41 Best Mexican Restaurants in National City

Restaurantji's National City Mexican restaurant picks are here.

LA MALCRIADA BIRRIERIA Mexican • $
1604 E 18th St, National City

Customers` Favorites

Quesabirria Mixta De Maíz Corn Mixed Quesabirria
Consomé 8 Oz Con Carne Consommé 8 Oz with Meat
Quesabirria De Harina Flour Quesabirria
Taco De Chicharrn Fried Pork Rind Taco
Birria Taco with Onion and Cilantro
Beef Tacos with Lime and Radish
Papas Con Birria Birria Fries
Chilaquiles De Birria Y Huevo
Taco De Tripa Beef Tripe Taco
Battered Fish Taco

“The best in town. La mejor en el condado de San Diego, Ca. Great Tijuana Flavor, El Mejor Sabor de Tijuana“

4.7 Superb104 Reviews
Guanatos Mexican and Seafood Mexican • $
1526 E 18th St, National City

Customers` Favorites

Tostada Aguachile Camaron Crudo
Camarones a La Diabla
Clamoto with Shrimp
California Burrito
Torre De Mariscos
Carne Asada Fries
Adobada Burrito
Shrimp Burrito
Aguachile Plate
Surf and Turf

“We ordered the shrimp tacos and chicken tacos. The shrimp tacos were so good my husband ordered more to go, then ate them in the car. They are battered, deep fried but the breading is thin and the shrimp are large. They also bring a tray of sauces so you can try whichever ones you want on your tacos. We will definitely visit again when we already in town.“

4.5 Superb150 Reviews
Carnitas Quiroga Mexican • $
2241 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Carnitas Mix with Beans and Rice Tortillas and All the Trimins
Chilaquiles Con Chicharrón Prensado
Chilaquiles Rojos Con Carnitas
Included with Potato and Beans
Chilaquiles Con Carnitas
1 lb Carnitas Combo Pork
1 lb of Carnitas Mix
Salsa de la Casa 2oz
Burritos de Carnitas
Carnitas Enchiladas

“Hands Down the best carnitas of all of San Diego. My family and I always buy our carnitas here. We get the carnitas by the pound and they are delicious 😋. They also catered 2 of my party events my baby shower and my daughter's 1st communion at a reasonable price. I said I wanted for 50 people and they set it up in party trays and I picked it up. It came with everything: carnitas, rice, beans ,3 salsas, chiles with sauted onions, guacamole and chicharrones. To ensure that they stayed walm i put the food on party trays warmers. My guest loved it and was a hit ♥️🙏“

4.5 Superb154 Reviews
Cesar's Taco Shop Mexican • $
3123 D Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Carnitas Taco and Carne Asada Taco
Tacos Mistos De Carnitas
Taco De Barbacoa
Burritos

“Best tacos you can ever have. Love going on Saturday & Sunday mornings to eat fish tacos.“

4.8 Superb80 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
1710 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Double Chicken Tostada Salad
Double Chicken Avocado Salad
Taco Complete Family Combo
Chicken Avocado Burrito
Chicken Taco Al Carbon
Taco Dorado de Birria
Double Chicken Bowl
Grilled Chicken
Chicken Salad
Two Churros

“el sabor,y los condimentos, todo muy rico“

4.4 Superb237 Reviews
La Casa De Oro Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $$
1510 Sweetwater Rd A, National City

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Nuggets with Fries
Beef Taco and Enchilada
Casa Omelette Special
Caldo De Albondigas
Huevos Con Machaca
Shrimp Enchiladas
Chorizo Con Huevo
Chimichanga Combo
Machaca Con Huevo
Cheese Quesadilla

“Great food, great service!“

4.4 Superb196 Reviews
Burros & Fries National City Mexican • $
1325 E Plaza Blvd #105, National City

Customers` Favorites

Bean & Cheese Burrito and Quesadilla
Surf and Turf Burrito
Wake Up Fries
Flautas
Surf

“This location has great customer service and delicious food. Get yours togo during these times. Pic: Carne Asada Fries and Torta Especial with Mexican Coke“

