Rubio's will get 5 stars partly because they always offer great, fresh, healthy faire at reasonable prices. I can go on about the grilled fish burritos and whole wheat tortillas, but you probably know all that already. The Rubio's on Clairemont Mesa also gets 5 stars because of the great management and catering. I have used them several times to cater events ranging from 10 people to 100 and the food is always well prepared, timely and consistently good. Way to go Rubios! read more

Currently sitting at this Rubio's and I've been meaning to write a Yelp review of this location for a long time....now is the time! I travel all around the San Diego area for work and this Rubio's location blows the others away. It's clean, the food is always great and the customer service is top notch. Come check this place out if you're a fan of Rubio's and looking for a well-run business. Keep up the great work, team! read more

Excellent - Great lobster burritos when in season - otherwise the fish tacos are out of this world. Healthy food unlike most other Mexican Restaurants. read more

I have been going to the Clairemont Mesa Blvd location for the past 6 years. But I am amazing on the past 2 years de level of attention to the customer. That is why I go there at least 3 times a week read more

Every Wednesday after school the kids and I go to lunch. We take turns choosing where to go. Today was my turn and I was having trouble deciding where to go. I was tired of the same old places. I logged onto Yelp looking for ideas. Rubio's came up. Mmmmm, Rubio's! I haven't been there in ages! But what do they have that the kids, the picky little buggers, will eat? I looked at their online menu and discovered they have chicken bites for kids. Yeeeaaay! "Kids, we're going to Rubio's!" I said. Son #2 gave me one of his chicken bites and it was tasty. I had a couple of tacos, fish and grilled steak and they were delicious. We got chips and churros and they were good too. The place was clean and the servers very nice. When our food was ready I told my kids to come help me get it. Funny how they don't hear you when you want them to do something. So the man behind the counter brought it over for us. We decided to eat outside. They have about 4 or 5 nice, big tables outside. Inside all the tables are small with 2 seats, so if you have a group you may be scattered a bit. read more

This is by far the BESTTTT rubios I love the Staff here and the food AMAZING especially the grilled grande bowl!!! yummy!! ive been to other rubios as a SD native but this one is the best their salsas are amazing as well!! read more

I can count the number of times I've eaten at Rubio's on one hand. But today I tried the grilled ono tacos, and whoa.... they were actually pretty darn good! The tortilla held a hefty portion of nicely grilled white fish, with corn that tasted slightly sweet, and a tasty sauce. The rice was bland and the beans were too salty. But those tacos--dang! Pretty good! read more

It's kind of embarrassing how often I come here for Taco Tuesday, but it's convenient and it gets the job done. Everything really varies depending on which location you go to, but it's always better if they let you call it in so it's ready by the time you get there to pick it up. Always crispy fish tacos with corn tortillas, pinto beans and chips. The jalapeño citrus salsa in squeeze bottle is my favorite to mix with my beans! read more

Love the food here!!! Great service!!! Friendly service!! I get the Cabo plate and it is still as good as it was 20 years ago!

The 1990s called and they want their menu and operations back! This place moves so slow, just not worth the wait when on lunch break. Burrito menu is lame and small anyway. If they are publicly traded, short sell it. Chipotle is like Blockbuster's Redbox I believe. I went to Mikes Subs next door, same sized line, walked out with sub and looked back inside Rubios, guy behind me on line was just ordering. Ouch! read more

My current favorite selection here are the mango mahi mahi tacos - available individually a la cart or in a 2 taco combo with beans and chips for 12 cents more than ordering 2 a la cart with nothing else. I'd probably get this as a burrito but it is only available with tacos. Two tacos have the same amount of fish as a burrito. Other than the mango salsa, what I like most is that Rubio's grills it's fish in its own fat/juice rather than in a highly toxic polyunsaturated liquid vegetable oil like many U.S. restaurants now do in response to misguided public fear about fats (like butter and lard) that are far healthier and tastier to eat and cook in. I've tried most of the menu and like it - even though the fish on the menu is NOT the same species as is served and supposedly inspired Ralph Rubio in San Felipe (Baja California, Mexico) - although the shrimp MIGHT be. Langostino is NOT a lobster; it's a species of crayfish. It's still good - but it should not be marketed as a kind of lobster. read more

