The tacos and the crunchstack were good :) I liked the salsa variety too. Mike's mix salsa is my go to read more

Best fucking tacos & churros ever ! And they sauce options is fire . I eat this place maybe 3-4 times a week

I went in expecting something good, but these birria tacos completely reset my standards. The first thing that hits you is the aroma--rich, slow-cooked meat with deep chili and spice notes that already tell you this isn't rushed food. Then you see them: crispy, slightly oily tortillas, stained a deep red from the consommé, folded over generously stuffed meat. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Came in at 9:30pm and it was busy for a Saturday night! All the tables were filled and there were a couple of people waiting to pick up their orders to go. I ordered Mike's combo #1 which is worth the price! You get two tacos, consome, and tortilla chips. I recommend signing up with your phone number to earn points and redeem a free drink when you sign up. Customer service was nice and my food was ready in a timely manner. I will definitely try again! And if you're reading this on 05/24, it is Free taco day! read more

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What a great spot for getting tacos! It is tucked inside a shopping complex so the parking is easy. Customer service is top notch! I ordered the veggie tacos without the beef oil. They came out absolutely delicious!! The portion sizes are also very generous. They bring out the food relatively quickly. There's a salsa bar where one can pick their salsa based on spice tolerance/palate. Overall a 10/10. Definitely my go to spot for tacos! read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Veggie Taco - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Just another average taco place. Mike's Red Tacos is not worth the hype compared to other taco places with much more flavor and better quality in their food. I ordered a Birria taco combo with chips and the loaded fries. The birria taco shell was very crispy and the appearance of the food looked very promising, but when I took the first bite, it fell very flat. I could taste the marinade and chilis in the beef, but it felt very diluted and not as flavorful as I would expect for a marinade that takes hours to make. The consome was also the same as there was not much flavor and it didn't add much to the taco. The flavor felt very one-dimensional; I tasted the spices for one second and right after there was no flavor. The loaded fries are not something you should order. The fries were very soggy and the cheese was lukewarm and clumped into one piece. Overall, I feel as though Mike's Red Tacos has much better marketing and hype compared to other restaurants that have deeper and more soulful flavors in their food and have higher quality beef. The hype did not match the food. read more

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Another great experience at Mike's red tacos. The cashier Ana was awesome, super friendly, and even signed me for their rewards. This location has been remolded to add a bigger dinning room. The food is still top notch. I ordered Mike's meal that came with 2 quesabirria tacos, consome, and chips. The tacos were nicely sized and filled with meat and cheese. Their house made chips are great for dipping into their house made salsa as well. read more

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If you've ever been let down by foodie Internet sensations being all marketing, unmemorable food, and overpriced, then I will say I was very much delighted to find that Mike's Red Tacos is an exception! The employees were very kind and offered us tips and recommendations even with a line behind us. She walked us through the rewards system and even offered us a free meal with the completion of a survey! Just seemed like there was a lot of self-promotion going on (again, lots of marketing!). Did the survey, but failed to take a screenshot of the coupon, but at least Mike knows what TV shows and music genres I enjoy. The food came quickly. There was a lot combinations to try! Dip in the consumme? Dip in the many salsas? With some onions? Or maybe a radish? Kept it tasting fresh and exciting; I could see it getting one-toned and greasy if it weren't for all the accessories. The consumme, although delicious, was wasted for the most part. Unless you drink it, simply dipping would only use up a third of the portion given. They did a great job on the renovation: opened up the space and added lots of tables. The grafitti aesthetic made it seem like a Dave's Hot Chicken. Maybe Dave and Mike are friends. I'll definitely be back to try more items! read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Birria Tacos, Crunchstack - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Finally tried it -- lives up to the hype. Got Mike's Meal + an extra taco + beans. The birria tacos were crispy, cheesy, and packed with tender beef, and the consomé is a must -- that dip takes every bite up a level. Salsa bar is legit too, with some solid options. Portions are generous, flavors hit, and it's one of those spots you already know you're coming back to. I skipped most of the chips and went all in on tacos + consomé -- no regrets. read more

