Oscar's Mexican Food was a pleasant surprise. I stopped by after a concert to grab dinner for my family, and everything was delicious. I had the California Burrito, which was packed with flavor, and my family really enjoyed the carne asada burrito, carne asada tacos, and carnitas burrito. The red and green salsas were both excellent and definitely better than your average taco shop salsa. The inside has that classic So-Cal taco shop vibe that I personally love. Nothing fancy -- just exactly what you'd expect from a neighborhood taco shop. We had a small mix-up with our order, but the staff fixed it right away and were friendly about it which I really appreciated. I'm honestly surprised this place doesn't have a higher rating because my experience was great from start to finish. Maybe it's just me, but if a taco shop is in an old Pizza Hut building it's usually a good sign :) I'll definitely be back! read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - California Burrito - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

A one star would be appropriate but the two-star rating is because I grabbed a carne asada burrito from them several days ago and it was quite outstanding. Today I called in and ordered a machaca burrito with beans. The burrito I got was very tasty but there were no beans included and so I paid an extra $2 for nothing. I called in to mention it and I was told that I ordered light beans. What?? So the excuse is a language issue although the young man spoken English quite well. This is about the third time I've encountered this. Next time I will unroll the darn thing and check for beans before I leave. 15 bucks for a machaca burrito. What is this world coming to? Sorry to rant, but I like to order a mixed burrito with just chicken and beans, not beef and beans. Even though a plain beef burrito is exactly the same price as a plain chicken burrito, they charge an extra amount to switch to chicken. Just another little gouge that they like to pull here. read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - Do you see any beans in this machaca burrito? Neither do I, although I ordered beans al dentro and was charged about $2 for them. - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

Stopped by this place a couple Saturday's ago craving a solid meal, and we weren't that impressed. The breakfast burrito itself was ok, but the major issue I had was that the potato slices inside were just too big to enjoy with the meal. They also didn't feel like they were cooked all the way through as they were still somewhat hard to eat. The rolled tacos were better, however the tortillas were a bit too dry for our preferences. While they weren't bad, they definitely came across as too dry and a bit stale. The rest of the ingredients were good, but I don't think we will return to this location as there are more reliable options for Mexican food nearby. read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - Rolled tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

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On several occasions, i order was wrong and they give you a hard time replacing it or want you to drive all the way back with the food that they messed up. Tamales were good the first time I tasted them I went back for six more another day and the muscle. I was dried out like it had been microwaved or left out or frozen for a long time. I requested a replacement and asked for the manager. The girl specifically said just give my name when I return no details. So when I called to request the replacement a week later, he's telling me that I needed to bring the food back when that was not what I was told when I kept asking for the procedure to get a replacement or a refund Maybe only order in Spanish, the order is often incorrect, especially if anything needs special attention or request Bad service unless you go in in person Do not use drive-through and check your food before you leave if you insist on ordering here read more

I had the chilli ríenos and it was soooooo good!!! I will definitely be back. They are very patient with my friend who was being difficult, I really appreciate that! read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - Chille ríenos - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

I've heard about Oscar's for years and finally tried the San Marcos location. The late night crowd was a bit strange, but we wanted to pick up some takeout on our way home. We tried a bunch of tacos but I wish we only got a bunch of the fish tacos. - cabeza: pretty decent - fish: solid fish tacos with a generous amount of mayo...would recommend - carne asada: so dry and bland - adobada: burnt, dry, bland The salsa bar was also not impressive. Their salsas were COMPLETELY watered down. Overall- this is a skip for me when they are so many other good taco spots in SD. But if I'm in a pinch and need to stop by- I would definitely grab some fish tacos. read more

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The last 4 times I went to Oscar's they listen to my order and then choose to give me something else. I ordered carne asada and they give me California burrito. My husband has asked for a bean, cheese and rice and he gets a bean burrito. This happens every time. I spend $30 and can't get what I order. My order is not complicated. I have given so many chances in hopes that Oscar's can Please do better. I now have to boycott them and let everyone know, they suck! read more

THE BEAT CARNE ASADA NACHOS EVER!! Their carne asada is fantastic quality. I never get a piece of grizel in any of my carne asada dishes and that's saying a lot. The meat is so nice and soft and the staff is awesome. I still eat here several times a week even though I no longer live in San Marcos, it's worth the drive from Oceanside. Love it. Thanks guys! Not sure why their rating is so low cause I'm super picky and they've never gotten our orders wrong and like I said we go there a lot! read more

