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I'm shocked how this place has received so many positive reviews. Maybe it was an off night for this establishment or maybe we had too many people in our party (6). We were all greeted and then seated at a table. Took a while to have anyone come over and take our drink orders. Waited a while for those to come out. Once they did we put in our food order. We didn't order anything extravagant, literally some tacos and lobster mac n cheese. This was the general Order at the table. Nothing huge nor fancy. This took over 50 mins....keep in mind the place was not busy. When we asked the waiter about the food he continually repeated "it's out of my hands." Yikes! Once food was served, it was okay. Nothing spectacular. So sad as I had high hopes for Tatanka.
Don't sleep on this place because it was our favourite restaurant of the whole trip! We came in January during off peak season so it wasn't as busy and we were the only customer there when we walked in. Almost walked out but boy were we glad we didn't!!! We got the abulon con su concha, mac n cheese, taco llanero, taco de langosta, chicharrón sonora, hamburguesa tatanka, bohemia oscura, pastel de zanahoria, leven alcalina y tostada caracol. It's hard to choose a fav because everything was so good but if we had to.. the abulon was my fav. So much flavour.. so slippery.. the right texture, so fresh. But bone marrow is a close second.. very close second. It was so so tender with so much flavour and melts in your mouth. You also wouldn't think to order the Mac n cheese but it's so different than the Kraft stuff you're used to. Trust me. It's a must try! Pricing is so decent too and it's great for a friend group or date night. Cute little outdoor area with their gatitos and beautiful view of the sky.. can't top it!!! Much better than resort food.
We enjoyed our time here. I wish I could give half stars, but this place is more of a 5 vs 4. The prices are reasonable. I would get a reservation if you want to sit on the outdoor patio. Fish was fresh, and prepared very well, very tasty. Service was great.
Amazing service, amazing food! Honestly it was the best restaurant i tried in La Paz. May not be the best location or interior design but totally worth it. Highly recommended!
This was our most disappointing meal in La Paz, and didn't hold a candle next to Nemi and Los Sabores 32. We had the oysters, chocolate clams and scallops appetizer - everything was drowning in sauce which shouldn't be necessary with fresh, high-quality seafood. The tuna tartar was also overly sauced. Rib eye was tough with a sad side of veggies, lobster taco was ok but way overpriced, the Chardonnay was served warm in a thick glass (which is what you expect at Applebees, not a supposed fine dining restaurant), and the Cabernet was served chilled to try to hide the fact that it was corked last week. Paper napkins and bright fluorescent lighting from the kitchen didn't do much for ambiance, and service was lacking (for example, no one bothered to explain what the random sauces on our table were). There are so many amazing restaurants in La Paz with better food and pricing. I get the sense this place used to be one of the best in town back in the day, but they haven't stepped it up with the new competition.
Tatanka is a hidden gem that takes some persistence in finding especially at night. You have to go down an alley that does not look like the right place, but it is. It has a very creative atmosphere and you are immediately struck by the smell of grilled meat on the Mesquite charcoal cooking in the courtyard. The service staff are very kind and informative. One of the best things to enjoy. Is the steak and bone marrow taco which is the most amazing taco I've ever had in my life. The bone marrow is roasted on the charcoal grill to perfection. It's easily scooped out over the beef We also enjoyed the grilled prawns and substituted the potatoes with a large Parmesan over greens and tomatoes. A delightful dining experience .
On a 6 day trip to La Paz we tried about a dozen of the best restaurant's in La Paz this was the best one. The food was of high quality, the tuna was similar to Hawaii's best. You can tell when tuna has just been chilled and not frozen and this just that. The almejas and oysters were delicious they top them with fresh ingredients. The service was that of a fine dining steak house. The waiters would stand about 5 steps away ready to be called upon if needed. They carried local micro brews and had good local wine selection. The decor of the place and simply the hidden location called for a great ambience. We were one of 3 tables being used the night we were there. They had swap coolers blasting nearby. They made our time pleasant.
