Tortas with a side of Kayak

No one loves tortas like Laura and I do, but the Agua Verde Cafe & Paddle Club here in Seattle comes close! In the daytime, the cafe opens a walk-up window for breakfast and lunch orders, with a dining room open for breakfast and lunch. Oh and p.s. that breakfast is a traditional Mexican one! The prices are reasonable and you can rent a kayak to work up your appetite! Tortas are sandwiches, traditionally found in Mexican cuisine, served on an oblong crusty, white bread roll that is filled with anything from carne asada, al pastor, carnitas, jamón, or any other sort of protein, really. (One of the most popular tortas is a Cuban sandwich.) Here at Agua Verde they serve tortas with tortilla chips and a fresh salsa bar. We like to have our with a side of creamy chile mashed potatoes that makes a perfect condiment, smeared inside the torta! Trust me...you'll love it. 

I know you want a close up! The bread is crusty, the tomatoes are fresh, and the beef is juicy and flavorful! Go celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by sinking your teeth into a torta!

Props to Laura's co-workers over the University of Washington College of Education who introduced us to this tasty spot. My taste buds thank you!