Colima's Mexican Food — Restaurant in El Cajon

I had the Bandido burrito and it was good. A large burrito and somewhat worth the price. The burrito came out pretty quickly as well and I was given plenty of sauce. The green sauce is tangy, the right kind of flavor, but a little bit watery.

I didn't dine in, but the interior is clean and there's plenty of seating and a TV. Typical Mexican restaurant layout.

Prices have gone up, so expect to pay more than pre-pandemic prices. Burritos with more than meat and pico de gallo will cost more...

My preferred go to for traditional taco shop food.

Great food, decent prices, and a wonderful staff. Every time I go in, they are friendly and eager to serve. Their tomatilla ace is the only green sauce I'll eat, love it. Bug burritos, guacamole that's just avocado and lime juice, one of the few places that offers a millenesa torta, and they even have a basic cheeseburger that's good!

My only wish is that their hours were longer, because I get taco cravings late at night and...

I can't believe this place doesn't have more glowing reviews. We ordered the "Rolled Taco" plate, (flautas), which were the perfect combination of soft and crispy. The chicken sopes were fresh and delicious. The beef soup struck a perfect balance of heavy meatiness and light brothiness. Squeeze some lemons in there for the complete experience. All plates included delicious homemade beans and rice. Extra nod to the awesome...