This review is specifically for the $0.99 tacos advertised on the market's exterior facade. My friend and I decided to try them out and ordered 2 each, carne asada and adobado. I give the tacos a total score of 3.1/5 stars, the service at the market a 3.2/5, and the atmosphere a 3.3/5. The guy behind the deli counter making the tacos was mostly just functional. He was a bit gruff and short, but did his job decently enough and was quick. The meat wasn't great, but it wasn't bad or chewy either. It was decently seasoned and had an OK cook on it. The salsas were decent, too. Flavor profile kinda of mid-range, but some heat and tang there. It was hard to properly rate this because, on the one hand, these tacos are $0.99, which is probably the lowest price point on tacos in San Diego. At that price, these are godly. But also, that alone would be slightly misleading, since it wouldn't focus enough on the barefaced quality and ingredients. read more

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This market presents as a convenience store, but it has a restaurant in it. I had three Pollo asado tacos. It seems they always have a $1.00 taco deal going on. The tacos were full of flavor seasoned to perfection. The staff is very friendly and, both, the restaurant and store were very clean. There is no seating, but there is a park across the street where it will be fine to eat. read more

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Their tacos are very good for $.99. Quality. Seems really good. Sometimes it could be greasy. During the summer it can get very hot in there. I don't know how the employees can work there in the Summer. It is very uncomfortable when it's hot and there is flies. The only thing I don't like about here when they don't answer the phone or when they answer the phone put you on hold and they forget about you. read more

Got tacos here for the first time, the carne asada was really good, I also had pollo asado and it was alright, my wife had adobada she said it was okay. I was also missing one carne asada. Will come back but just for the carne asada, not bad though for $1.50 w/everything read more

La Central Market - Convenience Stores Near Me - San Diego, California

For being a liquor store I didn't expect there food to be delicious. There pizza is very good and affordable, the ambiance of the store is very cozy in my opinion I love the lay out of the store, there service is very friendly they make me feel very comfortable and seen. I would definitely come back read more

Do not rent a U-Haul here. My spouse and I booked a U-Haul truck, when we arrived to pick it up we were told there were no more trucks. They had one van, we were desperate so we rented that. The store itself is gross and smells, and I saw multiple roaches while waiting. We were given the key on a U-Haul keychain that had been snapped in half. When we got in the van we noticed immediately it had not been cleaned after the last rental as there was food trash and clothing inside, as well as something melted to the dashboard that looked like chocolate or gravy. The passenger seat was covered in white dog hair. The next day, I went in to return the key. We dropped it off early with replenished gas. I handed the key to Peter, the employee behind the counter. He said "You broke this, we are going to charge you for it." And held up the snapped in half keychain. I explained it was given to us like that and he called me a liar and said he would call his coworker to confirm that I broke it.. I told him I thought it was rich that he cared so much about the keychain, but not the disgusting state of the vehicles they rent, or their roach infested convenience store. I have opened a complaint with U-Haul, but seriously, avoid this place! read more

Not gonna lie, up until a few years ago I'd never spent much time in Bario Logan/Logan Heights, but as I started going to 2 Roses I became familiar and comfortable there. Some really cool M/P Shops and super authenticity because if I recall it's the oldest of the Mexican Bario's in SD. La Central Market is centrally situated right across the street from Chicano Park and just under the tail end of the Coronado Bridge. I know many will read this and see Bario and think shady, ghetto, but I find this place really great, aside from some homeless in the area that occasionally trouble you. First off they just remodeled it and they have a good liquor selection and prices. Everything you'd expect here as well as some knockoff Mexican branded stuff. Don't be fooled the food is good. Carne Asada is legit, a tad on the dry side, but it's the antithesis of San Diego Mexican. Quesadilla could use some polish, but as you realize where your at your not looking for guacamole and a huge salsa bar. Yeah used to have Porkyland down the way along with a slew of Mexican shacks in the area, but unless your craving something more specialized, getting some taco's or burrito's here is about as good as it gets. They do a bean and cheese that is the bees knees, but probably too much for the del taco crowd, heck even a bit too much for the El Camino sit down crowd. read more

I finally got to order my 5.99 pep pizza after checking them out on Yelp, it didnt disappoint! It took less.than 15min, of course I coudve called it in but I was in no hurry! The girl behind the counter was super sweet and friendly, as well as the lady making my pizza, that alone will make me come back. Go check this place out for some pizza and beer or sandwiches!!!! read more

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April 6th My kids and I were at the park closer to dinner time it's Friday why not pizza! The stores nice inside friendly customer service from the young lady at the register. Would come back to the store. Now the pizza on the other hand that man that was there that day YUK FACE no customer service. I said hello I'm going to order a pizza Mexicana no jalapenos please. (Kids) no response blank grumpy cat face. I said thank you and walked to the register feeling like WTF not mad just what's up with that guy. The lady at the register shouted Mexican pizza no jalapenos. 17 minutes later I pick up the pizza get home and there they are jalapenos. Mean pizza making man won't order pizza again. read more

I went in for a sandwich and it took 20 minutes for the guy to even start to make it and it was not because he was super busy. when I went in to check on my sandwich after 15 minutes of waiting he acted like I ordered pizza and then accuse me of saying that I ordered pizza I don't know how you confuse the word sandwich and pizza but okay guy it's sad because the pizza is really good here but the service is terrible and it's kind of dirty inside read more

