A nice homely restaurant. The walls are covered with murals and meals served on actual plates is a nice touch. While it may not be a typical sit-down place, there is a sit-down feel (because of the real plates). I tried the breakfast burrito, which is loaded with eggs, beans, cheese, potatoes, ham, bacon and sausage. I asked for the beans to be excluded because that's just too much so early in the morning. The burrito will run you $4 and you will leave stuffed. The salsas are weak though and they only have two options; red and green. You can always douse your grub with Tapatio, but I expect more from Mexican restaurants. I expect them to offer many salsas and to make them from scratch. I was let down somewhat by their lack of attention to this particular detail. When I saw the wall murals and various decorations throughout the restaurant, I was hoping that the same attention to detail in regards to their ambiance would carry through to their food and condiments as well. They do offer guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo but it isn't complimentary. They do take cards without a fee and they also have separate restrooms for men and women (rare but nice). And they serve beer. Even for breakfast... read more

El Bronco - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Friendly lady in front, Fast service, but explains it with the quality of food. New to the Oceanside area and trying new places around me and Probably one of the worst Mexican places I've ever been too... The two beef tacos meat did not look right.. looked like a slob of cat food, rice was average. Was so grossed out by the look of everything I didn't even want to take one bite. read more

The food is good and the shop is clean. Friendly service. However I did specify flour tortillas 3 different times and still ended up with corn tortillas again. I should have checked before I left. Also hot sauce cups, which they want to charge you $0.25/ea for more than 2, was only a 1/3 full at best. I'll give them another shot to get it right. read more

El Bronco - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

I give this place a 5 stars because this place is so close to where I work and live by, the food is so delicious as well. I got the carne asada fries which were so good. There is two portions of it a 1/2 size which is a decent size for a quick bite too eat if your not too hungry and there's also a full size which is pretty big decent size. Love the decorations inside the place, I'm actually going tomorrow to get some carne asada fries can't wait. I recommend this place if you are trying to try out a New Mexican food place just like I was and I'm glad I did. read more

The food was okay but wayyyy overpriced. If it wasn't for the fact that it's the closest Mexican food place by work, I'd most likely go somewhere else. But, the carne asada fries were pretty good. Service was bleh too. Forgot to mention they charge $1 for credit card use and they don't even disclose it to you. Found out after I got my receipt and saw a sign. read more

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So good. I've gone here every time I've been to California. Carne Asada = love! read more

El Bronco - Carne Asada fries - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

One of my all time favorite taco shops for carne asada fries, bean and cheese and breakfast burritos! Very nice and clean inside with covid measures in place. Always a friendly staff and clean space! read more

I've came here a few times and the food is tasty. Yesterday I ordered bacon breakfast burritos for myself and my coworkers. The burritos were fairly priced $6 a piece and pretty good size. The lady upfront was very friendly and customer oriented. They do not have a salsa bar however if you ask for salsa they have little containers. I personally preferred the green salsa. I will definitely be back, but if you're in the area give it a try! read more

El Bronco - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

DO NOT COME HERE! Literally hit any other Mexican food restaurant and you'll be way better off. Place smells highly of chemical it's disgusting. Your trying to eat your food and all u smell are nasty cleaning products. The Lady at the register was coughing everywhere. I use to come here when I was younger and the food was great but all the nasty smells in this place just freak me out. read more

This place has terrible customer service. I began ordering and decided to change my mind two seconds later. The cashier rolled her eyes and sighed very loudly, at first I thought she was joking, but she was not. She began complaining that now the had to restart the cash register and wait for it to load because of my mistake. She continued to be rude about it. I remained calm. She rang me up. Nine dollars for a So called California burrito that only has meat and fries!! She then began speaking to the cook in Spanish about hair. The cook had asked her for a hair strand!!!!!!! The cashier began touching her hair and she didn't even wash her hands after. Furthermore, the green salsa had a unpleasant smell and color. They need a visit from a health inspector asap. If i could I would rate it negative star. Save your time and money, don't come to this place. read more

El Bronco - So called California burrito - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Awesome deal on my little girls burrito, and she loved it. Very clean place , and the service was very friendly. Rice and sour cream kids burrito for under 3 dollars! What a great deal. We will definitely be making this a regular stop ! read more

