35 Best Mexican Restaurants in La Mesa

“Very delicious and big portions! Love the sopas and Rueben sandwich!“

“I've been going to Nachos since 2010 and I've yet to find to taco shop that makes carne asada fries like them. I came back to visit and got them again and they're just as amazing as I remembered. 10/10 recommend - the nacho cheese is the best“

“Great service! Warm chips and salsa served as you settle in… lots of yumm options to select from.. definitely recommend the tempura cauliflower appetizer! Unfortunately the chile relleno, corn enchiladas and kids cheese and bean burrito were all too cheesy for our liking. But if you enjoy cheesy food, you’d totally enjoy these.“

“I finally got try a pambaso at a local taco shop if you guys love your moms foods seasoning then you guys should definitely come and try Tita’s been their couple time and try new things each time and I have to admit they 🔥 so come try it out and support them as well“

“Im a big Carne Asada Burrito lover and a connoisseur, the perfect burritos are here and trust me, well balanced, Pico the gallo, the meat is well seasoned, good amount of avocado and the burritos are big, worth every penny.

I tried other Taco Shops around the area and none satisfied my taste, this one specifically lived up the name the best Carne Asada Burritos!“

“We have been coming here for a year now. Great service in fact before our family sits down they are already preparing our drinks for our family. Food is great especially the mole chicken enchiladas.“

“Excelente servicio esta buena la música con el mariachi muy rica la comida nos tocó de mesero el Sr Alfonso muy amable muy buen servicio.“

“I love Carnitas Uruapan! Especially Saturday and Sunday because they offer a half Carnitas half Buche Plato. if you don't know what Buche is then it don't matter. lol 🐷“

“i like the fact they have vegetarian options. Place is clean, and not your typical, old rundown Mexican fast food place. most of the staff is nice. food is good and prices not bad. I go from la Mesa, south of 8, just to get potato tacos.“

“Delicious food, and not over priced“

“I moved to La Mesa from LA County and I am blown away by the quality and flavor I've found at a fast food Mexican restaurant. I swear, Sombrero's is better than some sit down places I've been to back in Thousand Oaks. Whenever I want something delicious for a good price, I take advantage of the app deals and go here. I mostly do takeout, but sometimes I'll dine in because the people and atmosphere are nice.“

“great restaurant. been going there for many years“

“The first time I visited the taco shop. I ordered the ground beef roll tacos, it was an option for small ones or big ones I order big ones and they were delicious. Taco shops rarely sell a ground beef roll taco. The service was pleasent and the food is a good price. I will be returning soon.“

“1st visit@ Los Pinos, rice & beans w/green & red salsa were fresh, flavorful & seasoned impeccably. Def will return to taste the bbq/adobada selections & the guacamole. Menu is vast w/many veggie options. Staff is--remarkable!“

“My wife and I have lived in LA for the past year and have tried countless taco carts across the city. On our way out of California, we stopped in La Mesa at Señor Taquero Taco Shop — and ended up having the best tacos we’ve ever eaten.

Ron is an incredibly friendly guy, and his food is on another level. We ordered cabeza, lengua, fish, and shrimp tacos, and every single one was amazing. The lengua especially was the best we’ve had anywhere — tender, flavorful, perfect.

He even gave us tripa to try for free, and it completely blew us away. It wasn’t fried like most places do; instead, it was soft, rich, and delicious. Truly exceptional.

As we leave California, this ended up being the perfect final meal — unforgettable food and a great experience. Highly recommend this spot to anyone passing through La Mesa. Ron, thank you!“

“Excellent service; went to HC last night for the first time. Cesar was the best server - make sure to ask for him. Wasn’t afraid to make recommendations and all were wonderful. Food was delicious - homemade, seasoned but not overly so, and timely. Was the best Mexican I’ve had in a while. Highly recommend!“

“Best Mexican food in La mesa! In my oppion! Been there for years!“

“This is one of the best taco shops ever I’ve been coming here for 9 years about to be 10 and I just got to say that it always tastes so good and I will be coming here for ever breakfast torta and club sandwich for the win would post a picture but already finished it“

“Love Sombrero Catering! It is such a great deal to feed a crowd and of course, the best Mexican food so everyone loves it. And we didn't have to cook. We got party platters and they were a hit plus Sombrero delivered them for us. The enchiladas are the best, that sauce! We also got carnitas, beans, rice and all the fixings plus chips and the BEST SALSA ever! YUM! We brought a few party platters to friends over the holidays too. It is always a hit. Thank you Sombrero Mexican Food! We will be back soon.“

