the summer as sessions in her apartment were brutal in the heat. Also installed a new shower head with hose extension since they all seem to have the cheapest contractor / rental fixtures you can buy similar to the short time rooms. I have never been to the PI, but my ex was deployed to Zamboanga and worked at the embassy for a half year. She told me I'm never allowed to go without her as the women would be lined up for a gringo. It sounds like heaven. One time she flew from the USA To Dubai for a short 4 day trip as her male cousin said a bunch of prostitutes were in the city. I traveled through Dubai often and I can verify that he is correct. I love variety.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2611686]Yah, I learned the hard way, never talk about other girls when your on a "date" even with a chica. All girls have feelings and it just brings their interest level down when us men do that.[/QUOTE]Yeah I definitely killed the vibe on the second day. I'll try to keep the focus on them instead of mentioning the "friend" I came with.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2611590]The only hard thing about these next 2 months is that I assume she has or is going back home to finish school so your only contact with her will be thru txt and video calls. As you state before this is very easy way for them to say what you want to hea and not see their body language and such. So things could seem to be perfect and suddenly when you are together on this trip she isn't the same and now your stuck. You seem to have a positive attitude about it and will make the best of a bad situation if the trip doesn't go well I wish you the best.
In regards to the family photos it could be just a way to feel like she is serious. I'm not saying she isn't it's just very very similar to a situation I went thru last year with a girl who started sending me almost all her family pics and telling me her life story and wanted to get married after just a few hours together and most of the time I was drunk or passed out. She was always great at texting and what she wanted to do in bed yet when I would visit she would act differently. I always told her that actions speak louder than words. That's just my experience and so you're maybe different just something to think about. Not that you haven't thought about this enough already. Also the age difference reminds me of my situation. I know in the Latin culture it's more common but I'm always suspicious of it. I mean in reality when you have that much of an age difference and you don't speak the same language it's hard to really think that you have much in common.
I hope I'm proved to be wrong. I'm just giving my thoughts and views from experience.[/QUOTE]Thanks for sharing and I agree that actions speak louder than words. She hasn't gave me the cold shoulder only when I told her about the others. I was very cynical and assumed she was still seeing others since she has a rather large social media following. The fact her cousin and aunt know about me, it made me question if she truly does think something of the time we spend together as you normally wouldn't tell family about some gringo you met at a "club". I think sharing the whole bottle of Don Julio 70 was enough to just stick with nonalcoholic beverages in the future. I felt fine the next day after sleeping it off, but she is half my weight and was praying to the porcelain goddess in the bathroom. She felt like shit and I told her when I was younger I'd get wasted every weekend, but it wasn't productive. She agreed that she shouldn't drink so much. The next 2 months will be interesting and maybe still see the other regulars. 😂.
Damn, Al Capone restaurant closed down business I think. Either that or the staff is on vacation.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611521]
She came back after emptying her stomach of Don Julio and her homework was back at the apartment that she was supposed to be turned in Monday morning, but now she isn't able to since we are not close by. Eventually we pack our stuff and check out. I take her back to the apartment and she bids me farewell. The spark and fire is gone and the GFE non existent, but what can I expect when I admit to her I'm a ho. So not sure where things are headed, but we are going to Paris for New Years and I used my miles to book us business class seats from Mexico City. Hopefully the fire comes back as she was at the top of my regular rotation. Either way, I am not worried about how things turn out as she seems to capture my soul more than the others. For some reason she put a spell on me.[/QUOTE]Wow, what a story. I just wanted to chip in my two cents on your situation based on previous posts I have read of yours, and since this girl seems to mean a lot to you. I really think you should see this girl in person again before your trip, because from what I am reading, it sounds like the Paris trip has a high probability of not going well, specifically when you say "the spark and fire is gone and the GFE non existent". A similar situation happened to me with a working girl I went on a trip with, except the "fight" happened on the first night of the trip, as compared to a few months before. With my girl, for the rest of the trip, there was an awkward sense of tension between us. I tried talking to her and asking her what was wrong, but she insisted things were ok, even though I could clearly see they weren't. I do not want the same to happen to you and your girl.
Being that she is a working girl, I am a little surprised she developed feelings for you, but I guess the gifts you gave her and the mini trips / getaways with her unlocked her heart. From what you have wrote, it seems like she thought you guys were exclusive, while you just want her to be at the top of your rotation. The birthday gift and mentioning you to her family is a clear sign she thought way differently of your potential future together than you did.
There are many ways you can go about this (cancelling the trip, trying to talk to her to diffuse the tension, visiting her in person, doing nothing and waiting and hoping the trip will do well, etc). Like I mentioned in the first paragraph, I would go to see her again (not now but maybe next month) because I would want to enjoy a trip to Paris, rather than have a headache all day trying to deal with an unhappy girl traveling with you. I have been there before and it sucked. But the choice is up to you. Whatever you end up doing, I hope it works out man.
[QUOTE=RonFromSichuan;2611922]Wow, what a story. I just wanted to chip in my two cents on your situation based on previous posts I have read of yours, and since this girl seems to mean a lot to you. I really think you should see this girl in person again before your trip, because from what I am reading, it sounds like the Paris trip has a high probability of not going well, specifically when you say "the spark and fire is gone and the GFE non existent". A similar situation happened to me with a working girl I went on a trip with, except the "fight" happened on the first night of the trip, as compared to a few months before. With my girl, for the rest of the trip, there was an awkward sense of tension between us. I tried talking to her and asking her what was wrong, but she insisted things were ok, even though I could clearly see they weren't. I do not want the same to happen to you and your girl.
Being that she is a working girl, I am a little surprised she developed feelings for you, but I guess the gifts you gave her and the mini trips / getaways with her unlocked her heart. From what you have wrote, it seems like she thought you guys were exclusive, while you just want her to be at the top of your rotation. The birthday gift and mentioning you to her family is a clear sign she thought way differently of your potential future together than you did.
There are many ways you can go about this (cancelling the trip, trying to talk to her to diffuse the tension, visiting her in person, doing nothing and waiting and hoping the trip will do well, etc). Like I mentioned in the first paragraph, I would go to see her again (not now but maybe next month) because I would want to enjoy a trip to Paris, rather than have a headache all day trying to deal with an unhappy girl traveling with you. I have been there before and it sucked. But the choice is up to you. Whatever you end up doing, I hope it works out man.[/QUOTE]Well I am taking next week off and heading to Cancun with her. I know pretty crazy huh, but they all tell me I'm crazy. She can do video telecon for course work during day and hopefully complete homework as she states it is math intensive coursework. I'm not an engineer so have no idea. I was thinking Isla Mujeres one day and Tulum the next. Not sure what are the best spots, but like you mentioned, if expectations don't go well during this trip, then maybe cancel Paris and go by myself for New Years or find another chica that is available. We agreed that drinking to where we both pass out and don't recall the events that happened isn't good for either of us.
She would send me nude photos, videos, and just general daily photos of what she ate and me being cynical/oblivious thought she was sending these to everyone she has ever met at HK. I can read people, but only when I can also see body language, but hard to tell in phone calls and texts. Like you mentioned, she thought we were exclusive and I wasnt aware of that arrangement. She told me te quiero multiple times but said it meant she loves me a little and not the amor type of love. I was confused and kept saying I miss her a little as a joke. Being around her makes me nervous as I know it is dangerous feeling this way as the other regulars are more carefree and enjoy time together, but this feeling is more intense with her. It is like she lit my soul on fire. The last night in Rosarito I can recall listening to Dread Mar Asi Fue and she said Juan Gabriel sang it better. So we listened to each version and I told her I felt the song in my heart even though I dont understand Spanish. She played some other songs for me and it was a memorable bonding experience. Funny the next day I just drop kicked her when I took her to the restaurant that I took another regular. I honestly didnt think twice about how she felt as some of the other regulars are always so kind and hospitable. Im glad Thailand isnt right across the border from the U.S. as Im sure those ladies offer same level of hospitality, but better food. You have a link to your trip?
