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Where to eat Latin food in San Diego: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what Latin restaurants to try in San Diego. San Diego embodies laid-back California culture, complete with a Boardwalk, surfing communities, and outstanding Mexican food. Breathe in the fresh ocean air at Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, then gobble down a fresh fish taco at a La Jolla seafood joint. The naval aircrafts at the USS Midway Museum will have you standing at attention. A free Sunday concert at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion is the perfect way to unwind after a Saturday night bar-hop in the thumping Gaslamp Quarter.
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1. Las Cuatro Milpas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By Ned K
My wife and I were hanging out downtown doing shopping last Saturday and finally made it to a well known coffee shop in Barrio Logan to recharge with coffees. It was 1.30pm when we got there and they don't serve lunch food as we know. We were starving and felt like some good Mexican food but we didn't know this neck of the woods. I asked Lindsay the barista about a good Mexican place nearby and Las Cuatro Milpas was her answer.....the best around Lindsay said. We hit the road and were parked right outside this Mexican eatery by 2pm. There was a huge line of customers meandering down the sidewalk. I nearly had 2nd thoughts as I hate waiting in line for anything let alone food. But I figured this place must be great or real cheap ! So we're standing in the never ending line and I asked the dude in front of us about the food. Loves it he replied......been coming here since 1965. Holy Cow.......this joint is legendary apparently. The line wasn't moving real quick and was getting longer behind us by the minute. This must be peak hour I determined and yet the place shuts at 3pm. Eventually we made it inside the entrance and could witness first hand the kitchen activity right in front of us. It was a maze of movement ! We could see on the wall that the menu was not huge. My wife ordered Rice & Beans & Tamale + one dozen fresh Tortillas to go and I wanted a Burrito with Pork....the server asked if I wanted sour cream and I said yes. Within 30 seconds our complete order was placed on a tray right in front of us. Amazing speed of service and delivery ! We walked along to the end of the counter where the cashier lady was. The grand total was $15 cash .....$5 for the huge serve of Rice & Beans & Tamale, $5 for my big fat Burrito with Pork & $5 for one dozen of the biggest freshest hand made Tortillas you will ever see. We tipped 5 bucks and walked off to find a table in one of the huge dining rooms. It's a big place once you get inside. We sat down and started eating our lunch. I added some of the spicy red salsa which came with my Burrito and man did it have some kick. My Burrito tasted so good...I could taste the wonderful texture of the fresh made Tortilla and the Pork inside was good quality. My wife was soldiering through her Rice & Beans & Tamale dish and loved it but couldn't finish more that half. I went for a walk out the back at one stage and took a video of the workers making the fresh Tortillas. How cool ! We sat at our table chatting with a Colombian female lawyer who said she comes here because the food was similar to what her grandma used to serve in her home country. Wow we were impressed ! It was almost 3pm and customers were still lining up outside on the sidewalk. Our meals tasted great, the service was friendly & super efficient and the atmosphere a lot of fun. The authentic Mexican food here is great ...and real cheap !
2. El Agave
Overall Ratings
4 based on 405 reviews
Reviewed By oceansidetraveler0
A bit away from the touristy part of San Diego avenue, this upstairs restaurant felt like the type of place the locals go to. Excellent service (thanks Javier!), the restaurant has a menu of tequila drinks as well as traditional beers and alcoholic beverages. We started with an order of guacamole and chips; the restaurant also included three different salsas. The guacamole was outstanding. They have an extensive menu of specialties and traditional mexican dishes. El Agave also specializes in dishes with various mole sauces. My wife had the Mole Poblano Don Julio which included a terrific mole sauce with great spices and flavors served over chicken. I had the fish tacos which i can never resist. They were delicious and plentiful. Highly recommend this restaurant!
3. La Puerta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 982 reviews
Reviewed By 48Buddy
This is a fun downtown place to get great Mexican food and cocktails. On Mondays they offer half price tacos, quesadillas and some cocktails. Its got a local vibe, music, extensive tequila options and friendly service. They also have fun skull logo items.
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4. Puesto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 949 reviews
Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mex
Reviewed By KaimukiGirl24
Visiting daughter and understand why this is her favorite spot for freshly made tacos and Mexican favorites. Everything tastes incredible, pictures do not do it justice. Guacamole and all itâs versions are so delicious! Very busy but service was friendly and could watch your food bring prepared behind protective glass!
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