The Modern Churro

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We came here on Mother's Day for dessert, after our brunch. I had heard good things and wanted to come and try it out. I love churros, and they make theirs fresh while you wait, which makes it so much better then getting a churro that's been sitting under a heater and drying out. They have several varieties of churros and different ways that you can order them. They also serve soft serve vanilla ice cream. We got the vanilla soft serve along with the bag of churros, which contains three of them. They came out piping hot and fresh, covered and that delicious cinnamon sugar. They were excellent and paired with the ice cream, it was a nice treat. The ice cream had a good texture but did taste a bit artificial, but i definitely still enjoyed it. Bottom line, of you look he churros this is your spot. They also serve food, which we unfortunately didn't get to try on this visit. They do have a small parking lot in the back and also some tables outside to sit on. read more

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I'm from the Bay! Bay Area Northern Cali. Hayward to be exact!. I'll give it up to The Modern Churro for having some of the best churros! It was sooo good we had to do a double take and took more people to come try their Churro and food! First time was thursday night after Legoland we wanted some more than nasty ass Legoland food. Then on Saturday after a day at the beach in Oceanside we decided to have lunch here! Service was spectacular. I meet the owner the first night. He was super friendly. I was telling him how we don't have much options on Churros back home. Everybody was coming in Night and day for their Churros. Come in and say hi and grab yourself some amazing Churro! This is chill cool spot! It's located in a busy corner street. Not alot sitting area but it will do. Did I mention that we will definitely be back when we are in town again! read more

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My friend was in town and her favorite dessert is churro. She wanted somewhere authentic. I had no idea where to go but Yelp this place. It's in Vista. If you come from the 78, you can take a left and then park in their parking lot in the back, not the front. My car navigation told me to pass the lot and make a you turn. They have plenty parking in the back, don't park at the law firm. The place is small. It's also a taco shop. They have the churro machine that you see in Mexico City. The dough comes out and into the fryer. We ordered the churro bites, comes with about 14 bite size. It was perfect. It was fresh! Made to order. The sugar coating wasn't too much either. Eat it fresh! We were so tempted to get some tacos, especially the birria, but held back bc we were having dinner elsewhere. Next time for sure I'll try their tacos. Taco Tuesday's are $1.79 tacos! (Carne asada, Al pastor and pollo). I wonder how long the line is, it's a good deal. read more

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Omg!! If you are around Escandido you must try this place!! We are from the Bay and this is the 2nd time we came here. After our Legoland trip we wanted we were craving real authentic churros and we found this place. We loved it!! Then, on our last day we brought my sister, BIL, and niece for late lunch after our beach day. We wanted to try their birria stuff ans Omgoodness we loved everything!!! So freaking delicious The pizza is a really good size. It comes with 4 consume. They are not stingy with their meat. We also had burrito and that was delicious too. We also had the torta and the my kids loved it and that we ordered 1 more to go. The service is amazing!! So friendly! You order in the counter and if you are eating in (outside table only) they will bring the food. It's great to enjoy the SD weather. A little loud cuz its next to the main street. There are parking in the side for their customers. I would want to come back here again, next time we visit SD. read more

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Jessica Z.

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Came in yesterday with my daughter because we were craving their delicious churros and ice cream!! They were soooo good!! Just enough to get you full! Very yummy!! Only paid $19 for the two! read more

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This place is tucks away in a corner in Vista Village with some parking spots all around. I will say the service here is super nice, they gave us extra toppings on the side too. They were very friendly and service was quick. We ordered the modern churro which came with two toppings and ice cream. I really liked the churro but did not like the ice cream it came with. It was like a low quality soft serve. But the churro is great and I wish I would've gotten just the bag of churros! There aren't really any seats inside, so it's not much of a sit down place either for dessert. read more

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This is got to be the cutest hidden gem I have found. Its not just Mexican food. Which by the way on Tuesdays the tacos are like 1.25$ I mean ya cant beat that. And they are super yummy. But the varieties of churro love that is going on in this cute little place. Omg. I am almost afraid to post on here. I dont want my little spot to get too too busy. Its not by the way. And its fun. The people that work there are super nice. I mean like they really care what you are into they ask questions. And suggest some really awesome stuff. So I went simple with a bag of churros. They little and cute and crunchy and sweet and soft and yummy and just fantastic. Go try them. By the way the cater. So try them for your next party!!!! So good. Excellent work! Everyone needs to try these guys its worth it read more

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Julianne B.

