The dude that bagged your burrito at JV's was the owner. Humble dude. I wen't to Bonita High with him and his cousins. They own 50% of the taco shops in San Diego including Los Panchos, Burros amd Fries, Cotijas, Lolitas, La fuente, and many others. This family made different restaurants to capitalize on all customer base. Pure genius. I grew up on Lolitas. It was the go to spot after parties. But Burros and Fries changed the game in my opinion.
thy own cotijas?? stfu burro and fries... i passed on them for the past year. interesting..... saw the pics of the food and was like ehhhh maybe the guac waste fresh in the pic or something. antojitos tenampa has been doing a good job... freshest guac ive had in a burrito in the last 10 years, just dont order delivery, something gets messed up with the timing and its arrived cold, but ordered at the counter and boom!!! greatness.
Happy Holidays K! I always remember you coming down from SF and first thing you all get is a Chimichanga from Alejandros! ahh miss those days! Hope you're doing well!
Calif Burritos is the only place where I will eat a burrito since it's lighter, and not heavy. They get the mesa and stretch it, so the tortilla is thinner & lighter & they grill the burrito. I get the mini size & extra grilled with grilled chicken, guacamole and pico de gallo. They don't put rice and beans in their burrito which is more authentic. I skip the lettuce and sour cream and they seem to put more chicken. I don't think their rice and beans are too good. I visited there a few weeks ago, and it was perfect.
Lolitas is the best for me! It’s all about the salsa too... a lot of these places lack on the flavor of the salsa... very watered down or vinagery bc they want it to last as they make large batches. Lolitas is top quality meat and they make it fresh so call ahead bc you can be waiting a long time 20+ minutes, I’ve waited 40 once. Ball park was my go to location as I worked in DT San Diego. The Lolitas red salsa is flavorful and a hint of spice but not too much. I always asked for extra and it was heavenly.
5. Lolita's 0:48 4. Cotixan 4:40 3. El Puerto 7:16 2. JV's Mexican food 11:49 1. Mike's Taco Shop 16:34 I like Ysenia's in Carmel Mountain.. Jaycation.. know of any filipino [longonisa] burritos in SD? *subed*
Definitely try Longanisa Burrito at Sayulidas in Mira Mesa!! The best!!! While you’re there make sure to get the pacman burrito as well, trust me you wont regret
I'm from National City Ca, and I found this video OUTSTANDING! I love rolled tacos and my mouth was watering watching you eat them. I moved to Colorado 11 years ago and Miss Real Mexican food! Thank you for these amazing videos ❤
Come home California forever. I’ll never understand why ppl leave unless it’s for money. Every state has crappy big cities. You gotta live in the suburbs in California and avoid big cities like the plague lol
Thank you for including El Puerto. My grandparents lived down the street form this taco shop. I spent many many summer days walking down with my grandpa to get a slurpee and rolled tacos. Brought back so many happy memories. 😊
Cali's and Fries off of Murphy Canyon is way underrated. Humbertos on 25th and Broadway is 🔥. Tito's taco shop on 28th and I-5 is legit. Vaqueros (the barrel) off of Lisbon and Chester in the Skyline area.
@@Jaycation these are suggestions based off of the California Burrito. I am constantly out and about trying new places. Keep doing your thing Jay, people like you give people like us more of a reason to keep exploring. Check my instagram out @ijklmno_619
Humberto's on 43rd street in San Diego is also missing. That place is always packed. And El Nuevo Milenio on the corner of Euclid Ave and Division street in national city should also be noted.
@@JoseSanchez-xm9go l think that there’s two type of taco shops. Hood ones and ones that are not in the hood. I think that he tried to keep it not so ghetto. But if you know about Humbertos you know.
Surprised the taco stand(north park/downtown/la jolla) wasn’t mentioned. If I had to make a top 3 cali list (based off quality of carne asada alone) They’re definitely up there next there next to luche libre. Have you tried crack taco shop in mission valley or jalapeños in Carmel mt ranch? Crack taco shop uses Cardiff crack tri tip as their asada. 🔥 Jalapeños uses premium steak as well(on par with vallartas & luche in terms of quality). You should do another top 5 cali vid but strictly premium joints.
20+ yr San Diego resident here (from Midwest originally). Burritos here are second to none! I cannot go wrong with almost any mom n pop taco shop. It’s all so damn good!! Tortilla is key. Soft n chewy w/ amazing ingredients
If you’re ever in San Marcos, you need to try the California burrito at Sr. Pancho. Delicious. Plus the restaurant is a train, so adds to the uniqueness. The price is amazing too, probably best around. The line is always huge, so that tells you it’s good.
You should do one for North County as well, or even some of the other counties. Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, San Marcos, Vista, and San Marcos all have fantastic Mexican food. As well as some of the better taco shops.
Every Marine knows Robertito's in Oceanside (if it's still there 20 years later). The Carne Asada burritos.... or the Carne french fries are completely ridiculous. It's enough to feed 3 grown men and only costs $10.
