Delicious and authentic, can't ask for anything more except better customer service. Have fun…read moretrying to crack a smile out of the lady working the register, she seems bothered by anyone's presence lol. I would give 5 stars but her poor attitude docked a star off. The restaurant is a to-go only spot and it's like a factory behind the counter. You can feel the heat radiating throughout the space. Tortilla chips being made by the second and family platters being assembled. Their menu is pretty extensive so you won't have a problem choosing what you want. Get a side of their guac and chile lime chips, you won't be disappointed. They also have a orange and pina colada whipped soda drink which is tasty and refreshing. Their beef flautas and tamales are finger licking good. I would def come back to try more of their good eats.

I had a very bad experience with Emma, one of the managers at Las Golondrinas. She was extremely…read morerude and unprofessional toward me. She came up to me saying I was "in here for free," which made no sense to me. When I asked what she was talking about, she brought up something about a Facebook post involving her daughter, which had nothing to do with the restaurant or her job. I asked her to show me the post since she was making it such a big issue, but then she said, "Never mind, forget about it." At that point, it felt like she started a problem for no reason and then refused to explain herself. She was yelling, being disrespectful, and creating an uncomfortable situation. I've had issues with her attitude before, and it's disappointing that complaints about her behavior don't seem to be taken seriously. A manager should know how to speak to customers with respect and professionalism. This experience made me feel unwelcome, and I hope ownership takes this seriously.

It was Friday July 3rd, my husband and I decided to have an early lunch at Carmelita's before the…read moreholiday weekend descended upon Dana Point. We took our dogs to enjoy the quiet patio. We got there around 11am and plenty of outdoor seating to accommodate our three dogs. We ordered two skinny margaritas, the shrimp taquitos, chile Torreados and al pastor plate. The first to arrive is the lovely chips and salsa along with their bean dip which is a favorite of mine. The skinny margaritas were so refreshing and light especially in the summer weather. The shrimp taquitos is one of the best items on the menu, they came out piping hot and crispy. They were fried to perfection and the shredded lettuce, sauce and tomatoes gave it a dynamic flavor. We shared the al pastor plate and made ourselves tacos to enjoy. The service was quick & friendly and the food came out hot and ready to enjoy. If you're looking for Mexican food near the beach in Dana Point, Carmelitas is the place to go.

Delicious food at good prices with a updated ambiance…read more Enjoyed fish tacos and steak bowl. Really good and would go back

Luis & Joe were absolutely incredible in providing us exceptional service. This place is the…read moreperfect pitstop, girls brunch/dinner, catchup restaurant while sitting right off the beach. I will for sure be coming back here and more disappointed in myself it took 25 years to finally dine here. 10/10 experience and I appreciate their quality of service and allowing us to sit and yap for 4 hours.

I enjoyed this restaurant for years but only tolerated one person who works there for too long…read more If you read reviews you will see get name everywhere so I don't have to say it. It's sad because this place would do so much better if she didn't work there. Who wants to go pay to eat out and get an attitude every time? No us! Bye

Lupes in Aliso Viejo is by far the BEST Mexican food I have ever had in our area. Their taco's are…read morebomb...love the home made tortillas & the taste of the chicken & carne asada...the cilantro sauce in the salsa bar is the cherry on top. Love the atmosphere and the staff is always kind and welcoming. I have recommended soooo many people and they agree it's great!

Small restaurant but the decor is inviting and immersive! Order at the counter, the service is…read moresuper friendly. I got 3 tacos, all with different meats, I found the carne asada to be the best. Rice & beans came with the tacos and I found the portion to be filling. Food came out pretty quick! I sat and ate in the restaurant, there's limited seating. But there are some tables outside too. I also saw many people come in for mobile order pick ups. I'd return here! [this review was made in connection with a Toast promotion, Lupe's Mexican Eatery did not ask me to leave this review]

Asked ChatGPT for best Aguachille in southern OC and told us about this place. It was the best…read moreaguachille, but service and everything else we ordered was amazing. A new favorite for us.

