The food was hot and freshly prepared, the service was friendly and attentive. They offer a daily special - burrito with a choice of chicken or shredded beef, served with a side of rice, beans, and chips. I did question the extra rice and beans, assuming they were included both inside the burrito and on the side. I wasn't expecting it to be so veggie-filled (grilled onions, peppers etc) , which actually turned out to be a nice surprise. The burrito itself was on the smaller side and packed more vegetables than protein, but the flavors were still good. The salsa bar was incredible, offering a variety of flavors, although they were a bit mild, probably to cater to the local community's taste. Overall, a solid spot worth returning to, especially to try the tacos next time! read more

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We have been going to this location for a long time but have not been back for a few months and totally forgot about them. Stopped by tonight for the National Burrito Day. Hubby had the Ultimo burrito with chicken and I had the Diablo burrito with chicken and without the tortilla. Delicious food, as always. Few burnt pieces of chicken but their grilled chicken is always so tasty. I cut out the burnt pieces. I usually do not like mexican rice but theirs was very good and not dry at all, like other places. The manager, which has been there forever, brought the food out quickly. The gal that took the order was nice and friendly. Told her I did not want the tortilla for my burrito but would rather have it in a bowl instead. She was quick to ask me if I wanted any lettuce with the bowl. That was great. Yes, please! And that's service. Their salsa bar is always fresh and clean, with a good variety of salsa. Great food. Excellent service. Highly recommended. read more

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Order from here all the time and my order is always perfect and delicious!! I love the baja burrito with the baja sauce and the chips are so airy. Definitely recommend read more

LOVE the friendly service and fresh food each and every time we visit. I am addicted to the chili lime salad with chicken. AMAZING flavors.

Love the food here, been coming here for over 10 years. Unfortunately this experience was disappointing. There was a new woman at the counter, asked for my usual order with no onion/cilantro and they added "extra" to my burrito which made it unpleasant. read more

The food has always been very good and it gets brought out quickly. The manager that works at this location has always been very nice and he makes my day! read more

Burrito Al Pastor - Rice, black or pinto beans, al pastor carnitas, onion, cilantro mix, hot salsa, grilled pineapple & cotila cheese. Burrito Baja Carnitas - Melted Jack cheese, fresh hand-made guacamole & pico de gallo wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and carnitas. read more

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I had a neighborhood party and catered from here. Carmello, the manager took great care in helping me to order the proper amount of food. All of my guests loved everything and it was the perfect amount! read more

Baja Fresh - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Just a note to my updated review: I don't mind the guacamole, it's primarily the red cabbage. The red cabbage is what has ruined the flavor for me, maybe others will like it. If I could get the regular cabbage instead of the red that would be great. read more

I'm surprised anybody goes to this restaurant for average to subpar Mexican food at high prices. The manager/owner is the worst! He is rude and arrogant with an over-inflated ego. The ambiance is loud outside next to a road and located in a high crime area. read more

Wow Carmelo is such a great guy I love his customer service he's a very nice and friendly guy. Also there's a younger man named Dylan he's very good at cashing and customer service too and the food is delicious!! read more

We've been coming to Baja Fresh for years and they are consistent regardless of which special they're running. The guys cook everything to order and they're very knowledgeable and friendly. It looks as if they've made the space smaller and added outside seating to the side of the building which is a very nice addition. We have ordered from them several times for catering parties because we love their taco bar; marinaded shrimp, grilled beef, pulled chicken, and fresh roasted veggies. This is definitely our neighborhood 'go-to' for weekdays when we don't want to cook. On another note, like I mentioned, they cook everything to order so don't expect it to be fast food because, it's not! read more

#9 STILL FINE Had not set foot in a Baja Fresh in over 10 years. This place (9th location) exhibits the same good quality and taste as when Baja Fresh establishments first came on scene in Ventura in the mid 90's. Same great food, and they still have a wonderful salsa bar read more

Baja Fresh always slaps. I really wish there were more locations. Service was on point and the restaurant was super clean.

