South of the Border is place where Facebook can't hear you scream. Really though, the only reliable internet you can get is through WiFi. While there were countless other taco carts I would have loved to review, La Flor was the first place to offer WiFi. I was able to send message to my mom and dad that I survived the border crossing and that alone was worth 5 stars. Let me tell you about them carnitas though. We were rolling deep. Safety in numbers right? As soon as we figured out that the cryptic code taped on to the napkin dispenser was the WiFi password, silence ensued while everyone updated their Facebooks and checked their emails. When the carnitas started coming out, it was silence yet again for another reason. -=-Carnitas by the pound-=- Tons of items on the menu, but why buy anything else but their namesake carnitas. For groups, you can order by the pound. A full plate of carnitas fed about 4 people which each of those 4 people rolling atleast 3 or 4 tacos. The set up was taking a fresh corn tortilla, filling it with carnitas meat to your heart's content, then slathering on salsa and guac. Pure yum. This was easily the best meal that I had in Mexico. Juicy, filling, soft where it needs to be, and crispy for some pieces if that's your thang. Super friendly and attentive staff, but brush up on your Spanish. read more

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Drifted into carnitas michoacan and loved it. The food was great the carnitas were great the flour tortillas were made fresh the whole place is great and the salsa was spicy. Enjoyed the 1/2 litre carnitas for 3 and it was enough for four. We still had to have a take home bag because it was carnitas leftover amazing. If this review sounds funny it's because I'm using voice to text. I would recommend you drive to Rosarito just for this restaurant. If you have other business in Rosarito you still should stop by this restaurant it's the bomb read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Jennifer - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

After hearing lots of great things about La Flor de Michoacan and the carnitas they serve, we headed up there for dinner. When we arrived on a Thursday night it was almost empty and we took a seat under a fan because it was HOT. Staff was friendly and attentive. We ordered the solid carnitas for 2-3 which is about 1.1 pounds / half a Kg. There were four of us and it was so much food that we took some home! So the carnitas are served family style along with rice beans and home made tortillas. You have a choice of corn or flour tortillas and of course, gringos we are, we picked flour. They were pretty good. They also served thick chips, two salsas, pickled veggies, guacamole, cilantro & onions, and limes. Everything tasted good and our carnitas were perfectly cooked - definitely the star of the visit. With drinks and tip, dinner was $30 for four. They have free WiFi and the password is posted on the wall. Overall, this was a good meal, and everything was A-OK. I would return and I would recommend for the carnitas and the prices. read more

Great food, great atmosphere, excellent service, easy parking, clean bathrooms, free WiFi (works well). Omelette Carnitas, guacamole, tortillas, beans, coffee. All very tasty! Stopped by for breakfast while in Rosarito. Great place to eat and relax. Highly recommend!!! read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

Not the best food, they took a long time to make our order. The waiter was nice. The beans were authentic refried in lard and they were tasty! read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

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Menudo was excellent!! Handmade tortillas , must try the carnitas quesadillas huge and so GOOD. Service was exceptional .will definitely be coming back . read more

One word CARNITAS! Look no further. All the fixings that come with it are also on point. I have had nothing else here as I come here for one thing and one thing only, CARNITAS! Bring your appetite! read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Carnitas and all the fixings. - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

The carnitas were delicious! Nice atmosphere, polite and attentive staff. Will definitely be back!! read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

This was a great place to visit! Food was very authentic. We ordered the carne asada for 4, meat could have even a little warmer, but the flavor was still good. Tortillas were nice and fresh. I would Definitely visit again. Customer service was good and parking was easy. read more

Been eating here for years. Love the carnitas and all the fixins that come with their dinners. Catered my son's wedding rehearsal dinner and everything was perfect. Very friendly owners and staff. Highly recommended. read more

This is my first time across the border. I was extremely skeptical about food. My bf spotted this place and, of course, I had to look up reviews. Everything was exceptional. Food, service, and cleanliness. I don't usually leave reviews. Especially when places are mediocre, but I truly enjoyed this place. I just truly pleased. read more

My sister and bro in law have been living in playas de Santa Monica for nearly 10 years and are regulars here. Meatless at a carnitas place you question?!! Yes!! Of course the carnitas are delicious, but one day I felt meatless and ordered their chiles rellenos. Everything is freshly hand made...Beans and tortillas are bomb, as everything once again, delicious!! read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Taken November 7, 2013.... just never posted until now!! Their chiles rellenos, beans and freshly made tortillas are bomb too! - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

