Explore San Diego's best mexican — from the classics everyone knows to the neighborhood spots that deserve more attention.
East Village
“Elevated Baja-style tacos with a conscience — sustainable sourcing, house-made tortillas, and combinations that actually surprise”
$$ · Restaurants · 7.1
Barrio Logan
“Mezcal-forward cocktail bar in the heart of Barrio Logan”
$$ · Mexican · 2.9
Barrio Logan
“Open since 1933 and still making handmade tortillas, rolled tacos, and beans that could end wars”
$ · Restaurants · 2.8
Gaslamp Quarter
$$ · Restaurants · 2.7
Gaslamp Quarter
“No-frills Mexican counter-serve joint featuring Tijuana tacos, mulas, loaded fries & more.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.6
East Village
$$ · Restaurants · 2.6
Gaslamp Quarter
“Cheerful Mexican option featuring a seafood-centric menu, handmade margaritas & happy-hour deals.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.5

Ocean Beach
$ · Restaurants · 2.5

Pacific Beach
$ · Restaurants · 2.5

Ocean Beach
$$ · Restaurants · 2.5
East Village
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
Mira Mesa
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
East Village
“Stylish Mexican eatery & bar decorated in bare wood serving Baja-style coastal cuisine & cocktails.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.5
Gaslamp Quarter
“Unfussy, pint-sized counter-serve Mexican eatery popular for burritos, tacos & housemade churros.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
Clairemont
$ · Restaurants · 2.5

Little Italy
$ · Mexican · 2.5
East Village
“Classic Mexican fare including tacos, enchiladas as well as all-day breakfast & vegetarian items.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
East Village
“Unique gourmet tacos & craft cocktails in an airy, industrial-chic counter serve with a lounge area.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
Logan Heights
$ · Restaurants · 2.5

Point Loma
“Unassuming counter-serve standby doling out burritos, tacos & other Mexican staples.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Pacific Beach
“Festive taqueria serving familiar Mexican dishes including carne asada, carnitas & fish tacos.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Point Loma
“Laid-back option for Mexican eats, including vegan and vegetarian options, in a bright, basic space.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

North Park
“Mole dishes, fish tacos, margaritas, happy-hour deals & more in a low-key space with a wood bar.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Ocean Beach
“Small, funky outfit with front patio seating, beer & a menu of Mexican staples like fish tacos.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Hillcrest
“Lively Mexican restaurant creates a party vibe with drag shows & an extensive menu of margaritas.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Ocean Beach
“Mexican recipes & drinks served in a casual spot with colorful decor, a patio & retractable walls.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Pacific Beach
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Logan Heights
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Ocean Beach
“Burritos, tacos & other Mexican standards are doled out in a pared-down, cash-only joint.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
North Park
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Point Loma
“Snug Mexican cafe offering an all-day menu of classic fare, including taco Tuesdays.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Encinitas
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Pacific Beach
“Branch of a Mexican seafood chain known for classic & modern tacos, tortas, sides & sodas.”
$ · Tacos · 2.4

Encinitas
“No-frills eatery with a patio turning out tacos, quesadillas & other Mexican street food.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
University Heights
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

La Jolla
“Mexican standards, breakfast items & vegetarian options in a small eatery with outdoor seating.”
$ · Mexican · 2.4

Pacific Beach
“Surfboard-heavy space steps from the boardwalk is popular for taco plates & build-your-own burritos.”
$ · Mexican · 2.4
North Park
“Intimate spot for elevated Mexican eats with a modern spin plus outdoor seating.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Ocean Beach
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Pacific Beach
$$ · Mexican · 2.4

North Park
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
North Park
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
North Park
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Bi-level eatery with floor-to-ceiling windows serving an innovative, locally sourced Mexican menu.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
North Park
“Mexican restaurant serves a variety of traditional eats but stands out for its vegan & raw options.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
North Park
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Pacific Beach
$ · Tacos · 2.4
Golden Hill
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Coronado
$ · Restaurants · 2.4