WE LOVE BAJA FRESH! Let me start off by saying how good the Baja burrito is! You also cannot go wrong with the fact that they use no msg and make everything fresh. You see it, you taste it. It is quality! All of the meat is good whether you get steak, carnitas, or chicken! I highly recommend the salsa verde as well as the mocajete salsa! read more

This is my go to restaurant. I seriously go once a week. The service here is amazing, everyone is so sweet! The food is always amazing. My go to meal is the Americano taco combo and it's the best! Definitely recommend! read more

Baja Fresh - Americano Taco - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Baja Fresh off Mariner's Hill in Laguna Niguel never disappoints! I have been a steady customer and it's fresh, good and satisfying every time. Thanks Baja Fresh! Please don't change a thing! read more

It had been years since I have eaten at Baja Fresh so when my husband suggested it for a weekday lunch I thought why not. I was first off surprised at how old and shabby the interior of the restaurant was. It struck me as just not being well-maintained. The employees working were nice and friendly. I ordered crispy fish tacos (came with beans/rice) and my hubby ordered a bowl. My tacos were bland and uninteresting. I was really surprised at the low quality of their food! I compare them to Rubios and I would take Rubios any day of the week over what I had at Baja. Just awful! My big favorite is Baja Fish Taco in Laguna Niguel which is amazing. Had higher hopes for Baja Fresh. Definitely won't be back! read more

We just order a chicken Baja burrito to go and it was filled with pico de gallo and barely any chicken. It was cold by the time I got it to my home which was 2 minutes away. read more

I love this place. Baja steak burrito is the best. Their fish tacos are fantastic. Everything is Always made when you order it read more

04/30/23 5.51pm. Grilled burittos were good. Recommend!

My wife and I love the Dos Manos. Today I was driving home and stopped at this Baja. We usually get the food to go from San Clemente or Mission Viejo off Crown Valley. We love those but this one is the best. Salsa Bar is clean and fully stocked. The staff is SUPER FRIENDLY. I recommend this place highly if you are looking for good healthy food. read more

Baja Fresh - Clean and fully stocked. Thses two are working non stop. Cheers - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

I've been coming here for years actually since they opened . The food is generally good 4 star and the salsa as well . The salsa bar was self-serve with cups and caps ...however now with Covid they are pre-filled and they ask you what type you would like. Now get this ... I chose two picante, two mango, and two pico... The manager told me that I was only allowed two ... I responded " What ? " I have been coming here for years and there was never a limit... He replied yes two per entrée . Totally ridiculous especially with the size of the containers ...this policy will get you dinged down to one star every time. Another no BS review by Johnny B read more

Food quality and the service we got in this location is great and setting outside is amazing and store very clean

Went here today to pickup some food for my roommates & myself. Was pretty disappointed that my grilled VEGGIE burrito turned out to be 99.5% full of just black beans. That's it. Just some wet beans. No onion, no chili, no cheese, no guacamole or rice that I asked them to add,or even the things I asked them to take out, like the peppers & pico de gallo- nothingggg (like full list of ingredients COMPLETELY omitted for beans- do you understand my disappointed as my roommates eat happily in front of me? *cries*). I was expecting to pick out the peppers or something cuz they'd accidentally add it like most restaurants do whenever you modify your order in some way, shape or form; but this was a new level of just straight up "no" in my book. I kept the receipt so my roommates could see how much they owed me for their food thankfully!!! I was taken care of right away. I sincerely appreciated it since I had already walked back home & didn't want to go back again, plus the girl who was helping me was very apologetic & nice. I even had a pic ready to text over so they would understand that I'm not trying to rip them off or anything cuz people are seriously shady like that! Anyways, 4 stars for taking care of me & 'cause their food is usually good. read more

Baja Fresh - Grilled Veggie Burrito................................ - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

As Baja Fresh's go, this is a great choice. The service is usually great and although the inside is a tight squeeze, there is a nice patio area with additional seating. I'm not a huge fan of any of their menu items, but adding their fresh pico de gallo to any of them definitely makes them yummier! read more

Baja Fresh - Bean and cheese burrito - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

The last three orders they have gotten wrong. I've been ordering the same thing - the exact same way- since this location opened. We probably won't be back. read more

