A Lo Fresco

I made my own bowl with(organic) greens and shrimp. It came with 2 sauces. I saw them making the sauces and they looked so healthy and yummy. The lady who made my bowl was spanish speaking and was so helpful. The inside is so cozy. The owner did a good job at designing the inside. They even have blue lights at the bottom of the both.

I had been wanting to try this place for a while and had followed them on social media, so my expectations were probably a bit high. My husband and I visited on a Sunday. The dining room was nearly empty, and there was no one at the counter, so we placed our order through the self-serve kiosk. We didn’t receive any confirmation by text or email, so we waited. After about 10 minutes with no signs of food being prepared, I went to check. One of the bowls was apparently ready and had been sitting on the counter, but no one called out our name or said anything. The other bowl came out shortly after, and we were finally given our lemonade — which felt late, considering we were dining in. The food was okay. The chicken was too salty for my taste, and some of the vegetables (like the carrots) didn’t seem very fresh. To top it off, the receipt showed up in my email three hours later. With so many similar spots popping up in San Marcos, service and quality really make a difference. Sadly, we don’t plan on returning.

The food at A Lo Fresco was SOOO good! I genuinely can’t stop thinking about it. It not only tasted amazing, but it felt good to eat. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. I got the Cuban bowl and my husband got the Spicy Mexican bowl, both were absolutely delicious. The Cuban bowl’s plantains still have me weak in the knees! And the chicken… wow. So tender, so flavorful, two things chicken often isn’t. The owner was incredibly kind, and I already felt like I wanted to leave a glowing review just based on how he treated us. But then we tasted the food… and were totally blown away. Healthy food can often be bland, but this was the furthest thing from it. Every bite was next-level. We’re here on vacation, and I so wish this place was near home because I’d eat here every single week. We took our food to go, but the inside was adorable, such a cute and fun vibe. Great energy, amazing food, and genuinely kind people. What more could you want? Seriously… to die for.

I got the mother earth bowl and it was really tasty and super healthy to boot. I'm not vegan or vegetarian but like to have a meat free meal now and then, and this hit the mark and was very filling as well. Portion is very generous. Will definitely get this again,

Stopped by recently on a day off and have been back several times since. Love that it's something fresh, flavorful, and healthy. Very convenient too! Not to mention the ambiance! It's nice to see a place in the community that offers health-conscious food especially in this fast paced world we live in where we don’t have enough time to care for ourselves. Vegan friendly options are available as well! Love the Miami bowl! But also enjoy making my own custom bowl as well!

I’ve been patiently waiting for the famed surf and turf Wednesday and let me tell you, they did not disappoint!! I cannot wait to move in to the new apartment community here at the end of the year! We will be dining in and out of here a lot soon!

My family and I had an incredible experience dining in at A Lo Fresco this weekend. We have been hearing positive reviews on social media and decided to give it a try and we were very impressed! The food in particular was delicious. With a family of 4 it is hard to dine out regularly, but the food for its price will become a regular for my family's weekly takeout! I strongly recommend a meal at A Lo Fresco!

I just had the Vegan Buddha wrap (no tofu, add chicken) and it was DELICIOUS!! So fresh, flavorful, and the hot sauce on the side was amazing. The portions are huge, too! The restaurant is so cute - whoever decorated did an amazing job. I will definitely be going back.

Super easy to order food and drinks with the kiosk. They have a specialty for each day of the week for a discount or free item with certain meals. Their mango smoothie is just like any other smoothie you can get out there. It's healthy, but so is making it at home. Warning to anyone who orders here and stays past two hours though. The business will direct you to the ice cream shop next door to validate for parking.

Menu is fun and full of delicious items. I got the El Burrito and it was fantastic. The whole vibe is adorable and open. Only downside, not very willing to accommodate for allergies, but willing to upcharge you for a different item instead.

A Lo Fresco is such a great find in San Marcos! This menu has something for everyone -- from their signature bowls and burritos to building your own just the way you like it. Everything tastes super fresh. You can tell they put a lot of thought into making the food both healthy and flavorful. What makes this place extra special is the vibe. The owners, Emilio and Olga, clearly care about every detail, from the menu to the decor. My favorite part has to be the cozy little book nook -- such a fun and unique touch that makes the space feel welcoming and different from other spots. One thing to consider, since they can get pretty busy -- download their app and order ahead!! Definitely a spot worth checking out.

While the price is pretty high, the complexity and presentation of their bowls make it worth a visit. Their bowls are made with premium ingredients and just taste healthy. The fact they take time to make it look special is just another reminder that it's okay to pay a bit more to get a bit more.

Got treated here after run club and it was great!! I highly recommend the blue smoothie- it was so filling and delicious. The chia pudding lacked a little sweetness but I'm not sure if that's bc I had it right after the smoothie which felt naturally pretty sweet. I ended up adding a little honey to my chia pudding to make it sweeter- but that's just my preference! They seem to have many healthy food options that looked really good, I'll def be back!

