Puesto is one of our go-to spots for date nights, although the Los Olivos location isn't the one we visit most often since it's a little out of the way for us. We still make it over here occasionally because we really love the outdoor seating, and Tony always makes the experience worth the trip. Tony remembers us and always makes us feel extra special when we're there. He knows we love extra salsa with our chips, so instead of making us ask for refills over and over, he brings us our own little bowl of salsa. It's a small thing, but that kind of attention really stands out. He's also just a funny guy and always makes our date nights a little more enjoyable. We ordered our usual chicken al pastor and filet mignon tacos, along with sides of rice and beans. Everything was delicious as usual. Puesto is also a great value when you keep it simple with tacos, chips, and sides. Definitely check out the Los Olivos location if you're in the area, especially if you can grab a spot outside. And if you get Tony as your server, you're in good hands! read more

This was my first time and Puesto Los Olivos. I went with a group of friends on Taco Tuesday (during the World Cup) and definitely had to make a reservation. I was sad that the entire patio was booked, but thankfully we had a great table inside. The food was really yummy, but I was sad that a few of their vegetarian options were not available due to the World Cup (which seemed odd). I did however love that they have 0 proof mocktails. That is always a plus. The interior of the restaurant was trendy and had a chic vibe. Looking forward to coming back soon! read more

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Came here near closing. Had the chips and salsa as the free opener. Ordered the chicken bowl and that was good and flavorful. Also ordered the filet mignon taco. The cheese seems a bit softer than usual and hurried. Wife loves how the cheese forms on the steak normallly, but this time, not so much. Service was still good even though they are still a half hour to close. And as always, the ambiance is good so no complaints here. Overall, still ok. read more

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Stopped by for lunch at Puesto today. Vanessa and Mathew took good care of us with quality service. Both were quite friendly and professional. We started with drinks with chips and salsa. My wife ordered a chicken bowl and I had two tacos, one chicken and one short rib with rice and beans. The food was fresh and the ambiance chill. Recommended read more

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I always love the idea of this restaurant but it just doesn't hit each time. The location is great, the service is decent and the food is good. I can't really put my finger on what's off ... I guess there are just lots of other great Mexican restaurants in the area to choose from (Sol Agave, South of Nick's, Carmelita's) and this one isn't at the top of the list. read more

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Always a great time here. Delicious food, super tasty drinks, fast and courteous service. One of our favorites in the area. We usually get 3 tacos, but I also love their bowls. Casual, but a great date night or spot to have dinner and drinks with friends. read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Churro Sundae - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Thought we would give Puesto another try after we had initially liked this place several years ago but stopped going because of the prices. The prices have SKYROCKETED up and everything else has gone down. Fish taco was absolutely rancid. Portions for the price horrific. Service average at best. This is the last time we will be dining here, ever again. read more

We've been coming to Puesto quite a bit because we discovered Taco Tuesdays and Perfect Thursdays lol. Definitely make reservations - we haven't had to wait TOO long for our tables when we do. I take a good look around every time and note how cute the decor is and kind of fit for a nice relaxing time with chips and salsa. So, if you haven't been in a while, chips and salsa costs money now. But if you get a guacamole, the chips and salsa are thrown in. And if you get the guac, I highly recommend the Perfect Guac with the parmesan cheese. I avoided it for the longest time cuz I mean c'mon - parm? But it totally works. Other highly rec apps are the potato taquitos and the shrimp ceviche (with the passionfruit sauce). Yum! They just updated their menu with some new tacos - for this month, they've got an octopus taco - 10/10 recommend. They also have a grilled shrimp taco (they still have their tamarind shrimp) which is 10/10. I also love their Calabacitas taco which replaced their Raya (peppers and cactus) taco. And if you want 3 tacos but don't want to be super full, they can be made with lettuce wraps. The only taco I wasn't a huge fan of was the lobster one. The one time I ordered it, the lobster wasn't the highest quality and I noticed a lot of....antenna meat? Just crumbles. So I haven't gotten it since. Drinks - Coconut margarita Dessert - Pistachio Tres Leche Service is great but just be aware sometimes on Taco Tuesdays, it can take a bit longer. The servers are great about checking in on us, though. Anyway, check it out! read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Octopus (taco of the month), Calabacitas (squash), grilled shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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I am thinking this Puesto location is the best location in California. My wife and I have been to 4 or 5 different locations and I have to say the vibe and atmosphere at the Los Olivos location is perfect. We've been to this location multiple times now and each time it has been the best experience. Everyone who works at this location is awesome and friendly and the food is always top tier! On our most recent visit we were blessed to be waited on by Cece, she was awesome! Amazing service and a great smile the whole time! Next time that we are in Anaheim or Costa Mesa we will stop by and hope to get Cece again! Thank you for a wonderful evening. read more

