50 Best Fast Food Restaurants near Solana Beach

“Tire picked up a screw somewhere and I had to visit Discount Tire. A/C at Carl’s always seems to be the coldest. If you’re trying to watch what you eat, I recommend this combo. The chicken filet is so small, you’ll be sure to eat less.“

“Placed an order for 45 box lunches and a catering box…to all be picked up at 10:30am today. I know the Jersey Mike’s guys had to come in early to get it all ready. They were all smiles when we swiped up to pick up the order. Everything was FLAWLESS! Everything was fresh and ready on time. The entire UCSB lacrosse team was well fed, leaving nothing behind. Thank you Jersey Mikes. And Go Gauchos!“

“The food here is great, but I'm basing my review entirely on the service.This was my first time going for a rather large dinner order for my family.Lupe and Angie were extremely kind and helpful with my order. I've never used the app before, but they walked me through its features and reward program--all while readying my large order at the same time. They really went above and beyond to help me; the service was quick (not rushed) and friendly. I've never met them before, but they made me feel like we were good friends. You can just tell they're both caring and helpful people. Honestly, it was a a refrshing experience and far beyond the normal level of service you'd get anywhere else. They deserve a raise for sure!Like I said, the food is great; but I'd go back for their top tier service alone. Thanks again for your help and friendly service ladies!“

“Great food, great selection, great prices, great specials, and GREAT PEOPLE! Visit. Often.“

“Fantastic service and food

Parking: Plenty of parking, I always do drive thur

Kid-friendliness: Seems to be kid friendly I see alot of families eating there

Wheelchair accessibility: It seems to be wheelchair accessible, I have really seen anyone in one or have been inside I always do drive thur“

“Edit to add:
I appreciate the owners fast response, going over my receipt with me and refunding me for the over charge on 1 drink - Thank you

I really want to love this place, as it's a local mom n pop shop and convenient for sandwiches, however, this is the second time in the last 3 months we have been overcharged.

Today I ordered a "lite lunch" 3" Tuna which includes a drink. I also ordered a 6" Ham and cheese combo- I ordered an extra bag of chips to complete both meals and was charged for 2 drinks + a medium combo. In short, I was charged for an extra drink at 2.90

The last time we came, we ordered 1 Meatball, 2 ham n cheeses, and made 2 a combo. All sandwiches were 6", however we were charged 2 combos and 2 drinks.

Either combo only means chips, which is 4.85 for a bag, or we are getting double charged for drinks.“

“Great food and good service 😍“

“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.“

“The food is fantastic. I came here with my two kids. My son wanted Subway before coming here, but the owner insisted on him trying his food so gave us a taster for my son while my daughter fully enjoyed her amazing steak and rice. You can’t beat the hospitality here, true aloha vibes and great food.“

“Yummy food!!😋😋👍🏿👍🏿, excellent customer service. You can’t go wrong.“

“I’m in love with biryani here vegetarian biryani I tried at 100places but finally I quit eating vegetable biryani But this place when I tried I loved it Will never go anywhere if I want vegetarian biryani this is my only place to go Plus another thing I love their chats samosa chat and aloo tikki chat Aloo tikki chat is my favourite one Haven’t tried anything else yet but will update if I will tried some another dishes 💯 recommended“

“About two weeks ago, I went to some Hawaiian barbecue for the first time and I didn’t even know who Hawaii barbecue was a thing and they gave me mac & cheese and the thin steak thing and it was so good. It was amazing that on the car ride home I even ate my leftovers and they had five stars. I don’t know the name now this place I was trying to relive that experience and they had 4.7 stars so I was thinking Man they’d be really good but their menu was very bland and they didn’t even have mac & cheese or the thin steak thing. They just had rice and very basic chicken and steak and I mean it wasn’t bad and they were friendly, but in no way wasn’t special.“

“hello the cashier was friendly and had beautiful smile and listen to my order and said thank you coming in. what a fast service and pretty busy . always clean and all co worker friendly. thank you. kathy“

“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“

“Carne Asada burrito and 3 rolled tacos with guacamole. 'Nuff said!“

“It’s the Bomb diggity! Burgers, chicken nuggets, cheese fries with bacon and shakes all epic!“

“Surprisingly amazing!! Who knew fruit could be so good! The cinnamon sugar, deep fried perfection and whipping cream are a perfect combo! Definitely plan to get a few servings as Granny's Apple Fries are easily addicting! Perfect for gluten allergies, and you can go dairy free by simply excluding the whipping cream!!“

