I used to go here all the time 10 years ago, but hadn't been back in almost a decade until this past Saturday night. I was happy to see that not much had changed. (I thought it was great as it was.)

My favorite part remains that it's mostly outdoors. I like drinking (as well as dining) 'al fresco.' I've always been surprised how rare that is in San Diego, given the temperate climate here year round. But it's available here at En Fuego.

It was less crowded last weekend than it used to be 10 years ago. But that just made it easier for us to get drinks at the bar. It was still pretty full, but not like 'back in the day,' when it could get so crowded it would become impossible to make your way across the bar or upstairs.

Drinks here aren't cheap. But they're pretty reasonably priced, I think, given the location in Del Mar. I've also always liked that the bartenders here are particularly friendly. And they were again the other night.

Amazingly, I've never actually eaten here, despite having been to En Fuego dozens and dozens of times. I've never heard anything bad about the food here. But I've never heard raves either.

Parking can be a little bit of an issue here, though, I should note. So at popular times (like weekend nights) be prepared to circle the nearby residential side streets for a few blocks before finding a space.

Eating at En Fuego is like eating in a tree house. The set up of this restaurant is cool and unique. The food isn't particularly memorable, but its good and I would definitely go back. Service is a little slow and its not a good choice for a cold day because there is no real indoor seating, but for happy hour or lunch when the weather is nice this is a great place to go. Prices are reasonable. Parking is annoying, especially during the summer, because the restaurant is located on the main strip in Del Mar, but you can usually find something on the street. I like taking out of town visitors here because its definitely different from other Mexican restaurants.

I have been going to En Fuego for several years. The food is always good and the margaritas are even better.

Fun happening restaurant in Del Mar. Good solid Mexican food, tasty chips and cute hostesses at the front. Gets very busy on Friday and Saturday nights, but don't miss the great prices on Taco Tuesdays.

Loved the Margaritas! The chips have a great spice to them too! the happy hours are a great place to meet after work, always busy and friendly staff! Parking is difficult on fridays but worth the driving around.