This place used to be the spot back in the day, which makes it sad to say that's no longer the case. I ordered a half order of carne asada fries about an hour before closing and was given cold, stale fries topped with cold, funky-tasting meat. The only thing that made them edible was their good spicy red salsa. Definitely not worth $13.80. Just sad. read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Sad cold fries and funky tasting meat - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

*casual ambiance *tasty food *friendly customer service I've been here a couple of times, and it's definitely one of my go-to spots when I'm craving carne asada chips/fries, rolled tacos, or beef tacos, or when I just need a quick lunch or dinner. Parking in the front can be tough, but there's plenty of parking in the back, which makes it super convenient. The location is right in the heart of Downtown Chula Vista on 3rd Ave, so it's easy to stop by while you're in the area. The food is tasty, the customer service is great, and the taco shop is spacious. Definitely a must-go taco spot if you're nearby! read more

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We love this taco shop. Always great service and the food is yummy. We especially like the menudo here. Available on the weekends and sometimes on Monday. Rolled tacos are some of the best around (extra crispy of course). Chill vibes..... read more

This is a staple Taco shop . A great place to grab and go. The food is amazing, the service is top notch. They are a true pillar of the community helping different groups with fundraising. The appeal of decor for nice dining in as well. The menudo is always a must. As well as the rolled tacos. Whenever we have anyone visiting we take them here. read more

Don Pedro is amazing. Their rolled tacos are straight-up on hit crispy, meaty, and packed with flavor in every bite. You know that perfect crunch you look for? They nail it every single time. And the menudo? Bomb. Dot. Com. It hits the spot whether it's a weekend comfort fix or you just need something legit and satisfying. I love coming here for my fix it's one of those places you crave out of nowhere because you already know it's going to deliver. If you haven't tried Don Pedro yet, you're missing out. It's def a Chula classic read more

My bf and i got a half order of fries and menudo. Menudo was very clean had no smell. The fries were crispy and not like refried in old oil crispy but good crispy. Good salsa 10/10 for me. read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Half order carne asada fries and menudo - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Ordered a crispy chicken chimichanga and this is what I got. A MUSHY no flavored taste like canned chicken. Yuck. Can I get a refund. I ended tossing it out. read more

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Stopped here for some dinner. I got the potato tacos and my husband got the chile relleno plate. The service was also very good! She helped my husband bring out the drink and chips since we have our dog outside. So helpful and nice! Chips were thick and crispy. Just how I like them. The salsa was so flavorful! Not super spicy but every bit as tasty. My potato tacos were the perfect amount of fried and the hot green sauce was perfect with it. The red sauce was spicy but still yummy. My husband said the chile rellenos were good. He liked the presentation and the cheese had a good cheese pull. Would definitely come back! We ate outside and enjoyed the breeziness of Chula Vista. read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Potato tacos! - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

A fast stop for some yummy tacos. I thought it was a little pricey for one taco but it was a pretty big one! Comes with some chips and salsa that is a good amount of spicy and flavorful. read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Free chips and salsa - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Came for lunch after pickleball. My first time and I was please to find out #Menudo was available on a Thursday. It was delicious service was nice and friendly. You order at the counter and seat yourself. They served complimentary crispy chips and salsa and also delivered your order to you. There were five of us and no complaints about the food. Great taco shop read more

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Can't go wrong with the California burrito or carne asada fries. If you're looking for a good taco shop in Chula Vista with good service and food this is it read more

3rd Street has a lot a breweries and most don't have food to go along. Don't Pedro to the rescue. Got a fish taco and a Carnitas taco to eat while at 3 Punks Ales Brewing. Tacos were huge and hit the spot. The Carnitas was especially good since it was crispy. The fish taco was a fried fish and had several pieces. Both benefited from the use of a fork to consume the extra toppings. Reasonable prices and recommended. read more

Lots of options. It really feels like being in Mexico -- very homey and welcoming. The service was fast, and the lady who took our order was very kind and pleasant. read more

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The best carne Asada fries in Chula Vista!!! I love the food and the staff!! Amazing location too!!!

