Restaurants in National City
Best Restaurants
“This place was a pleasant surprise for me. The food was very delicious and we came on a great day where it was cold and rainy outside.It look a little but longer than usual to receive the food and bill, but the taste of the food, friendly service, and great atmosphere made up for that x 10. I wish I lived closer to keep eating here!”
“Al Pastor Town truely lives up to their name as they offer 5 unique types of Al pastor meats and more. I was there when they opened at noon and got the Al Pastor Roio Burrito.Service was pretty slow but the staff were great. Eventually, I got the burrito and took the most blissful first bite. The burrito was packed with meat where every bite caused juices to come gushing out and cover every taste bud. Just when I thought it couldn't get better, I tried using their 2 sauces: salsa verde (not very spicy) and what I think is mango habanero (spicier). The owner really played matchmaker because the burrito and the sauces was a complete match. 5/5 I'll need to come back and try the rest of the flavors.Atmosphere was great imo but is not for everybody. The place is inside a mart and is not really a place to sit down and dine.”
“I enjoy coming to Outback. Everyone is always so attentive. Love the Walkabout Wednesday Night Deal.I always sit at the bar. Today the server was Rodrigo. He is really awesome and very accommodating. Very attentive service.”
“Great Pokē and I really liked the salmon. Just a bit of an issue with parking.Parking: Good parking lot just gets busy so it's hard to find a spot right away”
“I love this place! They serve craft beer, my favorite one is the Irish red, the place is decked out in Star Wars memorabilia, and they have unique art pieces on the walls. The place is quaint just like I like, they have a monthly reggae night on the 3rd Saturday of the month, and they have different art shows, bands, DJs, so you can definitely ask about booking your band/DJ! The other unique thing they have here is ice cream made in house infused with the beer they brew! So they basically have craft beer and icecream! Just recently, they started serving Kombucha! It's delicious! Best tasting kombucha ever! Brewed in house! Give this place a try they have something for everyone!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“We tried quesadillas, tacos, burritos and agua de Jamaica everything was bomb ! And their red salsa too ! Recommend recommend recommend!! And don't forget to grab their little candy they are good too lol”
“So I had the pleasure of having It’s in the filling at my birthday pop up market and got some cupcake jars, and omg I knew they looked good and couldn’t wait to try! But the minute that spoonful hit my mouth it was like heaven! Sooo delicious, so amazing! I almost don’t want to share with my husband cuz he has been eyeing them. I will definitely be getting some more as soon as I can! So good!”
“We love Korean Bbq!. Love this location. It's so much more open than their other location in Chula Vista. The vents are amazing that you barely smell any smoke. You never leave smelling like Korean bbq. The service was excellent. The kids loved the robots. We will definitely be back”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Did the hour drive from North county on a Friday afternoon (also called 40 mins prior to ask if they were still serving, as I saw sign on IG stating "until sold out" ) Def. Happy I tried this spot. Their pho is reminiscent of the Filipino "Nilaga" - like a pho-nilaga hybrid and with the chili oil, it hit all the right spot The owner's hospitality was second to none; felt very welcomed and appreciated as a new patron. Can't wait to bring my family to try this spot. Sending this business all the positive and blessed vibes so they thrive and continue to grow!”
“The pho is delicious, especially the steak pho. The price is great for the size of the bowl, I never finish it but I always take it home and eat it after.Vegetarian options: The vegetarian pho is so good, a great variety of vegetables that go well with the pho.”
“Small little shop. 10/10 would definitely recommend. Closest to the island that I can find so far. I usually go to poke etc but wanted to try this place. And I wasn't disappointed. My new favorite spot”
“During restaurant week, I was enthralled by the vibrant colors that adorned the place. It's a delightful fusion of Latino and Asian flavors. A highlight was witnessing a seasoned female bartender patiently instructing a novice on crafting a virgin drink.”
“The wonderful couple that runs this humble French inspired food spot are very responsible and friendly. They produce some of the highest quality food choices around San Diego. Their food is fresh and healthy yet filled with flavor in every bite. I can’t say enough about how amazing the food is here. At such a reasonable price as well. The service is fast and attentive. I highly recommend this place to anyone wether you are hungry or not.”
“First coming here at “Tita’s” Filipino food here in San Diego, wasn’t disappointed, it’s like home cook meal, I suggest “Sinigang n Kaldereta”. They only not serve to Filipinos you see all kind of people having Filipino food n not just chowmein, but Filipino combo food too like sinigang n fried fish, beefsteak. Highly recommended and did I mention that their portion is so generous like they’re giving these meal for free!Vegetarian options: One of my favorites “chopsuey “, pretty goodParking: Huge parking lot, people come and go so no issues with parking for me, next to “Island Pacific” supermarket”
“Delicious coffee, the price is right, and the burritos are just perfect! They are made from scratch. Additionally, the employees are extremely friendly and always willing to help. It is sad to see them leave National City.”
“This place was a pleasant surprise for me. The food was very delicious and we came on a great day where it was cold and rainy outside.It look a little but longer than usual to receive the food and bill, but the taste of the food, friendly service, and great atmosphere made up for that x 10. I wish I lived closer to keep eating here!”
“Al Pastor Town truely lives up to their name as they offer 5 unique types of Al pastor meats and more. I was there when they opened at noon and got the Al Pastor Roio Burrito.Service was pretty slow but the staff were great. Eventually, I got the burrito and took the most blissful first bite. The burrito was packed with meat where every bite caused juices to come gushing out and cover every taste bud. Just when I thought it couldn't get better, I tried using their 2 sauces: salsa verde (not very spicy) and what I think is mango habanero (spicier). The owner really played matchmaker because the burrito and the sauces was a complete match. 5/5 I'll need to come back and try the rest of the flavors.Atmosphere was great imo but is not for everybody. The place is inside a mart and is not really a place to sit down and dine.”
