Mike's Red Tacos

FYI they don't take $50 bills, which at this point when a meal for 2 rings up at $35, I was able to have smaller bills but I'd rather not have to leave to make change. I am cash only. He gave a discount after, but not needed. Just an FYI. Ordered the combo 1, 2 tacos, chips, and the dip. Because it was taco Tuesday they add in a 3rd taco. $13.99. These were hot, fresh, cheesy, and lots of flavor! A full order of loaded fries, guac, cheese, and meat on fries. $15.99 overall these were pretty good with adding the birria juice onto the fries without toppings. If I only ordered these I am not sure if they would have given me the sauce. 🤷🏼‍♂️ There were 6 types of salsa, the salsa bar was clean and looked great. No lemon or limes, no carrots or peppers. The spiciest was good but not very spicy. I like flavor and heat! I only drink water, my son got a soft drink and liked the orange juice drink. $35 for the regular price was a bit high, but it was good. Likely be back.

Good birria employees are very nice I got the loaded Nachos and they are good and I got a birria taco with cheese and we also got the crunch wrap they were all good the only problem I had was that my nachos were done like 5 min before the other food and they just put my Nachos on the counter and they sat there and it was pretty busy so alot of people reaching over and next to my Nachos that was not cool and they pretty much got cold so they need to work on that there is plenty of parking and the restaurant seemed very clean

Chain restaurant but the quality was certainly above par. Delicious and crunchy tacos served with a hearty consume and freshly fried tortilla chips. Washed down with Mexico’s finest Modelo beer. Highly recommend!

Went at 2:30 PM, and the place was busy—definitely a popular spot! For Taco Tuesday, their Birria Tacos combo includes 3 tacos instead of 2. I got Combo #1: cheesy Birria Tacos with dipping consommé and chips, plus an order of churros—all for $20, which is super filling and affordable. The Birria Tacos were amazing—juicy, flavorful, and packed with meat. Their house-made tortilla chips were great too, especially with the salsa bar options. The churros stole the show: perfectly crispy, with a balanced cinnamon-sugar sweetness. Highly recommend this spot for great food at a great price!

amazing and very kind service. staff are so friendly. casual and relax ambiance. food is amazing! biria combo is a must, it comes with comforting consomme and house made tortilla chips! and don't forget the salsa bar: must try the jalapeno, mike's mix and chunky ones. perfect after seaworld meal :)

The food took a while to come when we had a large order for 5 people but omg the birria tacos are so good! This is a must try! Their loaded churros were also good. Bone marrow was alright but not necessary to try. This was so good that we went twice in a three day trip.

We ordered combo #1 birria tacos here, the food is delicious and it’s big portion, we also got the orange drink, it tastes more creamy than regular orange juice, which is yummy. The place here is also clean, staff are friendly as well. I would definitely come again!

Came here all the way from Canada for birria tacos and they did not disappoint! We got 7 tacos for three people and a large consommé. The consommé was enormous! Had we known how big it was, we would’ve just gotten two of the smaller ones. The tacos themselves were delicious, with the perfect proportions of meat, veggies and crunch. If only we had more time in San Diego, we would definitely come here again.

Love these tacos and burritos! I always get them when I come to San Diego. Great ambience and location too!

I love this place. It's so good. I would come back here again anytime I recommend it. if the employees are very nice and welcoming.

First time here and everything was a hit like when Manny and Tatis Jr. go back to back! Carla killed it directing us what to try and the go to. She was the director to this flavor parade. Plenty of parking and tucked away in a shopping center. Plenty of seating inside and out. Top tier service and very clean! Ordered the veggie taco, combo #1 w/cheese, loaded fries, and red quesadilla. Everything was an absolute banger! Fries were perfectly crisp and loaded with the right amount of toppings. Didn't expect much from a Veggie taco, but it was delicious with some lime and jalapeño salsa. Birria tacos with cheese were perfect and my go to from now on. Asked for extra limes and added some broth to every bite and it was an explosion of flavor. Highly recommend and will be back.

