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Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila, San Diego, CA

Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila

4.5
4.5
316 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for outdoor dining
ABOUT FREDS OLD TOWN | Since 2001, Casa de Freds in Old Town has been bringing the fiesta to San Diego. Freds is the place for amigos - both new and old - to have a great time while enjoying quality food, fresh margaritas and a festive atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious, Baja-infused selections that are made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. The vibrant decor and great music provide a unique dining experience right in the heart of historic Old Town. The restaurant offers plenty of versatility for groups of many sizes. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Freds newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. Thanks Amigo!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tex-Mex, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue, Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 858-8226
  • Website
    http://www.fredsoldtown.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tony Moreno
  • Private party facilities
    Fred's Mexican Cafe offers plenty of versatility for parties of all sizes. Both our outdoor patio and indoor seating area are great options and can fit a large number of guests comfortably. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so you can bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Fred’s newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. If you are interested in hosting your next event at Fred's Old Town and would like more information, please email Allison at: allisonp@mooserestaurantgroup.com.
  • Location
    2470 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
  • Area
    Old Town
  • Cross Street
    Conde Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Appetizers

  • Guacamole and ChipsUSD 10.95

    Made Daily with Ripe Avocados, Onions, Tomatoes, Serrano Peppers, and Spices. Topped with Queso Fresco

    • Spicy Black Bean DipUSD 8.45

      Black Beans, Roasted Corn, Onions, Garlic, Jalapeño, Tomato, Cilantro, and Cotija

      • Queso DipUSD 11.45

        Pepper Jack Cheese, Jalapeños, Tomatoes, Onions, and Cilantro

        • Rolled TacosUSD 11.95

          Chicken Rolled Tacos topped with Melted Cheese, Pico, Avocado Cilantro Crema, and Sour Cream

          • NachosUSD 12.95

            Corn Tortilla Chips, Refried Beans, Melted Cheese, Jalapeños, Pico, Avocado Cilantro Crema, and Sour Cream

            • Quesadilla GrandeUSD 12.95

              Monterey Jack Cheese in a Flour Tortilla, topped with Sour Cream and Onions. Served with a side of Spicy Black Bean Dip

              • Chicken ChingaderasUSD 14.95

                Chicken, Beans, Rice, and Cheese stuffed into Panko Flour Tortilla pinwheels and topped with Sour Cream, Pico, and Radish. Served with a side of Tomatillo Crema

                • Carne Asada FriesUSD 16.95

                  Crispy fries and melted Pepper Jack Cheese, Carne Asada, Avocado Cilantro Crema, Sour Cream, and Pico

                  Famous Fajitas

                  All fajitas come with our homemade flour tortillas

                  • Chicken BreastUSD 20.95

                    Onions, Bell Peppers, and Zucchini Squash served with your choice of Grilled Chicken or Marinated Skirt Steak on a Sizzling Skillet. Served with a side of Rice, Black Beans, Sour Cream, Pico, and Flour Tortillas

                    • Carne AsadaUSD 21.45

                      Onions, Bell Peppers, and Zucchini Squash served with your choice of Grilled Chicken or Marinated Skirt Steak on a Sizzling Skillet. Served with a side of Rice, Black Beans, Sour Cream, Pico, and Flour Tortillas

                      Enchiladas

                      Price Differs on Protein Chosen

                      • CheeseUSD 14.45

                        Oaxaca cheese in two corn tortillas topped with both ranchero and suiza sauces, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, Cotija cheese and cilantro. Served with a side of rice and beans

                        • Grilled ChickenUSD 16.45

                          • Carne AsadaUSD 18.45

                            • ShrimpUSD 18.45

                              • Surf & TurfUSD 18.95

                                Salads and Soup

                                • Chicken Tostada SaladUSD 15.95

                                  grilled chicken, romaine and mixed greens tossed with fresh tomatoes, hominy, fire roasted corn and cilantro vinaigrette over a crunchy corn tostada and spicy black bean dip

                                  • Chicken Caesar SaladUSD 14.95

                                    crisp romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, tossed in Caesar dressing & garlic croutons

                                    • Pozole - Traditional Mexican StewUSD 10.45

                                      Mexican pork and hominy stew with guajillo broth. Served with cabbage, radishes, cilantro, lime and avocado

                                      • Soup and Salad ComboUSD 16.45

                                        your choice of half-salad and a cup of soup

                                        Breakfast

                                        Served All Day

                                        • Breakfast BurritoUSD 13.45

                                          eggs, cheese, fries, pico de gallo, refried beans, avocado cilantro cream

                                          • Guajillo ChilaquilesUSD 13.45

                                            tortilla chips & scrambled eggs, topped with guajillo salsa, cilantro, and Cotija cheese. Served with a side of refried beans

