Wings Mix

4.2 (121 reviews)

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Juan E.

I was a consistent customer at wings mix and I loved it. But tell me why the lady at the front pressed me about refilling my drink . I bought 1 sm plate of chipotle fries, 1 small ranch, 1 small drink & paid $18+. Why am I not able to refill my drink more then twice??? I told her that rule was unfair and she argued with me about it. She claimed pepsi charges them a lot after I told her for an $18 dollar meal I should at least be able to refill my drink more than twice. I guess the customer is never right here. Lady really pressed me over a refill. I don't know if I'll ever be coming back.

Tram N.

I love: + the woman at the counter (super cute and friendly) + their menu + chilaquiles + their special: 10 tenders for $9.99 + speed + price The pictures alone can justify the awesomeness.

I asked for a little bit of sauce on the chipotle fries and as I was mixing up the fries I saw a puddle of sauce I think this will be this last time I order here.

Liz Q.

My family has eaten food from Wings Mix many times before and have always been satisfied. So we ordered our Super Bowl wings from them today. Haydee took my order and payment in the morning for an early afternoon pick up. The cooks prepared the food when we arrived so that it was warm and fresh. Haydee made sure that the food looked good and that everything was accounted for. There was a small wait, which is totally expected today, but she made sure to check in with us as we waited. We got the Mango Habanero, Honey BBQ, Chipotle, Lemon Pepper and Medium wings as well as a couple of burritos. Everything was tasty and hit the spot. Kudos to the cooks for the delicious food and to Haydee for being on top of everything despite it being a busy afternoon. Will definitely continue coming.

Ryan G.

This is a nice hidden gem hidden around the corner from Vons. Moving up to North County, I needed a new spot for Buffalo chicken fries and no body does it better than this place. The chicken is fire (pun intended) and juicy! The sauces with medium buffalo and chipotle mayo are so good. The thicker cut fries are perfect to slop up that sauce.

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Christina M.

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Support a small business for sure. Go drop off your car at Santa Fe Car wash and then stop in here for some good food! My husband said they were good and guess what, affordable!! Service was good the guy was nice and made the food fast. We will come back. read more

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Ryan R.

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Burritos & Wings here are SOOO good! Super kind and welcoming family run shop -- so glad I took our mechanics advice and went here. A food gem in Vista! read more

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Brenda F.

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Great atmosphere, plenty of seating. The restaurant is very clean. 3 TVs going so you could come for a game

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It's Mother's Day, so naturally I wanted something simple and delicious for dinner. We are new to the area, so initially, we started looking for Wing Stop locations near us. Anyone that's been to Wing Stop before knows the reviews are never great. After looking a couple of locations with under 2 star reviews, we started searching for small businesses. That is how we stumbled upon Wings Mix and have never been more grateful. Wings Mix was everything I needed and more. The menu selection is huge. Their portions are huge. Their wings?!? The perfect crisp. Probably some of the best wings I've ever had. I had the Chipotle and my husband had the mild. And my husband being the wing snob he is, sat quiet the entire time while devouring his wings! Highly recommend. My family and I will definitely be back. read more

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Alfonso S.

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The tenders and the chipotle fries were amazing! Service was excellent as well. I'm definitely coming back to try the rest of the food .

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Juan E.

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I was a consistent customer at wings mix and I loved it. But tell me why the lady at the front pressed me about refilling my drink . I bought 1 sm plate of chipotle fries, 1 small ranch, 1 small drink & paid $18+. Why am I not able to refill my drink more then twice??? I told her that rule was unfair and she argued with me about it. She claimed pepsi charges them a lot after I told her for an $18 dollar meal I should at least be able to refill my drink more than twice. I guess the customer is never right here. Lady really pressed me over a refill. I don't know if I'll ever be coming back. read more

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Stephanie T.

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Was looking up a wing place and came across this place. Apparently it hs a bit of everything in it. I wound up getting the enchilada plate which was really good. read more

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Daniel L.

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Id give them 5 stars for the 2 times they got my order right, but the cook is absolute trash. The wings are always undercooked, his excuse is gas is too expensive. So i asked him to charge me extra, i don't mind, i just wanted my wings extra crispy. I thought this would be a fair compromise as SDGE did increase their price per therm by 1 cent over the last year, and i guess every penny counts. The short Mexican cook wasn't having it though, He grabbed the wings out of my hands and threw them in the trash. So its not that gas was too expensive, as i was willing to pay extra for the extra time he would fry them. The cook is just a Donkey-hole. I went in another time, but its always the same cook and the wings are always soggy. Gross. Never again read more

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Olivia W.

