34 Best Mexican Restaurants in Carlsbad

“This place gets great reviews and they are well deserved.

Food was outstanding, Marcos was an outstanding server with super recommendations. No rush, very relaxed service and general atmosphere. Live music was a plus, but a little too loud.

Go there. You will not be disappointed. Ask for Marcos for superior service.“

“Trendy but relaxed and really good margarita!“

“The food and service is always good, I was wondering what is their signature dish? And has the restaurant had a food critics review? I love you read it! See you soon Casa de Bandini!“

“This place is wonderful! Will be back!! The food was great and the service was wonderful! My husband and I noticed that we didn't feel gross after eating out. We take our health seriously and eat super clean and mostly at home. When we go out we usually don't feel our best due to all the seed oils. This place felt like eating at home, the best quality we could get!“

“I didn’t expect much but was surprised to get the tastiest food I ever ate in Mexican place. I suppose it was because the Taco Oasis shack was a first for me,beng used to restaurants, but those people know how to prepare the most tasty tacos I’ve ever eaten. They also add avocado no extra charge. Carne Asada Taco only $3.50 each. What a deal!“

“Consistently delicious and friendly service.“

“Highly Recommended Miguel's Cocina Mexican Restaurants🥰“

“I love tacos El Pueblo!!!! A San Diego classic with the famous $1.39 fish tacos (at the time of this writing) their service is fantastic. The staff is friendly. The food is great. The salsa is awesome! And the complimentary pickled carrots are a classic. I sincerely hope you will read this review and visit this esteemed establishment to give them your business as opposed to visiting a crappiestablishment such as Chipotle.“

“Just happened upon this place (new in the area). Sopes were fantastic, as well as their Margaritas. Will return, for sure!!!“

“What an amazing place to eat, fresh food and great service. Shout out to Mike, what an amazing gentleman always checking up on customers and making sure everything is top notch. Best food in the county.“

“I come here at least once a week for fajitas, tacos and/or drinks. But it’s not only the delicious food or drinks that have me returning but their exceptional bartender, Gretta. She takes it upon herself to go the extra miles for not only her restaurant but her customers. She is a diamond in the rough and the perfect embodiment of a fun loving So Cal gal. Keep on pouring em girl. I’ll be back for you!“

“Margaritas are always great. The one with the beer was a little strange but fun and surprisingly good- presentation was great. Love their chips and salsa. Food is consistently good. Never had a dish I didn't care for. Service is experienced and consistently very good. Ladies powder room... Gotta check it out girls! Have fun at Garcia's. I always do.“

“I found this place by accident while walking to Jack in the Box. But I had been wanting to try some fish tacos in California, and yeah, this place has fish tacos.

It has amazing fish tacos. They're six bucks each and they're huge. The fish are in breaded chunks, and there's a lot of fish on these tacos.

This is a 24 hour place, and most people sit outside. The folks in the kitchen deserve a shout-out. Most seating is outside. The menu is huge. And of course in Carlsbad, the weather is always perfect for outside seating.

Update: I went back the next day and got a breakfast burrito. It's as big as a house.

I give this place an A+“

“I ordered the 2 piece meal with brocolli, pinto beans, and corn tortillas. I had a side of the avocado hot sauce and the red hot sauce. The chicken was tender and moist, not dry, flavorful, and well marinated. The broccoli was not overcooked and soggy but steamed just right with a little bit of crisp to it. My pinto beans had a great flavor with a little bit of a spicy kick, which I love.The cashier was attentive and engaging. He was polite and had a smile when saying hi and bye. The speed of service was amazing, as they cut my chicken and got my meal to me quickly. Great experience at this location!“

“Amazing veggie fajitas and mango margaritas 😋“

“Amazing food amazing service got shredded chicken burrito and a bean and cheese for my wife .salsa was green guacamole one it was tasty.i don’t write that many reviews but i had to say something .food tasted authentic and spicy …just sayin“

“El personal es muy amable súper súper limpio 🧼 se esfuerzan por agradarte la comida no se diga súper deliciosa muy típica al estilo Oaxaca 💯 en lo personal lo recomiendo todo 🙏“

“My rating is based off their chicken soup! That soup is phenomenal. Do yourself a favor and grab some of their habanero sauce and drop it into the soup, obviously only add what you can handle. The flavors are amazing and so nice on a nice fresh evening.“

“Great food…. I went here once a few years ago and said for my 50th is was coming back here and ordering from Rudy’s and I live In North Dakota, So around my birthday for 2 years I have been coming and ordering my favorite…. ❤️ Love Rudy’s Taco Shop ❤️“

“Always nice & clean. Friendly staff and the food is always plated beautifully. ;)“

“Wonderful customer service and the food is delicious. My husband had a carne asada burrito that was very large and the meat was so lean, tender and tasty. I had a chicken tostada in which the chicken had the best flavor! You know how sometimes you get Mexican food and there is no flavor added to the meat? Not here!!!“

“I absolutely love trying new places to eat! The cashier was super friendly. The atmosphere is nice a brightly let. Prices are great for the food portion you get and what makes this place welcoming is the people who work here. The California burrito was tasty! Thank you to the Kotija Jr Team! Great staff and great food! A must try place! Thanks Kotija!“

“Wonderfully delicious vegan restaurant. We had their Mexican fare the first time (got some tacos and nachos), then tried the buffalo chicken sandwiches the next time, which were exceptional. The restaurant is very well maintained with a good atmosphere, and all of the staff are exceedingly friendly and happy. Does it speak to the quality that we went there 3 times in the week we were visiting? And obviously, bonus marks for being fully vegan!

Vegetarian options: Fully vegan, so fully vegetarian“

“best fish taco ive ever had :) very reasonable. nice staff“

“Always nice & clean. Friendly staff and the food is always plated beautifully. ;)“

“The Hibiscus Margs are super unique and delicious, worth every penny!“

“best fish taco ive ever had :) very reasonable. nice staff“

“Yum! Yum! The veggie burrito is the best. Don't get me wrong, I love their meat options. But the veggie has plenty of protein and you can add guacamole for free. Or if you don't want it in the burrito you can opt for it on the side.“

“Love this place!!!!! Go #hawkaroundandfindout about Lola’s“

“A solid choice for pretty authentic fast Mexican food. Not quite there inconsistency and tacos, which are fixed one way one week will be slightly different the next week. Good food nonetheless. Service and ambience are typical fast food. Love the free chips and salsa.“

“Ordered a large lunch order for a meeting and there were definite modifications to some of the items.

Everything was prepared as ordered, it was ready by my pick up time while still timely - I arrived about 5 mins prior to the designated time and it was not sitting there getting cold or mushy, rather it was ready briefly after I arrived.

Everyone was friendly and offered their assistance rather than me having to ask.

And the food was great! Everything well prepared, nothing over or undercooked. Everyone ate their entire meal and there were no left overs.

WELL DONE!“

“It was amazing we are going to come back“

“First timer ... Love the food and rhe Bloody Mary's!! what made the place and will be coming back for sure .. is the atmosphere ... very friendly inside and out and they welcome all 4 legged friends and how they are treated when welcome in. 🐕“

“Fast, friendly service. Great fresh food with 2 menus to choose from. Never didn't like my trip here.

Vegetarian options: I substitute black beans for meat. Tastes better anyways.

Parking: Small cramped lot. Go for the drive thru. It's fast.“