Must-Try Street Food Spots in Guadalajara
Cheap, authentic, and smack full of flavor--- who doesn't love street food? Eating street food is not only great for travelers on a tight budget, but it also gives you a chance to try local flavors and the history behind them.
Every country has a unique take on street food. You'll often find the best local cuisine being sold in stainless steel pushcarts or quaint market kiosks. In Guadalajara, prices go for way lower than how much restaurant charges. With a long history of traditional Mexican meals, you're sure to experience some of the most delectable pozole, enchiladas and more.
Torta Ahogada
Known as "drowned sandwiches", torta ahogadas are made by stuffing crusty bread rolls with a hefty serving of the most tender meats and covering it with a spicy tomato sauce made with dried chili pepper. Some sandwiches have less spicy versions with a tomato-based sauce.
The bread, which is called birote salado, often has bean paste smeared in it to enhance the flavors of the meat and spices.
Legend says a man had made himself a sandwich using bread, meat, and some beans when he came home to find his wife had gone out. He then poured some leftover sauce all over his sandwich thus giving birth to one of the most popular dishes in Guadalajara.
A single serving costs 2.20 USD.
Order a serving of the best Tortas Ahogadas in Guadalajara at Tortas Ahogadas Jose El de la Bicicleta at Calle Mexicaltzingo 27, Centro.
Chicharron and Carne Asada Tacos
Tacos are an essential part of Mexican cuisine. Tacos from popular Guadalajara street kiosk Tacos Don Jose creates two varieties---chicharron and carne asadas. They also add a big chunk of queso panela, which is a smooth Mexican cheese made from cow's milk.
Tacos Don Jose also offers customers a chance to further customize their orders by setting up a condiments station with lime slices, chili sauce, and pickled onions and habanero peppers.
A single serving of tacos costs 0.80 USD.
Try out the best tacos in Guadalajara at Tacos Don Jose at Calle Argentina 595, Americana.
Birria de res
Birrieria "David" makes their birria using different cuts of veal that's slow-cooked in a broth and then crisped up in a small oven. The veal is drowned in a flavorful tomato-based broth and showered in chopped onions and a dash of hot sauce.
Birria is known for relieving hangovers and is very common at parties.
A single plate costs 3.10 USD.
Grab a serving of this mouth-watering stew at Birrieria "David", Calle Joaquin Angulo 188 E, Centro Barranquitas.
Tejuino
Tejuino is a well-known drink in Guadalajara. This fermented drink is made with corn and piloncillo or unrefined brown sugar. It has a low alcohol content due to the fermentation process. The drink is usually served cold and with a scoop of lime sherbet or shaved lemon ice cream. If you're looking for a nice way to freshen up on a hot, sunny day, this drink is a definite must-try.
Tejuino was originally made by the Huichol people in ancient times. You'll find vendors selling a good cup of this in markets and street carts all over the city.
A cold cup of this refreshing drink costs 1.30 USD.
Drink a refreshing cup from Tejuino El Guero Jose at Mercado Libertad 1176, San Juan de Dios.
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