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One visit to Cafe Coyote and it's so easy to understand why this is a long running success!! The food was truly perfection - everything we ate had us remarking it was the best version we'd ever had at a restaurant. The food was fresh, flavorful, and tasted homemade. The freshly made tortillas were so crazy delicious! The drinks were strong and yummy. What made our visit extra special was our lovely server, Aide. She was so sweet to our boys, made the best recommendations, and felt like a longtime friend. What a wonderful human - we would absolutely request to be seated in her section again. We drove down from a day in Escondido and will definitely be back.
Tourists Will Be Happy. Locals Already Have Their Spot. I brought family here because they were visiting San Diego and wanted to experience Old Town. We arrived on Sunday, in the summer, around 5 pm and waiting time was five minutes. But ten minutes later, there was a long line. As a local, I knew we weren't eating the best Mexican food in the county-but we were also under time constraints. The fresh tortillas were as expected hotv right off the grill. Flour is best. Chips and salsa disappeared fast too. The entrees? Chicken enchilada combo red sauce, chicken enchilada combo green sauce & Chipotle La Crema camarones. As the local I had two bites. Beans and rice were dry and hard. My family enjoyed theirs and ate the rest for leftovers the following day. I wasn't impressed. On their behalf, nothing was bad; it just never reached the point where I'd think, "I need to come back." The service moved at the same pace as the kitchen, slow, and our server had just enough attitude to be noticeable. Were day outside and the cleanliness of the tables, chairs, gross asf dirty menus and trash under tables was not okay. I shouldn't have needed to ask for a different seating table with the side eye from the server. If you're visiting Old Town, good choice. Non-Mexican food experiencers will stop the blasphemy of saying Taco Bell is Mexican food. If you're a local desiring Mexican food, you probably already know where you're going instead.
First time here, looks amazing from the outside.. THE GRUB : We tried the surf and turf burrito on a fresh, handmade tortilla, and the great amount of carne asada and well-balanced amount of shrimp, rice, and cabbage, as well as the creamy aioli sauce inside, made it one of the best surf and turf burritos I've had in San Diego. My only issue here was the shrimp were not seasoned enough they look boiled, not cooked in seasoning. The chicken fajitas were very good, well-seasoned and tasty, and the flavor of the onions and peppers, along with the fresh-made tortillas, made it a well-balanced fajita meal. We also had the Mexican protein bowl, which had carnitas, beans, rice, pico, sour cream, guacamole, and cheese on a bed of lettuce. Every meal consumed was 5/5 stars. Our server, Adria S., was a little slower than I wanted on refills, but my cup never went completely empty, and I believe that's why the soda cups are absolutely huge. Overall, Adria was a great server considering the rush. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If I had one complaint, it would be their dog policy. The establishment had dogs who were barking and shaking their fur around people's food. Luckily, they were far enough from me to not be directly experienced or affected, but it was still super annoying that this establishment would not have a separate area for people and their dogs. Pretty disgusting as far as I'm concerned, but overall a great experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Did not know what to expect, but they were the only establishment who could accommodate a party of eight at 6:30 in the evening, so we decided to go for it. I'm glad we did. This was a five out of five star location, as the tortillas were freshly made in a little booth around the corner. We could tell that this was going to be a great place to eat. We were not disappointed, except on the dog issue, definitely killing my 5 star rating for the otherwise enjoyable experience. RATING 4/5 stars.
