I've been coming here a week straight to try almost everything they have and I have not been disappointed yet!!!! Their soup, menudo, tamales (except chicken), buche, barbacoa, birria, tortas, burritos, I've had basically everything and man this place is off the chain. Quality food and their fresh aguas frescas is just superb! Their bakery goods are awesome too. I just can't stop from saying how good this place is. Overall this place is where it's at to get fresh Mexican. :) keep up the good work!!! Aqui si es comida mexicana, no chingaderas!! :D read more

Okay so this is the cream of the crop of Mexican food! Delicious carne asada here and fresh oven with crispy chicharon! They have a bakery section and produce! Very clean atmosphere! read more

La Perla Tapatia - Fresh chicharon - Bakeries Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Great food. No flashy dining room just true authentic flavor. The flour tortillas are a true taste of Mexico. My personal favorite is the pollo chicken California burrito. Wash down with a horchata or fruit juice. The fruit bowls are fresh and tasty. If you want a no frills, real deal, tasty meal this is the place! read more

Great food but horrible customer service. I bought hojas from them one day. I didn't use one bag so I took them back the next day because I didn't use them and they were an expensive $8/bag. The woman in the store said she could not refund me the money even though I had my receipt. All because their cheap label fell off and she couldn't tell where i got them from. Even though there were bagged exactly like the ones in the store. I will not be going back. read more

So good. I just had their California burrito. It was so good. Size was fairly huge (and I think I just paid $5.99 excluding taxes which is very reasonable price for that good food). Im unable to finish it all so saving half for my friend to try. This is just next to where I live, I'm going to try tacos and tamales soon. Their spicy salsa is delicious. Note: while ordering let them know clearly what kind of meat you want in your food. read more

La Perla Tapatia - California burrito bisect - Bakeries Near Me - Oceanside, California

They have excellent food and wonderful meat market. I would recommend this place to any of my friends!

Poor customer service! Bread is good but not as good as San Luis Rey Bakery. Parking isn't the best either, they share it with 7/11 and a liquor store. read more

I would not recommend this La Perla! I have had better. We ordered tacos, steak fries and not worth the money. Drive down to mission and get way better tacos! read more

Poor service definitely dog and pony store. These pictures posted definitely do not tell the true story. My wife has came t ok this store a few times and always came back with something negative about there service. So today I went because I was gonna cook breakfast and needed green peppers and cheese. No cheese and no peppers, very strange and couldn't find anyone to ask so I got some items since I didnt want to feel like I wasted my time. Didnt take much time but what took a while was waiting to get run up. No one was there and I saw a lady at the meat section. Waved her down and said she would be with me soon (she mumbled but I assumed that's what she said) during the 5-10 minute wait these other 2 other workers appeared and started gossiping in Spanish. I dont think they expected me to know what they were saying but to keep it short, definitely inappropriate for the worn place. They didnt even offer help either, they just looked at me and continued talking without batting an eye. At that point I was ready to storm off but the lady came she rung me up and told me 5 dollars minimum. I asked her just get me something for a dollar and just looked and shrugged. So I got 3 lollipops and was changed 2 dollars. Now I could of argued but I just l was done with this place. Basically this place puts on a good show. Have terrible customer service and terrible prices. There food sits there for the whole day at least. Definitely take short cuts. This is definitely one of those places you got as a last resort. read more

CHECK YOUR RECEIPT! my mom went in there to buy a few pieces of bread and her total came out to 12.75. luckily she always gets a receipt. she paid with he ebt card and what I am assuming is the owner charged her 17.85. WHICH IS ILLEGAL!!!!!! When we went back in the lady didn't have a problem refunding it probably because she realizes how wrong it was but we asked if he does this all the time. I cant imagine how many people they rip off. They have to look at one receipt to charge on the machine so I don't believe it was a mistake. read more

The woman working there really need training in how to treat customers... they are always mad and when a order is placed they almost trow the plate at you read more

I would give five stars. But the owner is not friendly towards English speaking chicanos. If you don't speak Spanish the owner is not friendly. read more

Amazing pan dulcé! Homemade tortillas great burritos! Everything I've had there is so fantastic! read more

