50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Rancho Santa Fe

“Where to start , their queso fundido is absolutely the best with flour tortillas great food , BIG portions! The molcajete you have to try!the mojitos , margaritas are great! So many drinks to choose from. Costumer service is the best. Love that the waiters are always attentive. & we can't forget about how clean & nice the place is.“

“If you're searching for a dining experience that feels like coming home, look no further than Mi Ranchito. From the moment you step through the door, you're welcomed with open arms and a heartfelt "welcome home" from the owner, Maurice! His warm and friendly spirit sets the tone for an unforgettable meal.We had the pleasure of trying the chicken quesadilla, the fan favorite #3 lobster burrito, and the fish taco, and each bite was a delightful explosion of flavor. The food is not only delicious but generously portioned, ensuring you leave satisfied. With an extensive list of seafood options, there's something to please every palate.But what truly sets this place apart is the genuine care and attention to detail provided by Maurice and his team. It's evident that they are passionate about creating a pleasant and enjoyable experience for every guest!!! My family of 3 loved this place and will definitely be coming back!Vegetarian options: There are various vegetarian burrito options!“

“Wow! This place is fantastic! The atmosphere is the perfect combination of beach casual, family friendly and still conveys that you are in for a treat. Fast and very friendly service made us feel right at home. Great drink selection both nonalcoholic and alcoholic. Now onto the tacos, I can't wait to go back! The grass-fed beef taco is heavenly perfection. Tender beef and so flavorful with the caramelized onions and cream making a magical sauce. The Cousteau fish taco was so fresh with the mango and cilantro adding to the simple and yet delicious taco. We saw a couple other menu items come out of the kitchen when we were there and I can't wait to try them all! Allergy and dietary concerns friendly for all. Parking lot in the back. Enjoy!“

“I went at a good time 11am before the crowds. Tried the carne asada taco and al pastor taco. The tortillas are sure fresh and tasty. I preferred the al pastor. The 2.Salsas I tried the hot and dark, which I think was Chipotle were just ok. They serve beer too. Just go!“

“I’ve been coming here since the beginning and will never get tired of their of food. It’s so good and the selection is great to choose from. They have a big menu with all my favorites like the burritos and pambazo. All vegan too so this place is home for me. I recommend to all Mexican food lovers out there.“

“Great burritos. I tried La Bombs the tri-tip breakfast burrito and the Grand slam. Both burritos were great and reasonably priced. The service was great. The location is a little hard to find but has plenty of parking. Give Sam's a try for a breakfast burrito served all day.“

“Everything on the Menu is delicious. All of their Margarita's are amazing.The General Manager Gilbert Gastelum was very personable and even took a selfie with us. Our waiter Jos exceeded in Customer's Service and was very attentive. **Update** Friday, 04/27/2024. We came with a friend for Happy Hour and we had a great time. Eloy and Shannon, both waiters, were super friendly and made us feel very welcomed. They made our time here very pleasant. Thank you. We will be back soon.“

“Love SoN's! First time at this location, sat at the bar for drinks and dinner. Service was good and drinks were tasty!! Birria Enchilda's were good with egg on top but birria tacos probably would've been better to not over power the dish. El Mercado Salad with grilled chicken was fantastic if you're wanting something on the lighter side.We'll for sure be back.“

“Had a late night bite to eat. The staff was extremely friendly and polite, even though we were so close to closing time. The tacos were amazing. I wish we could've tried them all. The guacamole salt and lime was hands down the best guac ever. The homemade tortilla chips were top-notch. Kuty's churros are heavenly and highly recommended.“

“Came for a weekday lunch and had the B-appled panini which includes the pasta salad for $13. Prices are fair. Outdoor seating is picnic table style. The wait staff are fantastic! Came to ask if we needed the heater on, how the food was, and read my mind that I needed a to go box.I lost or dropped my valuable there and went to retrieve it the next day with everything in tact. Super appreciate the honesty and integrity of the staff and patrons here! Would love to come back for breakfast sometime.“

