The service here is fantastic. Super friendly and helpful. The fresh salsa and chips are the best!…read more I go here every time we're in the area. The tamales, chiliquilles, and enchiladas are amazing. The drinks are delicious, too.

Look, you're probably not a local and unless someone personally recommended this place, you'd walk…read moreright past it without giving it a second thought. I was told this was the place for restaurant by a local-of course I had to try it. This place is fire. Like the roof is on fire, kind of fire. I'm dating myself aren't I? Ha. Located on a corner, The Parian, is a locals restaurant. You walk into a fiesta of a restaurant. Brightly decorated with typical Mexican decoration-think bright pinks, yellows and greens. There's colorful paper cut outs (papel picado)strewn across the ceiling, windows everywhere and colorful walls. I've been here twice & both times it was busy but not overwhelming. Walked in both times without having to wait for a seat to open up. The menu is typical of what you would see in a Mexican restaurant--and no, avocado toast ain't on the menu. Menudo, chilaquiles, hot cakes, machaca con huevo. These heavy & oh so delicious meals are all here. The tortilla (flour and corn) are both made in house. The salsa and chips they set when you first arrive are authentic. This is the kind of food that'll make you want to take nap after, it's so heavy. Only downside is they don't have cafe de olla. But that's not a bad thing, there's an amazing coffee shop down the street from the restaurant (Xcaanda) :) Definitely a gem in Ensenada & one that I will continue to visit.

BEST YELP FIND on my trip to Ensenada. Def worth the drive into the more residential area (about 10…read moreminutes from downtown Ensenada). It looked like there was some of a wait time, but it turned out they did have a table for 2 available. The wait time is mostly for large parties. If you do come with a large party they have seating in the back just note it will take awhile. By large I mean 11 people (2 parties of 11 people showed up when I was there). The food. So many yummy options I had a hard time picking. I ended up ordering the combination plate as it included a little bit of everything: your choice of either green or red chilaquiles, machaca (shredded beef not the dry one), egg, beans and some fries. I also ordered fresh orange juice as I can't say no to fresh juices. I ATE EVERYTHING! It was so good I couldn't stop eating even when I knew I was full LOL. Side note def get the coffee as it is really good. We actually ended up buying the coffee they bought with us called La Negrita and is a couple of minutes away from the restaurant. Plus a local coffee vendor. Staff is super friendly and service is fast (for smaller parties). Place is clean and does have parking in the back. Definitely recommend this place for breakfast. If I am ever back in the area I am definitely coming back!

Comida muy casera y sabrosa con huevos al gusto y tortillas hechas a mano. Un ambiente bonito para…read morefamilias. Regresaremos a probar el Chamorro.

I've been coming to La Chispa for about 15 years and it'd been here a LONG time before my first…read moretrip. There's one simple reason for this.... it's flipping awesome and it's awesome EVERY time I come in. They offer Asada only but several different ways. Tacos, quesotacos, burritos and quesadillas. All big, all great! I make it a point to eat here every time I go to Ensenada and even if I'm just passing through I'll swing in on my way. First off it's been the same family the entire time I've been coming down which is always a good thing. The food is always fantastic and comes quickly even when they're slammed (which is almost every day, all day) . All the food comes stuffed with plenty of the carne asada that makes them famous and what you add is up to you.. they'll throw on beans and cheese after that it's all up to you. There are two or three salsas and some avocado sauce but I wouldn't actually call it guacamole. There are onions, pickled onions, cilantro limes, radishes and it's all freshly sliced and ready to go. They have a variety of Coke products in cans and bottles for your pairing pleasure but sadly no beer or wine. When we roll in we belly up to the taco bar and they're always happy to see us (again). then the process begins.... Order, eat, repeat! When we've reached Food Coma we ask for the bill and gladly pay... tip... and go! Gots to be on your way.. someone wants that stool! Hands down the best Asadero in Ensenada. Never have I had a hoof or knuckle in my food and it's consistently fantastic! It's in kind of an odd spot but when you find it.. it's worth it! They also do to go orders and package up all the fixins for you and the yummy goodness goes with you!

My girlfriend was craving carne asada tacos so we ended up here. The tacos were ok. I wouldn't go…read moreout of my way for this spot again.

Food was great and we love the place . Service was not good this time. Waiter was horrible . He…read moreacted mad and rude.

