The Most Delicious Restaurants in Santa Ana

"Very tasty taco place. We tried all kinds of tacos. We had the carne asada, the Al pastor, the carnitas and the fish. We also had the crispy shredded beef tacos and the surf and turf burrito that she said was the specialty. They were all pretty good. The only one I would pass on in the future was the fish taco. The surf and turf burrito had shrimp and carne asada and the salsa they had was really good. Probably my favorites were the crispy tacos and the burrito but I enjoyed the rest of the tacos too. We ordered a ton of food but it came out fast and the cashier that took the order was really friendly."

"One of my favorite Mexican food spots with a great view. Portions are huge so always end up with left overs."

"I wish this place was 5 stars but honestly its really an overly hyped cafe. I had high expectations due to the reviews and I left disappointed.I ordered the green pazole and Mexican fluffy pancakes.First red flag- they charge you for chips n salsaThe food is NOT bad, its just not amazing either. Pay $15-$17 for 3 regular pancakes ( nothing fluffy amount them) a sliced half of a strawberry lol cmon guys. Now the pazole verde- I REALLY wanted to love this because I was craving it, but unfortunately super disappointing. Its not terrible but its just blah.For $17-$21 for pazole, I would hope its bomb but it wasnt.$7-$10 drinks ( Arnold Palmer and Horchata) Overall I was disappointed because I couldve made 3 "actually" fluffy pancakes at home , and made my homemade green pasole rather than paying $60 for 2 meals that were just blah.Can I cook myself... yes! But I didnt want to. I wanted to treat myself and my son and instead I left feeling robbed of money for a mediocre placeThis is a 6/10 place"

"Let's start with the show stopper- the shrimp quesadilla! The shrimp quesadilla was sooo good! It was loaded with cheese and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. And you get a lot of shrimp. My fiancé said it was the best shrimp quesadilla he has ever had. And I agree, it was great! 10/10The cheese enchiladas with avocado added were great! Super cheesy and had good flavor. I also added eggs for more protein, and that really made this dish delicious!! 10/10 I will definitely be back. This place was amazing."

"This was our first time at Flecha Cantina and let me start off by saying, our server Annabel was amazing! Food was delicious and it came out pretty fast! The atmosphere was great! It felt like you were in a club lol but it's not, great music and drinks! Staff were amazing!Ask for Annabel next time you're there, she'll take care of you!"

"Come here!! (not the touristy places on PCH). The food is excellent, quick service, even when there's a line out the door, and great prices. We used to come here in 2014 when we lived here. We were very happy to see it's still outstanding and Carlos and staff are working hard and excellently after 10 years!"

"My first time trying out this place. I have heard good things about this place and finally got the chance to try it out since I was near by. Good that they have a parking lot and when you enter their restaurant you are greeted. First of all, the smell that hits you upon entering; you're already drooling or maybe I was that hungry. I smelled amazing. So I got myself two fish tacos and a shrimp. In all honesty, by my life experiences at other places I would receive diet sized fish strip or baby shrimp in a taco. This place they really mean business, you are not going to receive no diet sized strips, they gonna give you the real thing. The flavors, they are actually there. Cutting my story short this place is really worth it. Loved the food so much and they even give you chips and salsa. The salsa made me tear up because it tasted so close to what my grandma's."

"Food overall was okay. Filet Mignon tasted better than Asada. The Shredded Beef taquitos appetizer is very good. Guacamole not impressed. Ceviche way over priced $25 for 3 very small portions. Tacos were okay, tortillas were way too greasy. Transferred to flour tortillas. The green salsa is very good and tasty!Ambiance for Sat night after 5pm was great. Super busy for small place and great music and choice of music. The bar was full and no empty space.Service was decent. Did not clear plates enough especially for very small tables. Reservation for sisters bday of 8 people and they awkwardly place one square and one round table together. Not convenient, or logical."

"Small hole in the wall place with lots of flavor. We were at the ice rink down the street and walked over here for lunch. It is a small location on the edge of a strip mall. They have a few tables inside and out. Order at the counter. They have a good variety of foods. The wrap is grilled and delicious. We also got noodles, which had some kick. Everything we had good and we will definitely be back."

