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Cali Fresh Mexican Grill

Mexican · San Diego

4.7 · 128 reviews Google

Cali Fresh Mexican Grill Opening Hours

Monday 12:00–23:00
Tuesday 12:00–23:00
Wednesday 12:00–23:00
Thursday 12:00–23:00
Friday 12:00–23:30
Saturday 12:00–23:30
Sunday 12:00–22:00

About Cali Fresh Mexican Grill

Top 10 Best Fresh Mexican in San Diego , CA - April 2024 - Yelp - Casa de Freds Tacos y Tequila, El Viejón Seafood, Las Panchitas Fresh Mexican Grill , Cotixan Mexican Food, Vallarta Express Mexican Eatery, Cocina 35, Oscars Mexican Seafood, Cali Fresh Mexican Grill , Hi Dumplings, Fruteria La Coste...

Top 10 Best Fresh Mexican in San Diego , CA - April 2024 - Yelp - Casa de Freds Tacos y Tequila, El Viejón Seafood, Las Panchitas Fresh Mexican Grill , Cotixan Mexican Food, Vallarta Express Mexican Eatery, Cocina 35, Oscars Mexican Seafood, Cali Fresh Mexican Grill , Hi Dumplings, Fruteria La Costeñita

What Customers Say About Cali Fresh Mexican Grill

Cali Fresh Mexican Grill is highly rated for its large portions, fresh ingredients, and friendly service. Customers rave about the authentic Mexican flavors and the variety of salsas. The atmosphere is clean and inviting, making it a great spot for a quick bite.

Popular Dishes

potato tacos chips and salsa (3) chicken burrito rolled tacos carne asada fries diablo shrimp burrito Cali breakfast burrito Cali burrito

Best For

Families Quick Bite Locals Tourists Casual

Tip: Be sure to try the chips and salsa, and don't be afraid to mix the red and green salsas for a unique flavor experience.

What to see nearby

East San Diego Adult Recreation Center
A 524m

East San Diego Adult Recreation Center

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City Heights Community Park
A 550m

City Heights Community Park

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Highland and Lands Park
A 715m

Highland and Lands Park

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Park De La Cruz
A 748m

Park De La Cruz

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City Heights Community Recreation Center
A 797m

City Heights Community Recreation Center

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Explore the area around Cali Fresh Mexican Grill

Cali Fresh Mexican Grill is located in San Diego, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Parks & Gardens

  • East San Diego Adult Recreation Center (A 524m) — park in San Diego County, California, United States of America
  • City Heights Community Park (A 550m) — park in San Diego County, California, United States of America
  • Highland and Lands Park (A 715m) — park in San Diego County, California, United States of America
  • Park De La Cruz (A 748m) — park in the United States of America
  • City Heights Community Recreation Center (A 797m) — park in San Diego County, California, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions about Cali Fresh Mexican Grill

Cali Fresh Mexican Grill is located at 4126 University Ave, San Diego.
Near Cali Fresh Mexican Grill you can find points of interest such as East San Diego Adult Recreation Center, City Heights Community Park, Highland and Lands Park, Park De La Cruz.
Cali Fresh Mexican Grill offers mexican cuisine.
Cali Fresh Mexican Grill has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
The most recommended dishes at Cali Fresh Mexican Grill based on customer reviews are: potato tacos, chips and salsa, chicken burrito, rolled tacos, carne asada fries.
Cali Fresh Mexican Grill is ideal for families, quick bites, locals, tourists, casual dining.
Cali Fresh Mexican Grill is highly rated for its large portions, fresh ingredients, and friendly service. Customers rave about the authentic Mexican flavors and the variety of salsas. The atmosphere is clean and inviting, making it a great spot for a quick bite.
Be sure to try the chips and salsa, and don't be afraid to mix the red and green salsas for a unique flavor experience.
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Cali Fresh Mexican Grill San Diego Reviews

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April Wilson

We are out of Towner's, found this place on Google with great reviews, so we gave it a try. We were definitely not sorry. The portions are huge, prices very reasonable & oh so yummy! If we lived here, I'd be a loyal customer for sure. The lady at the counter was extremely kind & friendly.

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V Vongsayarath

Came in right at opening around 930am. This was my second time visiting. Ordered a Cali breakfast burrito. Dined in. Host offered drink varieties and chips with salsa. Food was brought promptly with red and green salsa. Burrito was huge ham eggs and this gooey cheese sauce(needed a fork to finish the rest) Chips and salsa was good. Strawberry horchata was fantastic not too sweet.

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Jeffrey Michael Harris

Absolutely phenomenal! Service was incredible, atmosphere was great! Let's talk about the food!!!! The portions are huge! Definitely can taste the love that goes into great food. The pastor was the best I have ever had but the name to fame is the cali burrito! I travel for business an I must say, this has been the best Mexican restaurant I have found, I will be back!!

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Sinh Nguyen

Quality ingredients , good attitude employee, fast service and reasonable price. Keep the value keep moving forward I tried all the sauce and kind of tacos , they got 5 good sauce

R
Ruth Gonzalez

Great place to eat! Burritos are big and beefy tacos. We truly enjoyed taste and price on menu.

