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    Senor Big Ed

    4.1 (636 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:45 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    My taco plate. Sorry I was hungry
    Grace A.

    This review is only for the 5 taco lunch special to go. I didn't order anything off the the Puerto Rico menu. Maybe next time. I was going to order the Big Ed burrito , but I was told no cheese. " What ! No cheese ! I was told that their cheese distributor didn't show up. Ugh I would send someone out to get some cheese ! Oh well. The service was friendly. The five assorted taco's were delish ! Pico de gallo on top was fresh. I wish they gave a complimentary bag of tortilla chips ! Hint Hint The restaurant was bright and clean. $12.95 for five soft tacos with the choice of chicken, carnitas or carne asada.

    Carne Guisada Meat Turnover Relleno de Papa
    Joel D.

    4/28/26 Ordered some food to go via GrubHub. Food was ready for pick up on stated time. This was my first time having Puerto Rican food. I ordered the carne guisada, with Spanish rice and plantain, meat turnover, and Relleno de papas. The portions were great for the prices and everything was fresh. The food was delicious. I plan to come back and try some other dishes

    8 oz. Guacamole
    Jason S.

    Placed a DoorDash order for the carne guisada, chips, and guacamole. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous. I wasn't a fan of the guacamole as it was really watered down and it was more of a salsa texture. The carne guisada was ok, the rice and plantains were my favorite poster of the dish. The beef didn't blow me away.

    Jenny H.

    We were next-door buying a mattress when we decided to stop in for lunch after a great review from the mattress store employee. I like that they had a kids menu for my baby. The service was good and the employee helped us to pick our dishes and explain to us what their most popular choices were and what it contained. It felt like a nice home-cooked meal the vibes were relaxing, colorful walls give it a nice tropical feel!

    Here's the receipt. You need to charge what's on the board I'll be calling to report this

    The food is awful. That's not Puerto Rican food. I was so embarrassed of the food that I brought back to my friends. Also the bulletin board where they have their prices do not match the receipt. i'll be calling Orange County food ,weight and measure. It's the department that controls the lettering on windows.

    Carne Guisada
    Denise J.

    This Puerto Rican spot has my heart. Loving food of my culture is so hard to find in Socal. Walking in feels like you're in Puerto Rico with the vibrant colors and the murals on the walls. Families having a good time at their tables enjoying the music and the food is so much fun. The service was very good. We felt welcomed and the staff were very friendly. This will make anyone's day. With that being said the food here is so good. My husband had the Carne Guisada with arroz con Gandules and Plato's Maduro. The flavor was there plus the meat was so tender it melted on his mouth. I had the Mofongo carne Gusida with Arroz con Gandules and tostones. I have to admit the mixing was so good not hard and crunchy. We both shared the Yuca con mojo and loved it too. This is a must place for authentic Puerto Rican food.

    The mofongo with carne frita is to die for!
    Crystal D.

    By far My fav authentic Puerto Rican restaurant in SoCal! The customer service was superb!

    Birthday  girl
    Rebecca B.

    Celebrated my birthday today 6/24 at this awesome restaurant with family. Kenia provided outstanding customer service. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. We had a wonderful dining experience because of Kenia We love dining here because of the delicious Puerto Rican and Mexican dishes. They remolded this place. It is so nice, clean & feels like you are in a restaurant in Puerto Rico

    Un Relleno de Papa y Un Pastelillo de Carne
    Joanna G.

    Yesterday I went to eat while my daughter was at a concert. Kenya helped me and she was super sweet. I would definitely go back again when I'm out this way. Food was amazing!

    Steak jibarito
    Nadia M.

    Updating my review because it's been ages. We have continued to return to señor big Ed's because their Puerto Rican food is absolutely delicious. The pork jibarito sandwich is my go to. The pork is well seasoned, and incredible. We have yet to sit down and eat here, it's always been to go, but the service has always been great when ordering whether over the phone or in person. If you're in the mood for PR food, this is the place to go.

    The sampler plate. If you have never tried Puerto Rican food then this is where you want to start.
    Elliotte Luci A.

    100% recommendation. If you want traditional Puerto Rican food and atmosphere come here. The food is authentic and reminds you of your grandmas house on the island. As a Boricua this is one of my top places and how I introduced my Norwegian husband to my family's food culture.

    Cori R.

    I love Puerto Rican food and this place was good. It definitely reminds me of when I went to visit Puerto Rico and the paintings are beautiful inside. The food was good and took me back to when I was in PR!! The customer service was great!

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    The waitress was so friendly, nice & accommodating! The food was very good and tastes authentic! I had a Relleno de Papa and Alcapurria.

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    5 months ago

    First time here. Will not be the last. Got the mofongo relleno with pork. Is great. Love the vibe of the place. Wish I came here years ago.

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