Taco Mesa has become my taco Tuesday spot! Conveniently located right across from LA fitness, I get my workout in then head straight in. They get pretty busy on Tuesdays, could be because they have great deals that day, but they get everyone's food out very quickly. We never wait too long. We order at the counter, we're given a number, find a table and they bring our food right over. Their agua frescas are delicious with the tacos. My favorite tacos are the tacos fritos since they're thin and crispy. I love the texture and the portion is perfect! I recommend the beef ones. Ambience is modern and clean. There's plenty of seating inside and outside of the restaurant. They're puppy friendly in the patio area. read more

The taco Tuesday Special is not the best really not flavor The pineapple water its too expensive and when u wanted to ask for refund they look at you like you are causing problem and u are wrong . the cashier was in a rush to take my order and he did. not explain me the charges or repeated my order , I never got the credit for my expensive drink returned . I will not go back to the anahiem hills location They need more custumer service training. read more

Modernized OG Taco Mesa in Costa Mesa But No seed oils Delicious Iykyk I love the alambre and battered cod taco but you can't go wrong. If you haven't checked out taco mesita in Tustin check that out too. Same owners diff concept. 3 tacos, 3 burritos same attention detail. read more

Taco Mesa - Men's bathroom - Mexican Near Me - Anaheim, California

A healthier alternative! Came in for cinco de mayo, they were busy! Cashier told us it would be about 30-45 minutes on our food before we ordered, I appreciated the heads up. Ordered the steak nachos with no pico and 2 blackened shrimp tacos. Since the ingredients weren't listed for the nachos we asked what was on them, the cashier told us chips, beans, cheese, pico and a protein of choice. When the nachos came out it also included jalapenos and sour cream, so if you like/don't like certain ingredients keep this in mind. A decent amount of seating to choose from both indoor and outdoor, it was just busy for the time we came. Place was as clean as it could be for a holiday dinner rush, the decor was nice, the warm lighting was an interesting choice. Received our food about 40 minutes after ordering. Shrimp tacos were great, would definitely come back for these. Aside from the unexpected nacho ingredients, the tajin made the chips too salty in our opinion, the steak was mixed reviews (i thought it was too crunchy, my husband who likes well done steak thought it was very good). He said the jalapenos were "a little much" but for the $20 price point it did fill him up which he was happy with. Overall, it was just okay. I'd come back if family or friends wanted to come here but I don't see myself going out of my way to come back. read more

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Large parking lot lots food restaurants around here. We wanted a quick bite to head back home Very easy menu and so helpful As soon we ordered they have a salsa bar with everything you to add from salsa's to pickled carrots & onions to limes and radishes I order a Mexico City enchiladas and Carnitas taco She loves Chile Relleno plate with rice & beans And food was good We both enjoy our plates And night was very to sit outside Service was excellent too Super friendly and helpful too read more

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Don't waste time your hard earned money. No taste at all. Taco Tuesday not even close to good food.

This was our first time entering the building since it has become Taco Mesa! It was such a strange feeling to return to a familiar place and it looking so different! The decor is very cute and simplistic. Muted pink and sage green with cute plants. We ordered a quesadilla some mini bean and cheese burritos for our kids and a salad, roasted veggies, beans, and guac for us. Our kids loved the food and we did too! The guac was incredible!!! We're on a pretty restrictive diet right now and the person who took our order was helpful and knowledgeable about what goes into the preparation of the food. Can't wait to go back again! read more

