I travel to Nogales every so often, and when I finally arrive to visit friends, they know that the…read morevery first question out of my mouth is, "Is Cocina La Ley open today?" It's true. I've been going there for about 10 years, and without fail, their seafood is always consistently delicious. Although most of the locals are probably very aware of this small yet mighty restaurant, it's tucked away in an unassuming location - it doesn't look like much from the outside, but as they say, "Don't judge a book by its cover." I always order the large ceviche, which comes with tostadas, and I also get a side of warm tortillas. When I get that large bowl in front of me, I just can't wait to dig in. But first, I absolutely must put a couple of drizzles of their out-of-this-world made-in-house tamarind hot sauce on top of each bite. I can't begin to describe how amazing this sauce is - just a little sweet, but hot enough to burn your face off. What makes it amazing is it's flavor is so unique and complex. One time I visited, and I saw that there wasn't any hot sauce on the table. I asked the server and he said that they were in the middle of making a new batch. After telling him that I came all the way from Florida for their sauce (and ceviche, of course), the owner came by and sold me a couple of jars of the deliciousness. We had a great conversation about their food, their hot sauce, and how much love they put into their 30 year plus establishment. Back to the food - the shrimp in the ceviche is perfectly bite-sized and always tender, in perfect proportion to all of the other ingredients. The liquid is delicious enough to slurp up at the end of the bowl. I also started ordering the fried shrimp tacos the last few times I went to La Ley. A small plate comes with a simple warm tortilla and perfectly breaded fried 2-3 pieces of shrimp. Their sauces and toppings bar has everything you need to complete the taco - pickled onions, cilantro, tomatoes, onion, etc. With some of their creamy sauce and more of the tamarind hot sauce, each bite is a moment in heaven. Like the ceviche, the shrimp is tender, the breading is fluffy, not oily, and when you put together spicy, creamy, salty, sweet, and sour, you've got one of the most satisfying dishes I can think of. Clearly, I love this place. As I sit here writing this over a thousand miles away (having just visited), I wish I was back in Nogales to visit La Ley.

This place is simple, cool, clean, and very comfortable. The food is absolutely amazing. Yes, when…read moreI first hear about this place I was like: yeah, maybe another "wannabe" good Mexican place. BUT oh god, this place is delicious!!!!!! The service is good, you have to order first at the cashier, and then seat. They also have this salsa bar where you can find the cilantro, diced onion, matcha salsas and other toppings.

Came here with my dog and girlfriends and sat on the patio - super clean space inside and out,…read morewhich I always notice. Big bonus: they're dog-friendly and even brought her water. Our waiter, Jesus, was awesome - friendly, attentive, and really helpful with the menu. We ordered the quesabirrias and... wow. They do them a little differently - kind of like a layered quesadilla folded taco-style - and the flavor was seriously on point. Paired it with their micheladas, which were just as good. They've got a huge menu with plenty of options, but honestly, I'd go back just for that combo again. Only regret is I ate it too fast to get a picture . Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.

This place was just so-so. It is a combination of a Tex-Mex restaurant and sports bar. There were 7…read morehuge TVs playing basketball sports loud. There is a Cantina bar area too. Most of the menu items are Tex-Mex but there are also burgers, ribs and wings. There were only two vegetarian options: a veggie burrito and fried cauliflower "wings". I was curious about the cauliflower "wings" so I ordered that. I was expecting the cauliflower to be fried or look like wings. However, the cauliflower was just baked and barely cooked. It was served with dipping options, celery and carrots. I ate the cauliflower but I was disappointed in the dish. I could easily have made this at home. The agua fresca jamaica drink made from hibiscus flowers was good.

Cheap & delicious mexican food. Lots of options available from tacos to burritos to quesidillas…read more Food tastes super fresh. Got the carne asada taco combo which came with a drink for just $6! The dining area is also very cute & clean. Lots of tables and parking available. There's also a play area for kids there. Cash and card accepted. Would definitely come back and try other options here!

Growing up in socal, my palate is used to tacos el gordo, king taco, taqueria de anda, etc…read more This place was a pleasant surprise during my visit in Nogales. I went by for an early lunch and got the Buro supreme, queso birria maiz, and a taco suprem. The queso Birria was delicious just the way I like it. However it did not come with consome, just salsa. The burro suprem was a little on the small side and had ingredients I was not used to but they meshed well and the flavor was good. Not bomb, but good. Same with the taco suprem. The ingredients tasted fresh and didn't have a fatty greasy taste, almost like a healthy Mexican food. I wish I was hungrier because I wanted to try their carne asada nachos. I will definitely come back the next time I return to Nogales.

These Tacos WERE SOME OF THE BEST TACOS I have had ! Everyone was so kind and attentive of our…read moreneeds ! I wish I could take some tacos back home with me or just the entire restaurant home with me ! Thank you for your service

Bomb tacos. They had tripas. But no lengua. Sad day lol. Try the taco caramelo. It's really good.read more

My wife wants me to drive 2 hours back to nogales on our last day here to get one of those burritos.read more

Food truck with some seating. Just about anything you'd want from tacos to burritos. Having tried…read moremost restaurants in Nogales, the tacos did not meet my expectations. To be totally honest Birria tacos were a bit dry and didn't have much flavor. The el Pastor tacos were better and the homemade salsa was perfect, a nice spicy kick to it. The tortillas were also quite dry. Tacos were overall 3/5 However the Tortas were easily a 5/5. I saw one and knew I needed to try it. The buttery bread combined with the toppings made this dish pop right off. These Tortas are what would have me coming back to this food truck! So simply put Tortas over tacos here.