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Oh my goodness, my hubby took me here (he tried it for lunch one day while at work) the other day. My life hasn't been the same since. (and I'm not exaggerating) The Quesataco de Birria with their consommé (see my pic) is H-E-A-V-E-N Like I said in my pic, I started having cravings for more even BEFORE I got up from the table. Hubby had to coax me out of my chair. (You think I'm kidding??) The crunchy cheesy taco shell holds its crunch even with the juicy birria nestled inside and then you dip it in the consumé - oh .... my mouth is watering even as I type this. Inside the taco it's pretty simple - slow cooked birria topped with guacamole, cilantro, and onions. The consummé is literally the juice the birria was cooked in for so many hours. Oh man ... The ladies we've spoken with and ordered from the few times we've been there have always been so sweet and helpful. And they all work so hard! They're constantly cooking and are so proud of their food - giving us suggestions and their favorites. That's how I know what I know. After feeling like I couldn't top that lunch, hubs ordered churros with dipping sauces (because you HAVE to get churros at 'Modern Churro'!). KILL ME NOW! These things didn't see the light of day for long ... YUM!!! Their churro machine is beautiful (they bought it from Spain - yes, I asked) and super clean. They're made to order and have about 5 dipping sauces (dolce de Leche, caramel, chocolate, Nutella & lechera) to choose from. Need I say more? Soooo good. I'll stop there - I've done myself in describing all this and need to take a trip to Vista. Lol Need I say more? Go try Modern Churro! Like - TODAY. read more

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Jordan L.

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Large variety of churro options, I'm not big on churros and still enjoyed this place and was happy to check out something new, a great local place. Unfortunately there's not that much parking but foods great and very kind service read more

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Wow! That Cuban sandwich and fries were truly exceptional! Service was excellent with very friendly people. We shall be back! read more

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Such a great first experience at Modern Churro Cafe in Vista! My husband stopped by wanting to try it out, and even though we had never been there before, the staff went out of their way to accommodate him with a smaller serving size so he could taste it. They absolutely didn't have to do that, but they did -- and that level of kindness really stood out to us. The churros were delicious, and the customer service alone makes us want to come back. We love supporting local spots that truly care about their customers. Highly recommend! read more

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Spanish Churros ($7.99) - These are some of the best churros I've ever had--definitely better than Disneyland's and Costco's. I loved how thick the churros were and the inside was nice and fluffy. It was perfectly coated with cinnamon and sugar and made such an excellent dessert. Highly recommend! read more

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Johana V.

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Service was great , food spectacular, ambiance was really home didn't feel out of place at all loved it everyone should give it a try you won't be disappointed. read more

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Cute place! I love the heart shaped churros. I ment to get the modern churro, but got confused and got the churro Corazon. It was still very delicious! It comes with whip cream caramel drizzle and strawberries inside the heart churro. Service is good. They have seating outside. They also have food if you're not here for dessert. read more

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Lesa A.

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I finally tried their fresh churros and when they are warm they literally melt in your mouth. I highly recommend!

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James S.

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Had the birria pizza and Spanish churro and it was fantastic. Very happy to have stopped in. Service was also great. Easy five stars!

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Carrie F.

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We drive past here all the time and finally stopped in and oh my gosh wow!! Soooo good! The churros are delicious!!! The place is super clean and well kept. The service is also top notch. Very kind & welcoming people! We'll be back! read more

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Allyn C.

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Best churros around! Always fresh, perfectly crispy with just the right amount of cinnamon sugar

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These churros are worth the stop! You literally watch the guy cook the churros in front of you and then get served straight to you- hot and fresh! The ice cream and churro combo is where it's at- haven't tried the food yet, but I will be back for that! read more

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Nana M.

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So glad I found the Modern Churro while scrolling in Yelp. The reviews are accurate as their Cart churros tasted so authentic and brought me back to TJ! Service was fast and the churros freshly made to order. The sweet ladies helping us were nice and always had a smile! Definitely recommend going here for your churro fix. We'll be back to try their birria items too! read more

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Ayla R.

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So crunchy churros and so perfectly crispy. Not soggy at all, paused good with the ice cream but not needed good on its own. Staff is very nice. It's clean and quick. read more

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Noah K.

