Chiki Jai Restaurant

4.5 ( 305 reviews )
Calle Hermenegildo Galeana 8159, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
+52 664 685 4955

Chiki Jai Restaurant, nestled in the vibrant Zona Centro of Tijuana, is a Spanish culinary gem that has captured the hearts of both locals and visitors alike. With a loyal customer base, this quaint restaurant has earned high praise for its warm, welcoming atmosphere fostered by an outstanding team, including the likes of Gector, Michele, and Chef Anjel. Patrons rave about the tender steaks and buttery, flavorful salmon, making it a delightful go-to spot for regulars.

Reviews highlight the exceptional quality of ingredients, with a menu that is both concise and crafted to perfection. Diners commend the charming ambiance and friendly interactions that elevate the dining experience. Signature dishes such as the octopus have garnered specific acclaim, showcasing the restaurant's dedication to culinary excellence. While the prices offer incredible value, the only noted caveat is the cash-only policy, which some customers find inconvenient.

Chiki Jai is not just a meal; it's an experience that embodies tradition, quality, and communal joy in every bite. As you savor each dish, you'll understand why many consider this restaurant a beloved mainstay in Tijuana.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Quiet
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid parking lot

Reviews For Chiki Jai Restaurant

Yana Happiness
Jul 10,2025
We love this restaurant. We know them for almost 10 years now. Gector , Michele waiters and Anjel chef ! It’s an amazing team ! Friendly and professional! Food is always delicious! We usually order steak, it’s really tender and delicious! I personally ordered salmon, it was soft like butter and very well flavored. When we go to TJ we eat at Chiki Jai, it became a tradition now! We love the team and their food! US family , Y,V , Dix and I.
Ricardo Aramburo Coronado Sr
Jul 6,2025
Food was excellent. I need to try other dishes too.
Andrew Vonnegut
Jun 27,2025
Really excellent little gem of a restaurant, and I don't even use words like "gem." Super friendly and fun, and the food is excellent with a great range. You can tell it's a place full of regulars with a lot of staff to customer interaction and laughter. Highly recommend the octopus. I just wish they were open later at night.
Lari Sibbitt
Jun 17,2025
This place was an absolute find. Small menu of high quality ingredients and food done to perfection. The prices were shocking for the size and quality you get. Order two beers, a beautiful appetizer, and for the entree a gorgeous sea bass and the best rib eye I've ever seen which came with sides, salads and bread and cheese. The total 32 US!!!!
MOY ADAME
Jun 17,2025
A really good place with great taste and plenty food, cook almost perfect, only terrible don't take cc only cash
Robert Fan
May 11,2025
It's not a fancy place but the food was good and the service was exceptional. I went there hoping to try the paella but I got there just 30 mins before closing and they had sold out of it. They had staff that spoke English well, but the restaurant seems much more of a local favorite where many of the other customers seemed like regulars. I'd be happy to go back and try some more of their menu.
J M
May 8,2025
Great service, food and prices! Miguel is very attentive and gives great service.
David Smith
Apr 27,2025
Great food at an affordable price. The blue cheese appetizer along with the bread was awesome! I just wish they had more TABLES, because the 8 tables they have get filled up quickly. The service could be a bit better IMO. Oh and the rice is top notch also, it doesn’t clump or flooded with useless vegetables.

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