Joseph Malabanan
San Diego, CA.

"The Plaza Machado is one of Mazatlan's hidden treasures. The plaza is tucked away in the heart of downtown. It cost 8 pesos and a 20 minute scenic bus ride (Sabalo Centro) from the Golden Zone. The plaza is surrounded by European style cafes and the newly restored theater named after a famous Mexican opera singer, Angela Peralta. My family and new found friends from Connecticut shared food combinations to our own personal guitarist. A very relaxing place to get away from the typical tourist hustle."