50 Best Mexican Restaurants in El Cajon

“Been going here for years !!!“

“I'm an old guy so spending nearly $20. for lunch still gets to me, but I'll gladly come back here and do it again & again. The Surf & Turf burrito is excellent, AND BIG. The chips & salsa are just right and the Coke from the fountain drink machine is not watered down like some places. I will try to schedule my jobs in El Cajon around lunch time.“

“I like the bean burritos.“

“We grabbed takeout last night for a party of three, and once again it was a great experience. I ordered the grande tostada—my absolute favorite—and it did not disappoint. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Even for takeout, the quality was excellent. The staff was, as always, incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. Consistent good food and warm service keep us coming back!“

“I recommend La Cresta especially for Taco Tuesday.“

“Finally found a taco shop that serves delicious burritos and its not super greasy! Loved breakfast burrito, CA burrito, texano burrito. The salsas are also yummyy.
Added beans and guac to my breakfast burrito and it was heavenly! Highly recommend this place and their food.
They also make us veggie chimichanga even though it wasnt part of the menu 😁“

“Authentic Mexican food Mexico City style ?a gem in El Cajón.

We had seen this place but had not had the opportunity to visit it and we liked it a lot. In a few words: Delicious food, good atmosphere, good service and attention; and very affordable prices.

We tried the pambazo, the al pastor tacos, the head and the sope. Everything was very delicious and with a 100% homemade Mexican flavor, but for us the star dish was the sope (they give you a choice of several stews) the dough with which it was prepared was very soft and at the same time crunchy. And the hibiscus water we ordered was very fresh and not as sweet and cloying as other places.

The decoration of the place is authentic Mexican and very colorful. You have to eat outside and inside.

And for us the most important thing was the prices since right now everything is very expensive. We were especially surprised given the quality of the service and food.

It is a place we will definitely return to and recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy authentic Mexican food.“

“yummy yummy yummy...my niecy recommended thos restaurant and it didn't disappoint. Large portions and friendly service.“

“Wow! Fresh made chips, all food DELICIOUS! The spicy cucumber margarita, don't miss this succulent beverage. Service was fast, prices were good. Bathrooms run down but reasonable. This is a big place so lots of cars in lot at weekend dinner and we still got right in. Yum!“

“Super delicioso 😋 super recomendado“

“La Casitas Grill and seafood went above and beyond to support a local fundraiser the rice,beans, and fajitas were delicious. We can't thank you enough for not just feeding the community but being part of it. Great food served by wonder people. Thank you again and again.“

“I have been coming to this location for over a year now and I just had to take the time to write how AMAZING the food and service is at this location. I am always greeted when I come in and the food is consistentantly made with the same amazing taste, portions, hot, and fast service. If your looking for some good Mexican food to eat, this place is a must.“

“I had their al Pastor street tacos, and they were excellent. They counter staff were very friendly. I would definitely go back to this restaurant. My sister got the carne asada tacos. She said the al pastor tacos were much better. I had let her try mine.“

“No mention of the lazy river, it’s the main reason I go in the summer. The only problem with it is the loud crappy music so early in the morning. Such a beautiful place to relax… in silence or at least relaxing music. No one wants BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! So early.. lord! 😩 One thing for sure, management won’t listen, maybe it’s to drive older people out of there and into casino to gamble… lol“

“Nice local spot in El Cajon of E. Main St. Mia was our server she was very sweet, kind, and took our order patiently.. I ordered the Ramen Birria, and two Quesobirrias. My friend got the menudo and two Quesobirrias all the food was delicious and definitely will be going back. Nice local gem of El Cajon.“

“This place is so delicious. I’ve been coming here for like 20 years. It still taste all the same if not better. 5 rolled tacos with guacamole and a carne asada burrito no sour cream… lots of salsa cucumbers carrots omg such a great flavor. Unfortunately I moved to Los Angeles with my pops. Pops is the best the unfortunately is there isn’t a La posta arrrr. My mother lives in San Diego so that’s the first stop issssssss LA POSTA. A++++++++++++ Hands down……“

“I have been eating there every night this last week do to work as I am staying in a hotel for work nearby. The mixed of food that I purchased has been Outstanding. The flavor, the freshness the overall flavor has been spot on. The size of the burritos a pound maybe 1.5 pounds will fill you up. The Steak and Egg Burrito is the BOMB if your hungry you wont be after eating this bad boy!!!! Good crew working there Clean facility just a smidge off the street you sorta have to look for it but its worth it dont fail your appetite!!!!“

“I had a trio of street tacos from this taqueria. Two tacos, especially Jr. and one taco Azteca, each for $3.49 a piece.