Recently tried out this location and it was a good experience for the most part. The staff was friendly and welcoming and the food service was great. There's also a lot of parking available as it's located in a shopping center. I ordered chips and salsa, which tastes great! The chips are 10/10 here for sure. I also ordered two tacos, the Huitlacoche Mushroom Taco and the grilled shrimp taco. The mushroom taco has potential, but I think some work is needed on the taste as it lacked the molé taste and had a strangely bitter aftertaste without it. The grilled shrimp taco, however, tastes great. Overall, I still enjoyed my experience and I'd still come back to try out other items on the menu. Hope you get a chance to try it out. read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Paloma - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Only a party of 1 before us at opening. We also had a reservation for Saturday 11:30am. The interior is nicely decorated. I like the greenery. The booth was comfortable and spacious enough. Avary was our server. She carded us for our Pina Coladas and Paloma. She also made sure to ask us if we had any dietary restrictions prior to taking our order. I got the Wagyu Brisket Taco and Hero Taco (Lobster, Steak, and saucy strong onions). The Wagyu Brisket Taco is spicy but has good flavor. The meat was also good but it wasn't easy to bite through. I felt like I was tearing up the taco trying to bit into the meat. The Hero Taco was delicious aside from the lobster. Better off getting the steak taco with some string onion rings. The Pina Colada had good flavor. Sweet without being overly. Didn't feel a buzz since the tacos were so filling. The bathroom is toward the back to the left of the restaurant. It's clean. There are multiple stalls. There was a 4% surcharge added to our bill for a party of 4. read more

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Stopped here for a late lunch and our waiter is so nice and cool. Ordered guacamole and ceviche along with shrimp tacos! Happy taco Tuesday!! I really liked my mushroom tacos. They were tasty and flavorful and I ate all of them Puesto is 100 times better than Javier's as far as flavor and creativity and is wayyyy more reasonably priced. Please don't take that as a reason to jack up the prices!! Cone for the delicious exotic food and stay for the margaritas! read more

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Ambiance was great ! Food was delicious! Don't forget get to try Filet mignon Bowl and Taco Top of all service was wonderful For sure coming back... read more

My friend & I only went in for a quick margarita. They didn't have a simple strawberry margarita, but rather a strawberry jalapeño version. I opted for the mango margarita & we got guacamole with orange infused in it. It was good. Bartender was knowledgeable & sometimes talkative. read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Mango margarita complete with cempasúschil (marigold) - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

We love Puestos. They always have amazing food and service. We went for lunch with our 2 little Frenchies. I tried their File Mignon bowl and it was really good and very filling. Shrimp Mango sevache was amazing and guacamole trio. Plus their amazing taco. Highly recommend them. Ambience is so roomy and comfortable. We enjoyed outside patio. read more

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Amazing service! Vanessa, you rock We ordered the guacamole flight and I ordered my two fave tacos-mushroom and tamarindo shrimp. Always delicious! read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Tamarindo shrimp on the left. Mushroom taco on the right. - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Puesto is also so fun to go to! Our waitress (forgot to get her name) was so nice and on top of it during our dinner! The tacos are incredible and always worth going on a Tuesday for the killer deals! This time around I got the hero taco and the ribeye (new this month). The hero is always absolutely delicious and it's a stable for me but this ribeye one is questionable. The flavors are not my favorite and it wasn't nearly as filling as the other tacos usually on the menu. I'll definitely be coming back but don't think I'll be ordering the ribeye again. read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Have frequented this location more times than I can count. Usually for taco Tuesdays because it's a great deal! Love the tacos! Favorite is filet mignon, sometimes the meat can be chewy which isn't great. Carnitas has a great taste but they need to drain the oil from it better, always comes dripping in oil and it makes all the other tortillas soggy. Chicken Al pastor is also delicious to me! I have friends that love the quesabirria and fish tacos, I'm just not a fan. Chips come out warm, when they're not busy. But that won't be that case on Tuesdays. Salsa is great. Guac is delicious but super pricey. Margaritas are not worth it to us! All ice. Some juice. Barely any tequila. The passionfruit agua Fresca is delicious, just very sweet so make sure you have your water glass filled up. Overall, if you want great service and food that comes out in a timely manner, do not go on a Tuesday. Any other day will work but you just have to pay full price ($12 for a steak taco). But if you don't mind waiting a bit, taco Tuesday deal is hard to beat. Fun, colorful decor. Big space so it never feels too crowded or loud, you can carry a conversation. read more