"Who would have thought a small, rinky, hole in the wall Mexican diner would offer one of the best chicken fried steaks!! Being from the south, I grew up on hearty breakfasts. Everything loaded with gravy. Carlito's CFS did not disappoint!! Crispy chicken steak smothered, no, drowning in sausage gravy! For the price you really get a large portion too. It included 3 eggs made your way, I opted for hashbrowns and a side of toast. The diner itself is very tidy and clean. Excellent customer service. Upon entry, go to the counter to place your order then they will bring your food out."

"Always a family favorite for over 20+ years Great little hole in the wall. Grandkids grew up coming here."

"LOVED LOVED LOVED Brayan & Beto!!!! Service was amazing, food was fantastic!!!! Had a long day & was indecisive, most restaurants when I ask what do you recommend seem bothered by the question but Brayan immediately suggested with confidence. All things he suggested were A+!"

"El Cantorito is located on Santa Fe Ave in Old Town Placentia. It is one of MANY Mexican restaurants that are independently owned and operated. It's pretty easy to locate; there's limited street parking and a public parking lot in the back of the building. The inside of the restaurant is clean and well maintained and very casual. Seating consists of wooden tables and chairs. No music was playing, but there is a jukebox available to get some tunes going if you please. I'm always on the look out for a good chile relleno and a friend highly recommended theirs. Today I opted for the make-your-own-combo for which I chose a chile relleno and a carnitas crunchy taco. Well, my friend was right! The chile relleno was delicious! The cheese was melty, just the way I like it, and the sauce was unlike any I'd had before. It looked very unpretentious, but the flavor was amazing! The taco was equally tasty. The shell looked too perfect to be freshly made, but it had a nice crunch. The carnitas were oh, so tender and flavorful! Finished off with the right amount of lettuce and tomatoes, it rounded off the meal perfectly. I've mentioned before that the chips and salsa at a Mexican restaurant ara a big part of its overall rating and both the chips and the salsa here are on point.There only seemed to be one person doing everything (taking and delivering orders AND doing the cooking), but she did a fantastic job of keeping everything running smoothly. El Cantorito has taken a spot in my top 3 favorite places for chile rellenos and chips & salsa!"

"I don't eat here enough and I should because I love all their tacos. It's a good size and it's always a long line when I come here but I got here at a good time. Their fresh salsa bar is always my favorite too, their pico is just so perfect, I can't get it like that anywhere else. I always get the grilled and fried fish taco here and that was enough for me that day. I usually get 4 tacos but this time, I just needed 2 since I was gonna be busy that day."

"Oh man! I recently rediscovered this taco truck. I've visited a couple times before but forgot the location and name. When I recently looked up local taco trucks, this came to light and when I got there I was like.. OH that's where you are :) Their asada and al pastor are top notch. I got a couple tacos and our friends got burritos. Their sauces are really good and salsas are pretty spicy. I got grilled onions and extra fixings on top. This is more of a to-go spot unless you want to eat on your trunk or car :) Will be back!"

"Absolutely look forward to eating a lot of my meals here when I come into town. Super great food and service at a hole in the wall restaurant. Best Chicken tacos. I dream of my next visit in town and the house green sauce. Definitely don't miss out and come by for some amazing food. And Richard is still here helping out. Have eaten here for so many years. Growing up in the area it's fun to come and still see his face helping out. We need a restaurant like this in Idaho."

"Varsity Burgers in Anaheim is a fantastic spot, especially for those wanting a great meal without paying the typical "theme park tax." Located just a short distance from Disneyland, it's an ideal place to eat before or after visiting the park. I ordered a large order of chili fries and a hot pastrami sandwich, and both were impressive. The chili fries were generously topped and delicious, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.The hot pastrami sandwich was the highlight for me, piled high with tender, flavorful meat that made each bite satisfying. The portions are massive and definitely worth the money. It's a great choice if you're looking for hearty, quality food at a reasonable price outside the theme park.I recommend the breakfast burritos, they are massive and well worth the money. Also the service is impeccable. They get your order out QUICKLY."

