We went her for dinner (because we just learned that they are now open until 9:00) and it was GREAT!! They have an awesome selection of all-day breakfast as well as several dinnertime items. It was a mix of American diner food and Mexican food, and everything we ordered was delicious! We got the Chimichanga, the Parmesan Garlic wings, and a burger for our son, and all the food was tasty (and the portions were generous)! The service was excellent, and our waitress (Zayna) was very friendly, attentive, and welcoming! She also recommended some things to check out while we're in town, which was helpful for us as visitors. She even gave our table a churro waffle à la mode on the house!! If you are staying in San Diego, this a great spot for a delicious and affordable breakfast, lunch, or dinner! I highly recommend! read more

So sad. Only a bar and happy hour favorites. Lonely without people. Sit at the bar. I'll still come for Nachos to go. Everybody seems to be cutting back. They kept the bar and happy hour. Sad. The Flautas were soggy. read more

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Honestly great food, super convenient if staying on hotel circle by Kings Inn and you think Crust is your only option. Decent full service bar, and though it can be quiet some nights it has a good atmosphere. The Enchiladas Suizas, are delicious and for gauge i'm a fan of Cafe Guadalajara's enchiladas. This place puts them to shame. Highly encourage it any night you want a reasonable priced meal for some delicious beans and rice. Bonus you can get the waffles and ice cream at night as well. read more

Amigo Cantina - Menu - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

The only good thing about this spot was the ambiance. It was well decorated. Our food left a lot to be desired. We ordered the shrimp tacos and the taco salad. For the shrimp tacos we requested corn tortillas. I was surprised to receive Mission corn tortillas. You can't mistake the flavor of a Mission corn tortilla. I was also surprised it was barely warmed. The shrimp was well cooked and I liked the chipotle sauce. Other than that, the shrimp tacos were not worth ordering. The taco salad came in a fried large taco shell. I don't know how they did it, but the taco shell tasted like watermelon. I love watermelon but not in my taco salad. read more

Amigo Cantina - Rice, Mission corn tortilla - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

We were staying at the hotel that is associated with this restaurant. We decided to give it try our last night there since we were all pretty tired and just somewhat hungry... we went in with intentions of sharing an appetizer and calling it a night. We ordered the ice tea which I'm mentioning because we had eaten in Old town and had iced tea and sent it back as it was pretty bad and we were hesitant to order ice tea anywhere else or they didn't offer fresh brewed tea, but they did here and it was refreshing! I ordered taquitos, my husband and son both ordered a quesadilla one had carne asada the other pollo... so much for sharing an appetizer Our waiter was great, attentive and friendly! Our food was hot and hit the spot! Would definitely come back! read more

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This place really hit the spot! The food here was excellent. The taco salad with chicken was so good. I really loved this place. The service was friendly and the ambiance was amazing. I wish I could come back here but I have to go back up north in a few days. I give them 5 stars I highly recommend people try this place read more

Amigo Cantina - Taco salad with chicken - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Mexican food in the Kings Inn San Diego. What can you say about it. I ordered the chile relleno plater. Good tasting. Would like a little more cheese in or on top. Rice and beans were good. Not dry or too wet. The star of the meal was warm. Beans and rice were hotter than the Chile relleno. Service was fast, even with other couples and one large group when I was there. The waiter was kind enough to correct me on my order as to which plater I wanted because there were two types of Chile relleno platers. Ambiance was pleasant and not loud. Enough to enjoy music and my meal. Pros: The dish was good. Nice atmosphere to enjoy your meal and the company you are with. Cons: Wish my Chile relleno was just as temperature hot like my rice and beans. Would I go back: If you been following me. I also like to try other things on the menu. So, this one is an maybe. Wouldn't go out of my way. read more

Amigo Cantina - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is all about the service. The staff is great. We've gone several times and the staff remembered us from previous vacations. The food is comparable to El Torito but much cheaper. I like the rice and beans. read more