We were driving home on the 5 and we were looking for some Mexican food. El ZARANDEADO came up on…read moreour Yelp search so we gave it a try. It was Amazing. If your looking for Mexican seafood style this is the place. We tried the fried ahi tacos shrimp cocktail, and the shrimp ceviche. Each was was filled with flavor and fresh. We like it hot so we liberally added the Tapatio. Our kids kept it simple with kids menu items that are also available (chicken nuggets and burrito). The ambiance for lunch was a clean location with large TVs but space for small and large groups. The service was quick and helpful, our server Marlena was great providing insight to favored dishes.

Clean, chill spot with delicious, fresh Mexican food. Nice outside patio and cool A/C indoors with…read moreLatin music playing in the background

Yummy and delicious! They have a pretty fantastic menu daily for happy hour with plenty of filling…read moreoptions. I had crispy chicken tacos, which were excellent. Service staff are friendly and welcoming. This place can get busy so grab a table outside before you order it's casual and a "come as you are" vibe.

A++++ I stumbled on…read morethis place toward the end of the afternoon and I'm glad I did. It's a cute little bistro in the industrial area of Saint Clemente around some other restaurants, including a Starbucks around the corner. The staff was super friendly when I walked in, need to use the restroom and the restrooms were super clean, and then I ordered a burrito the way I like it made made a couple of adjustments extra meat less cheese and I ordered the ribeye burrito and it was fantastic. Great amount of flavor. Didn't require any salsa or anything to help enhance it. Juicy and just well-made. Their chips were fresh out of the oven or at least tasted like it still warm. Very impressed. This little place. I'll definitely be coming back. Deserves five stars plus

We were in the Laguna beach area during optimal brunch time so a lot of breakfast-y restaurants…read morewere PACKED. Little unassuming Chelas was the perfect little spot for some brunch. They had a nice dog friendly ground level area so we could bring our pup. We ordered their chicken tortilla soup, 1/2 pint of guac, and burrho de alambre! 10/10 for everything. The chicken tortilla soup as hearty and toasty, perfect for the cooler weather. The guac was exactly my style, not too salty, not too tart, and demolished in no time. My husband really enjoyed his burrito from the speiclas menu as well!

This is the best dining experience that I have ever had. I went on a weekday night and fairly…read moreearly got seated immediately and had a great margarita. The food was so good that I don't think I can go to another Mexican restaurant ever again . The enchiladas were small, but absolutely perfect and tasty. They were sitting in a sauce that was so fresh and so well put together. I know I've gotta come back again here soon. The service was impeccable, and the guy was cute. The whole ambience was perfect. I spent a little more than I do at any other restaurant, but worth every penny. Unbeatable experience. Thank you.

Do not hesitate, this place is phenomenal!! 5++ stars!!…read more My hubby and I have been coming here since we moved to San Clemente several years ago, and we cannot give enough praise to this incredible establishment! We typically dine at the bar, which offers full dining service. We love coming here and have never had a bad experience. The cuisine is delectable, the management and staff gracious and attentive, and the ambience is exquisite!

Amazing Torta Asada & quesadilla grande! Cold beer and…read morefriendly service- What more do you want? Highly recommend!!

I love the tortillas on my burritos to have a nice crisp to it and these hit that mark. Breakfast…read moreburrito (with carne asada) was pretty solid, I was able to save half and eat the rest for later. They have young staff members that are very attentive and professional. Parking in the area is not the easiest but that's typical with this area.

We all loved what we ordered. We had fish tacos, potato tacos, and a bean and cheese burrito. I…read morewould definitely come back to San Clemente just for that taco plate. The fish tacos had slaw and a flavorful sauce. They were fresh with a nice texture. The potato taco was fried and had a crispy outside and soft inside. So satisfying! The refried beans and rice were not the highlights, but they were good enough accompaniments. Five stars for excellent food and service for a place without a bathroom that is in an unremarkable strip mall near the Dollar Store. It would be easy to miss this gem.

Rico's is one of those places that consistently delivers great Mexican food at a very reasonable…read moreprice. The quality and freshness of the food really stand out, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. One of the highlights is their homemade sauces--they're fresh, flavorful, and really set Rico's apart from the typical Mexican food spot. Everything tastes like it's made with care rather than coming from a package. Great food, homemade sauces, generous portions, and reasonable prices. Definitely a place worth supporting and coming back to!