Food was 10/10 and Stefan was a fantastic server! Would highly recommend if you're looking for a…read morecute spot with good cocktails

So sad I missed happy hour on the half off tacos but alas was given some of the best service by…read moreBella! Would 100% come back again!

THIS PLACE ROCKS. Food was fire. Drinks were fire. JC was the best waiter in the world. Paid…read moreattention to allergies and had the best vibes! So amazing!

Great food, Good service, amazing drinks, would definitely recommend to others and will definitely…read morebe back again.

Wow, the place was super busy on a Saturday night. We had reservations at 7:30 and was seated at…read moreabout 7:45pm. One thing about Javier's is that ambiance never disappoints. They have plenty seating indoor and outdoor. We requested inside since it's been hot AF and us girlies we dressed up! We were not trying to melt while we ate. Drinks : drank it so fast I forgot to take a photo but the Tamarind Margarita is a MUST! Food: Chile verde 7/10 - was good but nothing crazy! Sauce is extra tangy. Mole poblano - 6/10 for the price I thought we would be getting more than one piece but that's our fault we didn't check other reviews of the pictures first. Although there was plenty mole on it, it was a bit dry. I'd pass on this next time. Steak fajitas - 9/10 - very juicy, tender and packed with flavor. I did wish they added more veggies to go along with it. Would definitely order again. Vibes: very poppin! Dim, good music , great for people watching! Even the restroom has an attendant like how you would see in the club restrooms. It's definitely a place to celebrate birthdays , anniversaries etc, so expect to pay $$$. Service : I saw some negative reviews about the service but we had a great experience. Staff was moving fast and even brought out some vanilla bean ice cream with 2 candles for the bday girls! Overall I would come again! Be sure to make a res in advance. Otherwise you gonna be huffin and puffin waiting as a walk in, and nobody likes to wait while they hungry!

A very lively spot. Extremely charming ambiance (though the music was way too loud), pleasant and…read moreaccommodating wait staff, and a very popular brand in SoCA. Here's the thing. I've heard so much about Javier's especially the one in Newport Beach, that I was compelled to give it a try. Here's where the review gets tricky. I had a hard time choosing from the menu. Why? Because Javier's takes a very boujee approach to food that need not be so ostentatious. Also, dishes such as Arroz con pollo and paella seem to be absent from a menu that begs for such items. The prices match the upscale presentation, and honestly that may be ok based on the refined atmosphere. I paid $38 for three shrimp tacos that consisted of 3-4 med shrimp, one corn tortilla, some lettuce, and a spot of sauce. No thanks. For me, they miss with the menu. This is a very simple food that is enjoyed due to taste, not fusion or departure. To each their own I guess. Keep it up Javier's. You have your niche and are doing well. I however won't come back. A quieter environment with all the things I expect at a reasonable price is my flow.

Best tacos in the OC, David was a great server, told us about the Taco Madness championship that…read morethe restaurant has won 3 times. Definitely would recommend.

Absolutely incredible experience! From the moment we walked in, everything was amazing. The food…read morewas fresh, flavorful, and some of the best tacos we've ever had. The music created such a fun, welcoming atmosphere, and the overall vibe made the experience even better. A huge thank you to our server, David, who was outstanding. He was so kind, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. He checked on us often, made great recommendations, and provided some of the best service we've had in a long time. If you're looking for delicious food, great music, and exceptional customer service, this is the place. We'll definitely be coming back the next time we're in Anaheim. Highly recommend!

Late review but I felt like I should leave this here just in case people are wondering cause if…read morethey closed down cause of the food quality. -- Came back to Playa Mesa for my friend's birthday. The chips and salsa were really good. The aguachile had a nice spicy flavor that made it stand out. The queso fundido was SO good super cheesy, and paired with the handmade tortillas it was one of my favorites. We also ordered the calamari and I was surprised by how good it was. Everyone ordered different rounds of cocktails throughout the night and honestly, not one missed. Service was a little slow, but it was a busy Friday night, so that's somewhat expected. I've been here before and the grilled octopus tacos and carne asada burrito were just as good as I remembered them. They also made the birthday celebration really cute. They sang happy birthday, brought out a small ice cream, and gave my friend a big mariachi hat. Good food, great drinks, and still consistent as I remembered it. So long Playa Mesa. 9.5/10