“I enjoy coming to Outback. Everyone is always so attentive. Love the Walkabout Wednesday Night Deal.I always sit at the bar. Today the server was Rodrigo. He is really awesome and very accommodating. Very attentive service.”
“The pad Thai was amazing and very flavorful. We also had pad se ew and that was also good. My husband's biggest complaint was we got an order of sticky rice and it was not sticky rice- it was steamed rice and a big let down when we got home. I'm not saying it broke his heart... but he was pretty upset. But pad Thai and pad se ew was yummy”
“Great neighborhood Sushi place. Not a lot of parking spaces but that's ok cause service is fast with little or no wait time and you can always order aheadParking: Small lot”
“Food was really good and they use real Products not no bottle syrup drinks my dad was happy it reminded him of mexico !! the service as-well and food was done really quickly also.”
“This is a casual dine in, the fish was fresh and tasted really good, it’s a big portion for what you pay and they have a large selection of beverages from different parts of the world so it’s interesting!I recommend the California ”
“It’s my first time ever trying Nigerian food and let me tell you it didn’t disappoint. The food taste amazing and if you like spicy you’ll loveeee the food. The cashier was very sweet as well.Food: I got the fish soup (they don’t skimp on the fish and it’s beyond delicious), I also got Efo Riro stew with the Fufu and it was super good too. I recommend atleast trying this restaurant if your curious, it’s real good.”
“Husband and I went before going back to Az since we’re from San Diego and know what real sea food tastes like and this restaurant was amazing the atmosphere is not your usual noisy restaurant but small and quiet but it was really good our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable can’t wait to come back again.”
“My parents use to work here way, way ,WAY back in the day when it was owned by the Jensen's. This is one of the few things I do miss about California. Whenever I'm back in Southern California, I always make sure to stop in. Great food, great atmosphere. All around, a definite must.”
Outdoor Dining
“For a person who never eats fast food, except In-N-Out Burger. You always have professional staff, kindly making sure your order is always correct. If you never tried In-N-Out burger, I highly recommend it. You have numerous choices when it comes to burgers, but in my opinion in and out there, the only one that’s consistent.”
“I love this place! They serve craft beer, my favorite one is the Irish red, the place is decked out in Star Wars memorabilia, and they have unique art pieces on the walls. The place is quaint just like I like, they have a monthly reggae night on the 3rd Saturday of the month, and they have different art shows, bands, DJs, so you can definitely ask about booking your band/DJ! The other unique thing they have here is ice cream made in house infused with the beer they brew! So they basically have craft beer and icecream! Just recently, they started serving Kombucha! It's delicious! Best tasting kombucha ever! Brewed in house! Give this place a try they have something for everyone!”
“I would say hole in the wall but it's a food truck in a Liquor store parking lot and it's a pretty good spot. Fusion sushi rolls were pretty good tasting but a little pricey and a little small. They were cut into real small pieces like 16 pieces so easily shareable. The chicken fried rice is pretty tasty as well, a good filler with plenty of chicken. This One man operation-took order, cooked, bagged up and everything Friendly and as fast and efficient as could be. Tables to sit at and liquor store to pick up drinks, definitely could be on the rotation for sushi nights.”
“Take-out review 2/24 Had the chance to try their yummy desserts at a family dinner. The cheesecake was SOOO good! Light, fluffy, slightly sweet (as most Asian desserts are). Priced around $19, which is actually reasonable compared to most dessert/pie/cake equivalents. Japanese desserts feel light, so even after a hearty meal, you still want it! Also tried the matcha tiramisu. Sorry no photo. It was gone before I could snap a photo. This was a bit pricey at $14 for a small round. Considering the price of matcha though, the price really is warranted. Strong slightly bitter matcha flavor. Lucious creamy filling. Not overly sweet. It was a bit out of the way for them to pick up. However, who else but family is worth it? Right?”
““Jeannie at Denny’s is a fantastic waitress! Her service was impeccable, attentive, and friendly. She made sure our orders were perfect and kept our drinks filled. Her warm demeanor and professionalism made our dining experience truly enjoyable. We would definitely recommend Jeannie to anyone visiting Denny’s!””
“Well rated Mexican & Guatemalan eatery in a National City strop mall. You could almost miss this place because it looks like a small takeout w a funny name, but it is worth the stop. We had a very healthy Veggie omelet w house potatoes & (buttery) pancake side along w a bowl of Oatmeal & a skillet breakfast. Everything was tasty & delicious. Great salsas too, red & green. Lots of new stuff on the menu that I want to try when I go back!”
“Went to the Market on 8th for a late lunch, The place was not busy, but I had to park a block away, parking is better at night.I had the brisket plate from Butcher Shop, very good, tender and the potatoes were very good. My wife had the Chicken Karage Rice Bowl, very good flavors.”
“I've had the daingsilog twice now and it's my favorite in the area. Eggs are cooked perfectly and there's so much flavor in the rice and fish. Looking forward to trying other items on the menu.”
“We tried quesadillas, tacos, burritos and agua de Jamaica everything was bomb ! And their red salsa too ! Recommend recommend recommend!! And don't forget to grab their little candy they are good too lol”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly, from the staff to the customers. It's never a dull moment, with TV's in all directions, to catch any sporting event's that may be on that day.. Most importantly it's the spot where I met my wife, 3 years strong now and we always look forward for our next stop @overthetapnc”
“Such good food! I had the pleasure of sampling some food from their food truck when they were parked outside of Thorn Brewery. I got the Anto Jito Box for $30 and it comfortably fed me and three of my friends. They were also nice enough to switch out the mofongo with the sweet plantains when we asked. Everything it it was great! The pork skewers were delicious. My favorite was the tripleta fries which came with three kinds of meat. A delight for carnivores! Would definitely go back.”
