If you’re looking for truly authentic Mexican food, this place is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm hospitality and the rich aromas of freshly made tortillas, sizzling carne asada, and perfectly spiced salsas.
The menu is packed with traditional dishes that taste like they came straight from a home kitchen in Mexico. The tacos were outstanding—freshly made corn tortillas, tender, flavorful meats, and vibrant toppings that brought everything together. The birria was unbelievably rich and full of flavor, and the homemade guacamole was some of the best I’ve ever had.
Service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere was lively but comfortable. You can tell the chefs take pride in their food, and it shows in every bite. If you’re craving real Mexican cuisine, this spot is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be coming back for more!
I also loved the homemade drinks! Kids loved it too!
This experience completes my San Diego visit!
Kid-friendliness: My toddler lived this place :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quesadilla, Family Pack Carne Asada Tacos, Salsa, Hand Made Tortillas
India
A little crowded sometimes but the food is good. Also it is a little pricey. I ordered a Adodobada Mulita thinking it was going to be a decent size. For $10 in is just one taco amount of meat in between two corn tortillas. Definitely the amount you get is not worth $10. I’ve gotten um it’s elsewhere that were huge for the same price. I was a little disappointed and would have rather just ordered two tacos for about the same price. Their California burritos are also $21 which to me is kind of insane. I understand food is more expensive now but you’re better off going down to another taco shop to get the same size burrito for cheaper.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quesadilla, Burrito
Two three
I came here to get tacos for my bf's mom with him and I noticed the lady was very accommodating to me. I asked her about the taco de nopal because I'm vegan and wanted to be sure that there was no meat or cheese. She described it to me and I knew I had to have one. I saw that they had beans on their menu and was interested if they were frijoles de la olla she said yes they have them and told me the size and price. I said okay because the one taco was enough and I wasn't that hungry, but good to know for next time. My bf and I went to the car to wait and he got the tacos when they were ready. When I got home and opened the bag the nice lady at the front gave me a small order of beans with my order and when I tasted the taco de nopal it was a perfect reminder of tacos de ranchito growing up. It made me so happy to add frijoles de la olla on my taco de nopal, I did a dance! Thank you!! This is my new spot! Can't get a taco like that anywhere else!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda A Nguyen
Food was great! Their fresh tortillas will get me to come back. I had mostly asada which I think was too basic of a choice. It wasn't anything special and maybe a little too charred for my preference. But the CARNITAS was so good. So rich and flavorful and juicy but also had crunch to it. The quesa birria tacos were also great and the consome was savory and warm. Overall hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dustin Zarend
Best tacos around socal. The meat is absolutely tasty, the fresh tortillas freaking amazing. Cannot go wrong with any choice all them are delicious. The salsa is fresh!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco, Salsa
Melissa Huk
First time ever at this restaurant and the food didn’t disappoint.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco, Tacos De Asada, Tacos De Birria, Left to Right Carnitas Adobada & Carne Asada
Gustavo Villarreal
So disappointing that they don’t even have a change for a 20 Dollar bill And the amount was 16 unbelievable smh
Service: 1
Arnold Virrey
Always good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos De Asada, Tacos With, Burrito
Adult Film Star
too pricey not enough food portions
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Candace Guerrero
The burrito and tacos are so good. Birria on point. We legit commute to eat here. 😂 Prices are reasonable, and then after you're done, you can go nextdoor and get ice cream on a donut!
Vegetarian options: They have cactus available
Parking: Parking lot is in a weird spot and easy to miss, and if you come in from the back the Little Caesars has a sign blocking your ability to see on coming traffic.
Kid-friendliness: What kid doesn't like tacos?!
Wheelchair accessibility: Some tight corners when you first enter the door, but it is wheelchair accessible for the most part in the seating area.
The best tacos in town. Too bad they closed their other location at Otay Mall. Always perfectly made!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco
Raul Iniguez
Great service and flavor as usual!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lourdes Chain
The adobada ones and the roast ones with a hand tortilla are very delicious. They were also very friendly. The sauces could be improved. Clean place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco
Oscar Paredes
I had a Carne asada Torta and it was
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Cero Grubs
The Best Asada Tacos in San Diego! Trust me! Get the carne asada tacos and Birria tacos you won't be disappointed! They cook their meat on mesquite wood from Mexico. Fresh carne asada and pollo asodo on the grill. You can taste so much flavor in the asada. The Birria is also very yummy. We also got the revo burrito with pollo adobada and it was amazing! They even had a Randy's donut connected to the restaurant and I got the donut with ice cream in between so fire ! ! Staff was friendly and inside was clean which is always a plus !
