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    Rubio's Coastal Grill

    3.1 (254 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Seafood, Salad
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    This is supposed to be a steak burrito, but all I see is a bunch of beans and all I taste is a bunch of beans

    An improvement would be to put steak in the burrito as the title states steak burrito

    Stephanie T.

    They had a taco Tuesday deal and I went here for lunch. I got 3 tacos for $10 and they were rather filling and tasted pretty good. The food did take a while to get though

    Baja fish tacos
    Erica P.

    Rubio's has been my go-to for baja style fish tacos since the 90s and it still serves up some damn delicious eats. In recent years it's been rebranded as Rubio's Coastal Grill but still carries the same vibe as when it was Rubio's Baja Grill. Same open, airy seating area, same salsa bar, same laid-back feeling. Staff is great and service is quick! Taco Tuesdays are still a thing here and definitely worth stopping in for.

    The Original Fish Taco.  It's nothing like it used to be.
    Cassandra S.

    I've been going to Rubio's since it opened in the 1990's near me. I've watched it steadily decline and today it hit rock bottom. Not only was the original fish taco's appearance horrible (where is the cabbage?), but the taste was off. The beans were still good, but the chips were so basic it was like eating corn flavored Pringles. No. Actually, Pringles are better.

    Postal A.

    1- Was not able to get the special via the app 2- Called the store and was told to come to honor 3- showed up - store refused and did not honor- walked away spent 35 mins on this adventure. Worth sharing Not a good way to treat a local client who does repeat business across the street often. I am guessing you are about to loose this customer and do give the Corporate time to review and contact me within 3 bus days Thanks

    Three Shrimp Trio Soft Tacos with Chips and No Baked Refried Beans. with Fruit Punch Drink.
    Frances D.

    This is my first time ordering from the Rubio's Coastal Grill Restaurant at the Civic Center Drive location in San Marcos, CA. I placed my order with Marcie and ordered the Seared Shrimp 3 Soft Taco Trio it includes No Baked and Cheese Beans with Tortilla Chips. I also ordered one Fruit Punch Soft drink. My total bill was $17.00. I am enjoying eating the 3 Seared Shrimp Soft Taco Trip . This seared shrimp is very tender and so delicious and healthy for my lunch time meal. Each Shrimp Soft Tacos has a unique texture and amazing flavor.. The No Baked Refried Beans with cheese has the perfect amount of spices. And the Tortilla Chips were very crispy and delicious! Nyauni who also operates the cash register was very welcoming to me and gave me excellent customer service today. I love eating at this Rubio's Coastal Grill and Restaurant. I highly recommend Rubio's Coastal Grill Restaurant.

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    Lisa W.

    Sometimes you just need Rubios for the fish/seafood tacos fix. A quick good lunch. I got the coastal trio combo- came with grilled mahi mahi taco, original fried fish taco and the salsa verde shrimp. My favorite was the salsa verde shrimp! The original fish taco was good too. I like their salsa bar. Even though it's a chain and not your typical hole in the wall taco shop, they still serve up some good Baja style fish tacos.

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