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    Guadalajara Mexican Grill

    3.9 (1.6k reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    GUADALAJARA MEXICAN GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Christian S.

    Updated review - just wanted to add a few more photos from my recent visit! I seriously love this spot. Guadalajara never misses. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and super satisfying - you can tell they put care into everything they serve. Portions are generous, and the prices are very affordable, especially for the quality you're getting. The service has always been friendly and quick, and the overall vibe is relaxed and welcoming. It's one of those places you can count on whether you're grabbing a quick bite or sitting down to enjoy a full meal. Definitely one of my go-to spots. Highly recommend!

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    Glo B.

    We tried their Taco Tuesday special this week and were so disappointed. The taco shells on the crispy ones were very hard and would break apart with each bite. The texture of the soft taco tortillas was inadequate, needed to be juicier. The potato taco was too mushy and flavorless. Beans and rice not like real homemade. Don't bother with the house margarita, I didn't even finish it. We hadn't been here in a few years and used to like it, but at these prices, no thanks.

    Megan A.

    Whenever I visit back home this is the first stop we make when we go out to eat. From the hot and fresh chips and salsa to the entrees and the customer service it's unmatched. We chose to sit outside this time and it was so nice as the had a live band and the weather was nice. We ordered a large margarita and fajitas and they were both so good. I'm already counting down when I can come back again!

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    Therese F.

    Good food and music. Outdoor is best seating. Price and quality good. Great seating area to listen to live music outside.

    Gennifer S.

    We recently hosted a networking event for Alignable with the Riverside County Alliance March 18th 2026, and Peter (General Manager) along with his team did an outstanding job. From start to finish, they made sure every guest felt comfortable, orders were handled quickly, and the follow-up throughout the event was impressive. The food was freshly prepared, hot, and absolutely delicious. This was a great experience all around. We're looking forward to hosting future events here and coming back with friends and family as well. Thank you, Peter and team!

    Rosa Tortilla Factory receipt.

    I will have to give them a one star, not based on the food but based on the service. I have been going to Guadalajara for several years every 3-4 months during my stay in Temecula. This restaurant was ALWAYS on my list no matter what day, what time I'm there, and I always get the same order (two ground beef taco meal/ no sour cream) Today ordering this meal (my husband ordered a taco same way no cheese and beef fajita dinner) we were told there cannot do because it's Cinco de Mayo, the server said she would try but she wasn't sure. Shortly after, the "manager" (unsolicited) came over to tell us there are no substitutions because it's Cinco de Mayo. We got up and left. We went down the street to Rosa's tortilla factory. We had a wonderful meal (3 ground beef tacos beans and rice x 2) all for $14.40, total! How unfortunate that I lost a place (and they lost a customer) that was close to my heart. But I cannot go there again...I don't see how not adding sour cream is a substitution...they have to build the taco, just don't put it on. What's the big deal. This Mexican food restaurant was overwhelmed on Cinco de Mayo. Really... I would encourage people looking for good Mexican food to give Rosa Tortilla factory a try, it's right down the street from Guadalajara. You may be pleasantly surprised.

    An old office courtyard turned into a cute outdoor dining area
    Jennifer H.

    I kept driving by and seeing a full parking lot, so I decided to check it out with my mom since she had been craving Mexican food. There was no one at the host stand when we arrived, so it took a bit to get seated. However, our server, Kat, was super friendly and personable. Yummy chips and salsa seem to be included with the meal. The portion size was substantial, and the chicken flautas were delicious. We also ordered a chicken quesadilla and a bean and cheese burrito covered in red sauce but will be eating them tomorrow because we were only able to get through the flautas. We are still full as I type this an hour later. There were a couple of hiccups in getting our order right, but Kat kindly fixed everything. I would gladly return, particularly with people who have big appetites and would love to take advantage of their happy hour.

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    Lorenzo W.

    A LOCAL TEMECULA FAVORITE! Guadalajara is a Mexican restaurant known for its authentic food, vibrant happy hour, live music, and souvenir photos. It's right off the 15 freeway, just five mins away from the entrance to Old Town Temecula. It's got a great amount of seating, plenty of booths and comfy cushions. Guadalajara features Mexican seafood options, iconic fajitas, yummy burritos, fresh tacos and plenty of adult beverages. How was the food? The table chips were great, I ate the whole basket. As for dinner, I highly suggest the Shrimp Fajitas, they had perfectly cooked shrimp and a nice mixture of fresh veggies. My order came with 3 homemade tortillas. Live music is played after 6pm on select days and it's a HIT! I saw so many people lined up to eat and enjoy. I'd categorize this spot as family-friendly, it's clean and inviting! I didn't see people drinking irresponsibly or acting a fool. The staff were pretty nice, although we didn't get refills in a timely manner. I loved the souvenir photos that are offered. A sweet photographer was taking pics of various tables and was selling 2 pics with covers for $25. We bought a pair, because they were nice shots!

    George U.

    What a great place. A very popular spot in Temecula. The wait was about 30 minutes and well worth it. The place was packed and standing room only. We secured a high top table at the bar area after about 15 minutes. Ricky was very helpful and took our drink order with my wife having the blended margarita and I had a Cadillac. Ricky brought them to the table within minutes and had chips and salsa delivered as well. Alfonso was our other server and took our order. My wife and I both had the enchiladas suizas and I also had a dinner salad as well. The food was fantastic. Kat came by regularly to check on us and make sure everything was going well. The teamwork service is terrific. The ambiance is very positive and has a cool vibe as well. Highly recommended

    Christine D.