We visited this spot recently and the first thing I noticed was how clean the establishment was…read more The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming, which made for a great first impression. Their aguas frescas were the highlight for me so fresh and flavorful. I ordered the watermelon with extra ice and it genuinely tasted like it had just been made. Absolutely delicious. For food, we kept it simple and ordered variations of their carne asada tacos. We tried the caramelo (with cheese), a mixed one with tripe and carne asada, and the standard carne asada tacos. They were decent, but the carne asada itself didn't quite have that grilled flavor we were expecting; it tasted more like it was cooked on a pan. Not bad by any means, just different from what we had hoped for. They do have a large menu with plenty of other options such as tortas, hot dogs, and more, so there's definitely something for everyone. We didn't get a chance to try anything beyond the tacos this time, so we may need to come back and explore more.

Nos salio una cucaracha en la mesa y le avisamos a la señora y nos cambiamos de mesa. Fue la señora…read morele dio de golpes a la mesa no sabemos si mato a la cucaracha y luego fue sin lavarse las manos a recojer y repartir las ordenes que estaban saliendo de la cocina. Avia bastante gente de testigo tiramos la comida y nos fuimos. Las salsas tambien estaban haciendo burbujas y se molesto la señora quando se le aviso y dijo pues no agarren de Esa. Muy feo servicio y cochina la señora! Que pena que a bajado tanto este lugar mas ajora que esta mas carro. Mejoren su servicio a Los Clientes​​ y para la Salud de la communidad ​

Good food only thing is it take a little bit longer than usual but everything is made freshread more

Best tacos I have ever had. So delicious! Wide selection of tacos and other Mexican food (soups,…read moreflautas, platters, etc). I came here several times but have only tried the tacos. I highly, highly recommend the adobada. The barbacoa and carne asada were also very good. Feeling spicy and adventurous? Try the chicharrones! I normally do like lengua, but theirs wasn't my favorite. At 16.50 pesos per taco (~$1) though, you can try them all. The corn tortillas are homemade and absolutely amazing. You can watch the ladies shape and cook fresh tortillas while you dine. The atmosphere is like a cafe and was always packed when we went. Service is super friendly. You can pay in pesos or dollars. Give Lupitas a shot, you won't be disappointed!

I find border towns fascinating and I like Nogales because it feels and looks like Mexico…read more However, it isn't the bustling border town it once was. It's a sleepy place these days and yet, for me, there is an indescribable charm. Although their website lists an East Patagonia Highway address, the restaurant is at 29 North Morley Avenue. It practically hugs the border crossing into Mexico. Yes, really close. You can't miss The Higos Coffee And Chilorios because the windows are crammed with a list and photos of the food it serves. It's a less than subtle hint saying, please eat here! You should. I was the only person in the restaurant. That's unfortunate because the huevos rancheros, coffee, and chips were all very good and simply satisfying. If they had given me a megaphone, I could have been tempted to stand outside and testify. It's worth the hour drive from Tucson and I'll be back.

Chilaquiles are one of my favorite meals, Higos did not disappoint. Definately within my top 3 in…read moreNogales. We were 1 of 2 diners at the time; service was quick and the prices reasonable.

We did a quick little breakfast trip across the border with my girlfriend and my dog and ended up…read moreat La Roca - such a beautiful spot. Walking in honestly feels like stepping into a hacienda. There's a gorgeous fountain in the center and a mix of seating areas - some more loungy if you're just having drinks, others perfect for coffee or a full breakfast. There's even an upper level with a bar-style balcony, which is where we sat, and it was such a great view. They are dog-friendly in the outdoor areas (I had mine in a stroller), and the staff could not have been more accommodating - they even helped me carry her up the stairs. Service overall was amazing. We had multiple servers checking on us, which just shows how well staffed and attentive they are, especially since it was pretty busy with the buffet crowd. We heard their buffet is really good, but we weren't quite that hungry, so we ordered off the menu. I got the huevos rancheros, and I'm not kidding - the beans alone made the whole trip worth it. I don't know what they're doing back there, but they need to keep doing it. The eggs and red sauce were also so good. My girlfriend got the chiles rellenos, and just watching her cut into them with that perfect cheese pull told me everything I needed to know - she confirmed they were delicious. The decor is beautiful and full of Mexican culture, the space feels really inviting, and overall it was just such a great experience. If you're in Nogales and want something nice without going too far into the city, this is literally right across the border and absolutely worth it.

Great ambience exceptional service coupled with the best margaritas and over the top…read moreDelicious food!

I had an appointment here. The food was amazing! And In took some empanadas home! Honestly,…read morethey're the perfect size! They're about half the size as a regular empanada so you know what that means half the calories. Lol they come in pineapple pumpkin and apple. Each flavor was very tasty. The thing I like about empanadas is that they're not too sweet and these were just like that. I especially like the apple filling. It had a little bit of what seems to be cinnamon and it was again not too sweet, but perfectly sweet. Of course, and why am I the thing that makes an empanada great is also the crust. It was perfectly crispy on the outside. He's empanadas are the superstars! Another reason I love this place is because they're training people who have disabilities for employment. I had Chile Riano's with beans and rice. Everything tasted like the Mexican food that I love in Tucson. The portions are pretty large for the Rihanna's and then the sides were not overwhelming just right. I got to chill Reynolds and I ended up taking one home. I definitely recommend you giving this place to try especially because of what they do for the community. The prices were very inexpensive as well. If you're looking for a fun day trip and then you want a good meal this is a great place to stop while supporting the community. All the staff was very nice as well as the students being trained which you couldn't really tell who is who. And I appreciate that too! Please support them!

The food was verywell presented and delicious The service was very good and we had a very nice…read moretime. The restaurant is very clean and the staff friendly. It is a restaurant and a bakery and a plant nursery Nextdoor. We enjoyed our visit very much!