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    Marisco's Germán

    3.6 (189 reviews)
    InexpensiveSeafood, Mexican
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    MARISCO'S GERMÁN ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Fish tacos, consome, michelada
    Trever T.

    I've been eating here and at the food truck in San Marcos for the last 5 years - the food and the service is always excellent!! Make sure to try the verde aguachiles.

    Cóctel Campechano.
    Susie O.

    I had the campechana cocktail, which is a mix of shrimp, octopus, clams, scallops, and imitation crab. I'll start with what I loved the most about it, I loved the fact that the vegetables were very fresh, along with the lemony & spicy flavor, it just made it super good. The things I didn't like were, that for the medium cup that I got, I really only got 3 shrimp in the whole cup. Also the imitation crab was cut up in big chunks and they added way too much of the scallops. I wish that I could say that I've finally found my go to for "Mexican Seafood" in town but sadly my search continues. Overall, this place was great with their service, and the environment was clean and friendly. I will definitely be back but perhaps to try something different.

    Great Lunch
    Robert Z.

    Visited 7/11/2022 Back for another visit for the best Fish & Seafood Tacos in all of San Diego County Bar None. The food here has been consistent every year since I've been coming here and that's been many years. The fish tacos are amazing and only $3.75ea. I never get tired of them. The Mixed Seafood Taco is $12.00 and is a whole meal in one taco. I ate it with a fork this time I never got to the bottom and the tortilla. Service is good, That food is even better. Small place but I've never had a problem getting a table. If you Love Baja style fried tacos this is the place for you. I'll be back again soon.

    this is what you get when you order from this place nothing but tortilla mind you this was $18+ overpriced food & horrible service !

    Nothing but tortilla on this burrito barely any meat & ridiculously pricy for the proportion as if it were gourmet! Horrible service & overpriced items I can guarantee you I'm not the only one that agrees !

    Front door entrance on the street
    Xochiana S.

    So my boyfriend is the king of knowing good places specifically mexican placed as well. So my mom wanted to bring my grandma some food for when we go see her. My boyfriend was telling my mom and I about this place because he says they are known for their fish tacos. We decided to try it out and bring some to my grandma. When we entered the place it looked very cool, the design and the decorations were very cool. The workers only speak spanish as far as I am aware because when my mom tried she only only responded in spanish. I ordered for us and we waited inside for our food, while waiting the lady also brought us a complementary consome de camarones. We got 2 fish tacos, 1 fish burrito and 1 carne asada tacos. It was so good! oh my gosh the food tasted wonderful, I usually have been pretty picky with my food especially mexican because my boyfriends parents good is unbelievable delicious!! I always compare it to theirs haha! This place is so freaking good and I would absolutely love to come back for some food! I wasn't able to finish the tacos because they were pretty big. I recommend coming here for good mexican sea(food). - Así que mi novio es el rey de conocer buenos lugares específicamente mexicanos colocados también. Así que mi mamá quería llevarle algo de comida a mi abuela para cuando fuéramos a verla. Mi novio nos estaba contando a mi mamá y a mí sobre este lugar porque dice que son conocidos por sus tacos de pescado. Decidimos probarlo y llevarle algunos a mi abuela. Cuando entramos al lugar se veía muy bien, el diseño y las decoraciones eran muy chulas. Los trabajadores solo hablan español hasta donde yo sé, porque cuando mi mamá lo intentó, solo respondió en español. Pedí para nosotros y esperamos dentro nuestra comida, mientras esperaba la señora también nos trajo un consome de camareones complementario. Nos dieron 2 tacos de pescado, 1 burrito de pescado y 1 tacos de carne asada. ¡Fue tan bueno! oh, Dios mío, la comida sabía maravillosa, por lo general he sido bastante exigente con mi comida, especialmente mexicana porque los padres de mis novios son increíblemente deliciosos. Siempre lo comparo con el de ellos jaja! Este lugar es tan bueno y me encantaría volver por algo de comida! No pude terminar los tacos porque eran bastante grandes. Recomiendo venir aquí para un buen mar mexicano (comida).

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    Elizabeth R.

