Just moved a few doors down. Great upgrade. More seating, more TVs, soda fountain machine expected soon.

Great new location a few doors down (suite 104). Larger inside. Always great food and quick service. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - New menu June 2026 - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

I used to be a regular customer at Valeria's and was excited to try the new location after they moved a couple doors down and expanded. Unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. The biggest issue was the carne asada fries. They appear to have switched from their original smaller fries to thick steak fries, but there was no indication on the menu or in the photos that anything had changed. The new fries completely change the dish, and not for the better. If you're going to make a major change to a popular menu item, customers should be informed. The carne asada itself was also disappointing. Instead of tasting like traditional grilled carne asada, the meat had a texture and flavor much closer to ground beef. Combined with the fries, the dish was nowhere near the quality I remembered from the original location. It's great to see the restaurant growing and moving into a larger space, but it feels like the food quality has taken a step backward. I came in expecting the same food that made me a customer in the first place and left feeling disappointed. I hope they take customer feedback seriously and return to the quality and recipes that helped build their reputation. read more

Hopefully the City of Oceanside/County of S.D. have convinced the owners that it is illegal to advertise but not honor posted prices for their food? Food pretty good but don't scam us please. The Prez only increased our food costs by 40%, SS doubled the prices? Texans probably don't get it but this is California, junior college degrees don't entitle you to gouge. I wish Valerie's family still was in charge.... read more

I wish this Valerie's was close to my home. The Valerie's (170 Emerald Dr, Vista, CA 92083) close to my home does not grill their fish. I will drive the extra miles to this delicious Valerie's. Yes the cooks are better! read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Grilled Fish burrito - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

This was my first time at Valerie's and I was pleasantly surprised. I got the california burrito, which was loaded with carne asada and fries. I loved how the tortilla had a nice char on it from the grill, and the salsas were solid. Also, service was extremely efficient. Will definitely be coming back to try more! read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - California Burritocalifornia - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Unfortunately every time we order over the phone or on door dash they can't get the order right, this has happened multiple times. . And when we come in to make it right , they never apologize or make it right. Horrible customer service. I would suggest never ordering from them online or over the phone! Not DoorDash, Uber Eats etc... We had to come back agaon tonight, no "I'm sorry" nothing... we had to process our food was not made. I have not posted a review because I have hopes for the best, but this was the lat time I will let this happened to us without saying something. read more

I typically go here once a week after PT and get chicken rolled tacos. Today I got my same order and there was hardly any guacamole on them! I was surprised I called the location and the guy told me that I could call the owner that he only works there...... He could have at least offered me something. Great customer service!! Ok. Not. They typically are very cheap there anyway and don't really care about the customers as far as I can see when I'm sitting there waiting for my items.. I don't recommend them. They did add a new location by Lowe's off of Old Grove road - it replaced another delicious Mexican food restaurant - and that restaurant, Valerie's has even worse service. I haven't gone back since they moved in. Valerie's is off my list........ Plus they charge you to use your credit card! read more

came to Vista for court. This is the second time I've eaten here. The food is absolutely amazing and the prices are so good. You must come and try today. I had five potato tacos, garnished with cabbage the salsa is fire. My son got a breakfast burrito for 11 bucks. It was delicious. The customer service I received was phenomenal. I would definitely drive all the way over here again. read more

Came in early for a breakfast burrito and was not disappointed. Friendly staff. Hope to come back again soon.

Stopped here after my prenatal appointment and had the best Chicken flautas and Horchata! Service was excellent and very friendly! Delicious and authentic! read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Chicken Flautas - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Been going here forever and it's a steady decline. Staying away. Was served the wrong thing multiple times.

It gets busy at lunch time, so you know, but it goes pretty fast. We loved the mahi mahi fish tacos! Huge portion of fish, crispy, not too greasy. We also tried the flautas which were good, big portion as well. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Beef Flautas - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

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This Valerie's is awesome. DoorDash has messed up our order and forgotten our drink 3 times now. I called Valerie's and they said they've had the drink ready every time. And I believe them. I called and they told me to come in and they gave me double the drinks on the house. The food received was phenomenal and tasted amazing. Though frustration occurred through DoorDash I stand by this Valerie's because service was great and food is always amazing. Will comeback to this Valerie's always read more

Everything was perfect, clean place , quick order , Grrat drinks and food was amazing, green salsa was amazing and salsa bar was very good

Super good and very nice would go again!!! place is air-conditioned and food comes fast

So disgusted and in shock. There was a dead fly in my California burrito. Definitely will never be going here or to any other Valerie's location again. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Listen, I love their food. It's delicious. But every single time I have ordered online from this restaurant, something has gone wrong. They always forget something and I get home and have to turn around and drive back to reorder my missing items. And never have they ever apologized or given me any kind of compensation for their mistake. I will not order online from them again. read more

Food was bad. Over-cooked eggs ! Dont waste your money or time. Eggs are the easiest thing to cook.

