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    Jilberto's Taco Shop

    3.5 (111 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Breakfast burrito
    Vanessa C.

    I don't know why it's taken me so long to write a review for this place because they've been my go to for a long time already. Never disappointed by the food. The salsa bar is great. My favorite thing to order is the breakfast burrito with ham, sausage and bacon. Today I had another one and it was the best one yet! Perfect with the chunky red salsa but both greens are good too. They also do rolled tacos with carne asada on top! Excellent! And their quesadillas with whatever protein you like are decently priced and delicious. Thanks Jilly's!

    Bacon-ham BKFS B.

    Best breakfast burritos in Escondido. Super quick morning service got a bunch of salsa, guy was pretty nice. Salsa verde is mild but pretty good.

    Beef Soup (caldo de res )
    Choi R.

    Their beef soup, or caldo de res, is one of my favorites. There's no A/C, so I usually just take it to go and eat at home. That's the only downside

    FOUND A PIECE OF PLASTIC IN FRIES!!! Unacceptable, never getting my business again!! Crazy thing is, it looks like beef from afar!!

    Jilberto's on West Valley Pkwy is so good. I came yesterday and had the Super Carne Asada Nachos.

    Jilberto's on West Valley Pkwy is so good. I came yesterday and had the Super Carne Asada Nachos and they are so delicious. I came yesterday and had Carne Asada Fries! Both days with a Large Horchata! You have to come check them out.

    Enchiladas
    Marcus F.

    Upgrade 2022.. A consistent taco shop that's generious with their portions and their salsas. In a world where corporate Mexican restaurants like El Pollo Loco no longer have salsa bars, Jilberto's has one of the freshest. It's probably why this place is so busy. Burritos and other items have always hit the spot. - Everyone leaves with 5 or 6 salsa containers. - If you look into their kitchen you can see them boiling fresh tomatillos for their green salsa.

    Nasty bathroom ponganse a lumpiar marranos
    Omar G.

    The food is great but the bathrooms are freaking disgusting! Straight up and no toilet paper for my little girl nasty loon at pics

    A menu board inside
    CritDicks ..

    Stopped in for a super quick breakfast burrito. Our order was taken quickly and service was swift. Don't really know anything about the environment in the area, as we quickly turned around and got back on the road. Burrito was just as average as any other taco shop. Nothing to report here. Dicks

    Alex D.

    Accessibility: there is no accessible parking in this lot. The only nearby accessible parking is technically part of the parking lot shared with the drive-thru Starbucks. Other than this, there should be more accessible parking made and more ramps up to the sidewalk. This parking lot is very busy on the weekends so parking might be a challenge if you need extra space. The door to enter the building is a pull door but was left propped open on a Saturday night. They do also have a bathroom inside. Experience: wow! This place is amazing. I came in, it was very well lit inside and looked clean with plenty of tables for seating inside and outside. I ordered Carne Asada Fries for $10.99 and they are AMAZING. They were hot, freshly made, and taste delicious! 5 stars, definitely recommend. Masks: the employees were wearing masks and so were all the guests who came in.

    Inside
    Marco F.

    Food is always good and very fairly priced for the quantity of food they give you. Service is as best it can be with it always being packed. My go-to's are the cabeza fries and bacon breakfast burritos. Would definitely recommend.

    Kay M.

    Everything was pretty savory. Pricing, speed ok. Tacos were good. The benches outside are nice to eat and relax in.

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    Finally found a local taco shop that has an outstanding carne asada burrito. Now, this is my go to place for this!

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    authentic mexican fast food, friendly service, a chill environment with telenovelas in the background.

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    Great burritos and love there service and the food is great I love how there side bar is so clean and easy to grave the salsa

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    Would not recommend! I ordered a California burrito. It barely had fries, no pico, and the meat was off.

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    Dry @ss california burritos either no sour cream or guac. with soggy fries as well. last place to go for cali burritos

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    2 years ago

    The breakfast burritos are my kids' favorite and their tacos are yummy but mostly you get a lot for the price you pay.

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    Sayulitas Mexican Food - When the burrito is so heavy, it dents the styrofoam!!

