I haven't been here in years (over 11yrs) but I remembered the flautas were great! I was in the neighborhood and decided to try them again. The ambiance is very old and dingy, they could use a refresher but ultimately I was here for the food. When I received my flautas they looked soo good! I'm plain so I only got guacamole, but they also put sour cream and cheese on top and they are not cheap with the toppings. When taking a bite I didn't get much meat, the meat was very little and the flavoring was pretty bland, not what I remember. Overall, I might not come back to this place, maybe they were good in the past, I don't know. They do have a lot of items on their menu so other items might be great. read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - Flautas with guacamole (usually sour cream and cheese is on top too) - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

I called to place an order and they said they close at 9 now not 10 (it's Friday). Their hours are not updated properly.

Tried Jaquin's Taco Shop for the first time and unfortunately it'll be my last. I paid $25 for 3 rolled tacos and a California burrito, which is a good price and the burrito was huge--but I'm not really into oversized portions. The rolled tacos were okay, nothing special and definitely not better than 43rd St Taco Shop. The California burrito was disappointing: dry meat, burnt fries that tasted like old oil and stale fries, and barely any guacamole, cheese, or sour cream. The little guacamole and cheese that were included were only at the ends, with nothing in the middle. Overall, it didn't live up to expectations. read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - California burrito. So dry I had to put some guacamole and sour cream from our rolled tacos. - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Food and service were good. Love their Gold Star tacos and the three taco plate I have to stop myself from going at times. Their early close times keep me in check. read more

Ok, haven't eaten here in a year or so, dealing with Covid and price increases. I thought I would give them a try because I wanted some Nachos and I didn't want to drive all over town (gas prices). To begin with the Nachos cost $14.99 and the use to be $1 Tacos are now $2. This was a take out order and the wait was not very long. Unfortunately the Nachos were awful, everything was melted together into a heap of mushy cheese, beef, beans, guacamole, sour cream all on top of soft soggy chips. This pick up order was discouraging and it will be a long long long time before a visit them again if ever. 2022(32) read more

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Service is ok not too cheery or better yet welcoming but the food fulfills the need of the Mexican food tradition. Breakfast burrito bomb and the California burrito is my oldest son's favorite. I didn't take pictures of our burrito's but they are priced good for the size and portions. Thanks for the great flavor. read more

Delicious food, great servings. No matter what you order it's great . Real Mexican food.

Food has no flavor at all ! Very disappointing. Presentation is okay and.hot sauce was the best part of the few bites I took.

This spot is literally up the street within walking distance from where I live. If I'm too lazy to drive out to eat somewhere, this is where I'll usually grab a quick bite. They've done some remodeling recently, added new lights & signage. Food itself is mediocre. I have other taco shops that I'd prefer to go to rather than here, but this spot gets the job done. My in-law's have hired them for catering for many parties. The catering itself is 5/5 stars. Great food, fresh, professional, good for huge parties! They usually have multiple employees working the parties & are super quick & can handle the volume of ppl. As for the food, I wouldn't get the CA burrito. The first & last time I got it sucked! I've never seen a burrito so skimpy & small before, it didn't taste too good neither. Some of the items I do recommend are: Papaya licuado Cubana torta Fries (just by itself. Big portion, fresh, & less than $3) Ham breakfast burrito w/ added beans Those are my usual go-tos. Keep in mind they give you only 2 hot sauces per item. Any additional hot sauces are 25 cents each. The hot sauces are pretty small. I usually request 4-6 more on top of the 2 they give me. read more

I've eaten here many times and service and food is great. I like the chilaqulles, TJ tacos and ground beef tacos. Parking can be tricky. It's a small lot. read more

The carne asada to fry ratio is always on point. I wish the Carne taco would have been in a different container. The parking lot is pretty small but it's worth it if you can find a spot to park. All the employees I have encountered have always been great. read more

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horrible customer service of the cashier , ordered the 99 cent tacos and she failed to put the order in right (didn't even know what the offer included) and attempted to charge $51 for a $20 order read more

I tried this spot while passing through on business. I had the carne asada burrito and my brother had a Machaca burrito. Phenomenal is all I can say. Very authentic Mexican food and their horchata was homemade and fresh. Don't let the area and the lack of parking deter you from this experience. Stop in and show this business some love. They were super friendly and their hot sauces were tasty. The ambience was fair. Happy eating fam! read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - jaquin mexican grill - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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First time here. Carne asada fries - it was good but nothing that made it stand out as super bomb Fish taco - the fish itself was delicious but the tortilla was soggy & toppings did not pair well. I took it off 3 rolled tacos - super soggy and very little meat read more

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Muy buena comida y servicio exelente recomendable .Lugar muy limpio , lo q mas m gusta chilakiles rojos y sus enchiladas d mole

