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    El Ranchito Taqueria

    3.9 (188 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Shrimp taco Combo
    Maya E.

    I don't know why, but I attempted to place an order here again despite my last bad experiences. It's super close by and I'm pregnant and not feeling well, so I wanted to pick something up fast. Let me start by saying I tried to place an order online and that didn't work. Said they weren't accepting orders online. I call in and a lady answered the phone. I ask in English can I please place an order she said 'hold on' and walked away from phone and took someone else's order. A few mins later another lady picked up the phone and asked me in Spanish (I can understand Spanish, I choose not to speak it due to my broken Spanish." "you would like to place an order right?" And I said yes please. She goes away from the phone and is talking to the First Lady that answered the phone. IN SPANISH: First girl said 'it's an English call' 'Are you serious? Mmmm pues I don't want to take this call"*big sigh* Then the phone hangs up. Are you kidding me? Never again. Super rude and straight up disrespectful. This is not the first time they've said something about English speakers! Super rude any time I've been in there too, why, cause my skin is white too?

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    Joe M.

    My goto spot for mexican food. Their diablo hot salsa is very good. I wanted to upload the latest menu.

    Angel F.

    I love this place. I have not been there in a while, but the food is awesome, and service great. I love the tacos. It is a cozy spot. I recommend that you get there before or after the lunch rush, if you to get a table. It's a small restaurant, it fills up quickly.

    Chilaquiles rojos con bistec

    La comida es muy rica gracias por atendernos bien que tengan felices fiestas estamos muy satisfechos

    Cheese quesadilla
    Anna S.

    Wow what a hidden gem... very authentic Mexican taqueria!! We got tacos, quesadilla, and a horchata and everything was delicious. The interior is very traditional so I wouldn't take someone here for a first date but highly recommend to come w friends or family :) The service was phenomenal and our food came out within 10 minutes. The employees were so helpful and efficient - definitely coming back.

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    4 months ago

    The food was with good flavor. Muy buena los chilaquiles verdes. No muy caro but I almost cleaned my plate.

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    2 months ago

    Good food and excellent service I come here about twice a week for the past 3 years now

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    2 months ago

    Good food! Went there and they were so sweet. Burrito is about 13 bucks. Not bad! Would come again.

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    8 months ago

    The menudo and pozole are great. Friendly workers. The other dishes are also tasty. Close to home.

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    Small little place, The staff is always so kind and friendly, and the food is great and reasonably priced.

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    Food is always delicious and fresh customer service is nice and helpful environment is clean inside and out

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    1 year ago

    Highly recommend this place if you are in the of the area best asada fries in BUENA Park come and check it out

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    Tacos Puro Jalisco

    Tacos Puro Jalisco

    4.3
    (784 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    ¡MUY DELICIOSO! Birria is a must get item! Quesabirria and birria tacos were so tender.Spicy…read morepickled onions and salsa bar were very generous and delicious. You know that with all the abuelitas, construction workers, and families eating here that this is THE spot for tacos. Beware of crowded parking lot but there is street parking all around. So much dining room at this shop! Fast service too

    I did not want to like this place because only after I ordered was when I found out that there was…read morea credit card surcharge of 95 cents. That's a lot for a $19 order (4 tacos and one burrito). I did not see any notices for a credit card fee. If there are any signs, someone feel free to correct me and show me a photo and time stamp, I'll gladly revise my review. This is a very small taco place with very limited parking. You're better off parking along the streets and walking here. It's a casual dining so you order and then sit wherever you want. There's indoor and outdoor seating. During rush hour, it's pretty hectic. The salsa and toppings bar is located right next to the ordering line, so people were constantly squeezing past each other to get through. It wasn't very convenient, and with the restaurant already being on the smaller side, it could easily feel cramped and overwhelming for anyone who doesn't like tight spaces. However, I do like that there is an open salsa and toppings bar. They even have pickled onions, radish, and carrots. The salsas were very good as well, not overly spicy. I tried the carne asada, pastor, and chicken tacos. All of which were really good and well marinated. Meats were tender and not dry at all. Just on the taste alone, I'll definitely be back and will be paying with cash or debit next time. They definitely need a warning for credit surcharges and hopefully it won't be a rush hour next time I go.

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    Wet green burrito asada tacos de asada and chivo birria tacos
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    Lagos Mexican Cuisine

    Lagos Mexican Cuisine

    4.0
    (859 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$
    Speaks Spanish
    Free WiFi

    Came here to celebrate my dad's birthday with my family and Thanya was our server for the night…read more Her service was top tier! She kept checking up on our table constantly and also brought out a cake for the celebration without us asking! She was the best! The other servers were also very attentive! & the food was amazing, will definitely be coming again!

