Vamos a Texcoco

This is a hidden gem in Vista! We were looking for a casual restaurant for a relaxing dinner with…read morefriends, and this place was perfect. The food was fantastic, they have an excellent beer menu (and other adult beverages are available too), and our waiter was so fun and helpful. Two of us had the chicken mole - the chicken was perfectly cooked, the corn tortillas were handmade and fresh, and the mole sauce was flavorful and well balanced - delicious. The rest of us had the carnitas, enchiladas and a couple of tacos and everything was exceptional. We will definitely be back soon!

Went here for lunch with a friend for the first time to give it a try. Nothing fancy inside, with…read moreyour basic four chairs and a table set up with a small bar. There were approximately 12 tables in the first section, and it got a little loud as it filled up at lunch time but not bad to the point of annoying. Not sure how many tables in the second section. Our very pleasant server brought us waters and fresh Tortilla Chips with a Black Bean sauce on them and two different hot sauces. Very fresh tasting and enjoyable. We ordered Modelo draft Beers, $7 each. They gave us a breakfast menu, regular menu, drink menu and another menu that I didn't even bother to look at. Too much. My friend and I really like Taquitos, so we thought we would give them a try here since it was our first time. He got beef and I got chicken. They also have pork. For $15, we got five Taquitos covered with some Black Bean sauce, Guacamole, Creme Fresh and Mexican Cheese. They were piping hot when served, crunchy on the outside with a good amount of filling that you could sink your teeth into and really taste. They were delicious, some of the best we have had. By the time we finished our lunch every table in our section was occupied and they had opened up their second seating area too. A consistent stream of "To Go" orders was being picked up all during our lunch. If I could, I would have given them a 4.7-star rating. The only reason not to being a 5 is two things. First, the entry point is a choke point, people standing in and out the front door trying to get in and there are no waiting seats inside so people waiting to pick up a "To Go" order sit at tables and or stand over other diners by the front door. Second the ambience is on the noisy side and basic. For their great food it is not going to stop me from going back and trying some of their other dishes though.

Craft Beer line up for 4/20/2024.

Complimentary beans chips and some awesome sauces

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4.6(44 reviews)

3.7 mi

I stopped in for a breakfast burrito. Place is legit. Service was what I would expect. Friendly.read more

Deep Vista in a strip mall near Automotive spots. Very local. Had a tasty burrito & cold Cerveza…read morewhen I came for lunch. Mainly Spanish speaking crowd. Fairly busy lunch traffic. No prices on the menu?! Small counter w/seats & about a dozen tables inside.

Dining room

Five Rolled Beef Tacos

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Rancho Grande El Toro Mexican Cuisine

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Food and service is always amazing! Our waitress is always so helpful! Delicious! But, I did want…read moreto let people know that they are under new ownership/management and the menu prices have gone up a little. There is no happy hour menu anymore. I'm posting pictures of their new drink menu with new prices.

Food was ok, nothing special. The service and ambiance was confusing…read more All but 2 of 4 meals were wrong in some way. I got a burrito meal with double rice instead of beans and was brought a burrito with all beans. I asked if the burrito could be served wet and the waitress seemed confused, ultimately it came with red sauce and unmelted cheese on top but it didn't add much flavor. My partner also got got a burrito with no guacamole because it makes him I'll, he got guac on the burrito and no sides. Not sure how that was interpreted. Also, we didn't receive our food at the same time, with quite a gap of time in between. It feels like their priorities are in a weird order. Waitress was running around ragged and may need more training. For some reason one guy was hanging around on his phone acting as a dj for a room of maybe 12 people at 3 tables? He would have been better served as a busser to help the waitress clear up and refill drinks. The only condiments on the table was one shaker of pepper and we ended up raiding the server area for sauces. No refills until we were done. Also, they use A.I. for their specials slideshow on their T.V., which I feel like is a hint on the kind of experience you'll have. When will restaurants learn I'd rather see Polaroids of their actual food on a board than an A.I. interpretation of food that look nothing like what they serve? It could be better overall, if they focused on the food and training.

