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Los Jilbertos

3.7 (206 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Bryan And G.

We stopped in for an ICE CREAM on a very HOT DAY. It may not have been our first or second choice, BUT IT WAS OPEN!!!

Senior menu tostada with rice and beans
Lynn R.

We were hungry at 4:00 PM so we went to Jilbertos for takeout. It was quiet in the restaurant when we got there but Leslie greeted us with a big smile and took our order. I was happy to see that they have a senior menu so I opted for à carnitas tostada with the rice and beans sides. I really enjoy there fresh hot carrots so I added some Of those to my box. The beans and rice are so good and so was the tostada except that the carnitas were dry instead of moist. I would have preferred that the meat had been juicy. The taquitos were crisp and fresh and overall the food was good. It made our tummies happy and we will be back. Next time I will ask to taste the meat and make sure it's not dry. This restaurant is always clean and shiny and busy on the weekends. They get the food out quickly. I like to patronize these small family owned and operated businesses. They do a great job here in Borrego and I am thankful that they are here!!

KevinTawny T.

Home of the THREE FOOT MONSTER BURRITO, Food is delish and especially their salsa. I got a machaca plate and Kev a senior's meal of one taco that was good size.

Asada fries

Was looking for authentic Mexican food and did not find it. Burger patty wasn't cooked enough for my liking and the fries weren't it. Food was all very bland.

Carne asada burrito
Bernadette Y.

Went to Borrego Springs for the star gazing and popped into this little restaurant for something quick to eat. Little did I know, I would fall in love here... it wasn't love at first sight. But it did happen pretty quickly. The moment I held that carne asada burrito in my hand I knew it was something special. Coming from Orange County, my expectations were low (burritos are often overpriced, small and disappointing, to say the least). But this... this was different. First off, the size of it was something to behold. I'd compare it to my forearm. Ok, maybe not that big, but... close. Then, my first bite. Delicious... and even more exciting: it was pretty much all meat. Tasty carne asada. All the way through. Their salsas are also delicious... I would highly recommend their pico de gallo, and their red salsa. The pico isn't super wet - which is great because it doesn't break down your burrito. I wish this place existed closer to home... but it's not. Come here, support their business, and enjoy a delicious meal. My only con would be... and this is being picky, the tables outside were a little dirty. But I don't even know if they belong to the restaurant. And so, I'm going to give them 5 stars. That burrito has stolen my (hungry) heart.

Cheeseburger

This burger was the worst burger I've ever had. The Mirage gas station burger is a lot better than this burger. I mean, seriously how can you mess up a burger?

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This is the worst Mexican food I've had in Southern California, and it was expensive, and it is cash only. The hot carrots are good though.

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Best burrito I've ever had! The woman behind the counter makes all the tortillas and sauces herself. Must stop. Don't forget to bring cash.

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Delicious! Sizable portions, good prices, helpful staff in a simple setting. CASH ONLY ;)

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Best taco & burrito we had in a while! We stayed at Borrego Springs for two days and we had three meals here.

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Delicious food and service! Lot's of options and condiments plus burgers,fries and ice cream. Nice ambiance.

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My family and I have been eating here for 20+ years and the food is consistently delicious. It is…read moremore of an authentic Mexican style, which sets it apart from other restaurants in Borrego Springs. The owners and staff are just a joy to see when we're there. You definitely feel like family.

This is some of the best Mexican Food I've had in a long time. And this is coming from someone…read morewho's lived in San Diego all of his life (and is now in LA!) Service was amazing, so quick to come out with fresh chips and salsa (FRESH! as in they made the chips in-house... rare trait to come by these days IMO). Quantity of food was incredible. I can't speak for the menudo (dad got this) or for the 3 egg platter (not really sure why my mom got this) but $16 for a carne asada burrito as well as the beans, rice, and veggies on the side was such a steal. Especially in Anza Borrego. I would've thought it would maybe be more expensive since it probably costs a lot to bring out the best ingredients in the desert but somehow they have it all figured out. The carne asada burrito meat was top tier. Smoky flavor, soft with charred edges, so flavorful and overall the quantity of the burrito was way more than I was expecting. Lastly, I'm just so happy my dog got to sit outside with us. They have a shaded patio with a couple tables. I think other pet parents followed suit, as this seems to be a hit for dog-friendly spots here in Anza Borrego. I'd highly recommend. What a great find by me. Go me!! This is truly a hole in the wall that needs more recognition. You won't be let down!

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We took a DAY TRIP to Borrego Springs from San Diego…read more We went to the Anza Borrego Visitor's Center FIRST, and went on their short PAVED WALK through the Desert Landscape. We then headed to RED OCOTILLO for Breakfast. It was utterly FANTASTIC, from the service to the food. We had as our server GLORIA. It took us a couple attempts on the LOOP to get the right EXIT. We walked in and were directed to a table by our SERVER GLORIA. We got a great table right up front by the window. She started, by taking our drink orders. We looked over the menu, admittedly looking at it the night before. I selected the HEUVOS RANCHEROS, and an Arnold Palmer. As for my partner, he had a CLASSIC DESSERT BURRITO. We added Chips and Guacamole, made fresh on the spot!!! It could not have been a BETTER EXPERIENCE!!!

Friendly staff. At the time there was just one server and she was helping everyone there. Even…read morethough she was busy she managed to still check on us, get our drinks, and order. The food was good. I do think a bit pricey but understandable since this is a pretty remote area. I got the chicken Marsala and I will say for me it was pretty bland. Specifically the pasta. I asked for pepper and Parmesan cheese and that definitely gave it more flavor! Note: make sure to ask without onions if you don't like them since the sauce comes with them. My husband said the taco salad was also ok. It wasn't a pretty big portion! Steak was good. My daughters shared the cheese penne pasta (we got the full size) and they loved it! It was really good. The garlic bread and bread and butter they gave us was also very good. The place itself was very nice, quiet, they also had lots of outdoor seating. Total for 3 plates and 4 drinks was $100.58.

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Los Jilbertos - mexican - Updated October 2026

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