Tepeques Mexican Food

We've come to La Popular several times now for happy hour and Taco Tuesdays, and we've really…read moreenjoyed it! My favorite is the ribeye and corn tacos, they're so flavorful. The Queso Fundido with chorizo is also one of the best! The live band entertainment on Tuesdays changes weekly, which keeps things fun and exciting. Unfortunately, there wasn't a band last Tuesday, but these things happen. Taco Tuesdays can get crowded very quickly, so I definitely recommend making reservations, especially for parties of four or more. Indoor seating fills up fast, and you may be left with outdoor seating. During hot weather, the patio can feel quite humid, and the outdoor chairs can become uncomfortable after sitting for a while. Service is decent and about what you'd expect when the restaurant is busy. Overall, we enjoy coming here with friends for the food, happy hour, and lively atmosphere.

Very hip and modern place to grab a bite in Claremont. For a 6pm dinner the wait was starting …read more They have a nice cocktail menu and do have happy hour specials at certain times . The service was attentive, recieved recommendations and the communication between lunch break/shift change was great . Went with the Baja shrimp tacos that were lightly fried but grilled is also an option . The Chipotle sauce was good, and the size of the tacos were filling with 3 . They also have an outdoor patio for seating which on cooler evenings look appealing. The crowd is a nice mix of college, families and people looking to have a nice evening . Would recommend it to someone wanting to try a new place .

Embers in Paradise cocktail

Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Tacos

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Ceviche, Ahi Tuna Tostadas

Elvira's Finest Foods of Mexico

4.1(1.7k reviews)

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Delicious chips and salsa! Elvira's was able to seat a…read moreparty of 8 on a Friday night in 35-40 minutes and it was definitely worth the wait! I loved the Watermelon Margarita and chicken enchiladas! This place is perfect for celebrating a birthday or just getting your craving in!

We absolutely love this place and decided to come for our anniversary. I'll preface this by saying…read morethe food taste was amazing, like always. But some shady charges or maybe we'll call it miscommunication just rubbed me the wrong way. I always order the mole chicken enchiladas and my wife (being vegetarian) asks for the same dish but if the enchiladas can be vegetable or cheese. Apparently this means a 8$ up charge? We've done this many times in the past and always been charged the same price for both. I asked the server at the end "the veggie version is 8$ more expensive than chicken?" And he just shrugged and said yes. Just found it interesting that a meat dish would be 8$ less than a purely cheese/veggie dish. Especially since done this in the past with no issue. I also asked for "hot sauce" for my dish. They brought out a spicier house salsa as the hot sauce...totally understandable and the salsa here is usually free. Apparently it's a 4$ "chipotle sauce" that the waiter did not inform me would be charged. I would've easily just said I want tapatio or no "hot sauce". I used maybe a teaspoon for 4$. I told the waiter this when we questioned the bill and he just shrugged. These may seem like small inconveniences but when they seem like they intentionally don't tell you the details and then when called out about it just kinda shrug it off, it was a disappointing end to an otherwise tasty dinner. We love it here and will certainly be back but it just sucks that I have to be extra cautious & skeptical when ordering from now on.

Inside dining

Steak and chicken fajitas

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Entrance

Mozwell Claremont

4.3(453 reviews)

2.3 mi

Minority-owned & operated

Outdoor seating

Love this place. I mean love. Went when a FIFA game was on. People were full of joy and energy. The…read morelocally working staff that are at other restaurants come here to eat.... What does that tell you? The feeling in the place is CHILL OUT. Empanadas were amazing!!!!

With limited options, this was a great bar find in Claremont! Huge cocktail list and everything we…read moreordered was better than expected. The vibes can go either way - when we got there it was bustling but leaning more towards a sit down bar / restaurant. There was good music playing and actually Stuart little silently playing on the large screen through the projector lol. After some time some people were dancing at some point too! Overall it was a fun place to gather!

Blackened Shrimp Tacos

Mozwell Old Fashioned.

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Mago Pisco Sour on our Patio at Mozwell Claremont

Espiau's

2.9(758 reviews)

2.2 mi

Cute little place in the Claremont village with outdoor dining. The service was great- friendly and…read moreattentive without hovering. The food is above average with a large selection but it is on the pricier side. For the prices they charge, I would expect fancier food. We left with full bellies and light wallets.

