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My list is mostly local ...City Tacos,Taco Taco The Taco Stand, Primos and Chuys. Yum glad I found your Chanel. I hit the sub button. Follow me back my Chanel is all about travel and fun trips
#1 The Taco Stand in La Jolla #2 Kiko’s Place Taco Truck next to a gas station at 6090 Friars Road in Mission Valley #3 Tacos El Gordo in Chula Vista #4 Las Cuatros Milpas in Barrio Logan #5 Mitch’s Seafood in Point Loma
I'm from the UK and we were staying in a hotel opposite tacos El Gordo and I can say it's one of the best things i've ever eaten. Also San Diego is a fantastic city.
@@pat.l.h.2730 I was actually super disappointed in the flavor of the meats. I tried asada, chicken and I forgot what other... 😐😐 it wasn’t what it was hyped up to be. I was sad
100% got the spots haha... Nine seas seafood truck is the bomb also, similar to Kikos, once shit opens through, Mariscos atlata is my favorite check it out
Yo my dude, I appreciate you saying “must try” places instead of best in SD. So many good spots that it would be impossible to say the best. You could probably make a must try taco spots and have enough content for months. Thanks for the great vid.
Bro crazy u say that. Im a painter and my job site is right down the street from Humbertos and EVERYTHING ive eaten there is FIRE!!!! Almost done there but i will be going out of my way to eat tgere from now on
@@robertmacias279 If you get tired of Mexican go check out Giorginos on 28th Street in same neighborhood. They have really good Philly steak sandwiches-my favorite was the Beef Gaucho. Right up the street from Starbucks on 28th next to 99cent store.
I grew up in SD and took for granted the amazing taco shop food available. I lived in Spring Valley where there were “hole-in-the-wall” taco shops on every corner in every strip mall. I moved to NorCal and while I appreciate the better scenery I bitterly miss the taco shops of SoCal.
My first day in Chula Vista, I ordered from Tony's Tacos (early 80's). Being from New England, and used to Taco Bell, I ordered a bunch of tacos & a couple of burritos. Man, I had a lot of leftovers! Loved the rolled tacos / guacamole from the little stand on 3rd Ave, San Diego. Three for a dollar back then!
As a San Diego resident, I can say this is a great guide, and I even learned a thing! Tacos El Gordo makes as good an al pastor taco as you'll find anywhere, they are absolutely incredible, and Cuatro Milpas have the best crunchy tacos I've ever had (plus their fresh flour tortillas are amazing). My absolute favorite seafood tacos used to be a truck called Mariscos Isaac in IB, but they're not a thing anymore :( So I was very happy to learn of Kiko's and I will absolutely be headed over there. Legit mariscos places always give you a cup of broth. Gareth really knows his grub.
Watching your video makes my heart happy. The Filipino community has been growing and thriving in National City. Showing the best food to your followers will make the lines a bit longer when we go home, but still worth it!
As a San Diego local I approve of all these spots! You got it down to the T honestly and it's also super cool seeing you interacting with the Raza around town and being polite and courteous! Keep up the amazing work
We (San Diego) are the Mexican Food capital of the United States. I'm glad to be a native. Krazy thing is, there's still many taco spots I have yet to go to. It's never ending here!
I’ve been staying in San Diego for nearly a month now. Mom’s recovering from surgery in La Jolla and I was wondering where I could get some authentic tacos. Thanks for making this video! 🌮
I had no idea that the random food truck down the street from where I live was so good! I always pass by but never think anything of it. Definitely going to try it tomorrow night!
Wow. I live across the street from the taco van at the gas station in Mission Valley and have never tried it. I'm going to try it this week. I was always afraid to try it but I always see a lot of people there. Thanks!
I lived in SD for 11 years and *_Las Quatro Milpas_* was always my go-to spot to take friends and family when they would come and visit. Because of where it was located (slightly run down neighborhood at the time, and shitty parking), I always felt like I knew some little known secret taco spot. I never thought I would see it highlighted in a quality video like I just watched from you. Hands down, to this day almost 10 years later, and living in a town far, far away, still my favorite tacos ever. I always got the pork tacos, but everything there is soooo freaking good. Quality video man. Thanks!
