Packed bowl the way I want it! Soooo much meat! Stop reading and go! I went a lil crazy and included Persian Cucumbers Red Onion Pico Carrots Edamame Red Cabbage Grilled Corn Green Onions Cilantro Sesame Seeds Organic Arugula Prime Carne Asada They were VERY generous with the meat which I appreciated. All of their sauces are made dairy, seed oil, and gluten free which is REALLY appreciated. I can't wait to eat here again and like I said earlier; stop reading and ORDER! Your stomach will thank me. read more

A Lo Fresco - PACKED build your own bowl - Food Trucks Near Me - San Marcos, California

I was in the area and saw this was new and wanted to check it out. Sadly, upon entering the only thing that was friendly was a golden retriever that walked up to say hello. There were 3 people who were working and instead of acknowledging the customer who walked in they are were concerned with the dog. Even after I waiting a while reviewing the menu, no seemed interested in me being there. Finally, I took it as a sign that my business was not wanted. I could understand if they were really busy, to not be able to say hello or pay mind to all the customers but I was the only person there....maybe, I was confused and this was a dog eatery and I needed to be a dog to be greeted or welcomed?! Either way, I don't think I'll be coming back, too many other friendly places to eat in this area. read more

Food was a bit $$$ but worth it. My plate was full and hearty. Food was nutritious and flavorful.

Just tried this once for the first time and ordered the Cuban bowl. SO GOOD. Will definitely be back! Also great portion size, could definitely share. read more

While the price is pretty high, the complexity and presentation of their bowls make it worth a visit. Their bowls are made with premium ingredients and just taste healthy. The fact they take time to make it look special is just another reminder that it's okay to pay a bit more to get a bit more. read more

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Got treated here after run club and it was great!! I highly recommend the blue smoothie- it was so filling and delicious. The chia pudding lacked a little sweetness but I'm not sure if that's bc I had it right after the smoothie which felt naturally pretty sweet. I ended up adding a little honey to my chia pudding to make it sweeter- but that's just my preference! They seem to have many healthy food options that looked really good, I'll def be back! read more

A Lo Fresco - Mango chia pudding and Santorini blue smoothie - Food Trucks Near Me - San Marcos, California

Menu is fun and full of delicious items. I got the El Burrito and it was fantastic. The whole vibe is adorable and open. Only downside, not very willing to accommodate for allergies, but willing to upcharge you for a different item instead. read more

A Lo Fresco - El burrito - Food Trucks Near Me - San Marcos, California

Super easy to order food and drinks with the kiosk. They have a specialty for each day of the week for a discount or free item with certain meals. Their mango smoothie is just like any other smoothie you can get out there. It's healthy, but so is making it at home. Warning to anyone who orders here and stays past two hours though. The business will direct you to the ice cream shop next door to validate for parking. read more

Trying this place today for the first time. Had an appointment at Kaiser San Marco and this place is just across the road. It has several vegan options. You can get a prepared dish or a build your bowl. I went with the vegan Buddha Wrap. It was very delicious with very fresh and crunchy vegetables. I got a side of chipotle sauce to go with it. There are several sauces you can get on the side. I washed it down with a strawberry sea moss lemonade. It is very lightly sweetened for those that do not like too sugary drinks. They have other cold pressed options available. You will not find soda on the menu. Hubby went with the build your own bowl. He had a base of quinoa and beans and went with vegan steak for the protein and added 6 sides. You can pay for more sides or extra protein. The "meat" was super tasty. The vegetables crisp and fresh. He said it was the best bowl he ever had. Coming from him that is a very big compliment. The GPS didn't quite bring us to the door. The sign is up high but we did find it. The inside is light and airy. You use a self service kiosk to place your order. It is a large screen that is very user friendly and easy to read. The prices for the quality of food was on par for the area. The staff were friendly. We definitely will be back. read more

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A Lo Fresco is such a great find in San Marcos! This menu has something for everyone -- from their signature bowls and burritos to building your own just the way you like it. Everything tastes super fresh. You can tell they put a lot of thought into making the food both healthy and flavorful. What makes this place extra special is the vibe. The owners, Emilio and Olga, clearly care about every detail, from the menu to the decor. My favorite part has to be the cozy little book nook -- such a fun and unique touch that makes the space feel welcoming and different from other spots. One thing to consider, since they can get pretty busy -- download their app and order ahead!! Definitely a spot worth checking out. read more

Place is never open when it says they are open. Don't bother calling either, they never answer the phone. I mean, if they cannot even get their hours of operation correct, do you really think they are being diligent with your food? I am not willing to risk it. They updated their hours after my review and fabricated some elaborate story. The magnitude of their response is very telling. All you had to do was apologize for not updating your hours in yelp and I would have wrote it off as an honest mistake and deleted the review and I still will. Or you can keep doubling down with your made up stories , keep the 1 star review, and the screenshot showing you updated the hours after I complained about it. The choice is yours. read more

A Lo Fresco - You updated your hours today, after my review. This is a tragic look for the establishment. - Food Trucks Near Me - San Marcos, California