                                            Burritos

                                            Make any Burrito a Bowl

                                            • Fred's One Pound BurritoUSD 17.95

                                              choose from: chicken breast, carne asada. Fred's burritos weigh over a pound! They start off with Oaxaca cheese, Mexican rice, black beans, cabbage, tomatillo crema, pico de gallo and your choice of protein. They are then topped with both Rachero and Suiza Sauces, Cotija cheese and cilantro

                                              • Bean, Cheese, Guac & RiceUSD 13.95

                                                black beans, Oaxaca cheese, housemade guacamole and Mexican rice topped with ranchero and suiza sauce

                                                • Classic CaliforniaUSD 17.95

                                                  carne asada with house fries, Oaxaca cheese, pico de gallo and housemade guacamole

                                                  Taco Plates

                                                  $16.45. Served with Mexican Rice and Black Beans

                                                  • Fred's Gringo Taco

                                                    It's HERE FOLKS. Traditional Mexican Picadillo Mix (Seasoned Ground Beef, Carrots, and Potato) in a Crispy Corn Tortilla Shell

                                                    • Chicken

                                                      Charbroiled Chicken Breast with Avocado Cilantro Crema on a Flour Tortilla

                                                      • Baja Fish

                                                        Alaskan Cod Battered with Calidad Lager and a Tomatillo Crema drizzle on a Corn Tortilla

                                                        • Carne Asada

                                                          +$1 each. Grilled Skirt Steak with Pasilla Crema on a Flour Tortilla

                                                          • Crispy Chicken

                                                            Panko Breaded Chicken Breast with Pasilla Crema on a Flour Tortilla

                                                            • Carnitas Taco

                                                              Roasted Pork Shoulder with Ancho Guajillo Salsa drizzle on a Corn Tortilla

                                                              • Mahi Mahi

                                                                Seared Mahi Mahi Fillets with a Citrus Aioli on a Corn Tortilla

                                                                • Shrimp

                                                                  +$1 each. Garlic Marinated Shrimp with a Tomatillo Crema on a Corn Tortilla

                                                                  • Cheeseburger Taco

                                                                    Ground Beef, Fries, Tomato, Onions with Ranch on a Flour Tortilla

                                                                    • Spicy Pork Adobada

                                                                      Pineapple Marinated Pork Served with Verde Salsa on a Corn Tortilla

                                                                      Chef Specialites

                                                                      • Chicken MoleUSD 18.45

                                                                        grilled chicken breast with a super secret mole sauce made from peppers, chocolate and spices. served with rice, black beans, and flour tortillas

                                                                        • Chile VerdeUSD 18.45

                                                                          slow roasted carnitas stewed with roasted tomatillos, peppers and onion. served with rice, black beans and corn tortillas

                                                                          • Shrimp DiabloUSD 21.95

                                                                            white shrimp sautéed with a cream guajillo sauce, squash, corn and hominy served with a side of rice, black beans and flour tortillas

                                                                            • Carne Asada PlateUSD 21.45

                                                                              marinated steak grilled to order with guacamole and sour cream served with rice, black beans and corn tortillas

                                                                              • Ginormous MolcajeteUSD 43.96

                                                                                carne asada, chicken breast, mahi mahi and bacon wrapped shrimp loaded into a pipping hot Molecajete with cream salsa verde, guajillo, quest fresca, jack cheese, cilantro and a large cheese crisp. Fried jalapeno and spring onion to boot! Served with homemade flour tortillas, rice and refried beans

                                                                                Fred's Burger

                                                                                • BurgerUSD 15.95

                                                                                  your choice of 6 oz handmade all-beef patty or grilled chicken breast topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and cheddar cheese on a brioche bun. Served with a side of seasoned fries

                                                                                  Desserts

                                                                                  • Flan & BunuelosUSD 7.45

                                                                                    • Churro Donut TowerUSD 8.45

                                                                                      Last updated: 12 September 2022

                                                                                      What 316 people are saying

                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                      4.5
                                                                                      4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                      • 4.3Food
                                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                                      • 4.2Ambience
                                                                                      • 4.3Value

                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                      Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and great customer service." Guests praise the "awesome food, experience, and service," highlighting the standout tacos and margaritas. The lively atmosphere, attentive staff, and "super tender" carne asada make it a top choice for gatherings and family meals.

                                                                                      316 Reviews

                                                                                      1. Cheryl

                                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        We chose Fred’s for our dog, Ziggy. The staff were more than accommodating - they are dog lovers and people persons, making us all feel at home. Great food, pure pleasure!
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded 4 days ago
                                                                                        Of course Ziggy is more than welcome and I bet, knowing our staff, the pupper was the star of the show! We are beyond thrilled you had such an amazing time with us Cheryl and hopefully Ziggy was spoiled and ordered something off of our doggy menu! Thank you so much for your rating and review; we'll see you next time you're in Old Town :)

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                                                                                      2. Richard

