Don Meres Restaurant

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While coming back from a Temecula visit my favorite food critic, (The Wife) became peckish and wanted food with some heat. Our son recommended Main Street and we discovered 3 competing Mexican food spots closely situated. I saw this spot and they had me at the word authentic on the sign. We arrived around noon on a Thursday and the place was empty. The convenient drive through makes things easy but we went inside. She ordered Chile Relleno which came with rice and beans and I asked for a chicken enchilada and a crunchy hard shell machaca taco, (shredded beef) with double frijoles. Chips and salsa and 2 beers. It all came out hot and fresh and the beer was ice cold. The home made salsa Roja had the very best flavor and it had the habanero kick we were looking for...so look out. The chips were fresh but had a touch too much salt. If your in the mood for authentic Mexican food you need to visit this spot. The clean dining room has televisions and the booths are comfortable. Did I mention the handmade authentic tortillas? oh boy oh boy oh boy. read more

Don Meres Restaurant - The crema on the enchilada and the Machaka Taco with the best Pico de Gallo. - Mexican Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

Don Meres Restaurant - Salty chips and both salsa verde and salsa Roja. I asked for picante! and was not disappointed. - Mexican Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

Don Meres Restaurant - Both plates and handmade tortillas wrapped for freshness. - Mexican Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

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Don Meres Restaurant - Worth stopping for! - Mexican Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

Don Meres Restaurant - Chile Relleno was amazing. My favorite food critic, (the wife) was not a fan of the rice and beans. I liked the authentic recipe. - Mexican Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

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David F.

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Been here many times for good Mexican food. The last couple times I stopped by, they were closed even during their posted business hours. Hard to maintain a restaurant business when you don't maintain consistent hours. read more

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Siria R.

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I stopped by to have the chilaquiles and boy I was impressed! The salsa was delicious, they packed my plate and had refried beans as well. Staff super friendly def a hidden gem. You gotta try it! read more

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John L.

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This restaurant has had many names and iterations over the past 20 years. Stopped in this morning for breakfast and definitely wasn't disappointed. I had the egg, potato, and bean plate with tortillas. My wife had the Machaca plate. Both were excellent. read more

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Mike T.

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Best Mexican food in Lake Elsinore. On Main across from the Cultural Center. Jose (the owner) always greets us warmly and remembers our preferences. You will love the food. read more

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excellent service!!! the staff here are so welcoming so friendly very informative we got the chicken and cheese enchiladas the chili Verde plate chicken and french fries and cheese enchilada beans and rice two bottled beers and two sodas for 70 bucks family of four !!!! food was perfect and made from scratch.... definitely returning.... The Building however is obviously going through some remodeling and half the menu does not work ( it's on a screen) they didn't have any fountain drinks set up yet but they did have a tall cooler where you could pick your beverages and the waitress was very informed on the menu we were able to make a very well conscious decision read more

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Joshua P.

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I highly recommend trying to Bierria tacos. This place is amazing. All of their food is good. I also love the California burrito. The people that work here are amazing and always extra nice. read more

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Good food and fair prices. I've had one bad experience with the taquitos, it taste like Lysol as if someone sprayed the counters and it got in the food. read more

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Kimberly G.

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I got menudo (had a long night lol) and it was very flavorful. I did get a lot of juice and barely any food however once I called and explained it to her she fixed the issue right away. I thought I was going to just get a bowl of hominy but instead I ended up with a whole other cup of menudo. I definitely appreciated that effort! I would go here again and again and recommend the menudo to anyone local for sure especially since it's available everyday and not just weekends like most places. read more

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Sandra A.

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The best if the best .. my Mexican fav spot .. love the ambience and cleanliness.. customer service at is best

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I waited in the drive thru for 10 minutes and nobody bothered to help me. Obviously I won't be coming back

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Great menudo and friendly service at restaurant. Went in to order menudo to go, and didn't have to wait very long for order. Will be back again. read more

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Went back for a second time Wife had carnitas tacos and I had Chile Verde burrito. AWESOME!!! read more

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Drew L.

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Love this family owned restaurant. I always go for the breakfast (huevos rancheros and menudo) but after looking at the lunch menu I'll be coming back to try that out as well. Classic and fun downtown location. I definitely recommend. read more

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Macarena O.

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Our go to Mexican restaurant! Food is always on point with flavor and freshness. When in town we always end the day here. We pick up our food drive thru and head on home. Our go to is the Al mojo de ajo camaron and my husband gets their tacos or a torta de asada. Great service everyone is always very friendly. read more

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Dewie R.

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Great food and fantastic service. One of my favorite places to eat. The restaurant is as nice layed back plact to relax and eat. read more

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Hayley T.

