50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Bonita

“Great place to celebrate your birthday!! ❤️🥰🎉🎂🙏🏻“

“First of all everyone is so nice here. It is so refreshing. I love the Salsa both red and green are delicious. Graciela’s Tacos are my favorite along with the veggie burrito. And don’t forget the chips and the American guacamole 😋Graciela’s is my favorite taco shop highly recommend!“

“I ate a veggie sandwich with an acai bowl and some bbq chips. Honestly, not that bad. The sandwich was simple. I have found that simple is sometimes the most delicious. The bathroom was very clean. Tables..everything was clean and neat. We also ordered a large chamango which was so good. Highly recommend .“

“Great music and delicious food.“

“TJ Oyster Bar in Bonita, CA, is an absolute gem! The seafood is exceptionally fresh, and the flavors are nothing short of spectacular. From the mouthwatering fish tacos to the delightful ceviche, every dish is a testament to their commitment to quality. The casual yet inviting atmosphere, paired with friendly service, makes it a standout dining experience. If you're a seafood lover, TJ Oyster Bar is a must-visit destination. Five stars without a doubt!“

“Love this place! It's my family's go to spot for Mexican food.
Tonight 9/26/25around 530 pm stopped in for the #5 rolled tacos the tacos were delicious my real reason for my Review is BRANDON he is awesome his future is sky is the limit for this young man Friendly professional respectful to the guests that come through that door he needs a big fat raise or promotion or both this is what customer service is supposed to be like.. he could hold a customer service seminar teach other workers in the restaurant field this is what ownership looks like
Thank You Brandon!“

“It was late in the evening after nine p m, but before ten p m. We wanted to go to Cotijas taco shop. So we found the one in Bonita, and we came in ordered and sat down. I enjoyed the service and the food was good. They had a salsa bar that was fabulous, and I tried every flavor. I will definitely be going back!!!“

“As a fan of Mexican food establishments here in the Chula Vista area, it is my humble opinion that this eatery serves excellent dishes throughout the menu. This specific Colima's location prepares a delicious chile rellenos plate, not to mention their BOGO half off any second breakfast item deal is clutch (especially for those who want to save $$ & have a taco shop partner-in-crime!). Do yourself a favor & try the breakfast burritos here, they're my personal favorite. Colima's is a little gem of Bonita for sure!“

“I love this place! It was my first time going to their new location. The food was delicious and it was served super quick.

The servers were amazing! They were so attentive and quick to help with anything.

I gave the atmosphere a four, only because it was a hot and muggy day and the AC was not on. They did have fans going, so that made it bearable.

I highly recommend Jalisco's Cafe!“

“The best tacos I have had in San Diego . Great service and really good food“

“The beans rice and chorizo is always bomb and the flour tortilla amazing!!!!!!! Love it“

“Every time I come in here, I wonder why I don't come more often. (Possibly the atmosphere, it's clean but not the coziest. No music or TV, not much to look at.) But the food, wow! I always get three different tacos, they're all loaded with such amazing flavors and textures. The fresh salsas are also spectacular. I need to start making this a weekly visit.“

“The tacos de adobada are TOP tier. I have heard the lengua is also very good but I have not tried it. The tortiallas are fresh taste amazing. The carne asada though was a little disappointing. There is a consistent burnt/smoky flavor that I think overpowers the meat/taco. Maybe this is temporary but it tasted the same at multiple locations. I will edit this if it gets better. Either way I will be back for the adobada!“

“Amazing food. Delicious & unique drinks. All very reasonable. Will definitely return & highly recommended!!“

“This place was a pleasant surprise! My boyfriend and I ordered the combo meal with 3 tacos, fries and a drink. The tacos were so flavorful and delicious. He got 1 steak, 1 chicken, and 1 shrimp and was very satisfied. We even contemplated going again that night but we missed their closing time by 30 minutes. The only not so good thing were the fries but overall 10/10 highly recommend.“

“I don’t know why has a 4.5 review this place the food is phenomenal, like I always say if you see a huge line outside that means something good is cooking inside and might take a bit to get inside but is worth the wait!!! La comida está al 💯 recomendado mis amigos!!!!!!“

“Very delicious and big portions! Love the sopas and Rueben sandwich!“

“Outstanding service and food. The Juevos Rancheros with rice and beans were well portioned and delicious. The young lady serving us was helpful and attentive. New favorite!“

“Very good and authentic Mexican food owned and operated by a great family! Viva Cristo Rey!“

“I stumbled upon this restaurant while watching YouTube travel guides for our upcoming trip to San Diego. We love unique dining experiences, so this seemed like our kind of eatery. The food & service was excellent. The owner checked on every table & takes pride in his restaurant which shows in the quality of the food. The head meat tacos were excellent! We also loved the consomè con carne soup.“

“Cali Burrito On Point !!! 🔥“

“Great time and great food as always!“

“Really nice place Great food 🥘 excellent decor!!!!!“

“Ferchalada’s has some of the best ceviche in San Diego! The portions are huge and super fresh, so you definitely get your money’s worth. The Mango Wango ceviche is my favorite – the mix of mango sweetness with the tangy citrus and seafood is perfect. Friendly vibe, tasty food, and easy to recommend if you’re craving ceviche.“

“First time here went a few hours ago and the staff is so nice! Abigail this is for you especially you’re amazing don’t know if you remember me but I was wearing a blue hoodie with long brown hair lol but yes keep up the great vibes the food was delicious! Will be returning soon💞“

“Had a very nice conversation with Brenda at the drive-through. The food was delicious. The parking lot was clean. Brenda spoke loud and clearly she was very kind showed great customer service. I will probably be back to this location soon to eat again.“

