Nancy's Taco Shop 2

This was our second time here, this time for brunch! We got the burrito and the queso fundido…read more OMG!! The queso fundido was sooooo amazing! I definitely want to get it again in the future. The burrito was so good as well. I was not too fond of the agave syrup drizzle as I don't like mixing sweet and savory, but if that's your thing, go for it! Eventually I only had room for the filling, so that was nice and savory. The cafe de olla was delicious as well. I REALLY commend this restaurant for not using AI graphics. The signs and menu looked like they were designed by a real designer. Great job! My only complaint was that the table next to us had an iPad kid with loud volume. I feel that restaurants should impose policies of not letting personal devices be so loud as to not bother other patrons.

We've been here twice for dinner and definitely ambiance is good:…read more 1st try: We tried the La Jefa asado molcajete for two and its definitely worth it for the price. It's huge and we really liked the combination of steak, chicken, shrimp, sausage and chorizo. I really liked how they separated the beans in a cup, the rice and the tortillas. Very neat and clean. 2nd try: My husband tried the Mar Y Tierra Burrito and its very very spicy. We couldnt finish it so we put it to go. I ordered the Enchiladas Sirloin Ranchero and definitely a huge serving. It was my first time to try enchiladas and honestly I struggled to understand what I'm eating. Was it supposed to be super soggy and everything in one plate? I dont understand why they had to put beans within the plate and the plate seems overflowing. I dont know where the Sirloin is. The spicyness was tolerable for the enchiladas but I believe I regret ordering it. I cant finish it so also asked for to go.

Chicken Tinga Empanadas

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Lobster & Black bean Chipotle Flautas

Casa De Pico

3.9(2.1k reviews)

2.0 mi

The food is always amazing at this place. The service is why we keep coming back as well. If you…read morestop by, ask for Alfonso G. He's very caring and truly the best server we've had.

Our server J.C. Dwight is such a delightful person. Very tentative to our needs in our dinning…read moreexperience. Always has a smile and his personality is very warmly. We come to Casa De Pico for great food, but always asking hostess for J.C. tablet, and are willing to wait for his table. Mr. Dwight makes our dining experiences truly wonderful.

Pico's Chimichanga

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Mochisimos Taquitos

Mario's De La Mesa Restaurant

4.0(496 reviews)

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I was fortunate to be back at Mario's De La Mesa during the Flag Day Parade. My Mom and I enjoyed…read morethe parade immensely. We needed to eat so we decided on Mario's! The food was impeccable and delicious as usual. I highly recommend it here! You always leave happy!

$16 for a bean and cheese burrito?!! No thanks!!…read moreMargaritas were not good! So disappointed! Had to ask for napkins, had to ask for silverware and then had to ask for the check!!! Not busy, service was lacking!

Colorful decor

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¡Feliz Navidad de Mario's!

Chuy's Taqueria y Burritos

first time ordering here (always looking to try breakfast burritos from different places) and…read moreWOW!!!! i ordered a steak and bacon breakfast burrito and it was 10/10, it was so delicious and it had hashbrowns which added good texture! my partner got another hashbrown and we requested dairy free and they did it perfectly :) i also always care about the salsas and their red and green salsas were GOOD! everything was so good and the service was great and friendly, will definitely be ordering here again!!

I just moved in the area and wanted some quick Mexican food !…read more Carne Asada Fries - 4/5 - Meat was very flavorful and tasty. Fries were golden and crispy. Guacamole & pico was fresh ! Their salsa verde was not the best, wish it was a bit better. The diced tomatoes is different, feels more refreshing with the combination of everything else. The shop is really small, maybe like 4 people can eat inside. The service was exceptional. Solid Mexican spot in El Cajon Area. Will be trying more from the menu soon !

Pork belly tacos

California Burrito

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QuesaBirria Taco

Chuy's Taco Shop

4.4(1.2k reviews)

2.8 mi•Rolando

Whoaaaaaa! Half order of carne asada fries is huge!!…read moreTostada is delicious - but if you don't like cheese, might want to ask for it on the side - they put a lot a lot! Rolled tacos are the best here. And they Chuys burrito- what a delight. Flavorful, huge portions, and service with a smile (Hi Novel! You are so friendly and cheerful!) We'll be back.