"Taco Tuesday spot inside the packing house in Anaheim. Small place was busy but we had good customer service. Valet parking is $10 parking here is a madness even on a week day. The atmosphere was chill good vibes not loud just perfect."

"Omar was my server and he was amazing ! Great entertainer and I will be back. Also loved the food"

"This place has great food, prices, and friendly staff. Bathrooms were clean. Salsa bar is wonderful with very flavorful sauces. The tacos were small but very tasty. I had 4 crispy tacos and my husband had 8 of them."

"Was craving a burrito and decided to try out Burriot Bros. The hubs and I shared a shrimp burrito and a couple of fish tacos. The shrimp burrito was fantastic. Fresh veggies, delicious sauce, and dare I say, but not super heavy being a burrito! The fish tacos on the other hand, missed the mark for me. I thought they were a bit bland and wished they would sauce those bad boys up a bit more. Anyways, 5 stars for the shrimp burrito!"

"This is a hole in the wall taco place and as authentic as you get besides food trucks or street taco stands. They have tacos, burritos, quesadillas with your choice of meat and cilantro, onions and or cheese as a toppings. They used to have an open salsa bar which was great now you have to ask for sauce, jalapeño etc the staff seem reluctant to give them to you. There are not a lot of parking in front and sometimes there is a long line."

"4+ A large restaurant that serves Mexican food and seems like it's good for groups. The service was good and very attentive. I thought this place was very nice and it has that Orange County aesthetic. I'm not sure how to fully explain it, but it's along the lines of just what you might see as a nice restaurant that's attached to a hotel or something. I met up with my colleague here for appetizers and drinks. We ordered a few of the coconut calamari, some tacos, and a few glasses of bourbon.If you look in the right place, you can find a really good value for some awesome bourbons. The food was great. I can't complain there. The spot is definitely a good place for catching up with people or business dinners and lunches. As a matter of fact, I think there were three or four different groups that were there for work related purposes at the time we were there. In terms of parking, I think this area is tough to find parking unless you want to pay lots of money. The restaurant does validate, but if you stay a little over, then the pricing could rack up really quickly."

"It's about time. After driving by this Newport Beach gem dozens (if not hundreds) of times I finally had the opportunity to stop by for lunch. Tidepoole is well known to both the locals and tourists of Newport Beach. Their storefront is front and center on PCH, so it's truly hard to miss. I stopped by today after attending a nearby yoga class and grabbed a bite to-go. Their menu was straight forward, with options like sandwiches, pizzas, light sides, etc. I ordered the Charlie Sammy: sourdough, pesto, artichoke, provolone, tomatoes, and arugula. I also paid extra to add chicken as protein. The meal was delicious and served with a sliced pickle. The restaurant was close to empty, but I bet it stays jam packed during the summer months. Despite the slow season, parking is still tough. You'll find street parking available in the nearby residential neighborhoods. Luckily it's a nice walk, so don't let this small hiccup keep you from visiting!"

