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Estrella's Family Restaurant

5584 Mission Road, Bonsall, CA 92003
760-758-0310
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Ranked #3 of 7 restaurants in Bonsall
Price range: $10 - $15
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Local cuisine
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Good for: Local cuisine
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san francisco ca
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

We were introduced to this small but friendly restaurant shortly after moving to Fallbrook last Fall and now we are regulars who bring anyone who happens to be visiting us in to eat there. After two visits the waitress remembered what we liked to drink. Even though the place is full, the staff never forgets that you are waiting for... More

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Fallbrook, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

They make a great margarita. I also love the flour tortilla chips and salsa. I have been here many times, and the food is always good and plenty of it.The place is pretty small, so it is usually a bit crowded and noisy, but the food and drink make up for that.

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Fallbrook, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2013

The food is so amazing here. Best Mexican food in town. Very reasonably priced. The only drawback is the size of the restaurant. Wish there was a little more room. It is okay though because it does make it quaint. Worth the wait always. Best Margaritas!

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Fallbrook, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 2, 2012

We have been going to Estrella's for years. Every time our adult children are back in town, eating at Estrella's is a must do for us! The two of us love to have a date nights there. The chips and salsa, food, margaritas and service are fantastic. We feel like we are at home with family having dinner. The multi-generation... More

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Bonsall, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 11, 2012

Great Carnitas... Great Margaritas... Great Chips and Salsa.... excellent service... and try the Chimichanga with the Ranchero Cheese Sauce... Yee Haw... Love this place

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Fallbrook, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 30, 2012

If you enjoy authentic, well prepared, and delicious Mexican food, then Estrella's is the place for you. Family owned and operated, the Estrella family serves freshly prepared meals and are so in evidence as they visit with their customers...you ALWAYS feel welcome and there is such a warm feeling in the restaurant. Ramiro's carnitas are moist, tender and yummy. I... More

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Fallbrook, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

A fun and funky little restaurant - maybe 15 tables and a full service bar. Can get a little loud when full of folks. The food is top notch and the servers work hard to get you taken care of. A must if in Fallbrook.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2012

The place isn't huge in size, but certainly huge in taste!

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San Diego, Ca.
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 22, 2011

Sad to see it close. However, glad that the liquor store and the tattoo parlor are no longer eyesores

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Denver
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2010

I drive from Pauma Valley past multiple Mexican places to eat here...give it a try

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