So the family said they wanted Mexican food. El Mezcalito was one of the options. But I said El…read moreMezcalito is not an option, it is the go to for quelling the beast in the belly. The chips and salsa are premium. The chips are light & the salsa is fresh, chunky and full of flavor. Great with an ice cold beer or lemonade. I fed the beast an Al Pastor, Shrimp, Black bean and cheese . Haven't heard the beast since. Well done guys!!!! THE BEST BURRITO IN THE I.E., DA Bomb !

Absolutely incredible experience. Our waitress was the sweetest thing and we got to chat with her a…read morebunch. We actually both went to UCI! It made the dinner very pleasant. Great service! The food was also so yummy! I got the verde burrito and the birria. Both amazing and reasonably priced, although I preferred the burrito. The salsa they serve at the beginning is very mild, but the red and green they can bring out were too spicy for my mom. Me and my sister found it spicy too, but we can hang. Green was the spicer between the two The inside was cute, but about like any other Mexican restaurant.

Very good food. We…read morehad the queso fundito - so yummy. The combo meal was quite tasty

Found this spot just driving and fantastic place!…read more Food and service was FIRE and great prices. We bought margaritas and food and the drinks are huge and made realllllly good. And the food tasted amazing and will definitely not disappoint Next time im back ill update this review with the margarita pics!

Back in the saddle again and Luxe Kitchen & Cantina, oh yeahh, they know what's what. Super nice…read moreplace for Brunch. Walk-in Welcome, Ambience, cleanliness, music, decor, friendly staff, good food CHECKMATE! I feel so bad as I can't remember our servers name but she was a doll! I know people don't always like to be checked on mid feedings, but the attention was on point. We are coming back for dinner next week and if I was a local, they would know my name and my "usual". On our table was the following delicacies: Chilaquiles Clasicos with Carne asada, Chilaquiles Chipotle with Chicken, Eggs Benedict with carne asada, gluten free option was the Veggie Omelette w/breakfast potatoes, complimentary chips & salsa, great flavuuur by the way! If you are a Cafe De Olla fan, it's pretty good. I did add 1 packet of sugar for a little more sweetness. Happy customers. Thank you!

I tried it for the first time over the weekend…read more I was a later arrival and my party was already enjoying their food. It took some time for my order to be taken. I thought clearly stated what I'd like to have. Unfortunately the enchiladas took a very long time to make it to the take, while my party was now boxing up their plates. To my surprise there was no chicken as requested. I just checked with the sever to ensure I was not charged the additional fee for protein. The rice was crunchy, and the beans was not even above room temp. To me this indicates food that sat awhile. While the flavor of the enchiladas was decent, the cheese was already starting to solidify again. I do not plan to return.

Recommend 1000000% Everything is so good!! I have tried…read moreseveral dishes and every single time 10/10!! Micheladas are very good too!!!! Forgot to take pics!!! You will not be disappointed!!!

New menu!!! Not…read morewhat you see on yelp. Ordered two sushi rolls the Compadre and Crunch roll, but they are the same exact roll! One has avocado slices on top and one has imitation crab on top. Ordered a mango margarita and got a cucumber one. No big deal since I drink everything alcoholic, but hey at this point worth mentioning. Fyi if you get the rolls fried it's $2 more (didn't know that) and if you ask for extra sauce they'll charge you a $1 more too. Also, maybe the air conditioning broke not quite sure, but they had big orange shop fans inside.

Shout out to Alejandra and the staff for making my Wife's Birthday a memorable one. Food was A1 and…read moreservice was top notch!

We had an amazing time here celebrating a birthday dinner. Food and service was flawless, ambiance…read morewas perfect, and our server Matt was the best! Very helpful, attentive, and always checking in on us and giving us recommendations. He really showed interest in giving us the best experience possible. Will be coming back soon!

Great little place, friendly service, BIG flavors! We were guests at El Perico and wondered why…read moreour host was taking us 20 miles way for Mexican chow. What, you can't find a decent place in IE? Too far but I forgot the distance after the meal. The guac came first. Didn't know they make it at table side. The cart look like she was bussing tables. It was delicious. Mrs. Yelper and I got their Molcajete. Big hit! Lots of choices and decently spicy. Spices at most places are WEAK. Here I would say 6 out of 10. We won't be back because of the distance but HIGHLY recommend.

Came here last week for the first time ever…read more My fiancee and I came for a wedding planning meeting with our neighbors and we were blown away. It's a small place but the ambiance is very welcoming. The staff were incredible and all provided amazing service and went above and beyond. The food was delicious. We all had a margarita and table side guacamole. We also had the molcajete which was amazing and delicious. We were hoping to try the flan or a dessert there however we were way too full after but next time we will try it. We are excited to come back and try more.

