Walked right in on a sunny afternoon and got a table with friends right away. The servers were really polite the whole meal. I like the indoor/outdoor vibe the restaurant has. It was definitely good chill place to grab some food. I got a carajillo to start and a carnitas burrito. The carajillo was just ok. It honestly did not taste like a carajillo and it tasted like an espresso martini because I didn't taste any licor 43. I think they just mixed up my drink but it was ok. The carnitas burrito was delicious and was the perfect portion size for me to be able to finish but also large enough for me to feel very full and satisfied. I do wish they gave more pico and maybe some salsa with it. Overall a nice meal in the village. read more

Tortilla Mia - Carajillo and carnitas burrito - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I decided to close out the year by coming back to 1 of my regular chill spot. Carlsbad Inn For dinner, the location of my resort made this very easy because there are quite of a bit of option in walking distance. I was feeling for some Mexican food and then i spotted Tortilla Mia. Me and my mother had a great dining experience. Our waitor was fast and attentive. Our food was spot. I had my favorite. Steak fajitas and my mom had a birria ramen. What amazed me was that we got there as the 3rd last table and we only had about 30 mins before closing. Our waitor provided great service til the very end. Thank you. read more

Tortilla Mia - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Came here while traveling and met up with colleagues. We were in on a Wednesday evening, it was pretty busy. I had the carnitas platter, with rice and beans. The carnitas has great flavor, was juicy and plenty of it. The beans and rice were also well prepared and tasty. The other guys in our party had a variety of choices and they all agreed, great food! The beer selection could be a little better but nothing to complain about. It's a very cool spot in the heart of Carlsbad and I'd definitely come again. read more

Tortilla Mia - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Came in to have a cocktail early afternoon and the bartender was super sweet and so accommodating. Watch football for a few hours with a bowl of pozole, order of tortillas, three beers and a espresso martini. Had a nice afternoon just sitting enjoying the ambience. Service is great family oriented restaurant. read more

Tortilla Mia - Posole is great - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

3.5 Adorable ambiance, friendly and efficient service. Hubs ordered Carlsbad burrito: adequate portion of tender chunks carne asada, tasty guacamole, cheese and sour cream. Crispy fries were nice and hot. My lunch combo special included rice, beans, taco and enchilada. Standout was the chicken enchilada covered in cheese and a delectable unique red sauce. The beef taco meat was quite dry and barely seasoned but ok with the house salsa. Complimentary chips were stale but the salsa better than average. No drinks today, just water. We've tried other Mexican restaurant in the area and this place, while just above average, is reasonably priced and good. I'd come again and stick with the enchiladas. Recommend. ~EG Eats read more

Tortilla Mia - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Waiter was kind, margaritas were good! We got the queso which was yummy and shared the carne asada plate, which honestly was enough for two people, kind of like a fajita platter! The ambiance is nice, too! read more

Saturday night was busy here which isn't surprising! We sat at the bar (there's a wait list for this too but it's shorter than a table) but somehow our order got lost and we waited 2 hours for our entrees. However, our bartender ( I think Jose) was super sweet and took care of us and was constantly going back to the kitchen to check on our food. Despite the service, we still had a wonderful time because of the people who work there and the energy. read more

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Solid stop during my day in Carlsbad. Good margaritas, came with chips n salsa. Service was okay. They did their job but not that friendly or memorable read more

