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A City Heights Original
Counter service on Home Avenue since day one — tacos, burritos, mariscos, and breakfast made with care and no shortcuts.
Mariscos & Seafood
Most taco shops stop at carne asada. We also do shrimp cocktails, ceviche, fish dishes, and seafood burritos rooted in coastal Mexican tradition.
The Menu
Find Us in City Heights
We're on Home Avenue — counter service, no frills, always packed with regulars who already know what they want.
Real Food, Real Neighborhood
El Charrito is a City Heights staple — a no-frills counter on Home Avenue where honest Mexican cooking keeps the neighborhood coming back.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Mole, Menudo, Breakfast Burrito, Tostadas, Machaca, Nachos, Birria Tacos, Carne Asada, Barbacoa, Birria Ramen, Burritos, Pollo Asado, Tortas, Fish Taco, Salmon, Tacos, Carnitas, Seafood, Guacamole, Bean Tostada, Enchiladas, Birria, Chilaquiles, Fish Tacos, Quesadilla, Shrimp, Chimichanga, Fish, and Carne Asada Tacos
Where are you located?
We are located in San Diego, CA at 4115 Home Ave Ste A
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: South Park, National City, University Heights, Lemon Grove, Greater Golden Hill, Lincoln Acres, La Mesa, Coronado, La Presa, Barrio Logan, Old Town San Diego, Bonita, Mid-City:City Heights, Balboa Park, Mid-City:Normal Heights, Lynwood Hills, Overlook, North Park, Southeastern San Diego, and Mid-City:Kensington-Talmadge.
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