My daughter and I stopped by this location, at Cafe Coyote (Old Town San Diego, California), on our first night in the area. We were looking for a fun restaurant that served Mexican food and this looked like the perfect spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This location is well-illuminated and it has excellent curb appeal, which I'm sure partially contributes to the high volume of customers who stop by here, both from tourists and from locals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So, in we went. Unfortunately, we arrived five minutes before they were closing, and I could see that they were starting to close the place down for the night. The host offered to seat us anyway, but I decided not to eat here because I did not want to feel rushed with the experience. My daughter and I decided to come back another day, earlier in the evening. For our second visit, we were seated almost immediately, even though the place was busy and we did not make a reservation in advance. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were originally seated indoors, but after five minutes of sitting there I could tell that the noise level was just too loud and that it would not have been enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We quickly decided to relocate and sit outside where the noise level was not quite so loud so that my daughter and I could have a nice conversation. It was also nicer outside because it happened to be a warm summer evening with a comfortable temperature and a slight breeze[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. After being seated, our waiter stopped by and introduced himself to us. His name was "Tony P." After eating several chips with salsa, which were delicious, we were ready to place our orders. I ordered the "Coyote Tacos," which are two crunchy tacos filled with your choice of shredded chicken or shredded beef. The tacos come topped with lettuce, cotija cheese and salsa fresca. I decided to get my tacos with beef, and my daughter ordered the same thing, but with chicken. The taco plates are served with rice and beans on the side. I ordered a Pepsi to drink with my meal, and my daughter ordered a mock-a-rita. Our waiter, Tony, was attentive, friendly, and professional throughout our experience. My meal was really delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you are in the area and you want to enjoy wonderful Mexican food in a fun atmosphere, you should definitely check this place out. It can be a bit loud due to the high volume of customers, but it will most likely be a pleasant and memorable experience[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].
[[HIGHLIGHT]]I will say the set up, decor and ambiance is what drew me in. Love the colorful flags, love the painted tiles everywhere and love how you see handmade tortillas made in the open.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I did get seating right away so that was nice. My server was alright, but it was quite a busy time so I'll give her the benefit of the doubt. Food unfortunately wasn't as tasty as I'd expected. The table salsa was very bland and tasted more like tomato sauce and the chips were average at best (you'd think if they have folks making handmade tortillas then their tortilla chips would taste authentic...nope). I ordered the birria taco plate and I was disappointed with the meat. Meat was wayyyyy too dry for birria and it didn't come with a side of consume. What?! Anytime, anywhere I've ordered birria tacos it ALWAYS comes with a side of consume. Smh. The saving grace of the food was, it tasted better as reheated leftovers the next morning for breakfast than when I was served them hot and fresh the day before as dinner. Honestly though maybe my expectations were too high. After all it's right in the middle of Old Town San Diego and the place is one of a dozen with Mexican restaurants in a couple blocks and crawling with tourists.
Cafe Coyote is a fun and vibrant place in Old Town San Diego. Extensive menu of delicious Mexican food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Large restaurant with outside and inside seating and different floors.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There's a lot going on but the servers make you feel like you are their only customer. Great experience with lively atmosphere and good food
I called someone and asked where I should eat, she said this location had okay food but I thought trying the highest reviewed item would be good. Rice, beans, and tacos (3) all underseasoned and my plate was $30. Good portion sizes, can't say I recommend the food from here though, I was disappointed. I'm not sure what the hype was in the other reviews. Good host, and I had absolutely wonderful service from Alejandro my waiter who was so attentive and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere was lovely. Some musicians came up and offered to play us a song while we were eating which added to the great ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]
I LOVE their homemade tortillas and to be honest all of their foods . Went with Pozole tonight and their XL bowl was more than enough. Fun time with a big party (40+) and a "good time was had by all"
This is a huge restaurant in Old Town. We decided to go here because it was across the street from the Whaley House and there was no wait. We were a big group of 8 that Saturday evening. The decor is very cute with lots of seating inside and outside on their central patio. We were seated right away and our waiter took all our orders. This is a very busy restaurant with staff bustling around everywhere. They have delicious freshly made flour tortillas so I always try to order a dish with them. The portions are generous so most dishes can be shared if you want to split a meal or take the leftovers home. Everyone was happy with the orders. The shrimps in my dish was so good! Not overcooked and fresh.
[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great ambiance & vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was friendly & efficient. The bathrooms could use some attention. My flautas were good. Beans & rice were just okay. The blended mango margarita was good but I've had better. My husband said his birria was good but not the best he's had. Overall, great experience.
This place is amazing! Such a huge restaurant! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is awesome![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But let's get to the food! I ordered a blended mango margarita which was delicious! I also ordered the Birria Plate which was really good (my moms is better lol) but what tied it all together was those freshly made tortillas de harina! I actually ordered some extra to finish my Birria! The consume was really tasty the salsa that it came with had a nice kick to it. Also had the beans with chorizo as appetizer . Overall I would so come back to this place when in the area!