Went on a Friday night around 6:30. We had never seen the place, and walking to it, you would have no idea it's there. You have to go into a parking/alley area, but once you see it, it's gorgeous. We did not have a reservation, so the hostess had to do some checking before seating us. She was able to get us seated within a few minutes; however, if we go back, we would make sure to get a reservation. There are tables all throughout a courtyard area - all spaced far apart for a more intimate feel. Our server came over quickly and welcomed us. He spoke pretty good English, which was helpful for our not great Spanish. I ordered a spicy margarita, which was good, but maybe needed a little more ice. For food, we had decided in a salad and the octopus, but wanted either clams or oysters. Of the 2 we had chosen, our server suggested the clams (almejas asadas). The salad came first, was a good size, and the dressing was a nice blend of a little sweet with good seasoning. It was a perfect size for splitting since we had other food. The clams came next, and WOW! I am so glad he suggested those. They were my favorite dish of the meal. They were a fusion of Asian and Latin flavors, and we drank all the sauce out after eating the clams because it was too good to leave behind. The clams were super flavorful and really big. Last was the octopus. It had a nice char to it and was very tender. It was also a good sizes portion. We loved the food, atmosphere, and service. We will definitely go back if we are in La Paz again. Loved that it was away from the Malecon and focused on showcasing the amazing food of the area with their own twists.
Great place to have dinner outside at the end of November. We ordered too much food (as usual) but everything was wonderful. Our server was amazing and very personable. We ordered oysters, tartare, sashimi, the burger, the chateaubriand, and the octopus. It was all fantastic! But I must say what blew us away was the Serrano Chili Oil. So delicious that we bought 12 jars to take home. FANTASTIC AMBIENCE, FOOD, SERVICE, & CHILI OIL..!
The lobster tacos were perfect! Great ambiance! La Paz hidden treasure! Can't wait to go back!
So my fiancé and I were looking to reach out beyond our usual eatery's and dined at Takanka tonight. First off, as someone mentioned, the location on the map was " off" from their actual location. Also, this restaurant was within walking distance from Marina Cortez. Once we found the place, sat down and ordered, several items on the menu were not available. We were 0-2 on our choice. We settled for the lobster Mac and cheese, which was excellent. Lots of lobster and the flavor was extraordinary. But my heart was set in the crab claws and my fiancé was in the tuna tartare. We both ordered the Takana burger, and they came out exactly the same but I ordered mine medium well with my fiancé ordering his medium. It really was a good burger but I like what I like. Overall, it was a nice experience, but for the price, we probably won't be back. My preference is to look at and review the good, and to give an honest review for other diners as they make dining choices. With that said, I'd your looking for upscale dining this odd not the place, but if you're looking for a good burger, give them a go.
Tatanka Tatanka was a great find! The entrance is tucked through an alleyway, but once you get there, you're greeted by a really nice patio. We decided to dine outside, and the temperature was perfect. The only downside was the occasional debris falling from the tree, but honestly, it wasn't enough to ruin the experience. Reservations are definitely recommended, and we were lucky enough to get their last seating. Our servers were very attentive and did a great job explaining the menu and answering all of our questions. The drinks were great, but the food was even better. We tried the tuna tartare, chocolate clams, scallops, lobster mac and cheese, chicharrón, and bone marrow. Everything was well seasoned, flavorful, and we had zero complaints about any of it. Really glad we found this place! There are still plenty of things on the menu I want to try, so I'd definitely come back. read more
2 months ago
The food was outstanding, better than I expected. The service was excellent the writers were on it. They were very attentive, and knowledgeable about their work and menu. The ambience was low key worm, intimate and romantic. Not too loud, they have a room temperature room and an air conditioned area. read more
3 months ago
The entrance was through the back of an alley but once we got there- wow what a hidden gem! We had a reservation and sat outside on the patio. The chocolate clams and the sashimi were the perfect appetizers! Service was quick and the seafood was so fresh! We split the catch of the day that came with vegetables and mashed potatoes and the lobster Mac and cheese and it was the perfect amount of food. read more
