Old Town
Trip Ideas
Explore Further
Old Town is more about the history, shopping, and sights than it is about dining. Most locals head downtown for a meal. But if you really want to eat here, Mexican food is your best bet.
In Old Town’s little corner of Mexico, Bazaar del Mundo, you can find some great South-of-the-Border eats in a variety of styles and price ranges. Join the party at Casa Guadalajara (4105 Taylor St., 619/295-5111, http://bazaardelmundo.com, Mon.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sat. 7 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 7 a.m.–10 p.m., happy hour Mon.–Fri. 4–7 p.m.). From the moment you see the low, whitewashed, adobe-style building with the red-tiled roof, you’ll start to feel the Mexican atmosphere.
Inside, enjoy the music of strolling mariachis as you sip a margarita and dine on excellent regional Mexican cuisine. The seafood-heavy menu features Mexican classics as well as the chef’s unique creations. Be sure to check out the daily specials!
© Liz Hamill Scott from Moon California, 2nd Edition
Buy Moon Travel Guides
Search
Moon Travel Guides make independent travel and outdoor exploration fun and accessible. With expert and adventurous travel writers delivering a mix of honest insight, first-rate strategic travel advice, insider travel tips and an essential dose of humor, Moon Travel Guides ensure that travelers have an uncommon and entirely satisfying experience. Each travel book is filled with unique trip ideas, easy-to-use maps, and detailed information on sights, restaurants, and accommodations. Moon Travel Guides not only point you in the right direction, they inspire new ideas and adventure. Whether you are seeking a relaxing beach trip to Hawaii, or an adventure travel trip to the rainforests of Costa Rica, Moon guidebooks—and Moon.com—are with you every step of the way. Founded in 1973, the Moon Travel Guides series includes Moon Handbooks, Moon Outdoors, Moon Metro, Moon Living Abroad and Moon Spotlight travel books. Moon is based in Berkeley, California and is a proud member of the Perseus Books Group.