40 Best Taco Restaurants near San Marcos

“The scenery is very beautiful“

“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....“

“I would gladly come back here just for the asada tacos, they are really good. Beef was juicy and the meat seems good quality.

Also ordered the pastor which I didn't like (it doesn't come from a trompo), it was just like asada with extra sauce.“

“Authentic! Very fresh. Great flavors in all varieties of tacos from carnitas to pollo to carne asada. Service was warm and friendly. Food served hot and delicious! Highly recommend this place if you're looking for some of the best Mexican food in San Diego!“

“Tacos were fresh and so delicious! Service was impeccable and the food options they had were phenomenal. I ordered the taco adobada and wife had asada, and I'll tell you we did not leave hungry! The agua fresca was delicious too! I definitely will stop by again if I ever head back to SD. Parking is limited too, but definitely worth the trip.“

“I haven't been to all the locations but so far having only been to two I am extremely satisfied with this restaurant. I started to really give the fish taco some thought after I went to the first location and I can't stop getting fish tacos now.“

“I dined in tonight not expecting much. The place is older but very clean. The place was spotless. The food was much better than expected. There is a salsa bar inside with many options. I think there were 7 types of salsa, however, nearly all of them were too spicy for me. I enjoyed my food and the staff were all very nice!“

“I recently ordered My Favorite Jumbo Jack burger Regular style No added anything ! They're on sale 2 for
$ 5 . I usually always add cheese , No Ketchup , Grilled Onions . This time I just went with a Jumbo Jack , Jack in the Box style and it was Soo Tasty ! It really wasn't missing anything ! Great taste just the way it was !
And their Tiny Tacos are Yummy too ! Jack in the Box has Great Food Choices ! Enjoy !
Ms. Silvia one of the Store Managers at the Jack n the Box in San Marcos off of Rancho Santa Fe Rd & Capilina Rd . Assisted me with Questions I had Recently and was of Great help ! Thank You Jack n the Box for the Great Food ! And the Awesome Sale Prices ! We Love Great Food & them Sale Prices on your Food Specials ! Always a Treat ! Enjoy yourself some Jack n the Box !“

“#SanMarcossheriff approved *the best junk in town"!“

“We stopped in before the Escondido Renaissance Faire and not only loved the food and cattitude, but also the star treatment we received. We got 2 tacos, elote, and guac and cannot recommend stopping here enough !

💚, Sir Shrek & Princess Fiona

PS lots of vegan options !!“

“Friendly service, clean and really good food. Support the locals and have a local brew“

“I don’t say this lightly—this place is hands down one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve ever been to. The décor is colorful without being over-the-top, and the music added just the right energy to the dining experience.

Now, the food—absolutely incredible. We started with the super nachos, the guacamole inside was perfectly seasoned with just the right kick of lime and jalapeño. For the main course, I ordered the carne asada tacos, and they were out of this world. The meat was tender, juicy, and full of flavor, served on soft, handmade corn tortillas. My friend had the enchiladas verdes, and she couldn’t stop raving about the tangy green sauce and how everything was cooked to perfection.

What really stood out, though, was the attention to detail and authenticity. You can tell everything is made from scratch and with love. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive without being overbearing—our server even recommended a house-made horchata that turned out to be the best I’ve ever had.

If you’re looking for authentic Mexican cuisine that’s both comforting and flavorful, this spot is a must. I’ll definitely be coming back—and bringing more friends with me next time!“

“Have been coming here almost weekly for 4 years and it's always a highlight. One of the best. From the freshly made tortillas, to the always fresh Al Pastor, to Jorge's smiling face. Our favorite tacos and nachos in the County, and there's plenty of competition out there! The surf n turf nachos are killer and all the burritos are worthwhile, but I usually go back to the Pastor tacos. One of top 3 favorite spots of all time.“

“Food food food! Their food is delicious!!!! Tacos are authentic!!!“

“The tacos were enjoyable! They came quick & were hot w/good proportions of meat & toppings. I see why the Tri tip is popular & glad I got to try the fish. Also know they use quality oil to cook because how I felt after. The service and environment was ok, maybe an off day. Either way I’ll definitely come back so my husband can try :3“

“I work in the area, and after going to a few different taco shops the carne asada burrito tasted the freshest.

The parking situation is a bit tight and isn’t that accommodating to larger vehicles. If it was busy, I think parking would be problematic. Aside from that, I will come back.“

“I've waited 15 years to try this place .. because I'm always rushing. Well, today I finally went in and had a meal. There is some front street parking, side parking and rear parking. There's also a bus stop less (101) than a block away but I walked to it from a nearby hotel. The notion of authentic food is obvious by the cashier's and cooks I had the opportunity to thank for such a delicious meal. I was fortunate enough to have my lunch to myself because no one was eating inside during my brief 1 hour there.. however there were non-stop to-go orders the whole time. I ordered my usual test food of Carne Asada Nachos and a Coke. The coke tasted like a coke should. It wasn't flat. The carne asada nachos were made with the exact amount of chips and fixings and meat. There was no chip eaten without something on it which is rare. Usually most places put too much chips. There was a good serving of guacamole, sour cream, unmelted cheese, pico de gallo and meat. It could easily feed 2 but I only ate 1x in the morning so this was my lunch and dinner. I opted for both red and green salsa .. which were both delicious. The red was slightly spicier but not too much. I have 1 before and 1 mid photos so you can see the balanced portions. In my opinion the cooks were nice and know how to cook in my humble opinion. The food was delicious and I'm definitely coming back tomorrow to test their breakfast burrito. I highly recommend coming in and trying their food. There's plenty to do in the area to walk off your meal afterwards. All in all .. definitely a monthly meal for me worth the extra 5 min drive from my office.“