    Everything was so good. A little bit pricey As a restaurant owner checking prices and plate presentations Looking for new ideas Pescado frito al mojo was really good. ***** Tostada loca was amazing ***** Ambiance was good You must put money if you want music as a restaurant owner I think we have to entertaining our clients Overall food was great We're here to rate food so food was amazing Service was amazing Recommended

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    Amazing food!!! Worth the price will definitely come back. Service was great.. consomé was delicious

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    What can I say.. first time here "awesome fish tacos" excellent friendly service... definitely give this a try you won't be disappointed

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    Los tacos de pescado son muy buenos es un lugar pequeño pero muy cómodo y limpio nos gustó mucho

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    Came with my partner to try the delicious seafood Fresh seafood and great service. Love the ambiance, almost like a speak easy.

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    That Mexican Place

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    (511 reviews)
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    That Mexican Place has become my family's go-to spot for Mexican food in Escondido. The portions…read moreare huge, the service is always friendly and attentive, and the food comes out surprisingly fast. Two standout items you have to try are the surf and turf burrito and the carne asada fries--they're both packed with flavor and come in generous portions. We've been here many times and consistently have a great experience whether dining in or ordering to go. If you're looking for solid Mexican food with big portions and fast service in the Escondido area, this place is definitely worth a visit.

    It'd been a couple years since the sad limp rolled taco encounter. So given how often these places…read moreturn over ownership or management, I figured it time to give That Mexican Place anonymously go. I ordered a #1 combo (shredded beef taco, cheese, enchilada, beans/rice) for myself, and two shredded beef tacos à la carte for Mom, to eat at home a half mile away. Upon opening, the combo looked good, although the tiny smattering of pico on the taco and particularly the super skimpy portions of both beans and rice immediately stood out - a real bummer as I REALLY love Mexican beans and rice. So presentation was quite disappointing. Then, the second I picked up the taco, it was apparent it didn't survive the trip, having completely disintegrated on the bottom. This appeared to be from using a thinner than usual tortilla to make the taco, which was then set directly in a puddle of unusually watery enchilada sauce. So that was strike 2. As for the cheese enchilada, there was so little cheese had I not known what I was eating I wouldn't have been able to tell you. In addition, it was swimming in the same watery enchilada sauce that caused the demise of the taco. As for the à la carte beef tacos, mom reported they were good. So at least she was happy (Whew! Thank goodness!). The good news is, the food all tasted good, with the issues all relating to quantity and plating, not quality or taste. So despite the low rating, I'll be back at least once more to give them another go, if only because it's so conveniently close to home. Fingers crossed...

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    Drinks, salsa, utensils, etc are not self serve
    Drinks, salsa, utensils, etc are not self serve
    Adobada Burrito is now tiny, notice the right side is all tortilla too...
    Adobada Burrito is now tiny, notice the right side is all tortilla too...
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    4.3
    (954 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    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?

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    Mi Rancho Market

    Mi Rancho Market

    4.4
    (267 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    The food is great and at a great price as well. Love the rice that comes in the burritos.read more

    I'm giving this place 3 stars for now because my first experience was genuinely great, but my…read moresecond visit was disappointing enough that I almost rated it 2 stars. The first time I visited a few weeks ago, I had a really positive experience. The location was a little hard for me to find, but once I got there, it seemed worth it. I walked in craving a breakfast burrito and was helped by a very nice, slender gentleman at the counter. I asked for a ham, bacon, and sausage breakfast burrito and also requested that it be cut in half. He was friendly, said no problem, and within minutes I had exactly what I ordered. That burrito was delicious. The salsa station was stocked and convenient with self-serve cups readily available, and the atmosphere was nice. The people around me were friendly, and one gentleman even mentioned this was the place that used to be near Peterson's Donuts. Overall, it was a great first impression and I left happy, already planning to come back. Fast forward to today, Saturday, April 25, 2026 around 10:30 AM, and unfortunately, my second experience was the complete opposite. This time there was a young woman working the register, and from the moment I approached, she didn't seem very welcoming. I told her I wanted to order a breakfast burrito but wasn't sure what kind I wanted today. She told me the only options were bacon, egg, cheese and tater tots, or egg and cheese. I politely asked if I could add ham and sausage and pay extra, since that's what I had ordered before. She immediately responded that they "didn't have that type of breakfast burrito." That response confused me because I had literally ordered one there before. I wasn't going to argue, especially because her tone and attitude made me feel like I was bothering her just by asking questions. I then asked if the burrito could be cut in half and never really got a clear response. I also noticed the salsa station no longer had the little self-serve cups available, so I had to ask for those too. The same cashier asked how many I needed, and I said two. A few minutes later, another woman called my name and handed me the burrito. I sat down and realized it wasn't cut in half like I requested. At that point, I had to go back up and ask for a plastic knife and fork just to cut it myself. Which was not a problem or issue for me. I ate half of the burrito, but honestly, it wasn't nearly as good as the first one. The taste was underwhelming, and by the time I left I was just so disappointed. I ended up throwing the other half away after I left. Consistency matters, especially when the first experience set the bar high. The food was great the first time, but the service and quality were lacking the second time around. My honest opinion: if someone is having a bad day, they probably shouldn't be the first face customers interact with at the register. I may update this review depending on how management responds, because I know this place can do better based on my first visit.

