One thing I've noticed in Temecula is that the service is excellent almost everywhere, and this…read moreplace was one of the best. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made us feel very welcome. The food was beyond great. Even the salsa was amazing; seriously, it was the first time I've had salsa this delicious. Every dish we tried was full of flavor and exceeded our expectations. We sat outside, and although it was a bit windy that day, the overall ambiance was wonderful. We had a great experience and would definitely come back.

Surprised how good this place actually was and I'm from SD so that tells you a lot. Their hot…read moresauces were fire too! Located in the front/beginning of Old Town so you will have to find street parking. We went on a Friday morning around 11am so parking wasn't an issue. We opted to sit outside their raised patio and it was nice out. They weren't too busy, maybe a couple tables inside with guests. After we came, people started trickling in as well and sat outside. We were seated right away and needed a couple more minutes to look over the menu. After that, it took the young waiter awhile to get back to us and I went to the bathroom I saw him standing and just conversing with another coworker. No problem because another worker named Juan ended up coming to the rescue and was our waiter the whole time from start to finish. He was very attentive and checked up on his often so he was super friendly. Thank you, Juan! We ordered some cocktails (hibiscus margarita and Mexican mule) but they were more so just sweet and I honestly didn't taste any alcohol. They offer complimentary chips and salsa which is nice and Juan even refilled that for us. We ordered carne asada loaded fries, fiesta platter with all beef, and quesabirria tacos. Not going to lie they are on the pricier side but given the location of tourists it is understandable. But the good thing is it tastes just like local Mexican drive thrus like back in SD. They brought out extra hot sauce that I requested. They mentioned 1 was mild and the other was spicy. There was a nice kick and both were well flavored and not just watery and tasteless. We really enjoyed all the food items we got. We would definitely be back!

The food here is sooooo good! I got the verde carnitas burrito and it was absolutely delicious. I…read morewas able to have it as leftovers next day and still was perfection. My husband got the carne asada quesadilla and said it was the best he's ever had. Definitely somewhere we'd go back! We went when it was only us and one other couple so service was quick and food came out fast! 10/10 recommend!

Be careful with some of the bad reviews here, Yelpers. It cannot possibly be the case that EVERYONE…read morehad to wait 45 minutes for their food. That is pretty sus to say the least. The Bautista family (which owns and runs the place) are fabulous - shout out to Christian, Danny, and Alex - and the food is simply superb. You can't beat the homemade tortillas (go with corn!), the adobada (my wife and oldest son are literally addicted to it), the carnitas...everything is top shelf. Eat in if you can because the food is better when it is hot and made to order. I am about to head there in a few minutes!

The food came out so quick and the people there were so kind! I'm definitely gonna go there again…read moresoon

HIDDEN GEM If you haven't eaten here you're missing out on…read moreauthentic Oaxacan Mexican cuisine! Service was awesome, fast, attentive and genuinely care about you as a customer. Jose took the time to give us history of restaurant and his mothers recipes YOU GOTTA TRY IT SUPPORT COMMUNITY SUPPORT LOCAL

Guadalajara Mexican Grill is one of those spots where you know what you're getting--and honestly,…read morethere's something to be said for that. Is it the absolute best Mexican food I've ever had? Probably not. But the food is solid, reliable, and always enjoyable, which is exactly why I keep coming back. Now, if you're a fan of drinks, music, and a festive atmosphere, this place definitely brings the party. It has that lively, colorful Mexican restaurant vibe, and I personally love that they have live music on certain days. My little one and I especially enjoy sitting outside in their enclosed patio area. It's such a nice little setup! Depending on the day and time, it can get pretty packed, but I've honestly never had a bad experience here. The staff is always friendly, the atmosphere is fun, and the food is something you can count on. So no, I'm not going to crown Guadalajara the king of all Mexican food--but sometimes you don't need culinary fireworks. Sometimes you just want good food, a fun atmosphere, some music, and a place that consistently delivers. And Guadalajara does exactly that.

I found this place when looking for a restaurant that doesn't close before 10pm on Saturdays. I…read morewalked in at 9:30pm and was immediately seated. I got the tamale plate which comes with generous sides of rice and beans...I would have preferred more tamale for my tamale plate. The rice was dry and gritty but paired decent with the very mushy beans. The tamale was a bit bland as well. I did enjoy the chips and freshly made salsa though that comes free with the entree. There are no single menu items like you can't order just one taco or one tamale by itself without getting a whole platter of other things. The server was friendly and didn't rush us even past 10pm.

Great meal, great vibe, great customer service! The food…read morewas perfect and I totally enjoyed myself! Must return for some World Cup action and cocktails!

