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id=/destinations/california/san-diego/restaurants/> Restaurants </a></ul></nav></div></div><div class="small-12 medium-12 large-12 columns"><section><h1 class=dt-headline>Best Mexican Restaurants in San Diego</h1><div class=subheader-article>10 Mexican Restaurants That Serve up Casual Eats in San Diego</div><div class=dt-auth-image><a href=/local-experts/katie-dillon/> <img alt="Katie Dillon"class=auth-image src=//img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/187026/Headshot--640-x-509-_57_300x300_201404231226.jpg> </a></div><div class=dt-auth-name><p rel=author>BY <span class=dt-name> <a href=/local-experts/katie-dillon/> Katie Dillon </a> </span> <br> <span class=dt-title> San Diego Local Expert </span></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div></section></div><div class="small-12 medium-12 large-12 columns"><div class=dt-list-content><p>If you can't get to Mexico, finding a Mexican restaurant in San Diego is the next best thing. We're a border town, after all, so it's not surprising that Mexican food is done well here–primarily in family-run taco shops. Mexico is a country with hundreds of regional cuisines so keep in mind that in San Diego you are most likely to find tacos, burritos and "3 rolled with guac", which is what the locals call a standard taquito order.<p>Old Town San Diego is famous for Mexican food and for being the birthplace of California. While some might argue the food isn't authentic enough, eating here is a must-do when visiting the historic area. Try <a href=https://www.10best.com/destinations/california/san-diego/old-town/restaurants/cafe-coyote/> Cafe Coyote </a> for the handmade tortillas pounded and grilled daily on the patio.<p><a href=https://www.10best.com/destinations/california/san-diego/articles/puesto-mexican-street-food-no-passport-required/> Puesto </a> brings a colorful, casual dining experience that's unlike any other in county. Specializing in Mexican street food made with locally-sourced ingredients and sustainable seafood, this restaurant has been busy since its opening. There are two locations now: one in La Jolla and the other downtown at The Headquarters.<p><a href=https://www.10best.com/destinations/california/san-diego/all/restaurants/lolitas-restaurant-downtown/> Lolita's Restaurants </a> are casual taco shops located across the county with favorite orders including tacos and carne asada chips. Because it's probably the location visitors to San Diego will frequent most, we mention the East Village restaurant in downtown San Diego.<p>Pair whatever entree you choose with a fish bowl-sized margarita, if you wish.<hr class=dt-intro-end><div align=center class=show-for-small-only style=padding-bottom:12px><div class=ad-wrapper id=ad-unit-3-wrapper>Advertisement <div class="ad-unit mobileweb-banner_top-ad-unit"id=ad-unit-3></div></div></div><hr class="show-for-small-only dt-intro-end"><article id=vertical-slideshow><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide1 slide=1 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/old-town/restaurants/cafe-coyote/> <span class=dt-number-10> 10 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/old-town/restaurants/cafe-coyote/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Cafe Coyote</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/old-town/> Old Town </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/old-town/restaurants/cafe-coyote/> <img alt="Cafe Coyote"class=lazy data-src=//img1.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/321104/p-image_54_990x660.jpeg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution>Photo courtesy of Henri Louis Hirschfeld</div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l42987-t1-p10-rMNQWMZJNMNXXS33UMU====== rel=nofollow target=_370116>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+6192914695>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business93653-truncated><p>From tortillas to tamales to salsa, Coyote Cafe makes everything from scratch every day, on the premises. Start the day with a Breakfast Margarita, chilaquiles, menudo, or a chile relleno omelette. For lunch, try the chile verde, a quesadilla, tortilla soup, or a taco salad. If your appetite is massive by dinnertime, this is the place to go. Hearty portions of traditional and gringo favorites arrive steaming and flavorful: tamales, tequila-lime shrimp, carnitas, California burritos (huge tortilla stuffed with carne asada, cheese and French fries!), and enchiladas. They have good margaritas, a decent selection of tequila, pitchers of sangria, and ice cold cerveza, too.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : Cafe Coyote is a local favorite for Old Town dining for fresh food, outdoor seating and good margaritas. And, Old Town must be represented here.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : The handmade tortillas with a side of guacamole are to die for. Also, they have a good selection of tequilla.