Restaurants in San Marcos

“A gem ?! What a great European coffee shop in San Marcos ! Great drinks ☕️, food and service by very nice ladies! I had a crème brûlée ? croissant ? and a tuna wrap - delicious ?”

“If you're craving a warm, comforting bowl of pho, Pho San Marcos is a must-try! The cozy, casual vibe makes it perfect for any occasion, and the service is friendly and welcoming. The pho broth is rich and flavorful, and the beef is tender and cooked just right. The fresh herbs and lime add a nice touch of brightness. For spice lovers, there’s chili paste and hoisin sauce to kick it up. With a variety of other tasty options like spring rolls and banh mi, Pho San Marcos is a top choice for a satisfying, authentic pho experience. Definitely worth a visit!”

“During our unforgettable 40th wedding anniversary weekend getaway in San Diego, we stumbled upon an absolute gem – O Prego! My beloved husband, Joaquim, who hails from Portugal 🇵🇹, had an insatiable craving for a taste of his homeland. Fortunately, fate led us to this remarkable Portuguese market. Our visit, accompanied by our sons, was a delightful detour on our way to Las Vegas. The true highlight of our experience was meeting the owner, Joao, who personified warmth and hospitality. He generously shared his deep knowledge of Portuguese cuisine and culture, engaging us in an enriching conversation. Our enthusiasm for O Prego's offerings knew no bounds. We couldn't resist filling our shopping cart with an array of delectable products. But the best part is that our Portuguese culinary journey doesn't end here; we're thrilled to continue savoring their delicious foods and products through their online store. The selection at O Prego is nothing short of fantastic, a treasure trove of Portuguese delights. This serendipitous stop on our journey added an extra layer of joy to our 40th-anniversary celebration. We're elated that we made this pitstop before embarking on our journey back home. O Prego, you've won our hearts and taste buds! 🇵🇹❤️🍽️”

“This place can really make you phatt... ? Why, because you just can't stop eating these cookies. You bring home some fancy cookies for the kids and you think to yourself I'll just break off a piece and try it, a little later maybe another, then another, and another, and another, well there is just a little piece left might as well finish it.

These cookies are more of a cookie dough texture and taste, so if you don't like cookie dough you may not like these.”

“Best pizza I've had in a long time. Crust is perfectly made the way I like, crisp on the bottom, but not all the way through, I have tried most of their selections. It's hard to pick just one, so I get a whole pizza and some slices to get the full experience.”

“Birria Tacos are fantastic! Location fresh & lively and beers plentiful and delicious.”

“Steak and ribs are off the hook (taste good)”

“We have driven passed this place for 20 years and never stopped because the location is kinda weird and the outside doesn’t look very appealing.
Well we are KICKING OURSELVES for not stopping sooner!!! We finally decided to give it a try and it is DELICIOUS! Everything is so fresh and tasty. All the staff is also very friendly and welcoming.
Not much sitting inside though, it’s kinda small and the place was packed both times we stopped by.
It’s definitely worth the crowd though. Delicious food, friendly staff and very reasonably priced.”

“I have been coming here for 45 years and it the best Italian good place around. The three sisters that run it are amazing women that take pride in their work always so uplifting and with a smile on there faces. If you haven’t tried this place what are you waiting for. Get in there and taste everything they have to offer you can’t go wrong with anything you order. And with plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day😀”

“The food is truly delicious well worth going to ! The atmosphere is very nice great for a date, or family night out. Definitely will be coming back quite a bit.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy wheelchair access and plenty of room for a wheelchair at the table”

“Great place to meet friends, hang out, and chat. I get a boba after dinner before going out sometimes. I'm not a boba snob, but I like what I've had so far.”

“Ramen Mik had exceptional service. They always greet you with a smile they always walk through your table. They’ve been very kind and are always eager to give their suggestions and their favorite plates.

Their chicken broth ramen is delicious and I enjoy their chicken teriyaki is great I recommend getting it hot as it does bring out more of the flavors it is the right amount of heat. Their dark beer is good too if you like malt flavor.

