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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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markMarch 26, 2016Definitely a bit touristy but agree with other reviews - solid food and great margaritas.
Alexander M. Rizik MayoMarch 6, 2017Asked for the free flan after checking in.. got a free fried ice cream instead 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Sarah IshoApril 8, 2013This place is DISGUSTING! It's the place white people go to get "authentic Mexican food" and thinks its delicious when really it's 10 bars lower than Chevys, yuck!
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!
Peggy KingJune 9, 2013The service was great, however the fajita beef burrito was ALL mushroom little grilled bell pepper, and 3 small bites of beef! Would not have that again.
Arthur MitchellFebruary 7, 2012Above average, but has that 'tourista' food feel of old town. My carnitas were tender, but lacked the bark of superior carnitas. The Naga Dragon Salsa was hot, but not the barn burner I expected.
Amanda FoleyOctober 26, 2016Go here for some yummy Mexican food + margaritas after you wander around Old Town park.
Candace LahrJuly 25, 2015The tortillas are the best especially due to the fact that it was handmade.
Alex NeilJune 13, 2017Food is not that great, however get the Ass Burner Sala aka El Diablo Spicy Salsa Sampler 🔥🔥
If you are interested in growing your business check out our BNI chapter Tuesday mornings at 7:00. Or call Billy Colestock at 619-787-4066.
Pollo con crema is amazing. Don't forget the tortillas. I think they're the best in Old Town.
Pelin Güvenç KefelApril 4, 2016Totally recommend the 1800 Coco Pina margarita it is reaaally good. The fajitas are average...
Karla PadillaOctober 18, 2011Best chilaquiles this side of the border! Hands down! Plus, homemade tortillas!! It gets no better!!
Christina MinnaSeptember 11, 2010The best tortilla soup in the united states! Handmade warm flour tortillas are fantastic too. If you are in town you must try both.
Carne asada fajitas, burrito especial. Mar y tierra plate and margarita for two all yumm. Group date.
deestivFebruary 19, 2015ENORMOUS margs, delicious food, and a mariachi band. Does it get any better?
Steer away for a while. Locals that come every other month. Quality and service seriously declined over last three visits.
thomas bartelDecember 30, 2011The Tacos were excellent and they were so big I couldn't eat both of them!
Marissa MMay 7, 2011Great portions. VERY filling. Get the guacamole and try the Cafe Coyote Quesadilla. Delicious!
Their tortillas really are as good as everyone says and even more awesome paired with their authentic carnitas. Yum!
SalFebruary 28, 2015Tacos are oily. It is good...but not the best. I would rather go to other places before this one in old town...such as Fiesta de Reyes
Raquel Fiorucci 🇺🇸 ❤ 🇫🇷July 30, 2011Food was awesome. Service was even better. Ask for Nohemi. She's very efficient and pleasant :-)
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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
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
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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Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Love coming here for salt water taffy, bulk tea and some of the best Mexican food In the world! Lots of history and interesting shops."
Jeremy Anslow - 7.7
"So cool want to come back when they do the evening tours. So much history for San Diego. A must along with the Cosmopolitan Hotel."
Toni Gutierrez - 8.1
"Tortilla ladies are my favorite part of Old Town! Love this spot and always have."
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