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When I first found this place, I immediately thought the crunchstack was a Taco Bell crunchwrap dupe. It actually tastes better as it includes queso, guac, and beef birria. I could probably have done without the beans. You will notice almost every item includes beef birria, and I think it's nice for a business that lets you know exactly what their specialty is. I also got the churros which I thought were great at first, until my partner and I noticed a faint meaty aftertaste.. I assume this is because they keep their churros frozen in the same freezer as their meat. Love the unlimited salsa bar. This seems like a popular spot - the downside is that we came around 6pm on a Saturday and thus had to keep scouting for indoor seating as it was full. At least the staff was nice enough to wipe down the table we took over from someone else before our food was ready. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Loaded Fries, Mini Churros, Crunchstack - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Came on a Sunday evening around 5:30pm and it wasn't as crowded as reviews say. Got the Mike's Meal and Cali Burrito to try. Mike's meal was favorable and full of fillings (pickled onions, cilantro, lime, onions, birria soup etc) topped with the creamy jalapeño sauce. Perfection. However, the combo feels like a 12.99 meal because only two birria tacos. I think 14.99 would be the cost of everything with THREE tacos. Our thoughts lol. Cali Burrito was another fan favorite. We didn't feel full with two Mike's tacos so the burrito made everything worth. May be a bit too much fries inside, but we had leftover birria soup to drip into. Enjoyed this birria shop. Will come again. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Mike's Meal - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Had to stop by "Mike's RED Tacos" to check the tender, slow-cooked birra meat. Opted for the "Cali burrito". Service was good, parking was not a problem. Portions are decent, next time will have to get the loaded Nachos. read more

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Tasty Birria tacos, we arrived with 3 customers in the restaurant and this place was pretty full by the time we left. Great staff, friendly, attentive and the restaurant is clean! Every seating area was awaiting a customer. No tables with drips or signs of prior customers. The place is artfully decorated. Colorful and loud enough to stand out! Check out the walls of the restrooms! Talk about bold!! Great concept, and so easy to keep clean. Onto the tacos! The Birria tacos are delicious. Full of tender meat, and not at all dry, the evil of shredded beef. The tortillas were strong enough to hold the Birria and as much of the fresh cilantro, red onion and radish you choose to fill your taco. I couldn't find anything wrong with this delicious taco! We both enjoyed it! The tortilla chips are also made in house and are really great. The crisp is perfect and they are seasoned perfectly. Be sure to visit the salsa bar. So many choices from mild to habanero hot. This is a favorite among the locals. Everyone enjoying their tacos and waiting patiently for freshly prepared food. Well worth the wait! read more

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A few people recommended I try Mike's Red Tacos while in San Diego so I made it a point to stop by. I arrived on a Thursday for lunch just before noon and the restaurant was already packed. I ordered Mike's Meal which includes two birria tacos with cheese served with house-made chips and consome. While waiting for my order, I patiently waited for a table to open up and fortunately I was able to snag a seat before my order was ready. Mike's Meal looked good upon first glance since the plastic container was full, though I quickly noticed a majority of the container was composed of the chips and consome; it would've been nice if the consome was not provided in the same container to leave room for more of the cilantro, onions, limes, radishes, pickled onions, or even chips. The tacos had a nice crunch to them and were not too overly oily. The chips tasted very fresh and I couldn't stop myself from eating the chips. Although the flavor of the consome was good, it seemed extremely watery and diluted down and was not like consome I was used to from other restaurants; when dipping the tacos into the consome it felt like I was soaking the tacos rather than scooping up the contents, if that makes sense. My experience at Mike's Red Tacos was just okay and it did not live up to the hype in my opinion. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing and should've gotten something other than Mike's Meal as my introduction to Mike's, but hopefully I'll be able to return to give them a second chance. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Mike's Meal - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