4.2 Good184 Reviews
TacoMan Mexican • $
2708 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

5 Beef Super Rolled Tacos
Carne Asada

“delicious food. was my 1st time there. got a carnitas burrito. 5 stars. I recommend“

4.5 Superb115 Reviews
La Original Casa Del Taco Mexican • $
1635 Sweetwater Rd Ste A-B, National City

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Mole Rice and Beans
Enchiladas Rice & Beans
Carne Asada Burrito
California Burrito
Hot Flour Tortillas
Salsa Con Chips
Chips and Salsa
Combo Mexicano
Ranchero Steak
Chile Relleno

“El mata hambre me gusto mucho. Los visitaremos en nuestra próxima visita a San Diego.“

4.6 Superb117 Reviews
Taqueria Los Famosos Mexican • $
2220 E Plaza Blvd T-1, National City

Customers` Favorites

Mulitas De Maiz
Carne Asada Taco
Carne Adobada
Adobada Taco
Campechana
Al Pastor
Tripas

“Their adobada tacos are super cheap and absolutely to die for, and their adobada fries come as a huge portion - definitely recommend if you like adobada. Their adobada also has cinnamon in it, so if you're a fan of adobada that's cinnamon-y, 100% recommend trying this place.“

4.6 Superb88 Reviews
La Lomita Mexican Grill Mexican • $
3100 E 8th St A, National City

Customers` Favorites

Rolled Tacos with Rice & Beans
Carne Asada Torta with Fries
Carne Asada Fries Rolled
Breakfast Burrito Deluxe
Carne Asada Burrito
Quesadilla Supreme
Carne Asada Nachos
California Burrito
Lomita Burrito
Veggie Burrito

“good food. good prices. excellent salsa bar“

4.1 Good173 Reviews
Pepita's Cafe Mexican • $
524 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Quesadilla
Chips and Salsa
Chilaquiles

“muy buen servicio y la comida muy deliciosa.💯💯☕☕“

4.4 Superb52 Reviews
664 TJ Birriería Mexican • $
2503 Sweetwater Rd, National City

Customers` Favorites

Orden De Tortilla Harina Side Flour Tortilla
Orden De Tortilla Carinae EIS Hour Thris
Orden De Tortilla Maiz Side Con Tortilla
Side Frijol Side of Beans
Bowl Shredded Beef Stew
Tostabirria C Queso
Orden Grande Birria
Consome Con Carne
Quesabirria Tacos
Orden 1 2 Birria

“Very good place very good food and good customer service“

4.1 Good80 Reviews
Los Burritos Mexican • $
835 Palm Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Mar Y Tierra Surf and Turf
Beef Taco & Enchilada
Shrimp Fajitas Plate
Carne Asada Burrito
California Burrito
Shrimp Quesadillas
Carne Asada Fries
Carne Asada Plate
Two Chicken Tacos
Carnitas Burrito

“Lived in the area for many years, now it's just my post PRT go-to spot. Had the Bandito Burrito today and it was amazing. A Chile Relleno, at least 3 kinds of cheese that were separatedin layers, carne asada... my goodness. Ate it like a pelican before I could take pictures.
Paulina who's super sweet made an excellent recommendation! Thank you!“

4.1 Good75 Reviews
Palteros Taco Shop Mexican • $$
431 N Highland Ave, National City

“Great customer service great food bomb flavor quality products Omar and Oscar took care of me go show some support y’all 💯“

5 Superb8 Reviews
Papis Birria Mexican •
3030 Grape Street, San Diego

“Man where do I begin! This place is the bomb! Hands down some of the best birria in SD the team is incredible as well. I have been going to them since my apartment complex was graced with their presence. I have been tracking them down since. Their birria fries are unmatched and the atmosphere is always a party! If your looking for the perfect food to satisfy some big back tendencies at an amazing price look no further!“

4.4 Superb7 Reviews
Menudería Don Vicente Mexican • $
2637 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Pozole Verde with Pork \u0026 Beef Meat
Pozole Verde Bottom Menudo Blanco Top
Pozole Verde with Pork & Beef Meat
Costillas En Salsa Verde
Garners for You Pozole
Pozole de Puerco Verde
Desayuno Don Vicente
Pozole de Pollo Rojo
Pozole Rojo De Puerco
Menudo Rojo Con Pata