The tacos came on homemade corn tortillas. The especial jr. tacos came with carne asada, panela cheese, white and red onions, and a green salsa. The carne asada was tasty, perhaps a little heavy on the salt, but the meat offered that very good smoky grilled flavor that you get from grilling meat over and open flame with either wood or charcoal. Good tacos, and I loved the addition of the Mexican panela cheese.

The Azteca taco came with the same tasty carne asada, but also came with grilled nopales or cactus, white and red onions, and I was told it came with queso fresco, too, but non was applied to the taco. It was a very flavorful taco, nevertheless. The cactus was well prepared.

The service was friendly. They don't have a salsa bar, so you have to ask for salsa. The red one that I had was very good. There's plenty of inside seating.“

“I've been here twice I've tried the carne asada burrito and their birra tacos and they're both very good, the tacos are huge and full of meat the burrito also was delicious and full of meat they don't hold out on the portion and the cook is quick aswell“

“Amazing food, the meals look, taste, and are very similar to other locations so that is great, as it is consistent.

The shrimp trio is probably my favorite Taco Tuesday item. Their fish tacos are also very good, as well as the shrimp and bacon burrito. The burritos do have bunch of jalapeno seeds in there that make it really spicy.“

“Fantastic selection. Really an overwhelming number of choices.

Food was all good. Service was fast.

Get your food to go. The place is a bit rundown, and the homeless person who came in while we were eating was a turn off.“

“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.“

“I’ve been coming to this location for 20+ years. Always a good experience. My only complaint is the salsa being packaged in bags. The bags are not the easiest to open, they are messy when eating, and half the salsa ends up wasted because it spills from the side of the bag. Please go back to putting salsa in cups.“

“Delicious tacos! My favorite happens to be the cabeza tacos- especially because not all Mexican food restaurants have cabeza. Food portions are good and prices are slightly cheaper on average compared to other places. Food is also very consistent pretty much every time!“

“We live right around the corner from this shop and it took us like 8 months to finally get in there. But!.. after we ate there once we are hooked. The place is cozy and unassuming. But the food is delicious! And the portions are more than generous. I'm 6'4, 240lbs, and the burritos more than fill me up! Real talk! I highly recommend trying this place!Me only "gripe" of I have one? Is that their not open all the time! Lol I'm pretty sure it's family owned and that may be why? But if they were open all the time I could definitely see this place busy!“

“This place is a gem! We went in on happy hour. We were served with free appetizerrs and margaritas special prices. And the margarita were in large full glass. We ordered food and it was great!!
The bar was so pretty.
The best was are bartender.
This will be my new spot!;“

“Good food!ya wifi !“

“This place is the shit! Literally! Im a big California burrito head and time by time im starting to notice places are lacking, small burritos, burnt dry meat, just overall lacking… not this place, the burrito here was huge in size and had some tasty flavor, I would say for what you’re getting and convenience it’s worth it. If I were to come and tack on the two things that brought the review from a 5 to a 4 I would say the hours need some improvement (stay open longer) and I watched the workers handle the food and prep the quac all without gloves, if you’re sensitive about that kinda stuff this place won’t work for you. I’ll be back!“

“I'm a big fan of chimmh chungu burritos and they do a fantastic job with the food. Excellent ingredients very good quality and lots of it! Well done!“

“I ordered food today July 27th 2024. Whatever cook you guys have back there at that time deserves a raise, just because I could tell they have a passion for food and delivering great food to whoever orders. The lady upfront was courteous and professional. I’m a restaurant manager, I would steal whoever made my food back there in an instant.“