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Terrible experience at Tortilla Mia in downtown Carlsbad Village. We had family in town, 4 adults and 3 (well behaved) kids. We called in reservations for 7pm Saturday because we knew they would most likely be busy. Our family arrived at 6:30pm since they were close enough to walk. After checking in, they found the table wouldn't be ready until 7pm, and that was fine because we arrived 10min. before 7pm anyways. 7pm passes and the hostess has been staring right at us off an on for some time. My bf's cousin goes to ask how much longer, she says "oh, do you have reservations?" And he continued to say he JUST checked in 30+ minutes ago and she stated the table won't be ready until 7pm. She then had a hard time "finding" the reservation that she already checked him in with. BAD start, but they were so tired from a long day at the beach and we were all hungry.. we bit our tongue and just got sat. Where were we seated? Smack dab right in the middle of the floor area when you enter. I didnt like that location as the back of my chair was right up against the poor person's stool who was sitting at the bar, but again I was hungry and didnt care. We ordered 3 micheladas and a mai tai for myself. 2 micheladas were as pictured in the menu (big goblet style glass) and the 3rd one given to his cousin was in a pint glass. It had no garnish and no tajin rim. He was nice about it and asked the server about this... no apology, just takes the drink disappears and reappears in a pint glass with garnish. We then ordered our meal. Queso with chips for appetizer, birria tacos for my bf, chicken and carne asada tacos for the kids, and veggie enchilada for his cousins wife and his cousin ordered chimichanga appetizer for his entree. After 30min...the queso and chips came out. After an HOUR yes an HOUR of waiting... his chimichanga came out. No other food... after an HOUR and 20min? Everyone else's food came out, and he was already done eating. One of the kids got the wrong tacos...so his mom flagged down the person that delivered and he just looked confused then went back to grab a new order of PLAIN chicken tacos. We didnt have the energy to complain and we were so mad we just didn't get up and leave earlier. This place is a joke. I remember coming here a LONG time ago, as Las Olas, and it was amazing! This is why I recommended it to family. Instead I embarrassed myself for ever mentioning this place. Before you say "oh they must have been busy, it's Saturday by the beach" keep in mind all the parties, big and small, around us...were sat, fed, paid..and they left before we even got our food. Make that make sense? You can't, because this place dropped the ball. In the end, we were unhappy eating our cold and late to arrive food, we were flabbergasted that no apology for the wait or mention of it was adddressed by our server or anyone. We saw what may have been a manager talking with patrons throughout the restaurant, and im sure he noticed us waiting for that long period of time with no food...if that WAS a manager...shame on you for not checking on us. We will never come back here. As a 38yr Cbad village native, I will NEVER recommend this restaurant to anyone, and if I hear anyone planning to go there... I will recommend they go somewhere else. If you're reading this, try Jalisco Cantina Restaurant on State Street. They have amazing service, drinks, and food. Dont waste your hard earned money at tortilla mia. read more

Tortilla Mia - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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I visited the restaurant during the weekday. It was nice because it was not busy and was seated right away. Whenever I'm passing by this place it is packed. I was greeted right away and was able to select where I wanted to sit. I opted to sit in the covered patio in front. The patio is shielded with acrylic panels which is nice since you are next to the main and busy road. My food order: Fish taco (battered) with corn tortilla Bowl of albondigas soup Lemon drop martini w/sugared rim To Go order: 2 orders of 6 handmade tortilla I love the decor vibe going on in the restaurant very spacious and a pretty good size bar. The restaurant has an open space feel with a good breeze. The lemon martini was good, strong which I like, with great lemon flavor, goes well with the sugared rim. Before my food arrived I was served a bowl of tortilla chips with some salsa. The chips were good, light and crunchy. First my cup of albondigas arrived. It was a pretty good serving size with 2 meatballs and light on the veggies. Flavorful, but I should've asked for some cilantro to add in. The fish taco arrived and the presentation didn't grab my attention. You're probably thinking fish taco presentation ? I have ordered fish tacos and when they arrived to the table, I could say, that looks delicious. So this taco was ok. I wasn't a fan of the quartered cherry tomatoes. I think I would try something else on the menu on my next visit My to go orders of fresh tortillas were ok. I will pass on ordering next time. Customer service was excellent. Christian was very help and kind. We need more customer service like that! I would definitely return and try some other dishes. read more

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The service was awesome! Chris took care of us while we were there and was fantastic!! He made the whole experience very enjoyable and even made us frozen margaritas which weren't listed on the menu. I highly recommend the California burrito if dining in! read more

Great food, location, and homemade tortillas, what more can you ask for? We tried the Veggie burrito and Machaca plates, both were very delicious. The Machaca was flavorful served with rice, beans and tortillas. Fresh and so tasty. The veggie burrito was light, filled with corn, a boy, beans and lettuce; so so good! The service was excellent here, very attentive and friendly. We also learned we could buy a dozen tortillas to take home so we did! If you're in Carlsbad or even if you aren't, give them a try! read more

There was so much traffic and we had no choice but to go back to Tortilla Mia and I wasn't thrilled. However, to my surprise, they must have done something. The service was quick and they were super kind. Saw us struggling with the kids and they offered to pack our food up for us. The food, was amazing! It was so blah before and now it has so much flavor. The ceviche and my tacos were delicious! Can't wait to go back again! read more

Came on a Saturday night for dinner. Loved that they had live music (oldies rock on a guitar). Service was ok (not super attentive but fine). Birria flautas were yummy (dipping sauces were great). Shroom enchiladas were delicious and I would order them again. Chimichanga looked ok. Meat looked a little dry, but guacamole was generously served on top. Churros were $9 and only came with two! Not a great deal. Bathrooms were clean. Parking around here is hard and pure luck. read more

