Puesto at the Headquarters

Top choice in San Diego

In the old San Diego Police Headquarters, this vibrant eatery serves modern Mexican street food that knocked our zapatos off. Start with some creamy guacamole before moving on to innovative tacos: chicken in hibiscus-chipotle sauce with avocado and pineapple-habanero salsa in a blue-corn tortilla. Sit on the spacious patio or inside amid murals and floating potted plants.

Bonus: cocktails by the bottle! The art on the tall walls is almost as interesting as what's on the plate, and upstairs or outdoor seating offers great people-watching.

Contact

Address

789 W Harbor Dr

Get In Touch

610-233-8880

https://www.eatpuesto.com/

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