“Just stopped for Rootbeer Floats & absolutely hands down had the BEST customer service I've ever had from Arby's anywhere. Thank you HUNTER for absolutely making my day! You are AMAZING & deserves a raise.“

“My wife and I stopped for lunch. We had the chik’n and waffle sandwich (delicious but definitely sweet), the western burger with beefy patty (very very tasty), the chk’n tenders (excellent, I liked with honey mustard) and the horchata shake which was truly amazing, refreshing will get again. Staff was super friendly and helpful, even making my iced coffee to order.“

“juicy burgers and great shakes“

“This place had been on my bucket list to try and I was shocked to discover we’ve had one on the UCSD campus this whole time. If you’re coming here from outside the institution, just watch out and park in V Spaces.

In regards to the food, I really liked the fries and the onion rings inside of the burger were good. They also had some fancy pure cane sugar soda fountain and I loved their coke replacement. I think this place can really stand out for its variety of plant based snacks and quick eats. The burger itself had quality ingredients, but I couldn’t get past the aftertaste of the burger. That “beefy” patty tasted off to me and while it’s not so disgusting that it’ll make me waste food but I would definitely reconsider getting any of the burgers. I mean try it, but set your expectations a little lower so you aren’t as disappointed, especially at 17 bucks😭.

That being said, Onion Rings, Fries, Oatmilk Softserve, Coffee, Cane Sugar Soda, Cane Sugar Iced Refreshers are allll the strongest things this place has to offer. Seriously give it a try if you haven’t and check out that plant based lifestyle🦎

Overall, might as well not lie, this place is DAYGOEATSAPPROVED✅✅📋“

“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!“

“Long lines but they are super efficient getting customers through and superior service always with a smile🙌“

“Today was one of the hardest days for my family — we had to say goodbye to our dog. We brought him to Five Guys for his last meal, and the experience we had there was something we’ll never forget. The young man at the register was incredibly kind and empathetic. When he found out it was our dog’s last meal, he didn’t hesitate — he made a special burger just for him. That simple act of kindness meant the world to us.

In such a heartbreaking moment, his compassion brought comfort and humanity. Thank you to the whole crew, but especially to the gentleman at the register. You gave us a beautiful final memory with our pup, and we’ll carry that with us forever.“

“Val and Andres make this place a family atmosphere“

“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“

“First time visiting an El Pollo Loco and was very happy. They had:1. Clean bathrooms2. Clean dining area3. Excellent Food4. Vincent helped us while ordering and checked on us later to see if we needed anything. He even asked us how we liked it when we were leaving.“

“Opting for the organic tofu and veggies bowl, I enjoyed a very good, quick, and healthy meal. The tofu was expertly prepared, offering a flavorful and satisfying experience. The combination of soy and hot sauce added delightful flavors to the dish. From the ordering process to picking up the meal, the overall experience was great. I'm definitely looking forward to returning!“

“Jesel was working today when I brought a group of 5 to eat during a busy lunch hour. She got every order correct, including my complicated burger preferences, delivered it to our table and happily delivered more orders to others in the restaurant. She has an incredible work ethic and I appreciate that all the orders were right the very first time! Thank you Jesel!“

“they elevated my culinary experience with a masterful fusion of authenticity and artistry, transforming traditional mexican dishes into moments of pure delight. the carne asada tacos were a revelation, the meat tender and smoky, wrapped in tortillas that seemed to carry the soul of generations. the guacamole was impossibly fresh, a bright medley of creamy avocado, citrus, and just the right touch of spice. even the simplest elements—a warm bowl of pozole or a basket of perfectly salted chips with salsa—were crafted with care and precision. every bite felt like an ode to the rich tapestry of mexican cuisine, leaving me both nourished and deeply impressed.

Dietary restrictions: good

Parking: good“

“My friend and I went in today to try their poki and let me just say, someone who helped us out her name was Hannah I believe, kindest, most amazing soul ever. Was very sweet, amazing customer service, honestly best employee that has made my food. The poki was amazing! We loved it here.“

“You gotta try the taquito burrito!“

“ótimo atendimento e os lanches são ma“

“Fair portions and hearty food. Chicken, rice, and vegetables do me well. The staff is always friendly. I have a big appetite and this is filling and somewhat health concious. I usually have enough for 1.5 meals if I get the plate. I always get the spicy korean chicken. I have come here many times and will continue to return.“

“My experience was good, June 2025. I ordered on the app, about 7 minutes after I ordered the food was already ready. The dinning area was immaculate and an employee was wiping down tables at the time I was there. The food was great compared to other locations. I normally get 3 pieces of diced tomato on my Supreme items, but they had plenty on my items.“

“My burger was awesome! I will definitely go back again and again and again...“

“We ordered carne asada burrito, Buffalo wings and chicken flautas. They were all tasty. The carne asada was very meaty but a bit tough for me. Wings were a bit small but flavorful.