El Bronco - Front counter and menu - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Didn't answer the phone. Sign says opens at 8:30am (Monday) and the door was locked. I saw someone with an apron on standing there near the counter. I knocked on the door and he ignored me. Super rude. I called again and he answered the phone only to hang up on me. Very rude. Never will they ever get my business again. Myself and my company have placed many orders here. We won't again. read more

Good food, BUT CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE YOU LEAVE. We have had quite a few wrong orders here, and verify your door dash or grubhub order by calling them direct so they get it right. They won't honor a wrong order after you leave. Like I said, this happens all the time if you don't check. read more

Once I bought kearny Asada frys and they gave me old stale frys that cut my through up and I felt sick. They replaced my order and all was good. During Covid I had been calling in my order and when I picked up the food it was perfect beans to meet ratio. Lately I have been going in personally to order my food and ,every time, the guy would only give me beans in my Kearny Asada fries or nachos, even after tipping them and asking them to put more meat. They only gave me half an order and when I told them I wanted a full order they said they would correct issue with there being very little meat. They had the audacity to charge me the difference for the full order while the other half got cold. Then when I checked the other half that was just made I realize they only put beans and scraps of meat. I respectfully gave them back all the food and let them keep their money because I'd rather be the guinea pig so nobody else has to experience what I have experienced. There are many other Mexican restaurants I do not recommend this one until they change the chef. If you've ever felt sick after eating their food please refer to this review. read more

Came here with a craving for carne asada fries. They have two sizes, full and half, and the half is a really good deal. The carne asada is really good (you can get chicken instead) but I was disappointed by the fries. Ended up also trying the rolled taco special (taquitos) and they were amazing! Glad I tried this dish, I will definitely be returning for this one! read more

Please do not eat here! My wife ordered iced tea and it was literally rancid! When she got up screamed in horror at the taste and almost vomited I noticed the cooks in the back laughing. When we got up and asked for our money back they were indifferent about it and blamed Coca-Cola for not cleaning the machine. This is not Coca-Cola's job. Which means it has never been cleaned. I can only imagine the other corners they're cutting everyday. read more

I've been coming here for over 18 years. The owner is a nice woman. I like to support Super Bronco. O'side Legends. One of the best California burrito's in North County, no doubt! And great salsa! Problem is, their prices keep going up, and up? Last time I was there it was over $8.00 plus tax. WTF? After all, a Cali Burrito is almost all french fries. I wont be back till the prices drop. I will miss this place. read more

This place is amazing! I am extremely picky about Mexican food locations will do justice to them, but this one goes beyond expectations. Portion size is generous! The flavor and everything is amazing! customer service is exemplary! I will be back for sure! And I recommend it to everyone who's seeking a really good Mexican food spot! read more

I have been coming to El Bronco since I was a teen, which was a long time ago! lol I no longer live anywhere near this place but when I am traveling and passing by Oceanside, I make sure to stop by. I am a snob with my carna asada nachos and so for me to say this is one of my favorite places to get them, says a lot. They are so good! I no longer can eat the whole thing, so I order half and order and still get stuffed. I've seen this place go from a small taco shop, to a full restaurant and not back to a small taco shop but that doesn't stop the taste of the food. So good! read more

Solid California burrito!!! Got a burrito to go yesterday and when they handed me the to-go bag my hand almost broke off.. The burrito was HUGE!!! Got a couple sauces to go and headed home. The chips that came with it were just ok. couldnt tell what kind they were maybe corn chips?? Salsa had just enough kick to it to make the chips better. My burrito had nice crispy fries and fresh not too tough carne in it. The meat !! A++ The tortilla was soft and added to the greatness of this burrito. The burrito was just freakin huge so while I barely finished 3/4 of it my puppy gladly helped with the rest. Restaurant was very clean and not too busy so I didnt have to wait more than 5 min for my food. Always a plus in my book! I will be back to try some of the other items read more

I come here often to eat and I call it a hidden gem with horrible customer The cook is amazing the food is great (Reason why I still eat here) but the service is horrible the lady at register is rude and hates customers from what it look likes my order today was $24 and she looked extremely upset that I gave her a $50 bill and she had to give me change Then when she brought my food out and the salsas I noticed there was nothing in the red container so I walked up to the counter for another one and she just pointed to the fridge and told me to grab it Very great food horrible service read more

