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Rubio's Coastal Grill

3.5 (115 reviews)
InexpensiveSeafood, Mexican, Salad
Special Hours 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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California Bowl with chicken breast
Gil M.

My first eating at a Rubio's. Boy have I been missing out on this gem located by the office. The food California Bowl with chicken breast was DELICIOUS! In fact I thought I would bring some home, but was so GOOD I ate the whole thing. Lol. The service was good. The place was clean, spacious with plenty of seating area.

Richard Blais tacos
Danielle R.

I came here for dinner tonight after getting some boba. The tacos looked amazing so I got the Richard Blais trio. They were interesting, the Buffalo chicken taco was unique yet not very appetizing because of the breading. The other two tacos were pretty good. The no fried beans were yummy as well along with the rice. I also got the California bowl. Wow this is better than the larger chains. I'll definitely be back for this and I'm glad it came with guacamole as well. I am a fan!y first time to Rubio's won't be my last.

Paris W.

I paid $16 for this mediocre burrito that's supposed to be lobster filled but they're not doing the job right. The quality of the lobster burrito in the pictures versus in real life is disappointing. And apparently this is the most popular food in their menu. I'm never getting this again. Do better!

Proof they didn't give what I ordered

Where do I begin. An absolute shitshow beside the cashier. I never got my double mahi, despite the cashier asking the cook twice who told him "he got it" furthermore she was rude to him the entire time and deserves to lose her job. My "double mahi" was chicken that I paid for. Never fear a better business bureau plus credit dispute is to follow. Don't eat here as long as this cook tonight is there

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That's so sweet. You're making us blush. :) Thank you!

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Jennifer, thank you so much for taking the time to comment!

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8 years ago

This place is ok but the food is so good .the staff is amazing but one of the best tacos i have ever had

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Brad R.

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We love that one too! Thank you for the kind words!

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9 years ago

If I could write 0 stars, I would. The employees at this company are incredibly rude and inconsiderate to their customers.

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Happy that this location is finally open!!! I needed my Rubios fix!! Fish tacos were amazing as always!

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Love Rubio's and so glad it's now in uptown area. My fav is the Trio and always get the Sangria. The best!!

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I like Rubio's but this place is so SLOW! 20 minutes waiting for my food in this supposed "fast" casual place.

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Me and my husband went today for the fish taco special for taco Tuesday loved it will be our new taco Tuesday place

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