I had been staying at the Hotel Motel Holiday Inn in National City and when walking my dog in my new neighborhood I stumbled across Las Uvas. I had walked by it so many times I finally went in and man, I was hooked. I ordered a strawberry raspado and a chorizo torta. They were really nice and let me wait inside with my Kodiak. The raspado is huge and was so delicious, it hadn't been warm but it was definitely the best sweet little treat after a rough work day also that chorizo torta is so flavorful, the jalapenos inside add a nice crunch but gives some acidity and heat. I'm back home now and looking at these photos makes me want to take a drive after work just to get another raspado and torta! Please check them out, the ladies here are so sweet and thoughtful. read more

Las Uvas - Chorizo torta w/o onions - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

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Hot San Diego it's good to get a Tejuino. Love the authentic Tejuinos here, this place has been here for a long time and never disappointed. The Milanesa Torta 5/5 Tejuino 5/5 Fruit Plates 5/5 Service is great, place looks nice and clean. I always came back for same items and lastly hard working owner. Recommend read more

They didn't have. A lot of what they promote when I went here but what I did get was pretty good !

De li cious First time visiting this place and was pleasantly surprised with all their options. Also had a coco preparado and likewise was perfection. My new go to for Mexican Antojitos. Cash only. ATM available indoors. Service was excellent. read more

Las Uvas - Maruchan Loca!! - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

I have been coming here for many years. They without a doubt have some of the best fresas con crema around. You get a good amount of fresas and the crema has such a great taste. Portion wise they're definitely on the bigger side and seem reasonable for the price. To this day they're has yet to be something I don't like. Service is great, they're all always in such a great mood. You'll always walk-in to them playing an old school Mexican movie/show of music. This has definitely become a go to spot. read more

Las Uvas - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

All right foos if you are a real Mexican you know what's up with tejuino. This is an ancient drink made by indigenous people in Mexico. It's made by fermenting corn and lots of other cool things and process. Get this to fix la cruda (hangover) Jaa jk not sure if that is scientifically proven. If your not down foo they also have lots of other Mexican and Chicano treats including chamangos ice cream de garafa or nieve artesanal, sandwhiches and nachos just to name a few. So if your socks are low don't bother but if you want that street cred come on through all races welcome. read more

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Two small pieces of Mango in this LARGE FRUIT SALAD which is mostly cucumbers. Cucumbers theoretically is not a fruit hence the item on the menu says "fruit salad." ten dollars for 25-30 small pieces of "fruit." One small lime, salt, and chili. RIP OFF IF YOU ASK ME!! Next time I'll just make a bucket for $10!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Las Uvas - Not worth the high price!!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

I've been coming here for years since I was in college. The tejuino is really good. Great service and ambiance. The big downside is they take cash only. There's a third party ATM there though. read more

If you're someone who cares about supporting local businesses, this place is a must try. The tortas are always delicious but can take long depending on how busy it is so I would suggest calling and ordering ahead of time. They have a pretty big menu, ranging from licuados to nachos and tortas but they're famous for their tejuinos. I definitely suggest checking out this business as you'll always find the owner there working alongside her team. There's limited parking in the street but you can usually find some extra street parking around the corner. read more

Las Uvas - Torta especial - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

Got the Elote in a cup and the large Tejuino with nieve de limon. It was really good and really fast. The staff where friendly and they were efficient. Great spot for a quick treat. Will definitely be back. read more

Las Uvas - Elote in a cup con todo and Large Tejuino con nieve de limon. - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

Freshly made! Small business. Tasty, super clean and great customer service !! Gracias por la atención read more

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For starters this business is CASH ONLY. They have an atm in there and charge $2 to withdraw money so if your planning on going bring some mula. Now onto the review The family and I went we got Diablitos, Fresas con crema, an elote, Ice cream, lemonade and nachos. The Diablitos were good honestly better than mangonadas I've tried from other fruterías the fact that they use shaved ice like in snow cones makes it so much better and it's only $5 The ice cream was good it was nice and creamy. The elote was just as good. Cherry on top is you can add crushed hot Cheetos or takis to it the lemonade is fresh and thirst quenching especially now that it's getting warm. Fresas con crema were on a whole different level!! I've never tasted crema like that before and the strawberries are just the right amount of sweetness, top it off with granola and you've got yourself heaven in a cup. The nachos are OMG that's how nachos should taste. Overall it's a great place to come grab a snack for a low price. Stop by and try it out for yourself read more

