Southwestern

Order the best Southwestern near Encinitas, CA

Best Southwestern Restaurants Nearby in Encinitas

Nathan's Famous

Nathan's Famous

4.2
(50+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 5.1 mi • 37 min
Hot Dog
Nathan's Famous All Beef Hot Dog.
$4.99
New York Cheesecake
With Strawberry Topping on the side
$3.99
Chicken Tenders Combo
Crispy white meat fried chicken tenders with choice of dipping sauce. Served with crinkle cut fries.
$14.6
Sauerkraut Dog
All Beef Hot Dog topped with sauerkraut.
$5.49
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.3
(4k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Food was neatly made and packed. My order was a little complicated, but the staff followed directions fantastically! Very happy customer here! "
"I ordered the Meximelt® and a Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito. The burrito was half the price and more than twice the size. The meximelt tasted just like it always has but to charge $4 for it while charging $2 for a full size burrito is criminal. It feels like we are being taken advantage of for loving this item"
Crunchwrap Supreme®
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, a crispy tostada shell, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and reduced-fat sour cream folded into our signature Crunchwrap form and grilled to go (530 cal.)
$6.75
Bean Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with refried beans, Red Sauce, diced onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Item is lacto-ovo, allowing for dairy & egg consumption. Preparation methods may lead to cross contact with meat. See ta.co for full details. (360 cal.)
$2.77
Beefy 5-Layer Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, refried beans, reduced-fat sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese with a layer of warm Nacho Cheese sauce wrapped around it. (490 cal.)
$5.14
Chicken Quesadilla
A large flour tortilla filled with a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses, grilled, marinated all-white-meat chicken, Creamy Jalapeño sauce, and grilled to perfection. (490 cal.)
$6.95
Le Papagayo

Le Papagayo

4.5
(40+)
• Mexican • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
$5 off on $20+
"Best burger in town. It's a safe bet for lunch or dinner."
"The salad is very tasty; however it came in a package that was not closed even partially, so my salad was completed exposed to the Doordash driver. The bag it was in was also not closed. I've never received something so unsanitary in it's delivery. "
Butternut Squash Ravioli*
Goat cheese, hazelnut brown butter, pesto
$24.3
Three Taco Plate
Served on flour tortillas topped with house cabbage mix, chipotle crema, Pico de Gallo
$30.4
Roasted Hawaiian Kalua Pork
Slow-roasted duroc pork, coconut rice, fried plantains, maui pineapple
$31.4
Churro Cronuts
Made from scratch in house
$11.71
Wild Burger

Wild Burger

Drone Delivery • Drone
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Bacon Smashed Hatch Chile Burger
Hand-smashed double patty topped with American cheese, bacon, hatch chile peppers, grilled onions, pickled peppers and hatch chile aioli, served on a Challah bun.
$10.31
Double Burger
Double patty hand-smashed burger built just the way you want it.
$12.44
All-American Cheeseburger
Hand-smashed double patty topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, mustard, mayo, salt & pepper, served on a Challah bun.
$13.16
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Hand-breaded chicken breast sandwich built just the way you want it.
$11.12
Lotus Café and Juice Bar

Lotus Café and Juice Bar

4.9
(500+)
• American • Salads
$0 delivery fee
Top Rated
"Th the curry vegetables were very good but usually there's rice with it and this time there wasn't although they seem like they were more potatoes, so it was OK with me actually, but it was almost all vegetable"
"SUCH a rip off!!!! $13 for the smallest salad EVER! And there's not even ANY protein on it! So ridiculous. The croutons were so stale and old. Don't waste your money here. On top of the most expensive side salad I've ever seen, I waited 10 minutes to pick up my to go order at the pick up counter (my order was ready for pick up). No one asked if I needed help or anything- I had to interrupt the cashier (who acted like I was invisible) that I was here to pick up my to-go order, that was clearly sitting on the counter right in front of him. Worst experience ever. I will never come back here, and I certainly will never order from here ever again. Don't waste your money."
Lotus Bowl
Black beans, spinach, organic brown rice sauteed with broccoli & carrot, red cabbage, sesame seeds, tahini-ginger sauce*, and blackened veggie mock chicken V GFO Omit tahini-ginger sauce.
$17.55
Go Green
Kale, spinach, peach, banana, orange juice.
$9.48
Daily Greens
Fresh steamed veggies in an Indian curry sauce served over organic brown rice with an organic whole wheat chapati*. V GFO Sub tortillas ADD sauteed organic tofu* or tempeh* V 3.95 GFO Steam or sauté in olive oil only.
$9.83
Indian Curry Bowl
Organic acai blended with organic apple juice, organic almond or soy or oat milk, blueberries, and banana; topped with fresh fruit, coconut, organic granola and honey. Honey-Vegan, Gluten Free, Omit Granola Vegan Option Omit Honey.
$16.98
The Red Chickz