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/old-town/restaurants/cafe-coyote/> Read more about Cafe Coyote → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=true id=slide2 slide=2 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/south-bay/restaurants/tacos-el-gordo/> <span class=dt-number> 9 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/south-bay/restaurants/tacos-el-gordo/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Tacos el Gordo</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/south-bay/> South Bay </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/south-bay/restaurants/tacos-el-gordo/> <img alt="Tacos el Gordo"class=lazy data-src=//img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/316138/p-8566905697-b6b29c32f0-b_54_990x660.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=https://www.flickr.com/photos/saechang/8566905697/in/photolist-keCvw8-e3TEyB-e42CAD-e48fWS-e48fEb-87EDyQ-8dwYTH-eT8wqe-eTjVFC-88hoGr-o1V35Y-eKr4jC-e3TEEg-6WGyC6-6WLzab-6WGyFD-dCo3qT-odsvJ1 rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of saechang </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l726315-t1-p10-rORQWG3ZNMV4HA4TFONZS2MQ= rel=nofollow target=_373702>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+6196918848>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business174209-truncated><p>Tacos el Gordo is run by a family who has been in the restaurant business for over 40 years. The tacos has been lauded as the best in the United States by a national publication and locals tend to agree. They're Tijuana street style tacos which means the tortillas are on the smaller side but they are packed full with ingredients. Try the al pastor, adobada, and chorizo tacos (among others). Quesadillas, sopes, mulas and other favorites are on offer, too. Plan a little extra time to find parking as there isn't street parking or a big lot at the restaurant.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : It's beach location compliments the seafood-based, Baja-style cuisine perfectly.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : There can be lines but the tacos are worth the wait.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/south-bay/restaurants/tacos-el-gordo/> Read more about Tacos el Gordo → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide3 slide=3 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/puesto/> <span class=dt-number> 8 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/puesto/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Puesto</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/> La Jolla </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/puesto/> <img alt=Puesto class=lazy data-src=//img1.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/340643/Puesto-spaghetti-squash-fideo-courtesy-PUESTO-and-CARMELLE-PINA_54_990x660.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=http://eatpuesto.com/ rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of Puesto </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l1083883-t1-p10-rOB2WK43UN4====== rel=nofollow target=_1029253>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+8584541260>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business149380-truncated><p>Puesto, located in downtown La Jolla, is an upscale fast-casual eatery that serves authentic Mexican food made from whole, wonderful ingredients. All meals are made to order and are uniquely curated based on the diner's tastes and desire. The menu focuses on a variety of Guisados (grilled foods) that include fish, shrimp, chicken al pastor, carne asada and gourmet Mexican vegetarian items like zucchini flower, corn truffle and soy chorizo potatoes. Guisados can be mixed and matched and are served in tacos with stone ground corn tortillas that are layered with crispy hot cheese, Guisado Bowls and Salad Bowls. There is now patio dining in addition online reservations.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : You can see and taste how fresh the ingredients are and customize your meal exactly how you like it.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : Don't skip the cheese in your taco as it's grilled on to the tortilla. It's upscale, fast-casual Mexican street food.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/puesto/> Read more about Puesto → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class=ad-wrapper id=ad-unit-4-wrapper>Advertisement <div class="ad-unit mobileweb-banner_bottom-ad-unit"id=ad-unit-4></div></div><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide4 slide=4 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/restaurants/lolitas-restaurant-downtown/> <span class=dt-number> 7 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/restaurants/lolitas-restaurant-downtown/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Lolita's Restaurant - Downtown</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/> Downtown </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/restaurants/lolitas-restaurant-downtown/> <img alt="Lolita's Restaurant - Downtown"class=lazy data-src=//img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/227533/p-188844-113456675401738-7838226-n_54_990x660_201406020235.