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Food was okay, but the service was horrible. Our waiter took so long to serve us and our food took almost 40 minutes despite there being almost absolutely nobody. read more

I really liked the concept here, but the menu feels a bit limited--I was surprised by the lack of popular Mexican staples. The pricing is also quite high for the quality of the entrees; $13 for a single beef taco felt steep, and the $19 lobster was unfortunately mediocre. That said, the guacamole flight was excellent, and both the cocktails and mocktails were top-notch. Great vibes for drinks, but the food value wasn't quite there for me. Service is always good here read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Lobster and beef taco - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

My mom and I went here, it was my first time and it was such a great experience! Our server, Jacob, was very attentive, helpful and down to earth. All of our food was delicious!! My mom got a filet mignon taco & Caesar salad, both of which were great! Before our food came out, we shared the guacamole & salsa which was delicious and had good sized pieces of cheese in it which made it soooooooo yummy. We had a minor inconvenience, no need to mention the circumstances, and Elise, the manager came out and was more than accommodating to us. Going here, I realized that all of the staff wants the guests to have that top notch experience and it really shows in their food and service provided!! We also got a dessert, the vanilla ice cream with churros and that was honestly the best I've had in soooooo long. If you want a relaxing yet beyond tasty experience paired with excellent service and friendly staff, you have got to try Puesto!! I'm already looking forward to going here for round 2 Mexican feast! 10/10!! P.s- we sat on the patio and the vibes were immaculate! read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Baja Fish Taco (right) Filet Mignon Taco (left) Traditional Black Beans Herb Lime Rice - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

I recently came back to Puesto, Los Olivios with my coworkers for lunch. We had volunteered down the street and came in for lunch. I've had service issues in the past at the Park Place and Los Olivos Puesto but I was with a group and we were hungry. We were seated just before the rush. Since we were waiting for the rest of our party to arrive about 4 more parties were seated. Our last coworker walked in and we could barely get our server to come take our order. About 15 minutes in she took our drink order and guacamole order with chips . Then she disappeared again. As we watched her run from table to table our drinks and chips arrived 10 minutes later. My drink, Peach and Habanero Margarita, was wrong, it was a regular margarita. I decided instead of flagging her down just to drink it. Our table was frustrated because we were on a time crunch and other tables were waving her down to take their orders. 10 minutes after we got our drinks, we were all looking at the time, we flag down the waitress to take our lunch order. I ordered the Chicken Flautas and I wasn't impressed at all. When the bill came we noticed a 4% surcharge. When we questioned the waitress about it she explained that since they haven't raised their food prices in a while they add a surcharge to the bill. I don't see myself ever eating at Puesto's in the near future. Atmosphere 4/5 Service 1/5 Food 1/5 read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Bill with 4% surcharge. - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Very nicely appointed with a great outdoor area. Food was good, service was fast and the cevicie was very nice. Not too pricey and relaxing

Some reason I never wanted to give Puesto a try but this time I decide too and I was glad I did as I was pleasantly surprised how good it was! The salsa could have been spicer but overall the food was tasty and the drinks were made well! read more

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I thought the passion fruit ceviche was unique and good. Very fresh which I loved. Kinda reminded me of a sweet and sour sauce. My 14 year old daughter demolished her tacos. She said they taste nothing like traditional Birria (which we was bummed about initially but then said they were still really good. Chips and salsa so good Service was good. Our intention was to be in and out. The ambiance is so cute! The restaurant is decorated so cute. Perfect for a date night! read more

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Service last night was exceptional! I did not get the servers name but I wish I had, he was great! He made taco Tuesday a great experience! I ordered the filet mignon taco and the Wagyu tacos. Horchata was also good. Inside was well decorated with green vines. read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

I remember being one of the first customers here when it was just a food truck out front. It's amazing to see how much this place has grown. The food is still excellent, but what truly made our night was Brandon. His service was exceptional--something I haven't experienced in a long time. Thank you, to the staff & Brandon, for making our night a blessing. We'll be back. read more