As per @TeamAdriana California Burrito is an american creation, not known in Mexico(not sure about TJ). In any case in Oceanside the place to get it is Valerie's Taco Stand at Camino Town and Country Shopping Center (from El Camino Real), for $9.49 you will get beef, french fries, cheddar cheese, and either guac or sour cream.
Definitely not known in Mexico! In fact, I think it became a San Diego thing in the late 90s... When i was a kid, I ate just Carne Asada Burritos, it wasn't until the late 90s that California Burritos started showing up in many mexican food menus around town. Valerie's was good! Thanks for that suggestion back in the Oceanside video.
True. California burritos didn't come around until the 90s. Not authentic Mexican. Basically a breakfast burrito. Never cared for French fries in burritos. Seems like a tourist thing
This is a really good list! My only difference of opinion is a like Lolitas as my #1. The quality of the carne asada, tortilla, French fries, cheese, and sour cream are unreal. Plus, they have one of the best tasting hot sauces I’ve ever had at a taco shop.
Saritas in Spring Valley is really good. Only problem is that they are so popular that you really should call ahead to order or you could be waiting for a while. Also recommend Los Palmitos in Kearny Mesa and Santana's which are in a few locations.
(my preference, only been living here a few months) 1. Bad Hombres in El Cajon 2. The Taco Stand in La Jolla 3. Lolitas 4. Mikes Taco Club in OB 5. .... undiscovered
I’m from Joshua Tree , and spent my teen years surfing around Carlsbad and the near by beaches .. had literally thousands of California burritos from all over Southern California .. my favorite being from a small restaurant in yucca valley called “algobertos “ .. you know it’s good when it feels like you used a whole stick of chapstick on your lips after you eat it lol!! And can’t forget the unlimited pickled jalapeño carrots and hot sauce at the salsa bar .. Muy bueno!!
I grew up in the Southbay and been to all of them. Great Cali Burritos but honestly Chuy's Taco Shop off of El Cajon Blvd has the best California Burrito. The whole thing blends in just right!
Anyone else appreciate his knife and the different takes on himself? Love the content! No way my chunky self should be watching these 😂😂😂 circle of life! Haha!
Places I suggest you try are salyulitas and taco taco they might not be amazing like the other places but they’re definitely up there imo but also burros and fries is probably the most creative tbh
Chula tacos in mission beach and new location in casa de oro (spring valley) is the best Al pastor on the spit ever! Almost the same as Tacos el gordo but cheaper. And Bad hombres in Santee is the best I’ve ever had for carne asada and other items. And I’ve tried em all around the county ha
There used to be a place called Santana's that sold the best Cali carne asada burrito with fries and they where located on rosecrans they where at the corner i forget the cross st and had drive thru and eat in but now is gone and a coffee shop is there now.
Shout out to Vallarta's for filling out my late night cravings! Highly recommend their off-menu "Christian Burrito" if you want something slightly extra in your California Burrito. It's the same carne asada, guac, sour cream, salsa fresca, cheese, and fries, but you get bacon bits and a fried egg that coats the fries juuuust right with its yolk, giving just an extra level of fatty, silky unctuousness that you can cut down / contrast with red sauce. God I miss San Diego Burritos.
As a native San Diegan now living in Los Angeles, I am sad that I can't get one of these delicious burritos that I am now craving lol. The mexican food in LA is not the same.
Salivating. Like. Crazy. Taking your notes on traditional for when we head there for Brewers-Padres...but Lucha Libre is so outside the box cool! (Nice first name, too!)
This was hard to watch considering nothing in Florida comes close to these monsters.. Missing my Cali burritos, but thank you for bringing these to life and helping me live vicariously through these eats...
Cotixan's was my favorite place to go when I was studying at UCSD! Their hot sauce is the best! Their carne asada fries and Cali burritos are sooo good
Mikes is the first place I bring everyone that comes to visit. The surf and turf cali is unreal and my dad still talks about their carne asada fries. Great vid!
EL Puerto is the best Mexican in San Diego hands down! You cant go wrong with anything you order there. Such a great family run spot with incredible consistent, flavorful, fresh food.
They were really nice! What do you prefer to order when you go to El Puerto? I like how the guy was curious to what other mexican food spots have unique burritos. Always willing to learn and improve it looks like.
@@Jaycation yes its been there forever and was just recently remodeled. That burrito is my favorite bc it takes like home cooking not taco shop burritos.
I moved to SD from the Bay Area, and I haven't visited any of the locations you mention due to the pandemic. However, I've visited Los Pinos in La Mesa and they served up the best pollo asado burrito I've ever tasted.
@@Jaycation They Bay is a miss and hit just like SD. I learned that it's not the actual establishment but the cooks that matter. I stopped counting the number of times I recommended a place only to hear that the cook(s) had moved on and the food quality had too.
