Got the #4 combo with a beef taco and fish burrito The beef tacos was packed and full of flavor just as their shredded beef always is. The fish in the burrito was not so good. Very thin and very fried leaving no flake fish but rather just hard greasy crunch. The burrito also had way too much cabbage. Stick to the beef including the carne asada and you will be good. This location is a bit more expensive than other nearby taco shops. $5.50 for a carne asada burrito compared to the more typical $5 mark. read more

In the plaza there so many great lunch choices. Since I parked near here I thought I'd give it a try. Right before 12 so there wasn't too much of a line. I ordered 3 rolled tacos w\ guacamole...of course!! y side of guacamole ;) just in case. The restaurant seemed clean, I took it to go so didn't get a chance to view the facility much. I know the bano are clean though. My rolled tacos were crunchy & came with a little bit of lettuce, cheese and guacamole. Good thing I ordered more..my leftover tacos I just dipped into it. Perfect bite for between lessons (work). I want to try the Cali burrito next read more

Robertos Mexican Food - Rolled tacos w\ cheese, guacamole a little bit lettuce - Mexican Near Me - Encinitas, California

5 stars because my teenagers are always HAPPY and full once they got their California burrito from Roberto's - And they hack masters degree in burritos! read more

Robertos Mexican Food - Mexican Near Me - Encinitas, California

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I ordered california burrito and made it a combo plate with rice, beans and chips. I was so hungry and couldn't wait to eat my burrito. Unfortunately, I'm sad to report that the French fries was stale, crunchy and old as if the cooks recooked old fries?! Yuck. Anyhow, I reported it to the worker- she asked me if they can make me a new one. I said no cause I was in a rush to go back to work and couldn't wait. She said ok. I thought she was going back to the kitchen to share the feedback. Instead, she started cleaning the counter where the salsas was so I asked her "excuse me, is that your manager (me pointing to the gentleman at the cash register) she responded "yes" me "will you be letting him know about my feedback" she quickly started walking towards the kitchen "oh yes". I approached the counter with my burrito and told the manager "would you like my burrito to check?" He takes the burrito and chucks it in the trash and says "would you like to be reimbursed?" At that point I was surprised he even ask but I told him no and he said "ok thank you". I walked out thinking "oh great now I only have chips beans and rice to eat" lol anyhow, I'll try this place again. read more

Came in today and got the carne asada plate. Decent amount of food, def a plate #ForTheBoys. My gf certainly would not be able to finish this. Luv a good Cali here.. Update: Can't finish this asada plate bc its actually not very good. read more

Came to this place because ive been craving soo much a California Burrito. The girls in the front were really nice and had a clean environment. Everything was good UNTIL i got home to est my burrito and i was really upset and disgusted because i found really big chunks of Carne Asada with a really weird taste! Its really disgusting and unconfortable to be chewing big chunks of hard meat! read more

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I came in around 11am today and ordered 2 carne asada burritos. Got home and discovered I was given 2 greasy carnitas burritos that were barely edible. Not the way to get repeat business. read more

Not only were my carne asada fries delicious, but the service was excellent as well. I definitely recommend Robertos Mexican Food!!!!

I didn't appreciate the response to my concerns about dry and small portioned food. It felt negatively implied that somehow I'm wrong that the portions are measly and I needed to reevaluate my eating patterns???? Whatever. Forget this garbage place. SAVE YOUR MONEY. Go to non-chain mom & pop taco shop that knows how to treat constructive criticisms instead of trying to explain away food and prices. You will absolutely never have my business again and I hope to deter SO many people from this crap shack. read more

Solid, delicious burritos. Had the shredded chicken and it was very tasty, huge and the flavor just was so awesome. I think the tortillas is what makes it over the top. Beans and rice are delicious. Wife had the grilled chicken and guacamole. Another good one. Friend has the fish burrito, same thing. So just a solid place for a super burrito. read more

Very rude here!! I asked them if they can make my tacos with no meat they said no they don't do that. 5 people later guy walks up and ask for no meat in his tacos and they said okay. Sexist jerks here. Also the tables are dirty as ever. And they charge for salsa Fresca. Awful place read more

I'm sad and disappointed with the food. Robertos has always been such an iconic SD staple. My shrimp taco had 3 of the smallest shrimp but at least a cup of cheese. My chicken tostada and my husband's chicken burrito were swimming in liquid. Everything turned to mush. Drain the liquid from the protein next time! Everything was very bland too. read more

Second time coming here, and same issue; the people who order after me are getting there food with in a few minuets of ordering while I have to wait 15+ mins for mine. This time I saw my order just sitting there for 10 mins before the employee wrapped it up and said it was ready. I also did not get my entire order. The food isn't that tasty either. I would avoid this place if I were you were. read more

Great food, service and atmosphere. Love the California burrito. Would highly recommend!!