It's a shame they don't offer negative stars on Yelp. I've tasted better Mexican food from Taco Bell. The salsa is watered down pico, my camarones took 30 minutes to make and my wife's food (#4) was bland. We didn't even finish our meal. We took one bite and left it on the table. Horrible customer service and charges for refills on soft drinks. Needless to say I will NEVER go back again. I should have just thrown the $25 dollars in the trash can. read more

I would give this place a 4 star but they're never open on time on Sundays. The food is good and the service is fine, the salsa could be better. Just please update your times on Sunday or come in on time. read more

Awesome California burritos!! It taste like real Mexican food and for about 7 dollars the buritto comes in at 8 inches big, its awesome! Definitely not healthy but with or without sour cream this burrito is delicious and its big enough to make anyone full. I would give them 5 stars but the cashier is horrible, I always get suck with the same girl, maybe she is the owners daughter or something but she is not friendly. She is not polite and just wants to get you out of her way asap, you don't feel like a customer when you deal with her. I have not tried any of their dishes but if you stick with the California then you can't go wrong! read more

My family and I are long time customers at this place. We come every Saturday morning for chilaquiles. We recently went and they were the worst chilaquiles we have ever had. They had absolutely no salsa and the beans were spilled everywhere on my plate. We are going to stop going to this place due to being over priced Mexican food for what you get. San Luis Mexican Food is much better priced and is consistent. Really sad because I used to crave their chilaquiles every week. read more

I had the breakfast burrito with sausage, and it was pretty disappointing. The tortilla was flaking apart, probably because it was not fresh. It was also poorly wrapped and falling apart. There was virtually no cheese or sausage either--and the eggs were overcooked. To their credit, it was very clean and it looks like they spent quite a bit on their electronic-looking menu that sat above the register. I also liked that they would not serve me the salsa roja because their refrigeration unit went out and it was supposedly spoiled. They looked fine to me, but I respect them for erring on the side of caution. Which reminds me--the salsa verde they gave me instead was super good! I feel bad giving Super Bronco such a low rating because they've been around forever and obviously have some potential. I think I'll give them another shot and order something more Mexican next time. read more

There's usually so many options for Mexican food around its honestly hard to find a bad one, or one that separates itself from the rest. The burritos here seem bigger than say senor alberto's. Better tasting too if you ask me. The green hot sauce is fantastic. Will be back for sure. read more

They could only be better if they had a drive thru. Otherwise, I'd take them over every other Mexican fast food place. Portions are pretty big, though the prices have taken a bit of a leap over the years. Unlike several other places, they maintain this restaurant well so it doesn't look like a dump, and even have a bit of a theme (can't think of what it is right now) going on. They have the usual selection of food that sort of places have, and cook them all well. Chorizo torta, super nachos, french toast breakfast are among my favorites here. read more

I ordered Carne Asada burrito and after 15 minutes it still wasn't ready I asked for my money back but the girl working the counter said it would done in a second which was almost 20 minutes for a burrito and I was the only customer there I won't ever come back here two thumbs down!!!!!! read more

Only giving 2stars Just because mi family stills loves this place Honestly I stop going kus the food is No Bueno Cal. Burrito sucks Big time! They used to be good I don't know what happen el cocinero se canso Or something and every time since I stop going & I go over they have new people what happen? La inche carne toda vieja, old carne- old fries-only thing fresh is the tortilla I'm literally I'm saying the truth if you don't believe me go and order a Callie burrito... It has lots of fat and dry meat- I'm starving but feel like eww Pewking Oout.. Good luck with everything else wonder if I could go back and say can I get my $$ back I just need to know how they mix the sauce and I can make my own Cal burritos.. read more

El Bronco - Cali Burrito for the last couple years 2013/2015 it's No Bueno"Que Pso" Bronco :( - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

This is our favorite, local Mexican food place. From the carne asada fries to the camerones ala diabla, chicken soup to rolled tacos, breakfast burritos to fish tacos. We've tried just about half of the extensive menu and have loved it all. Also, make sure to try both the red and green hot sauces. Delicious. read more

