“I ordered a pollo buriito from what I remembered, and just the way it was grilled, yum!”
Roger, Google Maps review (2007-09-28)
Mexican
Casa Machado
Kearny Mesa, San DiegoRecommended
Roger discovered this well-hidden Mexican spot -- tucked inside the airport terminal area with views of planes landing and taking off -- through a friend, and rated it 5 stars for attentive service, fast-arriving plates and fresh, filling food; his pollo burrito came out well-grilled.
Start with pollo burrito, and check the restaurant’s current menu before you go.
What to order
Pollo burrito
Best for
A hidden airport-area lunch spot with plane views
Source-backed notes
Visit history
2007-09-28day precision · source explicit
★★★★★
“I ordered a pollo buriito from what I remembered, and just the way it was grilled, yum!”
Discovered through a friend; described the location as well-hidden inside the airport terminal area with views of planes landing and taking off. Staff checked in frequently; water and chips came out immediately and plates arrived faster than expected. Called the sides always warm with a good texture.
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From the order notes
Crab meat xiao long bao · Sheng jian bao · Zha jiang mian · Pork feet
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