Not a bad little restaurant located right off the 101 in carlsbad village. This place has a TON of seats and also a cute little bar which is great for watching Padres games etc. overall not a bad little casual spot. read more

Tortilla Mia - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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I love this place always fresh food and fast service! It is so cute inside still has the same feel as the previous mexican restaurant which I love! Very friendly waiters and bartenders definitely a good stop! read more

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This restaurant is clean, bright and nicely decorated, and the service was prompt and friendly. I was there for lunch and ordered a Carlsbad Carnita Asada Burrito smothered with green chili. The Burrito was large, and the asada was well seasoned and perfectly browned. Overall a good experience, and I'd recommend this place. read more

We arrived on a Thursday around 4:30. It was mostly empty then, but a couple hours later was mostly full. Our waiter was primarily the bartender, and he did an excellent job following up on our needs. I had the carnitas platter, which was very good - pork, grilled onions, rice, beans, with avocado and pico de Gallo in little cups on the side. We hung around for the karaoke, and had a great time with Vic, very personable guy. We'll be back!! read more

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For a Saturday, it wasn't too packed and we were seated right away. The staff were attentive and friendly. The food was good, we had carne asada and chicken tacos with rice and beans. The restrooms do require a code. We will be back again. read more

Stopped in for lunch. We use to come here when it was Las Olas and didn't realize they changed. Took a quick minute for someone to greet us and we were seated quickly. The place wasn't busy so service was attentive. My tacos were better than I expected and hubby enjoyed his burrito. Their tamarind and house margaritas weren't bad either. Not sure why this place wasn't more busy on a weekend lunch day since location is prime and it was a beautiful day. Hubby & I enjoyed it here. We'll be back. read more

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Excellent food and great service in a wonderful location. Very relaxed and friendly vibe read more

We stopped in to have a few HH items. We ordered the fried artichoke hearts anything fried is usually pretty good. These were just ok and the portion size was on the small side. We also tried the steak nachos. If you love beans and cheese, you will enjoy the nachos. Sadly, not much steak on the nachos. The pieces of steak we did get tasted like pieces of trimmings that were small and overcooked. The portion size of the nachos was big, just not much steak. Overall, just ok for me. I'm not racing back. read more

Tortilla Mia - Artichoke hearts. - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Everything was amazing! The decor is stunning which brings you in. The salsa surprised me with the amazing kick it had. The waitress Sheramy was so great. She was patient and kind. The churros! Omg they were sooooo good!!!!!! We will be back. read more

Tortilla Mia - Chips and salsa - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Great service great food even live entertainment tonight (Tuesday). Public parking pay lot in back read more

Tortilla Mia - Carne Asada, Shrimp and Carnitas tacos - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I don't know if we hit this place on a bad day or what. Great location for people watching. The service was at the low end of barely adequate. The food makes this the bar none, absolute worst restaurant I've ever been to in my life. I ordered the Carlsbad Burrito and asked for the fries on the side not in the burrito, simple enough right? what they served was a raw tortilla that had a few shreds of dried out beef in it, the fries on the side looked as if they had been swept up off the floor and onto the plate. Wine served in a not so clean glass. Do not waste your time or money, you can go to a convenience store and get a better meal. read more

Our family of 4 went Sunday evening for my husband's late bday dinner. We were greeted & seated promptly. Our waitress was fantastic. I wish I had gotten her name, but she was younger and very attentive & personable. Fajitas, birria flautas, carne asada plate, shrimp taco, and al pastor taco were all 5/5. So good! Coconut pineapple margarita is one of the best I've had. Can't wait to come back! read more

Mediocre at best Mexican food. Tried the Carnitas taco and although it had a lot of meat, not any flavor. My wife had the chicken quesadilla and it was not very good either. The tap Mexican beer was the best part of the meal. read more

Disappointed, they couldn't make a fish burrito when I asked. Left and went to another restaurant. Addendum to Ernie's comment: Ernie, I have never been to your restaurant prior to asking for a fish burrito. I used to go when it was Las Olas. You are a bold face liar stating I have been there 4 times!?! Will not give your restaurant a second chance, and I am honestly shocked you are responding so rudely to a comment like this. I was hoping to let management know about my experience so maybe they could improve. Extremely poor management. read more

