Valerie's offers the best value with most consistency throughout San Diego. I go with pollo asado or just beans and rice if I'm on a veggie kick. I highly recommend both. read more

Very good carne asada fries the texture of the meat is amazing better than any other taco shop near here!

It's clean here, cold on a rainy day but I know perfect in the summer. Didn't know this was Valerie's, it just says taco shop on the outside. We came in while charging next door and it happens to be taco Tuesday! It's only two dollars a taco and they are delicious. My favorite was the other bottle kind of taste like chorizo. It was so good.. very great service as well read more

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A solid offering for Valerie's Taco Shop. I came in for a small, quick bite before my drive back to LA. I ordered two crunchy tacos, (1 chicken, 1 beef). Both tacos were tasty and the shells didn't break on first bite. I also liked how the tacos were not overloaded with lettuce or cheese. The beef seemed to have a little bit more flavor than the chicken, but both were good. The salsa bar has 6 or so varieties and the self-served soda fountain is convenient. The service is kind and the dining room is clean and comfortable. I will definitely eat here again. Valerie's Taco Shop is A'OK! read more

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$5 for a chicken taco!? I can't with these prices. I thought maybe the tacos would be huge and delicious. Nope. Your most average taco. Salty, bad meat, okay tortillas.. for $5! That's insane. Oh and they charge 4% for paying with card. Feels greedy man. read more

The food is amazing and really good and the tacos are yummy and hella good and the meet is cooked very good read more

Valerie's Taco Shop - Asada tacos and pepino agua fresca - Tacos Near Me - Oceanside, California

My husband and I were on the hunt for some tacos while in Oceanside, and boy, are we glad we stumbled upon Valerie's Taco Shop. This place looks humble from the outside, but inside, it's a pretty inviting, open space, adorned with cute little signs and a big screen showcasing a slideshow of pictures of the various items you can order. It's perfect for a quick and casual meal. I've eaten a lot of Mexican food, but I can confidently say that this place is above average. Everything was flavorful, from the rice and beans to the enchilada and hard shell taco. They even let us swap our cheese enchilada for a chicken one, and let me tell you, that was a decision I do not regret. I'm already looking forward to our next visit!! Don't miss out on this hidden gem! read more

Valerie's Taco Shop - Major yum - Tacos Near Me - Oceanside, California

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The food is OK. My favorite thing to get is the shredded beef tostada. Typically it's always a bean and cheese burrito everywhere else I go. However, my biggest complaint is they use pre-shredded cheese so once you get home all the cheese just clumps together. You increased all your prices and it is not reflected in the quality of the food. Unfortunately, I think this may be one of our last visits, which is a bummer because you guys are so close to my house. Probably end up returning to my OG spot Lola's. A bit of a drive but definitely worth it. read more

They said $2 for the tocos everyday now 2 weeks ago. I didn't get anything today but my family member got 2 and they said no $3 always, looks like it was the owner "laughing" saying what he was saying. Must be too good or something for that price if you've never had Tacos before ........Maybe as always there their will be like 2-3 people every-time you go as we won't know anymore make sure y'all ask them to tell you the truth of what exactly the prices for everything will be and that the people working their act normal and nice not just laughing to get money read more

BEST tasting tacos I've had in along time. The beans taste homemade and authentic. The salas is to die for. You must try the green one that says spicy. You'll want to drink it the flavors are so good. I'll definitely be back. I wish I had a picture to post, but I ate it so fast! YUM!! Don't miss this tucked away delicious spot! read more

I rarely write reviews -- especially negative ones -- but I genuinely hope the owner or management sees this and takes it as constructive feedback. I've given this taco shop two chances, and both times were disappointing. The only reason I even considered returning was because I regularly charge my car in the same parking lot. I'd love to have a go-to spot for tacos while I wait, but this place is just not it -- at least not yet. The atmosphere is awkward and uninviting. There's no music, no energy. Just silence and a TV with no vibe. A basic speaker or switching a TV to a music channel could go a long way. Right now, it feels like walking into an abandoned business. The food needs serious improvement. I paid almost $20 for two of the worst tacos I've ever had. The carne asada tasted like bland ground beef. No flavor, no seasoning -- just bad. Tortillas were okay, but the guacamole tasted old. There's so much room for improvement here. Carne asada is supposed to be the star -- treat it like one. Service was just as lifeless. The cashier was polite, but she seemed bored out of her mind, sitting in the corner on her phone. I've walked by this place many times while charging my car and often thought about going in, but it always looked empty -- like it was closed. You can't draw in customers if there's no energy, no presence, and no sign of life. Again, I'm not writing this to bash the business. I want this place to do well. It has potential due to its location, but it needs better food, better ambiance, and better engagement. Please take this seriously -- I'd genuinely love to come back someday and write a glowing update. read more

