Food in Tijuana

[Spartan94]

Hello.

Is smoking still not allowed indoors in Tijuana? Read a short blurb about 'law' preventing indoor smoking was overturned. But as I have not read nor seen any news story about it not sure if true or not. Was in HK on Aug 17th didn't see anyone smoking inside. Planning on staying overnight next month in Tijuana and would like to find a bar where I can sit and smoke a cigar and drink. Thanks for any recommendations.

Spartan.

[Rambo1969]

BBQ shrimp done right is about as good as food gets.

I always visit Tijuana beach when visiting the city and get BBQ shrimp sticks at the beach - 50 pesos for six BBQ'ed shrimp. Tastes great.

Vendors walk along the beach close to the wall selling the sticks between the wall and stage (Platas de Tijuana near Hotel Jatay).

[Rambo1969]

Two food discoveries this time: 1. I tried "tongue" (lignua) curry from the new 24 x7 cart next to the Fish guy in front of Gloria Bar. It was amazing. Only 35 pesos for tacos with any their offering.

A new bargain: 3 fish tacos with a very small soup for 60 pesos at the restaurant closest to the cathedral in the plaza. Next to the food court. Nice tacos and the soup was a nice bonus.

[Rambo1969]

Two food discoveries this time: 1. I tried "tongue" (lignua) curry from the new 24 x7 cart next to the Fish guy in front of Gloria Bar. It was amazing. Only 35 pesos for tacos with any their offering.

A new bargain: 3 fish tacos with a very small soup for 60 pesos at the restaurant closest to the cathedral in the plaza. Next to the food court. Nice tacos and the soup was a nice bonus.

[Rambo1969]

What's a good spot with a sunset ocean view in playas de Tijuana?

Any advice is always and much appreciated amigos!

I like Black Dog Cafe. It has nice soft music, sofas, indoor / outdoor seating, etc.

On both sides there a multiple coffee shops. You are sure to like one of them.

This area has more Americans & feels very comfortable since. Vs a block north where the locals hang out and that's a different type of good vibe.

[FlacasOnly420]

What's a good spot with a sunset ocean view in playas de Tijuana?

Any advice is always and much appreciated amigos!

[Artisttyp]

SD corporate greed takes over New City Plaza with The Farmer's Table BUT the EATS are too good to pass up.

Case in point:

Prosciutto Pizza.

Andouille Sausage.

Fries.

Salad.

FEAST <.

[Captain Solo]

Artiste is very particular about his expensive wardrobe.

Had good times with Cajun shrimp and New England clam bakes, very messy but delicious, with friends and families in the areas of lakes Charles and Pontchartrain. Relatives got all wiped out during Hurricane Katrina. I was on a cruise ship in the Gulf of Mexico when Katrina was heading to shore, but sky was clear, ocean calm, no wind, did not see anything unusual. The next couple days the storm hit the East Coast, all airports were closed, a very rare event.

I was making Cajun with live crawfish shipped up from the South. Washed them 5 times, the water was still brown with mud. Suck on the head and they tasted like mud. Don't understand why people like crawfish. I think they live immersed in the mud of river estuaries, so are all muddy. I prefer shrimp and lobster, cleaner with more meat. I always suck on the heads, very creamy and tasty.

After CoVid, there are no more buffet in So Cal with AYCE raw oyster, only in expensive Las Vegas casinos. If the bros know of any in So Cal, would appreciate the tip. We have been eating shrimp and clam coctele from the Mariscos Paisano guys at the School Girls corner, fresh, tasty, delicious washed down with Mexican beers. Or at the Mariscos Que LE Damos on Constitucion. They charge 75 cents to $1 for each oyster and $2. 50 to $30 for the big clam.

[LuvMexicanas]

Dude, respect your observations. But eating head-on shrimp is a full body experience.