“I didn’t expect much but was surprised to get the tastiest food I ever ate in Mexican place. I suppose it was because the Taco Oasis shack was a first for me,beng used to restaurants, but those people know how to prepare the most tasty tacos I’ve ever eaten. They also add avocado no extra charge. Carne Asada Taco only $3.50 each. What a deal!“

“Been coming here since high school (15+ years now). Even though the name got an update, the food is just as good as always. I’ve been getting the Justin burrito every time and it never disappoints. Plus, the people there are awesome (especially Pavlos himself ??)“

“Gabriella and Lorina are the absolute best. We were visiting from out of town and where we live. We cannot find birrieria tacos with Consume. When I called they were very friendly. So full of information and when I got there. They were so extremely kind. I was over the top excited and that did not faze them lol We also got beans and rice with them. And I'm not kidding. I'm a talker and I did not say a word while eating. I made tons of noisesthough lol If your reading this review I would travel out of state to come here. Great food, great presentation and actually a large amount. I was extremely pleased. And I am going back and again. I don't live in that town or city at all. I have to travel almost 3 hours to get there and I'm going to do that.“

“I love their cute little outdoor seating area. The service was really good. I liked the food, but the flour tortillas weren't exactly what I was hoping for. I'm not sure if they're homemade or not, but I always look for really good flour tortillas.“

“Tamarindo a MUST when you are visiting Del Mar! Outstanding views, food, cocktails, and SERVICE! We sat at the bar and were hosted by Kelsie and Michelle. These two young ladies were courteous, friendly and efficient! I have dined around San Diego for 20 years and what will always get me to return is good quality service. Thank you Kelsie and Michelle for making our first visit to Tamarindo so special! We will be back very soon.“

“Tucked away in an unassuming strip mall off the 101 is one of San Diego’s culinary jewels. A refreshing take on coastal Mexican set in a tastefully brooding atmosphere.Multidimensional, refreshing and just plain delicious this is a worthy contender for any Friday or Saturday night.Simply put, come and eat. It wont disappoint.“

“My lunchtime experience at Que Tortas! left me thoroughly impressed with their delicious tortas and excellent service. Here's a detailed review of my visit:Arriving at Que Tortas!, I found parking to be a breeze, making the start of my dining experience hassle-free. The small, clean shop has a very welcoming atmosphere, although the loud blender added a touch of humor to the ambiance.The customer service was exceptional, with the staff displaying friendliness and efficiency from the moment I walked in. My order was taken promptly and accurately, and I was delighted to find that my torta was ready in less than 10 minutes. The staff delivered our order to our table with a smile, enhancing the overall dining experience.Now, onto the star of the show – the "QUE TORTA!" torta. Despite initial concerns about the bread size in the pictures, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the torta was generously filled, with just the right amount of bread to complement the fillings. The torta bread itself was a highlight, striking the perfect balance between softness and crunch, thanks to its slightly toasted exterior. The combination of ham, veggies, and sauce mixed together perfectly. I devoured the torta without pausing for anything else, thoroughly enjoying every moment.In conclusion, Que Tortas! offers a delightful dining experience with their delicious tortas and friendly service. The deceptive pictures may suggest otherwise, but rest assured, the tortas are generously filled and bursting with flavor. I, for one, am already planning my return visit to indulge in more of these irresistible tortas.“

“Nice casual place. Order at the front and they bring your food on your table. I had their carnitas with meal. Delicious. Very busy during weekends. Lots of takeout waiting. Take advantage of their daily happy hour. Great staff. Super friendly. Good selections of desserts.Cheers“

