4.8
Superb
14 Reviews
160 Soledad Street, Soledad · 8.52 miles
“Hands down, one of my absolute favorite things here is the Torta de Pierna. Growing up, whenever I went to Mexico, there was a lady who sold tortas right out of her house. The ones here taste almost identical to hers—nostalgic, delicious, and as you can see in the photo, the cross-section looks incredible. The bread she uses for all her tortas (the Torta de Milanesa is another huge favorite) has the absolute best texture. My dad is super picky about Menudo, but this is one of the very few places he actually approves of because most spots don't cook the meat right. A few highlights that make their menudo top-tier: House-Ground Black Chilis: The owner blends and grinds these himself. It adds insane flavor to the caldo, but go easy on it because it packs some real heat! Homegrown Lemons: He literally grows the lemons in the back, and they are super fresh and juicy. Handmade Tortillas: Made fresh, which makes all the difference with the broth. A couple of minor things to keep in mind: Seating: Space is pretty limited inside. If you can, grab the spot right to the right when you walk in—the sun hits it just right and it's the best seat in the house. Prep details: You might have to pick a few stems out of the oregano and trim a tiny bit of pellejo off the menudo meat, but honestly, it’s not a big deal at all given the quality. Pan Dulce: The bread is solid, though the selection is a bit limited compared to larger bakeries.”
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