32 Best Fast Food Restaurants in El Cajon

In-N-Out Burger Hamburger • $
100 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger Combo with Cheese Fries with One Hamburger Patty
Double - Double Burger with Pickles & Onions
Double Double Animal-Style with Animal Fries
Double Double Cheeseburger with Fries
Double and Double Cheeseburger
Double Double Mustard Fried
Cheese Burger Animal Style
Double Double with Cheese
4x4 with Grilled Onions
1 Double Double with FF

“I'm not a hamburger person but once in a while I'll get a craving. Drive thru line was no longer than it's usual long, roughly 20 min wait. The girl who took our order was excellent. Shame on me because I should have checked before we left, but we got home I set up my kids to eat their food and I almost cried because MY BURGER WAS MISSING!! Sad day.“

4.2 Good239 Reviews
Philly Steak Subs Cheesesteaks • $
312 Ballantyne St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheese Steak w the Works
Large Philly Cheesesteak Works
Hot Pastrami Sandwich
Steak Fries
Avocado

“If you're looking for an authentic, Philly steak sandwich, look no further
These guys make each sandwich to order and everything is fresh and delicious. Don't get me started about the fries. You could order them plain or I understand you can order them Philly style. Going to have to try that next time. Let me know what you think of this. Fabulous local spot“

4.3 Superb110 Reviews
Sombrero Mexican Food Mexican • $
1522 Graves Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Machaca Breakfast Plate
Bean Tostada Beef Taco
Deluxe Breakfast Bowl
Mix Burrito Beef Taco
4 Rolled Tacos Supreme
Buffalo Chicken Bowl
Healthy Chicken Bowl
Chips & Large Salsa
Carne Asada Burrito
Nachos Supreme-Full

“Their carne asada fries are to die for always enough for two. I get mine extra cheese no sour cream (I don't like it).
They never disappoint.!!
Sorry I don't have a photo I ate them before I left this review.
Next time.“

4.6 Superb193 Reviews
Sombrero Mexican Food Mexican • $
1501 E Washington Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Fries Supreme with Cheese Guacamole and Sour Cream
Chicken Taco A la Plancha Carnitas
Machaca Breakfast Plate
Bean Tostada Beef Taco
Carne Asada Fries-1 2
Chips & Large Salsa
Pollo Asado Burrito
Carne Asada Burrito
California Burrito
Carne Asada Torta

“5:45 am Sunday Oct.20th, 2024. Laura who had worked all night greeted us with a smile and kindness. Who could ever ask for more? Two great Breakfast burritos to get us on the road from San Diego to Los Angeles was all we needed! Sombreros is so consistent, even before 6 AM.
Gary Kelley
El Cajon, CA. 92019“

4.3 Superb166 Reviews
Sombrero Mexican Food Mexican • $
1215 W Main St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Taco Pico De Gallo Salsa
Deluxe Breakfast Burrito
Bean and Cheese Burrito
Burrito de Carne Asada
Carne Asada Fries-1 2
Carne Asada Burrito
Pollo Asado Burrito
California Burrito
Cheese Quesadilla
Carne Asada Taco

“This place is a chain and an amazing one for that matter. It's not the best Taco shop but it's so solid and consistent with great food that whenever I see one I'm excited and already know I'm going to get great southern California Taco shop food. San Diego is lucky to have them...I wish they made it out to some other states. Also the price is always great. You are not going to break your bank here.“

4.3 Superb160 Reviews
Daniel's Taco Shop Fast Food • $
1104 E Washington Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

California Burrito
Carne Asada Fries
2 Chile Rellenos
Machaca Burrito
Rolled Tacos

“Good food comes out in good time it's decently priced and good hot sauce . Mite be a small restaurant but Over all good place to get food.“

4.4 Superb35 Reviews
Wienerschnitzel Fast Food • $
1601 Magnolia Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Chili Cheese Fries
Chili Cheese Dog
Ice Cream Cone
Hor Dogs
Schnitzel
BBQ Bacon
Corn Dog
Oreo