The many places that have breakfast burritos and the breakfast plates I wanted to try some of the best breakfast bowls rritos and the rolled many times fo ding rolled tacos that are to thick and the ends are hard cooked . I ventured into the Chula Vista Village with many places yet the many restaurMts was of a few locations . Taking the bus into the Village you can venture through the many areas of the Chula Vista Village the pubs they have you find those of the pink rock bars. For the many businesses you see are from the clothiers and designers finding the businesses are with some of the smaller shops with smaller restaurants you can find of authentic Mexican and sit down restaurants. Arriving at the Don Pedro Taco Shop seeing the sign at the sign of the specials for food places in the Village were further down the main strip . Going into the taco seeing a few people of the fro t counter seeing the many orders going from the cashier's that were bagging and cleaning tables. Ordering 2 orders of rolled tacos that were thicker than of tortillas that were used the ends of the orders were overcooked for the orders of the Rice and Beans that were very well done . For the location of the Don Pedro Taco Shop the Interior showed the type of restaurant and the many decorations of the restaurant. The interior of the restaurant showed the looks of the decorations and the Spanish decor was one that was very clean v ry basic . The breakfast Burrito was one of the biggest with bacon and eggs and french fries one meal the size of a brunch burrito . For the best burritos you can get at great prices is stop in at the Don Pedro Taco Shop As a Yelp Elite this was one best days to find an authentic restaurant that has great prices with hot food and cold drinks that is close to the bus routes seats for kids they had a kids meal menu. read more

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Been coming here for years. LOVE this small spot in chula vista. Super fast service, yummy food, and kind staff. They give you chips and salsa if you eat there. Really yummy would recommend read more

Purchased rolled tacos especial on new years eve after work. I was sick all night after eating. Although this place is walking distance from home i will not return i will also let my friends and family know that this was not the 1st time I got sick from don Pedro's. read more

Chili reano here was good but fairly standard. Fish taco has 2 fish sticks piled with cabbage and sour cream. Fairly good for run of the mill taqueria read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Chili reano - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

We were walking around town when we decided to try this place. Restaurant was clean but we opted to eat outside and enjoy the weather. Our tacos were huge and very tasty. Our server brought us napkins and extra silverware in case we needed it. She also checked on us during our stay. read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Tacos were delicious and huge - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Bought my daughter a bean and rice burrito. Everything was good up until my daughter pulled plastic trash from her mouth that came from the burrito. So disgusting I felt so bad for her! read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Plastic trash that came from the burrito - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

This was my first time coming to Don Pedro Taco Shop and when I entered it smelled delicious! We ordered breakfast burritos and homemade tamales. The homemade tamales were moist and wasn't slacking on the filling. The bacon burrito was very good, however, halfway through, we found a piece of hair in the cheese. It continued to go downhill when we found a second piece of hair, again in the cheese. Unfortunately we had to stop eating after that. read more

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Woman at front counter doesn't provide extra salsas if asked. Im sure it is because she has to replace them herself. Customer service front counter rep needs more enthusiasm. Great food! :) read more

We ordered a tray of carne asada, pollo asada, refried beans, and rice for our office holiday party. Everything was really fresh and tasty. Our staff was really happy! Thank you! read more

The food here is so good and the salsas as well. everyone inside is super friendly. The inside also looks super clean. 10/10 would recommend and the best taco shop I've been to!!! (I got the rolled tacos, my family ordered carne asada fries, a burrito) read more

The container for the menudo to go is extremely small for the amount of money you have to pay

Great Mexican food, excellent service, perfect location, family-owned and operated! On weekends, the menudo is 100%! Love this place!!

I was in a hurry in between errands, enjoy Mexican food and just wanted a bite to eat. Don Pedro's Taco was perfect. Fast, efficient, inexpensive. Friendly people, too. A no-nonsense place! read more

A great place and quick place to get a bite. Nothing too special, but it hits the spot. When I went it was quiet and nice. Carne Asada Fries was good and I really do appreciate how everything was portioned well. They didn't just drown it in guacamole and sour cream. Caldo was also pretty good. On a cold day this a must have. Appreciate the service, quick and attentive as well. Thank you! read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Carne Asada Fries - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Have not been here in several years HOWEVER (prior to COVID) I learned that this company use to sell tamales at Christmas Starlight Nights Parade in December and I fell in love with their tamales. Could eat 2 or 3... because it was so delicious. However, upon attending the 3rd Avenue Starlight Lights for the tree lighting but to my surprise no tamales. So we ventured here to see if they still have tamales. The have a few Res (beef), Puerco (pork), Pollo (Chicken) and Rajas (Cheese & Green Chile). We opt for two (2) Tamales de Rajas. Just as good as I remember BUT much smaller than I remember for a $3.99 ticket price. Happily paid as it was worth the ticket price and filing. The decor hasn't changed much and the staff is quick, efficient and friendly. The menu is extensive and smelled good as the place was packed with customers, although on the smaller side...every table was packed. Will definitely be back for more tamales! read more