When I was in high school my friends and I would often drive down to Costa Mesa to eat at Taco Mesa, we loved it so much! When I saw that one recently opened up over here I was super excited. My husband had never had it, and while it had been about 20 years for me, I knew it would be good. Since it had been so long I asked my friends who live in Costa Mesa, and frequent the OG location, what they like. They did some rebranding and changed the menu and their entire look. My friend said he loves the Best of The West Tacos but those weren't on the menu. I sent him a pic of the menu at the AH location and he told me what tacos he likes. He also said they have a great tomato soup on Fridays, I am not sure if this location offers soup. He commented that the Yelp pics portray this place as sterile and boring, and I have to agree. He said the one by his house has latin flair, which I remember from my many visits years ago. I am not sure why they changed to this look. Husband went in and picked up the food to bring home, he also said it's super boring and sterile looking in there. But the food is what matters! We ordered beef taquitos, Alambre tacos, a crispy chicken taco, a blackened chicken taco, and a battered cod taco, along with a side of rice and beans. The crispy chicken and Alambre (steak, bacon, peppers, Oaxaca cheese) were pretty good, but the Alambre was dripping with grease. Blackened chicken and battered cod were really mushy - it's only about a 5 min drive home so they didn't sit very long. Taquitos had zero flavor and we didn't finish them, rice & beans were underwhelming and we tossed them. None of the salsas tasted good to me. I told my husband we'll go to the one in Costa Mesa cause I have a feeling the food there is much better. read more

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We love Taco Mesa's location in Orange and have been longtime customers - but this new location does not feel like the Taco Mesa we know and love.. If you want a more hipster, college aged hangout this is the spot, the menu, color scheme, and ambiance just feels sterile, not warm and welcoming like the Orange location. The quality of food is on par with their other location, their salsa bar is my favorite always fresh and offering a variety of options, their chips are always warm fresh and flavorful and their agua frescas and horchata are top notch. I personally will be sticking to the OG Orange location for future visits, but come by and see for yourself if it's your jam! read more

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All right, let's "taco" about this place. I came here on a Tuesday and their taco Tuesday deals. We're pretty weak because it's 4 to 5 dollars a taco depending on what you get. We ordered the chips with guacamole, chicken hard taco, mole chicken taco, and their pozole. Their chicken hard taco and their pozole was good, but not great. I think both were a bit bland. I did enjoy the chips and mole chicken tacos. I guess you can't expect amazing Mexican food in Anaheim Hills. Service was great and the restaurant was very clean. I thought that the weirdest thing with the restroom it was all pinked out. read more

Taco Mesa - Chicken Crispy Taco, Tallow Chips and Pollo en Mole Taco - Mexican Near Me - Anaheim, California

I don't usually post stuff like this, but I gotta say it... $24 for an asada burrito and a drink? Mostly beans and rice, hardly any meat. I'm glad I gave a new spot a try, but never again. read more

I dream about their stake. It's grossly underpriced for what you get. Super tender and perfectly seasoned. I order it à la carte with the chile rellano. So good! I love how they're open a little later than the other restaurants nearby. read more

Bottom Line Up Front: A cozy place with great service and average food for above average prices. The Food: My wife and I came here for Taco Tuesday, looking for delicious Mexican food for cheap (or at least affordable prices). Shocked to find the special prices ranged from $3 to $5, which means their regular cost ($4 to $8) is overpriced. We ordered the chicken mole taco, beef taco, pozole, crispy beef taco, chips and guac, and a Mexican Coke. The tacos were fine but nothing to write home about. I disliked how the tortillas disintegrated like a wet paper bag due to the meat juice and salsa. The pozole was rather bland, as if it lacked oregano and other seasoning. Fortunately, the chips and guac were excellent. Naturally the bottled Coke was perfect. The Service: Our server was fast, friendly, and very knowledgeable. I wish I had asked for his name to give him his due (he was a bald Latino man in his 20s or 30s). A+ rating in this regard. The Overvalued Setup: Another reason for my so-so rating is that this is a fast-casual restaurant. You walk up and order at the front counter like a fast-food joint but they bring the dishes out to you. Nothing wrong with that, per se ... except that the meal prices are as high as sit-down full-service restaurants. The Location: It's located at the corner of Imperial Highway and Santa Ana Canyon Road, tucked inside a shopping complex with a poorly designed parking lot. It's across lot from the LA Fitness, so parking can be difficult to find during peak hours. Inside, the place is clean with spartan-like decor. But I dislike the layout. In the center of the main dining area is a giant rectangular table with stools, serving as a kind of shared counter. That area could have easily housed 3 to 5 separate tables for less awkward seating arrangements. To make matters worse, there are cutouts in the tables where tree stick out, like some form of artwork. I sat at a table in the side dining area near the rest rooms and it has chairs and benches, which were uncomfortable. The Conclusion: Taco Mesa is hit and miss: authentic offerings but bland flavors; excellent customer service but awkward interior setting; average food but above-average prices. read more