A lovely little place with festive decor and friendly service! We ordered the queso dip which was delicious and the meat on top really elevated the flavor. We also ordered a carnitas chimichanga and a carne asada wet burrito. They were both superb, big portions too! Our waitress was so nice and even brought us out complimentary Mexican candy shots. A great place to stop in for lunch. read more

Tortilla Mia - Queso - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Amazing food, great service, strong drinks would recommend for anyone looking for a good authentic Mexican place in the village!! read more

Tortilla Mia - Quesabirria and old fashion - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Very unfortunate experience at Tortilla Mia in Carlsbad, we had called in advance to see if we needed reservations for a party of two. They were slow so we were advised to walk in. When we arrived we were standing at the hostess booth for 15 minutes. Only 5 tables total were taken, and 3 customers at the bar. Finally we were seated but the wait time continued to be an issue. It took 25 minutes before being approached by a waitress, no apologies and careless attitude. We had asked for chips as a starter, that took another 20 minutes. The waitress had spilled several chips on the way to serving us, I understand mistakes happen but for the quality of service already, I was appalled by this waitress's carelessness. We were ready to order when she asked what drinks we would like, as soon as I was ready to order she walked away to another table, very abruptly. I was very disappointed because we had already been there for an hour and still hadn't been able to order food. Finally after another 20 minutes she took our orders which took 20 minutes before it arrived at our table. She served us horchata with ice filling 3/4 of the cup. Due to refills being extra charge, this disappointed the both of us. A couple that was seated shortly after us seemed very upset about the service as well. As we were going to pay she was watching me enter the tip price, that made me very uncomfortable and gave me unnecessary pressure. This may have been an unfortunate day and waitress, as a waitress myself I have never seen anything like this. but I believe the manager or owner should take a look into their employees, as I believe this location has so much potential. It was beautiful inside and out! But the wait time and service was very absurd. I do want to mention that the horchata was amazing despite the ice filling the whole cup. The chips were a highlight! Very good chips and salsa. As for our meals, they didn't meet our expectations because the quesadillas were very soggy over filled with juice and chicken, but I believe the other food on the menu could've been a better pick. The service was the most poor part of our visit and unfortunately we don't see ourselves coming back. read more

The food was amazing, the service was amazing, the karaoke was questionable. If they had The Edgar Winter group's song Frankenstein, I would have karaoked too. My fellow guests said the mixed drinks were great. Don't wear any western shirts or you'll stand out and the owner will prod you into doing a number and embarrassing yourself. read more

Really really good! Fresh and homemade everything, including corn tortillas and salsas. We stopped in for a quick bite and everything was great: ice cold Modelos, fresh salsa, perfect chips, and a la carte tacos. Friendly service too! We'll be back! read more

OMG!!!! This food is delicious. You can tell that it's homemade, because you can taste the love. The chile relleno's sauce was covered in a deep rich chile sauce that tasted like it had cooked all day on the stove. The flour tortillas are hand made and it's a must. Don't try the chips and salsa, because they will ruin your dinner. And then there's the house margarita which is also yummy. Let's just say tonight's dinner was on FIRE!!! This place is a must! read more

Great experience! Food was great!! Highly recommend the chicken rice soup and the mole enchiladas were perfect! We enjoyed Javier and Tio Earnie! Come try it ! read more

Tortilla Mia - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

It's been a few months since our last visit and the food was still excellent. No surprise, but Sheramy still remembered our names and our orders. Nothing like this place in the village! read more

I highly recommend the birria flautuas off the appetizer menu - so good! My kids enjoyed a carne asada quesadilla and fish tacos. Chile Verde was ok but not great. They refilled chips and salsa, which was nice. The cocktails are big but not that flavorful. Service to seat us was slow they seemed short-handed but they were friendly and accommodating to our family read more

Came to Tortilla Mia, great food , service and live music played by Reynaldo. I ordered this delicious Molcajete, which was shareable. I will keep coming back for the authentic food and freshly made tortillas ! read more

Tortilla Mia - Molcajete - Mexican Near Me - Carlsbad, California

How can you go wrong at a Mexican restaurant with chips and salsa? And a margarita? The chips tasted and looked like they were out of that big bag they sell at Costco. The margarita was so bad (watered down, super salty and definitely cheap tequila. I was disappointed because I had always heard that Mexican food in San Diego was the best. read more

Had a great time. Food was good, service was wonderful, didn't have to wait for a table. I loved our server. He clearly gets how difficult it can be to eat with kids and immediately came over to take their food order and put it in first thing for us and then got us our Margs while we waited for food. The food came out pretty quick and it was soooo good. read more