The Red Chickz

4.7
(800+)
• Halal • American
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
$5 off on $20+
"Chicken Tenders were super crunchy and really big. I ordered inferno which turned out to be quite hot. overall would order again."
"Oh man inferno might have been too hot ! And I love hot! 3 huge fresh tenders would definitely order again not too hot next time!"
The Original Sandwich
Jumbo tender topped with coleslaw, pickle and comeback sauce on a bun. served with your choice of potato wedges or coleslaw and a comeback sauce.
$16.11
3 Tenders w/ Side
Your 3 favorite tenders are here, served with tangy pickles, buttery Texas toast, and your choice of side.
$18.32
Honey Butter Sandwich
Crunchy chicken tender topped with homemade honey butter on a potato roll. served with your choice of potato wedges or coleslaw.
$16.27
Loaded Buffalo Mac N Cheese
The ultimate comfort food mashup. Crispy wedges are loaded with creamy mac n cheese, chopped chicken tenders, and a double dose of flavor from buffalo sauce and our signature comeback sauce.
$19.02
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill

Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill

4.6
(1k+)
• Breakfast and Lunch
$0 delivery fee
"This is my go-to restaurant for prime rib. The chili and salad are great, as well. Heck, so are the ribs. Seems you can't go wrong here. "
"Mr. Peabody's has the best MAC N' CHEESE. It doesn't matter what entree I order, I always want their MAC N' CHEESE with it. Tonight I ordered the RIBEYE STEAK. Very tender & full of flavor even without the au juis. Everything was packaged very carefully. Much appreciated!"
ONION SOUP
croutons, swiss, green onion
$6.6
GARDEN SALAD
romaine, avocado, tomato, red onion, croutons, tossed in choice of house dressing
$8.89
PRIME DIP SANDWICH
thinly sliced prime rib, pepper jack cheese, and ortega chile served on an artisan french roll with au jus and fries or bleu ceasar salad
$22.55
CHILI
homemade all-beef chili with cheddar-jack cheese and green onions
$7.52
The Roxy Encinitas

The Roxy Encinitas

4.5
(90+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"I love the Roxy for the amazing food and drinks. A must try in North County."
"Not edible. I took one bite and threw the rest away. Very disappointed. This was the first, and probably the last, thing I have ever ordered from the Roxy Encinitas. "
Turkey Club
House roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, sprouts, onion, tomato, garlic aioli, artisan sourdough. Add cheese for an additional charge.
$19.27
Falafel Burger
Melted mozzarella & cheddar, onion, avocado, tomato sprouts, tahini dressing, 7-grain bun.
$19.18
The Roxy Burger
8 oz prime brandt beef, white cheddar, dill pickle, onion, bacon, aioli, lettuce, onion, tomato, sesame brioche bun. Add bacon for an additional charge.
$22.46
Brandt Beef Smoked Tri Tip Sandwich
house smoked tri-tip, crispy shallots, swiss cheese, sweet baby J’s BBQ sauce, ciabatta roll
$19.79
The Fish Shop

The Fish Shop

4.6
(100+)
• American • Poke
$0 delivery fee
Salmon Plate
Salmon Plate w/Your choice of fish served with two sides
$32.92
Mahi Mahi Taco
Mahi Mahi Taco w/Shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, mixed cheeses and house cilantro white sauce on your choice of flour or corn tortilla
$9.24
TKO Taco
Mahi Mahi grilled and marinated with Fish Shop Seasoning, topped with shredded cabbage, mixed cheese, house cilantro white sauce, and tropical salsa on your choice of flour or corn tortilla
$9.99
Ahi Poke Bowl
Fresh Raw Ahi marinated in soy sauce, ginger, crushed red pepper, and sesame oil, topped with Sriracha aioli and avocado lime drizzle, served over jasmine rice and seaweed salad with cucumbers and wontons
$26.65
High Marea