We ended up eating here mostly out of convenience since it's located inside the hotel. We were exhausted and traveling with a fussy toddler, so it felt like the easiest option. Unfortunately, the experience was really disappointing. I ordered the fish tacos and specifically chose grilled fish over beer-battered. What came out was nothing like grilled fish--it was warm, slimy, pale, completely unseasoned, and definitely not grilled. I've lived in Southern California my whole life and have had (and made) plenty of fish tacos, so I know what to expect. This wasn't it. When we brought it to their attention, instead of apologizing, they argued that the fish was grilled and claimed they "lightly batter" their grilled fish and that it's supposed to be served that way. That makes no sense--and if that's truly how they prepare it, it absolutely needs to be clearly stated on the menu. Calling that "grilled fish" is misleading. The situation became even more frustrating when it came to the refund. They went back and forth about whether to refund the full order or just the tacos, and asked us to bring back the leftover food so the cooks could see it. It felt like we had to prove our experience rather than just be taken at our word. To make matters worse, we started feeling sick a couple of hours after eating. The rice was okay, the beans were edible but not good, and the quesadilla was average (it did come with guacamole and sour cream). In the end, we did get a refund for the tacos, but the overall experience--from the food quality to how the situation was handled--left a really bad impression. If this is their version of "grilled fish," I'd be hesitant to order anything else. read more

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Amigo Cantina - 量大惊人，如图感觉能3-4个人吃 - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is surprisingly fantastic!! Great service, drinks and food. The margaritas are every bit as good as old town for a fraction of the cost. Food is authentic and full of flavor @ way less cost. Easy parking and less crowded. Dining room is appointed well with great ambiance and some fun Mexican music. We'll repeat! read more

This place was a hidden gem for Mexican food! At first, I wondered if the reviews were accurate but they definitely were. It wasn't too crowded and we were able to get situated quickly. Our server was a true gentlemen and did a great job getting us drinks and recommending entrees. The margaritas were so good and their salsa was not spicy but still had flavor. They do tell you they charge 2.95 for a refill of chips and salsa, but we did not need it. We had the fish burrito, chicken fajitas, chicken wings and chicken enchilada dinner. All entrees were delicious and tasted authentic. Also, my husband wanted Chili Colorado but changed his mind and the server brought out a sample of it which was not only a kind gesture but it was so good! For people staying in or around hotel circle and are looking for some good Mexican food, look no further! read more

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They had the place decorated for the holidays which was so cute. Our server was attentive and kind. The chips and salsa are so fresh and light, some of the best I've had! I ordered the California burrito which comes with beans a rice. Genuinely some of the best beans and rice I've had. I didn't expect much from this little place based on location and whatnot but I'm very impressed overall. read more

I can't comment too much on the food had an appetizer but it was good tasty seasoned fries, the staff was very attentive to my husband and I. The atmosphere was cute loved the lighting and they had good music would go back if staying at the hotel. read more

Food was terrible. The tortillas were so thick that they were like shoe leather. The chips were stale and the salsa had a very strange taste. The chicken was very dry and had absolutely no flavor. We gave this restaurant a second try and we were very disappointed. I don't know how this restaurant stays in business. Food is the worst of any restaurant we've eaten at in 67 years. Very poor quality. The service was good but there was only one other family in the entire restaurant. The ambiance was old and gloomy. The restaurant could use a facelift. I'd find another restaurant to move in there with a new menu and cook. read more

For what it is, The Amigo Spot gets 5 stars. What is The Amigo Spot? It is an old-school Mexican restaurant located in the super cool, mid-century King's Inn hotel in Hotel Circle. You turn left inside the neat old hotel lobby and you enter The Amigo Spot. Decor is fun! It's like stepping back in time. Ask for a booth. They are a little more dimly lit, which makes the experience even better. My Enchiladas Suizas was incredible. They make the best green sauce and the cheese they use is perfect. If I were going to get another margarita here, I'd ask that it be made with fresh lime instead of a mix. But everything else we had was in-sane. The chips and salsa are addictive as hell. Cannot wait to go back... over and over again! read more

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The Amigo Spot is located in the pristine mid-century King's Inn in Mission Valley. The building has not been renovated or "refreshed", so it is as if you are back in 1958, which is wonderful. No fake "vintage" here. I like the banquettes for two in the bar when you enter the dining room at The Amigo Spot. The house Margarita is good and only $8.00. The menu is still on a COVID-19 streamline version, so there is a limited selection. We hear they are "working on a new menu", but when will it be revealed? For now, the Pollo "en crema" is acceptable, and the corn tortillas offered with the meal are better than expected. Service by the bartender, Amado [who will take care of you if you sit in the bar area] is exceptionally kind, and he is fun to speak with. He also makes a good after dinner Café Mexicano, with Tequila and Kahlua, topped with whipped cream and served in a clear glass mug with a handle. After dinner, be sure to take a stroll through the King's Inn gardens to the kidney shaped pool surrounded by palms. It is located in a courtyard in the center of the hotel. It has a perfectly mid-century vibe. When I visited this evening, there was a lone swimmer rippling through the waters and the sky was a rosy pink from the sunset. It was absolutely gorgeous! read more

