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Ponce's Mexican Restaurant

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At Ponce's Mexican Restaurant, we're passionate about serving up traditional Mexican flavors that transport you south of the border. As a bustling hub on Adams Avenue, our retro decor and lively atmosphere make for an unforgettable dining experience. Our burritos and enchiladas a...

Ponce's Mexican Restaurant

Mexican · San Diego

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At Ponce's Mexican Restaurant, we're passionate about serving up traditional Mexican flavors that transport you south of the border. As a bustling hub on Adams Avenue, our retro decor and lively atmosphere make for an unforgettable dining experience. Our burritos and enchiladas are made fresh daily...

At Ponce's Mexican Restaurant, we're passionate about serving up traditional Mexican flavors that transport you south of the border. As a bustling hub on Adams Avenue, our retro decor and lively atmosphere make for an unforgettable dining experience. Our burritos and enchiladas are made fresh daily to satisfy your cravings. Customers rave about the generous portions, vibrant colors of the dishes, and attentive service that makes everyone feel like family. From tacos al pastor to homemade guacamole, every bite is a taste of authentic Mexico in our San Diego neighborhood.

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Ponce's Mexican Restaurant is a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious, authentic Mexican food. The margaritas and tacos are highly praised. It can get busy, so expect a potential wait.

Beliebte Gerichte

margaritas (7) tacos (3) Birria tacos churros cheese enchiladas surf and turf burrito Impossible Beef Burrito

Ideal für

Familien Gruppen Einheimische Zwanglos

Tip: Parking can be challenging, so allow extra time to find a spot. The portions are generous, so consider sharing or expect leftovers.

Services

📶 WiFi 🌳 Terrasse 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🌅 Petit-déjeuner 🍽️ Déjeuner 🌙 Dîner 🥗 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe

Kensington Park
A 176m

Kensington Park

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Adams Avenue Park
A 927m

Adams Avenue Park

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Ponce's Mexican Restaurant befindet sich in San Diego, umgeben von kulturellen und historischen Sehenswürdigkeiten. Hier sind einige der bemerkenswertesten Orte in der Nähe.

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  • Kensington Park (A 176m) — park in San Diego, California
  • Adams Avenue Park (A 927m) — park in San Diego County, California, United States of America

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Ponce's Mexican Restaurant befindet sich in 4050 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, San Diego.
In der Nähe von Ponce's Mexican Restaurant finden Sie Sehenswürdigkeiten wie Kensington Park, Adams Avenue Park.
Ponce's Mexican Restaurant bietet mexican Küche.
Ponce's Mexican Restaurant hat regelmäßige Öffnungszeiten. Aktuelle Zeiten finden Sie im Profil.
Ponce's Mexican Restaurant bietet folgende Dienste: vor Ort essen, zum Mitnehmen, Lieferung.
Die am meisten empfohlenen Gerichte bei Ponce's Mexican Restaurant laut Kundenbewertungen sind: margaritas, tacos, Birria tacos, churros, cheese enchiladas.
Ponce's Mexican Restaurant ist ideal für Familien, Gruppen, Einheimische, Zwangloses Essen.
Ponce's Mexican Restaurant is a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious, authentic Mexican food. The margaritas and tacos are highly praised. It can get busy, so expect a potential wait.
Parking can be challenging, so allow extra time to find a spot. The portions are generous, so consider sharing or expect leftovers.
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Bewertungen von Ponce's Mexican Restaurant San Diego

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Patrick Bowen

I have been wanting to eat here for a while. Today, I finally ate lunch with my family and it exceeded my expectations. The parking is somewhat limited, but was easy to find street parking less than a block away. The restaurant had a very welcoming and cool vibe. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Let's not forget to mention the food. There was a great variety on the menu, including multiple gluten free and vegetarian options. The portions were good sized and delicious. I would definitely recommend this place and am already looking forward to dining here again soon.

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Ronna Untal

Ordered for delivery for my company holiday party and it was such a hit. We did a taco bar with meat and veggies to have a variety and quesadillas since we had a few vegetarians and a couple vegans and they were able to assist me with ordering enough for our party to fit everyone. Ponce's is now our go to for our group luncheons .

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Bastos Antonio

Great place to eat at the restaurant. Also great place cater your party. We used them for a party and all our guests enjoyed their flavorful food. I also used their delivery service to get the food to the house and had them set up. Very reliable. I highly recommend Ponce. Dannielle Bastos

Dakota Catman
Dakota Catman

My boyfriend and I met some friends for lunch. I ordered the surf and turf burrito, but with the impossible ground. The first one was cold in the middle, and within five minutes they had a second one made that was steaming hot. The service was impeccable. The food was really good. I’m glad that we went.

