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Valentine's - Reviews

1157 Sixth Ave, 92101 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
379

Reviews

66.5%

Satisfaction

95

negative

32

neutral

252

positive

What people say about Valentine's

Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Betty R.
Review date: 11/06/2025
9
Valentina's: A Nostalgic and Delightful Experience
I first visited Valentina's many years ago when they were located on Market Street. My son was only about 7 years old then, and now he's 32! Returning to the 6th Avenue location brought back wonderful memories of their previous restaurant. The young lady who served me was very polite.
  • young lady9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Intent
  • Business Meeting
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Loud
Diana M.
Review date: 10/13/2025
3
Loud Atmosphere Ruins Lunch
My experience at this restaurant was mixed. The food was okay, nothing bad, and the service was good with nice people. However, the atmosphere, specifically the noise level, was a major issue. It was SUPER LOUD, making it feel like being at a club with broken speakers. This loudness even impacted the Thai restaurant next door, preventing us from having a working lunch. Therefore, it's not a good lunch place to go during work hours.
  • food6
  • service8
  • atmosphere2
  • noise level1
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
maddboost
Review date: 10/13/2025
9
Amazing Pork Tacos and Salsa
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The atmosphere is that of a cozy little restaurant with strong heritage in the decor. The food truly speaks for itself, hands down. I got the pork rolled flour tortillas, and they were amazing. From the start, the soft texture in the crunch was almost buttery – and that's just the tortilla alone! The seasoning of the meat and the quality of ingredients make this a repeat visit for me. Oh, and the homemade salsa chips, like double fried, went perfectly with the salsa.
  • atmosphere9
  • pork rolled flour tortillas10
  • tortilla9
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Diego V.
Review date: 10/09/2025
7
Flavorful Tacos, But Pricey
My experience at the restaurant was a mixed bag. The al pastor tacos were incredibly flavorful, and the carne asada was also noted for its saltiness and flavor. However, I found the tacos to be pricey for their average size 🌮. The service and atmosphere both received a perfect score of 5, indicating a very pleasant dining environment and attentive staff.
  • al pastor tacos9
  • carne asada8
  • Service10
  • pricey4
  • average size taco4
Service Intent
  • Regular Visit
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
CPS I.
Review date: 07/18/2025
9
Homestyle Comfort Food Done Right!
My favorite dish at this restaurant is the Pollo Asado Plate. The chicken portion is generous, and it's consistently juicy, perfectly seasoned, and grilled. The beans are just like grandma used to make, and the salsas are a perfect compliment to the chicken and beans. I highly recommend trying the chipotle salsa when available. Paired with chips and carrots, it's comfort food at its finest. I've been following them since they were originally on Market St. During Lent, the fish tacos, enchiladas, and chile rellenos are also good options. The food is never over-seasoned, always just right – true homestyle comfort food. The staff is always so nice and helpful. They do get busy during the lunch hour due to the nearby business crowd, so I recommend going just before or after the rush to avoid it. This place does not disappoint!
  • Pollo Asado Plate10
  • chicken portion9
  • chicken10
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
mike S.
Review date: 06/17/2025
10
Found My New Favorite Mexican Spot!
I just started working in the area and if you're looking for Mexican food, do not go to Taco Stand. GO HERE instead! The food is fuego, fresh, and there are loads of food. The customer service is also great. Safe to say I found my lunch spot!
  • Mexican food10
  • food10
  • loads of food9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Me, M. A. I.
Review date: 05/21/2025
10
Best Rolled Tacos and Breakfast Burritos!
My experience at this restaurant was hands down the best for rolled tacos I've ever had! The chips were amazing, and the salsas were equally impressive. I also tried the breakfast burrito, which was delicious. I always ask for extra beans in my breakfast burrito; it really gives it that special touch. The food quality is a perfect 5/5, and the atmosphere is also rated a 5/5. The service also received a 5/5.
  • rolled tacos10
  • chips9
  • salsas9
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Jorge M.
Review date: 04/13/2025
10
Delicious Mexican Food, Excellent Service!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I enjoyed delicious Mexican food in a positive and professional establishment. The good service was complemented by respectful employees and employers. It's a must-go place to eat.
  • Mexican food10
  • establishment9
  • service9
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Cristina R.
Review date: 04/12/2025
2
Disappointing Tacos and Hidden Prices
I came here because of the good reviews on Google. It was a big mistake. The tacos aren't good and are expensive. Their salsas are awful and tasteless. Their taco menu doesn't have prices visible. I wouldn't recommend this place, and I definitely won't be back.
  • tacos2
  • salsas1
  • taco menu prices2
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Todd F.
Review date: 03/22/2025
2
Disappointing Taco Experience Downtown
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing. Out of all the taco places downtown, this one sits really low on my list. The food was rated a 1, indicating a very poor experience. While service and atmosphere received a moderate score of 3, the food quality was a significant letdown. This was a lunch meal with a price range of $10–20 per person.
  • Service3
  • Atmosphere3
  • food1

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