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 as delicious and authentic, several reviews noted issues with blandness, dryness, and inconsistency in quality.
Service Experience
Customer service received mixed reviews; some praised the friendly and attentive staff, while others reported poor service, including slow response times and unprofessional behavior from certain staff members.
Atmosphere
The restaurant is often described as having a fun and festive atmosphere, enhanced by live mariachi music, though some found it too loud for comfortable conversation.
Value for Money
Many customers felt the prices were reasonable for the portion sizes and quality, but a few mentioned that the food did not justify the cost, especially when it was bland or poorly prepared.
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Alexis Pala
Feb 1, 2026
5.0
We had so much fun at this restaurant. Great food, great drinks and what a excellent atmosphere. We will be back to celebrate another birthday. Make sure you try the margaritas.
TC
trina collins
Jan 29, 2026
5.0
Great company. Great food. The atmosphere was chilled. The original location was in Old Town in San Diego. CA. Same owner. Very friendly. Sorry no pictures so remember to take some when you go😊
MB
Margarita Bell
Jan 28, 2026
3.0
Not spectacular. Service was good. The food was delivered fast but my husband's taco was cold as were the beans. Chili Verde was delicious. Spanish rice was blahGood margaritas. Salsa wasn't spicy enough.
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
CM
Carmen Miller
Jan 26, 2026
4.0
My husband and I was at Casa de Pico in the afternoon. The atmosphere was great. Ordered pollo fundido and carnitas plate.
I don't know if the recipe was change but for many years my husband always get the pollo fundido deep fry and with melted cheese. (Chimichange style).
Yesterday was just a burrito with a different cheese on the top. Carnitas plate was a little too crispy like if was set on the heat lamp too long. For the the fist time we were disappointed.
Hope the restaurant keep the original recipe because it was delicious. Service was good.