One of the things I look forward to is our annual road trip to Scottsdale and a quick stop in El Centro to visit Ma Lupe’s.
The colorful decor is cheerful and food excellent.
Sadly this year we had to eat in our HR-V.
Windows were decorated for Christmas.
Currently they are only open for takeout.
I ordered 3 street tacos. Carnitas had some crispy bits and were full of fried pork flavor. Went great with the corn tortilla.
Carne asada tacos were made with tender, juicy beef and I loved the flavor. The 3 tacos were smaller than I remembered and next time I’ll order 4 for a good sized lunch.
El Centro reminds me of the old days when you could buy fresh fruit from the side of the road.
Now those fruit stands have but disappeared from San Diego.
I wrote about our visit last year to Ma Lupe’s.
390 W Aten Rd
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-1180
The happy snow people in the windows are super cute. Maybe next trip they will be able to open inside seating.
I like eating inside.