What a magnificent restaurant in the heart of Costa Mesa! Plenty of parking spot and easy to spot on 17th street! Place is super chill and open format and I opt for the outdoor seating since inside seating can get Loud with a large table. We were greeted by super upbeat staff and just felt their energy was put into the food and drinks! We had the carpaccio, the octopus ceviche (onion rings were super crisp!) and the seafood paella. My friend wanted more seasoning which the staff gave us more pepper. I like the way the paella tastes and was able to have the jumbo shrimp with the juice on the side. Overall will definitely come back again and ran into other fellow foodies there so we know this is the place to be! read more

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Just. The. Best. Restaurant. Everrrrrr. The food is amazing. The wine selection is amazing. The people are amazing. I would best describe it as upscale Mexican-inspired food, with a relaxed, friendly, chill atmosphere, and super cool and eclectic decor. Everything on the menu is delicious, but I especially love the lump crab squash blossoms and the ceviche tostada. We love it here. read more

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So good! From the food, service and DJ Love spinning on the weekend? What more do you want? read more

A small unassuming front with a great smallish restaurant inside. The food was amazing, and the service was amazing. They have healthy food here, and everything was delicious. read more

We came here recently for a client lunch and I honestly couldn't decide what to order - everything sounded so good. We ended up starting with the hummus. It was delicious and VERY garlicky, almost reminiscent of toum. The 3 of us ate it all up! For my entree, I ordered the Yucatan pulled pork on tamal. I love tamales so my biggest fear is a dry one but this one was delicious. The pulled pork went perfectly on top, I wished there was more of it! The place is tiny with just a couple tables inside so we got ourselves a nice outside table. The server checked in on us to make sure we weren't missing anything. Unfortunately, we forced him to come back a few extra times because we were busy catching up and hadn't look at the menu. Nevertheless he was very nice and understanding which we totally appreciated. Definitely some place I hope to come back to again with my husband. Check it out! read more

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Another wonderful visit at this adorable restaurant. This time we had the pleasure of Robert serving us, and from start to finish he made sure we were well taken care of. We've been coming here for quite some time now, and the consistency of the service is simply unmatched. They may be a small space, but the love and passion they pour into what they do reflects not only in the food, but in how they treat every single person who walks through their doors. Robert really owned the floor, warm, attentive, and so knowledgeable, especially when it came to wine. My boyfriend knows quite a bit about wine and he was genuinely impressed by the depth and passion Robert shared. It's rare to find that kind of hospitality paired with real expertise. What we ordered: Spanish Octopus Ceviche Tostada - This is a must every time we come. No words. Just order it and thank me later. Ratatouille Chile Relleno - Absolutely loaded and HUGE. I had maybe three bites and had to box it. Still excellent the next day! Yucatan Style Pork on Banana Leaf Black Bean Tamal - Not my order but my friend really enjoyed it. Lamb Shank Special - My boyfriend's dish and he loved it. He did say it would've been even better with guacamole and tortillas, but still a standout. Chimichurri & Artichoke Hummus - Courtesy of Robert, and we're still talking about it. So, so good. Flan - The perfect dessert. Not overly sweet, just silky, light, and the ideal finish to the meal. Another unforgettable visit. We even told Robert to keep us in the loop for their next food + wine pairing event in December! If you want food made with heart, flavors that make you pause, and service that genuinely makes you feel welcomed, please come here. Consistently one of our favorites! read more

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White peach sangria was great! Server was so nice and the place is adorable! We were the first customers in today, all the pictures on yelp brought us in, but the breakfast burrito we got today was soaked in grease, the tortilla was so soggy and soft, hardly any egg in the burrito, just minced up soft cooked meat with guacamole. For sure not what we expected. Was super rough. read more

Alejandro, 1 of the 3 muchachos, was our server. He recommended a wine to pair with our food. It was a great choice. He was informative, attentive, and very friendly. We sat on the shaded patio and ordered chilaquiles, a breakfast burrito, and eggs Benedict. All the dishes were inventive and delicious. The ambiance was chill. Understated elegance in a casual setting. We could not figure out why there weren't more diners in the restaurant. If you're in the neighborhood, please give this restaurant a try. read more