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Went for breakfast. They open at 9, we got there at 8:45 and waited. I'm A self proclaimed menudo connoisseur (probably the only 1 on the planet) thus have had some amazing and not so amazing menudo. There really is a difference between someone that makes it because they love it and those that make it because it's on the menu. I wish I got the gentleman's name! He said he made the menudo the night before and it is good. So good that if I don't like it, I don't have to pay for it AND he won't be upset about it. It WAS good. Not the best I've had but definitely not the worst! Wondering if the Menifee location is as good. I'll definitely go try it someday! read more

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Tabbe W.

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The entire ambiance set the petfect mood,staff is very attentive to all guest not just our large group,the food delicately place to perfection and taste amazing read more

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Ryan R.

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Best Mexican joint around by far! Weekend breakfast spot for sure and the micheladas are great. The cook is awesome read more

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Stephen G.

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Always amazing especially the California burritos and Cheese enchiladas done with mole sauce! Amazing!

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Kristopher S.

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My wife and I brought out in laws to have breakfast here and the food was great! The service was outstanding and the vibe was just like being at home with family! Definitely coming back! read more

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Susan R.

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This place blows my expectations. People really don't know what they have in their little town. This place looks like the restaurant that has always been there but nobody has gone to. This little family run Mexican restaurant really reminds you of growing up with the Tias, la abuela, your mama back home. We have been coming here for a few years and are never disappointed. We love the machaca...tacos de tripas... and the menudo is the best in town. The prices are decent and the service is very welcoming. read more

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Isaura T.

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Went for breakfast. The menu has options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I ordered the machaca plate and it was delicious! I had never eaten a plate like it before. It was shredded beef cooked with scrambled eggs, it was served with beans and home style potatoes. The place was calm, which was nice because there wander much people and waiting. The cashiers were super friendly and welcoming. We were well attended and had our food served quickly. I really enjoyed the service. I definitely recommend trying this place out! read more

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Sandi N.

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One of our favorite Mexican food places. Their menudo is great and the food is so tasty! They owner is super nice and helpful!

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Pozole and menudo are really good here. Family friendly restaurant, great place to have dinner with the family.

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Daphne M.

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One word... POZOLE!!! I keep wanting pozole and it's only going to get worse with the cold weather!!! This one was LEGIT! Omg so good, tons of pork in it, huge serving, a big juicy lime. I could use more cabbage and cilantro and I'm sure I could have asked for more but I wanted to try it as is! I know where I am coming anytime I want some. Comes with fresh, hot, homemade tortillas! There's also a salsa bar that is ok. Guacamole was ok. You order at the counter and seat yourself. The guy at the counter was very friendly. They even offered us to go cups for drinks. My partner ordered the carnitas burrito and said it was delicious and that the meat was very tender. I can't wait to come back and try more. read more

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Great Menudo, with all the must haves! Onion cilantro lemon tortillas... must try! Great service as well read more

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Veronica L.

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Found this restaurant by accident and I'm glad I did. I desired to pull thru the drive thru checked out their menu and it's a really big menu so much to choose, I ordered a carne Asada torta it was so tasty and good everything tasted so fresh my husband got carne Asada nachos and wow we were blown away they were delicious we also tried their churro cheesecake it was drizzled with caramel and raspberry sauce I will definitely be going back read more

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RC M.

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Stopped here for lunch after looking at the positive reviews. I wasn't disappointed. First I was a bit surprised there was no table waiting service. You order at a window and then you take a table and they bring it to you. I ordered 2 fish tacos ala carte. When they arrived they were very, very tasty. I asked for their mild salsa and it was at the perfect spice level for my taste. There was plenty of fish and other ingredients in the tacos. Well worth a visit! This place is located in old town Elsinore. read more

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James H.

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This place is always so good! Friendly, clean, and great food!! We go hear often and have never had less than an amazing experience.

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Robyn V.

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Don Meres is open!! Great food, great service!!! Everywhere else is closed! Eddies service was impeccable!! read more

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Yvette M.

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Came for the Menudo it was Perfect. Well seasoned very very tasty. Hubby ordered Machaca plate very very good. Will I return Heck Ya. The place was clean and excellent Service. read more

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Jossie V.

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Best Mexican food in town..The service is fast from dining in to take out. Wonderful staff.. Ask for Jose !!! read more

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Ricardo G.

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I ordered the menudo as it was high ratings. The panza was over cooked and the broth was thick and no spice to it. This was my third time and I don't think it merits more than 3 stars. It's just ok, not bad. read more

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Damien A.

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Wife and I decided to stop in for dinner and this exceeded our expectations. Excellent customer service, and good food. The restaurant including the restrooms was very clean and well organized. The red sauce on their burrito was way better than most. Will be back to make our way through the rest of menu. read more

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Kenneth M.