Crazy I've never heard of Mike's I'm definitely going to have to check it out! The other 4 are fantastic, you nailed it. Best hot sauce goes to El Cotixan hands down!
You are right about that cotixan hot sauce! So distinct and unique from the rest. I tend to overuse it lol Mike's has definitely risen on the list through the years! The carne asada and seasoned thick fries inside a great tortilla really does the trick!
@@Jaycation Haha I tend to drown everthing from El Co in their hot sauce. I've heard part of the reason why it's so fantastic is because they use sour cream, which is why it doesn't hold up in the fridge as long as others. Next cali burrito on my list is Mike's without a doubt!
Hey man, grew up in Mira Mesa, Coro and definitely my go to too. Cool to see a local guy givin some love to some great spots. Gonna try some of these forsure.
I grew up in san diego for 10 years before moving to the philippines, i miss authentic burritos soooo much. My dad used to take me to a carne asada place i think across san diego city college, i cant remember much coz i was 6-7 years old then, but i remember that its all i lived for. Huhuhu, if i only i could have a burrito shipped over to here in manila.
A California burrito is a must try if you visit San Diego. Impossible to argue with the ingredients and then hit it w some medium red salsa - lunch is served!
You have to try Momentos Cafe in Grossmont center in la Mesa. Best California burrito ever... and I’ve Tried a most of the ones n this list and trust me , legit Mexican cuisine..! Try it , California burrito with asada and adobada mixed... their green salsa is out of this world..! No kidding..! We moved to Arizona and I can’t wait to go back and stop by for a burrito at Momentos Cafe..!
So we were watching this and saying well it’s too bad he won’t show El Puerto and then what happens you show up in my neighborhood! So glad you went to El Puerto! It’s the best!
They were really nice! I have a few friends and family that swear by El Puerto and when i did research, it always popped up. Definitely a great spot especially with the hash browns. What is your favorite food to order there?
El Puerto is hands down the best taco shop. They have the best carne asada EVER. I work at the 7-11 next door for years, so I had my fair share of Mexican food from them.
I LOVE Rubios too! Not only their fish tacos but their fish burritos as well! There used to be a place called Fins here that was comparable but i went a few months ago and the location was gone. Looks like it closed down for business unfortunately.
Colima's is pretty good, definitely a huge burrito but not the most flavorful. I'm about 2 blocks away so always a great late night place after a few drinks on 30th.
You gotta go to: Papas and tacos All the food from here is great, the caliburrito has red potatoes in it and isn’t over priced Also : Humberto's off of 43rd in shell town Great roll tacos and caliburritos
Exactly!!!! Lived in Mira Mesa, Chula Vista, and Oak Park Went to Lincoln High and Challenger Junior High and EVERYONE knows the top 2 Taco Shops in Daygo are Humberto's and Roberto's....Is this dude from Daygo???
13:55 Mi Rancho Market I go there often and I've never tried their California burrito. I always get a Cabeza burrito i think it's got onions, cilantro, rice and beans. It's delicious if you like cabeza meat.
I’ll be in SD next month so I’m going to check out a few of those burritos shops. Normally I don’t like California burritos because there is too much going on in them. I had my first one at a Padres game a few years ago. Also they are always soooo huge! Instead I’m a big fish taco fan. But you’ve made me change my mind. I have a friend that used to live in Spring Valley and he took us a little hole in the wall place that had the BEST food. Can’t remember the name of the place but I remember their pickled carrots!
Fish tacos are amazing! Yes, give the California Burrito another try.. I had one at a padres game and can say its not the same. Still ok but not straight from the original spots! Have a fun time Anna!
I’m from San Diego but live in the east coast now. Every Mexican restaurant over here claim to have a Cali burrito but it’s nowhere near the same as SD. All I do every time I go back to SD is get REAL Mexican food
Thanks for the video. I know now the best spot where to find the best cali burrito! Im from pittsburgh pa and were moving to san diego this year. Gonna watch all you videos.
What I recommend that I learned from Lolitas back in the day. I used to go to hilltop. Friends and I would go there all the time. Ditch school or after school. But order Carne asada burrito from your fave place. Go to McDonald's and order fresh fries. Open burrito insert McDonald's fries. And mmmmmmmm lol
Nice vid! My fav Cali burrito here in SD hands down, has to be Rigoberto’s on La Jolla blvd (hole in the wall next to promiscuous fork) with the green salsa! 😋
Rigoberto's is a last resort option when everywhere else is closed. There's a bunch of them around and they're never anything special. Decent, but there are way better places everywhere.
@Laughing All the way to the bank I’m not saying that the burrito isn’t well established here, I’m saying that I always see it on menus but never order it because I don’t know what it is or what’s in it. Mystery solved.
@@luissaenz8159 Ok dude, I agree San Diego is better than LA. But to say they don’t have good Mexican food is just not true. LA has a larger Mexican community than San Diego does.