I've been going to Oscars for 20 years. Consistently great. Their matcha burrito is incredible. Everything you want in this exceptional breakfast burrito. Big fan of the chicken and carnitas tacos too. read more

Oscar's is not what it used to be back in the day. I went last night after not going for a year and I was so disappointed. I bought a carne asada quesadilla and the carne asada was super dry. I also ordered a fish burrito and it was just gross. read more

I used to frequent Oscars. I haven't been there in about 3-4 months. I had noticed a decline in quality before I had stopped going, but last night I thought we would give them a try. It was TERRIBLE. The Great: The convenience. They are fast The Good: Hmmm. Pricing isn't too bad. The Bad: The corn tortillas are bad. Really dry and flavorless The Ugly: The meat. The Carne Asada is unseasoned beef. The adobada does not taste like adobada. I told my husband we can probably never go there again. Oscars just isn't worth any price you pay when we have so many options. read more

One of the few 24 hour places in San Marcos. Good for some late night eats. I'll usually grab a California or shrimp burrito from here on my way home if it's late at night. Burritos here are pretty good and it's close by the freeway. read more

Omg this place is so good. If you read my reviews, it's rare that I give 5 stars. This place is a hidden gem. Or maybe it's not. Everything that I tasted was so good! They had an open salsa bar!! Yes! The tacos and carne asada fries were on point! Will def come back here if I'm ever in the area! Wish they had one in Northern California! read more

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Been wanting to try Oscar's for awhile and my nephew, who was visiting, was craving late-night Mexican...so it was the perfect excuse. We ordered via drive through. We got: Adobada Burrito - nephew loved it and said he'd get it again. The meat was delicious. Carne Asada Taco - this was huge and really good. Came on a soft corn tortilla with onions and cilantro. Chicken Taco - this came on a hard shell with cheese and lettuce. We also ordered chips with guacamole and pico de gallo. We were surprised it was served all together in a container, like nachos without the cheese. They were good. read more

Pozole? More like beef soup. I love the flavor of their pozole. Only thing, there's not even 6 pieces of hominy.... yes, I counted!! Extremely disappointing...I had to have my boyfriend go back and order me another and ask specifically for more hominy because all I got was meat in broth... really annoying. Ended up spending about $30 for both so I can get an ACTUAL bowl with hominy, the correct way. read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - "Pozole"... - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

Oscar's is one of my favorite places to eat, I am a regular customer, at least 2 or 3 times a week. But, for the second time, I ordered Carne asada tacos, they came with nothing on them. NO guacamole, no Pico, just meat. Very disappointed!! read more

I ordered a sausage breakfast burrito. I might as well ordered a fat potato burrito with a touch of sausage and egg. I paid $10.00 dollars of my hard earned money for a fat potato wrap. read more

This place is great especially since it is a 24 hour drive through. It's fast and convenient and the food is decently good. One of my favorites is the surf and turf burrito (asada and shrimp) - it's not dry; the shrimp is cooked perfectly and there is guacamole and I believe some salsa and carne asada in it. I like how they don't fill it with rice like some places do. It's also huge! Decent price (around $12) I can't speak yet for the other food but my husband likes their menudo. Service is quick and to the point. Ambiance is basic and nothing special but who cares? The food is good and does its job. read more

Not the best quality their agua frescas are not fresh they are all drinks made from bagged packs

I kept ordering a carne asada quesadilla and large horchata with NO ice. The gentleman at the drive thru kept repeating "carne asada burrito, carne asada quesadilla and large horchata." I kept saying "No! Only a carne asada quesadilla and large horchata with NO ice." I got my quesadilla but I got my horchata with ice. I was done explaining my order by then and kept the horchata with ice (I have an issue with restaurants serving drinks 75% ice and 25% the actual drink. That's why I like to put my own ice at home.) Please Oscar's employees, slow down. I know you're busy but please slow down and listen. read more

After getting my order through the drive through. I noticed on the receipt that they charged me over a dollar extra for the salsa and didn't even tell me. I feel like that's against the law. I know it is only a few dollars but I already paid over $50 and got 4 or 5 things. I feel they shouldn't charge for salsa. Then got home and my taco meat was burnt. read more

One of my go-to spots when I'm in San Marcos! Staff is friendly, attentive and accommodating. Decent salsa bar, but more importantly they are on top of it--cleaned and topped off when I asked for more of the spicy green sauce. Not all taco shops serve mojarra frita, so when I saw it on the menu I had to order it--especially since the price of burritos have skyrocketed everywhere! Might as well go for the fancy dishes! Don't let the low reviews deter you. Every time I've come so far, there are people dining in and cars in the drive-thru. It's been a real welcoming vibe for me and I had to post a review to help boost their overall rating. Plus one of the few 24-hour joints left! I kinda wish I lived closer! read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - Mojarra Frita - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

