Girlfriend and I had to bring our dog to the vet in Playas, so I looked around to see if there were…read moreany places where we could stop by for some breakfast. El Gran Yo Soy is a pretty unassuming place. I'd call it a hole in the wall. Not that it's a bad thing, quite the opposite. I favor that type of setting, and this place did not disappoint. I went with the El Gran Yo Soy omelette and my girlfriend went for some chilaquiles con huevo and also requested that they add chicken as a topping; they happily obliged. Both dishes were excellent, and I would totally have the omelette again. All the flavors were balanced and the chipotle sauce was a nice touch to tie it all together. The chilaquiles were crispy and flavorful, with a good amount of heat. Service was great! The waitstaff did a good job keeping my coffee and our waters topped off and were overall very attentive.

My guy picked this place out and it was soo good! I had Chilaquiles con Huevo and my guy had El…read moreGran de Soy Omelette. Both were delicious! Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Tortilla chips were not soggy at all, which is really important to make or break chilaquiles. Would highly recommend coming here if you get a chance. Service was fantastic and the place looked clean (bathroom was a bit janky tho). Definitely worth your money and time to stop here.

They were good. Passed by there a month ago place looked empty. No body there. Too bad they had…read morebest Mexican food around. Sad

What a lovely hidden gem! 5 stars well deserved just for the service itself. Our waitress was…read moregenuinely attentive and helpful. The old western decor was unique. The food came out so quick and delicious. Thank you for letting us know about the daily special. We will definitely be back again.

Awesome place with the orange sauce being the best! Food is great and the service is amazing!…read more These pple are humble and awesome!

Delicious and authentic Tex-Mex food. Son had carnitas burrito who enjoyed it. Wife ordered the…read moreflautas which she loved and I had the surf and turf tacos--delicious. Everything is flavorful and fresh. We will come back. From the outside there is more than meets the eye. They accept credit cards also, great for groups and dog friendly.

Stopped by here on a small road trip on the way to San Diego & the flour tortilla here slaps! All…read morethe breakfast tacos were so good & I did enjoy the ground beef as well. The queso is a must. I loaded that on the tacos with hot sauce & it was ‍ ! The service here was really great from start to finish from recommendations, getting us more napkins, and refilling our hibiscus limeades to go. Super pleasant experience. The inside is very clean and comfortable.

My husband loved HomeState while I thought it was mid. Our views were so different that I'll…read morereturn based on how great he thought it was. We ordered a Tijuana panther, a picadillo taco, and a brisket taco. We added a side of their queso and a tortilla with butter. I love the big patio, booths inside, and service. It was pretty slow for not being very busy and what appeared to be overstuffed. The chips and queso were very good. The Tijuana panther taco was sopping wet and I could only finish half of it because it was so messy and hard to eat without asking for a fork and knife. My husband's picadillo taco is where it was at. It was tangy from the pickled jalapenos, meat was beautifully seasoned, and tortilla dry enough to hold. The brisket taco was overstuffed and messy as well. I appreciate packing them full, but when they're served rolled it makes a handheld food item completely inedible by hand. The employee working the register was delightful and I'd go back just for her.

Went to La Puerta for dinner and drinks and overall had a decent experience. The atmosphere was…read morelively and the location is great for a night out downtown. Some of the tacos and appetizers were really good, but a few dishes felt overpriced for the portion sizes.

As a south Texan I am very particular about Mexican food being partial to Tex-Mex but damn, this…read moreplace delivered. Nick at the bar was amazing for both drink and food service. The salsa and verde sauce were truly amazing and the street tacos were some of the absolute best I've ever tasted. Can't recommend this place enough.

The food here is amazing. We wanted to find something nearby that we've never tired before and El…read morePatio was it. The service was quick and very polite. The portion sizes are great and filling, especially for the price. I love the ambiance inside, cozy and spacious at the same time. We can't wait to come back again.

