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    Animal Tijuana

    4.3 (15 reviews)

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    Mary C.

    Animal has been opened a little over a year now and it is fine dinning at its best. This place is expensive so get over it. Make a reservation, you just must. Have your hotel do it or call them. It is owned by CDMZ I think, it reminds me of one. The moment you walk in you are made to feel comfortable and happy. It is quite beautiful. The service is true fin dinning service. You will want for nothing. The entire staff is great. Dressy, but business casual is just fine. Go in a armless tee and cargo shorts and you will be out of place. They have an amazing selection of food. They have sushi, empanadas, steaks, tacos and all sorts of small plates. We get a bunch and share. Their sushi is so fresh and their steak is cooked to perfection. They even have some great soups now and again. There is something for everyone here. Parking is valet for a fee. It is a wonder, it really is.

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    Missy B.

    Animal recently opened up in Tijuana, but it brought all the energy and excellence it's known for in CDMX. You can feel the reputation--service is next-level. There are so many staff around to help that you literally don't want for anything. Water's filled, plates cleared, recommendations offered... it's all handled. The food? Incredible. I ordered the short rib and it was rich, tender, and packed with flavor. They've also got sushi, tacos, and all kinds of creative small plates. Definitely something for everyone! Great drink options too, whether you're into mezcal, wine, or something more playful. And the space itself is stunning. Super modern, but still warm. Fancy, but not too fancy, you know? Would be perfect for date night or just dinner with friends. If you've heard the hype--yep, it lives up to it. Can't wait to go back.

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    Peter M.

    Animal Tijuana, is a Mexican and Japanese fine dining restaurant at the Shops at Landmark. It is located on the upper floor in a mesmerizing dining room with eye catching and stunning, vintage chandeliers. There is soft music in the background and captivating decor, all around. The moment you walk in, there are multiple servers greeting you and escorting you to your table. You know right away that it's going to be a memorable evening. I actually did not know that there was Japanese fare here too, and I tried to concentrate on the local Mexico dishes. I am not a big eater so in order to taste a variety I tried to choose appetizers and small bites. The evening began with complimentary salsas, three of them, with chips. What is unique is that their chips are long rectangular strips of different composition. The salsas were fresh. I liked the green one the best and once I had finished these, they brought another batch of chips, but these had a mild but satisfying cheese taste. Both of the chip varieties were spectacular. My first choice for food, was the almond crusted green beans that are drizzled with sweet and sour sauce. This clearly had a Japanese tint to it. It is a large potion I only finished half of it. My only comment on this dish is that I couldn't taste the almonds. It looked more like it was a tempura type fry. The sweet and sour sauce dominated the dish. My second selection, was the popular (according to my server), the Taco Richi (ribbeye, cheese crust, pork cracklings, and avocado). Comes as one piece. This was superb. Finally, more Tacos, the Beef Steak Gaonera (Hand-made tortillas, guacamole and pico de gallo). Comes as two pieces. This too was equally good. I also succumbed and ordered a side order of french fries too. At the end, they surprised me with a complimentary dessert. A small potion of their cheesecake, which had four caramelized macadamia nuts on top. It was different. Overall, it was a dining experience that was unmatched and one that can give LA restaurants, serious competition. I had at least five different servers taking care of me right through the night. Needless to say, the service was outstanding.

    Stephanie

    Went last week on Thursday for my 35th, wanted to see what the hype was about, alongside my family. The place is nice and the vibes are cool and all but the service is terrible. Our server never brought out my sisters dish, we basically all ate and she just watched us eat our dinner. We had to remind our server twice, he never apologized, he just blamed it on the cook. This made us think he had forgot to put in her order. Also, we were seated right at the entrance where all the traffic of the guests and servers was, made it a little uncomfortable.

    Iris D.

    Had a fantastic experience here for my first restaurant in Mexico. Terrific service (Thank you Omar!), delicious food and fun atmosphere. I had so many wonderful dishes, I can't wait to come back! The salmon ceviche is an absolute must try.

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    Alessandro P.

    The mixture of tacos and sushi is perfect. One nicest casual fine dining spots in TJ.

    Portion for two adults.. so little.. total $300 dollars.. quality of meat was average

    Over hyped over rated and portions are for children.. very disappointed I paid $300 dollars and had to buy more food after since the portions were tiny.. the pictures I posted is for 2 people.. specially the meat was so little and small for two people.. will never ever go back .. it felt like a scam.. a regular Korean or Japanese bbq in California is 10 times better quality than this restaurant and way cheaper...

