Always a good meal at Lupe's. Had family in town and came here for a delicious easy meal. Service is always good. We took a really long time to order and the cashier was really patience. Kids meals are good options for kids. The carne asada fries were great. The carne bowl was also great. Shrimp ceviche is good! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a comfortable low key meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Shrimp Ceviche Tostada - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

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Wanted to try this spot after a long shopping haul at Trader Joe's and ordered Lupe Burrito Togo. The burrito was perfectly toasted but for the price, was expecting a little bit bigger of a burrito. The burrito had good amount of carne asada to tortilla ratio. Only thing I think could be approved if the carne asada had a better charr flavor from the grill. The salsa was okay, I prefer mine more acidic. read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Lupe's Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

First off the food is really good. Especially on Tuesday and Wednesday when they have the taco cart. The rest of the menu is on par with the taco cart too. Next up is the staff. All of the staff is pleasant, happy, and so helpful. It's honestly a breathe of fresh air eating here and interacting with their staff. We used to go Nextdoor a lot to Eureka for burgers but the staff is absolute trash entitled useless servers and bar tenders. A few years ago it was good but management changed and wherever they sourced their hamburger meat changed. Their hamburgers are equivalent to McDonald's in the 1990's. So glad I found Lupe's read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Still eat here weekly lol. So good. 10/10 recommend to anyone who wants delicious Mexican food read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Recently stopped by Lupe's Mexican Eatery for a quick bite. I had the el pastor supreme burrito. It was okay but not outstanding. Could have had more protein. Decent mexican foods but pricey compared to other local mexican restaurants as it is more of a fast food restaurant. 3.5/5 read more

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Lupe's is great for happy hour before 5 pm. Similar deals to taco Tuesday. Chips are super fresh and hot. Service is great, they don't rush you. There's a salsa bar too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We went at 3pm so it was quiet.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was great, price was great, and drinks look great. Will definitely come back. read more

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Stopped by for dinner with my son. It's a great casual place. They have good food, some vegan friendly options, great guacamole (a little spicy). The staff is friendly. We'll definitely come back again. My son had the Asada Fries with Agua Fresca de Melón. We ordered guacamole and chips. I ordered the Veggie Supreme Burrito. Unfortunately, we were so hungry, we forgot to take pictures! Next time! read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Veggie Supreme Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Great post-event stop! The tacos and quesadillas were delicious. My only note is that I'll ask for the guacamole on the side next time, though it was still very tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The indoor space is tiny, with just window seating for four, and the two outdoor tables were too hot to use.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's clearly a local favorite, as we saw lots of people coming in for pickup. If I lived nearby, I'd be here every week. read more

Great food and cocktails, service was friendly and [[HIGHLIGHT]]nice indoor and outdoor seating[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I will definitely come back. read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Updating again! Ordered takeout and everything was great. Will definitely be back. My fish taco and carnitas taco were delish. Bean rice & cheese burrito will be a regular order for me! read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

This place seems to be going downhill. I used to LOVE Lupe's and recommend it to everyone, but these last few times have been lacking value and quality. After a long week at work, I spent $18 for 1 nachos and paid $3 for extra nacho cheese, I wanted some delicious Mexican food as a pick me up. But it was missing so much, $23 after tax without a drink and I'm more depressed than before the meal! I wish I was joking. Service didn't even come with a smile for my simple togo pickup.. bad vibes! Go check out The Taco Stand, you'll feel appreciated, valued and satisfied there after spending $20 on a solid meal. read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Not worth. $23 for Al Pastor Chips with extra nacho cheese, but they didn't put ANY cheese :( barely any sour cream or guac too - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Food was like warm. Beer was flat and stale. Service was not friendly or helpful. A complete 180 from the Dana Point location, which is always phenomenal. read more

Legit Mexican food with great service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Fun ambiance, too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I can't believe we didn't know about this place sooner. We'll be back for sure. read more