I love Baja Fresh! This location is very convenient to my work and I frequent it often, the staff is very friendly and accommodating. I would recommend eating here anytime! read more

I'm pretty much a regular at this place, and we always dine in. I have been a Rubio's fan for years and long before it became Baja fresh Mexican Grill. However, tonight's experience left much to be desired. When we got home, our fish tacos were cold and soggy, the usually creamy beans were mashed and chunky, and it just didn't feel like the same cook had been at the helm. I'll go back, but I won't dare to order take out-because by the time you get it home, you don't know what you've got, and it's not very fun to trek back 30 minutes later. I expect more next time. read more

After my favorite location down the street closed, I had to try this one. It's pretty good and they really follow special instructions on any modifications we request. As any Baja Fresh, the food is always fresh and tasty. Looking forward to coming back on regular basis. read more

Scroll down the 1 Star reviews are the truth. I have had numerous bad experiences at the Laguna Niguel location. They never take real responsibility for their mistakes. read more

I really love this spot. Everything is FRESH, served to your liking & constant good food. The restaurant is clean & always service with a smile. My favorite person is the manager Carmelo. He remembers my name, what I like to order & always friendly, happy & smiling. He has a great attitude & his staff/cooks are also great. I think i eat here at least twice a week. Food is just yummy especially the shrimp tacos....corn tortillas, mild salsa, cilantro, sliced avocado & lite cheese. That's my special order :) Try It!!!! read more

MY STEAK BURRITO HAD NO STEAK! 1st & last time ordering from this location. No joke, they charged me for a Baja steak burrito & I got black beans, cheese & onions. Don't trust a to-go order to be right from this place! read more

Location #9! This place has beautiful curved windows finishing off the patio pretty nice while you enjoy some salsa from the bar, right? haha This is a great location they hook it up fast! read more

The staff and owner for the Baja Fresh off of Golden Lantern were extremely rude. They were not wearing their masks while cooking the food.

Baja Fresh should be pretty standard regardless of which location you go to, right? Having never been to a "bad" location, I can't tell if this place is right on par with all the other Baja Freshes in the world, or leaps and bounds ahead of them. So on the scale of Baja Fresh establishments, this place gets 5 stars. On the scale of Baja Fresh as an individual Mexican entity compared to all other independent Mexican establishments it gets 4 stars, because it's good, and it's fresh, but to call it the best Mexican ever? eh...maybe this is just my bias against chain restaurants. The service here really is fantastic. I've always been greeted right as I enter by someone behind the register and am never rushed to order. The food comes out quickly, there's never been a mistake with my order, and everything seems to be made right there in front of you. And who doesn't love a salsa bar...this place covers the gamut of flavors and spiciness while also including lime slices, chopped cilantro, and diced onions. Baja Fresh has always been my favorite of the Mexican chains. I'm a fan of the burritos enchilado style, the carnitas tacos, the tortilla soup, the nachos, and now the tortas. They do a good job with their menu, and for that I will consistently grab food from here on nights when takeout is the way to go. read more

Love the staff! The night crew slacks off a little. But the day staff is always on point. Food is always fresh quality and delicious! Night crew has a tendency to miss a few things. But still highly recommend. read more

Definitely one of the best run chain Mexican Grills. The food is excellent, fast and fresh. Customer service ok and it's clean. A little too Corporate clean. It doesn't have character like Rubio's it's direct competitor for my favorite chain Mexican grill. This location is pretty awkward. You should have the kitchen against the back wall. That back section is like a toom. Anyways, I love your Ultumo Carnitas Burrito and your salsa bar. It keeps me coming back. Will I come back? Definitely. Vibe / atmosphere : 2 stars Professionalism: 4 Taste and quality of food : 4 Creativity: 4 Location : 3 Clean, we'll managed : 4 read more

Found a piece of white bandage in the chopped cilantro at the salsa bar. It also smells like dirty socks in the main dining area. Never coming back here again. read more

Baja Fresh - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

I don't know what happened over the past five years, but now this place rocks. Beef burrito was awesome, fresh, crispy on the outside. So so tasty and filling and well worth the price. Quick service and awesome salsa choices too. read more