“Everything is delicious and so good“

“love the food but also the atmosphere.“

“I've been here several times and every time they get my order wrong...Human error is acceptable, being ripped off is NOT acceptable...I ordered 3 potato rolled tacos which are $3.99, I asked for Cilantro & onions instead of lettuce w/the included guacamole on the side, and the included cheese...I got 3 rolled tacos with Cilantro & onions, no guacamole or cheese?!? (They come with cheese, my receipt says NO CHEESE when I specified I wanted it) What I was CHARGED for was 3 beef rolled tacos w/potato which isn't even a thing, for $5.69...on top of that I ordered fries which the menu states are $2.99 but was charged $3.99, extra crispy was extra limp and undercooked...if that wasn't bad enough, they screwed me for another .50 for a credit card fee...NEVER will I go back & yes I definitely will dispute the charge because this isn't ok...Taco Azul is better (I was in a hurry and Taco Azul doesn't have a drive thru) and they ALWAYS get the order right, both food and cost, they have my business from now on...I support small business but these types of actions need to be made public because most small businesses are infinitely honest so the ones who aren't need to go bye bye...“

“This is the best Mexican food place ever. My boyfriend and I go here all the time. The men working always remember our order and are so kind to us! The horchatas are DELICIOUS and their burritos are the best I've ever had! Seriously, come here. Forget every other place. This place is THE place 🌯 🌮“

“The Best Grilled Chicken !!!“

“Tasty fast food courteous staff“

“It was good but they put everything I didn’t want in it I didn’t wanna drive back if I spend 14 bucks for a burrito make it right please“

“Been coming here regularly for years. Food is delicious. Portions are great. Service fantastic (Shout out to Bryan for his infectious positivity!). The walk-up window, late close times, and outdoor seating area makes for a convenient dinner and a great incentive to go for a walk. I'd recommend a breakfast burrito!

Had a single mistake in my 20+ orders that I didn't notice until I got home (It was still a VERY delicious mistake!) and unbeknownst to me they recognized the mistake themselves and set aside a note to comp that item for us the next time we arrived, which wasn't necessary but absolutely appreciated.

Thanks for all that y'all do!“

“AMAZING FOOD!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!! SO DELICIOUS!!!!“

“Used to eat here all the time years ago so when we come back it's nice to see it's still here. Food, portion sizes, and prices are different, but that's everywhere now. Carne Asada was different, miss the super flavorful and juicy meat but still was nice. The staff was very friendly, food came out fast. Rolled Tacos hit the spot! We sure can't miss getting carrots either!“

“I’ve been here twice. I ordered a coffee they recommended and that was very delicious, and also order a picadio empanada and that was amazing.
Second time I came in just for the tamales, so I thought, but then also ordered an empanada again. I ordered each flavor of tamales and they were huge! Full of meet and flavor. I would also ask for a couple of their salsas which pair perfectly with the tamales and empanadas.“

“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.“

“We have been going to Ponchos for about 8 years now and we have always loved their food but ever since they recently went under new management the food has changed and their carne asada has always been amazing but recently it’s like shredded or minced. And the flavoring isn’t that great anymore. I really hope you guys bring back the way you use to cook it in nice chunks like carne asada should be. Please!! They have great service always“

“I love the taco salad , it’s so good :)“

“Really good flavor!! We got pollo asado burritos and added rice, beans, sour cream and pico. Lots of flavor. Only complaint I have is the fact that the burritos literally only come with the meat and cheese. I don’t understand that. So after I added all the normal burrito ingredients the price was SO high. Paid $37 for 2 burritos and a cheese quesadilla“

“Vaso de fruits very refreshing on a hot day.“

“Muy ricos los tacos de camarón de filete“

“Deliciosos tacos dorados.“

“I love every Chipotle I've gone to. The only place I'm guaranteed not to get gluten food. Get a bowl no problem. The girl behind the counter was great. She not only changed her gloves upon my request but washed her hands before a new pair. I like that she cared enough.“