I was in this shopping center and decided to give them a try. I walked in, the space is small with one table outside. The place had a good amount of people inside around 10:26am. I decided on my order and went up to the register, then I noticed the cash only sign on the register. I didn't have cash on me but my sister did so I proceeded to order. It took 20 minutes to get a breakfast burrito. While the staff was pleasant I won't be returning there were many things that could have been better including the taste of the burrito. read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

Wow where do I start. My mom wanted mexican food, so she told me to come here. I phoned in our order. I ordered 2 beef soft tacos with rice and beans and a carnitas burrito. I asked on the phone what comes in the burrito. All she told me was carnitas and guacamole. I say ok can I add beans and cheese please. They said yes. That's it for my order. I come to pick it up, it's cash only I called in the order, it would have been nice of the person on the phone let me know that it's cash only so I can be better prepared. That was annoying. So I had to go to the ATM, get charged a ridiculous ATM fee. Then I confirm with the lady that the burrito doesn't have Pico de gallo because Im allergic to onions. She says no, but the guacamole has onions. I say oh I'm sorry, I cant take the burrito then. She gets upset, talks crap to her fellow co worker about my order, then I guess refires the order. I didn't know she was going to refire, as I kept asking her if she was going to do that, she didnt have to. That night, my mom gets sick and is throwing up. My mom believes she got food poisoning. I wouldn't doubt they probably did something to our food after the ladies bad attitude. Needless to say, we will not be coming back. Their carnitas were dry anyways. I told her I cant take the burrito read more

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Places an order for carne asasa fries and it had all fries and little to no meat and toppings.

I'm recommending for both food & service! I met Maria, who was very sweet, friendly & even told me about the local area & where to go. I ordered the grilled chicken taco & it was delicious, spicy, very fresh & made to order. Highly recommend this very yummy Mexican hub! read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

The business only takes cash only. When I see that especially in a large shopping center that's very discouraging. One it tells me they are not up with technology or two they're trying to beat the IRS by taking cash only not reporting taxes. I would never dine in a place that only takes cash . I ended only up leaving. read more

No issues here. The staff was nice. I asked for napkins and sauce no problem. The woman that prepared the food to go out after it was cooked handed the food with a smile. They only had 6 tables. We came on Saturday at lunch time and it was consistently busy. People kept coming in. The woman taking the orders was serious and pretty but you can tell she was trying to handle everything. The carne asada fries was a normal size and the California burrito was good. read more

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When I was younger everyone raves about this taco shop so it was time to finally give it a try. I will say I was shocked to see that they are still cash only but thankfully the gas station store has an ATM so it was pretty easy to get cash and the store itself also has an ATM which I didn't realize until after I got cash. I got a breakfast burrito and my boyfriend got a combo plate which was a lot of food! I did enjoy the breakfast burrito and their hot sauces were spicy but super flavorful and good! read more

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Pro trip: cash only. I recently moved and have been looking for my new neighborhood Mexican shop. I observed the most every day lunch rush here. So. I knew I had to stop. I will tell you this is not Satiras in south bay, but it is good, and the best I have had north county inland. I came in after lunch. Ordered a breakfast burrito with a horchata. It was made fresh. The food was good quality, fresh, tasty and well prepared. It kept be full for two meals!!! The staff was super nice. They do have salsas behind the counter. Make sure you ask for what you need. I got mine as a take away.But they do have like 10 tables inside (maybe), all booth style. I do travel with a service dog, one thing that was nice... the floor was super clean under the tables. The tables were clean (can't say the same for my South Bay Saritas). A standard taco shop decor. Stop by. I think you'll find something you like :) read more

CASH ONLY - I've been to this location a few Time over the years. It's satisfactory, but keep in mind that it's the only taco shop in this area. The primary clientele are trade workers and day labarorers. Steak Breakfast burrito - Love their tortillas with the brown spots. This burrito was filled with egg, beans, rice, real potatoes, and steak. It was really good. I can see why this place is so busy for breakfast and lunch. * No salsa bar read more

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Sorry to say, this place makes the worst California burrito ever. It's pretty much all French fries, little carne asada, no pico, no sour cream, and no guacamole. See the photos. It was dry, tasteless and sad. What in the world?! Wasted $12.50. Cash only. Avoid avoid. read more