“Another first for me…. Hubby has been here before.
He went for the Menudo (with pata of course) and I was undecided. I ordered the pozole chicken pozole (green) which was also delicious. Get there early on the weekend because it gets super busy, although the wait wasn’t terrible. Small parking lot behind the building and limited street parking.“

3.9 Good274 Reviews
Mariscos La Capital (Mexican Seafood Restaurant) Seafood • $$
801 National City Blvd Suite 105, National City

Customers` Favorites

Docena De Ostiónes Con Ceviche Dozen of Oysters with Ceviche
Empapelado De Mariscos Al Vapor Steamed Seafood in Foil
Fajitas De Arrachera Skirt Steak Fajitas
Guacamole Y Chips Avocado with Chips
Taco Mar Y Tierra Surf 'N' Turf Taco
Aguachile Original Aguachile Bowl
Mango and Shrimp Ceviche Tostada
Caldo De Camaron Shrimp Broth
Avocado with Chips Appetizer
Tostada Mixta Mixed Tostada

“Best Mariscos Delivery service no cap !!“

4.6 Superb98 Reviews
La Sierra Cafe Mexican • $
306 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Eggs with Chorizo Rice and Beans
Chile Relleno Enchilada Taco
Chiles Y Zanahorias Curtidos
Tortilla Chips and Salsa
Menudo Con Pata
Chile Colorado
Tacos Dorados
Menudo Blanco
Pozole Rojo
Menudo Rojo

“super buen servicio de Wilimina. hermosa mesera.. muy alegre y super attention . la comida no fue Buena hoy. Nuevo cosinero. bistec ranchero seco y Malo sin sabor chilaquiles secos.. not happy. menudo was good“

3.9 Good193 Reviews
El Ranchero Food Truck Mexican • $
902 E 18th St, National City

“FRESH LOCAL FOOD. NO PRESERVATIVES, HEALTHY CHOICE! SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS“

3.7 Good10 Reviews
Taco Salsa Taco Shop Mexican • $
925 E Plaza Blvd #102, National City

Customers` Favorites

Chili Relleno and Enchiladas Combo
Carne Asada Burrito
Fish Taco

“Best fish tacos, ever!!!!“

3.8 Good138 Reviews
Market on 8th Indonesian • $
41 E 8th St, National City

Customers` Favorites

Pork Belly Sisig and Ribeye Bistek
Garlic Butter Shrimp w Rice
Tacos Burgers and Fries
Carne Asada Fries
Poke by the lb
Lechon Kawali
Cafe Indonesia
Pad Thai With
Pancit Bihon
Taco Birria

“The best place to eat, recommend it by me.“

4.2 Good143 Reviews
Silvia's Pupuseria Salvadoran • $
916 E 8th St, National City

Customers` Favorites

Black Refried Beans and Cheese
Bistec de Higado O Carne
Vegetarian Pupusas
Empanada De Carne
Bean and Cheese
Fried Plantains
Chorizo Plate
Mojarra Frita
Caldo De Res
Carne Asada

“Delicious! I only go for the pupusas but the other food also looks really good.
I used to live in Guatemala so I was craving pupusas and these taste the same as they did when I lived in Central America.

They are very welcoming when you walk in. Kind and authentic.
The restaurant is decorated with everything related to El Salvador which I love.
The place is clean and the food comes with a lot! You definitely are getting what you pay for.
So so so good and I highly recommend!“

4.4 Superb186 Reviews
Brasa Norte Steak & Tacos Mexican • $
41 E 8th St, National City
3.1 Average7 Reviews
Los Titos Mexican Food Mexican • $
917 Euclid Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Fries with Cheese
1 2 Carne Asada Fries
Carne Asada Burrito
Three TJ Mini Tacos
Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Burro
Rolled Taquitis
Rolled Tacos
Enchiladas
Quesadilla

“this place rules! giant jumbo burritos, the carne asada is delicious, the guacamole, the red and green salsas are 👍👍👍👍rolled tacos are👍👍👍🇲🇽🇺🇸✌️👍👍👍 the also sell beer“