"如洪水猛獸的通貨膨脹，對外食族群的開銷影響甚大， 但 墨西哥 Mexican 料理 漲幅並不明顯，同樣花上美金 $30 吃中餐可能就是兩樣份量中等的炒菜還不包括米飯，但相同價格選擇墨西哥餐點可能已經可以點上擺滿一桌的豐富菜色。當然，各種料理的食材原料、製作方式、成本皆不同，但 經濟實惠 ＄ 的墨西哥料理總是讓人吃來格外飽足。這間位於 Fullerton 專賣街邊風格墨西哥捲餅 Taco 的小店，價格不貴口味也不差，且每份 Taco 都會淋上酪梨醬不加價，在物價飛漲中特別能感受其美味魅力。 早期是由餐車發跡進而開設店面，目前是由新的管理團隊經營。近期可以在路邊街道發現更多販售墨西哥小吃的攤販出沒，或許口味上也相當出色，但有著店面的餐廳在衛生條件上還是比較可以放心的。菜單內容就是墨西哥小吃的基本款為主，以七種主要的餡料來搭配，包括牛肉、豬肉、雞肉、辣味香腸、牛舌、蝦子、素食。可以點小圖放大看詳細內容。開放式的 Salsa 佐料吧台上，擺放各種新鮮製作的醬料與配菜的萊姆、黃瓜與蘿蔔切片，其中有著黃澄澄顏色、以鳳梨與Habanero辣椒特調的醬料是這裡的特色。Taco 的製作過程並不複雜，但看著廚師把各種食材放在餅皮上的過程還是相當療愈的，心裡也默默呼喊多放一點肉多放一點肉。各種Salsa醬汁風味各有千秋，這也是吃墨西哥料理的樂趣之一，每沾上不同的醬汁就可以品嚐到不同的風味。不過鳳梨沾醬仍是這裡最具特色的，酸香中甜度與辣度相互角力接連在舌尖上綻放火花，十分有趣的風味。點用這種街邊風格的墨西哥捲餅，一如既往的方式就是每種口味都來一個。一來是可以讓舌尖感受到不同食材帶來的豐富味覺感受，二來也可以對這間餐廳的風味樣貌有更全面的體驗。這裡的肉類食材，除了肉香比較鮮明的牛舌與調味比較強烈的烤豬肉外，其它的口味都比較一般，但也不會說不好吃。手工製作的 Corn Tortilla 玉米餅皮也是這裡的特色之一，更耐咀嚼的口感與隨著咀嚼散發的特殊香氣確實不錯。想起最初吃墨西哥料理都只吃一般的麵粉餅皮，隨著在美國生活的時間越久吃過得墨西哥料理越多，風味更有特色的玉米餅皮現在已經是自己的心頭好。素食口味就是一些炒過的洋蔥青椒與生菜，口味清爽但也不是讓人太有深刻印象。蝦子口味的風味還行，特別是在口味厚重 Chipotle 奶油醬汁調味下，不需要額外的 Salsa 來提味。可以自取的配菜像是小黃瓜與蘿蔔片等，是品嚐墨西哥小吃不可卻少的一環，調節口中受到各種辣醬的刺激，帶來一絲清新感後繼續品嚐其它口味。口感更厚實且香味更突出的玉米餅皮，無論搭配的餡料與調味為何，都可以最大程度突顯墨西哥料理的風味魅力。起初可能會覺得聞起來的味道有些刺鼻，但咀嚼起來的甜味卻是源源不絕，特別是店家自製還帶有熱度的餅皮，總是吃起來特別過癮。每種口味都值得一試，且不用擔心對荷包造成傷害，墨西哥小吃的美味魅力就在無價飛漲的當下更顯珍貴。"

"Here's the low down on Happy Hour which runs until 6:30pmEXCELLENT- House Margarita (high quality; only $1 to make it a large- Birria Taco (packed full of flavor; big: amazing value too)- Chicken Wings (honey BBQ; nicely breaded)GREAT- GuacamoleGOOD- Wings (Habanero)- Queso Fundido (with Chorizo)- Quesadilla Parilla (hit or miss depending on day)AVERAGE- Wings (Buffalo)MEH- Beef Taquitos (flavorless stew meat; better get Birria)- Potato Taquitos (flavorless; helped by Tapatio)BONUS- side of corn cake- extra bean cheese dip for the chips"

"I was visiting a friend in Brea, and she recommended De Oro La Puerta, a small hole-in-the-wall in a small shopping center. I have been to this plaza before but have yet to notice this spot. They have plenty of indoor seating, significant portions, and some tasty food. You start off the dining experience with some warm chips and spicy salsa. I paired my meal with a cold Pacifico too! I got the El Trio Taco plate, two carne asada, and one El Pastor Taco for my entree. The El Pastor was great, but the carne asada tasted old and dry. I enjoyed the refried beans and rice too. I recommend the enchilada; I took a bite and loved it!The major con of this spot was that the service was soo slow! You can also see other tables getting restless for their food. We were also hurrying to get to the Angels game and felt like we were waiting forever. They were understaffed, but unfortunately, the service took a bit too long for my liking."

