The Most Delicious Mexican in Santa Ana

Mi Casa Authentic Mexican Food

★★★★☆ 4 (259) • $

"Ordered through doordash. We got the green chilaquiles, asada burritos, chicken taquito and horchata. They were all good! This is my go to spot for mexican food. I'm a LA/East LA girl and I couldn't find a good Mexican restaurant until this spot. The green chilaquiles was a good spicy. The beans had flavor. The taquito wasn't burned thank god lol def will come back again."

Mariscos La Sirena

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (73) • $$

"Wow wow wow!!! You have to like absolutely have to try their tacos gobernados or whatever's they are called but they were sooo bomb. Like the best I've ever had. Came with my boys and homegirl to try this spot out and I'm so happy we came here because I left full and satisfied. The waitress was really really nice too! She went out of her way to even get us a charger. I was going to tip her fat! But when we were leaving, she was gone ! Sucks but she was the shit lolThe have a big parking lot and the street as well, so there's room lol"

Aurora's Chorizo

★★★★★ 4.8 (26)

"So I buy Aurora's chorizo every year for my family's pototo and chorizo taco tradition on Christmas morning. I used to go to the one in Santa Ana and was sooo happy when they opened this location. Aurora's is seriously the BEST chorizo around - I have tried a few others and nope, not even close. They are also so nice and always beyond helpful. Just a great family business that sells an awesome product! HIGHLY recommend!"

Raffa’s Market

★★★★☆ 3.9 (45) • $

"Wow, this place has amazing food! We have bought Tamales and burritos, so flavorful and great prices. It is a hidden gem in Placentia. We discovered them at the La Habra Tamale Festive and when I found out they are located in our city we have discovered how great they are. I definitely recommend Raffa's!"

TidePoole's

★★★★★ 4.7 (511) • $$

"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!"

Coyote Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (992) • $$

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

Tamaleria Rincon Sinaloense

★★★★☆ 4.2 (302) • $

"I feel like tamale season is basically upon us, so I stopped by to try this place out. I gotta say I was pleased with their cheese and chicken tamales. I also had their carnitas plate which was pretty good, but I feel like they specialize more in their tamales. The service itself was great, and it was such a cute little establishment to enjoy a meal in."

Chelos Panaderia

★★★★☆ 4.3 (161) • $

"There needs to be more than 5 stars available for this panaderia. I've lived right by here for 13 years and I CANNOT BELIEVE I NEVER CAME IN! You know I really shouldn't be writing this review, I really don't need this place to blow up and make it difficult to come to...but I'm doing this as an act of service to you, the reader. You're welcome :)The tacos here were as good as anyone else's, in fact better than most, and only $1.50/taco. The tortillas tasted homemade, but if they're store bought, they're still extremely fresh and I'd bet still hand made. I typically do not like corn tortillas, but I could eat their corn tortillas all day. They're soft, but hold together just enough to keep most of the meat contained. The carne asada was juicy, but not greasy, that's a tough thing to achieve!I had the infernio salsa and it really just sealed the deal of deliciousness! The salsa was fairly hot, but not painful to eat. If you're craving tacos, this is the place to come!"

Yeyi's Taquizas

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"The food is awesome! Very good and flavorful. The service is even better. Two excellent gents. Pricing is regular, versus upcharged for the venue. On the patio of the Club 616, it's a great outdoor venue to smell the delights coming from their grill."

Don Roberto's Mexican Food

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (47) • $

"I don't know why this place doesn't have great reviews. My husband just went and got my hungover self some pozole and..... it was amazing!!!!! I live in Yorba Linda and it's hard finding something that isn't bland, authentic or a fast food chain! The pozole was super hot (temp) so taking it togo was perfect. There was a good amount of vegetables, pork and hominy! This will be my go to spot when I'm craving a hot bowl of pozole!"

Cancun Juice Fresh Mex Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (337) • $$

"Received exceptional customer service from the manager and Evelyn. They went above and beyond. Not to mention the food was amazing. I will keep coming back to this location all the time."

Clemente Seafood

★★★★☆ 3.9 (460) • $$

"This place is absolutely amazing!!! Should be a line out the door! Super fresh Seafood and my favorite is the Shrimp Tostada and Shrimp Diablo plate with beans and rice! Also, cleanest kitchen where they are chopping up fresh herbs, vegetables and peeling the shrimp. A MUST TRY!"

