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    Tacos Asadero

    4.3 (519 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Margaret P.

    Wanted to try some tacos in San Diego before making the trek back to L.A. but want to wait in the long line at Tacos El Gordo. I found this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. It's in a plaza next to Einstein's bagels. We came in for lunch and ordered adobada tacos, vampiro, and birria. Everything was delicious, however, I will say the asada needed just a little bit of salt. Overall, a pretty good taco spot in the area.

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    Luke C.

    Tucked away in this plaza is Tacos Asadero. This little gem serves up authentic Mexican food with a variety of meat choices for your tacos, burritos, or other selections. It's a small and cozy restaurant with a line of booths you can sit at to enjoy the unique decor found inside. Particularly interesting was the wall of Hot Wheels toy cars - I certainly have never seen that outside of a Target or Walmart before! Service is very simple. You order at the front and wait for your food to arrive whether you're dining in or going for take-out. On our visit we had some tacos, a quesadilla, nachos, and a burrito. The tacos were loaded up nicely, but the choice of meat matters here. I found the asada to be a bit on the average side, but the cabeza was very flavorful and juicy. My actual favorite item from my meal was the quesadilla. It didn't come as I expected. It was melted cheese rolled up in a small burrito shape. Didn't matter though. It was excellent with the cheese perfectly melted inside. I loved it. The nachos were extremely loaded. It was just piles and piles of good stuff. This was a bit hard to eat. I'd recommend a fork for this one. My friend had the burrito, and it was absolutely massive. These guys may have one of the biggest burritos around. It is a little pricey though, so keep that in mine.

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    Arnel D.

    This hidden spot should be gatekept. They don't have a drive thru but they have ample parking and a staff that works fast. Pricing is reasonable and their decor is cool... There's a Fast and Furious Display along with all sorts of Hot Wheels. The food they offer is reasonable and adjusted with inflation a compared to their prices from when they first opened. Their birria and consume are legit. Adobada and Asada are on point. The dining area is clean and comfy if you choose to dine in. Portions are huge and a sight to see. Bring cash as they do charge a fee for cards. (Clover) I'll be back again soon. Happy New Year!

    Combo carne asada and adobada nachos
    Corinna W.

    This is a cute taco shop. Staff was friendly and service was good. They actually bring the food to your table vs you having to pick up the food yourself from the counter like most taco shops. We ordered the Lengua taco, carne asada taco, carne asada and adobada nachos and horchata. The tacos were ok. We were disappointed with the nachos. Presentation wise it looked great and generous portion. However the tortilla chips were thin and they use fake cheese. The carne asada and adobada lacked flavor. Since the chips were thin, they became soggy with all the cheese, meats, guacamole and sour cream on top. We just didn't feel satisfied with our meal. The best thing was the horchata LOL. I really wanted to like this place as I heard great things but it didn't live up to the hype for me.

    Adobada and asada taco
    Eunice E.

    Great customer service! Weird window thing going on but it's okay because food is definitely worth it. We got a little bit of each meat and it was great! Not so busy. Thank God because we were hungry Super cute inside also! Not sure why they are not busy. They are super good! Adobada meat it's so tender and has great flavor! Crispy edges and so soft in the middle The cooks are definitely cooking with love back there. Super good nachos and came with a free drink!

    Tracey F.

    Unique taco shop. Very cute inside, which is uncommon. Had pollo taco with fresh corn tortilla and a quesadilla! Both had great cheese pull and it was like a Mexican grilled cheese taco! Next time I will try Adobado, Asada and Birria! Very good service and look forward to next time!

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    Dan E.

    Tacos Asadero is a hidden gem in Rancho Bernardo! Featuring traditional TJ-style tacos in a no frills taqueria. The tacos are legit and relatively inexpensive. I ordered one Asada and one Adobada and both were excellent. The tacos are pretty small but thoughtfully prepared. I really loved those freshly griddled corn tortillas. The lady at the counter was somewhat surly and the ordering process is awkward. You're separated from the cashier by a giant sheet of plexiglass with a speaker/mic system installed, kind of like visiting a bank in a bad neighborhood. We're in RB, so it's not a bad neighborhood, maybe a leftover from the 'rona. Either way I recommend ditching it. At first it was hard to hear the lady so I put my ear close to the speaker at the same time she put her mouth much closer to her mic. She about blew me away! Goodness, my left ear is still ringing. Anyway, after laying waste to two delicious tacos I felt like I needed to take a shower. After depositing my trash (outside) I headed to the restroom to wash my hands. Unfortunately it's a one-holer and someone was in there signing the constitution with the door locked. After waiting a few minutes I wound up leaving. I look forward to visiting again soon but will bring my own wet wipes next time.

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    Cindy C.

    This is my second time coming here and we got the adobada burrito and carne asada tacos. Something was definitely off about the adobada. The smell and taste just seemed like it's been sitting for a bit and it was also dry. I couldn't bother to finish even half of the burrito. Maybe this is just a one off, not too sure since I don't frequent this place enough. The carne asada tacos were fine and I ended up just eating that instead. I feel a bit bad making this review because the worker that helped us was very nice and friendly, but despite that, I don't think I will be coming back for their food.

    Liz V.

    These tacos were so delectable and juicy! This was the perfect spot to go in between errands and was starting to get busy during lunchtime. Free parking, quick service, and chill atmosphere

    Adobada taco with green salsa
    Michelle M.

    I was really excited to try this place as I heard great things about it. We tried adobada and asada. We were left more impressed by the asada than the adobada. Unfortunately, the adobada lacked flavor and the avocado salsa that is known particularly for these tacos looked like it had green dye added to it, almost like frosting. The vibe of the place was cool and wanted to get a table but they were pretty packed. There was another customer also waiting before us and we got our food before him and overheard him upset that he had been waiting an hour for his food. I honestly am glad we didn't have to wait too long as the lack of the flavor left us feeling unenthusiastic. I will say the flavor of the tortilla was good though! Overall, I'd recommend the asada over the adobada.

