we are completely new to this area and found this place on yelp. and thank goodness we did! this…read moreplace was absolutely amazing. our server was the best. i think his name is kale? cale? sorry for not spelling it right! he explained the menu to us because we told him it was our first time. we got most of his recommendations, i didn't think we had room in our stomachs to order the rest lol. which is why, we are bringing our friends over to try this place very soon. more bellies, more food! we got: - miso soup: probably one of the better miso soups i've had. most places make it extremely salty, but this one was just the right amount. - el jefe roll: WOW i was not expecting to like this one that much. the spice was spicin'! if you cannot handle spicy foods, do not get this one. - salmon nigiri: one order comes with two pieces. the salmon just melts in your mouth. i'm drooling just thinking about it. - negro aguachiles: speechless at this dish. i could eat aguachiles everyday!! i loved it. i can't wait to try their verde one! - snoked yuzu hamachi: omg you get dinner and a show with this one. this was soooo good, i want to eat this everyday. parking was aplenty and there were a good amount of tables inside. we came on a sunday afternoon and we didn't have to wait to get seated.

My husband and I decided to try out Tsunami since we haven't been there before. We arrived a little…read morebefore 6pm. It was very nice that they had special customer parking, since this parking lot does get very busy. We liked the nautical esthetic outside with the vintage diving suit statue outside. We noticed there were a few tables outside and some tables inside as well. We were greeted at the door and asked to sit anywhere. We chose to sit at a 2 seat table where there a long couch on one side and chairs on the other side( you share the couch with the table next to you. I immediately noticed how crowded the restaurant is and how the regular chairs were made to fit a smaller body type. As a larger person, I sat on the couch side (which was hard to get out of without disturbing the table next to us). I did notice when we were seated that our table looked a bit dirty with something stuck on it. I ordered a ginger ale and my husband got a water. We ordered the prawns Roca for our appetizer, it was very flavorful. I ordered the Rainbow roll and my husband ordered the El Ranchero roll. My rainbow roll was very filling and had an interesting tangy flavor, similar to miracle whip My husband loved the el Ranchero roll. He really liked the unique Mexican Japan fusion flavor of it. Overall, we were happy with the food but not happy with the price. We felt it was definitely not worth the price. The knly way we'd come back is if we took advantage of the happy hour special someday.

Came in and had a really solid experience overall. The place was clean, the service was great, and…read morethe food definitely delivered. The lobster nachos were so good--flavorful, fresh, and honestly the highlight of the meal. The protein bowl didn't disappoint either, packed with good portions and tasted just as good as it looked. Great spot if you're craving seafood with a casual, no-fuss vibe. Would definitely come back!

Check# 5234392 I came to your location tonight to pick up…read morefood. I made it clear that I had a dairy allergy to Justin who took my order. I ordered a bowl and a side of brussel sprouts and specified "no cheese" He was very friendly and professional. When he took my order, he added the note to the receipt "no cheese". Once my food was ready, I double checked the order to make sure there was no cheese. As soon as I opened the Brussel sprouts, I immediately noticed there was parmesan cheese on them. I went back to Justin and showed him there was cheese. He was very apologetic and said he would have them remade immediately. While I waited for the Brussel sprouts to be remade, i noticed 2 employees in the back mocking me and Miranda said to Abraham multiple times "no cheese, no cheese, make sure there's no cheese." They both were laughing hysterically and kept glancing over at me. At this point in time, I was getting agitated that they would make a mockery of such a serious allergy. My dairy allergy is serious and I could be hospitalized if I consume dairy. After waiting another 10 mins, Justin brought over the Brussel sprouts and before handing them to me, he double checked them again. When he opened them he noticed there was still traces of parmesan cheese. Again, Justin was very apologetic and explained that the parmesan cheese must have fallen into the tomatoes. He continued to apologize and offered another side item on the menu. Just was the only professional one and provided exceptional service. As for Miranda and Abraham, they should learn to take people's allergies seriously and not make a mockery of it. Very unprofessional. I hope management escalates this customer experience to ensure other customers don't have to deal with such rude and unprofessional employees like Miranda and Abraham. Please give Justin a raise because he is the only reason why I would ever give my business to this location again.

Pleasant staff. Great food. Love the chavela beer! I try something new every time I go.read more

I use to really like this place and would get breakfast from there often but the past 2 times I've…read morewent there for a breakfast burrito I was skimped on meat, I'm talking about only a few pieces of meat. The first time I had 2 sausage and 1 whole bacon, this time I had 3 diced bacon it's crazy !!! I won't be coming back here anymore.

