Welcome to the Best Mexican restaurant in sunny San Diego! Indulge in our mouthwatering selection of authentic Mexican cuisine, sip on our refreshing margaritas that will transport you to the streets of Mexico, and enjoy the lively atmosphere with strolling mariachis serenading you as you dine. Experience a true taste of Mexico right here with us!
While many customers praised the food for its flavor and authenticity, there were several complaints about blandness and inconsistency in dishes.
Service Experience
Service was frequently noted as friendly and attentive, but there were also reports of slow service and issues with staff behavior.
Atmosphere
The restaurant is generally described as having a fun and festive atmosphere, enhanced by live mariachi music, though some found it too loud.
Value for Money
Customers expressed mixed feelings about pricing, with some finding it reasonable for the quality, while others felt it was too high for the food received.
Consistency
Several reviews indicated that the quality of food and service can vary significantly from visit to visit.
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Kimberly Slentz-Kesler
5 days ago
5.0
We lived in San Diego back in the late 70s and this was our favorite restaurant. It's SO AMAZING that we could come back 50 years later and it's not only still here and still wonderful, but we could even enjoy the same favorite dish (Cheese Crisp Special)!
FF
Frogzkimi
Feb 19, 2026
4.0
Great location in Grossmont center. We usually order the Veggie Fajitas without cheese to make it vegan. Very yummy! Drinks are adorable and taste good.
KB
kevin bacon
Feb 18, 2026
5.0
Went here for Valentines day and had a GREAT time.. We went around 2pm to avoid Morning and Dinner Crushes. We had chips n guacamole with margaritas and then the "Tacos Victriosos" with Chicken, and Chicken and Avocado tacos!! YUM!!
The Mariachis came in later and the music was great..
BM
Bill Munsch
Feb 15, 2026
4.0
I just leaned that this location is related to Casa Guadalajara in Old Town SD. Same menus. Same food and drinks. Good stuff overall. The servers are super friendly even when it's a little bit crazy busy. Lots of seating, indoors, at the bar, or on the patio getting some fresh air and some sun. Go grab a margarita or two.
GL
Gary Lucero
Jan 26, 2026
5.0
Great food, atmosphere and friendly servers; best Mexican food in San Diego, my family is split between here and Tio Leo;s but this has been my favorite since I was a teenager and I am now about to turn 70 in over a week; best item on the menu is the Pollo Fundido, have gotten that for my whole lifetime eating there...had other items that were very good but that is my go to item most every time I am there or take out! Very tasty!!!! My only disappointment is that they send you a happy birthday notice but don't provide you anything extra for your birthday, I am gonna be 70 in a week and all I got was a happy birthday come and join us for food! A lot of places will give you a little something special on your birthday and that would be very very nice