Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila

4.4

316 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2+ people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

ABOUT FREDS OLD TOWN | Since 2001, Casa de Freds in Old Town has been bringing the fiesta to San Diego. Freds is the place for amigos - both new and old - to have a great time while enjoying quality food, fresh margaritas and a festive atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious, Baja-infused selections that are made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. The vibrant decor and great music provide a unique dining experience right in the heart of historic Old Town. The restaurant offers plenty of versatility for groups of many sizes. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Freds newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. Thanks Amigo!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue, Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 858-8226
Website
http://www.fredsoldtown.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Tony Moreno
Private party facilities
Fred's Mexican Cafe offers plenty of versatility for parties of all sizes. Both our outdoor patio and indoor seating area are great options and can fit a large number of guests comfortably. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so you can bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Fred’s newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. If you are interested in hosting your next event at Fred's Old Town and would like more information, please email Allison at: allisonp@mooserestaurantgroup.com.

Location
2470 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
Area
Old Town
Cross Street
Conde Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Guacamole and ChipsUS$10.95
Made Daily with Ripe Avocados, Onions, Tomatoes, Serrano Peppers, and Spices. Topped with Queso Fresco
Spicy Black Bean DipUS$8.45
Black Beans, Roasted Corn, Onions, Garlic, Jalapeño, Tomato, Cilantro, and Cotija
Queso DipUS$11.45
Pepper Jack Cheese, Jalapeños, Tomatoes, Onions, and Cilantro
Rolled TacosUS$11.95
Chicken Rolled Tacos topped with Melted Cheese, Pico, Avocado Cilantro Crema, and Sour Cream
NachosUS$12.95
Corn Tortilla Chips, Refried Beans, Melted Cheese, Jalapeños, Pico, Avocado Cilantro Crema, and Sour Cream
Quesadilla GrandeUS$12.95
Monterey Jack Cheese in a Flour Tortilla, topped with Sour Cream and Onions. Served with a side of Spicy Black Bean Dip
Chicken ChingaderasUS$14.95
Chicken, Beans, Rice, and Cheese stuffed into Panko Flour Tortilla pinwheels and topped with Sour Cream, Pico, and Radish. Served with a side of Tomatillo Crema
Carne Asada FriesUS$16.95
Crispy fries and melted Pepper Jack Cheese, Carne Asada, Avocado Cilantro Crema, Sour Cream, and Pico

Famous Fajitas

All fajitas come with our homemade flour tortillas

Chicken BreastUS$20.95
Onions, Bell Peppers, and Zucchini Squash served with your choice of Grilled Chicken or Marinated Skirt Steak on a Sizzling Skillet. Served with a side of Rice, Black Beans, Sour Cream, Pico, and Flour Tortillas
Carne AsadaUS$21.45
Onions, Bell Peppers, and Zucchini Squash served with your choice of Grilled Chicken or Marinated Skirt Steak on a Sizzling Skillet. Served with a side of Rice, Black Beans, Sour Cream, Pico, and Flour Tortillas

Enchiladas

Price Differs on Protein Chosen

CheeseUS$14.45
Oaxaca cheese in two corn tortillas topped with both ranchero and suiza sauces, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, Cotija cheese and cilantro. Served with a side of rice and beans
Grilled ChickenUS$16.45
Carne AsadaUS$18.45
ShrimpUS$18.45
Surf & TurfUS$18.95

Salads and Soup

Chicken Tostada SaladUS$15.95
grilled chicken, romaine and mixed greens tossed with fresh tomatoes, hominy, fire roasted corn and cilantro vinaigrette over a crunchy corn tostada and spicy black bean dip
Chicken Caesar SaladUS$14.95
crisp romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, tossed in Caesar dressing & garlic croutons
Pozole - Traditional Mexican StewUS$10.45
Mexican pork and hominy stew with guajillo broth. Served with cabbage, radishes, cilantro, lime and avocado
Soup and Salad ComboUS$16.45
your choice of half-salad and a cup of soup

Breakfast

Served All Day

Breakfast BurritoUS$13.45
eggs, cheese, fries, pico de gallo, refried beans, avocado cilantro cream
Guajillo ChilaquilesUS$13.45
tortilla chips & scrambled eggs, topped with guajillo salsa, cilantro, and Cotija cheese. Served with a side of refried beans