It's been a minute that I have been here and wow, didn't realized they reno the place. My child loves to come here so I had to give it a try and boy, the birria hits. We ordered the loaded fries, birria ramen, and the combo (2 tacos and chips), and churros. I love that the toppings were laid out on the tray and they were very generous with the amount. The consomé was rich and flavorful. The churros were a little doughy and dense for me. I probably would skip it next time. I can see why my child loves coming here. read more

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Its been a couple of years since I was last at Mikes. I was in the area trying a local egg tart place and remembered Mikes was close by. My guest and I walked in and it was packed, no seats available and people waiting for their orders. Smelled very good inside. My guest and I went non traditional and ordered Birria Nachos and Crunchstack. The Crunchstack was delicious, kinda like a crunchy quesadilla. The nachos were huge and the cheese used was silky smooth and kinda like a béchamel. Loaded w birria. After a few minutes I realized Mikes interior was twice as big as the last time I was there. They took over a neighboring business space and opened it up. The dining area is probably twice the size and kitchen is in a different area. It looks great and makes eating inside easier! If in the area give Mikes a try. They offer very good birria in the Claremont area! read more

Mike's Red Tacos - #2 Plate on Taco Tues - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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The crunch stack is amazing! Get the consome to dip it in and you won't regret it. Staff is always great and the music is bangers all the time! read more

Oh. My. Gosh. This place is unbelievable. I'm a foodie and this was fantastic. I had the crunch stack, and we also got the Birria tacos and ramen. We would absolutely get everything again. Service is quick. Ambiance resembles chipotle style seating. High recommend. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place was exactly what we were looking for when my family craved Birria tacos in SD!! We went to other places in Old Town and they didn't put cheese or give us consome in the Birria tacos. This place makes them with flavor, a lot of cheese, consome and plenty of toppings and sauces! The nachos are perfect if you aren't a taco person. The churros hit the spot and are good for sharing. read more

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Came here on a Taco Tuesday and was able to find parking just fine. Restaurant is very clean and the food prices were very fair. FYI, you get an extra taco for the Mike's Meal on Tuesdays. Food: Fantastic. Honestly had mild hopes for it since I thought it would just be like any other taco spot, but the Birria here was so nice and juicy and tasty. Ate all our food. Person at the register was also very helpful and patient. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Nice and clean. Food looks amazing. Prices are fair. - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Arrived just after opening for lunch and there was plenty of seating. Ordered a Mike's Meal and it was absolutely delicious. You can't go wrong with any of the salsas at the bar either! Food came out pretty quickly and staff was friendly. Will definitely be coming back! read more

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I've been wanting to try Mike's Red Tacos for a while and it did not disappoint! Our group ordered a variety of items so I got to sample a few different entrees. Standouts were the Mike's Meal ($13.99), which comes with two birria tacos + chips + consome and the Crunch Stack ($13.99). Both were flavorful and satisfying. The Cali Burrito ($14.99) and Breakfast Burrito ($14.99) were also solid - generous in size and filling. In addition, ordered the cheese quesadilla ($7.99) for a toddler and there were four huge pieces - definitely had lots of leftovers. There's a self-serve sauce bar with about six different options ranging in heat levels. I enjoyed the mild salsa and the jalapeño salsa. The restaurant is located on the corner of a plaza with plenty of parking. read more