Las Uvas - Elote with hot Cheetos - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

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This little hole in the wall is the best. If you want a home made feeling this is the place. They have elote (corn) so many different ways that I haven't had the chance to try them all. They have different types of drinks that you can't get any where else.. well maybe if you cross the border. My favorite is the tejuino with two scoops of lime ice cream .. trust me it's so good.. you feel like it's going to be a lot offering a large but I always find myself being satisfied.. The only warning is bring cash.. read more

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The manzana loca was so amazing, I also made a custom order and they were so sweet and patient (I don't speak Spanish) so it took a little bit of time to order despite there being a line behind me. Not only did they get my order accurately correct but everything tasted delicious. So happy to have come across this hidden gem and I'll def be a regular here coming all the way from Mission Bay read more

Small little shop on a busy street and always busy. They only accept cash. There is however an ATM machine indoors for your convenience. Seating is limited to only 2 small tables, indoors. I believe there's limited seating outdoors as well. Customer service is wonderful and the place looks clean. No AC. If you love Tejuino, this place has it. Don't know if any other place in San Diego sells it. The tortas are tasty and never disappoint. Off street parking but that has never been an issue for us. read more

Super duper buss down rolly avalanche. tejuinos are hard to find this side of the border and these don't disappoint.

We got so lucky that this joint was right next to our hotel. Ups on arriving we were greeted by the friendliest staff. We didn't know it was only cash at the moment and she was sweet enough to wait for us even though she was starting to get a line. The tejuino was sooooo good. Probably the best I've had in a while. We also tried the tamarind ice cream and it was delicious. I can't wait to come back for more! read more

Las Uvas - Tejuino con nieve de limon. (With lime ice cream) - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

La última vez que me tomé un tejuino de a deveras fue en Los Ángeles, acabo de encontrar mi nuevo lugar favorito para mis ataques de azúcar la nieve de garrafa las tortas de milanesa read more

Las Uvas - Tejuino con nieve de limón y nieve de tamarindo - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

This place is a true hole in the wall, as soon as you open the door and step in, the feeling of being in a true Mexican shop is refreshing. Cash only so come prepared. I had been looking for a good Tejuino for days now. Tried other promising places just to keep getting disappointed! When my sister in law mentioned this place to me I had no faith that I would be satisfied. Parking is limited (street parking) luckily I found a spot right in front of the building. After walking in and swing the menu I was faced with the decision of getting a tepache or a tejuino. The menu looked extensive, sorry I don't read it all since I knew what I wanted. I ordered my tejuino that was mixed in front of me and salted to perfection. I recommend this place! I loved my friendly service , quality and authenticity of my product, social distancing was being observed. read more

This place is bomb get a torta especial, they taste really amazing. Everything is very authentic to home & the service was very amazing. 10/10 would recommend & definitely will be back for a Tejuino. read more

Bought an elote en vaso and a strawberry raspado. Both were delicious! The elote tastes great, not out of a can or watery, it's perfect. The raspados sweetness is just right read more

Las Uvas - Strawberry raspado - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

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I could go elsewhere and pay half the price for twice the portion on their banana split but I come here because their flavors are so damn good and the service is great staff is super friendly true gem down in national city read more

D e l I c I o u s Raspados and Nieves de limon . It's like the ones they sell when u cross the border just 1000 x better.... It has no food coloring or artificial flavors so don't expect to see bright green ice cream. "Nieve de garafa" I think this is what it's called. Best RAspados de limon and tamarindo . Everything is delicious. Everything is made to order so there is a waiting period! Be patient and polite please Bc the ladies behind the counter are working as fast as they can! Oh yeah and if you are looking for Tejuino they also sell it here! Prices- $ just right! - CASH ONLY! :( -nachos -bionico - banana splits -fruit salad -pico de gallo - Tortas -jugos- fruit and veggie juice- smoothies read more