“The meat of the Adobada was .... *Chefs kiss* ? fatty, flavorful, everything you would want. The carne asada also was good. For anyone on a low carb diet, like myself, ask for half Adobada and half carne asada, no fries but with everything else. Grab some grilled onions and jalapeños and throw those on top with some radish and lime and their red and green salsas.... You will not be disappointed. A TON of food for $16 total. Worth every penny with that flavor and I was stuffed... I would've liked green onions but tbh the ones they had were fine.“

“Don Lucio's II Taco Shop has been at this location since the 90s and my family has come here for delicious Mexican food ever since. I like that it's family run. While I was waiting on my food, the owner was proudly showing a patron pictures of his grandkids. I love this place for the good food, reasonable prices, and ownership. Glad it's here.“

“Ive had birria at ed Fernandez and this place is just as good if not better than it. Tried the quesobirria and birria taco which were delicious. The birria nachos were the thing that blew me away though. The chips tasted fresh delicious and homemade. It was sooo unexpectedly delicious. I would drive up 20 mins to get the birria nachos or anytime i need a birria fix. Its a food truck but there are some tables set up outside.“

“We live in fallbrook but, my daughter works in Escondido so when I picked her up we looked for a place to eat and, we found this place and we decided to go in there because I was very hungry and, let me tell you the food was great and so was the service, I will definitely go back and recommend this place, I’m giving a 5 star because they have this salsa bar and they had my favorite salsa macha yummy“

“Very solid place to get a breakfast burrito. I ordered the steak and egg and my partner got the chorizo breakfast burrito before a flight. Had good portions of steak and the salsas tasted great as well, no complaints on the food. Free parking available in front.“

“This is an innovative gourmet taco shop with a lovely atmosphere, and a living-room like area with chairs and a sofas facing the bar. It is the sister restaurant of the Michelin-noted Lola 55 in downtown San Diego. Every taco is assempled with care, with some unusual pairings, and photo-ready. The margaritas are zesty and unique, with black salt (?) on the rim. And I had attentive service, including from the owner. I only wish they had more things on their menu, but have liked everything I have had.“

“Great Mexican spot! The food is really good and the portions are a very good amount.The selection of Aguas Frescas is great and they have seating inside and outside along with warmers so late-night tacos will be comfortable.Parking: Only street parking which is plenty depending on the time.“

“My papa loca, relleña con adobado plus avocado was delish. You choose your protein. It was hot when I received it. Had a good fight with the melted cheese. I won. It looked so good, I forgot to take the picture before diving into it. Lol.Vegetarian options: As long as no meat is added, it's vegetarian.“

“Used to go there when it was Diegos. Juniors is on par. Been there a few times before reviewing. Needs a face-lift, but the food is good and staff is friendly. Cali burrito has potatoes instead of fries. Big plus. Carne Asada and Carnitas burritos are both great and huge. No beans or rice fillers either. Even the rolled tacos are filling.“

“Came here with some girlfriends for the first time and after years of hearing the rave reviews, I got to experience it myself. The service was amazing, all the gentlemen at the counter were very pleasant and happy to help. I ordered chicken enchiladas with green sauce. They were amazing!!! I haven't found them this good anywhere else locally. The salsas that came out with the chips were both very very good. Will be back very soon.“

“Great little retail center Mexican restaurant. Lots of attentive employees run this popular SoCal Mexican "standards" restaurant. I had the breakfast burrito with Chorizo - a solid BB. Salsa bar seems to feature house made salsas of all different colors and 'picanteness.“

“I dropped off my phone to get the battery replaced and saw this place close by. The person at the register greeted me as I walked in, and there were a couple of customers in front of me. There is an extensive menu with regular taco shop items but also some other meats available like lengua and cabeza. I always go for the carne asada when I go some place new, ' cause they have to get that right! After paying the cashier, he recommended some fresh chips and salsa while I waited. I was excited to see there was a fresh salsa bar with not only varying degrees of spicy salsa, but spicy carrots, onions, and pico de gallo too. I grabbed a couple of carrots and put some tomato and spicy salsa on my chips....oh so fresh! My burrito came out hot with a warm tortilla and was so good too! I was three bites in before I remembered my salsa! Definitely going back. The burrito was about $11 and the chips and salsa were free.“

