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Tifosi
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Good sit down restaurant in Ensenada?
Ok, I'm a roadside food junkie, so sit down places in Ensenada are unknown to me. I am going down this Friday with some friends and wanted to try
something different than my regulars (El Pique, Tacos Fenix). Can someone recommend a few reasonable places ($20 or so per person) that has a good
atmosphere and serves great food. Someplace that has both surf and turf for the varying tastes of our group. Even a place in wine country would be
good as we might go tasting on Saturday.
Thanks .... Tifosi
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vacaenbaja
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I don't know if the pricing structure fits , but El Rey Sol on the main street in Ensenada for
French Mexican Cuisine. Las Caszuelas where the road takes a turn seems to be popular amongts locals.
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bajasammy
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If you don't mind driving out near Estero Beach, Mario's Restaurant is one of our favorites (reviewed by Bajabound in the Restaurant Review Section).
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BajaNomad
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Admittedly my recent trips to/through Ensenada have included stops at Tacos Fenix and Mariscos Bahia Ensenada or Mariscos Playa Azul... so, I haven't
been here in a while - and assume, but don't know if they're still open.... but it fits with what you described you desired:
La Embotelladora Vieja
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bent-rim
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Across the street of the northern end of the Bahia Hotel is a pretty decent sit down restaurant with steak and seafood. It has a decent wine list.
It might be a little pricier than the amount you listed. I just can't remember the name of the place. The Bahia Hotel is located at Boulevard
Costero y Lopez. Don't eat at the Bahia.
[Edited on 11-29-2007 by bent-rim]
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bajamigo
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Restaurant 623 near Revolucion Square. May be more than 20 bucks, but it isn't Laja-range.
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larry
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My highest recommendation goes to Mariscos Bahia Ensenada, on Riveroll just off Lopez Mateos. The atmosphere is nothing special, but the service is
very good and the food is great: try the camaron, pulpo y calamar al ajo. Only seafood here.
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bajaguy
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There are several in Ensenada. Las Casulezas on Gen Agusto Sanguines. next to Donna Donuts, just up from the navy base, they also have a second
location behind the GM dealership on Costero - great for breakfast; Marios is always good, near the Estero Beach Hotel; if you want to drive to
manedero, Los Mocajholtes (???) is good. try dos hermanos for carnitas or chicken, or if you want to eat in, get a chicken with extras at Pollo
Titlitlan, both on highway 1 at the Estero Beach turn. looking for coffee, try D'Volada on Highway 1. If you want an upscale dinner, Sano's is the
best. By the Hotel Coral.
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajaguy
Donna Donuts |
That would, of course, be Tutti Donas. Best Apple Fritters in the whole world.
Good choice, Terry.
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bacquito
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I recently ate at the Najranjadas on the Tacate hwy. east of San Antonio de Las Minas and enjoyed it. Also, there is Heliothis (spelling? it is Greek
for Abalone)) that is east of Cazuelas, on the same road as Cazuelas (Gen. Augusto Sanguines) but you cross Reforma hwy. and it is on the left. When I
ate there it was great service, great seafood and somewhat pricey!
But frankly I really give most of my business to La Pollera lady on Ave. Zertuche and I eat tacos on Ave. Costero- I think it is called Mr. Taco.
Another place you might consider and also on Ave. Costero is called Pampas. It is new. I ate at Pampas in Mexicalli and enjoyed it. As I recalled the
price per person was about $16.00-$25.00.
Enjoy!!
bacquito
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Gypsy Jan
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Las Tortugas
on Blvd. Lopez Mateos, near Riveroli.
Very clean and attractive, offering American and Mexican breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
They take credit cards, including AMEX.
P.S. the family that operates the restaurant are very warm and friendly and the staff reflects that attitude.
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Sallysouth
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OK, go to Estero Beach.You will not have an experience like this in all of the area(IMHO) You are sitting outside, overlooking a gorgoeus bay, to the
west, watching the sunset, right over Punta Banda. The ambience and service is very good and the Mexican Combo is to die for.If you want a just so so
place, then stop on the road.For a truely memorable dinner, follow the signs,about 6 miles south of Ensenada, it is located in a huge bay that is an
estuary and has an amazing aura and feeling about it.Hey, it was my home for many years and when i go there the magic is still there.Yummy food and
Great Margis!
Happiness is just a Baja memory away...
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rpleger
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The Joker use to have great steaks.
On the interstate, south of town.
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bajabound2005
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623 for sure! Not a typical restaurant. Very New York in appearance and menu. Lots of glass, very modern. Menu is definitely fusion. Last night
we had swordfish steamed in banana leaves and it was outstanding (as were the other things we had). Excellent wine list at fair prices and they serve
the wine in beautiful stemware. Service is a 10. You can most certainly get a fine meal for $20 a person including wine and dessert. There is
something on the menu to please everyone: chicken, fish, beef, pasta and wood-fired pizza!
On Moctezuma #623, downtown Ensenada. Plenty of street parking and someone there to keep an eye on the clientele's vehicles.
Friends don't let friends drink white zinfandel.
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Tifosi
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Great!!! Lots of fantastic suggestions, just what I expected from this family of Nomads! Thank you!! I now have several places to choose from and
only wish I had more then a few days to try them all. I let you all know which we ended up at and how it was.
Keep 'em coming, there might be one yet to be listed!
Thank you .... Tifosi
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Minnow
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The only place I consider for a fine meal in Ensenada is Las Rocas. Great food, Great service, and I consider the prices very reasonable. Shhhhhhh.
Don't tell BB200? though.
Proud husband of a legal immigrant.
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tripledigitken
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I've heard they have an Applebee's now in Ensenada!
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bajaguy
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and a Dairy Queen and a Subways and a Pipers Pizza and a Starbucks............
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sylens
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and "thai food." 
in the food court of macroplaza del mar (where home depot and the cineplex are) there is a place that claims it is serving thai food. 
it is to thai what taco bell is to mexican.
btw the absolute best is 623. minnow, give it a try. i guarantee you'll agree. when you're in town, give me a call and we'll treat you and your
lovely wife to convince you
lili
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bajaguy
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Lili.....I am REALLY unconvinced!!!!!!!!.......
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