16 Best Traditional Mexican Restaurants In Serra Mesa

16 restaurants available nearby

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1. El Agave

4.4

Awesome(2715)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Old Town

Booked 24 times today

The food and drinks were delicious i would definitely come back!

2. Carne & Hueso

4.8

Exceptional(153)

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• Traditional Mexican • North Park

Booked 21 times today

Great food & drinks, and super friendly service! Will definitely return

3. Casa Gabriela

4.7

Exceptional(1267)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • La Mesa

Booked 52 times today

Every plate, appetizer, drink was soooo delicious! Can’t wait to go back.

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4. Cocina 35 Coronado

4.7

Exceptional(1032)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Coronado

Booked 95 times today

If you're looking for a memorable "event" take the SD downtown ferry across the bay (or park fee) and arrive at the restaurant's threshold to see a well-appointed and colorful Mexican ambiance that feels exciting and relaxing at the same time. The view of the bay and downtown San Diego is unbeatable. We were lucky to visit during the Día de los Muertos (celebration), and every host, hostess, and server was in full costume! It was AMAZING! Our cocktails were refreshing, perfectly crafted, and almost too pretty to sip. I ordered the El Patron sampler with the habanero creme-smothered chilaquiles. It was just delicious. Definitely a "Be-Back". (Don't miss the striking restroom decor. It's so Frida Kahlo bold!

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5. Cocina 35 Liberty Station

4.6

Exceptional(516)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

Booked 47 times today

The food is always fantastic and the customer service is always great

6. Karina’s Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(90)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Food and drinks were good , quick service , great for watching sports

7. Fonda Del Barrio

4.8

Exceptional(146)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Barrio Logan

Booked 18 times today

First time but not the last time. Delicious food, great service, nice vibe, live music, excellent drinks, and fair price. This is authentic Mexican cuisine, not Americanized. It was a special night!

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8. Salt + Lime Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(377)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 18 times today

I eat here a couple of times a month and the food is always delicious and the service is great. Recommend this place to anyone. The ceviche, tacos and guacamole are always good.

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9. Lola 55 - San Diego

4.3

Awesome(26)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

Friendly staff easy parking lively corner will come again

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10. Cocina de Barrio Encinitas

4.5

Awesome(234)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Encinitas

Booked 18 times today

This was our first visit...and it was perfect. The vibe is wonderful and our waiter was excellent. I was a little worried when I saw all the vegetarian dishes and there might not be enough to order but I was wrong. I had the chicken tortilla soup - one of the best I've ever had....not super traditional but excellent! Two friends had the chicken enchiladas and gave them a 10! And my husband had the Shrimp Ceviche - another 10.....Can't wait for an excuse to go again

Best Traditional Mexican Restaurants in Serra Mesa

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. El Agave

2. Carne & Hueso

3. Casa Gabriela

4. Cocina 35 Coronado

5. Cocina 35 Liberty Station

6. Karina’s Cantina

7. Fonda Del Barrio

8. Salt + Lime Del Mar

9. Lola 55 - San Diego

10. Cocina de Barrio Encinitas

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