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10/31/2026
🎃👻 Happy Halloween from Casa Machado! 🧡
We’re open today from 10 AM – 3 PM, so stop by for some delicious Mexican food and drinks before heading out for your Halloween festivities! 🌮🍹
Need some last-minute party essentials? We’ve got you covered! Grab some chips & salsa or a pitcher of our magic potion 🧙♀️🍹 (aka our House Margarita!) Available for purchase to make your Halloween festivities even better! 🎃
We’ll be back to our regular hours tomorrow, Sunday, November 1st, from 10 AM – 9 PM!
Have a fun and safe Halloween! 🕸️🧡
10/24/2026
🌮❤️ WELCOME TO CASA MACHADO! ✈️🇲🇽
A little hidden gem with a whole lot of history, delicious food, and heart! ❤️
Located on the 2nd floor of Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport, Casa Machado has been serving the San Diego community for over 70 years, with the past 24 years proudly operated by our family! 🫶
When you visit, simply enter through the airport terminal, head up the stairs, and you’ll find our family-run Mexican restaurant waiting to welcome you!
For us, Casa Machado is more than just a restaurant. It’s a place where families gather, friendships are made, and memories are shared over great food and margaritas. 🍹🌮
We take pride in providing amazing service, treating our guests like family, and making everyone feel right at home. Whether it’s your first visit or you’ve been coming for years, there’s always a seat at our table! ❤️
📍 3750 John J. Montgomery Dr., San Diego, CA 92123
✈️ 2nd Floor | Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport
Come for the food, stay for the views, and leave feeling like family! ❤️
10/15/2026
Bad day? We’ve got margaritas. 🍹
Feeling hungry? We’ve got your favorites. 🌮🌯
Long day? Say less… another round! 🥃😏
Whatever the problem, Casa Machado is always the solution! ❤️🇲🇽
📍Come hungry, leave happy!
10/10/2026
🥶🍾 San Diego weather really said, “Surprise! It’s sweater weather!” 😂🌥️
But don’t worry, Casa Machado has you covered! 🌮🥂
Warm up with some delicious Mexican food, enjoy the beautiful runway views, and sip your way through our Ch*****ne Brunch! 🍳✈️
🥂 Includes 3 glasses of ch*****ne or mimosas! Because a little chilly weather never stopped a good brunch! 😉
📍 Casa Machado Mexican Restaurant
🕙 Saturday & Sunday | 10 AM – 3 PM
Cloudy skies, bubbly vibes! 🥂☁️
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10/01/2026
🥩🍤 STEAK & SHRIMP kind of day! 😍
Come hungry and enjoy our delicious Steak & Shrimp Plate featuring juicy steak, 3 bacon-wrapped shrimp, cheesy enchiladas, rice & beans! 🤤🔥
The perfect combo when you can’t decide between steak, shrimp, or enchiladas… so why not have it ALL? 😏🌮
📍 Come enjoy it today at Casa Machado!
09/29/2026
🌮🍤Tuesday tastes even better at Casa Machado! 🍻
Come enjoy our Enchilada del Mar 🌊 — a flour tortilla filled with grilled shrimp, covered in our savory ranchero sauce, topped with avocado & sour cream, and served with rice and sweet corn. 🤤🔥
And wash it down with our Tuesday specials:
🍺 $5 B**r Bottles
🍅 $8.95 Micheladas
Good food, cold drinks & Tuesday vibes — we’ll see you at Casa Machado! 🌮🍻✨
09/26/2026
📞 Casa Machado is calling… you gonna answer or let good Mexican food go to voicemail? 👀🌮🍹😂
09/25/2026
It’s FRIDAY! 🎉🌮🍹 Come kick off the weekend at Casa Machado with a #14 and your favorite margarita! 😋
Good food, cold drinks, and Friday vibes are waiting for you. 🌴☀️🍻 👀🌮
07/24/2026
🥃 Whether you drink it straight, on the rocks, or insist it’s “just one margarita”… we support your life choices. 🍹😂
It’s National Tequila Day, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how!
🔥 2x1 Torada Tequila Shots
🥃 $7 Fortaleza Shots
🥃 $7 Mijenta Cristalino Shots
🥃 $4 Gran Malo Shots
🌶️ $6 Mexican Candy Shots
Tag the friend who always says, “I wasn’t even gonna drink today…” 👀🍋
See you at Casa Machado! Salud! 🥂🌵
07/23/2026
🦸 San Diego is full of superheroes today… but the real legend knows where to find the giant margaritas. 🍹😏
Escape the Comic-Con crowds, refuel, and let us save your day.
✨ Open 11 AM – 9 PM
🍹 Happy Hour 3 PM – 7 PM
📍Casa Machado Mexican Restaurant
07/19/2026
⚽🏆 IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS! 🏆⚽
Join us today for Sunday Ch*****ne Brunch (10AM–3PM) and catch the FIFA World Cup Final at 12PM with great food, cold drinks, and unbeatable specials! 🍳🍹🍺
🍅 House Bloody Marys or Bloody Maria’s – $8.95
🍹 House Margaritas – $8.95
🥃 Fortaleza Shots – $7.00
🍺 B**r Bottles – $5.00
🌶️ Upgrade any b**r to a Michelada for +$3.95
🔥 TODAY IS THE LAST DAY to enjoy our World Cup drink specials‼️‼️don’t miss out‼️‼️‼️
Bring your friends, cheer on your team, and let’s end the tournament the right way at Casa Machado Mexican Restaurant! ✈️🇲🇽⚽
🥂 Brunch: 10AM–3PM
⚽ Game on our big screens!
Address
3750 John J Montgomery Drive
San Diego, CA
92123
To get to the Mexican restaurant and bar & grill on John J Montgomery Drive in San Diego, you can use several modes of transport.
Public Transport:
- Take the bus or trolley to Balboa Park Station
- Walk for around 10 minutes towards the direction of John J Montgomery Dr. You will see the restaurant on your left.
Driving/Parking:
- From downtown San Diego, take Highway 163 North
- Take the exit for Cabrillo Bridge/Balboa Park and stay in the left lane.
- Keep left at the fork and merge onto Laurel St., then turn left onto Balboa Dr.
- Turn right onto El Prado, then continue onto John J Montgomery Dr.
- The restaurant is on your right. There is a parking lot available as well as street parking around the area.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9pm |
| Friday |
11am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 9pm |
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What people say
Mexican restaurants are known for their vibrant and flavorful dishes, and Casa Machado Mexican Restaurant on John J Montgomery Drive in San Diego is no exception. This restaurant offers an authentic taste of Mexico with fresh ingredients and exceptional customer service.
One of the unique features of Casa Machado is its location on top of Montgomery Field Airport, providing diners with a stunning view of planes taking off and landing while enjoying their meals. The recent remodeling, including an access lift, has made the restaurant even more accessible to all customers.
The menu at Casa Machado is filled with traditional Mexican dishes that are sure to satisfy any craving. From sizzling fajitas to mouth-watering enchiladas, every dish is prepared with care and attention to detail. The fully stocked bar also offers a variety of margaritas and other cocktails that perfectly complement the flavors of the food.
But what really sets Casa Machado apart is its commitment to excellent customer service. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure every guest feels welcome and satisfied with their dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just grabbing a quick bite, Casa Machado Mexican Restaurant is the perfect destination for delicious food and great service.
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