Good food amazing service Chicken are extremely juicy…read more Staff are extremely friendly ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQ

Food, service and vibes were all impeccable. Our server was Rachel who was incredibly attentive and…read moreprovided great food recommendations! Will be back!

I got introduced to Bandito when they catered for a friend. I loved the rice and beans and knew I…read morehad to visit this restaurant. I was surprised by how vegan-friendly the menu is. It's not always easy finding good plant-based options at traditional spots, but they actually have a nice variety to choose from. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The restaurant is downtown so the parking isn't great but it's worth it. Overall, it's a solid choice if you're craving Mexican food and still want satisfying plant-based options. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu.

PREMISE: I went here on a Tuesday night with a group of 10 friends…read more WAIT TIME: Not long! You order at the counter and then you can rather take it to go or sit in their restaurant. There's plenty of indoor seating and some outdoor seating as well. Food came relatively quickly as well for all of us, and drinks came out right away. Wait was maybe 5-10 minutes but all the food was freshly made! FOOD: They don't have too big of a menu, but that's not bad. I tried the carne asada, el pastor, and the mushroom tacos + queso tacos. The tacos were a lot bigger than larger tacos, coming at roughly $4 per taco. I would recommend the queso tacos because i LOVE cheese but the regular tacos are good. The quesadillas were very filling and there was a lot to them as well if you want something that'll fill you up more than a taco. SERVICE: Service was good. Everyone who helped us was very nice. PARKING: There is street parking and parking lots around the area for you to walk in--all of which are paid parking. You can use an app for the lots or use coins for the street parking. I've gone here during the day and night and I haven't had any issues with parking at all. INTERIOR: The interior is very simple: warm tones with benches. If you have a big party, you most likely will have to split up between multiple tables. For us, a party of 10, we divided it between 4 and 6, though the 6 was a tight fit. BATHROOM: Clean. Nothing crazy when I went there. I'm pretty sure you can use the bathroom too even if you don't buy anything. LOCATION: This place is in downtown Santa Ana, so there are a lot of shops for you to look around, eat at, or shop at if you go during the day. Very fun to eat tacos here and then go on a walk afterwards :)) TLDR: A very good taco spot to go eat if you want good tacos. They're open till 10pm weekdays and midnight on weekends as well. Decent variety that's fresh and very flavorful

We're back and we're still obsessed except this time I have to shout out their burger of the month:…read morethe chorizo smash. IT IS SO GOOD! It's like a burger and a taco had a baby. We made it a triple and got the pickled onions on the side just cause and no regrets. Sidenote another special shout out to the beeriest beer cheese I've ever had (in the best way), like this cheese is almost hoppy and I love it sm. Final shout out to the service! Everyone's always so nice and hospitable. We usually sit at the bar and enjoy one of their rotational draft beers :)

was craving a smash burgers and stopped by here for the first time! got their original hammer smash…read more($10) and single portion fries ($3). you order first at the register and they brought it to our table which is very nice. love their own housemade sauce bar (free!!!) and ample clean seating. smash burger is good, exactly what i was craving. it's nothing too unique though, maybe since i got the original one, but nice to try if you're in the area

This is a must try. A variety of great tasting Burritos,…read more you will want to try them all! Thier Tinga and Chicharon Burritos are the best I've had in a while. High end Burritos without the price.

This is a restaurant who up until 2023, got a Michelin Star every year. Suddenly it stopped…read more Michelin Stars are awarded to restaurants for: Quality of the ingredients Mastery of flavor and cooking techniques The personality of the chef in the cuisine Value for money Consistency across multiple visits Michelin Stars have been awarded since 1926 by the French Michelin Tire Company. It is one of the most coveted awards world-wide. It is clear why this restaurant no longer rates a Michelin Star. It is also clear why it is not very busy no matter what time you visit. A very small, very skinny burrito is $4.95 and adding cheese or sauce can cost an additional $0.45 to $0.75 each. A small bowl of beans is $4.25. An average person will spend $20 to eat. There is no salsa bar, no place to get condiments, sauces, or anything else...you can help yourself to water and soft drinks, eat with plastic forks...if you order for two, the meal must be picked up at the counter...no table service...and it comes on one tray in a single basket..not even a separate plate for two people. The red and green sauces are both watery - these are not "salsa" like you would expect in a regular Mexican restaurant but their own idea of a sauce - and green is not green but a sickly yellow color and if you order an extra you pay $0.75 and get a small plastic cup. The menu is burritos and quesadillas, no tacos, no enchiladas. The menu is minimalist, as is the seating and lack of salsa stations. Clearly the statement is "it costs alot to make these burritos and we're not going to give you any extras." The experience is "zero hospitality" and again "minimalist" comes to mind. You sit in rows of small stainless steel tables. Some are "rickety" and rock back and forth badly so you have to change tables. Chairs were not really designed for humans. The claim to fame is their tortillas - they don't describe their sourcing at all - modern restaurants even fast food like "burger lounge" or "in and out" tell you what kind of oil they use to cook, where they get their meats, cheeses, etc. and especially important for burritos is sourcing of gluten products - flour for tortillas may taste good but is it laced with glyphosate sprayed on the grains during and after growing? Anyone who eats out regularly and doesn't pay attention to sourcing is just not wanting to live a long, healthy, and pain-free life. There are lots of better choices for both menu and hospitality.