Plenty of parking and they have pretty generous hours operating half day on holidays always a great place to stop by for a quick bite.”

“Great food, reasonable prices 🤗”

“Have always had a great experience at The Money Pit; except for today (10/28/24). My wife and I stopped for lunch and ordered 2 hamburgers, 1 fry, and 2 drinks. At the time of ordering your employee gave me a to-go carrier for the two drinks, and I told her that we were eating at the Money Pit. She gave me two cups for the drinks. I paid the bill of $20.04 with cash, and she gave me my change. She seemed very put out that I was not taking the drinks and food out. Anyway, when they brought the meal, there were 3 hamburgers, not 2. I said I ordered 2 and she basically told me I was lying and walked away. If you get a server about 30-35 years old, 5'4" tall, with glasses at the Money Pit expect to be treated in a rude matter. Never happened to me in the past (over 10 years of eating there), and I hope you don't have to deal with this employee.”

“starting from the service 🙌 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ el jugo de tamarindo hecho fresco por ellos on point 👌 👏 😍 👍 y las quesa birrias OMG fuera de este mundo 20 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💯🎯my new favorite spot .I am Puertorican and this Mexican food restaurant is a must must must visit....”

“We stopped at shanty’s and ordered some drinks and had to try the food. ❤️❤️❤️”

“One of the best Indian food around the area . Food has rich flavors and outstanding taste.”

“Food was excellent and service was great!!,..will be back!”

“The marcos and baked crawfish rolls were bomb👍👍👍”

“yellowtail roll is amazing!”

“Best Indian food and friendly service!”

“This is such a beautiful restaurant. The water scenery is beautiful. Food is delicious, the atmosphere was so cozy and chill. It was worth it to go there. Whenever I am back in California I am going back again.”

“Just saw some jabroni asking question to a cashier that was clearly on her lunch time. And she stopes to help. 5 star service 1 star costumer. Sometimes people lack common sense.”

“The portions are huge! The food taste awesome, and they gave a great happy hour special for $7.99! Comes with 3 tacos, rice, beans and a beer! Great customer service and their salsas are ???”

“First time here. I’ve heard how great it was. Service was great. Food came in timely manor. And they sell homemade pies. Mmm”

“We love our neighborhood go to spot for excellent wine and beer choices and perfect bistro food: salads, small plates, flat breads and out of this world cheese boards. Lucky to have so close and with such friendly staff!”

“🙂👍 Tony is awesome!”

“Great small brewery! Very friendly owners who provide great customer service and offer a welcoming atmosphere. There are many really good beers here, but the strong blonde ale is fantastic.

This brewery is more tucked away on a back Vista road, but it's worth finding your way here. The tasting room bay widows open up, and it's a perfect place to sit while the sun is out and enjoy the amazing weather.

There are often food trucks here while you can grab some food while you enjoy your beer.”

“We love Shores. With football now starting, it is not so great. It is known as a Packers bar. Today there were 6 Packers fan and the rest of the other team fans had to listen to the loud Packers game. Also, one bartender saved seats for over 2 hours for people who didn't show up. That is not right for everyone who shiftwd seats to accommodate the regular guests. Not "shore" if we'll be back during football. I hope Pete figures it out.”

“Today was our first time visiting, and to be perfectly honest, this will be our new go to for sushi, even though we live in Ramona. Everything from the appetizers to the drinks and service was great. It seems like it would be a great spot for game or fight nights as well!”

“The food was terrific, came out quickly and the staff was friendly. Nice experience.”

“One of the best Chinese restaurants in the area the best in San Marcos.. my only disappointment is the wonton soup here on the west coast!! Back on the east coast the wonton noodles are large and very doughy here the are small and soft. Hard large wonton noodles in my soup. Still the best I have found other then Philadelphia and New York Chinese restaurants.”

“Family friendly. Dog friendly. Nice patio. Mimosas. Biscuits and gravy. Corn beef hash. Chocolate chip pancakes. Rueben sandwich.”

