Was in the area and started craving tamales. Drove to this shop and I left with not only two…read moredelicious pork tamales (they were sold out of everything else which is a good sign!), but the most delicious queso torta I think I've ever had. And I don't say that lightly. I was not expecting to take a bite out of this hot cheesy goodness while driving, but I did because I was starving and OMG. The flavor profile sent me into orbit. I would've pulled over to devour the rest of the torta if I hadn't already got on the freeway. So as soon as I hit my exit, I pulled over and ate the whole freakin thing on the side of the road. It did not make it home. So how did I order this exact torta? Well to start, I wasn't craving any meat in my torta. So I let them know that. They seem confused at first because usually you order some kind of meat inside. But I only wanted cheese in the toasty bread. So the sweetest chef from the back came out and asked me do I want ALL the cheeses. I was like, oh that's an option? Then heck yes please. He then came back out: you want any fixings to go with that? And he started listing off all these extra toppings, and I was like, oh wow ok, yes all of those too. Turns out that means picked jalapeños, onions, avocado, pineapple bits, tomato, etc. and he toasted that baby up as if it were my last meal on earth. It was so fresh and buttery, and the flavors worked so well together. It was a healing, melty delight. And they had a 1970's Mexican Bollywood-type dance movie on that was such a bop while I was waiting. It was so wholesome. Please do yourself a favor and don't just get their tamales. You must try their tortas. I highly recommend this place if you're in the area, mi gente!

Tamales Escondido has authentic, fresh tamales and consistent service. They sell out quickly, so…read morearrive early if you want the best selection. They offer a variety of traditional tamales including shredded beef, chicken, pork, cheese, vegan options, and even dessert/sweet ones like strawberry, pineapple, and pumpkin. The sweet ones are fun to try and share, but the traditional ones are always my favorite. The street parking can be a bit tight on the busy street, so I recommend using the small lots behind the shop and walking through the walkway to the storefront, it makes things much easier. I discovered this on my second visit. Also, during the holiday season their hours and available tamale flavors can change, call or check online first instead of relying on Yelp hours, which weren't up to date. It happens. There's not much to the shop, but you can sit and enjoy a tamale. They are pipping hot at purchase. There are a few tables and chairs. Also, there are other options, but I've only tried the tamales.

I came across this yummy food truck while at Brick N Barn antique show one weekend. They serve…read moredelicious Mexican food. My son has been asking to find their truck since. We had the adobado taco and quesabarria with side of stew, different and absolutely delicious!! Must try!

I'd give this food truck a 3.5 if I could. The guy was nice and hard working but the food took…read moreforever and some of my order was wrong. Tacos and enchiladas were great. Nachos were sad. It was like Costco chips and Que Bueno. Corn was ok. Cute truck and lots of menu choices.

Best Mexican food in VC and their spicy red salsa is the bomb. Good daily specials and $2 tacos on…read moreTuesday.

Best Mexican food I've had in a long time. The hash brown burrito is awesome. I always add beans…read moreand rice to mine. The chili Verde. It's exit. I like to get one or two scrambled eggs with my chili Verde and I make a burrito using the meat, eggs, rice, and beans. I eat here almost every other day. Highly recommended.

I got the mulita and a couple tacos and they were delicious. They were pretty greasy, but this made…read morethem taste really good too. We got a super spicey habeñero sauce that had a really good flavor and plenty of heat! There was a tent setup by the truck that kept us out of the sun. This truck was out of the way for us while we were visiting Escondido, but we would go out of the way again to stop by this food truck. We just found it online by looking for good tacos trucks, and this place deserves 5 stars.

Got the California Burrito, very good. Got a watermelon…read morefrescas, yum. Great food truck, will be back

I've been wanting to find an occasion to try Taqueria Morelos for some time now. I invited a good…read morefriend for lunch because he was dropping me off at the car rental next door. Taqueria Morelos is in a small business property shared with a local alterations shop next door. The parking lot is small, however, some patrons were parking in the adjacent store parking lot (good idea to remember). The restaurant was warm and friendly with a large dining room as well as an outdoor covered patio with tables and chairs. The menu was simple and with the usual Mexican style entrees. The entrees were generous and came out hot and delicious. My friend had the carne asada plate while I had the chile rellano plate. Both tasty. The carne asada was well done and a little dry, like jerky. But, with the beans rice and salsa, it was good. The waitress was very friendly and helpful and made sure that we were enjoying our meal. Definitely a return visit call!!! I want to try the seafood dishes.

