13 Best Mexican Restaurants in La Jolla

Don't miss La Jolla's top Mexican restaurants, as recommended by Restaurantji.

Puesto La Jolla Mexican • $$
1026 Wall St, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Tacos Chicken Al Pastor Carnitas Verduras
Puesto Perfect Guacamole
Chips & Molcajete Salsa
Tamarindo Shrimp Taco
Filet Mignon Taco
Classic Guacamole
Potato Taquitos
Baja Fish Tacos
Ceviche Verde
Mushroom Taco

“I love this place. This place have amazing atmosphere with a great vibe, plus a delicious selection of tacos appetizers and drinks.“

4.6 Superb827 Reviews
La Corriente Mexican • $$
456 Pearl St, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Chorriada Shrimp Taco
Red Snapper Tostada
Grilled Octopus
Mushroom Taco
Guacamole
Ceviche
Salsa

“Such an amazing experience! Food was amazing, people were very kind and the restaurant was very clean! I completely loved the full experience! I told them I was visiting San Diego celebrating my birthday. They gave me an ice cream, and sang happy birthday to me! ?“

4.3 Superb138 Reviews
Don Carlos Taco Shop։ Mexican • $
737 Pearl St UNIT 113, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Pint Pollo Asado Enchilada
Plain Cheese Quesadilla
Don Carlos Super Fries
Burritos Marked With
Carnitas Chimichanga
Rolled Tacos Special
California Burrito
Burritos and Tacos
La Jolla Burrito
Hungover Burrito

“Don Carlos Taco Shop is a La Jolla institution for great Mexican fast food. Great friendly staff and good food. I use for take out exclusively.“

4.6 Superb142 Reviews
Aldea Restaurant Mexican • $$$
1251 Prospect St, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Happy Hour Chips Salsa
American on Prospect
Happy Hour 394 Hazy
Happy Hour White
Chips and Salsa
Fish and Chips
Chile Verde
Butter Cake
Aguachile
Ceviche

“Great Baja Mexican food, great drinks

Vegetarian options: Mushroom tacos

Dietary restrictions: Skinny margarita

Kid-friendliness: Hamburger

Wheelchair accessibility: Lift device“

4.3 Superb105 Reviews
The Taco Stand Mexican • $
621 Pearl St, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Street Corn on the Cob
Tacos Delight Tacos Done Right
Carne Asada Burrito
California Burrito
Mar Y Tierra Fries
Al Pastor Burrito
Shrimp Burrito
Al Pastor Taco
Street Tacos
Shrimp Tacos

“A MUST IN LA JOLLA! Who doesn't want The Taco Stand after a day of fun in the sun? The line here can get long, though it moves fairly quickly.

Baja Taco
Battered shrimp. So good!

Camaron Taco
shrimp is so good too! not that spicy and well cooked.

Al Pastor Taco
The al pastor is spiced so well!

Carne Asada Taco The meat is soft and tender. The softest carne asada I've had.“

4.3 Superb104 Reviews
Raymundo's Taco Shop Mexican • $
7918 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast California Burrito
The Original Asada Burrito
Carne Asada Burrito
Shredded Beef Taco
Chicken Taco
Guacamole
Fish Taco
Carnitas
Fries

“they elevated my culinary experience with a masterful fusion of authenticity and artistry, transforming traditional mexican dishes into moments of pure delight. the carne asada tacos were a revelation, the meat tender and smoky, wrapped in tortillas that seemed to carry the soul of generations. the guacamole was impossibly fresh, a bright medley of creamy avocado, citrus, and just the right touch of spice. even the simplest elements—a warm bowl of pozole or a basket of perfectly salted chips with salsa—were crafted with care and precision. every bite felt like an ode to the rich tapestry of mexican cuisine, leaving me both nourished and deeply impressed.

Dietary restrictions: good

Parking: good“

4.2 Good65 Reviews
El Charro Mexican Food Mexican • $
2175 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Fish Burrito and California Burrito
Cheese Quesadilla
Carne Asada Plate
Carne Asada Fries
Guacamole
Salsa
Chips

“We had a chicken and beef taco for a late night snack and they were a full meal. They were packed with meat and cheese and had a full salad overflowing with lettuce and tomatoes. The prices were very reasonable and the service was prompt.“

4 Good71 Reviews
Don Bravo Mexican • $
5504 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Taco Tuesday Now All Day Every Day
Deep Fried Fish Tacos De Pescado
Bean Cheese and Rice Burrito
Angus Carne Asada Burrito
Beer Battered Fish Taco
Battered Fish Tacos
Breakfast Burrito
Burrito de Pescado
Two Tacos Combo
Seafood Tacos

“Wooooowwwww! The tacos were *chefs kiss* amazing! Loved finding this little taco shop in La Jolla!! The meats are very flavorful and the salsas are also very very good! Very friendly staff too! Wish I could take the tacos back to Colorado with me 🥲“

3.9 Good136 Reviews
Rubio's Coastal Grill Mexican • $
8855 Villa La Jolla Dr Suite 404-06, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Original Fish Taco Two Taco Plate
Avocado Corn Taco Salad
Two Original Fish Tacos
Roasted Chipotle Salsa
The Original Fish Taco
Classic Fish Taco
Mahi Mahi Tacos
California Bowl
Shrimp Tacos
Chilaquiles

“I ordered the 2 crispy fish taco plate on my last visit.
The fish was huge and crispy and freshly prepared. The cabbage was paper thin and crisp and perfectly seasoned.
I couldn't believe how good my dinner tasted. I am a long time Rubios fan boy, but this trip was my best visit in quite a long time.“

3.8 Good63 Reviews
Taco Villa Mexican • $
113 Eucalyptus Grove Lane, Lot P113, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Chips or Fries
California Burrito
Triton Quesadilla

“Delicious � Must come back and try the burrito bowls and nachos.“

3.3 Good23 Reviews
Jose's CourtRoom Mexican • $$
1037 Prospect St, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Two Awesome Shrimp Tacos
Enchiladas Surf & Turf
Chips and Salsa Togo
Three Amigos Burrito
Chicken Fajitas
Fajitas Chicken
Surf and Turf
Carne Asada
Fish Tacos
Chips Salsa

“It was a great place to sit outside and enjoy the view. The service was great the margaritas amazing. The food was also great. I had the Baja bowl and my partner had the mahi mahi tocas. It was awesome!“

3.5 Good163 Reviews
Casa Ocho Street Vendors • $
7335 Girard Ave, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

La Torta Del Barrio

“From the moment we entered, everything was perfect. The service was professional and friendly without being pushy. The duck confit was tender and packed with flavor, and the wine list offered great selections from local vineyards. Loved the cozy, romantic lighting and calm atmosphere. Prices are fair considering the high quality. We’ll definitely be back.“

5 Superb1 Reviews
Rigoberto's Taco Shop Tacos • $
7345 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla

Customers` Favorites

Rolled Tacos with Guacamole & Cheese 3
Carne Asada Quesadilla
Quesadilla Supreme
Supreme Quesadilla
Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Fries
Chile Relleno
Carnitas
Cabeza

“I had 3 tacos and they were all very good. Not sure why 2 were hard shelled & the 3rd was soft shelled. Beef & chicken were hard & carnitas was made with the soft tortillas. All good, but next time I'll ask for soft tortillas..The person working the counter was super nice.“

3.4 Good65 Reviews

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