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Cafe Coyote
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Old Town, San Diego
"your free flan..."(5 Tips)
"Huge Margarita selection and the California Burrito was amazing."(43 Tips)
"Carnitas great fajitas fiesta wonderful kids want to come back"(10 Tips)
"One of my top choices for Taco Tuesday."(6 Tips)
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Ines HenningerNovember 10, 2014best margarita! we shared a guacamole and el rey...it was way too much for two people...very tasty, friendly service,very good price and grande margarita f or only 12.75! would definitely come again!Upvoted 2 weeks ago
Bruce LeflarFebruary 23, 2014Located in the heart of Old Town San Diego, this restaurant is surrounded by other Mexican restaurants, but don't be fooled. Cafe Coyote is by far the best. Best food, best drinks and best service.- One of my top choices for Taco Tuesday. They have great food all around and cheap drinks during special times. The line might seem long but, they move through it very quickly!! Delicious tortillas
Alexandra ChacaraOctober 6, 2015Ordered the Chile Colorado plate. Very tasty, not too filling. Service here is great; waiter was timely with food. Complication with margarita earned us free flan, tasted like cheesecake!
Jennifer SSeptember 2, 2019Tried the queso fundido. The tortillas came out warm and complimented the queso perfectly. Make sure you try this dish, you won’t regret it.
Brian MercadoJuly 29, 2015I enjoy doing here for a night out with friends and family for great, traditional Mexican food. The margaritas are always mixed well with a perfect blend of tequila. A popular tourist so it is crowded
Jill O'RileyJune 12, 2013Wow this place is awesome! I came with some friends for Taco Tuesday. The tacos are like $2 to $3 each which isn't bad for the quality you get. There was plenty of meat and fixings in there.
- L CMarch 21, 2015The carnitas were amazing! Crispy skin, well seasoned and served with homemade tortillas! The wait can be long so call for reservations Id possible. The wait is worth it though!
Andrew CerdaJanuary 2, 2014The queso dip strays from your typical cheeses and offers up a really light, slightly jalapeño tasting delight. Don't forget to ask for home made tortillas to dip (vs. chips).
Alexa PomericoAugust 7, 2014Delicious margaritas and cheap but tasty Mexican food! The fries are in not served on the side of the California burrito.
Giancarlo S.July 8, 2015The chicken flautas are excellent. If you order cafe salad instead of beans and rice, get it with the Mexican dressing.
Julie CummingsJanuary 27, 2015I had the flauta plate & my husband had variety plate (taco, enchilada, & chili relleno). Both had an AWESOME smokey chili flavor. Atmosphere's great & lots of seating space.- Amanda ReussAugust 21, 2019A must-visit for Mexican cuisine in Old Town. Tortillas are made fresh as you enter the restaurant. Enjoy the live mariachi music during your dining experience.
Mario's the best server. We've been coming to see him for a few years. This is a must stop when we visit San Diego from the east coast. The food and drinks are the best!
Ask for Juliette for your server. She rocks and is super nice. She never rolled her eyes when I was ordering. I'm lactose intolerant and she was super understanding. She need a raise.
Marco NavarraOctober 22, 2017Great chips and salsa! Their spicer homemade was great too! Enjoyed the Pollo a la crema was very good! Great Cadillac Margarita!
David GravesFebruary 24, 2015Like stepping into a giant Mexican stereotype. Fun place, mariachi band, HUGE margaritas. Not the most authentic experience but definitely fun and satisfying.
DebbieAugust 27, 2014oh my gosh this place was the best!! everything we ordered was delicious and will certainly go again!!! i had the red white and blue margarita and it was soooo good.
Kevin was awesome & made great suggestions. Very friendly & lots of fun. Unfortunately we went back the next day & Alex really sucked!! Wish the service was a bit more consistant, the food was amazing- Road UnraveledMay 22, 2023This place is great! Huge Margarita selection and the California Burrito was amazing.
