Homey Mexican decor theme throughout. We decided to forgo appetizers as chips and salsa seem to be more than enough. We shared the chips and salsa with our cocktails. Hubs had a Cadillac margarita and I had a Cabernet. Chips were fresh and warm, salsa was perfect, not too spicy. We ordered the #13 and #14. #13-Taco and chile relleno with rice and beans. #14-Taco and cheese enchilada w/rice and beans. I asked for the green salsa and wow was it delicious!! Mild as far as spice level but very flavorful addition to my rice and beans. Taco had lots of beef, delicious!! Enchilada was yummy too as were rice and beans. Luis, our server, was friendly, quick with food, requests and had a good sense of humor about him. Quality food, drinks and good atmosphere keeps us coming back! Try it for yourself and say hi to Luis! read more

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We tried the 2 burrito plate and it was good! We got carne asada instead of the beef and added cheese. The meat was yummy and seasoned well! Also yummy tortilla chips! read more

Marieta's - 2 burrito plate - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

I've passed this restaurant for years and finally stopped to try it. The service was good. It services traditional Mexican restaurant food that was average at best. The ambiance was a typical Mexican restaurant vibe. read more

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The service at Marieta's is fantastic, from the moment I walked in. The staff at the front are quick and welcoming, and as soon as we were seated, we were given a large amount of fresh chips and salsa. In my previous review, I mentioned how good the salsa is. It's still true today. When we almost finished our salsa, they brought us some complimentary chorizo beans with some cheese to dip our chips in. That was also delicious. This time, I ordered the steak fajitas and a mango margarita. The steak fajitas are definitely larger enough to be sharing size, and their flour tortillas were homemade! Both were good, but I will say that the steak was quite dry today... I think I was overcooked. However, my mango margarita was delicious and strong, and only $8.75! A great deal for a margarita compared to other stores. read more

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My first time trying the food is from UBEReats. It was so good and great $ for all the food they gave you. My family and I decide to come back to eat at the restaurant. The service is amazing!! The staff really takes good care of my family. The restaurant has a homey feeling. They also have a couple of TV with one playing football game. Now the important thing, the food! I've been wanting to try the albondigas soup and I was not disappointed! It was the best albondigas soup I've ever had. Perfect amount of vegetables and meatballs with a hint of lemon. The Chile rellenos is also amazing!! The rice and beans is very good!! The dessert is delicious!! Great portion!! FYI the flautas is a must try!! We enjoyed our meal and we will be back to try more dishes! read more

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Got some chicken tortilla soup delivered for lunch yesterday and the large size was enough for two lunches. Comes with delicious tortilla strips to put in and a flour or corn tortilla on the side. Broth is very delicious with the perfect amount of spice. Some suggestions to kick it up a notch would be more veggies and avocado. Maybe some cilantro would enhance the flavor. read more

Now I know why they have 3.6 stars. The food quality was a c+.... I had the fajitas, way overcooked meat. My wife had the nachos, soggy chips. And my Mom had the shrimp salad, which was as plain as it gets...shrimp on lettuce and a tomato slice. We're very disappointed with our dinner. especially when there's so many amazing Mexican restaurants In the area. read more

It had been a while since I've been to a Marieta's. I used to go to the Bonita location now and then, but the La Mesa one is closer now. So glad we went back! It's just good food. The enchiladas were great. The service was fast and friendly. The dining area is comfortable and clean. We had a couple margaritas as well and they were very good. I'm definitely going to have to work this place back into the rotation! You can't go wrong at Marieta's! read more

Marieta's - Friday night dinner! - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

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I apologize in advance but I will not hold back... i am 14 yrs old however, what i experienced today at this restaurant changed me as a person. after a long, exhausting day, my family and i weak, hungry, and full of hope... made the fatal mistake of eating here. the service? tragic. the chicken? drier than the sahara desert during a heat wave. the quesadilla? so oily it could legally be classified as a hazardous material. i took one bite and felt my lifespan shorten. this is not a review. this is a warning. i do not recommend. read more

Marieta's - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

Food Doesn't Taste same as the Santee location , which is excellent! The la Mesa location just didn't have any flavor and the food doesn't even look the same, And Service in La Mesa was OK but no better than that! The inside was nice the atmosphere OK but it just didn't feel as friendly. It's a shame because are owned by the same people. read more

Two stars for sustenance and warmth of burritos This place is disgusting, California burrito had overcooked meat and like four fries, zero flavor, and the flan is like a rubbery piece of nothing sugar, missing the whipped cream made it even worse and they use STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI PUREE for the add strawberry option... Even though I got this for 30% discount I will never eat this crap again Also don't expect a warm greeting if you're not a regular, I was greeted with what do you want? While the people behind me were greeted warmly with a hey good to see you lol I usually tip a few bucks and this guy definitely didn't deserve anything from me... Also considering when I called to see if my 2 nasty burritos were ready 30 minutes later, which were not, he sounded like he hated his job read more

