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Quixote, San Diego, CA
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Quixote

$30 and under
Mexican
2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104-1103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
La Única Manera De Hacer Cara Cruz Es A Través De
La Intuición

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: If Quixote feels like a house of worship, it’s no accident. The cavernous restaurant was built from a deconstructed Mexican church, as hinted at by its Santa Maria candles and pulpit-turned-bar. Chef José Cepeda serves riffs on his family favorites spotlighting heirloom grains, masa, and his specialty, moles.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 296-2101
  • Neighborhood
    North Park
  • Cross street
    El Cajon Blvd and Lousiana St. - Valet Parking is limited on weekends.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Quixote's large parties

    Multiple dates available
    At Quixote, we kindly request that parties larger than six guests adhere to a minimum charge of $50 per person. If your group's total doesn't reach this minimum, we will simply adjust your bill to meet the requirement. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Our servers are here to guide you through our full menu, offer recommendations, and answer any questions to ensure your experience is seamless.
    Quixote's large parties Photo

Private dining

What 1,192 people are saying

Quixote 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Quixote offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food," a "stunning ambiance," and "fantastic service." Known for its "romantic atmosphere," the restaurant impresses with creative cocktails and a unique menu, though it can be "a bit loud." Perfect for special occasions or an upscale dinner date.

1,192 Reviews
  1. Alfredo

    Orange County1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was good fast service but the food was cold. The waiter was great attentive very professional. The place is just to loud

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  2. Ian

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and atmosphere. Good was great, small portions matched the rich flavor, however, the price was a tad high.

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  3. Gabby

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best meals me and my gf have ever had. The ambiance is immaculate, the food was beyond expectations and the service was great. All the dishes were really enjoyable and has complex yet traditional flavors and every bite was delicious. The next time we visit San Diego, we am definitely returning.

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  4. Luna

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fondue was overcooked, needed to use a knife to cut through it. Chicken taco was just unseasoned chicken tender that was fried in unseasoned batter. Unimpressed to say the least. Our server was really nice tho.

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  5. Melissa VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely date night experience. Romantic moody and the service was the quickest I’ve ever received.

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  6. Marcie

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for our 9 year anniversary ❤️ the ambience was romantic, the food was delicious! We ordered the fondue, chicken tacos and several cocktails 🍸 everything was so good! The waitress asked if we were celebrating something special and we told her our anniversary. At the end of our dining experience she brought us a glass of wine and a red rose for me! So unexpected and romantic! I highly recommend!!

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  7. Karina

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything start to finish was excellent. Everything we ate was 10/10.

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  8. Mario VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small but perfect menu (both food and drink). Ambiance is loudly intense and full of energy. Perhaps not the perfect place for a romantic date but will definitely impress.

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  9. Anna

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall experience was great! Loved the ambiance and aesthetic of the restaurant. Service was prompt and attentive. The food and drinks were excellent.

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  10. Mary

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second visit here. I decided to give it another chance since I didn’t enjoy the food or the experience the first time. I came with my family this time and ordered a variety of dishes, everyone loved the food and the drinks! I’m glad I gave it another try. The waitstaff were very friendly, not pushy or overbearing at all. I’ll definitely be back.

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Quixote is rated 4.6 stars by 1192 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Quixote

2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104-1103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    El Cajon Blvd and Lousiana St. - Valet Parking is limited on weekends.
  • Neighborhood
    North Park
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Private Room, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 296-2101
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