37 Best Taco Restaurants near Poway

“awesome, great food for 5 & 7 year oldboys“

“Such amazing excellent quality food! Their food is consistently good. This restaurant is a definite must if you are in the mood for Mexican food😀. I highly recommend it!“

“I’ve been to this restaurant a few times, and it never disappoints. The pizza is thin, crispy, and loaded with flavor. I especially love the one with prosciutto and arugula. Staff always treats you like a regular, even if it’s your first time. Love that.“

“We tried Mike’s over the weekend & it was absolutely delicious! Definitely would recommend it if you like birria!“

“Have tried two other Taco Stand locations and now came to give this one a try.

I think this location was a little bit of hit or miss depending on the day and the menu item.

We got some tacos delivered home and sister-in-law, friend as well as husband loved everything they got! Sister-In-Law and friend were visiting from out of town and they really liked the food here so much that they wanted to get it again before leaving from their visit.
They really seemed to like Pollo(chicken) and Shrimp tacos.
One thing to note is that when you order delivery on doordash they end up charging for adding the sauces which is not the case. When you put a pickup order from the store directly because you can just take as many sauces as you would like.

Husband and I also brought another friend here who was visiting from Canada and she was totally surprised by the quality of the tacos here! The pork taco must have been her favorite and I think it was the combination of the pork and pineapple in there!

I really loved the Shrimp Taco! This was my first time trying the shrimp taco and I think the combination of everything went really well. I was not expecting that cheese to be put on the tortilla so next time I think I would ask them to skip that to make it a little healthier. There was quite an amount of oil in the shrimp though, so I think that's another thing that I would like to change but otherwise overall flavor profile was lovely.

I usually love the fish taco from the other locations, but this one was subpar. It was actually quite a big thick fillet of fish so a lot of the bites felt like eating a big chunk of fish and not enough sauce or flavoring and tortilla to go with. Definitely appreciate the large portion size of the fish in there, but I think it ended up being too much fish for that one particular taco. Husband also have the same experience so it must have just been this particular day that the pieces of fish were very big. Definitely need to give it another try!“

“Don't waste your time or.money going anywhere else! The food is to die for and the service is exceptional! The part about Harvest Taco Shop is that has been family owned and operated for like 30 years and they treat you like family . The salsa bar is better than anyone's plus they give you free chips. Just go 1 time and you will be hooked! Let's all keep them going so they can be around for a other 30 years!!!! Thanks Amiga, Maureen and Juanita“

“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!!“

“The Breakfast Burritos are my favorite. Make sure to ask for the bacon in it extra crispy. The chorizo burrito is good but can be greasy, I made the mistake of opening up my burrito and had to rewrap it in a new tortilla because it was so soaked in grease. It tasted pretty good though. I wish they had more options for hot sauces or a salsa bar. Red and green are your only options here. Overall, they aren't the best but no way are they the worst place to eat it at. I go here regularly and I would rate them a little above average. Their prices aren't too bad compared to some places that have raised their prices 50% or more in the last few years charging $18+ for a carne asada burrito so I'm glad for that. Overall, I would recommend going here if you want cheap prices and good decent food.“

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

“If you’re looking for tacos that make your soul sing and salsa that slaps harder than your abuela’s chancla, this is the place.

From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted like family. The people here are genuinely kind and I can tell that they truly care!

Now, the food? Unreal. The tacos are next-level—perfectly seasoned, juicy fillings wrapped in fresh, warm tortillas that taste homemade (because they probably are). Each bite feels like a love letter to flavor. The burritos? Absolute perfection. They’re the just-right size—hearty, but not heavy—and packed with flavor in every bite. No filler, just fire. And let’s talk about the salsa. Whether you like it smoky, spicy, or zesty, their salsa game is elite. Honestly, it deserves its own cult following.

This isn’t just a taco shop—it’s a sanctuary for your taste buds, and a reminder that good food + good people = magic. Do yourself a favor: come hungry, and leave glowing.“

“Suggestions, change your flour tortilla. The tortilla you use for your burrito is stale and chewy. The rest of the food ingredients are fine.
Can you add at least one table and two chairs to eat there quickly? I hate eating in my car.“

“Ordered through GrubHub last night as my son and I wanted to try another Mexican place (we just moved here a month ago). The prices were much better than anything here in Mira Mesa area, and the food was delicious!! Portion sizes were great and flavor was on point. Our new favorite place! Thank you :)“

“Very good quality meats and very tasty not greasy, very friendly people.“

“Because of my dietary restrictions I always get anxious when going out out of fear of being “ a difficult customer”. However today my mother and I came to this CFG and Joseph was amazing . He allowed us to alter our meals in a way we could still enjoy. I’d recommend this location to anyone wanting a quick and delicious bite with great customer service ! Thank you again Joseph ! ☺️“

“Is it the best birria I’ve ever had in my life? No. Surprisingly that was in Seattle, but it is tasty. The consume is a little salty though and I love some salt tbh. It might need a little more cheese or something. I would return if I visit here again but would still try some other restaurant here that offer quesa birria

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free“

“Burrito was huge, refried beans were great, and the salsa is so good! Food deserves a better location!“

“I like all the Tacos they prepare !! and they have good service . Victor , the owner is a very kind person.“

“Great food and awesome service“

“Tasty food and large portions definitely sharable.

