50 Best Taco Restaurants near Lemon Grove

“I only put a five so you could see this they don’t got no birra it’s just meat and corn tortilla no hint of red not even fried comes with no dipping sausage they hot sauce taste like tomatoe soup with a little spice don’t go here add food don’t even know how they have almost 5 rating want a good place go to el gordo on convoy and get some real birria“

“great coctel de marisco. food flavorful great service“

“I did a food review on my Facebook live. please check it out 🙂“

“We had the most delightful man on the intercom box, taking our order. Not only did he confirm that we got the order correct? But when we got up to the window, he was all smiles and extremely nice. His customer service was above and beyond. I'm only sad that I did not catch his name. So That I could put him in this review.
The fries we're the best fries i've ever had From jack in the box, and I can tell you, I have had thousands of orders of jack in the box fries. They literally were hot and fresh, and i'm not sure if it was that I was hungry or that they truly were the best prize i've had at any jack in the box. Kudos my friends.“

“Clean and bright with plenty of indoor seating, great service and a hands on manager. A women owned business and it shows in the attention to details. My wife had a Tamarindo Margarita and i had an alcohol free beer and both were exceptional. I had the three taco platter with Vegan, Barbacoa, and Mushroom Asada Black Beans and Rice while my wife opted for a Gabacha and a Baja Taco and the Churro Ice Cream Sandwich for dessert. Love it and going bach for Taco Tuesday and a Brunch soon.“

“Please don’t come to this restaurant. I don’t want longer lines when this place blows up :)

Tacos are fresh, delicious, and the service is wonderful. Both the cook and the person at the register are lovely.

Clearly I enjoyed this taqueria and can’t wait to go back again.“

“Great service! Great price ! They were super professional and the food was delicious. I recommend them for any party or event you are hosting. We will keep them in mind for future events.“

“Cotondo Fresh Mexican Eats offers a delicious and enjoyable Mexican food experience with fresh ingredients and flavorful dishes. The food has a great combination of taste, quality, and presentation. The menu offers a variety of options that are perfect for anyone looking for a satisfying meal. The friendly service and welcoming atmosphere make it a great place to enjoy Mexican-inspired flavors with family and friends.“

“Great food, friendly staff and reasonable prices!! Well done 🥳!!!“

“Comida riquísima!!! Authentically delicious! 🔥🇲🇽“

“This is a great stop to make if you are looking for some awesome fish tacos. It is off the beaten path of downtown SD, but worth the trip. Very small seating area and you may have to wait, but worth it! Nice staff and service.“

“wonderful food, we went yesterday evening, a friend of mine suggested to go, I did it and it was wonderful, thanks to the kindness of the people who work here, Amazing Tacos!! we bring you in our heart coming back in Italy!! Linda“

“I loved this taco spot! The birria tacos were delicious, and I enjoyed having an IPA with it. I absolutely loved the vibe in here with the walls painted in murals. Cool ambience. The service was great as well. Definitely a taco place to check out.“

“These tacos are legit! Best tacos I’ve had outside of Mexico.“

“The only downside is the hired help, Ryan Bradford telling people they deserve to be killed (lynched, was his exact words) when he's posting on social media.“

“Never seen a customized personal salsa organizer
Spectacular tacos and volcanes
Sauces were supper yummy
Tasty fresa horchata
Our server Luis was fantastic. Thank you for the lovely food experience. Saved as one of my fave restos in SD. We ll be back with more people to try more things.“

“Excellente calidad 💯 tacos Mexicanos 👌“

“We were thinking of crossing the border to get some authentic tacos but while we talked a local told us about Tacos el Franc. We were skeptic because we had tried tacos el Gordo the day prior and they were not good. But we gave it a try and boy did they taste good. The guac, the homemade tortillas, the suadero.
So good. The environment is clean and there is a lot of space. Would def return“

“I got a quesadilla and the rest of the group got tacos (asada, shrimp). Food was good, salsa was really good but we’re visitors from out of state and wouldn’t go out of my way to come back here again. It was great for a bite in the downtown part of the city but nothing to talk about at home.“

“The best tacos around San Diego better then a tijuana …!!“

“If you’re looking for Mexican food, this is a place I always stop by. The tacos are great, and they don’t cheap out on the meat. They also serve carne asada fries and mar y tierra fries, which are a must-try when you order.I can personally say it does get packed, food will take time to perfect but it’s fine . Overall food is great, atmosphere is great , workers are great .“

“Excellent traditional Baja California food with American potions. I had two tacos. I could have ordered only one. Both the fish and the cabeza tacos where spot on classic in flavor but were bigger than expected by far. Take away service was very fast. Less than five minutes.“

“Absolutely great experience and food was delicious. Highly recommend, they got 4 different salsas! After being stationed overseas for a few years, this place def hit the spot. I got the elote en vaso with everything , carne asada tacos and a birria taco, will be getting again.“

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

“We were a party of five at your Le Mesa location on 3/22/26 and I believe our server's name was Diana. Our experience was absolutely fantastic! The food was superb, the facility was spotless and every member of the staff that interacted with was professional, helpful and friendly. Diana was fantastic! She has the perfect balance of friendly efficiency, light humor to match our personalities and spot on timing to check in with us. We can't wait to visit again! Thank you.“