Been going there for YEARS, love these guys. 24hr drive thru. Can't beat it. I've been bringing Oscar's home for the family pretty much once a week for about 10-15 years. Give yourself a break & order dinner at Oscar's drive thru. Pollo Asada Burrito is the family fav. One burrito = two meals for my wife. I'm a Cabeza Burrito guy myself. The green sauce is mild, the red hotter. Get yourself some! read more

Gigantic Burritos ! Drive-Thru is a bit tight so use your cameras if you've got 'em! read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - 2023 Menu / Prices! - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

Oscar's Mexican Food is the lowest quality mexican food you can get. Although, when being in the drive thru the customer service is nice. But food wise, it's bland and disgusting. Please don't come here. Save your money. First and last time I eat there. Disgusting. read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - The worst mexican food I've ever tried. Don't get the beef tacos or roll tacos. - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

Wonderful beef and chicken enchiladas! Wish I could have waited for the churros! I'll be back! read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - Enchiladas to go... - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

Food 4/5 Atmosphere 3/5 Cleanliness 4/5 Customer service 4/5 Speed 5/5 Price 5/5 Outdoor seating? No Wheelchair access? Yes Great place for a casual meal. Service is quick and food is pretty good. Prices are good for the amount of flavor they have and their salsa bar. Would recommend. read more

Man, I don't like writing negative reviews, let alone 2-star ones. One star is easy, you go to a place no one is expecting to be any good, the experience is so bad that it's funny, and you go out of your way to try to be comical in your abuse. But when a place is just downright disappointing? Where it doesn't even measure up to the level of "m'eh" ... where you end up wondering how it's stayed open for so long? One would typically have to go somewhere as far as Kansas to find Mexican food of that caliber. And yet, here in San Marcos is Oscar's. Usually, with places like this, you take the Yelp reviews in stride. You ignore the crying Karens who experienced the horrors of waiting in line for 15 minutes or were asked to wear a mask. You wave away the 5 star reviews from people with less than 10 reviews to their name. Then you take all other ones with a grain of salt; I mean, my own father gave this place 4-stars and only tried their rolled tacos ... the plastic sheen on that processed cheese still reminds my of my Zartan GI Joe action figure from when I was a kid. With all that, and after seeing Oscar's so often as it occupies its prime spot on Rancho Santa Fe, the family figured we should finally give it a try. I had a basic Bean and Rice Burrito. The refried beans were very bland, no salt, very little flavor from anything the beans may have been soaked in, and no seasoning from onions or lard from the frying. The rice was mushy, with no good separation that comes from toasting the rice before cooking, and felt like it was just boiled in chicken stock with no other care or additional seasoning. My wife had a California Burrito which she found to be about as dry as a brick. The carne asada had all the fat and juice overcooked out of it and the fries had little salt on them. She was only able to eat about half of it and the second half that she had the next day had to have salsa and sour cream stuffed into so she could choke it down. My son enjoyed his Rolled Tacos and they looked fine. Though, he did admit that he preferred the ones he's gotten at multiple other places instead of Oscar's. The Guacamole looked and felt like it was pureed, thin and goopy, as opposed to being thick with chunks of salsa or heavier avocado. The same went for the Salsa Verde, which was essentially green tinted water that had some heat, but little flavor. The last thing on our table was some Caldo de Res, which turned out to be water boiled with cabbage, carrots, and whatever beef didn't make the cut in a carne asada burrito. No searing of the beef before cooking, no use of stock beforehand, no tuétano in the soup ... seriously about $9 for boiled, leftover meat scraps. About the only good thing I can say about our dinner was that the chips they included were nice and warm. All that for a price about 30%-40% higher than much tastier places elsewhere in the city. If Oscar's had been much better back in the day, it may be time to dust off those old recipes. Until then, while the food maybe considered edible, it sure as hell isn't worth going out of your way to get. A very weak 2 stars from me. read more

