# El Calamar

> Mexican restaurant with handmade tortillas and live cumbia music creates a family-friendly atmosphere that is quiet yet lively. The space feels dark and a bit cold, with music volume that can limit conversation. Free chips and salsa add to the experience, highlighting authentic flavors.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ElCalamar

- Address: 315 W 17th St, Santa Ana, California, United States
- Phone: +17148844510
- Website: https://elcalamarsa.com/
- Google rating: 4 (981 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Salsa — 7.1/10
- Food — 7/10

## What people say

- "The food here is amazing and always fresh."
- "The salsa here is so tasty and full of flavor."

## Good to know

- Karaoke performances happen every Friday night starting at 9pm.
- Expect higher prices, especially for seafood dishes.
- Reservations are recommended on weekends due to limited seating.
- The restaurant has a no-tip policy, which may surprise some guests.
- Parking is available nearby, but can be limited during peak hours.

## Get this data directly

This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more
than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real
reviewers say, with the statements behind every score.

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