“Went after a morning workout. Had 3 fish tacos and a horchata fountain drink for about $7. Yes, the fish tacos are advertised at $1.19 each, very good portions with the choice of corn or flour tortillas, but didn't find them very tasty. An orange-colored salsa and pickled carrots from the complementary salsa bar helped a bit. The spot seems to be best suited for drinks at night, per the music played and full bar at this place. Would go back then or to try other food.“

“What a gem to find in North County! I was so hungry that I forgot to take any photos, but everything was OUTSTANDING! We got a chicken combo, flautas, and chicken nachos... we have an over-ordering problem, but leftovers are sometimes even better! Quick service, and I'm never mad about having a beer while I wait for my food. Such a cute spot!“

“The food was absolutely delicious, you can't find better taco's outside of Mexico! The Adobada taco's were my favorite, so juicy and fully loaded!Parking: Taco's Asadero is located in a shopping center so there is plenty of parking.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to access with wheelchair.“

“Typical looking Mexican Food dine-in/take-out restaurant, but their food is far from typical. I've lived in SoCal the majority of my life and this place, hands down, has THE best burritos in all of SoCal. Their Pac Man fries are bomb as well as their quesadillas.Normally I get a Pollo asada or a CA burrito. The flavors and size are . I've shared the bacon wrapped burrito and that was amazing as well. Also, their carne asada is edible and good. So many places have chewy meat that I don't normally order anything with carne adasa, but Sayulitas changed the game for me.The prices are a little high, but what prices aren't these days? With Sayulitas, it's still a good deal since you could probably get 2 to 3 meals out of one burrito if you have self-control.The restaurant is owned by a couple that is Filipino and the other is Mexican so there is a fusion with the food. There are burritos with lumpia, tocino in their Pac Man fries, and longonisa in some other dish.Try this place out if you want excellent food! Highly recommend ?“

“This place has totally transformed and they serve really great food (the food has always been amazing but the ambiance is event better now)! We’ve had salads, corn, wings, burgers and sandwiches! We’ve brought our kids during the day, and it’s totally kid friendly. The owner, Pete, has been wonderful to us…we’ll keep on going for sure!“

“First time here. Recommended by a friend. The wait to be seated was quick. Friendly people greeted us. Waitress was super friendly m food was really good . I had the 2 item combo with enchilada and tostada. Both delicious. Generous portions! The beans and rice, which I couldn't finish, were taken home to enjoy the next day. I usually leave my beans and rice at other places because the are ehhh. These beans and rice were delicious! The decor was fun too! Definitely going back!Parking: Small lot but not hard to find a space.Wheelchair accessibility: Roll right on in!“

“The best fish tacos! Double wrapped soft tortillas so they don't sock through like so many other tacos! Fresh lime wedge and tasty sauce with cabbage. Big portions too, not some dinky little taco. Fresh salsas too. Price is the best anywhere! Cheaper than Mexico!“

“I've been coming to Raul's since I lived down the street from them as a child, I've moved away since then, but I make it a point to have lunch here whenever I find myself near Encinitas.Their beef taquitos with cheese and guacamole are my ultimate comfort food and taste the same as they did over 20 years ago - delicious and crispy.“

“The food here is good and consistent. The service varies a bit but generally friendly wait staff along with plenty of traditional ambiance. I'd say it's good and the portions are certainly worthy of the prices. We go here one to two times per month.“

“We picked up some pretty tasty food from here and watching the lady make blue corn tortillas was a highlight for my son. Many of the chips were stuck together, making them unpleasant to handle and difficult to eat, unfortunately. The chicken for our fajitas were quite dry, but the rest of our food was tasty. Their carnitas are a bit too sweet for our liking, but mild so good for young children (or adults) who don't enjoy spice food. The burritos we got here were all wet so they're not ones you pick up with your hands to eat. The service is accommodating and courteous here and I'd love to try more dishes if we're in town again.“

