My favorite meal in PDC? HC de Monterrey butcher shop... - Page 15

rohausser · 12-14-2006

I was turned away at a few minutes before 6:00 PM last Monday Evening (Dec. 11.) It looked like there were no other customers eating at that time. Perhaps they were closing from lack of interest, and had starting turning away others before me? Or maybe it was JUST me?

Very good steak and baked potato, if that's your craving - but, in my opinion, there are lots of more "interesting" places to dine in Playa.

BTW, I discovered that the meat (beef) sold at the new Mega Superstore is some of the best that I've tasted in several years. Not sure what their source is - Argentina? T-Bones the size of a plate!

itsmysecondtime · 12-14-2006

Will have to keep this restaurant in the frontburner next time down there.

BTW have you given it any serious thought as to buying the place?

Sol · 12-14-2006

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Originally Posted by rohausser

I was turned away at a few minutes before 6:00 PM last Monday Evening (Dec. 11.) It looked like there were no other customers eating at that time. Perhaps they were closing from lack of interest, and had starting turning away others before me? Or maybe it was JUST me?

Very good steak and baked potato, if that's your craving - but, in my opinion, there are lots of more "interesting" places to dine in Playa.

BTW, I discovered that the meat (beef) sold at the new Mega Superstore is some of the best that I've tasted in several years. Not sure what their source is - Argentina? T-Bones the size of a plate!

Ah...don't take it personally. I have arrived around that time and have been turned away. On another occasion, a friend that used to work there was going to have the gentleman at the grill fire it up again so that I could eat there and this poor individual looked at me like saying "Please don't, I have been here all day and I want to go home." I opted for going to eat elsewhere. They shut down after customers stop arriving. You might have just shown up later. So, don't feel bad.

StewartG · 12-15-2006

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Originally Posted by rohausser

I was turned away at a few minutes before 6:00 PM last Monday Evening (Dec. 11.) It looked like there were no other customers eating at that time. Perhaps they were closing from lack of interest, and had starting turning away others before me? Or maybe it was JUST me?

Very good steak and baked potato, if that's your craving - but, in my opinion, there are lots of more "interesting" places to dine in Playa.

BTW, I discovered that the meat (beef) sold at the new Mega Superstore is some of the best that I've tasted in several years. Not sure what their source is - Argentina? T-Bones the size of a plate!

For future reference... IMHO, you don't go to HC for the steak, you go for the arracharra platter. I've had the steak there, and its very good, but basically... Just another good steak. Do yourself a favor and go one more time, but order the arracharra platter. I generally get it with the grilled onion, but a potato is an option...

If/when you try it again, please report back and let us know what you think!

rohausser · 12-15-2006

Please don't think that I'm Bad Mouthing the SuperCarne, as my large medium rare ribeye steak, baked potato, avacado, tortillas, and two Diet Cokes (all for 200 Pesos) were very good - and possibly the best-for-price in Playa. Having eaten twice at El Fogon during the prior week, I just wasn't in the mood for the Arracharra Platter. It seemed to be what most other people were enjoying, and normally, I would have ordered it (as steak about anywhere can be good, but usually the same.)

I certainly will on my next visit, along with a side of Chorizo. Just wish I could count on them staying open later in the evening.

We all need to remember that reviews of, especially, restaurants are influenced by the tastes and mood of the reporter, and should be recognized as solely their opinion. That is why it is nice to have confirming reports. To judge HC by just one patron's steak, would be like condeming Manne's Biergarten when ordering anything OTHER than his fantastic roast pork on a Friday Night!

StewartG · 12-15-2006

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Originally Posted by rohausser

Please don't think that I'm Bad Mouthing the SuperCarne, as my large medium rare ribeye steak, baked potato, avacado, tortillas, and two Diet Cokes (all for 200 Pesos) were very good - and possibly the best-for-price in Playa. Having eaten twice at El Fogon during the prior week, I just wasn't in the mood for the Arracharra Platter. It seemed to be what most other people were enjoying, and normally, I would have ordered it (as steak about anywhere can be good, but usually the same.)

I certainly will on my next visit, along with a side of Chorizo. Just wish I could count on them staying open later in the evening.

We all need to remember that reviews of, especially, restaurants are influenced by the tastes and mood of the reporter, and should be recognized as solely their opinion. That is why it is nice to have confirming reports. To judge HC by just one patron's steak, would be like condeming Manne's Biergarten when ordering anything OTHER than his fantastic roast pork on a Friday Night!

Please don't misunderstand! I wasn't accusing you of bad mouthing HC at all!

Even if you HAD tried the arracharra platter and did not like it, your review and opinion would still be more than welcome!