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There's not many places that serve freshly made churros. This place was closed for a bit, but I'm glad they're back open. The open kitchen is neat because you can watch the workers make your churros so you know it's fresh. The service is pretty fast and friendly. They also offer espresso and other coffee beverages. I got an espresso with Spanish style churros on my most recent visit and it was amazing. The churros were fried to perfection and were not overly sweet and the espresso helped wash everything down. There's isn't a lot of seating as it's a really small space. That's the only real issue I see with Modern Churro. read more

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Mariah T.

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Great experience with customer service Great food Great prices 10/10!! First time here and the employee made it very easy to help me choose the best order. read more

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Jayme C.

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This place is small but entirely charming! I've been here a few times. I've ordered the same sammy every time...the cuban sandwich which is one of the best sandwiches here in North county SD read more

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Jim S.

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First, the staff here were all very friendly and accommodating while we were trying to figure out what we were having for lunch and dessert. The food was excellent and great portions. My Cuban sandwich was huge and delicious and hit off the griddle. The Birria was very tender and tasty. The desserts are so fresh...they make the churros fresh to order and the. You can customize any way you want. I can tell you there was nothing left but empty containers and full bellies! Will definitely come back again. No inside seating. It there are a few tables with chairs and umbrellas outside and we enjoyed ourselves thoroughly! Please give them a try. You won't regret it! read more

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Charles K.

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I am so glad this place is back. It's a unique offering here in vista. Their multiple types of churros are really good offering lots of options. The people who work here are very nice and while a smallish space, it flows well with an outdoor space. read more

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Emma N.

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First time going to The Morden Churro! My husband got the birria torta and I the Al pastor street tacos! The employees were very sweet and even offered to move the table inside since there was only outside seating! The food was amazing and it did not disappoint! My husband and I will 100% be coming back! read more

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Kaci M.

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I've been a chef for 14 years . This place has the best churros I've ever had. best hidden gem ever.

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Kelly J.

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This place is a hidden gem. I don't think you understand... this birria is phenomenal. Went for the churros but will keep going back for the quesa birria made with their own homemade tortillas. It's giant a delicious. Esteban is so friendly and very helpful. We took it to go once and the other time sat at the outdoor table. read more

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Shay R.

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Honestly tastes just as good as Disneyland churros, maybe even better. Perfect for when you're craving churros. The only downside is that the space is small, it gets stuffy and there's not much seating. read more

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Let's just say this...we went here 3 times last week (Twice on back to back days) and once this week...and the week isn't even over yet! We've been talking about this place to all of our friends and family and on all of our social media accounts! We met up with friends from out of town yesterday and someone mentioned getting dessert and I recommended The Modern Churro and they obliged! But I wanted it to be my treat. So, upon arriving one of the workers was like we got you hooked I see! And I was like, "HANDS DOWN, BEST CHURROS EVER!" And I also mentioned, "possibly better than Disneyland!" And the worker was like, "that's awesome!" I ended up ordering 4 orders of the Mexican Churro and 1 order of the Sweet Cream Cheese filled Churro to share with 10 people! My friends straight up devoured the churros! One even went after we met up and ordered a bag to go! We've been here a total of 5 times in 2 weeks...we have no problem driving the 13 miles (1 way) to get their churros! We have even ordered, empanadas (so so), Fried potato balls (yummy) and the Cuban sandwich (very tasty). Note, this spot is small with only a few seating outside...but don't fret, if you take the churros home they taste great even having to refrigerate them and throw them into the microwave or an air fryer to crispen them up! We will definitely be going here over and over again! read more

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Pamela A.

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The food was fresh, authentic and delicious. Everything was clean and inviting. But what will bring me back over and over again is the friendly and gracious hospitality of Jenny. She was there by herself on a Saturday morning and was so relaxed and efficient that we felt like we were her only customers. The food was delivered promptly and hot. The restaurant is lucky to have her. read more

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Bri M.

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Always a great experience. Delicious ice cream and a great selection of toppings. The portions are great too. Family of 4 can share one of these! read more

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Sucked .. cashier had no people skills. Everything that was presented was as if this is all we have.

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Jose M.

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Food: Small menu but it's meant to be so if you are craving some churros and want to also make it a sundae this is the place for you. Service was quick and the ladies were very helpful and friendly. The ambiance was quiet and comforting. Parking is hard to find there are about 5 spots its more of a take-out location vice eat-in. But its a 2 mins walk from the theatre parking across the street. read more

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I absolutely love churros! It's my weakness. lol So when I saw this place pop up on my instagram. We decided to give it a try! I loved it! They make the churros fresh and you definitely taste it. Super soft and flavorful. I'm in love! I will be coming back to get my churro fix! read more

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Kristina M.