Nando M.
Nando M.

Solid good food. Nothing out of this world but solid. Margaritas are on point. Atmosphere is great. Ill be back

Lenette M
Lenette M

I recently visited Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant, and I have to say, it exceeded every expectation from the moment I walked in. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with that genuine neighborhood vibe that makes you feel instantly at home. But what truly sets Ponce’s apart is the quality of the food—every single dish is packed with flavor. You can taste the freshness in every bite, and it’s clear the kitchen puts real care into what they serve. From the classics to the house specialties, everything arrives hot, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious. The service is equally impressive. The staff is friendly, attentive, and consistently on point without ever feeling overbearing. They check in at just the right times, offer great recommendations, and make sure your experience flows smoothly from start to finish. It’s rare to find a place where the team genuinely seems happy to be there, and it really adds to the overall experience. And let’s talk about the drinks—because Ponce’s really does not miss. Their cocktails are well-crafted, flavorful, and balanced. Whether you’re ordering a margarita or something a little more unique, everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully mixed. It’s the kind of place where one drink turns into two because they’re just that good. Overall, Ponce’s is the total package: amazing food, great service, and drinks that hit every time. It’s easily become one of my favorite spots, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a consistently excellent dining experience.

Chantell Urbany
Chantell Urbany

Had dinner here last weekend and I was pleasantly surprised. The ambiance is cozy, with colorful decor that feels really welcoming. I tried the chicken enchiladas and they were seasoned really well—just the right balance of spice without being overpowering. The margarita was refreshing too, though a bit on the sweeter side. Service was friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience enjoyable. Prices are reasonable for the portion sizes, and I’d definitely consider coming back to try some of their other dishes. Overall, a solid spot for a casual Mexican meal.

Stephanie Campbell
Stephanie Campbell

Ponce's is family owned and operated. They provided food for my aunt's funeral service repast. Amazing customer service and they were so thoughtful during our difficult time. The amazing food was delivered on time and they provided all the necessary items to heat and serve the food. Attendees gave compliments about the delicious food. We highly recommend Ponce's to cater any event.

Ellen Goodwin
Ellen Goodwin

We had Ponce's cater a nacho bar for an anniversary party and they absolutely hit it out of the park! From coming up with the ideas of what would be perfect for our group, to keeping us informed of when everything would be ready for pick up, and giving us everything we would need (especially the things we didn't think of) to make the food portion of our event sun smoothly, Ponce's was on top of it all. Of course the food was amazing! Their service was outstanding, and we can't wait to order from them again. Until we have another big event, we'll be stopping in for their great food just to keep ourselves happy. Don't sleep on their catering services! They are outstanding!

Justin “Trenta” Renaissance
Justin “Trenta” Renaissance

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Ponce’s Catering for our recent non-profit fundraiser, and they went above and beyond in every way. With only a month’s notice, Karen and her team crafted an exceptional catering plan that not only fit within our budget but far exceeded our expectations in both quality and service. Because food was included in the price of admission, it was important to us that our guests felt they were receiving a full experience—and Ponce’s delivered. The team arrived on time, set up a clean and well-organized service area, and managed an impressive variety of food and condiments with seamless professionalism. The food itself was nothing short of outstanding. Our guests could not stop raving about both the flavor and the generous portions. Ponce’s Catering struck the perfect balance of authenticity, freshness, and abundance—leaving everyone more than satisfied. We wholeheartedly recommend visiting their restaurant in Kensington, San Diego to experience their incredible food firsthand. And if you’re planning an event, trust us—Ponce’s Catering will not just meet your expectations, they will over-deliver.

Tyshawn Jenkins
Tyshawn Jenkins

Overall, this was a great experience. The guacamole was the best I ever had. They make it very smooth. I usually like it spicy but they have a twist to it. I loved everything about this place. Parking can be challenging. I can’t wait to go again.

christelle tachon
christelle tachon

Had an amazing dining experience at Ponce's in Kensington! The tacos were absolutely delicious, and the burrito chimichanga style was to die for. Big thanks to Michelle and Parker for their excellent customer service – they made the meal even better with their friendly and attentive care. Highly recommend!

David Spiewak
David Spiewak

A staple in the Kensington neighborhood of San Diego, Ponce’s is good old home cooking Mexican at its finest! Friendly staff, great food, full bar and just a very comfortable homey vibe. Parking lot seems to be usually full, but I have never had trouble finding street parking (metered or non-metered)

Eddy Lam
Eddy Lam

Great sit down Mexican restaurant, good tequila bar vibe but also family friendly. Food is a bit more pricey than other smaller Mexican shops, but for a sit down, prices were good. Food was great, had to wait a bit but normal for a popular restaurant. Waiters and waitresses were friendly and they cleaned the high chairs after each use.

