Comida Corrida and Other Edibles

Tinabean · 10-04-2005

Greetings all,

I read and re-read every thread under the Changarros y Mas and have learned a lot! HOWEVER, many of those posts are old and I was looking for some updated, current information. Maybe some of you foodies could help me out.

I'll be staying at the Riviera Caribe Maya (10th Ave. & calle 30), at the north end of town. Are there any good places for Comida Corrida near there? I have no problem hoping in a cab for good food... but walking a great distance will be an issue as I have a herniated disk in my back (lovely!).

Also, as I'm an avid Mapchick mapper... I see many new restaurants in the northern end of town, I'm curious if anyone has any comments on these:

Tintos y Tapas
Sushi Tlan
Ole Taurino
Uglia Maktub Cafe
Sushi Ken
El Artista
La Hora Feliz
Puro Bueno

I haven't heard much about these, and since we'll be in Mexico, I know the Mayan food will be top-notch, but I never know about other ethnic foods. I'm most curious about the sushi, is it good? Also, I tend learn towards a vegetarian menu (and travelling with a hardcore veggie)... any good places with options other than pasta?

I appreciate any thoughts!
Tina

louloupants · 10-04-2005

I sampled some sushi around town...my favorite was at 'Deli Fish' next to Plaza Pelicanos It was very good. Between Ave 10 and 15. If you go...try the 'Yakemeshi with crab' its sooo yummy.

Michael · 10-05-2005

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Originally Posted by Tinabean

and since we'll be in Mexico, I know the Mayan food will be top-notch,

that has not been my experience in Quintana Roo. There are a few ok places, but overall I have to manage without untill I get back into Yucatan.

Tinabean · 10-05-2005

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Originally Posted by louloupants

I sampled some sushi around town...my favorite was at 'Deli Fish' next to Plaza Pelicanos It was very good. Between Ave 10 and 15. If you go...try the 'Yakemeshi with crab' its sooo yummy.

Good to know! Thank you!

Anything is good with crab... I have NO idea what Yakemeshi is... but I'll try it once.

Tina

louloupants · 10-06-2005

The Yakemeshi is crab mixed with cream cheese (I think) and a hint of something spicy and topped over rice. Its $30 pesos for that and the sushi rolls were very fresh and delicious...they were also around $25 - $35 pesos. Each roll was 10 pieces. My second favorite sushi was at Kabuki on Calle 8.

Tinabean · 10-06-2005

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Originally Posted by louloupants

The Yakemeshi is crab mixed with cream cheese (I think) and a hint of something spicy and topped over rice. Its $30 pesos for that and the sushi rolls were very fresh and delicious...they were also around $25 - $35 pesos. Each roll was 10 pieces. My second favorite sushi was at Kabuki on Calle 8.

Sounds good to me! I appreciate the info, I'll add it to my running list!

Tina

**Heather** · 10-06-2005

The restaurant Maktub, on 5th avenue between Babe's 2 and Tintos y Tapas is WONDERFUL, especially for a vegetarian. They have typical Middle Eastern food like Hummus, Falafel, Babaganoush, etc. Very well-priced, too. Also, Babe's is always a good choice, since you can ask them to make nearly anything on their menu without meat.

alwaysmissinpdc · 10-06-2005

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Originally Posted by Tinabean

Greetings all,

I read and re-read every thread under the Changarros y Mas and have learned a lot! HOWEVER, many of those posts are old and I was looking for some updated, current information. Maybe some of you foodies could help me out.

I'll be staying at the Riviera Caribe Maya (10th Ave. & calle 30), at the north end of town. Are there any good places for Comida Corrida near there?

I was wondering this myself. James started an appealing thread but it would be nice to have an update. Also, any late breaking developments in the quest for the perfect pollo assados?

**denisea** · 10-06-2005

You'll find all sorts of wonderful local food all along Av 30 between Constituyentes Av and Calle 30. One of my favorites is El Fogon. Another excellent place is La Bamba Jaroche. These are just a few of the wonderful local eateries that can be found along this stretch.

Michael · 10-06-2005

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Originally Posted by denisea

You'll find all sorts of wonderful local food all along Av 30 between Constituyentes Av and Calle 30. One of my favorites is El Fogon. Another excellent place is La Bamba Jaroche. These are just a few of the wonderful local eateries that can be found along this stretch.

La Bamba Jarocha on Ave 30 and Calle 36. I think there used to be one one on Ave 10, but I am not sure if it is still there.

**denisea** · 10-06-2005

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Originally Posted by michaelholmes

La Bamba Jarocha on Ave 30 and Calle 36. I think there used to be one one on Ave 10, but I am not sure if it is still there.

Thanks for correcting my spelling Michael and clarifying the exact location. And yes, I believe you're also correct that the second location on Av 10 is no longer in existence.

alwaysmissinpdc · 10-07-2005

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Originally Posted by denisea

You'll find all sorts of wonderful local food all along Av 30 between Constituyentes Av and Calle 30. One of my favorites is El Fogon. Another excellent place is La Bamba Jaroche. These are just a few of the wonderful local eateries that can be found along this stretch.

