Tacos El Gordo hits right every time! If you're a foodie you know that's this is the spot. This is…read moreby far the best location to get authentic TJ tacos. The Carne Asada Taco has a smoky beef flavor, and the quesadilla with corn tortilla has that seared cheese effect that you can only get with Oaxaca cheese, which is like a Mexican Mozzarella. I highly recommend pairing a quesadilla with your tacos. You can order it from any line. I've been going to Tacos El Gordo for almost 25 years now and it is still legit! This place is a San Diego staple that is true to home, and if you're not from San Diego, don't leave without trying it out!

Iconic, but overrated. Mediocre tacos San Diegans always recommend. To be clear they're not bad,…read morethere's just much better taco/mexican places. Try it once bc it's the thing to do when in SD, but only this location. Gaslamp location somehow worse unless you're blasted. Their adobada is probably their best meat. Al pastor was ok but surprisingly lacking in flavor. Carne Asada was all smoke, overwhelming smoke taste and not in a good way. Service was quick with their unique ordering system. They keep the ambiance simple with decently clean tables which is nice considering the large crowds they deal with.

1000% awesome sauce !! We are back in San Diego for comic…read morecon. And checked into our hotel. Let's get tacos. We had the asada, suadero, carnaza campechano and lengua . All of the were great but the suadero tacos and Campechano were my favorite. They bring you a big salsa display also I love the peanut salsa OMG!!! Come get yours asap!!!

Of the three meat options, pastor, campechano, and suadero, I highly recommend the suadero. It was…read moretender and reminded me of a fall off the bone short rib. I also loved the concept of the salsa tower, especially that each table receives a fresh set of salsas rather than having them continuously refilled. It feels much more sanitary and thoughtful. For me, salsa can make or break a taqueria. Unfortunately, I did not find a salsa I like. Combined with the higher price point, that's probably the main reason I wouldn't return.

Solid food. Clean space. Fast service…read more I found the meat a bit too salty for my liking, but overall still yummy.

Got nearly everything on their menu and nothing was close to standing out…read more Most of it felt like microwave food. The adobada was the only what that was halfway decent. Inside wasn't too clean and bathrooms were horrendous. Server was very nice. Will never return.

This is the best of the best place to get Cabeza it can't get any better then this! Thank you all…read morefor doing such a great job and making it such a great experience for my Family and I!

Fantastic Mexican spot! Don't let the unusual cuts scare you, everything is had was delicious…read more We ordered the head meat, cheek, tongue, lips, tripas, al pastor, and asada tacos along with the chicharron de queso and the head soup. I love soups, and this was definitely a hit. Tender meat with a deep beefy aroma, devoured it even on a hot summer day. Of the tacos, I especially liked the lips and cheeks. Will be back to try other unusual cuts in the future.

Everything was excellent from the service to the food!! And the patio with screen is a great idea!!!read more

Food- good Will try again when in san diego…read more Great tacos and meat was very flavorful.

We very much enjoyed our meal at El Viejon in Chula Vista. When dining in, you order at the counter…read moreand they bring your food to your table. It is a small location but they really have maximized the space. We had no trouble getting a booth. We ordered the fish ceviche bowl to share, which was delicious. A generous shareable serving and the fish was perfectly "cooked." Ceviches are served with your choice of tostadas or chips. I would prefer more pico and perhaps some avocado. But overall it was a 9/10 dish. I also ordered a grilled fish taco with rice and beans. The fish taco was so flavorful and stuffed full with toppings and a large piece of grilled fish. This taco was outstanding. 10/10. My partner had the surf and turf nachos which he also rated highly. I think they could have used a little more cheese. But he said the steak was tender and juicy. The shrimp were seasoned well and there were a lot of them! Everything was delicious and we will be back for sure!

We had the pleasure of having lunch here on Friday afternoon. Service and food were both excellent…read more My sisters and I ordered carne asada nachos and the surf and turf burrito. Everything was delicious and tasted fresh. Staff was friendly and they thanked us as we left the store. Very nice experience for our first time trying it. Highly recommend and we will definitely return.

Sometimes, there are nights when only tacos can fix me. It's no secret that San Diego has tacos in…read morespades and being so close to the border, you'd think that a quest to find the perfect taco would be as simple as rolling down to the nearest taqueria. Except, it's not quite that simple. Many beloved staples have gone downhill, while some newer spots that might boast things like a Michelin mention or multiple locations ranging from TJ to Vegas contain more hype and gristle than tender meat and substance. Enter Chula Tacos. Chula is, and always was, the type of place that makes you forget that you're not actually in Tijuana. While part of me misses their OG Market Street location, seeing them with brick-and-mortars feels hard-earned and well-deserved. This location on Palm in IB is relatively easy to access from the freeway, but parking can be tricky. You can safely assume that it will be busy and you will either have to be very lucky or be willing to find a spot on the street. Out of all the times I've been here, it's always been crowded enough that I've never been able to find a table inside, but I enjoy sitting out on the patio next to the ahumederos. The first thing that hits you walking through the door is how amazing everything smells. The queue to the cashier takes you near a window showing the kitchen where you can see the Chula Tacos team making fresh tortillas, slicing meat from the trompos, grilling up jalapenos, nopales, onions, labio, and tripa. For me, it's not so much a challenge to decide what I want, it's more a challenge to keep myself from ordering everything. My usual is four tacos: two asada, two al pastor (but I've heard that I should also try their world famous keka). The tacos though? Perfection. Every time, the asada is the juiciest and most tender I've ever eaten, the al pastor is succulent and flavorful, and no taco in front of me is long for the world. At $3.50 each, every one of them is absolutely loaded. Three would honestly fill me up, but I always want four. After getting burned by spots that ask around 75% more and deliver anywhere between 25-50% less, Chula Tacos feels like an absolute godsend of a Tijuana-style taqueria and I can't see any other contenders being my go-to. So, when I say "Tacos will fix me," what I mean nowadays is "Chula Tacos will fix me."