Chito's Taco Shop - California burrito. Bad - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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Great little taco shop in North County! I stopped by here for a bite and was very happy with the food and customer service. I was greeted by a wonderfully nice lady. The shop is small and I am not sure how it would feel if it was crowded. I ordered a carne asada burrito with beans and sour cream. The burrito was made quickly. The tortilla was very fresh and huge. The carne asada could have used some type of seasoning but it was drowned in sour cream, guac and beans so it was still very good. The carne asada was tender and fresh. Beans and guacamole were very good. I will be back to try more menu items! read more

Chito's Taco Shop - menus on the wall - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

The California burrito gave me food poisoning and the service sucks - the lady behind the counter is super rude. Also, why is this place so stingy with salsa? I asked the lady for 6 salsas, she gave me 2. When I reminded her I wanted 6 she gave me one more. So ridiculous First and last time coming here. read more

I just realized I left a 2 star by mistake! Their food is amazing and they have excellent customer service!

Cash only, be advised. Everything made to order, sometimes it gets busy and the wait is a little long. Food above average, convenient to me, rolled tacos are really good. read more

I have been here twice now completely by accident; I was getting gas at the corner. But I was glad that I found it. I think all of these people who are complaining about the Spanish-speaking people who work here, and the cash-only situation are sounding a little racist. I am Mexican and I speak Spanish and I noticed that a lot of Mexican workmen came in after I did and so I figured the food must be good and I was right. I arrived at exactly 1pm on a weekday and I ordered right away, no line and plenty of booths available to sit in but I ordered to go. I was in the mood for rolled tacos (chicken) so ordered it "con todo," with everything. I wasn't sure what everything was but it was good. I got the green salsa to go too. When I got home and opened the food bag up, I was surprised at how huge it was. It honestly had everything on it. I ordered the 5 rolled tacos and I ate 3 for lunch and just had 2 for appetizer before dinner. I feel full. There was guacamole with cheese and lettuce and tomatoes on top and the green salsa had a good flavor and a little spice. I think the 5 rolled tacos are $8 and mine was $9 because I ordered it with everything but I think it's a fair price considering how substantial they were. So, people: please just bring cash and be nice to the people who work there. They work hard and need everyone's support. Do you want to live in a world without little taco shops? No! read more

Cash only. Pls don't complain about pricing- it's very reasonable for what you are getting. We ordered: 1. a single chicken enchilada - look at the pic- totally loaded! The sauce was delicious and we sopped up every last drop. 2. Chilaquiles- green (red also avail) delicious but I wish I had asked for an egg or more protein. Served with beans and rice, a mild roasted jalapeño and a dollop of crema. 3. Large Jamaica- $4 for almost a whole quart is very reasonable- usually drinks half this size are $4! Refills are $2.50. We stopped by after karate class nearby at 9:30 am and found this was the only restaurant in the mall that was open so early on a Sat morning. We had no wait but within 30 min, orders had started pouring in on the phone and a line had formed. Service was fast and friendly, and parking was plentiful in this mini-mall by the 15 freeway. Extra hot sauce is available upon request. Would definitely return again on a Saturday morning. Next time, I will try the adobada! Recommend the enchilada but not so much the chilaquiles. read more

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The best carne asada burrito from a small taco shop.... I had to stop by for one every time when I was in the area. They have increased their price quite a bit but I would still come back for the burrito that's loaded with meat. I also tried shrimp burrito, California burrito, fish tacos, rolled tacos, cheese quesadillas and more. The taste has been consistent. The wait was long during peak lunch hour and it's cash only. read more

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First time there as I just moved into the area. Really good shrimp a la diablos and carne asada, Guac was great. Will be back.