    Sayulitas Mexican Food

    4.0(379 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    We ordered the shrimp burrito and the bolt fries. We honestly didn't know what we were getting…read moreourselves into cause the sizes of these entrees were HUGE. The shrimp burrito was enough to honestly feed two people. The fries alone were enough to feed 3. There was only two of us to tackle these orders. That being said, you definitely get what you pay for. Sayulitas offers great value for the price. Our total came out to about $42 for all the food. They give a slight discount if you pay in cash. The bolt fries had curly fries, longanisa, guac, cheese and sour cream. Those were my favorite. The flavors blended well together. The shrimp burrito was ok. The rice was hard and old so it was difficult to eat. I would probably recommend skipping the burrito, hence the 4/5. There is plenty of seating in the restaurant, and there is plenty of parking in a shared lot with other businesses. This spot is great for munchies.

    This place when I moved to San Marcos would have been 5 stars a couple years ago. Was my go to…read moreprobably weekly for a long time. Customer service to this day is great, nice people. I'm not sure what changed in the kitchen but I pretty bummed on the last 5 times I've gone. I get the California every time I go and add guac for reference, I'm a simple guy. Under-seasoned meat or not enough meat, soggy or dry/stale fries, light on guacamole when added sometimes, missing cheese. The consistency has been really off unfortunately for a pretty simple burrito. My last time I went I ordered the usual California burrito no sour cream add guac, got the burrito and it had sour cream and guac.... But no meat???? It was a big tortilla with sour cream and guacamole only in it lol. I laughed at the mix up and the customer service was great getting a refund (didn't request it they just gave it to me) and replacement burrito. Still decided it was my last time going there after that as even the replacement tasted like the meat had no seasoning on it. Writing this review to hope they turn things around some time in the future, I miss coming here but can't justify spending that much $ for a burrito I'm worried to be bummed about....again.

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    Big burrito!!

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    Esperanza's Tortilleria - Carne Asada Burrito

    Esperanza's Tortilleria

    4.3(104 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Hands down the most delicious and authentic handmade tortillas in all of San Diego County. They…read moredon't use lard and they have resealable packaging to keep them fresh for longer. I won't buy tortillas from anywhere else. Any other tortillas are garbage in my opinion, ruining the meal. The experience coming into this cute little shop is very welcoming and quick, I never have to wait, and there is always parking. This is a very well-oiled machine that has never once disappointed me. There's almost always security outside which brings peace of mind that the employees and factory workers are well looked after, a safe place to work and to shop for basic essentials in addition to their amazing tortillas such as ripe avocados and other produce, hot sauces, dry rice and beans, sweet treats and pastries, a beverage cooler, and I hear their prepared food is good, too.

    As someone who works in the area I always pass by this tortilleria and was looking forward to…read moretrying one of their burritos. As soon as I stepped foot in the store a woman steps in front of me and says I can't come in with my scooter. I immediately walked out and took my business to Farmer Boys where they don't mind if you walk in with a scooter. Imagine turning away a potential long time customer because of some weird store policy. Pushing a scooter is the equivalent of pushing a stroller and I guarantee they don't kick out people that may come in with strollers. Guess I'll never know if their food is any good, but judging by the attitude I got at the front door it isn't.

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    Mi Rancho Market - Asada by the pound

    Mi Rancho Market

    4.4(264 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    The food is great and at a great price as well. Love the rice that comes in the burritos.read more

    I'm giving this place 3 stars for now because my first experience was genuinely great, but my…read moresecond visit was disappointing enough that I almost rated it 2 stars. The first time I visited a few weeks ago, I had a really positive experience. The location was a little hard for me to find, but once I got there, it seemed worth it. I walked in craving a breakfast burrito and was helped by a very nice, slender gentleman at the counter. I asked for a ham, bacon, and sausage breakfast burrito and also requested that it be cut in half. He was friendly, said no problem, and within minutes I had exactly what I ordered. That burrito was delicious. The salsa station was stocked and convenient with self-serve cups readily available, and the atmosphere was nice. The people around me were friendly, and one gentleman even mentioned this was the place that used to be near Peterson's Donuts. Overall, it was a great first impression and I left happy, already planning to come back. Fast forward to today, Saturday, April 25, 2026 around 10:30 AM, and unfortunately, my second experience was the complete opposite. This time there was a young woman working the register, and from the moment I approached, she didn't seem very welcoming. I told her I wanted to order a breakfast burrito but wasn't sure what kind I wanted today. She told me the only options were bacon, egg, cheese and tater tots, or egg and cheese. I politely asked if I could add ham and sausage and pay extra, since that's what I had ordered before. She immediately responded that they "didn't have that type of breakfast burrito." That response confused me because I had literally ordered one there before. I wasn't going to argue, especially because her tone and attitude made me feel like I was bothering her just by asking questions. I then asked if the burrito could be cut in half and never really got a clear response. I also noticed the salsa station no longer had the little self-serve cups available, so I had to ask for those too. The same cashier asked how many I needed, and I said two. A few minutes later, another woman called my name and handed me the burrito. I sat down and realized it wasn't cut in half like I requested. At that point, I had to go back up and ask for a plastic knife and fork just to cut it myself. Which was not a problem or issue for me. I ate half of the burrito, but honestly, it wasn't nearly as good as the first one. The taste was underwhelming, and by the time I left I was just so disappointed. I ended up throwing the other half away after I left. Consistency matters, especially when the first experience set the bar high. The food was great the first time, but the service and quality were lacking the second time around. My honest opinion: if someone is having a bad day, they probably shouldn't be the first face customers interact with at the register. I may update this review depending on how management responds, because I know this place can do better based on my first visit.

