Rubio's – Mexican
This sun-drenched coastal escape brings the vibrant spirit of Baja California to the table, where the aroma of toasted tortillas and zesty lime fills the air. Golden, beer-battered fish and savory surf-and-turf bowls offer a crisp, refreshing taste of the sea, perfectly complemented by the nostalgic sweetness of a cold root beer. Whether fueling up with a hearty breakfast burrito or sharing a colorful taco bar with friends, guests find a relaxed sanctuary that celebrates the bold, fresh flavors of the Pacific coast.
2959, Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA, 92019 +16196706628 https://www.rubios.com/store-locations/california/el-cajon/rancho-san-diego0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Rubio's
Dairy-Free at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including No-Fried Pinto Beans, Tortilla Chips and Black Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including No-Fried Pinto Beans, Tortilla Chips and Burrito Platter - Regular. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including No-Fried Pinto Beans, Surf & Turf Bowl and The Original Fish Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Surf & Turf Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including No-Fried Pinto Beans, Tortilla Chips and Black Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including No-Fried Pinto Beans, Tortilla Chips and Black Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mexican Rice, Black Beans and Build Your Own Taco Bar - Small. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Rubio's
Rubio's in El Cajon has 5 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mexican Rice, Black Beans and Build Your Own Taco Bar - Small. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Rubio's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| All-World Breakfast Burrito | 116.7 g | 57.6 g |
| Surf & Turf Bowl | 15.8 g | 33.5 g |
| The Original Fish Taco | 27.8 g | 29.6 g |
| No-Fried Pinto Beans | 2.1 g | 24.9 g |
| Beer-Battered Fish Burrito | 74.1 g | 20.6 g |
| Build Your Own Taco Bar - Small | 92.9 g | 17.7 g |
| Build Your Own Taco Bar - Regular | 92.9 g | 17.7 g |
| Burrito Box Lunch | 71.5 g | 14.1 g |
| Black Beans | 12.2 g | 7.1 g |
| Mexican Rice | 7.4 g | 3.7 g |
| Citrus Rice | 21 g | 2.4 g |
| Tortilla Chips | 7.3 g | 0.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
- Beer-Battered Fish Burrito - $11.99: Wild Alaska Pollock, beer-batter, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf & Turf Bowl - $14.49: Tender steak, pan-seared shrimp, 60g protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- All-World Breakfast Burrito - $10.99: Eggs, bacon, fresh guacamole, french fries, salsa fresca, chipotle white sauce, flour tortilla, toasted cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Original Fish Taco - $4.99: Wild Alaska Pollock, beer-batter, cabbage, salsa, white sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Catering Packages
- Build Your Own Taco Bar - Small - $65: Feeds 5 people. Choice of protein, beans, rice, and tortillas Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build Your Own Taco Bar - Regular - $125: Feeds 10 people. Choice of protein, beans, rice, and tortillas Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Platter - Small - $55: Feeds 5 people. Assorted burritos Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Platter - Regular - $105: Feeds 10 people. Assorted burritos Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Box Lunch - $13.99: Individual box with choice of burrito, No-Fried Pinto Beans, tortilla chips, 2 salsas, and a chocolate chunk cookie Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Barq's Root Beer - Fountain - $2.79: Fountain drink Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Sides
- No-Fried Pinto Beans - $2.49: Vegetarian pinto beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans - $2.49: Vegetarian black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Citrus Rice - $2.49: Vegetarian rice with citrus notes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Rice - $2.49: Traditional vegetarian Mexican rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortilla Chips - $1.99: Stone-ground corn chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Rubio's
- Is Rubio's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Rubio's has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including No-Fried Pinto Beans, Tortilla Chips and Black Beans.
- What can I eat at Rubio's on a dairy-free diet?
- No-Fried Pinto Beans, Tortilla Chips and Black Beans carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Rubio's have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including No-Fried Pinto Beans and Tortilla Chips.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Rubio's?
- All-World Breakfast Burrito, at roughly 57.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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