“Team Magnolia did a great job. The employees knew their customer Chris by name in front of us. I had a polish sandwich. My husband loves your chili dogs. Our fries were way too salty for us but.... Most customers love them that way. The main lobby and bathrooms were very clean. The trash cans in the lobby and outside didn't have trash sticking out of then like you see most fast food places. 👍 I understand since you no longer provide paper towels and have an air machine to dry our hands, there is no need to put a small trash can in there. You still need one. Most customers will use the disposable toilet seat covers to grab the door handle so they don't get public germs on their hands after washing them. They need a trash can for that and/or femine disposal items from guests. I didn't see one of those in there either. Thanks for allowing me to provide feedback. We heart Dee Weinnerschnitzel.“

4.2 Good46 Reviews
Wienerschnitzel Fast Food • $
1281 E Main St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Ranch Chili Cheese Fries
Oreo Cookie Chocolate
Chili Cheese Dog
Mini Corn Dogs
Two Chili Dogs
Two Corn Dogs
French Fries
Small Fries
Strawberry
Chilli Dog

“I was very hungry today, swung by the drive-thru, and was pleasantly surprised with a first-rate Chicago all-beef hotdog, tasty French fries, and a delightful orange cream shake (with a wide straw)! I sat in the adjacent parking lot and devoured a meal fit for this diva! I will definitely return for some of the interesting entrées listed on the diverse menu! ✔️???“

4 Good65 Reviews
Jack In The Box Fast Food • $
2461 Jamacha Road, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger
Jack's Spicy Chicken Combo
Loaded Breakfast Sandwich
Bacon & Swiss Buttery Jack
Sourdough Jack Burger
Jr Bacon Cheeseburger
Breakfast Jack Combo
Seasoned Curly Fries
Classic Buttery Jack
Jack's Party Bundle

“Monster Taco's the BEST!“

3.9 Good73 Reviews
The Habit Burger Grill Fast Food • $
2992 Jamacha Road, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Barbecue Chicken Sandwich
Charburger Grilled Cheese
Tenderloin Steak Sandwich
With Grilled Pineapple
Tempura Green Beans
Onion Rings & Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Chicken Club
Veggie Burger
French Fries

“Vegetarian options: Their Grilled Beyond Burger with grilled onions was fantastic! This is our new "go to" fast food place that's Vegan and Vegetarian friendly. Also highly recommend their battered green beans.

Parking: Good drive through. Lots of drink choices are available.“

3.7 Good102 Reviews
Five Guys Fast Food • $
345 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Cheese with Patty Grilled Onions Jalapeno and Green Bell Peppers
Bacon Cheeseburger with Grilled Mushrooms
Cajun Fries and Bacon Cheeseburger
Double Cheeseburger and Fries
Little Bacon Cheeseburger
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Cajun Fry Seasoning
Their Cheeseburger
Bacon Cheese Dog
Burger in Fries

“It's all day today I've been telling my friends that Five Guys has the best burgers in town and now I'm getting a load of requests to try out other places.“

3.6 Good93 Reviews
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers Fast Food • $
2991 Jamacha Road, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Sandwich Combo
The Sandwich Combo
Chicken Fingers
Caniac Combo

“love raising cane's but today...fries were minimal, chck pcs seriously small and the sprite...is more faucet water than pop....I will still come, cause I love your chckn...hopefully it was just a fluke day and next will.be better“

3.5 Good200 Reviews
Dairy Queen (Treat) Ice Cream Shop • $
2656 Jamacha Road #102, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Brownie Oreo Cupfection
Peanut Buster Parfait
Ice Cream Cone
Ice Cream Cake
Peanut Buster
Banana Split
Strawberry
Mint Oreo
Sundaes