The dude that bagged your burrito at JV's was the owner. Humble dude. I wen't to Bonita High with him and his cousins. They own 50% of the taco shops in San Diego including Los Panchos, Burros amd Fries, Cotijas, Lolitas, La fuente, and many others. This family made different restaurants to capitalize on all customer base. Pure genius. I grew up on Lolitas. It was the go to spot after parties. But Burros and Fries changed the game in my opinion.
been eating at JVs for years. always good.
Burros and Fries is bomb. Just had Super Sergio's yesterday it was pretty good.
thy own cotijas?? stfu burro and fries... i passed on them for the past year. interesting..... saw the pics of the food and was like ehhhh maybe the guac waste fresh in the pic or something. antojitos tenampa has been doing a good job... freshest guac ive had in a burrito in the last 10 years, just dont order delivery, something gets messed up with the timing and its arrived cold, but ordered at the counter and boom!!! greatness.
I miss the California Burritos from San Diego. 🤤
Happy Holidays K! I always remember you coming down from SF and first thing you all get is a Chimichanga from Alejandros! ahh miss those days! Hope you're doing well!
Same 😥
So do I..I dream of them
Calif Burritos is the only place where I will eat a burrito since it's lighter, and not heavy. They get the mesa and stretch it, so the tortilla is thinner & lighter & they grill the burrito. I get the mini size & extra grilled with grilled chicken, guacamole and pico de gallo. They don't put rice and beans in their burrito which is more authentic. I skip the lettuce and sour cream and they seem to put more chicken. I don't think their rice and beans are too good. I visited there a few weeks ago, and it was perfect.
I gained 5 lbs just watching this video
I gained 5 lbs filming this video in a span for 4 days. LOL no cali burritos for me until 2021!
Bruh each burrito is like 5lbs lmao
😂😂😁Right
HeIIo🍿🌁✈
HeIIo🍿🌁✈
Lolitas is the best for me! It’s all about the salsa too... a lot of these places lack on the flavor of the salsa... very watered down or vinagery bc they want it to last as they make large batches. Lolitas is top quality meat and they make it fresh so call ahead bc you can be waiting a long time 20+ minutes, I’ve waited 40 once. Ball park was my go to location as I worked in DT San Diego. The Lolitas red salsa is flavorful and a hint of spice but not too much. I always asked for extra and it was heavenly.
Lolitas is definitely a great choice!
Lolitas is number one! Telegraph canyon rd
Lolitas is Elite 💯😋😤
5. Lolita's 0:48
4. Cotixan 4:40
3. El Puerto 7:16
2. JV's Mexican food 11:49
1. Mike's Taco Shop 16:34
I like Ysenia's in Carmel Mountain..
Jaycation.. know of any filipino [longonisa] burritos in SD?
*subed*
Wish I could pin this to the top.
Definitely try Longanisa Burrito at Sayulidas in Mira Mesa!! The best!!! While you’re there make sure to get the pacman burrito as well, trust me you wont regret
Omg Wth I thought Humbertos On 25th and Broadway would have been number 1 hahaha.... literally the best high quality burrito!!!!!!!!!!
The best in your opinion
Nice! You're the 2nd person who has recommended that!
@@fabianavalos1386 your absolutely correct!
Im San Marcos tacos alex they got good burritos too
I'm from National City Ca, and I found this video OUTSTANDING! I love rolled tacos and my mouth was watering watching you eat them. I moved to Colorado 11 years ago and Miss Real Mexican food! Thank you for these amazing videos ❤
Come home California forever. I’ll never understand why ppl leave unless it’s for money. Every state has crappy big cities. You gotta live in the suburbs in California and avoid big cities like the plague lol
Thank you for including El Puerto. My grandparents lived down the street form this taco shop. I spent many many summer days walking down with my grandpa to get a slurpee and rolled tacos. Brought back so many happy memories. 😊
The good old high school days, walking to Lolitas on Telegraph Canyon Road. I miss home. 😭
But honestly Roberto’s on Broadway was my number one pick.
I bet you cant wait to come back and try out your favorite spots!
Yup the robertos on broadway has the best rolled tacos. But lolitas has better cali burritos.
Same owners I hear..
Grew up there too. When it was the only Lolitas, still go back to get food there too. Love it.
@@vincentvega3747 Nope. Not same owners.
You can't go wrong with any of these places!! Each burrito is mouth watering... Wait until you try birria!!
You really can't! I wanted to make a list where any of the 5 could be debated... Happy Holidays! Here is Birria? Sounds good!
Cali's and Fries off of Murphy Canyon is way underrated.
Humbertos on 25th and Broadway is 🔥.
Tito's taco shop on 28th and I-5 is legit.
Vaqueros (the barrel) off of Lisbon and Chester in the Skyline area.
