Checked it out today K.R looks very close to completion. Whats crazy is they have a drive through this will be a first for Tacos El Gordo. This is a perfect location not far off the freeway and the closest competition is Del Taco... (16 replies, last updated by grubbalot March 4, 2009)

Hello all, I have an instaiable fondness for burritos. Now my favorute burrito happens to be the super carne asade from a small chain of restaurant in No Cal called 'Gordos'. I was wondering if any So Cal chowhounds have been to... (16 replies, last updated by Dommy April 6, 2007)

bought out, and the Zarri family will no longer work there at the end of '06. New owner is supposed to keep it the same way, so my fingers are crossed. It’s so good, I’d hate to lose it. I’ve ben going there... (9 replies, last updated by jschyun March 31, 2006)

on inspection. Grilled crisp rectangles of bite sized asada. If looks could kill, the buche would have done me in. Greaseless, beautiful little hunks of literal golden meat. Very Generous portions for 1.55 taco. "FORGET EL GORDO,"... (28 replies, last updated by Masa Assassin September 21, 2008)

and Mexican. The most locally famous of the lot is Gordo's Mexicateria, noted for large helpings of all-you-can-eat mexican. Not recommended as haute cuisine, certainly, but is fun, and will feed the family. (3 replies, last updated by Dr. Brawn February 9, 2006)

Depends, For Authentic street tacos, Tacos el Gordo in Chula Vista. Authetic regional, Mama Testa, on University, in San Diego Great Mexican soups and generous meals, La Especial del Norte, in Solana Beach Super Fresh Seafood Tortas... (3 replies, last updated by R.Gozinya May 10, 2006)

posting those on their website.) Another good choice is: La Casa del Gordo 2014 First St. Highland Park 60035-1428 847-266-1411 (4 replies, last updated by Markauf December 21, 2006)

at Del Posto are much, much better. I wonder if I try different dishes on the menu, whether I might have a better experience. I liked the setting, space and service. And I assume that Gordo would be capable of more. Plus, there... (3 replies, last updated by MonicaGayle November 25, 2007)

touristy and the food is totally mediocre. San Jose del Cabo is a little better but we’d love to find a great place closeby in Cabo San Lucas. We’re not really interested in going to other resorts to eat. (5 replies, last updated by beme December 22, 2008)

their burritos; the “cheese” on the tostadas and nachos is... well, let’s just say not good. Salty, too. I liked Taqueria Del Sol, 14th between Franklin and Webster. Their higher-end burritos have jalapenos in... (5 replies, last updated by Marc Wallace July 31, 2003)

(resembling a pasta carbonara), and cod with pistachio, tomato, and olives. El Boliche del Gordo Cahrera -A restaurant in Eixample that had a business lunch crowd; the menu del dia was 15 euro (including wine, water, and coffee).... (1 reply, last updated by gourmandadventurer August 14, 2009)

Pacifica Del Mar – Salmon Pampelmousse – Lobster stew Dobsons – Mussel bisque Fidels – Fajitas Torrey Pines Lodge Bar – hamburger (19 replies, last updated by scout909 January 13, 2007)

'm hoping for more than Anna’s. Despite the same menu as Gordo in the Bay Area (and being owned by the cousin of Gordo's owner) I felt it lacked the mission-style’s “chi,” from the tortilla down. That said,... (24 replies, last updated by a&w November 29, 2004)

Hands down, Boca del Rio in La Puente on Hacienda Blvd. Don’t let the building fool you, the food is to die for. (17 replies, last updated by Gourmand007 October 9, 2005)

.prairiegrasscafe.com For French bistro, go to Cafe Central in Highland Park or to Miramar in Highwood. www.miramarbistro.com For Indian food, the Curry Hut in Highwood is a good choice. For regional Mexican, there’s La Casa... (9 replies, last updated by nsxtasy September 29, 2007)