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Such a hidden gem in Vista! The Cali burritos are a must have. They are so big too! They also have a great self-serve salsa bar - the green is my favorite. Lovely staff, great food and very consistent. Will always be my go-to Mexican food spot! read more

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Anya B.

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I fucking love this place. It is always delicious!!! The owners are chill af and it's always clean!! They do charge extra for sauce on the side but with the quality of their product it's definitely worthwhile. Best local spot!!! We love wing mix!!! read more

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Tram N.

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I love: + the woman at the counter (super cute and friendly) + their menu + chilaquiles + their special: 10 tenders for $9.99 + speed + price The pictures alone can justify the awesomeness. read more

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Dan R.

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Still on my search for a good wing place, tried this place out today. We ended up trying wings, beef tacos, flautas, and beef taquitos. We did takeout for football night. I was a little surprised when I opened up the wing box and found that they were plain, no sauce. I don't know if it was a miscommunication or is that the way they serve them? Whatever the case, they were really good, no frozen taste, not fatty, and fried to a nice crunch, couldn't be any better to me. The beef tacos were crunchy and loaded with delicious shredded beef, nice. The taquitos, crunchy and good. Weren't a big fan of the chicken flautas. Chicken had knuckles in it and fat pieces, way lower quality than the other items we tried. I loved the salsas, green and red, very important to me, won't go back to a place with bad salsa. I will definitely be back! read more

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Arleth M.

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I asked for a little bit of sauce on the chipotle fries and as I was mixing up the fries I saw a puddle of sauce I think this will be this last time I order here. read more

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Brian I.

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THE WINGS ARE FIRE! I have been ordering every week! The staff is friendly and efficient and I had not had any issues with my order.

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Liz Q.

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My family has eaten food from Wings Mix many times before and have always been satisfied. So we ordered our Super Bowl wings from them today. Haydee took my order and payment in the morning for an early afternoon pick up. The cooks prepared the food when we arrived so that it was warm and fresh. Haydee made sure that the food looked good and that everything was accounted for. There was a small wait, which is totally expected today, but she made sure to check in with us as we waited. We got the Mango Habanero, Honey BBQ, Chipotle, Lemon Pepper and Medium wings as well as a couple of burritos. Everything was tasty and hit the spot. Kudos to the cooks for the delicious food and to Haydee for being on top of everything despite it being a busy afternoon. Will definitely continue coming. read more

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Michael C.

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The buffalo wings and fries were fresh and delicious. It has a fun old school small business vibe that I appreciate in a wing spot or really any place this day in age. Very nice lady who was clearly the owner running ship as well. read more

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Ryan G.

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This is a nice hidden gem hidden around the corner from Vons. Moving up to North County, I needed a new spot for Buffalo chicken fries and no body does it better than this place. The chicken is fire (pun intended) and juicy! The sauces with medium buffalo and chipotle mayo are so good. The thicker cut fries are perfect to slop up that sauce. read more

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Taylor Rae W.

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Their food is so fire a mix between poppin Mexican food and wings and things. Sounds crazy but try it

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Joel B.

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Best hole in the wall spot that you can't miss!! Their chipotle buffalo fries are bomb! Carne asada burritos are amazing and their service is super fast. If you're in the area coke check them out you're missing out! read more

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Brenda D.

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My family loves the chipotle fries!!! They also love any burrito they've had here. Recently we purchased carne a safe fries and they were good but we stick to the chipotle fries being the best!! read more

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Spy L.

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Never disappointed. Food and service always amazing! Ambiance is great, usually something entertaining on the tv. Nice place to relax and have a nice meal. read more

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Nate P.

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The restroom filth is reflection of the food. #sh!tty 1.) Fish is so old it don't taste like fish. 2.) Freezer burnt burger patty It's cheap so you get what you pay! Very nice people but the food is very bad. read more

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Joe'll W.

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The people who run this place are awesome! And they will make just about anything they can for you if they have it. Their burritos are my favorite. They make me a special "fajita burrito" with peppers, onions & chicken- delish! read more

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Mariah L.

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Came in for the atomic chipotle fries and was not disappointed! Although the atomic could have been hotter (but I'm a hot fanatic so I'm sure these are hot for regular people). There was SO MUCH CHICKEN though!!! Wings n things could never. Highly recommend and the lady upfront was super nice read more

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Roxanne S.