I happened to walk by this place and noticed it was pretty busy with a fun atmosphere, so we decided to stop in and give it a try. Even though it was crowded, we got seated pretty quickly. The staff was friendly and welcoming. There were five of us, and four people in our group ordered the lobster because it looked really good on the menu. Each lobster plate was $69.95 and came with beans and rice on the side. Honestly, other than helping fill us up, the beans and rice weren't anything special. As for the lobster, I thought it was pretty small for the price. It was also a little dry, and I honestly didn't enjoy it very much. For almost $70, I feel like I could go to just about any Chinese seafood restaurant near where I live and get a bigger and better lobster meal than this. One of my friends ordered the Carne Asada Plate, which came with steak, beans, and rice. That plate was $24.95 and seemed decent for the price. I also ordered a cocktail, and that was actually one of the highlights for me. It was well made, tasted good, and felt worth the price. The restaurant is colorful and has a fun vibe that makes you feel like you're somewhere in Mexico. Since it's located right in Old Town San Diego, we chose to sit outside and watch people walk by while we ate. To be honest, I probably enjoyed the Old Town atmosphere more than the lobster.
Came here with a group of 17 people. We had made a reservation prior to coming and they were able to accommodate large groups. We saw multiple groups here watching FIFA games. They had live singers coming around and serenading tables. They put us in a room that was secluded so we were able to talk and hear each other well, though it did start to get warm. The hostess was sitting another party there but it was too warm for them and they relocated. The thermostat was reading 81 in the room we were in. We all ordered our food and it came quickly and pretty much at the same time. The non-alcoholic drink cups were a lot larger so it helped to not need refills as much. Water cups were a little smaller but they brought a pitcher that was left at the table so we could refill as needed. We ordered 2 pitchers of Cadillac margaritas and shared amongst the table which was great. Parking around the area could be a little tough during crowded times but a nice stroll around the downtown area is always nice. We strolled into a few shops after eating. Overall a good experience for a large party. Would come back here again.
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29 days ago
We ate from the a la carte and happy hour menu. All the food was delicious and the vibe was fun! Our server, Aide, was also very happy, smiley, helpful and appreciative. She was great!! We will be back for sure!! read more
26 days ago
Food is amazing, have been multiple times and every meal is outstanding. Service is also always great. Ana our server was very attentive as well as the manager. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the experience and scenery.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also, there are lots of nice little shops nearby to grab some jewelry/souvenirs/trinkets. read more
1 month ago
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One visit to Cafe Coyote and it's so easy to understand why this is a long running success!! The food was truly perfection - everything we ate had us remarking it was the best version we'd ever had at a restaurant. The food was fresh, flavorful, and tasted homemade. The freshly made tortillas were so crazy delicious! The drinks were strong and yummy. What made our visit extra special was our lovely server, Aide. She was so sweet to our boys, made the best recommendations, and felt like a longtime friend. What a wonderful human - we would absolutely request to be seated in her section again. We drove down from a day in Escondido and will definitely be back. read more
Tourists Will Be Happy. Locals Already Have Their Spot. I brought family here because they were visiting San Diego and wanted to experience Old Town. We arrived on Sunday, in the summer, around 5 pm and waiting time was five minutes. But ten minutes later, there was a long line. As a local, I knew we weren't eating the best Mexican food in the county-but we were also under time constraints. The fresh tortillas were as expected hotv right off the grill. Flour is best. Chips and salsa disappeared fast too. The entrees? Chicken enchilada combo red sauce, chicken enchilada combo green sauce & Chipotle La Crema camarones. As the local I had two bites. Beans and rice were dry and hard. My family enjoyed theirs and ate the rest for leftovers the following day. I wasn't impressed. On their behalf, nothing was bad; it just never reached the point where I'd think, "I need to come back." The service moved at the same pace as the kitchen, slow, and our server had just enough attitude to be noticeable. Were day outside and the cleanliness of the tables, chairs, gross asf dirty menus and trash under tables was not okay. I shouldn't have needed to ask for a different seating table with the side eye from the server. If you're visiting Old Town, good choice. Non-Mexican food experiencers will stop the blasphemy of saying Taco Bell is Mexican food. If you're a local desiring Mexican food, you probably already know where you're going instead. read more
