Hussong’s Cantina

Rosarito institution open since 1984 and home of the famous taco perrón: handmade flour tortillas with cheese, marinated hanger steak, pinto beans, and house salsa.

Long-running Tijuana taco stand in Zona Centro, claiming over 50 years in business. Charcoal-grilled meats on handmade tortillas at a small, cash-only spot with limited outdoor seating.

Family-run Ensenada restaurant with Aztec-themed murals and a menu blending traditional Mexican cooking with pre-Hispanic dishes. Signature pit-cooked Texcoco-style lamb barbacoa, plus tlacoyos and quesadillas with squash blossom, huitlacoche, and rajas.

Daytime Tijuana seafood spot in Altabrisa serving fresh Baja-style mariscos.