Came here with family as we were in the area and craving Mexican food. FOOD: I had the Two taco plate and I really liked it. I got the Surf and Turf taco which was sooooo delicious! Also got the Fried fish taco which was very good as well! The only feedback is that they are not too flexible with making things vegetarian as my family is vegetarian. There is a limited amount of things they can do. DECOR/AMBIANCE: Decor was simple and nice. There is a bar area with seats on the side which was cool. SERVICE: The guy that helped us was polite and answered our questions. I would definitely come back here again! Nice little place. read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Two Taco Plate: Surf & Turf Taco, Fried Fish Taco - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Sad to leave this review because their food is usually outstanding and we eat there regularly. We found 2 metal balls (look like BB pellets) in our meal. If this was found in one entree, it could be a mistake. But two entrees is gross. Found these metal pellets in a steak taco and steak On Dana Point burrito. Don't eat their steak! read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Metal balls/pellets in their steak burrito and steak taco. - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Love the food here! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great burritos and atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly recommend the CA burrito! read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Wednesday's on the patio - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

great food , everything fresh. food made to order. it takes time to make everything so be patience. This is not fast food mexican read more

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Y.U.M. Taco Tuesday and Wednesdays! Chicken, carnitas and Steak authentic street tacos, I already ate the Al pastor taco....soooooo delicious! Seriously, the best I've had other than actually south of the border read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Street Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

Wifes Food was excellent. But my Birria burrito was all meat till 1/2 way thru. The burrito flavor was weak. I know a white guy saying burritos is weak. Ive eaten at a few places. Then I got to the beans and rice. So the assembly was lazy. Service was awesome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Music was new to us. Just a different genre of Mexican tunes. Very uplifting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'm hoping this is a one off. BUT for a 1st visit? I liked the food but weak flavor and bad assembly is big in a burrito. read more

I really wanted to love this place and was so excited to learn that they opened one in the area. We've tried the fries, tacos, hot Cheeto burrito, and here are my honest thoughts. Fries are a big portion, but still pretty overpriced. I think our fries were close to $19! Which is pretty pricey for some dressed up carne asada fries. Hot Cheeto burrito was underwhelming, not the combo I was imagining and the Cheetos were pretty stale. The tacos were decent, nothing mind blowing and priced pretty high too. I'm glad we gave this place a try, but unfortunately wasn't blown away. read more

I love this place! The bf and I stopped in for a quick week night dinner and loved it - portions were amazing for the price and the food came out so hot and fresh. Service was so friendly and the entire restaurant had such a fun vibe. Very clean and well organized. The parking lot is chaotic after 5 pm because of Trader Joe's next door but there are still plenty of spots. I loved my spicy shrimp and beer battered fish tacos. Will gladly be returning to check out their happy hour offerings! read more

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Seriously I don't know why I keep trying this place. I ordered three tacos. The shrimp taco was nothing special. The octopus taco was horrendous. The octopus tasted like I was eating a pig's undercook skin. The al pastor they were cooking outside was the only decent tasting taco. I could have saved my money and had me some really good tacos at the Taco Stand on Alicia. And I really don't get their burnt cheese on tortilla thing. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The location is nice and clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] but I tried the steak and chicken with salad and cheese bowl! Nothing special! The food was expensive for the amount I paid $22 and $4.31 for a fountain drink !!!!! I would not recommend this place! read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

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This is not the first Lupes I've eaten at, but I think it is my favorite! Located in an increasingly popular mini-mall style area that has a Trader Joe's, a Eureka! Grill, as well as a new 99 Ranch Market, it is in prime real estate in Aliso Viejo, and has ample parking in a large parking lot nearby. This Lupe's has a full bar set up towards the back of the restaurant, an OK amount of indoor seating with booths as well as tables that can accommodate various group sizes, and a beautiful little patio. Food is mostly fast food style where you have a walk up counter to order and for to-go orders, but if you are eating in, the food will be delivered to your table. As per all Lupe's, there are lots of options including: tacos, ceviche, bowls, burritos, Kids meals, and various other Mexican California style items. The flavors are excellent, there are vegetarian as well as seafood and meat options, and everything is tasty. This Lupe's also has a coffee bar, which makes a pretty fantastic iced Horchata coffee. I love the vibe, the customer service has always been pleasant, and this location makes the best chicken bowl that I've had at almost any Mexican eatery in a while. I recently moved away from this area, but it is good enough that I think I will be coming every once in a while just for a coffee and a bowl. read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery started in San Diego and now has multiple locations across the Southern California area. This location is in Aliso Viejo next to Trader Joe's in a plaza with ample parking. We ordered the California burrito ($16) and the campechana fries ($18). The burrito was really good and creamy and my only complaint is I wish it was bigger. The fries came with half al pastor and half steak which were both good and portioned well. The fries were also crispy and well-seasoned, and the food was packed pretty full to the box. There is both indoor and outdoor seating and the inside has tables, booths, and TVs. There was also a salsa station on the side with three good salsas. It wasn't busy when I went and the food came out in five minutes which was cool. read more