“Amazing service and food was great! Menu had options for everyone! salads, sandwiches and burgers, so yummy!Vegetarian options: Salads, sandwiches and soupsParking: You need to pay but it's very cheap, 1 dlls an hourKid-friendliness: There's space for them to play and roam around, beautiful view to the marina”
“There was no wait maybe because it was Tuesday. The server didn't come by at all only to take the order but the food was great real good I'm trying to post the pictures”
“We rented their venue space located adjacent to the main serving area and had them cater the reception to our wedding. Less than 20 people. The quality of food and service were unbeatable. Gabriella went above and beyond to ensure that we had a wonderful time. Would highly recommend for either catering or for renting the space.We rented the venue space located next to the main service area and asked them to cater our wedding reception. Less than 20 people. The quality of the food and service were unbeatable. Gabriella went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. I would highly recommend whether for catering or renting the space.Kid-friendliness: Catered to numerous children and young adults”
“Their seafood is so good, I always come or order from DoorDash if you love seafood I recommend this place, try their aguachile is so good, it’s has so much flavor.Parking: Parking is not hard to find there’s plenty of spaces to park wether it be in the street or in the parking lot they have.”
“My family has been going to Golden Chopsticks for at least over 20 years. Crazy thing is our ordering habits has stayed pretty much the same the whole time. We usually always get Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings, Honey Walnut Shrimp, House Special Noodles (beef, chicken, squid, shrimp), Shrimp with Lobster Sauce, Mongolian Beef and White Rice. Over the 20 years the food quality has always stayed the same and looking forward to coming here for another 20 years.”
“Food was 10/10 amazing both times I've been. Service is quick and super friendly! I got the Spamsilog, Super flavorful dish, and always comes with an Andes mint for after. You guys definitely got a new regular customer out of me!”
“I want to express my sincere gratitude for the outstanding customer service at Crab Pub. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant; the cuisine is exquisite, the ingredients fresh, and the ambiance impeccable. It was truly a delightful dining experience.”
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“It’s my first time ever trying Nigerian food and let me tell you it didn’t disappoint. The food taste amazing and if you like spicy you’ll loveeee the food. The cashier was very sweet as well.Food: I got the fish soup (they don’t skimp on the fish and it’s beyond delicious), I also got Efo Riro stew with the Fufu and it was super good too. I recommend atleast trying this restaurant if your curious, it’s real good.”
“LOVE this place! Taco Tuesdays are great and the tacos are really good. I took a star bc i asked if i could hang up a flyer on their bulletin board, they said yes, then tore it down. If you didn’t want me to just say so, but don’t tear it down after giving permission; i have to pay to have those printed.”
“I am literally eating as I am writing about how amazing the food is at this place, first time having food at this place and the ladies at the front desk were incredibly kind to us since I think I made a mistake with the order and they made our food again, I felt so bad but they were still super nice. When we got home I knew only because of the great customer service I had to write a review but then we started eating the food and it is probably one of the best Chinese food we've ever had. Try the spicy szechuan beef, low mein, and the orange chicken. The sweet lady also gave us a conplimentary dish that I don't know exactly what it is (I believe a tofu dish), and it was also delicious. We will definitely be back, amazing customer service, and amazing food 10/10”
“They have really good food and the owners are really nice. My favorite dishes are the cream cheese wontons, egg flower soup, the salt and pepper chicken, or salt and pepper shrimp.”
“Great food and service. The wait times can be extremely long. I put my name on waitlist before i left home and it was a 45 min wait. I got there exactly 45 mins and still waited for 40 mins. But overall still worth the wait especially to try something different.”
“The food is unique and unlike any other of its kind. Extremely friendly service. They treat you like family and serve you only the best. And the prices are extremely fair and very afforable. Highly recommend.”
“The al pastor tacos are very good I tried the tripas and the buche one an I also like the tripas too I definitely recommend this place if you want some good al pastor tacos.”
“Pretty good tasting pizza for the price. Owner is usually making fresh batches of pizza dough. I ordered a pepperoni and cheese, a jalapeno and cheese and a chorizo and cheese pizza. All were delicious, and... surprisingly....."TASTY"and the crust was somewhat crispy....I usually don't like to eat the crust end, however, I devoured the pizza without thinking about how I don't much care for the crust end....do your taste buds and pocket book a favor and try this pizza!!!”
“They catered our baby shower. The food was delicious, and we got many compliments saying how much everyone enjoyed the tacos. They were very professional, and were right on time. They had great communication throughout the whole process.”
“Great food anything that you order here it's amazing, and the staff are super cool people, hands down one of the best places in San Diego, very good food no matter what you order, very good customer service from the ”
“Hiroko is our weekly waitress. Shes sooooo fast, at times shes the only server and with a huge smile she delivers. Her co works ( I don't know if their names ) a tall server and the sushi chef are extremely kind. Food is amazing.”
“Look, if you don't have time to prepare something delicious to eat, seriously visit this place, they have very good seasoning, the place doesn't look pretty, but their food is WOW.?”
“Are they still open? Every time I drive by there’s no stand anymore.I hope this establishment isn’t one of those COVID food jewels that only opened during lockdown and then permanently closed, they are some of the best hot dogs in town.”
“This place is hided gem. We are visiting San Diego for a couple of days. Decided on Chinese food. Ma Noodle delivers so we took a chance. I’m glad we did. We ordered the Yang chow Rice, the salted chicken and the crispy shrimp. The food was great. The portions were big as well. It was enough for at least 3 people. I haven’t had Chinese food this good in very long time. Nothing overly or under seasoned. Great experience. Definitely recommend.”
