El Veganito

I've always come to this restaurant because the food is good…read more However, on certain nights they say they only accept cash, and I had a concerning experience: I was charged $60 in cash, but when I asked for a receipt, the total showed $48. Tonight, the same employee again said it was cash only and that the machine was down when I asked why this happens on certain nights. However, he later proceeded to let me pay with a card, which made the situation feel inconsistent and unclear. I recommend being cautious and double-checking your total, especially if paying in cash. Siempre he venido a este restaurante porque la comida es buena. Sin embargo, en ciertas noches dicen que solo aceptan efectivo, y tuve una experiencia preocupante: me cobraron $60 en efectivo, pero cuando pedí el recibo, el total era $48. Hoy, el mismo empleado volvió a decir que solo aceptaban efectivo y que la máquina no funcionaba cuando le pregunté por qué en algunas noches es así. Sin embargo, después me permitió pagar con tarjeta, lo cual hizo que la situación se sintiera inconsistente y poco clara. Recomiendo tener precaución y revisar bien su cuenta, especialmente si pagan en efectivo.

Well as after fifty-one years, it's very clear that La Posta De Acapulco needs no introduction as a…read morewalk up Mexican restaurant. Looking beyond the obvious that La Posta De Acapulco needs no drive thru. Just to review, it seems to me that their known for popular menu items like: Menudo, Beans, and their famous bacon breakfast burrito with beans. With that said, in this Yelp review I want to highlight that the experience while at La Posta De Acapulco Mexican restaurant was good overall. The seating areas were clean, and the service was good. The food was hot, and flavorful. I opted for the #16 and the #10. Portions are decent, and prices are fair; expect to spend twenty dollars per person, don't forget to ad tax. Enjoy

#10

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Sarita's Mexican Food

3.4(1.1k reviews)

2.6 mi

I've had a few different items from here and they were all good. Couldn't believe I had never been…read morehere after finding out my bestie had been enjoying it for years because it's close to her house. Almost everything I've gotten has been delicious from the rolled tacos(the meat could use a little more flavor) to the carne asada fries to the surf & turf burrito which is humongous. Make sure you call your order in and pick it up because they're always busy and you will have to wait.

This was my first time here, and unfortunately, I wasn't impressed. I ordered the chicken torta…read morecalled "The Illegal," and the chicken was very tough and dry. It also felt like the torta was mostly just chicken, without much else going on. The menu said it came with Oaxaca cheese, but the cheese seemed to be cooked onto the bread to the point that it was crispy, so I really didn't get the flavor or texture I was expecting from Oaxaca cheese. I understand that I came later at night, but I still expected the food to be fresh and enjoyable. Overall, the torta was disappointing, and based on this first experience, I'm unlikely to return.

Plastic in my food

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Taqueria Imperial

3.2(121 reviews)

2.5 mi

99c tacos are always a hit. And the customer service is amazing…read more Can't beat it for the price and location is convenient

Duddeeeee they don't serve $1 tacos anymore I'm sad man, their Al Pastor is still $1 and their…read morefish tacos, but everything else is $2.99+. They're too small of tacos to be charging that much in my opinion. But I frikin love this place, their tacos are good but you have to realize that this isn't a good long term solution. If the tacos were $1.99, I'd still say it's worth it because they're good tacos. Prioritize Chicken, Al Pastor, Carnitas as $1.50 or even $1.99 and the Asada as $2.50 and I think that will retain business here for Tacos. At the end of the day I hope that they realize it and stay in business, I love this place, this is coming from a good place!

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Carne Asada & Al Pastor Street Tacos

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Chuy's Taqueria y Burritos

I'm rating them five stars for their pollo asado tacos, which are really good. At first glance an…read moreorder of two looks like it might not be enough, until you pick one up. The tortilla can't hold the generous helping of chicken, which has a great flavor. By the time I finished the second one, and all of the chicken, onion and cilantro that spilled from the tacos, I was full. (I'm a senior citizen and I eat less now than I used to, so YMMV). I like their chicken tacos a lot better than Sombrero's chicken taco a la plancha, which has been my go to for lunch for years. That said, my wife prefers the California burrito at Sombrero, since the one from Chuy's had more fries than meat. The pollo asado quesadilla was very filling and very tasty (plenty of meat). Chuy's is right next door to Funky Burgers, and given the fresh food aspect of Chuy's offerings, I'd say Chuy's is probably better for you.