This place is Amazing!! The service was fantastic! Cynthia, our waitress was on top of our service…read moreand very attentive. I love this place

Long overdue review. Great food, drinks, and friendly/helpful staff. We stopped in for a late…read morelunch. Tried a couple of Mango Margaritas and the following: Deep Fried Carnitas, Enchiladas de Camaron, and a Cheese Enchilada a la carte. Everything was well prepared and very flavorful. Unfortunately, my 90-year-old mother-in-law was not feeling well and got sick, but not from anything we drank or ate here. The reason I mention this is that the staff jumped into action to assist with clean-up and even helped us get her out to our car safely. That's going the extra mile...great service!

My experience today was not great. I walked into the restaurant, anticipating a good bowl of Menudo…read moreand ended up ordering a bowl alongside a fish taco. I walked in and it took about 15 minutes to get a cup of water. I reminded my waitress and it took an additional 5 minutes to get a cup of water. The food was not good at all, and I feel really bad to say that. I wish the food tasted as good as it looked because it looked great! I ordered my fish taco and the fish was burnt. I got my Menudo and it was extremely bland! It looks so great and I was so letdown! I brought it up to the gentleman in the front and he informed me that they keep it at a base because they have a lot of elderly customers and directed me to the salt on the table. I did in fact add salt to my food and the flavor was still lacking. I wish I had a better first experience because the place was beautiful and I was looking forward to bringing my family in which I will not be doing. I'm going to try this place again and replace my review if it is better next time.

I came here after a day of work and some activities. I like the atmosphere as you can feel it's a…read morefamily run restaurant. The menu is pretty similar to standard American Mexican cuisine. I ordered a few platters including the taco and the loaded nachos. The price is fairly generous, probably closer to what you might get at a takeout than a traditional sit down restaurant. There's actually a lot of seating available whether inside or outside. The staff was all pretty nice and welcoming as well. If I asked for anything like extra plates or utensils, they usually greeted me with a smile. As for the cuisine, it was okay. I think it is suited for a particular taste. Most of the meat we ordered was well done. Well done but not overly dry. More like a crunchy texture. That was true of the asada, carnita, and chicken. If you are used to your meat a little bit more rare or juicy, then this style may not be for you. I thought it was fine but it just depends on your taste buds. I really wanted to give the place 4-stars or even 5. The staff was good, food was fine, and prices all affordable but the place had one problem. Initially, I wanted to eat outside and enjoy some summer breeze with my family. However, there were too many flies attracted to our meal. I was not sure whether it was due to this restaurant or its neighbors. Unfortunately, the flies followed us inside during our meal as well. It may be a non-issue in the colder months but it was a noticeable nuisance during our meal.

5 stars for the service and my food! I asked if the taco salad could be made with fresh romaine…read morelettuce and that's exactly what my server did for me! The way it was going to be prepared was with spring mix, which I don't prefer. I asked for a spicy skinny margarita, and they were able to accommodate me for that as well! Yummy! The reason for the four stars is because the parking lot is extremely dark and sketchy looking. Unfortunately, I don't feel safe outside there. I feel like it could easily be fixed with an investment in better lighting outdoors.

We were looking for a Sunday brunch buffet and decided to try this location. The brunch is…read more$30/adult and $15/child. The food was mediocre but preferred the "on the spot" chef selection where we could order, chilaquiles, fresh tacos, omelets, and quesadillas. The menudo seemed as if it were sitting in the warmer so long it created a dry, thick layer at the top from sitting there for who knows how long. The churros were hard, unsweetened fruits, and dry macaroni salad. The tacos, quesadillas, and chef made eggs were tasteful. The waitress was very attentive and constantly changing out of dishes. Perhaps this day was a fluke as the hostess mentioned they are usually crowded but it was pretty empty when we arrive at 12:30. The do have a pretty large TV in the room next to the bar area and a stage under. Flyers were noted stating Banda on Saturday nights. Overall, the of lack of customers may have resulted in lack of turn around with their buffet...we may try it again soon but overall 3 stars for the service and the cooked food items.

This Mexican restaurant has such a fun atmosphere with a unique, stylish decor that immediately…read moresets the mood. The service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. The food was fresh across the board, but the standout was definitely the ribeye steak tacos. They were packed with tender, flavorful steak and topped with perfectly melted cheese, giving them a rich, indulgent twist that was different from your typical tacos. Many of the dishes had an American-Mexican fusion style, which made the menu feel creative while still delivering bold, satisfying flavors. If you're looking for Mexican food with a modern, fusion-inspired approach in a lively setting, this place is definitely worth checking out.

Not surprised at all that they closed down. Horrible food, horrible service. Everything thing…read morethey do is designed to separate you from your money and wallet. Sad excuse of a restaurant. Closing was an improvement.