El Costeño Mexican Food
3690 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego
(619) 389-5331
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Absolutely amazing experience! The Mexican food here is flavorful, authentic, and served in generous portions — definitely worth the money. Every dish tasted fresh and full of bold flavors that truly stood out. On top of that, the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and made the whole visit feel extra special. Great food, great value, and outstanding service — highly recommend! 🌮🌯🥑
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
When I came to order the lady didn’t understand the menu had no prices and that the tv screens she pointed to twice were off. Then when I tried to order a simple burrito that was on the menu she said it doesn’t exist any more and that I should order the Rockerfeller. I can’t eat shrimp and that burrito has shrimp and she told me 4 times to order the Rockerfeller because I might like it. This was after I already told her I can’t eat shrimp. It was just a weird interaction. Nobody got heated. It was all pretty cordial. Just weird. Well in the end she put in an order for the burrito I came there for. She seemed very frustrated that I didn’t get the Rockerfeller and then a couple times she was telling me the prices they pay to buy meat every week. I didn’t understand why at any point of what should have been a simple interaction she was telling me that non-interesting fact but I just had to stand there and take it. Again, aside from seeing some unknown frustration on her end it was all pretty cordial just really weird.
Well needless to say, I don’t know if I’m going to actually consume my burrito after that interaction.
But I do suggest everyone that reads this please order a Mariachi burrito and just get ready for a unique interaction that will live in your mind rent free for the following week or two afterwards. I really can’t explain why this lady insisted on me ordering a burrito I can’t enjoy. I don’t think she wants me to die because of my allergy to shrimp. I just feel there is something else going on that we need to figure out.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Food was very good, how ever the lady that took our order was extremely rude and nasty for no reason. Been wanting to try this place for a while but will not be back because of this woman’s awful attitude.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
I ordered a chimmichanga,and i was very late picking it up and it had became soggy. The kind woman behind the counter not only refried it, but she went one step further and recommended the carne asada. Let me tell you it was the best chimmichanga i have ever had. I'm a semi truck driver and I've had chimmichangas in multiple states. This by far beats the rest!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really like the Rockefeller burrito - it's a delicious and really unique burrito; you'd be hard-pressed to find that combination elsewhere!
Food is ok, but the girl receptionist is rude
Lousy service, the grumpy receptionist, I do not recommend!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Food is ok but the cashier she has a bad attitude no person skill at all
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
My family of four had a nice meal. I had the crispiest battered fish ever in my tacos. Fresh veggies, fresh meat, salted perfectly, perfectly balanced, and full of flavor; the chips and salsa, tacos, chimichanga, quesadillas and taquitos were all good. The red salsa was hot, maybe 7-10x spicier than Sriracha. The green salsa was mild.
We’re here on vacation, and we will be sure to come again before we leave. I got to know Juana, the owner’s mother; she explained to me their system of making fresh food. And the proof is in the…beans. I tolerate beans usually, but I actually enjoyed them here. They took over the business three years ago, and I love what they’re doing. It’s not a fine dining experience, it’s the best $10-20 per person that I’ve spent in a long time.
Also, not everyone is an extrovert, take it easy on the staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I come here multiple times a week for a breakfast burrito on my lunch break. It is always delicious, super fast, and the staff is incredibly kind.
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I ordered 8 burritos for a company meeting. To say these burritos were delicious would be an understatement. Everyone asked where they were from which is a good sign.
The staff was very helpful when I called and when I arrived to pick up the order. I work very close to this location and never thought to go there for burritos. I’m so glad I was able to find them.
The order was a little bit challenging to pick up and the staff was prompt to offer to help me bring it to my car. I highly recommend you go to this location if you need good authentic Mexican food. I can’t wait to go back.
The atmosphere is not the best because it’s at a gas station and a car wash, but they have made the best of it with the seating area which has tucked away.
The girl working here on 5/28/25 was so rude ordered two burritos and just didn’t have basic customer service skills, almost like she hated her job and was taking it out on customers. Wont be coming back
Such a great Mexican hole in the wall. The service was excellent. They gave our 2 year old a taste of the drinks before purchase. Outdoor seating only but plenty. Very tasty food!
Great service. Really nice guy. The food was great too.
Food was delicious and service was great 👍
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