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    “Saw the other table had short rib and had to try it, it was melt off the bone.”

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    Tacos El Franc - Tacos Al Pastor

    Tacos El Franc

    4.5(689 reviews)
    1.9 km•Zona Centro
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    If you're looking for authentic tacos in Tijuana, this taco spot is an absolute must visit…read more The asada, pastor, and everything is packed with flavor. What really sets this place apart is the outstanding customer service, the staff is welcoming, attentive, and treats every customer really nicely. The atmosphere is lively & outdoorsy, the prices are great, and the entire experience feels genuinely local and memorable. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular, this taco stand delivers incredible food that will keep you coming back for more. It's cash only btw.

    This was our very first stop after crossing the border into Mexico, and it absolutely lived up to…read morethe hype. It came highly recommended by both locals and fellow food lovers, and after seeing the incredible reviews, we knew we had to experience it for ourselves. We ordered a little bit of everything: tacos de tripa, tacos al pastor, tacos de asada, and an asada quesadilla. Every single item was packed with flavor and tasted incredibly fresh. The tripas were perfectly crispy without being greasy, the al pastor was juicy, well-seasoned, and had that classic balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors, and the asada was tender with a delicious char-grilled flavor. The asada quesadilla was generously filled with meat and gooey melted cheese, making it the perfect complement to the tacos. One thing I really appreciated was how convenient the ordering process is. They have a drive-through style setup where you simply pull up and park in front of the restaurant. An employee comes directly to your car to take your order, and once your food is ready, they bring it right out to you. It's such an easy and efficient experience, especially if you're eager to grab amazing food and get back on the road. It's easy to see why this place has earned such a stellar reputation. Between the authentic flavors, generous portions, friendly service, and convenient setup, this was the perfect way to kick off our trip into Mexico. I'll definitely be making this a tradition every time I cross the border.

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    Las Ahumaderas - Adobada taco

    Las Ahumaderas

    4.5(160 reviews)
    0.7 km•Gabilondo
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    These hit the spot and for late night. Highly recommend and was worth the price. I'd come here…read moreagain and again and the onions they grill . It was quick too.

    Vintage Tijuana spot here! Las Ahumaderas has for decades been one of the better (top 3-5, arguably…read more#1) spots in TJ for tacos - highly recommended by tourists and locals alike. Las Ahumaderas is a collection of 5-6 taquerias on one side street off Blvd. Agua Caliente, one of the main thoroughfares in TJ. The taquerias offer very solid, relatively cheap tacos and tend to stay open until super late at night (often until 4 am). Las Ahumaderas is famously nicknamed "Taco Alley" and gained some international recognition after being featured one of Anthony Bourdain's travel and food shows. I've been several times but last stopped by Las Ahumaderas in September. The most popular spot there (and my personal favorite) is Las Tres Salsas - would highly recommend checking out that taqueria first if you've never been. The most highly regarded tacos here are the adobada (pork) tacos (my personal favorite as well). Ordered two adobada tacos, one suadero (cow belly) taco, and a Sprite. The nice thing about the food and drink at Ahumaderas is that a lot of the basic items are priced the same - each taco and the sprite were 45 pesos (around $2.50 USD) each. The tacos were all well-portioned, tasty, and filling (as usual). One thing a lot of tourists don't know is Las Tres Salsas has two levels, with the second level sometimes having a decent, relaxing view and atmosphere depending on the time of day. So I ordered and ate on the second floor (ordered from the server for that floor). Cash (dollars or pesos) are by far the most common method of payment but credit cards are also accepted at Las Tres Salsas and I think the other taquerias at Ahumaderas as well. If you don't speak Spanish there's usually someone at the register who speaks enough English to get by though the server I had that afternoon happened to speak very good English. Right after Las Tres Salsas I went to Tacos El Paisano, one of the other taquerias in the establishment. Ordered 1 asada (steak) taco, 1 cabeza (cow's head) taco, and a Fresca soda. Like Las Tres Salsas, all of the items were 45 pesos each. The tacos here were also good, though not as good as Las Tres Salsas; both of the tacos fell apart a bit due to being slightly soggy (though again they were good). I'm a picky eater but there are a wide variety of tacos, quesadillas, and other items to try between the handful of taquerias at Ahumaderas. Las Ahumaderas is about a 13-15 minute walk down Agua Caliente from Telefonica Gastro Park, another excellent foodie location in TJ. Must visit if you've never been before!

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