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Overview: Great birria place, creative menu, delicious food, fast and friendly service ---- Crunchstack $13.99: - beef birria, beans, guacamole, queso, cilantro, onions, tostadas - the flavors were so yummy - it's like an elevated Crunchwrap supreme from Taco Bell - we ordered to-go so the tostadas weren't crunchy when we ate it but it was still so good - I'd recommend eating their food right when it's ready Cali Burrito $14.99: - beef birria, fries, rice, beans, guacamole, cilantro, onions, sour cream, cheese - it was good but I liked the Crunchstack a lot better - in general I'm not a big fan of Cali burritos, so take my words with a grain of salt - the food is really filling - there was just too many fries for my liking (if you compare the cross section pictures, there's a majority of fries compared to the other additions) ---- Notes: - food comes with pickled red onions, sliced radish, and limes which balances out the meal perfectly, the acid cuts thru the rich food nicely - there are 6 different salsas available, our favorite was the jalapeño salsa which was spicy but wasn't an unbearable level - shared parking in the plaza - inside seating available - the decor was pretty cool with graffiti art on the walls - service was nice, shout out Nelly for being patient and asked if we wanted our food cut in half - quick to get our food, it took only 8 minutes from ordering to the food being ready ---- Overall: I can't wait to be back, the price to portion to flavor ratios are worth making a trip for this food, must try if you come to San Diego read more

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Tacos so good you'll fight over them. Get the birra and dunk em. You will leave very satisfied and very full. I'm not gonna recommend anything, because you can't go wrong. Fast service, and polite, with a family friendly ambiance. read more

I love Mikes Red Tacos!! we love the service and the place is always so nice and clean! everyone is so friendly and the food is the best! Best birria tacos!! read more

We decided to try this place out when we were in the area. We tried the birria fries and the crunchstack. I really enjoyed the crunchstack!! It comes with a lot of filling and I like that it has generous portions of meat and the other fillings. The birria fries were also good and I'm glad the guac came with everything without it having to be an add on. There is also a salsa bar with a bunch of different options. I didn't think any of them were super spicy but they have a good variety. The food also came out very quickly and service was friendly. There is a parking lot outside. It's probably a better place to go with smaller groups because there were limited larger tables. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Super proud of Mike and his red tacos! Tried this out years ago when it was a food truck... now not only do they have a Clairemont and Point Loma location, but they've expanded the Clairemont one to a much bigger shop next door and are opening up in Mira Mesa! I frequent Mike's a few times a year and everything I've tried here has been amazing in my opinion and I've brought multiple different friends to try and they all agree. The Birria tacos with consommé are promising, I recommend that for sure. Recently tried the Birria quesadilla and it's pretty good as well. My partner always gets the burritos and loves it. The meat and consommé always hits the spot. They also have other birria items as well New shop has so much more tables and a restroom now! So much more space. Love it! Service is always nice, never an issue. read more

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Birria officianados! The California birria burrito was incredible and the tacos were excellent. The staff were so friendly and the restaurant was immaculate and comfortable. Highly recommend! read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Birria Taco and Cali Burrito COMBO with the jalapeño sauce - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

I enjoyed a meal here the other day with a friend. It was Taco Tuesday so we got 3 tacos for the price of 2. The tacos are full of flavor and the birria style makes them even better. The prices are affordable and the staff were helpful and friendly. If I'm in that area again, I would definitely want to eat there. read more

Great Service, Delicious food, and clean dining room. Parking lot is a little tight. I had a Birria Taco and Cali Burrito -- only complaint was I asked for crispy well done fries but got the regular soggy ones. I ate there... sooo no they didn't get soggy on the ride home. Still tasted great. read more

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I haven't been here in a while but would love to update my review. They did change their interior which looks a lot better and more spacious than before. They have a salsa bar and an area where you can get your own fountain drinks. The food is delicious as always and my absolute favorite Birria tacos in San Diego. The service was excellent and they were friendly. You order first and then they'll call out your number. It does get packed inside quickly so if there's two of you, then 1 person will order while the other one secures a table. You can also order to go. There's parking available out in the parking lot. This place is a must! read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Inside - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is our second time coming here. The service was excellent, the restaurant was very clean. The food was so delicious, you get a lot of food. It's well worth the prices. I like how they separate the noodles in the Birria Ramen from the consome so it does not get soggy. read more

