Phoenix BBQ & BEST MEXICAN FOOD | 48 Hour FOOD ROAD TRIP To Texas!

[@animelover2910]

Strictly Dumpling honestly has some of the best camera work and descriptions of what he's eating when it comes to food vlogs. Mikey, you were born to do this bro.

[@sschannel6922]

I think the same Way too..

[@strictlydumpling]

thanks Captain!

[@bmoviebmovie]

@@strictlydumpling Lighting too! Sit and eat in the wrong place and food either looks like mud or has shadows all over the place.

[@MufcGgmu38]

Bro he’s the only one who has 2160p it’s my pleasure to watch when uploads

[@amyrivers4093]

Absolutely

[@lizcelaya8256]

You can see my husband and I arriving at Raspados Solaris at 10:08, our reflection is seen in the store window. I remember staring at you eating your raspado while filming and thinking it’s so cool to finally have someone coming out to appreciate this place. I figured you were a KZbinr. This place is very underrated in the Sunnyslope community and the folks who run it are amazing and so kind and they sell THE BEST damn raspados I have ever had. Thank you for showcasing them!🙏🏽

[@bricked-_-7453]

owo

[@fitfam2410]

I feel the love

[@Nonyah123]

How did you find his channel? did you google asian guy eats on car hood haha

[@ricardocortesambriz6429]

Is this in Scottsdale?

[@D-me-dream-smp]

That must feel a bit cool that you were a little part of something that is being seen all over the world. Enjoy from Australia

[@javierruiz2545]

I appreciate that he walked up the peak, placed his camera down then walked back and up again

[@strictlydumpling]

thanks for noticing the effort 😂

[@TheSpontaneousPony]

@@strictlydumpling Don't worry, most people know that any shot you have where you walk into frame, you have to place it yourself first. It does not go unnoticed, you rock. 🤙

[@Kdkendk]

What does this mean? I didn't get it, what is that suppose to represent? I re-read this comment over and over but still didnt get it :(

[@nimaakhtarkhavari8766]

@@Kdkendk Keep reading...

[@sitaorange7666]

@@Kdkendk The you rock is bc he walked up a huge rock.

[@shilohe4685]

I’ve worked at Cocina Madrigal for about a year now, I can tell you that Leo loves all his guests and his staff. The food is top notch. Thanks for the video!

[@glockalicious8182]

Always wanted to go there, but it's a long drive from Michigan. Disappointed the video didn't have an interview with Leo.

[@bigskygemsmontana9464]

I make it to Phoenix once a year and I'm definitely checking it out next time I'm there.

[@gloomyscrutiny6426]

Literally the only youtuber who would make a 30 mins video and I'd still feel it's short.

[@martabakking2653]

Can’t get enough of Mikey. ❤️

[@CodeRed1991]

I was gonna like this comment; but you have 100 likes. Its fitting because you're being 💯

[@blacknova23]

You fucking right! I can watch this guy travel cross country any time.

[@divinitylain7790]

i have to check after reading your comment and no shit, i thought this is a 15 minute video LOL

[@Kdkendk]

Same, i didn't notice how short it felt until i saw this comment, god 30 minutes just pass by when im watching mikey's video

[@13795dav]

I wanted to say thank you for the trip up Piestewa Peak. I grew up hiking that mountain and haven't been able to since losing my leg. So my sincere thanks for the footage and scenery. Also thank you for giving me a new Mexican place to try. There are too many to keep track of here and sometimes the good ones get lost in the cloud of all the good places to eat. Love your channels!

[@magnoliaflower3310]

I wish Mike makes a series called Eat America. He can go on a road trip eating all the specialty areas from state to state.

[@GaramondGourmond]

Isn't that just Diners Driveins and Dives, but with an Asian host?

[@projecthayes_23]

Eric The Electric is currently already doing it! Called “Eric Eats The World”

[@EllRiver]

@@GaramondGourmond Is that an issue?

[@ImSoVile]

He did, its called View and Chew. It's on amazon, go check it out.

[@TinyFlav]

If I was gonna make a wish it would be that I could eat at every place he goes to.

[@fitfam2410]

One thing that I like about mikey is that he is really able to eat a lot. So he can really do a solid review of a variety of food. But what I also like is that, mikey is fit and work out a lot. He doesn't have a toxic relationship with food like some youtubers who hurt themselves while eating.