“This place has really good Al Pastor! I strongly recommend! Try "Tacos Al Pastor" Or go all in with "All Pastor Fries" (Similar to Carne Asada Fries)Al Pastor is a traditional Mexican dish made with seasoned and marinated pork. The name translates to “Shephard Style,” which is derived from the origin of the cooking method.I recently learned that even though Al Pastor is a Mexican meat, the style of cooking is an original of the Lebanese. I found that very interesting!”
“Food was delicious. The chicken teriyaki was really good. Their hot sake is tasty, and the miso soup was so good. The waitress checked on us often and was very polite and attentive. Highly recommend!”
“Oh my God! It tastes like Christmas at grandmas house in Georgia. THIS is what I’ve been looking for. I’m new from the east coast & soul food is hard to come by in this city. I had the catfish, greens & beans, unfortunately they were out of Mac n cheese, but judging by the catfish & greens I already know the Mac b cheese will not disappoint. I’ll be back every weekend for sure.”
“This is such a little gem. Their birria is authentic and sooo goooood! Their service is always fast and the ladies are so nice. I am always in a hurry and they get my order super fast. Portions are big so I always order the half birria plate with beans. Or two birria tacos and a consomé. Every time I go in, the birria tastes the same, which makes me very happy. This location closes at early, like at 7pm so keep that in mind.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I highly recommend coming to Dennys by 24th St. The food was delicious and the customer service was right on point. Big thanks to our server Liz was very friendly and attentive during our visit. Thank you for a 5 star service⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“The food is good the coffee is always nice and hot it's one of my favorite places to eat fast food.Parking: Plenty of parking and a safe environment for your vehicle.”
“Good service but really really busy in the weekends and afternoons, the parking spots are kinda stretch and you will have some difficulties trying to exit, also is a good place to study quietly, but it only fits 6-7 persons/students to ”
“This is my late night snack spot. Whenever I am here after 11pm the people working are always pleasant and quick. My food is always hot. Perfect when you want fried onion rings on a Friday or Saturday night.Parking: Spots in front of storefront and spot at the gas station next door.”
“Bean and cheese burritos... our favorite...flour tortillas are delicious the salsas ...and French fries ? ? ohh..and don't forget the horchata ...it's so yummy ”
“Villa Manila is an exceptional restaurant known for its high-quality food and service. The ambiance is both ambient and relaxing, making it a delightful dining experience. The food consistently exceeds expectations, and the staff provides excellent service. It's always a pleasure to dine here, given the great food and attentive staff, especially their authentic Filipino dishes.”
“There is a reason it's called slappys, and it's because all the food SLAPS!Has a lot of TVs for sports and a pretty good bar.Kid-friendliness: Has a great kids menu”
“I had teriyaki beef meal added shrimp to it right on top. Expertly prepared by Japanese Chefs. I have been to Japan and All over Asia. This is VERY VERY GOOD.”
Takeout Restaurants
“My go to boba spot in National City now! Service is very fast whether you order online or in person! The space is always maintained. I go here so often they greet me by name”
“First time here, but my wife has been here several times (she loves it). This place is quick and they had no problems fitting our party of 10 with no prior notice. We were seated quickly and water was brought out just as quickly. It seemed like our food was brought out right after we ordered it.Eggs rolls were good. I also ordered the Beef Noodle Stew, which was super filling, packed full of flavor, and had a generous amount of everything in it.I would eat here again and I would recommend it to f&f.Kid-friendliness: Plenty loud in here when it's busy so don't really worry if your kids are loud. Cups with tops and small/kid size bowls available.”
“It's a big ice cream shop. I got a pecan praline and taro (has some ube) in a waffle cone. The scoops run large so you'll get quite a lot of creamy goodness. They have sorbets if you can't have milk.”
“Merchant just took the payment via my phone’s Apple Pay. Didn’t tell me the price or show me his point of sale screen so I had no idea what I was happening. Charged $7.61 for a single taco.”
“ I ordered the beef curry dish and a limeade drink. The beef was bland and very fatty. The rice, egg and pickles were tasty. And the drink was refreshing as well. It was my first time having Indonesian food and it wasn’t a great first impression.Service and . The guy who took my order was really welcoming and friendly. The food came out quick and was hot. The presentation of the dish was also pretty.”
“This is an amazing hole-in-the-wall Cafe. It's run by mom and pop with amazing and tasty pastries. I'm a big fan of their empanadas. They come in beef and chicken. Soooooo yummy and flavorful! The kind lady that runs this Cafe is so so sweet and so welcoming. I've only went twice so far because I was craving empanadas and the place I usually go to ran out, and the kind lady remembered me from just meeting me once. She's so sweet. And everything else is just as amazing. So instead of the other place I usually went to, I'm only going here from now on!!!”
“So I had the pleasure of having It’s in the filling at my birthday pop up market and got some cupcake jars, and omg I knew they looked good and couldn’t wait to try! But the minute that spoonful hit my mouth it was like heaven! Sooo delicious, so amazing! I almost don’t want to share with my husband cuz he has been eyeing them. I will definitely be getting some more as soon as I can! So good!”
“Valerio's Bake Shop dishes out some of the MOST SOFT and delicious Filipino breads. Located in National City in a little strip mall. Parking can be hectic at times as there are many eateries in the same strip mall. Prices are very reasonable (especially for freshly baked breads) and customer service is good. Either walk-in or order in advance for pick up. We ordered: Cheese rolls - delish soft bread with cream cheese inside and butter with dusting of fine sugar on top. Cinnamon Ensaymada - I would compare to a miniature cinnamon roll. Not too intense with cinnamon flavor with a light airy slightly sweetened cream cheese frosting with a dust of cinnamon. DELISH! If in the area and you want a bakery that has amazing soft bread, sweet or savory...give this spot a try. Your welcome in advance!”
