The food is always great, and I come here about twice a week. I always order the same thing, and it's consistently good. Today I called ahead because I was extremely hungry and was about 5-10 minutes away, hoping my order would be ready when I got off the exit. The person who answered the phone told me I had to pay over the phone before they could place the order. I completely understand why they have that policy since some people place phone orders and never show up. I wouldn't have minded paying over the phone, but I was driving and didn't feel comfortable giving my card information while on the road. When I explained that I'm a regular customer, they were very understanding and even gave me a discount when I came in. I really appreciated that gesture and the way they took care of a regular customer. Great food and great customer service -- I'll definitely be back! read more

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It's been a while since I've been here. Me and my buddy came here and wanted to try a lot of food. We started off surf n turf burrito which was spectacular. They ask you if you want Mexican guac ( pure avocado ) or American guac ( avocado & sour cream mixed ). The shrimp is marinated and the asada is fresh and tasty ! Then we shared the hot Cheeto carne asada fries. After that we each shared a half of carne asada torta ! Very delicious. Last item was a carne asada quesadilla supreme which was loaded ! We sat outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. Our cashier was helpful in telling us what to order. Definitely coming back here read more

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This is my GO TO taco shop. I've lived in this area for years and have always drove past it without even a second look. After a recommendation by a friend, I will never go back to my former shop again. read more

My favorite spot in El Cajon. Been living in El Cajon for years now and every time I'm craving a Cali burrito I come here. Order is always, Cali Burrito, double protein, no cheese, double sour cream and Mexican Guac. I'll tell you what, this thing after you order it isn't for the faint of heart. It's massive, it's filling and most importantly it's mighty good! I'm sure it's all about preference of places you'll go to, but I always come back here. Don't forget the red & green salsa. Ambiance is sort of a drive-up spot, some indoor seating, plenty of parking. read more

It's affordable and the meat/cut always tastes great. & There's never any fat in the meats, so, I highly recommend the store! I was going to give this store a 4/5 because sometimes the workers have attitudes like dahyummm. Especially at night too like son im crine too for you but i just want my food :sob: But today there were workers who I've never seen before and they were extraordinarily friendly and nice. & I think additional toppings are free, so that's cool! I got cilantro toppings on my carne asada fries and it was free so that's a win. + They gave me 2 forks for my carne asada fries which is really nice of them for thinking im gonna share BUT it's all going down in my belly LOL Portion sizes are big. Again, I highly recommend! read more

Not worth it Taco shells are so hard like a rock. Beef Meat inside the taco is very little read more

One of the best authentic and undercover spots you will visit. Quality yet least talked about. A gem until exposed. Definitely come here for good quality food. All the taco shop favorites available here! This is a taco shop the ambience is apporiate grab and go. Don't be a Karen. Service: wait if you want quality and ask for more salsa. Who cares if there B about it. This place is family owned. read more

it sucks that some people didn't like what they ordered ! Other than that it was me & my family first time trying this taco shop, we were getting our tires done across the street & decided to eat & wait some time there. I loved the sitting area outside on the side :) the lady at the window was friendly & she asked if I wanted America guacamole or Mexican I didn't really know the difference but let me say I'm always going get "Mexican guacamole" lol me & my son ordered carna asada fries & he loved it mind you he's picky so that was a plus , my husband got a torta I believe & he liked it as well . So I definitely found my lil spot for the chips , can't wait to order and try more . read more

Great Cali Burrito, specifically the carne asada had such great flavor. Small old school taco shop with good service. I enjoyed the hot sauces but as other stated questionably overly green, green sauce. read more

The food came out fresh and tasted amazing, and you can tell they put effort into it. The service was just as great, everyone was super friendly and made us feel comfortable. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

Update: been back to Silvas about 3/4 times since my last review the 1st time back I ordered well done fries. Excellent choice Silvas was back being my top favorite. 2nd /3rd times I forgot to ask for well done fries and fries werent too bad but def could have been crispier. 4th time I tried breakfast burrito with asada and bf got breakfast w/ bacon they were . Of all the years I've been going to Silvas I've never tried their break fast burritos and I can't believe it. They were so bomb will definitely be back for more and will try and remember if I get California burrito or fires to get them well done. Service was also super nice. read more

Friendly cashier. Great Cali burrito. Carne asada was delicious and crispy on the edges. Salsas were also great. Need nap now. read more

Silva's Taco Shop - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

Food is amazing, so authentic and delicious! Definitely recommend, the service is great, and the ambiance is amazing.

