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La Fiesta Mexican Cuisine & Lounge

628 Fifth Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 232-4242
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Price:
$$
Cross Street:
Market Street
Hours:
Mon-Thu 10am-11pm, Fri-Sat 10am-2am, Sun 10am-11pm

Message from La Fiesta Mexican Cuisine & Lounge

La Fiesta Mexican Cuisine & Lounge

Truly authentic Mexican Cuisine in the heart of the Gaslamp.

  • The Perfect Margarita
  • Great for groups!
  • Reservations suggested

La Fiesta is located in the historic Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego and within walking distance of the major Downtown hotels. Mexico Cityborn Raul Delgadillo captures the fascinating culinary heritage of Mexico with influences from various surrounding regions. Chef Delgadillo has put together a vast selection of authentic regional dishes that have been passed along by word of mouth for generations. The traditional favorites are featured, as well as some contemporary surprises. La Fiesta offers Fresh seafood daily. The Seafood adds depth to satisfy a variety of tastes. La Fiesta adds a new flavor to the Gaslamp Quarter. Patio Dining is available, Full Bar, Valet and Street Parking, Banquets and Corporate Functions Welcomed. Reservations recommended.

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Editorial Review for La Fiesta Mexican Cuisine & Lounge – by Whitney Friedlander

In Short
Shined wood and marble floors at this expansive Mexican restaurant lead past a dark wooden bar to reveal plenty of seating for groups of all sizes. During the week, tourists and families gather to enjoy fajitas and beef tamales, plus more creative dishes like black bean pizza. Fridays and Saturdays, the place livens up as tables are pushed away for a crowd of clean-cut dancers to enjoy DJs spinning house music.

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Insider Tips

When to Go

Those looking to work off a hard night consider the Fiesta Brunch, (10am-2pm Sun), that features omlet verde, French toast and other items for about $10.

What to Drink

The 15-oz. house margarita is $7.50. Specialty drinks include the Green Iguana with Midori and El Jimador and the Rosarita margarita with Sauza Hornitos Cointreau. There's also a long martini list.

The Extras

Pedi-cabs abound on this corner. Hail one for a cheap ride to your car or hotel.

User Reviews for La Fiesta Mexican Cuisine & Lounge

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

12/08/2007 Posted by johnbbong

this place was so wrong i have to warn everyone to try another mexican place on gaslamp. for $20 entrees i was expecting some good food. but it was worse than taco bell i swear to god. i ordered paella and i think the seafood was rotted. it was defnitely so old the whole plate reaked and i couldn't even eat more than 3 bites because the seafood tasted so old and smelly. i was afriad i would get sick. my friend ordered tamales in mole sauce and those fools put chocolate syrup in the mole. this is definitely not authentic mexican food because we all know mole has a base from chocolate. but some idiot in the kitchen who is definitely not mexican put hersheys chocolate syrup in the sauce. you could taste it and now i know what fckn chocolate syrup tastes like on tamales. its fckn nasty dont ever try it and avoid this place at all costs. i paid for my unfinished meal in full and didnt return my food, but i made sure to let the waiter know the food was wrong. and the waiter wasnt surprised and seemed to agree with me. this place is sht, whoever is the chef really s*cks. this place needs gordon ramsay makeover because the cooks dont know food from caca or dont give a sht.

Pros: friendly waitstaff nice gaslamp district atmosphere

Cons: the food is grade F. total rip off on the prices for serving you sht.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/11/2007 Posted by danny_7_carol

well, i do not know how that people can say it is now good. it is wonderful. i really tought it was really good. from the salsa, to the appetizer. i do not know who make more authentic food, my mom or la fiesta. it was just the best decision to pick. if you are planning to go, don't doubt it. the nachos, the margarita, everything. i honestly, recommend it. price, not expensive, hey! don't forget, you are in the middle of downtown, do not expect taco shop prices of $1.71 per taco, you know that is more pricey. anyways, just go, and do not drive to get there because in Gaslamp, you can't get there easily.

Pros: everything. margaritas, appetizers, service

Cons: mentioned before, DO NOT DRIVE IN GASLAMP

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Editor's Review

Family-friendly Mexican restaurant known for classic fare and drinks turns up the heat on weekends.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

When to Go

Those looking to work off a hard night consider the Fiesta Brunch, (10am-2pm Sun), that features omlet verde, French toast and other items for about $10.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Pay Garage
  • Street
  • Valet

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 10am-11pm
  • Fri-Sat 10am-2am
  • Sun 10am-11pm

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Discover

Cuisines

  • Mexican

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Cheap Eats
  • Happy Hour
  • Carry Out
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Group Dining
  • Open 7 Days
  • Local Favorites

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