“Great place to eat and drink a beer!!.. 💕👍😉”

“The staff were very friendly, they treated my associate and his brother with a respectable customer service. The energy of this establishment. It’s Amazing. We strongly recommend. The good was also great .

We recommend the chicken chow mein . 🍲”

“The bbq burger was the best hamburger I have ever eaten! All the food was great and service too!”

“OMG these shrimp tacos were so good. Thank hod I found a place I can go and eat some delicious seafood. The consomé they have me even before we got our food had so much flavor. My husband had fish tacos which he loved but he love the 7 seas soup. I totally recommend this place to anybody as it was recommended to me.”

“We come here a lot. It’s a go to every time we have company from out of town that like seafood. Very good service too.”

“Incredible food and service. Pricey, but worth it!”

“Best pasta west of the Mississippi”

“Great value. GreaT service. The owners are great. Always pack your container. They are fast and friendly. Been coming here for years since they first opened. Quality hasn’t dropped over all this time. can’t say enough good things. it’s very clean inside too.”

“great smores and also a strawberry and nutella crepe today. great size. flavor on both. will be back for sure.”

“This is such a beautiful restaurant. The water scenery is beautiful. Food is delicious, the atmosphere was so cozy and chill. It was worth it to go there. Whenever I am back in California I am going back again.”

“Was relaxing. Couple of issues. Either water pressure was low or it’s a water saving measure. Outlets at night stands were inoperative. Toilet seat hinge broken. No lighting at bathroom mirror was dim from overhead light. But still nice would return. Nitpicking only. I’m easy. Oh yeah I got a great price.”

“The food is good. Ordered Drunken noodles, I would have preferred them a little more spicy. Some places ask for the level of spiciness, this one didn't. Also there's no atmosphere, it's lonely. Very quiet. Looks like they have good drinks but didn't ordered any this time.”

“As always, Oscar's is the fastest quality service with the recognition that you have more important work to do than waiting and burning gas. A true commitment and respect to customers looking for a flavorful quick bite.”

“This was my second trip to Albertacos. The service was above average with employees that are friendly and helpful. Special orders are no problem, and the food was delicious, but smaller portions than average for the burritos (SoCal is spoiled with so many places serving burritos bigger than my arm), and its pretty much average taco shop atmosphere, but I must say it appears to be VERY CLEAN. Overall, I think it is above average with the downfall being the portion sizes. Hope this helps.”

“esta muy rica la comida y muy bien atendidos”

“I got chilaquiles, my expectations were not high but I was surprised at how delicious and generous the portions. The service wasn't great but it was 4am so I can't really complain.”

“I have to say that every time I come lately to this McDonald's either if I place my order inside or do a mobile order there is this kid with curly hair I don't know his name but he is just amazing he goes above and beyond to make sure that we have our order right and everything that we need. So thank you McDonald's for having such a wonderful employee”

“So glad to have a Handel’s in the neighborhood! Nice little courtyard to sit and enjoy the ice cream, and I appreciated the code to scan to see the current menu because the screens inside the window were a little hard to see. We will be back frequently!”

“excellent as always !

when i say always, i mean ALWAYS

thank you, sub-marine ! you’re doing charity work for my tastebuds”

“I haven’t had sushi this fresh in years, and it tastes absolutely delicious! The flavors are incredibly vibrant, and every bite just melts in my mouth. Sometimes, sushi can be overpriced, but here, everything is just right—the quality, the service, and the price all come together perfectly. It’s definitely a place worth coming back to!”

“delicious ice cream, great location! Perfect local spot …”

“Tokwa Sisig,Kalderata and HALO HALO yummy better than Red ribbon and Chowking! You will be so satisfied and will definitely go back to taste all their recipes”

“Love this place! Very clean and great customer service! :)”

“very food”

“Hands down the best persian food in the city. Everything is spectacular and the service is top notch”

“Love love this place! Catfish is fire!!!”