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=http://www.lolitasmexicanfood.com/downtown.html rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of Lolita's Restaurant </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l1103647-t1-p10-rNRXXI5LTFV2GQYLJFUWS2ZDPO5XHI33XNY====== rel=nofollow target=_1499641>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+6192696055>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business160915-truncated><p>Lolita's opened their first location over 20 years ago in Chula Vista. Since then, this family-owned and operated business has expanded to 5 locations including this one in East Village near PETCO park and the Convention Center. Locals love the hearty favorites such as carne asada fries, carne asada burrio, Tsunami burrito (shrimp and carne asada mix) as well as the tacos. Hot sauces are firey and flavorful. Note that portions are big so prepare to go home full or share. It's casual and quick so either order and take it to go or sit down in the restaurant to eat.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : Lolita's is the place you go downtown for a quick, inexpensive taco or carne asada burrito.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : If you're not on a diet, get the carne asada fries. Keep in mind that this location can be hard to get to if there's a Padres game happening.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/restaurants/lolitas-restaurant-downtown/> Read more about Lolita's Restaurant - Downtown → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide5 slide=5 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/east-san-diego-county/restaurants/ponces-mexican-restaurant/> <span class=dt-number> 6 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/east-san-diego-county/restaurants/ponces-mexican-restaurant/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Ponce's Mexican Restaurant</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/east-san-diego-county/> East San Diego County </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/east-san-diego-county/restaurants/ponces-mexican-restaurant/> <img alt="Ponce's Mexican Restaurant"class=lazy data-src=//img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/306077/p-4034822475-a96b708f57-b_54_990x660.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=https://www.flickr.com/photos/y6y6y6/4034822475/in/photolist-79xw9K-aBcsK2-abccfU-axgx3B-abcAjo-abccCY-dparPF-5XMKbp-abdC9m-abcDTy-pVRDTL-aNmc9c-dpasKp-dpasMK-abcCXW-abaPsi-aba5qi-aba54i-4CMYcp-abamPK-abaE18-abc7eU-ab94A8-abcEvA-abcJPd-9sJCMf-abcKEj-abczu rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of y6y6y6 </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l144280-t1-p10-rOBXW4Y3FOMWW2ZLYNFRWC3RNOJSXG5DBOVZGC3TU rel=nofollow target=_284368>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+6192824413>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business172800-truncated><p>Ponce's Mexican Restaurant in the Kensington neighborhood is owned and operated by the Meza family for over 40 years. It's loved for fantastic Mexican food but also for overall community spirit as the restaurant supports local organizations and prides itself on being a good to employees. It's tough to isolate just a few items because the entire menu is good, but try the chicken enchiladas, carnitas, green salsa, and flan. People even rave about the rice and beans. Due to popularity, the restaurant can get quite busy but they do take reservations for parties of 6 or more. Ponce's has a special children's menu and can cater your next event.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : Ponce's has been serving San Diegans stiff margaritas and amazing Mexican food for over 40 years.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : Delicious (and stiff) margaritas are $4 at happy hour.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/east-san-diego-county/restaurants/ponces-mexican-restaurant/> Read more about Ponce's Mexican Restaurant → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=true id=slide6 slide=6 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/taco-stand/> <span class=dt-number> 5 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/taco-stand/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Taco Stand</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/> La Jolla </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/taco-stand/> <img alt="Taco Stand"class=lazy data-src=//img1.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/330198/p-taco-stand-fish-taco-la-jolla_54_990x660.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=http://lajollamom.com/best-fish-tacos-san-diego-restaurants/ rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of Katie Dillon </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-discounted-certificate"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l1135993-t6-p10-rORUGKLLUMFRW6LLTORQW4ZA= rel=nofollow target=_120940>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+8585516666>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business176253-truncated><p>The Taco Stand is one of the best places to grab a casual taco in La Jolla. It's a family-run business inspired by taco stands in Tijuana. Tortillas are handmade, meats are top-of-the-line and ingredients fresh as possible. Do not forget to finish a meal with a proper Mexican popsicle or a Rosarito-style churro. The grilled corn on the cob topped with mayo, parmesan cheese and chili powder is also fantastic. Vegetarians can choose the nopal cactus taco. Order at the counter and take your meal to-go or try to score one of the handful of tables inside or outside.