25 Essential Santee Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Santee.
Broken Yolk Cafe
California
Cheery chain serving all-day breakfast, including Mexican dishes, plus sandwiches & burgers.
Phil's BBQ
California
Casual eatery & bar for signature mesquite-barbecued babyback & beef ribs, plus sandwiches & sides.
Cotijas Taco Shop
California
Outpost of a local chain of basic taquerias known for its shrimp burritos, tacos & stews.
Cafe 67
Santee, California
Retro-inspired diner offering an extensive menu of American comfort food for breakfast & lunch.
Rubio's Coastal Grill
Santee, California
Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.
Bad Hombres Good Mexican Food
Santee, California
Service options: Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
The Sizzling Pizza
Santee, California
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Jimmy's of Santee
Santee, California
Long-running eatery & sports bar serving American comfort food in a casual, diner-like space.
Oggi's
Santee, California
Santee chain outpost serving handcrafted pizza, pasta & draft beers in a sports-bar setting.
Oaks Bar & Grill
Santee, California
Informal sports-centric spot with a patio serving American fare all day at Carlton Oaks Golf Course.
In-N-Out Burger
Santee, California
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
Sombrero Mexican Food
Santee, California
Counter-service chain offering a big menu of San Diego-style Mexican eats including breakfast.
El Rancho
Santee, California
Unassuming Mexican eatery serving tacos, burritos & breakfast, with indoor & outdoor seating.
Epic Wings
Santee, California
Counter-serve local chain that offers boneless & bone-in Buffalo wing combo meals.
Sayulitas Mexican Food
Santee, California
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for.
Tasty Deli Sandwiches
Santee, California
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Emma's Mexican Food
Santee, California
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Boll Weevil
Santee, California
Casual, Western-themed eatery serving hearty portions of American eats including a half-lb. burger.
Pizzabilities Santee - Powered by Nicolosis
Santee, California
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for.
Ferny's Mexican Grill
Santee, California
Enchiladas, tacos & other Mexican staples are sold at this counter-serve restaurant with breakfast.
Marieta's
Santee, California
Carne asada, enchiladas & other traditional Mexican dishes offered in a relaxed cantina.
Los Rancheritos Mexican Food
Santee, California
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Roberto's Taco Shop Lakeside
Santee, California
Enduring counter-serve chain restaurant with a menu of down-home Mexican plates.
Sandwich Bags Deli and Catering
Santee, California
Standard sandwich shop also serving salads, soups & breakfast for dine-in or delivery.
IHOP
Santee, California
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.