“Great job Sabrina monitoring your dining room and immediately notifying the manager of the idiots shamelessly vaping ! This young lady is manager material for sure! She is very efficient and follows the in and out standards to the T!”

“Love the atmosphere and the Foundation mead.”

“Great pizza and the owners are wonderful caring people.”

“Perfect, amazing and always awesome. Fast service, nice staff and great food!”

“I love the food and service but when I come here for lunch the music is a little intense. It’s the really hardcore edm. I like edm but when I’m eating lunch I just want to relax. It’s something I would listen to at a rave or festival and that’s all good, just not in this setting.”

“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.”

“Loved this hidden gem. We’ll be back! Everything including wine was delicious. 🥰🙏🏼”

“spring rolls, pot stickers, green curry, spicy fried rice. Everything I have tried I like. Fast friendly service.”

“First time here. Great food! Really tasty marinade on the meat, really delicious bread, and yummy veggies. The older man working at the counter was really sweet and kind. 😊 The sandwiches could use a bit more meat in them, as it was a little thin- but other than that, everything was great! Highly recommended. 🙌🏻”

“absolutely delish yummmmm”

“The cookies were great, and the brown sugar butterscotch is an absolute must try! The cookies were more on the crunchy side than the fudgey side but still delicious”

“good sushi, and the teriyaki samon is delicious.”

“I LOVE this place, everytime I order here I’m never disappointed. The food is wonderful and the staff is so polite and friendly, great customer service as well. I recommend this to anyone looking for a good sushi joint.”

“The young ladies that are usually working there are quite friendly and always make our orders perfectly. The smoothies and bowls are excellent and if you can’t find something for you on their menu then you probably can’t find anything anywhere! The shop is usually clean and tidy, which, in addition to the food/drink, makes it a nice place to hang, which my son and I will usually do when we get one of their bowls. Our favorite smoothie shop, hands down.”

“Love my baristas here!!! For such a tiny store, it has HUGE personality and great customer service.”

“Love everthing especially the food”

“Delicious Thai food small family business with great food and friendly staff.”

“Get the pastrami with extra secret sauce, it’ll bring heaven to earth every bite you take. Grab a cookie and let the party keep going. Don’t bother counting “carbs”, they won’t count when you find yourself dancing away at life. Totally evens everything out 💃 💃 😏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍”

“The number 2 Special. Beef and bean burrito with three rolled tacos and guacamole with choice of drink. Best in town!”

“Compadres Chicken is an absolute gem! My coworker and I go there on our lunch break all the time, and we’re totally hooked on their chicken quesadillas. Hands down, the best chicken I’ve ever had—the flavor is incredible, and it’s always so juicy and tender.

The salsas pack a punch, too! Even the mild salsa brings some serious heat (my nose is always running!), but honestly, it’s so worth it. The spice just adds to the whole experience.

If you’re looking for amazing food with unbeatable flavor, do yourself a favor and check out Compadres Chicken. You won’t be disappointed!”

“Big thanks to Lourdes for accommodating my order. My guy was super sick in the ER. He just wanted caldo de pollo from Lourdes. But, the soup wasn’t listed on the GrubHub menu. So the gal took my order and payment over the phone for the soup and then added the soup to my GrubHub delivery. Best soup ever!”

“My coworkers and I would frequent this restaurant often. I would normally get one of the Large Pho bowls but other times I would venture out to Rice Vermicelli Noodles. These noodles were served with lettuce, cucumbers, bean sprouts, mints, pickled carrots and daikon, roasted peanuts and fish sauce. This instance I got it with grilled chicken and egg rolls. Great food all the time!”

“I was looking for tacos on the way home and found this place off the freeway. I noticed the high rating and it didn’t disappoint. I had the chicken tacos and the meat was moist and flavorful.”