High Marea

4.8
(40+)
• Mexican • Seafood Restaurant
$0 delivery fee
Santa Cruz Bowl
Macha beans, cilantro lime rice, seasonal roasted vegetables, shredded cabbage, pickled onions, tortilla crumbles, coconut serrano crema & fire roasted salsa. A limited collaboration with Santa Cruz Medicinals.
$25.07
Magic Bean Mini Burritos
Three mini house made flour tortillas with our signature pork infused beans with baby jack cheese
$11.99
Smashburger
Bacon jam, cheddar cheese, chipotle aioli, toasted brioche bun and choice of one side
$17.13
Smoked Arrachera Steak Tacos
Jack Cheese, cabbage, lime pickled onion, cotija, micro cilantro, chipotle aioli & fire roasted salsa
$24.14
Slo Roast

Slo Roast

4.3
(1k+)
• Chicken • BBQ
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Can't wait to enjoy this Prime Rib Entree* - cooked perfectly. The sides are always great. Love the cheddar mashed potatoes. (Leftovers are great for omelette stuffing.) Enjoying the side house salad now. "
"I paid more and got less. Rib eye was over cooked and hard to cut with a steak knife. Asparagus portion was slim to none and poor quality."
Classic Rib-Eye*
A juicy, well-marbled, 3/4-pound rib-eye steak accompanied by your choice of two classic sides.
$30.31
Herb-Roasted Chicken
2 plump, juicy chicken breasts perfectly seasoned and roasted with Big Poppa Smokers’ Desert Gold Rub. Accompanied by your choice of two classic sides and one delicious dipping sauce.
$15.34
Half Rack Of Baby Back Ribs
Half rack of slow-roasted overnight baby back pork ribs smothered in BJ's peppered BBQ sauce. Served with crispy onion rings. Select two of our classic sides to complement your entrée.
$21.73
Tri-Tip And Ribs*
6 oz. of mouthwatering, sliced tri-tip and a half rack of tender baby back ribs covered in savory peppered BBQ sauce. Served with your choice of classic sides.
$26.22
Lobster West

Lobster West

4.6
(500+)
• Seafood • Soup
$0 delivery fee
"Although very tasty and this was definitely a treat for us, we were extremely disappointed with the Small portioned "rolls". The size of two Hawaiian rolls, for the price is going to be questionable next time we decide to order from here. Are the rolls significantly bigger at the restauran? "
"Don't bother. The food is good but the portions are criminally small for the price. This is the $28 upgraded "boss" roll (beer bottle for size). It's about 5 bites. At best half the size of a standard lobster roll elsewhere. I can't imagine how small the regular roll is."
Lobster Roll
The real deal. This fruit of labor and love comes stocked with Maine lobster meat, a light swipe of mayo, a drizzle of drawn butter and a dusting of our proprietary seasoning blend. All on our golden toasted signature fresh baked artisan bread.
$32.76
Clam Chowder
Our crowd-favorite Lobster Bisque is the perfect blend of lobster stock, cream, spices and finished with a hint of sherry for full balance. It'll be our secret, but it also acts as an amazing dipping sauce for our seafood rolls!
$12.44
Lobster Bisque
What else can we say...It's the very reason our family decided to open our first shop in 2013. This classic is simply; locally baked, fresh artisan bread - a light touch of mayo - the highest quality Maine lobster - a light drizzle of drawn butter - and a dusting of our house seasoning blend. Simplicity in a world of chaos.
$13.55
Lobster Roll with 2 Sides
Side portion of 1.5 oz sweet knuckle & claw meat
$41.39
PAVLOS TACOS

PAVLOS TACOS

4.7
(300+)
• Mexican • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
$6 off on $47+
"Been going to Pavlos for 20+ years. Nothing comes close to how good it is compared to all the other taco shops"
"Always has great quality food and large portions, the burritos are massive! Definitely check this place out if you havent already, you wont regret it. "
Justin Burrito
Beans, cheese, rice, French fries, lettuce, guacamole and double wrapped.
$15.73
California Burrito
Carne asada, cheese, fries and sour cream.
$16.32
Vegetarian Burrito
Vegetarian. Beans, cheese, rice, lettuce and tomato.
$14.95
4 Rolled Tacos w Guacamole
Served with flour or corn tortillas or chips.
$11.23
Los Tacos