Opening caveat: it would be much more helpful if reviewers actually used the readily accessible power of the English language to convey useful information, and not drone on about something or someplace being "fire", or "bomb" or that it was "on point" (which point? whose point? what's the point?) or that it "did not disappoint" (a backhanded compliment if I ever heard one), or it was "to die for" (really?). Anyway, this is a solid little taqueria! Yes, it's a bit more costly than others in town and they don't take credit cards. Until I return for further meat type sampling, I find the adobada tacos to be among the best in the region in terms of quality, quantity, and taste. Their salsas are like most places: just a red and a green. But they are pleasantly tastier, thicker, and hotter than most. My only disappointments were that my request for some chips and salsa met with a $6.00 charge for a big plate of chips topped with a few chopped tomatoes and a sprinkling of shredded cheese. And the tacos are the huge type, whereas I prefer the street style so I can sample a variety of meats in one sitting. read more

Chito's Taco Shop - $5.85 Adobada taco and $6.00 chips. - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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I constantly recommend this taco shop as it's one of the best in town. I always get the bean and cheese burrito and it never disappoints. There's just something about their refried beans. That's just so much better than any other Taco Shop. I've tried. The service is good and you know it's a great place as there's always a line out the door. What's even better is that their prices are very good. I'm fortunate enough to live 1.5 miles down the road so that helps also. I've had their taquitos and friends have had their California burrito and their Carne Asada burrito and everybody has always loved their food. read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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Yummy CA burrito, carne asada burrito fatty. People aren't friendly on call in or inside.

Best bean and cheese burrito in Escondido. cash only Love the rolled tacos too and the chicken salad burrito. read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Current Chitos menu - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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Why are y'all so mean with your ratings?? Chito's is awesome. I wasn't pleased with their breakfast burrito meat options (bacon, ham, and I can't remember the other one). They had chorizo, but that option was only chorizo con huevo, so I was like "nah". The lady at the cashier was kind enough to be flexible and let me add chorizo to the California burrito! I was like, "SCORE!!!" Spoiler alert: it was phenomenal. Their salsas are spicy af, I was okay with two green for the entire burrito. I didn't like the red as much, but you should decide for yourself! FIRE establishment, I can't wait to hear what you think about it. read more

Chito's Taco Shop - the front of the building - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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Ya serious? Used to be great and food is still pretty good. But their prices and food portions have gone way south. Just paid $13 for a carne asada burrito and this is what I got. Taco Bell size proportions. What a rip. Can get a whole pizza on special next door for this (and did). read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Disappointing burrito - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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they have some things they do well and some things they just don't care about. example: large side of rice they put in a regular 16oz soda cup (like the normal size you get at jack in the box or taco bell) and charge $8.60 for it. makes no sense, not close to worth that amount. some of their stuff is decent like the 3 rolled taco 1 fish taco combo (special menu) which was $8.60 last time I looked at it. same price as the rice. feels criminal. just strange how some stuff is fine but some is like they don't care about making it read more

Chito's Mexican Food today as someone was craving fish tacos. The small shop takes only cash but service is quick and friendly. I had the quesadilla supreme with carne asada and it was delicious. Fish tacos were fried and crispy. Lunch and two cokes for $29. For quality food in a quick time frame hit up Chito's. Go somewhere else for date night! #mexican #escondido read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Quesadilla supreme with carne asada - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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Great restaurant! I love adobada, and this place makes the best adobada tacos and burritos in north county IMO. Great flavor, ingredients seem fresh, good portion sizes. Love the variety of salsas. Sometimes they also sell homemade cookies on the side that are delicious! read more

Stopped in on a whim and was impressed with their tasty food. I especially enjoyed the enchilada sauce, which was on the sweeter side reminding me of a mole style sauce. The portions were generous. The service was average, but a bit rushed. It did take 25 minutes to get our order, but it was a busy lunch time in their defense. No free refills on drinks either. The tables were clean, there are several booths for a party of 4-5 to sit at. read more

Great service, fast, old school yummy Mexican with super crunchy taco shells. Parking is tight at busy times but worth the stop. Cash only place. carne asada is great too! read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

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Do not come to this place or you will be disappointed the worst torta I've ever had in my life little bit of meat beans and that's it. Two pieces of bread no jalapeños on nachos. read more

The line was out the door.. I just knew this place was going to taste like heaven.. when I got to the front of the line I ordered my food when I say that this place was different it was I had to add extra cheese.. add guacamole pico de gallo things like that everything was à la carte and it really stressed me out because I don't understand how I can order a carne Asada burrito and all that it comes with carne Asada and guacamole then They had the audacity to only take cash no card like what the fuck what year are we living in where you don't take card and only cash that's illegal .. smh.. what in the tax free illegal shit is going on here read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