Came here on a Tuesday night. Place was still busy. I got one birria taco and one birria ramen to go. The ramen was separated from the soup which was a great idea. No soggy noodles! So much flavor because the soup was the consumee. Beef was tender. The only knock and probably not to the restaurant, by the time I got to eating the taco, the outside was soggy already. The flavor was great, it was just soggy. Overall, 4 stars. Food was great and reasonable.

Wanted something light so I thought I would try #KetoTaco. It was delicious and if I was on a low carb diet I would be eating a lot of these. Birria beef was yummy and liked the cheese shell. Nice recommendation by the server

Came here after me and my buddy went to a hockey game at the sports arena down the street. I've been wanting to check this spot out for a while now but haven't made the time to until this night. We came kinda late so it wasn't busy however there were tons of ppl coming in to pick up their food. I wanted to come here specifically for the crunch stack since I'm a big back like that lol. We ordered the Crunchstack, birria tacos, nachos, and churros. The food was so good and flavorful and all the workers were very nice. We pigged out big time but I ordered way more than I could handle and I had leftovers to take home. The space is decently sized and they have a good salsa bar that had some pretty spicy options. Will definitely come back for another crunchstack.

The restaurant is clean and organized and the staff is friendly. We ordered a California burrito on the tablet. Unfortunately they lost the order but made it when we asked about it. The actual burrito was good but not anything to write about. There was a lot of meat and fries and a decent amount of cheese. But there was almost no rice, beans, guacamole or sour cream. What we got was flavorful and well prepared but seemed to be missing key components of an actual "California burrito".

Absolutely delicious Quick service, salsa bar, horchata varieties, amazing birria tacos and well-priced - no complaints! Pro tip: On taco tuesday you get an additional taco with the combo for free! there is space for indoor and outdoor dining! If you're in the area i would definitely recommend!

Went at 2:30 PM, and the place was busy--definitely a popular spot! For Taco Tuesday, their Birria Tacos combo includes 3 tacos instead of 2. I got Combo #1: cheesy Birria Tacos with dipping consommé and chips, plus an order of churros--all for $20, which is super filling and affordable. The Birria Tacos were amazing--juicy, flavorful, and packed with meat. Their house-made tortilla chips were great too, especially with the salsa bar options. The churros stole the show: perfectly crispy, with a balanced cinnamon-sugar sweetness. Highly recommend this spot for great food at a great price!

Wow I am still thinking about these tacos! We ordered the birria tacos with consumme, a veggie taco with cheese, and the chips. The birria taco had great flavor, with a perfect ratio of meat and cheese. The consumme complimented the birria really well. The veggie taco was amazing- a generous serving of grilled vegetables, with guacamole and cheese. The chips were a heaping portion of freshly cooked chips, topped with seasoning salt. They were addicting! Highly recommend for great tacos and chips!

We've kinda been down on our luck with finding good restaurants in SD this trip, but we were finally able to catch a break with Mike's Red Tacos! From the friendly staff to delicious food, our experience here was nothing but positive. I love how they have the option to order via the kiosks near the entrance or with an employee at the counter--we opted for the kiosk. For SD, I thought this restaurant was reasonably priced (about $32 for two combo plates, including tip.) When we got the food we were expecting 4 tacos total, so when we noticed that there were 6, it was a lovely surprise! The only slightly negative thing was that some of the chips were a bit too salty, but other than that, everything was amazing. Best Birria tacos I've had in a while! We may have to come back for another meal before heading to the airport! Highly recommend to anyone who is struggling to find a good restaurant in the area.

I have eaten my fair share of Birria and to be completely honest I have found a place that I can truly say satisfied my craving for slow tender and full of robust flavor. Mike's Red Taco is definitely going to be my go to place when I'm in Point Loma. Staff were friendly the environment was clean and welcoming. But the food was a 10/10 I highly recommend stopping in to try The staff members came out to the table and answered any questions I had about there salsa bar which I might add definitely has it's unique array of sauces from a chunky mild to a Spicy AF!

Delicious birria tacos!! Consume was very flavorful, hot, and fresh. Dipped with the tacos was delicious. Tacos a little soggy so a bit hard to eat. Food came out so fast and easy ordering method with a kiosk. Lots of parking since it's located in a plaza. Very casual interior.