Came here on Tuesday and to my surprise they had a taco Tuesday deal. You can get 3 mini tacos for…read more$10.99 along with a canned drink. The con is that all three tacos have to be the same meat, you cannot mix and match. The tacos are filled with a lot of meat and each taco is has a double tortilla and I felt that you could essentially turn one taco into two with the portion. My boyfriend got a burrito and it was massive - as big as my fore arm! He really enjoyed it and it had a lot of meat inside. We also got a horchata which was refreshing for the heat but pretty sweet. The place was great for a quick lunch. You order at the counter before self seating and then they bring the food out when it's ready. They have a huge menu with a lot to choose from. They also have a salsa bar with about 4 different salsas, but my complaint is that none of them are spicy enough.

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Cocina de Barrio

My sister recommend this location when a friend of mine and I were looking for a place to have…read morebrunch on a Saturday and I am so happy she did! We got there early and got a good spot in the Patio. The service was amazing Jose and Karen provided what felt like white glove service in a fun atmosphere. I saw Jose take a glass of Milk with a Paleta Payaso to a kid as a surprise and the look on the child's face was worth his efforts! Bottomless mimosas were good! We had the Mango Habanero Aguachiles and the Breakfast Tlayuda as well and both were superb. For me the Aguachiles needed a bit more spice so Karen recommended their matcha salsa and that went well with everything! Will definitely be coming back! Thank you all for a great experience!

Cocina de Barrio was a fantastic dining experience! We started with the guacamole oaxaqueño and…read morechips, which were fresh, flavorful, and the perfect way to kick off the meal. The tacos de birria were delicious, packed with rich flavor and tender meat. The mango habanero aguachile was a standout, offering a refreshing balance of sweet mango and spicy habanero. To top it all off, we enjoyed a bottle of Santo Tomás Cabernet, which paired beautifully with the bold, vibrant flavors of the food. Overall, a great spot for delicious Mexican cuisine, creative flavors, and a wonderful dining experience. Definitely worth a visit!

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Mango-Tajin Popsicle Margarita

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3.5(423 reviews)

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Homey Mexican decor theme throughout. We decided to forgo appetizers as chips and salsa seem to be…read moremore 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!

We came to this one hoping for better service than we have received at the one in Alpine recently…read more Definitely not impressed. They were slow and not very busy . Food was ok , not a wow experience. Friendly server , just the rest didn't align so only 3 stars . I would rather continue going to the one in Alpine for now .

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Nicely decorated

La Posta De Acapulco

4.4(291 reviews)

1.6 mi

Delicious I had never been here but this place is super delicious I'll be coming back for sure…read moregreat customer service.

Well as after fifty-one years, it's very clear that La Posta De Acapulco needs no introduction as a…read morewalk up Mexican restaurant. Looking beyond the obvious that La Posta De Acapulco needs no drive thru. Just to review, it seems to me that their known for popular menu items like: Menudo, Beans, and their famous bacon breakfast burrito with beans. With that said, in this Yelp review I want to highlight that the experience while at La Posta De Acapulco Mexican restaurant was good overall. The seating areas were clean, and the service was good. The food was hot, and flavorful. I opted for the #16 and the #10. Portions are decent, and prices are fair; expect to spend twenty dollars per person, don't forget to ad tax. Enjoy

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Sore front

City Tacos

4.1(1.1k reviews)

1.0 mi

(Edit: thanks to the kind response from the owner I realized this was just an unintentional error…read moreand not a menu change. I would never complain about a truly honest mistake. We love City Tacos and will continue to visit on a regular basis.) We love City Tacos in La Mesa. We come here often. Normally when you order the carne asada tacos they are made from perfectly charred seasoned beef. I recommended them to my husband and said everything else pales in caparison as a beef eater. What we received tonight was a shredded beef taco with pieces of pork rinds on top. I was so disappointed. If this was an attempt at a replacement or trying something new the cashier should have said something. Please just be honest as to what you are serving for the night so we have the opportunity to make different choices if needed. I'll be back, but now I'll have to ask a lot of questions before ordering since I don't trust the menu.

First time visiting with the hubby.... I personally didn't care much about my visit. Service was…read morefriendly. Quality of food - not so great. What we ordered: * Frijoles Charros * Mexicali Taco * Quesibirria Taco * Chile Relleno Taco The frijoles charros were a little cold & lacking flavor. The quesibirria also lacked flavor & the tortilla seemed a little stale w/ rancid flavor. The chile relleno taco wasn't great. When they brought it out i thought it was a piece of grilled fish..... The only items I enjoyed were the mexicali taco which was pretty tasty & then green salsa. Perhaps it was just an off night.... However, I won't be visiting again.

