Mochomos Tijuana — Restaurant in Baja California

I'm giving 4 stars reluctantly as I know they just recently opened this location so are clearly going through some startup struggles but I'd say if I had the same experience in 6 months I'd drop to 3 stars. Positives: The Rib Eye Mochomos and Camarones Banados were excellent. I ordered the steak medium rare and it was done perfectly which I can say is somewhat rare (pun intended) in Baja where meat is usually on the overcooked side. Also, we had the house red Vino Mochomos and it was excellent especially for the price. Negatives: the two appetizers were flavorless, messy and unattractive. The "carpaccio" portobello was not thin slices as is described in the menu and assumed since that's what "carpaccio" is but rather thick, flavorless chunks of mushroom - more like a salad. The Bocadillos de Atun were on a crisp sitting in oil that only served to make the crisp a soggy mess and despite all the ingredients thrown on the plate, also hand almost no flavor until some chili oil from the table was added. The plating was also very unattractive. The dessert, pastel de elote, looked like they weren't quite sure how to put it together so it was an awkward presentation that immediately tipped over on the first bite. The top was dry and the bottom was very good. The ice cream helped with this but it wasn't the best impression for the last bite of the meal. Finally, and this is just an extreme personal annoyance, they asked if we wanted still or sparkling water to begin. Both my guest and I said sparkling. Without asking, they brought us two very overpriced SMALL bottles of pellegrino at nearly $5 per bottle. They had other small bottles for less and 3 large format bottles on the menu for $4-6. When I asked they said they only had small bottles. At least ask a preference when we order or explain up front you're out. Finally, minor but the liquor shelves behind the bar were messy and half empty. It's a beautiful place but that really made it look...

Im actually confused why this place has so many great reviews.

We went to animal a few weeks ago and the server told us we had to try this place. So I had my gf call and make a reservation. We showed up 10 minutes early and were told that they were cleaning our table. The lobby was absolutely packed. I was a little irritated because the host asked me three or four times if I wanted a beer but I kept repeating that I didn’t, and after a while I just asked about our table (it took about 25 minutes).

I took a picture of these little placard things on the wall because they were so misaligned I thought I should break out my tool bag and fix it really quick.

We got inside and had to squeeze through a maze of tables to get to our seats. There were so many people, loud music, and everyone trying to talk over everyone. The atmosphere was like being at a club, and I wasn’t expecting that. I thought it was a romantic dinner spot like animal.

The food was just ok, overpriced for what it was, and the wine selection was great and surprised me…. But when I asked for a bottle, they were out…. And when I asked for another, they were also out. The waiter assured me that never happened, and maybe it was but I thought it was kind of funny.

Overall probably won’t come back because it’s too busy for me, but loved the architecture of this place, just too much...

Un Banquete Digno de la Realeza (y Posiblemente de una Comedia de Televisión)

Déjenme decirles que esto no fue solo una cena… fue una experiencia gastronómica de alto nivel. Entré a este restaurante elegante esperando una comida y salí sintiéndome como si tuviera que inclinar mi corona ante el personal.

Primero, el servicio: absolutamente espectacular. Nos atendieron los superhéroes del restaurante, Erita y José. Estoy convencido de que son meseros a medio tiempo y repartidores de alegría a tiempo completo. No los vi dejar de sonreír ni un segundo. En un momento estornudé y José apareció con una servilleta, una bendición y un plato extra por si el estornudo me quitaba el apetito. Profesionales no, lo siguiente. Le dije al gerente que tiene una suerte increíble de tenerlos… o mala suerte si algún día abro un negocio en esta ciudad, porque me los robo sin pensarlo (es broma… o no tanto).

Y la comida… Madre mía. No solo comí, degusté. Disfruté. Hice ruidos que normalmente reservo para días de spa o vacaciones sorpresa. Todo estaba para chuparse los dedos, y ya estoy planeando volver en mi última noche en la ciudad para una cena de despedida tan regia que debería incluir una corona y una orquesta en vivo.

¿Y los precios? Más que justos. Diría que son criminalmente razonables. Estaba esperando que el gerente saliera corriendo detrás de mí gritando: “¡Espere! ¡Le faltó pagar el recargo por la atmósfera elegante!”

En resumen: date el gusto y ve a comer aquí como la majestad que eres. Seas rey, reina, bufón o simplemente alguien con buen diente, este lugar te hará sentir como de la nobleza.

Gracias, Erita y José, por una noche deliciosa e inolvidable. 👑

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A Feast Fit for Royalty (and Possibly a Sitcom Episode)

Let me tell you, this wasn’t just dinner—it was a full-on fine dining experience. I stumbled into this high-class establishment expecting a meal and left feeling like I needed to tip my crown to the staff.

First off, the service? Outrageously good. We were served by the dynamic duo, Erita and Jose—honestly, I’m convinced they’re part-time servers and full-time sunshine dispensers. I didn’t see them not smiling once. At one point, I sneezed and I swear Jose appeared with a napkin, a blessing, and a backup entrée just in case I lost my appetite. Professional doesn’t even cover it. I told their manager he should consider himself lucky to have them—or unlucky if I open a business in town, because I’m snatching those two up (jokingly, but also… not?).

Now, the food. Oh boy. I didn’t just eat—I dined. I devoured. I made sounds I usually reserve for spa days and surprise vacations. Everything was chef’s kiss, and I’m already planning to return on my last night in town for a farewell feast so regal it should come with a crown and a dramatic orchestra swell.

Oh, and the prices? More than fair. I’d say they’re criminally reasonable. I half expected the manager to chase me out saying, “Wait! You forgot to pay the ambience surcharge!”

In summary: treat yourself like the majestic legend you are and go eat here. Whether you’re a king, queen, jester, or just someone who likes to chew in style, this place will have you feeling like royalty.

Thank you, Erita and Jose, for a deliciously...