10 days ago
First time here, looks amazing from the outside.. THE GRUB : We tried the surf and turf burrito on a fresh, handmade tortilla, and the great amount of carne asada and well-balanced amount of shrimp, rice, and cabbage, as well as the creamy aioli sauce inside, made it one of the best surf and turf burritos I've had in San Diego. My only issue here was the shrimp were not seasoned enough they look boiled, not cooked in seasoning. The chicken fajitas were very good, well-seasoned and tasty, and the flavor of the onions and peppers, along with the fresh-made tortillas, made it a well-balanced fajita meal. We also had the Mexican protein bowl, which had carnitas, beans, rice, pico, sour cream, guacamole, and cheese on a bed of lettuce. Every meal consumed was 5/5 stars. Our server, Adria S., was a little slower than I wanted on refills, but my cup never went completely empty, and I believe that's why the soda cups are absolutely huge. Overall, Adria was a great server considering the rush. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If I had one complaint, it would be their dog policy. The establishment had dogs who were barking and shaking their fur around people's food. Luckily, they were far enough from me to not be directly experienced or affected, but it was still super annoying that this establishment would not have a separate area for people and their dogs. Pretty disgusting as far as I'm concerned, but overall a great experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Did not know what to expect, but they were the only establishment who could accommodate a party of eight at 6:30 in the evening, so we decided to go for it. I'm glad we did. This was a five out of five star location, as the tortillas were freshly made in a little booth around the corner. We could tell that this was going to be a great place to eat. We were not disappointed, except on the dog issue, definitely killing my 5 star rating for the otherwise enjoyable experience. RATING 4/5 stars. read more
My daughter and I stopped by this location, at Cafe Coyote (Old Town San Diego, California), on our first night in the area. We were looking for a fun restaurant that served Mexican food and this looked like the perfect spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This location is well-illuminated and it has excellent curb appeal, which I'm sure partially contributes to the high volume of customers who stop by here, both from tourists and from locals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So, in we went. Unfortunately, we arrived five minutes before they were closing, and I could see that they were starting to close the place down for the night. The host offered to seat us anyway, but I decided not to eat here because I did not want to feel rushed with the experience. My daughter and I decided to come back another day, earlier in the evening. For our second visit, we were seated almost immediately, even though the place was busy and we did not make a reservation in advance. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were originally seated indoors, but after five minutes of sitting there I could tell that the noise level was just too loud and that it would not have been enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We quickly decided to relocate and sit outside where the noise level was not quite so loud so that my daughter and I could have a nice conversation. It was also nicer outside because it happened to be a warm summer evening with a comfortable temperature and a slight breeze[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. After being seated, our waiter stopped by and introduced himself to us. His name was "Tony P." After eating several chips with salsa, which were delicious, we were ready to place our orders. I ordered the "Coyote Tacos," which are two crunchy tacos filled with your choice of shredded chicken or shredded beef. The tacos come topped with lettuce, cotija cheese and salsa fresca. I decided to get my tacos with beef, and my daughter ordered the same thing, but with chicken. The taco plates are served with rice and beans on the side. I ordered a Pepsi to drink with my meal, and my daughter ordered a mock-a-rita. Our waiter, Tony, was attentive, friendly, and professional throughout our experience. My meal was really delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you are in the area and you want to enjoy wonderful Mexican food in a fun atmosphere, you should definitely check this place out. It can be a bit loud due to the high volume of customers, but it will most likely be a pleasant and memorable experience[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more
12 days ago