If you’re looking for truly authentic Mexican food, this place is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm hospitality and the rich aromas of freshly made tortillas, sizzling carne asada, and perfectly spiced salsas.
The menu is packed with traditional dishes that taste like they came straight from a home kitchen in Mexico. The tacos were outstanding—freshly made corn tortillas, tender, flavorful meats, and vibrant toppings that brought everything together. The birria was unbelievably rich and full of flavor, and the homemade guacamole was some of the best I’ve ever had.
Service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere was lively but comfortable. You can tell the chefs take pride in their food, and it shows in every bite. If you’re craving real Mexican cuisine, this spot is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be coming back for more!
I also loved the homemade drinks! Kids loved it too!
This experience completes my San Diego visit!
Kid-friendliness: My toddler lived this place :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quesadilla, Family Pack Carne Asada Tacos, Salsa, Hand Made Tortillas
A little crowded sometimes but the food is good. Also it is a little pricey. I ordered a Adodobada Mulita thinking it was going to be a decent size. For $10 in is just one taco amount of meat in between two corn tortillas. Definitely the amount you get is not worth $10. I’ve gotten um it’s elsewhere that were huge for the same price. I was a little disappointed and would have rather just ordered two tacos for about the same price. Their California burritos are also $21 which to me is kind of insane. I understand food is more expensive now but you’re better off going down to another taco shop to get the same size burrito for cheaper.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quesadilla, Burrito
I came here to get tacos for my bf's mom with him and I noticed the lady was very accommodating to me. I asked her about the taco de nopal because I'm vegan and wanted to be sure that there was no meat or cheese. She described it to me and I knew I had to have one. I saw that they had beans on their menu and was interested if they were frijoles de la olla she said yes they have them and told me the size and price. I said okay because the one taco was enough and I wasn't that hungry, but good to know for next time. My bf and I went to the car to wait and he got the tacos when they were ready. When I got home and opened the bag the nice lady at the front gave me a small order of beans with my order and when I tasted the taco de nopal it was a perfect reminder of tacos de ranchito growing up. It made me so happy to add frijoles de la olla on my taco de nopal, I did a dance! Thank you!! This is my new spot! Can't get a taco like that anywhere else!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was great! Their fresh tortillas will get me to come back. I had mostly asada which I think was too basic of a choice. It wasn't anything special and maybe a little too charred for my preference. But the CARNITAS was so good. So rich and flavorful and juicy but also had crunch to it. The quesa birria tacos were also great and the consome was savory and warm. Overall hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best tacos around socal. The meat is absolutely tasty, the fresh tortillas freaking amazing. Cannot go wrong with any choice all them are delicious. The salsa is fresh!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco, Salsa
First time ever at this restaurant and the food didn’t disappoint.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco, Tacos De Asada, Tacos De Birria, Left to Right Carnitas Adobada & Carne Asada
So disappointing that they don’t even have a change for a 20 Dollar bill And the amount was 16 unbelievable smh
Service: 1
Always good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos De Asada, Tacos With, Burrito
too pricey not enough food portions
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The burrito and tacos are so good. Birria on point. We legit commute to eat here. 😂 Prices are reasonable, and then after you're done, you can go nextdoor and get ice cream on a donut!
Vegetarian options: They have cactus available
Parking: Parking lot is in a weird spot and easy to miss, and if you come in from the back the Little Caesars has a sign blocking your ability to see on coming traffic.
Kid-friendliness: What kid doesn't like tacos?!
Wheelchair accessibility: Some tight corners when you first enter the door, but it is wheelchair accessible for the most part in the seating area.
Recommended dishes: Consomé, Asada Quesa Taco, Adobada Taco, Salsa, Birria Taco, Tacos De Birria
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The best tacos in town. Too bad they closed their other location at Otay Mall. Always perfectly made!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco
Great service and flavor as usual!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The adobada ones and the roast ones with a hand tortilla are very delicious. They were also very friendly. The sauces could be improved. Clean place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Quesa Taco
I had a Carne asada Torta and it was
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
The Best Asada Tacos in San Diego! Trust me! Get the carne asada tacos and Birria tacos you won't be disappointed! They cook their meat on mesquite wood from Mexico. Fresh carne asada and pollo asodo on the grill. You can taste so much flavor in the asada. The Birria is also very yummy. We also got the revo burrito with pollo adobada and it was amazing!
They even had a Randy's donut connected to the restaurant and I got the donut with ice cream in between so fire ! ! Staff was friendly and inside was clean which is always a plus !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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