After a disappointing experience elsewhere, Margaritas Cocina & Cantina completely saved my…read morebirthday! From the moment we walked in, the service was exceptional. The staff was welcoming, attentive, and made our entire group feel taken care of. The drinks were delicious, the food was fresh and full of flavor, and the homemade tortillas were absolutely amazing--some of the best I've had. Every dish that came to our table was excellent. Thank you for turning our day around and giving us such a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food, drinks, and outstanding service!

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!

My wife and I come down here quite a few times for taco Tuesday and recently brought our son down…read morehere for taco the variety of tacos are amazing. I love the shrimp tacos. My wife likes Barbacoa and the chicken tacos are fantastic. They're so full of juices, pickled onions, cabbage, and I love their habanero salsa Everything's so fresh and the people are so friendly. Definitely go to place for tacos. Now in fairness, I haven't had anything else there but their beer and it was cold

Visited Kalaveras-Temecula in Old Town Temecula and had a great experience…read more Hot tip: if you like omelets, order the barbacoa and swap the potatoes for refried beans. That combination was outstanding. The views from the outdoor deck are excellent, and the upstairs bar is beautiful. Yes, you have to take the elevator up, but it's absolutely worth it--trust me. The carnitas taco was excellent, and the chile relleno was one of the highlights of the meal. Great food, great atmosphere, and a fun spot to spend an evening in Old Town. We'll definitely be back.

We love this place! Chad is one of the reasons why! He's an amazing bartender…read more-friendly, attentive, and always making us feel welcome. Great service every time. Thanks, Chad, for making every visit a great one. We'll definitely be back!

great service! sat at the bar and was served by Chad. He was fun, the food was fantastic. check…read moreout their happy hour!

When my family comes into town, we make it a point to come to Aztek Tacos as my brother enjoys…read morecoming here. They have a wide variety on their menu. I always order their shrimp and steak burrito which has skirt steak, shrimp, cheese, mushrooms, guacamole and their house sauce. All the flavors mesh well in this burrito though from time to time I've noticed they don't cut the steak and its one huge piece of steak in the burrito, which can sometimes make it a little difficult to eat. Other than that, its flavorful and the tortillas they use are fresh and delicious! Service is usually pretty quick and friendly. They'r e always great with recommendations. There is good amount of seating and its always pretty clean when we go. If you wanna do a quick pick up, you can even order ahead online! Always a pleasure visiting for some good mexican food.

Aztek Tacos is amazingly delicious! Homemade tortillas for their tacos and burritos. Their Chile…read moreRelleno burrito has rice and beans wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla, and it's a hefty burrito. Anything on their menu is delicious and they have a salsa bar! We're always greeted as soon as we walk in and as we're leaving. Whether you're staying and dining in, there are TVs in the dining area to watch your favorite team, or if ordering to go, this restaurant always provides the best quality of food and service. If you're looking for a restaurant that tastes homemade, visit Aztek Tacos!

Located in Pechanga casino, losing is plentiful and the decor is very nice and modern. Would be…read morenice for a date or casual dinner. Came here during a weekend while the game was playing and sat at the bar. Was very busy bit the server was very nice and answered my questions on the menu. The crowd was very lively and it was loud due to the excitement. I ordered the enchiladas with chicken and green sauce. I like to try different restaurants enchiladas, and thesewere very good in my opinion. Chicken was flavorful and not tough or chewy. The sauce had a nice tang to it. They came with rice and beans on the side which i also enjoyed. I love that they still do free chips and salsa, and they are very good too. I believe the chips are made in house and the taste very fresh. The salsa is not too hot, and i love the taste. I also ordered a pomegranate margarita which was good. It has just a slight pomegranate taste and didn't taste sickly sweet like some restaurants do. Also, it was pretty big! I'll definitely come back here to try more things!

Haven't had the Cantina in awhile and it still doesn't disappoint…read more I did a reservation last minute because the bamboo had a 30min wait and I didn't even have to wait 2min to be seated. Our waitress Robin was fabulous and her assistant Gabriel was just as tentative as she was. He brought me a box with sauce containers and fresh salsa to go so I didn't have to use the one we were eating. The ambiance gives cozy and intimate. There's Spanish music playing in the background but not loud enough to drown out conversations. You can smell the aromas of the grilled fajitas. Now on to my sizzling Fajitas meal. This is hands down one of the best items on the menu. I usually get chicken but here I prefer steak. It's a flavor bomb. It's savory, it's tangy, smoky, and has a nice caramelized char w/ notes of citrus. It's all meat with very little veggies. Sadly, the rice was bland today and lacked flavor and the beans were borderline salty for me. I mixed it together to balance them and enjoyed it with some chips and salsa.