This small business is in the middle of a strip mall next to a Little Cesar's and some other shop…read more No tables inside just tall barstools along two walls. They definitely get a lot of to go and order ahead business as a lot of people came in after us and the phone Rand constantly while we were waiting for our order. Once we tried our food I can see why it was so busy. I had the tequila lime shrimp burrito and subbed Serrano pepper for a bell pepper. It also came with grilled onions, delicious rice and other items. It didn't have salsa and didn't need it. The peppers were spicy and added a nice heat. So good. Family had pollo asado tacos with guacamole that could've used a little more placer, but the chicken was flavorful. Hubby tried shredded beef rolled tacos packed with meat and covered in cheese, sauce and guacamole. Hubby also had a surf and turf quesetaco with carne asada and shrimo. All of the food was delicious, made to order and piping hot. Kind of a whole in the wall and a hidden gem. Thanks for the heads up Yelpers.

Pork belly tacos

California Burrito

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QuesaBirria Taco

City Tacos

4.1(1.1k reviews)

1.0 mi

WOW I know there are a couple of these around I was at the La mesa one and have to say everything…read moreon the menu looked fantastic. I had the chili relleno taco and it was more than great. My friends had the Mexicali and everything looked so delicious. Service was fast and the guy answered every question we had and was fast. And the prices are great Plenty of seating inside and out they have tvs inside to watch the game and on Friday's they close the street and have a farmers market.

First time visiting with the hubby.... I personally didn't care much about my visit. Service was…read morefriendly. Quality of food - not so great. What we ordered: * Frijoles Charros * Mexicali Taco * Quesibirria Taco * Chile Relleno Taco The frijoles charros were a little cold & lacking flavor. The quesibirria also lacked flavor & the tortilla seemed a little stale w/ rancid flavor. The chile relleno taco wasn't great. When they brought it out i thought it was a piece of grilled fish..... The only items I enjoyed were the mexicali taco which was pretty tasty & then green salsa. Perhaps it was just an off night.... However, I won't be visiting again.

16Jul2024

Surf and Turf on the left Crunchy Shrimp on the right

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The Burrito City

4.5(172 reviews)

3.2 mi

The Poblano Burrito is honestly one of the best burrito I've had in San Diego. I literally drove…read morefrom LA just to eat this delicious burrito. It has such amazing flavors, and honestly so huge. I love it :) I highly recommend it.

This place used to be great now their food just taste too much like salt, It ruins, everything,…read moretime to go elsewhere. What goes up must come down.

New Dinning Area

Chicken Bowl with Chipotle Sauce on the side.

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Burrito California + chipotle sauce

Santanas Mexican Grill

2.4(200 reviews)

2.6 mi

I really like this place and the food is good. But they need to get the orders correct. Maybe…read moreslowdown and ask questions. Time and again, I ask for no potatoes in my burrito and they have potatoes in them. Sometimes we ask for no guac and we get guac. I don't know if the disconnect is with the cook but they have to get it together because prices are too high to have to eat food we didn't really order. It's all love though. The cooking is good but I can't stand getting home, opening my food and finding out the food is not what we ordered.

The previous owners knew how to take care of their customers…read more If I could select no stars I would (this is the third time) I used to love this place but now (not even 10 min ago) they completely disregarded my order and made whatever the he** they wanted The service is good but who ever the cook is, is lazy AF. I used to trust them (the cooks) but as of now I recommend literally opening up the burrito and double check to make sure it is the food you are ordering Disappointing and frustrating (the fact that I asked for no cheese no sour cream) and what did I get? Just that. They definitely lost a minimum of 7 customers

Self made California burrito

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Guanatos II Mexican And Seafood

4.7(49 reviews)

