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Rubio's

Mexican · La Mesa

4.2 · 640 reviews Google
www.rubios.com
Yelp 3.0 (211) TripAdvisor 4.5 (14)

About Rubio's

At Rubio's, we're a beach-inspired Mexican spot where the flavors of Baja-style fish tacos and fresh seafood come alive. We're proud to bring a taste of the coast to La Mesa, with our signature dishes like our famous fish tacos, perfectly balanced by crispy tortillas and tangy slaw. Our customers ra...

At Rubio's, we're a beach-inspired Mexican spot where the flavors of Baja-style fish tacos and fresh seafood come alive. We're proud to bring a taste of the coast to La Mesa, with our signature dishes like our famous fish tacos, perfectly balanced by crispy tortillas and tangy slaw. Our customers rave about our inviting atmosphere, where friendly service makes every meal feel like a fiesta. We've been serving up smiles and delicious eats for years, and we can't wait to welcome you to our table!

What Customers Say About Rubio's

Rubio's in La Mesa is generally well-regarded for its fresh and delicious food, friendly staff (especially Yvonne), and consistent quality. Some customers have experienced long wait times or issues with order accuracy, and the bathrooms are sometimes dirty.

Popular Dishes

fish tacos steak burrito Mexican Street Corn Bowl Bacon and shrimp burrito lobster burrito

Best For

Families Casual Quick Bite

Tip: Order through the app to save time, and double-check your order before leaving, especially for delivery/takeout, as salsa may not be included.

Features

📶 WiFi 🌳 Outdoor 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 🥗 Vegetarian
🎯 Casual 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

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Frequently asked questions about Rubio's

Rubio's is located at 5500 Grossmont Center Dr Suite D-22, La Mesa, CA 91942, La Mesa.
Rubio's offers mexican cuisine.
Rubio's has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Rubio's offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at Rubio's based on customer reviews are: fish tacos, steak burrito, Mexican Street Corn Bowl, Bacon and shrimp burrito, lobster burrito.
Rubio's is ideal for families, casual dining, quick bites.
Rubio's in La Mesa is generally well-regarded for its fresh and delicious food, friendly staff (especially Yvonne), and consistent quality. Some customers have experienced long wait times or issues with order accuracy, and the bathrooms are sometimes dirty.
Order through the app to save time, and double-check your order before leaving, especially for delivery/takeout, as salsa may not be included.
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Rubio's La Mesa Reviews

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Reviews (40)
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Aaron Linsdau Thriller Author

As a thriller and romance author, I’m always on the lookout for a good lunch. I visited Rubio’s at Grossmont Center for dinner, and wow. This place gets crazy busy. The business was hopping, almost every table was full, and fish tacos were flying out to tables and to-go orders nonstop. As a thriller author, I always enjoy Rubio’s because the atmosphere reminds me of some of my travel adventures in Mexico. It’s a great place to soak in the vibe and spark new story ideas. The food is solid, and the drinks are just as good. The staff are super courteous and work as fast as they can. They could probably double the crew and still be going all out. The only challenge here in the evening is parking. Grossmont Center has always been tight on spaces, but that’s not Rubio’s fault. Just something to keep in mind. I can’t get enough of the fish tacos. Love it.

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Hawkeye

Always consistently good. Love the menus given a variety of choices. Everything always tastes good and comes out in a timely fashion. Also like substituting different sides. Always been a loyal follower, since you opened up your first location on Mission Bay drive. Glad you are able to keep it still open. I stopped by every time I'm in that neighborhood even if i'm not hungry. After a long day of body surfing, or hiking the trails or mountain biking, nothing quenches my appetite like a couple of Mahi 🐟Mahi🐟 fish tacos 🌮🌮and fresh Salsa or lobster🦞 burrito🌯. Also love tortilla soup on a cold night.

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Eleana May

It's been more than 3 years since I last ate at Rubio’s. I got the Mexican Street Corn Bowl with steak and chicken for $13.99 and a soda bottle for $3.79. There's also a salad and salsa bar if you're interested! The atmosphere is very nice, and the service is great. Happy tummy with my leftovers!

Aaron Linsdau Thriller Author
Aaron Linsdau Thriller Author

As a thriller and romance author, I’m always on the lookout for a good lunch. I visited Rubio’s at Grossmont Center for dinner, and wow. This place gets crazy busy. The business was hopping, almost every table was full, and fish tacos were flying out to tables and to-go orders nonstop. As a thriller author, I always enjoy Rubio’s because the atmosphere reminds me of some of my travel adventures in Mexico. It’s a great place to soak in the vibe and spark new story ideas. The food is solid, and the drinks are just as good. The staff are super courteous and work as fast as they can. They could probably double the crew and still be going all out. The only challenge here in the evening is parking. Grossmont Center has always been tight on spaces, but that’s not Rubio’s fault. Just something to keep in mind. I can’t get enough of the fish tacos. Love it.

