If you only had 5 meals left, where would you go?
Can't wait to hear all about everyone's faves!
Can't wait to hear all about everyone's faves!
I'd grab 5 burritos at Reggie's, and go fishin. Nowadays they have at least 5 kinds so that counts, right?If you only had 5 meals left, where would you go?
Roberto said:1. Max's across the street from the Sol hotel at the end of Calle 13.
2. Hacienda Las Fuentes on Fremont Blvd.
3. Portofino just at the entrance to the Old Port before you go down the hill.
4. Capones on Sinaloa
5. Harry's Bar in Venice Italy !!
fasteddy said:1. Pollo Lucas
2. Rosy's
3. Mary's
4. Capones
5. Fish Market to get my own seafood
MIRAMAR said:Oops, missed Thrifty Ice Cream Choco-Crunch in a Waffle cone.
Ladyjeeper said:Portofino's-yummy steak with avocado cream
Ramon's- all you can eat fish and chips on Friday nights-yummy
Chon's hot dogs on Constitucion- gooey yummy
Bryan's on Friday night for Prime Rib mmmmmmmm
Capones-Pizza!
Kenny said:I'd grab 5 burritos at Reggie's, and go fishin. Nowadays they have at least 5 kinds so that counts, right?
AZ ROB said:Way to many choices to pick just 5 so I kinda had to break it up
no specific order
Breakfeast
Lolita 2, Max's, Coffe haus, Nelly's, The new place on same street as Camel Toe but north in a house Can't remember the name but great folks.
Dinner if out and about
Fuentes, Blue Marlin, Capones, Portifino, The Point.
Dinner if staying close to home
Sonoran Grille, Mar Blue, Chef Mickeys (great thursday all you can eat pasta cheap), Ramons (at the sea)
Favorite dinner
stop at fish market get some clams, Scallops, Shrimp, Flounder, Asparagus when in season.
Stop and get some steaks at meat market, grab some squash and zucinni and jalapenos and tomatos
Go see Fernando at Tequilla factory get a nice bottle of anejo
Grab a few beers
chop veggies and throw in a pot with some liquid
walk to my patio at the sea and throw all the other food on the grille
drink a beer and a shot and watch the sun set over Baja with my wife family and friends there with me enjoying the best meal in Rocky Point.
AZ ROB said:Gringa all you have to do is be at the right place at the right time..
rockyptjoe said:1. Max's for breakfast...the only place in town that has eggs benedict that I know of
2. BooBar for lunch....large shrimp cocktail (Mexican style)
3. MAry's for dinner.....seafood soup cooked in aluminum foil
4. Dinner alternate....Ramon's (the old place...haven't tried the new location)
5. Oyster farm....bring your own beer.....oysters on the half shell, and/or ceviche
If trying to impress someone....dinner at the Lighthouse or El Capitan....at sunset....and not for the food!!!
ernesto said:1 Mar Blu
2 Mickeys
3 Marys
4 Ramons
5 Chinos
Bosty said:1. La Curva
2. Flavios
3. La Curva
4. Friendly Dolphin
5. La Curva
Dezracer said:1. Yoles
2. Rosys
3. Polla Lucas
4. Fish Taco
5. Portofino's
Ladyjeeper said:Hey Rob,
Do you and Michelle want to host the next forum potluck?
Ladyjeeper said:Hey Rob,
Do you and Michelle want to host the next forum potluck?
gringa said:These are great, Joe! Thanks so much! Have always wondered abt Lighthouse or El Capitan, from a good perspective and now we know!
Ladyjeeper said:Hey Rob,
Do you and Michelle want to host the next forum potluck?
gringa said:.....are they able to accomodate larger parties (like 10-12 people) and if so, do they need advance notice, or do ya just show up?
rockyptjoe said:BTW....for those Max's lovers.....he and his wife have the restaurant at the Sonoran Spa.....but not serving breakfasts yet. They had a 16 oz. prime rib dinner on Friday night (I think it was $9.95)....but didn't have a chance to check it out.
rockyptjoe said:The food is not bad at either the Lighthouse or El Capitan....the last time I ate at the Lighthouse, it had a smaller menu....but the view at sunset makes up for any slight limitations!!! The parking is also limited up there......