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My little sister told me about this place so we came to check it out and Oh my gawd this place is a little hidden gem. Amazing Service. The young lady at the counter was very sweet. Food came out fast and fresh. Many different items for my family to choose from. My daughter loved her Chipotle fries and my husbands burrito was the size of his arm. Prices are great. Thank you for this amazing experience. We will be back tomorrow hahah read more

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Nic L.

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I think this place is a hidden gem, especially when it comes to their flavorful sauces. Other wing places bring the ordinary and predictable flavors. If you're ready to experience some thing unique this is your place. They were so accommodating to mix up this custom decadent concoction of "atomic & mild". Opposites attract to make a perfect explosion of buttery and hot in your face! read more

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Tawney H.

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My fave place!!!!! Love love love being pregnant I'm glad there is so much variety ! Food is so delicious! And the staff is very kind! Will go again & again! Update: still loving this place! So much variety and the workers are so nice also the prices. My infants are on finger food and picky eaters and Will always finish their plates here. Haydee makes sure you're taken care of,very sweet lady. Salsa is delicious and made from hand/scratch. ThiS is my go to place read more

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Stacey H.

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Checked this place out while my car was getting washed. Fast service, really good food and friendly people. The three rolled tacos with plenty of cheese and guacamole really yummy!!! read more

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Victor V.

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The food portions are huge, you need to keep that in mind when ordering. The pricing is pretty cheap. I got the Cali burrito and It didn't mean my expectations maybe It was the meat. I had a bite of the Cali burrito with adobada meat and that was beyond better the carne asada one. Definitely a must try place. read more

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Melanie R.

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I ordered 10 wings, Garlic Shrimp plate, 2 Fish Tacos and 2 Beef Tacos tonight and after taking 2 bites I just HAD to call and let Wings Mix know how fantastic our food is. Holy Cow.....hands down a very delicious meal for my family!!! Highly recommend Sorry no pic, we ate it all. read more

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Thom H.

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This is a brand new location for the store. There are 2 others. It used to be a Mexican restaurant. They do have Mexican food, but also wings, bread & fries. Kind of an odd mix, but I like it. I asked them if they had a problem with a large menu and she said no. The other locations are doing just fine. I ordered the Sweet & Sour wings and the BBQ pulled pork fries. Just the pulled pork filled me up. I was not able to eat most of the fries or any of the wings. I try them tomorrrow. The fries were standard fair, nothing special without the pulled pork. I look forward to the wings tomorrow. The pulled pork was delicious. I'll be back in a week or so to try other menu items, maybe the breakfast burrito. read more

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Ryan S.

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I started reading reviews for the best wings in north county and decided to give this place a try. I ordered something called the "21 combo" or something like that. It came with 20 huge wings (not tiny wings like other places), a whole carton of carrots and celery (enough for me to contemplate making some kind of soup with the leftovers), a huge box of french fries(I mean huge), and a soda all for under $21. The only thing I would have ask for if I were being obnoxiously picky is a little more sauce on the wings. Great customer service and great experience! read more

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Syl C.

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I'm so happy my fiance saw this place when leaving Vons. This is actually my 3rd time ordering since May 20th and more visits to come. I ABOSULUTLY LOVE THIS PLACE! The ribs are so tender, meaty and delicious, I've order from some well known places for bbq in Vista and Oceanside and they don't compare! French fries I can reheat in oven and tasted really good, 1 st time for that result when it comes to french fries . I also had there two hard shell chicken tacos, and yes delicious large meaty tacos yet again. Great friendly service when picking up. Please keep up the good work ! You are why ordering from our local businesses continue to grow and thrive. Thank you read more

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Stephanie S.

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If I can rate it more stars I definitely would not only is it welcoming customer service but the cook is amazing and the food is delicious made with love that's for sure !!!! read more

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Lisa L.

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The food here is great and portions are humongous! The burritos can feed 2 people! Rolled potato tacos are my favorite!

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I live right by this little place and always wanted to try So I finally gave it a try I ordered the crispy chicken salad lettuce was good and chicken both . I had the original sauce which is a medium heat And got a side for dipping of the hot , Good service and food . They gave big menus with burritos as well . read more

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Cheyenne R.

