Mariscos El Cangrejo Nice

Stepping through the doors feels like entering an absolute hidden gem. In a world where genuine…read morehospitality can feel increasingly rare, the entire team here goes above and beyond. From the moment you sit down, the staff treats you with a level of warmth and attentiveness that immediately puts you at ease--you can genuinely tell they are happy to see you and appreciate your patronage. The dining room itself is stunning, featuring an elegant, home-welcoming atmosphere down to every last detail. The carefully curated lighting, comfortable chairs and tables, and the beautiful pictures lining the walls create an exceptionally warm and inviting environment. While I initially expected the standard chips and salsa, I was pleasantly surprised by the complimentary snack of crispy "cartwheels" drizzled with a tangy, flavorful hot sauce that hits all the right notes. As for the main event, the food is remarkably authentic and rich in flavor. I ordered the fish tacos accompanied by white rice, but the real star of the show--to my absolute shock--was the side of pinto beans. They are so incredible that I am literally planning a trip back this weekend just to order another side of them. If you think I'm exaggerating about a side of beans, you simply have to try them for yourself. Huge kudos to the cook and the entire staff for delivering next-level hospitality and an unforgettable meal. This place is a breath of fresh air, and I will definitely be back!

We visited Rosa Madera in Santa Ana at the last minute for a business lunch, and what a pleasant…read moresurprise! This place is truly a hidden gem. The exterior does not do justice to the beautiful interior. Once you walk inside, you're greeted by a spacious restaurant with beautiful, authentic, and very well-themed Mexican décor. The food was amazing! I had the shrimp fajitas, and they were absolutely delicious. We also tried the mole flautas, which were another excellent choice. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Great atmosphere, delicious food, and a place that definitely exceeded our expectations. We'll be back! 5 stars all the way!

Bar area

Birria Chimichangas (Los Favoritos).

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Amazing Quesso and Rajas Appetizer

Casa Ramos Restaurant

4.6(288 reviews)

1.1 mi

This place has really good food! My family stopped on by after going to the Discovery Cube and it…read morewas a hit ! The staff is very friendly and inviting. I had the duo chicken and steak fajitas and it was pretty good. They do give free salsa and chips, the salsa has a slight kick to it and then they offered a spicy one which was good too. This restaurant was well maintained and had all the classic old school Spanish songs playing. They have ice cream with bunuelos chips and some chocolate syrup that was pretty good! We don't live in the area but wouldn't mind stopping by again.

Honestly, I have no idea how this restaurant has nearly 5 stars…read more We arrived around 6 PM with a party of 6 adults and 3 toddlers, and we didn't receive our food until almost 8 PM. To make matters worse, one of our meals was completely forgotten. The service was extremely slow throughout the entire visit. Every time we needed something, whether it was a refill, an update, or assistance, the wait felt excessive. The restaurant may have potential because the food itself was flavorful, but it seemed like they were either understaffed or unprepared for the number of customers they had. Another disappointment was the drink selection. We were told they don't have a liquor license, so hard alcohol isn't available. Their sodas were canned, and when we asked for juice for the kids, they told us they were completely out. As for the atmosphere, the restaurant is on the smaller side and felt more like a converted house than a traditional restaurant, complete with a fireplace and television in the dining area. The food had good flavor, which is the only reason I'm giving more than one star. Unfortunately, the long wait times, missing meal, lack of drink options, and poor service made the overall experience disappointing.

Inside New location Main Place Mall

Pork Belly Tacos

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Crispy chicken taco and beef enchilada

Tacos Madre Kitchen & Cantina

A huge spacious spot - it's bigger than it looks from the outside, and with a fun Mexican fiesta…read moretheme. Service was excellent - taking orders and handling needs was not a problem for all the staff here. The World Cup was showing on all the screens, which was appreciated. But the tacos here really shine - fresh, and flavorful and unique. Can't wait to come back!

What in the hail guys? I went from celebrating my birthday here with my BFF to her getting charge…read moreafter charge into the thousands because of this restaurant. The waitress was sweet. She kept checking in on "her girls." Yelp, you drew us in with the cute passionfruit goldfish and tajin drinks only to be stuck in the middle of some sort of bait and switch. The enchiladas I got were incredible. The drink was delicious. The ambiance? Curated like an Instagram feed. But looks like this place is now permanently closed and many others are reporting fraud as well. Ugh

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KETO TACO

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MARGARITA FLIGHT

Tacos Los Cholos - Anaheim

Locally owned & operated

Great food, great music, great people and service Would…read morerecommend this spot to anyone looking for solid tacos

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.