“The girls of Girl Scouts troop 2999 want to thank Debbie’s Pie shoppe for the wonderful pie!! It was tasty and wonderful. Thank you #girlscoutstrong”

“Wow! I love this place! The staff was so friendly and kind. They gave me recommendations and my coffee was made before I even left the register! I got an iced specialty drink and it was ✨sublime✨. It was the perfect blend of sweet and coffee where a lot of other places it’s either one or the other. I got the HOB sandwich on a croissant, and it was AMAZING! The sandwich was so warm, so tasty, and the perfect amount of food. It even came out on a beautiful wooden tray! The atmosphere is 10/10 and I would definitely come again. Thanks for such a great café experience! 💖

Parking: Close by to the coffee shop.

Kid-friendliness: There are games and cushioned seating! I had a stroller and baby and I didn’t feel in the way! It was awesome!”

“It exceeded our expectations! Recently ordered catering for a special event. My guests expressed positive feedback and wanted to know more about the restaurant. Everything was delicious, the meat (grilled Carne Assada and Carnitas) was very good and juicy. They made sure our meal was warm and very well organized with exceptional service! I believe Nacho's Taco Shop is a restaurant that should be encouraged by the community, they deserve our support.”

“It was about noon as I left my Doctors office and feeling a little hungry. I say Pegah’s Kitchen next door and gave it a try. The staff were all very professional. I had their Italian omelette and if I had to rate it on a one to 10 scale with 10 being the best, I would give it a 12. This is the Vista location. Highly recommend this place for breakfast and lunch, as they are not open for dinner.”

“Great atmosphere,delicious food and marvelous customer service.”

“Very Friendly Atmosphere. The level of spice I asked for is just right amount. I love the taste of my Pad Thai and the noodles is cooked perfectly, its not soggy nor too firm.

I love the thai tea with boba as well, it is on the bigger portion but it tastes great! It’s not too sweet not too bland and the boba is very soft not harden or sits there for too long, you can tell it was made fresh. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Vegetarian options: There are some Tofu and vegetables only dishes!

Kid-friendliness: Has high chair if needed!”

“Wow. Was heading home one day and thought I’d swing in for a quick beer. Absolutely loved everything about this place. Amazing beers, great people. Will be coming back often. Highly recommend”

“Clean Clean Clean Clean Clean”

“much better burgers and fries than the average. with more options on menu including kids and premium signature burguers and salads. just give it a try. The Habit will not disappoint 😉”

“El auntentico sabor de Nayarit! comida deliciosa!mariscos y mas!!!”

“Awesome place to work remotely on a Friday morning. The team is awesome, and coffee is great! They even welcome lazy co-workers 🐶”

“Fking great food and service!! I smashed a campechana filled with oysters, octopus and shrimp!. I recommend it, Maria is a great Server with an excellent personality.”

“Great spot good food and the employees are the best”

“Have always had a great experience at The Money Pit; except for today (10/28/24). My wife and I stopped for lunch and ordered 2 hamburgers, 1 fry, and 2 drinks. At the time of ordering your employee gave me a to-go carrier for the two drinks, and I told her that we were eating at the Money Pit. She gave me two cups for the drinks. I paid the bill of $20.04 with cash, and she gave me my change. She seemed very put out that I was not taking the drinks and food out. Anyway, when they brought the meal, there were 3 hamburgers, not 2. I said I ordered 2 and she basically told me I was lying and walked away. If you get a server about 30-35 years old, 5'4" tall, with glasses at the Money Pit expect to be treated in a rude matter. Never happened to me in the past (over 10 years of eating there), and I hope you don't have to deal with this employee.”

“We love Shores. With football now starting, it is not so great. It is known as a Packers bar. Today there were 6 Packers fan and the rest of the other team fans had to listen to the loud Packers game. Also, one bartender saved seats for over 2 hours for people who didn't show up. That is not right for everyone who shiftwd seats to accommodate the regular guests. Not "shore" if we'll be back during football. I hope Pete figures it out.”

“I would highly recommend one of the best restaurant locally located in neighborhood. We visited, today. Everything was so delicious, great service, customer service. Staff and owner works so hard and providing the best service. Thank you.”