“Love it there, the lady and son and workers are really nice 👍“

4.5 Superb45 Reviews
Jack In The Box Fast Food • $
2733 Navajo Rd, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Brunchfest Sandwich with Egg Sub for Pattie
Loaded Breakfast Sandwich
Ultimate Cheeseburger
Seasoned Curly Fries
Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
Chicken Sandwich
Breakfast Jack
Sourdough Jack
Regular Fries
Onion Rings

“My local Jack in the box. Never had a bad experience here. My latest addiction is fill out the receipt survey then next trip two for one jumbo Jack's. And repeat. Used to get donation $1 cirly fry but I think it's over now boo. Late night munchy meal boxes and crazy and so good but soo bad for you lol.“

3.5 Good60 Reviews
Jersey Mike's Subs Sandwich Shop • $
1299 East Main Street Suite 204, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Jersey Mike's Famous Philly
Big Kahuna Cheese Steak
The Original Italian
California Club Sub
Stickball Special
Chips & Drinks
The Number Four
The Super Sub
Club Supreme
Cookie

“As fast food sandwich shops go this one clearly stands out from the rest. The crew that made my sandwich was extremely fast and they didn't skim on the meat that went in it. They got through 15 or so people in under 5 minutes I was actually amazed. The sandwiches are top quality and the bread is always extremely fresh. This Jersey Mike's is a definite go to.“

4.2 Good48 Reviews
Jersey Mike's Subs Sandwich Shop • $
141 Broadway, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Portabella Chicken Cheese Steak
Fresh Baked Cookies Brownies
Buffalo Chicken Cheese Steak
Jersey Mike's Famous Philly
Turkey Breast and Provolone
Chicken Philly Cheese Steak
Original Italian Sub 13
Big Kahuna Cheese Steak
Portabella Cheese Steak
California Club Sub

“This Jersey Mikes does a great job. They get you in and out quickly. The dining floor, tables, & drink/condiment areas are kept clean. Last time I was here the card reader was having issues but Madison got it sorted out and helped me on my way. This time I got my favorite: a regular #2 Mikes way w/ a Pepsi, Cool Ranch Doritos, & a Chocolate TASTYKAKE (SoGood)“

4.1 Good45 Reviews
McDonald's Fast Food • $
1695 E Main St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Mcdouble with Fries with Cheese
Breakfast Deluxe in MacDonald's
Burger King Chicken Nuggets
Bacon Egg & Cheese Biscuit
Quarter Pounder Hamburger
Sausage Mcmuffin with Egg
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Classic Big Mac Pack
World Famous Fries
Chicken Mcnuggets

“I love this McDonald's. The people are so friendly. Way better than 2nd st!“

3.2 Average81 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
1561 Magnolia Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce
Mtn Dew Baja Blast Freeze
Cantina Chicken Bowl
Ground Beef Burrito
Beefy Melt Burrito
Crunchwrap Supreme
Chicken Quesadilla
Burrito Supreme
Mexican Pizza
Bean Burrito

“I don't go out to eat all too often, but when I do I am always delighted to see Ana down at the Magnolia location. Her attitude is wonderful and her service is swift and pleasant. Just goes to show how hiring the right kind of folks can really work on getting consistent customers!“

3.2 Average48 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
1145 Avocado Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Double Chicken Avocado Salad
Double Chicken Tostada Salad
Avocado Chicken burrito1l
Tostada de Pollo
Grilled Chicken
Tortilla Soup
Pinto Beans
Chicken Bowl
BRC Burrito
Pollo Asado

“The Best Grilled Chicken !!!“

3.9 Good55 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
494 Broadway, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Double Chicken Avocado Salad
Chicken Tostada Salad
Chips and Guacamole
2 Piece with Corn
Chips and Salsa
Roasted Chicken
Tortilla Soup
Pollo Bowl
Burnt Taco
Taco Salad