This restaurant located in the North City area of San Marcos is an absolute gem. The wide variety of dishes that they curate, especially the bowls, is incredible, and the service is outstanding. Despite arriving right at closing in my most recent visit, they welcomed me in and took my order with smiles on their faces. The prices might seem a little high on paper but the portions are so bountiful that one delicious Miami Cuban bowl (my personal favorite) typically lasts me two meals so it is well worth it. So glad they are here. I highly recommend stopping by and checking A Lo Fresco out if you are anywhere in North County. Doug (local resident) read more

A Lo Fresco - Miami Cuban Bowl - Food Trucks Near Me - San Marcos, California

It's rare to find a restaurant so genuinely committed to clean, quality food--but Lo Fresco delivers. From the moment I looked at the menu, I noticed something huge for me: no seed oils in any of their ingredients. That alone sets them apart. Their commitment to clean eating isn't just talk--you can taste it in every bite and you can literally see the avocado oil in the kitchen lol. I ordered the surf and turf burrito, and it was absolutely delicious. Packed with flavor, perfectly balanced, and nourishing. Lo Fresco is definitely a gem for anyone who cares about what goes into their body. It's refreshing to see a place prioritize clean ingredients without compromising taste. I'll absolutely be back. read more

My husband and I love a lo fresco! We have tried the food a few times and it does not disappoint. The bowls are filling and the sauces are delicious. A great place to have a healthy meal. I am big on customer service so I have no complaints in that area. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. read more

A Lo Fresco recently opened near CSUSM. I was so excited to try this place! I ordered a surf and turf burrito, so delicious! The owner was extremely nice, she explained the menu options when we walked in. Cute restaurant, nice indoor and patio dining areas! read more

A Lo Fresco - Surf and Turf Burrito: Loaded with delicious shrimp and steak! Amazing flavor! Highly recommend! - Food Trucks Near Me - San Marcos, California

The food at A Lo Fresco was SOOO good -- I genuinely can't stop thinking about it. It not only tasted amazing, but it felt good to eat. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. I got the Cuban bowl and my husband got the Spicy Mexican bowl -- both were absolutely delicious. The Cuban bowl's plantains still have me weak in the knees! And the chicken... wow. So tender, so flavorful -- two things chicken often isn't. The owner was incredibly kind, and I already felt like I wanted to leave a glowing review just based on how he treated us. But then we tasted the food... and were totally blown away. Healthy food can often be bland, but this was the furthest thing from it. Every bite was next-level. We're here on vacation, and I so wish this place was near home because I'd eat here every single week. We took our food to go, but the inside was adorable -- such a cute and fun vibe. Great energy, amazing food, and genuinely kind people. What more could you want? Seriously... to die for. read more

A Lo Fresco - Spicy Mexican Bowl - Food Trucks Near Me - San Marcos, California

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Stopped by recently on a day off and have been back bi-weekly since. Love that it's something fresh, flavorful, and healthy. Very convenient too! Especially when I'm more inclined to eat cheap fast food because of the overwhelming availability. It's nice to see a place in the community that offers health-conscious food. Vegan friendly options are available as well! Love the Miami bowl! That's my go to! read more

Great fresh food! Lots of healthy options, great flavor! We love their Mother Earth Bowl, the Cuban bowl, the Mexican bowl, and their overnight oats! It's become our new local favorite! Hoping they extend their hours so we can have dinner here too!! Yum! read more

I was in Oceanside at a Vegan Street fair and had the luck of finding this Food Truck.. I had the Mediterranean Wrap which was delicious and fresh and a generous portion! They also had some great variety of Latin bowls which looked amazing. I might have to give their location a try. Daniela and the rest of the crew were lovely! read more

I've been looking forward to the opening of A Lo Fresco and I finally was able to give it a try today! I ordered the Cuban Bowl and Cucumber Sea Moss Lemonade. The team was very friendly and service was quick. The bowl was very flavorful with quality ingredients. The lemonade was the perfect addition. Will be coming back soon! read more

I love this place, the food and service is always good! However I've noticed that maybe their AC isn't working, I was in there for 10 mins because I placed my order to go and I literally felt like I was going to pass out. It's literally boiling in here. The complimentary water was the only thing that helped me wait inside for my meal. read more

A Lo Fresco's food truck was one of the vendors at Adobe Hill Winery in Fallbrook on Mother's Day. We had a reservation at the winery for 4:15 PM, and my in-laws placed our dinner order around 5 PM. Already, A Lo Fresco said they were out of some key ingredients, like tortillas, and we had to make some substitutions. As half an hour passed and we saw several other tables get their orders, my in-laws checked in and were told that A Lo Fresco was "working on it." An hour after we ordered, other tables still picking up their orders, still no food for us. My in-laws checked in again and were now told that they could no longer even make my caprese bowl at all, and only had the ingredients for the Cuban bowl. At this point we cancelled the order, my hangry 4-year-old had ice cream for dinner from the stellar ice cream food truck vendor, and we had to head home to get some more substantial food. We were extremely disappointed in the lack of professionalism and courtesy. The other major food vendor at the winery, a pizza guy, had run out of ingredients by the time we arrived, and we appreciated that he let us know up front that he was closing up shop. A Lo Fresco took our money and left us hungry for an hour, instead of being honest and giving us the opportunity to go elsewhere. read more