Gypsy Jan - 8-7-2012 at 07:36 PM
From baja.com
By Tom Gatch
"For many, there is probably no culinary aroma on the planet more alluring than that of prime meat roasting on a grill over glowing coals.
It is a smell capable of touching a primal nerve that harkens all the way back to the cave.
And, if the fire below happens to be made from quality Baja mesquite it will quickly become a naturally seasoned feast that will require virtually no
additional condiments to bring out its full flavor.
But however simple that combination may be, El Nido, which is Spanish for 'the nest', has artfully used those two basic components to carve out a
reputation as one of the finest and most popular steak and game houses in Baja California.
With locations in Rosarito Beach, San Felipe, and Loreto, El Nido, has also become one of the most prominent of such restaurant groups on the entire
peninsula.
Owner, Domingo Perez, has been in the restaurant business for over 40 years. He and his family have always taken extreme pride in the high quality of
food served at there restaurants.
In fact, they even have their own organic ranching operation that provides their guests with plump, tasty rabbit and juicy venison steaks (not to
mention their specialty, quail, which might reflect upon the name 'The Nest') to help augment with tender beef that they acquire from top producers on
the Mexico mainland.
From the moment you walk into the dining room, the captivating aromas, subdued lighting and homey atmosphere sets the groundwork for a great meal to
come.
You may even choose to kick start your private fiesta with a frosty margarita to go along with the crisp, freshly made tortilla chips and authentic
salsa de casa brought to your table by a member of their attentive wait staff prior to the arrival of the soup, which is accompanied by a fresh plate
of chopped cilantro, white onions and delightfully grilled serrano chilis. Want to see how tortillas are made by hand?
This is the place.
The generously portioned meals here are reasonably priced, and also include hearty, homemade bean soup, fresh green salad, baked potato and all the
fresh tortillas and zesty salsa you can eat.
El Nido restaurants offer full bar service and if you like, the festive strains of strolling mariachis is also on hand to help enhance the dining
experience.
All El Nidos are conveniently located; the Rosarito eatery has the added advantage of being within walking distance of the Rosarito Beach Hotel,
vacation rentals, and near a fun shopping mercado!
Be sure to arrive with cash on hand, however, because no credit cards are accepted."
Locations:
Rosarito Beach (BCN) - Benito Juarez Blvd. #67 Phone: MX. (661) 612-1430
San Felipe (BCN) - Mar de Cortez #348 Phone: MX. (686) 577-1028
Loreto (BCS) - Calle Salvatierra #154 Phone: MX. (613) 135-2445
willardguy - 8-7-2012 at 07:56 PM
full of tourists and surly waiters (from your review of tapanco a couple months back)
Yes, That Was My Experience
Gypsy Jan - 8-7-2012 at 08:03 PM
Some years ago.
Perhaps things have changed for the better.
willardguy - 8-7-2012 at 08:21 PM
jan, I certainly don't mean any disrespect, living here in rosarito im always looking for your restaurant reviews, YOUR restaurant reviews.
El Nido is a Great Restarant
Gypsy Jan - 8-7-2012 at 08:34 PM
But, if you want the same experience at better prices without the tourist invasion:
Go to Tapanco, about six miles south of Rosarito on the free road.
Or, go to La Estancia in Rosarito, one or two blocks past Waldo's 99 cent. Turn left at the waterfall and they are halfway down to the beach.
dtbushpilot - 8-7-2012 at 11:24 PM
I always eat at Domingo's in Loreto, sometimes I alter my trip just so that I can overnight there for their carne asada especial and a margarita. I
always buy a song or two from the mariachis as well.....dt
[Edited on 8-8-2012 by dtbushpilot]
capt. mike - 8-8-2012 at 08:34 AM
the one in Loreto was closed for years. So - did they reopen?
we loved it in 1983
durrelllrobert - 8-8-2012 at 08:45 AM
What? A restaurant review by a guy that writes fishing reports 
gallesram - 8-8-2012 at 10:46 AM
The one in Loreto changed its name to Domingo's Place but there's no difference between it and the other El Nido locations. We have always had a
great meal there and have yet to encounter any surly waiters (maybe we're just lucky). I have always been impressed with the quality & quantity
of the food.
BAJA.DESERT.RAT - 8-8-2012 at 12:36 PM
on my way north and south over the years, i always stopped and had a great meal in their restaurant.
it was el nido but was change a few years ago to domingo's.
the last time i ate there, i was escorted to the back where they have another room which may be an enclosed and covered outdoor area ? first time for
me and very nice.
no surly waiters ever here, just good food and service.
BIEN SALUD, DA RAT