27 Best Mexican Restaurants in Encinitas

“Stopped by on a random Sunday walk. Had a glass wine and some mac n cheese. Both were very nice, good service and great tunes. Can't wait to come back for a dinner.“

“The pizza Birria was one of the best things I’ve ever eaten and the one of a kind Michelada’s are truly phenomenal and unique. The Latin American amalgamation with contemporary atmosphere has a perfect balance of an open, tasteful, yet festive experience. I will 100% be going back.“

“Good selection of traditionally made additive free tequilas“

“We got the quesadilla and fish tacos. Both were fresh and delicious. The order at the counter service was quick and easy, our food was out in 10 minutes.
Loved the mango on the fish tacos and the fish was perfectly seasoned.
Also has large drink selection and majority of seating is outdoor.
Highly recommend. Great for casual and large group setting.“

“the birria tacos are good I recomend them“

“Took my two boys and they both pounded their 4 tacos. One liked shrimp tacos the most, and the other his carne asada tacos. Sauce was great. The place was clean. The service was very kind and explained the dishes well. Had sopes for the first time and they were delicious. The hardest thing about this establishment is picking what to eat, they offer so much.“

“Awesome food prepared very well worth the wait! Delicious surf and turf! I was looking for the corn on the cob and churros but they ran! Super popular!“

“So delicious and enough food to feed an army. We are visiting from Canada and love to find little local hidden gems. This is one!Burrito was Huge, my son LOVED the shrimp plate and the salsa was the best ever. Would eat here again and again if we lived closer!“

“Delicious brunch at Cocina de Barrio! We are big fans of the chain and this was our first time at this location and it did not disappoint. We ordered the Tia Chata drink which has a coconut popsicle that was a lot of fun as well as a blonde ale. For entrees we had the salmon hash and sopes benny. We sat on the dog friendly patio. The service was very friendly and quick, water always getting refilled. The restrooms have changing tables. Recommend, everything on the menu tastes amazing.“

“Carne Asada burrito and 3 rolled tacos with guacamole. 'Nuff said!“

“You gotta try the taquito burrito!“

“I have loved Wahoos since they opened one of the first ones in Huntington Beach in the nineties! it's always fresh and clean with a great vibe. It's the easiest and safest place for me to go during the pandemic. The food is very consistent across all the stores I've been too. I highly recommend it. it's a great tasty healthy alternative to fast food!“

“I’ve been dining at Le Papagayo’s for 20+ years. I love the atmosphere, ambience, live music, and fabulous food. It’s a down to Earth place and you can come casual or dressed up! This place will not disappoint.“

“Very good place, only the shipping one is very special, he is a man, of course, he does not answer quickly, he talks a lot on the phone and is very angry about everything, he is annoying before, he was a great service in shipping to ladies and the ladies are very kind, that man is not I'm sorry, I'm sorry, but I had to say the store was all very well.“

“Tostada and Chimichanga are fire! They went above and beyond to accommodate a small mistake that was made on a previous visit. Really appreciate that! Classy joint.“

“Tostada and Chimichanga are fire! They went above and beyond to accommodate a small mistake that was made on a previous visit. Really appreciate that! Classy joint.“

“The food was so good here that after we finished we went and got seconds the cashier was very kind and helpful and made sure that we got what we ordered and that it was good which it was and the atmosphere was great because all the other places were super packed and this one was super chill and laid-back and the chicken soup was probably the best I’ve ever had. It had avocado in it. Thank you so much.“

“This is outside, next to a Valero gas station. Not a place for a first date meant to impress. But…. They’re open 24 hours! Have great fish tacos! Clean bathroom! ? Great service. We were there around 11pm, a little chilly, but the heaters worked just fine!
Thanks El Pueblo!“

“Great food and great margaritas! Maribelle is the best!“

“Great food and fast service“

“Perfect location, lots of parking, friendly employees I was taken care quick and my food did not took more than 5 minutes.It was tasty. I do recommend that the green salsa is the best. The red is little spicy with no flavor.I will come back you should stop and get de Carne Asada Burro.“

“A group of 6 of us went there for ther first time. Ordered menudo, machaca, carnitas, breakfast burrito, among other items. All was fresh, tasty and generously portioned. The salsa bar had a great selection of mild to spicy salsas, condiments as well and pickled carrots and onions.Not a fancy restaurant, but clean and comfortable.Most of us had leftovers to take home!“

“I enjoy eating at El Pollo Loco! I came here late at night and order a family meal and the chicken was juicy and delicious. I would recommend coming here again. Also, their burritos are delicious I tried the chicken avocado and it delicious and big.

Kid-friendliness: They are friendly with everyone not just kids!“

“Good food and consistent with other Rubio's. The staff was kind but this is the slowest Rubio's I've been to. Perhaps they were jammed with online orders because the dining room was not packed by any means. The fish was a little on the smaller side but tasted very fresh.“

“Every time I come from Utah, I have to go to Pablo’s Tacos. My Daughter introduced me to this several years ago and I absolutely loved this place. I wish we had one in Utah. My daughter gets the vegetarian burritos and I always go for the shrimp burrito. I’ve never been disappointed..
In my opinion this location ranks as one of the top five of my mexican places that I eat at…. And will continue to eat that ?

Vegetarian options: My daughter loves the taste of their bean and rice burritos….yum“

“So glad to see they're open 24hours! My refrigerator died, all food spoiled & we were starving. Not a big fan of spicy food &
never been to Cotixan- after 10pm just had to take a chance. We ordered Shrimp Burritos & Carne Asada Burritos. Very pleased with the meals. Shrimp were plentiful, tasty & juicy. Bèef Burritos were not overcooked & dry.. They were HUGE & flavorful. Will return“

“I love Juanitas! It is the best taco shop in Encinitas for sure ? I love their veggie burritos, I just add potatoes and you’re set to go! My husband loves their California burritos ? and carne asada tacos ? he thinks it’s the best carne asada in San Diego.“