Stopped by just a bit ago, rudest customer service. I went in to simply grab an agua. The cook looked at me multiple times and did not acknowledge me, then the cashier lady comes out the back and hits me with a "Que quieres". How fu$&ing rude. There are many taco shops in town to resort to. I advise you to, why spend your money at a place that employees act like you're inconveniencing them. read more

Omg I came here on my lunch break I got a carne asada torta super good and got it out quick great customer service read more

Valerie's Taco Shop - Tacos Near Me - Oceanside, California

We stumbled across this hidden gem on Taco Tuesday. I must say the tacos were amazing and flavorful. I tried the Asada, Pollo, Adobada, but my all time favorite was the Chicharon. My wife tried the Agua de Sandia and that was also amazing! My kids who are picky eaters were in love with the Asada tacos and the Horchata. The service was friendly and fast. If you are in the area stop by. It is a hidden gem in this side of the town. Highly Recommended! read more

Yummy tacos!! I've been there a couple of times. And each time was really good. I normally get chicken and shrimp tacos. The tacos are very fresh! The service is good, I believe it's family owned. The employees are pretty friendly and helpful. The only hiccup is, there's not a lot of seating for dinning in. Pretty small setting but there are tables and chairs outside which is decent. read more

Valerie's Taco Shop - Chicken and shrimp tacos - Tacos Near Me - Oceanside, California

I've been to Valerie's (2 different locations ) on a few occasions. Food is very good. I especially like to drop by for lunch and phase the $5.(0 Taco. Sounds like an expensive Taco w all the fixins but I buy one and it's huge! Very feeling. Service alway very good & friendly! It's a good switch off from the trucks version. Check it out. read more

No trip to SD is complete without tacos. Valerie's was close to our Airbnb, so we gave it a try. Initially, I was a bit put off when the worker said the tacos are "normal size," yet cost $5+ each. But, in fact, they are meatier than most. Usually, I need three to be full; here, two would've been enough. I got the Diablo, which had a great kick; carne asada, which had beans on it (but they worked!); and, of course, fried fish. Each one was hot, fresh, and super delicious. We only have a couple more days here, and plenty more restaurants to try. But Valerie's is worth a repeat visit. read more

Great tasteful food and amazing vibes definitely recommend and great customer service!!!!

This was the best California burrito I've ever had. I also got the carne asada tacos and the meat was cooked to perfection. The salsas at the salsa station are all delicious. You can tell all the ingredients are fresh and seasoned well. read more

The service is really good and friendly. i loved the atmosphere and the workers are amazing people.

Great customer service and the food is very good, highly recommend. Fresh meat and a variety of choices.

I was in the mood for Mexican food. I've eaten here before several times for the most part. Food is always been good. Service has always been good. There have been a few hiccups along the road. So today I went away from my traditional burrito and decided to go for the two tacos, beans and rice plate the number eight A little shocked price really went up used to be like 14 or 15 bucks 18 now I paid and I got the food home I opened the container Big time disappointment price went up qualities got smaller Normally, there's a ton of beans and a ton of rice and I'm not a big rice eater so I eat all the beans and not even half the rice Today's order at least half if not even less on the beans and the same on the rice so where I'd have a lot of beans in the past I had 4 forks full and the beans were gone. Same with the rice I get it I get cost of goods have gone up But it's not cool that one raise your price and then shrink your product Keep your price shrink the product raise your price product stays the same The food was good, but I was disappointed with the size and portion, especially at that price read more

Improve? Not much to work with. We never got the food we had ordered. Then they stonewalled the Citi investigation. Pitiful.

