The service was really good overall. As for the food, some were great, some had interesting flavors.

Marina is the best! We had great service and delicious food and drinks, we'll definitely be back!

My mom and I visit Puesto at least once a month whenever I travel to Irvine for work, and it has truly become one of our favorite traditions. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious, and the service never disappoints. During our visit on 5/7/26 for an early dinner, we had such a fun and upbeat experience with Pearl. She brought so much personality and energy to our table and made the entire experience even more enjoyable. She was incredibly attentive, helpful with menu selections, and shared so much information about the menu along with interesting facts about the restaurant that no one had ever mentioned to us before. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she does. We ordered the potato taquitos, fried chicken tacos, carnitas tacos, beans and rice, plus guacamole, salsa, and chips -- everything was amazing as always. Puesto continues to be one of the highlights of our Irvine visits, and Pearl exceptional service made this visit especially memorable. We'll definitely be back again next month! read more

This is a more up-scale Mexican restaurant in a nice area. The service is good and the whole place is very clean with very nice decor. I had the chicken enchilada. It was pretty good. I particularly liked the sliced avocado. The sauce was pretty mild... A bit too mild for my taste and I had to add some hot sauce to give it a bit more flavor. You'll see from the picture that the dish comes with just 1 enchilada. Most Mexican restaurants give you 2, though this one is probably a little larger than most. Also, there's no rice or beans. And the enchilada didn't have any cheese either inside or on top. Considering what they're charging for this ... I expected a little more of anything. My friend had the short rib bowl and he said it was very good. Considering the price -- it had better be. We had to ask for chips 3 times before we finally got them ... Overall, the food is good and the place has a very nice decor and feel. But I felt like the value was not there. The food was good, but not so amazing to justify a price that's probably 50% to 100% more than you'd find at a basic Mexican restaurant. read more

See all

The Best food & Space is at Puesto Park Place I had a fantastic dining experience at Puesto in Irvine at Park Place. Right across from North Italia, this establishment rocked my senses. Let me start off by saying, I made a reservation error and the staff, especially the hostess Maureen and manager went above and beyond to seat us comfortably. The establishment was spotless, and the staff was so friendly and attentive. Shout out to Ale and Joanna for being kind, generous and knowledgeable. Even when they brought us the wrong dessert, they didn't charge us, but they still insisted we try it. Im not sure if it was due to the time of day we went but the timing was impeccable for our food. Our orders came out so fast, as if they were reading our minds. I truly love when the service and the food match the beautiful atmosphere. We got the guacamole flight which came with 3 incredible flavors, but the mango with pomegranate stole the show. Then, we had the chicken al pastor taco, marinated in hibiscus which is very unique! And the surf-and-turf taco were bomb. For dessert, they first brought us pistachio tres leches cake, though the cake was great, I wasn't a fan of the zest-heavy cream; I would have preferred a strawberry topping instead. But the churro sundae... babyyyyy now that was next level. Vanilla ice cream, churro bites, pistachio crumble, a cajeta drizzle, and dark chocolate chunks. I'd come back just for that, especially in summer with a cocktail. Puesto knows how to impress, and I can't wait to return! Pro tips: * Park in the structure and don't worry, they validate. * The door is heavy like a whale but it does open. * If you have allergies to nuts, let them know as many items are incorporated with nuts. * Come on Wednesdays as they have girl dinner (tailored menu for 40 bucks per person) which sounds like a time. * Oh and make reservations( just make sure it's the right location) * Lastly, if you sit in a booth on either side the views are amazing. One is a view of the kitchen and the other is a view of the outside. Choose wisely! read more

See all

We went to Puesto for a team dinner on a Tuesday night. It was a taco Tuesday so tacos were half off, however it feels kinda crazy to pay the full price for the tacos. The service was great and there was tons of seating. It did feel a little loud in the place, but nothing too overwhelming for conversations. We got the guac and elote. The elote was pretty good and on par for what you'd expect. The guac tasted like there was a lot of lime in it (this is a pro for me since I love lime). I got the quesabirria taco and was thrown off that it wasn't the typical goat meat and didn't have any consume to compliment it. I also thought it was an interesting twist that the cheese was fried around the meat. It wasn't bad, but again I only felt fine paying for the tacos since it was half off. I don't think people come here for authentic Mexican food, more so for the vibes and maybe drinks... not a bad experience but would go somewhere else if I'm looking for more bang for my buck. read more