I'm shocked how this place has received so many positive reviews. Maybe it was an off night for this establishment or maybe we had too many people in our party (6). We were all greeted and then seated at a table. Took a while to have anyone come over and take our drink orders. Waited a while for those to come out. Once they did we put in our food order. We didn't order anything extravagant, literally some tacos and lobster mac n cheese. This was the general Order at the table. Nothing huge nor fancy. This took over 50 mins....keep in mind the place was not busy. When we asked the waiter about the food he continually repeated "it's out of my hands." Yikes! Once food was served, it was okay. Nothing spectacular. So sad as I had high hopes for Tatanka. read more
2 months ago
2 months ago
Don't sleep on this place because it was our favourite restaurant of the whole trip! We came in January during off peak season so it wasn't as busy and we were the only customer there when we walked in. Almost walked out but boy were we glad we didn't!!! We got the abulon con su concha, mac n cheese, taco llanero, taco de langosta, chicharrón sonora, hamburguesa tatanka, bohemia oscura, pastel de zanahoria, leven alcalina y tostada caracol. It's hard to choose a fav because everything was so good but if we had to.. the abulon was my fav. So much flavour.. so slippery.. the right texture, so fresh. But bone marrow is a close second.. very close second. It was so so tender with so much flavour and melts in your mouth. You also wouldn't think to order the Mac n cheese but it's so different than the Kraft stuff you're used to. Trust me. It's a must try! Pricing is so decent too and it's great for a friend group or date night. Cute little outdoor area with their gatitos and beautiful view of the sky.. can't top it!!! Much better than resort food. read more
We enjoyed our time here. I wish I could give half stars, but this place is more of a 5 vs 4. The prices are reasonable. I would get a reservation if you want to sit on the outdoor patio. Fish was fresh, and prepared very well, very tasty. Service was great. read more
2 years ago
This was our most disappointing meal in La Paz, and didn't hold a candle next to Nemi and Los Sabores 32. We had the oysters, chocolate clams and scallops appetizer - everything was drowning in sauce which shouldn't be necessary with fresh, high-quality seafood. The tuna tartar was also overly sauced. Rib eye was tough with a sad side of veggies, lobster taco was ok but way overpriced, the Chardonnay was served warm in a thick glass (which is what you expect at Applebees, not a supposed fine dining restaurant), and the Cabernet was served chilled to try to hide the fact that it was corked last week. Paper napkins and bright fluorescent lighting from the kitchen didn't do much for ambiance, and service was lacking (for example, no one bothered to explain what the random sauces on our table were). There are so many amazing restaurants in La Paz with better food and pricing. I get the sense this place used to be one of the best in town back in the day, but they haven't stepped it up with the new competition. read more
2 years ago
Tatanka is a hidden gem that takes some persistence in finding especially at night. You have to go down an alley that does not look like the right place, but it is. It has a very creative atmosphere and you are immediately struck by the smell of grilled meat on the Mesquite charcoal cooking in the courtyard. The service staff are very kind and informative. One of the best things to enjoy. Is the steak and bone marrow taco which is the most amazing taco I've ever had in my life. The bone marrow is roasted on the charcoal grill to perfection. It's easily scooped out over the beef We also enjoyed the grilled prawns and substituted the potatoes with a large Parmesan over greens and tomatoes. A delightful dining experience . read more
2 years ago
On a 6 day trip to La Paz we tried about a dozen of the best restaurant's in La Paz this was the best one. The food was of high quality, the tuna was similar to Hawaii's best. You can tell when tuna has just been chilled and not frozen and this just that. The almejas and oysters were delicious they top them with fresh ingredients. The service was that of a fine dining steak house. The waiters would stand about 5 steps away ready to be called upon if needed. They carried local micro brews and had good local wine selection. The decor of the place and simply the hidden location called for a great ambience. We were one of 3 tables being used the night we were there. They had swap coolers blasting nearby. They made our time pleasant. read more