“A favorite for fresh coastal food. I’m a long time fan of the original Baja fish tacos. Lots of other choices and good fresh salsas. Good friendly service.“

“Wonderful service and good food.“

“very clean how they handle the food, no flies in the tea or flying around inside the food areas. unlike the other El Pollo Loco in Lemon Grove poor cleanliness.“

“First time eating here after passing by it manytimes. They bring chips and salsa ( i prefer a picadillo type) its hot but lacks salt (for me) I ordered the carna asada steak ruce and beans combo for $21 the steak was cooked to order and taste good. It was chewy or undercooked like some places. The rice and beans had a home made taste and they serve food sized portions. I also had the bacon wrapped shrimp. These were tasty but a bit dry and overcooked in the oven. I had a margarita which i felt was a watered down slushy. And lacked flavor which i kinda of expected since this isnt a typical bar but they should blend and add nore flavor as after 5min its pretty much a watered down drink with minimal
Alcohol. My party also ordered the barbeque chicken which i think was baked and rubbed with adobo rub and it was a 5 out of 10 i wouldnt reorder. The cheese enchilada and other plates were good. Server was prompt and friendly overall a good restuarant and staff was nice. They have 1 stall each for men and women restroom. There is a bar inside if you want to watch a game id give it an 8 out of 10. The parking can be a challenge as they only can accommadate about 7 cars unless you park on the street.

Vegetarian options: Cheese filled dishes and fajita style vegetables.

Wheelchair accessibility: You can easily fit wheelchair on side door“

“first time here. had a ham breakfast burrito. it's was great :)“

“Villas Mexican Food is super good and also very fast service! I highly recommend this place for a bite to eat if the other food places are busy! They have super cheap food and also Taco Tuesday! The staff is super nice and food is always super hot and fresh! Thank you to the staff here for amazing service!

Parking: Huge parking lot“

“Great food and music. Owner and staff made us feel at home, gracias“

“I have eaten at many different “Berto’s” restaurants and this one stands out. Salsas are fresh and on point especially the molcajete. Pickled serranos and onions, pickled carrots and jalapeños, friendly fast service and really good food.“

“Formerly Sun Tacos I was introduced to this local La Mesa business about 9 years ago when I went down with my girlfriend at that time. It's been through some different names but it's still the same food with some minor additions over that time. Great food at a reasonable price with some outstanding customer service when you order food. Everything on the menu is going to be great and delicious and always fresh. Every time we go down there it's the usual spot to go when arriving and when leaving La Mesa If you're in the area it's a must-visit and enjoy some good Mexican food.“

“I haven’t eaten at this place in over 10 years until recently. My wife and I were not disappointed in the slightest! We ordered the California burrito as we always do. Amazing fresh food and the employees were on top of it getting our food to us quickly. Highly recommend this place, they deserve more 5-star reviews!“

“usually a restaurant in a shopping mall is suspect, but the food was Really good and menu was large“

“El mejor restaurante de comida casera ❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Classic San Diego taco shop with the same quality and good service for over 20+ years. My favorite is the pollo asado burrito (no pico) but their TJ tacos and menudo are great too. Haven't been disappointed with this place ever. Please visit when you can!“

“Work was kind and patient, I asked what along the lines of what's good, and they recommended the carne asda burrito. It wasn't to pricey for a burrito given it size but to be fair im from a different state. Would recommended their Horchata it was pretty good as well.“

“Carne asada burrito was very delicious I even bought a Tito’s T Shirt I can’t wait to show it off here in north county“

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Every time we come to San Diego, Vallarta Express is a must-visit for us! ⭐ Their roll tacos are absolutely amazing — made fresh right there on the premises, and you can truly taste the difference. 😍
I usually get a bit of a stomach ache after eating Mexican food because it can be greasy, but never here. 🙌 The food at Vallarta Express is always fresh, light, and high quality. The lettuce is crisp, flavorful, and so fresh 🥬✨ — which says a lot about the care they put into their ingredients.
They also offer a great drink selection 🥤🍹 and have both comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, with TVs in every corner 📺 — perfect whether you’re relaxing, chatting, or catching a game.
The staff is incredibly friendly and customer-oriented 💛 It’s obvious they truly care about both the quality of their food and the service they provide. And to top it off, their prices are very reasonable 💰✨
🌟 Highly recommended — fresh food, great service, and consistently excellent every single visit! 🌟✨🌮“