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    Rubio's Coastal Grill

    3.6 (255 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Seafood, Salad
    Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    A 15$ bean, rice,cheese chicken burrito

    As two bean, rice , cheese chicken burritos because they're small. 30$ and I'm still hungry. They're tasty but in what world. Go to Miguel's jr down the street.

    California bowl with chicken
    Sarah E.

    My friend and I stopped on to get food before going to a play. From the start it wasn't a great experience. The person wasn't super friendly, not sure if an off day or what. anyway, ordered the California chicken bowl for $13.45. It's an item I've had before at other locations so I knew I liked it and what to expect. Why is the bowl not even half full??? Not even with rice and beans filler. For almost $14 I expected more (and have gotten a full bowl before) We were there at dinner time (around 6) so there should have been enough on hand to meet the needs of a dinner rush. Taste was adequate, but not amazing. Very disappointed start to finish. Sadly, this is the kinda of thing that will make people not come back and why the company is going out of business. Try another location maybe, but this one was r worth it.

    Tuesday taco specials!
    Lilly G.

    This Rubio's is located in the Costa Mesa Courtyard right across from Buffalo Wild Wings. While I agree with some of the reviews about the portions getting smaller, this place is great in a pinch. The employees here have always been nice. My favorite season to come is around November when they start offering Langostino Lobster Burritos/Bowls w/ drawn garlic herb butter! They usually begin offering Chicken Tortilla Soup as well. Check in on Yelp and you can get $2 off any Langostino entree. On Tuesdays, they offer $1.99 Fish Tacos or Classic Chicken Tacos or $2.29 for the Fish Taco Especial Tacos or Steak Tacos. You seriously cannot order yummier tacos for less anywhere else. Not eating carbs? Substitute the Mexican or Citrus Rice with Cauliflower Rice for $2 more. Brown Rice w/ Quinoa substitutes are for $1. Cauliflower rice is pretty darn good! I love pickup & love love love the option to do curbside where you pull up to the front parking spots with signs and call to tell them you're there. You don't even have to get out of your car. It's the same convenience of a drive thru without having to wait. Enjoy!

    What a deal! Tuesdays only.
    Elle K.

    It's a typical Rubio's but a bit more inviting, because it's so spacious. Great to come here after a beach day or kayaking. Be sure to download their app. It's constantly enticing folks to come by with all sorts of special deals. In fact, that's why I came by today. Free Guac and Chips with any purchase. Check them out!

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    Great customer service. The manager Rol is always so professional, happy, and kind. We love the vegetarian options Rubios.

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    Thank you, Maribel!

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    I made the mistake of ordering takeout on a Tuesday from here BUT it was because of service and food is impeccable.

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    Thank you, Jessica! We appreciate the valuable feedback.

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    Thank you so much Winny! We hope to see you back soon.

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    Service was quick and friendly, food is good love the shrimp tacos. Nice outdoor eating area. One of my go-to lunch places near my office.

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    The service was good. The California Burrito is very tasty! It's not dry and very flavorful. It's a comfortable place and pretty chill.

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    Nijole, thank you so much for taking the time to comment!

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