Street Foodie finds his own Flavortown around Pecos and Tropicana
La Papaya Deli
Juice, paninis, and crepes, oh my! This spot is great for lunch or breakfast. The crepes are beautifully prepared, but for my money the smoothies and juices are what’s worth showing up for. 3347 E. Russell Road,
lapapayadeli.com
Great Buns Bakery
So much bread! You can’t really sit and eat here, but you shouldn’t pass on it. The pastries are mighty fine — I especially love the raspberry tart.
3270 E. Tropicana Ave.,
greatbunsbakery.com
Great Buns Bakery
So much bread! You can’t really sit and eat here, but you shouldn’t pass on it. The pastries are mighty fine — I especially love the raspberry tart.
3270 E. Tropicana Ave.,
greatbunsbakery.com
Taco Y Taco
Authentic Mexican cuisine with rich flavors. Street Foodie adores the al pastor, as you should, but for some really deep umami, try the vegetarian mushroom tacos — they are a beautiful thing. 3430 E. Tropicana Ave., 702-331-3015
Authentic Mexican cuisine with rich flavors. Street Foodie adores the al pastor, as you should, but for some really deep umami, try the vegetarian mushroom tacos — they are a beautiful thing. 3430 E. Tropicana Ave., 702-331-3015
Olivia Mini Market
This Cuban specialty shop hosts its own kitchen, which makes sandwiches with flavors from all around the world. But the perfection that is their little shot of super-sweet espresso made Street Foodie’s heart sing (and then race) in a way that doesn’t translate easily into words. 5725 S. Pecos Road, 702-487-6305
Olivia Mini Market
This Cuban specialty shop hosts its own kitchen, which makes sandwiches with flavors from all around the world. But the perfection that is their little shot of super-sweet espresso made Street Foodie’s heart sing (and then race) in a way that doesn’t translate easily into words. 5725 S. Pecos Road, 702-487-6305
El Pollo Mobile
This valley-wide chain of Mexican chicken joints does it right. The birds here have just the right amount of grill on them. The huaraches provide all of the meaty, creamy, spicy flavor Street Foodie can ask for in a dish. 3347 E. Russell Road #C, elpollomobile.com
El Pollo Mobile (7,9)
This valley-wide chain of Mexican chicken joints does it right. The birds here have just the right amount of grill on them. The huaraches provide all of the meaty, creamy, spicy flavor Street Foodie can ask for in a dish. 3347 E. Russell Road #C, elpollomobile.com
Silver State Diner
American fare with no frills, the way a diner should be. One of the more fulfilling breakfast sandwiches I’ve had lately is this joint’s buttery conception of bread, bacon, and eggs. Despite the small staff, the service is personal, the way a diner should be. 3430 E. Tropicana Ave. #6, 702-444-0555
Silver State Diner
American fare with no frills, the way a diner should be. One of the more fulfilling breakfast sandwiches I’ve had lately is this joint’s buttery conception of bread, bacon, and eggs. Despite the small staff, the service is personal, the way a diner should be. 3430 E. Tropicana Ave. #6, 702-444-0555