“Tasty fast food courteous staff“

3.9 Good51 Reviews
Carl’s Jr. Fast Food • $
520 N 2nd St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Sausage and Egg Biscuit
Onion Rings from Carl
The Big Carl Combo
Hamburger

“Drive thru went quick. They were very organized.“

3.1 Average52 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
2506 Jamacha Road, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito
Chicken Quesadilla Combo
Grilled Cheese Burrito
Beefy Mini Quesadilla
Cheesy Potato Griller
Beefy Crunch Burrito
Ground Beef Burrito
Crunchwrap Supreme
Cheese Quesadilla
Nachos Bellgrande

“Vegetarian options: There are theoretically vegetarian dishes such as bean burrito or fries or you can request a taco without meat but I don't know what kind of oil is used to cook these and the bean burrito normally has cheese so if you are Vegetarian, including no cheese you may have to specially request that as well.

Parking: This is in an area close to Wal Mart, Smart & Final, Panda, UPS, Sally's, and other shops so it can get busy. When leaving it is sometimes easier/safer to turn right and make a u turn near truck stop, near dirt road area to get back to the freeway rather than trying to left across traffic and partially blind corner.

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Not sure if there are auto doors but there may be a handicapped parking spot.“

3.1 Average58 Reviews
Jack In The Box Fast Food • $
1700 E Main St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Ultimate Cheeseburger
Chicken Fajita Pita
Breakfast Sandwich
Sourdough Jack
Breakfast Jack
Jr Jumbo Jack
French Fries
Onion Rings
Egg Rolls
Two Tacos

“Buenas hamburguesas mmmmm“

3.1 Average67 Reviews
Jack In The Box Fast Food • $
495 N 2nd St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Ultimate Cheeseburger
Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
Monster Tacos
Chicken Club
Curly Fries
Jumbo Jack
Onion Rings
Egg Rolls
Two Tacos
Nuggets

“I recently had the pleasure of interacting with Sondra, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed! From the moment she took my order.

Sondra was friendly and professional this time of night. I appreciated how she went above and beyond to ensure my order was exactly how I requested.

It’s rare to find such dedication in customer service these days, showing that she truly careered about customers’ satisfaction.

Overall, I couldn’t be happier with my experience and would highly recommend Sondra needs to be valued with jack-in-the-Box. Thank you Sondra for providing such outstanding service!“

3.1 Average69 Reviews
McDonald's Fast Food • $
886 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Chicken mc Griddle
Sausage Mcgriddles
World Famous Fries
Chicken Mcnuggets
2 Quarter Pounder
Sausage Mcmuffin
Sausage Burrito
Egg Mcmuffin
French Fries
Cheeseburger

“Cashier was helpful. The new remodel is cool. Though my kid didn't like the removal of the little game screens they used to have. But less germs to spread that way I guess. It is actually a unfriendly environment for kids now, nothing like what it was when I was growing up. I couldn't find the free wifi connection so they may have taken that way also. There was also knats bothering us while we ate, they kept flying in our faces and trying to get our food. So we had to eat fast and get out of there. Which seems like that was what McDonald's wants customers to do now anyways, it isn't a spot to chill anymore.

Kid-friendliness: Not kid friendly anymore. And kids meals are $6+

Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible“

3.1 Average111 Reviews
Jack In The Box Fast Food • $
350 E Chase Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Podri-Hamburguesa De Jack in the Box
Oreo Cookie Ice Cream Shake
Bacon & Swiss Buttery Jack
Grilled Breakfast Sandwich
Classic Hamburger and Fry
Jumbo Breakfast Platter
Ultimate Cheeseburger
Jack's Spicy Chicken
Seasoned Curly Fries
Chicken Fajita Pita

“Love the new employees they hired, very personable and overall sweet people.

Don't know if this is standard for their tacos, or if these have been sitting in a puddle of oil for too long. $1 for 2 tacos when ordering through the app is a price that can't be beat, so I'm not upset.