Burritos

Make any Burrito a Bowl

Fred's One Pound BurritoUS$17.95
choose from: chicken breast, carne asada. Fred's burritos weigh over a pound! They start off with Oaxaca cheese, Mexican rice, black beans, cabbage, tomatillo crema, pico de gallo and your choice of protein. They are then topped with both Rachero and Suiza Sauces, Cotija cheese and cilantro
Bean, Cheese, Guac & RiceUS$13.95
black beans, Oaxaca cheese, housemade guacamole and Mexican rice topped with ranchero and suiza sauce
Classic CaliforniaUS$17.95
carne asada with house fries, Oaxaca cheese, pico de gallo and housemade guacamole

Taco Plates

$16.45. Served with Mexican Rice and Black Beans

Fred's Gringo Taco
It's HERE FOLKS. Traditional Mexican Picadillo Mix (Seasoned Ground Beef, Carrots, and Potato) in a Crispy Corn Tortilla Shell
Chicken
Charbroiled Chicken Breast with Avocado Cilantro Crema on a Flour Tortilla
Baja Fish
Alaskan Cod Battered with Calidad Lager and a Tomatillo Crema drizzle on a Corn Tortilla
Carne Asada
+$1 each. Grilled Skirt Steak with Pasilla Crema on a Flour Tortilla
Crispy Chicken
Panko Breaded Chicken Breast with Pasilla Crema on a Flour Tortilla
Carnitas Taco
Roasted Pork Shoulder with Ancho Guajillo Salsa drizzle on a Corn Tortilla
Mahi Mahi
Seared Mahi Mahi Fillets with a Citrus Aioli on a Corn Tortilla
Shrimp
+$1 each. Garlic Marinated Shrimp with a Tomatillo Crema on a Corn Tortilla
Cheeseburger Taco
Ground Beef, Fries, Tomato, Onions with Ranch on a Flour Tortilla
Spicy Pork Adobada
Pineapple Marinated Pork Served with Verde Salsa on a Corn Tortilla

Chef Specialites

Chicken MoleUS$18.45
grilled chicken breast with a super secret mole sauce made from peppers, chocolate and spices. served with rice, black beans, and flour tortillas
Chile VerdeUS$18.45
slow roasted carnitas stewed with roasted tomatillos, peppers and onion. served with rice, black beans and corn tortillas
Shrimp DiabloUS$21.95
white shrimp sautéed with a cream guajillo sauce, squash, corn and hominy served with a side of rice, black beans and flour tortillas
Carne Asada PlateUS$21.45
marinated steak grilled to order with guacamole and sour cream served with rice, black beans and corn tortillas
Ginormous MolcajeteUS$43.96
carne asada, chicken breast, mahi mahi and bacon wrapped shrimp loaded into a pipping hot Molecajete with cream salsa verde, guajillo, quest fresca, jack cheese, cilantro and a large cheese crisp. Fried jalapeno and spring onion to boot! Served with homemade flour tortillas, rice and refried beans

Fred's Burger

BurgerUS$15.95
your choice of 6 oz handmade all-beef patty or grilled chicken breast topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and cheddar cheese on a brioche bun. Served with a side of seasoned fries

Desserts

Flan & BunuelosUS$7.45
Churro Donut TowerUS$8.45

What 316 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and great customer service." Guests praise the "awesome food, experience, and service," highlighting the standout tacos and margaritas. The lively atmosphere, attentive staff, and "super tender" carne asada make it a top choice for gatherings and family meals.