“This is the best Chinese food in San Diego. Try their lunch specials. So many to choose from. It comes with 1 eggroll, 1 chicken wing, and a dish of your choice. So delicious!!! I would eat there every day if it was not a 35-minute drive.”
“For my third times ordering a lechon here in USA this is my first time that I can say “the best lechon” taste like Cebu lechon very juicy too . Affordable price . I ordered last week and all the visitors asking where I got the lechon. Next time again !”
“Good pizza, has some normal cheese and pepperoni options then more unique flavors like wonton. Service is always pretty good and love market on 8th to hangout at.”
“The food is delicious, good service, local. I usually get the pupusa revuelta and the spinach with cheese. The curtido is pickled cabbage mixture that adds flavor to the pupusa if you'd like. I enjoy it on top mine. They set up a food truck at the National City Swapmeet as well on weekends if you want a bite to eat while digging for treasures. ?”
“The best ice cream I've ever had anywhere. No artificial flavor, no artificial covering and the service is spot on. If you've never been here, please be sure to give it a try. An old fashioned ice cream parlor for sure!.”
“I tried the Beef and Lamb Shawarma plate. The portions are large so you can probably share this plate. Ordered it with Rice and Salad. Also came with hummus. Everything was delicious. I also tried the whole fried chicken wings which were also very tasty. So if in the mood for Gyros. You definitely should try this place out. Also has many other options on their menu. It's located in the Fiesta Market .”
“Valerio's Bake Shop dishes out some of the MOST SOFT and delicious Filipino breads. Located in National City in a little strip mall. Parking can be hectic at times as there are many eateries in the same strip mall. Prices are very reasonable (especially for freshly baked breads) and customer service is good. Either walk-in or order in advance for pick up. We ordered: Cheese rolls - delish soft bread with cream cheese inside and butter with dusting of fine sugar on top. Cinnamon Ensaymada - I would compare to a miniature cinnamon roll. Not too intense with cinnamon flavor with a light airy slightly sweetened cream cheese frosting with a dust of cinnamon. DELISH! If in the area and you want a bakery that has amazing soft bread, sweet or savory...give this spot a try. Your welcome in advance!”
“Hiroko is our weekly waitress. Shes sooooo fast, at times shes the only server and with a huge smile she delivers. Her co works ( I don't know if their names ) a tall server and the sushi chef are extremely kind. Food is amazing.”
“For so many people that take the Blue Line Trolley on a daily basis there are many stations that have their own snack and mini stores you can get most some things and there are others you may have to walk a block to get to the store many parts of the Downtown area with the Convention Center and the Gaslamp Trolley Center. There is one station that is in the National City where you can have tables to sit and have the cold soda or the Ice cream for the hot weather. National City 24th street Transit center has the many things you can have been able to catch the bus if you need to get over to the Plaza Bonita Shopping mall you have the many snacks centers that service many of the malls with the E street Trolley Center. With the many buses that come to the 24th Street Transit you have the snack center Deli which is open for the days and closes by the hours of the 600pm and on the weekends they do close by the hours of 500pm. With the many snacks and the drinks, they have with many specials they have you can get Monsters for 2 for $5.50 and the many other sodas like Cola Products that you can get two for $3.00. Where can you find Danish? There are many times you want things you can get and catch the bus at the 24th street Trolley Center. The Trolley Side Deli is one of the best to have the coldest drinks and to pick up some of the best snacks you can get if you need hot sandwiches, they have some of the best if you need a warmup, they can help you out and getting you ready off to the bus or the Trolley. The Side Car Deli does accept EBT and Debit cards the early mornings and the evenings can be busy with the Side Car Deli they have the many things fresh goods and some of the best coffee and the Little Debbie Snacks you can find the many snacks and drinks at the Side Car Deli. With the many bus drivers that come and get things to eat many drivers only have so much time for the break the Side Car Deli has been there to help. Owners of the store are the most welcoming with the many times I have come there it has been the best times with the many products. As a Yelp Elite Reviewer with the many places that I have visited there have been many that have been around since the 1970s and the 80s yet there have been many that still. have the best service and the snacks that you remember when you were a teenager. The Side Car Deli has all the traits and the special flare with the many snacks from the cokes to the Chips with the great welcome to the many that come and shop there. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to one and all.”
“Gerry's Grill is my family's go to spot for sit down filipino food. Tita's is still #1 for my fave filipino restaurant overall, but Gerry's brings a more festive atmosphere for us to enjoy. The service is great, and if you're lucky, you might eat with live music! Highly recommend ??”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Was there last week visiting family. The service was spectacular. Staff really knows how to treat a tourist. I was a first timer at DQ. Your outlet gave me a great impression of American hospitality and friendly people. Thank you!”
“They gave my husband a couple of free salsa since he forgot to grab ketchup for his fast food breakfast burger. Nice people and will be coming back to order food next time we craving Mexican food in National City! ??”
“To increase chicken sales: grilled and fried chicken sandwich filets are too small a portion for the person the price and the drive.Kid-friendliness: Freddy’s kids are cool. ??? ????”
“I had this place on my list of places to try for a while, and the truth is that it surprised me, we ordered the grilled chicken burger, quite delicious and an excellent option if you are watching your calorie consumption, the very characteristic chick fil a potatoes, Delicious, my husband says they lacked salt, although for my taste, they were good, the jewel of this place, in my opinion, are the dressings, they are very delicious. The service is very friendly and fast.Dietary restrictions: They have low calorie options”
“Diana was Great , she has excellent customer service, I order the Bacon cheese burger Duo combo, and it was prepared in less than 5 minutes. This burger king is very, very clean and welcoming. The burgers were delicious and ready made. Thank you Diana!”
