Food in Tijuana

[Artisttyp]

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!

You Bet!

They have lychees for desert but they aren't on the menu. Served on ice with grenadine.

[Phordphan]

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.

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!

[Artisttyp]

that black rice gave me the runs.

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.

[ScatManDoo]

The Chans ANNEX in La Cacho is my favorite menu compared to the main location on Sanchez Taboada.

Did you mean Chan's Bistro in La Cacho, or is that a different restaurant?

[TomJackin]

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.

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!

[BayBoy]

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.

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.

[JohnReter335]

Best street food in Tijuana Tacos El Yaqui everyone should must try it.

[Artisttyp]

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.

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.

[Phordphan]

Chans is the best Chinese IMO in Tijuana but expensive.

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.

[Phordphan]

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.

Orange Chicken and Chow Mein? Post again after you're eaten Chinese food.

[Phordphan]

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.

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.

[Artisttyp]

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.

Chans is the best Chinese IMO in Tijuana but expensive.

[Hargow20]

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.

[BayBoy]

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.

[BayBoy]

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.