Clean Empty Dining Area

Two Shredded Beef Tacos Dorado Combination Plate

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Cocina Del Mar

4.7(98 reviews)

5.7 mi

Such an authentic and comforting Mexican dining spot! Cocina Del Mar completely won me over with…read moretheir amazing traditional flavors. The thick handmade sopes topped with flavorful grilled meat, fresh avocado, and queso fresco were sensational, especially paired with their rich refried beans. I loved the clean, cozy interior and casual wooden seating. Sweet service throughout. I will definitely be back!

Found Cocina Del Mar in the Osider magazine and decided to try it and glad we did. Shrimp cocktail…read morewas delicious

Table seating

Sopes

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Cerveza Suprema - $5

Tolin's Taco Shop

4.6(121 reviews)

1.4 mi

Love the tacos my kids love getting tacos from here it's our #1 spot go eat when we feel like…read moreeating tacos and as well as the burritos and menudo great service amazing food

Solid spot! First time just happen to be in the area house shopping. Got hungry looked up some…read morespots. Spelt based off pictures. Man that was a great burrito. My GF had the fries. I left with a smile. Small spot but gets the job done. Recommended.

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

Cali burrito and all 6 salsas

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Asada fries

La Perla De Michoacan

4.6(40 reviews)

2.5 mi

We LOVE this place and admire how hard they work. The Shrimp Quesadilla is our favorite. Add a…read moreseafood soup (it's absolutely delicious), chips & guac & it's perfect for 2 to share (and you might have leftovers for tomorrow's lunch :). They are always busy and it seems there is only one cook so call ahead with your order! They have a clean shaded area to sit and eat (or wait for your take out order). The only downside is the traffic on East Vista Way gets so backed up during rush hour so plan accordingly but it's worth it :)

I love this place! Absolutely amazing food and amazing service. If you eat in, they give free…read moreconsommé and it's delicious. The fish tacos are delicious and on Tuesday they are really affordable. They do everything just right. Don't let the location fool you, this is delicious Mexican Seafood.

Small parking lot shared with liquor store next doors

Homemade Habanero, spicy mayo and chipotle sauces

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Truck and seating

Taqueria Chabelita

4.4(76 reviews)

0.8 mi

Fantastic authentic Mexican food! After living in Mexico for 7 years this…read moreis the best most authentic Mexican food in North County! Homemade tortillas were delicious. We ordered Chicken tacos, tacos de Pastor and quesadilla de Pastor. Excellent homemade hot sauces! Go you won't be disappointed.

The food was bland. Got the Menudo and it had a strange odor to it and was not very good. The…read morerolled tacos did not have much flavor to them.

Birria broth

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

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California Burrito

Las Brisas Mexican Cuisine

4.2(152 reviews)

3.9 mi

Well, today we learned that this is the original location. We used to go to the San Marcos…read morelocation, but today we drove over there and it was shut down for good. Fine by me! I can finally get chile Colorado, my favorite entree, again. It was at the Vista location the whole time and I didn't even know. They took it off the menu at the other location a few years ago. We will definitely be back. Bigger parking lot, friendly owner, and food the way I remember it from years ago. This is our updated favorite sit-down 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

4.7(305 reviews)

7.4 mi

Food is amazing and service was just as amazing!! Super authentic food and good drinks! I highly…read morerecommend!

We celebrated my nephew's graduation from the Marine's at Evaga Lounge. George, the owner, came…read moreout and greeted us and even hand made our corn tortillas! The salsa was delicious and fresh, the food was outstanding! I highly recommend visiting. It seems there are a ton of Mexican food places in Oceanside but Evaga really stands out!

Bar area

Shimp Fried Rice

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Double shot extra añejo CaliFino tequila!

Craft Coast Beer & Tacos

This place in San Marcos is CRAFTed and curated to perfection. We used to come here when it was…read moreRip Current. Even though that closed this place was a nice surprise in its venue takeover. You order at the Bar counter for your Brew & for the tacos. The food is made at their permanent fixture food truck outside. The tacos are amazing and generously portioned. The Birria was my favorite! Carne asada was good too. The staffers are nice and ready to serve. There is high communal and individual table top seating inside and sports playing on the TV. Picnic Bench tables out on the front patio are & close to the food truck. It's pretty busy but worth the little wait for your tacos to be done. So sip sip while you wait for the buzzer to go off! Looking forward to our next visits here.