Alexander Cowan
Alexander Cowan

5 stars for great service and of course their killer cheese enchiladas! Also this place exudes happiness vibes! All the folks that work at Ponce's seemed genuinely happy to be there. We started out with Large Guacamole and a Large Salsa Fresca (pico de gallo). When they say large they mean it! Mind you, they serve chips and salsa (on the spicy side) once you're seated, so we gilded the lily. Next time we get smalls, was too much, even for us (I know right?!) Both of is ordered lunch specials plus I added an extra cheese enchilada, also not necessary. I have to say that this is by far one the best cheese enchiladas I've had in a very long time. You know the kind, smokey chili, cumin spiked. super-saucy and covered with more cheese. So comforting and so delicious! Can we also talk about their refried beans? Wow. If you come to Ponce's for anything it has to be the cheese enchilada , refried beans and those beautiful smiles.

Cindy Roberts
Cindy Roberts

Came back to my beautiful little neighborhood and it's best restaurant, Ponce's. Been eating there since I can remember. It's as good now as it was then. The staff is professional and friendly. The food is FANTASTIC. This is the place I dream of when I want delicious Mexican food. Thank you to the hardworking family and staff that keep this the best restaurant in my heart and soul!

E Bri
E Bri

Good food, good service! Was served chips and salsa. The salsa had a little bit of heat in it! My lips were tingling from it. Lol. It was great! Ordered the beef burrito with sides of hefty portions of rice and beans! Had enough leftovers for another meal. That's what I'm talking about! I cannot say enough about the service. My server frequently came by to check on me to see if everything was ok. I really like that about a server. Gave the server a good tip.

Joscelyn Huerta
Joscelyn Huerta

Portions were great for the value. Waitresses were very friendly and staff was very quick and efficient on getting orders out, despite being busy. Flavors were great, their salsas taste were spot on. A little more citrus and it would all be perfect. I'd definitely come back for more.

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Violet F.

Delicious! I really like the tastiness of the food and the margaritas are very good too. Thank you.

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Violet F.

Delicious! I really like the tastiness of the food and the margaritas are very good too. Thank you.

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Waymond B.

Ponce's restaurant has authentic mexican food. It has a lively atmosphere with artistic touches. It's about 20 minutes from the SD airport and easy to get to. You will probably have to park in the …

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Waymond B.

Ponce's restaurant has authentic Mexican food. It has a lively atmosphere with artistic touches. It's about 20 minutes from the SD airport and easy to get to. You will probably have to park in the …

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Barbara B.

Best margaritas in town. Our favorite go to for mexican food. Love Ponce's special. Can't bring myself to order anything else!! Always great!

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Jordyn J.

Honestly, came here specifically to try a margarita after seeing a post blow up of a bartender saying these are the best margs all around. I'd have to agree that these margs are pretty freaking goo…

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Chicken Parm Vetera N.

Really good food, great service, and great ambience. 5 stars. Would recommend. We will be back!

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Jillian C.

@poncesmxrestaurant serves delicious authentic Mexican food including their famous Birria tacos and tasty margaritas ‍. They have two locations in Kensington and Del Sur (this was their first locat…

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Lisa H.

Always great. Lively and fun place to be. Staff are nice and the wait is never too long. Great churros!

Anne Bohl
Anne Bohl

Excellent service. Fun and lively atmosphere. House margaritas are wonderful. Happy hour deals are great! We all had tacos, but I am going to say the fish tacos were the best

medina619
medina619

Nice restaurant. I had the carnival burito the taste was good I would prefer the meat with a little crisp but good over all

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Erika S.

My partner took me here as he claims it is a San Diego staple. We ordered a Crispy Quesadilla, an Impossible Beef Burrito, an Impossible beef taco, and a shrimp taco. If I can give one piece …

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Lynzee H.

Ponces is a San Diego staple! Located on Adams ave, it's normally pretty busy. While I wouldn't say it's the most authentic Mexican food, the food is still good and drinks are strong. Inside, there…

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Chet S.

It doesn't matter how good the food is if you're waiting hours for a table.\n\nI'm not coming back. You do you.\n\n*Edited to add* I had to change my review. The food is REALLY good.

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Ro N.

My brother in law brought home a carne asada burrito for me didn't tell me where it was from until I eat it. The burrito was not good at first it's like the burrito had to marinate for a minute, firs…

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Ro N.

My brother in law brought home a carne asada burrito for me didn't tell me where it was from until I eat it. The burrito was not good at first it's like the burrito had to marinate for a minute…

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Thomas D.