Growing up in Lake Charles, LA my family regularly cooked "BBQ shrimp" which involved 2 pounds of head-on shrimp we had caught that day, 1 pound of butter, a couple lemons, some salt and a shit ton of black petter, a cast iron skillet, enough cayenne to get your neighbors attention, and a baguette.

Crazy good but don't wear your Sunday best.

I thank you for this honest review. Must try ASAP.

You're speaking my language man. I've done a lot of fishing in Louisiana for many tasty fish (redfish, specks, flounder, sheepshead, tripletail, yellowfin, amberjack, snapper, etc) and eaten at many restaurants during my trips. BBQ shrimp done right is about as good as food gets.

[Kinkster214]

Dude, respect your observations. But eating head-on shrimp is a full body experience.

Growing up in Lake Charles, LA my family regularly cooked "BBQ shrimp" which involved 2 pounds of head-on shrimp we had caught that day, 1 pound of butter, a couple lemons, some salt and a shit ton of black petter, a cast iron skillet, enough cayenne to get your neighbors attention, and a baguette.

Crazy good but don't wear your Sunday best.

I thank you for this honest review. Must try ASAP.

Tijuana Shrimp:

Good tasting if you can get the shrimp clean. After 3 I gave the fuck up and left After paying. I was pissed off.

They do zero prep. This shit will be all over your clothes, seat, and wall by the time you are done. You will pay more for dry cleaning than your meal.

Bathing suit and sandals only.

Dumb fucking idea. Nice Cajun spices. Fairly priced IMO.

[Artisttyp]

Had dinner at El Rodeo and it was not that great. It came out to $100 or 2 k peso and the only thing decent was their ribs (costillas). The service was good, but micheladas were tiny. I would suggest other steak houses, but some could cost double compared to El Rodeo. Also went to TJ Shrimp which is Cajun broil like you'd find in a LA seafood 🦞 broil with crawdads and such, but I'm not sure if they have craw dads in Tijuana. I got the 1 kg with shrimp, mussels, corn, and potatoes. It came out to $70. Food was ok, but tastes better at Mr. Cajun. At least TJ Shrimp didn't give me the runs like Mr. Cajun did. I know TMI, but full transparency.

Tijuana Shrimp:

Good tasting if you can get the shrimp clean. After 3 I gave the fuck up and left After paying. I was pissed off.

They do zero prep. This shit will be all over your clothes, seat, and wall by the time you are done. You will pay more for dry cleaning than your meal.

Bathing suit and sandals only.

Dumb fucking idea. Nice Cajun spices. Fairly priced IMO.

[Sol12]

Good article about his favorite seafood restaurants in TIJUANA.

https://www.sandiegoreader.com/news/...-seafood-city/

[SeaBeeJoe]

Casa De Coronado Café. I having ate breakfast here several times and they never disappoint. They serve a large selection of American and Mexican breakfast item and close at 1 pm. It is reasonable priced and the food quality and service are top notch. Address Av París, Altamira, 22054 Tijuana, B. C. https://www.facebook.com/casadecoronados/?locale=es_LA.

[Captain Solo]

A wingman currently in Bangkok suggests $5 AYCE grill and hot pot.

https://thesmartlocal.co.th/mookata-...rants-bangkok/

He also popped 7 times a night with a Thai honey.

Damn. I want to go ASAP.

[KBToys]

Had dinner at El Rodeo and it was not that great. It came out to $100 or 2 k peso and the only thing decent was their ribs (costillas). The service was good, but micheladas were tiny. I would suggest other steak houses, but some could cost double compared to El Rodeo. Also went to TJ Shrimp which is Cajun broil like you'd find in a LA seafood 🦞 broil with crawdads and such, but I'm not sure if they have craw dads in Tijuana. I got the 1 kg with shrimp, mussels, corn, and potatoes. It came out to $70. Food was ok, but tastes better at Mr. Cajun. At least TJ Shrimp didn't give me the runs like Mr. Cajun did. I know TMI, but full transparency.