"Lagos Mexican Cuisine is located in the SOCO district of downtown Fullerton. There is convenient free parking right across the street in the multi-level parking garage. The restaurant can get busy at times and I recommend making a reservation on OpenTable.There were no reservations available on a Saturday night, but we took a chance and went anyway. With no delay, we were seated at a high-top table in the bar area which also hosts one of several regular seating areas. The restaurant has a trendy feel and has a lot of multi-colored lighting and great décor. The restrooms are even well decorated and have an upscale feel. The bar looks nice and there are several TVs which had sports on.It took about ten minutes for a server to initially come to our table, but after that the service was smooth and timely. Chips and salsa are not complementary but we ordered some anyway. The chips were nice and fresh and the salsa had good flavor and some heat that slowly creeps up on you. I enjoyed a jalapeno margarita which had a perfect mix of tequila, mixer, and spice and I always like the Tajin rim. She liked the Sol De Passion cocktail but would have rather had a full drink without the champagne shot on the side. We asked the server if you're supposed to pour it in and he said some people do and some just have it on the side.I had the Yucatan shrimp which was a great dish. There were a lot of shrimp inside and the tomatillo sauce had a light heat to it. The rice was nice and fluffy and I think I tasted a little touch of lime. I usually do not like beans, especially when they contain whole beans. But surprisingly these beans were delicious and I actually ate them all. We eat at a lot of Mexican restaurants and this is only the second place where I actually really enjoyed the beans. She really enjoyed the Al Pastor tacos. The quality and flavor of the food is always most important, but it's nice when the presentation is good also and these were nice looking entrees.This is the second time we have dined here and we will definitely be back again."

"There is a lot on the menu.It's a small place, so ordering online for pickup is easiest because they're always busy."

"When the in-laws are happy with a restaurant, it makes me extra happy that we secured a restaurant we can all enjoy together. Some of our favorites include: cheese quesadilla, al pastor wet burrito, asada torta, asada and al pastor tacos. Just a heads up though... if you're a girl going alone then I suggest going when the sun is still up. It can get a bit scary at nighttime... heh"

"Yelp did not disappoint! I ordered the salmon plate and my husband ordered the beef kabob. Both were delicious!! Portions are generous too. The patio music was so fun! I felt like dancing Zumba. :) Will definitely be back to this place!"

"A little pricy but flavor is authentic and service is fast.Taqueria Zamora is located in a strip mall in Santa Ana.The shop is small, with several indoor seating in front and back.You can order at counter or at the seat.They gave us complimentary chips with two salsa.I got the burrito ($12), my coworker got the enchilada ($22), and my other coworker got the tostada ($6).Most dishes come with a choice of meat (chicken, carne asada, birria, pork).My burrito was huge and stuffed with shredded chicken, it was good and flavorful without cheese and sour cream~I tried my coworkers enchilada and it was super authentic with thiccc corn tortilla and green sauce. It also came with side of rice and beans.The tostada was a pretty decent size too~ came with plenty of meat and other toppings.Overall, solid Mexican eatery with good portioned food.Would love to try the other dishes here my next visit."

"This has to be one of my favorite businesses in long beach. To start, the staff are always warm and welcome. They treat everyone like family and are always so cheerful. Breakfast + Lunch ALL DAY! I really love that the new owners have their full menu available during opening hours. Not only are they the most economical option for burritos in long beach, I believe they might even be the biggest. (see photos) I was not a fan of the previous management of this place, but I encourage anybody that was discouraged from the previous owners to go back and try it again. I swore off this place until I found that there were new people that really wanted to introduce great value to the community. 5 stars all around!"

"We love mollies!!! Pancakes, country skillet,omelet, huevos ranchero; you can't go wrong with anything they have. 10/10"

"Today I stumbled upon this delicious place and was not disappointed! My sons got the California bowl with carne asada it comes with chips and they have a salsa bar. We took our food to go and I always have to have a "tax bite" it was very delicious the flavors melted together so perfectly! My very picky teen came out of his room just to say how amazing the food was! And the chips ooooo sooo good!!The carne asada was of good quality the flavors were great, staff was very patient and friendly while we decided what we wanted to tryHighly recommend!"