Great Recommendations Luis! I'll have to bookmark these
@@Jaycation these are suggestions based off of the California Burrito. I am constantly out and about trying new places. Keep doing your thing Jay, people like you give people like us more of a reason to keep exploring. Check my instagram out @ijklmno_619
HERMANOS TACO SHOP in Chula Vista.
You’re welcome.
Thanks Andrew.
Great burritos!
They have great carne asada fries. Crispy fries are their value proposition.
Freaking Bomb !
seconded
Humberto's on 43rd street in San Diego is also missing. That place is always packed.
And El Nuevo Milenio on the corner of Euclid Ave and Division street in national city should also be noted.
Thanks for the Recs J B!
@@JoseSanchez-xm9go l think that there’s two type of taco shops. Hood ones and ones that are not in the hood. I think that he tried to keep it not so ghetto. But if you know about Humbertos you know.
@@Jaycation next video idea... Mariscó food trucks.
@@bazabal1 good call! I have to do some research since i dont know of many. Gotta do it right!
That’s the spot!
Ortiz’s is OB/Point Loma has the #1 California burrito hands down!
Hermanos taco shop in Chula Vista , one of the most underrated taco shops
Nice! I'll have to try!
How did I forget about this place. This is a must.
Cash only but they now have an atm inside.
Not underrated at all. Chula Vistans / South Bayers know ;)
@@SoundJunkie619 hell yeah bro , always big sized and they never stingy ,
Surprised the taco stand(north park/downtown/la jolla) wasn’t mentioned. If I had to make a top 3 cali list (based off quality of carne asada alone) They’re definitely up there next there next to luche libre. Have you tried crack taco shop in mission valley or jalapeños in Carmel mt ranch? Crack taco shop uses Cardiff crack tri tip as their asada. 🔥 Jalapeños uses premium steak as well(on par with vallartas & luche in terms of quality). You should do another top 5 cali vid but strictly premium joints.
Hey brother. My wife and I went to Mike’s taco club for the Cali burrito. You definitely were correct. It was awesome! Thank you so much 🌯👍🏻
Yesss! I am glad to hear you agree. Its an amazing california burrito
20+ yr San Diego resident here (from Midwest originally). Burritos here are second to none! I cannot go wrong with almost any mom n pop taco shop. It’s all so damn good!! Tortilla is key. Soft n chewy w/ amazing ingredients
If you’re ever in San Marcos, you need to try the California burrito at Sr. Pancho. Delicious. Plus the restaurant is a train, so adds to the uniqueness. The price is amazing too, probably best around. The line is always huge, so that tells you it’s good.
ill be there next month i cant wait real mexican food yessir san diego baby see you soon
You should do one for North County as well, or even some of the other counties. Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, San Marcos, Vista, and San Marcos all have fantastic Mexican food. As well as some of the better taco shops.
Every Marine knows Robertito's in Oceanside (if it's still there 20 years later). The Carne Asada burritos.... or the Carne french fries are completely ridiculous. It's enough to feed 3 grown men and only costs $10.
@@MrClarkisgod Funny enough, I just literally sat down and read this with a bag of carne asada fries... LOL
Great video dude. You got to try Sayulita's. They have a few around SD county.
thanks man! check out my mira mesa vid! i cover sayulitas
That's what I said! Sweet sausage breakfast burrito! Or Charger
You have to try Humbertos on 43rd st in national city I personally think they have the best food
As per @TeamAdriana California Burrito is an american creation, not known in Mexico(not sure about TJ). In any case in Oceanside the place to get it is Valerie's Taco Stand at Camino Town and Country Shopping Center (from El Camino Real), for $9.49 you will get beef, french fries, cheddar cheese, and either guac or sour cream.
Definitely not known in Mexico! In fact, I think it became a San Diego thing in the late 90s... When i was a kid, I ate just Carne Asada Burritos, it wasn't until the late 90s that California Burritos started showing up in many mexican food menus around town. Valerie's was good! Thanks for that suggestion back in the Oceanside video.
Yea, definitely not a Mexican thing! No fries, rice or sour cream! But whatever
True. California burritos didn't come around until the 90s. Not authentic Mexican. Basically a breakfast burrito. Never cared for French fries in burritos. Seems like a tourist thing
This is a really good list!
My only difference of opinion is a like Lolitas as my #1. The quality of the carne asada, tortilla, French fries, cheese, and sour cream are unreal. Plus, they have one of the best tasting hot sauces I’ve ever had at a taco shop.
Is that so?
@@LaMilice. indeed it is
Saritas in Spring Valley is really good. Only problem is that they are so popular that you really should call ahead to order or you could be waiting for a while. Also recommend Los Palmitos in Kearny Mesa and Santana's which are in a few locations.
Los Tito’s in National City!!!! Best one I’ve had
Yes!!!! Los Tito’s has some excellent locations. The one in La Mesa is also great.
