50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in San Diego

“Very impressive Banh Mi sandwich here at Bale French Sandwiches! Their price is unbeatable, all the Banh mi are under $6.5, and their size aren’t too small. It’s like a 6 inch sandwich, perfect for one person. The sandwich has a lot of stuff inside, it’s filled with veggies and meat. I ordered a BBQ pork and a beef Banh mi, both are awesome. I highly recommend this place, plus their service is so friendly!“

“Located near a transit stop, this restaurant has great food and selections. All vegan fast food including the condiments with fast, friendly service. ♿ This place is up a set of stairs but also has a one wheelchair lift that does work. From there a ramp leads to the entrance. So this is accessible, including the bathrooms. Speaking of bathrooms, the men's room is well overdue for some deep cleaning of the urinal and two sinks, thus the 3 stars for atmosphere. While a bit smaller than others in the chain, it does have outdoor covered seating and is definitely worth a visit! There are CC or coin meters as well as a large parking garage about a block's walk away. They also have two child chairs. I do recommend this location, just be aware that parking can be a challenge and hopefully the bathrooms will get some well-deserved attention soon.

Wheelchair accessibility: To get here you'll need to take the chair lift first then a long ramp up to the entrance. Everything inside appears to be compliant.“

“I recently had the pleasure of visiting Elotè in Old Town, San Diego, and it was a wonderful experience!The freshly roasted corn was a culinary delight, bursting with flavors like crema, cotija cheese, Mexican spices, tajin, lime, and even topped with Cheetos for an extra crunch. The service was quick and friendly, and I appreciated learning about how the corn was made. I enjoyed it so much that I got an extra cup to go for my husband.The Old Town Urban Market nearby was also charming, with plenty of seating. I can't wait to revisit!“

“tenders are great ❤️ milkshake too“

“Great taste, great price!“

“Great conversation with the owner here today about how this style of food benefits our bodies and being a healthy option to cook at home. Very personable and relatable! I will be back“

“I like the idea of two lines outside taking orders. The choices of things on the menu are slim, which I find a good thing. I hate having to read a list of things that I really don't want. Just decide how many pieces of chicken you want and do you want the Cole slaw, that's it. The chicken is crisp like a good fried chicken should be, it's tender, and it's not dry. It truly is a good piece of chicken. The slaw is very good, and the fries are very good. The price is a victim of an unqualified governors policy. $18.00 for eight pieces. I remember when a 21-piece bucket of Kentucky chicken was five or six bucks. But the meal here was very good for one person. I plan to enjoy it for as long as they are in the state. And when they leave, I will probably be right behind them. Enjoy, they are a good meal.

Parking: Two lines. One on each side of car.

Wheelchair accessibility: It is wheelchair accessible“

“juicy burgers and great shakes“

“Such a great find! All plant-based foods, even the condiments. Order on one of the two touchscreens then a short wait until your order is called. We enjoyed the "Chicken Caesar Wrap" and their Super Food Salad. Both were outstanding. ♿ Plenty of parking with 2 HC spots. A dedicated area to order ahead and await delivery to your car. Small covered outdoor sitting area. Two restrooms just outside the mail entrance. This is going to be a regular stop for us. Highly recommended!!

Vegetarian options: Actually, this is all plant-based vegan!

Parking: Lots of spots here. Two handicap spaces, wheelchair accessible.“

“No customer service, seating is terrible, staff looks like that hate their jobs.
I ordered the new Korean chicken sandwich, it looked nothing like the picture featured on the advertisement.
Won’t be spending my hard earned money here, I wish it was different.
Do better, customer service is a big deal.“

“I recommend the cinamaple cone !“

“Big Cheech's offers some pretty good chicken tenders and waffles. The chicken is crispy on the outside and very tender on the inside. More importantly, the chicken's crust is very tasty.

The waffles are light and fluffy and have a light crispy crust. The tator tots were great, and the vanilla milkshake was fantastic. It was thick and rich.

