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Nothing but contentment!
Unusually hot and humid for this time of year but you feel a change each morning.
Blessed to be here the past 3 weeks.
Days at La Ropa cannot be beat. Been doing this for years but each opportunity is magical. La Perla continues to be our spot. Great location, service and can catch an NFL or NCAA game. Sunset dinner at La Perla continues to be incredible.
Margaritas on Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez in Colonia La Madera continues to be the best breakfast in town. Their sauces in the guisados remain incredible. Hand made tortillas pop when touched and doughy good. Excellent service and a gourmet meal.
Asadero Julios in Zih is the hidden gem you are missing. The best tacos in Zih. Carnitas are incredible and that unexpected gelatinous chew takes it over the top. Their arranchera is premium and their pollos tamarindo, pina or la diablo are beyond words. Parking is tough. Extremely economical and a place Antony Bourdin would love. Cold beer and a DJ on Sunday to get your groove on.
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by ZihuaRob 
, Zihuatanejo, México, Wednesday, November 06, 2024, 21:18 (731 days ago) @ Max
Muchas gracias for your enticing and informative report. Nice review of Asadero Julio. I'll have to get them listed on my Restaurants page.
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Muchas gracias for your enticing and informative report. Nice review of Asadero Julio. I'll have to get them listed on my Restaurants page.
Hola
Has La Perlas ownership changed? I've been coming to Zihua for 6 months every year for a long time. Aren't they the ones that instigated the blue beach bs? I remember once I was coming through the restaurant carrying my dog. The owner had a fit. Made me go back outside even when I was almost through the restaurant. Had to go back outside and go down the beach access road. Will never ever go back there.
Has La Perlas ownership changed? I've been coming to Zihua for 6 months every year for a long time. Aren't they the ones that instigated the blue beach bs? I remember once I was coming through the restaurant carrying my dog. The owner had a fit. Made me go back outside even when I was almost through the restaurant. Had to go back outside and go down the beach access road. Will never ever go back there.
We stopped going to La Perla several years ago because of the owner, plus we found the food to be mediocre.
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Bartolos on Calle Adelita is another great spot. Not trying to start a fight, but my vote for best chilaquiles in town. Bartolos places an emphasis on their presentation of their dishes which is a sign of a great restaurant. This is followed by exceptionally well prepared tasty dishes. Their sauces have a subtle blend to capture all of their ingredients. Their chilaquiles rojo con arranchera and their baguette arranchera are my favorites. The baguette is a thing of beauty and gourmet worthy.
When I'm dining out, presentation is very low on my list of desires, especially when food is piled so high it's hard to eat. IMO restaurants that emphasize presentation often do so to camouflage small portion sizes and "justify" high prices. I'm definitely not a "supersize-me" person, but I don't appreciate paying high prices and walking away hungry, which has happened to us on occasion.
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by ToddJerad , Sunday, November 10, 2024, 23:27 (727 days ago) @ Max
Max,
Thanks for the report. I miss the days when more people posted their experiences in Z. There are so many unique restaurants that have existed for years that I have never tried and new ones that are constantly opening. I love hearing people's recommendations and opinions, it certainly helps pass the time during the daily grind of life elsewhere.
In response to the above, food presentation is IMO important. Food and art are closely related. Going to a good restaurant should be a multi-sensory experience. You eat with your eyes, nose, and mouth. It separates the chefs from the cooks.
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Had an excellent plate of barbacoa de res at Margariitas for breakfast. High quality perfectly cooked meat, politely smothered in an incredible smoky red sauce. A toasty yet internally soft bollio was the perfect utensil.
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La Cava de Mark is a great spot!
Excellent wine choices, great appetizers/meal and incredible service.
On the higher price range, but a great experience.
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El Tiburon de la Costa remains a great spot for dinner.
Great meals and service.
Best seafood option in Ixtapa.
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Incredible mushroom quesadillas at Margaritas.
Incredible blend of the subtel oil released from the melted Chihuahua cheese, tasty mushrooms and light grilled onions is awesome. So good took one home to try later with red wine.
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OK, Shoot the messenger.
Friends in town and NFL Sunday. Sounds like pizza and beer, or wine.
First time to try Pizza Hut, Zihuatanejo
Walk in and smells like and looks like Pizza Hut. Limited seating area and Coke products vs Pepsi in the States.
Ordered to go and took about 30 minutes from order to walk out.
Large pan Pizza topped with pepperoni,sausage and mushrooms tasted identical to the States.
Great taste, value, and will back throughout the remainder of the NFL season.
Pizza pairs well La Cetto Vino del Valle de Guadalupe, BC. Or any beer.
They also sell wings.
Delivery limited to Zih
Great NFL Sunday meal coupled with Cowboys win and 4 taen parlay win.
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by ZihuaRob , Zihuatanejo, México, Sunday, November 24, 2024, 20:15 (713 days ago) @ Max
OK, Shoot the messenger.
Friends in town and NFL Sunday. Sounds like pizza and beer, or wine.
First time to try Pizza Hut, Zihuatanejo
Walk in and smells like and looks like Pizza Hut. Limited seating area and Coke products vs Pepsi in the States.
Ordered to go and took about 30 minutes from order to walk out.
Large pan Pizza topped with pepperoni,sausage and mushrooms tasted identical to the States.
Great taste, value, and will back throughout the remainder of the NFL season.
Pizza pairs well La Cetto Vino del Valle de Guadalupe, BC. Or any beer.
They also sell wings.
Delivery limited to ZihGreat NFL Sunday meal coupled with Cowboys win and 4 taen parlay win.
Thanks for the report. My family is anxious to give them a try, too. The nice thing about the pizza chains is they at least use mozzarella cheese that isn't always available to other local pizzerias.
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by Talley Ho , Playa la Ropa, Sunday, November 24, 2024, 20:39 (713 days ago) @ ZihuaRob
We have to admit, we have tried them too and they are consistently what we expect.
Fortunately, he has rediscovered making sourdough pizza crust with goat cheese, green olives and artichoke heart pizzas. Otherwise, back to the chain guys!!!!
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Had an excellent experience today at Eira Dental Group.
Professional staff, Doctora explained everything well and modern office/dental suites.
Highly recommend for your dental needs.
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Nothing can bring a better Oh Sh*t! Reaction followed by a great laugh than having a long skinny snake crawl over your feet while chilling on La Ropa.
It was another great day.
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by ZihuaRob , Zihuatanejo, México, Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 21:10 (711 days ago) @ Max
Nothing can bring a better Oh Sh*t! Reaction followed by a great laugh than having a long skinny snake crawl over your feet while chilling on La Ropa.
It was another great day.
No photo? That sounds like a thrill.