I've been coming here since I was a kid in the 90's and this place has not changed. The food tastes…read morethe same and the portions are just as big as back then. I love the seasoning they use on their steak fries and their cheeseburger is my go to. I've also tried their chili fries and they're pretty good too, not too greasy and they have good flavor. Their soft serve ice cream is also good and you get a big portion for the cost. Their breakfast menu is pretty good and they have plenty of other options. I always come here when I'm in the area and it doesn't disappoint. It's good to see consistency in a restaurant for over 30 years even if the ownership changed. I also appreciate the little drive thru they got. Cheers!

I ordered a grilled chicken salad and sat and watched the cook grab EVERYTHING with his bare hands…read more He touched several surfaces with bare hands and even wiped his nose with his bare hands then went back to touching the food with his BARE hands. I noticed one cook wearing gloves and no one else. I was disgusted. Health department needs to reevaluate their handling of foods.

Classic burger spot in Santa Ana Amazing service…read more My recommendation is the BBQ Cheeseburger

The BurgerStop is a good burger place a few blocks for my office. They serve up a good burger…read morehere. They always have a line of people waiting every time I showed up. The line moves quickly. The avocado bacon cheeseburger that I ordered both times were good. Burgers are bigger than your normal chain restaurants. I've enjoyed the food the couple of times I showed up. When I want a burger and don't want to go to a chain restaurant, I definitely will keep this place in mind.

Super!!! Brought our party of 19 people here after my son's…read moreplay. And and introduce many family members to tacos queso dorados y consomme For the first time. Huge hit. The service was so accommodating with our large party. Great food. Great service. Excellent! It was magnificent!

A nice place to get yourself some tasty tacos. Nice flavor and great little tray of condiments and…read moresides. Fast and friendly service Decent pricing Parking lot with some space Thanks!

This place is a great place just reading the bad reviews other people left I just know there mad at…read morelife lol always friendly great food and fast not one complain I live 5 mins from here and I wouldn't go to no other taco/mexican spot this is the place to go you just can't hate on it my favorite thing to order is the asada fries super good ! And the workers are always on point with the great ambiance good place to go.

Taqueria El Gordito is one of my go-to late-night taco spots, especially after work--and it never…read moremisses. They're open until 3am, which already puts them in a clutch category. This is the kind of place you rely on when you need something solid, fast, and satisfying. My usual order is the asada or cabeza tacos--and they don't hold back. The tacos are big, flavorful, and consistently good every time. Every now and then I switch it up with the chile relleno burrito, which is also worth it. Everything I've had here hits. The salsa selection is solid too. They don't have it laid out anymore, but you can just ask at the counter--and they'll take care of you. They've always been cool about giving extra when needed. They've also got a good variety of drinks to go with it. I usually take my food to-go, but the outdoor patio is there if you want to sit and eat. Service is friendly, quick, and consistent--another reason I keep coming back. If you're looking for a reliable late-night taco spot that delivers on flavor and portion, this is it.

I think I finally cracked the code. As a Northeasterner I have always been skeptical of their…read morebrand. It always seemed underwhelming. However watched a few tiktoks to master my order. Got the fries well done, Animal style & the double patty with grilled onions. I was throughly impressed. This experience definitely compared it to the likes of Five Guys or Shake Shack. This cant be missed - the staff was kind and making sure the establishment was clean at all times.

This one is a drive-thru only with two order lanes, but if you're on foot, there is a window you…read morecan order from. They also have some outdoor patio seating, but not much. Since there are two lanes, and no indoor customers, the lines goes by quick. If you'll be taking your meal to go, and you're in Santa Ana, this is the best one to order from.

One of my regular go to spots for breakfast and lunch. I've been coming here for a while, and the…read moreconsistency is what keeps me coming back. The staff is always welcoming, friendly, and attentive, you can really feel the family owned atmosphere. Food is consistently good, portions are generous, and it always hits the spot. Recently had the enchiladas plate with rice and beans, and it was flavorful, comforting, and satisfying. Love supporting local family-owned businesses like this. If you're looking for a solid Mexican spot with friendly service and a welcoming vibe, definitely give them a try.

Love this spot. If you're looking for some good Mexican food looking further this is the spot. I…read morestumbled across this restaurant while I'm looking for some Menudo. And Boy they did not disappoint. It's a mom and Pop shop and they definitely deliver with authentic taste. The Menudo is rich and full of flavor, and the chili sauce that they provide are awesome. I have also tried their Carne Asada burritos, I will say that my personal favorite is Menudo from them, but that's not taken away from the carne asada burrito, It was solid. It's a little restaurant, it does tend to get a little warm during the summer, but during the winter, it's not a problem at all, and if you are cold, the Menudo warm you right up. I will definitely be coming back.