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If you're looking for a fun dessert spot, The Modern Churro is a must! The churros were crispy, warm, and made to order, and the soft serve was creamy and delicious--perfectly paired. The menu is creative without being over-the-top, and everything we tried was fresh and flavorful. I didn't get to try the tortas or tacos this time, but they looked amazing--definitely coming back for those. Great vibe, friendly staff, and a solid addition to the neighborhood! read more

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Orlando P.

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We finished dinner in Carlsbad and I wanted something sweet to finish the evening. I quickly searched and found The Modern Churro. I'm glad I did. Found the place and it was like a bright spot in the darkness. It was warm and wonderful with the aroma enticing my sweet tooth. There were many people 25 minutes before they closed, yet they were able to serve all with a friendly smile. I got the Modern Churro with soft serve swirl and caramel and it was good. Everything on the menu looked good so definitely coming back for more!!! read more

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Always love seeing Cuban spots being from South Florida! Grabbed a cuban coffee and some papa rellenas and they were delightful! This is a hidden gem and I will definitely be coming back to try the empanadas! read more

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376 Vista Village Dr
Unit C
Vista, CA 92083
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(760) 536-3499
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Hours

What time does The Modern Churro open?

The Modern Churro opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does The Modern Churro close?

The Modern Churro closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.The Modern Churro closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri-Sat 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does The Modern Churro take credit cards?

Yes, The Modern Churro takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Modern Churro have catering options?

Yes, The Modern Churro does have catering options.

Does The Modern Churro have a drive thru?

No, The Modern Churro does not have a drive thru.

Does The Modern Churro serve alcohol?

No, The Modern Churro does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does The Modern Churro allow dogs?

Yes, The Modern Churro allows dogs.

Does The Modern Churro have TVs?

No, The Modern Churro does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Modern Churro have bike parking?

Yes, The Modern Churro has bike parking.

Does The Modern Churro have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Modern Churro has outdoor seating options.

Does The Modern Churro have parking?

Yes, The Modern Churro has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Modern Churro wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Modern Churro is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Modern Churro have free WiFi?

No, The Modern Churro does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

The modern churro is a new business specializing in handmade unique churros & adding a cuban cafe vibe! Stop by for breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert for this one of a kind food! This is truely a hidden gem! Plus we specialize on street tacos asada,al pastor,Birria, and grilled chicken,the Quesabirrias and pizza Birria are unique

History

Established in 2023.

This is a new concept as a take out mexican restaurant that features fancy Churro Desserts ,Soft Serve Ice Cream,platanitos fritos and delicious mexican street tacos,Quesatacos, Quesabirrias,Ramen Birria and pizzabirria. We have some seating outside but it's a small place. Small but Mighty. our food and churros are always fresh we cook them as you order

Meet the Business Owner: Rene R.

I bought the restaurant from a friend who's parents brought him from Cuba when he was 7 years old. He grew up Always eating his Mom's cooking and he loved it. Now, I have the opportunity to use his Mom's recipes for the Cuban Food, including the best-selling Cuban sandwich and potato balls with ground beef in the center with cheese. Plantains were a staple when he was growing up, too, and we offer those. But he had a sweet tooth and had to add his own homemade churro varieties. From the Modern Churro with the Soft serve and all the toppings to the Filled Churros with Nutella, Dulce de Leche or my favorite, we make in-house, Sweet Cream Cheese. And now, I can share the best Cuban Coffee Espresso . Try it with evaporated milk and Brown Sugar. Don't forget our creation of the Churro shake. Yum.plus, we have the best birria and street tacos

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Another amazing meal! My wife said the beans were special. The portions are always MASSIVE. I…read moreordered 3 mini birria tacos and the chunks of meat in those tortillas almost moo'd they were so big. I need to visit and eat in person because Rancho Grande El Toro might be one of my favorite Mexican spots in the area.

I like this place. It's not super authentic or fancy. It's just comforting and low key. I don't…read morereally like table and chairs. I prefer booths, but I don't mind it here. The staff are friendly and accommodating. The restaurant is a little on the darker side, you don't get blinded while you're there. It's not so dark that you can't see clearly. It's a perfect balance I'd say. It's a clean place. However, stay out of the bathroom. I went in there once and it looks like it needs some serious remodeling. I don't go there to use the restroom though. I gave them four stars because of the bathroom, but the food and service are definitely five stars.