[@42c28]

anyone else fasting and binging food videos, cause that's just been my whole day

[@aman_0986]

Me lol

[@sschannel6922]

Yes, indeed

[@iss8504]

Doesn't bother me to see him eat while i fast. Living vicariously lol

[@brightbluesky1548]

16/8. Lol. We like to torture ourselves. Ha

[@stefanielieb5258]

Omg me af 😔

[@FrancisSiuChock]

Mikey, having New Mexican dinner for Breakfast at 7am.....legend!

[@remstarasianboy]

Thanks for visiting our restaurant/gas station at 27:31.... one of my employees swore she saw you.

[@kimsmith6666]

It looks so good;

[@benjaminli188]

I loved the whole speech about how he's able to make videos even when being looked at weirdly, it shows that he has a serious passion for what he does and that's the sort of mentality I want to have towards the passions I have in life.

[@Amine-ol8ee]

Honestly mike is such a source of pure joy and happiness. You’re such a truly amazing dude and you make me so happy. Thanks for being you mike :)

[@JermaineSam]

Born and raised in Albuquerque. New Mexican food is like no other ESPECIALLY around the holidays. The culture is a mix of Spanish, Mexican and Native American and IMO we have the best food! The Pueblo people make their enchiladas completely different than what someone would expect and they are SO good. I definitely miss that food.

[@themusicsweetly]

"Food will never let you down... unless it's broccoli" He turned so serious saying that 😂🚫🥦

[@strictlydumpling]

ultimate truth

[@goneliektewondi6717]

I found it pretty funny.

[@sudani3546]

ر

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

@@strictlydumpling Try it roasted in olive oil with cauliflower. It might convince you that broccoli has virtues!

[@chrisfrancis7620]

Think he should put that on a shirt...

[@jennifermclaurin217]

As a person with food allergies, seeing Mike enjoy and explain the flavors he's tasting makes me feel like I've tasted them as well. Thanks Mike for the descriptions and the images!! ❤❤💙💙

[@TinyFlav]

Yes, me too!

[@jennifermclaurin217]

@void_editor I'm not understanding ur question. Do u not know what food allergies are? What's the question?

[@Qster1584]

Thank you Mikey for these videos. I look forward to them every week. I know you upload only once or twice a week, but I still check everyday and even rewatch some. Here in Ontario, Canada, we are in a lock down and being stuck at home so much has made me mildly depressed. Watching your videos make me so happy and I imagine I am on the road with you on these food adventures. Your descriptions are so good I can practically taste it too. Thank you for helping me keep most of my sanity intact.

[@jeffreymccommon8759]

Awesome breakfast in New Mexico...

[@ericarellano7268]

I’m so glad you loved Our New Mexico Green Chile! You need to do a food tour here! So many great places with New Mexico culture and food. It’s nothing like Mexican food. We put Green Chile on everything here!

[@RickyG225]

wow I would have never known that! Cool!

[@djahant]

I make Posole at home and it calls for poblano peppers. Is there another green pepper I could or should use? It also has jalapeno peppers, but I'm looking for the best tasting green chili pepper you could recommend. My brothers and I are having a cook off at the end of May for the best Posole.

[@ericarellano7268]

@@djahant definitely try to find New Mexico Hatch Green Chile. Google a place called “The Fresh Chile Company” you won’t be disappointed! They even have New Mexico Posole mix that’s down to our roots here!

[@djahant]

@@ericarellano7268 Thanks Eric!! I will give that a shot!!

[@dalebuckley8593]

@@ericarellano7268 And, if using red chile, and looking for an accent, use some powdered Chimayo, made from heirloom varieties. Also, in that case, look at Zia Chile brand, about the only ones I know who bottle fresh red Hatch chile.

[@D-me-dream-smp]

Love that Mike continues to spread the love and support local businesses.

[@michellesaari2263]

You had me laughing saying the rocks looked like your brisket... Lol

[@TinyFlav]

Your comment came up as soon as he said it. LOl

[@lavar_ball7436]

Lol at "is a single cactus a cacti?" Nope. "Cacti" is literally the plural form

[@tollivisionmedia6324]

As an Bourqueno, I thank you for sharing some positive light on our little big city of Albuquerque. Next time you need to get the carne adobada! Next time we’ll show you all the amazing spots. Thanks again!