We love El Bronco!!! Been going since before the remodel of the center. The number 18 breakfast burrito is a household favorite. Recently, they expanded their place making a cute sit down section with some of the best homemade Mexican food this side of the border. We will continue going here as long as they are still cooking. The prices are great and with summer here it's nice to have someone else cook dinner and serve me my beer. read more

This place is okay. Didn't pick up the food but had a coworker do a food run. Had the number 18 breakfast burrito and their 3 rolled tacos with guac and cheese. The breakfast burrito was good, but I wish the potatos were more like HOMEFRIES like MXN in San Marcos. I also didn't like beans in my burrito and I wouldn't have gotten it if I had known it was in it. It was still pretty filling though. Rolled Tacos were good. What raised their rating to 4 star was the quality of the guac: very fresh! Their salsa is a little on the watery side and it was OKAY. I hated coming here a long time ago because they charged for water and extra utensils...but not so sure anymore. read more

Been coming here since the 90's when it was located on the other side of the parking lot next to the gas station that is no longer there. My favorite is the 5 rolled taco special. So tasty and the cheese is great when they bring it out not melted. I also like their bean tostadas. My girlfriend usually gets Carne asana nachos. Staff is friendly amid courteous. read more

Although it doesn't seem as good as when I was a kid, Bronco is still reliable. I tend to get carne asada and cali burritos but was bummed when I remembered the cali doesn't come with guac. Their carnitas and Carne Asada tends to be on the dry side but not bad. I also remember the breakfast burritos being really big and filled with big hunks of potato. As for the poor customer service mentioned by one guy, I couldn't disagree more. The service has always been fine with me and the ladies behind the counter have been totally cool. read more

Out of all the Mexican food places I've been to (in this category), this one is my favorite! I always get the carne asada nachos. Even though the prices have definitely gotten higher since I started going there, it's still not too expensive. Plus, I'm willing to pay more for the higher quality. The decor is cute too! Better than a lot of other places (*cough* Alberto's). I'll continue to go here cause I'm addicted :) read more

I'm so surprised by the so-so reviews for this place. My father and I had been coming here for years since I was young, some 15 years ago. We just recently visited California this past April and had to drive to Oceanside to eat here again. Living on the east coast--I think western coast people really take for granted the amount of good Mexican food they have at their fingertips. We LOVED it. My whole family, including my new husband enjoyed carne asada and guacamole burritos, and we shared the chicken flautas. The tortillas they use are so so yummy, soft, chewy, amazing. And the flautas were cooked to perfection. Crispy and covered in guac, cheese, lettuce, and sour cream. Yum! $6 bucks for a giant burrito filled with JUST steak and guac? Unheard of around my area. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for some authentic Mexican food for great prices :) read more

I've been here maybe a dozen times within a 4 year span since working in the area. The shrimp and carne asada dishes I have tried were pretty good. However this place is overpriced and on top of that they nickel and dime you to death. You are charged extra for example: $1 for using a credit card, $1-2 for drink refills, and extra for additional salsa also. read more

The food is good. Carne asada fries are huge and I always have leftovers! But if you're a hot sauce lover like myself then go here for the red sauce! Very yummy and spicy, just how i like it! Delicious! read more

The food is ok -- i've tried a few different items on the menu over the years and the quality varies both item to item or day to day. The real reason this place deserves 1 star is because the customer service is absolutely horrible, and the owner has made the place the most uninviting restaurant i've ever been in. They seem to exclusively employee extremely unfriendly girls at the counter who could not possibly care less about their crappy jobs or helping customers. The restaurant is covered in tons of handwritten signs (presumably written by the owner) of various "rules" the owner imposes on the customer-- it's very unwelcoming and makes customers feel like invaders in a place of business. There are also ridiculous fees and surcharges like $1 for credit/debit, and even worse $1 FOR A SODA REFILL. Come on man, this is 2016, charging that much for a soda refill is just bad business. Next they'll be charging customers to use the bathroom. Explains why the place is more or less empty the few times i've been in. The food is overpriced trash and the customer service sucks, which in my book makes this place skippable. read more