Los Tacos

4.7
(2k+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Their tacos are amazing because of their fresh corn tortillas. Best tacos I've found so far near Encinitas. Lengua is my favorite and the other meats have been pretty good as well as their veggie option. Love their rice and beans which I'm quite picky about. Their rice is better than most taco shops I've tried close by. Prices are very reasonable for the portion and quality. Tacos were packed with filling. "
"Best tacos in town! Fresh handmade tortillas, the lengua was steamed to perfection, the cheese quesadilla was huge and the salsas are delicioso! Definitely ordering again! (PS no photos because we ate it too fast!)"
Carne Asada Taco
Charbroiled Carne Asada Steak with fresh pico de gallo, french fries and our Mexican blend cheese.
$4.26
Al Pastor Taco
Choice of meat with eggs, cheese and seasoned potatoes.
$4.12
California Burrito
A classic red guajillo chile sauce, then emblazon it with a tangy mexican hot sauce. butter-cooked shrimp get tossed with the spirited sauce.
$16.55
Baja Fish Taco
The quick-cooking shrimp are seared and finished in olive oil that's infused with lots of fragrant garlic and rich smoky paprika.
$4.67
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas

Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas

4.5
(10+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
$6 off on $40+
Jumbo Popcorn
A jumbo resealable bag of popcorn perfect for sharing. Approximately 2-4 servings all in one bag. Freshly popped in coconut oil.
$15
Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
Spicy. Marinated grilled chicken, cheddar-jack cheese, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños, signature sauce, sour cream. Served with chips & salsa.
$24.87
Smoked Brisket Quesadilla
Smoked chopped brisket, caramelized onions, roasted poblanos, cheddar-jack cheese, sour cream. Served with chips & salsa.
$25.49
Chicken Tenders
Homestyle chicken tenders with your choice of dipping sauce; ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ. Served with fries.
$22.02
Bird Rock Coffee Roasters

Bird Rock Coffee Roasters

American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee
Vanilla Bean Latte
Our house-made vanilla boasts more vanilla beans than anyone else! It's rich, fragrant and is truly amazing hot or iced. This vanilla is one of a kind and should not be missed!
$7.96
Sausage Sunrise Sandwich
A classic sausage breakfast sandwich! Egg, Sausage, and American cheese on a hot English muffin.
$6.8
Café Latte
The gold standard: espresso and milk. Have it to stay while you enjoy the cafe ambience or grab it to go and hold your latte like a badge of honor that says "Look at me with this latte. I'm ready for my day!"
$6.9
Matcha Latte
Prepared with Oat Milk, our matcha latte features Kodemari Matcha from Spirit Tea, and our house-made vanilla. And it is a delicately sweet and totally creamy delight! Go green!
$7.77
Wildland

Wildland

4.7
(100+)
• American • Italian
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"The Romano Beans were INSANELY good!"
"The best food on the entire planet! Scrumptious delightful amazing. The team is always so sweet and amazing!"
MAFALDINE
Tomato Marjoram Butter, Crispy Garlic, Oregano
$26.17
Choc Chip Cookie
Celery. Cucumber. Apple.
$5.68
Green Juice
Green Goddess. Shaved Turnip. Breadcrumb. Toasted Seeds.
$12.06
Very Green Salad
Green Goddess. Arugula. Cucumber. Ciabatta.
$21.63
Pure Taco

Pure Taco

4.6
(1k+)
• Mexican • Poke
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Not a thing on this menu is bad - in fact, it's the furthest from bad as possible! The food is phenomenal! Fish tacos are perfect, the Cali burrito is a must-try, even the chips are the best chips in town! The service is great too if you stop-in! "
"Ordered the poke nachos and steak tacos, poor quality food. If you are looking for good poke nachos I highly recommend looking somewhere else! Best part about the nachos was the chips, they include plenty of chips that's for sure. Wouldn't recommend and definitely not ordering again"
California Burrito**
Grilled steak with crispy french fries, guacamole, Mexican cheese blend and salsa fresca
$14.61
Grilled Steak Taco**
Grilled steak served with diced onion, cilantro, guacamole and salsa verde.
$6.33
Grilled Fish Taco**
fire grilled seasonal white fish with a cilantro slaw, crema and salsa fresca
$6.79
Shredded Chicken Burrito**
Grilled marinated chicken with cilantro basmati rice, crisp shredded lettuce, guacamole, Mexican cheese blend and salsa fresca
$14.59
Plant Power Fast Food

