23 Best Mexican Restaurants in Irvine

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Taco Rosa Mexican • $$
13792 Jamboree Road, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

2 Al Pastor Taco and 1 Secret Taco
Enchiladas Mexico City
Blackened Chicken
Calamari Tacos
Tacos De Filete
Chip and Salsa
Asada Taco
Vegetarian
Combo 2
Burrito

“Celebrated my daughter’s birthday with30+ family and friends. They had awesome service!“

4.3 Superb345 Reviews
Aria Kitchen Mexican • $$
2636 Dupont Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Churros & Cinnamon Ice Cream
Chicken Shish Kabob Plate
Empanada De Carne Asada
Chicken Kebab Platter
Ghorme Sabzi Burrito
Chicken Kabob Plate
Fish Tacos De Bobby
Chips and Salsa
Chicken Fajitas
Beef Birria Taco

“Very few places are as "on task" as these guys. If you're looking for executable innovation this might be your place.“

4.2 Good194 Reviews

Customers` Favorites

Picante's Famous Chicken Soup
Shredded Beef Crunchy Taco
Soft Taco Combo Plate
Crispy Beef Tacos
Carne Asada Fries
Chips and Salsa
Chorizo Sopes
Wet Burrito
Quesadillas
Chimichanga

“Just had one of their soups !! It's so good. I suggest you try it out !“

4.5 Superb153 Reviews
Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen Mexican • $$
13126 Jamboree Road, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Guajillo Braised Short Rib Quesadilla
Guajillo Braised Short Rib Enchiladas
Braised Short Rib Chilaquilles
Crispy Shrimp & Calamari
Signature Margaritas
House-Made Salsa Pint
Pint of Margaritas
Shrimp Enchiladas
Handmade Guacamole
Carne Asada Tacos

“Great place for 1/2 price taco Tuesdays“

4.1 Good523 Reviews
Puesto Park Place Mexican • $$
3311 Michelson Drive, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Complimentary Chips and Salsa
Chips \u0026 Molcajete Salsa
Passionfruit Shrimp Ceviche
Chips & Molcajete Salsa
Puesto Perfect Guacamole
Short Rib Quesabirria
Filet Mignon Tacos
Classic Guacamole
Taco of the Month
Chicken Al Pastor

“I ordered the Baja fish tacos and the Watermelon Margarita. The tacos were amazing and the Watermelon Margarita was one of the best I have ever had! 😎“

4.1 Good651 Reviews
Javier's Restaurant - Irvine Mexican • $$$
536 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Enchilada Chile Relleno & Taco
Trio De Enchiladas Del Mar
Enchiladas Suizas De Pollo
Pescado A la Veracruzana
Guacamole and Chips
Spinach Enchiladas
Lobster Enchiladas
Tomahawk Pork Chop
Ceviche De Camaron
Javier's Ensalada

“Had a great Birthday Brunch, food was delicious, service was on point very very great!! Atmosphere was so nice perfect day and weather. Not noisey perfect we can hear each other talk thank god. Server was on top of everything. We plan to go again for Xmas month. Thank you“

4 Good769 Reviews
Puesto Los Olivos Mexican • $$
8577 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche
Jidori Chicken Al Pastor Tacos
Chips \u0026 Molcajete Salsa
Passionfruit Shrimp Ceviche
Puesto Perfect Guacamole
Chips & Molcajete Salsa
Short Rib Quesabirria
Tamarindo Shrimp Taco
Tres Leches De Cafe
Filet Mignon Taco

“Amazing service and food was great!!“

4 Good745 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
5501 Alton Parkway, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

2pc Combo with Beans and Rice
Double Chicken Avocado Salad
Double Chicken Tostada Salad
Grande Avocado Chicken Bowl
Grilled Chicken Loco Salad
3 Piece Chicken Combo
4pc Half Chicken Meal
Double Chicken Bowl
Chips and Guacamole
Original Pollo Bowl

“This place is one of the better fast food options in the area. Customer service is always great and quick. The food is significantly better quality than Chronic Tacos across the way. They do sometimes forget the salsa or miss something like a side of guac, so you may have to double check your order before taking it home. But overall great value for your money.“

4.1 Good249 Reviews
Rachael's Mexican Food Mexican • $
13700 Alton Parkway Ste 155, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Burrito
Enchilada Plate
Wet Burrito
Guacamole
Enchilada
Carnitas
Nachos
Salsa
Taco