Food is good! friendly service and a small little mexican joint . The feel of being authentic!!

A quaint taco shop ran by some incredibly kind and talented people. Very consistent and very delicious.

I've been here before for breakfast burritos and they were good but I decided to try something else and was not impressed. We got a pollo asado torta and carne asada fries. The torta was put together super sloppy and the meat tasted off. Seemed like the bread wasn't toasted and everything was just falling out after a couple of bites. I'm really concerned as to why their Mexican guacamole is like a neon green and same with the green salsa. Is that the cilantro? I've never seen anything like it. Next up the fries. They were just alright. I asked for beans in them and they weren't put on. The meat wasn't seasoned well and overall just ok. Wasn't great wasn't terrible but just ok. read more

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Very bad service and food is really bad , ill never go back again , need to do better

Owner is the coolest guy. Best al pastor I've had. Never have had a bad experience. Would recommend my favorite in east county

Old school Taco shop located here in El cajon. I've been coming here for about 10 years and love their burritos! They also add in a side of spicy carrots and fried chilies as well for the burrito which I really like. I usually get the same thing every time I come which is a pollo asada California burrito. I haven't really tried other things on the menu since coming here but I decided to try the chicken California fries and they were pretty good. I also really like their red sauce. Service is usually quick unless there's a huge line then it can take about 10-15 minutes longest. There is seating inside or outside. read more

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ordered the breakfast burrito and I literally laughed out loud of how small it was. This place is a freaking joke.

The carne is so tasty here! You definitely get what you pay for. Our favorites are the breakfast, Cali, and fish burritos. Can't wait to try more of their menu. read more

The food is always fantastic! The service is amazing. Although the indoor dining area is small, it is well decorated with interesting pictures and posters if you want to eat in. we always pick up and take home. Beware, the servings are very substantial, so you might have left overs for another meal. read more

Silva's is an old school San Diego taco shop. Their food reminds me of the carne asada burritos and rolled tacos of my childhood in El Cajon. They make their food the way we remember from he 70s and 80s. In other words, if you are a native, they are old school legit. The employees are so kind and so chill. You will not be disappointed. read more

California burrito de carnitas is a game changer will come back and try the al pastor burrito looks fire read more

Silva's Taco Shop - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

Super yummy!! Service was friendly and quick! And the place was clean and comfy with enough seating. read more

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Great authentic street tacos at good prices. Outstanding burritos too. Would definitely stop again if we are in the area.

First time ordering from here. God Carne asada fries, the guy told me you want Mexican or American guacamole? He explained what it was! Just finished the food it was amazing thank you! Fresh, crispy fries, soft carne comes with carrot and jalapeños. 9.6/10 read more

I'm really happy I tried Silva's today for the first time. The place is clean and colorful with plenty of parking. I ordered the bacon california burrito and ate it there. This burrito was delicious and filling! Just the right amount of meat, fries, bacon and sour cream. I got the red salsa and it had a super tasty slow burn to it. They added a really flavorful green chili and carrot slice next to the burrito which was a delightful surprise when unwrapping, great presentation. The staff were all friendly and welcoming and you can tell that care and soul goes into the food. For all these reasons, I'm now a fan of Silva's and look forward to my next visit! read more

I've been coming here for 20 years, my parents used to take me here when I was a little kid and I've been coming back ever since as a grown up. I always order their breakfast burrito. It is rarely matched by anybody else. And they have one of the best red hot sauces in town. I have not ventured off and ordered much of the other items on their menu but I'm sure they would be good as well. I've literally been ordering the same breakfast burrito for 20 years. The only issue I have is that they changed their packaging of the burritos from Styrofoam plates with aluminum foil to just paper and aluminum foil which makes the burrito kind of soggy quick. But I will continue to come back! read more