1.9 mi

I don't even know where to start except WOW. After trying an amazing mariscos food truck the day…read morebefore, I was hooked and it was all I could think about. I wanted to find a sit down spot that could deliver that same citrusy, flavor packed experience and this place was everything. We came in pretty close to closing without realizing, and I hate doing that because I know how it feels working in food service, but the staff still maintained such a great attitude. We were told to seat ourselves and while the inside was way too hot to sit comfortably, the outdoor patio was perfect. Our server brought out water and menus almost immediately and even after realizing they closed at 8pm, we never felt rushed at all. The menu is full of mariscos classics like ceviches, aguachiles, tostadas, and larger plates. Prices range from affordable to a little higher, but the portions definitely reflect that. My husband and I both got tostadas to start. I got the La Special and he got the aguachile tostada, and thinking the portions would be small, we also ordered carne asada fries and a California burrito... which we definitely didn't need... BUTT I am glad we got them because YUM! The tostadas were a 100/10. The portions alone felt more than an appetizer/snack. The La Special was loaded with raw shrimp, cooked shrimp, and octopus, all super fresh with great texture. I just wish there was a little more avocado. The aguachile had that perfect citrusy, spicy kick that makes it addicting. Incredible, and I mean it. Our server also brought out a variety of sauces like chipotle crema, green salsa, red salsa, and sour cream. I added some chipotle sauce to the carne asada fries, which already came with guac and sour cream, and it took it to another level. The portion was huge, especially compared to places charging $20+ for fries. These were around $15 and came with crispy fries, flavorful meat, and a good amount of cheese. The California burrito was $12.99 and really filling with carne asada, fries, and cheese. The tortilla was soft but held everything together well and it hit exactly how a California burrito should. I seriously left with no complaints. The service was amazing, the food exceeded expectations, and this is definitely going into our regular rotation.

THIS SPOT IS SOOO GOOD...Welcoming, CLEAN, organized and had a charm that felt like a locals…read morehangout. The service was amazing, super nice guys and very orderly and kind. Had our dog on the patio and enjoyed tacos, shrimp ceviche (very fresh) and drinks. This spot 100% reminded me of when I went to La Paz. It's very clean, and I already want to go back. Tacos basically get two for one, loaded with meat and toppings. Best octopus we've had and we spent a lot of time in Okinawa and Mexico. 10/10 will be back!

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Rolled taco - Rock Hard - inedible

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Carnitas Uruapan Mexican Food

3.9(417 reviews)

1.5 mi

Small carnitas restaurant that shares a small parking lot with an Italian place on the corner. Only…read moreabout 5 tables but some seat 6 and turnover is quick. We got the dinner for one (carnitas plate with rice, beans, and tortilla), burrito plate, 2 tacos plate, and Horchata. Everything was delicious and the carnitas is excellent, not dry like some other places. There's also a corner of snacks/candy and different flavors of paletas for sale. I've gone here twice already and the staff are friendly and service is quick.

I love their carnitas plate. The Spring valley location is closing so only the one location will…read morenow remain. The pricing is very reasonable, service is always good and food is consistent.

Enchiladas Suisas? If so, the worst I ever had!

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Do you guys serve Charanda from Uruapan?

El Puerto Taco Shop

4.2(420 reviews)

2.9 mi

Been coming here since I was a teenager (1994) The chicken…read morerolled tacos are my go to. I hope this place stays forever.

I use to love this place. I grew up eating here every chance I got some money as a teenager. Then…read moreas an adult I introduced my daughter to this restaurant. Unfortunately, as with anything else with time comes change. The food doesn't taste the same and the quality and portion size of my favorite shrimp burrito is inexcusable for the price and the fact that they only take CASH. They even got the American Guacamole flavor wrong and we all know it's just avocados and Mexican sour crema....smh. The hot sauce isnt the same either. It was the bomb when the old family and cooks ran it in the late 90's to when they let it go.

3 rolled tacos only Cheese / guacamole and cheese

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Ceviche tostada two beef tacos

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Jessica S.

9 years ago

I went here when I was in Oceanside for the weekend. I saw it and was skeptical of how good it would be since I think of authentic Mexican food as requiring meat and cheese and lots of oil but I was really surprised by how good the food was. Didn't taste super authentic but it was pretty good. I ordered the fish tacos and they were yummy. Not spicy enough however. Also a bit pricy but everything vegan is. Would recommend if you're vegan and want Mexican read more

John J.

5 years ago

Vegan Mexican food? Im all in! The adobada tastes like actual adobada I saw someone said they didnt like the potato flautas... coming from a person that grew up eating home made ones all the time they are wonderful read more

Erlinda S.

2 months ago

The food is delicious and it never disappoints. I am completely bummed out that they are being asked to leave Grossmont Center. They will be missed! read more

Michael D.

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198

4 years ago

Try the veggie Carnitas, you will not be disappointed. Delicious food at a reasonable price.

Andrew M.

227

5 years ago

Everything on the menu is stellar - especially the veganito fries & California burrito !

Diane S.

3 years ago

Wonderful place. Enjoy visiting! Friendly staff and great food!

El Veganito - vegan - Updated September 2026

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