Small market with some really good food. Their meat section has some pretty decent prices as well. All their workers were nice and helpful.

The service is nice but I feel the food is not as fresh and finding ingredients is not as easy. Also I have needed fresh veggies and it doesn't seem like they stock them that often. The cleanliness also isn't always up to par either. read more

I've been living in East County San Diego for my entire life and I never knew this place even existed. I heard they were a very good meat market, but I was even more excited when I learned that they also have restaurant inside the store. I am such a food whore. At any rate, for breakfast, I ordered the "Huevos a la Mexicana" with a side a corn tortillas. The Mexican scramble came with chopped serrano peppers, onions, and tomatoes, not to mention a side of beans and rice for $13.49 plus tax. The scramble also comes topped with a couple of slices of Mexican Panels Cheese. I did like that! The eggs were well scrambled with all the ingredients and well seasoned. They definitely did not hold back on any of the ingredients, especially the fresh hot peppers. As a results, the scrambled a good heat, just the way my father would of liked it. I liked it, too. Both the rice and beans were very good. The beans were fantastic and the rice was well prepared and cooked to the right texture, but they could of used a little more seasoning. I used the locally made corn tortillas to make breakfast tacos with the scramble and the tasty hot sauce they offered. Every body was super friendly at this hybrid meat market and eatery. Did I mention they have a meat counter here, too? It's a cool little hidden gem in El Cajon. read more

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Excellent customer service and great food. I would recommend this place that is looking for authentic fresh Mexican

Small little grocery shop that serves bomb food. We had the chilaquiles verde, birria torta and chicken quesadilla. Everything was amazing. They brought the food to our table and helped us put together a table since the other tables were occupied. read more

If you want AHHHMAZING food cooked in a cozy home like atmosphere then this is the place to go! We ordered the chilaquiles red and green and it blew us away! From the portion sizing to the flavor, they do not skimp out at all. Each plate came with big pieces of Carne Asada, Beans, fresh cheese, rice, chilaquiles, and fresh avocado. One plate has enough portions for two people but if you don't want to share, I wouldn't blame you! Ordering is simple, head to the cashier and order your food then grab a table to eat at. The chilaquiles were not on the menu but we just asked for it. You can grab a drink from the coolers and pay when you're all done. They also have a great variety of snacks! They serve menudo every weekend and birria every day. You just can't go wrong with this place. Check them out! read more

Ol’ Rodeo's Meat/Market - Red Chilaquiles, spicy but so good! - Meat Shops Near Me - El Cajon, California

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Very dishonest business will charge you for your item and will not put them in your bag I am high disappointed with the way I was treated after I purchased my items and didn't get my items I payed for I will not be returning to purchase nor sending my loved ones here to get treated the same it's a shame that people can't be more respectful and honest in today's society I always support local businesses but this one is definitely off my list for the unfair treatment over a few sodas what a shame read more