I got the carne asada nachos. They were not the best I've definitely had better nachos at other places. I will not be recommending the carne asada nachos here but I will be trying future items off the menu. I don't believe one should judge a restaurant off of just one item so I will try it once more since I've heard a lot of good things about La Perla tapatia. read more

A little smaller than the one on Mission, but they still have a good selection of items. Prices on hot food are less than the Mission location, but just as good. Customer service is good, a little slow at times, but worth the occasional wait. read more

Been coming here for years always good service until couple weeks ago. They hired a new girl to do check out and she has an attitude. This place was great during covid last year because they were always in top of regulations. Last time a went this new girl wears her mask below her nose. I found it rude not only because everyone going in has to wear a mask but because she is handling food. Today was no different she was there with her attitude and wearing the mark below her nose. When I asked her to wear her mask properly as she approached me she rolled her eyes and ignored me. It got to the point were I told her I didn't want her to handle the food. The owner witness everything and told her he was going to check me out. When I told him what his employee had done he said nothing. If you're going to have people going in being required to wear a mask then your employees should wear a mask too. I don't even want to know what happens behind closed doors. I'll take my business elsewhere from now on... read more

My favorite place for great and good value authentic Mexican food.Stopped by today and was amazed at the amount of covid precautions,great to see above and beyond ! I made it known to the lady that was letting in no more than three at a time I was impressed and she said that some people actually complain. Come on it's a harder game plan for resteraunt's to keep us safe just like school is going to be. Don't complain support small businesses like this one stop complaining and wear a mask ! No mask no service at La Perla as it should be ! read more

Great, Fresh to go Mexican food! The bakery items were very fresh. Their salsas and guacamole are a must try. This will be regular spot for me. Yes one of the ladies behind the counter was not very friendly but I didn't go there to make friends I went for the food which is worth it. read more

Their tamales suck!!! And the owner/manager is an A-hole. Enough said. Ask around and you'll hear all the stories about this place. Smh. The one on mission towards the beach is WAY better!!! read more

Went back so i am giving a 3 star just because their pan is delicious!!! Aside from that costumer service is not good. They definitely have some girls there that either don't care or just don't hear you good. Wait time to check out is also ridiculous. read more

This "panaderia" is amazing! It is thebest mexican bread we have ever had. It smells great when you walk in. The bread is freshly made every morning and they are always trying to make different kinds of bread. The selection is always changing yet the traditional ones are always there. It's also really cheap. We get around 8 pieces of "pan dulce" for only $3 something. They're "champurrado" is really good and they also make "pan muerto" during October up onto "el dia de los muertos" and "roscas" for the day of the three wise men, staying with tradition. They also offer mexican food, although there really isn't anywhere to sit. The food isn't the best I've ever had, but nonetheless pretty good. They've recently added a mini butcher area with meat and seafood. Regardless of the little market it is turning into, first and foremost it was a "panaderia" and still the best. read more

Price is really high , Service is Kind a rude and with an Attitude I looked for other places and there is nothing nearby. Maybe that is why they are still in.business read more

This review is for LUNCH ONLY! This place has the best Mexican food, bakery and butchery in the greater San Diego area. Try the chorizo, machaca, shrimp diablo...I'm working my way through the menue. Everything is fresh and fantastic. Ge there early for the baked goods. The locals stock up for their parties. In reading the other reviews regarding trying this place later in the day, I'm sorry that I have to aggree. Noticed the same staff that was cooking at 9am, friendly and making the food I so enjoy for breakfast and lunch, at 8:30pm burnt out, no longer putting anything fresh out. read more

Great spot for good meats, pan, and I always stop in for produce mid week. They also have a great take out restaurant that's fantastic. The staff is very very helpful and kind as well which is a huge huge plus! read more

The rude witch at the door greets you with a mean look and negative energy. She mad dog looks at you like you don't belong here. she doesnt say hello or thank you. so thats fine with me. Their is nothing special about this place except high price and mean witch women staring you down. I will never shop here again. read more

the guac and ceviche is fuego!!! Love their pastries when they are fresh! The tortillas behind the counter are great! The soups were my to go to every time I was sick (good and affordable) read more

We been coming here for awhile. We came in today to get some food to watch the Inauguration. Food is good, pastry are good just make sure you check for freshness. I love there fruits and vegetables. I've haven't bought meat there yet. It's like little Mexico in the valley of Oceanside. Stop by and give them a try and it's always nice to support the locals. read more

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Moved in down the road last October, it's my fiancé and I's go-to for pan dulce! Their tamales are packed and delicious, and chicken soup is sooo good! read more

well, found my new favorite local burrito spot! The market is great too! Fresh pastries made there, dulces, flan!