See all

I honestly have to give Puesto some creativity points. Their tacos are unique and 50% off on taco tuesdays. Their dirty soda had coke and horchata and I really enjoyed it as an alternative to an alcoholic beverage. Their taco of the month was interesting, it was a fried chicken with slaw. I'm a big lover of their Mexican candy shot. I always order one when I visit, best drink ever. We were sat by the kitchen which was fun, but the glass can emit some heat. This is honestly a pretty fun place to eat at. read more

See all

Met up with a friend at this spot and ordered the shrimp enchiladas. My friend ordered the filet mignon tacos. The ambience was really nice and the service was very quick! Shoutout to our server Faith for being so attentive and kind. :) read more

Went out for at night with Coworkers to catch up. This place specializes in tacos but not your authentic kind that you find from food trucks. They are mainly dressed up with sauces and small portions with high prices. The filet mignon and birria tacos were rather good but not amazing. Each were missing many of the ingredients you'd find at a legit restaurant. Service was decent and the waiter was very nice. The area and decor was modern and great for a date night. I think this place is for those who enjoy taco presentation more than authentic flavors. read more

Puesto Park Place - Filet mignon and birria - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Friendly, attentive service. Nice, vibrant ambience in the middle of a strip mall in Irvine. I got the grilled fish taco with beans with iced tea. Fish seemed fresh and the tacos were tasty. Their guacamole fight is very interesting - with Parmesan, peppers and few other variations. Parking was easy to find. read more

Puesto Park Place - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

See all

Delicious tacos along with tasty chips and salsa! The guacamole was also excellent. The atmosphere was inviting and very kid-friendly, and the service was warm--they checked on us often, which was a nice touch. I'll definitely be back! Tacos run about $12-15 each, and the quality is absolutely worth it. read more

See all

We stumbled upon this place while in the area looking for dinner. The restaurant has that fancier dinner vibe. It was a weekend night, but there was no wait. We were seated properly and greeted warmly by our server. She offered us water and chip and salsa to start. We got the chicken bowl and the beef enchilada. The food was good but they were on the saltier side for my liking. Service was amazing, our server checked in on multiple times and make sure we got everything we needed. Overall, solid place for a date night; however, I wouldn't recommend if you're looking for a casual dinner with Mexican food. There are definitely great cheaper options. read more

Puesto Park Place - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

I've eaten at a lot of restaurants, but tonight was one of those experiences that reminds you how much a great server can completely elevate a meal. Stefan was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish. He was knowledgeable, attentive, funny, and somehow managed to make our entire table feel like VIP guests without ever being overbearing. His recommendations were spot-on, his timing was perfect, and he genuinely seemed to care that we had an incredible experience. The food was outstanding, but Stefan was the reason the night stood out. It's rare to find someone who combines professionalism, personality, and hospitality at such a high level. Every interaction felt natural and effortless, and he made the entire experience memorable. If you're coming to Puesto, ask for Stefan. Seriously. He set the standard for what service should be. Restaurants spend millions designing menus and interiors, but people like Stefan are what keep customers coming back. 10/10 service. 10/10 attitude. 10/10 experience. We'll definitely be back, and a huge part of that is because of him read more

Thursday date nights don't get better than Puesto! Our server Johanna was absolutely phenomenal. She remembered us from a previous visit and guided us through some menu changes with spot on recommendations that did not disappoint. The Cadillac margaritas were fantastic and kept the good times going, and they even put on game 2 of the Stanley Cup series which really made our night! The elevated potato taquitos and guac were delicious and my filet mignon bowl was incredible (already eyeing the Birria for next time). Thanks Johanna! read more

