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Ponce's Mexican Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Kensington, San Diego

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8.7^/10

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Ranked #6 for margaritas in San Diego
"the house margs are great, better than most places' premium drinks."(21 Tips)
"Enchiladas are fantastic and the salsa is excellent!"(10 Tips)
"Carne Asada Burrito (CA Style) & CrackaMole"(2 Tips)
"Get the street tacos, especially the carnitas and adobada."(3 Tips)

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Michael GalliJanuary 25, 2015
One of the BEST Mexican restaurants I've ever been too. Food & margaritas are BOMB. Expensive, as is everything. My date paid which was very sweet.
Courtyard San DiegoApril 29, 2012
“Looking for a solid breakfast dish? Try their chilaquiles and make sure to have chicken added to them. ¡Muy delicioso! (Obviously grab a margarita too, no matter the time of day.)” - Jon, Front Desk
Janine AddisonFebruary 25, 2018
My friend recommends everything since she has been here prior. My Baja shrimp burrito was great. The chips are also fresh and have delicious oil. So so good
Miriam GoldmanAugust 14, 2014
What a gem! The whole family was looking for something different, and we're all varying degrees of picky. We were blown away! Everything was fantastic!
Carl De LucaJune 4, 2016
Enchiladas, shrimp tacos, beans and rice. Refried Beans are hands down the best.
Jon BlajNovember 19, 2011
Lookin for a solid breakfast dish? Try their chilaquiles and make sure to have chicken added to them. ¡Muy delicioso! (Obviously grab a margarita too, no matter the time of day.)
Becker BeckerJanuary 18, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Margaritas that will kick you in the balls and leave you wanting more. Then they will punch your face until it's bloodied. Then you'll call home, crying to your mama like a little bitch. A+
Scott SeagleJuly 27, 2017
The shrimp ranchero burrito was pretty good. I would order it again.
Steven OslundFebruary 4, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Enchiladas are fantastic and the salsa is excellent! Getting guacamole with your chips is delicious but dangerous.
Candra GolubskiOctober 12, 2015
Love it. Family owned. Been coming since I was a kid.
Terry StraitNovember 20, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Great home style Mexican food and an awesome tequila bar. Massive pours on cocktails.
Jennifer DaviesAugust 2, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Ask for the margarita of the day. It's usually awesome.
Kian LaviAugust 9, 2014
Make sure you come for late night happy hour. 9-10pm = $3 house margaritas and micheladas
Kylo AndersonAugust 4, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The best cheese enchiladas & ground beef tacos! Strawberry margaritas are a must have.
Jen CraigSeptember 5, 2013
Ask for the carrots with you chips. My mum loves 'em!
Vanessa HJanuary 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Wow tried the January Special Corzo Silver Margarita with Cointreau it was 8 oz's of Tequila! I'm going to sleep good tonight
John AndersonAugust 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Best enchiladas in San Diego, a killer happy hr and the tostadas are great too.
K13yFebruary 26, 2017
Enchiladas, tacos. Very traditional and authentic taste!!
Dean HydeOctober 25, 2013
Been here 10+ times
If u come here you gotta try the chili reilleno burger , off the hook!
Arsenic RoseNovember 27, 2010
Been here 25+ times
This is by far my favorite Mexican restaurant in all of San Diego. Try the guacamole tostada. The salsa is amazing here!
Taylor L.September 20, 2015
The nacho appetizer is to die for, and the workers are so kind.
Angelo CoronellOctober 30, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Everything is good here including some of the clients !!! Yummmmm
Elizabeth LaHaiseAugust 25, 2012
I hate the busers here! They threw my to-go box away!! I walked out, realized I didn't have it, went back in to get it- gone! My fault but COME ON! 30 seconds.
Roger MaFebruary 9, 2017
Chips are always fresh 'n warm
shinnygogoJuly 7, 2017
Margaritas and street tacos !!
Dave NewmanNovember 20, 2014
Been here 50+ times
Order tall margarita. Double alcohol for $1 more. Best service in SD.
Amandita SweetFebruary 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Dogs are allowed on the patio! The El Diablito is my favorite margarita.
Miriam GoldmanJuly 29, 2017
The food here is so good that it's unforgettable!
MarkAugust 1, 2010
Been here 25+ times
the house margs are great, better than most places' premium drinks. Order the tall ones -i- well worth the extra buck.
The FeastJune 14, 2011
Wading through the usual suspects of a Mexican restaurant, we score a couple of homeruns with saucy steak picado and shrimp stew cooked with yellow chilies.
Angelo CoronellSeptember 17, 2016
Been here 100+ times
I'm having diner after top Legitimately not just going by !
Lynn PinaAugust 29, 2012
Get the street tacos, especially the carnitas and adobada.
J DavisMarch 6, 2019
Margaritas, enchiladas are delicious
Kelly S.March 11, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Everything....one word Yummy!
seth darrJanuary 21, 2011
Great salsa, perfect cheese enchiladas, the best Mexican food I've had in a long time.
Christie TurnerJuly 8, 2011
Get guac to go with your chips, it's much better than the salsa
Andy CampbellSeptember 22, 2013
Simply put: THE best Mexican food I've ever had!
Omar PassonsJanuary 3, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The enchilada sauce is really.freakin.good.
Ebony JordanJune 19, 2012
Lunch specials are amazing! Nothing over $8!
Susan NeumayerOctober 16, 2013
OMG I want to have breakfast lunch AND dinner here!
gizele boydDecember 24, 2013
large portions, great food, always leave stuffed
Anoop RanganathApril 17, 2016
Carne asada burrito is perfect.
Justin ThomasOctober 1, 2010
Been here 50+ times
The Chili Relleno Burger, Mexi-style is incredible. Absolutely mindblowing.
Darlene WoodwardJanuary 3, 2016
Their guacamole is amazing!
Katie GelnawJuly 15, 2011
The waitress with the flame tattoo is awesome, ask for her!
Tom OsypianAugust 3, 2013
Great carne asada and refried beans
LisaMay 21, 2010
The tomatillo salsa (the green one) is amazing and the margaritas are strong
D LApril 14, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Ponce opened Sun for a fundraiser for Benjamin Franklin Elem. good work Ponce and crew
Melanie KnightJuly 26, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Order the Chili Verde Burrito, and a house margarita. You will not be disappointed. Read more
Angelo CoronellSeptember 18, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Street tacos rice, and beans !! Yumm !

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