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    Silva's Taco Shop

    4.0 (275 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Thomas A.

    Friendly cashier. Great Cali burrito. Carne asada was delicious and crispy on the edges. Salsas were also great. Need nap now.

    Super green salsa
    Kimberly E.

    I've been here before for breakfast burritos and they were good but I decided to try something else and was not impressed. We got a pollo asado torta and carne asada fries. The torta was put together super sloppy and the meat tasted off. Seemed like the bread wasn't toasted and everything was just falling out after a couple of bites. I'm really concerned as to why their Mexican guacamole is like a neon green and same with the green salsa. Is that the cilantro? I've never seen anything like it. Next up the fries. They were just alright. I asked for beans in them and they weren't put on. The meat wasn't seasoned well and overall just ok. Wasn't great wasn't terrible but just ok.

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    Jasmin B.

    Old school Taco shop located here in El cajon. I've been coming here for about 10 years and love their burritos! They also add in a side of spicy carrots and fried chilies as well for the burrito which I really like. I usually get the same thing every time I come which is a pollo asada California burrito. I haven't really tried other things on the menu since coming here but I decided to try the chicken California fries and they were pretty good. I also really like their red sauce. Service is usually quick unless there's a huge line then it can take about 10-15 minutes longest. There is seating inside or outside.

    Joshue T.

    California burrito de carnitas is a game changer will come back and try the al pastor burrito looks fire

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    2 months ago

    Food is amazing, so authentic and delicious! Definitely recommend, the service is great, and the ambiance is amazing.

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    2 months ago

    A quaint taco shop ran by some incredibly kind and talented people. Very consistent and very delicious.

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    1 year ago

    Food is good! friendly service and a small little mexican joint . The feel of being authentic!!

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    4 months ago

    Very bad service and food is really bad , ill never go back again , need to do better

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    5 months ago

    Owner is the coolest guy. Best al pastor I've had. Never have had a bad experience. Would recommend my favorite in east county

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    ordered the breakfast burrito and I literally laughed out loud of how small it was. This place is a freaking joke.

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    8 months ago

    Great authentic street tacos at good prices. Outstanding burritos too. Would definitely stop again if we are in the area.

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    1 year ago

    Great food and great service! Guy hooked me up to try some beans and rice. Definitely our go to Mexican food from now on

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    1 year ago

    First time ordering from here. I had the best breakfast burrito so far. well customer service.

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    1 year ago

    Absolutely the best taco shop in San Diego! Food is fresh,service is friendly. I love this place!

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    2 years ago

    Really delicious food especially their red salsa! The burritos are HUGE and the staff is very nice

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    4.3(246 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    Great Mexican food. Friendly service , I will be returning to order more food.the inside was ok.read 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.

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    I stopped by after work around 9:00 pm, absolutely starving, and was relieved to see they were…read morestill open. The restaurant sits in the Vons shopping center, so parking was easy. As soon as I walked in, the modern Mexa-inspired vibe stood out--the place was spotless, including the salsa bar. The cashier on duty was genuinely friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. I ordered the Surf and Turf Burrito and a large Jamaican drink, which came out to $22.72. The burrito was incredibly moist and flavorful, with shrimp cooked perfectly. We paired it with the green avocado salsa and the habanero pineapple salsa fresca--both delicious, with just the right amount of heat. The Jamaican drink was refreshing and not overly sweet, which I appreciated. The only letdown was the zanahorias; they were bland and tasted mostly like vinegar. Aside from that, I'd definitely come back.

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    4.4(331 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    Squeezed into a small shopping center on the corner of Washington and Magnolia sits Chuy's Taqueria…read morey Burritos. Needed a quick bite to eat so to Yelp i went ... saw Chuys had some good looking food and reviews so we took the 9 minute drive from Parkway Plaza after some holiday shopping. Upon walking in there is about nine bar stools aligned the L shaped bar table for sitting along the left wall/window. Place was spotless, super clean with pretty dope street art to your right! The woman at the register was very nice and the cook seemed to carry a great attitude as well. I noticed many customer coming were returning customers which is something I always like to see. California burrito was packed with meat and cooked to absolute perfection. I could actually taste the carne asada over everything which is honesty rare for me. The guacamole was not oozing out nor was it overpowering the taste of the whole burrito. The size of this thing was as about the size of my forearm! Filled me up for sure!! 6 rolled tacos with guacamole, sour cream and cheese was also perfectly cooked. Perfect amount of crunch on the ends and not too soft in the middles. Plenty of meat in the rolled tacos as well, which you could also taste well through all the toppings! We'll definitely be seeing you again soon Chuy's!!!

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    4.3(63 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    Nom nom nom!!! One…read moreof the first things I do when trying a new Mexican restaurant is to try the rice and beans. If they're good, the rest of the menu seems to be too. Well, Yesenia's has magical beans and rice! And guess what? Everything else is delicious too! I especially like that their refried beans have some whole beans left in. The rice is moist and flavorful. I would be a happy camper if all I had for dinner was the rice and beans but... My hubby and I are slowly going through their menu! So far, it's all fantastic! The food is very fresh, portions generous, and just tastes soooooo good! I can't wait to try the pozole next. A lady near our table had an enormous bowl of it the last time we were there and it looked delicious One of everything please! They also have a salsa bar with about 5 choices along with hot carrots/peppers, pickled onions, and limes. They have many tables and ample parking (strip mall). Everything has been clean and has a nice mix of dine-in and takeout orders. They do a great job - thank you! V & K

    This Yesenia's Mexican restaurant is associated with one in Claremont Mesa called harvest, a place…read moreI used to go to when I worked in the area. So glad I found them now in East County. Today I walked in and saw a breakfast burrito special on the board, including mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, eggs, and cheese. Delicious! The mushrooms were sautéed perfectly and blended well with the other sautéed vegetables, egg and cheese. The salsa bar is legit offering mild to spicy red and green. A word of caution, the jalapeño salsa is fire! But it taste so good. I kept going back for more punishment ha ha ha. Come in and see for yourself, the food is good, quality ingredients, and super nice people. You won't be disappointed. The restaurant was clean and tastefully decorated and the restrooms were clean and cared for. Definitely adding this to my go to quick Serve Mexican restaurant.

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    4.2(587 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    I cannot say enough about this awesome Mexican taco shop. They have a wide variety of Mexican food…read moreto choose from that tastes fresh, authentic, flavorful, and so darn good. I have yet to go inside the establishment and have only used the drive through due to convenience. One day, I hope that I will not be in such a hurry and can actually take the time to park and go inside to order, sit down, enjoy my food, and relax to feel the live experience. A family member wanted me to pick up an order of rolled tacos. I decided to pick the best place for that and surprise them by driving to "Bad Hombres" to pick up an order of 5 rolled tacos. Needless to say they loved them! They informed me it was now their favorite place for rolled tacos. I revealed to them the place was called "Bad Hombres" located in Santee so they would know in the future where to go. This is one of my favorite taco places to go. Everything tastes homemade like you are in someone's home being cooked for. This taco shop is always crowded because they put so much love and passion into the food. Next time you crave homemade Mexican food, you must try "Bad Hombres" in Santee, California because they are formidable!

    I don't know what is happening, but this place has seriously gone downhill. My pollo asado burrito…read morelacked flavor and the chicken had grease seeping from it. The rolled tacos weren't crispy and the filling was flavorless and mushy. The birria ramen (which my daughter has always loved) had very little flavor. The whole meal felt like they were cutting corners left and right. We also ordered a side of salsa and a bag of chip. The chips had no salt and were overcooked and the salsa was so small and cost $2.99. So sad to see this place have food so disappointing.

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