I am a regular of Puesto at the SD restaurants. I visited the Irvine location on a business trip. The ambiance is great there. Very electric w a great vibe. Service was good. The service staff works very hard. U fortunately, ALL of our Heroe Tacos where not a good as normal. Its a Surf and Turf taco. The Filet was overcooked and dry in each of our tacos. I brought some guest new to Puesto and I had hyped up the Heroe, which is my ultimate taco! At the price point of each of these tacos, a definite disappointment! One guest loved the mushroom taco and another very much enjoyed the tamarindo shrimp taco. This is a very unique shrimp taco. I also had a chicken al pastor which was great as always. The chicken shredded in al pastor sauce wrapped in crispy cheese w pineapple on top! This taco has been a regular for a reason!! The chips and salsa are always great. Light and crispy tortilla chips with a unique salsa!! I always eat too many. Although our Heroe tacos where overcooked, I do recommend Puesto to anyone who want elevated fusion tacos! Puesto is known for their tacos for good reason. read more

Puesto Park Place - Heroe Taco - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

See all

Loved this place! The food and drinks were up to par! The service was spot on! The environment was Perfect for a Friday night with friends! The only complaint is I wish the serving size was bigger... the bowl was $28 - so I was expecting more food. But nonetheless, it was so flavorful and worth the price! read more

See all

A huge shout-out to our server, Kian! He was incredibly friendly, patient, and attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. His positive attitude and excellent service truly stood out and made our visit even more enjoyable. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was wonderful. We've been here before, but the outstanding service we received today made this visit especially memorable. We'll definitely be back soon! Thank you Kian! read more

We stopped in on a Saturday afternoon and was seated right away. We chose to dine at Puesto because they are dog friendly- everyone was so welcoming, service was great. The food was good, although it may not look like much the two tacos were filling. The atmosphere was relaxing, not too loud. It was paid parking, but with validation it was only a few dollars. read more

See all

Okay but not really worth the price point for what you get. Hubby and I came here after we found that Houston's wait was so long so this wasn't our first choice. Thankfully they had plenty of seating so we got a table right away. Got the guacamole sampler so we could try all 3: Classic guacamole (4/5) - best out of all of them but still rather bland and needed more salt Puesto perfect (3/5) - I thought there would be shaving/shredded/grated parm mixed in but it was big chunks of parmesan...why? It just didn't mix well and sat on top like an after thought. Nogada (2/5) - What is happening in this dish? Why is my guacamole sweet and crunchy? The flavors and textures are just all wrong. I got my tacos substituing lettuce for tortillas (Oh sue me I don't care for tortillas unless they're fried and cut into triangles). Mushroom taco (4/5) - Very tasty but a little watery, very cheesy and a little too salty actually so the blander guacamoles helped balance it out. Rajas taco (4/5) - also really good but the piece of nopales (cactus) was so small and it was mostly just cheese. This place wouldn't be my first choice but maybe more worth it during taco tuesday. read more

Puesto Park Place - Mushroom Taco, Rajas Taco - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

See all

Food is amazing. Faith really took care of us in a warm and energetic way. She made us feel at home. The other employees also seemed enthusiastic about helping each other. We will definitely go back. read more

The tacos were all amazing ! We had to try each one on the menu because that's how we do. The service was really slow on what didn't appear to be a very busy Tuesday night ( taco Tuesday no less ) What made the experience really a bummer was the temperature inside. How they don't have any ability to cool such a lovely place is beyond me. Great food will try again in the winter. Maybe. read more

Puesto Park Place - All the tacos ! - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Ambiance and service hit it out of the park. I was however let down a bit by the quality of all of our tacos. Tortillas: good, shrimp, and meat were so so salty and pretty overcooked, the battered fish and nopales tacos were probably the best of the six we tried. Tuesdays are 1/2 off all tacos, which was really a bonus and made dining more fun, for sure. Our waitress was 10 outta 10, such a nice and energetic lady with knowledge and suggestions of the whole menu, I was so impressed! The shorted fifth star really was only for the food, but I'll return again maybe to a different location because of the environment and staff. read more

See all

First visit today, it was my birthday. The restaurant has a fun atmosphere and if you sit next to the windows near the kitchen you can see the inside kitchen activity! Kinda unique. All of our food was prepared well and delicious! You could taste the thoughtful care in all the food. The menu has slimmed down and they don't offer a large selection just one page has the food available and the other side is drinks. So if you are looking for a large variety this might not be the spot. We ended up getting 3 tacos, two bowls, guacamole and civeche. It was all delicious. There is a 4% charge for the staff included in your bill just be aware. It was a good experience and they helped me create a memorable birthday. read more

