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Surprisingly, La Cantera Musical was not recommended in my guidebook. Located just below the Mercado Gonzales Ortega, it is a beautiful restaurant full of dark wood and warm lighting, with musicians regularly strolling through the restaurant serenading you with songs (for a good tip, of course). The service is fast and friendly, and the food happens to be good as well. I ordered a plate of Enchiladas Zacatecanas (stuffed with cheese and baked in a light coating of non-spicy but deep, dark red tomato sauce) and a side of guacamole. Compared to the same enchiladas that I ordered at El Pueblito, I may as well have been eating a different dish. The flavours were rich and the textures were just right. It really was a meal of Mexican classics done "just right"- in a way that retains the authenticity while using very high quality ingredients and flavours. The restaurant is appropriate for families, couples and people dining alone- really, it's one of the best choices in Zacatecas! Don't miss it! Leave a Comment Theme: MexicanPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Tacuba 2Directions: Under the Mercado Gonzales Ortega, at the bottom of Calle Aguascalientes.Website: http://www.lacanteramusical.com/
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| | | | La Unica Cabana: Aguas Frescas - Yum! | Tip Rating: Satisfaction: | | | | |
La Unica Cabana is a popular taco restaurant, but we stopped by just for their famous aguas frescas (pureed fruit run through a strainer and mixed with water). I'd heard they had agua di chia (yes, like Chia Pets), but mysteriously they weren't carrying that flavour when we visited! Instead, I had a glass of their horchata (yum!) and my friend had a glass of their guava water (which she said was just right- pink, the way it should be). They had other flavours as well, such as pineapple and lime. We noticed some interesting salsas on the table to eat with tacos, including some we'd never seen elsewhere, so taco-lovers may want to to check La Unica Cabana out. Otherwise, just pop by as you wander around town and get a sweet, yummy drink to go. Leave a Comment Theme: MexicanPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Jardin IndependenciaDirections: Near the intersection of Tacuba and Juarez.
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| | | | Mi Viejo: Plus de Crepes en Zacatecas | Tip Rating: Satisfaction: | | | | |
Mi Viejo is a little coffee shop and cafe located just a few blocks from the Cathedral. The vibe is kind of like a mix of a shack in the middle of a forest and Starbucks- lots of dark, rustic wood, weird trinkets, grunge music and people plugging away on their laptops. I popped by one evening for a light snack, and went with one of their sweet crepes. I can't remember exactly what it was made from, but I can't forget that it came totally doused in Kahlua! I think it had some nuts and cream as well... however, the Kahlua was truly center stage. If you're looking for a filling, hearty crepe in Zacatecas, head to La Creperie. If you're looking for a sweet dessert crepe at an affordable price, Mi Viejo is the better option. If you're looking to practice your Spanish, chances are good the friendly young patrons at Mi Viejo will be open to chatting for a few minutes. It's little, it's cute, it's cheap... definitely a good stop if you're doing the backpacking thing! Leave a Comment Theme: FrenchPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Fernando Villapando 319Directions: Near the San Augustin church.
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| | | | Acropolis: Old-School Breakfasts | Satisfaction: | | | | |
Although Acropolis serves food all day, it is best known is a timeless choice for a hearty (okay, greasy) Mexican breakfast. In contrast to the beautiful gold mirrors, shiny cappucino maker and mirrored walls, your food will come slapped on a plastic plate that is placed on top of a paper placemat featuring a heartfelt testimonial from a customer who's been dining there for more than fifty years. Your table will come with a basket of sweet pastries (or not, if the staff doesn't think you can handle the 80-cents per pastry charge... it's not free!) to munch on if you please (and, I reiterate, if you pay).
For breakfast I supposedly had huevos rancheros, although it looked more like huevos mexicanos to me. Either way, lots of eggs, tomatoes and refried beans were to be had. The person I was with had a bowl of fruit, yogurt and granola. As I ordered from the "set menu" mine came with coffee and juice, but I noticed the cappucinos and lattes looked excellent. Overall it's a solid breakfast place, and the fact that it's packed all morning indicates that people consider it a good choice for the city. While you may have to wait a while, there are lots of newspapers to be borrowed at the cashier, so you can lounge around and find out what's happening in the city as you wait. Leave a Comment Theme: MexicanPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Mercado Gonzales OrtegaDirections: Beside the Cathedral.
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