They have the best fish tacos. I love the watermelon fresca. They have a few Frescas to choose from. Price is reasonable and I always come back here when I'm hungry for tacos. Cashiers are always nice! They have a big space inside but just 4 tables inside. read more

Valerie's Taco Shop - Fried Fish Taco - Tacos Near Me - Oceanside, California

Sign says they open at 8am yet when I went in at 8:05am on a Wednesday a couple weeks ago they said they were still closed for another 10-20 minutes. I stopped in on my way out of town so I didn't have time to wait around. I was really bummed because this was my favorite place to get a bean and cheese burrito when I used to live in the area. read more

Tried Valerie's for the first time today, the Mission Ave location across from Oceanside high school. The food was very good, really liked the cheese enchilada in a combo with a shredded beef burrito. I'll be back to try the carnitas next. read more

Wow! Had a bean and rice burrito and it was so fire! Their hot green avocado salsa is off the charts The Best! I would come back just for the salsa! The lady was so kind and the food came out quickly. Definitely worth the drive! Vegan friendly. I would highly recommend and come back to Valerie's Taco Shop! read more

If I thought about it before I devoured all the yumminess Valerie's served I would've taken pictures. Carne asada burrito 5 rolled tacos carne asada fries and 2 beef tacos. Of course I didn't eat it so myself, I had help but I did taste a little but of all. Only word to describe the taste and quality of all these tasteries is BOMB! I drive from Murrieta to OSide to get a taste of a plate 80's early 90' southeast taco shop and Valerie's did not disappoint. My only complaint was the self serve salsas were bubbling which meant they were sitting out for too long. But I'm definitely going back...soon read more

I got the carne asada burrito the meat was good and the hot sauce is good they have different ones and place looks clean food came out quick

was meeting extended family for a non-food event in Oceanside. got to the neighborhood a little early and was looking for an excuse to forestall my arrival. Valerie's Taco Shop seemed as good a reason as any. having made multiple visits to the South O location (that's South Oceanside for non-locals), confidence was high whatever I ordered would be good. decided on a CABEZA TACO. the taco was tasty with lots of unctuous meat (can you ever get enough head?) but at nearly $4 each, kinda pricy. ps: a lot less drama seeing extended family than expected. it's sad how crazy I can make myself stressing over worst-case scenarios. I wish I could learn that less and stop putting myself through all the silliness. pps: don't you love it when you finish eating and your lips are sticky? read more

Valerie's Taco Shop - CABEZA TACO -- tasty, onions are a bit chunky, lots of meat (can you ever get enough head?) but at nearly $4 a piece, pricy ... - Tacos Near Me - Oceanside, California

Delicious every time. Any item on the menu is good. I do love their tacos. They are fast and affordable and tasty. Customer service always nice. The seating and location isn't great, but the food is. read more

Normally the food is great yes expensive but that's how all food costs now. Today about 2:30pm bought the number 4 chicken taco combo I only live less than ten minutes from restaurant. Food was ice cold when I got home chicken tacos dripping with grease. So for $16 are you kidding me. read more

love the food taste delicious and would definitely recommend coming here! 10/10 service and wonderful

Not as consistent as the other locations and salsa bar is always out which is my favorite part of Valarie's still good though

They need to invest in better seating and maybe a little music or something. Ambiance is terrible but the food tastes amazing. And that's what is most important. The carne asado bowl was great and the salsa bar had great spicy salsas. read more

Great place to come and eat, they have such a verity of menu items. The fruit water " aguas frescas" drinks are the best. The people are friendly and welcoming. read more

The inside of this restaurant is really pretty and clean. And it's really spacious, which is great since the cool wind blows in. The lady who took my order was welcoming and complimented my makeup. (^: I believe there is a 4% surcharge for card transactions, so the total with tax was $14.04. This is the biggest burrito I've ever eaten or at least in a long time. The tortilla tastes very fresh, which is one of the reasons I chose this place. Plus, the shrimp was super juicy. A little sad I didn't get any salsas in my taco order, but the burrito was a bit too salty anyway. It might just be my sensitivity to sodium though. It's a Saturday night, and it wasn't that busy, but there's some seating outside. read more

Love getting rolled tacos here! such good quality and has a good variety of salsas to choose form!

I went to Valerie's Taco Shop for the first time yesterday. The staff are wonderful! Even though the menu did not offer a crispy taco with "carne asada", the cook was nice enough to replace the "shredded beef" with "carne asada" just for me. My family is from Sonora, Mexico, which is famous for it's carne asada tacos ... and the ones at Valeries Taco Shop are just as good!!! read more

This was the second time I came to this spot. They messed up my order the first time I came here too. I don't remember exactly what happened that time. I just thought maybe they were short staffed, busy, something. I came again today and I ordered the cheese quesadilla meal: quesadilla rice and beans. Added extra rice. No rice or beans, definitely no extra side of rice. Also ordered 2 lengua tacos that came with rice. No rice with that either. No salsa thrown in the bag. My horchata was sitting on the cash register with 5 cubes of ice. Needless to say I won't be coming back. read more