Do you want to eat GREAT Food? Have a Great Time? This Miguel's in Old Town is the one to head too. When you arrive the manager Julio personally greeted us. you don't get that often! Then you have the tough decision, do you sit out on a beautiful covered patio or inside, which we choose - the bar area whereas the atmosphere is full of life along with the great smell of authentic Mexican food . Our bartender that day was Peter who doesn't forget or miss a step, he's professional and awesome. Friends of our usually hang out at the Miguel's in Point Loma (that one is another great location) but they decided to try the Old Town Location with us, and like us, they LOVED IT. My husband and I were in the mood for seafood, but nothing really stuck out to us and after mentioned it to Peter he immediately suggested the octopus and shrimp appetizer and was he EVER Right, 1000% delicious. When our friends walked in they asked what we were eating and they also ordered the dish as well. They are octopus connoisseur they also couldn't believe how delectable it was. Our hats off to the Chef! The service at this Miguel's is "Top-Notch!" Try out this Miguel's you won't be disappointed. PS: P L E A S E Management make this dish a staple on your menu

Yummy food and excellent service. Their chips salsa and queso are amazing! Great atmosphere as well.

A great lunch for four today. We arrived before noon on Friday and there were many spots available in the parking lot behind the restaurant. They have a lovely patio in front with views of the street and a fireplace. Lots of May grey today so the fire was nice. We were seated promptly, and chips, salsa, and their delicious queso were dropped off at the table, along with ice water. We were also offered refills on chips and queso. I ordered a delicious blackberry margarita, the tres amigos taco plate, and we received a mud pie slice to share for the birthday person. My taco plate was very good, and substitution of all rice-no beans was correct. Our server was working hard to cover all her tables, maybe too many tables? Pricing is still reasonable, a bonus these days.

I want to just do our tour of San Diego's many amazing Mexican restaurants. My visit to this one was phenomenal. I very much enjoyed the free queso that they brought out. That said, I thought the salsas were even better. We tried several on this visit and we're blown away by all of them. I've enjoyed making my own salsas over the pastyear or so, and the things that I have made simply do not compare to what this place has to offer.

Migiels Cocina is located in the Historic Old Town San Diego. Been here once before after visiting relatives in the area. The atmosphere is nice with Spanish music playing, the waitresses are attentive. We started with the Shrimp and scallops Ceviche and some house Guacamole which I might add was very good. My main course was Beef Enchiladas Rancheras with Rice and Beans, delicious. My family enjoyed their meal as well.

When you share a border with Mexico... You better bring your A game in the Kitchen. Well Miguel... Your Cocina (kitchen in español) definitely brought their A GAME! ------------------------ The first week of April 2024, my wife & I went down to San Diego with our 3 kids to enjoy their Spring Break from school. Our plan for the trip was all about going to SeaWorld, hitting the pool and of course..... FOOOOOD!!!! And when in San Diego, you know we are gonna get our Mexican On! We took a short drive from our hotel and decided to see what Old Town S.D. had to offer. After perusing Yelp, Miguel's Cocina looked promising and so off we went! And if you have read ANY of my other reviews on ANY Mexican restaurant I've been to... YOU KNOW damn well... I AM ALL ABOUT THE CHIPS AND SALSA!!!!!! You mess that part up, it's game over! Well, 2 minutes after being seated.... All my dreams came true!! (Plus a bonus) The bonus you ask: A side of Queso!!! Ummmmm....game changer?? !!!HELL YESSS!!! New Rule: Queso is a musto from now on-o. (Spanglish) lol From there... 2 margaritas for my wife, 1 Mexican beer with a lime for me and we were living our best life! And it only got better from there. We didn't plan this but.... Not on was it April 2nd (a Tuesday) but it was now Officially a TACO TUESDAY!!! And what's better than a Taco Tuesday you ask??? A Taco Tuesday during Happy Hour!!!!!!! See! I told you it only got better from there. Needless to say, we didn't hold back! Fresh Guac! Taquitos! Carne Asada! Carne Adobada! A huge bowl Albondigas Soup! And chicken strips with beans & rice for the kids! True story: Halfway through the meal, I looked at my wife, she looked at me and I said, "I'm stuffed!!" Lol. I guess my EYES, were bigger than my stomach. Check my pics below, & you can see our mini feast. Our server was very sweet, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed (sorry I didn't catch her name). But kudos to her and the cooks in Cocina! So.... Next time you are in San Diego, it's a Tuesday, and it's happy hour.... Promise me that you are coming to Miguel's Cocina in Old Town!!

After walking through Old Town, my girlfriend and I came across Miguel's Cocina for lunch. Initially, it was pretty empty inside the restaurant as well as outside but nonetheless we still walked in. Our waitress was very kind and attentive from start to finish. Our waitress served us complimentary chips and salsa to start off with. Both my girlfriend and I said the tortilla chips were okay and both the salsa and queso was watered down and bland. However, our main entrees made up for it. I ordered Miguel's trio burritos. One with carne asada, one with shrimp, one with just shredded chicken along with beans and rice. The carne asada was okay, it was tender and not over cooked. Both the shrimp and chicken burritos were good and the beans tasted fresh with the cheese. I would say the rice was okay too, don't really know how to describe rice but it was okay. I would order this meal again. My girlfriend had the carne asada burrito entree and she enjoyed it. The carne asada was tender and it was flavorful. Overall, solid 4 stars for this restaurant.

Peter gave the BEST service today. It was our first time at this location and it is now our favorite. He gave great recommendations for food and drink! Everything was delicious! We ordered from the specialty and HH menus. Not pictured was the Maui Maui Taco plate with rice/beans and the flautas. Cooked to perfection. The cheese sauce with chips to start is off with were so good! I have to remember to save room for dessert next time. We really liked that it was inside and outside as the patio was very inviting! We opted to sit inside as it was chilly today. Music inside was a decent volume. I hope to go back soon!