Puesto at the Headquarters

Name: Puesto at the Headquarters
Address: 789 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA, United States, 92101
Telephone: (619) 233-8880
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

3070 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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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, house-brewed 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, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, and LA Times.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 3, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 74 times today

Experiences are available.

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Takeout

(619) 233-8880

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 233-8880
Website
http://www.eatpuesto.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive chef
Luisteen Gonzalez
Private party facilities
Tell us about your vision. We’ll make your party come to life, Puesto style.
Private party contact
Mikenna Doherty: (844) 775-1029

Location
789 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood
Downtown / Gaslamp
Cross street
Pacific Highway
Parking details
Self-parking lot available in Seaport Village. Puesto offers two hour validation for $5.00. Please check the sign for additional costs for anything over two hours. Valet parking available courtesy of The Headquarters at Seaport District. Please ask the attendant for pricing.
Public transit
MTS Trolley: Green Line, Seaport Village stop (directly across from Headquarters) 0.1 miles away Amtrak / Santa Fe Depot: 1050 Kettner Blvd, 0.4 miles away
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, 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. $2.5 off Tacos $6 Puesto Drafts
Valentine's Day at Puesto
Feb 14, 2023 only
It's not often that you can make blue turn red, but we did it! This Valentine's Day celebrate with red tortillas: they're naturally colored with fresh beet juice and made in house by yours truly while still maintaining their flavor, making our tacos even more lovable. Celebrate love at Puesto with your someone special and our award winning tacos.