Went on a Friday night around 6:30. We had never seen the place, and walking to it, you would have no idea it's there. You have to go into a parking/alley area, but once you see it, it's gorgeous. We did not have a reservation, so the hostess had to do some checking before seating us. She was able to get us seated within a few minutes; however, if we go back, we would make sure to get a reservation. There are tables all throughout a courtyard area - all spaced far apart for a more intimate feel. Our server came over quickly and welcomed us. He spoke pretty good English, which was helpful for our not great Spanish. I ordered a spicy margarita, which was good, but maybe needed a little more ice. For food, we had decided in a salad and the octopus, but wanted either clams or oysters. Of the 2 we had chosen, our server suggested the clams (almejas asadas). The salad came first, was a good size, and the dressing was a nice blend of a little sweet with good seasoning. It was a perfect size for splitting since we had other food. The clams came next, and WOW! I am so glad he suggested those. They were my favorite dish of the meal. They were a fusion of Asian and Latin flavors, and we drank all the sauce out after eating the clams because it was too good to leave behind. The clams were super flavorful and really big. Last was the octopus. It had a nice char to it and was very tender. It was also a good sizes portion. We loved the food, atmosphere, and service. We will definitely go back if we are in La Paz again. Loved that it was away from the Malecon and focused on showcasing the amazing food of the area with their own twists. read more
6 months ago
9 months ago
Great place to have dinner outside at the end of November. We ordered too much food (as usual) but everything was wonderful. Our server was amazing and very personable. We ordered oysters, tartare, sashimi, the burger, the chateaubriand, and the octopus. It was all fantastic! But I must say what blew us away was the Serrano Chili Oil. So delicious that we bought 12 jars to take home. FANTASTIC AMBIENCE, FOOD, SERVICE, & CHILI OIL..! read more
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The lobster tacos were perfect! Great ambiance! La Paz hidden treasure! Can't wait to go back! read more
So my fiancé and I were looking to reach out beyond our usual eatery's and dined at Takanka tonight. First off, as someone mentioned, the location on the map was " off" from their actual location. Also, this restaurant was within walking distance from Marina Cortez. Once we found the place, sat down and ordered, several items on the menu were not available. We were 0-2 on our choice. We settled for the lobster Mac and cheese, which was excellent. Lots of lobster and the flavor was extraordinary. But my heart was set in the crab claws and my fiancé was in the tuna tartare. We both ordered the Takana burger, and they came out exactly the same but I ordered mine medium well with my fiancé ordering his medium. It really was a good burger but I like what I like. Overall, it was a nice experience, but for the price, we probably won't be back. My preference is to look at and review the good, and to give an honest review for other diners as they make dining choices. With that said, I'd your looking for upscale dining this odd not the place, but if you're looking for a good burger, give them a go. read more
6 years ago
Chef Carlos H did a spectacular job with his dishes. We never looked at the menu. He just kept the dishes coming. His seafood is on point. His sashimi is as fresh as can be. Simply accents, easy on the spices. His final dish of beef rib was spectacular. Finished with a coyota, a Sonoran desert delicacy read more
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Don't be fooled by the location in a grimy back alley parking lot. The food at this place is amazing. They have a notable selection of seafood including conch, oysters, clams, ceviche, sashimi, lobster, etc. in addition to more traditional Sonoran style Mexican fare such as sopes, tacos and steaks. The service is a bit chaotic, which is why I am not giving in five stars. But overall great! read more
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Just a great place in La Paz! Wonderful ambiance, quiet and simply charming. Offers garden courtyard or inside dining. Excellent service! Must have the tuna tartar; EXCELLENT! Grilled items, either seafood or steaks were excellent, prepared over open mesquite grill. Only disappointment is the deserts are less than imaginative and somewhat disappointing. Hence 4stars read more
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THE ABSOLUTE BEST! The service, food and atmosphere did not disappoint. We had about 4 plates, each with unique, mouthwatering flavors. We definitely plan on coming back ASAP! read more
4 years ago
Amazing food!! We had a scallops, clams and some tacos all great flavors! The taco de pajarito is a flying fish (not a bird). ;-) read more
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