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Best in town great menudo and tacos. Great hard working staff Ps don't forget to try the michelada one of the best I have had read more

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Holly W.

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Great food at good prices. We had the machaca and chilaquiles. Would definitely go back.

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Sergio Z.

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This is the worse menudo I ate in my life !!! Ewww no good at all, nothing special in this restaurant. read more

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Adrian M.

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The food is absolutely delicious! I am so glad it trusted the Yelp reviews and gave it a try! Definitely coming back ! read more

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202 N Main St
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
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(951) 228-5224
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http://www.donmeresrestaurant.com

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Hours

What time does Don Meres Restaurant open?

Don Meres Restaurant opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Don Meres Restaurant close?

Don Meres Restaurant closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Don Meres Restaurant closes at 7:00 PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Thu 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMFri-Sun 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Does Don Meres Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Don Meres Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Don Meres Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Don Meres Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Don Meres Restaurant serve alcohol?

No, Don Meres Restaurant does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Don Meres Restaurant allow dogs?

Yes, Don Meres Restaurant allows dogs.

Does Don Meres Restaurant have TVs?

Yes, Don Meres Restaurant has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Don Meres Restaurant have bike parking?

Yes, Don Meres Restaurant has bike parking.

Does Don Meres Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Don Meres Restaurant has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Does Don Meres Restaurant have free WiFi?

No, Don Meres Restaurant does not have free WiFi.

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Went to the lake Elsinore store on 5/25 for breakfast. I had the huevos rancheros and my wife had the machaca. Not only was the presentation fantastic but the food was hot, tasty, well seasoned and done right. The home made tortillas were fantastic and the salsa bar was well stocked with at least 4-5 kinds of salsa, chilis toreados,carrots, radishes, etc. They also had larger containers for the salad bar accompaniments besides the usual small little cups. We were also served chips and salsa . Chef Jose is classically trained with knowledge of International cuisine and it shows with his food. I am a retired chef and somewhat picky in my food but I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for a reasonably priced place with great tasty food... Rod Lewis Lake Elsinore resident read more

Grace M.

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7 years ago

The food, service, and overall experience was 5/5 stars. The food is authentic Mexican. Don't let the few negative reviews fool you. This is as authentic as it gets. I have tried quite a bit of the menu from going there a many times, and everything has been spot on. The flavor is amazing. The people working there are all so friendly. I don't think I have encountered nicer staff anywhere else. They make you feel at home. My overall experience was amazing. I am a lifetime customer for sure. I don't think I can ever go back to eating Mexican food anywhere else. The head chef and owner, Jose, is so friendly. It's refreshing to see. I can't recommend this place enough. If you are ever in the area, please go try this place! read more

Braxton L.

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2

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7 years ago

The best, most authentic mexican food I have ever had. I drive an hour to go here and it is completely worth it. Every entree is delicious and is followed by amazing dessert options. Their customer service makes you feel valued and welcomed. I highly recommend that everyone eats here and when you do; you will fall in love as I did. read more

Jeff B.

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0

7 years ago

Horrible customer service manager yelled at me when i demanded my money back because my food was incorrect then his workers come outside in the drivethru to fight "Racist" unprofessional disgusting people i will never be back and i sincerely hope your business is closed down for the way you treat your customers!!! read more

Kimberly G.

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1

0

8 years ago

Amazing customer service and the food is delicious! Pozole and menudo are divine! We try something new every time we come and are never disappointed. This is a great place to take the family. read more

Rossie H.

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9 years ago

first time in here! we order: machaca,chilaquiles and flautas. the food was delicious, the taste is like real mexican food. this will be our favorite place to eat. read more

Crystal G.

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3

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9 years ago

Best service ever the food is amazing!! Must try the fried ice cream was the bomb i will definitely be coming back again my new favorite spot!! read more

Brian H.

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7

6

9 years ago

Good service, great food. We will Definitely be back. Prices were good also. If you are in the area stop by.

Melissa A.

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5

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8 years ago

Love this place the owner is a great down to earth guy and the food is ALWAYS on point and delicious!!

Juanita M.

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4

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9 years ago

First time here , and would definitely come back. Great food, great service what else do you need..

Angie K.

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5

6

8 years ago

Love the fresh food and amazing staff. Always get my food when it's hot. Love the variety of salsas.

Kat B.

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32

8

9 years ago

Food is delicious and the service was amazing!!! Very nice people!!! We will for sure come back...

Sheerine B.

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4

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3 years ago

I wish we would have come here sooner. The food is delicious. This place is such a gem.

Onlooker G.

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6

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7 years ago

Best Mexican food in town! Quality food and friendly service, my go to for local food!

Maria R.

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1

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5 years ago

Best most Amazing tasty green chicken enchiladas !!!!

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