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Spotted a new Taco Mesa location in Anaheim Hills a couple of months ago and finally made it here for dinner. I've been eating at the costa Mesa original location since 1994 so I'm super excited to have one close by. The food is slightly different, a few less protein options but everything is delicious. I ordered a carnitas burrito, wet style and a carnitas taco with a Mexican coke to drink. Then I hit the salsa bar, grabbed the roasted red and green salsa. I love cilantro so I never pass up on the chance to load up on fresh cilantro when it is available. The food didn't disappoint. I can honestly say that it is associated good as if not better than the Costa Mesa location. Order at the counter, paid for my food, was handed a number for the table and my drink. My food was brought to my table, when the server realized that I hadn't picked up utensils he immediately stated that he would grab them for me and brought them right back. Well lit and bright restaurant, open late with taco Tuesday and late night happy hour deals are offered as well. Beer and margaritas are available for sale. I can't wait to return. read more

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Ambiance: It's located in a small shopping center with a gym, a few restaurants, a bank, etc. The place is clean and colorful. Service: The employee was very knowledgeable and helpful as we had never been before. Food: They had items for everyone - including the vegetarians in our group. I got bowl, which was delicious, and it was the option most of our group went for. I love that it tastes fresh and healthy. They do have Taco Tuesday, and I definitely want to go back and try that. read more

Taco Mesa - Mesa Bowl with Steak - Mexican Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Great addition to the neighborhood! Can't wait to come in to try more items I had my order to go so dine in might be even better as far as freshness and quality. read more

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Went with the party taco platter. A great find! Plenty of food, tasted great, accurate accommodations, and neatly packaged. Will definitely be returning! read more

Was gonna order 2 burritos a few carne asada tacos and the price came out to $70+!! No thank you

We live in Anaheim hills now, and we always loved the taco mesa in Orange. I was super stoked to see that there is one so close to us now. Different menu, but same great taste! The person at the cash register was very help and full of answers to any questions we had. They have a very clean dining area inside and outside. Plenty of tables. I'm a sucker for nachos. They have the bestttttt chips and the best quesadilla cheese. They're spot on with flavors and just never disappoint. I gave it a 4 and not a 5 because it is a bit pricey. Everything is nowadays but it was like $50 or something around there for all this food. So we like to go here when we want to treat ourselves :) read more

Taco Mesa - Nachos and a steak quesadilla with horchatas - Mexican Near Me - Anaheim, California

A fun, new spot for fresh Mexican food in Anaheim Hills. Right as you enter, there's an instant feeling of tranquility because of the soothing color choices and streamlined seating arrangements. They even have 3 live trees nestled into a counter seating arrangement :) Orders are placed at the counter and are brought out to your table when they're ready. Placing the order was easy and the workers were super friendly and happy to answer any questions. On this visit I tried their fajita plate and their freshly fried chips with a side of freshly made guacamole. Notice the freshly made theme going on? It's amazing! Their corn tortillas are also freshly made by hand with stone ground corn. The chicken fajitas were tender and perfectly seasoned with just the right ratio of protein to veggies. The plate came with rice and frijoles de olla. A nice little surprise addition was a jalapeño popper. My favorite side, however, was the chips; lightly seasoned with Tajín and fried in beef tallow ~ all I can say is AMAZING!! A definite must try!! They also have a serve yourself sauce/salsa bar. My personal favorite was the blended avocado sauce. SO good! Looking forward to coming back soon ~ I'm planning on trying their chile rellenos next. read more

Taco Mesa - Chicken fajita plate with corn tortillas - Mexican Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Great place! We've tried other taco mesas and we've like them all. This one is clean and sterile inside. The service is so great! Very knowledgeable and helpful!! Homemade corn tortillas yes please!!! read more

