Spacious interior with club-style lighting and multiple TVs creates a lively, fun atmosphere. Music ranges from classic to modern Latin tunes, often featuring live bands and DJs. The place draws groups and families looking for energetic vibes and authentic Mexican food.
Homemade burritos stand out with rich Pastor filling and delicious kid bean options. Burritos share the menu with handmade tortillas and a variety of flavorful tacos.
Carne asada shines with excellent tacos and a delicious plate that stands out. The carne asada fries also offer a tasty twist on the classic.
Good to know
Evaga offers $2 tacos during Taco Tuesday every week.
Happy hour menu features discounted drinks and appetizers.
Reservations are recommended for large parties or special events.
Outdoor seating features shaded patio with heaters and artificial turf, creating a clean, inviting atmosphere with authentic Mexican street dining vibes. Music and a well-stocked salsa bar add to the relaxed, fun energy. The space suits couples and families, balancing lively sounds with a comfortable setting.
Burritos here are authentic Mexican with no greasy taste, even in chorizo options. The Marca Diablo and surf n turf burritos pack bold flavors with generous meat and shrimp portions.
Carne asada fries and carne asada tacos stand out with rich flavors. The menu also features carne asada quesadillas and carne asada nachos, offering variety in preparation.
Good to know
Tacos are priced at $2 each, except for seafood tacos.
Restroom facilities are available next door at the Smog Station.
Gaby's Tacos is a family-owned food truck known for their tacos and quesadillas.
Small Mexican restaurant tucked in a glass office building corner offers a cozy atmosphere with outdoor seating and a notable salsa bar. The place stays busy and tidy, attracting those who appreciate large, flavorful burritos and authentic dishes. Limited indoor space encourages takeout or dining outside, often with dogs.
Burritos here are huge and packed with meat, not just rice and beans. Options like the carne asada and Surf and Turf burritos stand out for their size and flavor, offering good value for the price.
Carne asada shines in burritos, fries, and nachos with large portions and strong flavor. The carne asada fries come highly recommended and are a consistent favorite.
Good to know
Check your receipt before ordering to avoid overcharges.
Expect large portion sizes that are shareable.
Takeout is recommended due to limited indoor seating.
Mexican restaurant offers large servings with fresh tortillas and perfectly rolled tacos. The space stays very clean and has several tables available for seating. It remains open late, welcoming families and others even at 2am.
Carne Asada burritos stand out with rich flavor and come in sizes from baby to large. Breakfast burritos include bacon, egg, and potatoes and cost around $10.50.
Carne asada shines in burritos, quesadillas, and nachos with rich flavor and generous portions. Potato tacos with carne asada add a unique twist to the menu.
Good to know
Alberto's is open until 2am for late-night dining.
The breakfast burrito costs $10.50.
Parking is available outside the restaurant.
Small taco spot inside a neighborhood market with loud music and a cash-only policy. Atmosphere feels like an old school hole in the wall with a clean but beat-up setting. Locals gather here for authentic, juicy tacos and spicy traditional dishes.
Breakfast burritos come authentic and made to order with a big chunk of chile in the salsa as a standout bite. Lengua and queso burritos offer generous portions filled with rice, beans, and great flavor.
Carne asada appears in tacos and burritos with rich, savory flavor. It pairs well with other items like tortas and breakfast burritos, showing versatility in dishes.
Good to know
They only accept cash; an ATM is available at the corner Donut Shop.
Prices are not posted, so ask before ordering to avoid surprises.
The restaurant is located in a neighborhood market with Mexican goods.
Mexican restaurant with simplistic decor and cramped seating offers a relaxed atmosphere typical of SoCal taco shops. A standout feature is the salsa bar with six varieties, enhancing the casual dining experience. The vibe feels like home despite the modest setting.
Burritos here pack loads of meat and flavor, especially the California burrito and breakfast burrito. Options like the al pastor, carne asada, and surf and turf stand out for their excellent taste and generous portions.