Stopped for lunch first time at a Rubios. Wasn't interested in a taco shell filled with breaded fish sticks so I chose a $3.79 chicken taco. What a waste! Aside from not telling you they put hot sauce on the damn thing it had 8 tiny square pieces of chicken. The guacamole must have been spread on with a butter knife you had to look to find it and you couldn't taste it. There were a few flakes of this and that on a tortilla about the size of a street taco! I expected to see a tortilla at least stuffed with fresh lettuce and tomato! Oh but we use only the best ingredients .... If only you could find them on your plate! This item on the menu is a serious waste of money. I could have gone to Carls Junior and had TWO Famous Star burgers piled high with fresh lettuce and tomato for $4. Can you rate a negative star, because that's what this deserves for the price you pay! read more

I just checked in and drafted an honest opinion and review of this horrid 'test kitchen'. But I felt I should do an honest update..... This 'test kitchen' crap needs to stop! This is the closest rubio's to my house. If I want to go to rubio's and get the menu items I know and like I should be able to! Do not subject me to your new test items, especially at full price (because mostly, your new stuff sucks!) Stick to the basics! That is all I have to say about this. I do not know why all of the 5 star reviews? Are these people paid or something? What the hell?!? read more

The manager, braulio I this is his name is absolutely amazing... I come here almost every day for lunch and the customer service is way above expectations read more

They do cater, you can tell right out from the start. They've got a myriad sauce collection for all your dipping delight pleasures, gotta give them a star for that spice of life. Now as for the staff, it ranges from bleak to barely minimum with a chance of sunny personality. The food itself is honor bound to fishy mediation by whoever trains the trainer of the trainer of the cooks. Its not bad, its not that great. Its a place to eat if you're looking to get down n greasy. read more

I really love this location due to the fact that its also a test kitchen for their products. You can try new items they are working on. Going back to the basics, there is something to be said about their original fish tacos. Everything else on the menu is alright but their tacos are pretty wicked. The right ratio of batter to fish, paired with their white sauce, makes it a perfect combination. Great thing is their product, most of the time, is consistent. Some places either make it with wrong ratios, too much batter, too less even, not enough sauce, etc. They do have specials on tacos on Tuesdays, ergo Taco Tuesdays. Now... why not the 5 stars. Service as most of these places are horrible! At times, the staff can't even communicate with the customers. Cashiers of course can hold a decent conversation for the order. But when something is wrong, take a sip of your beer and get ready to sacrifice 30 minutes to correct your order. Sad. read more

Meh I really do not like the food at this rubio's location. I got a baja shrimp burrito and I don't know what about it, but my taste buds are scarred for life cuz it tasted so gross. Sadly I was already driving and halfway home when I decided to take a bite into it. I usually get the ancho citrus shrimp burrito but they don't have that here cuz it's the test kitchen which sucks since this is the close location to me. The service here is really good, they're quick and polite. But while I was in the bathroom I'm pretty sure I saw a cockroach in the sink. There is that small hole in sinks for water to come out (opposite of the faucet so you cannot see it unless you bend your head into the sink or look in the mirror), not really sure what the purpose of it is, but while washing my hands and looking in the mirror, I saw something brown crawl quickly past that hole in the sink :( don't think I will be coming here again. read more

I love Rubio's for their fish tacos! 90% of the time they are amazing, and fresh...every now and then you get a sloppy looking one which isn't as appetizing, but still edible. The fish tacos consist of lightly beer battered fish with a red sauce, cabbage, some sort of white sauce and a fresh lime you can squeeze on it. Great snack for cheap! The rest of Rubio's menu however isn't anything special in my experience. Best to check out Rubio's on taco Tuesday when fish tacos are only $1.25 each! read more

Best Rubio's in San Diego! Never crowded, very clean, and great service!

Finally stopped in for a visit - got the "NEW RECIPE" shrimp burrito and was pleasantly surprised. It's certainly reminiscent of the mesquite shrimp, but on the lighter/healthier side... or so it feels anyway. Also tried the avocado corn taco and the grilled herb shrimp (with bacon!??). Both were great - and it's certainly interesting having the test kitchen nearby to check out! read more

Love fish tacos! They're really good. Last time I was here I had the shrimp and bacon tacos...sooooo good.