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611931]Well I am taking next week off and heading to Cancun with her. I know pretty crazy huh, but they all tell me I'm crazy. She can do video telecon for course work during day and hopefully complete homework as she states it is math intensive coursework. I'm not an engineer so have no idea. I was thinking Isla Mujeres one day and Tulum the next. Not sure what are the best spots, but like you mentioned, if expectations don't go well during this trip, then maybe cancel Paris and go by myself for New Years or find another chica that is available. We agreed that drinking to where we both pass out and don't recall the events that happened isn't good for either of us.
She would send me nude photos, videos, and just general daily photos of what she ate and me being cynical/oblivious thought she was sending these to everyone she has ever met at HK. I can read people, but only when I can also see body language, but hard to tell in phone calls and texts. Like you mentioned, she thought we were exclusive and I wasnt aware of that arrangement. She told me te quiero multiple times but said it meant she loves me a little and not the amor type of love. I was confused and kept saying I miss her a little as a joke. Being around her makes me nervous as I know it is dangerous feeling this way as the other regulars are more carefree and enjoy time together, but this feeling is more intense with her. It is like she lit my soul on fire.[/QUOTE]Cancún fun! This should be a good test drive for you both. So if you there for the whole week you have lots of options of things to do besides Isla Mujeres and Tulum. Last year the ruins were closed in Tulum so hopefully they are open now since it doesn't have much to do for being such a long drive. When we went to Tulum we stopped in Playa del Carmen on the way back. The weather wasn't great so walked around a bit and decided to go back to Cancun for dinner. Cancún has lots of pals and adventure stuff to do along with all the water activities. I've been about 5 times so if you need info on anything just ask.
Not sure if the bars are on now but if they are this would be a great opportunity for you to do your X and listen to music. Coco Bongo is fun and great show. I'd recommend buying a bottle so you get a good table and have a personal waiter. If you do the X thing just be careful if you buy it on the street.
Hopefully she doesn't have to spend a ton of time doing school stuff. At least if she's doing that you can enjoy the beach.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611931]The last night in Rosarito I can recall listening to Dread Mar Asi Fue and she said Juan Gabriel sang it better. So we listened to each version and I told her I felt the song in my heart even though I dont understand Spanish. She played some other songs for me and it was a memorable bonding experience.[/QUOTE]It is funny how a song can move you even when you don't understand the lyrics. The next time you talk to her you can use "Botella Tras Botella" song and tell her that this is how'd you feel if you lost her. LOL. It's actually very popular with the girls right now.
[QUOTE=Jackie888;2611842]Damn, Al Capone restaurant closed down business I think. Either that or the staff is on vacation.[/QUOTE]I think that spot has had close to half a dozen owners since I started visiting La Zona in 2004.
From the stories I was told, Chicago Club's really great years were before 2004.
[QUOTE=BigMagick;2611641]Thanks for the advice everyone but I can't see myself losing years of my life to mongering like I did other addictions. The fact that we have the money to party and sleep with some of the most beautiful women in the world is nothing short of amazing. Some people don't even have food to eat, really puts things in perspective. The experiences I've had in the zona have made me a genuinely happy person. I never got that phase most young men go through where you sleep around. The zona has made up for it, I no longer live with constant sexual frustration LOL. I've had some bros give me great rational advice about dating bar girls. Some more cynical than others. We say don't trust these women because they are basically all gold diggers but have you seen the women in America lately? They are all the same if not worse. Sure you can always find genuine caring women in any country but lets be real, those kind of girls are hard to find and usually aren't the prettiest girls. Women are hard wired to find the best men. Its either our looks, money, or charisma that attracts them. We say the bar girl relationships aren't real but what makes a genuine relationship? This is the real world and money is part of what attracts women. Sure it shouldn't be the only reason and that's something to look out for but some of the sweetest most genuine girls I've met in my life have been in Mexico. I've had some deep conversations with bar girls about the struggles of life, something I never really gotten out of American women..[/QUOTE]I do agree with you on many points. There are some Very sweet Mexican girls I have met and we really connected on more than just the "fucking" level.
I had some long term girl friends in my +50 years but not a lot and never married. Like only 5 different girls my whole life until I started mongering. I have made up for lost time as I heard one study of men who shared regrets during later times in their life and one of the regrets was not hooking up with more girls. So that helped me just say. "fuck it" lets have some fun after 50.
BTW. Finding a genuine caring lady who is also attractive for a relationship is possible. Start researching Philippines as 50 year old guys with 30 year old (or younger) girls is not looked at in their society as abnormal. The whole economics, religion, and other factors has played into a totally screwed up society where there is a HUGE surplus of young beautiful girls who are more than happy to have Real relationships with older guys. (yes it's not as easy as living in the US and going to Tijuana! But if your retired. It's something to consider.
Couple Expats I have followed on youtube and learned a bit. (there are many of them!
Paul.
[URL]https://youtu.be/mqmAHeWasWY[/URL]
Mark.
[URL]https://youtu.be/TO2V9_dvnSg[/URL]
G.
That's sad. We lost a nice, clean, cheap, reliable place to eat at night. Monte Carlo is more expensive and food not as good.
The food was better when chef Jose was there. They had a young guy last couple weeks; food was not as good.
I thought they were doing OK, delivering food all night to hotels Jalos, Leyva, Garcia. It changed owners a couple times last few years. Looks like nobody could not make a business out of it.
Damn, Al Capone restaurant closed down business I think. Either that or the staff is on vacation.
[QUOTE=RonFromSichuan;2611922]Being that she is a working girl, I am a little surprised she developed feelings for you, but I guess the gifts you gave her and the mini trips / getaways with her unlocked her heart.[/QUOTE]Forgot to address this, but as many have stated before the women don't particularly like working in the bars. It is a means to an end. If you have a mother, sister, or daughter, then imagine what would have to drive them to mentally prepare themselves the first day and everyday they work selling their body for money. Some have kids, some had bills, some have family obligations, and others want to accelerate the process of reaching their investment goals. A lot like to travel and could never imagine flying internationally, plus the costs of food, hotel, and activities. They truly appreciate the experience as long as they arent a hardened pro that has been and seen it all. The new girls that dont last long in the trade show genuine excitement and interest seeing the places that they probably could never afford to see in their lifetimes. I have the resources and means so why not share it with them? Ive been poor and ate out of garbage cans when I was a little kid and it sucked. Life is better with money.
I know most make $300-$800 per month working 5 days a week. Imagine them working and making a minimum of $300 per day. They just made a years salary in a couple of weeks. I imagine the top talent makes a boatload more. The thing with money is that if they don't educate themselves to invest it properly, then they will never get off that wheel until they are old and no one shows interest in them. You see it in Pattaya on Beach Rd. of working ladies past their prime. Some mongers love the cheap deals, but not something I would pursue. No judgement if that is your thing.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2611931]Well I am taking next week off and heading to Cancun with her. I know pretty crazy huh, but they all tell me I'm crazy. She can do video telecon for course work during day and hopefully complete homework as she states it is math intensive coursework. I'm not an engineer so have no idea. I was thinking Isla Mujeres one day and Tulum the next. Not sure what are the best spots, but like you mentioned, if expectations don't go well during this trip, then maybe cancel Paris and go by myself for New Years or find another chica that is available. We agreed that drinking to where we both pass out and don't recall the events that happened isn't good for either of us.