Carne asada stands out with its rich flavor and tenderness. It appears in burritos, tacos, and rolled tacos, often paired with crispy fries or grilled mahi for variety.
Good to know
Prices are around $10 per burrito, offering good value.
They make their own corn tortillas in-house.
Expect generous portion sizes for the price.
Small Mexican restaurant with simple interior and a few booths offers a casual dining atmosphere. Known for large, flavorful carne asada burritos and a menu reflecting authentic southern California style. The vibe is relaxed, with steady local presence and familiar routines.
Carne Asada burritos come with tender meat, plenty of guacamole and pico, all wrapped in a huge flour tortilla. Burritos stay neat without leaving hands greasy and offer a filling, tasty experience.
Tender meat fills large tacos and burritos wrapped in a huge flour tortilla. Burritos come loaded with guacamole and pico for a rich, satisfying bite.
Good to know
The tacos are inexpensive, making it a budget-friendly option.
Expect a variety of menu items, including beef and chicken options.
The portions are generous, ensuring a filling meal.
Corner store Mexican shop with small indoor space and outdoor seating offers a lively, backyard bash vibe. Salsa bar and visible grilling setup add to the authentic feel. Music can be loud, creating a bustling atmosphere.
Burritos here feature Carne Asada and California styles that stand out for their flavor and freshness. Options like the surf and turf and shrimp burritos offer a tasty variety with bold, fresh ingredients.
Carne asada stands out with its rich, savory flavor. Burritos and tacos featuring this meat come big and satisfying, consistently delivering a delicious taste.
Good to know
Taco Tuesday offers Carne Asada, Pollo Asado, Carnitas, and Al Pastor tacos for $2 each from 5 pm to close.
They have a 5-taco combo for $12 available all day Tuesday.
Breakfast is available anytime.
Hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurant with a covered patio featuring cement and tile tables and a spacious outdoor seating area. Atmosphere is authentic and classic Mexican without pretension. Food portions are generous, with standout burritos and menudo noted for quality.
Shrimp and Super Breakfast Burritos stand out here. Breakfast burritos often come with jalapeños and no potatoes on request, offering a delicious and satisfying meal.
Carne asada comes piping hot and juicy, never from a warming tray, with fresh guacamole and pico de gallo. The meat is lean and marinated to perfection, making the carne asada fries and tacos very flavorful and satisfying.
Good to know
Parking is easy and plentiful near the restaurant.
The restaurant offers large portions, often enough to feed two people.
Prices are lower than average, with items like the Chimichanga at $10.99.
Cozy interior with a Mexican theme sets a casual vibe. Burritos stand out for their freshness and bold flavors, especially carne asada and chicken roll tacos. Tight parking and fair prices shape the practical experience.
Burritos here come fresh and flavorful without being too salty. Options like the Carne Asada and Jose special beef are filling and include ingredients like meat, onion, tomato, and avocado.
Carne Asada dishes include fresh burritos and amazing fries. Tacos sometimes lack cilantro, and the cashier can be rude when asked for it.
Good to know
Parking can be tight, especially during busy times.
Expect to pay around eleven dollars for a burrito.
Prices are generally fair for the quality of food.
Hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurant with an intimate atmosphere suited for lunch dates or meals with close friends and family. Space accommodates families and groups, with a couple of TVs showing NFL games adding casual energy. Known for massive, delicious burritos and authentic Oceanside-style Mexican food.
Burritos here are massive and filling, often enough for two meals. The Carne Asada and Surf n Turf burritos stand out for their size and flavor, offering good value for the price.
Huge and delicious carne asada burritos stand out as a go-to choice. The menu also includes carne asada super nachos and a popular carne asada plate #11, plus carne asada fries that get eaten fast.
Good to know
Parking is limited; avoid street parking on Tuesdays after 2 PM due to towing.
Credit cards are accepted, but expect a surcharge for using them.
Burrito prices range from $16 to $18, reflecting a recent price increase.
