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Miguel's Cocina

2912 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106-2740
(619) 224-2401
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Ranked #266 of 2,686 restaurants in San Diego
Price range: RM36 - RM36
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Groups
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Groups
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Dallas Tx
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15 reviews 15 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Have had so many tell us how good this place was, Well My Husband and I think it is way over rated. Long wait, poor parking if your there before the bank closes, street parking otherwise. Neither of use were impressed with the food or the service. Seemed the waitress was more interested in the party of 8 than us... More

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El Cajon, California
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40 reviews 40 reviews
38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Our family visit meal was seated late( 630 scheduled for 615), Slow service, had to wave down another waiteress to get drink refill and in 1 hour only got 1 refill. Meal I ordered Fajita combo 85% of the plate was Veggies. Very little chicken or steak. The Cheese sauce is great Will not be back

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35 reviews 35 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We had an early dinner, and received super service. The seafood dishes were exceptional, especially the crab enchilada ordered by the Mrs. I liked the white shrimp served bacon wrapped and grilled (you get five of them). The chips were average, but the "white sauce" - queso with jalapeno - was wonderful. Nice view over the rooftops to the marina,... More

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Mesa AZ
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Great views from the patio seating...I only ate appetizers and adult beverages, haha...The drinks were tasty the food well it was typical. It's a busy spot but I think people come here because they see a crowd not for the food. Just sayin!!!

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Merced, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

Nice menu, good selection. Busy place at lunch, so it was a bit slow. The "ultimate" margarita made the wait a good experience. Would definitely return.

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London, United Kingdom
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39 reviews 39 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

We went to Miguels on our first night in the States. With London being our home town and not having very much at all in the way of mexican food, we were really looking forward to some quality mexican during our time in the States. Imagine then, how disappointed we were at the bland tasting dishes offered by Miguels. There... More

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Coleraine, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

We were staying at the Dolphin Motel and were given a voucher/coupon to use at this restaurant. I grew up on Mexican restaurant food and so I've been to many different places. Miguel's has the BEST food I've tasted in it's catagory and we enjoyed it so much we went there every day of our stay - 3 days in... More

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san diego
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20 reviews 20 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

you must try it and meanwhile take a stroll down shelter islaind drive . fantastic atmoshere dark and very mexican like. dont fret you will dig it.

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Stuarts Draft, Virginia
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75 reviews 75 reviews
51 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

The atmosphere was good, with a nice outside patio! Food was outstanding, especially the bacon wrapped stuffed shrimp! Good pitcher of Margaritas as well!

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

We stopped here after a long day at the Zoo and the meal came quickly, was hot, and was decent. It wasn't the best food I've ever had but there are no real complaints. The meat didn't have a ton of flavor. The staff was very helpful and friendly though

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