She would send me nude photos, videos, and just general daily photos of what she ate and me being cynical/oblivious thought she was sending these to everyone she has ever met at HK. I can read people, but only when I can also see body language, but hard to tell in phone calls and texts. Like you mentioned, she thought we were exclusive and I wasnt aware of that arrangement. She told me te quiero multiple times but said it meant she loves me a little and not the amor type of love. I was confused and kept saying I miss her a little as a joke. Being around her makes me nervous as I know it is dangerous feeling this way as the other regulars are more carefree and enjoy time together, but this feeling is more intense with her. It is like she lit my soul on fire. The last night in Rosarito I can recall listening to Dread Mar Asi Fue and she said Juan Gabriel sang it better. So we listened to each version and I told her I felt the song in my heart even though I dont understand Spanish. She played some other songs for me and it was a memorable bonding experience. Funny the next day I just drop kicked her when I took her to the restaurant that I took another regular. I honestly didnt think twice about how she felt as some of the other regulars are always so kind and hospitable. Im glad Thailand isnt right across the border from the U.S. as Im sure those ladies offer same level of hospitality, but better food. You have a link to your trip?[/QUOTE]I think it is great that you are going to Cancun with her, as it is the perfect chance to try to reignite the flame with her. It is easy to catch feelings for a working girl, but it is hard for a working girl to catch feelings for you, so that means you did a lot of positive things for her and really made an impact on her for her to exhibit these emotions towards you (ex: wearing her sweater over her head so you couldn't see her tears). And not to mention this girl is actually in school trying to improve her life situation, unlike other girls who say they are in school but actually aren't. So I can definitely see why you felt like shit and still have the Paris trip on the schedule, as it would probably break her completely if you were to cancel it. The language barrier adds an additional challenge, as it is hard sometimes to convey the message you want to send through Google Translate.
Have you tried apologizing to her? I am not talking about saying "lo siento", but something more sincere. From your story, I don't think you did anything wrong, but clearly she did not see it that way and probably thinks you committed a big sin. I am wondering how she feels about you currently, as there is still the elephant in the room with the whole seeing other girls thing. One thing I would consider doing is writing out an apology letter to recite to her in broken Spanish (reciting rather than giving it to her to read as it improves the chance you come off as being sincere) if things start going south in Cancun. If I were writing the letter, I would mention how I was sorry for hurting her and how it made me feel like shit to see her crying in the car on the ride back last time. I would also mention that yes I am seeing other girls, but you are different compared to them (which is true because you said she makes you feel emotions the other girls don't) because _.
As for my trip, it was before I joined this forum so there is no report on it. The trip, which was to Rio de Janeiro, was good but could have been a lot better. After the fight the first night, we acted more like platonic friends compared to lovers. I realized after the trip why she got mad at me the first night. It was because I surprised her by booking a Love Motel for us so we could have a romantic night together. Apparently she was offended by this because it "made her look like a working girl", and she has been in these places tons of times before so I guess her mind equated the Love Motel to her working. It made no sense to me as I was genuinely just trying to do a romantic gesture, but whatever, these girls' train of thought are completely different than ours. Thankfully, towards the end of the trip, I was able to visit a Terma to get rid of my sexual frustration. The girl I chose was amazing and literally fucked the frustration right out of me.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2612021] They truly appreciate the experience as long as they arent a hardened pro that has been and seen it all. The new girls that dont last long in the trade show genuine excitement and interest seeing the places that they probably could never afford to see in their lifetimes. I have the resources and means so why not share it with them? Ive been poor and ate out of garbage cans when I was a little kid and it sucked. Life is better with money.
[/QUOTE]Talking with these girls makes me realize how lucky we have it compared to them. During my trip to Tijuana last month, I took a girl up to the room I was staying in and she the first thing she mentioned was how my room was bigger than her home. And my room was maybe the size of a small studio apartment.
With your girl, this will most likely be the only time in her life she will be in Paris. Before she met you, visiting Paris was most likely a farfetched dream for her. Which is why I am really hoping you can repair your relationship with her before the trip to ensure the trip goes well. Because the upside is an amazing experience that will be one of the highlights of her life, which in turn will lead her to treat you like a King again. And that's a pretty damn good upside if you ask me. Keep us updated on what happens, now that I am invested I want to hear what ends up happening in Cancun.
[QUOTE=RonFromSichuan;2612136]I think it is great that you are going to Cancun with her, as it is the perfect chance to try to reignite the flame with her. It is easy to catch feelings for a working girl, but it is hard for a working girl to catch feelings for you, so that means you did a lot of positive things for her and really made an impact on her for her to exhibit these emotions towards you (ex: wearing her sweater over her head so you couldn't see her tears). And not to mention this girl is actually in school trying to improve her life situation, unlike other girls who say they are in school but actually aren't. So I can definitely see why you felt like shit and still have the Paris trip on the schedule, as it would probably break her completely if you were to cancel it. The language barrier adds an additional challenge, as it is hard sometimes to convey the message you want to send through Google Translate.
[/QUOTE]I'm not apologizing as it was miscommunication. I told her I'm confused when she tells me the quiero means love you a little which in the USA Could mean like a friend or whatever, but I asked her what she wants and she said I should know. I'm totally oblivious to what women want and in the USA We are more direct like we like you or fuck off. She said she still wasn't feeling the trip as she is still hurt from the last visit. I said cool I'll still go since it is hard for me to carve out time in my schedule. She asked if I'm taking someone else with me as she knows me. I just reiterated that if she doesn't want to go, then it tells me all I need to know. So she wants to go now and not sure how it is going to go, but if it sucks the energy from me rather than recharge me, then most likely going to let her know trip to Paris is off. All of this is 1st world monger problems. I know I bring a lot to offer as some regulars send me photos of some Instagram models and say I look like them, which I'm not a narcissist and could care less how I look or what they imagine I look like, but I take care of myself and go to the gym 1-2 hours per day 4-5 days per week. It is more for my mental health than anything else.
I think the way we connect physically and on a mental level is crazy. Almost cerebral level since she knows what I'm thinking or what I like. Imagine if we spoke the same language, but then again I probably would have fucked up the relationship even further because I tell it how it is. She actually thanked me for my honesty and I told her the same. Life is too short to be fake and hang out with toxic people. I told her if she doesn't enjoy hanging out, then don't torture yourself or me and nice meeting you. So in the end, hope the trip is fun and we can resume enjoying time with each other, if not, then I'm resuming normal visits with the other regulars that I've been neglecting as they still try to reach out.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2612175]I'm not apologizing as it was miscommunication. I told her I'm confused when she tells me the quiero means love you a little which in the USA Could mean like a friend or whatever, but I asked her what she wants and she said I should know. I'm totally oblivious to what women want and in the USA We are more direct like we like you or fuck off. She said she still wasn't feeling the trip as she is still hurt from the last visit. I said cool I'll still go since it is hard for me to carve out time in my schedule. She asked if I'm taking someone else with me as she knows me. I just reiterated that if she doesn't want to go, then it tells me all I need to know. So she wants to go now and not sure how it is going to go, but if it sucks the energy from me rather than recharge me, then most likely going to let her know trip to Paris is off. All of this is 1st world monger problems. I know I bring a lot to offer as some regulars send me photos of some Instagram models and say I look like them, which I'm not a narcissist and could care less how I look or what they imagine I look like, but I take care of myself and go to the gym 1-2 hours per day 4-5 days per week. It is more for my mental health than anything else.
I think the way we connect physically and on a mental level is crazy. Almost cerebral level since she knows what I'm thinking or what I like. Imagine if we spoke the same language, but then again I probably would have fucked up the relationship even further because I tell it how it is. She actually thanked me for my honesty and I told her the same. Life is too short to be fake and hang out with toxic people. I told her if she doesn't enjoy hanging out, then don't torture yourself or me and nice meeting you. So in the end, hope the trip is fun and we can resume enjoying time with each other, if not, then I'm resuming normal visits with the other regulars that I've been neglecting as they still try to reach out.[/QUOTE]Sometimes you need someone to be captain obvious so I will take on that role by stating a couple things we all know, but need reminders from time to time: 1) what a woman wants and what she says rarely align and 2) never underestimate the value find them, fuck them and flee.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2611543]That's why I just advise not to let it get to that point and have fun but always make it clear that this is not a real relationship and if they have better opportunities with someone or something else they should do that as your not looking to get married or support them.[/QUOTE]You stated the obvious. I just texted back and forth and was contemplating getting an apartment with her in Tijuana, but she said she can make what I can offer her in a day. I said well go for it and don't let me hold you back from your dreams. She is from some poor ranch town. I was waiting for the other shoe to drop and seems like it has.