Their phone number doesn't work, so we went in, instead of calling for pick up. In MY experience, I basically didn't have one. We got there at 9, with a home hour left before they close and they gestured that the menu is closed only the items inside their buffet bins are available. Which I didn't know what all but 2 were. So I asked anyway about the options in my head and she nodded 'no' to all of them. But my wife got carne asada nachos and she really enjoyed them, said the meat was tender just as another yelper noted. read more

I have had the worst experience so far with this place... today I order a pound of birria when I got home I realize they gave me the wrong thing . I called and they asked me to bring it back and get the right thing. when I got there I asked to speak with person in charge and it was that same cashier who ring me up and it happens to be the owners daughter. All she said was sorry and I could not get my money back or anything else she was rude and ignore me for at least 5 minutes. If they want to keep customers coming back they need better customer service starting with management. I hope somebody does read this and gets back to me about the service you provide at this place. read more

Yes! They have everything from pan dulce ( sweet bread) , meat and hot food! Tortillas, tortas, burritos, beans, rice and more. It's also reasonably priced, I love this place! read more

We stumbled upon this place after stopping at 7 Eleven right next door. What a great find! They have amazing burritos under $6 - big enough for two meals for me. We will definitely be returning to try some of their bakery items! Great prices, friendly service, clean store, large selection - I highly recommend this place! read more

BEST LOCAL AUTHENTIC MEXICAN SPOT THERE IS, it's a hole in the wall but they have everything, it's a bakery/meat market/restaurant and everything is very well done. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for good authentic Mexican food, unlike those local food chains nearby this place really is authentic and amazing. Their carne asada fries are my fav! read more

This place is a little market with a Mexican bakery, meat market, and a kitchen inside it. Love how is a mom and pop place. The menu is all Mexican but all home authentic. Ordered a burrito for me abs tamale for my five year old little girl. Let me say my burrito was huge. Was barley able to finish it and it tastes great. Had the Carne asada and it cane with brands, rice and all the fixes. Was very happy with it. My daughter ate get meal before I was able to get a taste so I take it was good. Not much room to eat your meal here. It's more for take out. Once I was done with the meal I selected a few Mexican sweet beads top take home. The selection on the bread is great. Over 50 different types of bread you can choice from. I choose a few and they look great I will come back again for the food and the great prices. read more

One of the best small markets I have ever come across. Friendly staff and an amazing selection of items to choose from. Keep up the great customer service. read more

Worst customer service ever, the owner's daughter is so rude but I heard the father is worst. They should treat their customers better because of us customers they have business, and if they don't want to work or deal with customers they should just close this place down... read more

Unfortunately, I wasn't too impressed with this particular Mexican restaurant. My siblings and I were in there over the weekend and had some time to kill before attending an event. We decided to check out this place due to the great recommendations and our love for authentic tacos. While, they have the authenticity part down, I just wasn't blown away with the flavor. I feel like the concentrate more on the seasonings than the sauces and they'll be A-OK. read more

Been shopping here for decades. Their fast food made in front of you is amazing. Burritos the size of your arm, the meat is always cooked well. Pan selection is always good and tastes great. The meat prices are really good yet the reason only four out of five stars is that sometimes the meat, veggies and other selections look old. With a small market I am sure they sell beyond the recommended sale date to make an extra couple of bucks. I don't mind as I will just get something else that is fresh but can be discouraging to first time visitors. Can get busy and customers and employees will get pushy but it is worth the authentic Mexican food and feeling. read more

This is my favorite lil Mexican bakery/deli/produce store in all of San Diego. Whenever I am in the neighborhood I have to stop here.