Ian E.
Yelp
What an absolute disappointment. I've been coming to Don Bravo for over ten years and I have recommended them to more people than I can count. Unfortunately, I won't be eating here ever again.
First off, the wait time was disgusting. We arrived around 630pm this evening and ordered two burritos and two fish tacos. Waiting in line took about 10-15 minutes, and our food was delivered to us 50+ minutes later (based on the time on our receipt). In addition, they only called about 6-8 other orders in the 50 minutes we were there, so it's not like they were slammed.
I could completely overlook the wait time though, if the food was any good. But it isn't. In fact, the food here is among the worst Mexican food I've ever had in San Diego.
The salsa is bland, not even mildly spicy, and tastes like it came out of a giant plastic bag.
The fish tacos, which Don Bravos used to be known for, were easily the worst I've had in years. The fish had zero flavor, was way over-breaded, and the sauces/etc on the taco were bland and didn't compliment each other at all. I didn't even eat the second taco -- that's how bad it was.
The California burrito was easily the worst California burrito I've had in years. The tortilla was ok, but the carne asada was bland (noticing a theme?), dry, and tasted like it had been sitting out for hours. The guacamole was also flavorless, and the French fries were not good either -- and there was also way too many French fries and not nearly enough meat, cheese, or guacamole.
This place used to be a phenomenal spot with an incredible view of the ocean. They still have the view, but everything else about this place has gone to s**t. What an absolute shame, but this place is a 0 out of 10. Not worth coming to for any reason.
Also, they now charge a 3.5% credit card surcharge (which means they are profiting off credit card surcharges, since most vendors pay 2.5% to 3%, and they charge $5 for stale chips and salsa (this used to be free).
The owners of this place should be ashamed of themselves. I hope they get their act together and start making food like they used to, or make room for someone else who will.
