Dog Friendly Mexican Restaurants in San Diego, CA

There are 70 pet friendly Mexican restaurants in San Diego that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in San Diego. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Fred's Mexican Cafe in Old Town
Fred's Mexican Cafe in Old Town Fred's Mexican Cafe, located in San Diego, CA, is a dog-friendly Mexican sidewalk cafe where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table and enjoy his own dog menu. The $5 Doggie Menu includes Buddy's Bowl with chicken and fries, Snoopy's Scrambled with scrambled eggs, Chance's Chicken with grilled chicken, Baxter's Burger with a handmade patty, and Cujo's Carne with sliced carne asada. Humans can enjoy fajitas, enchiladas, salads, burritos, tacos, burgers and more. Don't forget the one of their house made margaritas to wash it all down. And save room for one of their desserts like the Flan & Bunuelos or the Churro Donut Tower! See Details
Pet Friendly Baja Betty's
Baja Betty's Located on University in the hip and vibrant neighborhood of Hillcrest, Baja Betty's offers delicious Mexican and southwest cuisine, and dog-friendly outdoor seating. Menu features quesadillas, burrito bowls, fajitas, carnitas, carne asada, combo plates, and an extensive selection of margaritas, tequila, and signature cocktails to wash down all the delicious goodness. See Details
City Taco City Tacos is a dog-friendly restaurant serving Mexican cuisine to locals and tourists alike. Dog owners with a hankering for a taco can head to one of City Taco's two outdoor tables to enjoy a meal alongside Fido. City Tacos' menu includes chicken tacos, seafood tacos, vegetarian tacos, pork, lamb, and steak tacos, as well as traditional tacos such as its Al Pastor, Chilango, and Birria de RES tacos. Visitors to City Tacos with a sweet tooth can indulge in a Bunuelo Taco a crispy fried flour tortilla coated with cinnamon and sugar topped with flambeed granny apples and raisins. It is over with a Greek yogurt and cheese cream and topped off with homemade caramel and marzipan bits. Guests can order a Mexican Beer to wash it all down. City Tacos is open Sunday from 12pm to 10pm, Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm and Friday and Saturday from 11am to 2am. See Details
Puesto Located in the original San Diego Police Headquarters building, Puesto is a dog-friendly restaurant serving Mexican Street Food in a vibrant atmosphere. Dog owners wanting to dig into an award-winning taco can do so alongside Fido at one of Puesto's fifteen outdoor tables. Puesto's menu includes snacks, shared plates, a range of guacamole dips, seafood, tacos, and specials such as Baja Fish Tacos, Octopus Tacos, and Enchiladas Rojas. Diners with room for dessert can order a Puesto Perfect Margarita and a slice of Pina Colada Carrot Cake or a scoop of Nopales and Lime Gelato. This location of Puesto is open seven days a week from 11am to 10pm. See Details
The Blind Burro The Blind Burro is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant serving Baja Coastal Cuisine in the East Village of San Diego. Diners wanting to enjoy a plate made with local and sustainable seafood and produce can do so alongside their furry friend at one of The Blind Burro's eight outdoor tables or bar seating. The Blind Burro's menu includes appetizers, quesadillas, bowls, soups, salads, Baja-style tacos, tortas, and more. Favorites include Chicken Tinga Enchiladas, its Ranchero Burger, Salmon Poke, and the Lengua tacos. Diners with room for dessert can indulge in a plate of Churros coated in cinnamon-sugar, and creme anglaise sauce. See Details
Los Panchos Tacos & Cantina Los Panchos Tacos & Cantina welcomes dogs on their outdoor patio in San Diego, CA. The extensive menu offers soups, salads, grilled fajitas, burritos, street tacos, rolled tacos, and more. The drink menu includes beer, wine, tequila, martinis and margaritas. See Details
Barra Barra Saloon Barra Barra Saloon is a pet-friendly restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine in the Old Town district of San Diego, CA. Start your meal with a margarita pitcher for the table, like the Lo Mas Calient made with jalapeno-infused tequila. Then, choose from sizzling fajitas, burritos and house specialties like the puerco verde platter. Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table on their covered patio. See Details
Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant You can find dog-friendly seating, live music, and a large selection of Mexican dishes at Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant. This location on Mission Gorge Road provides nine tables outside where you can dine with Fido. On the menu, you will find standards like tacos, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, and more. House specials include plates like Chile Relleno, Carnitas, and Pollo Asado along with several seafood specials. If you're in the mood for something more hands-on, check out their burgers and sandwiches like the Chipotle Pulled Pork Sandwich. You can wrap it all up with a cold Corona or refreshing margarita. See Details
