First time visiting TJ in years and it was so much fun! I love a good food market hall, and I had…read moreno idea Telefónica even existed. It reminds me of some of the big food halls in Los Angeles (Grand Central Market, Haven City, etc.) packed with delicious food and beverage options. Just a quick Uber ride from the border and you can be munching on fresh ceviche and savoring an ice cold glass of house-made sangria. That's exactly what we ordered! I appreciated the option for indoor or outdoor seating. Since it was an extremely hot and humid day, we opted to sit inside, where the fans were a lifesaver. We ordered drinks at the bar inside and then picked up food from one of the several vendors outside. The staff was welcoming and checked on us several times, even offering our group a large table upstairs, which was a considerate touch. From coffee to pastries, sweets, snacks, wine, beer, seafood, pizza, and everything in between, Telefónica is a great way to start or end your day in TJ. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in town!

This place is amazing. Disregard any bad reviews that you may see…read more the truth is they have so many different types of food here, the biggest problem is deciding which one you want to eat. My advice, take a cheap UBER instead of driving as parking is not fast. When you arrive take a walk though quickly to get a lay of the land and see what the options are. Maybe grab a michelada on the way in since the bar is right there. I'd pick one or 2 or 3 places to try as long as what you order fits together. the last thing you'd want to eat would be a taco and a hot dog. BE MINDFUL: Realize you are in Mexico. This place wasn't really made for tourists, it's more of a local spot and it's pretty safe. That being said they don't usually care too much about dealing with complaints. Take breath a little bit Karen and enjoy the experience. The tables are open seating, so maybe while you grab food, send your friend to find a table. they also had a cat there that was so chill and wanted to be pet.

Son loves churros and we drove around all night looking for some. Found this place near our hotel…read moreand stopped by the next morning. The churros are cooked fresh and to order. None of that frozen premade crap here! Delicious coffee and the cheese cake was great!! Worth the price!

This place is Churro heaven! Friendly staff that can speak English with perfectly cooked churros,…read morewho could ask for anything else. It is a small space with limited parking but I took an Uber and was able to get a seat. I had a caramel filled churro, an iced caramel coffee, small churros to go, and a churro chocolate bar. This place is a must in TJ if you are a churro lover like me.

Another fun foodie destination in TJ: outdoors, hip decor, and with a variety of food/drink options…read morespanning classic tacos through mediterranean food. The day was just beginning, so I opted for an 8oz lager from Insurgente to start the day. Service from the bar was friendly - the bartender provided multiple tasters and recommendations. This crisp and refreshing definitely hit the spot for under $2. My friend had a trio of tacos and sangria. The food was fairly priced, came out quickly, and tasty (I tried a bite). Definitely an option to keep in mind for group dining. Looking forward to returning to try out more!

I hate to say it, but this food court was quite a disappointment. I was looking for a place that…read morespecializes in chilaquiles, a vast variety of them, but found the Yelp page to be unaware of that location's closing. So, short on time, we opted to eat from one of the other food stalls, and found one with, you guessed it, a few varieties of chilaquiles. They did look wonderful on the plate, and were seemingly perfectly executed, complete with sunny egg and nicely coated chips. The one with shredded beef had very tasty beef, but suffered, as did the house special variety, from a lack of flavor overall. Both dishes were just quite bland in the same way, and lacked any excitement of flavors. We didn't finish them, and opted not to take the leftovers. Beverages: I ordered a mezcalita, having had an excellent one at Telefonico a couple of weeks prior, and hoping to have something similar. Instead of a smaller cocktail with a kick, this was extremely watery and had a commercial taste to it. I didn't finish this either. I only had food from one of the places, so can't judge the rest, but I don't see myself going back. Bland food from one and a miserable drink from another don't suggest good odds.

The regular tacos were delicious but the quesabirria taco with consommé was the best. Washed it all…read moredown with orange Fanta. Was in Mexico for work but if I was in proximity of Otay Mesa for personal reasons, I'd cross over just to get some lunch or dinner here. I'm definitely coming back!

Amazing tacos 10 out of 10, the quesabirrias are bomb!! The…read moreservice was excellent!! And the place was nice and clean

Really good tacos. Fast service, plenty of parking and seating. It's a place where local come to…read moreeat. The tripa they add to the tacos is a really good touch. The fixings are placed where you can add it to your plate. onions, chilies, cilantro, and salsas are all placed for your convenience

Only came here because the places I wanted to go eat tacos was closed. I went with a friend. We…read moreordered 4 carne asada tacos with everything, 1 plain carne asada taco, coke, and horchata. Tacos were delicious, but there were a lot of pieces of fat which I'm not a fan of. Came out to 280 pesos which was reasonable. Service was good. Food came out fast. I went on a Saturday around 5:30p when the Mercado Hidalgo was closing so I was fortunate to find street parking.

El Mejor Pan de Tecate is a wonderful bakery to visit. As soon as you arrive, you'll notice the…read moresecurity guard at the entrance, and the moment the door opens, you're welcomed by the amazing aroma of freshly baked breads and pastries. I was hoping to purchase sourdough bread, but unfortunately, it is only available by pre-order. When I mentioned to one of the bakers that I am diabetic and unable to eat regular bread, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that they offer pastries made with almond flour, coconut flour, and monk fruit sweetener. I truly appreciate businesses that consider customers with dietary restrictions. This bakery is a great option for people who are diabetic, watching their carbohydrate intake, or looking for alternatives to traditional flour-based pastries. The bakery itself was clean, inviting, and well maintained. The staff were helpful and informative, making the experience even more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend El Mejor Pan de Tecate, especially for anyone looking for delicious baked goods with healthier options available.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING and a must visit! We happened upon this bakery on our way back to the Tecate…read moreboarder (12 min walk to the boarder). So glad we found it! The moment you walk in, you catch all of the yummy aromas of the bakery. You grab a tray and tongs and get to browse and choose all kinds of beautiful Mexican baked goods. The cashier was nice and efficient. All of the baked goods were the best that I've had! I cannot wait to come back!

Food: 3/5 Service:…read more4/5 Price: ~$20 per person food was just okay. i think it had michelin ratings but no michelin stars. cool vibe for brunch but i don't think i prefer the food over cheaper options. chilaquiles was pretty liquidy (a little too much sauce IMO) and the grilled burrito was mushy and one dimensional. there seemed to be a fair amount of meat in it though, just wish there was more to it.

This a great restaurant that would offer you great food, great service and great ambiance…read more It's in the middle of a colonia in TJ I love it The menu changes and that's what I love about this place, it's so amazing that I have just drove down there just to go eat and come back Definitely you need to try it

The ice cream is super creamy. The fruita de ensalada is very flavorful and made to perfection…read more The visual presentation is excellent!. I'd highly recommend.

Great ice cream! A lot of flavors to select from. They are very creamy and tasteful. Highly…read morerecommend.