My only point was that I was hoping you would give the place another try and try the arracharra platter as that *is* what the place is known for...

Going to HC and posting a review about their grilled ribeye steak, is, I think, somewhat like going to Nathan's famous hot dog stand on Coney Island in Brooklyn (which, as it turns out, I may get to eat at again this weekend!), and posting a review of their . . . hamburger.

I've had the arracharra at both El Fogon and HC many times and, IMHO, there is just no comparison. FWIW, James (the pope of playa.info) thinks the arracharra at HC is just "okay" and "nothing special." Also FWIW, from what I can see, he's in the minority in his opinion, at least as to the members of this board who have eaten there.

Of course, next time you eat there, if you try the arracharra, you may agree with his opinion. Thats okay too! We've got a "big meat tent" party here on playa.info...!

J Man · 01-06-2007

Had it for lunch today. My wife and friends were non believers, and questioned my judgement several times on our adventouros walk to this fine establishment. They loved it, and said I'm the man, and will not be doubted again when it comes to food. I ate here in May, but it was a lot better today even though it was good then. I am a big fan of Chicago Jose, but I enjoyed this meal over the $27 rib eye I bought last night.

Our meal of choice for supper tonight is going to be Dr. Taco, and then mucho grande tequila shots the rest of the evening.

Felony · 01-06-2007

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Originally Posted by J Man

Had it for lunch today. My wife and friends were non believers, and questioned my judgement several times on our adventouros walk to this fine establishment. They loved it, and said I'm the man, and will not be doubted again when it comes to food. I ate here in May, but it was a lot better today even though it was good then. I am a big fan of Chicago Jose, but I enjoyed this meal over the $27 rib eye I bought last night.

Our meal of choice for supper tonight is going to be Dr. Taco, and then mucho grande tequila shots the rest of the evening.

Don't eat everything before we get there on Tuesday!

Hope you're having a good time!

playalong · 01-06-2007

HC was mentioned in the Air Canada in flight magazine. the word is getting out!

PAUL250268 · 01-07-2007

We had an awesome bbq @ Jason's place last night. (playacountryboy).
The main feature was 8 X T-bone steaks from HC's.
They were VERY GOOD!!!!!
I think that we may hold 1 a month. At least.

Paul

Debbielasvegas · 01-09-2007

I was there in Nov. In case anyone was worried about ordering in English... the manager is a guy from Indiana or somewhere. Good ol Boy.

Said something about the owner wanting to start franchising it.

No worries. You will Love it !! Oh, dont forget to ask for the big black marker pen and leave some written love on the walls.

StewartG · 01-09-2007

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Originally Posted by Debbielasvegas

I was there in Nov. In case anyone was worried about ordering in English... the manager is a guy from Indiana or somewhere. Good ol Boy.

Said something about the owner wanting to start franchising it.

No worries. You will Love it !! Oh, dont forget to ask for the big black marker pen and leave some written love on the walls.

I've eaten there many times... I don't think I've ever seen any "good old boy" types working there! All the guys I've seen there (including the guy I thought was the manager) were latin. Most spoke some english, but seemed to be native spanish speakers...!

Are we talking about the same place?

Debbielasvegas · 01-09-2007

StewartG, I am a bit cooky but this I am sure of ... I have a photo of him behind the glass making the red salsa. When my camera gets fixed (will take in tomorrow) I will post.

He said he's good friends with the owner, said he's the manager and was gonna probably move and start up another location (hence me remembering something about franchising, etc.) He really liked to talk lots. I just wanted to dig into my food but he liked the audience. Nice guy though. Mid 40's, average build, short-short hair.

Forgot exactly where he's from but I can tell you this, he's whiter than I am. A real gringo. Somewhere midwest.

HC de Monterrey. Promise same place. When you walk in... look to the table on the left. You will see on the wall " besos to Playa from Debbielasvegas" kathy.web is my witness.. her and Danny ate there the day after I was there. maybe she met the mystery gringo too... hmmm.. this is getting interesting. Maybe we should have a local do a drive by and check it out.

kittiekat · 01-09-2007

The wonderful man you are talking about is BRUCE from Canada.

And, there is another location in Cancun...........

playalong · 01-09-2007

His wife works at Playa Maya. Very nice lady. I remember her saying he grew up in Montreal, But lived in Vancouver prior to Playa.