16Jul2024

Surf and Turf on the left Crunchy Shrimp on the right

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Panchos Mexican Restaurant

4.3(252 reviews)

3.7 mi

Restaurant decorations, Service & food were outstanding. Drinks were excellent . Good locationread more

A couple of friends lured us here. And thank goodness for it. I have driven by a dozen of times and…read moredidn't consider stopping in. Walking into Panchos, you are immediately greeted by a bright, colorful and welcoming scene. It gives you the feeling of walking into your tía's favorite old school restaurant. The tables and benches are dark wood. And there is papel picado hanging. It's charming. You get the feeling that Panchos has been around for decades. Apparently, the restaurant has been open here since 2004. And the real star? Our server, whose name I cannot recall. He was equal parts waiter and comedian, a very kind man who was highly attentive and extremely helpful. If you like spicy salsa, be sure to tell him to bring you the good stuff from the back (after he offers you bland Tapatio). The menu is absolutely massive. They have breakfast burritos, breakfast plates, chips and fries, shrimp plates, soups (check with the team about offerings, like caldo de res), tortas, quesadillas and a kid's menu and more. I highly recommend the cheese enchiladas and the chile relleno. The chile relleno is especially good. It isn't your soggy, cafeteria-style relleno drowned in red sauce and regret. It is the best comfort food, and Panchos does it well. There is a generous melt of Oaxacan cheese, the batter is very light without being greasy. And then there was the ranchero sauce! Tangy tomatoes, a hint of garlic, and a tiny bit of chili. So very good. Also popular on the menu is a pitcher of margaritas, which you should plan on sharing with three others. The mango margarita is also quite nice. And they also have a Baileys & Coffee. And you can easily get a delicious, filling meal for $20 or less. All around, a great place.

Flowers in parking lot !

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selvin p.

18 years ago

I totally disagree with Daniel's review!!!! first of all this place closes at 9pm the latest so there we find one lie! thank you. i've always been a satisfied customer. they treat me with a smile all the time specially Nancy personally. once you see Nancy you see her with her smile, she's never mad nor with a bad attitude. for me they always give me my food in less than 6min. and the drink is the first thing they give you as soon as you place your order. so i don't know what went wrong with Daniel but i'm pretty sure he really never went inside this place. Go ahead and try it. and you'll see its not what it looks from the outside. another thing that i love is the peacefullness you feel as soon as you walk in. you see all this biblical sayings and pictures. also the music is christian. i don't know the owner personally but i've seen him and he looks to be a good man always asking if i need anything else. check this place out!!! let me know read more

Jenae B.

3 days ago

Nancy's Taco Shop -- A Must-Try! Nancy's Taco Shop has some of the BEST deals on carne asada tacos, and trust me, the flavor does not disappoint! The meat is delicious, everything tastes fresh, and their hot sauces are next level. Both the red salsa and the green salsa verde are absolutely incredible, packed with flavor and the perfect amount of heat. Now, I'm not usually a breakfast burrito person, but Nancy's completely changed my mind! I had a breakfast burrito so delicious that I literally cannot stop thinking about it. It was that good! The food quality, generous portions, amazing prices, and friendly service make this place a true gem. You can tell they put care into what they serve, and the flavors speak for themselves. Whether you're stopping by for carne asada tacos or grabbing breakfast, Nancy's Taco Shop is absolutely worth visiting. Food: 10/10 | Service: 10/10 | Value: 10/10 read more

Randy B.

209

15 years ago

I've come here rather consistently for 10+ years & have to say as the standard 'taco shop' goes, I like this one above the average place out there in SD. Especially since they started offering more real 'mexican' like dishes utilizing ingredients like lengua & other items typically not found at the average taco shop. This place definitely has the old 'taco shop' feel ... located in an older strip mall that most yelpers would call "sketchy", small place with your typical taco shop "booths" for seating, , you can see into the 'kitchen' area & see the standard taco shop setup ... it has the "taco shop" ambiance. But it has good consistent food. In all the years I've come here I've never come away with a "that was not good" experience with the food. And since they put some new additions on their menu that to me makes their efforts "more authentic", it becomes NOT your average taco shop. read more

Eduardo B.

3 years ago

Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. Worst taco shop ever ate. read more

Rebecca S.

176

15 years ago

Usually after eating at a taco shop I feel like I just ate too much grease (I am sure I did). However, after eating at Nancy's I don't! I love this place ... they are always very friendly and quick! I recommend their Breakfast Burritos. read more

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