[@jessiannadodge8599]

My uncles live in Albuquerque..... preach about the food!!!!!

[@gandolfwhite7323]

Eeeeee bro! What up homes!

[@hannahhodoba1401]

Yes I’m so glad he visited! He totally just scratched the surface of our food though. Next time we gotta show him around!!

[@sna24k22]

I absolutely love the blue meth in alburquerque😁

[@PercyGrimmR]

Idk what it is but I just love watching someone (but especially him) eating and truly enjoying food. It takes up my attention for hours

[@eminempond81studios60]

I’m from Albuquerque and it makes me so happy that you came to my hometown and visited a few of the places that were a must including the frontier 😀

[@Wheepupsdimple]

I love how Mikey not only loves to eat and loves food in general but he also promotes a healthy lifestyle. Like sure he eats a lot but he makes sure to get exercise in order to eat more!

[@moni2957]

No matter what stress I may be going Through In life or if I’m having a bad day, Even just with all the horrible events happening in life mikey chen videos always make me so happy

[@lindaeducar165]

Sometimes I think that its just the food that you are eating but NO! Your ability to define what makes each dish unique is what I think I like most. I could literally be eating dinner while watching you and enjoy it!

[@splato3754]

I love Aloha Chicken and Shrimp! The owner/chef is so nice!

[@jaianna843]

As a New Mexican I'm so happy you visited our state and tried our green chile!! Our state is so beautiful and so big! Northern New Mexican cuisine slightly differ than southern but they are amazing the same. That green chile stew made my mouth water. Especially on a cold day. It's perfection.

[@Atomsk4200]

Valet: "I'd like to apologize for the weather." "...Sir, I'm a New Yorker..."

[@Jin-1337]

Why would you apologize for something you have no control over

[@ThePontus94]

When he Said that i thought well i live in Sweden so.....

[@banshee1133]

And he used to live in Washington State. Where it rains a lot.

[@kaylareingold4115]

@@Jin-1337 in Arizona there is heat waves, dust devils, and tornados. Rain is very weird. Like snow in Los Angeles

[@trucchuong1726]

Or I'm from Seattle, Sir...

[@sapphiresong7]

i appreciate people giving green chile the love like this. my city has a green chile festival every year and even local walmart stores have giant chile roasters during chile season, so mike loving it makes me so happy

[@aleighaboehnen9918]

Hatch chill fest is world wide im pretty sure because we have them in texas i know they also ship the chillies to Oregon and new york but its a once a year thing

[@lisamartinez9887]

Mike I'm so glad you visited New Mexico and you were finally able to taste authentic New Mexico cuisine!!! Especially our wonderful Green chili from Hatch!!!! Like you my favorite is also the Green chili , you really need to try it on a beautifully grilled Rib eye streak or any cut of steak for that matter! Come back and visit us real soon!!!

[@jenghapsari]

I love watching your channel during Sahur/Suhoor. It keeps me up to finish my meal and it makes me in a good mood too. God bless you, Mike!

[@abrahamkim1078]

Man, that was killer, no filler. Everything Mikey ate looked incredible. Especially that New Mexican stew.

[@rickpresser2629]

Mike's right. If you've never taken a trip in an area of this country, then you need to take one. One of the best trips I've ever taken was in the upper Mid-West and the South. Even though I faced racism (from both whites and blacks), I also received tremendous kindness. I love this country!!!

[@karminiparsan4440]

Mikey..you're fluent in the language of food lovers. Always such a pleasure when you upload. Be safe👍

[@dianelopez9620]

My husband and I are from LA and we love crossing the border to Mexico. We often go to Valle de Guadalupe. It’s like the Sonoma of Mexico. It’s not only a wine country but also a food lover’s haven. If you have time to go there, I suggest you try Deckman’s for delicious grilled meats. In the compound they have a Japanese “Omakase “ restaurant. You should also try Fauna for traditional Mexican dishes. Animalon is course meal restaurant that only opens in summer. For breakfast, you could try Dona Estela. They have the best elote pancakes. These are only some of the restaurants to name a few. That place is really worth discovering.

