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!“

“Friendly staff, yummy food. Usually quiet restaurant.

Note: instead of waiting in long lines (never happens for me), I often have to wait for them to cook a new batch for my order. This isn't a problem for me (plus I know I'm eating freshly cooked food!)“

“Great food and good service 😍“

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

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

“This In-N-Out is especially wonderful. They run an efficient shop and I’ve never seen as line as short as this in any In-N-Out and they are extremely welcoming and have good energy. It was Sunday after sports and there was a large lunch rush and Ethan was kind enough to help us find a retainer that one of the kids had thrown in the trash by accident and did so with a good attitude. This in n out will always hold a special place in my heart“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

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

“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“

“I had to pop in here for a bite to eat because I needed something to eat fast before my next thing. It's good fast food. The burger I had was one of the best fast food burgers I've had, and it came out quick and hot. The only reason I'm docking a star is because it's expensive, like $12 for a burger. Adding fries and a drink would have been an additional $5. I get that it's vegan and the ingredients are more expensive, but that's too much for me.“

“juicy burgers and great shakes“

“Taking off a star. Hopefully I can review back with 5 soon

Tried Granny’s Apple Fries for the first time and absolutely loved them — perfectly crispy and sweet, a unique and fun treat! On my second visit, they were a bit disappointing with some broken and slightly soggy fries, but the flavor is still amazing. They ran out of ice cream as well and it was barely 1 pm.
Definitely a must-try snack at LEGOLAND, especially for first-timers looking for something different and delicious.“

“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“

“Don’t let the name deceive you: just because this is technically fast food, it doesn’t mean the quality is similar to that of McDonald’s or Burger King. The food here is amazing and is not only filling but also pretty creative. For example, I had a chicken and waffle sandwich (probably my favorite thing here) that consisted of very thick vegan chicken patty, bacon, and maple aioli (somehow even better than it sounds) all squeezed between two waffles serving as the buns. I also had an order of onion rings with the house sauce and they were particularly great, especially with the sauce. They had a patty melt on special as well, which had two patties in it instead of just one, as well as a heap of caramelized onions, vegan cheese, and delicious sauce between thick slices of Texas toast; it was incredible and definitely something I would gladly order again if it was still a special. For dessert, I couldn’t decide between the horchata shake and the cookie butter shake, so I just ended up ordering both. I had the horchata shake first and it was good, but the cookie butter shake was phenomenal, and the fact that it was my second shake within a few minutes did not deter me due to how delicious it was. This location has a very nice outdoor seating area, and although I ordered my food to go, it’s a great place to eat in as well. If I get a chance to go back, I’d love to try their breakfast items, which all look just as good as the rest of their menu.“

“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.“

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

“You gotta try the taquito burrito!“

“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!“

“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!“

“Great and vet clean very accommodating staff“

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

“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!“

“Muchísimas Gracias a Raymundo y su colega!

In the middle of a long trip to California’s coast, all the way from our home in Colorado, our group found ourselves in Raymundo’s colorful and welcoming restaurant. The food left our bellies and our hearts full. The tortas were “gas” the salsa was “hella good” and the drinks refreshed us after a morning in the sun. The food was made well, with care and love you could taste in every bite. Raymundo himself was even kind enough to take a photo with us all. In a world pushing us towards faceless fast food mega chains, local businesses like this one keep our world as vibrant as the walls in this lovely place.“

“This place has impressed me. The food is incredible and the atmosphere is very good. I really enjoyed eating at this location. Everyone is also very kind and very patient. But the person I really want to thank was Samara. She really treated me well and helped me a lot. She is a great manager. She was very patient with me I loved it Of course, I will return again to continue trying new things on the menu.“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“ótimo atendimento e os lanches são ma“

“Hands down the best chick-fil-a around!! Food was great and the service was even better! Shout out to Tyler who runs the place and was extremely friendly and helpful. Also James who works there was great and made for such a pleasant experience!“

“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.“

“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)“

“The Really Big Carl is a big hamburger 🍔“

“Tasty, but My Wallet is Crying

Let’s be real: Five Guys makes a great burger. Thick, juicy, cooked perfectly. Fries? A little overdone this time, but better too-crispy than sad and soggy, and at least they salted them right. Plus, free peanuts while you wait is always a fun way to justify shoveling food into your face before your actual food arrives.

The drink machines are also a win since you can customize your soda like you’re a mad scientist, refill as many times as you want, and feel no shame about it. Service? Solid. Taste? Solid.

Now for the not-so-delicious part: the price tag. When my burger + fries + drink + milkshake costs the same as two full meals at In-N-Out, something’s wrong with this picture. I mean, why is a milkshake seven bucks? For that price, I expect at least a song and dance number with whipped cream choreography. And don’t even get me started on the parking... good luck finding a spot unless you enjoy doing NASCAR laps around the lot.

So yeah, great food, but it shouldn’t cost me twenty-five bucks just to walk away full and mildly resentful. If they knocked 25% off the price, this would be an easy five-star. Until then… my taste buds are happy, but my bank account is filing for emotional damages.“

“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 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!“

“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!“

“Val and Andres make this place a family atmosphere“

“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.“

“Good clean simple food. Not too salty, definitely not the best place to get tacos in san diego, but it seems like really clean, simple ingredients. I would definitely eat here again. If youare on a low sodium diet or have restrictions, this place is a safe bet“

“We always received great service at Jersey Mikes and this location Encinitas with no exception. The line was out the door when you arrive during Saturday's lunch rush but we had our food in no time at all. The service was awesome and even know they were super busy employee still had a smile on their face. Will definitely be returning this location because their food is amazing as well“

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

“Good [Original] Good“

“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.“

“So good !“

“Great place! The best rice bowls ever. Everything is so fresh.“