“Been coming here since 2000s and never disappoint. We've moved due to the Marines, but everytime we are around the area, we stop by to eat. Prior to this, as a teenager been eating here, late 1990s. Always reccommend to all my acquitances.“

“Busy rush when I was there. Marily was efficient, friendly and on top of all of our needs. Was excited to visit since i frequent the one in TJ but disappointed on the taste. Def not the same. Please look at recipes and make sure that they’re following them“

“I come here atleast once a week. I usually call ahead with my order and they are always so welcoming and kind. Im not sure but i feel like its family run and the food reflects that. Always delicious and down to earth. Definetely a San Diego gem.“

“Superb Mexican food. Fast and easy. We loved it ! 🤙🏼“

“Grew up down the street from this place in the early/mid 90s and it was my family's favorite spot. I still stop here every time im in town and it's still as excellent as it's always been and hasn't lost an ounce of its spark - the food is excellent and has always been consistent.“

“I frequent this taqueria at least every other week; if I could, I would daily. The food is always incredible, you can't go wrong with the taco de adobada or torta adobada. The staff are incredibly kind and attentive. One time they noticed I got shorted a taco before I did and gave me an additional taco. I didn't even ask for that, they were just nice. The music is always a vibe when you choose to dine in. Definitely a 10/10 experience every time.“

“Great food and fast friendly service“

“Veggie varieties as well as meat ones are so delicious!“

“Superb Mexican food. Fast and easy. We loved it ! 🤙🏼“

“Stopped by for some lunch and got an incredible California burrito. Under $15 and a ~5 minute wait, the value and convenience were already notable.

The burrito itself was huge. Each bite was clean, a little bit of everything. The fries had a distinct crisp, the meat was tender and not chewy, the guac was good, both sauces were excellent, and it was seasoned well but not overly salty.

Plenty of indoor seating and the TV wasn’t insanely loud (pet peeve of mine!). Parking was straightforward but I can see it being tough during a lunch rush in this small lot.“

“I've heard a lot of complaints from other shops that you're making them look bad 🤣 This place is crazy delicious. They take the time to always make everything perfect and it shows. Consistency is priceless and I've never had a bad experience, always above and beyond. Love you amazing people!!!!“

“Normally taco shops don't have super hot salsa. But this place takes the cake!! I love it. The food was on point. I've gone back a few times to try different things, and everything has been amazing. I've moved from the area unfortunately, but I still make my way back there when I can because it's that good and worth the drive“

“Great Hibiscus mezcal-Rita Must come back for more soon!!! ❤️“

“The food is very tasty and they are big portions! Bonus they are very reasonably priced! The chili relleno is $4 and taste amazing, the carnasada taco was $3.50 and was a pretty decent size, and the flying saucer was $10 and was pretty big. Overall the food was really good! I would definitely recommend!“

“I love getting carne asada fries from here. The lady cashier is fantastic and I always appreciate it when she takes my order. I was hesitant to get Mexican food from Lakeside but Sarai's turned me into a believer, so now I come here exclusively for my CAF. Highly recommend!!“

“Definitely the best tacos in Mission Valley. The Taco Tuesday special is a great value. Friendly people. Once you try them, you won't go anywhere else.“

“I was fully expecting to get ripped off at a museum restaurant but I was so wrong. The chips and guac came with about a pound of guac and the chips were clearly freshly fried. The surf and turf burrito had a handmade tortilla with large, perfectly cooked shrimp. Shout out to the kitchen team!!“

“limpieza antes que nada, el sazon de la comida todo excelente, buen servicio recomendado al 100%...😍😋😋😋😋😋😋😋“

“I stop here every time I’m in this side of my neighborhood. Take the 15 freeway and Exit El Cajon Blvd, go East a few blocks but don’t pass Menlo Ave. Look for Fish and Birria signs waving. They have the whole parking lot just drive in! I usually have two or three Fish tacos (w/o crema) and a pop then they usually know when I’m done because my to-go order is hot and ready!! My grandson is very picky but he looks forward to their Carne Asada Quesa taco’s. I’ve tried a lot off their menu and have never been disappointed, ever. They also GIVE you a “Consommé” which is actually a small portion of their seafood soup not just the fluid, I’ve had whole shrimp in mine many times and small pieces of fish. They’re not stingy with their variety of hot salsas/chili pods and garnishes (limes, cilantro, onions and pickled onions. Lots of ice cold canned and bottled drinks to choose from. This is my only food truck I trust 100% and love their quality of cooking. You’ll agree too once you try them out!“

“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.“

“Best Mariscos Delivery service no cap !!“

“Amazing burrito! Stopped in here to grab a burrito to split with my wife and I should’ve gotten my own. I went with the San Diego, Carne, Asada, bacon, cheese, french fries, guacamole and chipotle. Such a great combo. We will be back.“

“Don't be deceived by the food truck, this is one of the best street taco venues you'll come across in San Diego. As a native San Diegan, I'm continually on the hunt for Mexican food and I finally found my local hidden gem. The food was delicious, service was very helpful and incredibly fast and great value for the quantity, quality and experience. Check it out!“

“The best tacos hands down! Visited in Chula Vista, CA! 🤤“

“Absolutely one of the best taquerias you’re going to find in the area. The adobada and asada tacos were packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned and cooked with the right amount of crispness. Make sure to add the red salsa to your tacos! Delicious tacos, quick service and affordable pricing. What’s not to love?“