[@dianepuroguanajuatovlogs]

Sounds delicious

[@CursedKaiser_Gaming]

It's currently 3am in the morning here in the Philippines..... watching this is both satisfying and heartbreaking at the same time. Stomach's growling like a lion Jesus....

[@shubhodeepsarkar1227]

I feel ya bro

[@sschannel6922]

Feels the same Way too ..

[@MANGKANORMIDNIGHT69]

🥺 , your post really made me sad, i hope it gets better for all of us

[@abrahamkim1078]

Oh man. That’s gotta eat at you that some of the things he’s eating is impossible to find in the Philippines.

[@Dinckelburg]

a.m. means after midnight, aka the morning. You don't need to say 3am in the morning. Not being a hater, I see this mistake a lot

[@mimilukov9549]

Thank you so much for your videos Mike!! You make me truly so genuinely happy (and hungry lol) every time I watch. Just one of the nicest guys out there :)!

[@namanpreetkaur1404]

I always watch something while eating, as a kid they were cartoons and tv shows now it's you Mikey , Cheers Buddy

[@unazukins]

I just love your cross-country road trip vlogs! So much undiscovered yummy food places along the way!

[@animefreak4493]

Hi Mikey, just wanna say i always look forward to your videos, its the highlight of my week, me and my fam always sit down and watch them together

[@AidanTylerGasche]

I don't know what it is but Mikey's videos just brighten up my day.

[@jacobtrumbull6808]

That might have been the most mouthwatering intro montage yet.

[@stellap683]

The way you describe food...I can almost taste it!! 😋 Thanks for bringing us along on your road trip! 😁

[@Gigi_K]

Your love of good food is contagious! I will take those germs any day! 😁 Hope you’re having a great day Mike! 💜

[@kaitlynvshley]

Omgosh!!!! This is down the street I love that ty for supporting phx

[@tishw4576]

Omg, I live in Ireland but I'm from AZ. This video is making me so homesick. I can personally attest to his food recommendations. I'm waiting for Covid19 to ease up then AZ all the way to see family, friends, and stuff myself with awesome Mexican food.

[@rp-wn5or]

There’s nowhere other than the US or Mexico that has good Mexican food 😭😭😭

[@MrzMojoRizin]

Thank you for highlighting my hometown of Albuquerque. Our New Mexican food is unlike any other place! Burritos and other Mexican restaurants are awesome!

[@saizam0537]

That "red chili soup" actually looks like pozole. And it's really good if made properly👌

[@lizj7217]

Mikey you are right- Road trips are the best - you see sooo much more and can stop wherever whenever- thanks for bringing us along!

[@Mariachiguy]

Pretty neat to finally see you eating in Albuquerque and shedding some light on the food here. The Frontier has some awesome food. I've had plenty of late nights eating at that place, haha. Hope you get to come back again and spend more time eating some delicious food not only in Albuquerque but at different places around the state.

[@josueoyola2084]

Truer words have never been spoken. "Food will never let you down, except broccoli". I felt that

[@nr9269]

Welcome to Texas! You will love it 😊

[@loona_vids]

Thank you Mike for reviewing Cocina Madrigal again. I didn't make it there the last time you reviewed but so glad I did this time. I just went there this afternoon and had the best Mexican food I have had in a long time. Again thank you Mikey!

[@sdiponioXx]

I love that you don’t let people staring bother you 🥰 Really inspiring ❤️ I always let other people’s opinions knock me down ☹️

[@RickyG225]

the Asian stare strikes again. No need to worry about what others are thinking. They may be lonely and depressed. LOL!

[@jadel6202]

I can not believe he visited my home town Albuquerque!

[@ethanj5143]

Albuquerque got some delicious food .. don't underestimate it 💯

[@alvinmercado6305]

This is one of your best episodes in awhile, these restaraunts look TOP TOP tier

[@GamerGal30]

As a fellow Texan, welcome to Texas, where tumbleweeds cross the roads and where you can experience every season in a week ❤️

[@andrewdieu1288]

And we all hate it(the weather)

[@JB-hh5is]

I reside in Amarillo, TX. We are known for having the windiest city in all of Texas. Tumble weeds piled up into colossal waves. Besides the 80 plus winds up here.