I lived in San Diego for 30 plus years. And only ate at one taco stand on the list. So I know what my wife and I will be doing here real soon. Thank you for the video.
I am Mexican and I moved to San Diego last year I love tacos and I promise you the best tacos you will eat are from a taco truck in Chula Vista named MR. ADOBADA you need to try them 🤤
I actually heard the complete opposite. I heard that the tacos in the south of Texas like in El Paso for example are some of the best in the entire country. I guess it just depends on you ask. Me personally I know that California is an overrated place and would choose life in Texas any day of the week.👍
@@Jmeister7 California as a whole is an overrated place. It’s super expensive to live here, most of the people here are miserable. The overall happiness levels are higher in Texas. Most guys that I know from Texas make low income and live well and have beautiful girlfriends and wives. While the guys in California are struggling to survive and have to live with their parents to avoid unaffordable rents. It’s literally a California hell.
Hey Gareth! I am a native San Diegan and I love my hometown and the variety of cultures and food we have to offer. All 5 listed are definitely the top 5 in SD! Thank you for recommending to your many viewers and supporting our local small owned shops!
the best part of Tacos el Gordo is that it is open so late that when you are out for a night and have had some drinks, there is absolutely nothing better to eat at 2am! always hits the spot.
@@norwegianblue2017 Hahaha! You are sooo right. To me it looked like a dungeon because the lighting was not the best and coming in from the summer sun made it even darker. When Kusi made their report there were even bussinesmen in suits waiting in line outside. Cheers
Garth my favorite part is wen the camera guy gets to try the food he's so polite wen he eats ...tell him it's ok to get messy .....lol he's jus so cute!
As a born and raised SD kid, this video is on point. #1 Cuatro Milpas... Rice & Beans & Tamales! #2 Tacos El Gordo... Mulas, any meat! They are a must have, but only if you want the real deal.
I live in La Jolla but have to drive to Vista for the best tacos on the planet. You guys haven't lived until you've eaten at Vamos A Texcoco. It's nothing but lamb barbeque and it makes my mouth water just writing this comment.
Chula Vista is my hometown before I moved further north. The adobada tacos from Tacos el Gordo are just the BEST! Gonna get some this weekend. Great video.
That was rad Gareth! Your expressions as well as your unsteady gait (after the Tacos el Gordo) were priceless. Hahaaha. Lookin' forward to going back to my home away from home.
My family & I went to Mitch’s the same day you posted the original version of this :) the tacos were pretty decent, but the clam chowder was to die for! Please do a part 2!
Hopefully when the whole of the U.S is a lot safer, will be glad to see if you could do a '5 must try Pizzas in New York' Kind regards Gareth, and I really enjoyed watching this video and how you respectfully communicate with the locals especially communicating with them in their own language. I'm looking forward to the next video and stay safe my brother
Havent heard of Mitchs, gonna try it. Tacos El Gordo to me is the best hands down, if you're in the area again check out a food truck on Main and Hilltop called Tio Pepes. They have a restaurant in TJ, tortas ahogada and carnitas.
@@junkv57 You talking about the original on Bonita or the new little one over by the 805? I usually go to the restaurant just because the original is too small and packed. If you haven't tried them, the Shrimp Chipotle Fries are insane!
Great video! Love the fact that he did not anglicize the Spanish. I've been to Mitch's, however the octopus taco has eluded me. That's gonna be our dinner tonight! Gareth Leonard did his homework alright. Keep it up!
I use to live by the coast and ever since moving inland I just don't get around to the beach as much as I use to. Your intro was pretty and very reminiscent of that. Made me nostalgic. I appreciate you knowing what nopal is. The way that lady gave teased you over the mulita 😅. The crunch🤤. Love food travels. My bf looks at and like I'm weird when I laugh and giggle over the flavor of certain foods. Glad I'm not alone 😅🤣. Keep up the good job. You are very fortunate!