We have dinner tomorrow, insanity right? Start of Cancun planning is rocky, but I know another regular wants to go to Isla Mujeres and she is no drama. I guess when you are emotionally tied and so much time spent together it gets more complicated. Just sharing and interesting to see others perspectives that have been down this road. Only longtime bar girl relationship was in Thailand, but then she got feelings and cut it off.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2612241]Sometimes you need someone to be captain obvious so I will take on that role by stating a couple things we all know, but need reminders from time to time: 1) what a woman wants and what she says rarely align and 2) never underestimate the value find them, fuck them and flee.[/QUOTE]Yeah easier said than done. I enjoy the honeymoon sexcapades, but you don't get those from one and done meetings. Sometimes you do and it is magical, but rare. I feel bad in a way with the fleeing part for some as they have opened their homes to me and showed me their part of the Baja that they know. I would never have found the spots they've taken me to. This one I'm meeting said she wants to break the bed when we are in Paris and I'm thinking damn she knows me too well. It makes me curious what is going to happen in Cancun. We might join the mile high club in the lavatory on the flight over. I'll share on Friday after the visit what transpires good or bad.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2612244]You stated the obvious. I just texted back and forth and was contemplating getting an apartment with her in Tijuana, but she said she can make what I can offer her in a day. I said well go for it and don't let me hold you back from your dreams. She is from some poor ranch town. I was waiting for the other shoe to drop and seems like it has.[/QUOTE]So I'm confused on this and if you don't want to explain I understand but from what I have read this is what my small mind has understood.
So you had been texting with her and came up with a scenario where you pay for an apartment for her in Tijuana so she can work at a regular job and not worry about making more money working at the bar. You may have also offered to give some type of allowance to her as well. In response to that she said basically that money isn't enough and she would rather have sex with strangers because she can make more. If that's the correct and I'm not completely off you need to walk away and go back to having fun with others.
Just to give you and idea my ex didn't have to pay for anything with me and received a very very very small weekly allowance to buy things she wanted. She was very happy with this and just being a stay at home mom and spending time with friends. Like I said she didn't want to work or have champagne tastes. So you may have created a monster spending as much as you have with her and she thinks you are not giving her enough.
I hope I'm wrong but things seem to be getting worse with her.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2612387]So I'm confused on this and if you don't want to explain I understand but from what I have read this is what my small mind has understood.
So you had been texting with her and came up with a scenario where you pay for an apartment for her in Tijuana so she can work at a regular job and not worry about making more money working at the bar. You may have also offered to give some type of allowance to her as well. In response to that she said basically that money isn't enough and she would rather have sex with strangers because she can make more. If that's the correct and I'm not completely off you need to walk away and go back to having fun with others.
Just to give you and idea my ex didn't have to pay for anything with me and received a very very very small weekly allowance to buy things she wanted. She was very happy with this and just being a stay at home mom and spending time with friends. Like I said she didn't want to work or have champagne tastes. So you may have created a monster spending as much as you have with her and she thinks you are not giving her enough.
I hope I'm wrong but things seem to be getting worse with her.[/QUOTE]I'm confused as well. Not sure if she is testing me, but I see her later tonight. I haven't booked a room or flights for the Cancun trip, but get a better feel of what she tells or doesn't tell me through body language. I told her I would get her an apartment that I could come visit during week and a weekly allowance. I think she knows I have more than I'm offering and she probably thinks I'm going to still work my rotation. I'm off in the deep end of the pool without floaties.
I pick her up at her friends apartment later tonight. Like you said, if she has more or better opportunities, then not going to discourage her. I just reiterated that if she did go back to work, then don't get upset if I see other women and also if I don't stick around. She has such a hold on me mentally that I don't think I could keep her in my rotation if we parted. If I did move to Tijuana part time during week, then I would stop seeing other regulars as I don't have enough time or energy to maintain all of the friendships. Not sure if that makes sense.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2612434]I'm confused as well. Not sure if she is testing me, but I see her later tonight. I haven't booked a room or flights for the Cancun trip, but get a better feel of what she tells or doesn't tell me through body language. I told her I would get her an apartment that I could come visit during week and a weekly allowance. I think she knows I have more than I'm offering and she probably thinks I'm going to still work my rotation. I'm off in the deep end of the pool without floaties.
I pick her up at her friends apartment later tonight. Like you said, if she has more or better opportunities, then not going to discourage her. I just reiterated that if she did go back to work, then don't get upset if I see other women and also if I don't stick around. She has such a hold on me mentally that I don't think I could keep her in my rotation if we parted. If I did move to Tijuana part time during week, then I would stop seeing other regulars as I don't have enough time or energy to maintain all of the friendships. Not sure if that makes sense.[/QUOTE]That's the worst trick your mind plays on you and it really sucks. 90% of your mind tells you to walk away and this won't go well. But that little glimmer of hope will cause you to make bad decisions. No matter what happens you seem intelligent enough that if this doesn't go the way you wish your not out your life savings or anything. Just a learning experience, hopefully it doesn't make you hate all women in the future like some on here seem to.
So I was right about the money thing. Well if you want her as a real GF it seems she isn't interested since she would rather work. Now if your just looking for a girl you have good sex with and time you enjoy. Well you just have to decide what her time and sex is worth instead of seeing her in the bar. If that is the case I don't see why you can't see other girls except for the fact that she doesn't want you spending any money on other women just her.
I know that mental hold is hard to shake and it seems like she's got you. I imagine she's sending you lots of nude pics and videos as well to keep you interested. Well good luck with dinner.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2610758]Now she could be trying to tell you things to see if you are looking to be with her or if it's just easy sex. With as many times as you had sex and at one point she wasn't to into it might make her realize that you only see her in a certain light and it will never be serious. So talking about Guadalajara or Tijuana could be her seeing if you pushed for Tijuana more to maybe try to have a more serious relationship.[/QUOTE]I think what you stated about her wanting something more serious is the reason she is deciding to stay in Tijuana or the more cynical thinking is trying to hook another gringo. I wouldn't lose faith in woman if this goes south, as I've yet to be done wrong. My ex and I are still friends, but just can't live with each other. I have a pretty good read of people and I think that is why it is scary being around her as it's so intense when we meet. The other regulars are wonderful and always provide great service and fun to hang out with, but I don't get such an intense rush with the others if that makes sense. Maybe a couple, but not as intense.
Also she is the only one that is truly honest about her life, family, etc. I think the others keep it more private so as not to get too attached or scare me with their issues. She is amazed at my ability to recall small details and I told her I don't waste mental space on people I don't care about. So maybe she had bad relationships in her past, really likes foreign men, likes to travel, or lots of other variables. I try not to overthink it, but hard when emotions hit so hard. I will see what happens tonight. If she does decide to part ways, then I wont be seeing her again as it is just too intense with her. I would just see her in passing and resume seeing the others. She was sending me nudes, videos, and normal life stuff when we were apart and I think it just kept my interest. Also kept telling me they have two different levels of love in Mexico, te quiero and te amo, which I fell into the te quiero role, which means a little or poco. So I just kept telling her I miss her a little as a joke.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2612548]I think what you stated about her wanting something more serious is the reason she is deciding to stay in Tijuana or the more cynical thinking is trying to hook another gringo. I wouldn't lose faith in woman if this goes south, as I've yet to be done wrong. My ex and I are still friends, but just can't live with each other. I have a pretty good read of people and I think that is why it is scary being around her as it's so intense when we meet. The other regulars are wonderful and always provide great service and fun to hang out with, but I don't get such an intense rush with the others if that makes sense. Maybe a couple, but not as intense.