    This is my second visit here. The first time was much better. It was pretty busy so maybe that's why service was a bit different. Just came with cousin and niece. Three of us split the fiesta platter and tj tacos. The food was bland. Nothing stood out at all. The bathrooms were gross. It's been over a year since I have been here and the last visit was much better. Not much to say except please clean women's bathroom

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    The food is amazing and huge. You will go in hungry but leave absolutely full after enjoying the tasty plate that sits in front of you

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    Taquitos beans and rice were really good. But most importantly the Menudo was delicious. Definitely will be back in. We're in the area.

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    Ask the Community - Guadalajara Mexican Grill

    Do you have ground beef tacos? I have my Midwest family in town and that's what they are used to.

    Yes! They are called their "crispy tacos". I believe they have a special on those specific tacos on Tuesdays as well.

    Can you post an updated happy hour menu?

    Do they offer adobada tacos?

    I don't recall seeing that on the menu

    Does anyone know if they take reservations? Or is it just for a certain number of parties like 6 and over etc?

    No reservations

    Do you still have weekly specials?

    Yes they do! Even if you order what's on the regular menu it's very affordable.

    Is there mariachi Sunday nights?

    Mariachi is Friday and Saturday nights.

    What time is happy hour?

    Sun-Thurs from 3-7:00 pm

    How far in advance would you recommend making a reservation for a rehearsal dinner, for 26-30 people for April 23,2020?

    A 4-6 weeks in advance would be safe.

    Does this place have micheladas?

    Absolutely!

    Do you serve large parties (20-30 guests) like a rehearsal dinner inside your restaurant?

    Yes

    Do you serve pitchers of margaritas?

    Yes

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    3.7(1.3k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    Yesterday was my second time at Espandín. Let's start off with the environment. Espandín is located…read morein Old Town Temecula and has a central location on the corner. With that being said, parking can be difficult because Old Town tends to get very busy on a Saturday. We walked in and it was not busy. The host/server told us to pick any table we would like. We chose outside, but they had just cleaned up the area, so our chairs were stacked. The host/server quickly helped us get the chairs down and place them at our table. The server was attentive and kept checking in on us. Now the food. When we were sat down, we were given complimentary chips and salsa. The chips were perfect and not overly salty or greasy. The salsa was very mild and had a great flavor. I ordered a 2 taco combo plate ($14.95) with carne asada and carnitas. The carne asada was just okay, it was cut into thicker piece, which is not my preference. It was also topped with guacamole, which was not the best I've had. The carnitas however were magnificent topped with pickled onions, cilantro, and salsa. The rice was not traditional Mexican rice and did have a bit of a crunch to it rather than a toast before cooking. The beans were just plain pinto beans, not refried beans, but they were good. While this place, is not extremely traditional, it is a great spot in Old Town Temecula with fairly good food. I'm looking forward to coming back again.

    So it's no secret finding a lunch spot on Mother's Day is hard! We walked through Old Town and most…read morerestaurants had over an hour wait. I noticed Espadín had tables and thought it was worth a shot. Also, it was getting really hot and I was ready for some air conditioning. We were seated immediately and our server got our drinks. We ordered a grilled Caesar salad, green chilaquiles with eggs, and guacamole. The guacamole was so fresh and had a great lime flavor. The grilled Caesar was the star of the show! The dressing was amazing. The chilaquiles were also good. I was a little nervous at first since they weren't busy when we walked in compared to the other restaurants on the street, but it ended up being a great surprise how good everything was!

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    Los Panchos Mexican Grill & Seafood Cantina

    3.4(601 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$
    Catering service
    Happy hour specials

    I've been coming to Los Pachos in Temecula for a while because the food is genuinely good, the…read moremusic and atmosphere are always on point, and it used to feel like a solid Friday spot. But recently... things changed. They removed their Friday happy hour, and honestly, that was the main reason I'd choose this place over others. Without it, the value just isn't there anymore -- especially when their cocktails run about $16, which is noticeably higher than the $11-$14 range you'll find at most comparable restaurants in the area. When I go out, I'm usually spending $120-$140 per visit, and that used to feel worth it here. Now? Not so much. The drinks are okay, not amazing, and definitely not worth premium pricing without any kind of incentive or happy hour. I still think the food is great and the live music vibe is unmatched, but removing happy hour while keeping drink prices high makes it hard to justify coming back as often -- if at all. Great spot, but the value just isn't there anymore.

    This isn't really a bad review, more just feedback for the manager or owner…read more My wife and I went on a Saturday night around 6-7pm. There was no wait, and we were seated right away in the dine-in area. Our server brought chips and salsa to the table. The chips tasted a little different than what I'm used to, but I'm assuming that's just the style they use, so no issue there. She also handed us the drink menu, which was huge in a good way. The problem was that after that, we never saw our server again. We finished the chips and our water and waited about 24 minutes without anyone checking on us. Meanwhile, tables that arrived after us were already getting their food while we still hadn't even placed our order. We eventually asked another gentleman if he could help us find our server, and he ended up taking our order himself. After that, everything went fine. Food-wise, I ordered a California burrito wet with red sauce. Personally, the red sauce just wasn't for me, the appearance wasn't what I thought so I only had a couple bites and took the rest home. My wife really enjoyed her quesadilla though. Overall, I'd still give this place another chance because I really liked the atmosphere and environment. I'm choosing to see this as just a bad night rather than a bad restaurant.

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