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Mexican food

You want Mexican food that is prepared with a focus on tradition and consistency.

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Over 30 food stalls offer a wide variety including Oaxacan tlayudas and deep dish pizza. Mexican options shine with authentic tostadas and tacos. The lively, family-friendly atmosphere features a kids' play area and a bustling, festival-like vibe.

Numerous Mexican stalls serve tostadas, flautas, steamed tacos, and regular tacos. Oaxacan tlayudas offer an authentic traditional flavor.

People are saying

"You'll find over 30 food stalls with tons of Mexican food options."

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There is ample parking available for 20 pesos.

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Some stalls are closed during the week, so check ahead.

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Expect a busy atmosphere on weekends; arrive early for the best selection.

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Small truck serves seven tamale flavors and champurrado in a casual, affordable setting. Sweet tamales keep their flavor when reheated, though green tamale is slightly salty. Perfect for those craving diverse traditional treats on the go.

Small truck offers about seven types of warm tamales and champurrado. Sweet tamales come in many flavors and keep their taste when reheated. Prices are good, but the green tamale tastes a bit salty.

People are saying

"I loved the champurrado and tamales; they were delicious."

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The place offers a huge variety of both food and desserts.

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Expect to find seven types of champurrado and warm tamales.

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Prices are generally affordable for most menu items.

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Covered dining area offers a quiet, comfortable atmosphere with attentive service. Known for crispy pork belly and authentic guacamole, tacos like adobada shine with privileged seasoning. Limited seating causes occasional wait times but rewards with delicious Mexican flavors.

Tacos stand out with privileged seasoning and include varieties like pork belly and adobada. Burritos, especially the California Burrito with Adobada, and flour quesadillas also feature prominently, paired with tasty salsas and guacamole.

People are saying

"I found the Mexican food, especially the tacos, to be delicious."

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Expect a wait time of 20-25 minutes for tacos during peak hours.

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The truck is located inside the plaza parking lot.

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Parking is available in the plaza lot, making access easy.

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Terrace offers beautiful views and a relaxed vibe with a DJ at night. Families enjoy the children's play area with a nanny. Mexican dishes shine with tasty tacos and amazing chilaquiles alongside fresh seafood and cocktails.

Tacos come in Mexicano and Costa Azul styles with tasty options like tuna carnitas and marlin. Chilaquiles stand out as very good and amazing dishes here.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here has such attentive and excellent service."

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Valet parking service is available for guests.

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Expect limited parking availability during peak hours.

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The restaurant offers a morning brunch on weekends.

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Enjoy generous birria portions with tasty consommé and pork cheek chicharrón. Tables sit close to passing cars, adding a unique vibe. Prices stay affordable while flavors like beef birria and carnitas shine in Baja tacos and quesabirria.

Birria tacos come with a tasty consommé and feature options like pork cheek chicharrón and handmade tortillas. The Baja tacos and quesabirria offer rich flavors combining beef birria and carnitas.

People are saying

"I loved the birria tacos with chicharrón."

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Portions are generous, providing good value for the price.

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Prices are generally affordable, making it accessible for most visitors.

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Expect potential delays if ordering through delivery services.

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Seafood shines with fish tacos and Sinaloa-style dishes. Outdoor seating adds to the lively atmosphere despite the cash-only policy. Unique cocktails and fresh agua fresca make it a vibrant spot for Mexican food lovers.

Fish tacos stand out with a fresh, authentic taste. The governors' tacos offer a solid option. Fresh, authentic agua fresca complements the meal well.

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The outdoor seating area is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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They only accept cash payments.

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The restrooms are located downstairs and are clean.

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Small taco spot shines with excellent birria and innovative cheetonas. Casual vibe matches the careful taco crafting and spicy chicharrón options. Birria tacos impress, though broth and tortillas could use more flavor.

Birria stands out for its care and flavor, especially in tacos and campechanos with pork cheek. Service is solid, but the birria broth and tortillas lack seasoning and soul.

People are saying

"The birria here is excellent, truly a 10 out of 10."

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Local eateries often serve the best food, not just big-name restaurants.

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Consider visiting during off-peak hours to avoid crowds.

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Many small places may not accept credit cards, so bring cash.

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Outdoor venue offers a quiet, cozy atmosphere with friendly energy. Mexican food shines with flank steak tacos and shrimp dishes from a young staff. Food trucks serve diverse, reasonably priced dishes including vegan options, making it a great spot to eat and relax.

Flank steak tacos with shrimp and tortilla soup stand out here. Tacos come with tasty cheese and generous portions, including tostadas and chilaquiles from a young-staffed stall.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is so tasty."

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They are only open from Thursday to Sunday.

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El Punto Foodtrucks has parking available for visitors.

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The food trucks accept card payments for convenience.

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Cozy space offers a family atmosphere with clean decor. Birria tatemada shines with rich flavor and quick service. Handmade corn tortillas and sauces add to the authentic Mexican food experience, though prices are higher than street options.

Birria tatemada stands out with its rich, non-greasy flavor and quick service. Handmade corn tortillas and flavorful sauces complement the beef broth and gordita well.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the birria, is delicious."

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The total cost is around 750 pesos for two dishes and two bottles of water.

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A small bottle of water with ice costs 60 pesos.

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The prices at the restaurant are generally affordable.

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Mexican restaurant offers rich menudo and bold dishes like chilaquiles and pozole. Industrial and rustic style with red brick walls creates a family-friendly, relaxed vibe. Terrace seating adds an open, casual feel perfect for groups and couples.

Menudo stands out for its rich flavor and consistent deliciousness. Other notable dishes include chilaquiles, pozole, and the pancita quesadilla, all prepared with care and bold taste.

People are saying

"The menudo here is so delicious and tasty."

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Menudo is only available on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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Prices for menudo are around 170 pesos.

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Parking in the plaza is usually sufficient but can be limited.

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Spacious taqueria offers varied tacos including birria at night and handmade tortillas. Quiet weekdays and pet-friendly areas create a relaxed vibe. Staff deliver excellent service with fresh, made-to-order options.

Tacos come in a great variety, including birria served at night. Handmade tortillas are freshly made and made to order, especially for asada tacos. Staff provide excellent service consistently.

People are saying

"The Mexican food, especially the tacos, is really delicious."

Good to know

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They have ample parking available for customers.

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They accept credit and debit cards for payment.

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The restaurant features outdoor seating.

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Río Tijuana 3a. Etapa, Tijuana

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