@@glamsheeTypical paranoid response. There are sections of TJ that are perfectly safe and clean with some of the best cuisine happening. Get away from Revolution Blvd. Go back and watch Bourdains episode in TJ. At Comicon Bourdain had huge praise for TJ.High end restaurants like Mission 19 in Zona Rio serving amazing Baja Med cuisine. To this day nothing beats TJ tacos just 20 min from downtown San Diego.
Thank you guys so much for watching the video! It feels so good to be back. 😃 If you haven't already, please hit that like button, subscribe (if you haven't already) and click on the notifications bell to receive updates when a new weekly video goes live! I truly appreciate you guys!! 🙏 Otherwise, what was your favorite taco spot? Which would you want to try most?? Comment below!
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Mariscos Fili La Carreta - Chula Vista - Fish Taco / Birria De Res Taco , Blue Water - San Diego - Mahi Mahi Taco
@@johnpaulsandoval6178 Thank you John, I'm adding these to my list for part 2! I LOVE Blue Water!!
@@GarethLeonard You cannot go wrong with Blue Water brother!
My list is mostly local ...City Tacos,Taco Taco The Taco Stand, Primos and Chuys. Yum glad I found your Chanel. I hit the sub button. Follow me back my Chanel is all about travel and fun trips
Try tacos el vaquero in Chula Vista! They’re a taco truck on 3rd Avenue
We live in paradise with every ethnic foods around the world here in SD. I love my city!
True story! 💯
#1 The Taco Stand in La Jolla
#2 Kiko’s Place Taco Truck next to a gas station at 6090 Friars Road in Mission Valley
#3 Tacos El Gordo in Chula Vista
#4 Las Cuatros Milpas in Barrio Logan
#5 Mitch’s Seafood in Point Loma
Beautiful notes 🤤
Jennifer is right...taco stand in LA Jolla...im from orange county and whenever I'm down in the SD area I MUST go there
#2 is actually at 5494 Mission Center Road, just off Friars Road. There is no gas station at 6090 Friars Road.
Tacos El Gordo mula is the best of the best.
I'm from the UK and we were staying in a hotel opposite tacos El Gordo and I can say it's one of the best things i've ever eaten. Also San Diego is a fantastic city.
THANK YOU sir .....Go see Tijuana AWESOME PLACE !!!!
I agree with everything you said
Thank you 🙏🏻! Tijuana is next level tho
Tacos El Gordo are the best in San Diego they have a lady making fresh tortillas, and the steak is cooked over Charcoal tasty.
@@pat.l.h.2730 I was actually super disappointed in the flavor of the meats.
I tried asada, chicken and I forgot what other... 😐😐 it wasn’t what it was hyped up to be. I was sad
This is the most legit San Diego Mexican food vlog I have ever seen. Tourists take note! This is gold.
I appreciate that! 👊
@@GarethLeonard Love the Taco Tour vlogs and hope to see more of it!
Don't trust anyone who uses the word "legit"
@@fabianavalos1386 Word
@@GarethLeonard how did you eat that many tacos in an afternoon? Were you not dying? Lol
Ok, this guy is Legit..he ate all my favorite tacos, speaks facts when describing them, AND speaks spanish, im subscribing. 😂
LOL, I appreciate it! 👊
@@GarethLeonard 🤜🏽🤛🏽
100% got the spots haha... Nine seas seafood truck is the bomb also, similar to Kikos, once shit opens through, Mariscos atlata is my favorite check it out
@@ADM-wt9cn I'll have to try this one! Thank you!
These spots are where true locals go. The other vlogers just to to trendy spots. Best video I’ve seen on local San Diego staples.
Totally !!
True that!
These are the trendy spots.
I just moved to Utah from San Diego and this video made me cry. Beautifully filmed and so spot on!
Don't they have taco shops there?
I just moved from San Diego to Maine....... I understand.