Also she is the only one that is truly honest about her life, family, etc. I think the others keep it more private so as not to get too attached or scare me with their issues. She is amazed at my ability to recall small details and I told her I don't waste mental space on people I don't care about. So maybe she had bad relationships in her past, really likes foreign men, likes to travel, or lots of other variables. I try not to overthink it, but hard when emotions hit so hard. I will see what happens tonight. If she does decide to part ways, then I wont be seeing her again as it is just too intense with her. I would just see her in passing and resume seeing the others. She was sending me nudes, videos, and normal life stuff when we were apart and I think it just kept my interest. Also kept telling me they have two different levels of love in Mexico, te quiero and te amo, which I fell into the te quiero role, which means a little or poco. So I just kept telling her I miss her a little as a joke.[/QUOTE]Interesting what you said about Te Quiero and T Amo. I had never heard of that before so I had to do a little googleing.
What do Te quiero and Te amo mean?
The terms Te quiero and Te amo are derived from the verbs querer (to want) and amar (to love). Te quiero and Te amo can both mean "I love you". The difference is that Te amo is considered more intimate, while Te quiero is considered more casual. Depending on how it's said, Te quiero can also mean "l want you".
Te quiero literally means "I want you" but its most common meaning is "I love you' and is considered an appropriate way to express platonic love. This can be quite confusing to English speakers because 'want', when directed at a person, expresses more of a physical desire rather than platonic or romantic love. Nonetheless, if you're having a heart-to-heart with your friend, you can say Te quiero to express the importance they hold for you and that you care for them deeply. However, just like English, how you say it is a big factor.
You could also express Te quiero to a person you are casually dating, but just haven't quite reached the next level of your relationship with. In English, saying the words "I love you" in a romantic context raises the stakes for the speaker. As a result, there are different ways to express how much someone means to us without jumping off the deep end, such as "I'm into you". In Spanish, we use Te quiero. Think of it as a midway point between Me gustas and Te amo – perhaps you really like the person but you just don't think you're in love yet.
Te amo is used to express deep romantic sentiments, the feeling of being 'in love'. Te amo is appropriate for romantic partners; however, teenagers and young adults say Te amo these days to their best friends. Some native speakers consider Te amo to be quite old-fashioned and young lovers would not say it to each other.
Other ways to express romantic love in Spanish:
"Tengo ganas de estar contigo."
"I want to be with you.
"Te deseo mucho."
"I really desire you."
"Estás muy atractiva, me gustas mucho."
"You're very attractive, I really like you."
This series in food threat belong in the General reports.
This is a serious classic Mediterranean / Italian restaurant and a very nice venue, about 1 mile South of Hong Kong, off Ave Taboada, 1 block South of Mr. Pampas.
They serve a good menu of seafood and meats, appetizers like Tuna sashimi, poached shrimps about $7, steaks filet mignon, rib eye, T-bone about $15, pastas about $10. The food is superb, service professional, the place is nice, clean, upscale.
Last time we were in Mr Pampas, it costed us $25 a piece for dinner including drinks and tips. Villa Saverinos is less expensive but is a nicer place to sit for a formal dinner with a better menu, recommended when the bros don't have to stuff themselves with tons of grilled meats hehe.
Villa Saverios.
#2 of 8058 restaurants in Tijuana.
Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian options.
3151 Blvrd Gral Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada, Zona areío, Tijuana.
[QUOTE=Gregyyr;2611650]If you didn't live that lifestyle would she still care and spend time with you?[/QUOTE]This comment replays in my head and sure she enjoys the trips and higher end hotels. As Ron mentioned, his regular got offended when he took her to a love motel for the first night and I'm sure the one I hang with would be the same. Also not sure how much she would enjoy lower end accommodations as she has been there and done that. She did recommend a $25 Airbnb by Cancun airport, but it looked like just a bed and not much else. You can spend $50 and get a mini kitchen and more amenities. I suggested hotels closer to center of town in Tulum, but she wants to try a remote hut on the beach. I hope I don't die of malaria or eaten alive by mosquitos. Also going to be interesting trying to stay quiet being in a hut in the middle of a jungle with other guests nearby. I'll post more in Cancun subforum, but probably just accommodations, activities and food since it looks like they only post about HJ and closed down massage joints. Seems kind of depressing over there if you don't bring takeout.
In a restaurant across the street from Adelitas, I ordered the Carne Asada with fries. On one hand, I received a big portion and the first bite or so was good. On the other hand, it is really bland, devoid of any flavor and started to taste like leather as it cooled. You would think that they could cook it with onions or garlic or something to give it more flavor. WTF? This is the world famous Mexican steak? I always thought that Mexicans are pork and chicken people, and a little seafood near the coast. But beef people they are not. Anyways, I will stick to what Mexican know well from now on.
While I like the taco's at El Franc and other popular places. I can't help but think the best taco's are probably at a restaurant where they charge a lot more for the taco and probably get a much better cut of meat?
I need to visit a few of Tijuana's more expensive restaurants and see if this is true.
Recently saw this article about the best Mexican restaurants in San Diego and thinking about checking out one of them to compare to Tijuana.
[URL]https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/foodnews/highest-rated-mexican-restaurants-in-san-diego-according-to-tripadvisor/ss-AAP7Gjk?ocid=msedgntp[/URL]#image=2.
Anyone up for a mongering taco run to give our review let me know.
G.
[QUOTE=Gregyyr;2613488]While I like the taco's at El Franc and other popular places. I can't help but think the best taco's are probably at a restaurant where they charge a lot more for the taco and probably get a much better cut of meat?
I need to visit a few of Tijuana's more expensive restaurants and see if this is true.
Recently saw this article about the best Mexican restaurants in San Diego and thinking about checking out one of them to compare to Tijuana.
[URL]https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/foodnews/highest-rated-mexican-restaurants-in-san-diego-according-to-tripadvisor/ss-AAP7Gjk?ocid=msedgntp[/URL]#image=2.
Anyone up for a mongering taco run to give our review let me know.
G.[/QUOTE]I am down for some good tacos. I will be down there in November.
I spent 2 days in an Airbnb and ate at a few good spots. The first for breakfast was Jacaranda 460. They have a good chilaquile dish with pancakes. They also have Mexican coffee and smoothies that were delicious. The amount of food could probably feed 2 people. Pancakes were made with Nutella, bananas, strawberries and vanilla ice cream on top. Interesting and delicious, but I was stuffed and couldn't finish it all.
The next place I went for lunch was a food truck spot called La Casa Gastro Food Trucks. They have probably 5-6 different food trucks and I ordered from 2. I got some fried tacos and empanadas from Las Garanchas, but I'the give it a pass as it wasn't that great. The other place was called Enamorada. I highly recommend the camaron envuelto en Torino taco. The other taco was the pulpo enchilada which was decent, but didn't blow me away like the shrimp taco.
The third restaurant was LOS Chilaquiles for breakfast. They offered fresh hot chocolate, Mexican coffee, chilaquiles and pancakes. The food was great and would recommend. It is interesting wandering around Tijuana in the less traveled areas and not being able to speak Spanish. Some do speak English. The food is amazing and the meals cost no more than $20 for food and drinks. The presentation is a lot better than USA Diners as they don't just plop it onto your plate. The flavors are amazing and I feel they offer good value. I'll be back in Tijuana tomorrow to pickup a regular from the airport. I will provide more reviews if we find a good spot.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2619416]I spent 2 days in an Airbnb and ate at a few good spots. The first for breakfast was Jacaranda 460. They have a good chilaquile dish with pancakes. They also have Mexican coffee and smoothies that were delicious. The amount of food could probably feed 2 people. Pancakes were made with Nutella, bananas, strawberries and vanilla ice cream on top. Interesting and delicious, but I was stuffed and couldn't finish it all.
The next place I went for lunch was a food truck spot called La Casa Gastro Food Trucks. They have probably 5-6 different food trucks and I ordered from 2. I got some fried tacos and empanadas from Las Garanchas, but I'the give it a pass as it wasn't that great. The other place was called Enamorada. I highly recommend the camaron envuelto en Torino taco. The other taco was the pulpo enchilada which was decent, but didn't blow me away like the shrimp taco.