Okay! Okay! I loves me some Mexican food. Lord knows I do. But today, I ate for the very first time really for real Mexican food. Not a taco. Not a burrito. Honest to goodness Mexican food made by honest to goodness Mexicans. A very close friend, Rigo, invited me out to breakfast. I told him to pick any spot, thinking pancakes and eggs, something I never eat but was willing since the thing was to just hang out. He chose this spot. Now mind you, this is a grocery store. Never in my wildest dreams would I have come here for breakfast. Actually, I don't think I would have come here for groceries. Well, this is what happened. I get there early, walk in and grab a seat at one of the non-descript tables. Just 6 small pine tables and chairs in the center of the market. However, they were very clean. Clean is always a plus. It's 8 am and the store is just opening. I'm the only customer. They notice me sitting at the table and give me a very friendly welcome and continue opening the store. Nobody is eyeing me suspiciously or even looking like they are wary of me in any way. I grew up in Southeast San Diego. Small business owners were always wary of big muscular black guys walking in and sitting down without saying anything. This change was soooo refreshing. I mean... I'm really a nice guy regardless of how intimidating I look. It's hard being this nice looking like I will f**k you up. I mean, I will, but I'll be nice about it, My friend Rigo finally shows up speaking Spanish and greeting everyone like he just stepped into his mamma's kitchen. Actually, from this moment on, that's exactly what it felt like, There, in the middle of a grocery store, I felt like I was eating in the Mexican home of a good friend. He asked what I wanted and I immediately said, "I'll have what you're having " "You sure?" He asked. "Yeah. As long as it's not spicy" I really wanted to taste the food. He had already told me this place serves authentic Mexican. All I know is tacos, burritos, chimicangas (did I spell that right) and so on. My God I love that stuff. Never in my wildest crazy WTF whatever IDGAF thoughts would I have ordered what he ordered for me. I didn't even know food like this existed. Chilaquiles in Green Sauce. I... I.... I .. huh? I'm thinking..... "Please don't be Chilli Rellenos. I hate those." Whatever. Today is an adventure so let's adventure. Mexican rice, refried beans and half an avocado. Okay. Familiar. What was not familiar was the fact that for breakfast, carne asada soooo tender no knife was needed. Perfectly seasoned with spices that I knew to be Mexican, but soooo much tastier. Covered in a green sauce, i didn't notice the chilaquiles that had some heat but not so much that it burned my pallet. That green sauce. Wow. Just a big wow! Just put it in a glass and give me a straw. I imagine it could cover a myriad of dishes and take them to the next level. I'd put it on fried chicken and home fries instead of hot sauce. What? No tortillas? Of course there were. They were also chopped into squares and fried to a tender crispiness and placed under the sauce and chilaquiles for a nice bite with the carne asada, chilaquiles, sauce and egg. Egg? Yes. On top of it all was an over easy runny fried egg. I hate runny eggs. Well, I did until I broke it open and ran into the perfectly seasoned refried beans. I couldn't get it on my fork without accidentally getting the slice of white cheese on the fork too. Yes people. Slices of this white Mexican cheese I've never had before. "Angels singing!" Did I fail to mention how tender and flavorful the Mexican ride was? Well it was. I'm so used to it being undercooked or overcooked and mushy that I don't even normally order it. It's always been that stuff on the plate to fill you up instead of tasting good. This rice, I ate. Oh! The order was huge. The first photo is the order as it came to me, the second photo is how much I had the pleasure of taking home for lunch. Practically half of the order. Chilaquiles. My new favorite Mexican eat. You have got to try this place. I will be taking my family next Saturday. I would be remiss if I didn't mention how clean and beautiful the store was. This is definitely a Mexican food store that carries Mexican seasoning and canned ingredients to make a plethora of Mexican eats. They even have a full butchery staffed by qualified butchers to cut your meat to specification. This was definitely worth the drive from Pt Loma to El Cajon. read more

Ol’ Rodeo's Meat/Market - Chilaquiles in Green Sauce half eaten. - Meat Shops Near Me - El Cajon, California

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I have been coming here for 5 years. It's great for convenience and they have a little bit of everything. Everything for the most part is great about this little store. Only a couple complaints I have are 1. Check the expiration dates on the food. They'll have expired items for sale. 2. Check your receipts. I have berm charged for extra items and just so happened to catch it today. It was 2.99 additional charge and what's upsetting is the lady working the cash register didn't offer an apology or anything. She just gave me the 2.99 in cash and sent me on my way. Do better ol rodeos. read more

I have been coming here for years and it's never a disappointment. Meat is always at a good and staff are willing to help. I recommend this place if you are planning a BBQ. There is plenty of parking. read more

This is great little neighborhood market. They have a pretty bustling butcher counter and a much larger menu of hot food options than I would have expected. Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, etc. The produce section is small, just what you need to grill all the meat you're going to purchase. There's shelf stable food, a small dairy section, household items and lots of snacks and candy. They're located next to the iconic Yogurt Mill and there's plenty of nearby parking. The service is excellent, friendly and welcoming. read more

Great little market. Love the butcher shop, fresh produce, ready made great salsas, guacamole, fresh tortillas. They have small taqueria in store too. Food from taqueria on spicy side, best chorizo ever had at butcher shop & carne asada great too. Highly recommend read more

Amazing service and food! Love it. Clean and generous portions. I absolutely recommend.

