Habaneros is a fast-casual Mexican restaurant located on the corner of 9th Street and Orange Avenue in Coronado. We serve fresh, made-to-order favorites including street tacos, burritos, bowls, quesadillas, and house-made salsas. Perfect for a quick lunch, casual dinner, or takeout on the go, our food is prepared fast without sacrificing bold, authentic flavor. Whether you’re a local, military family, or visiting the island, Habaneros is your neighborhood spot for fresh Mexican food in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Fast. Fresh. Full of flavor.
Hours
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 900 Orange Ave Ste 101, Coronado, CA 92118
Phone: (619) 996-3003
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Habanero’s Mexican Food, 900 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, US
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Reviews
AD Eriksen
There are two kinds of Mexican restaurants in the world: the ones that try very hard to be impressive, and the ones that quietly win your heart somewhere between the chips and the second bite of a burrito. Habanero’s is firmly, gloriously the second kind.
You don’t walk into Habanero’s expecting a life event. You walk in thinking, “I’ll just grab something quick.” Next thing you know you’re sitting there ten minutes later wondering how a simple taco managed to restore your faith in humanity.
The chips arrive warm, the salsa has just enough attitude to keep things interesting, and the tacos are the sort that require a brief moment of silent respect before you pick them up. Everything tastes like someone in the kitchen actually cares about what lands on your plate—which, these days, feels like a minor miracle.
It’s the kind of place where the menu is big, the portions are generous, and nobody is trying to reinvent the tortilla. They’re just making really good food and sending people back into the world slightly happier than when they walked in.
And Coronado, being Coronado, has its share of polished, beachy, perfectly curated spots. Habanero’s is something better: unfussy, reliably delicious, and exactly what you want when the craving for tacos hits and patience is low.
Five stars for flavor.
Five stars for speed.
Five stars for the quiet confidence of a place that knows exactly what it is.
If you’re lucky, you’ll leave with salsa on your shirt and absolutely no regrets.
… moreYou don’t walk into Habanero’s expecting a life event. You walk in thinking, “I’ll just grab something quick.” Next thing you know you’re sitting there ten minutes later wondering how a simple taco managed to restore your faith in humanity.
The chips arrive warm, the salsa has just enough attitude to keep things interesting, and the tacos are the sort that require a brief moment of silent respect before you pick them up. Everything tastes like someone in the kitchen actually cares about what lands on your plate—which, these days, feels like a minor miracle.
It’s the kind of place where the menu is big, the portions are generous, and nobody is trying to reinvent the tortilla. They’re just making really good food and sending people back into the world slightly happier than when they walked in.
And Coronado, being Coronado, has its share of polished, beachy, perfectly curated spots. Habanero’s is something better: unfussy, reliably delicious, and exactly what you want when the craving for tacos hits and patience is low.
Five stars for flavor.
Five stars for speed.
Five stars for the quiet confidence of a place that knows exactly what it is.
If you’re lucky, you’ll leave with salsa on your shirt and absolutely no regrets.
J Sandoval
Brand new place with reasonable prices! I’ve gone 3 times so far, and the food has been consistently good. It’s a brand new place so service might be a bit slower while they build their groove, but I can’t fault them for that. Additionally, its been packed every time I visit, so that’s also a factor AND good sign. The city definitely needed a taco shop like this.
… moreJacqueline J
The island needed this! Casual, great food, reasonable prices, and very friendly service. Their street tacos are an awesome deal. We got chips and salsa – the chips were made fresh! My shrimp tacos were flavorful and full of shrimp.
… moreBill
I like to think of myself as a connoisseur of taco shops. I’ve been really looking forward to Habaneros to open since it was announced in the local newspaper. Coronado needed a legit neighborhood taco shop because the ones in Coronado, are not very good.