Mexican restaurant with lively banda and soccer on TVs creates an energetic atmosphere. Live music and DJ performances add to the festive vibe. The space is colorful and bright with a welcoming, warm environment.
Burritos come in very big sizes, often the size of an arm. The wet burritos, especially carnitas and carne asada, stand out as highly rated and flavorful options.
Carne asada wet burritos stand out for their size and flavor, often described as some of the best around. Tacos de carne asada also offer a solid, satisfying option.
Good to know
Karaoke happens every Thursday night, starting at 8pm.
They charge an extra 4% fee for credit or debit card payments.
Free chips and salsa are provided with every meal.
Mexican restaurant with modern, clean interior and spacious family seating offers a large free salsa bar featuring nine homemade salsas from mild to habanero. Atmosphere is casual with Narco corrido music playing, creating a lively vibe. Known for authentic tacos and quick lunch options, it attracts those seeking genuine flavors and variety.
Burritos come in a football size with perfectly seasoned carne asada that delivers solid flavor. The portions offer good value and satisfy hearty appetites.
Carne asada has a nice grilled taste and comes perfectly seasoned in burritos and tacos. Carne asada fries are cooked well, not soggy or overly saucy, with high-quality fries.
Good to know
Taco Tuesday offers tacos for $1.99 each for pastor, chorizo, chicken, and carnitas.
Parking can be tight during busy times, but there are a few spaces in front.
The restaurant is very clean and has a well-organized salsa bar.
Gritty little Mexican restaurant with a basic interior and drive-thru option. Atmosphere feels dated with some infrastructure issues but offers affordable prices and large portions. Known for distinctive burritos and a casual, unpolished vibe.
Carne asada and California burritos stand out for their consistent flavor and quick service. Burritos like the surf and turf and diablo offer variety, with beans that are vegetarian friendly and prices around $10.
Carne asada shines in the burritos and tacos, delivering quick and delicious meals. Fries, cheese, and sour cream pair well with the carne asada, enhancing the flavor.
Good to know
The restaurant is very affordable with meals under $10.
Expect a wait if dining in, especially during peak hours.
Señor Pancho Mexican Grill offers a drive-thru option for convenience.
Casual Mexican restaurant with a homey vibe and colorful decor creates a friendly, quiet atmosphere. Comfortable outdoor seating complements the clean, inviting interior. The place offers a diverse menu with authentic touches and generous portions.
California burritos stand out with their rich fillings and satisfying size. Breakfast burritos and the spicy soyrizo burrito also feature prominently, alongside rolled tacos as favorites.
Carne asada comes in tasty forms like burritos and tortas here. The meat is solid, though shrimp tacos often outshine the carne asada tacos.
Good to know
Parking can be a bit challenging.
The restaurant has a kids menu.
There were lots of options for vegetarians.
Mexican restaurant offers a festive patio with heated outdoor seating and a colorful salsa bar. The vibe is hip and fun, with music that supports conversation without shouting. Margaritas stand out as well-balanced and flavorful.
Big burritos come fully loaded with options like surf and turf, carnitas, and Potato Breakfast. Breakfast burritos offer great value, and the Cali burrito stands out among the choices.
Carne asada dishes feature tender beef with balanced meat and cheese. Options include fries topped with crema and guacamole, huge nachos, quesadillas, tacos, and burritos with flavorful, well-prepared meat.
Good to know
Taco Tuesday features street tacos for $2.50 each.
Happy hour offers drink specials with discounted prices.
Wine glass Wednesdays feature $5 glasses of wine.
Spacious interior with natural light and tiled tables creates a bright atmosphere. An open kitchen showcases fresh cooking, while a small salsa bar offers a variety of flavorful, house-made salsas. Seating includes small tables for groups, with plans to add bar seating for sports viewing.
Burritos here come with carnitas and carne asada that taste rich and satisfying. The California Burrito is surprisingly manageable to hold one-handed and fills without feeling heavy, usually priced under $10.