See all

Amazing food and atmosphere as always. I maintain that the Heroé Taco is the best taco bite in OC, the ingredients work perfectly together for a flavor explosion! Service from Stefan was great, man knows what he's doing! read more

Puesto Park Place - 2 Heroe Tacos + Crispy Chicken Taco - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

I stopped in for lunch last week and ordered two of the best tacos I've had in a very long time. I also ordered chips and salsa and the salsa was delicious. Really great restaurant with plenty of seating. There are some parking structures around and they validate. I sat at the bar and the bartender was very friendly and attentive. read more

See all

Stefan was fantastic to work with! Professional and reliable throughout the entire process. He went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled smoothly. Highly recommend Stefan and would gladly work with him again. read more

I am never disappointed when I visit Puesto Park Place! Drinks are always on point, service is always efficient and friendly (always sit at the bar), and food is delicious! Menu has improved, and seasonal offerings always keep things fresh! Happy Hour will be returning around the Memorial Day weekend. read more

Puesto Park Place - Churro sundae - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

I come here frequently for business lunches. Very accommodating as far as hosting large groups and having a good selection. Noise level allows for having conversations as well. Started with a couple starters. One being their special guac rhat had nuts and I think cranberries. It wasn't bad but I prefer the original. I typically get the tacos but decided to go with a bowl this time around. The Short Rib Birria was pretty awesome. Love the tenderness of the short rib. The fresh guac was a nice touch and cheese were a nice touch. You can definitely taste the freshness of the ingredients. Portion size was great. I came starving and left full. Had the passion fruit mule as well. Perfect pairing for this dish and to cool down from the hot weather. read more

Puesto Park Place - Mule - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

See all

I used to go to the Puesto location in Huntington Beach when it was there often. The tacos here were bigger than I remember. The filet mignon tacos were delicious! Packed a lot of meat in them. On a Tuesday they are only $6 vs $12. Rice and beans is $4. Could pass on this next time. Mango margarita was good! Chips and salsa were ok. The guacamole was pretty bland. For that high of a price point, it should have more flavor. Waitress was super friendly. Would come back! read more

Puesto Park Place - Filet Mignon tacos! Delish - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

We've been to a sister restaurant of this place in Anaheim and it was great. We love the innovative menu. But this location was just okay. If they seat you under the glass area, it's like a magnifying glass and you're gonna sweat and we came on a warm day. Also the water they serve is room temp and one of our glasses had a fly in it. Super pricey for what it is, like $13-$17 per taco. They validate parking to the structure in the rear. Wouldn't come back due to uncomfortable conditions inside. read more

Puesto is solid but I just can't justify the price with OK tasting Mexican food. $269 after tip and tax for for 3 people. You're definitely paying for the ambiance - it's super lovely inside the restaurant. Everything tasted solid but I would rather support a hole in the wall. read more

See all

A group of 10 of us arrived here for Cinco de Mayo and we were able to get a great area for all of us. The vibe is very fun and I love the wood work with all of the bright colors as well. We knew it would be busy, but the server was very attentive and even apologetic when she thought we were waiting too long for our drinks. We didn't think it was that bad, especially for a busy night. We knew what we were getting into. The food came out relatively quickly and we all got our dishes within minutes of each other. We got a bunch of tacos and they were next level. Our favorite was the ribeye, which is a newer item. We also really liked the carnitas and filet mignon. All the others were delicious too, it's just that these 3 were our favorites. I'm looking forward to our next visit, although we may try the Los Olivos location since it's closer. read more