“Local and delicious. The staff are friendly, food is hot and fast. The place has refillable soda, free tortilla chips and wifi. This neighborhood favorite serves Great Park, Lake Forest and local business with delicious Mexican food. Jasmine was very patient with my numerous questions and helped me craft my perfect breakfast burrito. A Mexicano Burrito with Shredded Chicken and added avocado. I love places like these because it isn't somebody just heating up sysco food in the back. It's an actual cook and usually a family who can make food using the ingredients available to them. So as long as you're willing to pay and to talk, just about anything is possible.“

4.6 Superb153 Reviews
Veggie Grill Vegan • $
2955 El Camino Real, Tustin

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Santa Fe Crispy Chickin
House Veggie Burger
Southwestern Nachos
Sweet Potato Fries
Santa Fe Chick
Mac & Cheese
Far East Bowl
Beyond Burger
Buffalo Wings

“They have yummy salads and bowls. Their veggies are fresh and organic. So far I have been able to avoid their ‘junk’ food offerings such as burgers and chickn sandwiches, fries, etc. menu offers healthy stuff and portions are bigger than they used to. Loving their reward app too.“

4.4 Superb185 Reviews
Wahoo's Fish Taco Mexican • $
2967 Michelson Drive, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Mr Lee's Scream'n Chicken Burrito
Crispy Fish Taco Ala Carte
Protein Bowl
Fish Tacos
Taquitos

“I have been coming to this location for quite some time, and while I was disappointed to find out that my favorite Kalua Pork Bowl is no longer on the menu, Bianca completely turned my experience around.

She recommended a similar dish, and I ended up loving it! Bianca is always welcoming, friendly, and has a smile that makes every customer feel valued. Her knowledge of the menu is outstanding, and she's always happy to answer questions and make great recommendations.

What impressed me even more was watching her help her coworkers while keeping up with taking orders and delivering food to guests, including me. She truly goes above and beyond, and it's clear she genuinely cares about providing excellent customer service.

Every time I visit, Bianca consistently provides an exceptional experience. Employees like her are the reason customers keep coming back. She absolutely deserves recognition—and in my opinion, a well-earned raise!

Thank you, Bianca, for always making every visit such a positive one. Keep up the amazing work!“

4.1 Good150 Reviews
Rubio's Coastal Grill Mexican • $
17655 Harvard Avenue, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Street Corn Shrimp Two Taco Plate
Grilled Gourmet Chicken Two Taco Plate
Fish Taco Especial Two Taco Plate
Mexican Street Corn - Large Side
Baja Grill Burrito with Guacamole
Mexican Street Corn Shrimp Bowl
The Original Fish Taco
Chopped Chicken Salad
Grilled Mahi Bowl
Two Tacos Plate

“This is a special Rubio's. I use my app and pick up lunch here at least three times a week and have been doing that for at least several months. They are consistently professional, welcoming, and on time. The restaurant is always clean and the food is always correct and well made.“

3.9 Good187 Reviews
Wahoo's Fish Tacos Mexican • $
715 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Crispy Fish Sandwich
The 1988 Taco
Chips & Salsa
Wahoo's Salad
Loaded Nachos
Fish Burrito
Black Beans
Banzai Bowl
Shrimp Bowl
Taquitos

“Wahoo's Fish Tacos is a relaxed, counter-serve restaurant located in the Irvine Spectrum Center. Known for blending Mexican, Brazilian, and Asian flavors, it provides a fast and flavorful dining option with a laid-back, surf-inspired atmosphere.
* **Signature Fish Tacos:** Visitors consistently highlight the crispy fish tacos, praising them for being exceptionally tasty, well-seasoned, and perfectly crunchy.
* **Diverse Menu Options:** Beyond their staple tacos, the menu features a wide selection of customizable burritos, protein-packed bowls, and enchiladas served with your choice of black or Cajun white beans.
* **Casual Setting:** With a convenient setup and an outdoor patio, it is an ideal spot for a quick lunch or an easy, informal dinner during a shopping trip.“

3.8 Good203 Reviews
Baja Fresh Mexican • $
2540 Main Street Unit North Unit North, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Quesadilla
Chicken Taquitos
Americano Taco
Tortilla Chip
Baja Burrito
Fajitas
Salsa
Trio

“The food is in a corner food court. There are 4 or 5 places to eat there. The cashier didn't look like he was happy to work there. When I asked a question he grumbed some answer that I could't understand. They don't have Salsa Mocaljete anymore. They was my favorite.“

3.8 Good120 Reviews
Birrieria La Raza Mexican • $
2718 Barranca Parkway, Irvine

“Their salsa roja is butthole burning hot 🔥 Pairs very well with their pizzabirria“

