Our Mexican restaurant offers the best Mexican food around! We use the freshest ingredients in all of our authentic Mexican dishes. Whether you're looking for tacos, seafood, or an ice cold margarita, our family restaurant has it all. Looking for a caterer to help out with a special event? We offer full service catering for any occasion! Stop in to our cafe today!
Reviews for Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe
Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe received an average rating of 3.83 out of 5 stars from 6 reviews.
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by gomez on 10/4/2021
Jimmy Carter's Mexican cafe serves up hefty portions of Mexican and American fare in a homespun decor, a cut above coffee shop standards. Handsomely arranged plates almost sag under the weight of such copious breakfasts as buckwheat… Read Full Editorial
Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe by buster b via Insider Pages on 1/7/2011
Fans of the eclectic have a safe haven at Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe. As the name suggests, there is a healthy dose of Mexican cuisine. Authentic dishes brought together by Jimmy, in his quest to make good regional Mexican dishes, and…
Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe by Leonard Pollard via Citysearch on 1/7/2011
Fans of the eclectic have a safe haven at Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe. As the name suggests, there is a healthy dose of Mexican cuisine. Authentic dishes brought together by Jimmy, in his quest to make good regional Mexican dishes, and…
FANTASTIC FOOD by Jenna H via Insider Pages on 9/29/2008
Yes, JC's has moved to 5th Avenue in Hillcrest and the building may not be as quaint and charming as the old location, BUT, they have done some major work on the interior and exterior of the new location and it looks fantastic. and MORE…
WARNING! Jimmy Carter's Has Changed by Steph J via Insider Pages on 9/17/2008
I completely agree with the positive review. However, it refers to the old JC's location on Washington. That location is closed, and sadly, so too is all the good food that was found there.
International comfort foods have made this affordably priced cafe a crowd favorite. by Amanda Knoles via Citysearch on 6/30/2008
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The homespun name (after its owner, not a former White House resident) and cozy ambience are a surprising contrast to the eclectic menu at this popular eatery situated a stone's throw from Balboa Park. Appetizers span…
My Review by Don via GrubHub on 4/21/2008
They unfortunately forgot 2 items in my order and left us scrambling to make sure our diabetic family member had food.
One of the best Mexican restaurants in San Diego! by Dave M via Insider Pages on 12/11/2007
Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe is one of the best Mexican restaurants in San Diego! Everyone I take there loves it. The chicken burrito is awesome, as are the enchiladas and the pork tamales. You really can't go wrong here if you're looking…
