Aqui Es Texcoco (again)

Thanks for stopping by to read this blog about food,  mmm-yoso!!! Cathy is writing today. 

We found ourselves in Chula Vista and stopped at Starbread Bakery for a small treat then walked next door to Aqui Es Texcoco (the same location which moved  one mile North on Broadway, South of H, briefly changed names from Aqui Es Texcoco to Al Pastor Authentic Mexican Grill and now it's back to the original name (same owners the whole time)). Traditional lamb barbecue has been served in San Diego County since 1990.  There are locations in Tijuana and in Los Angeles.

 We ordered a medium tamarind agua fresca (fresh water)($3.25)which is made in-house, not from concentrate. Excellent tamarind flavor; refreshing and not too sweet.
One complimentary lamb broth (consommé) was brought out because of one of our orders.  You can also order one small cup for $3.25.  A good deep flavor/concentrated fresh lamb broth made with lamb drippings and with garbanzo beans.   The lamb mixiote ($14.75). Mixiote is traditionally pit barbecue but can be made in an oven. Cubed meat mixed with pasilla peppers, thyme, cumin, garlic and cactus pieces.   Other spices are in the mix, too.  It's all wrapped in parchment paper then cooked (if pit cooked, it's wrapped in maguey leaves) (either way, it's slow cooked). This unique 'stew' has such a medly of flavors, including the unique robust (not really gamey) lamb .

 The Chicharron de Queso ($7) is just that- crisp cheese made on a flat top grill.  The guacamole is included and is always fresh (and wonderful). By itself, this is a decadent snack. An order of flautas ($9.50). Flour tortillas filled then deep fried to a light crispness, topped with lettuce, creama and shredded cotija.  The filling choices are lamb, chicken, potatoes or beans.  Three are are quite a meal, or good for sharing.  

Always a nice place to stop for a meal or snack.

Aqui Es Texcoco 520 Broadway Chula Vista 91910 (619)427-4045 Website Open daily 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

Comments

[kat]

mixiote, learned something new, looks delicious.

[Cathy]

It's great, Kat. Very old fashioned/authentic. Always a great place to stop.