Plant Power Fast Food

4.8
(700+)
• Vegan • Plant Based
$0 delivery fee
"Breakfast Burrito was delicious and spicy (also added jalapeños)! Hash Brown was crispy and warm on arrival. "
"We had an amazingly delicious experience. The Holy Guacamole Burger and Nashville Hot 'Chicken' Sandwich along with the Iconic Fries were divine. Way better than I expected as a longtime vegetarian. I can't wait to come back and try the California burrito with "carne asada." This is going to be a regular spot for us!"
Milkshake
Creamy house-made oat-based vanilla ice 'cream' blended with decadent flavors
$10.32
MunchWrap Extreme
NEW! House-made 100% plant-based taco 'meat,' melted cheddar 'cheese,' a crunchy corn tostada, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce and 'sour cream' wrapped in a warm flour tortilla served with a side of mild or hot taco sauce.
$17.45
Cheeseburger
100% plant-based patty topped with melted cheddar 'cheese,' chopped onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and secret sauce on a warm toasted bun
$13.68
Kids Cheeseburger Meal
Kid's 100% plant-based patty topped with melted cheddar 'cheese,' pickles, and ketchup on a warm toasted bun. Comes with choice of side and oat 'milk'.
$14.36
Sbicca Del Mar

Sbicca Del Mar

4.7
(70+)
• Mediterranean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"This is the first time ordering from this store and it exceeded my expectations. I ordered the Artisan Cheese Plate and a bottle of Pinot Grigio, Benvolio Italia and they really hit the spot. I can tell this restaurant is careful in offering quality foods and wine. They even included a couple of brand new wine glasses in the box to complement my wine order. I'll definitely be ordering again and will visit the restaurant in person soon as well!"
"Worst Side Mashed Potato ever!!! Went right into the trash"
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
crispy panko, broccolini, fettuccini Alfredo, mozzarella, marinara & basil pesto
$33.5
Chicken Parmesan
parmesan, truffle & aged cheddar
$32.77
Truffle Fettuccine
hoisin, sriracha, pickled onion, cilantro, crispy chicken, rice bao bun
$22.77
Crispy Chicken Buns
white cheddar, red onion, garlic aioli, lettuce & tomato on a brioche bun, served with pickles & fries or mixed salad
$18.5
Don's Country Kitchen‎ - 2885 Roosevelt St

Don's Country Kitchen‎ - 2885 Roosevelt St

4.8
(100+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
$5 off on $50+
"Delicious omg the blueberry pancakes were on point and they were still so hot those were by far the best pancakes I have ever had ( besides mine) lol ty!"
"Country gravy on the scramble was bland and unpleasantly sweetish-- not what I was expecting and not to my liking. Pancakes were solid."
9. Chicken Fried Steak with 2 Eggs
2 homemade buttermilk, biscuits covered in our famous homemade country sausage gravy.
$22.65
Best Biscuits & Gravy
2 sausage patties, 2 eggs, biscuit and potatoes. All covered in our famous homemade country sausage gravy.
$10.25
Oklahoma Scramble
1 egg on an English muffin with bacon, sausage or ham and cheese.
$18.77
Breakfast Sandwich (Bob)
Mixed with hash browns & onions.
$12.65
Harvest Ranch Market

Harvest Ranch Market

4.4
(100+)
• American • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
"I would love to give 5 stars because the quality and freshness of these sandwiches are amazing. They look nothing like the generous helpings in the photos though, as you only get a few slices of meat on the real sandwich and you're mostly tasting bread. It's penny-wise pound-foolish on the restaurant's part. It would be better to show real pics of how much meat you're getting, or raise the price of the sandwich so they can offer what's advertised in the photos."
"I ordered from them specifically because I was craving the lemon chicken soup, I also ordered the hot pastrami sandwich and a brownie only to have the soup and brownie be canceled 10 minutes later because they were out of stock. The sandwich was fresh but it wasn't hot and not because of travel time. It was never heated or toasted. Kind of a bummer for a $16 sandwich that ended up being $26 with all the fees. Good quality (Boars Head) but too expensive for what you get. It was on the smaller side for a sandwich and consisted of two slices of bread, (I actually ordered the French role but it came on sliced white bread of some sort) mustard, a couple of slices of tiny tomatoes, lettuce with a small portion of pastrami and a cold piece of Swiss cheese. Just too many mistakes, too plain and too skimpy for the price"
Ovengold Turkey Sandwich
Boars head Ovengold turkey and 42% lower sodium provolone cheese with mayo, deli style mustard lettuce and tomato.
$16.82
California Club Sandwich
Golden Classic® chicken breast with bacon, avocado, mayo, lettuce, tomato and sprouts.
$17.53
Reuben Sandwich
Top round corned beef, gold label imported Swiss® cheese and sauerkraut with thousand Island dressing.
$16.39
Lemon Chicken Rice Soup
Bacon, lettuce, and tomato with mayo.
$9.99

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