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Best California Burrito I've had so far, sub the potatoes for fries. Burrito wasnt greasy, meat wasnt fatty, tortilla was very solid (as in nicely done). Their soup is also really nice. Shout out to the 101 foodie (aka random guy we met on the bus who has seemingly eaten at every place between oceanside and Del mar) read more

Jorge’s Mexicatessen - Cali Burrito no sour cream - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Has potential indeed. Carnitas Hard Shell Taco was good, love that it was a homemade shell, topped with guacamole & Cheese. Just needed a bit of flavor & s/p The Chicken Soup was good but again lacking in seasoning. Suggest taking it to go and adding Some seasoning! read more

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I had been craving crispy tacos for a while....tho the street tacos are good in the area--these crispy tacos are 10/10! The salsa has more than enough spice Definitely fulfilled every craving we had!! We'll be back soon! read more

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Best chicken soup! Veggie burrito is the best around. This is the best Mexican place in Oceanside coastal. I wouldn't categorize as fast Mexican as its quality is a bit higher. I have been eating here for decades as an Encinitas native I was over the moon to see this gem added to the community. read more

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Hands down the best burrito (specifically California burrito) and chicken soup. Tortilla of the burrito holds up well and the fries (subbed) are crispy till the final bite. Steak is tender but not too juicy/saucy. Chicken soup is light and I really liked the clear broth without tortilla chips; veggies taste fresh. 15/10! read more

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Jorge's is known for their Chicken Soup, and rightly so, because it is delicious. But Jorge also has a lot of other great stuff on the menu. In addition to their excellent Chicken Soup (served with warm tortillas) We also ordered the Crispy Taco combo plate, and the massive Fajita Burrito. The #7 combo plate came with two crispy tacos (1 chicken, 1 beef) rice & beans. The taco shells were not too greasy and the meat was nicely seasoned. The Rice & Beans were fine. The Chicken Fajita Burrito is enormous, and loaded with big chucks of chicken, onions, bell peppers and tomatoes. The service here is very friendly and helpful, and there is plenty of room to eat inside. My only complaint is that they don't have a salsa bar, and they only offer one salsa, which isn't spicy. Regardless, I will be back for more. read more

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Jorge’s Mexicatessen - The Chicken Fajita Burrito is enormous. - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Jorge’s Mexicatessen - #7 combo plate came with two crispy tacos (1 chicken, 1 beef) rice & beans. - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Jorge’s Mexicatessen - Warm tortillas come with the Chicken Soup - Delicious. - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Stacey H.

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This place is soooo good. Try it! Especially the soup and there salsa! Everything is fresh and made to order ..yum!

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Tracey F.

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Friendly service right at the start. Ordered the chicken soup and chicken rolled tacos. Both were insanely good! Best soup I ever had! I will get that again for sure and I look forward to another yummy Mexicatessen meal! FYI-Restaurant was very clean, too! read more

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Pete P.

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Food is usually good but the last 3-4 months I will Order and I have to say they need to stop using cleaning products (Fabuloso) or something that is getting into the food. Last 2 times I ordered my soup and tortillas tasted like cleaning products. If they can quit using so much or not keep the food next to cleaning products the place would be good. Hopefully management sees this post as the cleaning Product or agents are getting into the food. Not good to have a tortilla or soup taste like Fabuloso. Thank you. Just had to throw away $40 of food because it all taste like cleaning products. Not coming back. read more

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Cristal B.