Every time I come here it's an amazing time! Delicious food and tasty drinks. One of my favorite items on their menu is the filet mignon taco! Their street corn is fire! Their margaritas hit different and the vibe is just right. Happy hour or casual meal. Anytime is good for this place. The service is great and the inside is very cool and clean. Grab your friends and give them a try! read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Filet Mignon & Baja Fish tacos! - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Are the tacos expensive? Yes. Are they worth it? Absolutely. Some very creative and delicious gourmet tacos that really hit the spot. The appetizers go well with the tacos, and every taco was great. The interior is super nice with both indoor and outdoor seating. Staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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There are high-end restaurants in places like Las Vegas and Beverly HIlls that serve plates with beautifully presented morsels of food that can be eaten in two bites for an exorbitant price. This restaurant pretends to be one of those but their attempt at being upscale fails miserably as they are a bogus version of such places. We came for a quick dinner and sat inside rather than the patio. The interior is colorfully decorated with lots of greenery everywhere. We were provided complimentary chips and salsa and also ordered an overpriced bowl of guacamole. I decided on two carnitas tacos and a horchata to drink. Service was fast but impersonal. My horchata was served in a small, thin glass and within 4 or 5 sips was gone. Admittedly, it was an excellent drink with a vibrant cinnamon flavor...but tiny. My tacos were little, blue corn tortillas and consisted of tender pork with crispy (aka: burned) cheese and tomatillo sauce along with a slice of avocado. They were good and presented beautifully but not worth the ridiculous price. Give me a legit street taco over these any day. My wife got two filet mignon tacos, which I can't comment on, other than her two amounted to $24 (my two totalled $20). Add a 4% surcharge (a mystery charge that should just be labeled "mandatory tip for management" and generally just pisses me off) and add the server's tip and tax...our total came out to over $80 for: four small tacos, a child's size horchata, and a small bowl of guacamole. We left still hungry. Look, the food was delicious but the prices charged are inarguably excessive. I NEVER complain about prices, especially if the food and service are worth it, but what Puesto charges for what they deliver is ludicrous. read more

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Food: 4/5 Ordered 3 tacos all different but all were really tasty and seasoned well. The best in my opinion was the ribeye, tender meat, great portion. The margaritas are really good, make it a Cadillac if you want that extra Flavor! Lol. The rice and beans compliment the tacos well. Service: 5/5 We were at the bar, service was very quick the bartenders were all great and offered their own options. Great staff. Ambiance: 4/5 Great decor, very spacious, love the outdoor seating options. Bar is nicely stocked with some of the best selections. read more

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This location is waaaay better than the location off Michelson. I came here with 2 others on Taco Tuesday around 5:30PM and it was packed. Good thing we made a reservation! The ambiance was classy and elevated. We had excellent service all throughout out meal- even when the kitchen brought out the wrong tacos for one of my friends. For birthdays, they provide a free tres leches cake or candy shot. They even gave me a free taco coupon with a hand-signed letter from the staff. How sweet is that!? Everything we had was downright delicious. Lobster tacos (unique in flavor and buttery), chicken tacos (juicy and shredded chicken with mango salsa- yes, please), chips and salsa (1 salsa cup per person- that's the way to do it!) and the tres leches cake (so so good, it was unreal). I also love the watermelon margarita made with real watermelon! We really enjoyed our meal here read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Birthday dessert and card! How sweet - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Great ambience and good food. When we first walked in, I appreciated the openness of the restaurant. There was the main restaurant area, the bar and also a side area which was more open to the outside natural lighting. The restaurant had a nice balance of modern and warm earthy decor. Loved the use of the greenery. We ordered the guacamole, potato taquitos, chicken flautas, short rib bowl, mushroom tacos, fish tacos and chopped salad. The food was flavorful but the price point was a little on the high side. One taco is about $10 and for 3 chicken flautas it was $23. We were also hoping for a little more vegetarian options. The hostess that seated was warm and friendly. The service however felt a little slow even though the restaurant was not busy. We also had to flag her down a few times to get her attention. Overall we had a nice experience. We enjoyed the ambience and the taste of the food. It would be a nice option for a date, a celebration or a friendly get together. read more