My favorite taco shop in all of SD. Seriously their meat and their carne asada fries are superior read more

Silva's Taco Shop - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

I was in need of a delicious burrito to help with a hangover and Silvia's California Burrito hit the spot! I can be picky with California burritos, but theirs is yummy. The carne asada is juicy and flavorful and the ingredients are well disbursed through the burrito. Plus they don't try to put any weird ingredients that don't belong in a Cali like some other taco shops. The red salsa was very good as well, I didn't try the green as I prefer red. Silva's is a no frills taco shop, there are some tables outside. Service is quick and friendly. read more

Silva's Taco Shop - #23 California Burrito - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

1st time here. Got a bean and cheese burrito and sausage breakfast burrito. I love bean and cheese burritos. This 1 was delicious! The Tortilla was amazing, yummy salsa, quick service. It was a cute taco shop! Would definitely come back when I'm in the area. The guy who took my order was super friendly and kind. Yummy red salsa. Definitely good prices too. $16 for both burritos, that's a steal read more

Silva's Taco Shop - Bean and cheese burrito - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

Our search for the Rebels in the El Cajon system was coming up DRY. So, myself and my Imperial guard ducked into this local restaurant for sustenance. We interrogated them while munching on Carne Asada Breakfast Burritos with perfectly crisped potatoes and succulent "refried" beans. (The notion of anything fried still triggers me, for obvious reasons.) Nonetheless, a grand meal created by those sympathetic to the Empire. 5/5 Death Stars read more

Silva's Taco Shop - Breakfast Egg's Burrito (Rebel Fare) - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

No stars should be given Silvia's in El Cajon is HORRIBLE, the hard tacos were soaked with greasy beef and the bottom of my taco was so mushy. The rice had no flavor and the beans were hard. And they had the audacity to charge ridiculous amounts for horrendous food. Never again read more

Fabulous food - tastes like Mexico. The carnitas tacos are great! Seating is inside and out. The older lady isn't as friendly as the younger one. I can't rate it a 5 on food because they put green food dye in their salsa. It's a bit sus. read more

Great food and great service! Guy hooked me up to try some beans and rice. Definitely our go to Mexican food from now on

First time ordering from here. I had the best breakfast burrito so far. well customer service.

I went to Silvas last night for the first time after years of passing by. The first thing I noticed was the strong smell of raid. That should've been my leaving point but I had heard good things and wanted to give it a try still. My boyfriend got the "big" taco for $7. It was the size of a regular taco and was mostly lettuce. The carne asada was flavorless and had almost none in it. I for three rolled tacos with guacamole. They were mostly soggy and again, the meat and guacamole had no flavor. The red and green salsa were also disgusting. Some of the worst we have ever had. We ordered from the outside window and couldn't even hear the lady inside from the traffic noise. That's not their fault but when several customers have ordered and you have to repeat yourself every time maybe make an attempt to speak a little bit louder instead of getting visibly annoyed that you have to repeat yourself. Ultimately I would give this place zero stars if I could and I won't ever be back. It was extremely expensive and the most subpar Mexican food I have had in a long time. read more

If I could get this taco shop zero stars, I would. This is a piece of shit business. Ado Bada taste like shit. This is top-tier, low quality, Mexican food I got food poisoning off the burrito I would not recommend a shitty place The owner is a piece of shit. There's roaches in the taco shop. Its a horrible taco shop. I prefer eating shit compared to this would not recommend spent over $100 and threw half of the food away. Prefer eating a little Caesars in this bullshit low quality shit. I would not waste any gass to come to this horrible hedious place i would not recommend never come read more

Silvas is a favorite for my daughter and I. She usually gets their Cali Burrito and I like to try some of their different menu items. It's one of the things I enjoy is that they have unique items on the menu like a bacon Cali burrito. I do find it to be a little overpriced and we usually have to wait, but they also give big portions and the food is great so it's worth the wait for us. Love their salsas too. read more