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : Rudy's Taco Shop is a solid North County favorite for authentic Mexican, especially the carne asada and tortas.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : They even stock Mexican Coca-Cola and can set up a taco bar in your house for 10 people or more.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/la-jolla/restaurants/taco-stand/> Read more about Taco Stand → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide7 slide=7 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/hillcrest-balboa-park/restaurants/lucha-libre-taco-shop/> <span class=dt-number> 4 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/hillcrest-balboa-park/restaurants/lucha-libre-taco-shop/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Lucha Libre Taco Shop</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/hillcrest-balboa-park/> Hillcrest / Balboa Park </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/hillcrest-balboa-park/restaurants/lucha-libre-taco-shop/> <img alt="Lucha Libre Taco Shop"class=lazy data-src=//img1.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/250096/p-4972865539-ee05be8fb3-b_54_990x660_201404251138.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=http://www.flickr.com/photos/iamagenious/4972865539/sizes/z/in/photolist-8zreF2-8zaRvt-8zaRxx-8zdZzu-4tc95L-eeF8iW-eezqfP-eezreD-eezsEa-eeBb8r-eeMSdZ-eeTyxA-eeMQMZ-eeF7C9-eeGVKY-eeGTzj-eezoyX-eeMTK6-eeTBJE-dqL5yE-8qMVoG-8zaRng-8zdZGQ-8zdZNb-8zdZJY-8zdZqm- rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of permanently scatterbrained </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l487007-t1-p10-rNR2WG2DBFVWGSYTSMUWXIYLDN4WXG2DPOA====== rel=nofollow target=_1314015>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+6192968226>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business167825-truncated><p>Go to Luche Libre Taco Shop for authentic Mexican food including awesome tacos and burritos served in a colorful space that represents the traditional wrestling its named for. If you've ever craved a proper Tijuana dog (or "TJ" dog), this is a place to try one. It's a beef hot dog wrapped with bacon and topped with condiments and fajita-like vegetables. They also serve breakfast tacos, a huevos rancheros burrito and more to serve as your first meal of the day. Pricing is considered reasonable for the amount of food you get but arrive wearing a Lucha mask to receive a discount.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : They specialize in gourmet tacos but have been voted as having the best burrito in town.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : Order the surf and turf burrito which has steak, shrimp, rice, avocado and pico de gallo and super secret chipotle sauce.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/hillcrest-balboa-park/restaurants/lucha-libre-taco-shop/> Read more about Lucha Libre Taco Shop → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="ad-unit native-ad-unit"id=ad-unit-5></div><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide8 slide=8 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/gaslamp-quarter/restaurants/la-puerta/> <span class=dt-number> 3 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/gaslamp-quarter/restaurants/la-puerta/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>La Puerta</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/gaslamp-quarter/> Gaslamp Quarter </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/gaslamp-quarter/restaurants/la-puerta/> <img alt="La Puerta"class=lazy data-src=//img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/234172/p-736256-10151168033211717-335977969-o_54_990x660_201404241606.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=http://www.lapuertasd.com rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of Donovan's Prime Seafood </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l310889-t1-p10-rNRQS24DVMVZHIYI= rel=nofollow target=_371812>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+6196963466>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business161843-truncated><p>If you're looking for Mexican food in the Gaslamp, La Puerta is your place. La Puerta is famous for street tacos that can only be made better by pairing them with a freshly-squeezed margarita (no mixes here). Over 100, 100% blue agave tequilas are on offer complete with tasting notes to help diners select which is right for them. Happy hour runs daily from 3:00pm-7:00pm (3:00pm to close on Mondays) and again late night from 10:00pm to close, usually with 1/2 drinks and appetizers like the carne asada fries. After 3:00pm you must be 21 years and older to enter. The kitchen is open until 1:00am so stop by for late-night eats. Brunch is also an option with $3 mimosas!