`La Especial Norte, 664 N. Coast Hwy., Leucadia (760-942-1040). Open Tues. – Thurs. & Sun. 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. ($10 – $20). Closed each January for Vacation.
This excellent Mexican restaurant is everyone’s favorite. While they do serve great tasting fish tacos, savory cheese enchiladas, savory tamales, crunchy tostados, great burritos, nachos, and chimichangas, they are best known for their delicious home-made central Mexico Soups. Their origin comes from many of the 32 states of Mexico. In fact they serve 14 favorites from this area of Mexico. The best part is the portions are served in a huge goblet and is best enjoyed with tasty tortilla chips or fish tacos.
Where you sit is also a treat be in a booth or at a long table especially if you can be seated with a view of the massive walls murals and festive art that makes this a cool dining spot.
Of course the beer is cold and the margaritas are excellent as is the lively Mexican music, Ole!
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