# Esencia Restaurante > Small space with Mexican hacienda-style decor creates a cozy and homey atmosphere. Noise levels vary, often loud from diners and music, but the vibe stays inviting. Handmade tortillas and authentic Mexican music add to the genuine experience. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/EsenciaRestaurante - Address: Av. Paseo del Lago 19621, Tijuana, Mexico - Phone: +526646359500 - Website: https://www.facebook.com/Esencia-Restaurante-108858774853180/?ref=pages_you_manage ## What it is good for - Eggs — 10/10 - Comfortable — 10/10 - Cozy — 10/10 - Food — 9.5/10 - Lunch Spot — 9.4/10 - Breakfast — 9.1/10 - Mexican Food — 8.9/10 - Coffee — 8.1/10 - Enchiladas — 7.9/10 - Tortillas — 7.5/10 - Quesadilla — 7.1/10 - Salsa — 6.4/10 - Bread — 6.4/10 - Soup — 6.4/10 - Date Spots — 5.8/10 ## What people say - "The food here is super delicious and well seasoned." - "I was truly amazed by the Huitlacoche enchiladas." - "It felt so cozy and homey, like a welcoming spot." ## Good to know - On Saturday mornings, they offered a 2x1 promotion on mimosas. - We waited around 20 minutes to get in because the place is small. - Parking was limited and shared in a small plaza. - There was a 40-minute wait before being seated. - Esencia Restaurante accepted credit cards. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.