Marieta's - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

My friends and I met for lunch at Marieta's because it is near my friend's office, and she only had a little time for lunch. When I first arrived, I was confused, as the parking lot to the west, isn't really a parking lot and I couldn't figure out where to park. Later, I realized that the main parking lot is just to the east. I noticed that they do not appear to have any outdoor seating, however the restaurant is a good size with a main dining room and a bar area. It was moderately crowded during lunch. We sat in a booth in the bar area. The restaurant was cute on the inside. It had the vibe of a typical Americanized Mexican restaurant, and appears to have been around for a long time. Service was prompt and professional. I chose the house margarita which was pretty good. We were given the bottomless chips and salsa. The salsa wasn't my favorite. It wasn't bad, but I prefer something a bit thicker with pieces of tomatoes and other veggies, whereas this had a watery consistency. My friends both ordered different enchilada platters from the lunch specials. They were a large and plentiful, and they had food left over. I, on the other hand, was craving a fresh salad. I chose the shrimp salad and was very disappointed. It was small in size and came in one of those tortilla bowls. It was basically only a lettuce mixture with the shrimp on the top. The did give me a generous portion of shrimp, but each was very small. It did not fulfill my craving for a big fresh salad at all. It really felt like there was no effort at all put into it. I might go there again if it is convenient to meet friends, but I would definitely not recommend the salad. It is probably best to stick to the margaritas and the daily specials. read more

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We went yesterday to a nice dinner instead i was the worst food he ordered the Carne asada plate he said it no flavor and really dry i ordered the three fajitas plate man I tell the meat had flavor or seasoning dry and it the taste like it was spoiled and the same for the chicken dry and no flavor the only thing was the vegetables o the shrimp was over cooked I told the the lady at the front desk all she said sorry and that the cook had been there a long time he needs new training taste some of food also the waiter like never came over to how we were doing or how was the food the only waiter was the you kid he was great he came and said more chips or soda but will never go there again with service like that read more

We had driven past this restaurant for years but a friend suggested it so my sis and I dropped by on a whim. It was so fun! The waiter was great but the food was excellent and the Cadillac Marg was so yummy! We got toasted and I ate my next overs the next day. And they were even better! I love home made tamales and have never experienced good ones in a restaurant . Marietta's has them. Mmmmm So I took my son there and will continue my eating there for Mexican food read more

Marieta's - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

Can't believe I've never tried this restaurant before since it's right up my alley. I got delivery so I can't comment on the service and ambiance. Chips and salsa were very good - salsa had a nice kick to it without being too much. Chips seemed homemade and fresh. I love a good enchiladas rancheras and this place delivered! Super cheesy enchiladas. Loved that it automatically came with guac and sour cream. Guac was homemade fresh and delicious. The refried beans and rice were traditional and perfect. Definitely want to try this restaurant in person now! read more

No flavor and salsa is plain much better places to go than here. Tacos were like sloppy joes instead of tacos.

Love Marietas! Hands down the best Margaritas The service is always great and they never let the chips and salsa go empty.

We have been going to Marieta's for 22 years and tonight was the worst experience. The chile verde seemed processed / canned and definitely unlike the recipe we have enjoyed for so many years. The service was slow, and the food took forever to arrive. This is all very unlike the experience I have had in the past. Is their new ownership or management? read more

This is the third time I go and the food was not so great. It's really mediocre. But my real complaint is the staff. It's a family restaurant but it seems like some of the waiters don't care and use vulgar language in Spanish. They were standing by the front desk being loud and didn't care who heard them. Never going back to this place!! read more

I'm giving this place a very low rating not because of the flavor of the food or the atmosphere honestly, it's great but I saw a mouse run by when we were eating so my girlfriend got disgusting and we left and I'm giving one star rating because of her she's making me do it or she won't give me any love.. She's making me put her to tell people not to go so we don't recommend it ..! read more

Popped in for some margaritas and appetizers. Had the Cadillac. Very sweet margarita mix so we had to water it down to drink it. Ordered the quesadilla ranchera. It was messy and hard to share. Service was poor. However it looked like my dude was doing everything on his own minus the bartending. But we got the bare minimum attention and had to ask the kind hostess for our bill and to ring us up. read more

Have a hankering for some tasty Mexican food? Swing by Marietta's and satisfy your cravings! Their vast menu caters to all, and let me tell you, the chicken fajitas I enjoyed with refried beans and rice were served sizzling hot. We also ordered the shrimp fajitas also equally awesome. It's no wonder this place is a top pick in East County! read more

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Very nice restaurant! Love all the Holliday decorations and the vibe! Fresh chips and salsa to start, fast service and amazing food! Especially love the murals and all the authentic Mexican style decorations as well! Definitely bringing the Fam here next time!! read more

Marieta's - Marieta's Omelete. Tasted amazing!! - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

The green chilaquiles were some of the worst ever!!! Did not come with beans as requested but 2 cups of rice I didn't want. Soggy, tasteless, and overall not a pleasant plate. Most went in the trash...not even good enough for the dog. Very disappointed as their sopa de frijoles and enchiladas with green sauces are are the bomb. You do not have permission to use this submittal unless quoted in full. read more

Love their Margaritas & ceviche All my out of town besties loved it too. It's always one of my regulars!

