Cafe Coyote

Cafe Coyote is a Mexican restaurant at 2461 San Diego Avenue in Old Town, San Diego, California, popular with visitors exploring the historic district. The menu mixes traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes, with handmade tortillas as the signature feature, often made in view of diners. Enchiladas and sizzling fajitas are among the most-ordered plates, accompanied by rice, beans and house salsas. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily, which makes the restaurant a flexible stop at any time of day. The dining room is large and festive, decorated in a colourful Mexican style, and the big patio is a main attraction, particularly in San Diego's mild weather. Noise levels are high at busy meal times, and the atmosphere is casual, family-friendly and group-oriented. There is no dress code. The beverage programme includes margaritas, Mexican beer, tequila selections and soft drinks, and margaritas are a common choice on the patio. Prices are moderate, about $20 to $35 per person, with drinks adding to the bill. Reservations are accepted mainly for groups, and walk-ins are welcome; lines can form at peak lunch and dinner times and on weekends, so large parties should book ahead and others can arrive early. The restaurant sits within walking distance of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, its museums and the shops and plazas of the district, so a meal fits easily before or after sightseeing. Old Town is also served by the trolley and Coaster stations, making it simple to reach without a car, and paid lots are available nearby for those driving. Weekday lunches and mid-afternoon visits are generally calmer. Visitors wanting a lively, informal meal in a tourist-friendly setting will find the restaurant suited to families, cruise-ship guests and groups.