Stopped here on the way to the central valley; picked it because it was a locally owned spot, and we felt like some Mexican food. Number one good sign that this was a great place: a police car in the parking lot!
First, excellent service. We were seated promptly, even though it was the noon hour. This place looks small, but is deceptive: it's very large and has spacious seating for a number of people. It has a full bar. They have all kinds of items on the menus from appetizers, to specialty dishes, tacos, enchiladas, Seafood, seafood cocktails, chicken dishes, and the normal combination dishes of tacos, enchiladas, Chille rellenos, etc.
I chose tacos Al Pastor. It's one of my favorites. They did also have enchiladas de Molé also another favorite. I'm so glad I chose the tacos Al Pastor. Hands-down, Jorge's receives my number one in California vote for tacos Al Pastor.
I have tried tacos Al Pastor, at every Mexican place across the state that I have dined in and this place wins my top vote. They were absolutely delicious and succulent. First, they do not serve the tacos on the tiny small Tortillas that you get on street tacos. They were regular size dinner tacos about 6 inches in diameter. The meat was absolutely deliciously well seasoned. The menu describes them as being seasoned with marinated with chilies, pineapple, herbs, and spices. Well, whatever they're doing it's absolutely magical. It is fantastic and succulent, rich tasting. Of course they are topped with the requisite, cilantro, onions And some hot salsa.
Note here the salsa which they serve with the chips at the beginning of the meal as a starter is very hot. I usually enjoy a fairly hot salsa, but this is no salsa for the faint hearted. It is not a mild red salsa that you might normally get. It definitely packs a punch, so just be mindful of that.
My companion Had a green chili Verde or just a green enchilada with shredded beef that he said was absolutely delicious. I know it was delicious because he vacuumed up his dish more quickly than I did. And he usually talks all through the meal and is the last to finish, any dish! I wish I could've tried five other dishes like Pollo and Molé, poblano, or one of the fish dishes or a soup, but unfortunately, one only has so much room in one's tummy.
If you get to Tracy on your way to and from the Bay Area and Central Valley, do come through and go to Jorge's El Tapatio on 11th St. It is not too far off of Highway 205 and a quick stop with their fast service, bright and friendly smiles, and not to be missed Mexican food.
I did speak to the chef and gave him my compliments too. A really sweet guy who definitely knows his business. Hats off to Jorge's! read more