    Carne asada taco, adobada taco
    Catherine Z.

    Food was delicious!! The adobada was flavored so well and we loved the onions and cilantro on each taco. The sauce they put on the adobada taco was also fantastic!! Service was great and speedy too. Overall recommend for anyone craving tacos in the local area.

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    Anna B.

    Got an adobada taco & adobada mulita and both were delicious! Smaller shop with maybe 4-5 booths to sit at, quick counter service. Easy parking lot!

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    Sharona M.

    We were hungry and staying at a hotel nearby. Saw that this place was close and came here to satisfy our cravings. Got a few Carne Asada tacos and they were really tasty and decently sized! Simple delicious tacos. They come with peppers and onion and the pepper is so spicy I loved it. Normal prices. Easy parking since it's in a shopping center.

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    Amazing every time any time. You have to try the Adobada!!! Recommend! Won't be disappointed.

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    Loved it here. Things to note 1. Parking is bad so plan…read moreaccordingly and be prepared to walk a block or 2 to get to the restaurant 2. It is very dark in here. I had to take photos in night mode so it looks a lot brighter than it actually is. If you are going with someone older or who has trouble seeing in the dark, they are not gonna see anything lol 3. I heard reservations were required months out but i went in the same day. It was the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend around lunch time but they took walk ins left and right so maybe just dinner is what needs to be booked in advance? The decor was immaculate and everything that came out was delicious and it came out very fast. It is connected to the Lafayette hotel which has the jungle room, bowling alley, pool and multiple bars. You can easily spend the day here. Mmmm not if you have kids though. 10/10 recommend

    Very trendy, friendly, evocative dining experience! It's located inside the Lafayette Hotel, but…read morethere's also an outside entrance to the restaurant. Beware there's only street parking, no valet service (unless you're a hotel guest), so that can present a challenge. Reservations a MUST on weekends, especially with a group. Now for the food reviews. Everything we ordered was delicious from the squash blossom and smashed tuna tartare appetizers to the El Festin platter (made for groups) . Since the main dining area is kept dark for the dramatic gothic effect, it's tricky to rely on your sense of sight for the presentation of each of the dish. The highlight for me was the chili garlic shrimp tacos. So full of flavor! The only drawback is that many of their dishes are made with nuts. So if you have a nut allergy, which one of us in our group did, the menu was limiting. Overall, it's an incredible place for first timers and out-of- towners. I might return for a special celebration, but not repeatedly. Once is good enough experience, especially with so many other special dining options in our fine city.

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    Dramatic dining space!
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    Overview: very quick and friendly service, yummy California Burrito according to my bf…read more ---- We placed an order through the phone for a California Burrito ($13.90) and a Fish Taco ($5.50) and they said it would be ready in 5 minutes! We left right away to pick up the food and sure enough it was ready waiting for our arrival. One quick drive back home to dig in and the aroma was so enticing. California Burritos is very apt for their name, my bf rates it a 10/10. As a California Burrito connoisseur, he liked the addition of sour cream in it and said the flavors were delicious. He topped it with their green salsa for a little bit of a freshness to cut through the richness and fattiness of the meat and fries in the burrito. He didn't care for the fish taco that much and rated it a 4/10 but said the restaurant overall was a 10/10, as he thought there was too much lettuce and tomato throwing off the ratio of the taco. I, on the other hand, am a huge fan of veggies and liked the ample amount they provided. ---- There's a couple benches outside in front of the shop and seating at booth tables inside as well. It's a bit smaller to sit inside, I recommend sitting outside to enjoy the fresh air and the sunset is beautiful. ---- Overall: if you're in the mood for California Burritos come to the place rightly named California Burritos!

    They do things a little different at this place. The California had guacamole and sour cream. Makes…read moreit more like a carne asada burrito adding fries. That said, I was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked this burrito. It's large, filling, but their sauce had an almost artificial red color to it. Despite the weird look of the sauce, it had decent spice, wasn't overwhelming but wasn't weak either. Parking is very difficult here, and seating is limited. It's a small tack shop style place, made more for to-go orders. Service was fast and friendly. Their horchata is where they really lose a star, it's from a fountain and tastes like it, watered down artificial flavor. However you don't come here for the drinks, you come here for the large tasty California Burritos, hence the name. They've definitely won me over and I'll be back when in the area. That's this critic's review, until next time, I'll be eating.

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    The name might be Puesto but the food was PRESTO!!…read more Never been here before but I will ABSOLUTELY return in the future. From start to finish, everything was wonderful and I will NEVER forget my experience. We were met immediately with great service as well as continuing to receive it from every member of staff including our lovely server. Every other member that brought out our food & drinks was just as delightful. The weather was perfect to be seated outdoors in their patio, it matched the relaxing and enjoyable vibe we had. The food, I mean, the FOOD was undeniably delicious and full of flavor. I've literally never had a better taco anywhere else. The Al pastor was exceptionally juicy and tasteful and I'm so glad I went with my go to because it's a meal I'll never forget. The Agua Fresca were so refreshing too, sweet but not overly sweet, just the right balance. Overall, I have another new favorite when I come back out again.

    * catching up on old backlogged drafts so this review may be a bit out of date…read more Booked a big group dinner here as they had lots of spacious seating. We were split into two tables outside. Overall the experience was pretty underwhelming. The food was not very flavorful - it wasn't authentic Mexican food or even good California fusion Mexican food. There are so many better Mexican restaurants in San Diego, it was disappointing to have wasted a meal here. I believe it's a chain so not sure if the other locations are better as I've only tried this one.

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