Best "steak" in town

Had a few disappointments while we were there. La Trattoria...not sure on the spelling used to have the most insanely delicious steak I'd ever had, their steak Victoria. Last time we were down it wasn't as good...gave it one more chance this time..and it was decidedly bad..absolutely no flavor..and limp. The mushrooms were the only thing that had a taste. Our friend who ordered a pizza didn't get it till we were almost finished with our meals. What a shame and they've raised their prices. Tango just can't be beat. Their flap meat...wish they'd change the name! is unbeliveably delicious, tender and the flavor is beyond compare. It's so big that unless you're really hungry you'll be taking home a doggy bag. We also went to Hacienda and my husband had the fillet...much more expensive than the flap meat. We both agreed...it just didn't compare. Tango wins again!! The one thing good about the snowbirds not coming down in the usual numbers is that you can get a table without a reservation.

Kip

Had a ribeye steak at Bruno's the other night that was quite possibly the best I've ever had. It was cooked perfectly (rojo) ablolutely wonderful. Leaving for Wa state tomorrow so won't be back to Bruno's for a while.

For my money the best steaks here are at Tango and Hacienda. BTW, "flap meat" is Vaccio. There's no similar cut NOB, therefor the unappetizing translation. Roberto's Steak Diane is pretty good too.

I agree whole heartedly about Roberto's. Everything I've had so far there has been great. The Thai shrimp were out of this world. Their sunday brunch was terrific! Haven't tried Armando's yet, but will definitely give it a shot. What did you have that you would reccomend?

Kip

Cows up here have to have the same "parts"...right? So how would I go about getting that cut here?

Kip

I was under the impression that Vaccio (Argentinian), flap steak, Arrechera (Mexican), are different names for what NOB would be called Skirt steak. If that is incorrect please, educate me.

OMG Bobby not even close! Although I like arachera too. That's why I wish they'd change the name. It's a huge THICK cut of meat with no bone, fat or gristle. Hugely tender and practically explodes in your mouth with flavor! I've never ANYWHERE had anything so good...and I love the fillet at Bruno's and Vicky's but Tango's great steak with the ugly name it really hard to beat.

Kip

Someone on another board had posted a list of great , but little known, Mexican places. You know the ones the locals know about but a lot of times us northerners are afraid to try? Kind of a "great Mexican food on the cheap" list. That would be fun to get that list started again. Everybody knows about "hole in the wall AKA the black door" or whatever you want to call it...but there are a ton of other's. Knowing which ones the locals use and are safe would be great.

Kip

Good idea. I'll try to get the list and put a stickey at the top. I also want to add the links for the maps and the weather, etc. Just need a few days to get it all adjusted right.

Admin

Arracherra is what we know as "skirt steak," or "flank steak" cut thin. Flank steak is from the abdominal muscles of the bovine. Vacio or "flap meat" is from the lower extension of the t-bone/porterhouse portion of the short loin, just above the flank. BTW, Vacio is pronounced, "BahSEEoh." Many restaurants around here have good Arracherra, it's a staple on the menu. However, only a few places have good NOB style steaks.

kipissippi wrote:Someone on another board had posted a list of great , but little known, Mexican places. You know the ones the locals know about but a lot of times us northerners are afraid to try? Kind of a "great Mexican food on the cheap" list. That would be fun to get that list started again. Everybody knows about "hole in the wall AKA the black door" or whatever you want to call it...but there are a ton of other's. Knowing which ones the locals use and are safe would be great.

Kip

Ther is a little know Mexican place called "El Kaminaro", it is located on top of the first hill as you get onto the 4 lane on the the road to Guadalajara thru Jocotepec. Turn left at the first returno. Their specialty is carne asada, all you can eat for 58 pesos. I would liken their carne asada to aracherra it is so tender.

no argument with Tango but try Vicky's ( Bruno's daughter ) ,...filet and rib eye to die for and during the season ,great music with Brian James on sun, Lucky Dogs on Fri , and "los Requestos" ( a combining of the first two ) on Mon with mexican meal for 55 pesos ....note that a few of the above mentioned group members are going NOB for the summer and the music will change a bit ....even got Bikers so Pedro and the "gang" will have company

David wrote:For my money the best steaks here are at Tango and Hacienda. BTW, "flap meat" is Vaccio. There's no similar cut NOB, therefor the unappetizing translation. Roberto's Steak Diane is pretty good too.

I agree with you, David, although I will reverse the order on this one. Prefer Hacienda over Tango, Larger portion, just as good and I am a smoker, not allowed at Tango. The vacio at both is outstanding. Zoey

kipissippi wrote:Cows up here have to have the same "parts"...right? So how would I go about getting that cut here?

Kip

Are you talking about Vacio, aka "flap steak"? If so, flank steak, well marinated, should provide a similar experience.

Actually no; flank steak is Arracherra, muy differente. Both are good though.

David wrote:Actually no; flank steak is Arracherra, muy differente. Both are good though.

So enlighten me: What cut is the "vacio"?

See David's answer on page one of this thread for a definition.

Gracias "lunateak." BTW, Vacio has fat which the flank/skirt (Aracherra) doesn't, which make it more tender and flavorful. It's my favorite cut to order locally.