[[HIGHLIGHT]]I will say the set up, decor and ambiance is what drew me in. Love the colorful flags, love the painted tiles everywhere and love how you see handmade tortillas made in the open.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I did get seating right away so that was nice. My server was alright, but it was quite a busy time so I'll give her the benefit of the doubt. Food unfortunately wasn't as tasty as I'd expected. The table salsa was very bland and tasted more like tomato sauce and the chips were average at best (you'd think if they have folks making handmade tortillas then their tortilla chips would taste authentic...nope). I ordered the birria taco plate and I was disappointed with the meat. Meat was wayyyyy too dry for birria and it didn't come with a side of consume. What?! Anytime, anywhere I've ordered birria tacos it ALWAYS comes with a side of consume. Smh. The saving grace of the food was, it tasted better as reheated leftovers the next morning for breakfast than when I was served them hot and fresh the day before as dinner. Honestly though maybe my expectations were too high. After all it's right in the middle of Old Town San Diego and the place is one of a dozen with Mexican restaurants in a couple blocks and crawling with tourists. read more
Cafe Coyote is a fun and vibrant place in Old Town San Diego. Extensive menu of delicious Mexican food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Large restaurant with outside and inside seating and different floors.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There's a lot going on but the servers make you feel like you are their only customer. Great experience with lively atmosphere and good food read more
I called someone and asked where I should eat, she said this location had okay food but I thought trying the highest reviewed item would be good. Rice, beans, and tacos (3) all underseasoned and my plate was $30. Good portion sizes, can't say I recommend the food from here though, I was disappointed. I'm not sure what the hype was in the other reviews. Good host, and I had absolutely wonderful service from Alejandro my waiter who was so attentive and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere was lovely. Some musicians came up and offered to play us a song while we were eating which added to the great ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more
This is a huge restaurant in Old Town. We decided to go here because it was across the street from the Whaley House and there was no wait. We were a big group of 8 that Saturday evening. The decor is very cute with lots of seating inside and outside on their central patio. We were seated right away and our waiter took all our orders. This is a very busy restaurant with staff bustling around everywhere. They have delicious freshly made flour tortillas so I always try to order a dish with them. The portions are generous so most dishes can be shared if you want to split a meal or take the leftovers home. Everyone was happy with the orders. The shrimps in my dish was so good! Not overcooked and fresh. read more
[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great ambiance & vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was friendly & efficient. The bathrooms could use some attention. My flautas were good. Beans & rice were just okay. The blended mango margarita was good but I've had better. My husband said his birria was good but not the best he's had. Overall, great experience. read more
12 days ago
This place is amazing! Such a huge restaurant! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is awesome![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But let's get to the food! I ordered a blended mango margarita which was delicious! I also ordered the Birria Plate which was really good (my moms is better lol) but what tied it all together was those freshly made tortillas de harina! I actually ordered some extra to finish my Birria! The consume was really tasty the salsa that it came with had a nice kick to it. Also had the beans with chorizo as appetizer . Overall I would so come back to this place when in the area! read more
I happened to walk by this place and noticed it was pretty busy with a fun atmosphere, so we decided to stop in and give it a try. Even though it was crowded, we got seated pretty quickly. The staff was friendly and welcoming. There were five of us, and four people in our group ordered the lobster because it looked really good on the menu. Each lobster plate was $69.95 and came with beans and rice on the side. Honestly, other than helping fill us up, the beans and rice weren't anything special. As for the lobster, I thought it was pretty small for the price. It was also a little dry, and I honestly didn't enjoy it very much. For almost $70, I feel like I could go to just about any Chinese seafood restaurant near where I live and get a bigger and better lobster meal than this. One of my friends ordered the Carne Asada Plate, which came with steak, beans, and rice. That plate was $24.95 and seemed decent for the price. I also ordered a cocktail, and that was actually one of the highlights for me. It was well made, tasted good, and felt worth the price. The restaurant is colorful and has a fun vibe that makes you feel like you're somewhere in Mexico. Since it's located right in Old Town San Diego, we chose to sit outside and watch people walk by while we ate. To be honest, I probably enjoyed the Old Town atmosphere more than the lobster. read more