316 Reviews

C
Cheryl
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We chose Fred’s for our dog, Ziggy. The staff were more than accommodating - they are dog lovers and people persons, making us all feel at home. Great food, pure pleasure!
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Richard
Orlando
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fred’s is the best of truly wonderful Mexican food to be found in Old Town. Dee our waiter was awesome and made great drink and food recommendations!
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded 4 days ago
Richard we are so grateful for you taking the time to not only leave us such a lovely review, but also recognizing Dee and his excellent service! Wonderful food is worthy of a review but awesome service is what makes an outing truly memorable so we are super appreciative! The food and Dee aren't going anywhere so we know we'll see you soon! :)
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Andra
San Diego
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Taco Tuesday didn’t disappoint. Added in the street corn which is delicious. Love the outdoor firewall and how dog friendly this place is.
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded 4 days ago
Gracias Andra! Taco Tuesday is a staple in San Diego and we're honored you chose our restaurant to celebrate! Street Corn - YUM! Firewall during this chilly time of year - YES PLEASE! Dogs - OBVIOUSLY :) Thank you so much for your review and we hope to see you soon for another fiesta!
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Phylicia
Central Coast
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Took the granddaughters to lunch prior to the play at the Cygnet - nice walk to restaurant and the staff were attentive and the food excellent. Such a lively fun place to have lunch prior to Rocky Horror!!
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 October 2024
Phylicia we are more than thrilled that you and your granddaughters had such a wonderful time with us! Delicious food, superb service, and a fun atmosphere sound like a great way to start a fun afternoon before Rocky Horror :) "Let's do the Time Warp again!" and come back next time you're in Old Town!
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EnjoyDining
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 2 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat outside enjoying the company and food. Attentive service.
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 6 September 2024
Thank you so much for your review amigo! We appreciate you and your 5 stars! :)
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cecilia
Las Vegas
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 24 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Server was awesome and very friendly. Food was good as well
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 26 August 2024
Gracias, Cecilia! We're thrilled you had a wonderful time with us and the service was wonderful! Oh...and the food too ;)
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Anesha
Orange County
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 13 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Alejandro was excellent, he took really good care of us! Food was amazing as well as our margaritas. We can’t wait to come back!
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 17 August 2024
Arose thank you so much for such a lovely review! We're so happy that Alejandro took amazing care of you and your party and made some delicious margaritas as well! He's not going anywhere so we hope to see you soon! We appreciate you friend :)
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Peter
San Diego
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Can’t complain about the savoury food, but the Churros were dripping with oil. Our waitress was the friendliest person before she got her tip then completely ignored us and we had to ask 3 times for our complimentary churros (which weren’t worth the wait). Better to be genuine when serving customers.
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 August 2024
Peter thank you so much for taking the time for leaving a review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your meal with us but we apologize about the churros! We will definitely bring this to our kitchen's attention! We will look into your experience and service...would you mind reaching out to us with specifics including the time and date that you dined with us so we can address the appropriate staff? Look forward hearing from you Peter.
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Dave
Charleston
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on 27 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great spot to meet friends, and kid friendly. Wish they had a quesadilla option, but the tacos are large.
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 August 2024
Hey there Dave! We're thrilled you had a great time with us! Yes the tacos are delicious but our quesadillas are hidden under the appetizers - we promise we have them next time you join us! See you next time amigo!
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JillSD
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 23 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brandon did a great job. I appreciate that Ray was involved in our group and came and introduced himself. The hostess was very professional also. The food was great and the drinks awesome. My group really enjoyed the visit.
Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 August 2024
Thank you so much Jill for the 5 stars! From the host to the server and even the manager taking care of your party, it sounds like you had a wonderful time! We're so happy that everything was awesome and delicious and we hope to see you next time you're in Old Town to fiesta :)
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FAQs

Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 858-8226.

Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila is rated 4.4 stars by 316 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2+ people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila

2470 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110

Additional information

Cross Street
Conde Street
Area
Old Town
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue, Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex, Mexican / Southwestern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tony Moreno
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.fredsoldtown.com/
Phone number
(619) 858-8226
Private party facilities
Fred's Mexican Cafe offers plenty of versatility for parties of all sizes. Both our outdoor patio and indoor seating area are great options and can fit a large number of guests comfortably. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so you can bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Fred’s newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. If you are interested in hosting your next event at Fred's Old Town and would like more information, please email Allison at: allisonp@mooserestaurantgroup.com.

Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila

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Additional information

Appetizers

Guacamole and ChipsUS$10.95

Spicy Black Bean DipUS$8.45

Queso DipUS$11.45

Rolled TacosUS$11.95

NachosUS$12.95

Quesadilla GrandeUS$12.95

Chicken ChingaderasUS$14.95

Carne Asada FriesUS$16.95

Famous Fajitas

Chicken BreastUS$20.95

Carne AsadaUS$21.45

Enchiladas

CheeseUS$14.45

Grilled ChickenUS$16.45

Carne AsadaUS$18.45

ShrimpUS$18.45

Surf & TurfUS$18.95

Salads and Soup

Chicken Tostada SaladUS$15.95

Chicken Caesar SaladUS$14.95

Pozole - Traditional Mexican StewUS$10.45

Soup and Salad ComboUS$16.45

Breakfast

Breakfast BurritoUS$13.45

Guajillo ChilaquilesUS$13.45

Burritos

Fred's One Pound BurritoUS$17.95

Bean, Cheese, Guac & RiceUS$13.95

Classic CaliforniaUS$17.95

Taco Plates

Fred's Gringo Taco

Chicken

Baja Fish

Carne Asada

Crispy Chicken

Carnitas Taco

Mahi Mahi

Shrimp

Cheeseburger Taco

Spicy Pork Adobada

Chef Specialites

Chicken MoleUS$18.45

Chile VerdeUS$18.45

Shrimp DiabloUS$21.95

Carne Asada PlateUS$21.45

Ginormous MolcajeteUS$43.96

Fred's Burger

BurgerUS$15.95

Desserts

Flan & BunuelosUS$7.45

Churro Donut TowerUS$8.45

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