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Puesto Mission Valley, San Diego, CA

Puesto Mission Valley

4.6
4.6
1982 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
Puesto is family-owned and operated by first generation Mexican American brothers Eric, Alan and Alex Adler, alongside their cousins Isidoro and Moy Lombrozo and founding chef and partner Luisteen Gonzalez. With eight locations in California, Puesto provides an innovative and contemporary approach to authentic Mexican cuisine. Sourcing its ingredients locally and regionally, the restaurant has earned national acclaim for its Mexico City-inspired tacos made with non-GMO organic, heirloom Masienda blue corn stone-ground tortillas, crispy melted cheese and scratch salsas.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 333-2167
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luisteen Gonzalez
  • Private party facilities
    A party at Puesto in Mission Valley can be an intimate dinner in one of our PDR's or a family-style fiesta for 70 on the patio. A lively reception with tray-passed tacos and margaritas can fill the entire space for up to 450 of your closest friends. Tell us your vision, and we'll make your party com
  • Private party contact
    Mikenna Doherty: (858) 788-3974
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Valley
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Taco Tuesday!

    Multiple dates available
    Come join the Fiesta. 1/2 off all tacos starting at 3PM!
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What 1,982 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Puesto Mission Valley offers an exciting twist on Mexican cuisine with "delicious and innovative" tacos and standout margaritas. The lively ambiance is perfect for celebrations, and the service is consistently praised for being "friendly and attentive." While some find it "a bit pricey," the unique flavors and vibrant atmosphere make it a memorable dining experience.

1,982 Reviews
  1. Pam

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Our experience at this restaurant was poor unfortunately. Service was horribly slow. I realize it was a busy evening mid week still, we had reservations. It took a long time for us to get seated past, and then it took us another hour to get someone to even come by the table for water. we won’t be coming back to

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  2. VineetM

    New York City

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere, great food and outstanding service.Excellent Margaritas Please start serving Pinot Grigio. It is inexpensive and one of the most popular white wines now. Highly tecommend

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  3. Gary

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and environment. One of my favorite picks in Mission Valley.

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  4. David

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food service was slow. Food was expensive, but only mediocre. I would not recommend this restaurant.
    Puesto Mission ValleyResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We strive to provide timely service and exceptional food, and I regret that we fell short during your visit. Your comments about the service and food quality are valuable, and I’ll be sharing them with our team to ensure we improve. If you’re open to giving us another chance, I’d love the opportunity to make it right. Please feel free to reach out to us and we’d be happy to assist you personally. We appreciate your honesty and hope to have the chance to provide a better experience in the future. Best regards, Cody Aftab

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  5. Karen

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wow, I haven’t visited this restaurant in 2 years. The food and drink prices are up by 50% and the portions are 50% less! The appetizers chicken flautas are now chicken taquitos, definitely miss advertising ! The tacos are all now street taco size. There is a $4 charge for chips and salsa and house wine is $14 a glass. The only redeeming factor was a wonderful waiter!
    Puesto Mission ValleyResponded on November 15, 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your recent visit didn’t meet your expectations, especially regarding the pricing and portion sizes. We understand how important value is to our guests, and we’re always working to balance quality ingredients with fair pricing. Our menu has evolved over the past couple of years to reflect fresh, handcrafted items, and we appreciate your input about how these changes have impacted your experience. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with our team as we continue to refine our offerings. On a positive note, we’re thrilled to hear your waiter made a great impression—our team strives to provide excellent service, and we’re glad that shone through.

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  6. JenM

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Puesto in La Jolla and Seaport Village have always been favorites of mine, so I was excited to try the Mission Valley location. Unfortunately, this experience was disappointing. The restaurant is massive and quite loud, lacking the cozy ambiance of the other locations. We were seated so close to the next table that I felt like I was intruding on their date. The food here was mediocre at best. Also, serving warm water in a bottle feels off when I'm paying $30 for just three small street tacos, with chips and salsa costing extra. Sadly, I won’t be back.
    Puesto Mission ValleyResponded on November 15, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience at our Mission Valley location didn’t meet your expectations, especially since you’ve been a fan of our La Jolla and Seaport Village restaurants. We value your loyalty and deeply regret that this visit fell short. It’s always our goal to provide delicious food and an enjoyable environment, and we’re disappointed to hear we missed the mark. We’d love the opportunity to make it up to you. Please feel free to reach out to us directly, as we’d like to learn more and ensure your next experience reflects the Puesto standards you know and love. Best regards, Cody

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  7. Stephen

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Forgot part of our order but otherwise everything was great.
    Puesto Mission ValleyResponded on November 15, 2024
    Hi Stephen, Thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your overall experience with us. However, we sincerely apologize for forgetting part of your order—it’s not the level of service we strive to provide. We appreciate your understanding, and we’d love the opportunity to make it up to you on your next visit. Please feel free to reach out to us directly so we can ensure your next experience is flawless. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards Cody

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  8. Andres

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visiting Puesto, ambiance is appealing, staff was very inviting and polite. The bar area looked like an entertaining area to sit. Outside sitting was plentiful, and warm.. Bit on the pricey side for some tacos so remember that when dining in.

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  9. roberta

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The lunch taco menu is the best!!! Our staff loves going here. A great place for an office party!!

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  10. Roland

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Perfect food proteins and wonderful tasting food! Great service as well!

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FAQs

Puesto Mission Valley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 333-2167.

Puesto Mission Valley is rated 4.6 stars by 1982 OpenTable diners.

Puesto Mission Valley does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Puesto Mission Valley

5010 Mission Center Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Mission Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luisteen Gonzalez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 333-2167
  • Private party facilities
    A party at Puesto in Mission Valley can be an intimate dinner in one of our PDR's or a family-style fiesta for 70 on the patio. A lively reception with tray-passed tacos and margaritas can fill the entire space for up to 450 of your closest friends. Tell us your vision, and we'll make your party com
  • Private party contact
    Mikenna Doherty: (858) 788-3974
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