11 Best Mexican Restaurants in Dana Point

We've rounded up Dana Point's top Mexican spots for you to try.

Carmelita's Mexican • $$
34255 Pacific Coast Hwy Unit 109, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Spinach and Cheese Enchiladas
Carne Asada Quesadilla
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Mexican Street Corn
Grilled Burrito Bowl
Guacamole Appetizer
Little Casita Salad
Grilled Cauliflower
Short Rib Enchiladas
Pollo Asado Burrito

“I liked the food here, the staff was always checking in and filling up the complementary salasa and chips. I got the veggie chimichanga and my wife got the wet burrito. I really appreciated them working with my customisation of making it a veggie chimichanga, however, I wish they have a side of the rice and beans which would normally be in there. Other than that, I think the overall food tasted good. We also liked their drinks, we tried the Spicy Mango and the michelada. This was a cute date spot, definitely on the little pricer side bht still good.“

4.3 Superb114 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
32535 Golden Lantern, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Avocado Bacon Chicken Tostada Salad
Double Chicken Avocado Salad
Chicken Nachos Combo
Original Pollo Bowl
4 pcs Mix 2 Sides
Half Chicken Meal
Pico de Gallo
Pinto Beans
Quesadilla
Guacamole

“The best food great Service clean restaurant always fast“

4.3 Superb60 Reviews
Carlos Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
34224 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail
Bowl Chicken Tortilla Soup
Camarones A la Diabla
Deep Fried Ice Cream
Camarones Rancheros
Wet Burrito Special
Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Tacos
Carne Asada Plate
Chicken Fajitas

“Once again, the food, service and atmosphere were exceptional! Wonderful gem in the middle of Dana Point! Today we had the delicious Seafood Mocajete for two!“

4.2 Good82 Reviews
Cali Costa Restaurant & Cantina Mexican • $$
34195 CA-1, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Cilantro Soup
Dana Point Fish Tacos
Smothered Burrito
Carnitas Burrito
Enchilada Plate
Chips and Salsa
Rice and Beans
Chile Rellenos
Margherita
Quesadilla

“Best Place in Dana Point best margaritas“

4.2 Good80 Reviews
Lupe’s Mexican • $
33621 Del Obispo St suite f, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Taco Del Mar & Al Pastor Taco
On Dana Point Burrito
Al Pastor Quesadilla
Oceanside Burrito
Desayuno Burrito
Taco Tuesday
Steak Burrito
Hot Cheetos
Stoner Fries
Tortillas

“Awesome. Colorful. Quick. Clean. A+++.“

3.9 Good115 Reviews
La Barra Mexican • $$
Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Taco De Pulpo

“We are pretty lucky here in SoCal next to our neighbor to the south thus have lots of decent places for tacos and such. And perhaps I don't get in trouble by saying this but when you see a place is mixed with everyone with lots of our southern neighbors customers you know the place is legit.We haven't order anything, food wise, here and didn't like it, tacos, burritos, bowl and yesterday some chips with carne asada and they were all great, portion is nice, price is good and tasty stuff is what you will get.Been drinking tequila for a while but lately switch over to mezcal and love it. The bartender gave me a warning about the smokiness but ordered a coconut margarita with half sweetened and it just good.The mezcal smokiness it's just right but can't say the same thing for whisky though, anyone out there have an explanation or just personal preference. Next time will try something a bit smokier and see if I like it.“

3.8 Good30 Reviews
A's Burgers Hamburger • $
34344 CA-1, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Zucchini Fries Cheeseburger and Fries
Double Cheeseburger and Onion Rings
Fish Beef or Chicken Quesedillas
Double Burger and Onion Rings
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Onion Rings with Ranch
Carne Asada Burrito
Breakfast Burrito
Chicken Sandwich
Pancake Special

“Came in on busy July 4th and service was impeccable! The staff were extremely friendly, food came out fast and it was perfect. My family was down at the beach, I came over and got burgers and fries for everyone. The zucchini fries were amazing!! Thank you for working on the holiday!“

4.3 Superb109 Reviews
Olamendi's Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $$
34660 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Carnitas Taco and Enchilada Combo
Guacamole and Chips
Cheese Enchilada
Chicken Burrito
Chips & Salsa
Albondigas
Quesadilla
Tortillas
Fish Taco
Two Tacos

“Great food with excellent service… great views with a cool indoor atmosphere … our go to spot when in the area!“

3.6 Good120 Reviews
Nikki's Cafe Cafe • $
34130 Doheny Park Rd, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Chilaquiles with Eggs
Breakfast Burrito

“Nikki's has the best machaca burritos around. I get them all the time. They are HUGE and so delicious!“

4.4 Superb20 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
34117 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point

Customers` Favorites

Cheesy Gordita Crunch Combo 10
Nachos Bellgrande Combo
Chicken Quesadilla
Cheesy Roll Up
Mexican Pizza
Crunchy Taco
Wrap
Steak

“My service has never been so fast, and a fast food place has never had such a happy environment. the worker were clearly happy and our cashier Kathy V. was INCREDIBLE! She deserves a host/waiter position seriously! her conversation skills and extraverted attitude are on the spot! Shout to her constant freindly, entertaining, and kind personality!“

3.3 Good34 Reviews
Las Golondrinas Mexican Food Fast Food • $
34069 Doheny Park Rd, Capistrano Beach

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Beef Tacos Rice & Beans with a Side of Guacamole
Salsa Fresca Or Verde
Carne Asada Nachos
Nachos with Beans
Nopalitos Burrito
Machaca Burrito
Refried Beans
3 Taquitos
Meat Taco

“Food was great both times I went. Got a Carne Asada burrito and the 2nd visit was a fajita burrito. I enjoyed both . There where 2 ladies working up front one was kind the other was short and a bit rude. But could have been a bad day for her. Overall would go back again for “

3.1 Average35 Reviews

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