Galaxy Cantina & Grill on Postcard

"Trey Foshee, executive chef of George’s at the Cove in La Jolla, is one of the most talented and respected chefs inSan Diego. At his casual Mexican restaurant near La Jolla Shores, he cooks with equal skill, using only the best ingredients to create pure, intense flavors. Head to Galaxy Taco for heirloom Masienda corn tortillas, made-to-order guacamole, and epic margaritas with top-shelf liquor and charred fruit. A balance of sweet, sour, and smoke, theOaxacan Guava (Los Javis mezcal, guava, lime, orange-vanilla shrub, and grapefruit) is a must."

The Perfect Day in San Diego

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"Trey Foshee, executive chef of George’s at the Cove in La Jolla, is one of the most talented and respected chefs inSan Diego. At his casual Mexican restaurant near La Jolla Shores, he cooks with equal skill, using only the best ingredients to create pure, intense flavors. Head to Galaxy Taco for heirloom Masienda corn tortillas, made-to-order guacamole, and epic margaritas with top-shelf liquor and charred fruit. A balance of sweet, sour, and smoke, theOaxacan Guava (Los Javis mezcal, guava, lime, orange-vanilla shrub, and grapefruit) is a must."

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"Trey Foshee, executive chef of George’s at the Cove in La Jolla, is one of the most talented and respected chefs inSan Diego. At his casual Mexican restaurant near La Jolla Shores, he cooks with equal skill, using only the best ingredients to create pure, intense flavors. Head to Galaxy Taco for heirloom Masienda corn tortillas, made-to-order guacamole, and epic margaritas with top-shelf liquor and charred fruit. A balance of sweet, sour, and smoke, theOaxacan Guava (Los Javis mezcal, guava, lime, orange-vanilla shrub, and grapefruit) is a must."

The Perfect Weekend in San Diego

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"Launched in 2015 in La Jolla Shores, Galaxy Taco closed its doors for good on Wednesday, October 27. Owner Trey Foshee cites rising operational costs as one of the main reasons behind the shutter. The casual restaurant with a modern Mexican menu was known for its events, from book signings and Dia de los Muertos dinners to its popular 'Taco Takeover' series with guest chefs." - Candice Woo

San Diego’s Galaxy Taco Closes in La Jolla Shores, Will Reopen Next Spring as New Restaurant - Eater San Diego

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"Located in a less-trafficked section of tony La Jolla , this colorful, sunny restaurant is known for its upscale take on Mexican street food—you can add uni to your guacamole, and the Tres Leches cake is made of sweet potato. The drink list is heavy on Mexican products, like mezcals, tequilas, as well the still somewhat novel Tijuana-brewed craft beer. The vibe is light enough for happy hour with friends, but still polished enough for date night, a work lunch, or a family meal." - Archana Ram

Best Mexican Food in San Diego | Condé Nast Traveler

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Pranjali Sharma

Google

Very very cute cantina! They have pretty much open seating but you can sit at the bar if you want. We sat outside and enjoyed the ambience and the weather. We ordered all the tacos and a margarita. I loved the smoothness of the margarita but the bf thought it could've been stronger. The tacos took a while to come and some were excellent, others just ok. From the most to least liked - mushroom (don't care if you're meat eater or not, if you don't have allergies to mushrooms or cheese, EAT THIS), chicken (tasted like Indian curry), Baja fish and fries fish (the pineapple was a little weird), the steak (the bf liked this more, I thought it was a little plain) and finally the fried avocado. We both agreed we did NOT like the avocado one at all. The rice and beans with the tacos were very nicely cooked and we enjoyed them. They take their time. Please read that they have added a 3.5% surcharge for all orders. All in all decent place. Nice to hangout and chat while you wait on the food.

Mini Rag

Google

Creative dishes, served in a distinct ambience. The taste is geared more towards a wide audience, with the flavors being muted. Try the fresh guacamole as well as wood fired salsa. The sweet potato dish, mussels, and chicken tacos - all great. Service at the restaurant is attentive and nice.

Shane Coles

Google

Ever bite into a fish taco and think "this could have been better"? This is that better. Quality ingredients through and through with precise attention to flavor and detail create an elevated Mexican style contrasting the casual breezy ambiance. From tender fresh blue corn tortillas to the sweet smoky house salsa and especially the moist tender perfectly cooked fish these are tacos made with heart and soul. More expensive than the taco truck but worth every penny. Add in happy hour margaritas, micheladas and beers from 3-6 and you've got yourself a real winner after an afternoon at the beach. Seating was socially distanced with appropriate face coverings and both touch less menu and touch less pay options were available. Credit/debit cards only.

Chensi Ouyang

Google

Cool vibe with colorful graffiti on the walls. Blue crab and corn soup was sweet and refreshing. Good margaritas. The steamed mussels and shrimp came in a rich broth that was delicious with the grilled bread. The fish taco was sadly disappointing - the flavors did not meld although the fish was flaky soft. The carnitas taco was much better in flavor. The Service was pretty slow though waitress was very sweet. Milanese sandwich was huge and although the chicken was very thin it was moist and had a delicious breading.