Service at the counter was very good and polite. There's plenty of inside and outside seating.“

“My California burger was amazing! The bun was soft and buttery, the bacon was crispy and delicious, overall 110% satisfied! My husband got the veggie tots and he absolutely loved them, he doesnt even like mushrooms but he said they were great with the veggie combination. We are definitely be coming back! Highly recommend ??“

“todo super rico !! fresco y un sabor esquisito“

“The Double Double no onion please,“

“Awesome First time there and got a great recommendation“

“Really good Indian food and portions! Love that they have good specials when you order online. Got great value meal for 4 with 3 other dishes, naan, all within $100. The goat curry, veg makhani and lamb Rogan Josh were so delicious.
Will definitely order here again!“

“The food quality was exquisite and absolutely delicious. This is what true Southern Cali Mexican food should all taste like. And the hot sauces were fresh and flavorful. I will be coming back and making this a regular spot to get some good authentic San Diegan-Mexican food. I drove by this place on the regular but now its definitely on my food radar. To any reader I say this, Pull Up. Try it. You won't be disappointed.“

“Delicious! Fantastic burgers! Good milkshakes. Can’t go wrong with the Whitefield, Lewis, or my favorite, the Calvin.“

“Fast ………………………………………………,,“

“Small hole in the wall making amazing food!! The Fresca was amazing. Tried the pineapple and Jamaican… both so fresh tasting. Jamaican was made from fresh hibiscus flowers.Ordered a Mexican Hotdog and Torta.. both were amazing. The staff are so nice and the prices are fair. Don’t miss out, try this place today if you want a hotdog, torts, quesadilla tostado or nachos!!“

“I was needing a fast bite and decided to stop at this spot. I had the burrito combo, and the chicken was amazing. I appreciated the service and efficiency with which I was serviced. Ericka, the employee who served me, was really nice and pleasant, and she assisted me in determining what to order; I will definitely stop again! Thank you for this wonderful experience, Ericka!“

“me encanta todo fresco y preparado en el momento, los empleados muy amables y es un lugar muy limpio“

“I’m a rode biker and I ride all over San Diego but I never miss my weekly stop for a quick mocha to help me make it up another hill. Miriam and Q treat me like family. So glad that I found this little paradise in Sorrento Valley.“

“I’ll start off my review with saying great customer service . It shows the owner has put in a lot much of his/her time to train their employees properly . Every time I walk in I am always greeted and never rushed when ordering . I personally love there fruit waters and making my own chip bowl. All prices are decent and affordable so they fit everyones budget . It can get busy from time to time but totally worth the wait . I definitely recommend visiting this location to grab something for your sweet tooth or salty craving:) . Most importantly this location is always clean and sanitized ! You will never see a mess.“

“Always perfect burgers and fries at this location. Friendly and fun staff.“

“The young lady in the lot taking the orders on a 94 degree day was a true professional!“

“Love The Halal Shack!! Best middle eastern street food in all of San Diego! Better than Cava and Chicken Over Rice in my opinion ? would absolutely recommend. The staff are also great and the manager or shift lead on Thursday 4/18 was so kind“

“Food is amazing. It is also surprisingly cheaper than other places for such great quality food. They are fast and efficient. Oh and let's not forget about the 3×3 or 4×4 . Those burgers really fill you up. ?. This is one of my too go place for when I have no clue what I am craving and it always hits the spot.

Kid-friendliness: My toddlers loves going to in and out and it's always very welcoming for kids.“

“We were there on vacation a few weeks back stopped for lunch and was very happy with the food and service especially your server Valerie think her last name was Long. she was quick and polite. Another of times you go to a restaurant and don't even get a smile. Valerie was very kind and was very polite.“

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“It’s always good and fresh“

“Gracias excelente servicio“

“la calidad de sus ingredientes su forma de preparar el marinado a sus tiempos el estilo de pure sus salsa de la casa y sobre todo su atencion.saludos equipo hector mayra y carlos“

“Tried something new this time. Great food Awesome service. Will be back soon.“

“Everything was generally fine but we noticed several dirty tables. Usually the restaurants are very clean. It didn't seem so busy that it would be hard to quickly clean those off. The food was good and the staff was friendly and welcoming. There is plenty of parking, with at least two handicap spots not far from the front door that you can roll up to.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten and lactose free options are available.“