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Huge burritos, delicious ingredients, excellent prices, fast service, expansive selection of drinks and food, friendly people behind the counter, tasty salsas. Easy 5/5 for me. read more

Excellent customer service here! Right on the main strip of Chula Vista and tucked away! It's a cozy little hole in the wall joint with simple offerings done well! The carne asada burrito is really good and the salsas they provide are killer!! I tried the pozole here and it was pretty good, but could have had a tiny bit more flavor. Overall very positive experience and I would come back if I was on that side of town! read more

As a vegetarian I sometimes order potato tacos. Sometimes they are wayyy too greasy and way to mashed potato like. Well, I finally found my go to here at Don Pedros. They are mashed potato BUT they are flavorful and dence in texture which doesn't make them all mushy. Plus they're big! One other mention, the workers there are very nice and actually smile at you. My visit was 01/11/25 @ 5:45 read more

For several years, I have frequented this establishment and only recently realized that I have not yet shared my experiences through a review. So here I go. To begin, I must commend the exceptional customer service and staff at this location. The Texmex burrito, a favorite of both my wife and myself, is a testament to their culinary prowess, and the familiarity the staff exhibits towards regular patrons--including recognizing my voice over the phone--is both remarkable and warmly appreciated. My interactions with the staff have invariably been positive. Regarding the culinary offerings, after numerous visits, I have had the pleasure of sampling a considerable portion of the menu. The cuisine is consistently delectable, with a particular note on the quality and preparation of the meats, which are always tender and never dry. A recent policy change has discontinued the complimentary chips and salsa with to-go orders, now reserved exclusively for dine-in customers. Although a minor adjustment, it has not detracted significantly from my overall dining experience. However, I would be remiss not to mention a concern regarding the salsa provided. On occasion, the packaging appears distended, indicating potential spoilage--a concern that has been confirmed upon tasting. This issue might be mitigated by ensuring the salsa is adequately refrigerated and not left out for extended periods. The ambiance of this establishment is reminiscent of a traditional, family-owned Mexican eatery: modest in size yet inviting and comfortable. The availability of public restrooms and an assortment of Mexican sweets adds to its appeal. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to aficionados of Mexican cuisine, with the assurance that it offers a pleasant dining experience complemented by friendly service and a cozy atmosphere. read more

The prices are pretty cheap, and the food is very good. The service is also very enjoyable, the workers are all nice. The location is also perfect and right in the middle of downtown chula vista. read more

The best place on the boardwalk with Amazing flours great customer service gracious food as one place not to mess with wonderful tacos, burritos and a Text favorite Encinada highly recommend recommended read more

The food was delicious and the service was fast. I was happy that there was a good amount of seating there too and in a great area.

Don Pedro's has been a staple of third ave since I can remember. It's been a while since I've been and was super hungry & in the area. I called in my order and headed over to pick it up. To my surprise the burrito was freaking huge! Longer than my forearm!!! Any ways I cut it in half bc I'm not a monster and to my dismay it looks plain. Okay am I trippen or do Cali burritos usually have guac inside or pico or at least some sour cream ? Or is inflation really getting to us ? Because this burrito was plain AF. The highlight of my meal was the hot sauce. What a let down read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - California burrito - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Quality service and priced right, the amount of food for the price, just can't beat it, people that work there make you feel like family

Came here to check it out, and HAPPY I did!!! I got 3 combo 24 (Birria plates) to go. "DELICIOUS"!!! Drinks and chips & salsa came w orders. Price is extremely reasonable! The cashier Elena even tried to help carry drinks to my car. Birria customer for life! SORRY but I did not take any pictures wasn't planning on giving a review. read more

A local classic spot for your Mexican food needs. Have been coming here for 15+ years and the food is always consistently good. The service can be better and more professional but it's all part of the experience. Ambiance is a relaxing Mexican shop with an authentic feel. The carnitas were sooo good I loved how the combination plates come with a medium size drink AND a free refill and of course the complimentary chips and bomb salsa are the best. read more

Don Pedro Taco Shop - Carnitas plate - Tacos Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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