Very good food here I ate chilaquiles rojos de pollo and it was delicious delicious,I'm definitely…read morecoming back here again next time I vacation Ensenada

Anytime I am nearby this is my go to spot. The tripas tacos…read moreare delicious! They have new birria tacos and they were delicious. The service is amazing and everything is super clean. My favorite taco spot in ensenada.

Great location, amazing food, friendly staff, very pleasant and authentic ambiance. Our large group…read morealways stops here on our way to the final destination as part of a missionary trip.

Omg such bomb tacos! They have handmaid tortillas, the al pastor tacos were so delicious, the staff…read moreis so friendly, some of the best tacos. I've had so far in Ensenada. I would definitely come back here if I visit Ensenada in the future.

Super bomb. I highly recommend this to anyone who likes bomb tacos. I order my tacos con todo. I…read morewant the spiciest salsa that's available.

Food was delicious, we ordered the chicken flautas topped with mole and the chile relleno, it was…read morevery delicious

We were on our way to visit some of the local wineries when we decided to stop and get something to…read moreeat. We've been to this area several times and usually just randomly pick somewhere to eat. It was early in the day and this restaurant seemed to be one of the few places open so we went in to give them a try. There is parking right out front but it was the middle of January so it might be harder to find parking during warmer times of the year, but even still, there is plenty of street parking. The inside is small and quaint with comfortable seating. We were the only ones in the restaurant and they sat us right away and brought us drinks along with chips and salsa. The chips were amazing, but I was expecting them to be this far down across the border. The menu has quite a few options but I chose the Chile Relleno and my friend had the Chicken Enchiladas. Again, the restaurant was basically empty so it was nice and quiet but I get the impression it's never too busy to be very noisy. It was nice and comfortable. Initially I just thought it would be like restaurant back in the states; place your order and within minutes someone would bring it out. But we actually waited a considerable amount of time before our meals were brought out. Not too long, but again, just longer than I would have expected. The kitchen is open to the whole restaurant so you can see them cooking and after awhile, it was clear why the food was taking longer than you might expect. Unlike restaurants back in the states where most of this food is pre-prepared and just sitting in pans keeping warm, they made EVERYTHING fresh to order! Nothing was warmed up or ladled up from a pan of already made food. They made it all fresh! When the food came out, it looked like food from a magazine or menu. The type of food you only see in pictures. The food you see that usually looks so perfect but never actually get it served. Well, this food looked that perfect! It was hot and fresh and you can't go wrong with that combination. I'm a big believer in the quality of the refried beans being the standard for any Mexican restaurant. If the beans are good, generally speaking, the rest of the food is going to be good as well. These refried beans were AMAZING! Without a doubt, the next time I'm in the area, I am stopping here just to have a bowl of their refried beans with the chips! If I could sit there with the beans and chips and watch the Super Bowl, I'd be in Nirvana! My plate came with two, very large, chiles; normally I would expect only one. And the batter they were covered in was just perfect. Nice and light but with great flavor. The chiles were fresh and tasty; but I have to admit, I don't know what was in them. I'm used to the chile stuffed with cheese, but I'm not sure what was in this. It wasn't bad tasting but sure didn't seem like cheese. Regardless, I highly recommend it. My friends chicken enchiladas were amazing! So many restaurants down in Baja are fantastic but this was exceptional and I can't say enough good things about it. If you are planning a trip down to the wineries, stop here before or after your wine tasting. You won't be sorry! Great service and amazing food!

Excelente servicio, excelente comida fresca! Lo recomiendo much…read more Great service excellent fresh food! I highly recommend

Off the highway on kilometer 93 you will find this rustic yet clean traditional Mexican restaurant…read more They offer a great selection of egg dishes and Mexican favorites. The staff is made up of local ladies that greet you with big smiles and genuine kindness. This place is not fancy at all. You are welcomed with chips and salsa made in house. They are excellent. The Cafe de Hoya is sweet and tasty. I ordered a chicken broth soup. It is quite yummy with pieces of broccoli , cauliflower,potatoes, carrots and corn. I also ordered a steak and eggs plate calle "el Correcaminos" which is also the name of the restaurant which means Roadrunners. It was very good. The plate comes with two quesadillas. Did I mention the chips (totopos) are served nice and warm!? .