Masreth Fatima

Google

This was the first restaurant I ate at when I had moved to San Diego, 2 years ago! So delicious! This time I ordered the chicken enchiladas, so full of flavor and lots of love!!! The service is excellent, so friendly and helpful, and the ambiance is so colorful... a very Coco feel :) love it!

Kristin Hunter

Google

New favorite! The food was so good! Homemade, authentic flavors. Ask for Dana, she's fantastic. Very sweet and takes good care of you. Jose, the bartender knows his stuff and is very helpful too. This spot is a new favorite, and we are already wanting to come back.

Vivian C

Google

Life is not the same after having the grilled fish taco. The fish is so smoky the taste lingers after it’s long gone. Hands down the best fish taco I have ever had. I also love the pickled jalapeño that’s not salty but sweet. The flavor is very unique.

LillyBelle J.

Google

I love the food so beautiful, colorful & yummy. The service was very good & the decor was right up my alley. I wouldn't have only given a 3 star rating if they hadn't ended my visit with a f#$% you: "3% surcharge to offset increase in minimum wage" is what was printed on my receipt. I work several jobs including one where I earn just over minimum wage. I save up to eat at a place like this just for this slap in the face? You will never get my money again!

Pranjali Sharma

Google

Very very cute cantina! They have pretty much open seating but you can sit at the bar if you want. We sat outside and enjoyed the ambience and the weather. We ordered all the tacos and a margarita. I loved the smoothness of the margarita but the bf thought it could've been stronger. The tacos took a while to come and some were excellent, others just ok. From the most to least liked - mushroom (don't care if you're meat eater or not, if you don't have allergies to mushrooms or cheese, EAT THIS), chicken (tasted like Indian curry), Baja fish and fries fish (the pineapple was a little weird), the steak (the bf liked this more, I thought it was a little plain) and finally the fried avocado. We both agreed we did NOT like the avocado one at all. The rice and beans with the tacos were very nicely cooked and we enjoyed them. They take their time. Please read that they have added a 3.5% surcharge for all orders. All in all decent place. Nice to hangout and chat while you wait on the food.

Mini Rag

Google

Creative dishes, served in a distinct ambience. The taste is geared more towards a wide audience, with the flavors being muted. Try the fresh guacamole as well as wood fired salsa. The sweet potato dish, mussels, and chicken tacos - all great. Service at the restaurant is attentive and nice.

Shane Coles

Google

Ever bite into a fish taco and think "this could have been better"? This is that better. Quality ingredients through and through with precise attention to flavor and detail create an elevated Mexican style contrasting the casual breezy ambiance. From tender fresh blue corn tortillas to the sweet smoky house salsa and especially the moist tender perfectly cooked fish these are tacos made with heart and soul. More expensive than the taco truck but worth every penny. Add in happy hour margaritas, micheladas and beers from 3-6 and you've got yourself a real winner after an afternoon at the beach. Seating was socially distanced with appropriate face coverings and both touch less menu and touch less pay options were available. Credit/debit cards only.

Chensi Ouyang

Google

Cool vibe with colorful graffiti on the walls. Blue crab and corn soup was sweet and refreshing. Good margaritas. The steamed mussels and shrimp came in a rich broth that was delicious with the grilled bread. The fish taco was sadly disappointing - the flavors did not meld although the fish was flaky soft. The carnitas taco was much better in flavor. The Service was pretty slow though waitress was very sweet. Milanese sandwich was huge and although the chicken was very thin it was moist and had a delicious breading.

Masreth Fatima

Google

This was the first restaurant I ate at when I had moved to San Diego, 2 years ago! So delicious! This time I ordered the chicken enchiladas, so full of flavor and lots of love!!! The service is excellent, so friendly and helpful, and the ambiance is so colorful... a very Coco feel :) love it!

Kristin Hunter

Google

New favorite! The food was so good! Homemade, authentic flavors. Ask for Dana, she's fantastic. Very sweet and takes good care of you. Jose, the bartender knows his stuff and is very helpful too. This spot is a new favorite, and we are already wanting to come back.

Vivian C

Google

Life is not the same after having the grilled fish taco. The fish is so smoky the taste lingers after it’s long gone. Hands down the best fish taco I have ever had. I also love the pickled jalapeño that’s not salty but sweet. The flavor is very unique.

LillyBelle J.

Google

I love the food so beautiful, colorful & yummy. The service was very good & the decor was right up my alley. I wouldn't have only given a 3 star rating if they hadn't ended my visit with a f#$% you: "3% surcharge to offset increase in minimum wage" is what was printed on my receipt. I work several jobs including one where I earn just over minimum wage. I save up to eat at a place like this just for this slap in the face? You will never get my money again!

Galaxy Cantina & Grill

Galaxy Cantina & Grill

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