Tortas Paquime
Tortas Paquime is a restaurant in East Phoenix that specializes in Mexican sandwiches and desserts. The menu features tortas a la plancha - grilled sandwiches made from telera bread with fillings like pork sirloin, avocado, pickled jalapeños, tomatoes, and mayonnaise, accompanied by sides such as house-made potato chips or esquites.
The restaurant opened about 20 years ago and later relocated from its original location after that site was destroyed by fire. A newer location sits near the Baseline-Central train station close to the light rail line, making it convenient for transit users.
Tortas Paquime takes its name from its signature sandwich featuring pork sirloin. The restaurant positions the torta as a distinct dish separate from tacos, bringing Mexican street food culture into Phoenix's daily dining landscape.
The restaurant operates with a simple counter-service setup and straightforward menu for quick ordering. The location on Central Avenue provides good access to public transportation and nearby shopping, making it convenient for both locals and visitors.
The standout option is the Torta Ahogada, a sandwich completely soaked in spicy red sauce and topped with onions - a particularly flavorful but challenging dish best eaten with the paper wrapper intact. The restaurant also stocks Mexican desserts like flan, nieves, and chamoyadas that visitors often overlook.
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