My aunt owns Tito’s fun fact
(my preference, only been living here a few months)
1. Bad Hombres in El Cajon
2. The Taco Stand in La Jolla
3. Lolitas
4. Mikes Taco Club in OB
5. .... undiscovered
Go to Pollo Grill in Otay Ranch , Chula Vista. Otay Mall. Is the best! 😊
Homes started at his local spot, probably getting free food all the time....all cool I lived in that neighborhood in the late 80's & it's very good
Los Dos Pedros on Turquoise street is my favorite. Best carne asada burrito
I’m from Joshua Tree , and spent my teen years surfing around Carlsbad and the near by beaches .. had literally thousands of California burritos from all over Southern California .. my favorite being from a small restaurant in yucca valley called “algobertos “ .. you know it’s good when it feels like you used a whole stick of chapstick on your lips after you eat it lol!! And can’t forget the unlimited pickled jalapeño carrots and hot sauce at the salsa bar .. Muy bueno!!
I grew up in the Southbay and been to all of them. Great Cali Burritos but honestly Chuy's Taco Shop off of El Cajon Blvd has the best California Burrito. The whole thing blends in just right!
nice call Vincent! Thanks for watcing
You went to OB and didn’t get Nico’s Cali Burrito? Just drop everything and go. This right here... 💣
I must try it! Thanks for the rec Cameron
@@Jaycation oceanbeachsandiego.com/resources/local-news/nicos-california-burrito-ranked-2nd-best-burrito-america
Lolitas is the OG of the California burrito. Been going to Lolitas since it opened just down the street from my house in Chula.
Anyone else appreciate his knife and the different takes on himself? Love the content! No way my chunky self should be watching these 😂😂😂 circle of life! Haha!
Places I suggest you try are salyulitas and taco taco they might not be amazing like the other places but they’re definitely up there imo but also burros and fries is probably the most creative tbh
Chula tacos in mission beach and new location in casa de oro (spring valley) is the best Al pastor on the spit ever! Almost the same as Tacos el gordo but cheaper. And Bad hombres in Santee is the best I’ve ever had for carne asada and other items. And I’ve tried em all around the county ha
There used to be a place called Santana's that sold the best Cali carne asada burrito with fries and they where located on rosecrans they where at the corner i forget the cross st and had drive thru and eat in but now is gone and a coffee shop is there now.
Shout out to Vallarta's for filling out my late night cravings!
Highly recommend their off-menu "Christian Burrito" if you want something slightly extra in your California Burrito. It's the same carne asada, guac, sour cream, salsa fresca, cheese, and fries, but you get bacon bits and a fried egg that coats the fries juuuust right with its yolk, giving just an extra level of fatty, silky unctuousness that you can cut down / contrast with red sauce.
God I miss San Diego Burritos.
Colimas was the spot back when I was in Oceanside, large portions of food and good quality.
Lolita's is my go to for Carne Asada Fries.
Going to try that Mike's Taco Shop for sure.
As a native San Diegan now living in Los Angeles, I am sad that I can't get one of these delicious burritos that I am now craving lol. The mexican food in LA is not the same.
It's not, but some taco trucks do good ones. Also Toro Grillhouse and The Great White Hut (both in Glendale) have alright ones
Salivating. Like. Crazy. Taking your notes on traditional for when we head there for Brewers-Padres...but Lucha Libre is so outside the box cool! (Nice first name, too!)
This was hard to watch considering nothing in Florida comes close to these monsters.. Missing my Cali burritos, but thank you for bringing these to life and helping me live vicariously through these eats...
Cotixan's was my favorite place to go when I was studying at UCSD! Their hot sauce is the best! Their carne asada fries and Cali burritos are sooo good
Mr. Lin sunglasses from Bloodsport. “you Jackson? You look like a Jackson”
Mikes is the first place I bring everyone that comes to visit. The surf and turf cali is unreal and my dad still talks about their carne asada fries. Great vid!
EL Puerto is the best Mexican in San Diego hands down! You cant go wrong with anything you order there. Such a great family run spot with incredible consistent, flavorful, fresh food.
They were really nice! What do you prefer to order when you go to El Puerto? I like how the guy was curious to what other mexican food spots have unique burritos. Always willing to learn and improve it looks like.
I grew up in ocean Beach and ate there at least four or five days a week LOL. I live in North county now so I don't get down there very often.
Love Mike’s! Try Los Reyes on 25th & Broadway in Golden Hill.
Thanks for the rec! Definitely will be adding Los Reyes to the list. The King Burrito looks MASSIVE!
Yes! My favorite burrito is there, the Ranchero burrito with nopales, meat and this wonderful red sauce and whole beans ...mmmmmmm
HUMBERTOS!
Can't go wrong with that Cali burrito 🌯💯
Definitely a san diego staple!
22 years ago i used to live 2 blocks away from Cotixan in Balboa and Genesis, their food has always been amazing.👌
The carne asada nachos from that location are amazing Javier!