Hawkeye
Hawkeye

Always consistently good. Love the menus given a variety of choices. Everything always tastes good and comes out in a timely fashion. Also like substituting different sides. Always been a loyal follower, since you opened up your first location on Mission Bay drive. Glad you are able to keep it still open. I stopped by every time I'm in that neighborhood even if i'm not hungry. After a long day of body surfing, or hiking the trails or mountain biking, nothing quenches my appetite like a couple of Mahi 🐟Mahi🐟 fish tacos 🌮🌮and fresh Salsa or lobster🦞 burrito🌯. Also love tortilla soup on a cold night.

Eleana May
Eleana May

It's been more than 3 years since I last ate at Rubio’s. I got the Mexican Street Corn Bowl with steak and chicken for $13.99 and a soda bottle for $3.79. There's also a salad and salsa bar if you're interested! The atmosphere is very nice, and the service is great. Happy tummy with my leftovers!

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Sandy Machin

The food is great. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere espectacular. I took my family there, and we had a really good time after watching a movie.

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Terry Figueroa

Make sure to ask what comes in your loaded nachos otherwise you might say yes to quesadilla and be unhappy when you look at your order at home. Combine with a Surf Rider at Jamba Juice next door at the Grossmont Mall and your definitely getting your daily calories!

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Antonine

An busy area for sure. This location with Yvonne and her crew is amazing 👏. The service is excellent. I wonder what had happened to the one in Rancho San Diego near Jamacha...ah well...that is what I found out that the team left to Grossmont area. I have no idea how long ago. I've been in Spring Valley 5 yrs. Anyhow, customer service is wonderful and the quality of people here even the customers are kind and courteous. Let's keep it that way. Stay awesome! Thank you!

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Sheri Whitelock

I usually order through my app, so I ordered ahead of time, I was meeting a friend there, just hung out and waited For my food, which didn’t take very long. It was later, so pretty quiet inside.It was clean, also the bathrooms and the food tasted great. I love the blackened salmon on whatever……

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Rene Alilin

Our pick up order was right on time and it was exactly what we ordered. We decided to dine in and it was delicious. The service was excellent, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very clean.

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G’s Life

Bacon and shrimp burrito was made correctly. Only 2 stores that I know make it properly. La Mesa and Lemon Grove. Great job La Mesa store!

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Aaron Gold

Tai took my order. He was very friendly and helpful. I asked for some specific modifications, and he obliged without hesitation. The order came out fast, hot, and accurate.

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Cynthia McHugh

Love the new Fish and Chips. Great tartar sauce. The fish was extra crunchy and What they did to the fries? So Good and Crunchy I ate those after my fish taco and was filled up on fries. WoW!

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Lisa Mattoni

This is our favorite go to place on the weekends when we don’t feel like cooking they actually had it for Valentine’s Day too, since we had gone out the night before. Such great value and always fresh and relatively healthy

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Satoshmi Moto

Been coming here many years! Always have a great experience. The manager Yvonne always makes sure I’m taken care of too! Nice touch to make me feel acknowledged for the repeat business.

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Lori Stahl

Ordered 3 fish taco combo and steak burrito with chips and guacamole. Delivered hot and well packaged. Tacos were a good size portion. Burrito had a bit too much rice and not enough steak. Chips were hot, fresh and crisp. Guacamole was hand made, very fresh and delicious. Will order delivery again.

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Charlene Costa

I got here before the lunch rush and placed my order and received it in a timely manner. I used the coupon for an entree for $6.99 and got the Lobster Bowl. It was such a bargain and it was delicious!!

G’s Life
G’s Life

Bacon and shrimp burrito was made correctly. Only 2 stores that I know make it properly. La Mesa and Lemon Grove. Great job La Mesa store!

Daniel Ledesma
Daniel Ledesma

Little bit of a wait fir the food but fresh and delicious.

Carly Wolzen
Carly Wolzen

Consistently quality delicious food. Clean restaurant and staff are always friendly and welcoming.

Jim Gillingham
Jim Gillingham

Keep doing exactly what you are doing. Deals, rewards, great food. All of these things are bringing back the Rubio's of old.

Lori Stahl
Lori Stahl

Ordered 3 fish taco combo and steak burrito with chips and guacamole. Delivered hot and well packaged. Tacos were a good size portion. Burrito had a bit too much rice and not enough steak. Chips were hot, fresh and crisp. Guacamole was hand made, very fresh and delicious. Will order delivery again.

Satoshmi Moto
Satoshmi Moto

Been coming here many years! Always have a great experience. The manager Yvonne always makes sure I’m taken care of too! Nice touch to make me feel acknowledged for the repeat business.

Sandy Machin
Sandy Machin

The food is great. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere espectacular. I took my family there, and we had a really good time after watching a movie.