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We've been to Tres Muchachos several times with my son and daughter-in-law and always enjoyed the hospitality, service, ambiance, and the food is delicious! I've had the Tuna Melt, Fish & Chips, and the Muffuletta... wonderful. My wife usually has the hummus or a salad and she has always been happy! This is a little hidden gem in the heart of Costa Mesa. If you're hungry for some excellent food and outstanding service, give TM a try! read more

The service was outstanding and the atmosphere was great. This place will surprise you, the drinks were good and there's many options, cocktails , wine , beer. They have a cute set up for brunch! read more

Tres Muchachos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

One of my favorite restaurants in Orange County. This food is TO DIE FOR. I usually eat the steak bavette tacos that come topped with chimichurri and chorizo...I upgrade my side to rice and beans and always have to get a side of their homemade habenero salsa. You have to experience this for yourself. The ambiance feels European and the service is excellent! This tops Javier's any day. If you're looking for a casual fine dining experience with AMAZING FOOD AMAZING SERVICE + thoughtfully currated wine Tres Muchachos is for you! I recommend to everyone read more

Tres Muchachos - Grilled Shrimp Tacos add chorizo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Came here on a Thursday night and the place was packed. There's ample parking, bar seating, small tables inside and an outdoor patio with larger tables. We ordered the pork belly tacos and the breakfast burrito. They made a cheese quesadilla with fries for our daughter. Food was excellent, service was friendly and ambiance was cute! Can't wait to go back and try other things... though the pork belly tacos were SO delicious, I don't think we can return and not order those! read more

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The place is unique with character. Various decor on the wall, a bar, and a DJ set up. It's a bit cramped inside, but adequate. They also have a good size covered patio for seating. We visited on a Sunday morning for breakfast. It wasn't packed at all. Service was decent although our server was abrupt and not as friendly with our group as he was with the "regulars" he was attending to, he was professional. I say regulars because the few patrons that walked in and greeted with smiles and a friendly, how have you been was not the same greeting we received. The food was good, a bit overpriced for the portion size but I understand everything has increased. The menu selections for breakfast were slim but adequate. Good selections for spirits. read more

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Great spot for brunch!! I'd like to come when they have live music too!! Service was top tier!! 10/10!! The food was great too! Especially the onion rings! Very savory and crispy!! I got the BLTA, that was a 10/10. My boyfriend got the huevos rancheros and he liked it all, just the chorizo was a little too spicy for him. I wanted something nonalcoholic so I was offered a lemonade, I usually am very picky because I do not like the fountain lemonade but our server told me it was freshly squeezed. I tried it and loved it! I had to get another one to go!! I highly recommend this spot!!! read more

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They have WHITE SPANISH ANCHOVY bruschetta. Just like the kind in Spain. It was layered with diced tomatoes, olive oil and herbs. So yummy! We had the muchachos salad with barramundi and the shrimp tacos. The barramundi was huge! Spiced with savory coating and grilled. Huge side salad with a citrus dressing. Delicious! The 2 tacos had 16/20 size shrimp, 4 each taco with a mound of guacamole and cojito cheese placed inside a blue corn tortilla. Mixed green salad on the side. My favorite would have to be the barramundi fish. It was so flavorful and tender. I can definitely taste the quality in the food. Excellent service. Very friendly. Hint: they will let you customize tacos and get 2 different tacos in a dish or do à la carte. DJ on Friday nights and big outdoor patio. Dog friendly! read more

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My boyfriend & I tried this cute spot today for lunch and fell in love. They make great gauc and even better juevos rancheros! 10/10 service was awesome I accidentally ordered meat and they redid my dish. Nice vibe and cute decor.. read more

Great service, and wonderful food!! Definitely recommend coming here you will be happy

