Roberto's Very Mexican Food

Score 88/100 · Order: Machaca burrito · $8

The chain that spawned every 'Berto's. Machaca with eggs, peppers, and onions is the original San Diego breakfast burrito.

Score 88/100 · Order: California burrito · $10.50

Roberto's is the chain that spawned a hundred imitators, and the California burrito is still a strong order. The carne asada is well-seasoned, the fries are standard but effective, and the combination of cheese, sour cream, and guacamole is familiar and satisfying. The tortilla is consistently warmed and the roll is tight. It is the most accessible California burrito in the city because locations are everywhere, and the execution rarely surprises. It is not the most refined version, but it is the baseline that makes the great ones stand out.