2 months ago
Came here with a group of 17 people. We had made a reservation prior to coming and they were able to accommodate large groups. We saw multiple groups here watching FIFA games. They had live singers coming around and serenading tables. They put us in a room that was secluded so we were able to talk and hear each other well, though it did start to get warm. The hostess was sitting another party there but it was too warm for them and they relocated. The thermostat was reading 81 in the room we were in. We all ordered our food and it came quickly and pretty much at the same time. The non-alcoholic drink cups were a lot larger so it helped to not need refills as much. Water cups were a little smaller but they brought a pitcher that was left at the table so we could refill as needed. We ordered 2 pitchers of Cadillac margaritas and shared amongst the table which was great. Parking around the area could be a little tough during crowded times but a nice stroll around the downtown area is always nice. We strolled into a few shops after eating. Overall a good experience for a large party. Would come back here again. read more
2 months ago
Cute spacious Mexican cantina in Old Town San Diego. Outdoor and indoor seating in themed rooms. Very cute decor. Our waitress was friendly and took good care of us. Complimentary chips and salsa are brought to the table. I had the tortilla soup and a cheese enchilada. The soup was very good, albeit slightly heavy broth, but a great smoky chile flavor. The enchilada was a little salty but again the red sauce had a great flavor. Everyone else enjoyed everything they ordered, and most of the items come with freshly made flour tortillas. read more
Okay guys it's definitely really touristy but sometimes that is what's FUN! We love taking people who come from out of town to walk around Old Town and this is just a great stop with a great vibe. The food may be not as typically authentic as other places in the same area but you get great photos, the bathrooms are easily accessible, and the food and drink is pretty good, and the vibe is just fun with music and ambiance! In terms of what to get, I especially LOVE the carnitas here and could eat them all day. They're super good. I also feel that even when this place is busy it's still pretty easy to get a spot and the service is fast and efficient. This last time we came we had such a sweet waiter named Lucy/Lucia who was so on the ball with us, even though it was a busy Saturday!! It made our experience so positive and I would come back in a heartbeat just to get served by her. We always have fun here and I love taking others here as well! read more
28 days ago
Small tortillas? Not bad but used to getting bigger tortillas flour. We had breakfast plates. Chorizo and beans/carnitas with eggs and chilaquiles. Chilaquiles were strips of tortilla and cheese not melted properly over the strips. Had scrambled eggs with beans and potatoes. Very touristy food, very little Mexican flavors...Jamaica was machine made...service was excellent as it should be. read more
A historic Mexican restaurant in Old town San Diego. The restaurant is huge offer multiple yummy dishes for family style. Their cocktail selection is great and of course I have to have a mojito when I was here. Crowded during dining hours, good to dine in big group. read more
15 days ago
Had a great breakfast on 7/20. Fianna provided great service and friendly 10! Tortilla ladies were nice and friendly! [[HIGHLIGHT]]My favorite place for breakfast and dinner at Cafe Coyote while in SD! Great Ambiance![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more
4 days ago
Food was okay- salsa wasn't spicy but we asked for a spicier one and mixed the two. The fresh tortillas were good. The shrimp and carne asada plate was good too. Not super authentic but that's expected with Mexican restaurant food. Nice mariachi too. Victor our server was excellent! Overall, probably better choice in the old town area. read more
Is in an excellent location right in the heart of Old Town, and the restaurant itself is massive. They even have a roped-off area for guests waiting to be seated, which gives you an idea of how busy the place can get. Surprisingly, we walked right up and were seated immediately, which was awesome considering we visited on a Saturday afternoon with perfect weather outside. One of the coolest parts was seeing the ladies outside making homemade tortillas right in front of everyone. You can even watch them from the street, which really adds to the experience and atmosphere. The service was great from start to finish. The food came out quickly, tasted delicious, and even the check came out fast. Honestly, they did a really impressive job considering how large the restaurant is and how many people were dining there at the time. Definitely a spot worth stopping at if you're visiting Old Town San Diego. read more
3 months ago