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Zoe Warp

Sooo tasty! Super quick and very friendly service. The fresh chips and salsa were super awesome. The vibes inside were super nice too, with an awesome mural and hanging lights! Booths are huge enough to fit you and all your friends! I had the horchata and the diablo shrimp burrito which were both awesome. Huge portions for super reasonable prices!

K
K L

Excellent food- fresh, hot, quality ingredients, big portions, delicious flavors. Atmosphere is beautiful and clean. Kind and prompt service. I highly recommend to any hungry bellies who appreciate authentic Mexican cuisine!

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Morgan Fuller

Incredible service. Went in with 5 kids after a few hours at the beach. We ordered ALOT! It came out fast, fresh & perfectly how we ordered. I was so impressed. Parents got to enjoy chips & salsa while we waited and kids colored on the chalk wall. It was a great experience!

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Iliana

I tried the carne asada fries and the meat was really tasty and the fries weren’t salty either. The red salsa was a little spicy but very good. The green one hit the spot tho. But I mix my salsas so..the aguas frescas we’re great too. I will definitely be coming back.

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How by Howie

2nd time in Cali Fresh, and they honesty never disappoint! Top 10 SD Mexican food spot for sure, #1 in City Heights/NorthPark area. My order: 4 rolled tacos combo with rice and beans + horchata As usual, very crispy + hot. The horchata is one of the best ive had (not the powdery stuff, the real fresh made horchata with cinnamon sprinkle on top). Everything always comes out fresh without denying the quality! Bonus: comes with chips and salsa when you eat in!

C
Carlos Diaz

Best Taco Shop In San Diego. We'll worth it, highly recommend. The food portion is amazing! Best Customer service.

K
Kirstin Rissing

I’ve been here several times and it’s absolutely fantastic! Really great food, fast service and lives up to its name being very fresh! Thank you for the great meals!

J
Josh V

My new favorite Mexican shop! The food is amazing, the people are welcoming and have beyond great customer service skills Must try you won’t regret it 😍😍😍

April Wilson
April Wilson

We are out of Towner's, found this place on Google with great reviews, so we gave it a try. We were definitely not sorry. The portions are huge, prices very reasonable & oh so yummy! If we lived here, I'd be a loyal customer for sure. The lady at the counter was extremely kind & friendly.

V Vongsayarath
V Vongsayarath

Came in right at opening around 930am. This was my second time visiting. Ordered a Cali breakfast burrito. Dined in. Host offered drink varieties and chips with salsa. Food was brought promptly with red and green salsa. Burrito was huge ham eggs and this gooey cheese sauce(needed a fork to finish the rest) Chips and salsa was good. Strawberry horchata was fantastic not too sweet.

Jeffrey Michael Harris
Jeffrey Michael Harris

Absolutely phenomenal! Service was incredible, atmosphere was great! Let's talk about the food!!!! The portions are huge! Definitely can taste the love that goes into great food. The pastor was the best I have ever had but the name to fame is the cali burrito! I travel for business an I must say, this has been the best Mexican restaurant I have found, I will be back!!

Sinh Nguyen
Sinh Nguyen

Quality ingredients , good attitude employee, fast service and reasonable price. Keep the value keep moving forward I tried all the sauce and kind of tacos , they got 5 good sauce

Ruth Gonzalez
Ruth Gonzalez

Great place to eat! Burritos are big and beefy tacos. We truly enjoyed taste and price on menu.

Zoe Warp
Zoe Warp

Sooo tasty! Super quick and very friendly service. The fresh chips and salsa were super awesome. The vibes inside were super nice too, with an awesome mural and hanging lights! Booths are huge enough to fit you and all your friends! I had the horchata and the diablo shrimp burrito which were both awesome. Huge portions for super reasonable prices!

K L
K L

Excellent food- fresh, hot, quality ingredients, big portions, delicious flavors. Atmosphere is beautiful and clean. Kind and prompt service. I highly recommend to any hungry bellies who appreciate authentic Mexican cuisine!

Morgan Fuller
Morgan Fuller

Incredible service. Went in with 5 kids after a few hours at the beach. We ordered ALOT! It came out fast, fresh & perfectly how we ordered. I was so impressed. Parents got to enjoy chips & salsa while we waited and kids colored on the chalk wall. It was a great experience!

Iliana
Iliana

I tried the carne asada fries and the meat was really tasty and the fries weren’t salty either. The red salsa was a little spicy but very good. The green one hit the spot tho. But I mix my salsas so..the aguas frescas we’re great too. I will definitely be coming back.

How by Howie
How by Howie

2nd time in Cali Fresh, and they honesty never disappoint! Top 10 SD Mexican food spot for sure, #1 in City Heights/NorthPark area. My order: 4 rolled tacos combo with rice and beans + horchata As usual, very crispy + hot. The horchata is one of the best ive had (not the powdery stuff, the real fresh made horchata with cinnamon sprinkle on top). Everything always comes out fresh without denying the quality! Bonus: comes with chips and salsa when you eat in!