“Today I went in my lunch time and was greeted by a young lady named Isabel with such a positive attitude and made me feel welcomed in this location , I been to many other locations and never got greeted or to be honest and there r so friendly , but this young lady seemed like she enjoys what she does , I would definitely come back to this location and hopefully this young lady Isabel is here again to make my visit a good one”
“Amazing food! Extremely crispy chicken without it being dry! I didn't know that the chicken would come with gravy, which was a lovely surprise. The Jollibee Spaghetti was also good, a little sweet but not bad at all. I also tried the Adobo Rice, and it was decent. All in all, it was an amazing first experience. I'll definitely he back soon!”
“This Carls Jr is always on point. Service is quick and all my orders are always accurate.Parking: Plenty of places to park and wait for food when it is busy. It is nice not having to wait in the drive thru. Staff is efficient at getting orders taken and completed.”
“The people are very friendly, they are fast, the order is correct. I love everything here.Vegetarian options: There is soy milkDietary restrictions: You can order your coffee without sugar, the calories are markedKid-friendliness: There is hot chocolate, you order it at children's temperature or warm and they don't make it that hot. There are also sandwiches or popsicles for children.Wheelchair accessibility: There is access to enter with a wheelchair and parking for a wheelchair.”
“Good service, good attention for the person in charge. My foo came quick and the service was good zuquey is attentive and she was always asking if we needed something. I recommend eating here, everything is clean and the service is ”
“Very fresh chicken and staff were friendly and helpful with our order even when not busy and waiting for fresh chickenParking: Free parking with both Popeye's chicken and auto zone”
“What is one of the greatest foods that you can have in many ways with some of the best sauces and the spicy chilis and the toppings that make it the perfect meal dish? There are many foods in the American delis that you can take and make the perfect dish and the best in Barbecue you may think it's the hamburgers and yet you may think its steaks. You're getting close with the one dish which has been around 60 years the Company of Wienerschnitzel has created over 120 million hot dogs a year and the company creates new and better combinations. Wienerschnitzel has been on the fore front of the hotdog fast-food craze with the history of the company and the low prices where can you find such great hot dogs and the combos of the great chili cheese and the corndogs that so many like. Where can you get chili cheese and onion dogs with the ever-popular side of fries and cold drink that is the best one of the best foods that Wienerschnitzel? The Wienerschnitzel location that I have seen so many times it was something that looked like a Mexican food shop or that of a burger joint when I got closer to the restaurant it was the world famous Wienerschnitzel. The Yellow Roof and the banners they have flying and the specials you can't go wrong on missing a place like this the company was announcing specials and the larger combos with the chili cheese, and onion fries. I was watching the drive thru and the service from the drive thru seemed to be going very quick and the sound of the foster freeze machines were going in full swing. I was walking up to the front and this one had the walk-up window around to the side to get your order placed in I guess with the drive thru they wanted to tackle both sides. The restaurant location was very clean and the tables outside with the busses close by you could get your order and still be able to meet the bus. The menu boards they surprised me with the banner flags and the small sign that said foster freeze Ice Cream I knew that the Wienerschnitzel had something special planned. I looked at the menu boars they had with the many pictures of the food having to wait with a few others not a bad line when the guy took my order and he let me know about the specials. I had ordered a 12 pack of mini corndogs, and a 6 pack of Jalapeno peppers they were hot dogs with a large Pepsi to go. The whole order had cost me a total of 18.60 with tax when you haven't had lunch the closest place to get food and not go hungry on the way home for the day was the New Years Day. The food was nice and hot and well-cooked and the same flavor of the first days when Wienerschnitzel had finger foods and some of the best starters. For one of the best locations and the traffic flow that was going through the Drive Thru they were doing cars and getting them taken care in a few minutes this is one quick location. As a Yelp Reviewer I have found many Hot Dog locations and yet there are not many that have the best menus and the pricing that the Wienerschnitzel locations have and the combos they serve with the best drinks and the cold foster freeze Ice Cream to go along with them.”
“Haven’t been to this location in forever but I’m so glad we stopped by! Quick service and Johnny was such an awesome and friendly individual. We need more people like him in this world, truly made our day.”
“Clean plenty of seating.Vegetarian options: Cactus tacos ( Nopales) quesadillas, mullita with cactus insideParking: Regular parking as most taco shop restaurants”
“Drove to NC for this place. First time there, and the chamango was delish! I got an XL and it was worth it. I wish there was more spice in it than sweet, but I went home and added tajin to it. It was delicious. Will be back!”
“Second year celebrating my son's birthday. My son had a blast once again. I love how the host entertains the kids with dancing and singing. She made my son feel very special. I purchased the mega fun package which includes pizza and drinks for the kiddos. I was able to bring my own decorations. And since I made the reservation on a Monday we didn't have a time limit on the tables. Honestly, the deal isn't that great unless you have a small group like we did last year. This time round I paid about $900 for the mega fun package for 15 kids. I added extra pizzas, salad plates and drinks for the adults because food for the adults aren't included in the mega fun package. I honestly would recommend getting the package if you have a small group but not for a large group. Overall, the atmosphere and the host service made it worth it.”
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“If you're looking for a sweet cupcake this is it. The quality is clearly good but the cupcakes are just too sweet for me. I picked the banana and for some reason I was hoping for more of a banana cream pie experience but it was more like banana bread which although good (I love banana bread), it wasn't what I was expecting. The strawberry had good quality bread, but the frosting was so sweet that I had to throw all the frosting away. Imagine the inside of an Oreo cookie turned into thick frosting, not my kind of thing, but again, some people like super sweet stuff, if you do then this is for you.”