Cafe Coyote surprised me in the best way. I was a little skeptical at first, but the food ended up being really good. Located in Old Town San Diego, the restaurant has that classic traditional Mexican ambiance that really gives it a south of the border feel. Pricing was about what you'd expect - around $60 for two people including soft drinks. I had the El Rey plate with carne asada, green enchilada, and carnitas, while my lady had the veggie fajitas plate. Both meals came with beans and rice, portions were solid, and everything tasted fresh. The chips and salsa were a great start too :) Overall, really enjoyable experience and I'd definitely come back again! read more
1 month ago
I've been to San Diego plenty of times but have never eaten here. We've only bought fresh flour tortillas from them. This was our first time and the food was crazy good! There were six of us and we all ordered different items from enchiladas, to chile verde, pozole, tacos, and more. We all tasted each other's food and we really liked the food! Diego was our waiter and he was so kind! He took care of us despite our constant requests. I know our group can be a lot but he was super patient and kind towards us. Thank you Diego! We quickly got a table which is so nice! The whole environment is fun and festive! I would order everything again with the exception of the chicken enchilada. That's the only thing I didn't care for because of the chicken. But all other six dishes/sides were super good! We will definitely visit again! read more
My wife and I visited during Spring Break. It was pretty busy and the wait to be seated was about 10 mins. The ambience is kind of loud. The place itself is pretty big and they can accommodate large parties, although that may make the wait longer. The menu was pretty typical in what you'd see in a Mexican restaurant. They do make all their tortillas from scratch and you are able to see that being done at multiple stations throughout the restaurant. The food presentation was great. Where it was just lacking for me was on the flavor. read more
Had a great experience! The food came out super fast, and everything was delicious. I ordered the grilled tequila shrimp, and it was very flavorful and cooked perfectly. The drinks were just as good. I especially loved the coconut margarita from the margarita flight. It was so good! Great food, great drinks, and a great atmosphere and quick service. I'll definitely be back! read more
28 days ago
We make it a point to ALWAYS come to Coyote Cafe whenever we're in town, we're from LA. Today was extra special, we're celebrating our impulsive girls day and we ended it at coyote cafe with amazing service from our server Michelle! They were very attentive and friendly which is always the case here. On our way out, we were intreated in getting the newest iconic coyote cafe T-shirt since it was a FIFA World Cup one! The manager Trevor was so nice when we asked about them and brought some out to show us and ended up gifting us the shirts as well since we get a shirt literally every time we come. We probably have like 10 of these shirts by the way. During this interaction our daughter dropped her apple juice and the host Alyssa quickly came and brought her back a whole brand new one! We LOVE Coyote Cafe with our whole heart and we love recommending it to everyone we know, great food, great atmosphere and AMAZING MARGARITAS! We can't wait to come back again and again!! read more
8 days ago
The food was great. Service was trash by one of the employees !! we ended up having another server who was supposed to clock out her name was Maddie she was wonderful server. The restaurant is better off with letting go sorry employees like Hunter that can't handle the patrons coming in to eat and keep staff like Maddie that does a wonderful job with service!! read more
2 months ago
This is clearly a popular spot in San Diego and it gets packed quickly. It's great if you're looking for a lively, casual experience. I recommend sitting outside if the weather is nice. I ordered the chicken mole tacos and spicy watermelon margarita. Both were great, but unfortunately I had to wait a while for the food. I believe I actually waited an hour or more. It was definitely because it was their first day having the mole back on the menu and at first they weren't even sure they were serving it. I almost wish they would've been more transparent about the wait time so I could've chosen something else because I came in starving. Parking wasn't great for this location. There were a few surrounding lots, but they charged so much. I would still come back, but I would do a few things differently. read more
2 months ago
Pretty good Mexican food if you're in the mood for Seafood. The burrito was okay, my plate was great. It's a nice place in Old Town, parking is difficult so keep that in mind. We were seated right away as a group of 6. Would recommend!! read more
4 months ago
I've been here twice now and I can say the taste of the food stays consistent. Fresh handmade tortillas and delicious drinks. It gets really packed here and it's more of a fiesta vibe with mariachi walking around. It has an outdoor/ indoor setting so I could say the places appears pretty clean and is great for larger groups of people. Our server was Alicia and she was patient and on top of her game with our party of 8. I have only ordered the chicken chipotle flautas and I love them. Tonight I tried a house margarita and it didn't disappoint.. if ever in San Diego old town it is a must stop. read more