@@colleenkeith I just moved the opposite way! I might be poor(er) but I could no longer ha die Maine winters lol
Cheers
@@tomdavis3038 ha! Enjoy!
@@colleenkeith Enjoy Maines winter
I'm from San Diego and I've never seen a Vloger go to these gems! Hands down best taco video I've seen.....man I'm hungry now
Yo my dude,
I appreciate you saying “must try” places instead of best in SD. So many good spots that it would be impossible to say the best. You could probably make a must try taco spots and have enough content for months. Thanks for the great vid.
This guy need to do a part 2 and include Birria tacos to!
Just tried this taco truck in Chula Vista. Look them up on Instagram @thebirriatruck
He needs to include the 664 Tj Birria
I recommend the food truck Burrieria La Loteri. 6873 Federal blvd San Diego 91945. Awesome birria. The queso Taco is delicious!
Tuetano in San Ysidro is good
For birria? Definitely include Fernandez in South SD....
Shout out to my old "hood" Golden Hill in SanDiego....home of the famous Humbertos Taco shop. Miss you guys!!!
Bro crazy u say that. Im a painter and my job site is right down the street from Humbertos and EVERYTHING ive eaten there is FIRE!!!! Almost done there but i will be going out of my way to eat tgere from now on
@@robertmacias279 If you get tired of Mexican go check out Giorginos on 28th Street in same neighborhood. They have really good Philly steak sandwiches-my favorite was the Beef Gaucho. Right up the street from Starbucks on 28th next to 99cent store.
I grew up in SD and took for granted the amazing taco shop food available. I lived in Spring Valley where there were “hole-in-the-wall” taco shops on every corner in every strip mall. I moved to NorCal and while I appreciate the better scenery I bitterly miss the taco shops of SoCal.
Try out La Taqueria in San Francisco’s mission district (Mission & 25th)
Yeah that's what up so i know you been to Don Jilberto's and El Puerto Taco Shop fasho!!!
Spring valley- saritas, La posta, La sinaloense and carnitas de Michoacán taco shop. They are still doing justice out here.
@@Miss_Cali That's one of the better places in the city for sure
My first day in Chula Vista, I ordered from Tony's Tacos (early 80's).
Being from New England, and used to Taco Bell, I ordered a bunch of tacos & a couple of burritos.
Man, I had a lot of leftovers!
Loved the rolled tacos / guacamole from the little stand on 3rd Ave, San Diego. Three for a dollar back then!
As a San Diego resident, I can say this is a great guide, and I even learned a thing! Tacos El Gordo makes as good an al pastor taco as you'll find anywhere, they are absolutely incredible, and Cuatro Milpas have the best crunchy tacos I've ever had (plus their fresh flour tortillas are amazing). My absolute favorite seafood tacos used to be a truck called Mariscos Isaac in IB, but they're not a thing anymore :( So I was very happy to learn of Kiko's and I will absolutely be headed over there. Legit mariscos places always give you a cup of broth. Gareth really knows his grub.
Watching your video makes my heart happy. The Filipino community has been growing and thriving in National City. Showing the best food to your followers will make the lines a bit longer when we go home, but still worth it!
As 40 year veteran of las quatros milpas its still my all time favorite, I go for the pork tacos and rolled tacos, And you have to use the hot sauce .
I love the rolled tacos! Nice& crunchy & not as messy!
I’m old school Daygo, any taco shop that ends with Bertos, Robertos, Albertos, Hilbertos etc. Is good for me, lol...
Yesssiiiirrrrr!
So that's the secret 🤔🌮
Haha, that's a solid strategy!!
@@chempanda6388 Seems to be a good one!
@@GarethLeonard I just realized the one shop I love to go to per my dad's recommendation ends in berto's 😋
Tacos El Gordo adovada taco is my favorite in the WORLD !
I agree! It is unreal!! I just posted a new one 😃
All you have to do is go to TJ. 8th and Ocampo in the morning. Birria. You will thank me.