Cute decor, nice outdoor seating and pretty good service.\nHowever the food and drinks are a complete fail. Kind of standard subpar texmex.\nThe smokey marg just tasted like alcohol.\nThe chilli co…

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Thomas D.

Cute decor, nice outdoor seating and pretty good service.\nHowever the food and drinks are a complete fail. Kind of standard subpar texmex.\nThe smokey marg just tasted like alcohol.\nThe chilli …

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Jane B.

Heads up, you must ask for a booth when you put your name in for a table. They will make accommodations for you on the waiting list. Rude hostess but otherwise nice staff. Food was delicious!

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Jane B.

Heads up, you must ask for a booth when you put your name in for a table. They will make accommodations for you on the waiting list. Rude hostess but otherwise nice staff. Food was delicious!

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Dawn Marie A.

We did a Grubhub delivery from here, so can't say much about ambiance or service except the food came fairly quickly. Food - low average on the whole, but note that I am an avid cook/foodie. That s…

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Solstice Queen

Been going here for well over 20 years. The foods declined significantly. No longer serving pozole and forgot which other dish however the drinks remain strong. Service has also declined as they continue to be busy. Had to get up to ask for napkins and water.

Hali Ehresmann
Hali Ehresmann

Luckily our server was attentive and we had a quick refill on chips and salsa. Unfortunately, the shrimp was grey and cold, the salsas completely raw and abrasive, the tortillas clearly from a package, and the margs somehow the worst of it all. How hard is it to have decent chips and salsa and margs at a Mexican place in San Diego?? Apparently pretty damn hard. Do not come here unless you're from middle America and have never had half decent Mexican food.

Bill
Bill

The Mexican ( Spanish ) rice was Crazy delicious , But, I didn't go there For that, I had read on Yelp , that this place was a 5 star place for Ground beef Tacos. And That is where I got " derailed " the shells were Very Very tough and NOT Fried , at Least Not in any meaningful amount of Oil, they were VERY very dry and Bland , and Very Very TOUGH!! I don't think a Starving Dog could have easily made their way through them , TOUGH !!! The meat , WOW , it was like eating boiled Alpo, NO difference, of course with added taco seasoning, Utterly disgusting. And , they come with NO Tomatoes, and No Onion , ( unless you request them , again , Ridiculous ) And we received TWO batches of fried tortilla chips , the first one was Most excellent , Home made , no doubt , oily ( completely UN LIKE the taco shells , COMPLETELY) AND VERY Tasty , the second batch served moments later were Obviously ( as Most Mexican food places do ) served out of a Giant bag made in L.A. And then Lastly , the " Saulsa, was Almost Pure tomatoe sauce with absolutely ZERO flavour , and NO heat index You call it Your way

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R C.

Take your pick between the Incredibly bland food, disgusting red salsa, and management just letting a patron smoke one inch outside the main entrance and right next to dining patio. This may be the m…

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R C.

Take your pick between the Incredibly bland food, disgusting red salsa, and management just letting a patron smoke one inch outside the main entrance and right next to dining patio. This may be the…

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Anna C.

The food here is horrible. Def not Mexican food. The salsa is the worst salsa I have ever had. The location in Kensington could be super cute but falls short. service was fine. Will not be returnin…

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Anna C.

The food here is horrible. Def not mexican food. The salsa is the worst salsa I have ever had. The location in Kensington could be super cute but falls short. Service was fine. Will not be returnin…

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Sydney S.

Well, I'm pretty disappointed in this establishment. My son ordered two carne asada tacos, and as you see in the photo, only one taco had meat and guacamole in it. I ordered chicken tortilla soup…

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411ryand

If you do not live directly within 2 blocks from this restaurant, do not bother. They do not welcome newcomers to this location. We were asked to give up our table to what they said were "regulars"…

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Gregory M

Bad service! Were never checked on during the mea not even for our empty drinks. Added large party gratuity for 2 of us. Been going here for 10 years and the service and food has declined to the point that we will not return. We did not feel welcome. Don’t wast your time and money.

Breana Clark
Breana Clark

Ordered to go the enchiladas suizas and came home with watery and unseasoned chicken, plastic cheese, and a hair in my rice. Disappointed in my meal, the quality is inconsistent each visit. I would recommend avoiding this place towards the end of the evening or at all at this rate. Waste of $.

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🥞 Frühstück
🥐 Brunch
🍽️ Mittagessen
🍾 Abendessen
Kaffee
🍰 Desserts
🥗 Vegetarische Optionen
🌱 Vegane Optionen
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🕐 Horario Hoy
11AM-9PM
Bewertung
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💬 Bewertungen
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People typically spend 45 min to 1.5 hr here
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🌐 Webseite
www.poncesrestaurant.com
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📶 Kostenloses WLAN
🅿️ Parkplatz
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