Playa Mesa has a great atmosphere with beautiful aesthetics. In the evening, the open windows…read morecreate a nice breeze, though they do let a few flies in. The hostess was friendly, and our server was funny and kind. He was a little less attentive as it got busier, but the staff worked well as a team, so we never had to wait for refills or anything we needed. Parking in the back can be a little tight. The birria tacos were packed with flavor, and I loved the inside-out cheese crust. My husband's fajitas were flavorful, although the chicken was a little overdone. The guacamole was excellent, especially with the pepita seeds adding great texture. Overall, we enjoyed the flavorful food, service, and atmosphere. We'd definitely come back!

I've been coming here for years and it's always a great experience. The servers are friendly and…read morethe ambiance is inviting with an upscale casual feel. Most importantly the food is always delicious and the margaritas are excellent. I always, always, always get the blackened calamari taco. Other favorites include the alambre taco, and the sweet corn tamalitos. You really can't go wrong (unless you skip the blackened calamari taco- seriously, do not miss that). A consistently solid choice for an enjoyable dining experience.

This is a good Mexican restaurant in the district. It's a little bit on the pricey side for a…read moreMexican restaurant but about par for the course in this area. My son loves the tacos alhambre, which is steak with bacon. He asks for the peppers on the side because they can be hot. My wife got the fajitas and they were good. I felt like there was a bit too much sauce -- for me, good meat should stand on its own. She also thought the beans were a bit salty. I got the enchiladas. They were good but not amazing. I think they were a little bland and could have used more cheese. Service was a like slow, but overall, pretty good.

As a Mexican myself i have a high standard for Mexican food and Palmilla did not fail me!…read moreService was great. Attentive staff. Friendly & knowledgeable on their menu. Gave great recommendations Food was very tasty Perfect portions & good temperature. We had nachos, a combo plate & land sea dish. My mango margarita was a surprise. Great size & very very tasty!!! The vibe was chill. Went in for an early dinner so it was still kind of quiet. Will defiantly be back!

Called in a last minute order about 15 minutes before the kitchen closed; ordered the filet mignon…read moretacos, the filet quesadilla, sides of refried beans and Spanish rice, the churros, and the flan for dessert. I appreciated that the quesadilla was super cheesy, it was a great size too and was perfect as an entree with the beans and rice. I was very happy with the flavor of the beans, you could tell they were cooked with a lot of love! The tacos were delicious as well, the roasted salsa was slightly smoky with a good jalapeño flavor, the meat was tender, and the tortillas had a great chew. The churros are not to be underestimated- they were thick and fluffy, and the dipping sauces were perfect accompaniments. The flan was the super star of the whole night for me- genuinely the most perfect, custardy, unctuous flan I've ever had. The vanilla bean specks throughout gave it such flavor, there wasn't a ton of syrup but it honestly did not need it. There is absolutely nothing that could have improved that flan. Will definitely come back, hopefully dine in and try a few drinks!

This is my go-to spot for birria pizza. These guys seriously know how to do it right!…read more They're a little far from me, but 100% worth the drive. Their birria pizza is incredibly juicy, packed with flavor, and huge enough to easily feed 2-3 people with just one pizza. And the consomé? So good. Rich, flavorful, and perfect for dipping every slice. If you're a birria fan, this place is definitely worth checking out. No question, I'll keep making the drive for this one!

Some of the best birria I have ever had! I really love the consistency of this location and the…read morefact that they take phone orders makes it even more convenient to plan ahead. The Raza box ($25) and monster box ($35) are my usual go to menu items, as they have an assortment of tacos and quesadilla. The taco is made with one corn tortilla that seems to have been dipped in consome beforehand and have a good amount of cheese and birria ratio. The quesadilla is packed with birria meat and the consome is the perfect pairing for all the items. I've seen specials occasionally on Instagram so it's worth to follow their page to get updates on their food truck status. Their location recently changed and it's in a not so convenient part of the business park, but the food is still great and their communication with customers should help with any new updates. I also recommend the green salsa, it has a slight kick and great flavor!