Being born and raised in San Diego I must say this man did a great job 👏🏻
Check out Gareth’s new food video ua-cam.com/video/U0dSv8_FIkM/v-deo.htmlsi=n2MI2-oLpaF4HHO4
As a San Diego local I approve of all these spots! You got it down to the T honestly and it's also super cool seeing you interacting with the Raza around town and being polite and courteous! Keep up the amazing work
We (San Diego) are the Mexican Food capital of the United States. I'm glad to be a native. Krazy thing is, there's still many taco spots I have yet to go to. It's never ending here!
No you're not .lol
Daughter took me here for the first time awhile back and I am HOOKED. It is amazing. Don't forget the pineapple on the adobada omg amazing.
Oh man, I have to ask for the pineapple! I didn't realize they even had this option 🍍
I’ve been staying in San Diego for nearly a month now. Mom’s recovering from surgery in La Jolla and I was wondering where I could get some authentic tacos. Thanks for making this video! 🌮
I am happy to help, enjoy!! 😃
I had no idea that the random food truck down the street from where I live was so good! I always pass by but never think anything of it. Definitely going to try it tomorrow night!
Tell us, how was it?
I visited your channel.
As an American, I cried watching the Normandy vid.
Switzerland was really cool!
❤ to you and your family!
We californians take some things forgranted
Fellow San Diegan here. I approve of all these places!
That's all I wanted! 👊
@@GarethLeonard My favorite spot is las cuatro milpas. Can't beat those fresh tortillas and the prices!
Lived in SD 30+ yrs and haven't visited these spots. Truth is, there are dozens more. Excellent coverage. Thank you!!
I could've definitely called this video "50 Must-Try Tacos..." 😃 🌮 🌮 🌮 🌮 🌮
Wow. I live across the street from the taco van at the gas station in Mission Valley and have never tried it. I'm going to try it this week. I was always afraid to try it but I always see a lot of people there. Thanks!
You picked some solid spots, definitely recommend everyone of them.
Thank you! I definitely did my research first! 😃 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮
You did a good job bro! I live in SD all my life 26yrs and I appreciate and respect your picks 🙏
A two bite taco at the first place! Looks so good. I love how Gareth attacks each taco. ☺️
My mouth was watering watching this vlog lol. You’re very fluent in Spanish I love it. Stay safe Gareth
Thank you Garry!
Solid recommendations! You mentioned all of my favorites. Great video.
San Diego has some of the best Mexican food anywhere. I went to college there and lived on great cheap Mexican food.❤️🥑
The best tacos in San Diego video I have seen so far. Thanks for coming all the way to the South Bay. Usually everyone stays up north. #newsubscriber
I appreciated that about him too😊
Barrio Logan isn’t South Bay. What about National City, Chula Vista, IB, Otay Mesa or San Ysidro.
@@redracerx100 He went to Chula Vista. Tacos al Gordo. Watch the video.
Northern San Diego tacos don’t compare to South Bay Tacos
@@jbauer140 Los Charros in Escondido is great!
Born & raised in San Diego, absolutely loved 🥰 your video, All 5 are a must! Haven’t been to 3 of your stops, but I will now. Thanks for the advice.
Thanks! I'm a native San Diegan and you taught me a few things. Nice tip on Kiko's!!
Born and raised in San Diego and I say yes to these 🌮 tacos!!! I’m hungry now...
I lived in SD for 11 years and *_Las Quatro Milpas_* was always my go-to spot to take friends and family when they would come and visit. Because of where it was located (slightly run down neighborhood at the time, and shitty parking), I always felt like I knew some little known secret taco spot. I never thought I would see it highlighted in a quality video like I just watched from you. Hands down, to this day almost 10 years later, and living in a town far, far away, still my favorite tacos ever. I always got the pork tacos, but everything there is soooo freaking good. Quality video man. Thanks!
I truly appreciate the message, thank you! This was my first time visiting Las Quatro Milpas and it definitely won't be my last!! Cheers!
