I saw a listing in Urban Times magazine for a new Mexican bakery — Don Miguel Mexican Bakery and Cakes at 2100 Summit. I’m always looking to build the better donut, so Mr. Heatherkay and I swung by after grabbing... (5 replies, last updated by zataar February 5, 2008)

Sardines: I saved the best for last. While the less adventurous diners might want to steer clear of this dish, those willing to try this are in for an amazing revelation. I don't think I’m good enough to relate just how... (4 replies, last updated by rob November 1, 2004)

My wife and I just returned from spending five days in San Miguel de Allende visiting family who live there. One of the most memorable and delicious dinners I have had in a long, long time was at an Italian restaurant called... (8 replies, last updated by bpowers67 October 11, 2007)

! From their menu: San Miguel Fine & Authentic Guatemalan Cuisine 3263 – Mission Street [between 29th and 30th Sts.] San Francisco, CA 94110 Phone (415) 641-5866 (5 replies, last updated by Eat_Nopal August 6, 2007)

Any restaurant tips for San Miguel? (I know,,,it’s touristy). I have visited Mexico many times, and really love the food, in any incarnation. So long as it’s not Sanborns. Thanks (6 replies, last updated by magfoodguy March 13, 2009)

Mexico is great in general, and San Miguel Allende is in particular. It’s small and pretty, a great place for walking around and low-key sightseeing and relaxing. And as I recall, the food was quite good as well (I don... (5 replies, last updated by Jim Leff September 18, 1999)

I’m going to San Miguel de Allende in August for cooking lessons and would love any recommendations for restaurants in the area. We already have plans to go to Tio Lucas, Nirvana and Ristorante da Andrea. Any chowhounds... (1 reply, last updated by guera July 30, 2006)

the "don't do that." So I didn’t have any myself. Next time I have exactly three of six people that want to go back, I’ll have it. Dinner – I had Borrego — Loin lamb chops served with a grilled goat cheese... (9 replies, last updated by ChrissieH May 28, 2004)

This is a brief summary that my friend wrote up about our trip. I’ve added a few of my own comments. San Miguel de Allende... (0 replies, last updated by StephP September 25, 2006)

Jacaranda-Aldama #53 La Posadita – on Aldema around the corner from the Parroquia, amazing view and great food. Bougaivilleas amd Rincon de Don Tomas- Portal de Guadalupe #@ Capilla- never been but hear great things. (18 replies, last updated by RoyRon May 8, 2007)

As it turns out, I just returned from a visit to both towns. Earlier chowhound posts suggest that there’s better eating in Guanajuato than in San Miguel. If that’s true, my experience did not corroborate it. I had... (6 replies, last updated by E.Kantro October 31, 2006)

I’m in San Miguel and have eaten at a lot of mediocre restaurants and hole in the walls. Ten ten pie, so-so; pueblo viaje – mediocre except the chicken fajita which was ok; don tomas – good mole amarillo but the... (0 replies, last updated by Deborah Pastor August 5, 2004)

Just want to agree with the statement about the fancy place in San Miguel — La Capilla Real? — it’s absolutely fantastic for a margarita on the terrace, but terrible for food. I posted Feb 13 2005 about what I... (3 replies, last updated by okjustfine March 8, 2006)

courtyard). In San Miguel, I was mostly disappointed with the food. However, the margaritas on the terrace of La Capilla Real (against the right wall of the cathedral as you face it—NOT the terrace directly on the plaza to... (4 replies, last updated by Maria October 8, 2005)

. The patio with all of the twinkle lights is beautiful and the dining room is pretty stunning. I also think that their Don Julio margaritas are one the best margaritas in San Miguel and I have done extensive taste testing. :-)... (49 replies, last updated by 09vaca March 25, 2009)