I've been coming here for over 30 years. Amazing family owned place with great food. The best rolled tacos I've ever had. Now I live in Las Vegas but every time I visit San Diego, I always stop by for their rolled tacos. They haven't changed the recipe over the decades. read more

Never coming back here again. Look at the fries to meat ratio on my Cali Burrito. Bro, that's like 50% fries, 10% meat, and 40% beans. It's not worth $15 for this junk. The only reason this store didn't get a 1/5 was because they offered free sauces and carrots, you fill them up as much as you wanted. "How was the service?" Not good because when people came in and ordered after me, they got their foods before i even got mine!! It was me and my friend, we waited ~20 minutes just for a cali burrito and 3 fish tacos. It's even crazier that my friend had put a nice tip in the tip jar after we paid like dang that's CRAZY. I told him he should've dug his hands in there to take his money back from the tip jar because of that trash service LOL. read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

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Someone bought me a Cali burrito and I had to know where it came from. I got the name and address and went the next day. The salsa was insane-red salsa was perfection. Can't wait to walk the menu! read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Cali burrito. It's huge. One half is more than 1 meal! - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

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Ordered the papas lokas and was NOT disappointed at all. The service was great, ambiance was great as well. The food was absolutely delicious and if I could give a higher rating than 5 stars, I absolutely would. Authentic cozy spot for some very well made mexican food. Highly highly highly recommend. read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Papas lokas - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

We arrived at El Cotixan for lunch. They have a huge menu with a variety of different items. My mom ordered the special#13 combo which is 3 rolled tacos with rice and beans, including a can of soda. I ordered a half order of carne asada fries. My mom says she really loved her rolled tacos. The rice and beans were very authentic and delicious. My carne asada fries were pretty good. The fries were a little too greasy for my liking but overall it pretty good. For the price, you do get alot of food. I wish they had fountain drinks instead of cans of soda. I will say they had great customer service, they were friendly and very helpful. There was alot of booths on the inside to sit down. The booth may be too small for some people. I would definitely come back again if in the area. read more

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This restaurant exceeded my expectations. The carne asada fries we ordered were served with beans, and I chose to substitute American guacamole. The dish was outstanding they also offered carrots which a lot of other establishments charge but they had it out with the rest of the salsa . I hope they receive a high volume of customers, as the establishment was empty upon our arrival. i read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Salsa bar - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

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Best Conga Burritos. (Asada, rice, beans)! Always a hit, never disappoints! Family owned, very kind!

The food was amazing really good I enjoyed it a lot, they were really sweet and kind, they have been working there for over 20 years and service was amazing as well, Ambiance was just on point I would absolutely come back everyday if I could. read more

I live this place and I used to come here with coworker for breakfast or lunch or even for dinner with my bf. I love Marcos , he is cool! Always get my order right. Everything I've eaten here is delicious from the roll tacos to the camarones al la diabla. My favorite to call in from work was bean and cheese with bacon and grilled onions and jalapeños. Yummo read more

I've been eating here since I was a little girl. The food is yummy with a perfect price point! They have salsa bar and free spicy pickled carrots & jalapeños. The staff is always friendly. This is a great local family owned restaurant!! The dining area is small (more of a taco shop vibe). They can only seat 16 and have 4 booths that fit 4 adults. The restaurant is always clean. We are obsessed with the creamy "American guac" but the traditional guacamole is also great! read more

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The peeps who gave less than 5 stars don't know taco shops. I was born in this town in 1960, and I've been eating at local taco shops my entire life. This place is perfect. The food, the service, everything. The sauce is excellent and it's several flavors, serve yourself--complimentary carrots, too. If you're not giving this place 5 stars, you just don't like San Diego local taco shops. read more

Stumble upon this place by accident and I'm so glad I did. A very tiny mom/pop shop, super quick service, nice workers, fresh salsa bar and fairly clean. Dated but definitely clean which I appreciate so very much. i ordered a carne asada fries to share with a friend and it was more than enough for two people. Very generous portion, I'd love to come back and try for different items on the menu. read more

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Food is authentic Mexican food, salsa is delicious, and service is fast. Great prices for fast food!!

