El Farolito

We've been here once before on the recommendation of my uncle. Such a great recommendation. We were in the area once again and stopped in for a quick lunch. I ordered a burrito and my husband had breakfast enchiladas. Everything was so good. I took home a major portion of my burrito because the serving is so large. My son ate my leftovers and loved it. My husband said his plate of food was fantastic. The restaurant doesn't really look like a restaurant from the outside. It looks like a house and inside, it feels like you're sitting in someone's house, being served excellent Mexican food. The service was attentive and friendly. It was really an amazing dining experience.

This is the quintessential Mexican food restaurant and it was amazing!!!We came at 230p and sat down immediately, though this place is reportedly busy and can lines out the door. Chips were fresh out of the fryer and the salsa was incredible. Service was polite and quick.I had the carne asada plate and I loved every bite. Even their rice and beans were phenomenal. My wife had the chile relleno and cheese tamale and I was blown away by her food as well. I love places like El Farolito that leave no stone unturned when it comes to flavor and quality. This must be considered one of the best Mexican food restaurants in all of SoCal. Thanks Yelpers for helping me find this gem. I will be making the trek out here for more visits!!

Reddit was right--El Farolito serves the best Mexican food in OC! There's a reason this place is always buzzing: the food is simply incredible. It's classic, no-frills Mexican cuisine done right, with generous portions that will leave you full and satisfied. Plus, the complimentary chips and salsa are a great.I always go for the enchiladas and a taco, while my husband swears by the carne asada plate--you truly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The restaurant has a cozy, welcoming vibe, and while the line can be long, the wait is never too bad. Service is friendly and efficient, making the whole experience even better. Definitely a must-visit!

The service was perfect. This is only a review for the food. I really wanted to like this place. But when the food came out, every single dish was incredibly salty. I didn't finish either of the plates, I couldn't get past a couple bites of either dish. When we went to the weight was super short. The places pretty well sized, and the noise Isn't that bad. It was Saturday a little bit before noon, and again the service was incredible. Our server was very lovely, but don't think I'll try this place again.

Classic Mexican food at affordable prices. This place has been here forever and it's lasted for a reason. Everything here has been excellent. Even their drinks are good.Highly recommend!

Been coming here consistently my entire 20s and half my 30s so when it was my choice to pick a dinner spot for a night out with friends, I chose this place. They asked me why and I said because I felt like Mexican food and I love this place. As always, there's a wait. By wait, I mean, there's a line out there door, seating and heat lamps alongside the building, but service is fast and efficient so it's not a hard wait. I rarely get cocktails because I want to enjoy all the food but I was just so happy to hear so I ordered a michelada. Delicious! A must! Chicken flautas are my fave! Can't wait to go back!

Tasty traditional Mexican cuisine I especially enjoy the carnitas machaca a generous portion with jalapeno in the mix. Creamy beans, rice and warm tortillas. Chips and salsa get you started and I order a small menudo too. Service is friendly and efficient. Feels like a family home ambiance party vibes.

This is a family owned, quaint restaurant in Placentia. Parking was a bit of a challenge but that may prove to be true during peak hours. We were there for lunch and we all ordered a taco salad. The shell was a bit greasy but the actual salad tasted delicious. It didn't have any "wow" factor of being different from another similar restaurant. Pricing was moderate. There was no salsa for the taco salad, so you will need to pay additional for some on the side.

Small place that we found one day. Food was good and it seems to be popular. Hope we can try it again soon. Service was good and the regular folks seemed to get more attention.

"I've found my favorite spot at El Farolito! The corner of the plate is always filled to perfection! The service is lightning-fast, and the waitresses are absolutely awesome. What's even more impressive is the restaurant's rich history - my dad has been coming here for over 60 years, and I've been following in his footsteps for 40 years. It's a true testament to El Farolito's enduring quality and charm!"