So my college roommate is traveling through Claremont on her way to Fontana, and she wants to grab…read morea beer at this place. The place is overstaffed to be sure because three different waitresses ask to take our order. Finally, I relent and order a taco with beans and rice on the side. I order something on tap (Cali Squeeze) The taco is dry, cold and a little gross. I leave most of it for the trash. The waitress insists that I'll like the beer. That's the word "insists." Finally, we are ready to leave. The waitress squeals, "Didn't you just love it." I say, "It was fine." "But didn't you just love it," she insists. I finally say, "It was 32 ounces and $17.50 of mediocre. So I'm going with mediocre and too expensive." I tell my friend, next time we'll buy a six pack and drink it in the parking lot, after getting much better Tacos from a fast food joint.

Chips and salsa

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Grande Tostada with beans, ground beef, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, guacamole and lots of cheese

El Ranchero Mexican Food and Margaritas

3.8(675 reviews)

3.4 mi

Had a retirement party in the banquet room with a mix of adults and kids. Our waiter was amazing!…read moreThe service was great. Room was clean. Everyone seemed to like the food. The staff didn't seem to mind the chaos of the kids, which was great & very much appreciated. The staff at the end was very helpful and kind.

This place used to be great 20 years ago. Very…read moredisappointing! The food was awful! How can you screw up a quesadilla? The guacamole was terrible. Will never order again.

Mixed Fajitas

Mazatlán Shrimp Entree

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Tampico Enchiladas

Sancho’s Tacos

3.9(192 reviews)

2.2 mi

Came in on a Saturday evening. It was very busy but our server Karina made sure to take care of us…read moreand was very attentive. Thank you!

I have been to Sancho's Tacos in San Clemente a hundred times and I was hoping this location would…read morebe the same. I just felt like the food didn't have as much love in comparison to our visits at the OC location. Our waitress seemed not thrilled to serve us, but a young man who helped us as well was very nice. Typically I love the flaco taco with artichoke and avocado, but on this visit the avocado was very hard and the artichoke was not cooked very much.

Bar area

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Left side of the Bar

Juanchos Authentic Mexican Restaurant

3.8(944 reviews)

1.8 mi

amazing food above expecting service…read morechilled atmosphere. Additionally Menudo VERY good, clean and plentiful!!

Unique roasted pepper salsa and chips & Caldo de reis with a side of rice is the combo I go to…read moreenjoy that reminds me of home cooking my favorites. Although I like the traditional Taco Tuesday as well, something college town always offer, and this restaurant is just around the corner from the group of Claremont Colleges. Service always attentive and informative, when I asked about the unique flavor of the salsa he explained how the peppers were roasted and salsa was made in-house.

Fresh guac

Vanilla filled churros with ice cream. Made my meal!

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Carne asada street tacos - Tasteless meat. Super meh.

Elvira's Mexican Grill

4.3(1.8k reviews)

3.4 mi

I've always loved Elvira's and I've never ordered anything I haven't enjoyed. It's not a big…read morerestaurant but service is friendly. Stopped in while in town for a quick visit, and left full! Salsa is yummy. They don't have a bar like the other location so you can't order a Cadillac margarita. My Elvira's grilled chicken salad was good and yummy like I remembered.

Elvira's Mexican Grill has a really cool lively atmosphere that makes it a fun place to hang out…read morewith friends and family. The decor is vibrant, the music adds to the energy, and the overall vibe is welcoming and enjoyable. The standout for me was the chicken burrito special--it was huge and packed with flavorful ingredients. You definitely get your money's worth! The fresh guacamole was another highlight. It tasted freshly made, with just the right balance of avocado, lime, and seasoning. The food was delicious overall, but the pickup service was a little slower than expected during my visit when it was crowded, which is why I'm giving it four stars instead of five. Even so, I'd happily come back for the giant burritos and fresh guac. If you're craving satisfying Mexican food in a fun setting, this place is definitely worth checking out.

Decor is nice and this restaurant is clean and well cared for.

Delicious Ffesh guacamole customized to your taste!

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Finished this margarita with no problemo!

Casa Maguey

Excellent for brunch! Great service and delicious food. Friendly staff and a great variety of…read moreofferings. I would definitely recommend for brunch! Our server Gabriel was very friendly and helpful. He is definitely an asset to the success of the restaurant.