“Los Tacos is so delicious! We’ve been coming here for years! I love Maria’s fresh homemade tortillas! Best tripas, and Al Pastor tacos!!! Delicioso! 😋“

“One of the best meals I’ve ever had in Encinitas— A must try! This place feels fresh and inspired. You’re immediately transported to a trendy villa in Mexico with an aire of heritage and culture. The owner is from a successful line of restauranteurs in Mexico. It’s clear he knows what he’s doing from the atmosphere to the cuisine. The chips and salsa are delicious, fresh and unique (all made in house). We ordered the Mole Enchiladas and Tuna Tostadas, which were both incredible and would order again on our next visit. Then, of course, couldn’t resist the finale dessert of churros! (Filled with pastry cream with chocolate dunking sauce on the side). The entire experience was an absolute treat and I can’t wait to go back and introduce more people to this local gem.“

“You should check out Haggo's Tacos in Encinitas. I was just there, and it's going on my regular list of go-to restaurants when I’m in the area.

It's one of those spots that has food for everyone to enjoy. They offer meat, vegan and gluten-free choices, that all can enjoy. They do tacos right, no matter what you're eating. Plus their fresh made guacamole is a nice side to any of their entrees.

The seating is what really sets it apart. They have this cool California room-style space that they can open or close depending on your party size. It felt private but still airy. And if you're just grabbing a quick bite solo or with a partner, they have a bar-style counter that faces the street, perfect for people-watching.

The food was great, the ambiance was excellent, and the service was on point. Give it a shot next time you're up in that area.“

“Awesome food prepared very well worth the wait! Delicious surf and turf! I was looking for the corn on the cob and churros but they ran! Super popular!“

“Tried it while staying nearby and I'm so glad we did! The cashier was pleasant and on point. The food was ready quickly, everything was hot and fresh, and the portions were generous. We had tacos and chips and guac. The pollo asado and carnitas tacos were my favorite. The salsa was the best part. The green salsa was so flavorful with a nice slow burn. And the Pico de Gallo was not hot at all but delicious on the chips and tacos. I'd give this place 10 stars if I could! Nice people, great food, clean and cute restaurant. Thank you!“

“I really love California Fish Grill in Cypress for dinner forever!! ☺️☺️🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️💖💖💖💕💕💕💕💞💞💞💞💞💓💓💓💓💓💓💗💗💗💗💗💗💗🍽“

“the birria tacos are good I recomend them“

“This is definitely a to go style taco shop, or a quick lunch break and you aren't looking for ambience. But the food is sit down restaurant quality. I'm a gardener so I've had plenty of burritos over the years and the ham + egg breakfast burritos are top notch tasty!“

“wow!! great food, great experience! order inside and then go outside and watch them cook it fresh!!!“

“best fish tacos I've ever had. every time I'm in town I make it a point to go there at least once.“

“One of the best food trucks in North County. Authentic ensenada fish & shrimp tacos. Made from there family recipe that originated in Ensenada ! Now these Tacos & burritos are actually better that the Mexican original as Meche's adds tomatoes and proprietary ingredients to upgrade what they offer. Very comfortably the best fish tacos of any food truck.“

“Alejandra was very nice and professional. The food was very tasty and made to order. Fresh chips and salsa tortillas. I definitely recommend you to come and try their food. Very humble people and hard working. I look forward to coming back really soon. Thanks again, Alejandra! God bless! Chris! 🙏❤️🙏💪🙌“

“This is my favorite place. I work nearby and have turned all my coworkers onto thier al pastor tacos. Food is always delicious, thier al pastor tacos are the things dreams are made of! And the staff is always friendly, even when the place is packed with a line out the door. Juan especially is always friendly and courteous. Tacos Chato is an A+ all around!!“

“I stopped in at Jilberto’s Mexican Restaurant and was not disappointed. The food came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor—exactly what you’d hope for from a solid local Mexican spot. The portions were generous, and everything tasted homemade. The staff was friendly and quick with service, even during a busy time. The California burrito hit the spot. Definitely a place I’ll be coming back to. If you’re in the area and craving good Mexican food, Jilberto’s is worth the stop!“

“I came in to order a Torta Cubana. I had tried to call but the phone was busy for a while. But never the less I ordered at the counter and even thou they were super busy I was in and out within 15 min. Talk about them using team work. As one was cleaning she would hand over the stuff that went in the fridge to the other and it was done in a snap. These girls really know how to work in a team. It was fairly busy for a Sunday morning a full house for sure. But they handled it.“

“Cody recommend their hybrid tortillas, they're awesome! Their habanero chicken is so good on the grill. We just tried their burgundy tri-tip... Holy moly... incredible!!“

“Just tried the menudo today! It was bomb af!!“

“No sabes a donde ir a comer?, ve ahí y no te arrepentirás.“

“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.“

“Amazing food amazing service got shredded chicken burrito and a bean and cheese for my wife .salsa was green guacamole one it was tasty.i don’t write that many reviews but i had to say something .food tasted authentic and spicy …just sayin“

“We love Taco Tuesday here but it is busy so be prepared to wait in line! It's worth the wait. Salsas are spicy for us gringos but burns so good. We've only tried the street tacos - adobada and pollo asado. Good portions and very tasty. The atmosphere is taco shopesque.“

“It's Jack in the box, hadn't ate at one in more than 10 years! I love this restaurant chain! As I write this simple review I only wish I was back in California to go get another Jack fix! Jack move to Florida, I need you here in Tampa!“