Im definitely getting my one tomorrow!!! Cotixan got the best rolled tacos in SD imo
Love the rolled tacos at cotixan! We always get some along with our order!
You have to try rolled tacos from el tianguis in north park
Cuatro milpas has the best roll tacos period
Los Reyes has my favorite 🌯...the Ranchero ...has meat, nopales, whole beans and chile rojo....seasoned perfectly, omg heaven.
Thats the one in Golden Hill? I had someone tell me about it a week ago!
@@Jaycation yes its been there forever and was just recently remodeled. That burrito is my favorite bc it takes like home cooking not taco shop burritos.
I moved to SD from the Bay Area, and I haven't visited any of the locations you mention due to the pandemic. However, I've visited Los Pinos in La Mesa and they served up the best pollo asado burrito I've ever tasted.
That sounds great! I bet you are missing SD mexican food right now.. What are your thoughts on mexican food in the Bay?
@@Jaycation They Bay is a miss and hit just like SD. I learned that it's not the actual establishment but the cooks that matter. I stopped counting the number of times I recommended a place only to hear that the cook(s) had moved on and the food quality had too.
Crazy I've never heard of Mike's I'm definitely going to have to check it out! The other 4 are fantastic, you nailed it. Best hot sauce goes to El Cotixan hands down!
You are right about that cotixan hot sauce! So distinct and unique from the rest. I tend to overuse it lol Mike's has definitely risen on the list through the years! The carne asada and seasoned thick fries inside a great tortilla really does the trick!
@@Jaycation Haha I tend to drown everthing from El Co in their hot sauce. I've heard part of the reason why it's so fantastic is because they use sour cream, which is why it doesn't hold up in the fridge as long as others. Next cali burrito on my list is Mike's without a doubt!
Hey man, grew up in Mira Mesa, Coro and definitely my go to too. Cool to see a local guy givin some love to some great spots. Gonna try some of these forsure.
I grew up in san diego for 10 years before moving to the philippines, i miss authentic burritos soooo much. My dad used to take me to a carne asada place i think across san diego city college, i cant remember much coz i was 6-7 years old then, but i remember that its all i lived for. Huhuhu, if i only i could have a burrito shipped over to here in manila.
Cilantros in El Cajon has some good sized burritos
A California burrito is a must try if you visit San Diego. Impossible to argue with the ingredients and then hit it w some medium red salsa - lunch is served!
I’m so glad we have indoor dining here in San Antonio and the bars are open
That's great! It's a struggle here... alot of these businesses need at least outdoor dining in order to survive at this point.
You have to try Momentos Cafe in Grossmont center in la Mesa. Best California burrito ever... and I’ve Tried a most of the ones n this list and trust me , legit Mexican cuisine..! Try it , California burrito with asada and adobada mixed... their green salsa is out of this world..! No kidding..!
We moved to Arizona and I can’t wait to go back and stop by for a burrito at Momentos Cafe..!
Dago has the best CA burritos. Nothing in LA comes close.
and that is the truth!
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SF mission burritos are the original super burritos and nothing tops them! California burritos are not proper burritos lol
@@beloved-1 wow crazy. This is a video about Dago not poop town.
Whatever you say man I don’t need your opinion
Yoooo the rolled tacos at El Puerto are the BEST! Been going there for 20+ years. That place never fails
Such a clutch spot in spring valley!
Lived in Daygo from 98-02-Robertos, Lobertos, Humbertos have the bomb Cali Burritos!
So we were watching this and saying well it’s too bad he won’t show El Puerto and then what happens you show up in my neighborhood! So glad you went to El Puerto! It’s the best!
They were really nice! I have a few friends and family that swear by El Puerto and when i did research, it always popped up. Definitely a great spot especially with the hash browns. What is your favorite food to order there?
@@Jaycation Chile relleno burrito and They make the best rolled tacos.
Going to have to try it sometime!
El Puerto is hands down the best taco shop. They have the best carne asada EVER. I work at the 7-11 next door for years, so I had my fair share of Mexican food from them.
The guy in the Van's shirt is Frankie, the biggest sweet heart.
I can't believe you picked Mike's Taco Shop, I love it there. Definitely worth going to! Now I'm starving!!!
I'm glad u agree JellyDonuts!
All good choices bro! Top of my list is Vallarta Express for sure. JVs comes in a close second though and I got my picture on their wall!
Yum! I also wish we had Rubios here in Texas I love their fish tacos
I LOVE Rubios too! Not only their fish tacos but their fish burritos as well! There used to be a place called Fins here that was comparable but i went a few months ago and the location was gone. Looks like it closed down for business unfortunately.
Colima's is pretty good, definitely a huge burrito but not the most flavorful. I'm about 2 blocks away so always a great late night place after a few drinks on 30th.
Flavor is key! But if it passes the test, its a great option for late night!
I’ve never been to la puerta and I’m in La Mesa so I will be hitting that place up for sure. Thank you.
nice! Its great. They are really nice and pay attention to the quality of their food. Love it!