Sheri Whitelock
Sheri Whitelock

I usually order through my app, so I ordered ahead of time, I was meeting a friend there, just hung out and waited For my food, which didn’t take very long. It was later, so pretty quiet inside.It was clean, also the bathrooms and the food tasted great. I love the blackened salmon on whatever……

Antonine
Antonine

An busy area for sure. This location with Yvonne and her crew is amazing 👏. The service is excellent. I wonder what had happened to the one in Rancho San Diego near Jamacha...ah well...that is what I found out that the team left to Grossmont area. I have no idea how long ago. I've been in Spring Valley 5 yrs. Anyhow, customer service is wonderful and the quality of people here even the customers are kind and courteous. Let's keep it that way. Stay awesome! Thank you!

Terry Figueroa
Terry Figueroa

Make sure to ask what comes in your loaded nachos otherwise you might say yes to quesadilla and be unhappy when you look at your order at home. Combine with a Surf Rider at Jamba Juice next door at the Grossmont Mall and your definitely getting your daily calories!

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updated review: I came back and got a California burrito, and I really appreciate that they remade it for me! This time it was warm, fresh, and tasted so much better. You can tell they care about making things right, and the flavor really came through. old review: Honestly, this was one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences I’ve had in a long time. The food here is way too expensive for the quality you get. I ordered a California burrito, but everything came out completely cold — not even slightly warm. The steak was tough and flavorless, the fries were soggy, and the tortilla tasted old. It was honestly nasty. The portion felt small as well for what i paid for😕. Even their hot salsa wasn’t good — it tasted bland and watered down, like it had been sitting out for hours. It didn’t have any spice or freshness, which made the food taste even worse. What made it worse was how long I had to wait for it. For the price and the wait, I expected something fresh and at least warm, but it felt like the food had been sitting out for a while before it was brought to me. There was no care in how it was prepared or served. Overall, the food didn’t taste good at all, and I left feeling like I wasted my money. For what they charge, you’d think they’d at least make sure the food is hot and decent. I wouldn’t recommend this Rubio’s location to anyone — definitely not worth it.

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LoveItHere

Great. The food is good and quality is consistent. The only downside is for takeaway and delivery orders they don't provide salsa. Even if you ask for it or write it in the notes. Could be a sanitary thing, they haven't added it to bottles yet. Suggestion is to order something else as a side other than chips. Packaging is great.

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Daniel Mancilla

I LOVE THIS LOCATION, MOST EMPLOYEES ARE FRIENDLY,HOWEVER THE BATHROOM ARE FILTHY......

Daniel Mancilla
Daniel Mancilla

I LOVE THIS LOCATION, MOST EMPLOYEES ARE FRIENDLY,HOWEVER THE BATHROOM ARE FILTHY......

Janell S
Janell S

Great. The food is good and quality is consistent. The only downside is for takeaway and delivery orders they don't provide salsa. Even if you ask for it or write it in the notes. Could be a sanitary thing, they haven't added it to bottles yet. Suggestion is to order something else as a side other than chips. Packaging is great.

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Trinidad Sotello Jr

Got three tacos for an amazing deal. Totally underrated place. Fish was crisp and the sauce in each was perfect.

Trinidad Sotello Jr
Trinidad Sotello Jr

Got three tacos for an amazing deal. Totally underrated place. Fish was crisp and the sauce in each was perfect.

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Sekou Young

In years past, I used to frequent this location for their veggie burrito. Decided to try the annual fish and chips plate. Big mistake. 2 pieces of fish smaller than the french fries and they ran out of coleslaw (30 minute wait 🙄)

Joel Stevenson
Joel Stevenson

Not ran well at all. $16 will get you bottom of the barrel chips... I didn’t even get a whole chip... seriously? Look I get it’s 630pm, but wow. Saturday... dinner time... and not even a whole chip? Last time I go to this establishment. The food is cooked to order which I guess they expect customers to just shut up and eat (just not the chips). Save your money. These employees do bare minimum and get you out the door.

The Grill Ace
The Grill Ace

I don like posting bad reviews - however the lobster burrito wasn't on point. For 13.95 it seems the lobster was evicted and not present. It has refried beans not pinto black beans and had zero salsa fresca.

Matt Wittkopp
Matt Wittkopp

Meh... My food was meh, service was horrible. It's fast food but this is the first place we have ever been to that brought out our kids food significantly later than the adults food. We ordered in to eat at the restaurant, our food came out on plates, the kids food when it did arrive arrived in a to-go bag. When asked for plates she brought a single plate. My fish burrito was okay, my wife's fish tacos were horrible with very little fish. Won't be back to this location. Will try other locations as previous experiences were much better just not at this location.

J G
J G

The worst, don’t visit this location if you’re hungry, I usually don’t give bad reviews this place deserves it. Been waiting for more then 20 min all orders ahead of me all wrong and the manager doesn’t even acknowledge you or apologize for the awful service.

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People typically spend 25 min to 2 hr here
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🌐 Website
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