“Great food 9am Sunday for Breakfast”

“Great place to meet friends, hang out, and chat. I get a boba after dinner before going out sometimes. I'm not a boba snob, but I like what I've had so far.”

“Food was excellent and service was great!!,..will be back!”

“Met some friends at Amalfi Dockside about a week ago. The food was superb!!! We also enjoyed the wonderful entertainment provided by Relic Ruckus....”

“Best Indian food and friendly service!”

“Best pizza I've had in a long time. Crust is perfectly made the way I like, crisp on the bottom, but not all the way through, I have tried most of their selections. It's hard to pick just one, so I get a whole pizza and some slices to get the full experience.”

“I was turned on to LA Pinsa Mia pizzas at a farmers market that I go to at Chapman University, every Saturday. I had never had Pisa style pizza before. I grew up in Gloucester Mass. with a huge Italian population that made some of the best pizzas I had ever eaten. The thing that separates LA Pinsa apart from other pizzas is the crust. Absolutely delicious! I try to stay vegetarian as much as possible, and that is easy to do with these pies, like Margherita, Truffle, Pesto, and Veggie which are my favorites. The crust is so awesome that I will eat the pie, all except for the outer crust. I will then use it to dip into homemade hummus.”

“This place can really make you phatt... ? Why, because you just can't stop eating these cookies. You bring home some fancy cookies for the kids and you think to yourself I'll just break off a piece and try it, a little later maybe another, then another, and another, and another, well there is just a little piece left might as well finish it.

These cookies are more of a cookie dough texture and taste, so if you don't like cookie dough you may not like these.”

“If you're craving a warm, comforting bowl of pho, Pho San Marcos is a must-try! The cozy, casual vibe makes it perfect for any occasion, and the service is friendly and welcoming. The pho broth is rich and flavorful, and the beef is tender and cooked just right. The fresh herbs and lime add a nice touch of brightness. For spice lovers, there’s chili paste and hoisin sauce to kick it up. With a variety of other tasty options like spring rolls and banh mi, Pho San Marcos is a top choice for a satisfying, authentic pho experience. Definitely worth a visit!”

“The food is truly delicious well worth going to ! The atmosphere is very nice great for a date, or family night out. Definitely will be coming back quite a bit.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy wheelchair access and plenty of room for a wheelchair at the table”

“We stopped at shanty’s and ordered some drinks and had to try the food. ❤️❤️❤️”

“Incredible food and service. Pricey, but worth it!”

“A gem ?! What a great European coffee shop in San Marcos ! Great drinks ☕️, food and service by very nice ladies! I had a crème brûlée ? croissant ? and a tuna wrap - delicious ?”

“Great spot good food and the employees are the best”

“Best Indian food and friendly service!”

“Love love this place! Catfish is fire!!!”

“Great job Sabrina monitoring your dining room and immediately notifying the manager of the idiots shamelessly vaping ! This young lady is manager material for sure! She is very efficient and follows the in and out standards to the T!”

“Best pasta west of the Mississippi”

“Have always had a great experience at The Money Pit; except for today (10/28/24). My wife and I stopped for lunch and ordered 2 hamburgers, 1 fry, and 2 drinks. At the time of ordering your employee gave me a to-go carrier for the two drinks, and I told her that we were eating at the Money Pit. She gave me two cups for the drinks. I paid the bill of $20.04 with cash, and she gave me my change. She seemed very put out that I was not taking the drinks and food out. Anyway, when they brought the meal, there were 3 hamburgers, not 2. I said I ordered 2 and she basically told me I was lying and walked away. If you get a server about 30-35 years old, 5'4" tall, with glasses at the Money Pit expect to be treated in a rude matter. Never happened to me in the past (over 10 years of eating there), and I hope you don't have to deal with this employee.”

“One of the best Indian food around the area . Food has rich flavors and outstanding taste.”

“The worst ribs tonight. Usually good but burnt and dried out tonight. couldn't eat half of them. I messaged the owner and he had them remake my ribs. Much better the second time. Thank you!”

“absolutely delish yummmmm”