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Mexican restaurant

Modern space offers laid-back atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. Fish tacos shine with fresh, charbroiled fish and enchiladas come with tasty green or red sauce. Salsa bar stands out for varied fresh options like serrano peppers and juicy limes.

Fish tacos feature fresh, charbroiled or beer-battered fish with great flavor. Enchiladas come with green or red sauce and offer good value compared to fancier spots. A loaded salsa bar includes cilantro, limes, homemade salsas, and marinated onions.

People are saying

"I loved the salsa bar with its great variety and fresh pico."

"I found the fish tacos outstanding."

"I found the fish tacos outstanding and crispy."

Good to know

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Expect to pay around $15 for a meal, including tip.

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Reservations are not accepted; arrive early to avoid long wait times.

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Parking can be tight due to small spots available.

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Mexican restaurant shines with three-dollar tacos and vibrant colorful design. Enjoy live music on the lively patio while sipping Cadillac margaritas. Perfect for casual dining and celebrations with tasty carnitas and flautas.

Offers three-dollar tacos on Taco Tuesday with carnitas street tacos and flautas that stand out. Margaritas like the Cadillac and coconut versions pair well with dishes like huevos rancheros and posole.

People are saying

"I found the Mexican food here to be really, really good."

"The outdoor seating area was very pleasant and terrific."

"The live music here is always good."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday offers $3 tacos, but only fried options are available.

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Happy hour runs weekdays from 3 to 6 PM with discounted snacks and drinks.

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Live music happens every Thursday after 5 PM, creating a lively atmosphere.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant serves tender birria tacos and carne asada nachos in a clean, relaxed space with contemporary glass plates. Busy at breakfast and lunch, it offers comfortable seating and fresh, flavorful dishes like chorizo burritos and Micheladas.

Tender birria tacos come with a spicy kick, while the carne asada nachos and chorizo breakfast burrito offer bold, satisfying flavors. Tortas feature a cabbage mix for texture and come big and tasty, with complimentary warm chips and salsa that have a perfect spice level.

People are saying

"I was pleasantly surprised by the awesome wet burritos."

"The salsa here is delicious with the perfect spice level."

"The breakfast burrito here is out of this world."

Good to know

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The restaurant can get very busy during breakfast and lunch.

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The menu offers a variety of specialty dishes.

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The restaurant is about 90 minutes from Laguna over the mountain.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot offers authentic street tacos and fresh dishes like fish and pozole. Cozy indoor seating and a dog-friendly porch create a welcoming vibe. Family-style service makes it feel like home.

Fresh, clean tasting dishes include fish, soup, and tacos. The menu features authentic Mexican staples like bean and cheese burritos, torta de asada, chili rellenos, street tacos, wet burritos, enchiladas, and pozole.

People are saying

"The food here is really tasty and delicious."

"I found authentic Mexican food that was really tasty here."

"I found authentic, quality Mexican food here."

Good to know

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The prices at La Rana are reasonable, but extra charges apply for beer and michilada cups.

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There is plenty of parking available nearby.

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Paying in cash avoids extra charges associated with card payments.

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Mexican restaurant

Open 24 hours with a self-serve salsa bar, this spot offers authentic Mexican food featuring juicy carne asada and big burritos. Casual vibe and generous portions make it great for quick bites or takeout.

Juicy, well-seasoned carne asada and big, flavorful burritos like carnitas and chorizo stand out here. The food stays consistent with traditional Mexican flavors and a salsa bar featuring a notable green sauce.

People are saying

"The Mexican Food portions here are huge, especially the burritos."

"The salsas here are all good and full of authentic Mexican flavor."

"This is a solid late-night spot for huge burritos."

Good to know

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Adolfo's Mexican Food is open 24/7, making it unbeatable for late-night cravings.

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Prices for combo meals can reach up to $23.75, with large drinks included.

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The restaurant offers generous portion sizes at affordable prices.

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Grocery store

Market blends Latin American groceries with a lively food court serving lamb birria gordita and rich menudo soup. Tight space fills with energy from a bar showing soccer games. Authentic products from many countries make it a unique spot for Mexican food lovers.

Sopes and a lamb birria gordita on fresh dough stand out here, offering options most taco spots skip. Menudo soup and beef broth taste very rich, and a single taco often satisfies hunger.

People are saying

"I found amazing Latin American food and groceries here."

"I love their flavorful pastor and chicharrรณn Mexican food."

"This grocery store has an excellent selection of Latin American items."

Good to know

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They offer money transfer services in addition to groceries.

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Expect a limited selection of fresh vegetables and fruits.

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Prices are generally reasonable compared to other local markets.

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Donut shop shines with freshly baked goods and a sweet aroma that fills the air. Mexican breakfast burritos are small and pricey, using packaged bacon. Overall, expect bold flavors and a higher price point for quality and variety.

Breakfast burritos feature small portions and use packaged bacon. Prices run high, with six donuts and two burritos costing just under $50.

People are saying

"I loved the spicy jalapeรฑo bagel with avocado and cream cheese."

"The breakfast donuts here are amazing."

"I loved the breakfast burritos; they were great."

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The price of 5 doughnut holes is $1.75.

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Krazy Eddy's Donut Shop offers breakfast sandwiches and donuts.

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They were out of regular milk during my visit.

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Rodrigoโ€™s Mexican Grill - Laguna Hills image 1

Mexican restaurant offers Americanized Mexican dishes like burritos ranchero and pork tacos with fresh salsa. Old school cool decor and colorful flowers create a lively, warm vibe. Weekend live music adds to the welcoming atmosphere despite dim lighting.

Americanized Mexican dishes come out well prepared with consistently good flavors. Burritos ranchero, Chile Relleno, and pork tacos stand out alongside fresh, mild salsa and excellent margaritas.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the delicious and satisfying Mexican food here."

"The lunch specials here are a great deal and delicious."

"I thought the chicken and shrimp fajitas were a must-try."

Good to know

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Rodrigo's lunch menu starts at 11 a.m.

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The restaurant offers a lunch special for $9.52 during their anniversary.

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House margaritas are available for $6 during happy hour.

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Fast food restaurant

Fast food spot shines with fresh, crispy ingredients and an immaculate environment. Tacos here are high quality, beating typical Mexican fast food. Smooth drive-through experience makes ordering easy and quick.

High quality tacos stand out here, surpassing typical fast food Mexican options. The cheesy jalapeรฑo Mexican pizza offers more quality than expected, and the drive-through works smoothly.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food here was good, especially the tacos."

"Jose M. gave me extra sauces and waited to ensure I was satisfied."

"Alejandra's friendly service made our Drive Thru interaction great."

Good to know

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Customers should use the self-service ordering kiosk for faster service.

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The restaurant maintains a high level of cleanliness during visits.

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Drive-through service is efficient, with minimal wait times.

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