Advice needed for first time in PP
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tequilatodd
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Sonoran Spa for massage
tequilatodd
Guest
Rob
Guest
Haha! Coming from Tucson, maybe "epic" would be a better adjective. Best I've had was in Guaymas, so that doesn't count.
Rob
Guest
I'm at las palomas now. Should I just walk over? How much should I bring (in pesos)?
tequilatodd
Guest
Its about a 3/4 mile walk down the beach. I can't remember what they charge. I would think $30-40 (dollars) would cover it.
They take debit/credit cards also. I would drive, but only because I feel like a vegetable after a good massage and wouldn't want to have to walk all the way back. Just pull up to the guard gate and tell them you have an appointment at the Spa.
Don't listen to the knuckleheads saying anything negative regarding La Curva. It is probably one of the longest lasting (oldest) and most consistent restaurants in all of Penasco. We get down about 6-10x a year for 20 plus years and I have never once had a bad meal at La Curva. Food is great, service is very friendly, margaritas are really good as well. It's a no frills atmosphere, but usually busy and just good food.A buddy (mid 30's) and I (early 40's) will be heading down this weekend (2/20 - 2/22). We're staying at Las Palomas. I am hoping some of you are able to help with a few questions:
Will PP be busy, dead, or somewhere in between? Will we successfully avoid the college crowd? Is there always a college crowd?
I would like to eat myself into oblivion. I certainly plan on visiting Taco de Poblano and Pollo Lucas. Are there any other places we MUST eat at? Is the food at Las Palomas actually good?
Who should we buy from at the fish market? Must I take a bottle of water to get a fair shake? Though I'd imagine if I get "ripped off" I'm still getting better shrimp / fish at a better price than the states...
In terms of nightlife, where do the college kids go? Where do the less-young adults go?
Where is it *not* safe to walk at night? Where is it not safe to walk during the day?
Reading the forums, I gather there are a number of window "washers". Would you recommend just taking taxis whenever possible to avoid the hassle?
I hear JJ's takes donations to help locals. Is this legit?
I know I'm very inquisitive. Thank you in advance for your time!
I would definitely also suggest going to La Casa Del Capitan. It is at the highest point in Penasco and there is no place better for views and watching the sunset. You can see for miles, all the way out over Sandy Beach, Cholla Bay, etc. If you didn't stay for dinner, which is pretty decent, go for a great margarita, some chips and guac and ceviche tostadas, and then go have dinner somewhere else. You can try 2 different places by doing it that way. But definitely worth the drive up the hill to take in what Rocky Point is famous for, it's unbelievable sunsets!
If you like MMA, there is a UFC fight on tomorrow night and a great place, with great food to watch sports and eat is Capones. Fun atmosphere and good people there too.
brokenwave
Guest
+1 for La Curva, always decent to pretty good, shame they don't serve Pacifico anymore.
El Capitan and the Lighthouse views are the best.
Beverages are great, Food is OK at both places, but it has been awhile.
El Capitan and the Lighthouse views are the best.
Beverages are great, Food is OK at both places, but it has been awhile.
El Tiburon
Guest
You should probably call ahead to La Spa at Sonoran Spa to make an appt-they can get busy on the weekends. The food at El Capitan is very inconsistent.
Luna
Sea Shell Goddess
I absolutely agree with this. Get there early for the best seat, order a margarita, or 2, or 3 and prepare yourself for an amazing show!
Right next door on the left. There are the 2 restaurants right next door to each other. Casa is above the Lighthouse on the left as you are looking at it.
Same parking lot.
Roberto
Guest
Ja ja ja. Last time I was up at the Lighthouse they had a guy watching the first parking lot and stopping people who went to Casa !! Sort of a neighborhood problem I guess.