[@thejompi]

Never saw a tumbleweed in the hill country. That’s a panhandle, west Texan phenomenon. Don’t think you will see tumbleweed in the woodlands and swamps of east Texas.

[@sherrilewis8168]

Love your videos Mike you are so respectful of others . And you know a lot about food.

[@brianna3054]

Yesss so glad you came to AZ ❤️ sad I missed it 🥺

[@davidmoskowitz4085]

That gas station food looked very tasty!!! I hope you are getting settled, Mike!

[@Ferrousbull]

I've never been to a place before Mikey, and he visits Two!! of my favorite spots in Phoenix! Glad you gave Raspados Solaris some good press. It's a great little family place that does top notch stuff. I try to hit them up every time I'm in the area.

[@tee-jaymcculloch9263]

I love the effort you put into all of your videos, I’ve been watching them back to back for the last 3 hours lol, keep up the great work 💪🏻

[@wendygutierrez2323]

"This might be why I'm single" IMAGINE a man who would travel all over the world with you trying all kinds of food... Dude that can't be why you're single.

[@tsukinoyuki]

Tbh, Mikey's words are kinda make sense. Not everyone want to go to world trip all the time. Going on a trip for once or twice a year is good, for a change of pace, but always on a trip all the time, and almost never at home? I don't think so. Need a solid motivation to always follow Mikey everywhere. The first 2 or 3 months might feels like heaven, but after that?

[@joshlindsay4408]

In Albuquerque, was my first experience with green chiles. They were on a Pizza from a local pizza shop right off the highway. They absolutely blew my mind how good they were. I have had green chiles before but they New Mexico Chile is incredible.

[@ReavisBeavis]

Love your content!! Also tried one of your hot pot kits and holy crap!! I'm am forever a fan of spicy hot pot meals 😍 you've opened my eyes to a surplus of new foods to try and so far I have loved everything, I officially keep hot oil stocked in my house at all times and pretty much eat it on everything

[@nesastaa6363]

Food will never let you out!!! Love you man!!!

[@LessTalkMoreDelicious]

This one was a truly excellent episode... every single place looked dang amazing!! Those corn tortillas looked legit - fluffy, freshly made! Such a rare thing! (I've only had that once in Diego, out of countless spots I've been in the US)

[@OneManClicka]

We will see you in Texas!!!

[@WooFood]

Did not know Arizona had such good food! Always learn something new from your vids Mike

[@KingNekro]

Honestly it's one of the biggest draws to living in Phoenix, right up there with the pretty cheap cost of living, relatively safe suburbs with big houses, and the lack of natural disasters threatening to destroy your house. Weather is beautiful the majority of the year(especially winter) and every house having A/C and low humidity make the hot Summer very tolerable especially if you just stay indoors a lot. Also you have so many choices of places that are a 2-5 hour drive away, Vegas, San Diego, LA, Mexico etc for vacations. Grand Canyon/Sedona etc for beautiful scenery. Also a simple 2 hour drive up to northern AZ is crazy. You go from Phoenix, the desert city where it snows the least in the country, to the evergreen forest mountains of Flagstaff aka a freezing cold winter wonderland that gets one of the highest inches per year of snow in the whole country. It's so weird. Phoenix does have it's share of drawbacks though like everywhere. But yeah as I was saying before I got carried away contemplating the pros/cons of living here, the amount of awesome restaurants(especially when it comes to various styles of Mexican food, whether it be authentic or Americanized) is so nice. And also with Phoenix being a transplant city with the majority of residents being people from all over the country that moved here, you get such a wide variety of restaurant genres and regional styles. When you go to a Pizza place here, you never know which style it's gonna be... New York, Chicago, California, Sicilian, etc. When you go to BBQ, it could be KC style, Memphis, Texas... whichever style you want, you can find somewhere around the valley. There's really nothing that dominates, it's all random

[@ditr4737]

Wow man as a person from Albuquerque whose been watching you for years it was great to see you go the the frontier. That place is a local favorite and it's a good thing you didnt miss out the roll. Love all you make man keep it up!

[@why-am-i-like-this7946]

I finally get to see an Arizona video! I would love to recommend you some places the next time you come :) you’re awesome!