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Yummmo! Everything was delicious. We were starving after a soccer tournament and this was close by. The people were very friendly and the vibe was nice. We definitely saved this place for next time we are in town. read more

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I'm bummed to say I have to update my review and take one star away. While Jorge's chicken soup and breakfast burritos are still my absolute favorite, I was recently craving a California burrito and Jorge's unfortunately really missed the mark for me. To be fair, maybe it's listed on their menu on-site, but to make a California burrito with no french fries and NO GUACAMOLE feels criminal. My husband made a special trip out to secure my craving the other night, but when it arrived home, I asked him whether he'd gotten the order wrong and ordered a carne asada burrito instead? He checked the receipt and for nearly $15, he had in fact ordered a California burrito. Inside there was only carne asada, potatoes, sour cream and cheese. I could probably forgive the potatoes in place of fries, but there was no guacamole in sight and I was completely underwhelmed. I ate half of it hoping it would be so amazing as-is, but was left feeling really disappointed. Insanely expensive and just not what I've come to expect as a native Californian. Service is still always friendly and fast, food quality is great but you'll never catch me ordering a California burrito here again. Pleeeeease Jorge's, for the love of everything, make me the California burrito of my dreams and I will continue loving you forever!! read more

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Peilin P.

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I am obsessed with chile rellenos - I like to make little chile relleno tacos - bitesize pieces of heaven - a slice of chile relleno, rice, beans, salsa!!! I know their specialty is the chicken soup, I just wanted my chile relleno. And no regrets - it hit the spot! The rice and beans were standard, corn tortilla thick w a little chew (yum) and the chile relleno - solid. The taste was better than the look. Happy. read more

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Melissa M.

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Love this place. Great chicken soup, chili rellenos are amazing the salsa is good too and friendly staff.

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Annabelle L.

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The hype on the chicken soup is valid. Best chicken soup in town with lots of avocado and huge chunks of chicken!

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Mark D.

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This place is fantastic! I reminded me of an authentic restaurant with the look and feel of Mexico. The staff was really nice and friendly. I felt sorry for them because they were very busy (that is a good thing, lots of people enjoying their food). All the people in the kitchen were moving as fast as they could and the man who helped us was so nice. I tried one of the fish tacos (cod, not the usual talapia) and their rolled taquitos. Prices were very reasonable and very tasty. read more

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I was in and out to grab the delicious chicken soup with tortilla. $8.99 for a small but it's worth it! Customer service was great and friendly. read more

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Patricia T.

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8/1/24 Thursday 3:00 pm We stumbled upon this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. We were greeted promptly and waited on in a timely manner. Food was just ok. The carne asada burrito we ordered had a lot of excess tortilla. In fact the first 2 bites was nothing but tortillas. The meat was tough, and the sour cream and cheese were cold. When we get this type of food to go, we can always microwave it but gosh.... Sitting down to eat in a restaurant,the food should be hot. We asked the gal for warm chips and she said she could dip ours back in oil. LOL! No!!! Wrong answer. We paid for the chips so we expect something fresh, not chips that have been sitting under your warmer for hours. We used about 10 of our baby wipes trying to get the sticky stuff off our table. Air conditioner was inoperable and very humid in the dining room. We spotted a split AC but it was not running. Overall, we have had better and more than likely, will NOT be returning. read more

Jorge’s Mexicatessen - Burrito looks huge but it was mostly tortilla. $16 for this and really not filled like most places we've been. It was cold too. - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Scott T.

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was in South O (picking up my kid's repaired Tacoma at Beaudry's) and was a bit peckish. stopped at JORGE's MEXICATESSEN for a quick bite -- chicken rolled tacos with cheese and guacamole. went back a week later for smothered and covered with guacamole, sour cream, cheese, shredded lettuce, and tomatoes. both were excellent. the "deluxe" version was really filling. my early lunch was massive enough was still full at dinner. place is tidy. woman at the register was engaging. enjoyed the experience enough ate at the Encinitas location a few days later with the family. extensive menu. really solid fast Mex. read more

Jorge’s Mexicatessen - 4 CHICKEN ROLLED TACOS with guacamole, sour cream, cheese, shredded lettuce, and tomatoes - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Lisa H.

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Their chicken soup and tasty crispy chicken tacos have for at least 10 years been my all time favorites and where I go when I need chicken soup or a crispy chicken taco. read more

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Andrew M.