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    Mi Rancho Market - Carnitas with creamy mild green salsa, Adobado in the middle with no salsa needed, and Asasda with hot chile, which it needed.

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    Mi Guadalajara - Burrito Loco

    Mi Guadalajara

    3.6(717 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    I've been to Mi Guadalajara in Escondido a handful of times now, and my wife and I keep coming back…read morebecause, overall, it's a solid spot for Mexican food in North County San Diego. It's got that classic, welcoming family-owned vibe that's been around since the '80s, and we always leave feeling satisfied--even if it's not always perfect. The interior is pretty cool and distinctive. Think big, spacious dining areas with vibrant traditional Mexican decor: colorful murals on the walls (some really elaborate ones that give it almost a resort-like feel), solid wood furniture, chandeliers, and that open, multi-level layout that makes it feel grand without being stuffy. It's large enough that even on busier nights, you rarely have to wait long for a table, which is a huge plus. Service is one of the consistent highlights here. The staff is friendly, quick, and chatty in the best way--they remember little things, keep the chips and salsa flowing, and make you feel like regulars even if it's just your third or fourth visit. No complaints there; it's fast, accurate, and genuinely warm. Now, the food: it's always fresh, which I really appreciate--no skimping on ingredients or anything that tastes like it's been sitting around. Portions are generous, and when it's on point, it's really good. We've had some great meals here that make us think, "Yep, this is why we come back." But I'll be honest--there's some inconsistency from visit to visit. The flavors don't always match what I remember from previous times. Sometimes the seasoning is spot-on and bold; other times, it's dialed way back. Our most recent dinner was a perfect example of that. I ordered the chicken enchiladas, hoping for that rich, comforting flavor, but they came out pretty mild--almost under-seasoned, lacking that punch I was craving. The rice on the side was a bit tough and dry, like it had overcooked or sat too long, which made it harder to enjoy. It wasn't terrible by any means (nothing was inedible, and the rest of the plate was fine), but it just didn't hit the high notes we've gotten before. It's frustrating because we've had better enchiladas and fluffier rice here on other trips. That said, the inconsistency hasn't been bad enough to turn us off. The highs are high enough, the atmosphere is enjoyable, the service is great, and it's a reliable option when we're in the mood for Mexican without venturing too far. My wife and I still enjoy it and will definitely be back--we're hoping the next visit brings back that memorable flavor we love. If you're in the Escondido area and want a big, festive Mexican spot with friendly people and usually tasty food, give Mi Guadalajara a try. It's worth checking out!

    Gave this place a second try during happy hour and didn't change my mind…read more Service was decent. We were at the bar area this time. Again liked the decor, they need to curate it down a little. Music and better lighting would elevate it so much. We got two different menus and got confused but apparently one was the old menu. Drinks... 6/10. My mangoneada needed more mango and tajin, it needed more flavor. My friends thought their drinks were also just ok as well. One had to ask for more hot sauce for her michelada, they only had tapatío. She said it was bland. Foods also just ok. The birria tacos were the best part, def would order again. Tortilla didn't split, good portion and the consomé was good. Cheese dip tasted like velveta. Nachos with beef were decent. Fried ice cream was not good. I've had this dish many times and it was stale and didn't taste fried. Idk if the cereal was stale or the ice cream was so frozen but it was not good. The salsa that comes with the chips is more of a tomato based and we weren't offered other salsas. We asked and got two others but the flavor was just not there. Paid about 60 bucks with tip for two happy hour items, a mangonada and dessert. Again, if the flavors were there, it would be worth and I would be back. It's such a unique space, easy to get to, plenty of parking, beautiful art in the center portion, they are so close to getting it right.

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