I had a friend visiting Tijuana so we went for dinner the last day he was in town…read more Despite living in TJ for a few years now I have not been able to try any Argentinian restaurant yet. The only I did try was "El Tucumano" which was located in downtown TJ, but that was over 5 years ago when I was living in San Diego. At the time we left feeling that the overall experience was mediocre at best. Anyway so this time we left Playas de Tijuana at 830 pm and heading to Rosarito. We were not aware the the restaurants there close at 9 pm so best case we could get there 5 or 10 minutes before the time they would close. Giving the time restraints we called a few places just to make sure we were going to be fine. The first place we called was restaurant "El Gaucho", they said they close at 9 pm every day and they take orders till 845 pm. Since it was 842 or 843 pm they said to look for another restaurant as they were not taking us. Then, we moved to the next place we found on Google, that place was Patagonia. Although they also closed at 9 pm we thought we were unlikely going to be accepted, but the hostess on the phone said that they were going to accommodate us, she just asked if we knew what we wanted to that they could get started as the kitchen was about to close. Since we knew what we wanted to order we could order on the phone, making things easier for everyone. We got there exactly at 9 pm, we sat down, got a soda and a glass of wine and by the time we got the drink the food was already there, just out of the grill. Timing was beyond perfect, it could not get any better. We got a parrillada for 2, but indeed, the food that comes with it its for 2 big eaters, to be honest this would have been more than enough for 3 average eaters. The cuts were really tender and flavorfull, without significant fat pockets. It was really tasty, similar to the parrilladas you would get in good restaurants in Argentina. It came with 2 or 3 different steaks; flank steak, skirt steak and short ribs. The parrillada came also with corn on the cob, chorizo and morcilla as well as a side of fries . We also got 2 empanadas to start with and for dessert we got an alfajor (we were stuffed but we could not leave without trying a dessert). Overall we were were happy, I am Argentinian so I can definitely appreciate a good quality parrillada and it's not that living away from home for 25 years made me forget the standards I developed when I lived in Argentina. I was happy with the food, the generous servings we got along with the fair prices we paid and mostly with the fact that i could proudly show a Mexican friend how good the Argentinian parrilladas are. A few years ago I visited Mexico and they proudly took me to different places to try Mexico's best cuisine and I ended up getting nothing but their finest. Now, despite the limited options Tijuana has I was still able to catch up and get them to sample some of Argentinian's best beef. I could not be happier with the overall experiene at Patagonia in Rosarito.

Enjoyed this restaurant! Due to the outstanding reviews on Yelp, decided to trek on down from the…read moreSan Diego border to Rosarito to check this spot out. Patagonia is located right in the heart of downtown Rosarito, within a short walking distance of the beach and well-known Papas & Beer nightclub. Was slightly hard to find at first, though there is a small red sign from the storefronts on main street (Hwy 1) indicating where the restaurant is. The restaurant is actually located in a charming garden court slightly off the main street, co-located with a few other restaurants and shops. Got to the restaurant a little before 1:30 pm on a Friday, not too long after they opened for the day. Only one other set of customers was there at the time so I was able to be seated immediately. Was surprised by how small the spot is, almost felt like you were walking into someone's home rather than a restaurant, though I very much appreciated the old-school, "homey" feel and decor. 4-5 tables inside, another 4-5 tables outside, with the kitchen right in the front of the restaurant where you can see all the food being prepared. A couple of cats randomly roaming around the restaurant also added to the charm, LOL. Seems to be a family-owned restaurant judging from the size, decor, and the fact that the waiter who took my order was also helping in the kitchen. The waiter who greeted me spoke pretty good English so language barrier was no issue. I ordered the 16 oz grilled ribeye steak (Bife Patagonia), which comes with your choice of french fries (which I chose) or salad. There's not an extensive drink list here - mostly some wines, sangria, juices, and water - so I just went with some mineral water rather than the usual beer I would get at this type of restaurant. A few minutes after ordering they waiter brought out a few pieces of complimentary bread with homemade sauces. Small portioned, but very tasty! They then brought out the french fries before bringing out the steak, which I thought was a little odd (these are typically brought out at the same time), but wasn't a problem for me. The ribeye was very well-portioned, juicy, and damn good. Wouldn't say it's up there with the best I've ever had, or even the best I've had in Mexico, but it was good. At 695 pesos (~$35 dollars) I thought it was great value relative to comparable steakhouses both in Mexico and the U.S. Altogether with the 2 mineral waters I ordered (50 pesos each), my total bill came out to 795 pesos (~40) which was actually much less than I was expecting to pay going in. Patagonia does accept credit cards and they have their own free wi-fi. While most people who go to steakhouses like this dress up nicely, there is no dress code here. I was very casually dressed when I went here, as was the waiter and all the other workers who were there at the time. Very charming restaurant with good food at a great price! Definitely recommend checking out at least once if you happen to be in the area!

