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Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Park West, San Diego
"Get the green chicken posole & anything with the tlaquepaque sauce."(2 Tips)
"Order the cucumber margarita -yum"(3 Tips)
"The green chicken pozole is awesome."(3 Tips)
"... Oh have the carnitas. Yum."(3 Tips)
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Gabriel GallegosJanuary 23, 2014Our waiter Alec was especially courteous and friendly. Our first time here and we will be back for the food and especially the great service
This place is the jam. We love it! Luis and José are the best, as is Baltazar. Norteña sauce forever!
talaquepaque is the best!! if you want to buy extra talaquepaque sauce you can ask for it for an additional fee.
Great food, margaritas and service here. I always feel very welcome as if I'm a houseguest
Ashlee McRaeOctober 21, 2015Margaritas by the pitchers are where its at! The specials board had the best options.
- I know it sounds weird, but it's really, really good. A fave spot!
If you aren't shy about spice, the Serrano cucumber margarita was AMAZING.- Leo VirgoDecember 10, 2011Make sure to sync your Amex card. You can save $10 for shopping at small business... Oh have the carnitas. Yum.
Chicken Enchiladas they always they are spicy but felt@they were not.. good but wanted spicy saice🤔
- Not best pic but it’s green chicken pozole.... far my favorite
- Get the Mexican coffee! And if you get a scramble and don't like your eggs "loose", ask for them well done.
Kamel JMarch 12, 2011The chilicilli breakfast comes w rice black beans sour cream lett. tortilla and eggs your choice
LisaSDJuly 12, 2010If you love chilaquiles, try the red ones here. That, along with a glass of refreshing Jamaica, is the ticket!
Len PollardJanuary 11, 2011Order the Carne Asada!! The meat was tender and complemented by refried beans that were hearty without being heavy.
Do yourself a HUGE favor and get the Tlaquepaque! Thank me later...
Be sure to check out the Specials Menu. Lots of great things to choose from.
Susan WilliamsFebruary 13, 2011Just found out about their homemade sauces! Guajillo sauce! You've gotta try it!
Jamie Saari CrawfordMarch 16, 2015The day we went we had terrible service and had to stand up and practically beg unhappy waiters to serve us. We wanted to like this restaurant, but would NOT recommend.
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Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe
3172 5th Ave (at Spruce St.)
San Diego, CA 92103
United States
San Diego, CA 92103
United States
Our Mexican restaurant offers the best Mexican food around! We use the freshest ingredients in all of our authentic Mexican dishes. Whether you're looking for tacos, seafood, or an ice cold margarita, our family restaurant has it all. Looking for a caterer to help out with a special event?...
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 8:00 AM 1700 PM
(619) 295-2070
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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