Dona Meche Mexican Food #2

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (45) • $

"If you want authentic street tacos, this is one great place to find them!It's a mom and pop kinda place with grandma in the kitchen making the whole place smell wonderful! I had a couple carne asada tacos that were outstanding; two warm tortillas piled high with meat, topped with fresh chopped cilantro and onions. And then a healthy amount of this amazing salsa. Sometimes we bring home extra salsa for our breakfast tacos or burritos the next day! Oh my, what I wouldn't give for this recipe!My handsome hubby had an el pastor tacos which looked almost as good as my tacos. He said they were very good, everything freshly made! We sat outside and enjoyed our tacos. It's a casual hangout with good food and cold beer. I could have sat there for hours, enjoying the breeze, good food and Many of these reviews mentioned the outside crew as "loud drunks" but we sat pretty close to them. It's a small group, having a drink and hanging out with family and friends. You know they're good guys because when Grandma comes out, one of them jumps up to get the door and it's the same when she goes back inside. It's a great little gem, almost hidden in plain sight on Tustin Avenue. You should swing by today and check it out!"

Pepe's Mexican Food

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (573) • $

"Been here a few times, the first thing I tried here are their amazing crunchy chicken tacos. But I tried the other location off State college I believe. So delicious they are filled with so much shredded chicken, lettuce and cheese. It's a bit oily but the crunch on the shell is the best. Today got a Chicken Tostada Salad, the Tostada shell was crunchy airy and fun to eat, the chicken is shredded like I like with lettuce, tomatoes and pico. The bottom had beans and rice, the shell was delicious to scoop up all the salad parts with and eat together with salsa. Sort of thought it would come with dressing but it didn't that's ok the green salsa made it delicious. It's not my go to Mexican food choice but I do enjoy their crunchy tacos and tostadas. They are pretty nice here as well the lines for the drive through can be super long sometimes too and smaller parking lot. Would recommend trying this place, not a fan of tomatoes honestly and asked to not have any on there but there was a lot it's ok though still ate it lol. Have a beautiful day :) be kind to everyone Aloha"

Tamales Irma

★★★★★ 4.8 (28)

"During the holidays my wife really wanted some tamales for Christmas dinner since our plans changed last minute. Searching through yelp, i found Tamales Irma so i decided to give it a try. In my search it was hard to determine if the other reviews for other places were for the tamales or for other items on the menu. Ended up going on Christmas eve, early in the morning when they opened thinking that it was going to be pretty busy and they would sell out. Ordered the chicken and pork tamales in both the corn husk and banana leaf wrappers. Overall flavors were good but i found that the banana leaf wrapped ones had more moisture and the corn husk ones to be a little dry. The filling and masa ratio was ok but again, I though the banana leaf ones had a better ratio. The tamales also came with a salsa which i thought was excellent and had a good kick. Overall i would recommend this place especially since they are a small business which just focuses on tamales."

Imperial Restaurant and Market

★★★★★ 4.8 (102) • $

"Hubby and I live close by, and have come by before COVID and during COVID for either their restaurant items (which we'd take to-go) or something quick from their market area. Regarding the market area, I feel like they cater more to the restaurants close by in case the restaurants run out of ingredients. For example, the ground beef has around a 25% markup if you purchase here versus going to a chain super market. Since it's more of a "emergency" price, I completely understand and would pay the premium if I'm being too lazy to drive out to a nearby supermarket.Regarding the restaurant menu, we've had a good chunk of their menu by now, and have noted that they're pretty consistent. In the past, during a Tamales Fest, we'd honestly go here to order some items to go. Of course, anytime there's a Tamale Fest, EVERY restaurant (with some exceptions) will be extremely busy with a long wait time. Otherwise, on a normal day-to-day, we can probably receive our goods in around 15 minutes or less. Piping hot straight from the stove and into the to-go containers!Prices are decent. For the flavor, quantity, and how it tastes like it's catered to be authentic cuisine, I'd pay the price for their meals versus going to El Farolito. There's a parking lot closer to the train tracks, or behind the Q Tortas. Please don't park in any red areas, unless you don't mind your car being dinged up as large cars/trucks try to get past your car. Would come back again!"

Palmilla Cocina y Tequila

★★★★☆ 4.4 (735) • $$$

"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."

Caló Kitchen + Tequila - Costa Mesa

★★★★★ 4.5 (914) • $$$

"We have been here numerous times and have taken friends and family. Each time it has been a great dining experience with delicious food in a beautiful space. Last night was no different. It was a very busy Saturday night and we had to make reservations. We waited just a bit but that was to be expected because the place was buzzing. Our family was served by Natalie and she was fantastic. Her presence made it a memorable dinner. It really shows how excellent service can make or break a dining experience no matter how delicious the food. She was on top of it even with how busy the restaurant was. Our water was topped, our chips and dips were switched when low, she checked in at the right times to make sure we had everything we needed but wasn't overbearing. The food was excellent and she brought out plenty of boxes for leftovers along with items to bag up chips and dip. I haven't had such great service in a while and this was comparable if not exceeded nicer restaurants like The Ritz. We walked away impressed and very happy with our meal. The food (amazing every single time) and ambience (a variety of seating styles that are all very comfortable and stylish) is always great here, but the service definitely made this meal. Thanks to Natalie and the wonderful staff for always making it so we are looking forward to coming back."