This Taco Shop has the worst customer service!! They always have an attitude and rude!! My daughter enjoys the food. I do not eat from here!! And never will I eat from here and/ or select them to cater a venue. Of all the Taco Shops in California I dread going here for my Daughter!! Her order was incorrect and I informed them. They did not take accountability for this incorrect order. I walked out... In the past I've witnessed them not taking accountability for incorrect orders!! I also observed the quality of treatment and interaction with certain individuals!! Well , I'm done giving my review of this Taco Shop!! read more

I was happy to learned that Jaquin's Grill offers a Longaniza scramble in lieu of chorizo, not that there's anything wrong with that, but I was disappointed that they added fried potato to the scramble given they already serviced some on the side with the meal. For $7 and some change you get the longaniza scramble with a side of beans and fried potatoes with a choice of flour or corn tortillas. For $8 and some change you and get the same dish with Mexican rice instead of potatoes which I was not aware at the time, but the young lady at the counter offered me a small side of rice. The longaniza was nice but I was perturbed that they potatoes took so much of what could of been more longaniza. Like I said, it does not make sense to put potatoes in the scramble if you are going to serve fried potatoes as a side. That is simply potato overkill and also a filler. Let the eggs and longaniza speak for them selves as they should in the scramble. After painstakingly removing all the potatoes from the scramble, I was able to use what was left to make some breakfast tacos with the warm corn tortillas and the different tasty salsas from the salsa bar. The tacos were good and even better some of their beans. The refried beans were quite good. I would rather of had them sprinkled with some traditional Cotija cheese or queso fresco, but the quality of the beans was there. They were creamy and well seasoned. As for the side of Mexican rice, well it was light and fluffy with a subtle tomato and garlic flavor. I liked it and would much rather have it as a side with this meal. I was glad the meal came with four corn tortillas, most places only give two and if you're lucky three. All the salsas from the salsa bar were great but I could not find any tortilla chips. Service was good and the young lady at the counter was nice. read more

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No lie this is hands down the best around my area with a wide selection for your taste buds Along with a individual veggie menu as a vegetarian this is my favorite Mexican restaurant read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - A avocado salad - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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My rolled tacos tasted disgusting. And the cashier lady was Worst service ever. Ever . Seriously. Will never be back . UPDATE: I'm still upset about that visit . BRUH LOOK AT THE CHEESE ! It's not even melted !! Basic mf got me upset. WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER YALL! read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - Taste like dooodoo - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

They have some good Mexican food, no complaints on that. The reason I gave them one star is because of their cashier, it has been a couple of times now, she is very rude. Today I went and tried to order, I said two words and she already was being rude. Honestly I treat everyone with respect, and I felt disrespected so I just left without ordering nothing, and not planning to go back ever again. It is a shame because there food is very good. read more

They have a item on the menu call "Gold Star Roll Tacos " which are great!!!! In the old days everyone went to Gold Star Taco's located at 43rd/Alpha, so owner son works here now Katrina read more

first time trying this place i got asada fries its not that great especially for the price. I wouldn't go there again read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - carne asada fries - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Loved the mole enchiladas. It's a sweeter mole and they use lots of cilantro; both things I love but aren't everyone's favorite so heads up. When we ordered it looked like a run of the mill Mexican food restaurant. Tacos, burritos, rolled tacos, etc. The prices are very reasonable so you're prepped for another tasty but ultimately forgettable Mexican dish. Wow. Great flavor. Huge portions. And both our dishes will bring us back for more read more

Food is pretty good. Pricy but I don't blame it considering Inflation. The location is on the corner so it's a little bit tough to get into the parking lot but once you're in it's not a bad spot read more

We had never tried this place before till today. Such great food! We have been missing out. The Birria Tacos were amazing. My son and husband had the chimichanga and they loved it. read more

the food was really good and there were a lot of choices I really liked my sandwich the staff was good and happy and would help us if we asked read more

I was terribly disappointed on my first visit! I requested more onion and cilantro for my tacos and the rude lady said it was a $2.00 charge. I was floored! Maybe $2.00 isn't much, but for onion and cilantro on a taco??? This is the only place that has charged over 50 cents for extra onion. The sad and unbelievable part is finding out the rude and unpleasant lady was actually the owner's wife! Don't recommend this place, food wasn't tasty, service was bad, ambience was completely unfriendly. I really don't think the owners will care much about this review, but customers think about it... read more

Worst customer service! Don't smile barely wanted to speak English. We deserve better!

One of my favorite Mexican food joints in the hood. The burritos are epically huge and delicious and very robust for the area it is in.