4.1 Good22 Reviews
Tacos & Co Mexican • $
18092 Culver Drive, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Taco Plate
Carne Asada Plate
Chicken Enchilada
Breakfast Burrito
Al Pastor Burrito
Vallarta Burrito
Chips and Salsa
Chicken Fajitas
Al Pastor Taco
Gordo Burrito

“Stumbled upon this restaurant last year during the holidays. Decided to give it a try again yesterday. But was kind of disappointed with how dry the tacos were including the meat. However the staff are extremely friendly, kind and patient. I ordered ahead. It is a little pricey but it's the only taco spot close by.“

3.5 Good149 Reviews
SOL Mexican Cocina Mexican • $$
1910 Main Street, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Taco Tuesday Chicken Taco & Sweet Potato Black Bean Taco
Filet Mignon Enchiladas & Mesquite-Grilled Shrimp
Grilled Wagyu Skirt Steak
Filet & Shrimp El Jefe’
Shrimp Fajitas De Camaron
Firecracker Quesadilla
Goat Cheese Enchiladas
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Mexx Chopp Big Salad
Shrimp Chile Relleno

“Very nice everything Nice food“

3.8 Good759 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
88 Corporate Park, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

2pc Chicken - Leg & Thigh Meal
Double Chicken Avocado Salad
Double Chicken Tostada Salad
Chips & Guacamole Regular
Chicken Avocado Burrito
Chips and Guacamole
Avocado Salsa Hot
Half Chicken Meal
House Salsa Mild
Salsa Roja Fiery

“I come here for lunch 2-4 times per week and let me say this is the best El pollo loco ever and it has a lot to do with the manager Pedro he is amazing friendly and a very professional and kind employee of pollo loco. He deserves big time recognition and respect for all his hard work. This restaurant exceeds my expectations. Food is always hot and fresh . Service is excellent!!!! 10/10“

3.5 Good226 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
2222 Barranca Parkway, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce
Chalupa with Extra Meat
Bean Burrito Crunch Rap
Taco Bell Favorites
Crispy Chicken Taco
Cheese Quesadilla
Nachos Bellgrande
Grilled Burrito
Mexican Pizza
Crunchy Tacos

“Great staff great food i got breakfast great employee she asked for my ice coffee if i wanted it plain i wasn't awake yet and there was another kevin there i thought my order was made already ice coffee too she was patient with me 🤣 also i did have issues with kiosk at front counter to place my order wouldn't let me donate or place my order it said debit cards doesn't work here so be careful using the ones at front counter middle and right other than that great awesome clean place what i like 😎💯🚀 rocket_ride_tatt2 was satisfied besides there payment and shrinkflation“

3.8 Good191 Reviews
Chronic Tacos Tacos • $
5365 Alton Parkway Ste D, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

California Burrito
Carne Asada Fries
Breakfast Burrito
Small Burrito
Two Taco Plate
Chronic Fries
Quesadilla
Nachos
Surf
Bowl

“Filling and well prepared!“

3.8 Good153 Reviews
Del Taco Fast Food • $
16211 Lake Forest Drive, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Taco Del Carbon Guac'd Up
Del Cheeseburger
Chicken Rollers
Chicken Avocado
Crispy Chicken
Grilled Chicken
The Del Taco
Value Taco
Quesadilla
Burrito

“I had the carnitas nachos and they had literally 4 strands of meat. The "cheese" was liquid, the sour cream was a dollop size and had a million of jalapeño slices and 10 gazillion nachos o and maybe 2 spoonfuls of beans. Soup spoonfuls. Worst fast food ever. Boise Id“

3.7 Good210 Reviews
Del Taco Fast Food • $
59 Technology Drive West, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Chicken & Fries Box Ranch Habanero or Chipotle Dipping Sauce
Mexican Chocolate Shake
2 the Del Tacos Meal
Mild Sauce - Original
Jumbo Shrimp Burrito
Macho Combo Burrito
Cheddar Quesadilla
Breakfast Burrito
Breakfast Taco
Shrimp Tacos

“I had the carnitas nachos and they had literally 4 strands of meat. The "cheese" was liquid, the sour cream was a dollop size and had a million of jalapeño slices and 10 gazillion nachos o and maybe 2 spoonfuls of beans. Soup spoonfuls. Worst fast food ever. Boise Id“

3.7 Good203 Reviews
Phoenix Food Court Burgers • $
Ring Mall, Irvine
3.2 Average25 Reviews

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