Las Uvas - A lil bit of everything. Raspados and Nieves are my favorite - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

Excellent service all the time, and the food is great! I love the nachos, nieve de garrafa, tejuinos, hot dogs, tortas, and diablitos Everything is really good. We love it! read more

Everything is soooo good here and those Tortas are to die for. I always order the tejuino with light ice, you know, to last longer. I even feel guilty for not stoping by in two weeks. read more

I decided to have a torta de lomo (especial) it was delicious, great combination of lomo, ham, and cheese. And their iced tejuinos are refreshing on a hot day. read more

Las Uvas - Torta especial - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

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Best chamoy tejuino and elote ever! I always get the chamoy tejuino and ask them to put tajin around the rim. Decent customer service, however sometimes it takes a while to get service or you'll go inside and staff won't be at the front for several minutes. Cash only! read more

Las Uvas - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

Been coming here for years, always have good service and great food. Taste something different everytime and never disappoints! read more

Las Uvas - Pico de Gallo! - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

This place is seriously #1! I love the tejuino and the clamatos here. the tostielotes are the Best. they have many good things. read more

Las Uvas - Clamato - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

I got the elote with chips for $14! The corn was not good and you could barely bite the corn because it was so thin. The worst and most expensive elote ever. You would think that they could inspect each corn to make sure that they are producing a quality food for customers. I will never go back. read more

Best Tejuinos in town! Customer service is great as well. Highly recommend. Place is cash only and I can't blame them. They also have an ATM in store so don't worry if you didn't bring cash. read more

Great place to grab a torta or fruit salad . Parking can be a hassle due to it being located on the Main Street . Prices are also affordable and decent . Customer service was not the greatest but I am sure they were just having a bad day. read more

So if you are craving elote but dont want to cross, this is your place. My wife introduced me to this place to try tejuino. She had been coming here since she was a kid. Now it's my place for some tostielotes or a limonada on a hot day. Cant go wrong but remember to bring cash read more

Las Uvas - Pure elote goodness - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

Another Mexican fruit place that serves tortas, pretty unoriginal. What is great is the fact they they have Tejuino (trust me you dont wanna know) Its hard to find it in San Diego, so every trip I take to TJ i am on the hunt....but not anymore!!!! They have a Tj hotdog guy outside usually after 6pm, he can be pretty slow, so order from him and go inside, and order something from the ladies who can also be pretty slow. I love getting raspados here even during the cold days. They are all made with fresh fruit and taste great. The tostilocos here are kind of disappointing but then again I am more of a tostiloco connoisseur. Bring cash (there are several banks within a couple blocks of here) and DO NOT be in a hurry. And if you want to know what tejuino is read this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tejuino read more

Las Uvas - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

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My family and I were greeted right away the ladies were very polite. Super clean roomie lots of places to sit fruit is so fresh! I really liked what I got my fiancé got a fruit cup but everything was cut up really small not exactly what he was looking for but still had a great taste. I'll be back for sure read more

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Walked in to get a drink. Saw what looked like the owners dog roaming around inside, walked myself right out. Dogs or pets of any kind in a restaurant establishment is never a good sign. Bleh read more

This place is so delicious! They have the best raspados, I recommend the guayaba raspado with lechera. Their tostilocos, churritos and cueritos are awesome. Only wish they accepted card! read more

Las Uvas - Sandwiches Near Me - National City, California

I was hungry and craving a pina colada. Stopped here and wow, Everything was definitely better than I expected! I ordered the ham torta and pina colada smoothie. The workers were friendly and the place was clean. No restrooms. They only accept cash but, there is an atm located inside that charges $1.75 to withdraw. Will be coming back! read more

The Best Tortas in town. We had the Pavo(Turkey) which comes with all the fixings and a special sauce on it. Also, love the Manzana Loca! Absolutely delicious. If you are looking for a great place for, tortas, Pico de Gallo, Ice Cream this is the place! read more

This place has amazing raspados ! They are all made from natural fruit ! I have also tried their ice creams which they make it fun & decorative, they are so delicious ! The workers are so friendly & welcoming ! read more