Came on a Saturday. It's located in a busy shopping mall but we were able to find parking pretty fast. I ordered the vegetarian taco with cheese and a side of rice. My partner ordered the #2 combo that comes with two birria tacos, chips and consome. The vegetarian taco was super bland. It needed salt and didn't seem to be seasoned with any spices. The cheese was also non existent. The rice it came with was well seasoned but a tiny cup for $3. The picked onions were a nice contrast in flavor. My partner liked his birria tacos and the consome. It was nice that they had an outdoor patio since we brought our dog. It was pretty loud with the passing of all the cars but not terrible.

Mike's Red Tacos are my new obsession for some takeout Birria lately! I don't usually go for birria tacos but my cravings have changed after having Mike's. Their menu is organized and straightforward. Ordering is simple through the front register or their self order kiosk. I usually order Combo #1, and the only difference between the combos is added cheese in the Birria taco. I love their hot sauces, especially their Jalapeño one with a side of chips! The seasoning on them is so addicting and I've been ordering extra to take home. The combos come with red onion, cliantro, and plenty of limes. They provide everything you need to dress your taco and the consumé of course! The Birria ramen is pretty solid too. They don't use an instant noodle, and they use a thick ramen noodle. Each taco is pretty hefty and packed with the beef. To my surprise, I can't believe they're based only here in SD! I see them branching out to different areas especially in California. I am impressed by their tacos and Mike's will definitely be part of my go to spots in my list for highly rated Birria!

Mike's Red Tacos is a solid stop if you're in Point Loma and craving some delicious tacos that come with a fun vibe. The place is nice and clean, and it has a welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to stick around and enjoy your meal. We ordered the number 1 combo because we couldn't resist the idea of cheesy tacos, and it definitely did not disappoint. The birria was perfectly cooked too--rich and flavorful but not too greasy, which I really appreciated. We also added a veggie taco to the order, and it was pleasant and loaded with fresh veggies like potatoes, red peppers, and green pepper. The chips were a highlight too, seasoned with something extra that made them addictive to munch on. We asked for cilantro on the side, and I was so happy to see extra toppings on the side like onions and pickled onions. It made it easy to add more to the tacos and make them exactly how we liked them. The salsa bar was another fun touch, especially the "Spicy AF" salsa, which of course, I had to try. It lived up to the name and brought the heat. Overall, Mike's Red Tacos delivered--delicious food and fun vibes.

Every time I pass by this place (no matter which location), it's always really crowded. Therefore, I decided to check this place out today and wow, I see why people love coming here now! It's a fast food birria focused restaurant, but the quality of the food is extremely good. We got the combo #2 (without cheese) and added 2 additional birria tacos on top of that. The chips are sooo good and taste like they've just been made when you get them! Salsa bar is also great and has a ton of options. We were impressed with all 6 salsa choices we got. There's even a self order station if you prefer to go that route and it looks like they have micheladas on the menu as well. I liked this place and their food is definitely good!

Hands down a must visit if in San Diego! Easy parking at this location. Combo #1: 2 birria cheese tacos + consume + chips = $13.99. This was the perfect amount! Those chips are spiced with crack LOL. theyre so tasty and fresh! Cali Burrito $14.99. This is MASSIVE. My husband said he was so stuffed, which is rare when he eats burritos usually. Good amount of seating inside and relatively clean! Service was extremely fast. Would definitely come back again

My partner and I stumbled across this spot and oh man do we love it. Usually, she leaves me the rest of her food when she's full, but this time she had the audacity to horde it for herself and take it to go... It's okay she loves me and shared her leftovers later Needless to say the food is super yummy and I've been thinking about it a lot, so me and my partner will definitely be back! The place had a very sleek red theme and cool decals. The person helping us at the front was very sweet at helping us find what we wanted and also very patient letting me have my moment when I just stood blank staring at the menu and it's many yummy options to think over.

Barria Tacos were good. A bit greasy but tasty. Chips and salsa options were also good. Open late which is nice and nice vibe inside. Service was friendly and quick. Definitely recommend.