3.6 Good149 Reviews
El Nuevo Milenio Mexican • $
2323 Division St, National City

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Fries with Sour Cream
California Burrito
Carne Asada Chips
Pollo Asada Fries
Carne Asada Taco
Chile Relleno
Rolled Tacos
Rice & Beans
Roll Tacos
Fish Tacos

“Classic local favorite. The best late night taco shop in southeast San Diego! They didn’t have what I was looking for and didn’t hesitate to create my unique order without up-charging me! Both red and green sauces are delicious as well!“

3.6 Good187 Reviews
Super Sergio's Mexican • $
1631 Sweetwater Rd, National City

Customers` Favorites

Papas O Chips Con Carne Asada Grande Carne Asada Fries or Chips
Roll Tacos with Cheese
Berto Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Burrito
Chicken Quesadilla
Chips w Carne Asada
California Burrito
Carne Asada Plate
Carnitas Burrito
Shrimp Burrito

“Drive thru was busy on a Thursday evening around 8:30pm. It's probably just like us, having late dinner.

We ordered fish tacos, adobada tacos, and carne asada fries. We are not sure if it was on the menu, but we just took the risk of asking if they have caldo de res. And luckily they have. My kids love caldo de res.

The price point was good, especially for the amount of food you get. Fish tacos were loaded with a big slice of fish. Topped with cabbage and maybe a mixture od pico de gallo. I like the fries because they are crispy even when we have to wait till we get home to eat.“

3.6 Good275 Reviews
Hilberto's Mexican Food Mexican • $
836 Euclid Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Chips and Salsa
Adobada Street Tacos
Carne Asada Plate
Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Fries
2 Two Beef Tacos
Machaca Plate
Carnitas
Fish

“This is the BEST MEXICAN FOOD the employees are very Kool. I been coming here for along time now.“

3.5 Good200 Reviews
Los Panchos Taco Shop Mexican • $
2441 National City Blvd, National City

Customers` Favorites

Filete de Pescado Al Gusto Plate
Chile Relleno Cheese Enchilada
Tostada de Ceviche de Camaron
Tostada de Ceviche de Pescado
Carne Asada Or Pollo Asado
Machaca Con Huevo Plate
Chorizo Con Huevo Plate
Carne Asada Quesadilla
5 Rolled Fish Tacos
Pollo Asado Burrito

“Always wanted to try the food after reading the reviews. I was getting work done on my car nearby so the stars aligned. I walked over and ordered what always makes me happy, a carne asada burrito. It was surprisingly very flavorful as I fought off the super spicy salsa that I got from the salsa bar. I would definitely give it another try.“

3.5 Good185 Reviews
Las Uvas Tejuinos La Dona Juice • $
632 National City Blvd, National City

Customers` Favorites

Raspado De Tamarindo
Torta Especial
Elote Loco

“Hace 6 años mi lugar preferido torta de atún y por supuesto mi rico 😋 y delicioso e interesante n igual le TEJUINO “... como lo extraño 😪“

4.2 Good122 Reviews
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Jugosh

Jugosh Mexican • $
1210 E Plaza Blvd #404, National City

Customers` Favorites

Torta De Lomo De Cerdo

“I ordered a full Torta, Carne Asada! Muy bueno!!! Bread, toasted. Meat, well seasoned. I asked for no mayo, no onions. What a deal! On a Sunday at around 2pm, no line for me! It cost 12 bucks and some change. Well worth it. I have a full belly. People forget just how good a torta can be. Roberto’s torta’s are soggy, but not here. If I’m in the area again, I will order again!!!“

4.2 Good85 Reviews
664 Tj Birrieria Mexican • $
505 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Consome Y Tacos De Birria
Orden de Birria
Consomé
Quesa

“Very good place very good food and good customer service“

3.3 Good207 Reviews
Zarlitos Family Restaurant Filipino • $
505 E 8th St, National City

Customers` Favorites

Tapsilog w Garlic Fried Rice
Longsilog Sweet Pork Sausage
Zarlito's Special Fried Rice
Zarlitos Fried Rice
Lumpia Shanghai
Fried Chicken
Pancit Canton
Lechon Kawali
Arroz Caldo
Pinakbet