Jay PerskeNovember 17, 2015Wow! This place is awesome! Fish tacos were awesome, burrito was gigantic! The Salsa, the best I ever had. The flan! Crazy good!
Carrie HugginsOctober 12, 2016Taco Tuesday is a great day to visit. Awesome tacos and great service. You have to have a churro after dinner, so yummy.
Spencer CollinsJune 26, 2013AMAZING food and even better customer service! We got many things taken off our bill because our waitress said she got too busy. We didn't wait any longer than anywhere else! Thanks Yesenia!
Matthew SadlerMarch 5, 2016San Diego has the best burritos. Cafe Coyotes carne asada was no exception. Order some handmade tortillas for your appetizer.
Merve E. H.August 15, 2018Good margarita. Menu is good and foos is delicious they serve nachos as welcome. Prices are ok
Enrique Gutiérrez ArzateFebruary 1, 2015It's, by far, the best Mexican foreign restaurant I've tried. Still they are missing some things, like using black beans instead of brown ones...
Justin BurnsJanuary 28, 2016Ask for the vegetarian menu. Flour tortillas and potatoes have dairy in them and the pinto beans have lard.Meh
Polina WeitzJune 10, 2017Great, huge margaritas, awesome nachos and delicious shrimp and fish tacos. The bartenders were great!
Candy D’liteFebruary 12, 2014The salsa was mostly raw onions, order a side of beans to have something to dip your chips in
Kyle GrayJuly 10, 2017Super long wait on busy days. Don't order the street tacos, get a protein bowl or a tamale and you won't be disappointed.
Maria PerezJune 24, 2010Drive up to the corner onto the red stop sign, get out & buy 2 home made tortillas for $1, add butter! You literally buy them on the sidewalk; there will be a lady making them on the spot. Way Yummy! Read more
- Thomas GuibasJanuary 21, 2018Authentic Mexican cuisine love the surf and turf burritos Cod fish special was excellent as well
Giovanni CaporicciJanuary 2, 2015Best food in San Diego's old town district! Always fresh great drinks and awesome patio!
Jonathan WeirSeptember 6, 2016The GIANT margarita is worth sharing (or one by yourself if you want a few giggles from the other tables)
Begum TekinJuly 2, 2015Great menu and delicious mexican food. They have a good selection of Margaritas. The prices are moderate and the portions are big.
Tom SedlacekJune 30, 2016Wow.. If this is #2 in town I'd hate to see #10! Salsa was TERRIBLE. My ketchup at home is more salsa-y. Wabo-rita had very little "wabo" and the enchiladas were ordinary at best... Cisco all the way
Chris TorrezOctober 15, 2014The atmosphere is great, the service is fast, and the food and drinks are amazing!
AlesoJune 27, 2016This place is always packed but neither the dishes or the cocktails aren't that good, in the other hand the place is cozy and the staff very friendly
Leon BOctober 29, 2012If you talk to the right people you'll get a free cheese quesadilla every time you come. EVERYTHING is good. My favorite is the carnitas!
AbdulrahmanApril 24, 2017Amazing place to try the real Mexican food with this outstanding environment.
Pair the skinny margarita with al pastor, carne asada, and shrimp tacos on Taco Tues and you've got ya'self a good time. Just saying!
markMarch 26, 2016Definitely a bit touristy but agree with other reviews - solid food and great margaritas.
Alex NeilJune 13, 2017Food is not that great, however get the Ass Burner Sala aka El Diablo Spicy Salsa Sampler 🔥🔥
RedRockPacoJuly 16, 2012This is the best Mexican restaurant in the USA. Everything is great and their on the spot tortillas are awesome.
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Traditional Mexican Food in the Heart in Historic Old Town
Family Owned and Operated for over 27 years!
Voted Best Mexican 10 Years in a Row!
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
(619) 291-4695
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Reservations
Yes
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Jukebox
Restroom
Yes
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Carnitas with handmade tortillas! Can't go wrong ;)"
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