</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : La Puerta is a festive, affordable Mexican restaurant with great tacos that is conveniently located in the Gaslamp.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : Pair your street taco with one (or more) of the over 100 tequilas.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/gaslamp-quarter/restaurants/la-puerta/> Read more about La Puerta → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide9 slide=9 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/pacific-beach/restaurants/oscars-mexican-seafood/> <span class=dt-number> 2 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/pacific-beach/restaurants/oscars-mexican-seafood/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Oscar's Mexican Seafood</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood>Pacific Beach</div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/pacific-beach/restaurants/oscars-mexican-seafood/> <img alt="Oscar's Mexican Seafood"class=lazy data-src=//img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/227925/p-Oscar-s-Mexican-Food_54_990x660_201406020232.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=http://oscarsmexicanseafood.com/ rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of Oscar's Mexican Seafood </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-order-online"><a href=http://redirect.singleapi.com/?trackingId=sp-l1134303-t1-p10-rN5ZWGYLSOMWW2ZLYNFRWC3RNMZXW6ZBNGE====== rel=nofollow target=_1188725>   </a></div><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+8584886392>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business160927-truncated><p>Oscar's Mexican Seafood is a very popular seafood-based Mexican food eatery in San Diego. A hole-in-the-wall near a smoke shop and a dive bar, this gem is casual with a to-go atmosphere and very little seating. The tacos, which can be upgraded to a burrito for just $1 more, are worth the wait--and there is often a wait. Portions are huge with the tacos heaving with meat, cheese and avocados. Double the avocados if you like for just 50 cents and grab an agua fresca with free refills. Parking is usually O.K. on the street if not a beach-going weekend.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : There is so much meat in the delicious tacos that they are almost hard to pick up. Go here for seafood-based Mexican.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : It is popular, but worth the wait for an awesome shrimp or fish taco. Try the smoked fish taco, too.<p><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/pacific-beach/restaurants/oscars-mexican-seafood/> Read more about Oscar's Mexican Seafood → </a></div><hr class=dt-article-end><div class="wibbitz-list-item slide"adcanfollow=false id=slide10 slide=10 wibbitz=list-item><div class=dt-list-header><div class=dt-list-number-wrap><div class=dt-list-number><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/restaurants/las-cuatro-milpas/> <span class=dt-number> 1 </span> </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-headline-wrap><div class=dt-list-headline><div class=list-headline><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/restaurants/las-cuatro-milpas/> <h2 wibbitz=list-item-title>Las Cuatro Milpas</h2> </a></div><div class=dt-neigbhorhood><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/> Downtown </a></div></div></div></div><div class=dt-list-img><a href=/destinations/california/san-diego/downtown/restaurants/las-cuatro-milpas/> <img alt="Las Cuatro Milpas"class=lazy data-src=//img2.10bestmedia.com/Images/Photos/227646/p-mexican-food_54_990x660_201406010057.jpg nopin=nopin src=data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAAAAAP///////wAAACH5BAEHAAIALAAAAAABAAEAAAICVAEAOw== wibbitz=list-item-image> </a><div class=dt-list-attribution><a class=image-attribution href=http://www.flickr.com/photos/calliope/5182490837/ rel=nofollow target=_blank> Photo courtesy of Muffet </a></div></div><div class=dt-list-utility-nav><nav><div class="list-utility-button utility-sprite sp-call"><a href=tel:+6192344460>   </a></div></nav></div><div class=dt-article-divider><hr class=dotted-border><hr class=dotted-border></div><div class=poi-description id=poi-description-Business160926-truncated><p>Barrio Logan isn't really one of San Diego's tourist hot spots but some locals argue that Las Cuatro Milpas is the one place to take out-of-town guests for Mexican food. There is almost always a line that can take up to an hour at lunch. The menu is small as it's a you-get-what-they-serve type of place. That's just fine with locals who have been eating here for over 20 years with some driving miles and miles for a Las Cuatro Milpas fix. Menu items usually include tamales, tacos, burritos, rice and beans with delicious homemade tortillas. The only meats are pork, chicken and chorizo.</div><p><strong> Recommended for <em> Mexican </em> because </strong> : A no-frills, family-owned business for three generations, this Mexican food is as authentic as it gets in San Diego. The menu is short and sweet.<p><strong> Katie's expert tip </strong> : Be prepared to wait in line for up to an hour if you go at lunch. 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