“If you like to chill and do a little karaoke. This is the place. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. From 6pm to 9pm. Bring your family and friends, show your talent. Oh by the way, try their Sisig Fries you won't get disappointed.“

4 Good200 Reviews
Panadería El Trigal Deli • $
319 N Highland Ave, National City

“Bread is nice and soft. Lots of pink items for my daughter's birthday feast. The lady there was so sweet and helpful. She arranged all our pan dulce on a cardboard platter and covered it in cellophane for us. Love this plane. My new go to Panadería.“

4.8 Superb16 Reviews
Raspados Michoacan Tacos • $
1727 Sweetwater Rd #115, National City

Customers` Favorites

Shaved Ice
Snow Cone
Gaspachos

“Located near the Taco Bell. The raspado was actually good I thought it would take fake but it was quite good. My kid got the lime one.
I picked up some tostilocos not my favorite honestly. The lacked more toppings. But would go back to try more of the raspados since the syrups looked so tasty and fresh. They also have a nice sitting area to enjoy your treats. Very clean.“

4 Good79 Reviews
California's Taco Shop Tacos • $
51 N Highland Ave Suite: H, National City

Customers` Favorites

The Big Momma Burrito Deluxe Cali
Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo
Surf and Turf Burrito
Chilaquiles Burrito
Carne Asada Burrito
Surf and Turf Fries
Rodeo Rolled Tacos
California Burrito
Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Fries

“I'm from Phoenix Arizona came here to eat it was absolutely amazing!!!! definitely recommend not sure why it has a 3.5 out of 5 ...... Five Stars for me ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

3.9 Good197 Reviews
Taquizas Guanatos Caterers • $
1526 E 18th St, National City

“Patricia and her Taquizas Guanatos team are outstanding! They catered my recent event and we were very happy with the communication, service, and food. The (asada, chicken, adobada) tacos, mulitas, beans, and rice were very tasty and included all the fixings as well as aguas frescas. The portions were more than satisfying and we even had leftover food, which she packaged and left for us to enjoy during the remainder of the party. Thank you Taquizas Guanatos!“

4.1 Good14 Reviews
FRUTAS 100% NATURAL Juice • $
1050 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Caesar Salad
Berries Smoothie
Ensalada de Fruta
Banana Smoothie
Al Pastor Torta
Pico de Gallo
Torta De Lomo
Salmon Torta
Fruit Salad
Strawberry

“Come here every day for my ginger shot and I hang out and work on my paperwork here the ladies are fantastic and the place is comfortable thank u Martha Rosa and Monica Ariana love it here thank u for my ginger shot and the staff are very friendly and nice smiling thank you“

3.8 Good153 Reviews
BIRRIA KINGS STREET TACOS & BEER Mexican • $
2333 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Birria Quesadilla with Consume
Birria Ramen & Combo Plate
Birria Quesataco
Birria Vampiro
Street Tacos
Birria Ramen
Birria Pizza
Taco Dorado
Birria Taco
Keto Taco

“This place is sooooooo fire !! I never leave reviews and I HAD TO come show some Luve 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

3 Average128 Reviews
Roberto's Taco Shop Mexican • $
1406 Highland Ave, National City

Customers` Favorites

Bean Tostada & Cheese Enchilida
California Burrito California
Steak California Burrito
Bean and Cheese Burrito
Carne Asada Burrito
Pollo Asada Fries
Carne Asada Fries
Carne Asada Chips
Chicken Burrito
Burrito Carnitas

“Good prices & good food. Unfortunately the cashier she didn't wash her hand and she was separating the big flower tortillas now if some get seek on this day or tomorrow and ate at this restaurant now you know why.. she is the reason....“

3.2 Average257 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
1737 Sweetwater Rd, National City

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce
Bean Burrito with Sour Cream
Mtn Dew Baja Blast Freeze
Fiesta Veggie Burrito
Cantina Chicken Bowl
Beefy Crunch Burrito
Chicken Quesadilla
Fiesta Taco Salad
Breakfast Burrito
Fire Sauce Packet

“I've been to this place so many times andb I've never had issues with my orders, even if my orders were complicated they always have it ready, exactly how I ordered it, and the staff has always bring friendly. Great job to the crew if this restaurant.“

3.6 Good223 Reviews

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