Award-winning

Puesto La Jolla

Name: Puesto La Jolla
Address: 1026 Wall St., San Diego, CA, United States, 92037
Telephone: (858) 454-1260
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (2177)

$30 and under

Mexican

1026 Wall St., San Diego, CA 92037

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2 people

May 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Lively
Great for outdoor dining
Good for groups

Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos. Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas.

In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere.

We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, LA Times and the Michelin Guide.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 454-1260
Website
http://www.eatpuesto.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Luisteen Gonzalez
Private party facilities
When Puesto La Jolla hosts a party, your group can be seated for a family-style meal in our Plancha Room or take over the entire restaurant and patio with a tray-passed taco and margarita fiesta for up to 160 guests. Tell us your vision, and we'll make your party come to life, Puesto Style.
Private party contact
Mikenna Doherty : (858) 788-3974
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1026 Wall St., San Diego, CA 92037
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, 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!
Mother's Day at Puesto
May 11, 2025 only
Mom deserves something sweet this Mother’s Day, so we are treating her to a complimentrary Toasted Hazelnut Tres Leches Cake!

Private dining

What 2,177 people are saying

Puesto La Jolla reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Mexican
San Diego
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Puesto La Jolla delights with "fantastic tacos" and "great margaritas." The "vibrant atmosphere" and attentive service make it a favorite spot for families and friends. Enjoy creative dishes like filet mignon tacos and mushroom tacos, alongside "unique guacamole." The restaurant shines during Taco Tuesdays. Some find prices high, but flavors impress.

2,177 Reviews

J
Joseph
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Insane tacos - ridiculously good guac. LOVED it.
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S VIP
Minneapolis31 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was presented well. It looked great and tasted fantastic.
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S VIP
Minneapolis31 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and quality delicious food. Looking forward to returning soon.
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Pat
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place, great tacos, drinks and sides in a lively setting. Our busgirl, Liz , was particularly good at helping us sort out the menu. The crispy cheese added to each of the meat tacos was so tasty. The Mexican street corn added to the beans and rice was just delicious and we had lots left over to bring home.
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Dawn
San Francisco25 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibe. Good food. Accommodating ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.
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Kate
Las Vegas7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we ate was delicious- we were here with grandchildren age 2 and 6 and our server Kelcey was infinitely patient We had several kinds of tacos , flautas, rice and beans - all great Best of all is the Cadillac margarita
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Andrew VIP
London16 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely posh Mexican restaurant. Not authentic - but really nice. Great cocktails and ambience
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Devon
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow! Those were some of the best tacos and margaritas I’ve ever had! Also, our server, Grace, was a true hospitality rock star! She was knowledgeable, engaging, and attentive. I only wish we thought to ask about the secret menu sooner. We will be back soon!!
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Juan VIP
Denver26 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love SD, especially Del Mar and La Jolla. Every time we come, we always stop at Puesto. It has become a favorite of ours. The food is delicious and we like the location that allows for walking after a nice meal. The tacos and guacamole are fantastic. We highly recommend Puesto.
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ana
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Taco Tuesday, brunch and dinner! We go a few times a month. Very attentive staff.
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FAQs

Puesto La Jolla offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 454-1260.

Puesto La Jolla is rated 4.7 stars by 2177 OpenTable diners.

Puesto La Jolla 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

May 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

1026 Wall St., San Diego, CA 92037

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
La Jolla
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
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Luisteen Gonzalez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.eatpuesto.com/
Phone number
(858) 454-1260
Private party facilities
When Puesto La Jolla hosts a party, your group can be seated for a family-style meal in our Plancha Room or take over the entire restaurant and patio with a tray-passed taco and margarita fiesta for up to 160 guests. Tell us your vision, and we'll make your party come to life, Puesto Style.
Private party contact
Mikenna Doherty : (858) 788-3974

Gift card

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Puesto La Jolla

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Gift card

Experiences

Taco Tuesday!

Mother's Day at Puesto

Private dining

Plancha Room

Indoor-Only Buyout

Puesto La Jolla Full-Buyout

Custom inquiry

Menu

What 2,177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Puesto La Jolla offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Puesto La Jolla restaurant rated?

Does Puesto La Jolla offer gift cards?

Is Puesto La Jolla currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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