Food in Tijuana

[Captain Solo]

Pervs want food with pussies side dish.

[Artisttyp]

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.

[Jackie888]

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.

https://www.google.com/maps/@32.5375124, -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.

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.

[Captain Solo]

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.

[Rambo1969]

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.

https://www.google.com/maps/@32.5375124, -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.

[Member #4730]

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.

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.

[Travv]

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.

[SeaBeeJoe]

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.

I went to Pampas in Otay, it was very bad, the salad bar had old brown wilty lettuce. I will never go back there.

[BabyBatter]

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.

[Hargow20]

I went there once and the food was quite disappointing.

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.

[AmorPorFavor]

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.

Looks good. Thanks I will check it out.

[Ctytek]

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.

[Jackie888]

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?

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.

[Jinxx]

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.

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.

[Captain Solo]

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.