La Chiquita Mexican Food

★★★★☆ 4.3 (192) • $$

"This place has been around for many, many years and the food here is as good as ever . They have old family recipes with an attentive and friendly service every time you come in here . This place is old school Santa Ana and will be here for many years to come ."

El Toro Bravo Tortilleria

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $

"The place is rustic and the service is excellent. This restaurant is close to the Roswell museum. Not too many places to choose from around there. The Mexican food is very good but I would label it under Tex Mex. The pablano chili relenhos were a warm heat. Served with the typical Spanish rice, pico de gallo and refried beans. My son had the stacked enchiladas which is layers of chicken, salsa, flour tortillas with a sauce and cheese on top. Served with Spanish rice pico de gallo and refried beans. The salsa was mild and Not too flavorful which was served with the chipsThe servers we friendly. Prices are comparable."

Hectors Night Club

★★☆☆☆ 2 (7) • $$

"I came to this night club after dinner with my hubby & BFF. I didn't know what to expect as we pulled up to the parking lot. I was happy to see lots of cars besides our but the best part was that there were still plenty of parking left for us. This seems adventurous because we all can't speak Spanish & we're going to a new Hispanic Night Club in town!As I walked up to the entrance of this night club; their security stopped me to check my bag. He says that it was protocol but was very nice about it. As you know most security guards could come off very intimidating. After the past the bag check; a waitress promptly greeted us & took us to our seats near the stage where the live full band was playing. Unfortunately the kitchen was closed so we were only able to order drinks & enjoy the live music. I went to the restroom to wash my hands before our drinks cans out; to my surprised; it was very happy that it was fresh & clean!The music got me to stay a little longer even though I didn't have anything to much on. They were very good at what they did! I enjoyed every beat but was too shy to go up to dance on the dance floor all by myself. My husband's friend Jorge came yo our table to join us! He was very cool! Jorge broke the ice & brought us to the dance floor to take some selfies for memories! I thought it was cute that he asked me to text him the photos to share with his wife. I will definitely come back next time with our friends to taste their foods & dance the night away to the awesome music that their live band played."

Tacos El Compita

★★★★★ 4.5 (49) • $

"We were in the mood for real Mexican "street tacos" and this popped up on my Yelp! It's a food truck parked on the street so no place to sit unless you have a pick up truck to tailgate. We had the carne asada, Al Pastor tacos (amazing) I had a muleta with asada (yummy and in comparison to a crunch wrap from TB but better minus the sour cream) and they let us try an asada sope! In addition we had a real Coca-Cola with real sugar in those cool bottles from Mexico! Everything was very tasty. Only complaint, there is no bathroom, no place to sit or wash hands, so bring wipes and hand sanitizer! We will return. They also cater. Cash only and I found it more pricier than the average taco shop but worth it!"

La Rancherita Tortilleria & Deli

★★★★☆ 4 (126) • $

"I stumbled upon this place by chance while in LA for a workshop. I was initially skeptical since I didn't have much time to read all the reviews beforehand.I was on the hunt for authentic corn tortillas that aren't made from Maseca, and I'm so glad I found this spot along the way.Their process stays true to the authentic tortillerías in Mexico, and their carnitas and chicharrón were absolutely delicious. The lady helping me was incredibly kind--she even let me sample a bunch of items when I told her how excited I was to have found them.It's a shame they're so far away, but now I know I have a go-to spot whenever I'm in the area for a little taste of home.If you're looking for authentic corn tortillas, this is the place!"

El Portal de Veracruz

★★★★☆ 4.1 (98) • $

"DELICIOUS. As a veggie they have been very accommodating to my taco orders. Meat eaters also claim this place is great."

Ranch Enchilada Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (246) • $$

"I ordered the Ranch Enchilada, which comes of your choice of 3 small items with rice and beans. I chose the pork tamale, taco, and cheese enchilada. Everything tasted delicious and the plate was more than enough for me; my favorite part was the cheese enchilada, all the ooey gooey cheese goodness! Overall very filling and the seasoning is on point.Prices are decent, credit cards are accepted and there's plenty of parking."

Brito's Taqueria & Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (85) • $

"I have rated this restaurant 5 stars because it's an overall "what you see what you get" kind of place. I don't think it pretends to be anything more than it is. It's a place where you can go and get good quality homemade food, comfort food. The micheladas are a MUST try! Trust me and get one, you will be thinking about it for days to come. The menudo is great, what you would expect a mama Mexicans to make. The staff is friendly and welcoming. I specially appreciate Maribel, her smile is contagious. I came for the taquitos, but stayed for the micheladas."