Tres Muchachos Wine Bar & Kitchen is a hidden gem on 17th St featuring mouth watering tapas and wine tasting in a cozy, hip and eclectic atmosphere. Small and family owned, it features unique and bold Mexican and Spanish tapas, a great variety of wines to choose from, and absolutely outstanding service. The Tres Veggie Tempura is unlike anything I've ever tried. Crispy zucchini with summer squash, eggplant and queso cotija was surprisingly good. Pairing it with a Schlumburger Brut sparkling wine from Austria was perfect. The Spanish Octopus Ceviche Tostada paired with a French Leoubre Rose was delightful. Then we had Yucatán Style Pork Tacos marinated in achiote and yellow manzana peppers, paired with a Lambrusco...fantastic. But nothing prepared me for the delectable Braised Denver Steak marinated in red wine! Reminiscent of a tender slow cooked short rib, this meat was complete with a creamy saffron risotto that transports you straight to Spain. The portion is less tapas and more main course so pace yourself accordingly . We finished dinner with a Belgian Chocolate Mousse with Berry Coulis that capped a beautiful evening, with a DJ spinning Santana classics in the background. Perfect evening all around. Great for date night too. Definitely a must try! read more

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The food was delicious! We were visiting from out of town and this restaurant had so many 5 start reviews and they are definitely deserved! We enjoyed the ciopino, shrimp tacos, branzino and a delicious appetizer dip. We will definitely come back when we are in town! The staff were lovely too, it's a family run restaurant. read more

This review is long overdue. I first visited because of seeing they offered breakfast all day. Showing up on a Friday night, we were a little overwhelmed, but the server was so down to earth, informative, and inviting, we settled in. We loved the quality of the food, the service, and the background of how the restaurant began so much, we returned for a birthday dinner, which did not disappoint! Thank you so much for taking care of us! We can't wait to return and try the specials of the day! Oh I have to mention, that was some of the best hummus, and thee absolute flan, I've ever had in my entire life. Like flourless chocolate cake flan, and I don't even usually like flan lol read more

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Stopped by here during my lunch at work. It's a quaint sports bar type mexican restaurant with seating both indoors and outdoors. The paella was delish here as well as the cerviche and yucatan style pork! Every dish was packed with so many different flavors! The environment was also both cozy and lively.. the server was also very attentive and personable. I had a great experience here. :) parking is a bit difficult but it's worth the struggle to dine here. read more

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Delicious! Great service. Had the Chilaquiles. Fresh food and cool place to have a meal. Highly recommend.

Amazing spot! We came for a quick date to celebrate a delayed Valentine's Day and it was such a wonderful experience. Parking was abundant and we had a private restaurant on a Friday morning at 11am. The decor was whimsical and fun, felt like we were on vacation! The family owned service was great- they all had very honest recommendations and it was 3 brothers and their mom in the kitchen. I loved the family feel of it all! So now the food: it was vibrant and unique. Each dish was stronger than the next. We started with a complimentary hummus with chimichurri and it may have been the best hummus I've ever had. We shared a soup (no name because mama made it as a special for the week). It was hearty, warm and packed with flavors of meat and vegetables. Then we had chilaquiles- bean were excellent. The vanilla latte was A+ also. We ended with the churros - which honestly was a miss for us. We will come back for other options later! I've already shared this spot with my friends and look forward to returning many times! read more

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I was treated yesterday evening to a wonderful culinary experience that I did not expect from what appeared to be a strip ball restaurant. The owner of the managers staff were incredibly welcoming and the food that they served how they plated it, and the deliciousness of every morsel has gotten me so excited that I want to come back. Yes, they have a great selection of wines, but not the wines that you'll find in a fancy steakhouse, but truly delicious blends in unique non-Napa Valley wines everything right down to their fantastic display of desserts, which included a cheesecake Lambay, tiramisu and churros with an amazing sauce and ice cream, just blew me away! I can't give these folks a higher rate than five, but they deserve a six for sure. read more

One of our favorite local restaurants! Best Chiles Rellenos and Mufflata sandwich we have found in town. We also love their homemade citrus salad dressing. This family run business is wonderful and I wanted to share with others. read more

I could've eaten anything on the menu. It was that appetizing and presented well. I got the chili relleno, shrimp and chorizo protein. Mother got the chicken tacos. Father got the fish n chips. Awesome! Watched the opening World Cup game and was laid out perfectly in a mild section of the lot. Cool staff. Will be back with my family soon. read more