What 3,070 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Diego
Mexican
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BryanM
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great assortment of tacos, and the best I’ve ever eaten. Well worth a visit
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Duffy
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The tacos are SOO good. The service was a little slow but they had a party going on and honestly, who could care if that means you’re hanging out on their patio for longer? Our server was so friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for dinner and really enjoyed it. Server was exceptionally sweet! They swapped out our chips and salsa during dinner which was not needed but thoughtful if you are big on the chips and salsa. There was an extra taco they tried to deliver to our table but we let them know it wasn’t for us. It got put in the bill b it with out even asking, the waitress realized it and brought us a new bill. Delicious food and very good margaritas!
JP
JenniferPhoenix
San Diego
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Puesto is becoming a regular in my rotation - the potato taqueria with the black garlic chili oil are FIRE. Margaritas are fresh & tasty. Short rib taco & mushroom tacos are also amazing. Oh & GREAT GUACAMOLE. Highly recommend.
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bolts619
San Diego
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Service was a little slow and unorganized, but our server was very helpful and quite nice.
RM
RichardM
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great guacamole, and we enjoyed so many tacos from the menu. Amazing flavors and would recommend Puestos to anyone.
RC
RichC
New Orleans
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Our go-to for family dining when downtown. Always innovative tacos on the menu!
GH
GrantH
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Puesto is fantastic. Great food, drinks and incredible service last night especially. We had a large group in town, initially seated outside but accommodated our move inside.
JO
JamesO
Las Vegas
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
We live in San Diego part time and were hosting some friends from out of town, so we decided to go to Puesto. The food was excellent and the service was on par. The restaurant was fairly crowded so it was a bit noisy, but still was a good atmosphere for conversation.
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NancyA
San Diego
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is really delicious and our server was pleasant, knowledgeable and attentive. We had a great experience and look forward to going back again
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A0417
Seattle
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were all very happy with Puesto! Food, ambience, drinks, service were all top-notch! Always a pleasure coming back here ☺️
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Arrived early at the restaurant and had a drink at the bar. The servers were nice and patient as we looked through the menu. We were seated inside and our server was great. Our friends arrived late and our server was amazing at quickly taking their order and it quickly arrived. Timing was great, the tacos, the esquite, the traditional guacamole was delicious. The staff was amazing. From the waitress to the team serving the food. We’re looking forward to coming back.
SC
SteveC
Las Vegas
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
The ambience was good. We dined outside at the courtyard. We wanted a table by one of the fire pits. They couldn't do it initially, but our waitress helped us switched table later. She was very friendly and bubbly. Her service was excellent. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for the food and the drinks. The tacos were just okay and the cocktails were subpar. Overall, it was just an okay experience.
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ANGELAD
Minneapolis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food even better service!
j
jeffs
New England
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall3food5service1ambience2
I've been to Puesto dozens of times over the years. The food is great, particularly the tacos. They always seem disorganized. Even with reservations and even with lots of open tables, you have to wait to be seated. I don't get it. And the service is just OK. But the downsides are worth the great tacos, especially on Taco Tuesday.
f
funfood
San Diego
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Nice variety of tacos. Good guac margaritas are a bit pricey but tasty
N
Nora
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you for a wonderful meal! The food was outstanding. The ambiance was wonderful. I asked for a heat lamp to keep us warm and someone turned one on for us right away. We really enjoyed our evening!
LB
LeslieB
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Puesto has a beautiful ambience -- the patio and inner building are gorgeous. The serivce was impeccable. And the food -- that was the best! Interesting, different ingredients from your standard Mexican restaurant -- and put together so very well! The flavor combinations were delicious!
JK
JacquelineK
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
We had a nice time. Food was good a little overpriced. Matt our server was great. Price of Cadillac margarita $20 outrageous.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Tacos not worth $10+ each. Slamming front door was awful. With a sign to “close door gently.” People aren’t paying attention to that. Sounded extremely startling. Bathroom was poor quality and dirty. Things they could fix. Overall, value not there. Paying for convenience.
EK
EvanK
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The new lobster guac was absolutely amazing! Also love the shrimp quesadilla. Everything is always so delicious and good
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time at puesto seeing friends we haven't seen in a year
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best salsa I’ve ever had at a restaurant
SD
SherryD
San Diego
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Puesto Headquarters never disappoints. This location is better than the La Jolla one. We had a pitcher of spicy margaritas and they were amazing! Perfect taste. Our server was really funny and entertaining. The surf and turf taco is always my favorite. The sauce is spectacular and so flavorful. One is enough because it is huge. The rice and beans are made to perfection and the chips and salsa are the best. We will return again and again.
KO
KarlissaO
Las Vegas
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Yesterday I decided to book a reservation for lunch, and it was easy. However, we did have to wait a bit to be seated, even with reservations. To be honest, the food wasn’t that good and extremely overpriced. A $10 taco is a complete ripoff, and they recommend 3, lol. Maybe if you are a tourist, you would enjoy it, but I live here and could get a taco plate for that price authentic and taste a thousand times better. Also, our waiter didn’t check on us often, and we never received chips and salsa until we mentioned it at the end of our meal. I will not be back.
FC
FibiaC
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you want creative, fancy, tasty and overall awesome tacos, this is the place! Absolutely must try in San Diego!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience2
We go to Puesto quiet a bit. Our server Matt wasn’t very on the ball. We paid over $200 to show my mother and father in law one of our favorite spots and it was quite the let down.
TS
TimS
Central Coast
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall4food5service2ambience4
Service was a bit challenged even with a reservation. Food was very tasty.
AW
AnnmarieW
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food. We were there when appetizers were half-price, so ordered a few. The best was the salmon quesadilla—good size portions and very tasty; really could have made that a meal. We enjoyed the tacos, too, especially the filet mignon and the shrimp. Delicious!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience1
Hostess was unpleasant, waiters were friendly, heaters didn’t work, food was OK
TC
TenishaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great service food and drinks. This location is great for large groups
T
Tony
Phoenix
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great chips and salsa. Pretty pricey but good food - brisket tacos and carnitas platter plus a margarita and a beer. $90 with tips. Friendly service.
SR
SeaRob
Seattle
6 reviews
vip
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall1food2service3ambience1
We came, expecting the same restaurant from a few years ago, and we’re completely disappointed. They had us outside in the freezing, cold, and they moved us inside at our request, where the temperature was not much different. The tacos were mediocre at best. The drinks were delicious, the food was completely overpriced. and they don’t have the same offerings that they had before. They had one specialty taco, and the rest were, as I stated earlier, perfectly mediocre. We won’t be back.0
B
Bhermosabeach
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server was awesome food was awesome. Little over priced
T
Traveler
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely a must to try! Tacos were SO good. Drinks were tasty and the rice pudding for desert was amazing!!
TD
TheiconDwightSchrutelolo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
DELICIOUS WHEN UR BAKED!!! GET ZOOTED BEFORE THE FOOD 10/10
KL
KevinL
San Diego
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and really good service for large groups!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been coming to Puesto the past couple years. Every time I go I always have an amazing experience and of course great food. I introduced my friend to this spot it being her birthday and first time here in California and IT WAS AMAZING again. Jena, our server, was so kind and recommended many options of the menu that were her favorite making it easier to decide for my friend. She even helped celebrate my friends birthday which was a surprise and it was truly meaningful. She and I will never forget that experience at Puesto! Thank you again Jena & Puesto.
CB
ChadB
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Great flavors with the food (I had 3 of the tacos-chicken, steak, short rib) and they were delicious. My wife even wanted to take home the chips (something we had NEVER done in our lives) since they were so good. The service was great (outside of accidentally bringing out the wrong ceviche dish, which they graciously took off the bill). We always love coming to Puesto and recommend it to anyone looking for non traditional great Mexican food.....and while we didn't have any adult beverages this time, they sure looked tasty (our kids had lemonade and those were very good.) Overall, a great experience!
a
amandas
Raleigh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We absolutely love Puesto! Every year when we travel to San Diego we come here for dinner. The tacos are amazing and it’s the best cilantro lime rice I’ve ever had! Such a cool vibe and atmosphere too with tons of outdoor seating. 10/10!

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You can order delivery directly from Puesto at the Headquarters using the Order Online button. Puesto at the Headquarters also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 233-8880.

Puesto at the Headquarters is rated 4.7 stars by 3070 OpenTable diners.

Puesto at the Headquarters 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

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 3, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 74 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(619) 233-8880

Other options

Order online

Google Map for Puesto at the Headquarters

789 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

Cross street
Pacific Highway
Neighborhood
Downtown / Gaslamp
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Self-parking lot available in Seaport Village. Puesto offers two hour validation for $5.00. Please check the sign for additional costs for anything over two hours. Valet parking available courtesy of The Headquarters at Seaport District. Please ask the attendant for pricing.
Public transit
MTS Trolley: Green Line, Seaport Village stop (directly across from Headquarters) 0.1 miles away Amtrak / Santa Fe Depot: 1050 Kettner Blvd, 0.4 miles away
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive chef
Luisteen Gonzalez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.eatpuesto.com/
Phone number
(619) 233-8880
Private party facilities
Tell us about your vision. We’ll make your party come to life, Puesto style.
Private party contact
Mikenna Doherty: (844) 775-1029

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Puesto at the Headquarters

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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Private dining

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Experiences

Taco Tuesday!

Valentine's Day at Puesto

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What 3,070 people are saying

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