Every time I come to this location, I get a different price on the same burrito Today was crazy Basically, I want a bean rice and cheese burrito. Add steak or beef. I know prices have gone up but $20 for a burrito. I've eaten here many times and have different people at the register The woman working in the register today I've had issues within the past On one issue, she thought I made the mistake on how I ordered the burrito although I order it the same every time On another issue, she added for credit card, which I didn't like Like I said, I've eaten at this location many times and I have problems with her many times so I guess I just won't be coming back $20 is too much money for a single burrito read more

Valerie's Taco Stand in Oceanside is a great "hidden gem" that many locals enjoy without the huge crowds of tourists. It's location is just off of El Camino Real , in the parking lot adjacent to Target and across from WinCo. It's easily accessed from the 78 Hwy and has plenty of parking in the lot they share with other businesses. The interior has very simplistic decor that is inspired by Mexicali views and Oceanside and there's some seating for small groups of 4 max; but admittedly it's a little "crammed" inside and there's not much in the way of ambiance. I observed that most people took their order To Go. The service is excellent and their menu is huge and offers a large variety to choose from. They have tacos, nachos, burritos, asada fries and plenty of combo - bowl options. There's also Agua frescas or bottled beverages to drink. I ordered their papas tacos and they were actually pretty good for their pricing. But the magic truly happened when I got their El Jefé Taco which contained their fantastic Al Pastor & Bacon with all the fixings. Although it stood just under $5, the size was humongous and the flavor was phenomenal! I hear their carne asada fries are also a great deal too. Overall, this is a great place for those who value the flavor of their food, don't mind paying a medium price for it, do not require Gi-normous portion sizes and like to support small businesses who value traditional recipes. I recommend Valerie's Taco Stand when in the area. read more

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Everything was so delicious! The kids enjoyed their breakfast burritos, rolled tacos and guacamole were enjoyed by everyone and the SD burrito was as big as my forearm, and so very tasty!! read more

Food- I've had the carne asada burrito, carne asada quesadilla, and carne asada fries. Both the carne asada quesadilla and the Carne asada burrito were basic and over priced compared to other places around the area, where as the other places would usually have something extra with it to make it taste better or just a little extra garnish would go a long way. But I will say the carne asada fries are good not great but good as is all other places they each stand out in their own way so no other judgment on that. Service- The service was exceptional and basic but usually don't expect too much from a Mexican restaurant unless you speak Spanish. Ambiance- Ambiance was fine, nothing standing out or too much, and music/tv is on to make it a little more lively which is nice so you don't only hear the cooks in the back. Thoughts- No current thoughts besides maybe fixing the prices of some items on the menu (understandingly our country forced us to fix the prices of all things) that don't need to be more expensive than other places for a simple 3 ingredients that can get thrown together and forgotten for 5min before being served, but that's just my thoughts on that. read more

Ordered a torta of carnitas to go. They burned the bread. Harder than a pretzel to eat. Won't be coming back here ever for a $13 sandwich with very little meat. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Burned torta with very little meat - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Took my coworkers for lunch. One of the flour tortillas used for one of the burritos was under cooked. Then to top it off, my CC charge was higher than what my receipt shows. I will take them to a different place from now on. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Receipt of meal - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

This is our go-to spot for fish tacos in PB. Their carne asada and adobada is also a home run every time. Their steak is seasoned very simply with salt and pepper yet it's so tender and delicious it's a staple. We get the carne asada fries a lot, it's huge and honestly everything is good. The only thing I'm not a fan of is the açaí bowls. It's very slushy instead of smooth and creamy. Otherwise all the Mexican food is good, even the potato tacos are a hit. read more

Again and yet another of the Valerie's fast service taco shops. Ordered a breakfast burrito and got some STILL free carrots while many taco shops are now charging for the savory/spicy bags of goodness. Good food and better than many others in the Cali-Mex food brands. Dicks read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - The sign out front. - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Service was good but the food is alright. Not the best tacos but they're not terrible. Ambiance was okay. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Carne Asada Soft Taco - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Best taco shop meat in San Diego. We tried the carne and pollo asada. The service is fast and the employees are very polite.