12-15-2006	#215 (permalink)
rohausser beachaholic Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah - Originally from Marietta, Ohio with college in Indiana (DePauw & Purdue.) Posts: 251	Please don't think that I'm Bad Mouthing the SuperCarne, as my large medium rare ribeye steak, baked potato, avacado, tortillas, and two Diet Cokes (all for 200 Pesos) were very good - and possibly the best-for-price in Playa. Having eaten twice at El Fogon during the prior week, I just wasn't in the mood for the Arracharra Platter. It seemed to be what most other people were enjoying, and normally, I would have ordered it (as steak about anywhere can be good, but usually the same.) I certainly will on my next visit, along with a side of Chorizo. Just wish I could count on them staying open later in the evening. We all need to remember that reviews of, especially, restaurants are influenced by the tastes and mood of the reporter, and should be recognized as solely their opinion. That is why it is nice to have confirming reports. To judge HC by just one patron's steak, would be like condeming Manne's Biergarten when ordering anything OTHER than his fantastic roast pork on a Friday Night! Last edited by rohausser; 12-15-2006 at 02:21 AM..

01-09-2007	#223 (permalink)
Debbielasvegas life=playa Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 869	StewartG, I am a bit cooky but this I am sure of ... I have a photo of him behind the glass making the red salsa. When my camera gets fixed (will take in tomorrow) I will post. He said he's good friends with the owner, said he's the manager and was gonna probably move and start up another location (hence me remembering something about franchising, etc.) He really liked to talk lots. I just wanted to dig into my food but he liked the audience. Nice guy though. Mid 40's, average build, short-short hair. Forgot exactly where he's from but I can tell you this, he's whiter than I am. A real gringo. Somewhere midwest. HC de Monterrey. Promise same place. When you walk in... look to the table on the left. You will see on the wall " besos to Playa from Debbielasvegas" kathy.web is my witness.. her and Danny ate there the day after I was there. maybe she met the mystery gringo too... hmmm.. this is getting interesting. Maybe we should have a local do a drive by and check it out. Last edited by Debbielasvegas; 01-09-2007 at 02:25 AM..

12-14-2006	#211 (permalink)
rohausser beachaholic Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah - Originally from Marietta, Ohio with college in Indiana (DePauw & Purdue.) Posts: 251	I was turned away at a few minutes before 6:00 PM last Monday Evening (Dec. 11.) It looked like there were no other customers eating at that time. Perhaps they were closing from lack of interest, and had starting turning away others before me? Or maybe it was JUST me? Very good steak and baked potato, if that's your craving - but, in my opinion, there are lots of more "interesting" places to dine in Playa. BTW, I discovered that the meat (beef) sold at the new Mega Superstore is some of the best that I've tasted in several years. Not sure what their source is - Argentina? T-Bones the size of a plate!

12-14-2006	#212 (permalink)
itsmysecondtime añejo Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: West of the Boston Tea Party Posts: 4,047	Will have to keep this restaurant in the frontburner next time down there. BTW have you given it any serious thought as to buying the place?

01-06-2007	#217 (permalink)
J Man life=playa Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Arkansas Posts: 556	Had it for lunch today. My wife and friends were non believers, and questioned my judgement several times on our adventouros walk to this fine establishment. They loved it, and said I'm the man, and will not be doubted again when it comes to food. I ate here in May, but it was a lot better today even though it was good then. I am a big fan of Chicago Jose, but I enjoyed this meal over the $27 rib eye I bought last night. Our meal of choice for supper tonight is going to be Dr. Taco, and then mucho grande tequila shots the rest of the evening.

01-06-2007	#219 (permalink)
playalong ruined Join Date: May 2006 Location: midhurst ontario Posts: 95	HC was mentioned in the Air Canada in flight magazine. the word is getting out!

01-07-2007	#220 (permalink)
PAUL250268 life=playa Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Playa Del Carmen Posts: 604	We had an awesome bbq @ Jason's place last night. (playacountryboy). The main feature was 8 X T-bone steaks from HC's. They were VERY GOOD!!!!! I think that we may hold 1 a month. At least. Paul

01-09-2007	#221 (permalink)
Debbielasvegas life=playa Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 869	I was there in Nov. In case anyone was worried about ordering in English... the manager is a guy from Indiana or somewhere. Good ol Boy. Said something about the owner wanting to start franchising it. No worries. You will Love it !! Oh, dont forget to ask for the big black marker pen and leave some written love on the walls.

01-09-2007	#224 (permalink)
kittiekat life=playa Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: PDC in the campestre at La Casa del Mango Posts: 573	The wonderful man you are talking about is BRUCE from Canada. And, there is another location in Cancun...........

01-09-2007	#225 (permalink)
playalong ruined Join Date: May 2006 Location: midhurst ontario Posts: 95	His wife works at Playa Maya. Very nice lady. I remember her saying he grew up in Montreal, But lived in Vancouver prior to Playa.

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