Jalisco Cafe Jalisco Cafe is pet-friendly! You can sit with your dog at four outdoor tables for breakfast, lunch or dinner while you enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a family-friendly atmosphere. Rave reviews indicate everyone in your party will find something delicious to eat. The breakfast menu features lots varied meats and cheeses mixed together to make omelets and other fresh dishes like chorizo con huevos. Lunch and dinner options include standard Mexican fare made with culinary expertise including tacos, burritos, tostados, and enchiladas, as well as soups, salads, sandwiches and more. You can also enjoy wine, beer, sangria and margaritas from the bar. The cafe is open Sunday through Thursday from 7:00am to 9:30pm, and Friday and Saturday from 7:00am to 10:00pm. See Details
Lucha Libre Gourmet Taco Shop The Lucha Libre Gourmet Taco Shop has a dog-friendly patio and tasty Mexican food. See Details
The Mission Located in the vibrant East Village, this quaint urban bistro offers delicious breakfast and lunch eats and dog-friendly outdoor tables. Enjoy favorite menu selections like strawberry banana pancakes, roast beef hash and eggs, rancheros verde, chicken pesto quesadillas, smoked turkey sandwiches, and baja shrimp wraps. Open daily 7am to 3pm. See Details
Ponce's Diners love coming here for strong margaritas and a myriad of Mexican eats. Dine at an outdoor table and your pet can join you. See Details
Oscars Mexican Seafood Popular Mexican eatery that allows dogs at outdoor tables. See Details
La Puerta Boasting that it is all about "tacos, tunes, and tequila," La Puerta is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant serving regular guests and visitors alike. La Puerta offers nine seats at its outdoor bar to guests with Fido in tow, as well as room to stand, enjoy a drink, and mingle. La Puerta's menu includes brunch items as well as appetizers, quesadillas, salads, soups, signature dishes such as T.J. Dawg and Fries, and Carnitas and Pancakes, street tacos, gourmet tacos, burritos, seafood, and more. A favorite is the Papas Fritas, fries topped with cheese, grilled onion, poblano, crema, guacamole, and pico de gallo. La Puerta is open and serving specialty cocktails and tacos Monday through Friday from 11am to 2am and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2am. Guests must be twenty-one years old to enter after 3pm daily. See Details
Taco Surf Taco Surf blends the culture and cuisine of the Baja surf scene with Mexican cuisine. This location in San Diego provides four pet-friendly tables outside so you can chow down on casual and flavorful dishes with Fido. The menu offers a hefty selection of burritos, enchiladas, tacos, and lots of unique entrees to appeal to all kinds of palates. House favorites include plates like the Pescado Dinner, Carnitas De Puerco, and Tamales Authenticos. There are plenty of vegetarian items, too. Each location hosts happy hour throughout the week and a beverage seleciton of margaritas, beer, and more. See Details
King and Queen Cantina King and Queen Cantina, located in San Diego, CA, is a pet friendly restaurant where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table - he will even get his own bowl of water and a bone! This eatery offers modern Mexican cuisine with a special twist. The menu includes a large variety of tacos such as crispy avocado, Korean, steak, surf & turf, bone marrow and more styles. Or, you can enjoy enchiladas, burritos, wings, burgers and more. If you are in the mood, try a specialty cocktail like their Gardez Margarita made with mango-pineapple-Serrano-infused tequila, organic agave, fresh lemon juice, Tajin, and topped with fresh fruit, or the Maniaco made with Casa Mexico Tequila Reposado, fresh lime, simple syrup, Los Javis Mezcal, Ancho Reyes and a pinch of malt salt. See Details
Ortega's, a Mexican Bistro Great Mexican food that's a cross between a taco shack and fine cuisine. Dine outdoors and Fido can join you. See Details
Cocina 35 Boasting that it is the "best old school Mexican in Downtown San Diego," Cocina 35 is a dog-friendly restaurant serving locals and tourists alike. Dog owners wanting to dig into a plate of Pollo Al Chipotle can do so alongside Fido at one of Cocina 35's four outdoor tables. The Mexican restaurant's menu includes tacos, burritos, tortas, salads, soups, and a range of entrees. Frequent visitors recommend ordering a Mexican Coke to wash it all down. Cocina 35 is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 3pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 2pm. See Details
El Indio Mexican Restaurant El Indio is a casual dining Mexican restaurant that serves a variety of tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and quesadillas. The spacious outdoor patio is dog friendly. See Details
Barrio Star Barrio Star is a dog-friendly restaurant boasting "modern Mexican soul food," in a dog-friendly environment. Visitors to Barrio Star wanting to enjoy a Blood Orange Margarita can do so alongside their furry friend at one of the ten chairs around its outdoor bar. Barrio Star's menu includes appetizers, soups, salads, taco plates, and entrees such as the Brazil Bowl, Tamal de Maiz, and Chile Relleno. Favorites include Barrio Star's Homemade Chips and Salsa, its Fish Tacos, and its Tortilla Soup. Diners with room for dessert can dig into Coconut Flan or Flourless Chocolate Chipotle Cake, served with ganache and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The restaurant is open and serving unique Mexican fare Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 3:00pm and 5:00pm to 9:30pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00am to 10:30pm. See Details
San Diego, CA, US