Terrible, terrible, terrible. Waited over an hour for tacos. At this point is doesn't even matter…read moreif they are good or not. Save your time and grab food somewhere else if you really want their beer. Oh and then by the time they finally gave us our food, they forgot three items we ordered and proceeded to say "you didn't order those" So on top of being slow, it's sh*t service, and crappy people.

Inside seating

Polo asada taco and birria mulita

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José L.

2 years ago

I had the pleasure of visiting Vamos a Texcoco in Vista, California, and I was thoroughly impressed with the experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm welcome and a cozy atmosphere. The authentic Mexican food they offer is simply delicious. I tried the barbacoa tacos and the consomé, and both were exceptional. The barbacoa was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, while the consomé was rich and comforting. The customer service was impeccable. The staff was friendly and attentive, always making sure I had an enjoyable experience. Additionally, the wait time was minimal, which is a great plus. The restaurant's ambiance is pleasant and family-friendly, perfect for enjoying a good meal with friends or family. The decor also adds an authentic touch that really enhances the experience. In summary, Vamos a Texcoco is a place I would recommend without hesitation. The combination of delicious food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere makes this restaurant a true gem in Vista. I will definitely be returning! read more

Stefania R.

Elite 26

103

10 months ago

Vamos a Texcoco is a great spot if you're craving authentic Mexican food. I've been here a handful of times now, and the flavors never disappoint. One of my favorite things here is their Clama-beer -- basically a better version of a michelada. I'm usually not a fan of micheladas that are heavy on the Clamato, but this one is really well balanced and surprisingly enjoyable. If you love spicy food, this place is definitely for you -- they don't hold back on the heat, and it adds so much to the overall experience. One thing to note: they automatically add a gratuity for parties of six, and this wasn't mentioned upfront, which I didn't love. That said, it hasn't stopped me from coming back because the food and drinks are worth it. Overall, a solid go-to spot for bold flavors and authentic Mexican dishes. read more

Eilene B.

621

267

11 years ago

There's something to be said about a place where every table is filled on a Monday afternoon at 2 pm. Our server explained the restaurant was full because today is the day they make homemade tortillas. I don't think the tortillas had anything to do with it because the lamb tacos were the most unbelievably delicious tacos we've eaten in a long time. They call it barbacoa. I always thought barbacoa was beef but apparently it's lamb. The tacos are $2.25 each and they are stuffed with tender, juicy and delectable lamb. Condiments like lime, onions and cilantro were brought to the table along with a variety of hot sauces. This place is a long way from where I live but I will definitely make the drive often. read more

Gabriela S.

9 years ago

Today was my first time trying this place and definitely I love it!!! Food is amazing, great taste and great service!!! Homemade horchata, fresh homemade tortillas.. I haven't try lamp like this one before at USA!!! I was craving lamp for a long time and I saw great reviews of this place and I wanted to give them a try.. read more

Melisa C.

16 years ago

This Restaurant specializes in offering "barbacoa" a very popular mexican dish made of lamb with the original Texcoco's recipe" It guarantees the freshness and quality of your meal. The founder Don Rober, would give you the best service, bringing Texcoco to your town. read more

Rosa C.

8 years ago

This place have been been amazing, whats most impresive is that they are now serving original margaritas, tequila, and mostly all kind of mixed drinks!! With actual real alcohol not with the licence 47! They actually have the strong alcohol licence! Loving this place! read more

Giuseppe D.

10 years ago

I love the service!mIt is at its finest! The food though huh they can definitely improve but over all it tastes like authentic Mexican food!

Julie C.

7 months ago

Love ordering barbacoa flautas with the consomé , goes super well together. Family friendly and good vibes ! Barbacoa 10/10

Eric A.

5 years ago

They never have mixote you should take it off the menu!!!! Every time i go they never have it Very slow service has well read more

Noelia R.

1 year ago

Comida muy buena! Siempre me gusta ir a comer aqui. Excelente servicio y excelente ambiente!

Leo G.

214

300

3 years ago

Food amazing service fantastic Roberto & family they make the best food !!! one of a kind

Marco P.

7 years ago

Definitely the best potato flautas there is around vista. Also love the aguas frescas .

Pato G.

17 years ago

the best mexican food restaurant in San Diego!!

Ben M.

16 years ago

Yummy! Love this place :D

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