We ordered for pick up and didn't realize that we made them wait for 30 mins after closing for us. We ordered the Carnitas and Carne Asada. The order was missing extra guacamole but they were so kind to wait for us we don't care. I've never known the big deal about Carnitas until eating here. WOW. My husband gave me a bite of his carnitas and the skies opened up, the sun shined down and I think I heard angels sing. The best carnitas we've ever had. The Carne Asada was delicious as well but the Carnitas we're definitely the star of the show. Their guacamole was excellent as well. read more

We came down for spring break to papas and beer , literally the whole time we've been here we've come every day even twice in the same day . The tacos are to die for . The torillas are soo good and just overall the food and service is great . Venimos aquí para papas and beer y los tacos están sabrosos. Nuestro mesero Roger nos dio el mejor Servicio , definitivamente regresaría aquí . Gracias rosarito por un gran fin de semana . read more

Very good service. We were in a hurry due to obligations later in the day but we would have loved to chill and take in the homey ambience all day. And the carnitas are TO DIE FOR! Quick note: I just love how the pickled carrots/onions/peppers were not *too* acidic. So, so good. Somewhat unusual ultra-thick crunchy tortilla chips rounded out the super-satisfying meal. read more

Love. Love. Love!! Been coming here for years & have never been disappointed! Best carnitas in town!! Guac is muy bueno and aguas are perfecto! They have breakfast too and it's decent but...that's not their speciality. Have shared this place with many friends and they loved it! Great atmosphere, service, music & decor. Perfect for large parties. Please note that although they accept credit cards, this establishment honors the dollar at whatever they want. I have paid an extra $15 for using card. It was worth it, but lesson learned....bring pesos! read more

Went here for dinner and then breakfast a couple of days later. For dinner we had the carnitas where they bring you a pile of excellent meat and all the fixings. There was enough left over to mix with eggs the next day. Their beans are to die for. Ask for a little crema on top. For breakfast I had the huevos racheros, also excellent. My only criticism is that their chips that appear to be home made are too thick and too well done. The salsa trio that comes with them is excellent. Service is excellent and they accept credit and debit cards. The seats are comfortable (no plastic crap) with soft cushions and large tables. Sit in the window for the sun to warm you on cold winter days. Bathrooms are clean and have toilet paper! read more

Perfect small restaurant to have lounge.great food and fresh tank you for the authentic carnitas

When we're in town, it's my favorite place to go for Posole and carnitas . Service is good too

Delicious! Fresh everything, salsa vinegar carrots and the service excellent! Fresh and authentic like grandma use to make it!!! read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Homemade flour tortillas! - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

Food was great. Service was excellent had our order ready quickly. Try the carnitas torts amazing.

Family run, family place. It feels casual and comfortable, like mama's kitchen. English is definitely the second language, but they'll get you fed. Try your Spanish, and everyone starts having fun, no matter how rough it is. The menu has a variety of choices, by my family went in with a focus on the Carnitas, as that's what everyone is raving about. We are 4 people, but one of us is little. We ordered the family mean for 2-3 just to see how we'd do. It was delicious. The focus here is on natural flavors. Added spices are rare. The meat was beautifully tender, moist, and yet still had crispy edges. MMMmmm. A day later, I can still taste it. Their beans were also fantastic, and for me, when spread under the pork on a fresh tortilla, were to die for. :) Now add lovely diced onion and parley, or fresh salsa, or guac., and you're in heaven. I like spicier flavors, but my teen likes plain. My youngest has things she loves and hates. You know the drill. Everyone built their own, and was delighted. Note - the red-rice was fought over and split by the two kids. You might want more of that. :) We ate all 12 tortillas handily, and if we were 4 full sized people, we would have wanted the next meal-size up for dinner. Terrific value. Wonderful, warm people. Get here, and have some delicious food. read more

Carnitas were prepared perfectly. Lots of flavor. Staff was very pleasant and the prices were very reasonable. read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

This is the best carnitas taco restaurant in Rosarito. I grew up as a kid always getting tacos here with my grandpa. Also if you're lucky the mariachi will come by and play for you during your meal. Order from the window outside for faster service. Tortillas made from scratch and fresh guacamole. So delicious. read more

