Barbara Vasquez
Jun 18, 2026"Drive thru was easy, a bit of an echo. Food was good and I asked the gal for cucumbers and lemon and she gave me a little bag of each at no additional cost."
Mexican Restaurant 3.8· 685 reviews $10–20
Taquería la nueva imperial
California, United States
Discover Taquería la nueva imperial in Chula Vista offering Mexican comfort food with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and drive-through options in a casual setting.
3.8 / 5
Guest rating
685
Reviews
Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine
California
City
$10–20
Price level
Closes at 11:00 PM
Overview
About Taquería la nueva imperial
Located at 1351 3rd Ave in Chula Vista, CA, Taquería la nueva imperial serves traditional Mexican dishes with a focus on comfort food and quick bites. The restaurant offers a casual and cozy atmosphere with rooftop and outdoor seating available.
The menu features popular items like Carne Asada Fries, Campechana Fries, Mulitas, and Adobada Tacos. Suitable for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the venue provides dine-in, takeout, drive-through, and delivery services with options for no-contact delivery.
Accessibility is supported with wheelchair accessible entrances, seating, parking, and restrooms. Payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Free parking is available nearby.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 1351 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA Takeout, Drive-through, Delivery Family-friendly, Groups, College students Wheelchair accessible Credit & Debit Cards, Mobile Payments Free parking lot & street parking
Quick facts
- Fast service with drive-through available
- Late-night food offered
- Rooftop and outdoor seating
- Typical visit duration: about 10 minutes
- No table service, casual counter ordering
- Good spot for solo dining or groups
- Accepts credit, debit, and NFC mobile payments
On the menu
Top picks at Taquería la nueva imperial
Signature dishes, shareable plates, and the items regulars keep coming back for.
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Amenities & features
What's available at the restaurant
Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Taquería la nueva imperial.
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Rooftop seating
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Seating
- No Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- No Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
Hours
Opening hours
When Taquería la nueva imperial is open during the week.
Closes at 11:00 PM
- Monday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Wednesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Location
Location & Nearby Places
Central California, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.
Photos
Photos of Taquería la nueva imperial
A look at the food, the dining room, drinks, and the exterior of Taquería la nueva imperial.
Reviews
Reviews for Taquería la nueva imperial
What recent guests say after dining at Taquería la nueva imperial.
3.8/ 5
Based on 685 guest reviews
Adobada Tacos Carne Asada Fries Drive Thru Rolled Tacos Campechana Fries Dollar Tacos Tripa Tacos Trompo Campechana Burritos Mulitas
Tcgb
Jun 16, 2026"Taquería La Nueva Imperial is all about bold, straight-up street flavor. The tacos come out hot, loaded, and unapologetically messy—in the best way. The meats are well-seasoned, juicy, and hit with that perfect char. Nothing fancy here, just real-deal comfort food that does exactly what you want it to do. It’s quick, satisfying, and always worth the stop."
Francisco Alderete
May 25, 2026"If it wasn't for the pricing being a bit steep, ( nowadays pretty much everywhere) and the tripa tacos being completely over fried and having a bit of "stuff" still in the tripa LoL, I would have given them 5 stars. I've been here on numerous occasions and ordered different items, they are constantly great tasting. I don't know if they got a different tripa vendor or what but the tripa was not cleaned all the way to what I'm used to eating. Needless to say I had to throw 2 Tripa tacos away and enjoyed the 2 adobada and 2 cabesa tacos. They were delicious. Quick update: I gave them another try Jan 2026 and it was pretty damn good this time. Hopefully they keep it up!"
Peter Fox
May 08, 2026"First time here and tried the adobada tacos. Tortillas handmade to order, adobada was flavorful and all the toppings were fresh and delicious. They have $1.50 adobada street tacos Monday thru Saturday until 2pm. Awesome and friendly service!!"
Aram K
Apr 10, 2026"Really good tacos. Very nice atmosphere. Staff is cool too. Will be coming back for more."
Luis chacon
Mar 20, 2026"Giving it 4 stars because they sell some of the freshest roll tacos I've tried. Been ordering those every time Good sauces too. The adobada tastes a little weird."
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about visiting Taquería la nueva imperial in Chula Vista.
Hours may vary, but the restaurant generally serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Checking ahead is advised for current timings.
Yes, vegetarian items such as vegetarian burritos and sides like beans and guacamole are available on the menu.
The location includes wheelchair accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating to accommodate visitors with mobility needs.
Reservations are not accepted, and service operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payments can be made via credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payment methods.
Free parking is available both in a lot adjacent to the restaurant and along nearby streets.
The restaurant offers rooftop and outdoor seating for those who prefer to dine outside.
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