Shimp Hotdogs in Jala, Mexico

Sometimes you get to a place and find your food options are limited.

In Jala, we had plans for a nice dinner at a place on the edge of town, but strong afternoon cocktails rendered the driving distance a less-than-smart idea.

Instead, we struck out on foot, determined to have dinner within walking distance of our hotel.

We came to Bambu, a little spot overlooking the central plaza. The coffee counter promised all sorts of smoothies and lattes so we figured it was good bet.

The food menu, though, was cause for some giggles. Under the hamburger listing was a "Vagetariana" hamburger. "Jamon" (ham) was the first ingredient of this vegetarian fare. Hmmm.

Also on the list was a shrimp hot dog. We were expecting ground shrimp formed into the shape of a hot dog. Instead it was a hot dog bun with a couple shrimp in it, topped with hot dog fixings.

But you know what? Even though we were skeptical, once we started eating, nobody had any complaints.

And when the bill came, again nobody was complaining. The place was priced for locals and after 5 of us ate dinner, the bill was only $220 pesos, which was about $20 US.