@@GarethLeonard Totally try the pork ones next time;) Appreciate the quality content you are doing. Got yourself a new sub. Take care, man✌
That's what I'm talking about! I am sooo glad Las Cuatro Milpas was included! There's always a fat line for a reason, they close at 3pm every day 💯💯
I lived in San Diego for 30 plus years. And only ate at one taco stand on the list. So I know what my wife and I will be doing here real soon. Thank you for the video.
That's what I like to hear! Let me know which spot you guys enjoy most! Cheers! 🌮
I am Mexican and I moved to San Diego last year I love tacos and I promise you the best tacos you will eat are from a taco truck in Chula Vista named MR. ADOBADA you need to try them 🤤
Omg I gotta go to SD soon. Good video I had to subscribe thanks.
Thanks Angie!! 🌮 😃
Thanks man! I was looking for some inspiration for some Taco Tuesday today haha
Yooooo much respect on that straight up pro move Taco El Gordo order!!! Straight up smashed that that lengua taco
So good! I've added a few more tacos to this order when I've gone back since - much easier when this is the only stop of the day, lol!
What about the buche bro you need to try it its fire!
I absolutely love San Diego, the perfect city.
Im local love how you filmed beautiful San Diego !
You nailed this list Gareth! SAN DIEGO home of the BEST weather and MEXICAN food, hands down!
Thanks Deanna, I completely agree... weather and tacos is why I made this my home base! 😃
You're so adorable and THANK YOU so much for putting the perfecttt accent into your Spanish!! 🙏🏼👌🏼☺️🔥 Me encantas
This video is legit. All of these places are hands down some of the best in SD.
I appreciate that! 👊
Texas is known for tacos, but NOTHING comes close to the tacos from the “mom & pop” taco shops in San Diego County, SoCal.
I love Texas and will be moving relocating there in the next 3 years. However, their tacos suck.
I actually heard the complete opposite. I heard that the tacos in the south of Texas like in El Paso for example are some of the best in the entire country. I guess it just depends on you ask. Me personally I know that California is an overrated place and would choose life in Texas any day of the week.👍
San Diego Mexican food sucks imo. Tex Mex is way better. Even Phil's BBQ is nothing compared to Texas BBQ. San Diego foods are very overrated.
@@Jmeister7 Phil's is garbage. Tex Mex is okay but I was disappointed when I once ordered tacos and they came in premade shells.
@@Jmeister7 California as a whole is an overrated place. It’s super expensive to live here, most of the people here are miserable. The overall happiness levels are higher in Texas. Most guys that I know from Texas make low income and live well and have beautiful girlfriends and wives. While the guys in California are struggling to survive and have to live with their parents to avoid unaffordable rents. It’s literally a California hell.
Keep doing what you do my brotha, ill keep watching!
I appreciate that Manuel! 🙏
Agreed Gareth great job! As a local, these are some favs. Looking forward to part 2. Try Tuetano Taqueria - Birria.🌮
Adding this to my hit list, thanks Erick!
tacos el G!! great vlog, btw. feels like friendly conversation and genuine reactions to unfamiliar things
Haha, yes!! I appreciate the message Stacy!
Hey Gareth! I am a native San Diegan and I love my hometown and the variety of cultures and food we have to offer. All 5 listed are definitely the top 5 in SD! Thank you for recommending to your many viewers and supporting our local small owned shops!
Love to hear that Lisa, and I'm very happy to do it! I love this community and I love tacos... win win! 😃
the best part of Tacos el Gordo is that it is open so late that when you are out for a night and have had some drinks, there is absolutely nothing better to eat at 2am! always hits the spot.
Las cuatro milpas is an institution in SD. It's been there fooor ever!
Those tortillas was next level!! I can't believe it took me this long to experience it! Cheers!!
When you see people of all ages and backgrounds lined up down the block to get into a place that looks like a prison, you KNOW the food is THAT good!
@@norwegianblue2017 Hahaha! You are sooo right. To me it looked like a dungeon because the lighting was not the best and coming in from the summer sun made it even darker.
