Z'George's Coney Island to replace Zorro's Mexican Restaurant on Golfside in Ypsilanti Township
It’s been only a month since Annarbor.com reported on the closing of Tio’s Restaurant on Washtenaw Avenue. The comments section following the story was full of recommendations for authentic, fresh and affordable Mexican fare in the Ypsilanti area.
La Fiesta Mexicana on Cross St., Taqueria La Fiesta at Packard and Carpenter, La Fuente, Los Amigos, La Casita, Zorro’s, Pacific Beach Burrito …
But now another option can be removed from the list.
Zorro's Mexican Restaurant moves out Z George's Coney island moves in on Golfside in Ypsilanti.
angela smith | contributor
Zorro’s was a favorite for folks who appreciate good Mexican food.
Ann Arbor resident Peter Adamczyk said, “We're totally bummed, because we used to go there about once a month, sometimes more. We've tried a bunch of different Mexican restaurants, and Zorro's just plain had the best food, and at a reasonable price. My favorite (entrée) was the 'Aye Caramba' spicy burrito, but everything was very tasty. We also loved the decor, with murals on all the walls and weathered-brick faux texture on Spanish arches around each booth. And they had an indoor fountain, which was fun."
The Adamczyk family and other Zorro’s patrons will be happy to know that the Ypsilanti closing is the result of a move. The new Zorro’s location is just a bit of a drive to Michigan Avenue in nearby Wayne. The management calls the new location “better,” and assures that the food, service and prices will remain the same.
In its place, construction and hiring has already begun for a new Coney Island Restaurant. Z’George’s Coney Island, is sure to be a favorite for college students at nearby Washtenaw Community College and Eastern Michigan University. Though no opening date has yet been given, applicants can apply to the party store adjacent to the restaurant, Buster's.
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Comments
fudd44
Mon, Sep 20, 2010 : 10:06 a.m.
los amigos and la Fuente are in that order the place to eat great mexican food tio's was a rip off
Angela Smith
Tue, Apr 27, 2010 : 8:58 a.m.
Z'George's, L'George's, and Zorro's are all run by the same management. The Coney Island looks forward to opening in about two weeks, and noted a demand for breakfast, excellent food, and reasonable prices.
stopfoodignorance
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 7:41 p.m.
I live like ten steps from this location and i must say I AM PISSED that Zorros left. They have the best real Mexican tacos ever. I used to eat there 3 or 4 times a week. After having lived in Southwest Detroit(three blocks from the Mexican town area) for a few years, I found it really hard to find REAL Mexican food here. Zorro's made my search so much easier. I mourn this transition.
bunnyabbot
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 11:40 a.m.
I'm assuming that Z Georges coney island is related to L Georges coney island? how about some investigative journalism? at least with coney islands a group of people can all find something on the menu, one can eat pancakes and another a burger and again with tios? agreed with others, it is crappy food
krc
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 11:18 a.m.
I second La Fuente! Try it! You'll like it!
ShadowManager
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 9:53 a.m.
I think it's both ironic, and typical of A2dotcom's rah-rah favoritism towards the place, that this article still finds a way to work in a reference to Tios. All things mexican somehow always come back to talking about Tios. Must be residuals from the staff discount for beatwriters at the old location or something.
ThaKillaBee
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 9:34 a.m.
Sad to see it go, by far my favorite Mexican restaurant. Not sure if I'll drive to Wayne, though.
naturally
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 8:30 a.m.
It's amazing the amount of Coney Islands that exist considering that they all have basically the same menu.
suem
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 7:49 a.m.
La Fuente on Whittaker is the best Mexican in the area for my money! I agree, we need another Coney like heartburn.
oldrustynail
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 : 7:28 a.m.
What's the story with all these Coney Island places? They're getting as numerous as coffee houses in Seattle. You can't throw a hot bun around without hitting one.