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    Mi Rancho Market
    Carnitas with creamy mild green salsa, Adobado in the middle with no salsa needed, and Asasda with hot chile, which it needed.
    Carnitas with creamy mild green salsa, Adobado in the middle with no salsa needed, and Asasda with hot chile, which it needed.
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    Mi Guadalajara

    Mi Guadalajara

    3.6
    (725 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    I've been to Mi Guadalajara in Escondido a handful of times now, and my wife and I keep coming back…read morebecause, overall, it's a solid spot for Mexican food in North County San Diego. It's got that classic, welcoming family-owned vibe that's been around since the '80s, and we always leave feeling satisfied--even if it's not always perfect. The interior is pretty cool and distinctive. Think big, spacious dining areas with vibrant traditional Mexican decor: colorful murals on the walls (some really elaborate ones that give it almost a resort-like feel), solid wood furniture, chandeliers, and that open, multi-level layout that makes it feel grand without being stuffy. It's large enough that even on busier nights, you rarely have to wait long for a table, which is a huge plus. Service is one of the consistent highlights here. The staff is friendly, quick, and chatty in the best way--they remember little things, keep the chips and salsa flowing, and make you feel like regulars even if it's just your third or fourth visit. No complaints there; it's fast, accurate, and genuinely warm. Now, the food: it's always fresh, which I really appreciate--no skimping on ingredients or anything that tastes like it's been sitting around. Portions are generous, and when it's on point, it's really good. We've had some great meals here that make us think, "Yep, this is why we come back." But I'll be honest--there's some inconsistency from visit to visit. The flavors don't always match what I remember from previous times. Sometimes the seasoning is spot-on and bold; other times, it's dialed way back. Our most recent dinner was a perfect example of that. I ordered the chicken enchiladas, hoping for that rich, comforting flavor, but they came out pretty mild--almost under-seasoned, lacking that punch I was craving. The rice on the side was a bit tough and dry, like it had overcooked or sat too long, which made it harder to enjoy. It wasn't terrible by any means (nothing was inedible, and the rest of the plate was fine), but it just didn't hit the high notes we've gotten before. It's frustrating because we've had better enchiladas and fluffier rice here on other trips. That said, the inconsistency hasn't been bad enough to turn us off. The highs are high enough, the atmosphere is enjoyable, the service is great, and it's a reliable option when we're in the mood for Mexican without venturing too far. My wife and I still enjoy it and will definitely be back--we're hoping the next visit brings back that memorable flavor we love. If you're in the Escondido area and want a big, festive Mexican spot with friendly people and usually tasty food, give Mi Guadalajara a try. It's worth checking out!

    Gave this place a second try during happy hour and didn't change my mind…read more Service was decent. We were at the bar area this time. Again liked the decor, they need to curate it down a little. Music and better lighting would elevate it so much. We got two different menus and got confused but apparently one was the old menu. Drinks... 6/10. My mangoneada needed more mango and tajin, it needed more flavor. My friends thought their drinks were also just ok as well. One had to ask for more hot sauce for her michelada, they only had tapatío. She said it was bland. Foods also just ok. The birria tacos were the best part, def would order again. Tortilla didn't split, good portion and the consomé was good. Cheese dip tasted like velveta. Nachos with beef were decent. Fried ice cream was not good. I've had this dish many times and it was stale and didn't taste fried. Idk if the cereal was stale or the ice cream was so frozen but it was not good. The salsa that comes with the chips is more of a tomato based and we weren't offered other salsas. We asked and got two others but the flavor was just not there. Paid about 60 bucks with tip for two happy hour items, a mangonada and dessert. Again, if the flavors were there, it would be worth and I would be back. It's such a unique space, easy to get to, plenty of parking, beautiful art in the center portion, they are so close to getting it right.

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    Main circular dining area above.
    Main circular dining area above.
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