My go to is their surf and turf chips or fries with a bag of hot carrots and jalapenos.

It's clean and spacious.

Never busy and has a friendly staff.

A great option when I have no idea what to cook for lunch or dinner.

Give them a try. Thank me later.“

“Excellent fish items. Fishes are high quality. Grilling is almost perfect. Marinade, especially cajun, is supreme. Portions are sufficient. Service is above board except that ordering is at the counter and not on your table. Overall, a high caliber restaurant.“

“ChupaCabras Taqueria provided exceptional service and great food at our School Event. They have also provided great service to other local schools and events. Thank you.“

“The drive-thru service was impressively fast and friendly. The cashier greeted us with a genuine smile, which set a positive tone right away. Our order was prepared quickly and came out hot and fresh. Even the iced tea stood out—it was freshly brewed and perfectly refreshing. Overall, a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish!“

“Liz Taco catered my unit at the hospital. The entire staff had no words to express how incredible the food was from it’s freshness, taste/seasoning, portions for the price paid, and service! We will continue to request their business as it was truly a morale booster to our staff! Thank you for your outstanding catering service!“

“I requested fresh tacos and they nailed it thank you so much front guy cashier thank you for your sweet service and fryer guys thanks for making sure it was perfect you guys deserve the recognition bc not every restaurant nails it like this“

“This taco truck has some pretty great tasting birria food 😋 👌🏼
Must come get tacos on Tuesday and recommend the quesabirria tacos, birria quesadilla, and more.
The birria is so tasty and juicy and meat very satisfying and cheese was good gluten do wish more was in the tacos. The qusadilla was pretty big and very filling big birria flavors definitely recommend them but all the taco flavors are great and good choices here with friendly service and was quick and great choice with spots to sit in group of tables or est in the car.
I love to stop by when the taco truck comes behind best buy at the parknride by mira mesa and 15fw.“

“We don't usually eat in the restaurant, or eat much fast food in general, but I have to say that today, I am so glad we did! We juat now arrived home and i could not wait to comment. The young man Roderick (Rod) Mayfield, behind the register is one of the smartest hiring decisions management has made. The level of genuine kindness and caring that my husband and i were met with and further witnessed as he assisted others needs to be commended. The most notable was when he assisted 2 elderly women, perhaps in their 80's and a bit slow with age, with an immeasurable level of patence and compassion, that very few people posess. This young man could not assist them quick enough with carrying their food to their table as one clearly walked with a cane. He has restored a bit of my faith in humanity with all the hatred going on in the world today. People should take note and emulate him, even a fraction of his behavior. I truly wish good things for him and that you fully acknowledge his impeccable level of customer service. Thanks Roderick! All the best, Mark and Allison. .the french toast people! :)“

“I am not going to lie but those Birria quesa-tacos and the consomé uff hit on the spot ???????????????? best birria!!! The service is perfect, they treat you really well, This my new to go spot when I am craving birria 10/10.

Parking: Is next to a store so. He has a lot a parking. You will not struggle for parking“

“It was a really good place. Also they were really nice“

“An Iconic Establishment within Rancho Penasquitos.

I've been coming here for decades.

They always provide delicious food at reasonable prices and served with a smile.

My favorite item is always the carne asada chips. Once in a while, I'll switch it up with fries.

Their sauces are on point. Just the right amount of flavor and heat, whether it's green or red.

Though I've moved further away from here, I always make it a point to drive here for their delicious eats.

There have been many taco shops that have come and gone over the years, I'm glad that Rodrigo's has managed to provide the neighborhood with a place to relax and enjoy a well prepared meal.“

“Loved it was 29 years since I had Jacks the ultimate cheese burger awsome back and now“

“Had takeout at least 15 times now over a few years. They deserve a review. Some of the best carne chips I’ve ever had. The beans are always the tell of a place. They are almost always really flavorful, smooth and not tight or wet. Breakfast burritos are a bit different and I’m a fan. The hash browns and crema are now something I sometimes want in a breakfast burro. The house red salsa has a onion and garlic kick. So good. Staff is always friendly.“

“Buenas hamburguesas mmmmm“

“everytime i go to a jack in the box i ask them for a lot of ranch as much as they can give me and i always get 3-4 but at this one the cashier just knew i wanted ranch and gave me a total of 10 ranches best customer service ive ever had. also last night i came after the inside had closed and they took my order through the drive through and it was super fast and they were nice about it.“

“Love having them so close. Do take out few times a month at least. Great staff too“

“Really clean place!“

“Chicken sandwich it’s so good 😊“