Lately we've been getting the carne asada nachos from El Cotixan for Becky's bowling nights. This giant plate of chips covered in all the goodness feeds Becky's entire team and those of us who aren't on the team. It's a little over 10 bucks and it is delicious! Lots of excellent carne and shredded cheese, guac, sour cream, these have it all! Get some! read more

This is my favorite taco shop in San Diego. The salsas they have a fire! Spicy and seasoned well just like their food. 10/10 recommend

I love carne asada burrito! Whenever I am in the area this is my go to place to grab something to eat. My preferred meal is the carne asada burrito. Once in a while I will change it up and get a fish burrito. They have a good salsa bar and be warned that the hot sauce is really hot. I like this place for the price and you don't have to wait too long for your order. read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Carne asada burrito - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

My Fave Burrito Place! A quick wait will guarantee you an awesome meal! It's my favorite fast food mexican restaurant, and it's tucked away in a little strip mall. They're always courteous and the food is top notch and fresh. Give it a try if you're around the area; you won't be disappointed! Check out the photos; the burritos are stuffed with steak! Yummy! read more

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This is my favorite Mexican food spot of all time, any city, doesn't matter. Their salsa is supreme. The best of the best. Period.

I really like the food from this restaurant. I eat it once a week . I also love the red hot sauce .The portions are good, the prices are good and the service is good. I will keep coming back in god's will of course read more

I used to come here with my family whenever we traveled to Mexicali and come eat before going back on the road. Was coming back from Glamis, I was craving good Mexican food and this restaurant come up on my suggestion. We went inside, looked at the menu saw the reviews on the Burritos, tacos, Tortas and Asada fries. A lot of the food choices looked so good. It was a hard choice to decide, so I went with the carne asada with abodada and added chipotle salsa with it. My Dad ordered a Menudo with a side of refried beans and chips. The refried beans were so good and tasty with a side of chips. The chips were made freshly hot. And very crunchy. Service is excellent, the cashier gives you great hospitality with that sense of home vibe. Definitely I want to come back again to try more of their food!! read more

Usually come here all the time for lunch but any time after a damn disappointment! Burritos full of fries and no meat! Damn rip off for 13$! A burrito! Stop selling fries burritos where is the meat! read more

El Cotixan Mexican - "Surf n turf" more like surf on a tsunami of fries ! - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

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I have been here more times than I have actually checked in on here so not too sure what's up with that but what I can say is every time I come here I crack up at the cook(s), the singing, joking and friendliness of the staff makes it a more so down home place. The beans are always on point. Such comfort food that sticks to the ribs but reminds me of so good ol home cooking. The rice is always fluffy and flavorful. The beef rolled tacos are a staple item I get as I get the crunch, some beef and can add more fixings like cilantro, onions and hot sauce with or without pico in it on the top. They pack a lot of lettuce cheese and their guacamole which is more so American guacamole but still good. They are not skimpy. I read others reviews but can't say much about anything else other than the rolled tacos and breakfast burrito are legit with beans added. Used to work in this area and we'd get our breakfast to go after calling it in. The salsa bar is on point but the reds are spicy!!!! The place is always clean and service is quick. Tasty tasty tasty meal today 06/22/2019 read more

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Beware!! Food is old and whatever. The main reason I'm leaving this post is if you use your card they will adjust your total and charge you an extra dollar on to your card. So shady. They did it to me and my co worker. read more

Best breakfast Burrito I've ever tried ! Very clean and also provide a good amount for the price . Will be back . read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

My new favorite place for the Carne Asada Burrito. Also. Shrimp burritos are awesome. Great attitude and service. Friendly and fast. Love this place. read more

They are so friendly and mom and grandma are behind the counter cooking. I love going to El cajon because i can stop in here for my fave. read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Best chicken rolled tacos! - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

Best breakfast burrito in San Diego! Amazing and friendly service! Very clean atmosphere! read more