13 days ago
Great area this place is in, nice ambiance and beautiful outdoor seating, wasn't too hyped on the food but they have a great selection in Tequila. The staff was nice. The weather was perfect. There is alot of shops in the area to go to also. Was a nice experience, maybe next time I'll order more food. :) read more
2 days ago
This is a must when in San Diego. Don't let the long lines scare you.... They seat you quickly! The hand made tortillas are the best! Food was great, Margarita flight was perfect to share. Please get the tortillas, you will walk off the calories! This place is a gem and our go to every time we visit SD! read more
One of my favorite Mexican restaurants, anywhere. If you're in the SD area old town is worth checking out for breakfast and a stroll through the shops. The vibe is incredible given its old town energy. There's even a park down the street to sit at and enjoy a sunny SD day. The staff are also SUPER nice despite the busyness of the shift they're on. In house made tortillas are a MUST! read more
I loved everything about this place. I am already planning another visit when I am in San Diego this summer. Guess what? They take reservations! From what I could tell, the majority of the place is covered so even if you sit outside and it rains (just in case), you are covered. Again, most of the area. My hotel gave me a free appetizer of the restaurant's choice. Honestly, mine was just beans, which were great for dipping the tortilla chips. If you are staying in a hotel, check with them to see if they do the same. I had the margarita tray and I probably liked 4 of the 6 drinks. Yum! Honestly, and this is so silly, becasue we were going on a walking tour, i knew that I was not going to go back to the hotel so I just ordered (don't judge), flower tortillas (made fresh) frijoles. I felt that I was a little kid in the kitchen with my dad. That is all I needed. Seriously! The beans were that good that I didn't need anything else. The tortillas, also. Mariachis played for us and, again, it was as if my dad was there with us. Great time. Okay, moving on from my sappy stuff to something also important... The restrooms are a bit of a walk and are upstairs. If you cannot climb stairs, there is an elevator. Hopefully you will enjoy this place as much as I did! ........ ...... .. ..... read more
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2461 San Diego Ave
San Diego, CA 92110
Old Town
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Do you have lobster puerto Nuevo style ? If so how much?
Yes, we do best in Town! Puerto Nuevo Style Lobster…
Are dogs allowed?
Yes! We are dog friendly in our outdoor areas. We also have a dog menu 🐕
I'm planning a party for 50 people, you guys have place for this cane of party?
Yes they even offer separated rooms if needed
Planning to go for lunch but two people in our group use walkers and find it difficult to walk from the car into the restaurant. Is there close parking with handicap signs near the restaurant or valet parking available?
They have a free parking garage under the restaurant, as well as a few free spots on the right side of the restaurant. No valet but I'm sure you could pull up front and drop off with the hazards lights. Super friendly staff! Great food
Do they charge a service charge on top of the bill?
I still have my receipt from two weeks ago and it doesn't show a service charge. Just the tax. At the bottom it does indicate that 20% gratuity will be added to parties of 8 or more.
When is happy hour?
It's an extremely touristy restaurant in a very touristy area. The bar may have special prices on certain drinks, but it's just a place to take money from tourists.
What Vegetarian options do you have that don't contain lard or chicken broth in the beans, rice or tortillas?
This is a Mexican restaurant. What you're looking for is a vegan restaurant.
I see conflicting comments in the reviews. Can you buy the fresh tortillas by the dozen?
Sure can
Do you have Mariachis on Saturday for DINNER and specifically for June 11th, 2022? And do you take…
They do take Reservations, but sometimes it is hard getting through to them by calling. if you have under 6 people you can make reservations on their website.
What time do the Mariachis play on Sundays?
I generally go there on Saturdays or Sundays around brunch time ...the mariachis are there ...they are walking from table to table ...asking for permission to serenade you... And make your visit very special
Do they still have live mariachi bands there during covid time?
Yes they do and they still do pictures table side
Hi I never been here and trying to book a large group for girls' weekend. Is there good shops around this area and things to see? This is for a twenty something crowd. Any feedback is appreciated. Thank you
Yes there is the old hard rock which is now called zozo. There is a club their and like a pool party vibe at this hotel. However when covid19 was going on it was more of a chill relax vibe. Their is a drag show spot restaurant near by and a club…
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