Love this Market in El Cajon! Great service, lots of options of meat behind the counter. All of the employees are super nice as well. I highly recommend coming here! read more

The food was delicious. Had Carne asada tacos, rice and beans. The tortillas were fantastic too. Very authentic Mexican food. We are coming back for sure. Small and cozy place to eat. Nothing fancy yet very delicious. Family owned. read more

Great Mexican food market ! Got machaca and beef for milanesa. I've also catered birria from here and it's been a hit every time !Delicious ! read more

I have gone here several times and received nothing but great service with a warm smile. Their food is made with quality and care, and would recommend this place to anyone who likes authentic Mexican food. read more

Multiple visits with great customer service . Highly recommend the birria it's amazing . Tortillas to go always fresh and warm too

I have been going to this place for a few days I have a bit of Mexican sauce so you don't have to go all the way down to mexico to go buy a delicious steak not while i have rodeos close to my house and went again to buy a marinated steak and enjoying it with a Torta Yum read more

Ol’ Rodeo's Meat/Market - Just bought a maranated steak from this place and now eating. In a torta - Meat Shops Near Me - El Cajon, California

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I love this place! Great prices on everything from their pre-cooked food like birria and sides to their meat platters for large parties. The place is family owned and everyone is super friendly. I haven't tried their taco stand yet, but that's on my list. read more

Best burrito in San Diego for sure. Always has the freshest meat in a big burrito! Also a nice selection of produce including fresh mangos. Staff is always very nice and welcoming. Highly recommend. read more

I'm always looking for legit Mexican butcher shops and I know the smaller the operation the better they are and I found this gem in El Cajon. Not only was the services beyond friendly but the butcher was very helpful. The smells were amazing since they also serve tacos, burritos and soups. I was super excited to try their al pastor, pollo asado, carne asada, rice, beans and tortillas. You guys...it was all so freaking good! I'm not a fan of runny beans but these are good. I usually go to Carnival in Linda Vista but not anymore! Ol Rodeos my new go to! read more

OMG BOMB TACOS!!! Come SUN-THUR 7pm-10 pm for their $1.50 tacos BEST TACOS IVE HAD!! Highly recommend, extremely friendly!

Best Carne Asada, Milanesa, Al Pastor, Albondigas.....everything. Employees are always so kind and welcoming. We dont go anywhere else for our Carne!!!!! read more

Excelente servicio, la calidad de la carne (carnicería) es muy buena y fresca. La comida preparada que ofrecen tiene muy buen sansón. Amplia mente recomendados! read more

Best Meat market for Carne Asada andPollo Asado. Always fresh,lean no gristle. They also have excellent fresh tortillas

Great place for carne asada and all the fixin's. Very friendly staff and great prices! I'll never go anywhere else.

AWESOME Mom & Pop Homestyle Market with fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner served how you want it! They have AWESOME meat package deals that you cannot beat. If you want to switch out an item and still be within the package price, they don't even bat an eye . They will also cater your kids or even your own birthday party! But the most important part is that they will serve you up some fresh tostilocos on the spot just the way Grandma used to make it back in the day!!! I highly recommend this market to any family, or even a bachelor to atleast TRY this place out. read more

I stop here every time I head out for camping to pick up carne asada and all the fixings for my group. The food is amazing and the prices reasonable. The staff is friendly and fantastic. Thank you! read more

Best carne asada in San Diego! We've been buying our meat all over SD searching for the best but never satisfied. Once we were told about this gem we've ONLY been coming here. Must try! read more

Great little Mexican food shop hidden in a butcher/market. One of the best taco/ food shops. The butcher packs look awesome and great price

I started coming here about a year ago, and continue to make my way back for the quality meats and great prices, there is customer service is nothing but as great as there meats. They also have a hot food line with traditional Mexican dishes. read more