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New and clean. Great addition for food in the Anaheim Hill area which is relatively a sleepy area compared to neighboring spots like Yorba Linda, Orange, Tustin, Brea. Quality, fresh ingredients. Loved the salsa bar, and they are distinguishing this location slightly from the other taco mesa locations. We tried the carnitas burrito and carne asada plate which included a fried jalepeno. Everything was delicious. read more

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I had never been to a Taco Mesa before, this just opened near my home so I thought we would give it a try. We were not able to find a menu online (for this location) however we did view the menu from a couple of their other locations... Just to note, the menu at this location is much smaller and has only very basic items as opposed to other locations. (not saying it's a bad thing, just something to be aware of) I ordered tacos but when they told me they were served on Masa tortillas, I wasn't sure I was going to like that so I ordered one on the masa tortilla (just to try it) and the other two on flour tortillas. Although the flour tortillas were delicious, the masa tortillas blew them away. I love masa on a tamale, but had never had it in a tortilla. (Tip: When the employees give you a recommendation, take it!) He told me they were amazing and he wasn't lying!!! I will also add they are made fresh to order! Can't beat that! The steak taco was my favorite, it was seasoned perfectly, tender and had just the right amount of spice... a little kick so you knew it was there but not enough that your mouth was on fire! My mom had the chili rellano and said it was very good (she can also be a little picky The food was great, the service was great and the employees were super friendly and helpful. Will definitely go back! read more

Taco Mesa - Chili Relleno plate - Mexican Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Let me start out by saying im very picky with my Tacos. So far I tried the carne Asada, Calamari,battered cod fish and Al pastor. They are very tasteful , juicy and tender, seasoned perfectly. All the Salsa taste so good. I highly recommend this place. They have great service and friendly. read more

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Came here for the first time today, and it was great. The parking is pretty easy, as it is a large center. I got there around 11:30am and ordered the blackened chicken tacos and a pineapple agua Fresca. The tacos and the drink were very delicious. The service was also very good. The employees were very nice and attentive while my friend and I were there. The owner/manager mentioned that they will start taco Tuesday specials and happy hours once they get a bit settled. Overall, definitely come check this place out! read more

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The service experience tonight was much better than our last visit. The food is solid, always fantastic. Disappointed they were out of potato tacos, but punted to the beef. The guacamole and chips here are fire. We love senior Freddie, who is the bomb. He is the heart and soul of this place. He should be a manager, if he is not already. His work ethic and customer interaction is fantastic. He keeps us coming back. read more

Fresh tortillas. The fresh corn tortillas are so good. I had the veggie tacos, cheese quesadillas and watermelon agua fresca. I enjoyed all, but my favorite were the tacos. I also liked their topping and sauces bar. The salsa verde was the best, very mild but flavorful. All our entrees also came with a small mixed salad which was a nice extra. I also appreciate that they have a vegetarian option for all their menu items. Instead of cooking in beef tallow (their default), they can use olive oil instead. Service was also friendly and the restaurant and bathrooms are clean and modern. Would come back to try their all day bfast. Crossing my fingers that they add a taco tuesday or happy hour deal read more

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Most mid burrito I've had in OC. Service was also mid. Dine in is paper plates, grab your own utensils throwaway your own trash type vibe. Honestly can't justify the price for the food when you can find better bang for your buck elsewhere. read more

I stumbled upon this place after going to the gym in hopes to find a quick Mexican fix. I am glad my gf and I got to try! I ordered the asada adobado which was very delicious. My gf got purple corn tacos with asada and al pastor. Those were also delicious. The place reminds me of the aesthetic of a cafeteria. It is pretty spacious with a communal area in the middle. There isn't too much of a service since you pay ahead. However the food came out fairly promptly! Id recommend trying if you're in the area looking for Mexican food. read more

Taco Mesa - Asada Adobado - Mexican Near Me - Anaheim, California

Don't like the taste of meat on tacos or the cheese was very taste to the family! Kids complained of the food and so did the adults

