Nick Hofmeyer
The California burrito was decent, but was dry. The fries inside and the tortilla were good. The meat was okay. Unfortunately they don’t seem to include any guacamole or sour cream to balance out the dryness. The cheese was good but unevenly distributed and not enough throughout the burrito. I tried both roja and verde sauces provided but unfortunately didn’t care for their taste to counter the dryness either.
… moreRusso Gasimov
If you know Escondido, you know Chito’s. I’ve been eating here for over 18 years, and even though I don’t live in town anymore, no trip to San Diego is complete without a pit stop for my go-to order: the legendary California Burrito with Mexican guac and light sour cream. Let me tell you, this burrito slaps just as hard today as it did back in the day. The flavor? Untouched. The consistency? Impeccable.
Chito’s has always had that family-run charm, and it shows in the food. The salsas, especially the red one, are homemade and hit just right. The green’s no slouch either, but the red is where it’s at. Plus, their fridge is always stocked with a solid lineup of Mexican soft drinks that pair perfectly with anything on the menu.
What keeps this spot from being a full five stars? Two things: First, it’s time to move on from the cash-only model. I get the old-school vibe, but it’s 2025, nobody’s carrying cash like that, and that $2 ATM fee is a buzzkill. Second, the place could use a little facelift. Nothing major, but a refresh would keep the vibe alive without losing the soul.
Still, Chito’s is a straight-up Esco institution, and I’m rooting for them to keep cooking for many more years. Stay golden, Chito’s Team, you’re doing it right.
… moreJosh Baltazar
I have been going here for more than 10 years and it’s always been affordable tasty Mexican cuisine. To not this is cash only as well so be ready for that. I have tried almost everything from here but I really really enjoy: Nachos Supreme (Nachos with Carne Asada), 5 Rolled Tacos, Chimichanga, Quesadilla Supreme with Carne Asada. Just getting hungry thinking about Chito’s!
… moreBonnie Ye
The best carne asada burrito from a small taco shop…. I had to stop by for one every time when I was in the area. They have increased their price quite a bit but I would still come back for the burrito that’s loaded with meat. I also tried shrimp burrito, California burrito, fish tacos, rolled tacos, cheese quesadillas and more. The taste has been consistent. The wait was long during peak lunch hour and it’s cash only.
… moreJacso Deron
Today was another terrible experience. The cashier was inattentive and doesn’t understand English. The service was awful, and I still had to wait because she was on her cell phone. The same thing happened to me Friday afternoon; the girl was just on her phone chatting with her coworker. I don’t know what’s going on; it wasn’t like this before. The quality of service is declining.
… moreBraden Clemeshaw
CASH ONLY
Great food + service with some amazing values available. Fish Taco combo features 2 huge (and Delicious) tacos AND generous portions of rice and beans for just under $10!
… moreMarina Alvarez
Definitely recommend this place .Costumer service was great. Place was clean as well as the restrooms. Great for dine-in or to go. Price’s are affordable. Food taste really good. Just a great spot to grab a bite to eat if your on a road trip and need to fill up or are in the area.
… moreNel
I’ve been here only twice, but both times they’ve messed up my order. Very slow service compared to everywhere else. The food was good and their bathrooms are clean. They charged me 14$ for a bean and rice chimichanga that had no pico, no lettuce, no sour cream and no guac. I’ve ordered this hundreds of times all over San Diego county, but this is the only place that seems to have trouble inputting it into their register. This place is cash only, so add a 2$ ATM charge to your order if you don’t have cash and they have no salsa bar . Definitely have a lot they can improve on.
… moreJonathan Shradar
Chito’s Mexican Food today as someone was craving fish tacos. The small shop takes only cash but service is quick and friendly. I had the quesadilla supreme with carne asada and it was delicious. Fish tacos were fried and crispy. Lunch and two cokes for $29.
For quality food in a quick time frame hit up Chito’s. Go somewhere else for date night! #mexican #escondido
… moreRichard Hermosillo
Cash only at this place not very convenient its not like the food is cheaper paying cash. The food is good if youre used to eating at Mexican places like albertos not very great but it passes as Mexican food. I like quality and this place is not it.
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