Michelada

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Amor y Tequila

4.4(240 reviews)

1.9 mi

Food was bad on Easter Sunday at 8: am. Cook was lazy Served…read morerecycled potatoes Cold & w rosemary!! Ribeye cold & Fatty Enfrijoladas beans cold & thick Pozole thick & recycled & too too spicy to eat For the price? Very bad !

Everything was delicious! Found this spot randomly on a Friday afternoon. It was empty when we…read morewalked in. We were greeted by the bartender who prepared our drinks quickly. We then sat on the a table. All of our food came out very fast. Our server was friendly and attentive. We tried a few menu items and everything was tasty. Portions were good and the aesthetic was super cute! Definitely recommend this place!

Passionfruit margarita. Bar area

Taco trio

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Pineapple margarita

Sabroso! Mexican Kitchen

5 star food is GREAT!! They have these bacon wrapped shrimps that are to die for! We tried the…read morefajitas today and they were amazing, order the shrimp and steak you won't regret it. We also tried the mole enchiladas today and they are so good! Definitely a place we will keep coming back to for years to come! Our bartender was so nice and recognized us even though we haven't been there for a while, she's amazing! Thank you and happy eating!

I've been coming to Sabroso for years & every time is a new experience!…read more The food is absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The drinks are just as amazing--creative, refreshing, and perfectly made. My favorite is their Mole Enchiladas, the sauce is so rich & out of this world! The ambiance was such a vibe, with great music and a fun, welcoming atmosphere that made us want to stay and enjoy ourselves. The servers are all so nice & I definitely feel like it's a family event every time, they really know how to make you feel at right at home! The bartenders (Jose, Liz & Ricardo) are always friendly, attentive, and really know how to make a great drink. Overall, the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere are always all on point. Definitely a place I highly recommend to friends & family

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Navarro's Taqueria

4.3(580 reviews)

3.0 mi

Navarros never disappoints...whether you eat it in restaurant...take it to go or get it delivered…read moreby uber eats/postmates! Service is always great and get your order right! Birria - always a good choice but be careful if you order more than 2, serious food coma. Consume is packed with flavor and yes i admit i drink it! Taquitos - my kids love the shredded beef one's! Carne asada with anything is bomb here...one of the best carne spots around! Beans - i mention their beans because they are top 3 hands down...awesome flavor and perfect texture! This is the actual cause of my food comas! Navarros is bomb, trust my Elite status and give this place a shot...if you don't like it you're probably should stick with the other well known brands.

Ordered from here when we first arrived to the hotel after a long flight and wanted something fast…read more It arrived via door dash in under 30mins. We ordered; Apps: Chips w/Guac and salsa Entrees: Al pastor taco and Chicken Quesadilla Food was okay. Definitely hit the spot for a quick bite. I would've preferred more onions and pico. They gave us a lot of chips and a small container for salsa & guacamole. My husband liked the taco. Steer clear of the salsas if you have heartburn/indigestion as they are both pretty spicy. Enter freely they've been approved

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Birria Combo A

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Super fries with asada

Tacos Manuel

4.5(664 reviews)

0.9 mi

Great tacos and quick service! The pollo and asada were both juicy and well-seasoned, with fresh…read moretoppings and salsa that had real kick. The owner was very friendly so will be back for sure.

I came here on a Friday to pick up two burritos. I ordered a Carne Asada and a chicken burrito and…read morethe total came to under $20. The burritos are packed next to grilled vegetables which made the tortilla soggy (recommendation: separate the grilled vegetables from the burrito). The burritos was packed with ingredients but very bland. My husband said his chicken burrito was fine and would give it 3 out of 5 stars, too. They also offer 3 different sauces, too. Glad we tried it.

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Carne Asada & Al Pastor Tacos with grilled onions & jalapeño

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Cabeza quesadilla. Extra charge for cabeza

Restaurante Las Cazuelas

4.2(153 reviews)

1.9 mi

I may be white but I know good Mexican food when I taste it. These were the best el pastor tacos…read moreI've ever had in my life. Service was kind of slow but so worth it. Everything was made fresh- even our chips and salsa. Our waiter was so kind and welcoming. The ambiance felt very local Mexican, homey, and colorful. Las Cazuelas is truly a treasure.