Good food... mediocre customer service.... horrendous parking.... modest portions... high prices. This taco shop/ fruit bar is located off imperial ave. We ordered carne asada fries (9.50)... 3 beef rolled tacos (4.95) and a carne asada burrito (6.50). Food was good. Prices definitely high especially when the taco shop across the street has 5 rolled for $5. They offer a salsa bar with free carrots and onions. The onions were delicious!!! A must have to add flair to any dish you purchase. Carne asada fries were average but I think they forgot the cheese... lol The carne asada burrito was good. Nice size yet it had more French fries and pico then meat. The guacamole needed more avocado less filler(salsa). The sour cream was water down, you can taste they added milk to it. I want sour cream... all sour cream especially for the price. The inside of the restaurant was clean. Tables were wiped down and free of trash. Prompt service. Not a long wait. The cashier should work on her customer service skills. I guess you don't get what you pay for. May attempt one more time.... if really hungry. read more

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Apparently kids can't eat salsa since the manager said that children can't have salsa. Don't ever eat from here, bad customer service. So rude and disrespectful as well. Eat somewhere friendly where your kids can eat their salsa. read more

It's seriously always good, 5 years no complaints, call in the order and they always have in right plus food is ready quickly as ordered tasting bomb! read more

"Where This White Boy Wouldn't Be Caught Dead At Night Tour '09" rolls on with a stop at Jaquin's Mexican Grill (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Bdewg_nGDm1wP8ibr6rAtQ?select=P1AHObm2mo6dvXO2lYuQ2g). Jaquin (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Bdewg_nGDm1wP8ibr6rAtQ?select=BArU_hPv-ZL1daXSbuKKIQ, http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Bdewg_nGDm1wP8ibr6rAtQ?select=oOABcb7gRmlq2v7_LVRtYg) hit a strong stand-up triple (that's a baseball reference) with their carne asada, breakfast and chicken burritos. All three were buff, thick-ass burritos. Not only that, they serve smoothies! Carne asada burrito (with beans and cheese only) # 63 - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Bdewg_nGDm1wP8ibr6rAtQ?select=QsOUXV94YZlCxfXhaNX4sw Breakfast burrito # 80 - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Bdewg_nGDm1wP8ibr6rAtQ?select=wilq_ybPX2XbiRcnGvrVeg Chicken burrito (with beans and cheese only) # 9 - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Bdewg_nGDm1wP8ibr6rAtQ?select=1Ac4hWI5iBLiTkmEveNYCw Instead of mariachi music being played, they were playing some Spanish chanting songs. The girl behind the counter was singing/humming along and it was rather...soothing. It was a nice change of pace from the usual sounds of an accordion, tuba and some drunk guy yelling for no apparent reason. read more

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Pricey... but the gold star rolled tacos are the best around. Also the chicken tortilla soup is excellent!

I had the munchies after work one night, and drove passed this hole in the wall taco shop. Something told me to stop in, so I made a U-turn at the traffic light and went in. The senior at the counter, greeted me with an authentic Hispanic deep voice, hello Amiga how may we help you! Now senior that was the best welcoming I've gotten at a taco shop! I don't eat pork or pig fat. Unlike most taco shops do, this taco shop don't cook with lard. I verified that they used vegetable oil. =) I ordered a customary nacho. It's not your typical movie theatre nachos with melted canned cheese....I got mine custom made with fresh nacho chips, guacamole, shredded cheese, topped with fresh cilantro. The chips weren't gressy, but very crispy. All the toppings tasted so fresh, and the salsa's was muey bueno---delisioso! YUM! Never, ever judge the hood by its sound and cover. Salute! read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - Salsa Bar....they keep it clean and the salsa's are spankin' good! - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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I would give this place a 4 star if it wasn't for parking and customer service. We ordered Carne Asada Fries and strawberry smoothies and they were pretty good, but the lady in the front register was so rude. And parking, there's hardly any. read more

Jaquin Mexican Grill - Carne Asada Fries! Pretty good! - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

This place has a variety(chicken, crisy beef, carnitas, fish etc) of 1 buck tacos. DAMN GOOD DEAL! and recently they offer fresh juiced drinks. I invented the Samoan Squat Mix.. OJ, beets, celery, carrots, tomato, cilantro, banana and jalapeno. sooo goood! This place keeps getting better and is staying open later. read more

Used to come here all the time, even when they raised their street taco prices from a $1 to now $2. Food is ALWAYS good but the cashier is rude as hell as always and even after making a food purchase, they had the audacity to try and charge me $1.50 for a mouthwash cup size of ice although I bought a beverage. read more

Ordered some Adobada fries got my number for my order kept seeing that the people who payed after me kept on getting there order they had passed my number so i just kept waiting patiently thinking theyll get it right now half an hour passed and still nothing so i go up to them and ask them if my order was ready and the cashier askes the cooks and they all just look at eachother cluess not knowing what to do saying no we didnt do them because they had not got the order and cashier just tells me theyll make them right now if i would of never went up to them i would of never got my food and to top it off i got a large it looked as if it was a medium it barely had an amount of fries read more

i found a burnt, cooked up roach in my carne asada fries. never coming here again. they also had the audacity to tell my boyfriend that he was the one to "put it in there" like we staged that. how unbelievable. read more