I love fish tacos. No. Better stated, I adore fish tacos. For me, it is really difficult to order something other than fish tacos if they are there on a menu. I love to see different interpretations of this delicious (sandwich, snack, wrap, meal…taco…). I had a delicious one at Beachcombers on the beach, with fresh rare cooked tuna, olives, cabbage – red and green and a spicy chipotle like sauce. But when I want a classic Baja style fish taco, I go straight to Madre’s on Aviles street. It is a fairly new place, but the food is great (and cheap), the service is great.
They have nice chips and salsa AND a little dish of pickled carrots and jalapeños that they serve up as soon as you get there.
The beer is also great – I just love the Wailua from Hawaii with the passionfruit…
and the fish tacos are just perfect. You can order them a la carte, in a meal with beans and rice or as a burrito. I suggest getting one taco and a side of the Jah coconut rice. Oh, and skip the salad.
When you are finished with lunch or dinner or evening snacks at Madre’s, walk up and down Aviles Street. If you forget where you are for a minute you could believe that you are walking the cobblestone streets of an old European city somewhere – perhaps, Spain…or maybe just New England.
Roberto and I, since we both work at home, have been trying to go to lunch once a week somewhere within walking distance of our place. We don’t go every week, but we go as much as we can, because it is a nice way for us to get out – take a break from the desks and computers and get to know our town a little better.
Saint Augustine is one of those places where no matter how many times you have walked up and down a particular street before, you always see something new.
We particularly enjoy all the old houses and the doorways on some of the older (and recently renovated with an old style) places. One day I will have to post about all the cool doors in this town!
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What a cheerful experience!
erin :: the olive notes - July 29, 2008 at 2:18 pm
oh, there’s so much to comment on…
first: I’m not a beer person, but PASSION FRUIT?! I may just have to give it a try.
2nd: Aviles St. is one of my favorites in town, and I’ve never heard of Madre’s (but seems like veggie options would be offered)
3rd: I will put it on my list to visit…is it only open for lunch?
last: ah, the doors of St. Augustine. Yes, that would take about 5 posts to cover all the good ones
Darius T. Williams - July 29, 2008 at 8:42 pm
You know – I’ve never had fish tacos…but Sunny Anderson made some cerveza battered ones that looked killer. I’m going to have to try those. I’ll post the pics when I make them. I’m still thinking about the recipe in my head! But your fish tacos looked like they rocked.
and that camera – those pics were CRYSTAL clear! What kinda cam do you have?
-DTW
http://www.everydaycookin.blogspot.com
Jenn - July 30, 2008 at 11:24 am
Hey Erin!
I know, I am not that much of a beer person, although there are some I really enjoy – and this is one of them!
Yeah, there are veggie options there – you MUST try the coconut rice! It is opened for lunch dinner and after hours! They even have music there on the weekend evenings(although we have not gone yet for that).
I KNOW, I LOVE the doors! They are fantastic!!!
Arlene (MOM) - July 30, 2008 at 12:20 pm
That was fun! Love the fish tacos. Looks like some great pictures you have here. Hmmmmmmmm.
Mom
Mehmet - July 31, 2008 at 5:01 pm
Looks like a good time had it by you at Madres . A trip advisor visitor who visited St.Augustine about a month ago went to Madre’s and met with some locals . I didn’t go there i was busy at work.
Mehmet
Jenn - August 5, 2008 at 9:12 am
Hi Darius!
Sorry I missed you! Thanks for your comment – I can’t wait to see you make fish tacos!
We use a Canon Rebel – it is an awesome camera, I am super happy with it.
Yep, it sure is a great place! Certainly not one to miss!
Trotter - August 5, 2008 at 12:02 pm
Hi Jenn! Finally I found some time to enjoy your excellent blog…
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I’m not so keen on tacos (fish or whatever…), but the pictures are stunning!
I don’t think I would manage to work at home…
Many thanks for your comments on Blogtrotter, now at the second and last post on MoMA! Hope you enjoy and wish you a great week and a nice holiday, in case you have the chance to profit from it!
Trotter - August 8, 2008 at 9:29 am
Hi Jenn! 2008.08.08 is a very special day for Blogtrotter. So, before I start commemorating, let me just tell you how much I appreciate your comments on my blogs! Thanks a lot!
Have a great day and a wonderful weekend!
Jenn - August 11, 2008 at 11:56 am
Thanks Trotter! Congrats to you and your blog!
I love working from home! My husband and I both work from home – it is great fun! Have a great week!
City Girl - August 21, 2008 at 2:56 pm
I should have ventured to your travel blog sooner — love the posts
As for fish tacos — now I have a craving
I love fish tacos ever since I first had baja style ones two years ago 
Jenn - August 26, 2008 at 10:48 am
Oh I know, they are just sooo good! Glad to see you over here too!
Linda Smith - December 28, 2008 at 10:52 am
I lived in St. Augustine for one joyous year and even though that has been over 10 years ago my heart is still there. I visit quite often and still see new things. I agree that it is a place you can keep going back to and see something new. It has wonderful places to eat, there is history to enjoy and great shopping. The ghost walks are fun too. The art of St. Augustine is a special part of visiting also. The people hold a special energy and walking down St. George street one can hear several different languages being spoken. It is truly a special place! Perhaps one day I’ll make it my home again.