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The texcoco soup is darn good. This time I paired it with a beef crispy taco and both came out great. read more

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Mike M.

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Saw they had 4.7 stars so we had to check the food out ! We were not disappointed! The salsa was excellent and a little spicy. I had a carne asada taco and a carnitas enchilada. They were delicious. The corn tortilla was very thick and flavorful. The refried beans were flavorful and the flour tortilla was big , warm and fresh ! I will be back ! read more

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Katherine S.

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They don't lie they do have the best chicken soup. The staff is very friendly and the food was amazing.

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Linda F.

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They aren't kidding about having the BEST chicken soup Will definitely be doing this again read more

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David S.

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Ok so Mexican food is very subjective. Everyone likes different styles and flavoring. Past decade spent in Encnitas with some great options. Moved to Carlsbad and was trying to find a Cali B that matched my profile. Couldn't find one that hit. I'm not a fan of a lot of pico in mine and most places do this around here Carne is tasty. Has tasty potatoes instead of fries. Sour cream ads good flavor. Nice melted cheese. Enjoyed this one. 5 of 5. Only one salsa though. It's a salsa style red. read more

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Cecilia L.

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Great people and awesome food! Very affordable. Great place for a quick Mexican lunch!

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Everything we ordered was amazing! We got the chicken fajita and combo burrito, both were very tasty. The resturant is very clean and our food showed up very quick. Very good experience overall. read more

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Marsha V.

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Takeout chicken rice soup is amazing, if a bit salty. Loaded with shredded chicken. I recommend both locations (Oceanside and Encinitas). Great comfort food, especially if you have a cold or flu. Welcomed gift for a friend! read more

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Donna W.

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Best chicken soup ever! So flavorful and always nice and hot! Best tasting soup ever!

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Great Mexican food. Clean place. Authentic delicious food. Away from tourists and has served locals for years. Friendly service! read more

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Not sure who's been giving these guys 5-stars but, as a native San Diegan, I have to honestly say this spot is pretty average based on their CA burrito. Using dry potato chunks instead of fries was a bad decision by these guys and kind of sacrilegious to be honest. Also, the burrito barely has any sour cream (except for one end of the burrito which shows laziness). Lastly, the hot sauce was underwhelming. It's kind of Americanized with too much tomato and not enough kick. Place is clean inside though and service is great. Just disappointed. read more

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Arielle R.

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5 stars just for the chicken soup! Haven't had anything else there, but man, this soup is amazing. It's hearty, the chicken is so tender, there's rice, big slices of avocado, and chopped tomatoes and onions. And it's salty, just nearly too salty. It will bring you back if you're sick, hungover, or just plain tired. We are obsessed. read more

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5 stars all the way!! Breakfast burrito is ssooo good, salsa is 10/10, but I come here for the veggie burrito! Sadly it's just as much (price-wise) as the other meat-based burritos, so I don't come here super often, but when I do it's always amazing!! read more

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Brittany S.

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Delicious food - best chicken soup and wonderful customer service! How have I not been here yet? I will be back frequently. Today I had the chicken soup and a crispy chicken taco. Nothing was greasy. Tons of flavor and nice pieces of tender chicken. Beautiful murals painted on the wall. The artist Chris is incredibly talented! This is my new favorite spot for tacos, burritos, and the most delicious soup! read more

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Greg Z.

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Not fine dining but VERY fine, authentic Mexican food with a refreshingly light touch. Over 3 weeks we've had: Mexico City chicken soup (indeed THE best!) Chicken hard shell taco twice! (tender chicken, perfect shell) Shrimp taco Huevos Mexicana w egg whites (spicy and perfect) Chicken tostada (tender chicken, tasty beans, great guacamole) Breakfast burrito w bacon (outstanding) Sweet people. Nice, clean, simple sit down space. Come here! read more

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Pam P.

