Puesto La Jolla

First time trying Puesto and lucky us it was Taco Tuesday which is 50% off tacos. I was in the mood for fajitas but I was disappointed it was not on the menu. Excellent consolation was Taco Tuesday. We ordered chips and salsa. The chips are a little thicker and definitely not greasy. Thank you! I ordered one chicken, one fillet mignon and one carnitas taco. I’m not a spicy loving person so I got all the sauces on the side. All three tacos are stuffed with meat on a blue tortilla. The tortillas are smaller than normal but it was stuffed full. The chicken was very tender and moist. The fillet mignon was tender and it had a nice char and smoked flavor. The carnitas taco was ok but not on the same level as the chicken and fillet. Excellent from everyone we encountered at the host stand and Devon our server. This restaurant has an upbeat vibe.

Stopped by Puesto in La Jolla and honestly it’s a pretty good spot overall. We tried the al pastor chicken bowl and tacos both flavorful, well-seasoned, and satisfying without being too heavy. The 4-salsa chips were really good (loved the variety), though the portion size was a bit small for sharing. The pistachio tres leches was a pleasant surprise soft, nutty, and not overly sweet. Perfect way to end the meal. Drinks-wise, the cucumber margarita was super refreshing, light, and balanced definitely recommend if you’re not into overly sweet cocktails. Overall vibe: lively, modern Mexican with good flavors Food: solid, tasty Portions: slightly on the smaller side Would I go again? Yes, especially for tacos + margaritas ⭐ Rating: 4/5 Perfect for a casual La Jolla meal when you want good food, fun drinks, and a nice atmosphere

Puesto is a good spot for tacos. I enjoyed them, and the appetizers and shareables were also a solid choice. The meal was enjoyable overall, and I would consider going back again.

Well executed tacos for taste and presentation! The hero taco is a must try, lobster with cheese crusted filet mignon! Can't beat the combo for taste and fulfillment of flavors on the tongue

This was a great experience! I went here with my extended family and we had to wait outside to be seated for a time. However, they knew about this and were very apologetic. They were very nice about us having to wait. Our food was great and the aguas frescas were delicious too. And we loved it. Overall, it’s a nice and great restaurant in La Jolla and I’m glad that we went. Great experience!

Love this place so much that I make sure to stop by every time I’m in San Diego! The flavors and textures in the tacos are perfectly balanced! I also enjoy the salsa flight here. The chips are not bad, but could be a little higher quality to match the rest of the food here.

Excellent Mexican food in La Jolla! Came here because of its stellar reputation and it did not disappoint. It’s less than a 10 minute walk from La Jolla Cove and surrounded by plenty of shops and stores. Their menu offers a diverse array of tacos and their margaritas are excellent. Special shoutout to their guacamole sampler… some of the best guac I’ve ever had. The pricing is very reasonable relative to the area and the portion sizes are sufficient. The staff and overall service were excellent and came through with suggestions. The outdoor seating makes it a great spot to eat with friends or family while enjoying the San Diego weather. Highly recommend!

Warm welcoming atmosphere. Knowledgeable wait staff. Described food choices and offered suggestions based on our questions. Salsa for initial chip basket was enjoyed by all four of us. Flautas with chicken was flavourful. Carne burrito was moist and seasoned well. Quac three flight was spicy, cheesy and traditional. Ez parking on Wall Street at the time we were there. Umbrella shades at every outdoor patio seating area.