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Great food, reasonable prices, and a LOT of free parking. Love this place. The parking alone makes it soooooo much easier than Old Town! Excellent margaritas. read more

Excellent food and service. Menu pretty extensive. Came out fast and hot! Fun atmosphere, not very busy when we went. read more

Amigo Cantina - Dinner out - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

The service was horrible - we get there and ask to be seated outside - the server looked and us horrified and said the only clean table they had left was too far away - it was literally like 20 steps! We said we would wait and he seemed unhappy that he needed to clean an empty table. There were 4 of us. We then ordered 2 appetizers (the taquitos with guacamole on the side and quesadilla) they did not put guac on the side. We ordered a soda , 3 mixed drinks and a beer. They brought us 4 mixed drinks and did not even card my stepson (he is of age - barely - but they didn't know that). He came back like 5 minutes later and we told him the extra drink wasn't ours and he said oh it belongs to another table and was going to just give it to them without remaking it. Food was standard. Drinks were ehh. We got the bill and they didn't give us the hotel guest discount. The other server fixed that and brought us a new bill. I paid it and left. It wasn't until after that I realized they charged us $12 for a drink that - 1. We didn't even order and 2. They took back because we didn't order it. Our bill for 2 apps, 1 beer, 1 soda and 3 mixed drinks we ordered plus 1 we didn't order or keep including tip was $81.99. The discount for being a guest at hotel was $2.54. Despite the convenience of being onsite at the hotel, we will not be going back to this place. read more

We ate here while staying at the hotel. The food was average but good enough for us to eat twice for the convenient location. I thought it was silly that they charged for chips and salsa. The margaritas were overpriced as well. read more

It's a quite place with fantastic food. The rice was amazingly good. I came on a Friday night around 5:00pm. Staff and the bar tender were all friendly. I had the mole enchiladas with rice and beans. read more

Amigo Cantina - Mole enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Stay at the hotel every year for Comic Con adjacent to this restaurant. Food is great with authentic Mexican flavors. Tried many dishes without a disappointment. And all the employees treat you like family. Antonio is the best! Remembers us every year we come. Inside is decorated in a traditional style for the perfect vibe. Nice to be able to stay somewhere and not have to drive around looking for good food. A must try! read more

My family and I were vacationing in San Diego, and The Amigo Spot is the best restaurant I've ever dined at here! Their fajitas are absolutely incredible -- a must-try! read more

Amigo Cantina - Fajitas - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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We're staying at King's Inn and ate here our first night, just in time for Taco Tuesday! $4 tacos and they are generous with the meat and the tacos were filling. I loved the red and green sauce and the grilled pepper that came with my tacos. I ordered the pollo and carne asada, the asada was my favorite. The entire staff was very attentive and accommodating and I loved how the restaurant was decorated. Another plus is 20% off the bill if you are staying at the hotel. We were happy with this spot, the rice and beans are also very good! The beans have a smoky flavor. Good eats. read more

Amigo Cantina - Taco Tuesday $4 each - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Not very impressed with this place. They had quite an extensive menu but the food was as very salty and tasteless. The service was a bit slow, we ended up waiting a while to place our order, and then to get waters refilled and to get our check. The ambiance was very kitschy. Wish the food was better so we could recommend. read more

Great restaurant. Great service. Food is great and very tasty. They decorate for every holiday and play music. Highly recommended. I got the Carne asada platter. It comes with 3 corn or flower tortillas. Asada is very tender and flavorful. My husband & I have been here multiple times since we only stay at The King's Inn (the restaurant is attached to it) when visiting San Diego. read more

Amigo Cantina - Carne Asada Platter. - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Excellent, friendly service. The grilled fish taco was light and tasty. Love the cute decorations.

Great Mexican food & fun nostalgic atmosphere! Will be back again if staying in hotel circle SD!

