Conchita Pibil chilaquiles were delicious, service was amazing…read more Will visit again next time I'm in tj

Very attentive and welcoming staff!:) the food was so delicious with truly authentic flavor…read more I highly recommend!!

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!

We came to Tijuana to experience the Tequila Expo and afterwards, we wanted to have some tacos and…read moremy friend brought us here. There was a long line to be seated but it moves quickly. We all got a bunch of tacos asado and wow they were fantastic! Im not much a taco fan but maybe all my life, I have been served mediocre tacos because this place was sooo good! Taco asado was 47 pesos which is about $2.50. After we ate our tacos, we pay with the cashier and I noticed that this place has been a Michelin awarded restaurant for the past 3 years. And well deserved! Loved it! All the staff here helpful, kind and happy. Next time I am back in Tijuana, definitely coming back here!

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.

Stopped by here passing through TJ for the day .. super cool taco spot that was super busy non stop…read more! Tried their Al pastor taco & carne asada vampiro and Jamaica . I loved everything tasted so flavorful and the right amount of spice from their green salsa . They also give you a side of cucumbers, radish and green onions . This is definitely a must if you are in TJ!

This is hands down my favorite taco spot in TJ! Don't be scared to try everything on the menu you…read morereally can't go wrong here. The service is always great and the tacos come out super fast. They actually serve you, which is such a nice touch and makes the whole experience feel even better. I even brought a friend here who was a little unsure about TJ tacos and this place completely changed their mind. Upstairs has plenty of space, which is perfect if it gets busy, and everything is always clean including the restrooms, which is nice. The salsas are FIRE and the horchata 1000/10. No exaggeration, it's the best I've ever had. Prices are super reasonable too! For two people we got a bunch of tacos, multiple horchata refills, and a quesadilla, and it was 100% worth it. Love this place!

The most authentic Sonora style taco in Baja! They use beef brought in from the state of Sonora…read morewhich is legendary for most tender flavorful and juiciest meat in northern Mexico. The cart is the original location which is now 1 of the 3 in Tijuana. Last night, I ordered the arrachera, costilla, and sirloin. It was so darn delicious I had to go for 2 rounds! The process is simple, order the food, enjoy, and pay with cash before you leave. It's a truly special place with deep roots in Sonora. This should be one of many stops if you are in the area. Don't forget to visit the condiment and salsa area!

Wow! Salimos del oxxo y el olor nos hizo voltear a verlos, tuvimos que probarlos y sin duda algunas…read moresonde los mejores que eh probado, definitivamente los recomiendo

The pastor tacos are absolutely phenomenal. My mouth is honestly watering thinking about them as I…read morewrite this review. Absolutely delicious. The meat is tender, the avocado sauce is delicious (and I hate avocado). I opted for no red salsa since it's a little spicier than I'd like, but the avocado sauce on its own provided more than enough flavor. The meat was slightly burnt, but that's honestly a personal preference. I'll be sure to ask for less crispy ends next time. I'll definitely be back for the best pastor I've ever had.

Before the name change, this taco shop was known as El Taconazo. It is located on a busy…read moreintersection and parking is extremely limited.  I noticed it did get renovated. Customer service is still spectacular as I remember. The food is delicious, my go-to's are either the Vampiro de asada or their tradtional taco de adobada. The tacos portions are generous. Prices have increased slightly (inflation) but overall still a great experience.

First time visiting TJ in years and it was so much fun! I love a good food market hall, and I had…read moreno idea Telefónica even existed. It reminds me of some of the big food halls in Los Angeles (Grand Central Market, Haven City, etc.) packed with delicious food and beverage options. Just a quick Uber ride from the border and you can be munching on fresh ceviche and savoring an ice cold glass of house-made sangria. That's exactly what we ordered! I appreciated the option for indoor or outdoor seating. Since it was an extremely hot and humid day, we opted to sit inside, where the fans were a lifesaver. We ordered drinks at the bar inside and then picked up food from one of the several vendors outside. The staff was welcoming and checked on us several times, even offering our group a large table upstairs, which was a considerate touch. From coffee to pastries, sweets, snacks, wine, beer, seafood, pizza, and everything in between, Telefónica is a great way to start or end your day in TJ. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in town!

This place is amazing. Disregard any bad reviews that you may see…read more the truth is they have so many different types of food here, the biggest problem is deciding which one you want to eat. My advice, take a cheap UBER instead of driving as parking is not fast. When you arrive take a walk though quickly to get a lay of the land and see what the options are. Maybe grab a michelada on the way in since the bar is right there. I'd pick one or 2 or 3 places to try as long as what you order fits together. the last thing you'd want to eat would be a taco and a hot dog. BE MINDFUL: Realize you are in Mexico. This place wasn't really made for tourists, it's more of a local spot and it's pretty safe. That being said they don't usually care too much about dealing with complaints. Take breath a little bit Karen and enjoy the experience. The tables are open seating, so maybe while you grab food, send your friend to find a table. they also had a cat there that was so chill and wanted to be pet.

Everything was flawless. Food was spectacular and the…read moreservice was on point, not just for my table, but for the entire restaurant. I have never seen service this good anywhere else. Ordered another order of the dumplings after trying them. Saw the other table had short rib and had to try it, it was melt off the bone. One of the best restaurants I've ever been to. ¡Delicioso!

Crossed the boarder for dinner in Tijuana. No hablo español. Thank goodness I was with people who…read moredid. Service was 5 stars, food was 5 stars, parking and navigating the multilevel shopping mall was 1 star. We ordered it all... appetizers including an almond covered asparagus, all kinds of delicious cocktails including one that came in a Chinese to go container and one that was on fire plus wine, a giant boat of sushi, then tacos and tostadas. Finished off with a pistachio dessert. Thank you to the staff for a very attentive evening. Muchas gracias.

Finally found this place!!! I saw it on the maps but never ventured to it. There is 3 things on…read moremenu. Some things are better kept simple. Flautas, Sopes and Tostadas. The Flautas are perfection. It's a nice little spot with pictures of Jalisco decorating the walls. We will be back here for sure. Closed Sunday and Monday

I am not a big fan of beef birria, but this place is the exception. They flavors remind me of the…read moretraditional goat, my preference, but with beef. Pretty simple menu with various ways to consume the birria or lengua which are the only two meat options. I went with traditional tacos and my GF the queso birria and consommé. With so many food options in TJ, this one makes our short list of must go when in town.

Están ricos pero les falta mucho sabor, el consomé de plano de color casi clarito. Prepara el…read moresalero porque definitivamente te faltará sal.