If guac is yer thing, take yourself to Tijuana Flats, y’all, ‘because the guac here is a luscious blend of chunky, super-fresh avocado, a little purple onion and fresh chopped cilantro and a blessing to anyone who loves that little bumpy fruit. I am ready to confess, I’ll eat just about any dish if it’s liberally garnished with avocado, and any place even remotely associated with Mexican food better have a GREAT, not just decent, guacamole if they wanna see me again. The servers are knowledgeable, friendly and will happily clue you in as to the most-favored dishes. This is Fast Casual at its roaring good best. If heat is what you’re after, be assured you will find a plethora of smokin’ sauces at their own Hot Bar, with a sign posted over it: “Use at your own risk!” and a Heat Scorecard for those who wish to approach with caution.

He made sure his restaurants had a fun, laid-back feel for not only guests but those work for him, and his insistence on absolutely fresh ingredients, as well as a willingness to take part in local community projects and worthy causes, pushed Tijuana Flats to the forefront of the new fast-casual dining scene.Įverything here is beautifully presented, exquisitely fresh-made to order and available with your choice of toppings, meats and sauces. He ended up creating his own line of hot sauces shortly thereafter-the “Smack My Ass & Call Me Sally” brand, which includes some of the hottest sauces in the world. Not a Mexican restaurant in the traditional sense but a potent blend of Texas and Mexican cuisine served up as fresh as any foodie could want, they offer a great menu of delicious eats for lunch and dinner.įounded in Winter Park, FL by Brian Wheeler in 1995, Tijuana Flats was created by a college kid who just loved good Tex-Mex and had a deep passion for hot sauces in general. FOR SAVANNAH folks, a trip to the wilds of Pooler may seem like a long ride, but with yet another wonderful offering now available to those who love good Tex-Mex, believe me when I tell you: Tijuana Flats makes it well worth the drive!

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