food cravings get stuck in my pea-brain and won't go away unless I stuff my chubby, little cheeks to the point the urge to splurge is satisfied. take cheesesteak sandwiches: lately I've been such a regular at The Cheesesteak Grill, I'm afraid they're gonna charge me rent. last month, it was spicy chicken sandwiches. I apologize for veering off on that tangent, but I'm old and, obsessions aside, have a short attention span. anyway, this week, I was craving rolled tacos. there's something about biting into that crispy, crunchy, fried tortilla shell, stuffed with greasy meat, and covered with cheese and guacamole that gets me all twitterpated. I drove thru Oscar's late one afternoon when I hadn't gotten around to breakfast, brunch, or lunch and was seriously hangry. not a fan of pre-grated cheese so processed with whatever it doesn't clump (or melt) so I'm not sure if they were REALLY as good (it's not like fast-food Mex is 5-star cuisine) but those rolled tacos really hit the spot. Oscar's is generous with the guacamole and the aforementioned overly-processed, not-clumping, not-melting cheese. they were challenging to eat rolling down the 78 toward home but so-o-o-o worth it. guacamole stains wash out in the laundry, right ?? read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - 3 ROLLED TACOS with guacamole and cheese - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

Had breakfast burrito late last night and it was the worst I've ever had! Guess they thought i ordered just a potato burrito, because that's all there was massive POTATOS lol(first review I've ever wrote in my life.) read more

This place is a winner for sure! My go to when eating at taco shops are rolled tacos and nachos. This place has some of the best rolled tacos I've ever had. The tacos stay crunchy! They didn't get soggy at all, even with all of the toppings. That's always the best. The nachos are huge and so delicious, everything tastes fresh. The salsas are also incredible and there's a bunch to choose from. Highly recommend. read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - Rolled tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California

With it being Sunday, God was not on my side today. I wish I could put no stars. First off, why is the bacon burrito 2 DOLLARS MORE than the breakfast burrito if there's more ingredients needed to it. We just wanted to remove the damn ham and it costed me extra to remove it. Make it make sense. Why the hell in 2025, does an establishment not have touch less payments. The worker was rude to us because we didn't know they didn't take tap. Do better Oscar! read more

got ripped off here. asked for a california burrito, got charged for a california burrito, and they gave me a breakfast burrito instead.

Just got a carne asada burrito from this place, this may just be the best burrito I have ever eaten. Thanks you guys are awesome!

Rolled tacos were great here, nice and crispy. Those get 5 stars. Food came fast, but I also ordered a breakfast burrito and it was on the cold side with too much and too cold potato that I didn't notice the other ingredients. Like others mentioned, $1.60 to add sour cream to each order is ridiculous. Also, the hot sauces are like water which is a pet peeve of mine. Customers would use less if they were thicker so they are actually being less efficient. Almost always there is something "off" about the sauce bar. Either one of the hot sauces is unavailable ...the tomatillo avocado sauce is actually good, but some times not there, or today, no lids. Never had a problem with their service inside, but always something disappointing. $3.20 to add some sour cream to my order shakes me to my taco shop core. read more

This is our go to taco shop when we're in this area of town. We have our Northeast County, Middle North County and West North County taco shops. This is our Middle North County taco shops. Today I had the pollo asado burrito and it was HUGE! I had to cut it in half for later. I also got rolled taco. The pollo asado was very tasty. The salsas they provide are great and only enhance the flavors. The rolled tacos have a generous portion of guacamole and cheese. My wife's nachos were great too. The drive thru attendants are always very nice. read more

I like this place for many reasons. One being really yummy food. So far I've had rolled tacos, a veggie burrito, a bean and cheese burrito, and a California burrito. All of them were great and huge portions but the California burrito was definitely the STAR. Lots of crispy fries, tons of gooey cheese, the meat was DELICIOUS and perfectly juicy. The salsa bar is also my favorite because they give you unlimited spicy carrots and jalapeños if you dine inside. The mild and spicy salsa isn't anything spectacular but whatever they put in that green creamy salsa rocked my WORLD. One star removed because they charge and exorbitant amount for any modifications. Any extra $1.50 to add sour cream in my burrito, my word! read more

This location never fails. Any time of day the quality of the food never changes even late in the night. The Carne Asada Fries are amazing, you can taste the flavor of the meat opposed to Mexican places where the meat feels "watery/chewy". I've only gone through the drive thru but it goes fast and they always pack salsa,napkins, and utensils. I genuinely love this place and the workers are always kind. read more

The best chorizo con papas burrito in town, fast service and very great staff. Excellent place to eat.

Not much is open 24 hours because of Covid. I ordered the rolled taco plate and a carne asada taco. The taco was decent and came with guacamole. The rolled tacos were the most awful ones I've encountered. They look deceiving. They were greasy, super crunchy and lacked flavor. Valerie's in vista has the best rolled tacos and I've become spoiled. Their hot sauce is watery and flavorless. I'm disappointed. read more

Oscar's Mexican Food - Carne asada taco, rolled tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Marcos, California