Place is never open when it says they are open. Don't bother calling either, they never answer the phone. I mean, if they cannot even get their hours of operation correct, do you really think they are being diligent with your food? I am not willing to risk it. They updated their hours after my review and fabricated some elaborate story. The magnitude of their response is very telling. All you had to do was apologize for not updating your hours in yelp and I would have wrote it off as an honest mistake and deleted the review and I still will. Or you can keep doubling down with your made up stories , keep the 1 star review, and the screenshot showing you updated the hours after I complained about it. The choice is yours.

This restaurant located in the North City area of San Marcos is an absolute gem. The wide variety of dishes that they curate, especially the bowls, is incredible, and the service is outstanding. Despite arriving right at closing in my most recent visit, they welcomed me in and took my order with smiles on their faces. The prices might seem a little high on paper but the portions are so bountiful that one delicious Miami Cuban bowl (my personal favorite) typically lasts me two meals so it is well worth it. So glad they are here. I highly recommend stopping by and checking A Lo Fresco out if you are anywhere in North County. Doug (local resident)

My husband and I love a lo fresco! We have tried the food a few times and it does not disappoint. The bowls are filling and the sauces are delicious. A great place to have a healthy meal. I am big on customer service so I have no complaints in that area. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly.

It's rare to find a restaurant so genuinely committed to clean, quality food--but Lo Fresco delivers. From the moment I looked at the menu, I noticed something huge for me: no seed oils in any of their ingredients. That alone sets them apart. Their commitment to clean eating isn't just talk--you can taste it in every bite and you can literally see the avocado oil in the kitchen lol. I ordered the surf and turf burrito, and it was absolutely delicious. Packed with flavor, perfectly balanced, and nourishing. Lo Fresco is definitely a gem for anyone who cares about what goes into their body. It's refreshing to see a place prioritize clean ingredients without compromising taste. I'll absolutely be back.

A Lo Fresco recently opened near CSUSM. I was so excited to try this place! I ordered a surf and turf burrito, so delicious! The owner was extremely nice, she explained the menu options when we walked in. Cute restaurant, nice indoor and patio dining areas!

The food at A Lo Fresco was SOOO good -- I genuinely can't stop thinking about it. It not only tasted amazing, but it felt good to eat. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. I got the Cuban bowl and my husband got the Spicy Mexican bowl -- both were absolutely delicious. The Cuban bowl's plantains still have me weak in the knees! And the chicken... wow. So tender, so flavorful -- two things chicken often isn't. The owner was incredibly kind, and I already felt like I wanted to leave a glowing review just based on how he treated us. But then we tasted the food... and were totally blown away. Healthy food can often be bland, but this was the furthest thing from it. Every bite was next-level. We're here on vacation, and I so wish this place was near home because I'd eat here every single week. We took our food to go, but the inside was adorable -- such a cute and fun vibe. Great energy, amazing food, and genuinely kind people. What more could you want? Seriously... to die for.

Stopped by recently on a day off and have been back bi-weekly since. Love that it's something fresh, flavorful, and healthy. Very convenient too! Especially when I'm more inclined to eat cheap fast food because of the overwhelming availability. It's nice to see a place in the community that offers health-conscious food. Vegan friendly options are available as well! Love the Miami bowl! That's my go to!

Great fresh food! Lots of healthy options, great flavor! We love their Mother Earth Bowl, the Cuban bowl, the Mexican bowl, and their overnight oats! It's become our new local favorite! Hoping they extend their hours so we can have dinner here too!! Yum!

I was in Oceanside at a Vegan Street fair and had the luck of finding this Food Truck.. I had the Mediterranean Wrap which was delicious and fresh and a generous portion! They also had some great variety of Latin bowls which looked amazing. I might have to give their location a try. Daniela and the rest of the crew were lovely!

I've been looking forward to the opening of A Lo Fresco and I finally was able to give it a try today! I ordered the Cuban Bowl and Cucumber Sea Moss Lemonade. The team was very friendly and service was quick. The bowl was very flavorful with quality ingredients. The lemonade was the perfect addition. Will be coming back soon!

I love this place, the food and service is always good! However I've noticed that maybe their AC isn't working, I was in there for 10 mins because I placed my order to go and I literally felt like I was going to pass out. It's literally boiling in here. The complimentary water was the only thing that helped me wait inside for my meal.

A Lo Fresco's food truck was one of the vendors at Adobe Hill Winery in Fallbrook on Mother's Day. We had a reservation at the winery for 4:15 PM, and my in-laws placed our dinner order around 5 PM. Already, A Lo Fresco said they were out of some key ingredients, like tortillas, and we had to make some substitutions. As half an hour passed and we saw several other tables get their orders, my in-laws checked in and were told that A Lo Fresco was "working on it." An hour after we ordered, other tables still picking up their orders, still no food for us. My in-laws checked in again and were now told that they could no longer even make my caprese bowl at all, and only had the ingredients for the Cuban bowl. At this point we cancelled the order, my hangry 4-year-old had ice cream for dinner from the stellar ice cream food truck vendor, and we had to head home to get some more substantial food. We were extremely disappointed in the lack of professionalism and courtesy. The other major food vendor at the winery, a pizza guy, had run out of ingredients by the time we arrived, and we appreciated that he let us know up front that he was closing up shop. A Lo Fresco took our money and left us hungry for an hour, instead of being honest and giving us the opportunity to go elsewhere.