Had carne asada fries- they're loaded with the works (guacamole, sour cream, cheese, pico de gallo)…read more Great authentic atmosphere

Another great dinner with great service perfect night for the albondiga soup. The eggs rolls were…read morefantastic.. and yes we had to get our freshly made guacamole. The ladies there are wonderful and funny. When in valley center, you definitely need to stop by.

Best breakfast I have ever had, and im a foodie! Excellent service, delicious coffee, and even the…read morewater is top tier!

This small bar/restaurant will surprise you. They're hamburgers, fries and nachos are really good…read more Service was excellent as well. Only a few steps away from Puerto Nuevo Hotel.

We were stoked to find Score 33 on a recent trip to Rosarito! I had reached out to some locals to…read moreask about SPorts bars for watching the NASCAR race on Sunday afternoon and this was one of the recommendations. Although it's not the comfiest place to kick it for three and a half hours for a race, it was a really good experience, and the owner, Karen, is an AMAZING mixologist!!! There were six of us and we sat at the bar facing one TV she set up for us to watch the race on. There was one other group on the other side of the bar, about eight of them, I think. Everyone was eating and drinking and I, being the DD, was only allowed to have one drink per hour BOO. But, I made the most of it. Karen REALLY knows how to make an old fashioned and when I asked her to make one with her best Mezcal, she did and it was FABULOUS. My bestie, wanted a Mezcal cocktail, too and Karen made her one with apple and jalapeno that she loved. The boys drank giant beers. We also tried out some nachos, wings and my dad got a baked potato. The potato was the only disappointment in the experience because it was on the hard side, but otherwise, we had a fun afternoon and really enjoyed getting to know Karen. Its right next to Puerto Nuevo, so a nice place to have cocktails before your lobster dinner and ask Karen to make you something delicious. She really is awesome. Also, if you have some sports memorabilia you're letting go of, a donation helps this SPorts bar have a lot of fun decor to look at. They even have a front bumper of one of Joey Logano NASCAR Fords. Will DEFINITELY return and totally recommended.

Food was excellent and the service impeccable! Russia was our server and we received perfect…read moreservice and attention. This is a great place to go with friends for fun and tasty Mexican food. The Borderita was a favorite for our table. Highly recommend this restaurant.

I love this On the Border, it's a treasure! The food is always super good, and the waiters and…read moremanagers are very friendly and helpful. Both the dining room and bar area are cool atmospheres. Also, my wife has celiac and everyone has been so helpful in accommodating her. In fact, when we were early into figuring out what was safe, one of the waitresses brought out the industrial sized Caesar dressing so we could review the ingredients... amazing. This is our favorite restaurant in Escondido. Thanks OTB!

I've been coming to lunch here for a few years now. I get a craving for their poblano soup, and I…read morehave to, have to, have to order it. Usually a cup, sometimes a bowl. I honestly haven't tried too much on their menu because I can't finish their generously portioned entrees after a cup of the poblano. I usually go for one of their salads, the Asian chicken or the spinach salad. Or I'll get a la carte street tacos, the chicken or pork. I like the salsas that come with their complimentary chips. To this day I can't decide between them. The salsa verde has more of a kick but not too much heat. The salsa rojo is milder and thicker with nice flavor. Lots of retirees in the area coming to dine. It can get busy, especially Thursday and Friday lunchtime, and then you have to be patient for your food. Lisa in the front always has a sparkle and a kind word, and Guillermo remembers my drink order.

Cenote Grill is a casual Mexican grill decorated with stack-stone pillars and lighted topiary. It…read morehas a busy take-out counter, regular table service and ample complimentary parking. The menu was varied and the food was really good. The Thai chicken burrito was large and very tasty. My husband had a combination plate and said it was the best enchilada he's ever had! Complimentary chips-n-salsa was provided with not one, but two different salsas! The service was slightly slow, but friendly. The menus were a little sticky and there was food splashed on the wall at the table and a used napkin under one table. They seem to have a loyal local following of regulars, particularly an older crowd. We drove 15 miles to exclusively visit this restaurant as it had been on our list for a while. We would return if we were in the area. If their service was a little quicker and the cleaning was a little more sparkling, they'd get the extra star. (April 2026). Helpful?