Rubio's Coastal Grill

Longtime Rubio's fan from days when you could count on a super tasty value meal. I've been disappointed the last couple of years and given them a pass because of the pandemic. But no more. Prices are crazy high and the food just isn't any good anymore. The Coastal Trio was cold and the fish(?) Either soggy or chewy - ugh! I'd be willing to pay the higher price, but the quality and flavor just aren't there. Sad... Update 6/30: Sorry to say, sad to report but no real improvement. After being comp'd a meal for 2star review, I tried shrimp trio taco and ate on the patio. Taste and texture better, but third taco fell completely fell apart. I may give a burrito another shot sometime, but for my money I'm looking for Chipotle to re-open and new Mendocino Farms. Encinitas is a tough fast food market. Have seen many come and go...May be time gor Rubio's to bid farewell.

The advertisement/coupons are great and all and the food looks fantastic. When actually getting a bowl here the proportions are quite small and yet still fairly expensive. The taste is meh at best, why did you guys lower the proportion sizes from earlier this year. My dinner is now more or less a snack. I’m 6 3” 200 pounds, most places that sell dinner for 12-15$ everything is made in proportions to at bare minimum satisfy someone of my size. I’m always hungry after eating here.

Shout out to Rubios! For a birthday party we ordered 15 burritos (30 halves) and a quesadilla platter for the kids. All was delivered on time right to Moonlight beach. We got a lot of compliments. Delivery drivers were very friendly. They included lots of salsas, a big box of silverware, and the sides are more than they look like in the pictures. It was plently of food. 100% recommend. Vegetarian options: Veggie burritos were great and so were the quesadillas. Lots of great vegetarian sides included with catering too. Kid-friendliness: Catering cheese quesadillas were perfect for a birthday