The third restaurant was LOS Chilaquiles for breakfast. They offered fresh hot chocolate, Mexican coffee, chilaquiles and pancakes. The food was great and would recommend. It is interesting wandering around Tijuana in the less traveled areas and not being able to speak Spanish. Some do speak English. The food is amazing and the meals cost no more than $20 for food and drinks. The presentation is a lot better than USA Diners as they don't just plop it onto your plate. The flavors are amazing and I feel they offer good value. I'll be back in Tijuana tomorrow to pickup a regular from the airport. I will provide more reviews if we find a good spot.[/QUOTE]Welcome to the real Tijuana. I like when you said "if we find a good spot. " Frankly, it's hard not to find good spots. You have to be pretty unlucky in Tijuana to find bad food. Some food is definitely better than others, but bad food is a rarity. It wasn't like this 20 years ago.
BTW, it's camaron envuelto en tocino. Bacon-wrapped shrimp. Sometimes called camarones costa azul. Finding a good octopus taco is a real quest. Most aren't all that good, at least to my taste.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2619416]I spent 2 days in an Airbnb and ate at a few good spots. The first for breakfast was Jacaranda 460. They have a good chilaquile dish with pancakes. They also have Mexican coffee and smoothies that were delicious. The amount of food could probably feed 2 people. Pancakes were made with Nutella, bananas, strawberries and vanilla ice cream on top. Interesting and delicious, but I was stuffed and couldn't finish it all.
The next place I went for lunch was a food truck spot called La Casa Gastro Food Trucks. They have probably 5-6 different food trucks and I ordered from 2. I got some fried tacos and empanadas from Las Garanchas, but I'the give it a pass as it wasn't that great. The other place was called Enamorada. I highly recommend the camaron envuelto en Torino taco. The other taco was the pulpo enchilada which was decent, but didn't blow me away like the shrimp taco.[/QUOTE]Happy to see you getting out and exploring Tijuana and not just staying in the Zona, especially when you explore alone. As much as I sometimes get down on Tijuana I do still miss living there as each time I return it still feels like home to me. I think you will be picking up the Spanish language soon even if you don't try it will just happen by being around it 24/7.
The food places you mentioned I never tried. The ex and I cooked most of the time and since she was low maintenance a night out for us usually just meant going to our favorite taco place. But I will give you some ideas to try for when your girl returns.
1. El Portrero. Very popular for breakfast but I would recommend it for anytime.
2. La Espanada. I only went once for breakfast and was ok but I know others really like the place.
3. Pueblo Amigo Hotel. On the weekends they use to do a great brunch that friends of mine loved.
Sorry don't have much more.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2619466]Happy to see you getting out and exploring Tijuana and not just staying in the Zona, especially when you explore alone. As much as I sometimes get down on Tijuana I do still miss living there as each time I return it still feels like home to me. I think you will be picking up the Spanish language soon even if you don't try it will just happen by being around it 24/7.
The food places you mentioned I never tried. The ex and I cooked most of the time and since she was low maintenance a night out for us usually just meant going to our favorite taco place. But I will give you some ideas to try for when your girl returns.
1. El Portrero. Very popular for breakfast but I would recommend it for anytime.
2. La Espanada. I only went once for breakfast and was ok but I know others really like the place.
3. Pueblo Amigo Hotel. On the weekends they use to do a great brunch that friends of mine loved.
Sorry don't have much more.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the recommendations. I will try them out to report back if we decide to go. I'm working on gauging if she is low or high maintenance, but she seems to be down for anything. When we met while she was working at HK she was fine with taco stands, but since we've been going to different destinations around Mexico, it seems we hit up the nicer establishments. Not sure if it is just me trying to "pay" her back for the good time, but I normally try to eat the best food that my budget allows. You only go around once right? If and when we move in together then she said she could cook some Sinaloense food for me, which I am not sure of their cuisine since she mostly enjoys aquacalientes and mariscos.
Do you still live in MX? I am considering doing half the week in Tijuana and the other half in USA To take care of business. She is in GDL and seems to love it and asked if I would consider moving down, but I told her I can't work or manage my business from afar. I wish I was a digital nomad.
[QUOTE=Phordphan;2619459]Welcome to the real Tijuana. I like when you said "if we find a good spot. " Frankly, it's hard not to find good spots. You have to be pretty unlucky in Tijuana to find bad food. Some food is definitely better than others, but bad food is a rarity. It wasn't like this 20 years ago.
BTW, it's camaron envuelto en tocino. Bacon-wrapped shrimp. Sometimes called camarones costa azul. Finding a good octopus taco is a real quest. Most aren't all that good, at least to my taste.[/QUOTE]The spell check on the forum or my Apple device must have decided on the right word. I typed it correctly and apparently got "autocorrected".
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2619639]Thanks for the recommendations. I will try them out to report back if we decide to go. I'm working on gauging if she is low or high maintenance, but she seems to be down for anything. When we met while she was working at HK she was fine with taco stands, but since we've been going to different destinations around Mexico, it seems we hit up the nicer establishments. Not sure if it is just me trying to "pay" her back for the good time, but I normally try to eat the best food that my budget allows. You only go around once right? If and when we move in together then she said she could cook some Sinaloense food for me, which I am not sure of their cuisine since she mostly enjoys aquacalientes and mariscos.
Do you still live in MX? I am considering doing half the week in Tijuana and the other half in USA To take care of business. She is in GDL and seems to love it and asked if I would consider moving down, but I told her I can't work or manage my business from afar. I wish I was a digital nomad.[/QUOTE]I define girls as low maintenance if they don't need makeup to go out. Also are willing to walk a little ways instead of having to take a taxi. For the most part just being happy with the simple things in life and not worri the about impressing others.
No I came back to the US some time ago but since being solo again I have often thought about moving back but I really don't want to pay rent again and I need to figure if I'd really want to buy in Tijuana or a place like GDL which would be someplace I could retire. To bad you can't move to GDL it is great. Big city with lots Tijuana do but also very calm and great weather. You should at least visit sometime and let her show you around.
[QUOTE=Sol12;2619682]I define girls as low maintenance if they don't need makeup to go out. Also are willing to walk a little ways instead of having to take a taxi. For the most part just being happy with the simple things in life and not worri the about impressing others.
No I came back to the US some time ago but since being solo again I have often thought about moving back but I really don't want to pay rent again and I need to figure if I'd really want to buy in Tijuana or a place like GDL which would be someplace I could retire. To bad you can't move to GDL it is great. Big city with lots Tijuana do but also very calm and great weather. You should at least visit sometime and let her show you around.[/QUOTE]Yeah, most days we go out she doesn't need make up and is willing to walk bare foot when we were in Cancun. I definitely wouldn't walk barefoot anywhere. We got an Airbnb for 2 months to see how things go. She has a friend in GDL that is HR for Volaris and could get her a job, but it wouldn't require using her education. I told her to take a lower paying job that uses her education when she graduates so she gains experience and puts it to use. We went to El Potrero and got the carne and huevos dish that included Chilaquiles. I loved their Mexican coffee and decent price as both our meals and drinks came out to under $30. Later that night we went to New City complex with a bunch of different restaurants and got a prime ribeye, lobster, tuna, and mixed drinks. The bill with tip came out to $160, but it was delicious. We also ate at LOS Arcos and I got a wonderful pulpo dish and she got some fish dish with shrimp skewers. We also got 2 desserts and the total came out to $70.