(This review pertains to only location in Lakeside, not there other locations I've been to)…read more This is one of our family's favorite Mexican spots, we come at least once a week! The food is always delicious, full of flavor, and the portions are perfect for sharing. What really makes this place stand out is the salsa--it's better than any other Mexican restaurant we've tried. We especially love the rolled tacos, California burrito, and their rice and beans... all amazing every time. On top of that, the service is fast and our orders are always accurate. Highly recommend!

I've tried all the taco shops in east county, this is my go, absolutely amazing. Tortillas, the…read moremeat, everything

Rodizio Grill offers a fun, all-you-can-eat Brazilian steakhouse experience with a wide variety of…read moregrilled meats brought right to your table, plus a big salad bar. It's a great place for a hearty meal and trying different cuts of meat. They have the best service and the meat servers are so full full.

Rodizio Grill in El Cajon is an absolute gem for a group celebration. We came here with a party of…read morefive to celebrate my sister's birthday, and the entire experience was great from start to finish. The gauchos were super friendly, incredibly attentive, and kept the meat coming at a perfect pace. They actually took the time to check how each of us preferred our meat cooked, making sure everyone at the table got exactly what they wanted. Every cut was seasoned well and cooked to perfection. On top of the fantastic meat selection, the side bar is loaded with a variety of delicious options to round out the meal. Great atmosphere, amazing food, and stellar service. We'll definitely be back!

I've been here twice, and the difference between my two visits was honestly night and day…read more The first time I ordered the fish tacos, they were fantastic- crispy, crunchy, fresh, and packed with flavor. I immediately understood why so many people rave about this truck. The fish was perfectly fried, the toppings were fresh, and everything came together beautifully. Unfortunately, my second visit was the complete opposite experience. The fish was soft, stale-tasting, and lacked the crispy texture that made the tacos so memorable the first time. If someone had told me the tacos came from a different restaurant, I would have believed them. It felt like two completely different cooks were working the truck. Since fish and shrimp tacos appear to be their specialty, I really hope they can dial in the consistency. When they're on their game, the tacos are absolutely worth coming back for. I just wish every visit matched the quality of that first experience.

I stopped by this new food truck and ordered a couple of fish tacos cooked on a flat top, not fried…read moreor "a la plancha," for $5.50 a piece. The fish tacos were good. The fish quality was decent. It reminded me of swai or basa fish. That being said, I did believe the tacos needed more fish. The fish that was present was buried under a heap of shredded cabbage. The fish has a mild flavor. The sauces that came on the taco were good. I liked the hot sauce the chalupa offered. The tacos came double wrapped in good quality corn tortillas. This particular truck is parked at Murphy's Warehouse on Johnson Ave. in El Cajon. They offer tented outside seating for shade.They also offer fried fish tacos and burritos, not to mention a variety of ceviches. The ladies running the truck were nice.

This place is so good and they have amazing fish tacos. I work nearby so me and my coworkers walk…read moreover for the $2.50 fish tacos. The fish tacos are a generous portion and they have amazing sauces that go with it. Their menu has a good variety of tacos, burritos, and cocktails which I also love the aguachiles verde. It's the perfect amount of spicy and very delicious. This is my go to for aguachiles for the location and the quality. They have folding tables and chairs that are ready for you to eat your food right there as well. Everyone is very nice and I recommend checking this place out for amazing fish tacos.

Delicious food....we loved the smoked marlin tacos....also the surf n turf taco had a large amount…read moreof tasty filling. We appreciate the sautéed veggies in the tacos as well. Highly recommend this place.

Some of the best birria in San Diego! Also wonderful customer service. I will be back!!read more

We were looking for a good Mexican spot while in El Cajon, and El Culichi looked…read moretempting--particularly as they have Sinaloan style chilorio on the menu. Chilorio is slow-simmered pork, shredded, fried in lard, and simmered in a sauce of chilis and spices. I've not found this dish anywhere north of the border and couldn't wait. I wasn't dissapointed. The chilorio was savory with deep flavors of chilis and spices. It's available as an omlette, but also as a side on its own, served in pan with a warm stack of very good corn or flour tortillas (or a mix of the two). In addition, we tried their birria de chivo (goat stew), also made in the Sinaloan tradition, with different chilis than the original Jalisco version and very cumin/cinnamon forward. Totally delicious. And totally affordable, at inexpensive-moderate menu pricing. The spot is charming, welcoming on the outside, tidy and clean on the inside, and run by a friendly family--who are happy to educate guests on their very special menu. I'd consider this a destination restaurant. Worth the trip from anywhere in San Diego County.