Same here!
You gotta go to:
Papas and tacos
All the food from here is great, the caliburrito has red potatoes in it and isn’t over priced
Also :
Humberto's off of 43rd in shell town
Great roll tacos and caliburritos
Ramona has some of the best california burritos. Worth the trip for sure!
What am I reading? Lol
@@Melissa-wz7mb you're missing out if you've never been lol
Late to this but Los Reyes was has a great California Burrito. Also their king burtio is my all time favorite.
How Humbertos wasn’t mentioned is beyond me
I just commented about Humbertos. That place is 🔥 at both locations
Growing up in Golden Hills i agree
Exactly!!!! Lived in Mira Mesa, Chula Vista, and Oak Park Went to Lincoln High and Challenger Junior High and EVERYONE knows the top 2 Taco Shops in Daygo are Humberto's and Roberto's....Is this dude from Daygo???
Love the shirt yes!!
California Burritos shop in Birdland is heavenly!
The Spring Valley slander 😅. Some of us live here! Jokes aside, great list. Can’t wait to try the ones we haven’t tried yet.
The barrel off of imperial is DAMN GOOD wouldnt go after sundown unless you’re packing a Glock though but burritos are 🔥🔥🔥
That place is bussin G! I used to love it growing up
i really need to stop watching things like this when I'm starving at work lmao
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Mi Rancho Market
I go there often and I've never tried their California burrito. I always get a Cabeza burrito i think it's got onions, cilantro, rice and beans. It's delicious if you like cabeza meat.
Good stuff, man. I appreciate anybody that showcases our city!
Lolita’s got the best Cali Burrito 🔥💯
Great call Miguel!
Jillbertos & Habaneros Mexican Grill is also really good🥰
I’ll be in SD next month so I’m going to check out a few of those burritos shops. Normally I don’t like California burritos because there is too much going on in them. I had my first one at a Padres game a few years ago. Also they are always soooo huge! Instead I’m a big fish taco fan. But you’ve made me change my mind. I have a friend that used to live in Spring Valley and he took us a little hole in the wall place that had the BEST food. Can’t remember the name of the place but I remember their pickled carrots!
Fish tacos are amazing! Yes, give the California Burrito another try.. I had one at a padres game and can say its not the same. Still ok but not straight from the original spots! Have a fun time Anna!
@@Jaycation are you doing baja fish taco video?
There’s so many taco shops. For me as long as it’s close, it’s good.
Taco Salsa in National city has a great California Burrito also
Shout out to a neighbor. Great video.
I’m from San Diego but live in the east coast now. Every Mexican restaurant over here claim to have a Cali burrito but it’s nowhere near the same as SD. All I do every time I go back to SD is get REAL Mexican food
Yo when I was in the Navy I lived in the corner house adjacent to el puerto. Definitely fire.
Thanks for the video. I know now the best spot where to find the best cali burrito! Im from pittsburgh pa and were moving to san diego this year. Gonna watch all you videos.
Nice! Cant go wrong with any of these places. What foods will you miss thats special to pittsburgh? Thanks for watching!
Mouth watering! Happy holidays my friend! 🎇🥂🎄🎁🎇
Mouth watering most definitely! Happy Holidays to you as well!
Ortiz 's Taco Shop in Ocean Beach
this is a good list for people who go to San Diego on Vacation.. the locations, other than el puerto, are great and a lot to do in these areas
What I recommend that I learned from Lolitas back in the day. I used to go to hilltop. Friends and I would go there all the time. Ditch school or after school. But order Carne asada burrito from your fave place. Go to McDonald's and order fresh fries. Open burrito insert McDonald's fries. And mmmmmmmm lol
Ortiz Taco Shop in Point Loma is hands down my go to place.
I know this about burritos but San Diego looks like a nice place to live.
Nice vid! My fav Cali burrito here in SD hands down, has to be Rigoberto’s on La Jolla blvd (hole in the wall next to promiscuous fork) with the green salsa! 😋
Rigoberto's is a last resort option when everywhere else is closed. There's a bunch of them around and they're never anything special. Decent, but there are way better places everywhere.
1st one ever made was at jaunitas in Encinitas in the early 90s I know this as we started it
Mikes Taco Shop is 🔥 and their sauces are like aiolis , sooooo good 🙌🏽
So fire!
I’ve lived in Los Angeles my whole life. And I never knew what a California burrito actually was until I saw this video.
@Laughing All the way to the bank I’m not saying that the burrito isn’t well established here, I’m saying that I always see it on menus but never order it because I don’t know what it is or what’s in it. Mystery solved.
It’s cuz Los Angeles has crap for Mexican food .... SD all day ‼️‼️619
@@luissaenz8159 Ok dude, I agree San Diego is better than LA. But to say they don’t have good Mexican food is just not true. LA has a larger Mexican community than San Diego does.