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AWARENESS: My son and I stayed in Miramar last month and I saw on Yelp Mike's Red Tacos (the OG location) was not too far away. And since my son had never tried it before, I thought Mike's would be a good and cheaper option for a late night dinner. NARRATIVE: We arrived just before 10 pm and at first glance, I noticed this location appeared smaller than the new location in Point Loma. The menus are the same and staff and the staff, just as friendly. My son ordered both their Birria Ramen and Quesadilla. I ordered the Ramen and two tacos. The wait for our to go food was about 15 minutes and we headed back to base to consume our meals. My son didn't care for Ramen and I told him, I beleive the Point Loma location added more meat and had a better presentation. On the other hand, the tacos and quesadilla were good. SCENE: This Mike's location is located in the city of Clairemont, in a strip mall off of Genesee Avenue. RECOMMENDATION(S): Not a bad place for late night dinning but, I truly think the Point Loma location does it a bit better. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - The other Mikes. - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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We love Mikes, the flavor is so good. Portions are generous. Fresh ingredients. Great salsa. I eat here at least 2x a week. Gotta try it. One of my favorite spots in San Diego. read more

Tried this spot for the first time, here are some thoughts. Not much seating if you're planning on eating there, so keep that in mind. Not great for large groups for eating in, but I saw a couple that made it work (group of 5). Ordered the 2 birria tacos with cheese, flavor was delicious! I was pleasantly surprised that the tortilla for my first taco was crispy and not soggy. Unfortunately, they went really light on the meat, lol. I wouldn't rank it as my #1 birria spot in San Diego, but I would go again if I were in the area and in the mood. read more

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I saw this place a few times on Insta, and it looked so good and definitely did not disappoint. I personally am a big fan of the crunchwrap at Taco Bell, so I got their more elevated version of that, the Crunchstack and would definitely get again. It hit the same spot except with noticeablely higher quality ingredients. I also got their birria tacos, which were so flavorful and cheesy especially when fresh and hot. The service is pretty fast as well even when the restaurant is full. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here for Taco Tuesday a little after 9 PM. You order at the counter, and even though there were a few people in front of me, the line moved quickly. The place was absolutely packed. There were only a couple of booths open so it definitely had that busy, high energy vibe. I ordered Mike's Meal, which comes with two tacos, dipping sauce, and chips. On Tuesdays, they throw in a third taco with the meal, which is a solid deal. They also have a huge salsa bar with at least six or seven different options so you can really customize everything. My order was ready in less than 10 minutes. They call your name and you grab it at the counter. The tacos were delicious. The birria was super flavorful, and one taco alone was pretty filling. I couldn't finish everything so they gave me a little to go container to take the rest home. The price is a bit on the higher side. It was $16.15 for Mike's Meal, and that didn't include a drink. That said, the quality was there. There's a tipping option at checkout, though it's not mandatory. It's always a little funny seeing that at counter service spots where you're picking up your own food and filling your own drinks. Service was fast. I wouldn't say the staff were overly friendly, but they were efficient and kept things moving. Overall, the food was great and came out quickly. I'd definitely recommend checking it out for Taco Tuesday. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Mike's Meal - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

These tacos are definitely a hit!! They taste pretty authentic and the different sauces are a staple for them! 10/10 love going there read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Red Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by this taco shop after being in the area to shop. Only one issue with the place they didn't have a restroom or a place where you could wash your hands. We improvised. Loved the food and the consume was good. A bit watered down, but still good. I liked being able to choose salsa from the bar for my chips. It was just the right amount for lunch. Parking was easy, but the place was so busy tables were at a premium. A way to wash up would be great. read more

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Really hard to find a great Birria spot but this spot quickly surpassed my expectations. So much variety on the menu. You can get classic birria tacos or even ramen. Service is fast and the staff are incredibly nice and helpful. The side sauces at spicy but great variety to choose from. I asked for the queso on the side and it was fantastic to dip my Crunch stack in. read more

Mike's Red Tacos - Crunchstack - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California