Food in Tijuana

[SenorTJ]

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.

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.

[Captain Solo]

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.

[Captain Solo]

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!

[Dcrist0527]

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!

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!

[Member #4722]

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!

[Jackie888]

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.

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.

[ClamSlammer]

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)?

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.

[StRobert]

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)?

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.

[Locke0000]

Last time I was at La Mansion I walked to the Brazilian steakhouse called Mr. Pampas (https://mrpampas.com/). 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: https://goo.gl/maps/ifcXu3okYiHecNV87.

This indeed helpful. Cheers!

[Locke0000]

Last time I was at La Mansion I walked to the Brazilian steakhouse called Mr. Pampas (https://mrpampas.com/). 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: https://goo.gl/maps/ifcXu3okYiHecNV87.

These are very helpful! Cheers, mate.

[KC Questor]

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)?

Last time I was at La Mansion I walked to the Brazilian steakhouse called Mr. Pampas (https://mrpampas.com/). 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: https://goo.gl/maps/ifcXu3okYiHecNV87.

[Captain Solo]

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 HKTIJUANA.COM 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.

[Locke0000]

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)?

[Sound7]

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.

??? How many times have you been to Tijuana? You're having trouble finding good tacos??

[SenorTJ]

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.

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.