“Opted for Fidel’s because it was within walking distance of where we were staying. For 3 of us: dinner plates (plus 1 Margarita) & tip was just over $100. Being from Northern CA, we knew eating out anywhere in this region was going to be costly. BUT, we were blown away by the flavor and cook of our meals. My husband had Chile Verde; done in a way we’ve never seen before - so delicious and fresh. Also had the carnitas; came in large chunks of meat with sliced onion and cilantro - perfect. Awesome flour tortillas. Our Server and all other Staff were extremely friendly and food was served rather quickly (we went for a “late” dinner at about 7:30pm).“

“Wasn't planning on coming here originally but found this place on Google maps. Immediately walking inside I noticed the cleanliness and the simple layout of the Market. The cashier was very nice along with the crew in the kitchen. I ordered a asada burrito with 3 birria tacos. Waiting for the food, I appreciated the organized placement of goods for sale and the location of the kitchen and seating area. The food was great and the service was professional. Will be back. 5 out of 5.Parking: There are a few spots up front but if they are all taken you can park a little further out by the oil change building.“

“Great food for the price, good service, nice relaxed atmosphere. If you dine in, they bring you chips & salsa, and sauces for your food, so don't bother with the salsa bar unless you're doing take-out.Parking: Shared mall parking, with 5-6 spots in front of the restaurant reserved for restaurant guests.“

“I have been coming here for 12+ years, and have never been disappointed. They make you feel like family as soon as you walk in, and I appreciate that so much. I know its been a while, but they did move locations, one shop over and its bigger and the inside is beautiful and welcoming and you can smell the amazing food being prepared as you are walking through the doors. We travel from Lakeside just to get the food here, and will continue to do so!“

“This is the BEST place ever!! We LOVE eating here. The owners are amazing. The food is the best you can get. The service is out of this world. I buy gift cards for this place for all of my kids' teachers, and many of them have said it's their favorite gift ever. Seriously, Lola's is legit. Eat here. Order the guacamole. You'll thank me.“

“The torta is excellent. The pollo asado has great flavor. I really enjoyed the rice and beans as well. It’s a cozy hole in the wall spot that is putting love into their food. Will be returning, especially since it’s within walking distance to my house! I gave it 5 stars across the board because it’s hitting the marks for what you’d want from a local taco shop.Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs, plenty of space for a wheelchair, and accessible from sidewalk that has curb cuts.“

“90% of the time the food is great. Oftentimes, the breakfast burrito potatoes are undercooked. And they always burn the eggs. But the hot sauce definitely makes up for it. I think they have the best hot sauce in town. The prices have gone up considerably recently but I still go here once a week.“

“We had dinner at Cocina De Barrio. The ambience is very lively and loud but one would expect that from most restaurants. What was not expected was the cuisine. I use the word cuisine because the food is amazing. The presentation and preparation remind me of some Michelin star restaurants I've been to in San Diego. The staff is very knowledgeable regarding all the menu items and the many bar offerings. The staff was also very attentive without being overbearing. I'm still thinking about the guacamole dip made at our table. I highly recommend eating here. I know we will be back soon.“

“We had shrimp tacos, steak burrito and cheese quesadillas.My husband inhaled his burrito and the green salsa he got with it, it was that good.And I, well.., I know I maybe shouldn’t make that public but I licked the paper the taco came on ? our toddler ate the entire quesadilla plus my cucumbers. great service, chill atmosphere, good music & fantastic food ???No pictures cause we ate too fast ?“

“Literally the best tacos in all of north county!! Al Pastor and shrimp are a family favorite. The tacos here are succulent, juicy and packed with flavor! I've told all my friends, co workers and family about this place and they all love it also.“