I used to LOVE coming to this place... until I realized their customer service seriously sucked…read more First off, the food is honestly a little on the salty side, but I kept coming back because I liked the place. Then this happened. I brought my family here for dinner, and when we were closing out the check, the server failed to mention that gratuity was automatically added for a party of 6. I didn't realize it until I was about to sign and saw that I was about to leave ANOTHER tip on top of the automatic gratuity. I was like, oh HELL NO, I'm not tipping $80+ So I asked the server to refund the entire transaction and rerun the payment correctly. She told me she couldn't do that, but said she could refund the extra tip instead. I said okay, trusting that she knew what she was doing. We left. Fast forward about 4-6 months later. I come back with different family members, and the MANAGER comes over and tells me I have an outstanding balance of around $150. At first I genuinely thought he was joking. Nope. Apparently, when the server was supposed to refund the extra tip, she accidentally refunded the ENTIRE BILL and kept the tip. ‍ Now explain to me HOW that was my problem?! I specifically told her I wanted the entire transaction refunded so we could start over, and SHE chose to handle it differently. That was THEIR mistake, not mine. And the worst part? Instead of pulling me aside privately and explaining what happened, the manager brought this up IN FRONT OF THE FAMILY I WAS WITH. So now I'm sitting there being told I owe $150+ in front of my guests because of an error THEIR employee made months earlier. Talk about embarrassing. Thank God I'm in a position where I could afford to pay it, so I paid the outstanding amount AND my new bill that day -- over $300 out of pocket -- just to resolve the whole situation. I paid everything they said I owed for both visits, and I have never gone back since. And I WILL NEVER go back. Between the salty-ass food and the customer service, I'll take my money somewhere else. Just sharing my TRUE experience because I think customers deserve to know what happened.

Chips and salsa.

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Avila's El Ranchito

3.8(585 reviews)

2.0 mi

We had an amazing time at avillas last night. We normally go to the one in orange, but we're…read moretraveling by and decided to stop over for dinner! We decided to sit at the bar and had a great few hours - enjoying the atmosphere. I ordered the jalapeno margarita, then switched to madelo beer. The jalapeno margarita was delicious. I love it extra spicy and love jalapenos! I also ordered the mole enchiladas that were absolutely delicious! The chips were fresh and delicious, as they also have a chip station in the bar where the kitchen delivers fresh chips to the bar area. The service is amazing and they have such quality food. I can't wait to go back. Thank you avilas!

Availa's El Ranchito is a great place for great Mexican food, drinks in a good environment…read more The building itself is somewhat hidden behind bushes, but once you step inside, it feels like an old church. The high ceilings and the unexpected on-site tortilla-making stations really add to the apartment's unique and cool vibe. The crowd starts building shortly after 6PM on a Friday so come early! The hostess is nice and greets everyone. The free chips & salsa is great....food portion size is generous. I always get chile relleno. It tastes great with a slight hint of heat...the sides of rice and beans are decent!

Mini beans & cheese burritos, assorted flautas & crispy potato tacos

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Love their salsa

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Crystal R.

6

56

69

9 years ago

El molcajete was a good size. My husband got the coctel and it was good lol i ate from his plate. LOVE....LOVE the micheladas!! the people are friendly and the atmosphere was great. i will be coming back here sooner than i thought. read more

Fred C.

Elite 21

13

85

207

5 years ago

We had a group of 13 and they seated us quickly. Only had one waitress so we knew we had a wait for drinks but she had a good attitude and got all our orders right. Food was very good and tasty read more

Danny G.

0

3

21

9 years ago

The most disgusted shrimp n fish tacos I have ever had right away my tummy made a complain plus they cram to much vegi and the shrimp seem old n tuff to chew I hope I don't get sick. read more

Kiara M.

1

8

6

5 years ago

Really bad service waited for our food for over an hour just to have the food with no flavor no one came to our table to make sure we were ok read more

Liz A.

4

7

3

10 years ago

Why the hell do u put a residential address on yelp...I went to the address thinking it was a rest that is totally loose butthole..

Brenden W.

0

1

0

6 months ago

Illegally towed my car after parking there for a couple hours even though they have no signs posted anywhere restricting parking

O G.

0

2

1

1 year ago

Todo muy rico 10/10 excellent place to come with the family and have a good time my favorite restaurant

Melissa s.

0

48

1

10 years ago

Good place to go eat , good service . Food is fresh . I will come back . Keep up the good work !

Mario S.

0

3

0

9 years ago

Would definitely come back. Food is great. Friendly staff. Makes you feel right at home.

Ernesto B.

708

2

4 years ago

Cevichazo nice. My favorite . Fun and Friendly environment The micheladas are great too read more

Salvador B.

748

3

15

10 years ago

great food best mexican seafood in oc best micheladas and more

David R.

0

6

0

5 years ago

great food and best micheladas ever!!

Mariscos El Cangrejo Nice - seafood - Updated September 2026

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