I love this rubios, I wanted to get their burrito bowl, but since I am a picky eater (I'll admit it it, lol) I wanted them to put less rice, more lettuce, and have both sides on the side. They were super friendly and accomodating and the mahi was incredibly tasty :) read more

Every time I come here it's always empty. But I gave this place such a high rating because on me day I walked in with my boyfriend and we were getting a small meal. Or at least I thought it was small and he ends up getting two whole meals for himself. All I wanted was a bag of chips since they have like the crunchiest chips around and that aren't covered in grease and side of Guac. He ordered like 5 tacos and forgot to order my dang chips. The cashier was kind enough to throw some in there for me anyway :) she also gave us a heads up on what sauces were good and not so good. Excellent service. read more

I mainly come here for their $1.25 Fish Taco Tuesdays. They raised the price up but its way better than paying 2 bucks . The Staff here on Tuesdays are really friendly. The cashier welcomed everyone that came in and was really polite and friendly. The Fish Tacos came out quickly and I was glad I didn't have to wait a long time for them. IT was absolutely delicous and there was nothing wrong with it at all. I prefer the Flour tortilla since its much softer. read more

If I want something quick and healthy, nothing beats the healthy mex chicken burrito combo.

Love the food but hate the price for the quantity. 2 postage stamp size tacos for 10 bucks ???

Best Rubios around! Honestly everything here tastes better. We drive all the way here from La Mesa because it's that much better. We almost always get a fish taco plate and a chicken especial burrito. So dang tasty! read more

Rubios has really stepped their selection up a notch! I've started coming here much more often on my lunch breaks. I usually go for one of their salads, they all taste great! I get mine with the dressing on the side and Tilapia, if not the chicken or shrimp. The portion is a bit larger so if I'm going for a lighter lunch I take half home for dinner. They also started serving beer... How fun! read more

The worst fish burrito. They stuffed it with a load of cabbage & some rice with a little bit of fish $ 7.50!!!

We got the chicken California bowl and it was really tasty. They were very generous with their portion size. Had lots of white rice was delicious. Just needed a lil more of the chipotle sauce it comes with but you can ask for more on the side. It was fresh and really hit the spot if you are hungry this will definitely satisfy your hunger. I always really like their fish burritos, fish tacos and shrimp tacos yum. read more

Love love this place I always go with my coworkers on our lunch break we get our food very fast and they are amazing and delicious!!! omg specially chopped salad yum yum! Customer service is great, place is clean. Even with the horrible parking spots at this location still it is worth going there!!! read more

Being from the East Coast and not being in San Diego for nearly 30 years, this was my first time to Rubio's. Consider me a fan. My family and I were on vacation and had just arrived driving from L.A. with a stop at Legoland in between. Anyway, we were looking for a cheap taco joint near our hotel, and Yelp told us Robio's was the place to go. The food was great - fish tacos are the way to go - the kids liked it which is really saying something. The Pacificos were nice and cold and went down smoothly. The manager took a liking to our kids and gave us special attention which was very nice. She took the time to talk to my wife and me about things to do around the city and what to expect as I hadn't been in the area in a long time. Well done Rubio's! Now how about opening up some restaurants on the East Coast! read more

First place we visited on our weekend break. This is the test kitchen for the other shops. From the outside it didn't look like much. Inside was clean and well organized. Our food came right away. I had the Orange Shrimp Chipotle Salad which was very good. Better than I expected. And it was nice that they served beer too. read more

I go at least once per month with the wife and kids. Food is always fresh, good quality, friendly staff and reasonable wait times. Never been dissapointed with this Rubios. read more

Rubios is somewhere you can go and never be disappointed. I wish they were a little less expensive but from time to time they do have some specials. Its worth to check out though. read more

This is Rubio's test kitchen, so there's usually something on their menu that isn't on the menu at the other Rubio's locations (they also have a special salsa named the Diablo--I haven't tried that one). They're always busy at lunch, which means the food will be as fresh as can be. I will absolutely drive out of my way to go to this location, especially to try whatever it is they're testing. read more

One of the reasons I live in San Diego is Rubio's. The entire experience is a delight. The service is always quick and friendly, and I don't mean in a perfunctory way, either. All Rubio's servers seem genuinely interested in my order - no cheese, beans on the side, no white sauce, whatever I can imagine. If you go to their website, there are coupons available from time to time, and on your birthday, they send you an email for a free meal! Happy Birthday! read more

You will never hear me complain when Rubio's is provided to us for our free lunch on Saturdays. The fish tacos are excellent and the rice and beans are up to par. Great place to get food to go from, always well packaged and separated for easy transportation and reheating. read more

This location was awesome! Friendly staff, very clean, and love the food. My family goes here all the time and the Managers are so awesome! read more

Tables are sticky. Always. They are never not sticky. Every single table. $5 for a bean and cheese is a bit excessive.