Primos Mexican Food & Cantina

Primos Mexican Food & Cantina Primos Mexican Food & Cantina is a popular Mexican restaurant known for its delicious and authentic cuisine. With a variety of delectable dishes available all year round, Primos offers an array of options to satisfy any craving. From their mouthwatering Flaming Hot Street Corn, featuring fresh corn seasoned with jalapeno and spices topped with white sauce, Flamin' Hot Cheeto crumbs, cotija cheese, and a lime wedge, to their classic Pozole stewed pork and hominy served with onions, cilantro, shredded cabbage, and tostada shells, Primos aims to please every palate. They also offer other hearty options like Albondigas - Mexican meatballs served in chicken broth with potatoes and carrots along with rice and fresh tortillas for dipping. For those seeking bold flavors, they serve Menudo - a slow-cooked beef tripe dish simmered in broth with hominy, oregano, and chiles served alongside onions, cilantro, and fresh tortillas (available at select locations). In addition to their fantastic food offerings, Primos also provides promotions such as the opportunity to receive $20 in free gift certificates when purchasing a $100 gift card during the holiday season. With convenient locations and a commitment to quality cuisine, Primos Mexican Food & Cantina is a must-visit destination for those looking for an authentic taste of Mexico.

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🥑 MEET THE PRIMOS PROTEIN BOWLS 💪🌯Five bowls. Big flavors. Plenty of ways to make it yours.🔥 FAJITAS BOWLChicken, Steak ...
09/21/2026

🥑 MEET THE PRIMOS PROTEIN BOWLS 💪🌯

Five bowls. Big flavors. Plenty of ways to make it yours.

🔥 FAJITAS BOWL
Chicken, Steak (+$1) or Surf & Turf (+$2.75) with grilled onions & peppers, whole beans, rice, cilantro sauce, sour cream, guacamole & cheese.

🥗 SALAD BOWL SUPREME
Chicken or Steak (+$1) over lettuce with pico, sour cream, guacamole, whole beans, cheese & cotija.

🌴 CLASSIC BOWL
Choose Chicken, Carnitas, Adobada or Steak (+$1) with whole beans, rice, sour cream, pico, guacamole & cheese.

🍤 SURF & TURF BOWL
Steak & shrimp loaded with chipotle sauce, guacamole, cheese, pico, whole beans & rice.

🌊 SOCAL SURF BOWL
Shrimp with jalapeño corn, rice, cabbage, cilantro sauce, cheese, cotija & fresh cilantro.

Five bowls. Which one are you picking? 👀

Available now at Primos Mexican Food & Cantina.

A little Primos love for a San Diego history maker! ⚾️🔥Congratulations to Padres catcher Ethan Salas Ethan Salas on an u...
09/17/2026

A little Primos love for a San Diego history maker! ⚾️🔥

Congratulations to Padres catcher Ethan Salas Ethan Salas on an unforgettable night! Ethan launched not only his first Major League home run, but followed it up with another—becoming the youngest catcher in MLB history to hit two home runs in a single game! 🤯

We couldn’t be more excited to see this young star making history right here in San Diego. Congratulations, Ethan! Keep making San Diego proud! 🤎💛⚾️

🇲🇽 NOPE. IT WASN’T CINCO DE MAYO.Mexican Independence Day is TODAY — September 16. 🇲🇽Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Batt...
09/16/2026

🇲🇽 NOPE. IT WASN’T CINCO DE MAYO.

Mexican Independence Day is TODAY — September 16. 🇲🇽

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla. Mexican Independence Day marks the beginning of Mexico’s fight for independence from Spain.

On September 16, 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla issued the famous Grito de Dolores, calling people to rise up against Spanish rule. That moment helped launch a struggle for independence that lasted more than a decade.

So today we celebrate Mexican history, culture, and independence.

¡Viva México! 🇲🇽

Did you already know this? Let us know in the comments.

08/07/2026

🚨 PRIMOS IS HIRING! 🚨

Looking for a job near campus? 🌯 Join the Primos team! We’re hiring for ALL positions at our SDSU location, including:

🌯 Cashiers
🔥 Cooks
👨‍🍳 Kitchen Managers
⭐ Assistant Managers

📍 6075 Aztec Circle Dr., San Diego, CA 92182

Students and locals alike—we’d love to meet you! Stop by during our Job Fair, come inside, and apply!

PRIMOS SDSU JOB FAIR

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 • 10AM–5PM
SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 • 11AM–3PM
MONDAY, AUGUST 10 • 10AM–5PM
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 • 10AM–5PM
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 • 10AM–5PM
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 • 10AM–5PM
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 • 10AM–5PM

Tag someone who should join the Primos team! 👇

CollegeJobs Aztecs

Happy National Primos Day! 🎉🌯This Friday, July 24th, we're celebrating all the Primos out there! 😎Stop by Friday, July 2...
07/20/2026

Happy National Primos Day! 🎉🌯

This Friday, July 24th, we're celebrating all the Primos out there! 😎

Stop by Friday, July 24 and enjoy a FREE fountain drink with the purchase of a Primos Breakfast B***o.

Want to make us smile? Walk in and say, "I'm a Primo!" 🤝

Start your morning with a breakfast that's worthy of the family name.

📅 Friday, July 24 only
🥤 FREE Fountain Drink
🌯 With purchase of a Primos Breakfast B***o

Tag your favorite Primo, and we'll see you for breakfast! ***o

07/20/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our Primos World Cup Raffle Winners! ⚽🎉

What an incredible month of World Cup action! Thank you to everyone who joined us at Primos La Jolla and Primos Escondido to cheer on your favorite teams, enjoy great food and drinks, and participate in our biggest raffle yet.