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Menudo was all broth. for $18 got very very FEW pieces of hominy and tripe. worst ever with little to none ingredients other than all broth. forget about going there if you want menudo. read more

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Excellent! Food 5 stars! Service 5 stars! We ordered the 6 beef taquitos to share. The guy taking our order was extremely friendly and helpful with menu items and info. The taquitos were crunchy and the meat was tender. They're topped with lettuce, sour cream, guacamole and tomatoes . They also come with onions and cilantro which we left off. We also ordered a side of beans which tasted fresh and homemade. Definitely returning! read more

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Sarai G.

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Service was great! And they're not lying best chicken soup ever taste just like home we also got California burritos that were amazing only thing is they only have red salsa no green read more

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Amazing place! The service is super fast as well as sweet I love the lady who took my order. Definitely worth the trip if you're in the area! read more

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Breakfast burritos are my favorite! One will fill you up all day. Be sure to pick up some of the soup too for later. Great service- I did take out this visit. read more

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Machaca breakfast burrito was on point. So good and such a large portion! Salsa accentuated the taste and made it so easy to down a whole portion since everything was so tasty. read more

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1129 S Coast Hwy
Oceanside, CA 92054
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(760) 721-2707
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What time does Jorge’s Mexicatessen open?

Jorge’s Mexicatessen opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Jorge’s Mexicatessen close?

Jorge’s Mexicatessen closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Jorge’s Mexicatessen closes at 3:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMSun 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Does Jorge’s Mexicatessen serve alcohol?

Yes, Jorge’s Mexicatessen serves alcohol.

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Does Jorge’s Mexicatessen allow dogs?

Yes, Jorge’s Mexicatessen allows dogs.

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Does Jorge’s Mexicatessen have parking?

Yes, Jorge’s Mexicatessen has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Does Jorge’s Mexicatessen have free WiFi?

Yes, Jorge’s Mexicatessen has free WiFi.

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For whatever reason, the Yelp orders haven't been coming through, even though they're still being…read morepaid for. I wasn't in a rush, so it wasn't a big deal for me. While I was waiting, I got to try samples of a couple of their drinks, and they were amazing--so fresh! I saw at least seven people come in just for the drinks, so they're clearly popular. Mariana greeted me with a smile and immediately explained what had happened. She put a rush on my food order and even gave me my favorite drink for free because of the inconvenience. That kind of hospitality really stood out to me. Thank you for your kindness and excellent customer service. I pray the Lord returns your kindness abundantly. God bless!

This was the second time I had Frida's Tacos catered for our parties. And I'm so glad I did. They…read moreare so professional with set up and clean up. The presentation was really nice. My family and friends loved everything. With catering you get rice and beans, chips and salsa's. All the taco fixings. 2 choices of agua fresca and 1 vegetarian and three proteins options. I picked the watermelon and cucumber lime water. With the my vegetarian option being soy chorizo w/potatoes. and my 3 proteins were carne asada, birria and al pastor. All were amazing! I cannot recommend them enough for your catering event!

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Modis R.

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6

1

8 months ago

Amazing, authentic, healthy, the old school way . Not sold out to the harsh chemicals and preservitive that tante the taste of food. fresh and ingreidents understood in keeping taste real and killing fillers out. family owned and operated. I cant eat anywhere else. The service is comforting so take the test taste challange and you too will be inlighten. John from oceanside smog. keeping it live and local and the air clean. read more

nikki c.

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3

2 months ago

Jorge's is the best! Just wish there was one in vista.... I've told Jorge's for years, but he says there are places that are good but I do not agree. We need a Jorge's...... maybe one of the sons will make it happen! Let's go for the north side of Vista please! read more

Mike K.

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3

4 years ago

Crispy tacos. Crispy tacos. Crispy tacos. Crispy tacos. Crispy tacos. Crispy tacos. Crispy tacos. Crispy tacos.

Aaron G.

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67

5

6 months ago

They don't serve shrimp tacos at this location and neither does the place across the street.

Jorge’s Mexicatessen - mexican - Updated October 2026

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