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    Senor Big Ed

    4.1 (629 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:45 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    My taco plate. Sorry I was hungry
    Grace A.

    This review is only for the 5 taco lunch special to go. I didn't order anything off the the Puerto Rico menu. Maybe next time. I was going to order the Big Ed burrito , but I was told no cheese. " What ! No cheese ! I was told that their cheese distributor didn't show up. Ugh I would send someone out to get some cheese ! Oh well. The service was friendly. The five assorted taco's were delish ! Pico de gallo on top was fresh. I wish they gave a complimentary bag of tortilla chips ! Hint Hint The restaurant was bright and clean. $12.95 for five soft tacos with the choice of chicken, carnitas or carne asada.

    Birthday  girl
    Rebecca B.

    Celebrated my birthday today 6/24 at this awesome restaurant with family. Kenia provided outstanding customer service. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. We had a wonderful dining experience because of Kenia We love dining here because of the delicious Puerto Rican and Mexican dishes. They remolded this place. It is so nice, clean & feels like you are in a restaurant in Puerto Rico

    8 oz. Guacamole
    Jason S.

    Placed a DoorDash order for the carne guisada, chips, and guacamole. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous. I wasn't a fan of the guacamole as it was really watered down and it was more of a salsa texture. The carne guisada was ok, the rice and plantains were my favorite poster of the dish. The beef didn't blow me away.

    Carne Guisada
    Denise J.

    This Puerto Rican spot has my heart. Loving food of my culture is so hard to find in Socal. Walking in feels like you're in Puerto Rico with the vibrant colors and the murals on the walls. Families having a good time at their tables enjoying the music and the food is so much fun. The service was very good. We felt welcomed and the staff were very friendly. This will make anyone's day. With that being said the food here is so good. My husband had the Carne Guisada with arroz con Gandules and Plato's Maduro. The flavor was there plus the meat was so tender it melted on his mouth. I had the Mofongo carne Gusida with Arroz con Gandules and tostones. I have to admit the mixing was so good not hard and crunchy. We both shared the Yuca con mojo and loved it too. This is a must place for authentic Puerto Rican food.

    Un Relleno de Papa y Un Pastelillo de Carne
    Joanna G.

    Yesterday I went to eat while my daughter was at a concert. Kenya helped me and she was super sweet. I would definitely go back again when I'm out this way. Food was amazing!

    Steak jibarito
    Nadia M.

    Updating my review because it's been ages. We have continued to return to señor big Ed's because their Puerto Rican food is absolutely delicious. The pork jibarito sandwich is my go to. The pork is well seasoned, and incredible. We have yet to sit down and eat here, it's always been to go, but the service has always been great when ordering whether over the phone or in person. If you're in the mood for PR food, this is the place to go.

    The sampler plate. If you have never tried Puerto Rican food then this is where you want to start.
    Elliotte Luci A.

    100% recommendation. If you want traditional Puerto Rican food and atmosphere come here. The food is authentic and reminds you of your grandmas house on the island. As a Boricua this is one of my top places and how I introduced my Norwegian husband to my family's food culture.

    Cori R.

    I love Puerto Rican food and this place was good. It definitely reminds me of when I went to visit Puerto Rico and the paintings are beautiful inside. The food was good and took me back to when I was in PR!! The customer service was great!

    2 Soft Tacos Combo Plate Cod fritters Fried Yellow Plantain
    Rowen H.

    Never had Puerto Rican food, but this place did not disappoint. Honestly one of my favorite lunches I've had in a very long time. My Mexican brother in law keeps flaunting his own cuisine, but I'm sorry I have to give it to this place. The casual vibe this place has really sells it for me. I loved the fish and rice they gave the most, but everything else was amazing if you ever wanna stop by this place!

    Carne guisada plate with 2 beef pastelitos.
    Lizz A.

    Soooooooo delicious. Ordered food to go. Great customer service. Prompt, fresh. Great portions. Perfectly seasoned. Tastefully authentic. Oh my gosh I am in food coma. Definitely my go to spot now for Puerto Rican / Mexican food.

    Lupe A.

    Came to this restaurant based on the Yelp reviews and it did not disappoint. Had the pasteles, arroz con gandules and alcapurria. Everything was delicious! Highly recommend!

    Denise A.

    Don't think about it just try this place! Newly remodeled customer service is outstanding! Place is clean food is honestly top notch! The pernil, the arroz con grandules, las habichuelas... you have to try the flan!!

    Carne Guisada
    Leeann L.

    This place was really homey! Loved the service here and the food came out promptly. I've never really had puerto rican food but the plantains and the tostones were really yummy(I liked dipping it in the sauce it came with)! I did feel like meat was a little overdone or not tender enough for my liking but would still be down to give it another shot.

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    I am not great with Puerto Rican food but everything is good. Will def. Be back.

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    Hands down best Puerto Rican fix especially since there aren't any in San Diego. Always a pit stop when coming home from LA or OC.

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    Ate here for lunch and had the enchilada lunch special and I have to say it was delicious. Loved the small town feel of it.

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    Brilliant brilliant brilliant. Mofongo!!!!!! Great food, nice decor, I love the flavors and I love the Rican Flavors.

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    I've been a regular here for years. Great food in general. Live the pollo en fricasse, mudurros, and flan!

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