Carne asada shines in several dishes like the burritos, salads, and Al Pastor tacos. The white habanero sauce adds a nice spicy kick to the carne asada plate.
Good to know
Taco Tuesday features $2 tacos for selected flavors.
Expect prices to be slightly higher due to the shopping center's lease costs.
The burrito costs about $14 after tax, offering good value.
Mexican restaurant offers huge portions and authentic breakfast burritos with a lively band music atmosphere. It operates 24 hours, attracting late-night crowds seeking substantial meals. Prices lean toward the moderate range, with a focus on cash payments to maintain value.
Breakfast burritos stand out with huge size and great flavors. Carne asada burritos come with cilantro, onions, and guacamole and taste fresh and well-seasoned.
Carne asada burrito stands out with cilantro, onions, and guacamole adding fresh flavor. The carne asada fries and tacos consistently deliver solid taste and quality.
Good to know
Cash payments are preferred to help keep prices down.
Prices are in the $$ range, indicating a moderate cost for meals.
Expect a 10-minute wait for coffee to brew at opening.
Mexican restaurant with family-oriented Latino culture and clean, well-kept seating featuring counter height tables. Atmosphere stays chill and pleasant despite somewhat loud TV music. Known for authentic Jalisco-style dishes and homemade corn tortillas.
Mission style burritos come with beans and rice inside and often feature two different meats like birria and adobada. Burritos are good size and cost around $8, but wait times can reach 30 minutes.
Super flavorful carne asada stands out in tacos and plates. The carne asada burrito tastes off compared to other dishes.
Good to know
$1 tacos are available on Tuesdays.
Expect extra charges for mix meat and service fees.
The restaurant often has long wait times due to staff shortages.
Roomy Mexican restaurant with TJ style atmosphere and neon lights creates a lively vibe. Salsa bar offers fresh, self-serve condiments enhancing the experience. Open late with visible kitchen where cooks prepare tacos and burritos from fresh ingredients.
Burritos come very big and juicy with tons of meat and no fillers. The carne asada burrito has a nice char flavor and no hard tendons, making it a standout choice.
Carne asada features a flavorful char with no tough tendons. Burritos come with extra meat on top of guacamole, and tacos deliver rich, delicious meat consistently.
Good to know
Taco Tuesdays offer $1.99 tacos, a great deal for taco lovers.
Expect long wait times on Taco Tuesdays, especially during lunch hours.
Frida’s Taqueria Oceanside also has Taco Thursdays with the same $1.99 tacos.
Market combines authentic Mexican food with outdoor picnic tables and a walk-up taco stand. Busy atmosphere stays clean and relaxed, with a strong focus on BBQ and fresh ceviche. Customers often arrive early to avoid crowds and enjoy affordable, high-quality meats and tacos.
Breakfast burritos draw attention for being a must-have and worth traveling for. Wait times can stretch to 35-40 minutes for a $15 burrito that is smaller and sometimes overly salty.
Carne asada here stands out for its well-seasoned and authentic flavors. Options include sirloin cuts and a variety of meats like adobada and pollo, all prepared for takeout or tacos.
Good to know
Taco Tuesday features 69-cent tacos from 6pm to 9pm.
Arrive early on Taco Tuesdays to avoid long lines.
Expect the market to be very busy on Taco Tuesdays and Fridays.
Cozy Mexican restaurant with a quiet atmosphere and open event space. Offers reasonably priced food including vegetarian options and standout items like burritos and fish tacos. Margarita quality varies, with some drinks being average.
Burritos come huge and often include a rolled taco in the center. Options range from a California wet burrito to a bean and rice version, with some made without animal products.
Carne Asada offers generous portions with a mix of flavor profiles. Some dishes have full flavor, while others lack the expected seared pepper and have steak that tastes bland.
Good to know
Taco Tuesday features $2 tacos and is popular among visitors.
Happy hour offers 2-for-1 drinks, making it a great time to visit.
Reservations are recommended for hosting events like weddings or quinceañeras.