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Wow! Amazing service, the nicest ladies took our order and brought coffee to the table as we waited for our food. We ordered a lot and all was delicious! We'll definitely go back. I noticed they had a bar - I'm all for a margarita and tacos. Can't wait to return. read more

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I've given this place plenty of chances -- I've been there at least ten times -- and every single time they've gotten my burrito order wrong. Even after double-checking with the cashier A female manager abd a male manager, clearly explaining how I wanted it, they still don't get it right. All I ever order is the steak congo burrito. Added sour cream. Add guacamole. Every time, I get home and find no sour cream, no guac, and barely any steak. It's incredibly frustrating that they can't follow such SIMPLE instructions. After so many chances, I'm officially done with Lupe's. I won't be going back. LA PERLAS is way better and they follow instructions. read more

The experience here is amazing since I walked in Frank received me at the counter positively with Great energy he took my order and in a few minutes my order was out And Michelle the girl amazing catering service everything I asked she took care of it And not to forget Chava the cook who recommended this place to me he told me the food was Great and he was right for a Mexican restaurant in South Orange County the food and service is amazing read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - This is the rolled tacos with a coke - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

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the food is so good and Fernando is always so attentive and always great service!! I recommend the mano larga tacos there so good! read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - The bowls are really good - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

This place has a very upbeat vibe to it, I like it!! They've got a wide menu, but it's sure to have all your favorites... with a full service bar seating area too if you want to get out on a Friday night. The quality of food was great too, no complaints and it seems like this place strives to make things look nice and taste amazing! On a side note I think the small outdoor fire pits are great to sit around read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Beer Battered Fish Taco, Al Pastor Taco - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

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Great food, authentic food. Reminds me of TJ tacos. Service was quick and I highly recommend this place. My new favorite Mexican food restaurant. read more

One of my favorite places to eat! Their burritos are beyond delicious and you can taste the quality of the ingredients used. I come here at least once a month sometimes more and never have had an unpleasant experience and I'm always thrilled with the food. Definitely check this place out, you won't be disappointed! read more

Best Veggie Supreme burrito I've ever ordered Great service [[HIGHLIGHT]]great atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will return very soon!!

The tacos are flavorful and a good value during happy hour. The staff is top notch. Love this place!

Went here for taco Tuesday for the first time and probably my last time. The lady taking orders (Michelle) didn't disclose to me that the street tacos were different than the tacos on the menu. I ordered the food and asked if I got it from outside, then she said "Oh you wanted street tacos" and I said yes, and she said "Oh then just go get it.". I said is there a price difference and she said yes and mumbled a price. I told her ok then can I just get a refund of the difference and she was like you want chips instead and I said no thanks. Then when she went to go give me a refund she was like oh no you actually owe me money. I said how is it that now you're changing things on me. She really needed to be upfront from the beginning and ask me which tacos I wanted to begin with. She spoke in her native language to her fellow coworkers while in front of me, little did she know that I speak and understand Spanish and her rude words and attitude was unreal! The food was delicious, hence why the 2 stars. This woman's attitude was unacceptable! read more

For a quick lunch or simple dinner or snack Lupe's is the spot, an unpretentious place and service. Tacos were prepared fresh such as the shrimp and fish. The tacos were brimming with hearty and healthy vegetables. read more

Lupe's Mexican Eatery - Delicious Fish and Shrimp Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

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This was true Mexican. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I loved their layout, the salsa bar, and the food was immaculate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will definitely return for their plentiful menu options as their food is top-notch. Also, they liked a lot of my pictures on Instagram, which made me like them more for their involvement in their community. read more

Whether to go or to stay, I have enjoyed my meals at Lupe's. I typically order the two taco combo. Tuesday is better pricing. The prices have gone up in the past year. Service is friendly and restaurant is clean. They have a nice patio area which is dog friendly. read more

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The food was actually p reasonably priced and super good! It's a pay before you eat, but they still bring it out to you and are really accommodating! Overall 5/5!! read more

Octavio and Fernando always have good service this place is my go to spot! Great tacos and really good Aguachiles! Place is very nice and convenient. read more