One word: Unreal!!! First, this is kinda a hidden gem. Although, we had seen it several times before but just figured it was a regular mexican restaurant and nothing special. Well, how wrong were we? This is not just a restaurant, but also a wine bar with an extensive list; of course I had to partake! I had a glass of goodness. Hubby had 2 beers and sis had a sparkling water. As for food; it was not what we expected from a restaurant called Tres Muchachos where I thought I'd have the typical, greeted with chips, salsa and a menu of taco, enchilada, rice and bean combos. Nope! This is carefully, curated gourmet menu. I opted for the crab stuffed squash blossoms. I had never heard of the before. They were delicious; a shareable starter, but I ate them all! And I had the mini tostadas. Yum! Hubs had the streak and chorizo tacos which oddly enough, come with a side of fries, but wow, sooooo yummy! Sis got a combo of a steak taco and a pork belly taco, also with the side of fries. Again, soooo good! We were full, but not stuffed. The service was fantastic. Ambience: I would have felt equally comfortable in a cocktail dress as I was in my t-shirt and jeans. You can dress up or dress down. I wouldn't say tank top and flip flops; but certainly you can "dress" for a nice occasion or merely come after or (or Pilates) like I did! Price: a tad pricey; but worth it. Average price per dish was $35. Price with 20ish% tip for 3 people was $195. Keep in mind, hubby had 2 beers and my glass of wine was $18. And tax. So, there you have it. 10 outta 10. Go! read more

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Had a wonderful experience here and will be back! Food and drink were excellent (5/5). The ceviche was delicious and fresh, and it nicely contrasted the fish and chips my friend and I ordered. Good sizable portions. Small but doable selection for draft beers, wine is definitely the pick here. Exceptional service (5/5). Friendly and attentive staff who were keen to help me find a drink to enjoy the rest of the evening, and they accommodated the fact that my friend and I were planning to share the main dish and split it into two plates for us before serving. Small, hip, intimate venue (4.5/5). Low-lit and with outdoor seating and open kitchen. I enjoyed the live DJ on a Saturday evening and the bar seating. I had no issue, but I can anticipate overall volume between the music and kitchen to be something others may have issue with if going for something more intimate. read more

Tres Muchachos - Ceviche - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Had the chilaquiles and huevos rancheros. Completely blown away. If you've tried to find good chilaquiles in LA/OC, you know it's hard and usually a hit or miss. With the sauce tasting like "de lata". These will not disappoint. The ambiance when you walk in is classic indie rock.. the cures, smiths, etc. that just add to the vibe. 10/10 would recommend read more

Love the friendly, welcoming, chill vibe from the moment I entered. Eclectic cute decor, old school rock and surf tunes in the background set the scene. All staff were smiley and helpful. I observed that cleanliness is high priority at Tres Muchachos. The hibiscus sangria was refreshing, flavorful and huge! The Panko fish taco boasts super crispy edges and has tropical undertones to it while the chile relleno is a melding of farmers' market freshness under a cheesy blanket. All were delicious and my favorite was the perfectly cooked fluffy rice topped with a homemade chili oil and micro greens. The brothers took the time to share the backstory of this family owned gem. I only wish I lived closer to this spot so I could be a regular here. Two thumbs WAY UP a Los Tres Hermanos! (Y su familia!) Felicidades! read more

Tres Muchachos - This Hibiscus Sangria is so delicious and refreshing on a 100 degree day! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The food was amazing! We were so spoiled that I have no idea what to eat in North OC. I wish they would open more locations or I would have to drive 45 minutes each time I want to be spoiled by a restaurant meal. The service was out of this world amazing! We took our dog and sat outside. The ambience was calm and relaxing. We ate artichoke hummus, octopus ceviche, ahi carpaccio, shrimp tacos and porchetta sandwich. read more

Loved the lump crab and calamari. The Tempranillo was smoky and delightful. The sangria wasn't overly sweet. Great service. Fun atmosphere.