Finally after so many year had early dinner here. We ordered 1/2 a kilo mix carnitas, costillas and cuerito. Came with fresh tortillas, rice, beans, sauce, guacamole and Pico de Gallo. Delicious and could not finish the food. Great service and drinks. Will definitely be a regular when in area. read more

This was our first stop in Rosarito. Clean restaurant. The severs were very attentive. We arrived at 11 a.m and the place was pretty empty. Immediately we were welcomed with chips and a variety of delicious salsas.We ordered 1/2 lb of mixed carnitas. The serving was plentiful for the two of us. This is a great place for tacos de carnitas. read more

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Great place for breakfast in central Rosarito. Everything from carnitas to chilaquiles to pancakes. Get there early on a Sunday or you might be waiting a while. Also good cafe de la olla! read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Everything is good! Todo Bien! - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

I'm visiting my cousin in Rosarito and she suggested this place for breakfast. We arrived around 9:15am and it was packed. Nevertheless, we were seated within five minutes. We both ordered carnitas and eggs. The portions were very generous. The eggs were done to perfection, the cranitas, while being quite tasty, were somewhat dry. Not enough to greatly impact the meal, but noticeable, hence I deducted one star--a place that is known for their carnitas should have done a better job. All in all, it was a good meal and I would definitely return. Their service is very good, too. read more

Yo hands-down this place has the best Carnitas around I got a Carnitas plate and it was more than enough shit was straight fire. You will definitely regret not coming here read more

We are still talking about how good this place was. The Carnitas were ordered and served by the kilo. Ask for help in figuring out how much to order. A pile of fresh corn tortillas came to the table. The tortillas had arrived first and were wrapped in a towel and placed in a basket . That's how Mom served up tortillas. A bowl of refríed beans, a bowl of rice, sides of pickled carrots with onions and jalapeños and a salsa roja and a cup of pico de gallo. We had ordered a side of guacamole. Chips were in hand and we dug in. Cold beer at the ready. We had a mixed platter of all parts of the pig. Buches, tripas, costillas, and chunks of "regular" carnitas. I had so many servings I lost count. Each part of the pig had distinctive flavor and texture. Tired of the same old thing? Go for it. Be adventurous. This place specializes in Carnitas. PIG! Oh, and the side of chicharrones was cooked to perfection. I have never had carnitas so tasty back in the Sates, ever! They do have other dishes like chile relleno and tamales. But the pork rocks. read more

the best carnitas & chilaquiles in town .. the host very nice and friendly food was delicious..... las carnitas y los chilaquiles bien 4. muy amable con los clientes.. read more

La Flor de Michoacan - Mexican Near Me - Rosarito, BCN

Supper delicious, my husband and I love coming to rosarito constantly, and never came here till now .Wow it's amazing , nothing compared to what I've tasted , so soft ,tender and delicious flavored . Definitely coming back for more . read more

Excellent family restaurant. They do carnitas very well. Dinners served with rice, beans, salsas and freshly made tortillas.

This place was bright and colorful, with piles of pig collectibles, fancy modelcars, bright murals, tinsel, and Christmas decorations. And the people were so friendly and helpful. The food was flavorful and bountiful-- and the fresh juice was amazing, and the blended margarita DIVINE. read more

I love coming to eat here it's so great! Please come you won't regret it. Everytime we come to rosarito we HAVE TO EAT HERE ! Love love love it read more

Loved this place. Their hot cakes are delicious and their carnitas are out of this world.

The family and I just enjoyed another splendid meal at "La Flor." We've eaten at both locations, and the food is consistently good at both. This time the wife opted for the Caldo de Pollo. Chicken soup. right? It was the most amazing chicken soup ever with fabulous broth, a huge piece of chicken, and giant chunks of potato, carrots, zucchini, chayote, half a corn cob, celery. I had the tried-and-true Carnitas. Not to be missed! Tender, juicy, slow-roasted pork, seasoned perfectly. Yum! read more

Best carnitas and the carne is good as well. Look for the place with the big fake cow on the roof.

Very good carnitas, great deal. We always stop here but if the day is slow the carnitas can be dry. Great overall though!

Best carnitas I've had yet. Very affordable and very attentive staff. 39 dollars fed and drank 4 behemoths.