Hidden gems - Restaurants in El Cajon, United States not to miss (Updated April, 2024)

Hidden gems: Restaurants in El Cajon

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in El Cajon. This list contains 28 places from Restaurant category.

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Sammoon Bakery & Restaurant

Restaurant

$$ $$

5.00 (23 reviews) (~0.07 km from centre)

Finjan shop & cafe’

Coffee shop

👍👍 All mochas need to be like the Turkish mocha I just had. Best ever! I'm hooked.

5.00 (19 reviews) (~1.32 km from centre)

El Veganito

Mexican restaurant

👍👍 We made the roughly 10 minute walk here from the Tesla supercharger for a quick bite and I cannot believe this place is vegan. We ordered the jackfruit carnitas tacos and I swear this tasted like slow cooked pork roast with all the traditional toppings. I'd really love the recipe for these "carnitas...

4.90 (132 reviews) (~4.94 km from centre)

Blendees

Health food restaurant

👍👍 I went to Blendees for the fist time and ordered an Açaí Split and it was delicious! The customer service was great. I love how they offer signature items and also allow customers to create their own. I will definitely be back to try more items on their menu.

$ $$$

4.90 (67 reviews) (~2.47 km from centre)

THE BURRITO CITY - San Diego

Restaurant

$$ $$

4.90 (46 reviews) (~1.91 km from centre)

Ace New York Giant Pizza

Pizza restaurant

👍👍 When I first walked through the door of ACE NY GIANT PIZZA I was taken aback by the ambience this fine establishment has a vast range of seating, great selection of liquor and the best Hookah this side of the Western Hemisphere. Upon being kindly greeted by Anthony he assisted me with their large me...

$$ $$

4.80 (107 reviews) (~4.26 km from centre)

Sinbad Mediterranean Cuisine

Restaurant

$$ $$

4.80 (92 reviews) (~4.23 km from centre)

Katzya Corn Dog & Chicken

Chicken wings restaurant

👍👍 Been here a few times now and overall food quality is not only good, but consistent! Quick ticket time, even with a bit of a line. Definitely will continue to come back.

$ $$$

4.80 (57 reviews) (~1.21 km from centre)

Tommy's Pizza & Subs

Pizza restaurant

😠 Absolutely the worst pizza I’ve had in San Diego county. Unbelievably overpriced, horrible pizza and most importantly horrible customer service. Save your money. I get pizza every Saturday evening so figured I’d give them a chance. Also no veterans discount- even though right next door is a VFW !! I...

$ $$$

4.80 (27 reviews) (~3.98 km from centre)

Uprising Pizza

Pizza restaurant

4.80 (6 reviews) (~2.71 km from centre)

Sweet And Green

Restaurant

👍👍 Everything has been so good. Watermelon Lemonade is the best! & ginger shots.. customer service is pretty awesome too 😎

$ $$$

4.70 (136 reviews) (~0.55 km from centre)

Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering

Hawaiian restaurant

$$ $$

4.70 (121 reviews) (~2.91 km from centre)

Mr. Shawarma El Cajon

Mediterranean restaurant

👍👍 I absolutely love Mr. Shawarma! Their food is incredibly delicious & high quality, and the staff is super friendly and helpful. Plus, the place is always spotless. I can't recommend it enough for a fantastic dining experience!"

$ $$$

4.70 (117 reviews) (~1.06 km from centre)

Ama’s taqueria y cocina

Mexican restaurant

👍👍 My wife and I love this place! They have the best al pastor. We love getting nachos, tacos, and mulitas. You can’t go wrong here!

4.70 (67 reviews) (~2.08 km from centre)

Yesenia's Mexican and Seafood

Mexican restaurant

👍👍 Really good food at great prices. Everything that we have tried is great. The people are welcoming and always make you feel at home. One of the few Mexican food places in San Diego with very good salsas. All of them are delicious and actually hot for once. The menudo does not have homeny, just how I...

4.70 (52 reviews) (~3.06 km from centre)

Juanbachi

Asian restaurant

👍👍 Amazing food!! I couldn't wait to post. We are currently eating this as I type. The teriyaki chicken and butter shrimp are to die for good. So happy I chose the Java rice too. We already can't wait to go back. My boyfriend opted for a different food a d now he's mad he didn't order here too. He want...

4.70 (10 reviews) (~4.92 km from centre)

Botani Familia Pizzaria

Pizza restaurant

👍👍 Best people best service delicious pizzas love everything they have here …. Come here you won’t be disappointed 👍👍👍

$ $$$

4.60 (126 reviews) (~3.28 km from centre)

Mi Taco Shop

Mexican restaurant

👍 Decent taco shop. No frills. Fresh ingredients. No table service.

4.60 (73 reviews) (~0.74 km from centre)

Kotija Mexican Food

Mexican restaurant

👍 I had a machaca burrito from this Kotijas in La Mesa. The burrito was very tasty, and they put a lot of shredded beef in the burrito. The beef, green peppers, and eggs mixed together had very good flavors. Even better flavors after I added the red hot sauce. Service was friendly enough, and the pla...

$ $$$

4.60 (43 reviews) (~3.54 km from centre)

Express Shawarma Inc

Middle Eastern restaurant

👍 I order a wrap shawarma with fries it was really good the only disappointment was that doesnt include yogurt or any other dressing.

$$ $$

4.60 (27 reviews) (~3.45 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Restaurants in El Cajon, United States