Ayy dios mio! After walking around Chicano Park we worked up a thirst and decided to stop in. Outside they have beautiful art done by local graff artists as well as posters letting you know their special including a 5$ pizza! We walked in and I thought I was totally in my tias market in Mexico. They have an assortment of Mexican candies like the De La Rosa marzapan, tamarindo, and a bunch of other goodies! They also have other Mexican snacks like chicharonnes and takis! They have a large assortment of beverages including Coca Mexicana! A large 1litre was 1.89!! Hella cheap! In addition to the snack and what not they also have a kitchen area that cranks out hella yummy looking pizzas! I saw the menu some what and they have tacos, tortas, and other food. The pizza seriously looked hella bomb alas we were going to eat another place prior to coming home to Vegas. Buuut a slice is .93cents and a full pizza is 5$!!! I saw a man waiting for his pizza and another man carrying 2 with him to his work truck! They have to be good! I love local spots so I will def be back to try that pizza, they even have a carne asada one for 10.99! One cool thing is I saw a couple of people coming in for a single egg!! LOL! Customer service is also great, the cashier was super personable! Yay! read more

Ok so weve all had a sandwich, but when was the last time you had 2 delicious meat packed, sizable, sandwiches for $ 8.00 bucks..... its unheard of ! I recomend this spot, your choice of bread meat and cheeses, veggies the works you know. Its exactly what you should have at the neighborhood liquor store/ sandwich shop should be. read more

Great service & food, you can get a delicious large pizza for $5 it's awesome. I like the huge variety of items they sell in the store as well as the low prices. read more

I went to pick U-haul keys and the guy was so rude and aggressive. David does not respect people time and has no human values . bad attitude and do not know how to respect people . I DO NOT RECOMMAND RENTING U-HAUL FROM THAT LOCATION. read more

Hoodie, but it was hot, thin, tasty and a great deal. Just call ahead, quick drive by and enjoy.

OMG best tacos in the entire world! I flippin love this place! The taco man is sweet however the liquor store workers are mean and very unfriendly! All the Tacos make up for it! The carne is BOMB and they give you REAL guacamole choped up with onion and lime! WOOHOO! read more

Looks like all people that work here have attitude, they stare you down aggressively maybe they would like to improve on that .

Since my husbands ship is in the yards over there we go to this place a few times a week. We have yet to venture out to the other food...But the pizza slices are REALLY GOOD and under a buck per slice....You can't go wrong! Looking forward to trying the other stuff after reading the reviews! read more

Conviniently located on the corner of Dewey Ave and National Ave in the heart of Barrio Logan, "La Central" is actually more than just a liquor store/market. Its also a restaurant! The best fast mexican food on the block!!! Try the rolled tacos and shrimp burritos! Everything is made from scratch!!!! Homestyle! From fried rice to TJ style tacos! BBQ ribs, Seafood (even oysters)!!! DELICIOUS!!!!!!!! Not comparable to any typical restaurant I have come accross. Roach coach meets taco shop meets market! Its very weird, dont expect luxury. With only a bar and stools for maybe four people. This place is more of a walk thru place. Very affordable! Call to place your order for faster service. Dont mind the homeless lurking around the block, its worth the scare! Just blocks away from "The Guild" restaurant. read more

I was at lunch in a rush, and went in to get some taco's. Served quickly, so I had time to relax before going back to work. There is a new cook, the place was clean. New menu so come in and check it out. It's in a market so if you need anything else you can pick up some items on the way. read more

You would never guess that in this liquor stoe under the Coronado bridge is one of the best Mexican resturants in town. Everything is amazing and you can eat it in the beautiful park across the street. read more

Foods ok, Best place to cash checks without Ids. Just bring in a bad check and they will cash it.

I work in the area, and needed a particular hard to find grocery item at the last minute for a special event. First, wonderful that they carry Solar Rain bottled water. Locally produced, innovative bottled water product (check it out). I called ahead, they had it and set it aside for me (2 cases). They have a private parking lot, it was super convenient, and for anyone who knows Barrio, you know what the parking is like. They were so helpful and incredibly friendly, carried everything to my car and just made the whole experience delightful. Happy to have found the market and will come back, and recommend frequently. Thank you La Central! read more

Love the pizza here (seriously!!)... I think it's like $.92 for a slice, and my boyfriend and I lived across the street for a couple years and we would regularly grab a slice, a soda and hang in the park or watch the guys play basketball. The whole pizza is $5 and AMAZING... my parents came to visit from the midwest and were totally blown away by the price and taste of the food that came out of this little ghetto-mart. Don't let the neighborhood freak you out, the people are super friendly and the homeless people are not going to attack you... read more

I was really hoping for better. The reviews are pretty solid, especially for the quality of the meat. But that was the most dissapointing part. The carne asada was really dry and flavorless, the carnitas was also flavorless although actually well cooked, and the al pastor was good not great. The tacos are stuffed full of meat so that is good. I guess it was really about what I would expect from a taco shop in a liquor store under the Coronado bridge. I should also mention that most of the Spanish speaking people in there were ordering pizza... read more