See all

Hubby picked this restaurant to try during our LA trip. We rolled in around 11:30 AM on a Monday for our first meal of the day. Place looked pretty empty, so we were surprised when the waiter asked, "Do you have a reservation?" Uh... no. He smiled and said, "Right this way," and sat us at a giant booth for six. The vibe was nice, and it was a beautiful day. Then we opened the menu. One taco... twelve bucks?! Okay, maybe these tacos are magical. We ordered six to start for the four of us to test the waters. Also got chips and salsa for $4. To be fair, they gave us two giant bowls. Sadly, the salsa wasn't our thing. Taco rundown: * Al pastor: 4/5 - hubby likes it. * Quesabirria: 3/5 - decent * Filet: 3/5 - kind of forgettable * Baja fish: 1/5 - very fishy, in a bad way After that first round, we were pretty much done. The food was just okay, and the booth behind us was so loud we couldn't even talk to each other. Servers were super nice though and they did validate our parking. We were in and out in 30 minutes. Total bill with tip? About $100. For a very meh lunch, that hurt a little. Probably wouldn't go back or recommend it. read more

See all

This review is for my experience with their special events. My husband and I hosted a reception style private event for around 40 people. I recommend this style for people that want a type of event where guests can mix and mingle. I booked the location around 6 months in advance. The event sales manager, Nicole, was very professional and communicated with us throughout the entire planning process. Our server during the actual event was a dream to work with. He was awesome! The event went better than we could have imagined. We rented out the Patio Del Norte section and it was perfect. There were 3 small fire pits in the middle. It was separated from the rest of the restaurant so it felt very intimate. We were also next to the bar so our party had exclusive access to half of it. All our guests complimented how smoothly the event went. We got to create our own menus prior to the event. Everyone kept saying how amazing the food and drinks were. The appetizers were on a table and the servers walked around with trays passing out food all throughout the night. Timing of everything was perfect. I would highly recommend this place if you're looking to host a special event! read more

See all

The food and drinks are good. A bit expensive and one of the items we didn't love. The decor is fun and it has a great bar!

Had a great experience and our waiter, Alè, was great! Great place to meet for networking in Irvine. read more

I came here after work with some friends to enjoy some tacos and drinks. This restaurant is located across from a very busy parking lot so make sure you plan ahead. The restaurant itself is pretty large, good for big groups with a somewhat lively atmosphere. Chips and salsa come with the table which is always a plus. I ordered an IPA (forgot which) from the bar, which was pretty good. From the menu, I ordered the filet mignon and short rib birria tacos. Both had pretty good flavor with a pretty generous portion of meat inside. I'll have to come back and try their other tacos, but overall it's a good place to have a drink and some tacos with friends. read more

Puesto Park Place - Filet mignon and Short Rib Quesabirria tacos - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Stopped in for a light lunch with friends since it was attached to the hotel they were staying at. Quick walk through the hotel, and we found ourselves in this cute restaurant. It wasn't too busy at lunch and the menu had so many options available. I ordered a margarita mocktail and steak taco with rice and beans. These were so good! The steak was cooked tender, I was caught off guard by the spicy kick from the veggies in the taco but it was so good! The mocktail tasted every bit like the alcoholic version. Service was excellent! Our service was so attentive to our needs and so polite. I also appreciated the validated parking at the end when I was leaving. read more

Puesto Park Place - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

See all

I had to park across street and walk to the restaurant on the other side. First time at Puesto, as we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The service staff were quick and attentive. We ordered the Filet Mignon and the Fish tacos, and we enjoyed it, good food at somewhat higher prices. The Ceviche is okay, but you can get fresher ones from other places. read more

Puesto Park Place - Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche* - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

See all

I came here for a taco Tuesday dinner with the girls. Pro tip: park in the parking structure across the street to avoid the absolute chaos in the paved parking lot. They validate parking here. We were seated by the kitchen windows in an enclosed table. It felt kind of stuffy and claustrophobic in my opinion. Our server was Kevin and he was friendly enough with prompt service and follow-up. We got the guacamole sampler (I did love the classic guacamole and the nogada guacamole). The watermelon margarita could have used more tequila in my opinion but the presentation was lovely! I had the lobster tacos, the new grilled shrimp tacos and the chicken tinga tacos. All had good flavor and quality was consistent with what I've had in the past. My new favorite is the grilled shrimp tacos. The shrimp is light and juicy! We even saw Alexander on the way out and he remembered us. I can see myself coming back here again for taco Tuesday or thirsty Thursday. read more

See all