“The best there is! No doubt my favorite in the world.“

“Ok, many moons ago when I was visiting family, after a long day in OB, I was looking for a California Burrito that would blow my socks off. I asked 7 people during the day, and 4 of them recommended Ortiz’s. Best. Recommendation. Ever!!! When I moved back to San Diego several years later, I made a point to find a place to live where Ortiz’s would be easily accessible. Now, just because they have the best CA burrito in San Diego, doesn’t mean I’d keep going there over and over, every single week. No, this place is family owned and run, puts love in all the food they make, and puts a smile on anyone who visit’s face (oh, and the hot sauce is bonkers, too). Brothers Juan and Luis are always holding down the fort, and the rest of the Ortiz family and crew are making magic 6 days a week (on Sundays they rest ??). Thank you all, so much for all your awesomeness. If you’re reading this, map it out, stop at an atm and grab some cash for a tip, and head directly here for the best Mexican food and hospitality in SD.“

“Carnitas tacos are great here! I can only stop there if one of the rare street parking spots is open. I'm always happy to see a spot on my way home from Mission Point Park.

Parking: Just a few spots in front. There is a lot of foot traffic. I always stop if I can find parking...“

“IN N OUT Is a National Treasure. Not only do they believe CHIRST IS LORD, but they make the best most consistant burger in the known universe. Their employees are equal to their food being second to none. I am thankful to YAHWEH that they exist.“

“The burgers are awesome, had my first one 1/13 at Quigley’s, and can’t wait to eat it again. Faith of Quigley Fine Wines.“

“I’m writing this review to recognize the employee Emily working at Chick-fil-A this dinner time. although I was 15 minutes late to the restaurant which is completely my fault she was able to help me out getting my pick up order for me and not making a fuss at all. I can tell you guys worked very hard and I very much appreciate this. If you’re looking for an amazing Chick-fil-A this is the one.“

“I recently made a quick drive-thru run to this Wendy’s and it was such a smooth experience! Ordering was incredibly easy; and the staff was friendly and efficient.After placing my order, I drove up to the pick-up window, where I was pleasantly surprised to receive my food in less than 3 minutes! The speed at which they prepared my order was impressive.Overall, I left the drive-thru feeling satisfied and impressed by the excellent service. I will definitely be returning for more quick and delicious meals in the future!“

“Amazingly friendly staff. When you walk in, you immediately feel like family. There is so much variety. The #25 is amazing with it's fresh sliced avocado. The #45 is easily my favorite hot sandwich. There is always 2 new soups daily and all of them are absolutely delicious. Everything is fresh and fully customizable. The prices are easily justified when you consider just how big the portions are. The staff in general will always make you feel welcome. They are attentive to their customers and have a unique way of making a bad day a lot better. Highly recommend just for the atmosphere here.“

“Young Lady was extremely polite & helpful, helped me with the App., had 2 Famous Stars with Cheese

Kid-friendliness: Parents and family can Enjoy & Eat comfortably

Wheelchair accessibility: Plenty of room for wheelchair accessibility“

“Esmeralda assisted me with my pickup order and was extremely kind and personable to me and my daughter. She made sure I had all items listed in my order and asked if there was any other items that I needed to ensure I had the best meal experience possible. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Fast friendly service. Clean restrooms“

“The taco was amazing! Was enough meat to make two. The enchiladas were super tasty too. Food was served quick and hot. Im super happy with the price and the portions. We needed a little hot sauce for the enchiladas, but very very flavorful. Would definitely eat here again.“

“Best Ceviche around! Highly recommend! We had the ceviche especial !“

“It is in the food court of the 99 ranch market. To be honest my expectations were very little after reading the reviews but I really like it. Even though we were there around evening everything was fresh. We got sandwich, tenders and classic chicken wings. For me, now this restaurant is alternative to Dave’s hot chicken. It might be yours as well if you are looking especially for an halal option. Will definitely visit again!“