This doesn't even look appetizing! I am so upset! Why pay extra for guacamole and sour cream if they don't give much of either. This was my first visit to this taco shop and probably my last! This was 6.18, so that's a little over 2 dollars for each rolled taco. We pay for the packing at this place! read more

Robertos Mexican Food - 3 Rolled Tacos with guacamole and sour cream - Mexican Near Me - Encinitas, California

great restaurant, with great people and great food. I'm a repeat customer and recommended to family and friends all the time!

Machaca burrito was large hot and very tasty. Green sauce is my favorite salsa here. Cooked to order as always and delicious as always. Could be a little less egg and a little more shredded beef. This is the food should be served everywhere - hot off the grill yum! read more

Great food great service one of my favorites definitely recommend everyone try it if they haven't

Great Mexican food and a friendly atmosphere! It is a go-to spot for a quick bite to eat

Went to grab a burrito today and was serviced by a very nice and friendly lady named Rocio who worked there. She did such a wonderful job. You could tell she really likes working there and to interact with customers. She had a smile for everyone that came in. It was a great start into my day! Thank you, Rocio! :) PS: The burrito was great as well! Hit the spot! read more

The San Diego OG for Mexican food... always fresh and best value around! Love the breakfast menu too!

Food is always great! Everything I order is always fresh and delicious. This is my go to place for Mexican food

Love their tacos!! Staff is very friendly and their salsa is the best! They are fast too

This was really average Mexican food in my opinion. I got a tostada, which came with beans, grilled chicken, guac, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and a tortilla shell. The size was decent, but the flavors were nothing special. I am not going to lie the chicken was weird.. I am not sure if I got some kind of beef in with it or something, but it did not taste like chicken. I mean it didn't taste bad... just not what I was hoping or expecting. I also wish that they gave chips and salsa or something! They were very accommodating to my friend who had dietary restrictions, as they were willing to completely customize something for her. I appreciated that! I am not mad about the food, but I can't say I loved it either. read more

Robertos Mexican Food - Tostada - Mexican Near Me - Encinitas, California

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In my Quest for 300 (pounds, not reviews), I thought I would give this location of 'Berto's a try. It's the same as the other 'to's in town which means that the carne asada is damn delicious and the quesadillas are buttery and cheesy and as big as hubcaps. Roberto's has the fast food Mexi gig down pat. And it's cheaper and much better than Chipotle's which is literally 50 feet away and almost directly across from 'to's. So there. read more

I think I missed the "this place rocks" train. Based on the reviews and the average star rating this place received I was hoping for a lot more than I got. I ordered a plate of pollo asado fries. 1 star goes out to the accuracy of the order. But that's all this plate had going on. The French fries and chicken were overly cooked. The chicken was hard to chew and was very dry. The fries were cooked way too long. I also was dumbfounded when the price I paid didn't seem equivalent to the quality and quantity of the plate I got. Since there are taco shops in almost every corner in Southern CA, I probably won't be back here. read more

Robertos Mexican Food - Pollo Asado Fries - Mexican Near Me - Encinitas, California

My quest for a damn good fish burrito took a lucky turn at Roberto's... The food here is pretty standard for an Alberto's clone (you know, any greasy dive with a name that ends in 'O' - I prefer Alejandro's or Umberto's, but still), which is to say that this is how I like my Mexican food, just like grandfather use to fry up in lard. But of all the places I've been to so far looking for a good fish burrito, this one has been the top. Warm and crisp fish, salty without being a face pucker, a good cream sauce to cool the heat, and a nice slaw that goes well in the tortilla without anything getting soggy and mushy. Definitely a thumbs up. Plus, their refried beans, carne asada, and guacamole ain't too shabby either. About the only thing here that I can't stand is their addition of that massive coke machine that houses every single flavor imaginable and shoots it out of just one spigot. That thing is a horrendous piece of crap that manages to make everything it spits out taste like everything else it spits out. So, if you like your Minute Maid Lemonade with a hint of root beer, ginger ale, vanilla flavoring, and a splash of raspberry iced tea ... YOU'VE FOUND THE MACHINE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR! Seriously though, very good fish burritos. read more