Mike's Red tacos have the best birria tacos in town. I've been looking for good birria and they didn't disappoint. Affordable prices, great ambiance, and customer service. Give them a try

Definitely on of the best places you can eat in San Diego. My first time going, and I got the loaded fries. The food as well-cooked, the lady that took my order was very nice and made me feel welcome to the place. Inside the restaurant was very clean. The presentation from the inside very well constructed. The drink I got was jamaica, it was good tbh. Not too sweet, perfect. I recommend anyone looking for a good place to eat, this is s place you will not forget.

First time here, got the crunch wrap for a quick bite. Absolutely delicious! This will definitely be our go to Birria place moving forward!

Tacos were unique and delicious. The wait was reasonable, service was good, and all of us enjoyed our meals. I would definitely go back.

5 out of 5 Food: Got the combo #1 which is the tacos with cheesy tortilla. Probably the best tacos I've ever had for that kind of style. The meat so juicy, the soup on the side, amazing favor. All the salsas were delicious. Personal favorite was the Mikes Mix. Service: Quick for how busy it was. Ambiance: just a normal, busy taco spot. Has indoor and outdoor seating.

It took a bit of time to get our food after ordering. There's definitely seating inside the restaurant but if it's meal time, you'll need to be on the look out to see who's done and leaving their seat. Once I found an open table, one of the workers came back and asked if I wanted them to clean it for me. The food was delicious once we received our order though.

I've been to the original location and we just happened to be in the area for a football game, so I told my fam, and here we are. Super clean inside. Reasonable prices, and some of the best birria in town. Tried the breakfast burrito this time, because, who doesn't love hash brown burritos? The burrito was HUGE. I asked them to cut it in half and glad I did - I barely ate half. It's packed with flavor and the beef is a little juicy so be warned, the tortilla may get soggy. My wife ordered the combo #1 and was impressed with the flavor of the consume and the birria. Kudos to Anna who pointed out the pro tip to post a review for free mini churros.

I was pretty excited about going to Mike's after seeing the hype the original location has brought in. The Point Loma location is much closer to me so I bit the bullet and decided to give it a try. This location is very new with outdoor seating and in-door seating. The menu is large and easy to read with an in-person cash register and tablets to take orders. They also have a nice salsa bar with five or six different salsas to try. The restaurant itself gives a quick-service vibe but feels kinda like a taco shop with its industrial size. I was impressed with the various options they had in their menu. They had burritos, tacos, quesadilla, nachos, and even birria ramen. I went with the California burrito with a side of consome. The birria itself was good. It wasn't amazing, it wasn't the best birria I've ever had. It was good but a bit dry. I also wish it came with consome but adding the consome on improved the dryness. One thing Mike's does well is the large portions. My burrito was gigantic for the price. I'm not sure what compelled me to eat all of it but I was probably full until the next day after eating it all. Mike's Red Tacos in Point Loma is a solid birria spot. I think I was expecting more but maybe I just need to try the original location or stick with the tacos.

It was our first time trying Mike's Red Tacos and it did not disappoint! Coming from the Bay, our expectations are very high. And we very much enjoyed the birria tacos! We did wish it was a tiny bit more flavorful, however it was still overall amazing. It would be sitting at our number 2 spot for best birria tacos. They used the same birria meat for the crunch stack and loaded fries, so it was just as amazing. I would skip out on the churros since they were overcooked and hard. The bone marrow was okay and nothing to shout to the mountains for. It was easy to order on the kiosk and the food came out quickly. There were plenty of seats on a Friday night and it was a perfect place to eat out. I would definitely come back and recommend to others!

Best birria tacos I have had in San Diego! Waited for about 20 minutes to get our food but worth the wait. Combo #1 is filling for one person, comes with chips as well. Birria tacos were perfectly cooked and lots of juicy meat! 10/10!!!! Came here thinking it was a mom and pop shop but seems like a chain? (think like a Mexican food In N Out)

I love Mike's Red Tacos!! From their food truck, to their Clairemont location and now Point Loma - I'm happy to see them growing. I eat Mike's at least once a month lately. First time at this location was great. Cashier was super friendly. Our food, the birria tacos, ramen and burrito were all good like expected. Took about 15 min for food to be ready. Much bigger space, more tables and a bathroom inside, compared to Clairemont. Super busy on a Saturday afternoon! But luckily found a table. Indoor and outdoor seating. Highly recommend!