InkaRoads said:I've gone many times without calling with large groups and there was no problem but here is the number for Ramon's (638)388-53621 or cell (638)112-0350, if calling from USA dial 011-52 before the area code (638)
I've heard that the Lighthouse will be closed thru March, however I have not been able to verify, their fish filet in Mango sauce is delis!!!
gringa said:we have been wanting to try Capones, too, but never seem to think Pizza when we are in RP.
moore_rb said:There is WAY more to try at Al Capones than just Pizza (although the shrimp pizza is the BOMB) They have awesome fish and pasta dishes.
If you can handle some heat, try their Shrimp Caribe (which is a whole Caribe pepper stuffed with shrimp, onion and garlic and topped with cheese) -These things are like Russian Roulette- sometimes they are mild and mellow, and sometimes they are insanely hot.
gringa said:If you only had 5 meals left, where would you go?
Can't wait to hear all about everyone's faves!
El Gato said:Where has La Cita now located? We used to go there everytime we were down here (well, in the 40's/50's etc. there weren't a whole lot of places to go). They had the most wonderful shrimp coctails - twenty-five cents and you got an old milk shake sized glass full of the big blues fresh off the boats. Had my first dellish bite of Pollo Mole there - been hooked ever since (Ramons has great Pollo Mole). And they had great breakfasts - most of the fishermen would gather there before taking off for the days fishing. Seemed like it was on the corner in late 40's and then moved to the street that ran down to the dock - hard getting old, memories run into each other.
Ladyjeeper said:Glad to know that RPLarry
Rick, Tacos Brisas (or Chessy, I can't remember,) on the corner of Sinaloa and Simon Morua have the best sonoran papa. They cost 6 bucks but I made 3 meals out of it. And you've seen me! You know I can eat!!!! LOL!
rplarry said:Yes, Tacos Brisas has a meal they call Papas Rellenos (sp?) It consists of potatoes steamed in foil with butter, then covered with tons of carne asada, freshly grilled green chile strips and then topped with an amazing Mexican cheese. Everything is wrapped up in foil and then heated over hot coals. It does cost $6, however it seems to weigh about 2 lbs and can make a few meals or easily can be split with someone else. One of our favorite dishes in Penasco!
PintoPoint said:What ever happened to the taco shop around the corner from Super Ley? I use to love there tacos california with the roasted chiles and there Sonoran Papa's.
Rick
Cholla Bay
rockyptjoe said:Do they still have Drunken Shrimp on the menu? Haven't been in there in ages....but the service was always good....even when the main room was packed with one of the tour buses.....
rplarry said:Gringa, obviously a lot of great opinions. Many varied of course, however that to me shows how many good options there are to eat out (or take in) in Penasco.
For my wife & I (and most of our friends who come down), we like the following:
1) La Curva - never once have had a bad meal there. (Have probably eaten there at least 100+ times) In fact, have always had great meals at La Curva whether we dine in or call our order in to go. Service and friendliness is probably as good as you can get in Penasco. Most of the staff have worked at the restaurant for 10, 15 years +. Their Mexican food is probably the best in Rocky Point, especially if you like traditional Sonoran style , and their seafood is always excellent and tasty as well. (It is funny to me to see the "haters" of La Curva. Just don't get it.) Food is always quick, of high quality, and really tasty. Can't go wrong with breakfast lunch or dinner! And, I vouch for La Curva having the best Margarita's in town. Ask for Norma to be you server.
2) Capone's - their pizza is fantastic. Usually order with xtra sauce and well done. Their chef has put together a very good menu of high quality and varied dishes as well. (The crab cakes are awesome.) In fact, if you have a favorite dish which is not even on the menu and would like to request it, he will make it from scratch for you if he has the ingredients available. He is very creative and loves to 'tinker' with different dishes.
