Great Mexican Food
I grew up on good Mexican food in Pueblo, Colorado, so I feel I can recognize the real thing when I run into it. This noon I had a Chimechanga (sp?) at Taqueria El Calantano that was the best I have eaten since I had my first one in Holman, Arizona at a place called Los Compadres. That was many years ago and I've been searching for one as good ever since. Today I found it. The wrapping was light, crispy and cooked to perfection and the filling was well seasoned but not too spicy. WONDERFUL!!! Prices were very reasonable for this area and the service was excellent. My wife, Betty's, meal was just as good as mine. This place is a little out of the way but worth the trip if you want good, authentic Mexican food. It is between here and Freeport on Hwy 331. As you go toward Freeport it is on the right hand side of the road about half way there. I spoke to the owner,complimenting him on the food, and asked him how was business. His reply was, "I think I chose the wrong location." I certainly hope he makes it and for all you SoWallers who like really good Mexican food, I suggest you give it a try. I feel sure you will not be disappointed.
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Beach Fanatic
It is sad that they will be closing sometime, but like noted earlier, they're still not sure.
SWGB
Tripe/Boy Band... Is there supposed to be a difference?
Just saw an opening and went for it. ;-)
SoWal Expert
Last time I went, a guy at our table ordered the cow tongue, and said it was his favorite. He orders it every time.
Beach Fanatic
Last time I went, a guy at our table ordered the cow tongue, and said it was his favorite. He orders it every time.
I didn't know Gene Simmons was in town...
Beach Fanatic
Just saw an opening and went for it. ;-)Take it to the lounge buddy!
SWGB
Last time I went, a guy at our table ordered the cow tongue, and said it was his favorite. He orders it every time.
Tongue is actually very good, it tastes like very tender roast beef. As long as I don't see it cooked or prepared I can eat it.
Beach Lover
The latest and greatest is, they'll stii be open until the end of this month. It could longer, but, they're wiating for the "powers that be" to make some decisions. I still can't pronounce let alone spell it, but, you know what I'm talking about.
Admin
I don't know what you're talking about. Are you talking about the one by Delta Kitchen, The one on 331 north of SR20, or Taqueria El Calentano on 331 South?
Beach Comber
Taqueria on 331
I went last week with 2 other people, it was really really good and was not expencive either!!! Go try it if you have not already, you will go back!!!!
I went last week with 2 other people, it was really really good and was not expencive either!!! Go try it if you have not already, you will go back!!!!
Beach Lover
The one just north of 3280, on 331. Green bld.
Admin
The one just north of 3280, on 331. Green bld.
That is Taqueria El Calentano. Why would they be closing and who are "powers that be"?
Beach Lover
Road expansion. I asked Luis about moving the parking to the side or back and he said it wouldn't work.?? They're just leasing the bld, so, they're waiting for ,I think, the state people to make a final decision on when they have to close up. To bad.
Beach Fanatic
Road expansion. I asked Luis about moving the parking to the side or back and he said it wouldn't work.?? They're just leasing the bld, so, they're waiting for ,I think, the state people to make a final decision on when they have to close up. To bad.
What I don't understand is why you could not have just posted the message that way in the first place instead of making it sound like a big mystery?
Admin
Meanwhile, the food is very good, prices are reasonable, it is close by, the people are very nice, and the menu design is very pretty. Mariachi band plays 8/29/08. They would love to be south of the bay but lease prices are kind of high.
Beach Lover
Meanwhile, the food is very good, prices are reasonable, it is close by, the people are very nice, and the menu design is very pretty. Mariachi band plays 8/29/08. They would love to be south of the bay but lease prices are kind of high.
MAN, I am going to be soooooo bummed. I love that place and just found it not too long ago. Last I heard he was moving south of bay. I hope he finds something. I think he would do well. Who doesnt love GREAT mexican!
Beach Lover
Gonna have to try this before it's too late. Still can't understand how the Mexican food is so bad around here. I would think even a half way decent place would kill it around here. The Laredo was unbelievably bad and disappointing especially considering how much it costs compared to the good Mexican stuff. Need a new saying around here. Instead of where's the beef? Where's the burritos man?
SWGB
Unfortunately Mexican restaurants don't seem to last around here. It's odd since there seems to be one ever 2 blocks in PCB.
Beach Fanatic
What do you guys order that is good? I've been twice and it was ok both times but not what I was expecting. I used to love the steak tacos with corn tortillas at Cocos. Not so crazy about the same dish at Taqueria. I am open to trying again so any recommendations would be appreciated.
Admin
What do you guys order that is good? I've been twice and it was ok both times but not what I was expecting. I used to love the steak tacos with corn tortillas at Cocos. Not so crazy about the same dish at Taqueria. I am open to trying again so any recommendations would be appreciated.
I like the mexican-style tacos. The other day we had chile rellenos and flautas. Both were good. BTW - the french fries are about as good as a french fry can get.
superJfunn
I like the mexican-style tacos. The other day we had chile rellenos and flautas. Both were good. BTW - the french fries are about as good as a french fry can get.
french fries
Beach Lover
The flautas are very good!!!
Beach Lover
Unfortunately Mexican restaurants don't seem to last around here. It's odd since there seems to be one ever 2 blocks in PCB.
But has there ever been one that actually had good food though? I think a good one would do well, it's just got to be better than this (*&^%^%)*** like Pepito's and Laredo serves up and calls food.
Sorry to be so harsh, but I get really emotional about Mexican food and that's one of the only dining weaknesses around here. Once you've had the really good stuff its hard to go back.
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Beach Fanatic
I love the Taqueria el Calentano. I've not really had authentic Mexican in Mexico to judge it by, but I do know that lots of Latinos in our area go there for those hard to find specialties like la lengua, cabeza, and menudo if that means anything. They say one family drives from Navarre every weekend for the soup. I love their chorizo which they make themselves (specifically the chorizo sandwich and their version of a Cubano). Love it!
Beach Fanatic
I like the mexican-style tacos. The other day we had chile rellenos and flautas. Both were good. BTW - the french fries are about as good as a french fry can get.
OK, I feel like I am armed with inside info. I shall give it another try. Thanks
FunnChef - AlisonCooks.com
What I don't understand is why you could not have just posted the message that way in the first place instead of making it sound like a big mystery?How do you get "big mystery" from the original post??? It seemed pretty clear to me, and you probably had to have read this thread to understand.... http://sowal.com/bb/showthread.php?t=25939
french friesThe only "mexican" food Spidey will consume....
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