Never going back do yourself a favor if you want Moriscos go to a real Mexican restaurant or a…read morePeruvian restaurant. The first time a made reservation for brunch the place canceled my reservation because of plumbing issues. After a couple of months I finally got to thinking I'm going enjoy my dinner. Just to be completely dissatisfied. Not for me or maybe I just didn't have a good experience.

House specialty margarita. Like a Cadillac Marg

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Unlimited Mimosas & Amazing Brunch

Fonda Don Chon

4.3(3.1k reviews)

11.4 mi

Fonda Don Chon is an authentic Mexican restaurant located in Shopper Ln. In Covina near the…read moredowntown. Parking lot across the restaurant. You can park in the additional parking spots all around Shopper Ln. I have been a customer for many years and tried many delicious dishes. They serve a traditional Mexican open buffet at certain times. The waiting line is expected, but don't feel discouraged because it moves fast. The decor is vibrant enriched with colorful murals. The staff are very welcoming and genuinely warm. The restaurant has cozy and inviting ambience. Outdoor and indoor seating are available. I placed an online order for pickup. It was fast and convenient since I had friends coming for dinner. I ordered the following: - Burrito Panchon 5/5 Stuffed with carnita, beans and rice, served with cream, beans and guacamole. Huge portion! You can choose your protein. - Fajitas Cielo Mar Y Tierra 5/5 Marinated beef, shrimp, chicken. It served with sauteed bell peppers tomatoes and onions, rice, guacamole, beans and pico de gallo. It was smoky, savory and flavorful. - Vegetarian Enchiladas 5/5 Corn tortillas stuffed with bell pepper, corn, onion, carrot, cilantro, squash, and topped with a combination of cream and jack cheese. The portion was enormous. It was a very flavorful and savory. - Carna Asada 5/5 Flap meat marinated with homemade adobo. It served with pico de gallo, rice & guacamole. The meat was juicy and tender. It was such a delicious dish. - Empanadas 5/5 I chose chicken empanadas. It served with salad. The empanadas was crispy from outside and very flavorful. - Ensalada de Nopales 5/5 Diced cactus mixed with tomatoes, onion, lime, and cilantro. - Taquitos 5/5 It was crispy from outside with savory and juicy filling. - Taco de Cameron , taco de Pescado & taco de Birria 5/5 They were savory, juicy and delicious. - Beans 5/5 Topped with melted cheese, really delicious - Large Bionico Bowl 5/5 Fresh fruits like topped strawberries, mango, cantaloupe, banana, papaya, blueberries, apples, pineapple topped with granola and shaved coconut. It was rich, creamy. The fruits were fresh and sweet. It was heavenly! Every box was wrapped with layers of plastic wrap perfectly. I got a bag full of different types of salsa with my order and another bag with tortilla chips. The food portions were very generous. Every dish reflected authenticity and deliciousness. Fonda Don Chon has high quality, flavorful and delicious food. It is my FAVORITE MEXICAN RESTAURANT.

Went for a Sunday buffet. Be prepared to wait. We bought some fruit juice prepared next door at…read moretheir Togo section. I had the watermelon which was refreshing considering the hot afternoon. The inside was cozy with painted walls. Their selection were varied but limited seafood. Their shrimp dishes were okay verging on the chewy side as they were sitting there. The carnitas was very flavorful and so was the beef stew. You could get as much guacamole as you want. Their cake was awful, very grainy. I replenished my watermelon drink with more watermelon. The servers were very friendly and attentive.

Buffet area.

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Arturo S.

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10 years ago

Great food i highly recommend the Tacos de pollo and the Morisqueta, best tacos asad n adobada so good I've had i drive from azusa to have lunch or dinner when ever i can. recommend the prices are really good for the amount of food served. best restaurant mexican restaruant I've been to. read more

Elisa M.

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7 years ago

Dice un horario que se sierra a las 9 y llegue a 7 y ya estaba cerrado y lo peor que voy desde una hora de camino mi primera vez que quería probar la comida no regreso!! Y esto que me lo recomendó el dueño!! read more

Alma H.

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3

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13 years ago

Do not let the outside fool you, this is entirely different than you imagine inside. Fresh and traditional Mexican food. The food is on point. It is very traditional. I will definitely be coming here again. read more

Hilda C.

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9 years ago

Love their food very good customer service nice a clean place to eat there or on the go

Tepeques F.

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13 years ago

I love there Birria its so soft ! mmm

Tom R.

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12 years ago

Muy buena comida estilo tepeque

Tepeques Mexican Food - mexican - Updated September 2026

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