Tacaliente Mexican Grill
Bringing Hillcrest a fresh take on Mexican food, Tacaliente is the creation of a local native who knows what it takes to make great Mexican food. Giving San Diego what they deserve in a great neighborhood Mexican grill, now you can get fresh salsa, Tacos, and all the Mexican food you love made with quality ingredients. Come by and see why Tacaliente is rapidly becoming Hillcrest’s favorite new Mexican grill.


Fresh ingredients to bring you the best
Tacaliente uses local Southern California produce to give you the best-tasting Mexican food in Hillcrest. Locally sourcing our ingredients not only helps our community but gives us a chance to give you the most authentic food possible.
Enjoy our food, your way
We know that life in San Diego can be busy and sometimes on the go. And although we are conveniently located in Hillcrest, we know that taking great food to catch a sunset is sometimes preferred. We can prepare your order to go or host you as you enjoy the best Mexican food Hillcrest has to offer!