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Just be aware there's 4% surcharge on top of your bill. I think they could have been more up front about it, but we found out like most people after we got our bill. We just would have liked to know about it beforehand and not be surprised by it. Other than that the tacos are really good and decently sized. Both the seafood and meat options were cooked well. We got the guacamole with parmesiano reggiano and they give you huge chunks of cheese on top of avocados which is amazing for the cheese lovers. read more

Heads-up::: the hostesses are going to make you feel like you're inconveniencing everyone by your audacity to dine here. They are not friendly. This has happened 3/3 of our last visits so I HAD to post about it :/. That said... Food and ambiance here is EXCEPTIONAL. A very fun and new age take on gourmet tacos. Highly recommend the Heroé taco! Servers are very friendly and knowledgeable and will give you good guidance on the menu. Btw, the kids menu here SLAPS. Big portions for niños. Two tacos, beans and rice, and Agua Fresca for $12! I'm a big Puesto fan and have visited three of their locations many times over the years. The hostesses at the Los Olivos location are countercultural to most of the Puesto family I've met over the years, so we'll keep coming (just not to this location). read more

My first time here was lovely! Keep in mind, they charge a 4% surcharge. I love the ambiance with the plants and the dark lighting, it is very pricy, one taco is $10 before tax and if you want a small bowl of rice and black beans it's an additional $4 but it all tasted nice Service was also quick, and chips & salsa was offered read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Chicken Al Pastor Taco - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Puesto feels like a gem in the area! Great food, great vibes, and awesome service! What more could I want? Inside has a modern yet rustic feel, with beautiful plant accents along the walls. It's a great place to dine casually or you can swing a date here. We love to get the fancy guacamoles they offer. They come with different toppings that are really unique but all have been delicious. If you dont want that, the chips and salsa are delicious too. I can't really control myself when I have chips and salsa in front of me so I try not to overdo it so I have room for my meal! My husband likes their tacos; they have a great ribeye taco! My favorite thing here are the potato taquitos. Those and a horchata makes for a perfect meal for me. The horchata is some of the best I have had anywhere! I'm not sure if they make it in house but it tastes like they do. Our daughter likes the kids quesadilla meal, and the kids meals come with a fun little coloring page with these waxed strings. I hadn't seen these before but we all had fun with them! Really a fun way to keep a kid entertained at the table. We have tried a couple of their desserts; there was a choco flan thing that was absolutely delicious and a tropical mango cake dessert that actually looks like a mango. That one was also really nice with refreshing fruity flavors! But I think I liked the chocolate flan/cake one more. They change desserts seasonally so I have more things I need to try! Parking is plentiful; Puesto is located in a large shared parking lot so we never have any trouble finding a place to park. The staff here are great and super attentive, too! They always make sure we have whatever we need. On our first visit I felt bad because my daughter spilled her drink, but our server was nice about it and cleaned it up. I try not to leave a mess when we dine out, but if a kid spills a drink we have to let staff know so nobody slips. Overall this is a great place for lunch, dinner, special events, etc. They have a private area for a large group so you can have a birthday dinner, baby shower, wedding rehearsal dinner, or whatever you need! Just make sure to get some fun guac for the table :) read more

Puesto Los Olivos - Mango cake; delicious and light dessert! - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Came in with a few of my girls to celebrate an engagement of one our friends. Service was lovely. We opted to sit outside in the sun for some vitamin D and the manager offered for our group to come indoors in case. We ended up taking him up in the offer and enjoyed our margaritas and girl dinners indoors. Our server, Brandon, made great recs and was attentive throughout girl time. Thanks for taking care of us! Excited to come back. read more

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Came here on a taco Tuesday which the special is 50% off tacos. The tacos here is a more elevated experience with wagyu, lobster, and mid-upper scale so the tacos are originally priced more expensive but on Tuesday, they come out to be around $7-8. What's also nice is they offer a lettuce style here to substitute the tortilla if you're into that! Service is good, we sat at the bar and enjoyed our Tuesday evening to break up the weekday meals. Ambiance is also festive and fun. read more

The tacos here are OK at best. Nothing wrong with them, but nothing special. Their online menu does not mention any prices, which in hindsight was a red flag (and in my opinion, a deceptive practice that these posh restaurants need to stop). Each order comes with one taco that can cost anywhere from $10-$17 and the restaurant recommends ordering 3. I got the quesabirria and brisket tacos, which came out to be pretty underwhelming. I would pass on this place and look for somewhere else around costa mesa if you're in the mood for tacos. read more