La Especial Norte - Encinitas

Good food. The beef enchiladas were good. The rice was good. Their guacamole is good because it's simple and I like their salsa with it. Definitely try another dish next time. Can't wait to try it again sometime. It gets super busy and one area for the dining room and a little small, but it's good. They do have a bar and outside patio seating. Their crispy tacos are good too. My husband and I definitely like this spot.

The best soup ever! Doesn't matter which one, all are delish. Been coming here since 1989. So good

We've been living in Encinitas for 3 years and have wanted to eat here and I'm sad that we waited this long! We arrived on a Thursday night at 530pm and were seated inside right away (plenty of seating outside on their patio too) in a booth. Within an hour the place filled up with locals. Fast and friendly service. The drinks, chips, and salsa were great. Really appreciate the kids menu. My wife and I both ordered enchiladas which were solid the red mole was a bit strong for my wife (but to each their own). I'm so glad that I ordered the chicken soup because it was AMAZING. A friend had recommended trying one of their many authentic soups and I will definitely be back just for the soup alone!

Wonderful food and service! We really enjoyed the margaritas!

The chicken soup is as good as it gets from a restaurant. I always add a bowl of the salsa to mix in with the soup and crush up the tortilla chips which really adds whatever you could say it lacks. The carne asada burrito is also delicious. As much as I love enchiladas, their green sauce is not very good. Service is excellent always!