We were staying at the hotel attached to the restaurant and wanted a quick dinner we didn't have to drive to. We did takeout and we both really enjoyed our meals. The pico de gallo was good, the enchiladas were good, we both really liked the sauce. Refried beans were also good. Didn't love the rice, but overall would go again. Service was great and the server that helped us was very friendly. read more

Delicious! Husband ordered the macho burrito with Pollo Asada (grilled chicken). It was a wet style burrito smothered in sauce and cheese with a generous amount of guac and sour cream to the side. He loved it. He's a fan of Pollo Asada. He had to take a third of it home in a box because it was so much food. We are locals and live close by. (I've lived here for over 40 years). My son ordered the chicken chimichanga. No complaints there! It had shredded chicken breast. It looked like it contained a good amount of meat. I had read a review where the guest didn't like the shredded chicken, so the manager responded that they could have requested grilled chicken. But when I attempted to do that, the waiter told me it was not an option. It didn't really matter in the end because my son ate every last bite! We asked for the guac on the side for him, and the restaurant got it right. Speaking of guacamole, theirs has a TON of flavor. I thought it was mildly spicy, in fact. Lastly, I ordered the Carne Asada burrito. This Carne Asada burrito is not a typical casual San Diego style carne asada burrito. That would be one with thin chopped strips of beef mixed with guacamole (in my experience). However, this carne asada burrito had delicious, tender grilled beef bursting with grilled beef flavor. I repeat, this was higher quality than a typical taco shop. (I also love typical taco shop food, but this was more restaurant style). There were also some beans in the burrito--so I would say this is what locals would call a "mixed" burrito. Also atypical of a carne asada burrito, the scrumptious guacamole was on the side. The service was excellent. The waiter and other staff were very attentive, answered all of my questions, and all of our orders were correct. They also offer contactless payment via a QR code on the receipt. So you can use Apple Pay. The decor was festive and fun. I thought it was all on-point for being so close to Old Town. It was a comfortable and themed, perfect for our meal. Thanks, Amigo Spot! read more

Amigo Cantina - Pollo Asada (grilled chicken) Macho Burrito - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Well, if you want great food, good and fast service, this is the spot. Carnitas were so good, I had to make a to go burrito for breakfast and I never take food to go. I definitely will be back. Chilis Toreados were fire. Bar tender Amado is the best. read more

Tried carne asada burrito here and the meat is great! Tasty and lots of meat on my burrito. Also tried the carnitas platter and the pork was tasty. Highly recommended! read more

We were pleased to stay at the King's Inn and discover the Amigo Spot mexican restaurant. Visiting over the weekend from Santa Barbara, we ate at the Amigo Spot our first evening. I had the Macho Burrito,chile verde, and was HUGE and delicious. Spouse had a cheese enchilada plate. Also very good. We have some good mexican restaurants in Santa Barbara, but Amigo Spot is as good as the best in SB. Service was great, atmosphere nice, parking easy. All good. read more

Oh my goodness that was good! I had the steak asada plate. It came with three tortillas that tasted homemade. Deeeelicious! I ordered it through the Yelp page, it routed me to grub hub, I ordered and paid and it was ready in 15 minutes. Excellent! read more

Soooo I came again and since it was late I did it to go. The fish tacos had no flavor, the carne asada was good but not great, chicken quesadilla was the only thing that was good. Got a michelada and a Bloody Mary, sorry to say but this time they disappointed. Last time they were so much bigger and better tasting. I'll stay with the breakfast spot better read more

I have been a regular at the Amigo Spot for close to 10 years. We stopped by on Tuesday for Taco Tuesday and us, along with our friends had a great time. The street tacos are some of the best in San Diego. They do Al Pastor, Carne Asada, Suadero, Pollo, just to name a few. After tacos we had some Fried Ice Cream. The service was impeccable and the food was amazing. We will definitely be returning to The Amigo Spot. read more

We really like the ambiance of this restaurant- it's very colorful and the booths are really comfy. The decor is inviting. The staff is friendly, polite, and responsive. We enjoyed our entrees and thought they were flavorful. The portions are large and our bellies were plenty full when we were finished. The only thing we would not buy again is the chips & salsa. The salsa is good and tastes fresh, but the chips are not my favorite and not worth the price in my opinion. Another great convenience was the option to scan the QR code on the receipt to pay! So easy! read more

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Really great food, Drinks and atmosphere. Came here with my dad twice and enjoyed it both times. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

We were staying at the Kings Inn (hotel where Amigo is located) for an undetermined amount of time. We came to Amigo multiple times to enjoy their delicious fajitas!! We ordered for 2 and still had leftovers. Then, we ordered for 2 and split between 3; that portion was just right! Wish I could give them FIVE stars, but I have to admit: the fact they weren't able to warm up our fajitas leftovers that we purchased at THEIR restaurant and were staying at THEIR hotel for multiple nights made me upset. Really, you can't warm up food purchased there for your own guests? The manager then suggested I rent a microwave from the lobby for the night. Good to know. That was exactly what we did since we were beat from working all day and had zero energy to do anything after that. Come, eat and drink well, but don't ask them to warm up your leftovers (lol). Live music nights is fun! read more