“This place is the best! We’re from Colorado and we found this place three years ago when we were visiting. We’ve dreamt about their fish and shrimp tacos ever since, so we make it a point to stop by whenever we’re in San Diego. This last trip was no different. We even went twice this year because they recommended their garlic and butter fish and shrimp tacos and they’re to die for (along with everything else we’ve had). While they do have outdoor seating available, we ate in our car because we had our pup with us. When we went back, they even said they remembered us. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming, the place is clean and the food is tasteful. We just wish they would bring their truck to Denver so we could have them more often!“

“The food, drinks & service were amazing!! I’m coming back for sure 👌🏻“

“The food was delicious! 🤤 the space is lovely ☺️“

“Made a work trip & birthday alone - amazing🤍Thank you! And food/drinks bomb!“

“So stoked they have vegan rolled tacos! I tried both the potato and the lentil quinoa. Both are delicious, but the lentil quinoa ones blew me away!! 🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽 They are so flavorful and the tortillas are crispy and crunchy, yet not hard. Also awesome is that they pack everything separately so the food isn’t a soggy mess when you get home. I added vegan sour cream I had at home and topped it with their guacamole, lettuce and salsa. They were heavenly!! I also appreciate that they fry their vegan tacos in a separate fryer. 🙌🏽Also, thank you for not using styrofoam. The containers for the to go orders are compostable made of plant fiber. The place is beautifully decorated, clean, and the staff were very courteous. I will definitely return. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“My kids, me, my husband, my brother in law, my best friend, her family, the list goes on, all LOVE this place. Some of them drive from Chula Vista to eat here. I haven't had a bad dish yet. Carnitas, Carne Asada, Pollo, are all done perfectly. My favorites are the number 1, and the Carnitas Plate. If you're not into meat though try the veggie burrito, the Chile relleno burrito, or the bean n cheese burrito. You can also order the 3 sopes plate with refried beans instead of meat. That plate with meat is a favorite too if you like Sopes. I almost forgot about their chimichangas... I know where I'm headed for lunch today.

Vegetarian options: If you're not into meat though try the veggie burrito, the Chile relleno burrito, or the bean n cheese burrito. You can also order the 3 sopes plate with refried beans instead of meat. Excellent food here.

Kid-friendliness: My kids have been coming here since they were babies. They're teens now.“

“Fantastic tequila selection and happy hour - 5 stars“

“I really thought the house coffee was delicious.

The birria taco with an egg was very good. I've attached a picture.

Updated 21 May 2025. They have Natilla. Picture attached.

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“I'm giving it 4 stars because lately, the tortillas taste OLD. Before the tacos were soft, not chewy. The tostadas were breakable and crunchy. Lately, they are not that breakable and crunchy. The service is excellent!

Wheelchair accessibility: They have both low tables with removable chairs and pub tables with stools. For a wheelchair or walker with a seat, you can just remove a chain.“

“Everything. The service was impeccable. The food was delicious. The drinks were so refreshing. The atmosphere was amazing !“

“Had a great time for Mother’s Day. The food was great & all of the wait staff were great.“

“Overall an amazing and exceptional experience. The food is unique and nothing you can find in any other Mexican restaurant. Quality is superb and the presentation and creativity was inspiring.

But my favorite part was the amazing quality of the service! We felt like we were welcomed into someone's home. Our server was fantastic, but so was every other server we saw. They seemed genuinely happy and proud to be there. They took time to acknowledge everyone, not just their tables. I rubbed my arms a little and immediately had the nicest guy come right over and light the heater.
We are excited to go back to try more things on the menu.“

“first time there, I had chilaquiles with chicken, two eggs over- medium, good & spicy,my buddy had 2 tacos all pastor, delish and filling. plan on coming back to try the rest if the menu. :)“

“Good food. Fresh and fast“

“Food is delicious and fresh“

“Came from Michigan and was not disappointed! Definitely eating here every time I come. It’s a must eat!“

“amazing food.. I have been going for years“

“Fantastic breakfast. Will definitely be back!“

“Super Deliciosa toda la comida. Muy buen servicio y la atención que dan es excelente. Definitivamente deja abajó a otros restaurantes de barbacoa a los que he ido. Lo mejor de todo es que te cocinan todo fresco le doy un 💯 Y las costillas en jalea de mango está para chuparse los dedos.“

“great tacos. I got the all 3 beef, chicken and pork and they were great! salso was great. can't wait to find them again!“

“Great restaurant! Food, service were on point!“

“We were in San Diego for 4 days to enjoy Seaworld, the Zoo and do some whale watching. We found Jimmy Carters Mexican Cafe on Google and it was about a mile from our rental apartment. We went for dinner and a drink the first night and we were so glad we went there. The food was amazing. It came out hot and fast. I had the carnitas adobo with beans and rice. The steak was flavorful and tender, the tortillas were freshly made and hot. My wife had a cheese enchilada with Colorado (red) sauce and she said they were some of the best enchiladas she's had. We loved it so much, we came back the next night and shared an order of Nachos with shredded beef. They were so good, we think they might have been the best we ever had. All topped off with a cild beer and we went back to the rental very satisfied. Nice location, great staff and service. We will come back again when we are back in San Diego!“

“We got a large horchata, varios tacos, and a huarache. Everything was flavorful and we enjoyed every bite. The salsas were good. The horchata had a silky smooth texture to it and a flavor profile I've never had with horchata, I would definitely reccomended trying it! Everyone was so kind as well from the woman who helped take our order to the cook - they went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and comfortable. We would love to go back.“

“Everything we had was absolutely delicious. Ceviche. Al Pastor, carne asada, birria tacos. Quesadilla. Chips and guacamole. Highly recommended.“