We've been going to the Caffenio drive thru often as the price for 2 drinks are the same cost of just one at Starbucks. She plans to cook for me since it is getting so expensive eating out, but she says she only does Mexican dishes and I said cool. We agreed we need to eat better and find a local gym.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2620444]Yeah, most days we go out she doesn't need make up and is willing to walk bare foot when we were in Cancun. I definitely wouldn't walk barefoot anywhere. We got an Airbnb for 2 months to see how things go. She has a friend in GDL that is HR for Volaris and could get her a job, but it wouldn't require using her education. I told her to take a lower paying job that uses her education when she graduates so she gains experience and puts it to use. We went to El Potrero and got the carne and huevos dish that included Chilaquiles. I loved their Mexican coffee and decent price as both our meals and drinks came out to under $30. Later that night we went to New City complex with a bunch of different restaurants and got a prime ribeye, lobster, tuna, and mixed drinks. The bill with tip came out to $160, but it was delicious. We also ate at LOS Arcos and I got a wonderful pulpo dish and she got some fish dish with shrimp skewers. We also got 2 desserts and the total came out to $70.
We've been going to the Caffenio drive thru often as the price for 2 drinks are the same cost of just one at Starbucks. She plans to cook for me since it is getting so expensive eating out, but she says she only does Mexican dishes and I said cool. We agreed we need to eat better and find a local gym.[/QUOTE]I am happy things are working out for you brother, you deserve to be happy. My girl is flying in next Friday and I can't wait to see her as well. Anyways I wish you the best, have fun life is too short.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2620444]Yeah, most days we go out she doesn't need make up and is willing to walk bare foot when we were in Cancun. I definitely wouldn't walk barefoot anywhere. We got an Airbnb for 2 months to see how things go. She has a friend in GDL that is HR for Volaris and could get her a job, but it wouldn't require using her education. I told her to take a lower paying job that uses her education when she graduates so she gains experience and puts it to use. We went to El Potrero and got the carne and huevos dish that included Chilaquiles. I loved their Mexican coffee and decent price as both our meals and drinks came out to under $30. Later that night we went to New City complex with a bunch of different restaurants and got a prime ribeye, lobster, tuna, and mixed drinks. The bill with tip came out to $160, but it was delicious. We also ate at LOS Arcos and I got a wonderful pulpo dish and she got some fish dish with shrimp skewers. We also got 2 desserts and the total came out to $70.
We've been going to the Caffenio drive thru often as the price for 2 drinks are the same cost of just one at Starbucks. She plans to cook for me since it is getting so expensive eating out, but she says she only does Mexican dishes and I said cool. We agreed we need to eat better and find a local gym.[/QUOTE]Glad to hear you liked the place. Yeah the coffee is very good, my buddy that took me to the place said it was the best. The restaurants hadn't been built yet when I was living in Tijuana so I'll have to try them someday since you've had good experiences. Another friend of mine always took his girls to LOS Arcos for lunch after taking them to La Mansion for a few hours. They actually opened up a restaurant in San Diego by Plaza Bonita but it didn't last that long and went out of business.
Much better to go to local coffee shops to give them the business instead of the big corporation. I'm sure you will like her coking and if you want a nice gym they have one on Sanchez Toboada by the Plaza Rio mall. Went to it once since you can by a day pass before and it's very nice and even has a pool. You've probably have seen it driving around it's right on the corner and big glass windows so you can see the people working out.
Last weekend, I had the best fish tacos ever for $1 each from the seafood cart guy on ave consitution in front of Gloria bar- simply awesome. Each Tacos comes with two pieces of feed fried in batter. So a lot for $1.
I always have lunch in a hole in the wall place -very local / authentic & tasty. Not for Americans unless you are adventurous. Is is opposite the Sara Parking lot on see. Primera.
I saw two restaurants next Chicago club. One attached to it on right side as you face the club. Didn't have a name and the other was called Antojito. Which one is recommended?
At that stand try the shrimp quesadilla, tastier, creamier, goes well with the seafood soup Siete Mare.
When you are not too busy screwing girls, try El Chopfor Mariscos at the Cathedral Plaza and Titos Mariscon on O'Campo, big menus with fresh seafood.
The restaurant on the left of Chicago belongs to Royal Roach Hotel Leyva. The place served precooked food and smells bad like severely contaminated with bacteria, not recommended.
To the right of Chicago is El Capone. It was open last Saturday night but had no clients. The place used to served hot, tasty, freshly cooked meal specials for 70 pesos. But chef Jose was gone 2 months ago and I think it changed owner. Don't know what they serve now. Go in and check out their menu.
Alternatives are Azuls, Monte Carlo and Sonora Grill across from Adelitas or Las Perla.
I am happy with Azul restaurant at Cascadas.
I generally go to Caesars restaurant once a year.
I ordered the seafood soup, octopus ball appetizer and mixed sashimi dish. The regular got a chicken rice dish and some sushi roll. We also ordered 2 micheladas and everything was delicious. The bill came out to $60 plus tip. I would repeat my visit, but Sunday most likely going to a Churrascaria. Highly recommend if you like Japanese food.
Nigori sushi at Gallerias Hippodromo is ok, but I’ve had better sushi. It is convenient if you need something to eat before going to the Cinepolis VIP movie theater on the same floor across from restaurant.
[QUOTE=Rambo1969;2621109]Last weekend, I had the best fish tacos ever for $1 each from the seafood cart guy on ave consitution in front of Gloria bar- simply awesome. Each Tacos comes with two pieces of feed fried in batter. So a lot for $1.
I always have lunch in a hole in the wall place -very local / authentic & tasty. Not for Americans unless you are adventurous. Is is opposite the Sara Parking lot on see. Primera.
I saw two restaurants next Chicago club. One attached to it on right side as you face the club. Didn't have a name and the other was called Antojito. Which one is recommended?[/QUOTE]I loved the spicy shrimp tacos from the same cart, they are super yummy! It is a must try after you get done mongering, the perfect way to cap off a good night.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2623094]I ordered the seafood soup, octopus ball appetizer and mixed sashimi dish. The regular got a chicken rice dish and some sushi roll. We also ordered 2 micheladas and everything was delicious. The bill came out to $60 plus tip. I would repeat my visit, but Sunday most likely going to a Churrascaria. Highly recommend if you like Japanese food.
Nigori sushi at Gallerias Hippodromo is ok, but Ive had better sushi. It is convenient if you need something to eat before going to the Cinepolis VIP movie theater on the same floor across from restaurant.[/QUOTE]If you like Japanese food like Benihana you can try Komasa on Sanchez Toabada. It had just opened up back when I tried it and was very good.
BTW on Thursday Nov 12th USA and Mexico are playing for World Cup qualifying. It's always fun to watch the game in a restaurant or bar with others to see how serious they take this game. Especially if Mexico wins and how they party in the streets. You should enjoy the experience.
I went to a birthday party at Churrascaria at Gallerias Hippodromo and it was pretty good. The bill came out to $200 for 9 people, but since it was just 2 of us, we left 1,000 peso toward the bill. Some interesting observations are the circus acts while waiting at stop lights on Cuahatemoc and all of the luxury condos and shopping centers being built in Tijuana. In 5-10 years Tijuana is going to be unrecognizable and probably only the wealthy CA and Mexicans will be residing in the city center. Every block seems to have some kind of development being built on it.
Also another interesting observation happened when we ate at a restaurant in Playas, Vista Bella restaurant and grill. The place had a group of Russian guys and not sure, but was told some Russian groups frequent the Zona. The restaurant was just ok, but the best part is the view of the playa. I wouldn't return unless I wanted a place to eat near the playa.
Some people may be able to provide more insight into Mexican culture. The girl I'm seeing says it is normal for the guy to take care of everything and I said in the USA The women usually help with bills and sometimes take care of the tab. She said that it is the guys responsibility and when she graduates with her engineering degree, then she will probably only be paid 9,000 peso every 15 days which seems shockingly low. Also she seemed upset when I didn't kiss her in front of her aunt and cousins. I didn't want to make it more awkward of a situation as they finally found out that I am almost double her age, but they said I look a decade younger. The funny thing is she said the family thinks it is acceptable with them regarding the age difference as long as she is happy. I learn new things everyday in Mexico.