[@kennethcano4807]

Hey man, Just wanted to say I appreciate your work and love your passion for food and travel ! More power to you, Bruv

[@Xenohart237]

hope you enjoyed your time in PHX our food scene is actually banger! and cocina madrigal is the GOAT

[@AlexN3Es]

Mike never gave a name for that Mexican restaurant

[@NatInTheHat121]

Glad you got to experience Frontier in Albuquerque! Iconic restaurant with amazing food and fantastic chile!

[@feef1985]

I can't you were in my city!! You totally ate like a true New Mexican! Wrap it up in a tortilla!!

[@joann1314]

I swear he is the only youtuber I can watch and actually feel as if I am eating with him. Just the description of the meals.

[@iBento10]

Watching this video while fasting really amplifies the hunger...

[@tmikefm9313]

Glad you finally stopped by Lil Miss BBQ - My favorite in Phx

[@JoeJitsukawa]

DUDE LETS DO A FOOD ROAD TRIP!!!!

[@JerryLursx]

@Joe Jitsukawa it would be an epic episode to see you guys do a good eating adventures!

[@criss11225]

OMFG ITS ACTUALLY FUCKING JOE

[@jennykang539]

Love your solo driving from Seattle to Texas. All the best for your move and enjoy your new adventure. ❣️

[@AussieAngeS]

Just love your videos, I always look forward to come great content to watch, and you never fail to deliver Mikey. Wow the Mexican food looked amazing 😍 that cinnamon roll though 🤤

[@kamanama3671]

Tucson has some of the best food I've ever tasted. And it's beautiful in the winter time

[@reemal-shamiai9582]

11:56 you can see a lump on the left side of the neck, not to worry you but maybe get it checked out:)

[@michaelkenny4149]

Thanks Mike! I found 4great restaurants to try watchiing your video in Phoenix. 2 BBQ, 1 res-ado, and Madrigal. When people come to visit I'm set now!

[@jaeob8553]

13:09 we gotta appreciate how he put the camera down, walked back down, and then jogged back up lol

[@epigabrielle4838]

My father ran a restaurant inside a gas station, best food in the area. That scene was super nostalgic for me x

[@Thenjkidmoe]

Why am I watching this while I’m fasting for Ramadan, I hate myself 😂😂

[@alphatango4447]

Imagine being a vegetarian and feeling hungry while watching this

[@usern4metak3ns]

Oof. Watching vids like these while fasting is so torturous, yet I do it anyway...

[@alphatango4447]

@@usern4metak3ns seriously man I guess we should have filter during fasting no food videos

[@usern4metak3ns]

@@alphatango4447 i would just turn off the filter lol.

[@setinternet3632]

Lol I’m doing a week long juice cleanse and when I started to get hungry I instantly came here to live through his stomach 😂

[@shaanbae6096]

Zamn that raspadas drink looked so good. 🍦

[@nemesisconvoy86]

I live about 4 miles from Lil Miss BBQ. That place is sooooooo good!

[@NaeReads4Utube]

I am so excited Mike is in Dallas!! Yippee!!!!

[@llChubll]

The worst thing about this is waking up at 3am in the morning and all you can eat while watching this is McDonalds.

[@FutureFairytale]

Here you can not order take out or delivery at night from 0h so that is even worse

[@JamesArey]

Great video! Love the driving scenes AND the cheesy Oaxacan pork dish!

[@mikejames2712]

I don't even eat meat and Mike manages to make Bar-B-Que look delicious.

[@CaliforniaPale]

Ditto!

[@1990drewman]

Nobody cares that you’re a vegie/vegan.

[@1990drewman]

@@CaliforniaPale Nobody cares that you’re a vegie/vegan.

[@1990drewman]

How do you know of someone is a vegetarian? Don’t worry they’ll tell you, or post it online.

[@Izzy_2003]

@@1990drewman Bruh, chill. 🤦‍♀️

[@theserulesoflife]

Yay! You finally tried little miss BBQ. Definitely the best in AZ! Great owners too! I hope my city treated you well!!

[@MissKriz93]

So cool to see you in front of UNM! I graduated from there! :D

[@diannesandvik460]

Love this video! So much fun traveling with you.