Stopped by today after my baseball game and ordered the Carne Asada tacos with a Jarritos Mandarin…read moresoda. The Carne Asada was excellent, and the service was good. I will definitely be back.

Fantastic Find: Cocina de Ledezma…read more After a hike, I was on the hunt for some great local Mexican food and found La Cocina de Ledezma--what a gem! The food was incredible and tasted fresh. I tried three different tacos and a Quesabirria, each packed with great flavor. Their birria was especially impressive--it's hard to find good birria! To top it off, there's a coffee cart across the lot with refreshing drinks. I had a Lotus energy drink, and my girl had a spritzer--both hit the spot after a long day outdoors. The service was as amazing as the food. The brother at the register was super friendly, sharing how they prepare everything with care, and his sister in the truck was incredibly sweet and courteous. The two girls at the coffee cart were also lovely and added to the welcoming atmosphere. Though I live far, I'll definitely be coming back. If you're in the area, I highly recommend stopping by for delicious food and great service.

Food was delicious and the service was excellent! We got a few birria tacos and the pamboza. All…read morewere delicious and filling. There are tables there to eat, but we took it home. Look for the flags directly after the rite aid. You go up a small hill and it's to the left. The person taking our order was so nice when taking our order. We asked more questions than most and he never seemed bothered. More happy to answer everything about the food. Mentioned it was a family business and they are there every Saturday and Sunday! We will definitely be back!

I checked out Mexico Lindo on South Juniper Street in Escondido recently and was really impressed!…read moreFirst from the outside, such a beautiful tree lined sidewalk and nostalgic façade. There is also parking and an entrance in the rear. This family run establishment could not have been more homey and comforting. Very old-school plastic covered, vibrant Mexican tablecloths, tables dotted with crusty bottles of hot sauce and so forth. The place is really a throwback to a bygone era in dining. Worthwhile visiting just for the vibe. The service itself was outstanding. Warm, friendly, welcoming, and personable. I felt like part of la familia the whole time. The menu here features many of the Mexican restaurant basics like enchiladas, burritos, tacos, seafood, etc. I ordered the enchiladas, one cheese and one chicken. Both come smothered with their delicious, richly flavored mole sauce. Topped with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and crema. Such an excellent dish despite the enchiladas being rather conservatively filled. Not sure if they have chips & salsa service here but I wasn't offered any. My Modelo Especial was served in a bottle, nicely chilled with a side of lime wedges. I look forward to visiting again soon. Highly recommended if you haven't been.

Food was mid, but the prices made it even worse. Unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend this place…read more This is probably some of the worst Mexican food I've had in Escondido, and I've eaten Mexican food from many different parts of Mexico and the U.S. The meat had way too much fat and also had a strange, almost fishy taste. The rice was hard, and overall the food just didn't taste very authentic to me. I'm not someone who normally leaves bad reviews, but I think honest feedback is important if a business wants to improve. The price also shocked me. We got 6 small tacos, 4 Jarritos, 1 aguachile, and a side of rice, and the total came out to $71.01. I don't mind paying higher prices if the food is really good, but unfortunately the quality didn't match the price at all. Tacos said $3.60 on the wall Not sure the price for the aguachile but the plate was small, I'm surprised the price was that high usually you don't have to spend almost $100 for Mexican food for 2 people Hopefully they take the feedback seriously and improve, because at these prices, the food needs to be much better. Building was hot in the inside service was good that's why I didn't wanna give a bad review but as a business owner myself honest feedback helps a lot

My daughter's boyfriend brought this back for us when he came over for lunch. WOW! The Caldo de…read morePolla was absolutely delightful, with generous chunks of avocado, flavorful rice, and bits of onion, all blending beautifully with tender chicken, in a richly flavored broth that's simply amazing. It's all that I can think about. The perfect balance of spice and flavor has left me feeling uplifted and eager for more - this soup is truly transformative. Highly recommend! Didn't have time to take pictures

Lourdes is truly a gem. Their chicken soup is absolutely divine--rich, flavorful, and consistently…read moreamazing every single time. It's the ultimate comfort food, especially on a chilly day or when you're not feeling well. Truly a 10/10. We often order through DoorDash, and they always do an excellent job packaging everything so it arrives hot, fresh, and spill-free, which I really appreciate. Beyond the soup, we've also ordered the taquitos, burritos, and quesadillas, and all of them are delicious--but the chicken soup is hands-down the star of the show. I cannot recommend Lourdes enough. If you're looking for comforting, high-quality food that never disappoints, this is the place.