I ordered a carne asada burrito today. The price on the menu was $8.05. My receipt was for $9.65. When asked, the cashier just stated that the price was raised. He didn't bother to tell me when I ordered, nor did he offer to change the price. This is dishonest. Roberto's owner. Please call me at 619 823 3543 to discuss! read more

Ordered the carne asada burrito and grilled chicken quesadillas. Aside from the lack of meat in the burrito (the reason for -1 on the rating), it reminded me of the roberto's burritos in mira mesa back in the day. These are perfect for consumption at the beach. read more

I have stopped in twice now and the smell of FECES is so strong it will make you gag! This place STINKS! Not to mention the hair found in my food. read more

My favorite Mexican food place. I eat here on average 3 times a week. They have the best cooks!! Other locations in the area are owned by the same family; but this location is by far the best! Staff is very friendly. read more

This place needs a good cleaning and some care. Tables weren't clean and tha salsa bottles were empty, even after a customer mentioned their condition. Carnitas burrito wasn't bad, but for a burrito that was over $12.00, I would expect it to be killer. read more

A staple. Nothing fancy. It's great at all times of say: breakfast burritos, lunch combos, late-night. We visit with friends every time we go to Encinitas--it's within walking distance. In some cases, we make multiple visits a day, because sometimes you just need more burritos. read more

Visited about 1 pm Friday 8/26/22. Young man at counter polite and efficient. Two of the best fish tacos I have ever had. Thin crust super crispy fried fish pieces, juicy and piping hot, a heap of delicious slaw, three plump lime wedges and plenty of good sauce. Beyond yummy, so happy. I am taking off a star for cleanliness as there were several times between customers when an employee might have come out to wipe down a few tables that were soiled when I arrived. Restroom also closed-- posting said it's due to covid restrictions. I don't know, even now? But as a career retail employee I can only imagine how disgusting it must be to clean up after the general public, so I don't really blame them, covid or not. If I'm in the area again I would stop in for the fish tacos, despite the tables and the questionable closure of their restroom. read more

I'm done giving this place a chance. I'm pretty basic. I get a bean rice and cheese burrito. I've gone here about a dozen times. So many times I've just let it go that they never put rice in there but today I'm done giving you guys my dollar. Pretty pathetic service. It always seems like their staff is frustrated to have to take your order. GO TO RUDY'S. It's just down the street and they always get the order right and never have an attitude. Sorry Nathalie, I won't give this place a try. TWICE, I called back after getting back to work, to let them know you took my dollar for rice in the Bean and cheese burrito and they said they'd refund it to my card but never did. The last time I even reminded them, hey remember me. I call every time you mess up my order. And they still messed it up. Please pass along your wrong orders on to someone else because I'm done giving you my money for nothing. read more

This place keeps getting worst. Every time. They keep putting less meat or chicken on burritos. And now. You have to serve your own salsas. They don't have any ready. What's next. You gonna have to make your own food. That's why we pay. Lines are to big. At lunch time to be waiting for people to grab their own salsas. read more

Dropped in for a quick fish taco lunch plate. Yum! Never a disappointment with Roberto's. Quick and hot and really tasty. Always a go-to place for good fish tacos. Beans and rice are an added plus! read more

The chicken tacos here are so good, the best around here must try them!! Bathrooms are clean enough but super stinky will ruin your appetite. read more

There is Robertos Mexican Food and Robertos Taco shop and they are totally different brands , it's like comparing apples to lemons . The one with Taco shop after the Name Robertos is 5 star this one is 2 star . And it all comes down to the beans . Taco shop Robertos has world class refried beans , this one might as well have canned refried beans and I made the mistake of getting a bean and cheese burrito , big mistake . "The lessons we remember are the lessons we learn the hard way." Seth Godin There is a " HELP WANTED " sign in front of the restaurant , but it should say , "HELP NEEDED" read more

Roberto's is pure gold! Get the lite burrito...and try it with fries! It's great. OR get the bean and cheese burrito. Get the nachos! All of Roberto's throughout North County are great places to get something fast when you are hungry. They are NOT decent sit down places. read more