I first came here two years ago with friends. I was inviting a group of five, so I decided to order…read morethe parillada. This dish is more of a grill served at our table, and it came with a variety of meats: various beef cuts as well as sausages. For dessert, I had the flan, which was slightly sweeter than I usually have them, but it was delicious. We were sat at a larger table on the second floor, which felt like being back home in my dining room. It was semi-private, which was nice. This time around, I came with the girlfriend. After driving for 30 minutes from TJ's Zona Rio, we arrived at this fine restaurant in Rosarito. Parking was along the main avenue, at the front of the building. We walked in, and we were sat on the first floor. I ordered steak, medium, as did the girlfriend. Our sides were garden salad, and cheese fondue. I ordered some coffee and lemonade on mineral water, which were both okay. Our dessert was an order of empanadas. I liked the beef empanadas the best, followed by the ones with cheese. Personally, I prefer the parillada over the individual steak plate, but both hit the spot well. This is a decent Argentinian grill in the city of Rosarito. Come check them out.

Love to bring friends and family here. It's a family favorite. Great steaks. Like to sit upstairsread more

It took us years of going to Rosarito, and staying three blocks from Urban Pirate Burger before we…read moreactually tried it. After all, who goes to Mexico for a burger? But after we'd been down there often enough that only eating street food was a novelty, and when some of our favorite local places were closed, we finally gave it a try. My wife and I love food, and eat a lot of it everywhere, so I don't say this lightly--their onion rings are as good as any we've had anywhere. Neither of us can think of a place with better onion rings, which is impressive for a food truck in Mexico. We also LOVE their fried shrimp, and their fried fish is pretty dang good as well. As the burgers go, I love the one with mushrooms on it (don't accidentally order the one that is ONLY a portobello mushroom, unless you don't want meat!), and the bacon burger is also pretty great. My wife loves the fries as well, though I'm not as big of a fan. They also allow dogs (including random street dogs, which is a very Mexico thing, so be aware), which is important to us. They also are co-located with a beer garden that has fire pits, when they are open. Which is also our biggest criticism, which almost led me to grade this place a 4 instead of a 5. They often claim to be open until 8 or even 9 when you ask them earlier in the day, and their official Yelp page says 7, but we have gone there at 645 and very sadly found them closed, so I recommend you go there at lunch when the sign is up, or closer to 6 than 7. And as far as the neighboring beer garden goes... I absolutely never depend on them being open.

You will not find a better burger anywhere! Not sure where he buys his meat but it is top quality!…read moreThen he puts two slices of thick bacon & cheese, on top two large fresh onion rings which are fresh and Crispy. Then a nice thick slice of tomatoes and thin slices of red onion. To top it off it I served with thick potatoes fries and a nice mayo spicy sauce on the side.I have not found a better burger even in the states! He also has shrimp Hawaian burgers. It's a food truck surrounded by other types of food/beer trucks. Has lots of tables. Right next to restaurant that has a sign of a little pig. Love this place!

Food: 3/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 4/5 Parking: 3/5 Family friendly: 4/5 Stroller friendly: 3/5 ADA accessible: 3/5 We came with 12 people for dinner on a Saturday night was seated pretty quickly. The service here is pretty good. Drinks were decent too. My only gripe was the food orders. I ordered a cowboy cut steak ($650 mxn pesos) which came with mash potatoes and roasted veggies. I ordered it medium, but it was rubbery and a bit bland. Not sure if the quality the meat rationalized the price. I got that same answer from other people in our group. However, the Mexican food my father in law and kids ordered were on par. Even though this is a steakhouse, not sure if I'd order another one. But only time will tell. Maybe I'll just have to order a different cut of steak. Parking is mainly street, but there is also a parking lot with about 5 spots. If you're in the area give it a try. Buen provecho!