Carlos Diaz
Carlos Diaz

Best Taco Shop In San Diego. We'll worth it, highly recommend. The food portion is amazing! Best Customer service.

Kirstin Rissing
Kirstin Rissing

I’ve been here several times and it’s absolutely fantastic! Really great food, fast service and lives up to its name being very fresh! Thank you for the great meals!

Josh V
Josh V

My new favorite Mexican shop! The food is amazing, the people are welcoming and have beyond great customer service skills Must try you won’t regret it 😍😍😍

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Ryan Hubbard

Without a doubt the best authentic Mexican food in San Diego.. and I've been to them all. The salsa here was initially what caught my attention. The perfect combination of heat and flavor. I think I've written like 3 reviews in the last 10 years. But this one is the most worth it. People who haven't partaken in Cali Fresh are missing out. UPDATE: 12 hours later and enjoying the leftovers. I can say without a doubt this is the most delicious food I've consumed all year. With their ridiculously low prices and top notch performance in the kitchen it's gonna be difficult to try other establishments for the foreseeable future.

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Shad Brooks

Been here two times and they're awesome. They really care about how the food tastes and they wait to put the toppings in my tacos until I got there. Real dedication to ensuring everything is perfect. The only thing I could critique is the chicken burrito that I had the first time I came was too wet, a bit more of squeezing the liquid out would have made it spot on. Thanks!

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Stephanie Weaver

Hands down, the best potato tacos I've ever had. I don't live anywhere near it, but any time I'm in SD proper, I am always going to go there. I've only gotten the potato tacos but their chips and salsa are tasty and on occasion that I've been there with someone else; the entrees my friends have gotten were delicious as well. I need more people to go to this place, because I will be devastated if they close.

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Beth Roesler

Huge proportions, flexible to modification, great service, and awesome decor inside. Tasty tasty! I can't pick which salsa I like more! Also best chips I've ever had. Will be coming back!

Beth Roesler
Beth Roesler

Huge proportions, flexible to modification, great service, and awesome decor inside. Tasty tasty! I can't pick which salsa I like more! Also best chips I've ever had. Will be coming back!

Ryan Hubbard
Ryan Hubbard

Without a doubt the best authentic Mexican food in San Diego.. and I've been to them all. The salsa here was initially what caught my attention. The perfect combination of heat and flavor. I think I've written like 3 reviews in the last 10 years. But this one is the most worth it. People who haven't partaken in Cali Fresh are missing out. UPDATE: 12 hours later and enjoying the leftovers. I can say without a doubt this is the most delicious food I've consumed all year. With their ridiculously low prices and top notch performance in the kitchen it's gonna be difficult to try other establishments for the foreseeable future.

Stephanie Weaver
Stephanie Weaver

Hands down, the best potato tacos I've ever had. I don't live anywhere near it, but any time I'm in SD proper, I am always going to go there. I've only gotten the potato tacos but their chips and salsa are tasty and on occasion that I've been there with someone else; the entrees my friends have gotten were delicious as well. I need more people to go to this place, because I will be devastated if they close.

Shad Brooks
Shad Brooks

Been here two times and they're awesome. They really care about how the food tastes and they wait to put the toppings in my tacos until I got there. Real dedication to ensuring everything is perfect. The only thing I could critique is the chicken burrito that I had the first time I came was too wet, a bit more of squeezing the liquid out would have made it spot on. Thanks!

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Jack - ULTRAFINEEATS

These guys make some tasty breakfast burritos. I had the bacon and eggs, and it was very tasty. It was not the largest I've had, but they did pack in the bacon! The place is small inside, only a couple of tables; hence, the majority of their service is to go. Nice people.

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Rafael Rodriguez

Where do I start. When we order I figured it was a regular Mexican grill . The burrito was like 12" in length and 3"thick. No lies I almost passed out.. flour tortilla was hand made in my opion.. I will definitely be back

Rafael Rodriguez
Rafael Rodriguez

Where do I start. When we order I figured it was a regular Mexican grill . The burrito was like 12" in length and 3"thick. No lies I almost passed out.. flour tortilla was hand made in my opion.. I will definitely be back

Jack - ULTRAFINEEATS
Jack - ULTRAFINEEATS

These guys make some tasty breakfast burritos. I had the bacon and eggs, and it was very tasty. It was not the largest I've had, but they did pack in the bacon! The place is small inside, only a couple of tables; hence, the majority of their service is to go. Nice people.

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Aych

The food was not as flavorful as it is just salty. The pros is the prices are decent and service is friendly and fast. Fish was not fresh in my taco and waaaay over fried. Salsa was a bit watered down for my taste for the same price you're 10 times better just going to the taco stand

Aych
Aych

The food was not as flavorful as it is just salty. The pros is the prices are decent and service is friendly and fast. Fish was not fresh in my taco and waaaay over fried. Salsa was a bit watered down for my taste for the same price you're 10 times better just going to the taco stand

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East San Diego Adult Recreation Center

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City Heights Community Park

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Highland and Lands Park

park in San Diego County, California, United States of America

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Park De La Cruz

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City Heights Community Recreation Center

park in San Diego County, California, United States of America

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