Location: Del Mar
Top Restaurants in Del Mar
Best Mexican food near Del Mar, California, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best Mexican food in Del Mar, California, United States. Del Mar is a beach city in San Diego County, California. Del Mar is Spanish for "of the sea" or "by the sea," which reflects its location on the coast of the Pacific Ocean. The Del Mar Horse Races are hosted on the Del Mar racetrack every summer. In 1885, Colonel Jacob Taylor purchased 338 acres (1.37 km) from Enoch Talbert, with visions of building a seaside resort for the rich and famous. The United States Navy operated a Naval Auxiliary Air Facility for blimps at Del Mar during World War II. The population was estimated at 4,311 in 2014, up from 4,161 at the 2010 census.
Things to do in Del Mar
9. Las Olas Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 364 reviews
Since 1981, Las Olas Mexican Restaurant has served the best authentic fresh Mexican food near the beach!Please join us for margaritas, lunch and dinner specials, full bar and craft beers, Taco Tuesdays, Happy Hour Monday thru Friday till 6 pm, group parti
Reviewed By John R
Hard to beat this place for ambiance, friendly people, food and views. WE had a Flamed Chile Rellanno stuffed with cheese and all the fixins. Plus some Cadillac Margaritas. The bartendar's Matt and Jason are incredible and make the place what it is. Fantastic!!
8. Craft Burrito Company
Reviewed By mauiblades
Had a great experience here. The food was quite good. They serve a few local craft beers (although they were out of what I ordered). There were high top tables and bar seating inside and a patio outside. My main negative statement about this place was that the server/bartender was cleaning the floor while people were eating and the cleaner she used was very strong. It made me rather nauseous. Several people walked in, and then walked back out so they thought so as well. I have no problems with cleaning when there are not customers to serve, but beware of the potency of the cleaner. Other than this, it was a great place for a burrito.
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7. Ocean View Bar & Grill
Hotel Indigo's Ocean View Bar & Grill serves authentic local favorites, creative appetizers, shareable plates and signature cocktails. Along with its enticing menu, guests enjoy ocean views and contemporary décor. The grill also features live local music
Reviewed By Adnora
We enjoyed or dinner and a cool ocean breeze. The drinks were on the strong side and the wine was very good. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the pork chop was well done. The menu is small but has good variety of choices.
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6. Casa Sol y Mar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 128 reviews
Guests will sense the warmth and romance of Mexico as soon as they walk through the door at Casa Sol y Mar, Diane Powers' newest addition to the Bazaar del Mundo Restaurant Group.
Reviewed By Shalika W
Me and my husband went here for a lunch ..The staff was very friendly even though it was busy day they made sure that we get our order on time..I loved how they served the fajitas in the hot iron plate! good food ...must go place if you love Mexican food
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5. Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3 based on 81 reviews
Welcome to Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant! Tio Leo's has been one of San Diego's most loved Mexican Restaurants for over 32 years. We love our guests, and offer a variety of menu options to suit all walks of life! And for your special event, see our famous
Reviewed By Bri2312
We stayed in the area and decided to try out Tio Leoâs in De Mar. I had the delicious breaded green Chile Relleno with shredded beef and cheese. My husband enjoyed his surf and turf burrito. Our daughter had the kidsâ chicken strips. The food and service overall was good.
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4. Kotija Jr Taco Shop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Dan K
Great little place. I got the fish tacos on my way out of town and was mad that I found the place a day late because I wanted their breakfast burrito SO BAD after that!If I had one little criticism, it's that the fish taco was just a bit over stuffed. If they made three out of the two, it would have been perfect!
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3. Fidel's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 309 reviews
Reviewed By PfredIII
I joined a couple colleagues at Fidelâs for dinner. It is a large multilevel restaurant with traditional Mexican fare. I was disappointed that they didnât have any mole dishes, so I ordered the Carnitas instead. They were very good and served with flour (or corn) tortillas, chips and pinto beans. I also had the std margarita served in a short glass tumbler. The margarita was acceptable but not exceptional. Prices are high average. I recommend Fidelâs although I will try other places before returning, with so many Mexican options around.
2. Tony's Jacal
Overall Ratings
4 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By 2beans2000
Weâve been going to Tonyâs for 24 years and our friends have been going for 40!!Itâs a family-owned, family-run business with very authentic Mexican food in a friendly, family oriented environment.I love their carne asada, best ever, but this time I ordered the anniversary plate with a mini tamale, mini taco, mini chile relleno, and mini enchilada. A bit of everything to celebrate their ..... 60 years in business (I think itâs 60!!)My husband selected a combination of beef Colorado and carnitas.Often there will be mariachis singing table to table.Indoor and outdoor seating are both available.There is a wonderful area of birds that our kids used to love to watch, just off the bar.Plenty of parking, right by the restaurant and across the street.
1. En Fuego Cantina & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 281 reviews
Reviewed By 478Sandra
Interesting semi-open air restaurant. Probably should not have visited on a rainy day since it is not entirely enclosed, but overhead heaters helped. Would be great in the summer, though. Food was good, but nothing really special. My friend had the chicken tortilla soup which she said was very good. I had a carne asana burrito which was fine - did not come with any sides, which I would normally expect. Perhaps we just didn't order a house specialty but didn't feel the food was worth making a special trip for, especially because the parking can be a problem.