    My family and I went to Lagos Mexican Cuisine in Fullerton for Mother's Day to celebrate my wife…read morefor the Outstanding job she does as the matriarch of our family. I have to say that we had a wonderful time eating some scrumptious food! Everything was prepared to our satisfaction and tasted absolutely delicious! My daughter (my Princess) had Birria Al Vapor which were seasoned perfectly. She really loved her dish! My wife (my Queen) had fluffy Waffles with tasty scrambled eggs and crispy bacon. She was totally satisfied as well! I had the combination Flajitas Flat Iron with tender chicken breast meat, juicy sautéed shrimp, and moth watering steak. My meal was Bomb!! Both the Flajitas and the Birria Al Vapor came with rice and beans as well and were quite filling! Lagos gets an A+ for the food for sure!! We were fortunate enough to have Rene Gonzalez as our waiter and he took excellent care of us. He was pleasant, friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. He took his job seriously and seemed to enjoy every minute of what he was doing. He kept our drinks refilled and ensured that we had everything that we needed and wanted to enjoy our meal at this establishment! Shout out to you Rene, as well as all of the other waiters and waitresses who worked and also stopped by our table during our meal to see if we needed anything . It was awesome to see everyone working together and getting along so well! I can see how this place can be so popular because of staff like these guys!! Thanks to you all for handling such a busy day with professionalism, grace and warm smiles while doing so! This is truly commendable! We will definitely be back! As far as the ambiance is concerned, Lagos is a stunningly beautiful building on the inside and outside! It has beautiful arches and high ceilings which are adorned with authentic sculptures and pristine lighting. There is ample seating in various sections of the expansive restaurant, with comfortable seating both inside and outside! The atmosphere is warm and comforting, and all patrons seemed to enjoy their stay while eating and fellowshipping together! This was totally Awesome!! We had a swell time and would like to highly recommend Lagos in Fullerton to anyone looking for authentic Mexican cuisine, in a professional, friendly and absolutely beautiful restaurant!! Nicely done guys!!! Especially you Rene!!!

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    Lounge and bar
    Lounge and bar
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    Tres leches cake
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    Puesto Anaheim

    Puesto Anaheim

    4.4
    (2.1k reviews)
    6.1 mi
    $$
    Minority-owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    I celebrated my 29th birthday here with my family & it reminded me why Puesto has always been one…read moreof my favorite spots. I used to work here years ago so I know how much care goes into the food & drinks. The Puesto Perfect Margarita is still my favorite margarita I've ever had. Everything is made fresh & you can absolutely taste the difference. I always order mine with a sugar rim. It's consistently refreshing, balanced & incredibly smooth. We stopped by on a Monday around 4:30 p.m. just before happy hour ended. It was nice & relaxed when we arrived. It only started getting a little busier as we were leaving. We took advantage of happy hour & ordered a few favorites. The potato taquitos have been one of my go-to menu items for years & are just as delicious as I remembered. Crispy on the outside, flavorful inside & served over a generous bed of fresh guacamole that makes every bite even better. We also tried one of the newer happy hour items the short rib mini burrito served with a green sauce. Both my husband & I really enjoyed it. The short rib was tender & the sauce added the perfect amount of brightness. I was happily snacking on the chips with the molcajete salsa. It's one of my favorite restaurant salsas. I also love the chips with Puesto Perfect guacamole. It makes it hard to stop eating. Since it was my birthday I treated myself to a Tropical Candy Shot. If you like bold flavors definitely order one. It reminded me of a Mexican street candy in shot form with a Tajín rim & a pineapple garnish. It was festive, flavorful & the perfect birthday treat. The sweetest surprise of the evening was the complimentary birthday dessert. A slice of pistachio tres leches cake. I love tres leches but I've never had a pistachio version before. It was incredibly moist & rich without being too heavy. The pistachios added the perfect crunch & nutty flavor. It was one of the highlights of the meal. One small detail I always appreciate is that they bring a pitcher of water to the table. This makes it easy to refill your glass throughout the meal without waiting. It's a thoughtful touch that makes the dining experience feel more comfortable. I'm so glad we came back after not visiting for quite a while. I love the consistently amazing margaritas, delicious happy hour menu, & warm hospitality. The thoughtful birthday surprise made it even better. It was a wonderful way to celebrate. I'll definitely be back! If you're visiting for the first time do yourself a favor & order the Puesto Perfect Margarita & potato taquitos. Also save room for the pistachio tres leches if it's available.

    My friend and I came here tonight to celebrate my birthday, and luckily, our reservation fell…read moreduring their happy hour and Taco Tuesday! Doubling stacking deals was a big brain idea, I'll admit. I originally discovered Puesto through the Crazy, Wild Taco Night event I attended earlier this year, and it's nice to know that their restaurant offerings maintain their quality even outside of the competition setting. We ordered chips and salsa, esquite, non-alcoholic passion fruit margarita mocktails, filet mignon tacos, surf and turf tacos, and a grilled shrimp taco. I think I would skip the grilled shrimp taco next time, but the other two tacos were great and the 50% off price point made them even tastier. Our host and server were both very friendly, and we enjoyed the meal. Free self parking is available for two hours with validation from the restaurant.

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    Baja Fish, Verduras, and Filet Tacos
    Baja Fish, Verduras, and Filet Tacos
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    The Main Dining Room set up for a Family-Style Event
    Cucumber, Watermelon, and Mango Margarita

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