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The beans here are bomb and so are the wings but their service is horrible and so is the cleanliness. I came here during Covid to pick up food and the older lady was standing at the counter yelling at her phone and I was standing there waiting to order and she just continues to yell on her phone then hangs up no mask... coughing.. then takes my card!! Thank goodness I had hand sanitizer on me. Then the man cooking the food in the back has no gloves no mask and keeps wiping away sweat with his hands that he's making food with.... omg I have never been so grossed out specially during Covid so dirty here. read more

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They change the cook and the chicken fries are trash now . No sauce and so as salty never coming here again . And everything is so greasy now ... read more

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Great food and service! Great prices. They give you servings worth the cost!!! The Chicken Fries are sooo much better than other local wing spots. Trust me I'm very picky!! Carne Asada burritos taste Authentic. Their beans used to be too salty but now they are just perfect!!! Rice is good, just a little bland but I don't like too much salt anyway. They really seem to just keep improving as time Goes by. I used to go here once a week and now I go almost every day. Don't judge me lol ! But I keep trying more things off their menu. The Shrimp Cockail is good but was a little too salty. It's been a month since I tried it again so I will get back on that soon. Excited to try the other plates. They have so many options!!!! A perfect One Stop for the whole family if everyone likes different dishes. They even have Burgers. read more

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I love this place and don't get wings from anywhere else. Their Chipotle fries, Carne asada fries and chicken wings are amazing. It is a hole in the wall restaurant, easy to miss - hidden gem for sure. read more

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962 S Santa Fe Ave
Vista, CA 92084
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Hours

What time does Wings Mix open?

Wings Mix opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Wings Mix close?

Wings Mix closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Wings Mix take credit cards?

Yes, Wings Mix takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Wings Mix have catering options?

Yes, Wings Mix does have catering options.

Does Wings Mix serve alcohol?

No, Wings Mix does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Wings Mix allow dogs?

No, Wings Mix does not allow dogs.

Does Wings Mix have TVs?

Yes, Wings Mix has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Wings Mix have bike parking?

No, Wings Mix does not have bike parking.

Does Wings Mix have parking?

Yes, Wings Mix has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Wings Mix have free WiFi?

No, Wings Mix does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

We have a little bit of everything from breakfast burritos and combination plates to lunch such as salads,wings,tortas,ect. Last comes dinner in witch we offer babyback ribs to hard shell or soft tacos .

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Small parking lot shared with liquor store next doors

Homemade Habanero, spicy mayo and chipotle sauces

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Taqueria Chabelita

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!!

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Birria broth

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

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California Burrito

Las Brisas Mexican Cuisine

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.

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1st customers! Yahoo!

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Evaga Lounge

Excellent food and very friendly staff. Very authentic Mexican food that serves breakfast as well…read moreas lunch and dinner. Azteca tacos were amazing as well as the surf and turf quesadilla.

Service was amazing and very fast!! The environment was calming as I went at 5:00 pm and was able…read moreto watch baseball on pretty decently sized tvs. For my order, I asked the server what his favorite burrito was and he recommended the surf and turf burrito.. it did not disappoint.. honestly the best burrito I've ever eaten and I'm not joking. Even with its decent size i couldn't help but finish it lol. Solid chips and salsa as well

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Shimp Fried Rice

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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 laid-back brewery is a gem for craft beer and taco lovers alike. The atmosphere is perfect for…read moreunwinding with friends, catching up after work, or simply enjoying a relaxed weekend afternoon. And guess what? They're dog-friendly too! We decided to share a few dishes, including the Carne Asada taco bowl, Birria tacos, and Chips, guacamole, and salsa. The Birria tacos were a standout, with incredibly tender and juicy meat. A must-try! The salsa was okay, but I'll probably pass on it next time (I love spicy salsa and it's pretty mellow). The taco bowl was fresh and delicious, making it a great choice for a casual meal.

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Inside seating

Polo asada taco and birria mulita

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Ranch Water and Seastar

The Yellow Deli

We did not expect to wander into a Magical place like The Yellow Deli today for lunch…read more We sat on the patio and it was lovely. The food was absolute perfection! The service was fast and super helpful and informative. We were new so he spent time telling us all about The Yellow Deli. The food was locally grown, healthy and the portion sizes were perfection. The inside was like a fairytale come to life. You have to see it in person to appreciate its unique charm. We will be back and often.

Just ate here with my mom. I've been here before a long time ago. We shared the Ruben and the large…read morechili. Both were very good. Lots of flavor in both and perfect ratios of ingredients. The Asiago bread was delicious and love that it was made fresh there. I didn't feel heavy after eating. We got the carrot cake and that was yummy. Even went to the store next door and checked it out. Saw the beautiful wild Alaskan salmon and finding out they caught it themselves had to get some. Looking forward to going back sometime. Very clean, friendly, interesting vibe. Outdoor seating was super chill and peaceful.