Clean Empty Dining Area

Two Shredded Beef Tacos Dorado Combination Plate

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Cocina Del Mar

4.7(88 reviews)

5.3 mi

The food was absolutely delicious, and I was so impressed by the quality and flavor of every dish…read more It is clear that a lot of care goes into the preparation, and knowing that Cocina Del Mar is a family-owned business makes the experience even more special. It is wonderful to support a local establishment that truly cares about the food they serve and the community they are part of. Thank you for providing such a fantastic dining experience. I look forward to visiting again soon!

Covina Del Mar San Diego, CA…read more Food: Is there anything better than authentic Mexican food... when in the mood. We ordered Fish Tacos and Steak and Chicken Sopas. The fish taco had a great presentation and tasted great... grilled fish moist and flavorful along with the fresh Pico. The Sopas were delicious l enjoyed the chicken more than the steak nevertheless I would definitely order them again. Service: A bit of a language barrier nevertheless we work through it. Our waitress was so friendly and patient with us. Ambiance: Cantina vibe, clean and well organized.

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Tolin's Taco Shop

4.6(118 reviews)

0.2 mi

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OMG so so good California burritos (we got carne asada and…read moremy son likes one with chicken) Carne asada fries And the young lady that works there is so friendly and accommodating

There are taco shops and then there is the real thing. I knew this tiny hole in the wall was going…read moreto kick ass even before I walked in. You enter and there is an awesome salsa bar with many salsas, Mexican carrots and onions, chopped onions, and so much more, Mexican soccer (ok, futbol) on the tube, homemade aguas frescas, and real cooking happening behind the counter. You should be convinced by now that this is the real deal. I beg you: please do not order a bean and cheese burrito here. The adobada burrito is wonderful. It is perfectly-sized and the meat is freshly-cooked, well-seasoned and delicious. I have no doubt every item on the menu tastes great, probably even the bean and cheese burrito. With your burrito, you get two small plastic cups for salsa and a baggie for carrots or peppers or whatever. It is 25 cents for each additional salsa cup, which seems a little steep. But whatever you do, make sure you get the chipotle salsa. It may be the best salsa in history. It is honestly that good. I drove 25 minutes getting there and another 25 minutes getting home in order to try this place out, and there is a taco shop a quarter mile from me that I happily passed. I would make this drive every time.

2024 menu. Size options for asada nachos/fries! I wish this was the norm.

Cali burrito and all 6 salsas

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La Perla De Michoacan

4.6(36 reviews)

3.4 mi

Horrible customer service. We waited over 10 minutes at the window while staff were clearly there,…read morebut no one acknowledged us at all. We were the only customers no line, no crowd yet still completely ignored. Not even a simple greeting. After standing outside the truck for that long with no response, we decided to leave without ordering. Unfortunately, we never got the chance to try the food, so I can't speak on its quality. However, the pricing is on the higher end pricing. As for the atmosphere, parking is very tight and the setup is outdoors, which made the wait even more uncomfortable. Really disappointing experience.

Randomly saw this place on chance and wanted to try. Don't see a lot of seafood looking trucks so…read morehad to check it out. Got fish tacos and they were pretty solid. Some of the best breading I've had on a fried fish tacos and all the flavors were there. My only fault would be the fish to tortilla ratio, in which the amount of fish we got was really inconsistent from taco to taco. IMO, very important when it comes to tacos. Service was fine. Overall a fun experience, great vibe, and a good time!

Small parking lot shared with liquor store next doors

Homemade Habanero, spicy mayo and chipotle sauces

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Taqueria Chabelita

4.4(76 reviews)

1.9 mi

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Yummy little taco shop in vista, the cashier was very friendly & welcoming! I tried a quesabirria…read moretaco that came with the broth it was delicious & a crunchy beef taco which was just ok didn't have too much flavor I also tried a bowl of menudo and that was extremely flavorful and yummy! I'll be back to try more items

Delicious and Authentic Mexican food in Vista! Feels like someone's abuela made it with love! The…read moreMachaca Breakfat Burrito, queso birria, and chile relleno were the stars of the show the last time I went here! The dinner specials are always unique and delicious! Their sauce game is on point!!