When Kusi made their report there were even bussinesmen in suits waiting in line outside.
Cheers
@@GarethLeonard Well it's only been there for ever. Good thing that you found the place.
Cheers
I've always gotten tamales from there. Now I gotta try the tacos.
I grew up in San Diego. It’s always fun to discover new places in town. Thanks for the video good job.
Love that he’s real about his reaction vs those food people who unauthentically lose their mind with the first bite they take!
Good stuff!
Thank you for letting me drool 🤤 over all your taco spots! I’ve had tacos from all those spots.
My pleasure, Michelle! 😃 Do you have a favorite spot??
Im a SD (chula vista) native and all of these spots are amazing!!! Anyone traveling to SD must try Mexican food from one of these places.
Garth my favorite part is wen the camera guy gets to try the food he's so polite wen he eats ...tell him it's ok to get messy .....lol he's jus so cute!
You know your tacos bro. Thanks for coming down south of the 8.
As a born and raised SD kid, this video is on point. #1 Cuatro Milpas... Rice & Beans & Tamales! #2 Tacos El Gordo... Mulas, any meat! They are a must have, but only if you want the real deal.
Respect 👊
I want every single taco. So good!
We will run it back south of the border next time #Tijuana here we come!! 🌮 🌮 🌮
I live in La Jolla but have to drive to Vista for the best tacos on the planet. You guys haven't lived until you've eaten at Vamos A Texcoco. It's nothing but lamb barbeque and it makes my mouth water just writing this comment.
Birrieria 664 down by Newton is amazing, aswell as TJ tacos in Escondido. Give them a go !
I dont like birria..the beef is too gamey for me. I also don't like menudo.
Escondido isn’t San Diego 😉
Great video and 100% spot on! Love how you love good food!
Now I'm hungry... A tongue taco would be perfect right about now!
Every. Single. One! We frequent all of them! Yummm! We even bring our own chairs to kikos! Love the video!
Haha, had to get creative during this pandemic 😆
Subscribed after this vid, keep it up bro!
Thank you Ricky, I appreciate it! 👊
Sabes español y lo usas a pesar de estar en Estados Unidos, super nice!
Gracias! 😃
Chula Vista is my hometown before I moved further north. The adobada tacos from Tacos el Gordo are just the BEST! Gonna get some this weekend. Great video.
Love to hear that, Ron! Where do you go now?
I live in SD and TJs Tacos in Escondido is legit 🔥 #1 tacos in my book... El Gordo is great too tho!
That food truck would be my stop!! Those fish tacos WOW and the ceviche!!! To DIE for!!
When you said “this late night drunk spot” I started laughing out loud and so hard!🤣
That was rad Gareth! Your expressions as well as your unsteady gait (after the Tacos el Gordo) were priceless. Hahaaha. Lookin' forward to going back to my home away from home.
Good to see you out and about vlogging.. Have a good one and Happy travels man.. Peace
Cheers William! It feels great to get back out to film (and eat)! I appreciate you following along!
Nice , usually I head to Tijuana on the weekends just for the tacos . I'll give these tacos in san Diego a try
Damn that Mulita looks so good.... yummy, saludos from National City/ San Diego
It was delicious, and aggressive! 😆 Cheers!
Going down there this weekend. I’m glad this video came up on me feed! Adobada FTW!
My family & I went to Mitch’s the same day you posted the original version of this :) the tacos were pretty decent, but the clam chowder was to die for! Please do a part 2!
The clam chowder is incredible!! There is definitely enough spots for a part 2! 🙏
This guy oviously doesnt know what the fuck he is saying. Best tacos in san diego are in encinitas, chula vista and also in national city.
@@mikebloomer1563 Names of places and location please.
I am born and raised in SD - All the spots you visited are LEGIT! You don't have to Tijuana thanks to Tacos El Gordo...