We ordered 2 California burritos and I’m sad to say they were mediocre. Don’t get me wrong, they’re huge burritos, but not much meat and they were super soggy. We even ate them in front of the shop, so there’s no reason for them to be so soggy. You know when you get to the end of the burrito and you can’t even hold it anymore because it just opens up on the bottom and juices get all over your hands? Yeah, that was our experience. Couldn’t even eat the last 4 bites so I just gave up.
I know they just opened a few days ago so I’ll give them a second shot but I’d recommend to the owner that it’s ok to make the burritos a little smaller but just don’t skimp out on the meat. It’s 80% french fries and sour cream and hardly any meat. Also, fry up the french fries longer. You want a little crunch to them especially if you’re going to load up on the sour cream. $16 is on the high end, so don’t be too cheap with the carne asada, especially when you’re having to compete with the other nearby places that sell the same and don’t skimp out— Night & Day cafe, Clayton’s, the new Crack Taco spot, just to name a few.
I’m making a detailed review because I’m really rooting for you guys. Coronado really needs a better taco shop!
One other positive: horchata was on point
… moreWe ordered 2 California burritos and I’m sad to say they were mediocre. Don’t get me wrong, they’re huge burritos, but not much meat and they were super soggy. We even ate them in front of the shop, so there’s no reason for them to be so soggy. You know when you get to the end of the burrito and you can’t even hold it anymore because it just opens up on the bottom and juices get all over your hands? Yeah, that was our experience. Couldn’t even eat the last 4 bites so I just gave up.
I know they just opened a few days ago so I’ll give them a second shot but I’d recommend to the owner that it’s ok to make the burritos a little smaller but just don’t skimp out on the meat. It’s 80% french fries and sour cream and hardly any meat. Also, fry up the french fries longer. You want a little crunch to them especially if you’re going to load up on the sour cream. $16 is on the high end, so don’t be too cheap with the carne asada, especially when you’re having to compete with the other nearby places that sell the same and don’t skimp out— Night & Day cafe, Clayton’s, the new Crack Taco spot, just to name a few.
I’m making a detailed review because I’m really rooting for you guys. Coronado really needs a better taco shop!
One other positive: horchata was on point
Amber McQuillan
Fun little spot only outdoor seating – ordered the rolled tacos, bean and cheese and cucumber lemon drink. Two tables are dog friendly!
Delicious!!
… moreDelicious!!
Pablo Ortiz Monasterio
It’s obviously not a Michelin Star place, but I think that according to realistic expectations, it outdoes it self.
It’s cheaper street-like food with good quality raw materials, the flour tortillas were fantastic, best in class. I’m no expert of fish tacos, so I’ll reserve my comment, but the pastor has great flavor, not the best in the world, but like I said it is nest you can hope for in the area.
It is exactly what they advertise and promise, nothing more, but most importantly, nothing less. I really appreciate when restaurants over deliver on their promise, which doesn’t happen very often, and this is definitely one of those rare places. Congratulations to the entrepreneurs, keep it up, you have no real competition on the island.
… moreIt’s cheaper street-like food with good quality raw materials, the flour tortillas were fantastic, best in class. I’m no expert of fish tacos, so I’ll reserve my comment, but the pastor has great flavor, not the best in the world, but like I said it is nest you can hope for in the area.
It is exactly what they advertise and promise, nothing more, but most importantly, nothing less. I really appreciate when restaurants over deliver on their promise, which doesn’t happen very often, and this is definitely one of those rare places. Congratulations to the entrepreneurs, keep it up, you have no real competition on the island.
Joshua Edgerton
This place was good. The food was really tasty and portions generous, especially at the price point.
… moreRyan Stock
Ordered simplly carne Asada fries just meat and cheese took them over 15 mins to make and other people who orders multiple items got there order before me they for got about me and I dont appreciate the lack of service and disregard for first come first served. There excuse was it was busy it was not busy will not be returning first and last time
… moreTeresa Debbink
Great food, so friendly, easy to grab and take home!
… moreAnimae Earendil
Food is awesome! Staff is awesome! Highly recommend this place!
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