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“First Time great. Second time even better because the man in charge remembered me and he was not even working.Awesome tasty food and portions are worth it by far. I buy what I buy from other places in San Diego- no comparison they are on top of their game.”
“The golden Chicken sandwich is the bomb, I really love the Korean beer terra, Consuelo and Sophia are awesome very sharp and do a great job . I do although have a problem with the manager, Kyle, this dude has to be from North Korea !!!”
“Definition of hole in the wall but that's part of its charm. One word - barbacoa. It's FANTASTIC. Perfectly spiced, juicy. One of the best tacos I'd had in a while. Carnitas were pretty good too. Fish weren't great, I wouldn't get again. But I will def be back for that barbacoa. A heads up, salsas at the bar are good but all quite spicy. Carrots there are delicious!”
“Great Place!.....it is located in National City, Ca.....they have your Japanese and Korean favorites. I had the yellow tail sashimi...mmm...and the Tonkatsu Ramen....can't go wrong with some pork broth....”
“This has been a favorite of our family. My mom is Japanese and we have gone to others. But she says this is the best one!!I would also go get lunch and take it to one of my mom's Japanese friends. I was taking care of her and she was a picky eater.This is where I go every year for my Birthday, when my son & grandson take me and also for mother's day.Also the service and prices are excellent.Parking: Located in the Town & Country strip mall.Kid-friendliness: I have always taken my kids and now my grandkids!”
“of all the filipino pandesal in san diego we have tasted, this is my family's favorite. been goin to this bakery over 15 years. the price has increased throughout the years but the taste is still the same. i haven't tried all their products but the ube pandesal, puto, spanish bread and karioka are exceptionally tasty.”
“Affordable and delicious customizable popsicles! This wasn't the only thing they had here though. They had shave snow, ice cream, and I think even beignets? I remember thinking they had a very robust menu. I would come back here.”
“I love love love home coffee! I've been a fan ever since they opened during the pandemic. All their drinks are good and are on the lighter side. You can order pretty much anything from their full coffee and matcha bar in case you're craving something different. I think they have the best point system of all the coffee shops in San Diego. I accumulate points super fast and get free drinks and pastries often. Ever since they revamped their decor and merch they've attracted so many more customers. The cafe does get very busy especially after the church services so I recommend coming on weekdays or before church service.”
“The best Filipino bakery in National City and probably in San Diego!They have all sorts of dishes too, haven't had a chance to get any but every time I buy bread someone is ordering food!”
“I l love this place so much! You have to try the cookies & cream! Its breathtaking and also the chocolate chip cookie dough. Make sure to add gt he waffle cone!”
“You should try the Guava Strawberry Sip it is so refreshing and does quinch your thirsty.I highly recommend this place if you happen to be at the Plaza Bonita Mall. I just love it.”
“I always come here, it's the best white Menudo in San Diego, an authentic and original flavor and a very reasonable price. I recommend you just arrive early because it gets busy.”
“Raspados Are really good. The vanilla one is amazing. what I really do appreciate is the fact that they fill it up halfway and they put lechera in the middle, and then they add the lechera on top as well. It's the Lil things. Will be coming back :)”
“This place seems popular for parties that like karaoke. I tried calling to order my food togo, but i could not get an answer. I wanted to hate the place, but the food was really good. I got the sisig, garlic fried rice, and pancit. I will be back for the sisig and garlic rice for sure.”
“Found this pop up coffee shop inside the Plaza Bonita shopping center whilst last minute Christmas shopping...I got the toffee nut latte (I can't remember the creative nickname they have for it right now) and it was really good! Location is good, prices are a bit higher than desired, staff was nice, I'd definitely rather grab a cup of Joe from here than the other star guy!”
“This store deserves more love for their lechon kawali. It's not good. It's fucking-worth-the-drive great and is the best in San Diego, if not the entire state! I grew up eating the best bagnet from Laoag so you can say that my standards are pretty high.”
“Came here with my family over one of the week days for lunch. Good place to get solid food and the atmosphere was solid as well. For a drink we ordered some Micheladas which were nice, for mine I chose Dos Equis as my beer. For my food dish, I ordered the Fish Tacos plate. It came with 2 tacos, battered and fried with a side of rice and beans. Nice food and nice restaurant.”
“We ordered take out. Order was spot on and fast. Broth for the pho was amazing. We also ordered the fried shrimp, shrimp spring rolls, sesame balls chicken bahn (sandwich). We were a group of 5 and we were all very happy. Give this place a try.”
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“Good service but really really busy in the weekends and afternoons, the parking spots are kinda stretch and you will have some difficulties trying to exit, also is a good place to study quietly, but it only fits 6-7 persons/students to ”
“Love the pizza here. Rather get a pizza at a local spot and support a local business than buying at a franchise spot. Highly recommend the pizza here. Much better than other zappy pizza’s.”
“It's a solid working class bar. The waitresses are nice and welcoming. Joyful patrons fill the cash only bar open til 2 am. One pool table, two TVs and a jukebox. No hot food service. Tiny parking lot.”
“Definition of hole in the wall but that's part of its charm. One word - barbacoa. It's FANTASTIC. Perfectly spiced, juicy. One of the best tacos I'd had in a while. Carnitas were pretty good too. Fish weren't great, I wouldn't get again. But I will def be back for that barbacoa. A heads up, salsas at the bar are good but all quite spicy. Carrots there are delicious!”
“LOVE this place! Taco Tuesdays are great and the tacos are really good. I took a star bc i asked if i could hang up a flyer on their bulletin board, they said yes, then tore it down. If you didn’t want me to just say so, but don’t tear it down after giving permission; i have to pay to have those printed.”