We've always had great meals at Marieta's La Mesa but our meal last night was very disappointing. I ordered flautas and they were soggy with mushy meat inside, the rice was dry and the beans were awful, almost like they were cooked in rancid lard. My husband ordered a chimichanga and said it was terrible. We did have ceviche which was good. The server didn't ask if I wanted chicken or beef and forgot to bring my husband's tortillas. The restaurant and restrooms could use refreshing too! Wondering if there are new owners or a management or chef change. read more

The waiter stacked the plates so poorly that my enchiladas ended up beneath their hand and another plate, leaving cheese from my enchiladas stuck to the bottom of my daughter's dish. The shrimp for the fajitas looked like they came straight out of Lindo Lake, and for $27, they were the biggest rip-off I've ever encountered. First and last time at Marieta's. read more

Good food and good people. Can't go wrong with a margarita either. I'm here more than I'd like to admit.

Everything here is incredible! The food, the people, the atmosphere. It is a weekly date night spot for us!

The restaurant is pretty dumpy, but the food is great. meat is juicy and the chips are crunchy. Their enchilada sauce is really good. Above average Mexican food. The waiters you get can vary, some don't care about you, while others are very nice. The bathrooms are terrible read more

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Authentic and flavorful Mexican dishes that promise a delightful culinary journey. A must-visit for satisfying Mexican dining! Amazing service! Great margaritas and authentic Mexican ambiance! read more

Marieta's - Authentic and flavorful Mexican dishes that promise a delightful culinary journey. A must-visit for satisfying Mexican dining! - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

Worst Mexican restaurant in La Mesa. Do not go here. I made a mistake of giving all the positive review a try. We sat down right away, gave us chips and salsa but no water, our food even came in still no water. Then when we finally got the water it was tap water. It tasted so weird. Food came in and it was a disappointment. I ordered beef fajitas, first of all the plate wasn't sizzling at all. Took a bite, meat was very salty and tough, the veggies seems to be just as salty as my boss. It was a waste of money and very disappointing dinner. read more

Good food definitely more of a Gringo spot. Staff were great and welcoming. Very popular spot. It was quite busy with cinco de mayo. They play sports and have a bar. read more

Authentic Mexican Food and amazing service. What a gem in La Mesa. Updated bar area, as well.

Hadn't been here in years, but will definitely be returning soon. The place has that nostalgic, old school, mom & pop Mexican restaurant vibe. Large menu with typical Mexican and combination plate options. All of our food was excellent, including the starter chips & salsa. Margaritas are large, not great, but not bad either. The staff was very friendly and efficient, and we had a very nice family evening out. read more

Happy Hour is the best! Note to owner... your bar area is long overdue for a remodel. Please consider a remodel in the bar area as seats are limited, chairs are old, torn and wobbly. Take out the divider and you have amazing space! read more

Marieta's - Cadillac Margarita - Mexican Near Me - La Mesa, California

I always thought this restaurant was the same as one in Bonita but I guess I was wrong about that. I wasn't overly impressed as we walked in and were seated on a week night but our service was prompt and the food came out fast. I have simple expectations of a Mexican restaurant and yet they often are not met. But here the chips were warm and fresh and the salsa was tasty. I ordered a taco/ enchilada combo. It's amazingly difficult to find a good cheese enchilada in San Diego (taco shops don't even try) but I found one here. The ranchera (red) sauce is really good. It was just the perfect combo plate. There were 2 flour tortilla chips served on the combo plate which was a nice touch. Good rice and beans, everything served at the perfect temperature (nice and hot... melty cheese). My wife had a chile rellano with the same sauce and loved it so I'm guessing a burrito with sauce and cheese on top would also be a good choice. The taco was good too. So as I was saying, when I want Mexican food I just want a good cheese enchilada combo plate and now I know where to get it. 5 stars for the crew there! read more

The food here is fresh and authentic Mexican cuisine and there are many different choices they also have lunch specials during the week . Just a great place to eat and enjoy happy hour with friends read more

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Service! Waited over 15 minutes for a server. Then forever for food and drinks. Manager was pathetic when asked what was wrong

Doesn't give the real Mexican authentic experience. I rate the food at. Customer service is a 10/10 Haspanic girl with glasses , super attentive, very friendly, very respectful, and kept on always asking if we needed anything. Drinks are nine out of 10. Salsa & chips is 2/10 to be honest. Food came out quickly , restraunt wasnt pack or anything no wait. we order the caldo de cameron 7/10. chile colorado 6/10, appetizer murrita sampler 3/10. pollo con arroz 4/10. Bean and chicken burrito 4/10. pina colada drink was strong. I rated a 8/10. jimaica agua fresa 10/10. The place is a little outdated. The chairs weren't as comfortable. the place was very welcoming , kind of dead . read more