Delicious aguachiles ! Definitely recommend this place, the cowboy steak was also good but the…read moreaguachiles were my favorite

Quickly yelped a place to eat that was nearby and Chamuyo popped up. My husband and I stopped in,…read morewe did not need a reservation - this was a Saturday evening over Memorial Day weekend. We were greeted immediately and offered indoor or outdoor seating. We opted to eat outdoors. A tiny regret as smoking is allowed and people were smoking. But they soon left so not too much of a bother. We started by ordering drinks - they have a full bar. My husband ordered a double tequila & I ordered a Paloma. Not too strong or too weak, just perfectly prepared. My husband ordered the Chamuyo Shrimp U10, and I ordered the Rib Eye Center Cut Steak- medium well. Both came with a side of the criolla salad. The food, ambiance, and service was great. There was also about 30 minutes of live music by a duo performing son jarocho. Not sure if that's the proper phrasing but it was a nice treat. I'm not sure if they are regular performers or they just happened to be there that day. Overall a great dining experience to celebrate our 10 year anniversary.

This is a must restaurant every time we visit El Valle with the family. The meat quality is…read moreexcellent and their customer service is always on point. We have a great experience every time we dine and the asado comes with a full bottle that never disappoints. If you are a meat lover this is definitely the place for you.

Located in the same parking lot as Betuccini's Pizzeria & Trattoria, this steakhouse is open for…read morebreakfast, lunch and dinner. It has an extensive menu and a large dining area that is sectioned off in "corrals". It is an old western, charro decor complete with saddles and split rail fencing inside. The bar is only about 4 seats wide and has a table for those who wish to eat in the bar. As you walk through the building, it is hard not to notice the tons of firewood stacked everywhere that is destined to be used to cook your meal. In sampling the new operations menu, we found that the best pick was the Prime Rib which even at $20 after the peso exchange rate was a damn good meal. Dinner comes with excellent chips and some great salsas, a fresh, cold salad, your entree with baked potato and some beans straight from the pot. English is really not spoken by the staff, so it would help if you boned up on your restaurant Spanglish. The exchange rate offered by the restaurant was quite low, so pack a few pesos before going here. HIPSTER WARNING - NO CREDIT CARDS. Even though the place is named Angus Beef, most of the cuts (except the Prime Rib) are nowhere near prime or even choice. Over a few nights of visiting, I did notice some prime heifers on the hoof (local eye candy) at the bar and the dining room.

The atmosphere gets a 5 for sure- the rustic decor and intimate ambiance was really great. But the…read moreservice was hit or miss. The service was really great at first, but then my waiter disappeared forever. When I finished eating, he passed me like 5 times making eye contact each time but never stopped to see if I needed anything. I would have ordered dessert, but instead I went to the front desk to chase down a different waiter (mine was nowhere to be seen) To get my check. And the food gets a 2-3. The steak was severely undercooked, the baked potato was very small, and the sangria was from a mix and had no fruit in it. The guacamole and cheese appetizer was very good though. But all in all, there are better places nearby.

Went to La Hoguera yesterday. That address on Yelp had not been updated since they moved in March…read moreof 2025. The new location is beautiful. We went on a rainy night and still everything was wonderful. They are very family friendly. Even have a separate play area. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The service was outstanding. Elias was our server. He was great. The steaks were first rate. They make the salsa and guacamole made to order at the table side.

Absolutely the best restaurant in Ensenada. Love the guacamole made to our liking at our table…read more Margaritas are so good and the meat is cooked to perfection. Staff are so welcoming and provide excellent service. 10 stars plus

Ya no existe este lugar. Fuimos hasta el establecimiento con tanta hambre y nos dijeron que lo…read morehabían cerrado.

Dinner with the founder, William, of Parrillero130 in Ensenada. Two years into his restaurant, his…read morepassion anchors the new Plaza Contenedores, providing to customers delicious steaks from Sonora accompanied by heart stopping views of oceanfront sunsets. William's talented team will take the juicy fat from your steaks at the end of the meal, making you delicious taquitos to top off a memorable meal. This founder takes excellent care of his staff, evident in his procurement process. William orders for all his staff. They eat what they create and they eat together. They're a heck of a team and they made this meal a memorable one.

OMFG! Seriously the BEST food in Rosarito / Popotla / Puerto Nuevo / Ensenada. Salmon was amazing…read moreand hand made ceasar salad dressing at your table?! WHAT THE F?! Yeah cool to watch and even better to eat. Drinks...who loves stuff on fire? I DO! So when I can get a Mexican coffee that looks like it belongs in a night club in Vegas, you better believe I'm going to drink it. If you haven't eaten here you are 100% missing out.

From the owner: Great service, great ambiance, great foodread more