None of the cheese was melted on top of any of our items and the cheese enchilada had unmelted cheese inside!

This is the first time, I have ordered from this Valerie's Taco Shop at the Oceanside Ranch Boulevard location. I placed my order on the DoorDash.com website at 12 p. m. this afternoon and ordered the (one quantity) of the Surf and Turf (Huge) Burrito. This Surf and Turf Burrito includes: the Angus Steak pieces that are very flavorful and tender, a generous portion of the grilled Shrimp, Spanish Rice, diced tomatoes, Cilantro and this Pio Pico Sauce. All of these ingredients were wrapped up in a large warm flour tortilla. This Surf and Turf (Huge) Burrito was very filling and DELICIOUS! The price for this Surf and Turf Burrito is $11.99. I also ordered the one quantity of the small size Refried Beans with melted Cheddar Cheese and for my beverage the one quantity of the regular (20 ounce size) Aqua Fresca in the Watermelon Natural flavored beverage. The price is for the (8 ounce size) is $2.99. Finally the Aqua Fresca Beverage in the Watermelon flavor, (20 ounce size) is $3.49. This subtotal is $18.47. The sales tax is $1.52. The Delivery Service Fee is $3.99. The Service Fee is $2.77. The total bill is $32.25 that was charged to my visa credit card account. I can hardly stay awake now, LOL since I ate this really big Surf and Turf Burrito and it is very delicious. The smaller size Refried Beans with the melted Cheddar Cheese was added for extra flavor. These Refried Beans have a creamier texture to them and are good. The Aqua Fresca (Watermelon flavor) Beverage isn't very sweet but the taste is really amazing. Everything I ate for my lunch time this afternoon was very delicious. I received (excellent customer service) from my DoorDash.com Delivery Service. Linda this older woman arrived at my home at 1:50 p. m. to my front door and she was very friendly and overall really nice person. Linda gave me excellent customer service. I will order this Surf and Turf Burrito again at later date. This Surf and Turf Burrito was really flavorful and so good. I love it! I highly recommend this Valerie's Taco Shop. Their prices are reasonable for Mexican food. read more

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I recently went to Valerie's in Oceanside of Ocean Ranch BLVD #108. I ordered a burrito from the menu that said $12.00. When she rang the total it said$12.99?? Sales tax in California is 7.25%. It should have rang up as $12.87. It doesn't end there, then when I paid the total was $13.51?? No where on the receipt does it mention automatic gratuity or added fees for credit card, plus the tax is wrong and I was charged extra. Super shady on-top of rising prices. This is trickery and looks illegal. I expect better. On the receipt it says an email address for corporate but they dont exist! I hope they read this and correct it. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - The receipt does show correct tax ot the total that I was charged! - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Love the food!!! Fresh and well seasoned. Best food for the value. Hopefully locals agree, we will visit again on our next trip down from Washington. read more

Good food Great service Salsa is amazing Wonderful space to sit inside and out Love the chicken burrito! read more

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This place has got to be my favorite place spot in Oceanside to get tacos. There is other locations but none are like this one like I told one of the workers the other day Lol Kind workers and great portion sizes (filled my burrito up for sure) . Will be coming here again real soon!! read more

Ordered a chicken chimichanga and it was delicious. It was also HUGE was able to have two meals from it. read more

Valerie's Taco Stand - Shredded Beef Chimichanga.. With Avacado Cheddar Cheese Rice and Beans and Pico de Gallo DELICIOUS - Mexican Near Me - Oceanside, California

Good customer service and the food is delicious I'm definitely coming back to try more food.

The chicken on my burrito was insanely dry. My friend got a beef burrito and charging 1.29 for sour cream on it is outrageous in my opinion. Pricing wasn't terrible aside from that. Ambience and service wasn't too bad either. Probably won't be going back though. read more

Got food poisoning from the California burrito I purchased there yesterday. Unfortunately I will not be going back due to this experience.

I have had their surf and turf burrito, carne asada tacos, and fish taco and they have been real solid! I love the chipotle creama for the fish taco and like that the surf and turf burrito has rice and not fries. Beans, rice, and salsas are great too! Overall good price for the amount of food and flavor. Wont be disappointed read more