This place was pretty crowded, but after having eaten there, I'm not sure why. 1. They're located in a strip mall and the parking lot was busy, but I found a spot relatively close. 2. They're cash only - WTF?! They do have an ATM in the restaurant, but it was still a pain. 3. The service was kind of slow. 4. The food was average - definitely not anything I'd drive out of my way to eat. I don't know, maybe I just went on a bad day, but I don't see myself going back anytime soon. read more

Ordered food through Yelp/DoorDash but order was never received by Chito's. I tried calling but the phone number did not work. When I arrived I saw that the restaurant's DoorDash tablet was not turned on. About that same time I received a message from Yelp saying my order was cancelled. I would have ordered while I was there but I did not have any cash, and it is a cash only business. I will give them another try on a different day. read more

Got a Carne Asada Burrito. The meat was over cooked and dry, hardly any pico de gallo or guacamole. Worst burrito Ive ever had. Service was slow and they only accept cash!!! read more

Chito's Taco Shop is a small, almost hidden shop in a little mall North side of Target in Escondido. My friend and I were across the street, hunger struck, and this place seemed like a convenient option. They only accept cash, which is inconvenient, but I was lucky to have some on me. Pricing is very reasonable at $5.50 for a beef taco. My taco was a bit small, but it packed a punch. The tortilla was light and soft. Cutting into it, the meat sauce leaks out. The shredded beef was tasty and I really enjoyed my burrito. read more

Chito's Taco Shop - Shredded beef burrito - Mexican Near Me - Escondido, California

Had the Carne Asada Burrito today for lunch, it was awesome! Lots of seasoned beef and the green sauce had just enough heat. Next time I'm in Escondido I'll be back to Chitos! read more

This place has some big size fish tacos and they were delicious! The fish taco plate came with beans and rice. I give their beans an A+. Yellow Spanish rice a little on the bland side but no complaining it is rice. A large green pepper that looks like Jalapeño comes with the meal. The Carne Asada Torta was okay. The bread as you can see in the picture attached is a little burnt on top. Tasted flavorful. If you're looking for healthy, the Chicken Fajita plate hits the spot and also comes with rice and beans. Just the right amount of onions. The salsas here, both red and green, are good and SPICY! Lastly, good thing I had some cash on me because apparently they don't take credit cards. Overall a good place to go for Mexican food especially the fish taco! read more

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This place use to be good back in the day, but the last two times I went there the quality of food sucked. Meat portion size is low and instead fill your burrito with potato and veggies. Not going back here again. read more

I'm a regular at this place, it is a small place with plenty of parking. I usually order to go, just order at the counter, wait for your food and cash only. I like their flavors, they have like a salsa bar so you can choose but salsas is not their strength I found them bland with lack of good flavor. We usually order: - California burrito.- good. - Breakfast burrito.- I always asked it without potatoes but it is very salty so they need to really put a lot less salt because the bacon is already salty. - Roll tacos.- one of my favorites. - Abobada tacos.- meat is a little dry but good. I think the food taste is good so I recommend it but they need to have better salsas and reduce the salt. read more

I'll preface this with the fact that we've been coming here since 2003'ish. Food has always been good. It is also my understanding that this place is CASH ONLY from what I could deduce. Came in the other day for an order of 5 rolled tacos with guac & cheese only. Paid $10 too! The gal at the register was a ray of sunshine- she was all smiles, very friendly, and attentive. The bugaboo was the guacamole. You can tell that the guacamole was "reduced" to the textbook "extra light green colored" guacamole which leads one to make the inference that they are basically watering down their guacamole with cheaper ingredients to get the avocados to go further. NOT GOOD! The other issue was that the application of said guacamole was quite literally a thin shmear over the rolled tacos. Ridiculous! When I order rolled tacos, I want true, green, pure avocado guacamole that is NOT mixed with other ingredients to "water-it-down." I also expect a reasonably sized "dollop" on my rolled tacos. And it's always wild to me that places keep a tip jar on the counter. First of all, I am placing an order while standing up. Second of all, I haven't even received my order, much less eaten it to be able to give a fair assessment on whether or not I want to tip. This overtipping nonsense is like saying- "good job at doing your job!" - before the business transaction is even complete! read more