I had a very good shredded beef taco combo with rice and re-fried beans for only $5.80. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/SgU3ANFe6VuaOZpiO9IEgA?select=Xom5QC_CAWKrmp5ZCjYnWQ#-PWe0TxXoxqsKMfY7iGtaw) The beef tacos were tasty. The shell was nice and crispy and not over oily. The beef inside was good, but I just wish they would of put more beef in the tacos. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/SgU3ANFe6VuaOZpiO9IEgA?select=Xom5QC_CAWKrmp5ZCjYnWQ#ZB3hG6oTi7bqspaiqmFDUw) All the lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese were fresh and tasted good. With the combo, they serve you a heaping pile of rice and beans. The rice was not your traditional orange Mexican rice but yellow. It was well prepare, nice and fluffy with good separation. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/SgU3ANFe6VuaOZpiO9IEgA?select=Xom5QC_CAWKrmp5ZCjYnWQ#_JhCUdJL8DTjYED55XcE-A) The beans were good and were served with a sprinkle of shredded Monterrey Jack and cheddar cheese. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/SgU3ANFe6VuaOZpiO9IEgA?select=Xom5QC_CAWKrmp5ZCjYnWQ#Xom5QC_CAWKrmp5ZCjYnWQ) The people who work here were really friendly. The salsa bar was a little messy from the early lunch rush of the day, but the salsas were mostly filled. I tried the medium red and the green salsa on my tacos. Both were very good. read more

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Got food for the family. Brought it home and was not happy at all by the presentation or taste. I haven't been here in a long time and thought i'ld give it a shot. Won't be going back. Way too many taco shops in the area to eat tasteless food with old guac. To be honest the guac would have been a bit fresher if I ate it there but still should not have turned so quick. Best thing was the spicy tomatillo salsa. read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

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I bought a Suft n Turf burrito a few nights ago and it was the worst burrito I've ever had! I counted 4 shrimp total and had more fries than meat. I had to remove fries because it was just an overkill. It was some what dry also. 12$ for frozen fries with some some meat and a couple of shrimp is way too much. read more

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The food there is always delicious and it's not too hot when I get home and the service there is A1 the ambience that have a beautiful photographs on the wall of the history and culture read more

This is standard average taco shop. It's clean, not the most modern, and has a decent menu. Staff is nice and the food came out quick. I only got a breakfast burrito, which has eggs, beans, and cheese. It was served very hot, to the point where you can't eat it immediately. Portion was fine and can fill you. The salsas were okay, the green one was pretty garlic inspired. read more

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Great food, huge portions, great prices. I ordered the chimichanga special number 5. It came with rice, beans, and a canned soda. Will definitely be coming back here again. read more

El Cotixan Mexican - Mexican Near Me - El Cajon, California

I have been eating here for 25+years and have always enjoyed the food and service. It's a top taco shop. read more

Today starving bought the carnitas plate. It had no meat!!!!! All giant cuts of fat. Omg it's insane how businesses wonder where the business went. Dont go here unless u want no meat just pure gelatinous fat. F u read more

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Food was great fresh made and lettuce and tomatoes were nice and crispy Wish this place was by my house

This was our place to get fish burritos back in college. Whenever we visit SD, I bring my family back for a little nostalgia. Big portions, yummy food. read more

The food and service here are both great! We don't go too often but when we do we try something new each time and have not been disappointed at all read more

Oh man....worst excuse of flan that I've ever had. It tastes like it's made from one of those jello packets and then left out to get super dry. The quesabirria was inedible. Hands down the worst quesabirria I've ever tried. The cinnamon they put in it is extremely overwhelming. The tortilla is not good and all together it was just bad. Didn't even try the consume. The carne asada nachos had a lot of flavor but the meat specifically was cold and had an after taste like it was old. One star was added though because the chips. would be pretty good without the meat, the chips themselves were crunchy and good and the salsa almost tasted like a spicy ketchup, a little sweet and was surprisingly delicious. read more

Coworker of mine wanted to go here for their Carne Burrito and 3 rolled taco special. I was craving a Surf & Turf Burrito. We place a phone order and picked our order up quickly. Service was friendly. The Carne was seasoned and cooked really well, the shrimp was bland as was the rest of my burrito. It was dry and only consisted of carne, shrimp and fries. That was it! I would not recommend the Surf & Turf but would likely go back and try Carne tacos or burrito. read more

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