For 72 years, we’ve had the pleasure of serving San Diego’s finest, homestyle Mexican food. Whether it be our signature chamango margaritas, homemade chilaquiles for breakfast or authentic Mole Poblano, we take pride in our beloved recipes and believe in serving the freshest quality ingredients with a smile. When you dine with us, you’re like family. Provecho!
Venerable, kid-friendly Mexican eatery serving a large menu of standards, plus breakfast fare.
Bridget Basnett
I forgot to take a picture of the menudo but it was delicious melted in your mouth. The enchiladas with the mole sauce was so delicious. I have a hard time finding mole I love and this one was great im coming back for them. I ordered the enchiladas Rancheros and they were delicious. The chips and salsa they bring to the table so yummy. I enjoyed the salsa I used it on my enchiladas we were a party of 3 and had it filled twice! The mexican hot chocolate was yummy, but just to warn you it is hot. The service was great every employee we came across were kind and helpful! Definitely worth the wait!
… moreChopn8r C
I’ve been coming here to get a great lunch for years, but never for breakfast. After church today I was craving menudo so I looked up menudo spots before settling for my familiar take-out menudo go-to. Why? Because I didn’t feel like taking it to go. I wanted to sit down somewhere and enjoy my meal. I was pleasantly surprised when El Patio popped up and other reviews said they had good menudo. So, I made the short drive over and I’m glad I did. The chips & salsa don’t miss here, they serve cafe de olla which was delicious and the menudo was very good. I’ll definitely come back for it again and to try some of their other breakfast offerings as well. Service was outstanding as always and as another reviewer said, the staff works well as a team which makes it so much nicer. Great job to this place.
… moreMelissa Rubio
This place always feels like home. It reminds me of my mom’s cooking and family dinners. The food is great comfort food—sopes, enchiladas suizas, carne tampiqueña, and chilaquiles are all delicious. The micheladas and margaritas are excellent too. Service is great, the wait is never too long, and the cozy atmosphere wins. Highly recommend!
… moreImelda Rodriguez
Were driving from LA to SD and googled a place to eat breakfast, glad we found El Patio off of “H” st and Broadway.
Had machaca with egg and hubby had Chile Verde with pork meat.
Freshly made flour tortillas, their jamaica was delicious ( not too sweet, not too watered down, just the way WE like it )
Loved their service and how fast we were sat down and served.
You can see how they all work as a
team, which is always a plus at any restaurant !
will definately visit again !
… moreApril Moore
An authentic experience–eat where the locals do. Be patient, as food is made from scratch. It’s worth the wait! Save room for dessert, too!
… moreCorey M
The food here is solid. It’s very good, very old school Mexican place. I can’t complain.
… moreJose Rodriguez
First time for me here and now I wish I have come here instead of waiting to be seated as usual at the place I usually go for breakfast. This place was walk right in at 8 15 AM excellent service and the taste of fresh made Mexican breakfast was just what I wanted. Will definitely be back.
… moreRicardo Zavala
Such a gem this place was a surprise, but it makes sense since they have been open since 1954. The food, the staff, and the environment were all above and beyond. I definitely enjoyed my experience there and will be coming back. The food my look simple but it all tasted so fresh and like a home cooked meal.
… moreAdrian D’Urso
El Patio is a must-visit for anyone in the area. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy atmosphere. The menu was extensive, but I decided to try their mango margaritas and mole enchiladas, and boy, was I in for a treat! The margaritas were the best I’ve ever had, the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with just the right amount of kick. The mole enchiladas were also outstanding, the sauce was rich and flavorful, and the enchiladas were perfectly cooked. Every bite was a delight.
The customer service was also noteworthy. The staff was friendly, attentive and always willing to help. They made sure I had everything I needed and made me feel at home.
… moreArmida Deroo
I have been coming here since I was about 17 yrs old. The have great beef soup, menudo, machaca, nopalitos con chile.
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