                                                                                        Orlando

                                                                                        23 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        23 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Fred’s is the best of truly wonderful Mexican food to be found in Old Town. Dee our waiter was awesome and made great drink and food recommendations!
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 21 November 2024
                                                                                        Richard we are so grateful for you taking the time to not only leave us such a lovely review, but also recognizing Dee and his excellent service! Wonderful food is worthy of a review but awesome service is what makes an outing truly memorable so we are super appreciative! The food and Dee aren't going anywhere so we know we'll see you soon! :)

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                                                                                      3. Andra

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Taco Tuesday didn’t disappoint. Added in the street corn which is delicious. Love the outdoor firewall and how dog friendly this place is.
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 21 November 2024
                                                                                        Gracias Andra! Taco Tuesday is a staple in San Diego and we're honored you chose our restaurant to celebrate! Street Corn - YUM! Firewall during this chilly time of year - YES PLEASE! Dogs - OBVIOUSLY :) Thank you so much for your review and we hope to see you soon for another fiesta!

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                                                                                      4. Phylicia

                                                                                        Central Coast

                                                                                        24 reviews

                                                                                        vip
                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        24 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 28 September 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        Took the granddaughters to lunch prior to the play at the Cygnet - nice walk to restaurant and the staff were attentive and the food excellent. Such a lively fun place to have lunch prior to Rocky Horror!!
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 October 2024
                                                                                        Phylicia we are more than thrilled that you and your granddaughters had such a wonderful time with us! Delicious food, superb service, and a fun atmosphere sound like a great way to start a fun afternoon before Rocky Horror :) "Let's do the Time Warp again!" and come back next time you're in Old Town!

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                                                                                      5. EnjoyDining

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 2 September 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Sat outside enjoying the company and food. Attentive service.
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 6 September 2024
                                                                                        Thank you so much for your review amigo! We appreciate you and your 5 stars! :)

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                                                                                      6. cecilia

                                                                                        Las Vegas

                                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                                        vip
                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 24 August 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                        Server was awesome and very friendly. Food was good as well
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 26 August 2024
                                                                                        Gracias, Cecilia! We're thrilled you had a wonderful time with us and the service was wonderful! Oh...and the food too ;)

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                                                                                      7. Anesha

                                                                                        Orange County

                                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                                        vip
                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 13 August 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Alejandro was excellent, he took really good care of us! Food was amazing as well as our margaritas. We can’t wait to come back!
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 17 August 2024
                                                                                        Arose thank you so much for such a lovely review! We're so happy that Alejandro took amazing care of you and your party and made some delicious margaritas as well! He's not going anywhere so we hope to see you soon! We appreciate you friend :)

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                                                                                      8. Peter

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        2.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 31 July 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 1
                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                        Can’t complain about the savoury food, but the Churros were dripping with oil. Our waitress was the friendliest person before she got her tip then completely ignored us and we had to ask 3 times for our complimentary churros (which weren’t worth the wait). Better to be genuine when serving customers.
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 August 2024
                                                                                        Peter thank you so much for taking the time for leaving a review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your meal with us but we apologize about the churros! We will definitely bring this to our kitchen's attention! We will look into your experience and service...would you mind reaching out to us with specifics including the time and date that you dined with us so we can address the appropriate staff? Look forward hearing from you Peter.

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                                                                                      9. Dave

                                                                                        Charleston

                                                                                        27 reviews

                                                                                        vip
                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        27 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 27 July 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        Great spot to meet friends, and kid friendly. Wish they had a quesadilla option, but the tacos are large.
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 August 2024
                                                                                        Hey there Dave! We're thrilled you had a great time with us! Yes the tacos are delicious but our quesadillas are hidden under the appetizers - we promise we have them next time you join us! See you next time amigo!

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                                                                                      10. JillSD

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 23 July 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Brandon did a great job. I appreciate that Ray was involved in our group and came and introduced himself. The hostess was very professional also. The food was great and the drinks awesome. My group really enjoyed the visit.
                                                                                        Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaResponded on 1 August 2024
                                                                                        Thank you so much Jill for the 5 stars! From the host to the server and even the manager taking care of your party, it sounds like you had a wonderful time! We're so happy that everything was awesome and delicious and we hope to see you next time you're in Old Town to fiesta :)

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                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                      Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 858-8226.

                                                                                      Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila is rated 4.5 stars by 316 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                      11:30 pm
                                                                                      Booked 5 times today

                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                      Google Map for Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila

                                                                                      2470 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110

                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                        Conde Street
                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                        Old Town
                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                        Mon, Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue, Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                        Mexican, Tex-Mex, Mexican / Southwestern
                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                        Casual Dress
                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                        Street Parking
                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                        Tony Moreno
                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                        http://www.fredsoldtown.com/
                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                        (619) 858-8226
                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                        Fred's Mexican Cafe offers plenty of versatility for parties of all sizes. Both our outdoor patio and indoor seating area are great options and can fit a large number of guests comfortably. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so you can bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Fred’s newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. If you are interested in hosting your next event at Fred's Old Town and would like more information, please email Allison at: allisonp@mooserestaurantgroup.com.
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