If you're craving incredible tacos and burritos in San Diego, Mike's Red Tacos is the place to be! Every visit is a treat-- the staff are always so warm and welcoming. And the food? Simply unbeatable! Each taco is packed with flavor, and the burritos are nothing short of legendary. Hands down, the best spot in town for mouthwatering eats.

'You RED my mind!' It was Tuesday and that means Taco Tuesday. Mike's Red Tacos is actually in the Midway area and not Point Loma area of San Diego. Located in a busy strip mall with plenty of free parking. Outdoor and indoor seating. The restaurant appeared clean and neat considering it's new. Staff behind the order counter were nice. The menu only offered beef and veggie options. No other protein: no chicken, no carnitas/pork, no seafood: fish, shrimp or octopus. I ordered their claim of fame Birria tacos with cheese with all the garnish on the side, especially the onions. There was a self serve salsa bar which featured the chili hot and spiciest AF, so of course I had to try it. No table service, you pick up your order after your number is called. It's also self serve with utensils. Despite the fact that I went way past the lunch hour rush, Service from the kitchen was super sloth slow :( There must have been at least over half a dozen staffers behind the counter, but it took so long. After finally receiving my tray of Tacos, I was disappointed that the tacos didn't look Red at all like they advertised, Mike's 'RED' Tacos! To get the Red look, the corn tortillas are dipped in red chili oil salsa and then flash fried crisp. Well these tacos skipped that process entirely and were NOT RED at all :( The concept of Red Tacos birria style had been around for years. In fact , in Venice Beach in Los Angeles County, the OG: Teddy's Red Tacos has been serving red tacos for over a couple of decades! In Birria tacos, beef meat which had been boiled for hours thereby rendering it super tender, just like pot roast meat tender. I didn't order the consume dipping sauce, because I wanted to focus on the tacos and these tasted good, not too salty, but a tad bland, which relied on garnishes and salsas for more flavor. Looking around at what other diners got, most ordered only the tacos, skipping the consume sauce, which I read was on the salty side, which his why you're give a couple lime slices. From the salsa bar, the best tasting were the Jalapeño crema and the Spicy AF, both were NOT that spicy hot at all. The salsa labeled Mike's mix was too watered down, had zero flavor IMO. Whether or not it's Taco Tuesday, if you're in the area, a visit to Mike's Red taco is a must try, but ask them to make your tacos Red just like they advertise, 'You RED my mind.' Mike's must stick to their theme RED Tacos. Don't misadvertise or customers will be in the RED with anger and disappointment!

3.5 stars We have been to the location further north, so when we heard there was a closer option we had to get to this joint! I'm a creature of habit so the crunchstack is my jam! Everything is in there and it hits at the textures... beans, cheese, chewy tortilla, and the flavorful beef to round it out.. this location has more tables and room, bonus! My only negative is the time, as the kitchen was rather slow this visit. Ambiance is modern industrial, service is at the counter, and prices are in line with area.

Stopped by here after a trip to the beach. I had read good things but I wasn't sure what to expect. The place was really busy and it took a while to get our order to go, but it was well worth it. They had a nice Sala bar and didn't limit our sala containers, which is always a huge plus to me. It allowed me to try most of their salsa. I particularly liked the two green ones in the center. They were a good mix of tanginess and heat. The Birria Burrito was huge. I ended up splitting it with the wife and was plenty full. It was delicious too! I will for sure be back to this location.

Excellent fast casual birria menu! Mikes offers birria in a variety of different delicious forms: tacos, nachos, burritos, and even a Crunchwrap. Everyone knows this coveted Taco Bell menu item is a special Treat and the Mikes spin on it doesn't disappoint. Friendly, fast and efficient counter service. Great salsa bar as well as a variety of fountain agua frescas to choose from.

Every item on this menu is delicious. It's a little pricey and can be pretty busy throughout the day but it's totally worth it. Their Cali burrito is the best I've ever had and it's huge. Easily two meals. The queso is also fantastic.

Birria at its best! So much food and so good! Try the crunch stack too. We will be back.