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View from upstairs

Persimmon Pound cake

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Build your own sandwich on rice loaf with turkey, avocado, sprouts,

2N1 Korean BBQ

We have been going to 2n1 since it first opened and have Kathya as our server almost every time and…read morethey are an absolute delight! We recently took some friends from CAN to try them and Kathya took such amazing care of us. Noticed what were ordering and made perfect suggestions to ad on, was prompt with checking in on us, and even brought out "secret menu" items for us to try! Great food, great service, and a very welcoming atmosphere!

Came here for a late lunch. The wait staff was nice, but she was spread among several tables, so it…read morewas hard at times to get her attention. The meats and banchan were okay. The meats were more on the fatty side. The most annoying aspect of the meal was the really loud banging of the dishes when they were cleaning the empty tables. We thought they were pissed at something. Hard to have a decent meal with that type of background noise.

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The Modern Churro

The best churros I've ever had, and they also serve tacos. I'll be back to try their tacos and more…read moredesserts. Service was great, and the atmosphere has mom-and-pop shop vibes with a very welcoming and clean feel. They also have both Spanish and Mexican style churros with dips you can get filled or on the side: caramel, dulce de leche, or chocolate. Both versions are tasty and come out fresh!! Don't skimp on the potato balls and sandwiches too. I just love this place. I also love that they have affogatos with a legit espresso machine. They use vanilla soft serve for their affogato, and it was delicious. I didn't even miss the traditional gelato aspect.

We came here on Mother's Day for dessert, after our brunch. I had heard good things and wanted to…read morecome 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.

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Shaks Mediterranean Bistro

Amazing food, great service. Their chicken lemon soup is delicious! I usually order the chicken…read morekabob plate and it's very flavorful. More than enough food. If the weather is nice, I recommend sitting outside. Shaks is a solid choice in downtown Vista. You can't go wrong.

Super yummy! I visited during the strawberry festival, and there was a bit of a wait even with…read moretable available, but it's only so that they don't overload the staff which I think is an excellent management decision tbh! The strawberry spritz was so so so good, like I almost wanted one to go! The food was delicious, the garlic dip was made from super fresh garlic and the chicken was so tender! Not dry at all!! Also the Dubai chocolate strawberry waffle! That was amazing, I don't think I've had a waffle like that before. If Shaks decides to do brunch with the waffles, trust that I'll be there. Ambiance is super nice and fancy, but did feel casual, maybe it's because it was festival day!

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Dining room

Beef Filet Mignon Shish Kebob Bowl

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Kokage Sushi & Ramen

The food was amazing and the service was so good. I definitely will be going back and it was super…read morecrowded with a peaceful vibe. I got the ramen on the first page of the menu and a dragon roll. The menu has so much to pick from. Definitely would recommend this place to anyone.

Delicious sushi, some of the best I've had in a while! Also…read morethey have fantastic lemonade! Just enough tang to make you sit to and take notice... Really tasty! Friendly service and plenty of parking, outdoor seating as well.

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Salmon was a dream! We also tried the scallop, and that was almost as good!

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Alice L.

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8 years ago

Companies that CHARGE FOR CONDIMENTS will lose my business. I am already buying food, why are you charging me for something that I want to enjoy with it???? Please reevaluate your customer service and business practices. I will not be returning here and as for anyone reading these reviews, be prepared to be charged a DOLLAR PER any sauce you want extra. Oh and be sure to not take too much salsa or they will rudely tell you not to. SAD EXCUSE for a restaurant. I will be warning all my friends. read more

Kaylie S.

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8 years ago

It's really disappointing when you spend so much money here, and then you get charged even more for extra sauce. I've read other reviews from here and it seems like I'm not the only one who has a problem with this. Please stop charging extra for sauces that compliment my meal. It sucks for your customers and they clearly are complaining. read more

Blake D.

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8 years ago

The food here is great, but it's a hit or miss with the service. Waited about 5 mins before someone finally came from the back to the counter. Once ordered food took a while to come out. But still tasted great. read more

Jennifer B.

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8 years ago

Sucks that you order a ton of food and get charged a dollar for ranch. Why charge for condiments when I'm already buying food? Nice way to scam people read more

Vaporeon E.

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2 years ago

THIS PLACE IS AMAZINGI'm a mini worker and I am 8 years old my 1 year old sister was here for her birthday I do love does frys they are the BOMB read more

Karissa F.

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2 years ago

wings mix has hands down the best Buffalo chicken fries around just swap for the chipotle sauce. The woman that works there is fantastic too. read more