I have never seen chicken flautas look like short fat egg rolls before. Deep fried flour tortilla gave it a nice crispness except there was very little chicken inside. Still very good and interesting. I especially love that they had lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream and guacamole on side. Very rare do you see this combo of topping.

Inside is divided by the bar area and dining area. Looks like a hip place to be after work.“

“Great and vet clean very accommodating staff“

“The Really Big Carl is a big hamburger 🍔“

“Just got 3 pies from them tonight. Vanessa is the best pizza builder! These were the best we've had for over a year. Thank you for being awesome!“

“Absolutely one of the best Jack in the Box's around. It's a great spot to stop for lunch. They have a variety of classic foods for everyone to choose from. This location has a long drive through. It seems big enough for all the Amazon vans, so it's unlikely you will have any issues. Parking lot is small ish, but not tiny. If it's full, there is plenty of parking near by. There are lots of other places around if you have friends who are looking for something different.The outside and inside of this place were both clean. Wheelchair accessible spots right in front of the door as well. Its near a main road that's pretty easy to get to. Also looks like this place was freshly painted.

Wheelchair accessibility: Up front parking!“

“Quick and easy lunch. Staff is friendly, and one cashier/Drive Thru has a smile that melts the cheese on my quesadilla! It's a pretty standard Taco Bell, otherwise. They keep it cleaner than most, the food comes out promptly, and I only get 1/2 an hour for lunch, so it works well. I will say, Taco Bell has stepped up their game on the menu items!“

“Never Had AI ordering before in drive thru but it worked out. Food was made to order, quickly, and was hot. Which is exactly how I like my food. Not really much for atmosphere because the only interaction I had with a human was paying with my card and receiving my food.“

“I'm from the Midwest, and our fast food joints sure don't treat you like this. Hands down one of the absolute best customer service experiences I've had. Our first time ever in a Jack in the Box. Everyone was super helpful. When the soda machine didn't have the flavor I wanted, they noticed and grabbed it for me from the back. Thank you for a great experience!“

“I ordered the 2 piece meal with brocolli, pinto beans, and corn tortillas. I had a side of the avocado hot sauce and the red hot sauce. The chicken was tender and moist, not dry, flavorful, and well marinated. The broccoli was not overcooked and soggy but steamed just right with a little bit of crisp to it. My pinto beans had a great flavor with a little bit of a spicy kick, which I love.The cashier was attentive and engaging. He was polite and had a smile when saying hi and bye. The speed of service was amazing, as they cut my chicken and got my meal to me quickly. Great experience at this location!“

“Shout out to Gabriel who went above and beyond to deliver excellent customer service. (Just ignore the robot order taker and go to the window, I asked if it spoke Spanish and it ordered like 3 extr things. I just drive past the speaker straight to the pleasant human by the window. Cause they will have to correct your order anyway haha)“

“OMG! Del Taco you are so nice. I ran out to get a very late dinner of tacos � and a chicken burrito � to save for lunch tomorrow. I had my hands full of stuff I was putting in my trunk so I wouldn’t forget it in the morning and what did I do? I go through the drive thru and get to the window. I reach over to grab my wallet out of my purse and there’s no purse � . When the nice man came to the window, I apologized and told him I forgot my purse. He told me they were closing early to have some work done, and gave me the tacos. ���. You can be sure I’ll bring by the � in the next few days. I really appreciate not having to run all the way back home and then turn around and run all the way back to get some dinner. Thank you Del Taco and the nice man in the window.“

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I absolutely love Chick-fil-A! The food is always fresh and delicious, and the service is top-notch. The Mira Mesa location is especially clean and well-maintained. The staff are friendly, attentive, and make you feel genuinely welcome. I usually dine in, and it’s always a pleasant experience—calm, comfortable, and everything is spotless. It’s one of my favorite places to go—not just for the taste, but for the entire experience. Highly recommend!“

“Great staff! Handled the friday noon rush w/ ease!“