Thank you Denisea. I had seen a pic and a positive post about El Fagon-then I forgot the name and couldn't find it in my notes.

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La Bamba Jarocha on Ave 30 and Calle 36. I think there used to be one one on Ave 10, but I am not sure if it is still there.

Thanks to you too Michael. The info is appreciated.

PlayadelSoul · 10-07-2005

Food tastes better on the other side of Constituyentes, IMHO.

The best carnitas that I have found in PdC come from the back of a pickup truck near the entrance to Colosio. Big, huge meat-packed tacos for 8 pesos a pop. Every taxi driver and cop in Playa can be found there at least once a week. The guys parks on the side of the road between 30th and 35th on the street right before Gigante.

Tinabean · 10-07-2005

I shouldn't be reading this while I'm hungry! Growwwwl.

Just more good stuff to put in my notes!

Where exactly is Colosio?

absoluteAL · 10-08-2005

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Originally Posted by louloupants

The Yakemeshi is crab mixed with cream cheese (I think) and a hint of something spicy and topped over rice. Its $30 pesos for that and the sushi rolls were very fresh and delicious...they were also around $25 - $35 pesos. Each roll was 10 pieces. My second favorite sushi was at Kabuki on Calle 8.

I have been by Kabuki and Deli Fish many times and never found either one to be busy enough for me to eat their sushi. If I eat sushi (which I love), I want the fish to be extremely fresh - when I see very little turn over, I usually go to a place that is busier and the sushi (fish) is not in the case for days on end. I own restaurants and tend to err on the side of caution.

10-04-2005	#1 (permalink)
Tinabean into ruins Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 65	Comida Corrida and Other Edibles Greetings all, I read and re-read every thread under the Changarros y Mas and have learned a lot! HOWEVER, many of those posts are old and I was looking for some updated, current information. Maybe some of you foodies could help me out. I'll be staying at the Riviera Caribe Maya (10th Ave. & calle 30), at the north end of town. Are there any good places for Comida Corrida near there? I have no problem hoping in a cab for good food... but walking a great distance will be an issue as I have a herniated disk in my back (lovely!). Also, as I'm an avid Mapchick mapper... I see many new restaurants in the northern end of town, I'm curious if anyone has any comments on these: Tintos y Tapas Sushi Tlan Ole Taurino Uglia Maktub Cafe Sushi Ken El Artista La Hora Feliz Puro Bueno I haven't heard much about these, and since we'll be in Mexico, I know the Mayan food will be top-notch, but I never know about other ethnic foods. I'm most curious about the sushi, is it good? Also, I tend learn towards a vegetarian menu (and travelling with a hardcore veggie)... any good places with options other than pasta? I appreciate any thoughts! Tina

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10-04-2005	#2 (permalink)
louloupants toe in water Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 55	I sampled some sushi around town...my favorite was at 'Deli Fish' next to Plaza Pelicanos It was very good. Between Ave 10 and 15. If you go...try the 'Yakemeshi with crab' its sooo yummy.

10-06-2005	#5 (permalink)
louloupants toe in water Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 55	The Yakemeshi is crab mixed with cream cheese (I think) and a hint of something spicy and topped over rice. Its $30 pesos for that and the sushi rolls were very fresh and delicious...they were also around $25 - $35 pesos. Each roll was 10 pieces. My second favorite sushi was at Kabuki on Calle 8.

10-06-2005	#7 (permalink)
Heather Staff Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Playa del Carmen Posts: 8,440	The restaurant Maktub, on 5th avenue between Babe's 2 and Tintos y Tapas is WONDERFUL, especially for a vegetarian. They have typical Middle Eastern food like Hummus, Falafel, Babaganoush, etc. Very well-priced, too. Also, Babe's is always a good choice, since you can ask them to make nearly anything on their menu without meat.

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denisea Forum Goddess Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: On the road to ruins... Posts: 7,025	You'll find all sorts of wonderful local food all along Av 30 between Constituyentes Av and Calle 30. One of my favorites is El Fogon. Another excellent place is La Bamba Jaroche. These are just a few of the wonderful local eateries that can be found along this stretch.

10-07-2005	#13 (permalink)
PlayadelSoul añejo Join Date: May 2005 Location: We'll know when we get there, We'll find mercy Posts: 8,962	Food tastes better on the other side of Constituyentes, IMHO. The best carnitas that I have found in PdC come from the back of a pickup truck near the entrance to Colosio. Big, huge meat-packed tacos for 8 pesos a pop. Every taxi driver and cop in Playa can be found there at least once a week. The guys parks on the side of the road between 30th and 35th on the street right before Gigante.

10-07-2005	#14 (permalink)
Tinabean into ruins Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 65	I shouldn't be reading this while I'm hungry! Growwwwl. Just more good stuff to put in my notes! Where exactly is Colosio?

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