El Rey Restaurant

4.5 (570)

16220 CA-76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061
(760) 742-3343
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Claimed
Mexican restaurant
Latin American restaurant

Service options

  • Outdoor seating

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Genevieve Martinez

2023-05

Food was tasty but the service was slower than molasses.. the waitress that sat us down was rude. But quickly changed her tune upon her return.. didnt appreciate that a bit. Especially since we were a party of 10... the waiter was slow.. but in all fairness he was new and the kitchen is at fault for the slow service.Parking: Ample parking right outfront. Kid-friendliness: Kids menu was providedWheelchair accessibility: Side entrance wil accommodate wheelchair entrance.

Kaye P

2023-05

We went here for a late lunch! I love the ambiance of this place. Servers are very attentive and so nice. The food was delicious, they served a soup as well! And omygosh, that was so good!I will recommend this place 👌🏼

Russell J.

2023-05

Cute Mexican restaurant. Indoor seating and a nice outdoor patio with waterfall. Good and friendly service. The food was excellent! We had the chicken chimichanga and camerones burrito. The chimi was stuffed full of shredded chicken. The burrito had lots of plump, juicy shrimp. We both had iced tea but there is a full bar here. Definitely will be back!!

gerald johns

2022-05

This place is a hidden gem for sure 1st time being on this street working in the area and decided to give it a try. Glad I did. The service and food were great you get chips and salsa with your order both tasty. You can sit indoors or outdoors. The food I had was bomb that means it was great. Go try to yourself next time I’m over this way i will stop again for more.

Adrian Kov

2022-05

Great food and drinks. They know how to make a margarita. GG is a great server with a phenomenal attitude. Nice quiet place on a Wednesday. Will return for sure even though it is out of the way for us.

Alex

2023-05

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Michele Stark

2023-05

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Mehdi

2022-05

Very nice Mexican food, reasonable price. Nice traditional decoration inside. Friendly staff.

ismael Pardo

2020-05

Great food Karina great customer service very highly recommended came for my wife's birthday it's a tradition you want great food come to El Rey

blanca munoz

2018-05

The food was very good and well priced. The mango margaritas with tajin are delicious. The service for the most part was pretty good. And the atmosphere was very chill. I highly recommend coming here! Especially for the margaritas😁

Eric Martin

2022-05

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Tammy Kim

2022-05

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Mark Gallardo

2023-09

First of all Bring Your Own fly swatter and don't order the Ortega Burger, it was not edible at all, dried meat, no seasoning, hard smashed bun and expired Ketchup. The Green chili was fairly tolerable tho. Used to eat there all the time about 20 years ago when I worked in Valley Center and food was good. Went back about a year ago and had a bad experience, thought I'd try them again cause there aren't many choices around there. Don't think I'll be going back...... And did I mention the flies?

anne puckett

2019-05

Delicious food, good drinks, magical atmosphere. A hidden surprise along the road! The patio was the perfect place to grab a bite on a day trip and we were blessed by the presence of a blue bird ❤

Chelsea Peterson

2019-05

Good chips and salsa, and we both enjoyed our meals. I also love the outdoor patio area.

Cynthia Mitchell

2022-05

This is our "go to" birthday lunch restaurant. The food is always fresh, with daily specials and great margaritas. The atmosphere is casual, and they do not rush you!

oscar amado

2020-05

Very friendly and helpful staff, good food and unique location.

Mike

2023-09

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Jeannette Ramirez

2023-05

Taco shop food, not much variety on the menu.. Jalapeño poppers where my favorite.. I expected better but was hungry

Michael M

2023-05

We have motorcycled past this restaurant before and have wanted to stop in and eat there. Finally got a chance and wish we would have stopped before. What a gem to find a place this nice, very good staff and excellent food. The inside is nicely decorated with bright colors and everything is very clean. There is also a big shaded outdoor patio with a fountain. Both our dishes were big, fresh and very flavorful. I would highly recommend stopping in if you are in the area. They also have a full bar.

Kendra C

2023-09

This is not mexican food except beans, rice and chips.Fajitas sucked- where's the beef little chopped pieces of I don't know, chicken dry no flavor,shrimp ok and a whole platter of peppers and onions. Atmosphere was fly infested making it uncomfortable inside with flies buzzing around. Service superb everyone helping everyone and checking on guests. This place was recommended by others, but I am sorry I won't send anyone here. Too bad it won't be on my list of favorites. Funny everyone there was eating hamburgers, go figure.

ada yung

2022-05

Huge portions and service was with a smile. Food was quick and my Cadillac margaritas were strong. Try the Fiesta platter.

Wilder G

2023-08

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Judith Garoutte

2022-05

Quality Mexican Food, fairly priced, large portions, great atmosphere & service!Perfect margaritas! Highly recommend!

Kate Pitman

2023-05

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John Flores

2022-05

Nice restaurant nestled in the .mountains of Pauma beautiful scenery in the patio dining area food was great at a decent price

Maria Estrada

2023-07

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Joseph DiPietro

2023-09

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Edward Seda

2023-05

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2023-10

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