Ophelia’s Restaurant and Lounge in Ensenada is a favorite destination of the local-elite. Chef and proprietor Rosindo Ramos has a unique talent among the many Baja’s culinary choices; his menu is anchors itself with Latin flair while integrating Asian, American and European styles and spices. Ophelia’s has yet to disappoint anyone I've referred; often drawing people from Rosarito Beach. Baja’s most basic of condiments, Pico de Gallo, is a fresh combination of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, lime juice, salt and pepper; very simple and easy to prepare, equally difficult to have stand out. As chef myself, I have the knack for what I describe as “the alchemy of cooking”. Immediately I picked up on the unique ingredients; the simple things are often the most dramatic. Rosindo’s Pico de Gallo is simply addictive. His ability to combine flavors and textures is impressive, resulting in dishes that excite the pallet. Ophrlia’s shitake mushroom miniature-tostada appetizers have a beautiful balance of flavor and crunch; the pork skewers are marinated and pan-seared with a caramelized onion and wine glaze. On the lighter side, the Ensalada Ophelia (House Salad) can be topped with or without the fresh fish of the day and tossed in Rosindo’s fresh cilantro and citrus dressing. The menu focuses on pork, beef and fresh fish, often yellow or blue fin tuna, sea bass or shark; all hand selected each morning by Rosindo at the port of Ensenada’s famous fish market. Don’t pass on the Rib Eye if you’re a steak lover; choice beef brought in fresh from the US and paired with fresh vegetables and fingerling potatoes sautéed in garlic, olive oil and bit of real butter. Ophelia’s offers a fantastic selection of Mexican wines from Ensenada’s Guadalupe Valley. Rosindo and his wife Rosa will gladly help you match one of their many wines or sangria with appetizers, entrées and Desserts.
Ophelia’s Restaurant and Lounge
Rating: Excellent (#1 Pick)
City: Ensenada
Location: KM 104 Tijuana-Ensenada Scenic Toll-Highway
Phone: 646 175 8365
Hours: Tue-Sat (12PM - 11PM) Sunday (12PM - 8PM)
Currency: Peso & US Dollar
Credit Cards: Yes (Visa/Master Card)
Corkage: $10.00
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