Chula Tacos in Nestor is definitely worth a visit if you're looking for authentic, flavorful tacos…read morewith generous portions. Every item we ordered was packed with delicious flavors and made fresh. One thing that stood out was their attention to detail with to-go orders--they provided plenty of condiments, including a variety of salsas, cucumbers, radishes, and peppers, which really elevated the meal. The highlight of the menu is the Keka Taco. It is incredibly delicious, loaded with flavor, and so filling that it can easily satisfy even the biggest appetite. The only downside to this establishment is the limited parking, which can make picking up your order a bit challenging during busy times. However, the amazing food and generous portions more than make up for the parking inconvenience. If you're in the area, the Keka Taco is a must-try!

So sad this spot shut down! I used to come here on my lunch break whenever I was craving tacos. The…read morebest part was the two-for-one tacos! unbeatable. The salsa bar had so many options and every single one was fire. I always ordered the adobada and it hit EVERY time. Honestly, this was one of my top spots, and I wish I had gone more while they were still open. Customer service was cool, parking was decent, and the inside was surprisingly big with plenty of seating. It's weird how many taco places have come and gone in this location... but I'm definitely excited because my #1 fave taco spot is opening up here now. Since they closed, all I can say is: I'm hyped Chula Tacos is coming!! I already know they're gonna last!

taqueriabyelprieto is an authentic Mexican spot serving a wide variety of tacos, mainly with meat…read moreor chicken. I loved how juicy and flavorful the tacos were--full with quality ingredients. We also tried their famous Papa Loca Adobada, and it was incredibly rich and delicious. They have a great Taco Tuesday offer all day long from 4pm to 1am Adobada taco only. Highly recommend!

I'm currently obsessed with their monster rolled tacos. They are not your typical rolled tacos…read morefrom a taco shop, but they are yummy. Reminds me of the rolled tacos from Mexico City. Also recommend the grilled shrimp tacos, also delicious. Their daily specials are also good. Can't beat the 1.99 Fish Taco on Mondays. I personally also enjoy their Birria, good portions. Overall, it's a good spot in our community. The only reason I don't give them 5 stars is because I'm not a fan of their carne asada. Its bland. If it was good, I would eat here every day (not really but you get the point).

Tacos were generous on meat. Tortillas were ok. I like doubled Tortillas. Steak had a bit of…read moreseafood taste telling me they dont clean griddle well. I liked radishes on side with pickled onions. I would prefer salsa bar.overall pretty good

It's been awhile & I gladly like to update my review here up to 4 stars! One of my fav taco shops…read morein SD. At first I gave them a great review & last time not so great due to prices & portions. Well now over the years their prices are better than other taco shops & portions have gotten bigger. Tho they only have 3 tacos on the menu, Carne Asada, Birria, Adobada, they are good & they have one of the better Birria soup/broth in SD. Their carne asada is one of the best in SD, so juicy & soft I love it, their Birria taco is good too but I prefer their order of Birria or broth & their Adobada is ok just a bit too marinated for me. They also have burritos, tortas & Mullitas & I recommend the Carne Asada form in those because I believe they have one of the best Carne Asada meats in SD. The customer service is really good, cooks are cool & fast & the girls on the register are really nice & the place is always clean. And you know the best part, they have a dispensary/weed store next door so you can buy a joint & go smoke a joint in your car & then walk here & get a few tacos & Birria broth, now that's a perfect breakfast or lunch, tacos & weed go hand & hand baby :) Overall a good little hole in the wall taco shop if you don't want crazy long lines & good service & good tacos & Birria meat or broth this is your place. I even met the Baseball player Adrain Gonzalez here (you can see in my pics) & had tacos on the table next to him & talked baseball a bit & no I was not high, at that moment. So keep up the good job Poblano's & staff & see you soon amigos :)

Since we were shopping at Home Depot we had to swing by for a quick snack. Authentic street taco…read moreflavor from TJ. Most definitely a MUST try. The hubby had the burrito (smaller than average). I had 2 street tacos. Everything was so flavorful. Quick service & chill vibes. * Burrito Mixto * Quesataco De Birria * Quesataco De Asada #DiningWithTheAndersons #ComidaMexicana #Tacos #tacoselpoblano #YummyGoodness