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Rubio's Coastal Grill

3.3 (258 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican, Seafood, Salad
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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This trash was on the table  .I ask if they could clean the table.Instead they through the trash to the floor

Trash on the floor on tables. Worst place to come to eat. The food was great just the place looked dirty

Steak nachos
Catherine M.

Ordering food was quick and easy, waited a few minutes to get our food at our table. Came just before the lunch rush on a Saturday. I got the two fish taco plate and my friend got the two fish taco plate especial and steak nachos. Soooo bomb! The difference between the original fish taco and the especial is the especial has guac in it. Anywayssss, all the Bay Area locations closed so when we go to LA, we have to make a stop here!

Fish & Chips (2 pc)
Moe N.

I ordered fish and chips combo for $7.99 and I added one more fish for $2.00 , total of $9.99 plus tax and good enough for my lunch today. fries were different type of French fries. Great combo with budget price.

I'm abt to scarf down this bad boy coz I'm bulking.
Andru W.

Hadn't been in awhile I had a pleasant ordering experience on Uber Eats nice to see Rubio's has a lot of selection now. Very nice experience picking it up with friendly faces even tho she was busy taking orders and dealing with Uber ppl it was all very smooth. The FISH and CHIPS is dynamite, very very fresh. Go on put jalapeño in my tartar, I'll allow it, Rubio's just this once! Or I'll prolly be back coz that was YUM enuff to make me get on Yelp! Haha

Surf & Turf; small portion for $15.99.  Get Asian or Hawaiian BBQ for a much better deal.
Derek I.

Surf & Turf bowl was very tiny for $15.99. Get Asian or Hawaiian BBQ for a much better deal. The location is nice and quiet, with easy parking in the back along Loara St. But Rubio's needs to give more food for what they charge.

Chicken Burrito Especial With Grilled All Natural Chicken
Jackie A.

More like an undercooked rice burrito with a few beans and 5 pieces of chicken. DO BETTER 's! This is nasty!

Nachos (black instead of pinto beans), added chipotle white sauce and fire roasted corn
Crystal C.

Had the BEST nachos!!! Whoever made my lunch cared about quality and has a love for food! Also to note swapped pinto for black beans and added white chipotle sauce and fire roasted corn. Restaurant was clean, staff was nice, gardens out back were beautiful!

Original Fish Taco® Two Taco Plate

we had such a great experience. staff was super friendly and welcoming. The salsa bar was fully stocked and clean! the food came quickly and the quality was great and super fresh!! i rubio

Excellent food and great atmosphere the staff was heaven sent and the tables were nice and clean. Thank you Jesus for Rubio.

Fish tacos (99c for National Fish Taco Day)
Grace T.

Came here for the 99c fish tacos for National Fish Taco Day. Service was just ok. I asked if the side of brown rice and quinoa was vegetarian, and the person at the register just stared blankly at me and said they didn't know. So, I asked if they could find out. They had to ask someone else who then had to shout the question into the kitchen, and it just made me feel kind of uncomfortable and like a burden for even asking. When I got the side of rice, it was literally like 2 bites of rice??? I don't know if this is normal across all Rubio's, but how are they going around charging $2.29 for 2 spoonfuls of rice? It was slightly bigger than the salsa container. This portion size is honestly offensive and a scam. Fish tacos were big and fresh. Add your own lime, onion, cilantro, pickled jalapenos and carrots, and salsas from the sauce bar. They were decent fish tacos - not bad, but I have had better. The restaurant was clean and had ample seating. Parking in the plaza is easy. I hadn't been to Rubio's in years, and, after this visit, I probably wouldn't come back unless it was the last place left on earth serving fish tacos lol.

Gabriela V.

The food was delicious. Conveniently located off the 5 freeway. Service was fast and friendly. Plenty of seating and the salsa bar stayed fully stocked. Tried the new steak fries which are an instant favorite. Located in shopping strip with lots of parking and the interior has a lot of natural light which is really nice.

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Britney M.

Come on Rubio's Coastal Grill! You've got to do better. You can't see it, but I'm shaking my head as I type this. With a frustrated look on my face. Apparently, they can't get orders correct. Even if you place your order on the phone app. I ordered an impossible quesadilla, with Mexican rice and guacamole. I got an impossible quesadilla with stale chips. Thanks guys. I also ordered a kids meal, the bean and cheese burrito, French fries and an apple juice. I received a bean only burrito and no apple juice. Wonderful (rolling my eyes and saying that with sarcasm). How you gonna do me dirty like this?! Do better Rubio's! Do better!

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Thank you, Crystal! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the nachos!

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Wow! What a great experience. We’re glad you shared, Vanessa! :)

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I'm beyond sad they closed. I went to them in San Diego and in Fresno. The best shrimp burritos and fish tacos.

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Wow! What a great experience. We’re glad you shared, Catherine! :)

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I always get the California bowl with Blackened Salmon. Delish and always reliable. What else can I say?

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Great food, reasonable prices. Staff is fantastic - fast, friendly and makes you feel at home

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