What started as a family-owned taco shop right here in The Village of La Jolla has exploded into a Southern California culinary phenomenon. Puesto La Jolla is where traditional Mexico City street food meets elevated, locally sourced ingredients.

The space on Wall Street is vibrant, colorful and famously energetic. It features an open kitchen and a lively patio that is perfect for people-watching. Puesto is renowned for its handmade, non-GMO blue corn tortillas and its signature costra method, where the cheese is crisped directly on the plancha before hugging the meat.

If you are looking for a quiet, intimate dinner, this is not it. Puesto is loud, fun and absolutely perfect for a celebratory group dinner or a spirited weekend lunch.

The menu highlights:

• Filet mignon taco: Puesto’s crown jewel. It features crispy melted cheese, avocado and spicy pistachio serrano salsa.
• Chicken al pastor taco: A fan favorite featuring crispy melted cheese, hibiscus and chipotle tinga, avocado, and piña habanero pico.
• The Puesto Perfect margarita: Made with freshly squeezed lime juice and a dash of agave, this cocktail is a consistent contender for the best margarita in San Diego.

Who it’s for:
Groups of friends, casual date nights and anyone looking for the best tacos in La Jolla served in a stylish, sit-down atmosphere.

Good to know:

• Happy Hour: Puesto offers a fantastic La Jolla happy hour on weekdays from 3 to 5 pm with excellent deals on tacos and drinks.
• Reservations: Walk-ins are welcome, but wait times can stretch over an hour on weekends and Taco Tuesdays. Reservations are highly recommended.
• Location: Puesto sits on Wall Street, making it an ideal lunch stop while exploring the nearby luxury boutiques and shops.
• Parking: Street parking on Wall Street and Girard Avenue is metered and highly competitive. Save time by checking our ultimate La Jolla parking guide for the closest public garages.