A surprise find. My daughter and I visited the establishment after Pilates class. We ordered a glass of wine and a burrata dish. They were out of the wine we ordered and upgraded us and made it more than right. We will definitely be back. read more

Giving this place 5 stars because the food was really good ! had a tuna melt sandwich which was honestly a 10/10 with the fries . Service was quick and the vibe was nice . Would come back for the food but sad there wasn't any tequila cocktails. read more

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Service was so good! We will be back. What a special place. The burrito was tasty and so was the peach sangria. read more

Tres Muchachos - Peach sangria - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

My friend had her birthday brunch here on 6/23. I had briefly looked at the menu & reviews of this location before eating here & it looked promising. They are located in a strip mall area on 17th, in the same center as Shake Shack. The restaurant is teeny tiny. The outdoor area where we all sat accommodated our party of 14. It is the beginning of summer & even in Costa Mesa it was about 80 degrees outside. Even though the outdoor area is shaded, it would have been nice to have some outdoor fans to circulate some air. The menu has a variety of items to choose from, lot of brunch items as well as seafood. Their beverage menu was extremely disappointing, they had a variety of beer & wine but maybe 4 cocktails. It would have been nice for even a basic margarita? My husband got the breakfast burrito & I got the pork belly tacos. For the price of the dishes I really was expecting quality, flavorful & a presentable dish. The food was mid at best. The fries were cold & the pork belly was extremely greasy. When we went to pay inside the heat was unbearable. Like I said, it's a small space, so the kitchen is adding heat to the restaurant. I don't know how anyone would be able to sit inside comfortably to eat. I think this place is too casual for the type of menu they have. I was totally expecting elevated dining & the 4.8 Yelp score is deceiving. On the plus side the music they had playing outside was a 10/10. Everything else was just overpriced & underwhelming. read more

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What an amazing experience! From walking in and getting greeted immediately the owner, Roberto was very friendly and very helpful with the menu. I can't believe it's taking me four years to come check the spot out, but I will definitely back to this hidden gem. Everything on the mini looks absolutely amazing and delicious. I ended up ordering the chef's tuna melt with french fries and this was by far with the best tuna sandwiches I have ever had. I just found out they do some live music on Friday nights and Saturday sometimes so I will definitely be back to have one of my favorite meals that they make seafood paella. Thank you for all your hospitality Roberto and keep up the great work your food is absolutely delicious! read more

Tres Muchachos - Chef's Tuna Melt - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Hidden gem in Costa Mesa. If you are craving elevated brunch, tacos or just a nice drink this is your spot. They are located on 17th street near the new shake shack. Ample parking in front and back. There is outdoor seating and you can bring your dogs on the patio. The fish ceviche was so fresh and so much fish. On a tostada with avocado, it had all the right flavors and a little kick with the sauce. Shrimp taco had large grilled shrimp on a blue corn tortilla that was delicious. My favorite dish here hands down was the fish sandwich. It was the best fish sandwich I have ever had. The sauce, fish was perfectly battered and the bread it was on, just literally so good. Do it try it if you like fish sandwiches They have a great selection of wines and beer. Alejandro was super welcoming and we really enjoyed the food and ambiance. We will be back to try more ! read more

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Very attentive service and thorough with their explanation of the menu. Very lax atmosphere, good for a long dining experience - but not ideal if you like fast paced service. Complimentary birthday dessert is a solid tiramisu. (4/5) The fried calamari is great - lightly battered fresh squid with a shattering crisp, salty goodness, and satisfying chew without being tough. (5/5) The celery in the octopus ceviche tostada was a strange combination for me and the tostada was a bit stale, but the octopus was very tender. (3/5) The deconstructed tamal is a nice take that has my ideal ratio of filling to masa and introduces a crispness that prevents the masa from being stodgy. The flavor and texture of the meat is just ok, slightly on the dry side. But the grilled vegetables I subbed for the rice were good, crisp-tender with a nice garlic rosemary seasoning. (3.5/5) read more

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I love this place! The food is so so delicious. I always get ceviche tostada, tacos: pork belly, fish and shrimp. To me it's the most delicious Mexican food in OC. Every time I am in OC, I make sure I eat there. Ten stars if I could! And the service is great as well! It's a win win read more