Coke freestyle machines keep me coming back. They never seem to skimp on syrup, so it's always flavorful. Try the lime coke if you haven't already.“

3 Average61 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
335 N 2nd St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Cheesy Gordita Crunch Combo 10
Chipotle Chicken Loaded Griller
Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce
XXL Grilled Stult Burrito
Triple Double Crunchwrap
Grilled Cheese Burrito
Cantina Chicken Bowl
Ground Beef Burrito
Hard Shell Beef Taco
Beefy Crunch Burrito

“Navae (sry if I butchered your name) working 7.18.24 night shift il drive thru is absolutely wonderful and will keep me coming back To Taco Bell over and over, purely because her excellent customer service and helpfulness. Deserves a raise for sure!!“

3 Average71 Reviews
Burger King Fast Food • $
822 N Johnson Ave, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Classic Wrap Spicy Wrap Honey Mustard Wrap
Fiery Royal Crispy Chicken
Original Chicken Sandwich
Impossible Whopper Meal
Popeyes Chicken Sandwich
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Bacon Cheeseburger
Flame Grilled Beef
Mozzarella Sticks

“Place has been remodeled in recent years. Looks a lot cleaner inside. I love the tacos but the price has gone up so much, I rarely treat myself to them anymore. $3.49 +tax…with minimum wage going up, we’re going to be paying $5 for two tacos here real soon. ????I hate to say it, they’re way better than Jacks!“

3 Average86 Reviews
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Wendy's

Wendy's Fast Food • $
871 Broadway, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Wendy's Hot & Crispy Fries
Wendy's Strawberry Frosty
Apple Pecan Chicken Salad
Classic Chocolate Frosty
Wendy’S Baked Potatoes
Pineapple Mango Lemonade
Wendy’S French Fries
Chocolate Chunk Cookie
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Bacon Double Stack

“yes was very delicious the chicken it was the best .The only concerns was the employees. My daughter repeated the orders like three times and than returned because was a misteck with the menu.“

3 Average90 Reviews
Jersey Mike's Subs Sandwich Shop • $
2514 Jamacha Road Suite 504, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Use the App for Easy Order and Pickup
Big Kahuna Chicken Cheese Steak
Big Kahuna Cheese Steak
No Silverware Required
California Club Sub
Ham and Provolone
The Veggie Sub
Bottled Water
Sandwich
Cookie

“I lived in Mission Beach yrs ago & in Old Mission was a Jersery Sub Shop & I have looked & looked all over S.D. for one that would be as good & I finally found Jersery Mikes. The first one I went to was in Merritta the other side of Temecula then when I came back to El Cajon I found the one on Broadway. haven't tried the one in Rancho S.D. yet ,I'm sure going to next time I'm over that way. So far they have been the closest to the one in Mission Beach. OK!“

3.7 Good42 Reviews
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Chicken • $
110 Jamacha Road, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

3 Piece Chicken Red Beans and Rice
Regular Homestyle Mac & Cheese
New Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
New Popeyes Boneless Wings
Popeyes Fried Chicken Meal
Handcrafted Tenders 8 pcs
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Spicy Chicken Tenders
Popeyes Bone-In Wings
Chicken Combo 2 pcs

“Great food and even better atmosphere and service today. This location had the sandwich and got them out in a timely manner!! Will definitely be back. 👍🏽💪🏽“

3.5 Good109 Reviews
McDonald's Fast Food • $
281 N 2nd St, El Cajon

Customers` Favorites

Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese
Mcrib Sandwich and French Fries
Spicy Chicken Sandwhich Deluxe
Bacon Egg & Cheese Biscuit
Quarter Pounder Hamburger
Any Size Soft Drink
Sausage Mcgriddles
With Cheese Bacon
Chicken Mcnuggets
Hot Caramel Sundae

“Man feeding dog on the table“

3 Average115 Reviews

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