Birria broth

Menudo, queso birria, taquitos, guacamole, and machaca breakfast burrito

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Las Brisas Mexican Cuisine

4.2(152 reviews)

3.0 mi

This was my fav place. Went tonight and three strikes--food was awful, portions significantly…read morereduced, and took over 30 minutes at 5:30 pm to get two carnitas street tacos and enchiladas suizas. One of customers asked if ownership had changed and lady behind counter said yes. I am super bummed. The carnitas was awful. It wasn't shredded and it wasn't charred crispy. Beans and rice--bland and beans were too mashed. Enchiladas suizas--the chicken was good. The sauce wasn't. Just a super drag after a bad day. Now I have to find a new Mexican place.

We had been to the previous San Marcos location and enjoyed the food. They are no longer there. We…read morejust discovered this location and had a very tasty dinner. Order at the counter & they bring you the food to your table. Food wasn't spicy but flavorful. Would have liked a little more heat. Heard the burritos are yummy. Will try those next time. Friendly service. Family run restaurant. Lots of parking in their lot. Off the beaten path in the Ocean Hills area. Local clientele.

1st customers! Yahoo!

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Evaga Lounge

4.6(269 reviews)

6.4 mi

Based on recommendations and tried it and food was very good server was great that night he served…read moreand waited all on his own and did it with a smile and was very gracious Try the Baja fish tacos

Came in for an early dinner and to try this place out. Have heard many things via social media…read more For starters, we got complimentary chips & salsa. The salsa was good IMO, though the rest of the table thought it was too spicy. For drinks we chose a Mexican Candy ($15) and Hibiscus Margarita ($14). They were okay. I think not really worth the price (barely any buzz). I'll probably stick with a beer next time but that's okay. For food, we ordered the Chile Relleno & Cheese Enchilada ($20), Queso Birria Taco Plate ($18) and for me, the Fajita Mixta ($26). Everyone liked their food. For me, I've had better fajitas elsewhere (Mariscos Hualtulco is my fav) but these were still good (except no green bell pepper for some reason). I noticed the *new* menu price for the fajitas was $29 (Mixta), but on the bill it was still $26 (old menu price). So be aware, the new price is coming obviously. I want to try the Molcajete but $38 is a stretch! Atmosphere was okay. It was a Saturday and although it was early, I expected a more vibrant feel, but maybe that comes later in the night. There was plenty of seating. Parking was okay, but the lot was oddly packed however even though the restaurant was not. I would come back to try something else on the menu, but with so many great Mexican options in our area, they need that extra something to attract more patrons. A happy hour with $10 margs for starters would be nice.

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Double shot extra añejo CaliFino tequila!

Craft Coast Beer & Tacos

Their meat is not just flavorful, but it's so tender! Generous with the guac, and their hot sauce…read moreselection has really great flavors and kick! Especially this one green sauce Their veggie taco has grilled mixed veggies that were not over cooked or dry. I enjoyed how they took care of the veggies with the same amount of care with the meat. Flavored nicely and cooked well! Place has a dog friendly patio and can get packed. Service is also pretty decent!

This place is great!…read more Wife and I came out on a date night to this local spot we've been trying to come to for months. It was on a Friday night, the place was packed, and difficult to find a spot to park. The line to order was almost out the door, but still fast to get through, and we were quick to choose what we wanted before struggling to find a spot to sit and talk. After about 15 minutes, our order was ready and we got to enjoy our food. We started with the Carne Asada Nachos, Refried Beans on the side. The meat was flavorful, very tender, and plentiful atop a pile of crisp and fresh tortilla chips. The cheese was nice and salty and the sour cream was warm to the point where it drizzled over it all nicely. All in all, it was a very tasty start to the night. The only two issues I had with it were that the guac was a bit overly pureed, making it kind of runny. And the refried beans had a very sour flavor, making me think that they were over the edge of going spoiled. I had to thank my wife's aversion to eating beans, helping us avoid having them spooned on top, which would have ruined this course. I also had an Al Pastor Taco, Craft Coast Style. The whole it was crisped up well, the cheese forming a great crust on the inside of the taco. The meat was sweetly marinaded, flavorful and delicious. On top of it was a good amount of beans, onions, cilantro, and guacamole, making for a good sized taco without any overflowing. It was pretty damn tasty. So, our first trip out here had more highs than lows, resulting in a very positive initial dinner. I'm sure those beans were just a one-off, at least I hope they were. And there's still hope that the guac may have had too much lime or had been overly mixed this time around. A second trip is definitely in the cards, with more of the family to expand what comes to the table.