Late-night taco counters, drive-through chains near UCSD, and quick-service stops for surfers and hospital staff — 20 fast food options serve La Jolla. Return to Dining & Drink.
737 Pearl St UNIT 113, La Jolla, CA 92037
+1 858-456-0462
Verified7836 Herschel Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
+1 858-200-9888
Verified8867 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste 600A, La Jolla, CA 92037
+1 858-587-8989
Verified3351 Nobel Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
+1 858-450-4417
Verified2206 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
+1 858-459-2300
Verified8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
+1 858-554-1866
VerifiedDon Carlos Taco Shop։ dominates fast-food traffic in 92037 with its late-night taco counter on Pearl Street, 4.6 stars on Google. The 20 quick-service listings span national chains and local counters along La Jolla Village Drive, Torrey Pines Road, and Regents Road near UCSD. Students, surfers, and Scripps Memorial staff drive much of the quick-service traffic in 92037.
A step up from fast food, Mexican restaurants like Puesto La Jolla serve hand-pressed tortillas and mezcal. Delis offer a fresh alternative. More taco shops line the coast in Pacific Beach.
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