Hopefully when the whole of the U.S is a lot safer, will be glad to see if you could do a '5 must try Pizzas in New York'
Kind regards Gareth, and I really enjoyed watching this video and how you respectfully communicate with the locals especially communicating with them in their own language. I'm looking forward to the next video and stay safe my brother
Oh that's a great idea!! I will definitely do that when the world goes back to normal 🍕 🍕 🍕 Thank you for the kind words, and all the best my friend!
That was a great tour, next time I'm in San Diego I'm hitting those places. 👍👍
Havent heard of Mitchs, gonna try it. Tacos El Gordo to me is the best hands down, if you're in the area again check out a food truck on Main and Hilltop called Tio Pepes. They have a restaurant in TJ, tortas ahogada and carnitas.
Not only are these good respectful educational quality yummy 🤤 videos but just his personality makes me watch the next video and the next and next...
Never been to Mitch’s..but you’re dead on right about the rest. I would toss in TJ Oyster down in Chula Vista
I like the OG (small) shop better than the new restaurant. Something about it makes all taste better.
@@junkv57 You talking about the original on Bonita or the new little one over by the 805? I usually go to the restaurant just because the original is too small and packed. If you haven't tried them, the Shrimp Chipotle Fries are insane!
Can’t wait to try a few new places and tacos I haven’t enjoyed before, especially that octopus one! Thanx for the shares!💋
Thanks for watching Cynthia, and enjoy!! 😊 👌
9:48 “going right for the tongue....before I even bought her a drink” that was golden!
Subscribed solely off of that 😂😂😂
Haha, I wondered if anyone would catch that 😃 Thanks for the sub!
@@GarethLeonard awesome content brotha! Keep it up 👍🏽
That was funny I was actually watching video and reading comments lol 😆😁😀😃😄
Born & raised in San Diego & you literally went to the best spots! But I gotta say there is more places to try. Thanks for sharing an amazing video!
Great video! Love the fact that he did not anglicize the Spanish. I've been to Mitch's, however the octopus taco has eluded me. That's gonna be our dinner tonight! Gareth Leonard did his homework alright. Keep it up!
Cheers Alex, I appreciate it! Enjoy dinner! 😃
Man. You made me hungry. Going too try all these spots over the next few months. Can’t wait 💯
Great list! Totally recommend Lola 55 in downtown! So good!
Huh, I totally thought that place closed.
I use to live by the coast and ever since moving inland I just don't get around to the beach as much as I use to. Your intro was pretty and very reminiscent of that. Made me nostalgic. I appreciate you knowing what nopal is. The way that lady gave teased you over the mulita 😅. The crunch🤤. Love food travels. My bf looks at and like I'm weird when I laugh and giggle over the flavor of certain foods. Glad I'm not alone 😅🤣. Keep up the good job. You are very fortunate!
Best tacos in SD are in TJ hahaha
neta but if he goes down there he will come back without a car lmao
Yep!!
Y sin calzones ..!
It’s ja ja ja not ha ha ha
@@glamsheeTypical paranoid response. There are sections of TJ that are perfectly safe and clean with some of the best cuisine happening. Get away from Revolution Blvd. Go back and watch Bourdains episode in TJ. At Comicon Bourdain had huge praise for TJ.High end restaurants like Mission 19 in Zona Rio serving amazing Baja Med cuisine. To this day nothing beats TJ tacos just 20 min from downtown San Diego.
Bro you know the good tacos 🌮🙌🏼🙌🏼
I probably shouldn't have watched this while I was hungry, everything looks so good!
Even right after dinner when I'm not hungry, now I am re-hungry 😂
Haha, sorry about that 😀
I knew I had already watched that video before!😅 And now one more time because tacos🌮🌮😋
Haha, yeah I released it too early a few weeks ago. 🤦🏻
I know people love Oscar’s & he recommends Kiko’s but for me TJ Oyster Bar in Bonita has the most legit seafood tacos 🤤
As a SD native, I approved his list!! You put you 2 of the best taco shop on here already El Gordos and Los Cuatros Milpas…👏🏻
All great and all, just forgot to add limón to the tacos! 😋
You are in heaven!!! Tacos are the best food of the world!!