Such a cute spot to check out while waiting for my Tesla to charge! I absolutely loved the vibe--super welcoming and relaxed. The food was incredible, and the staff were genuinely so sweet and attentive. I ordered the tacos along with rice and beans (everything is à la carte, which I liked), and every single bite was delicious. You can really tell they put care into the food. I'd definitely come back again--highly recommend if you're nearby! read more

This place has officially earned a permanent spot on our weekly rotation. Whenever my husband and I hit that "let's just get tacos" mood, this is where we end up and honestly we never regret it. The al pastor is delicious, not greasy, and the quality is consistently great across the board. That consistency is actually what keeps us coming back because you know exactly what you're getting every single time. And the staff is super friendly, which makes the whole experience even better. read more

NO SEEE OILS here!! Yahoooo!!!! Tortilla chips fried in beef tallow?!! C'mon! The best!!! And a non dairy horchata ?? I also had the grilled fish here. Never disappointed. Love this place and the people behind the counter. Wish there were more locations serving without seed oils. read more

Love this place so much!!! Also I have the SOS app and they stay WIDE AWAY from seed oils! The food is amazing too! I get the blackened chicken taco and the taquito pretty much everytime! The green salsa is amazing!!!! Support this place that goes the extra mile to use healthy oils! read more

Was excited to see Taco Mesa as a new addition to the Anaheim Hills community as we can always use more eateries. Spontaneously dropped in on a Friday evening with a voracious appetite since we were fresh from a workout. The staff was super friendly and good about proactively explaining the menu and that they substitute seed oils for beef tallow and olive oil, use only grass fed beef, and overall clean ingredients. We proceeded to order an assortment of four tacos: beer battered cod, al pastor, chicken, and steak. The tortillas were really good. The meat was unfortunately on the chewier and dry side. The salsa bar was the saving grace. They've done a good job with the atmosphere - it's fun, vibey, and has a cute aesthetic. I really appreciated the large community style seating smack dab in the middle of the restaurant. Glad to have tried this spot but won't necessarily be back as it was tough for me to find the value. Paid ~$26 for four tacos that were, according to me, alright. Nonetheless, good effort put into this place. read more

I really wanted to give Taco Mesa a better score because the service was great when we visited. We met the manager/owner I believe, and he was very welcoming and friendly! The food was lacking for us unfortunately. There just wasn't enough authentic flavor in any of our dishes. The taquito was just okay, but the chicken burritos we ordered did not taste good. read more

I ordered the breakfast chorizo burrito. It did not taste like chorizo. It tasted like old minced meat.. no flavor. It was my first time trying this place because I heard good things about it. It honestly didn't have any flavor. Very disappointed. read more

Great food! Chips were perfect. Blackened chicken taco, steak, and shrimp. All great! Mini bean burritos were delicious and perfect size.

Taco Mesa delivers the kind of meal that reminds you why fresh ingredients and bold seasoning matter. We tried a shrimp and chicken burrito, a blackened shrimp taco, an al pastor taco, a stuffed jalapeño, and a side of beef tallow chips--and every bite hit the mark. The staff is friendly as well! We appreciate Angie's hospitality and assistance in selecting our lunch items. The shrimp and chicken burrito was hearty without being heavy, with perfectly cooked proteins and well-balanced flavors in every bite. The blackened shrimp taco stood out with its smoky spice and tender shrimp, while the al pastor taco brought that classic sweet-and-savory balance you hope for, packed with flavor and clearly made with care. Even the beef tallow chips impressed--crispy, rich, and addictive, the perfect side to round out the meal. Overall, Taco Mesa nails it with fresh ingredients, confident seasoning, and consistently on-point flavors. It's the kind of place you leave already thinking about what you'll order next time. We'll be back again soon. read more

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We love taco Mesa!! So excited to find a place that doesn't use lard in their beans. I came with my friend a month ago, and we've been coming every Monday for lunch since! I get the chicken burrito and it is 10/10. I love the salsa bar. My friend gets the steak plate and it is so much food for a good price. read more