Looking for a sublime Mexican meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable such fare around Chula Vista, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture when cravings strike.
1. Tacos El Gordo
Topping the list is an outpost of the chain Tacos El Gordo. Located at 556 Broadway (between I and H streets) in Northwest, the Mexican spot is the most popular inexpensive Mexican restaurant in Chula Vista, boasting 4.5 stars out of 4,747 reviews on Yelp. In addition to a variety of Tijuana tacos (spiced pork, beef tongue, brisket and more), the spot offers quesadillas and mulas.
2. TJ Oyster Bar
Next up is TJ Oyster Bar, at 4246 Bonita Road. (between Villas Drive and Otay Lakes Road). With 4.5 stars out of 1,563 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a low-priced option.
The site can tell you a thing or two more about TJ Oyster Bar.
"Family business started back in 2002 and expanded to other two locations in Chula Vista and Bonita," the business states in the history section of its Yelp profile. "We offer our customers Mexican seafood in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere."
As to what the eatery is known for, "Mexican seafood, Baja-style seafood, fish tacos, ceviche and more," it states in the Yelp section highlighting specialties.
3. Taco Lounge
Otay Ranch's Taco Lounge, at 1924 E. Palomar St., Suite 101 (between View Park Way and Magdalena Avenue), is another top choice. Yelpers give the cheap spot to score tacos and more 4.5 stars out of 291 reviews.
If you're curious for more, we found these details about Taco Lounge.
"Taco Lounge opened for business in early December 2017," per the history section of its Yelp profile.
In terms of signature items, "Taco Lounge serves TJ-style tacos with handmade tortillas," it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties. "Delicious carne asada, al pastor (pork), pollo adobado and birria tacos. Looking for a burrito, California burrito, breakfast burrito, carne asada chips or fries and quesadillas? Stop on by."
4. El Huevo Estrellado
El Huevo Estrellado, a Mexican spot in Southwest, is another much-loved, low-priced go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 249 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1096 Broadway Ave., Suite 105 (between Crested Butte and Naples streets) to see for yourself.
John G. noted, "This was my first visit today and I'll definitely be back. Located off Broadway, this little Mexican restaurant has about five tables, but just completed an addition that adds a couple more... Pedro greeted us and recommended the albondigas, which I ordered. My companion got the taco and enchilada plate that came with rice and beans. The albondigas was good and came with large chunks of carrot, Mexican squash, peppers, onions and a side plate of rice. I'm a huge fan of albondigas. It looks like they focus on breakfast here, so I'll probably be back for that."
Yelper Ann P. wrote, "I had the chile relleno plate and my son had the shredded beef tostada. Overall, great-tasting food."
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