Jacumba, Ca.
Long Shadow is really quite the amazing place…read moreto visit not only because their food is superb, but also the casual outdoor desert ambiance. The food alone is five star worthy and it's a special treat to be able to be there and enjoy the experience.
Ok, here is a summary of the dishes we tried:
Chicken Quesadilla- this item is probably the most bang for your buck. It will fill you up for only $22. Not even on the same gourmet level as the other menu choices, nevertheless it is good.
Fries- excellent non greasy and nicely cooked, with notes of potatoes.
Fruit Bowl- very nice and refreshing fresh fruit chunks with surprise additions of jacima and cucumber that actually work!
Avocado Toast-great bread, lots of nicely sliced perfectly ripe avocado, a good breakfast portion.
Ricotta Toast- Great presentation as well as being a great breakfast. The Cara Cara Oranges on top really make this dish.
Elote: No doubt, the best elote I've had. Exceeds the Mexican versions by leaps and bounds.
Quesadilla Flor de Calabaza-Simply delicious and beautiful. The squash blossoms are very subtle but the other ingredients make for an exceptional dish.
Watermelon Gazpacho- Really a burst of many flavors, this complex cold soup will not disappoint. An amazing way to start a meal.
Pozole- I loved this soup. The hominy remains firm, and there is lots of pork shoulder in there.
Imperial Caesar-This is a good variation of a true Caesar because the anchovy taste is carried forward by the bread crumbs. Great dressing, everything was fresh.
French Toast- A fabulous creation that surprisingly was not too sweet. Beautiful presentation, marvelous flavors.
Spring Vegetable Potato Hash- A hearty breakfast that features perfectly cooked buttered potato's, squash, peppers and onions with a side of avocado.
Bacon- The bacon here is really good, it is thick and meaty with spot on taste and aroma.
Steak and Eggs- You get a rather decent portion of their amazing steak. Eggs cooked perfect of course.
Carnitas Tacos- A nice pool side snack, not very large but tasty.
Guacamole- Another good pool side snack, their version is creative and very tasty. Chips were not greasy, thank you,
Market Fish- Red Snapper was really well presented and quite delicious. A bit small for $55. Nicely spiced!
Jacumba Ribeye- one of the best steaks I've had. Unexpected tenderness from a rib eye, on par with a loin steak. Flavor was amazing and very "Steak". Well trimmed, no fat or gristle.
Poblano Burger- I would come back here just for this burger, it's right up there with the best of the premium burgers. Forget the trendy smash burger BS, this burger is an inch thick and cooked all the way through at a perfect medium, as I requested. The patty is juicy and very flavorful yet the bun hold up well to the end. The bun is also not overly fluffy, you get the taste of meat, not bread. I could not decide fries or salad so the server brought out both.
Harissa Carrots- Wow, these are wonderful. I never thought I'd rave on about carrots but here we are. Served on a bed of delicious humus this dish is just outstanding.
Fideo de Cameron-very nice sized shrimp that are excellent, accompanied by a great sauced pasta.
Tabouleh- This serving brings forth new flavors to a typically boring side.
Churraco Taco- Vanilla bean ice cream in a chocolate waffle taco. Creative and delicious.
Profiterol- A delicious an beautiful version of a cream puff but so much more.
Affogato- very good, but I would not order it unless the server is Richard. He knows how to use the espresso machine, apparently the others do not. Unless it is Richard DO NOT ORDER A LATTE! It will be weak and tasteless.
The juices are fresh and carefully crafted,
The zero proof drinks are all pretty awesome concoctions by the talented bar tender.
Be sure to ask for a fly fan, we used two, you may need three. The flies are not a problem when the misters are on.