Estrella's Restaurant

129 E Mission Rd, Fallbrook, CA 92028, United States
$$$ Mexican restaurant
(910 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Welcome to Estrella's Restaurant, your go-to spot for flavorful Mexican cuisine nestled in the heart of Fallbrook, California. Located at 129 E Mission Rd, Estrella's combines vibrant flavors and a warm atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for families, friends, and anyone with a craving for mouthwatering Mexican dishes.

When you step into Estrella's, you're greeted with the tantalizing aromas of authentic Mexican cooking. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting, perfect for a casual hangout or a lively celebration, as noted by frequent visitors like customer 'donny blaze,' who celebrates his birthday here every year with a big party, enjoying perfectly timed service and endless margaritas. Speaking of margaritas, they're a must-try here! Grab one during happy hour and enjoy a little discount on the refreshing drinks that effortlessly complement the robust flavors of the food.

Speaking of food, the menu at Estrella's is packed with local favorites. Start off with their Half Order Carne Asada Fries ($10.95) or indulge in the crispy, cheesy goodness of the Full Order Carne Asada Nachos ($15.95), piled high with toppings that make every bite a sensory delight. For those craving something more substantial, the Chile Relleno ($18.95 for one item) is a standout, boasting a flavor profile that has earned rave reviews from customers like 'Greg Butcher,' who swears Estrella's offers the best in all of California.

If you're in the mood for seafood, don't miss the Shrimp Tacos—another fan favorite praised by several diners, including 'Reena Beck,' who described them as "awesome". For a more classic experience, the Carnitas is juicy and packed with flavor, as noted by 'Patricia Curry.' Each dish here is crafted with care, ensuring you’ll taste the love and passion behind Mexican culinary traditions.

Whether dining in or taking out—something that 'Pamela Firnstein' emphasized with her glowing review of the freshly made burritos and fish tacos—Estrella's clearly strives for perfection in both service and cuisine. With friendly staff, quick service, and an approachable setting, you're bound to leave with a satisfied palate.

So, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just enjoying a casual night out, make Estrella's Restaurant your next dining destination. With flavorful dishes, generous portions, and that unmistakable Mexican charm, it promises to be an experience worth relishing again and again.

For reservations or to place an order for takeout, call them at +1 760-728-1200. Don’t forget to bring your appetite!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Usually has a wait
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

910 Reviews
donny blaze

04 Sep 2025

Every time my family and I come here we come for my birthday. We are usually a party of 20 or so, and every time we come, they do a dam good job. All the food for 20 comes out at the same time, the margaritas never stop coming, and overall, we love the dining experience. 2025: Still bringing amazing dishes! Loved the coctel de shrimp & the ceviche tostadas! The service was also really good as usual.

Patricia Curry

31 Aug 2025

Dining here was great, this is a great place to get American Mexican. And sometimes, that’s what the heart craves! I tried the carnitas and they were pretty good, nice and juicy and the flavor was good. Our friend had the shrimp enchiladas and they loved them. Margaritas were on point and they have 2$ off during happy hour. The ambiance was nice, there’s parking and plenty of seating inside and outside. Service was very attentive, and we loved it. The chips and salsa were unlimited and DELICIOUS. They give you complimentary both flour and corn chips.

Greg Butcher

20 Aug 2025

The best Chile Riano‘s in California never had a bad one. Service is always good. I drive 45 minutes one way to come and eat at this restaurant it is that good

Tommy On

24 Jun 2025

I go here for their flour chips, which comes along with your meal. You can request for more flour chips vs corn chips as well. The other items are what you usually find in a Mexican diner: chimichangas, street tacos, tostadas, your usual stuff. Their margaritas are decent size too. Food is decent most of the time, but the meat for my street tacos in my recent visit was a little bland and dry. Theres indoor (with bar seats) and outdoor seating, but the parking lot is kinda small. Can probably seat around 60 people in total.

Pamela Firnstein

17 Jun 2025

Excellent food, and the staff is AMAZING! Got takeout tonight. Whoever took my order over the phone was an absolute DOLL! We ordered burritos, fish tacos, chili relleno, enchilada, beans, and rice. Everything was fresh and so flavorful, seasoned perfect, and you can definitely taste the love. A wonderful place to dine, in every way

Michelle Krieger

16 Jun 2025

The food is amazing! The guacamole though is seriously too hot! It's not enjoyable at all. The Service and atmosphere is great! If I could enjoy the guacamole it would be 5 stars.

Reena Beck

14 Jun 2025

Service was amazing!! The tortilla chips and salsa were delish! We had the bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers, shrimp tacos and beans and rice. Food was awesome! Highly recommend the shrimp tacos !

Nancy McGraw

09 Jun 2025

Great little place with friendly, fast even for being busy and good food! This was our first time here and we will be back - we were greeted right away with smiles letting us know we could sit on the patio or wait about 15 min for a booth inside - we choose the patio. Chips & dip arrived immediately and the hostess/server took our drink order & returned before we had to even wonder where were the drinks. The patio is rather noisy (why I rated it 3stars so had we waited for inside that rating may have been higher)) but really it was 5pm on a Friday on Mission Rd in Fallbrook so lots of vehicle noise - not the restaurants fault. The food was plentiful and delicious- I took home leftovers! We were quite delighted with Estrella’s!

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