3) Tacos Brisas - the best taco shop in Rocky Point, hands down. They have other items besides tacos and their Papa Rellenos is a can't miss. Their carne is not grisly at all and is a really, good quality beef. Owners (one being Gama) are super good guys, 3rd generation from Penasco. We have always had great meals there. They will also cater to your house or private function and do a bang up job.
4) Lapa Lapa - don't hear many comments about Lapa Lapa, however this restaurant is down on the melecon and has a great ambiance, actually one of the best in the evening, as well as a 2nd story ocean view. Food has always been solid. (Would recommend a bit of 'steering' on how you want your drinks made however. Sometime a little sweet) All in all, a great location, cool atmosphere, and food has always been good to us.
5) Mare Blu or Portifino - both have really great food, with totally different atmosphere's. The Mare Blu out on Sandy Beach is really cool if you can hit it at sunset. It sits right on the sand.
***** HONORABLE MENTION (could substitute a few of these for the above 1-5, given a different mood or change of scenery) :
* Boo Bar - great place, comfortable, friendly and has great tv's for sports, etc. Probably the best burger in town (but am open to suggestions as I don't usually eat burgers when down in Rocky Point)
* El Capitan - on the point & up by the lighthouse. Hands down, the most amazing views in all of Rocky Point. Cannot beat going to Capitan' for a drink and/or appetizer at sunset and then heading home to cook or off to your favorite restaurant. In years past, El Capitan's food has been 'hit or miss', however the past few times when we have ordered dinner, it has been very good. And, their margaritas are excellent as well (definitely not weak)
* Mary's - really good shrimp, scallop & flounder tacos, as well as one of the best shrimp cocktails. On the water, friendly staff... great place
* Reggie's - I agree with Kenny here. Those burrito's are very good, and so easy to get them to go and get to fishing. For a quick meal on the run, can't beat Reggie's 8/12.
* La Cita Cafe - would put this towards the top of my list if they hadn't closed down for 10 years and then re-opened & relocated from the Melecon area to further into town. This is the oldest restaurant in Penasco, with the original owners dating back to 1948. The menu is virtually the exact same as it has always been. Nothing beats a La Cita breakfast of Mexican Style eggs, fresh squeezed orange juice, etc. Their shredded beef tacos, burritos, etc or the shredded beef (machaca/jerky) added to the eggs is always very good as well. Known for their green salsa.
* Brother's Pizza - very good sandwich's & salads. Have not had their pizza but it looked very good while we were there. Seems to have a steady stream of customers, both American and local
* Sombrero's on Calle 13 - when all else fails and you need an "Mexican Denny's fix", this is the place. Open 24/7, their food is typically pretty consistent, nice inside & refrigerated, beer of draft, etc. Not the best 'cuisine' in Rocky Point necessarily, but a nice option when everyone else is closed. ( be careful of the all night riff-raff that sometimes 'lingers' on Calle 13 though)
That's my 2 cents. I guess I'm stickin' to it...
rockyptjoe said:BTW....for those Max's lovers.....he and his wife have the restaurant at the Sonoran Spa.....but not serving breakfasts yet. They had a 16 oz. prime rib dinner on Friday night (I think it was $9.95)....but didn't have a chance to check it out.
gringa said:If you only had 5 meals left, where would you go?
Can't wait to hear all about everyone's faves!
Aussie8 said:I forgot to mention....Glen the Chef, won the Best Restaurant Award for his cooking and Customer service at his Restaurant in Thailand....he will do the same in Rocky Point too....His Restaurant is BYO....big savings too...check him out at www.friesandthai.com....you will be surprised...make sure to book otherwise you will wait for a seat...
ben21 said:Capone's is best food, Casa de Capitan best view, Taco stand about half way up calle 13 on the north side that is open 24hrs has great tacos
mondone said:What happened to this place, O of B?
rockyptjoe said:Anyone that's a regular on here has seen my posts about Capones....two of the owners (Johnny & Derek) are complete jerks, nasty SOB's! And I will only go there if I'm meeting someone who does enjoy the place....but....the prices are ridiculous (particularly the pizzas), the service can be veeeeeeery slow.....typical sports bar.....you can find plenty of places that have better food in Penasco!