🎉 Our winners are:

🥇 Grand Prize (55” Smart TV, Soundbar & Taco Social Party Pack)
Jose Lopez

🥈 2nd Place ($100 Primos Credit + $100 Amazon Gift Card)
Drew Daugherty

🥉 3rd Place (2026 Mexico Jersey + Soccer Ball)
Mari G

🏅 4th Place ($100 Primos Credit)
Jerry Ocapeza

Congratulations to all of our winners, and thank you to everyone who participated throughout the tournament. We loved celebrating the World Cup with our Primos family and can’t wait to bring you even more exciting events and giveaways in the future.

Stay tuned... the next promotion is already in the works. 😉🌯⚽

07/17/2026

Think you know Primos? Let’s find out! 🌯🤔

We hit the dining room with some fun Primos + World Cup pop quiz questions to see who really knows their stuff. Some answers were spot on... others, not so much. 😂

Stay tuned all the way to the end for a hilarious bonus question featuring one of our top chefs—you won’t want to miss it! 👨‍🍳🤣

👇 How many questions would you have gotten right? Let us know in the comments!

07/15/2026

Today’s England 🇬🇧 vs. Argentina 🇦🇷 semifinal is your FINAL opportunity to earn raffle tickets for our Grand Prize Watch Party Package!

🎟️ Earn 1 raffle ticket for every $10 you spend during today’s match.

One lucky winner will take home:
📺 55” QLED Smart TV
🔊 Roku Soundbar
🌮 Primos Taco Social Party Pack for up to 25 guests
💰 $1,000 Total Value

Plus, three additional runner-up prizes will be awarded:
🥈 2nd Place: $100 Primos Credit + $100 Amazon Gift Card
🥉 3rd Place: 2026 Mexico Jersey + Soccer Ball
🏅 4th Place: $100 Primos Credit

🍺 $5 Primos IPA during the match!

📍Join us at Primos La Jolla or Primos Escondido for the 12:00 PM kickoff. Winners will be announced after the World Cup Final—don’t miss your last shot! ⚽🔥

⚽️ JUST 2 MATCHES LEFT! ⚽️Time is running out! Tomorrow's France 🇫🇷 vs. Spain 🇪🇸 semifinal is one of your final chances ...
07/13/2026

⚽️ JUST 2 MATCHES LEFT! ⚽️

Time is running out! Tomorrow's France 🇫🇷 vs. Spain 🇪🇸 semifinal is one of your final chances to earn raffle tickets toward our Watch Party Grand Prize!

🎟️ Earn 1 raffle ticket for every $10 spent
📺 Win a 55" Smart TV, Soundbar & Taco Social Party Pack for 25 ($1,000 Value!)
🍺 $5 Primos IPA during the match

Join us at Primos La Jolla or Primos Escondido for the 12:00 PM kickoff. And come back on Wednesday for Argentina vs England. The final drawing is almost here! 🔥⚽️

Address

3202 Governor Drive. Ste. 112
San Diego, CA
92122

Option 1: Public Transport
From downtown San Diego, take the Green Line Trolley towards Santee. Get off at the Grantville Station. From there, walk south on Mission Gorge Road for about 10 minutes until you reach the destination.

Option 2: Driving/Parking
From downtown San Diego, take I-8 East. Continue on I-8 East for approximately 7 miles. Take exit 11A for Mission Gorge Road. Merge onto Mission Gorge Road and continue for about 1 mile until you reach the destination.

Parking: Primos Mexican Food & Cantina has a parking lot available for customers to use.

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 10pm
Tuesday 7am - 10pm
Wednesday 7am - 10pm
Thursday 7am - 10pm
Friday 7am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm
Sunday 7am - 10pm

Telephone

+1 858-412-4688

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Primos Mexican Food & Cantina in San Diego is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic and delicious Mexican cuisine. With a wide range of mouthwatering dishes, Primos offers an unforgettable dining experience.

One standout item on their menu is the Flaming Hot Street Corn. For just $5, you can enjoy fresh corn seasoned with jalapeno and spices, topped with white sauce, Flamin’ Hot Cheeto crumbs, cotija cheese, and garnished with a lime wedge. This unique twist on a classic dish is bursting with flavor and will leave you wanting more.

If you're visiting during Caldo Season, be sure to try their Pozole. This hearty stewed pork and hominy dish is served with onions, cilantro, shredded cabbage, and tostada shells. It's the perfect comfort food for those chilly days.

Another popular option at Primos is their Albondigas soup. Made with Mexican meatballs, potatoes, and carrots in a flavorful chicken broth, this dish is served with rice and fresh tortillas. The combination of tender meatballs and aromatic broth will warm your soul.

For those who appreciate traditional Mexican cuisine, Primos also offers Menudo at select locations. This slow-cooked beef tripe soup features hominy, oregano, chiles, and is served with onions, cilantro, and fresh tortillas. It's a true taste of Mexico that will satisfy any cravings.

In addition to their delectable dishes, Primos also offers great promotions like their recent gift card offer. Customers had the opportunity to receive $20 in free Primos Gift Certificates when purchasing a $100 gift card. It's the perfect way to treat yourself or someone special during the holiday season.

With its commitment to quality ingredients and authentic flavors, it's no wonder that Primos Mexican Food & Cantina has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Whether you're in the mood for street corn, pozole, albondigas, or menudo, Primos is the place to go for a truly satisfying Mexican dining experience.