Tiendita

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (84)

"Tiendita is a quick-service food stand for take-out only. It is part of the Centrico and Paseo family, and Chef Carlos Gaytán's heritage inspires the menu offerings. I've had a chance to try a few items, and the food is pretty tasty. The Carne Asada Quesadilla was delicious, with flavorful meat and gooey cheese. The Carne Asada Tacos were street taco size; the asada was savory, but some pieces were overcooked or too chewy. They have spicy red salsa or chili verde to complement the tacos and quesadillas. The Street Corn is an enjoyable side that goes well with any entrées. To quench my thirst, I tried the Jamaica Agua Fresca; it was refreshing and not overly sweet.You can order through the self-serve kiosks or the cashier. If you have a Magic Key annual pass, you can apply your discounts through the staff. Prices reflect Disney property prices, but it's still a good option for craving Mexican-inspired food.Although this establishment does not have inside or patio seating, some tables and benches are available around Downtown Disney. It also offers outstanding customer service. Hopefully, my initial rating will be consistent for future visits here."

Oli's Tacos Y Birria

★★★★☆ 3.6 (23)

"Great place! Homemade corn tortillas! Yum! Al pastor is delicious and everything I've tried so far has been flavorful. Their salsa selection is plentiful and delicious! I discovered this place in November of 2021, and have come back plenty of times since then!"

Mexico Lindo Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (235) • $$

"My experience wasn't as bad as others but I do think for the price and taste, this place is a strong okay. Not bad if you are in the area and just want some decent tacos. You order at the front and then sit anywhere you like. They take card and cash as well.Tacos Al Pastor were good at $2.49 a piece. They come out with two salsas and the standard radishes as well as diced onions and cilantro. Good amount of meat per taco.Birria Tacos were tasty. Definitely don't skip on the consomé, which is an extra charge but I didn't mind. I'll be honest, they weren't the most amazing ones but they were still edible and fulfilled the craving.Decent Mexican fare in the area with a convenient parking lot."

Fonda Moderna

★★★★☆ 4.3 (131) • $$

"Best Burritos in OC!WOW! WOW! WOW! Chef here! And i absolutely approve! Not cheap, BUT WORTH the experience!I'm going there tomorrow to just get a bean a cheese burrito because the avo-poblano sauce is the most delicious I've ever tasted. This place is hand crafted authentic meets fine dining flavors.I'm completely shocked! And if you love cozy tortilla that's nicely steamed, YOU will find there burritos at it's truest perfection!The deep flavors are there!The perfect acid in the avo-poblano sauce!Chorizo was home made!The tortilla was moist!And the beans!!! Wow!Oh, the chips are delicious. Soak the avocado sauce in it and it's another meal! And the sweet team, are just precious! A big smile and cooked w love! I have no idea who these folks are. I was just passing through! This is not a paid review. LOLI truly want family businesses like this to succeed because we need real food around! GO support em!"

Carnitas Uruapan

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (86) • $

"This place sure has what any carnitas meat loving taco burrito foodie would enjoy. I ordered a carnitas burrito with everything plus another burrito with bean, rice, onion and no meat. Both were flavorful and delicious in their own way. These aren't small burritos so my meal kept me full all day. The have an outdoor patio that isn't first class but will do for a quick meal."

Arenita Gourmet Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.5 (2)

"While at a dance class at a local brewery, I decided to try this food truck--and I'm so glad I did! The food was absolutely delicious.What I Ordered:I got the chicken burrito, and it did not disappoint. The ingredients were fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared, but what really stood out were the sauces. They took the burrito to the next level.The Wait:There was a long line, and the wait was over 30 minutes. I think the larger crowd at the brewery contributed to the delay. While the wait was longer than I'd hoped, the quality of the food made it worth it.Overall:This food truck is doing something special, and I can see it continuing to grow. If you're at the brewery--or anywhere nearby--and have the time, it's definitely worth checking out."

Morena's Mexican Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.1 (227)

"Update: just had Just had the Flautas De Camaron, which is fried flour tortillas filed with shrimp, roasted corn, bell pepper, onion, celery, and jack cheese. Garnished with mango relish, sour cream, and cotija cheese. Maybe the best thing I have ever eaten at a Mexican restaurant!"

La Cocina Mediterranea

★★★★★ 4.5 (50)

"This place is definitely a hole in the wall.My sister ordered this platter to share and I was just amazed that it came from this location. We live only a couple of blocks away and I never knew that they now serve Mediterranean food. The presentation was beautiful and the food was delicious. The chicken in the wrap was perfect and the beef one was full of flavor. The kids loved it as well, they killed the wraps and fries in a matter of minutes. I loved all the dipping sauces and it was an enjoyable eat to try out the different flavors of sauces with the food. We will continue to show support for this business. A++++"

Mariscos El Alegre

★★★★☆ 3.7 (23)

"Sad They Changed There Food I Called to Place An Order Only Breakfast Now They Had Great Seafood I Don't Know Any More The Older Ladies Were Nice"