Award-winning

Puesto La Jolla

4.7

2126 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 94 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Lively
Neighbourhood gem

Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos. Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas.

In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere.

We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, LA Times and the Michelin Guide.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 454-1260
Website
http://www.eatpuesto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Luisteen Gonzalez
Private party facilities
When Puesto La Jolla hosts a party, your group can be seated for a family-style meal in our Plancha Room or take over the entire restaurant and patio with a tray-passed taco and margarita fiesta for up to 160 guests. Tell us your vision, and we'll make your party come to life, Puesto Style.
Private party contact
Mikenna Doherty : (858) 788-3974

Location
1026 Wall St., San Diego, CA 92037
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
La Jolla
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

Taco Tuesday!
Multiple dates available
Come join the Fiesta. 1/2 off all tacos starting at 3PM!

What 2,126 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Diego
Great for outdoor dining
San Diego
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Puesto La Jolla offers a vibrant dining experience with standout tacos, especially the "best tacos ever!!" and the filet mignon variety, which reviewers rave about. The atmosphere is lively, and the service is often described as "great" and "fantastic." While some find the pricing a bit steep, especially for tacos, many guests appreciate the quality and creativity of the dishes. The restaurant is highly recommended for its delicious food, "perfect margaritas," and accommodating staff. Make sure to reserve a table to enjoy this popular spot in La Jolla.

2,126 Reviews

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Alessandra
VIP
Mexico City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the lobster taco !! Service great location great
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Curt
VIP
Las Vegas
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food is always great, the service started out well, but then when the place got busier, our server was MIA.
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wale
VIP
Charlotte
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, nice cocktails and awesome service. Nice ambience.
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Lynn
Pittsburgh
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cocktails and the guacamole and chips is fantastic. Tacos are very good although some are much better than others. Shrimp tamarind is a star for our table.
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Giovanna
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we always love our time at Puesto, the food is very good and we very much appreciate their attention to food allergies! Everyone in the family can always find something delicious to eat! Often it is very energetic, so not the serious conversation type of place. Staff is very friendly and goes out of the way to ensure you have a great meal. Looking forward to going back!
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Gary
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food. Great service wonderful drinks and chips and Ceviche
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Koji
VIP
Los Angeles
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Favorite place! Great service, my favorite tacos (and my favorite keeps changing with so many great ones to choose from!) Wish the parking was easier
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David
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow, the food is a amazing!! We will definitely come back for more
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Chandler
Northern MI
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Ceviche app was a highlight, but the top item, to our surprise, was the mushroom taco.
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wyomi
VIP
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is always fresh and delicious. Waitstaff was patient with us while we waited for our friend to come. Never felt rushed
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FAQs

Puesto La Jolla offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 454-1260.

Puesto La Jolla is rated 4.7 stars by 2126 OpenTable diners.

Puesto La Jolla does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 94 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1026 Wall St., San Diego, CA 92037

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
La Jolla
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Luisteen Gonzalez
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.eatpuesto.com/
Phone number
(858) 454-1260
Private party facilities
When Puesto La Jolla hosts a party, your group can be seated for a family-style meal in our Plancha Room or take over the entire restaurant and patio with a tray-passed taco and margarita fiesta for up to 160 guests. Tell us your vision, and we'll make your party come to life, Puesto Style.
Private party contact
Mikenna Doherty : (858) 788-3974

Gift card

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Puesto La Jolla

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Experiences

Taco Tuesday!

Menu

What 2,126 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Puesto La Jolla offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Puesto La Jolla restaurant rated?

Does Puesto La Jolla offer gift cards?

Is Puesto La Jolla currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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