“Al Pastor Town truely lives up to their name as they offer 5 unique types of Al pastor meats and more. I was there when they opened at noon and got the Al Pastor Roio Burrito.Service was pretty slow but the staff were great. Eventually, I got the burrito and took the most blissful first bite. The burrito was packed with meat where every bite caused juices to come gushing out and cover every taste bud. Just when I thought it couldn't get better, I tried using their 2 sauces: salsa verde (not very spicy) and what I think is mango habanero (spicier). The owner really played matchmaker because the burrito and the sauces was a complete match. 5/5 I'll need to come back and try the rest of the flavors.Atmosphere was great imo but is not for everybody. The place is inside a mart and is not really a place to sit down and dine.”
“Small little shop. 10/10 would definitely recommend. Closest to the island that I can find so far. I usually go to poke etc but wanted to try this place. And I wasn't disappointed. My new favorite spot”
“New place by my house! We ordered the Mr. Pulpo taco, Fish taco, tostada ceviche verde, black ceviche and a shrimp cocktail. Everything we ordered was on point! Perfect taste no need for more salt or lime , just perfect. Thank you!Side note: I was trying to recommend all of the above food we ate under, “Which dishes do you recommend” but it only gave me two options.”
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“Great food and service. The wait times can be extremely long. I put my name on waitlist before i left home and it was a 45 min wait. I got there exactly 45 mins and still waited for 40 mins. But overall still worth the wait especially to try something different.”
““Jeannie at Denny’s is a fantastic waitress! Her service was impeccable, attentive, and friendly. She made sure our orders were perfect and kept our drinks filled. Her warm demeanor and professionalism made our dining experience truly enjoyable. We would definitely recommend Jeannie to anyone visiting Denny’s!””
“For a person who never eats fast food, except In-N-Out Burger. You always have professional staff, kindly making sure your order is always correct. If you never tried In-N-Out burger, I highly recommend it. You have numerous choices when it comes to burgers, but in my opinion in and out there, the only one that’s consistent.”
“This is the best Chinese food in San Diego. Try their lunch specials. So many to choose from. It comes with 1 eggroll, 1 chicken wing, and a dish of your choice. So delicious!!! I would eat there every day if it was not a 35-minute drive.”
“To increase chicken sales: grilled and fried chicken sandwich filets are too small a portion for the person the price and the drive.Kid-friendliness: Freddy’s kids are cool. ??? ????”
“There was no wait maybe because it was Tuesday. The server didn't come by at all only to take the order but the food was great real good I'm trying to post the pictures”
“I had this place on my list of places to try for a while, and the truth is that it surprised me, we ordered the grilled chicken burger, quite delicious and an excellent option if you are watching your calorie consumption, the very characteristic chick fil a potatoes, Delicious, my husband says they lacked salt, although for my taste, they were good, the jewel of this place, in my opinion, are the dressings, they are very delicious. The service is very friendly and fast.Dietary restrictions: They have low calorie options”
“I highly recommend coming to Dennys by 24th St. The food was delicious and the customer service was right on point. Big thanks to our server Liz was very friendly and attentive during our visit. Thank you for a 5 star service⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“This Applebee's grill restaurants is nice. Came today [4/6/2024]to pick up an ordered. The male-hostess greeted me real nice. Got the order. Went home & the food was delicious ?. I rate this place 10-stars! Will come again to this Applebee's. The best in my list. ??”
“This has been a favorite of our family. My mom is Japanese and we have gone to others. But she says this is the best one!!I would also go get lunch and take it to one of my mom's Japanese friends. I was taking care of her and she was a picky eater.This is where I go every year for my Birthday, when my son & grandson take me and also for mother's day.Also the service and prices are excellent.Parking: Located in the Town & Country strip mall.Kid-friendliness: I have always taken my kids and now my grandkids!”
“LOVE this place! Taco Tuesdays are great and the tacos are really good. I took a star bc i asked if i could hang up a flyer on their bulletin board, they said yes, then tore it down. If you didn’t want me to just say so, but don’t tear it down after giving permission; i have to pay to have those printed.”
“Take-out review 2/24 Had the chance to try their yummy desserts at a family dinner. The cheesecake was SOOO good! Light, fluffy, slightly sweet (as most Asian desserts are). Priced around $19, which is actually reasonable compared to most dessert/pie/cake equivalents. Japanese desserts feel light, so even after a hearty meal, you still want it! Also tried the matcha tiramisu. Sorry no photo. It was gone before I could snap a photo. This was a bit pricey at $14 for a small round. Considering the price of matcha though, the price really is warranted. Strong slightly bitter matcha flavor. Lucious creamy filling. Not overly sweet. It was a bit out of the way for them to pick up. However, who else but family is worth it? Right?”
“Amazing food! Extremely crispy chicken without it being dry! I didn't know that the chicken would come with gravy, which was a lovely surprise. The Jollibee Spaghetti was also good, a little sweet but not bad at all. I also tried the Adobo Rice, and it was decent. All in all, it was an amazing first experience. I'll definitely he back soon!”
“Did the hour drive from North county on a Friday afternoon (also called 40 mins prior to ask if they were still serving, as I saw sign on IG stating "until sold out" ) Def. Happy I tried this spot. Their pho is reminiscent of the Filipino "Nilaga" - like a pho-nilaga hybrid and with the chili oil, it hit all the right spot The owner's hospitality was second to none; felt very welcomed and appreciated as a new patron. Can't wait to bring my family to try this spot. Sending this business all the positive and blessed vibes so they thrive and continue to grow!”
“During restaurant week, I was enthralled by the vibrant colors that adorned the place. It's a delightful fusion of Latino and Asian flavors. A highlight was witnessing a seasoned female bartender patiently instructing a novice on crafting a virgin drink.”