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Taco Fiesta - Reviews

4920 University Ave, 92105 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
144

Reviews

47.2%

Satisfaction

66

negative

10

neutral

68

positive

What people say about Taco Fiesta

Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Naro C.
Review date: 08/22/2025
2
Disappointing Experience, No Meat Served
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing. I had wanted to try this place for a while and visited three times, hoping to order carne asada fries. Unfortunately, each time I was told they were out of meat. Because they couldn't serve me what I wanted, I won't be returning.
  • meat1
  • carne asada fries1
  • serve me1
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Kendald H.
Review date: 07/31/2025
2
Food Quality and Service Decline
My experience at this restaurant has unfortunately declined significantly. The food used to be good, but now it's mostly cold and old. The service is hit or miss, and they frequently change prices and menu items. I used to enjoy the number 3, a supreme 5 rolled taco that came with a drink. However, the price has increased from $9 to $10, and then to $11 over my last few visits. Sometimes they give me a hard time about my drink order, and other times they don't. On one occasion, the Sunkist had dirt on top, as if it had been handled carelessly. This time, I was told the drink was no longer included and was charged an extra $3. I do not recommend this place; they are trash. Furthermore, the restaurant is filthy and they don't clean up. I also suspect you might be taken advantage of if you pay with a card; I believe it's cash only. Food quality has worsened, and the service is inconsistent. The cleanliness of the restaurant is a major concern.
  • food2
  • service3
  • prices3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Diana O.
Review date: 12/22/2024
3
Service Lacking, Food Just Okay
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing due to the poor customer etiquette of the staff member taking orders. While the food was okay, it wasn't exceptional enough to warrant a return visit.
  • food5
  • customer etiquette2
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Raymond G.
Review date: 07/28/2024
6
Good Tacos, Bogus Prices
My experience at this taco shop was a mixed bag. While the food itself was good, the pricing was a major issue. The posted prices were misleading, as they upcharged about $2-$3 per item. When I brought this to the attention of the staff, the response was dismissive, essentially saying "whatever. " Despite the good tacos, the bogus prices and poor handling of the situation made for a frustrating experience.
  • food7
  • posted prices2
  • upcharge2
  • guy2
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Gina M.
Review date: 10/23/2023
8
Great Crispy Burrito, Lacks Flavor Enhancers
I really liked the crispy fish burrito 🌯 and the good price, unlike other taco shops that charge $9 or more. The only issue was the lack of jalapeños and carrots, which would have added more flavor to the burrito.
  • crispy fish burrito9
  • good price8
  • jalapeños, zanahoria4
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Tawana M.
Review date: 08/13/2023
1
Hard object cracked my tooth!
I ordered 10 roll tacos and they were good, but unfortunately, there was something hard inside that cracked my tooth. I will NOT eat the food anymore 🙏💀. My experience with the food was rated a 1, and the service and atmosphere were rated a 2.
  • service2
  • atmosphere2
  • roll tacos2
  • food1
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Mary T.
Review date: 06/09/2023
7
Mixed Experience with Burrito Order
I usually get the ham egg and cheese burrito. I wanted to try the egg bean and cheese, but they didn't give me beans, just egg and cheese. However, they do have good Mexican food.
  • ham egg and cheese burrito7
  • Mexican food8
  • egg bean and cheese3
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
J.J. G.
Review date: 06/04/2023
1
Terrible Experience, Never Again
My experience at this restaurant was trash. The staff was unfriendly, and the food handling was questionable at best. I witnessed them serving beans from a 5-gallon Home Depot bucket. I overheard one cook tell another to 'just add water to what was left' because they were closing in an hour. I had already paid and, not wanting confrontation, I left without my food. I will never go back and wish there was an option for less than 1 star.
  • staff1
  • food handling1
  • beans1
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
V V.
Review date: 04/20/2023
9
Great Burrito and Fast Service
My first time trying this shop was a positive experience. The burrito was rolled well and a decent size for $10, featuring pollo asado. The fries were crispy, and the tortilla was decently toasted. Both the sour cream and pico were good, as was the salsa. The service was fast; I called for pickup 5 minutes out and it was ready when I arrived.
  • burrito9
  • pollo asado9
  • fries8
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Gareth L.
Review date: 02/22/2023
9
Excellent Basics Done Right
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's my go-to spot in San Diego for burritos and tacos. Everything they make is excellent. They focus on the basics done really really well, without being fancy or over the top. For those who are very hungry, they offer a "Steak King" burrito, which is essentially a California burrito enhanced with bacon and pico de gallo. Personally, I highly recommend their tacos with Pollo Asado or Carne Asada, the California Burrito, and their Horchata.
  • burritos9
  • tacos9
  • California Burrito9

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