My research PI was RAVING about Mike's Red Tacos, and we finally headed here for a lab lunch! The restaurant itself (I heard this is a new location) is situated in a pretty lively shopping center with ample parking. There were options to order at the counter or on a digital kiosk, which was really convenient! After ordering, they call your number, and you pick up your food--it's a super casual self-serve establishment. The fountain drinks, napkins, etc. are all self serve. There were inside and outside tables and a bathroom. After finding a table, the food came out relatively quickly. The longest item was the birria ramen, probably. I know this spot specializes in birria, but I was pleasantly surprised to see they had a vegetarian option, as I don't eat beef. I got the veggie tacos and they were really solid! It didn't feel like it was "missing" something at all. There was also the option of the bean and cheese burrito for any other vegetarians! My lab mates also really enjoyed their dishes, and I have to say that the serving sizes were really generous! The staff were also very friendly! We tried to take a group photo, and one of the employees stopped what he was doing to come help us! So kind!

First time here. Amazing. All the food was amazing. Very clean. Very aesthetic. Would come back a million times a day if I could. Service was amazing.

Delicious food. Great atmosphere. Friendly staff. All the salsas are great. Fresh ingredients. Food that feeds the soul. Definitely will be returning. All the nom noms!

Finally had a chance to check out Mike's Red Tacos while I was visiting SD and I was not disappointed at all! They have some of the best birria tacos I've ever had in Southern California period. Service was friendly and quick and the inside was modern and clean. I got the Combo #1 and it was delicious! The birria tacos were bursting with flavor, the shells were crispy and held all the ingredients well, and dipping them into the consome was so good. The freshly fried chips that came with the combo were crispy and well-seasoned. The consome was one of the best I've had with a deep, rich flavor and some meat inside. The salsa bar has a variety of salsas and veggies to add to your plate and the included pickled onions and radish are a great palate cleanser. Overall, a fantastic spot for birria tacos and you should definitely stop by if you are in the area!

Hands down all around great restaurant. Probably one of the best options for food in the area that's open later. The service was great, everyone was very kind and helpful (it felt like they actually wanted to be there lol). The restaurant itself is extremely clean and newly updated. The food is SO SO good and the portions for the price is insane. You get a lot of food for more than reasonable prices...this practically unheard of nowadays. Hopefully they open locations in the Bay Area!!!

Came across Mike's Red Tacos when we arrived into SD for the weekend. The reviews did not disappoint. My fiancé got the loaded fries and I got the two birria tacos. The birria was tender and juicy. All of the food had flavor, and was so good. The fries are seasoned and crispy. The tortilla chips, OMG! I was not expecting them to be seasoned. I almost bought some chips to go. The mini churros are delicious, crispy and tasty! Definitely adding Mike's to our list for when we come to SD.

Go here. The food was great and easy to get to with plenty of parking. The wait was 10 minutes and well worth it. The food is a good valve for the buck. All the food was great.

My friend recommended me this place and I was hesitant to come because for birria I'm a picking Mexican, but this place is legit. Good tacos, good portions, and a variety of birria choices. The place is very clean I appreciate that, they have an excellent salsa bar with actual spicy salsa. I would recommend this place to anyone, the prices are what it is ever else.

5 STARS all the way!! Much better experience than their other location -from plenty of parking to a warm welcome upon entering. First impression was, "WOW, this place is clean!!" After ordering, this was the first time that somebody asked me if I was apart of their rewards program. I had never been offered this at the other location -and I've spent hundreds there already (Needless to say, I wasn't happy about that. But at least they've got me started.). Always loved their food and size but difficult to keep nachos crispy so leftovers were wasted, NOW THEY'RE OFFERING 1/2 SIZE NACHOS, whoo-hoo!!! And I was offered a fork for my messy deliciousness before asking -THANKS! This location was so fast that my food was ready before I even sat down. So awesome! Keep it up and I'll be sending lots of customers!!!!

I heard great things about mikes red tacos and have officially tried it and confirm it's good! Only tried to burrito this time but will try the tacos next. This is for the Point Loma location :) staff was nice and lots of room inside and out.

Service was great and the consume was one of the best that i have had. The queso was a bit overwhelming in the crunchstack, but their breakfast burrito was moist and flavorful! No bite was dry and the seasoning on the chips were perfect. I usually don't eat the free chips but the chips here were great to sample all of their salsas. If i am back in the area i might be inclined to try them again.