Also the tacos at Tacos El Franc are the best in my opinion and better than Taconazo, but Taconazo isn't as packed and also cleaner establishment. Also found it odd that this is the second Mexican lady I've been with that is concerned with my caffeine consumption, but they don't mind downing endless amounts of alcohol. I guess we all have to decide on what kind of vices we find acceptable. Have fun!
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2625393]I went to a birthday party at Churrascaria at Gallerias Hippodromo and it was pretty good. The bill came out to $200 for 9 people, but since it was just 2 of us, we left 1,000 peso toward the bill.[/QUOTE]Got to love Mexico. You couldn't take nine people (I assume you had drinks) for food and drinks to a similar level restaurant in the states for less than $500 after tax and tip. As for tacos, I'm a fan of Charly's on Constitucion, which is just a short walk from the Zona.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2625393] She said that it is the guys responsibility and when she graduates with her engineering degree, then she will probably only be paid 9,000 peso every 15 days which seems shockingly low.[/QUOTE]Yeah, Mexico is much more conservative on all of this. You have to remember that a married woman having a full time job there is only recently being seen as "normal," so it's expected for the man to cover meals out and stuff like that, just like it's expected of her to cook all of the meals at home.
$1,000 a month is probably about right for starting salary for someone with a College degree.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2625393]I went to a birthday party at Churrascaria at Gallerias Hippodromo and it was pretty good. The bill came out to $200 for 9 people, but since it was just 2 of us, we left 1,000 peso toward the bill. Some interesting observations are the circus acts while waiting at stop lights on Cuahatemoc and all of the luxury condos and shopping centers being built in Tijuana. In 5-10 years Tijuana is going to be unrecognizable and probably only the wealthy CA and Mexicans will be residing in the city center. Every block seems to have some kind of development being built on it.
Also another interesting observation happened when we ate at a restaurant in Playas, Vista Bella restaurant and grill. The place had a group of Russian guys and not sure, but was told some Russian groups frequent the Zona. The restaurant was just ok, but the best part is the view of the playa. I wouldn't return unless I wanted a place to eat near the playa.
Some people may be able to provide more insight into Mexican culture. The girl I'm seeing says it is normal for the guy to take care of everything and I said in the USA The women usually help with bills and sometimes take care of the tab. She said that it is the guys responsibility and when she graduates with her engineering degree, then she will probably only be paid 9,000 peso every 15 days which seems shockingly low. Also she seemed upset when I didn't kiss her in front of her aunt and cousins. I didn't want to make it more awkward of a situation as they finally found out that I am almost double her age, but they said I look a decade younger. The funny thing is she said the family thinks it is acceptable with them regarding the age difference as long as she is happy. I learn new things everyday in Mexico.[/QUOTE]Tacos el franc is awesome!! My girl is flying from Sonara so I will take her to that one at the Playa you wrote about.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2625403]Got to love Mexico. You couldn't take nine people (I assume you had drinks) for food and drinks to a similar level restaurant in the states for less than $500 after tax and tip. As for tacos, I'm a fan of Charly's on Constitucion, which is just a short walk from the Zona.[/QUOTE]We had mostly frescas since the aunt is more conservative and religious. The girl I'm seeing got a mojito so not sure if the aunt knows what kind of drink it was as it looks like lemonade. Everyone else got lemonada natural and regular coke. I got diet cokes which probably seemed awkward as everyone else got regular coke. I was going to pay with my credit card since it isn't bad deal for such a large party, but she told me to just put 1,000 peso towards the bill. I'll try Charly's when back in town next week as long as it isn't near HK. I might even take the mother and little brother.
[QUOTE=SeaBeeJoe;2625440]Tacos el franc is awesome!! My girl is flying from Sonara so I will take her to that one at the Playa you wrote about.[/QUOTE]You might be able to find better restaurants above the boardwalk, but I just wanted a place with mariscos and michelada. If you get a chance to go to Rosarito, then I'd recommend LOS Portales as it sits on a cliff above the ocean and only open Friday-Sunday. Friday is a DJ, Saturday they have live singers, and not sure about Sunday.
[QUOTE=ClownDays;2625418]Yeah, Mexico is much more conservative on all of this. You have to remember that a married woman having a full time job there is only recently being seen as "normal," so it's expected for the man to cover meals out and stuff like that, just like it's expected of her to cook all of the meals at home.
$1,000 a month is probably about right for starting salary for someone with a College degree.[/QUOTE]Thanks for clarification. Sometimes I'm skeptical if her perception on life is warped based on living in Sinaloa. My ex was from Tijuana and she was more independent and I guess Americanized as she didn't expect me to "take care" of everything, but then again she didn't cook me every meal as she was a working professional too.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2625502]I'll try Charly's when back in town next week as long as it isn't near HK. I might even take the mother and little brother.[/QUOTE]Charly's isn't near HK but it is close enough to the fringes of the Zona to where in jest or a curious mind might ask whether you know about the Zona. It is a down to earth place and I have seen families with children eat there. But depending on the social status of the mother and little brother, it might be a tad gritty. I suggest you go by yourself and if you like what you see, take them next time.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2625504]Thanks for clarification. Sometimes I'm skeptical if her perception on life is warped based on living in Sinaloa. My ex was from Tijuana and she was more independent and I guess Americanized as she didn't expect me to "take care" of everything, but then again she didn't cook me every meal as she was a working professional too.[/QUOTE]If her family is from a small town, or a place that was considered a small town when they were growing up there, she's most likely going to have been raised with more traditional cultural values. If that's the case, it may be helpful to compare what she's telling you, to how someone raised 50 years ago in the South would be raised. Even though you met her in a club, Mexicans are still very culturally conservative and quite traditional, because of how deeply Old Testament Catholicism got entrenched into the culture.
Al Capone was reopened with new operator.
We went in after midnight for hot Caldo de Rez before going home. The new chef made it with a fatty beef, like clod shoulder. Soup was thick, fatty, delicious but the vegetables were overcooked. The last chef, Jose, made it perfect with shank beef, nice, clean, clear but tasty broth, vegetables were slightly cooked, still crunchy.
There were no clients while we were there, no Chicago girls as usual. It's hard to survive the food business in Tijuana.
[QUOTE=LuvMexicanas;2625509]Charly's isn't near HK but it is close enough to the fringes of the Zona to where in jest or a curious mind might ask whether you know about the Zona. It is a down to earth place and I have seen families with children eat there. But depending on the social status of the mother and little brother, it might be a tad gritty. I suggest you go by yourself and if you like what you see, take them next time.[/QUOTE]I just got back from Charlys and still think Tacos El Franc is the best. I got 3 adobadas and 3 asadas with Mexican coke. It came out to 180 pesos and left 50 peso tip. I had to pay for parking since it is near Revo and all the street parking seemed to be for buses. I did like the service as they gave me an extra plate of radishes and some other white vegetable they have that is flavorless. The asadas are only on 1 tortilla, but the adobada was crispy. I just couldn't get over the fact it was kind of flavorless. At least the adobada wasn’t fatty. I finished it all and only had to pay 10 pesos for parking since it took me under 30 min. I'll report back if we eat at some place when I pick up people from the airport tonight.
[QUOTE=KoolBeans;2627188]I just got back from Charlys and still think Tacos El Franc is the best. I got 3 adobadas and 3 asadas with Mexican coke. It came out to 180 pesos and left 50 peso tip. I had to pay for parking since it is near Revo and all the street parking seemed to be for buses. I did like the service as they gave me an extra plate of radishes and some other white vegetable they have that is flavorless. The asadas are only on 1 tortilla, but the adobada was crispy. I just couldn't get over the fact it was kind of flavorless. At least it was fatty. I finished it all and only had to pay 10 pesos for parking since it took me under 30 min. I'll report back if we eat at some place when I pick up people from the airport tonight.[/QUOTE]I go there for basically one thing: tacos de tripas. I know, not for everyone. I might on the rare occasion get a taco de chorizo like last week. I should have clarified that Charly's is my favorite place for tacos de tripas.