23 Best Mexican Restaurants in Irvine

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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.“

4.3 Superb265 Reviews
Puesto Los Olivos Irvine Mexican • $$
8577 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“Amazing service and food was great!!“

4.2 Good382 Reviews
BIRRIERIA LA RAZA Mexican • $
2718 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine

“We got the Birria pizza and it was delicious. It's a lot of food to satisfy your cravings, the amount of meat is huge. It comes with the consomme. It's a food truck so it's parked in a parking lot, there aren't any tables or chairs but you can simply eat in your car. We totally recommend the drive“

4.5 Superb125 Reviews
Puesto Park Place Irvine Mexican • $$
3311 Michelson Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Complimentary Chips and Salsa
Puesto Perfect Guacamole
Chips & Molcajete Salsa
Filet Mignon Tacos
1 2 Off All Tacos
Classic Guacamole
Chicken Al Pastor
Mango Cheesecake
Mushroom Taco
Carnitas Taco

“Amazing food,,drinks, and service. Highly recommend.“

4.1 Good335 Reviews
Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen Mexican • $$
13126 Jamboree Rd, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“The owner was so down to earth. He loves his customer and welcome us sincerely. Food was soooooo good and ambiance perfect and cozy.“

4.2 Good216 Reviews
El Torito Mexican • $$
18512 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Sopapillas Deep-Fried Ice Cream
Fresh Tableside Guacamole
Enchilada and Taco Combo
Ignited Fajitas Supremas
House-Made Tortilla Soup
Grande Fiesta Platter
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Carne Asada & Shrimp
Carne Asada Burrito
Chicken Fajitas

“Excellent food and service as well! The drinks were very tasty too!“

4.1 Good314 Reviews
Javier's Restaurant - Irvine Mexican • $$$
536 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“Lovely Spanish restaurant near the movie theatre (I don’t recommend seeing Venom 4 it was hot garbage). I had the most delightful mole enchiladas and a margarita. Their salsa complimentary was divine. Only downfall here is the price if you wander off into their seafood and steak options, but in California one must expect higher prices on everything.“

4.1 Good293 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 !“

4.6 Superb63 Reviews
Rachael's Mexican Food Mexican • $
13700 Alton Pkwy Ste 155, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“Food was delicious. I ordered items a la carte and got a lot of food. They get very busy but the wait was worth it and the prices were good. The only thing were the taquitos, they were a little bit hard but the enchiladas and refried beans made up for the one less star rating. The staff was very friendly.“

4.4 Superb66 Reviews
Taco Rosa Mexican • $$
13792 Jamboree Rd, 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!“

4.1 Good112 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
5501 Alton Pkwy, 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

“I feel like El pollo loco is underrated really. The chicken is honestly amazing for such a simple place. Everything else can be a hit or miss but the chicken is always spot on, if you come here, you definitely have to try the chicken, if you try anything else then you can't complain or else your just a Crazy Chicken.

The service is great, they are fast and efficient and generous.

The ambiance is casual with some good music playing, the music is played at a slightly above average sound level. Seats are cushioned and well lit with some outdoor seating is some nice weather.“

4 Good126 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

“Good chicken, attentive with the service
The man who attended to me

Parking: Lots of parking and easy

Kid-friendliness: If it is comfortable outside for the children as a campsite and the bad thing inside is that the air conditioning does not work with excessive heat“

4 Good123 Reviews
Super Mex Mexican • $
14370 Culver Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Four Taquitos Rice & Beans with Sour Cream or Guacamole
Shredded Beef Burrito Wet Style
Green Chile Pork Burrito
Chicken Enchilada Combo
Catering Tostada Chips
Shredded Beef Taco
Machaca Con Huevos
Chile Verde Plate
Tid's Taco Combo
Chimichanga Plate

“Super Mex has always been trip down memory lane. I grew up going to Super Mex as a child with my family and we have always loved the people who provide some of the best service and remembered our family for many years. I hope that many will continue to experience the great environment and atmosphere at Super Mex for years to come. Cheers! Gracias por todo!“

3.8 Good83 Reviews
Wahoo's Fish Taco Mexican • $
2967 Michelson Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“The healthy food here made me feel like I was skateboarding again. While I'm too old for skateboarding, I'm never too old for nutritious meals. This place offers exactly that, bringing back a sense of youthful energy. I'm grateful for the experience. Thank you!“

4 Good36 Reviews
Wahoo's Fish Tacos Mexican • $
715 Spectrum Center Dr, 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

“When I worked in that place we were .6 stars. José Vargas called me, actually my name is Juan Soto. I was the coach. My friend Adrián.el toño.cerbando.ofelia vety.ema.el peña Saúl.noe.very good cerbicio. and of. Good way. Year 2000 greetings and do your job well please. No cell phones. Greetings from La Paz BC Sur. I would like you to join a wuuahoos fish tacos in La Paz.“

3.5 Good91 Reviews
SOL Mexican Cocina Mexican • $$
1910 Main St, 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 Good456 Reviews
Rubio's Coastal Grill Mexican • $
17655 Harvard Ave, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Street Corn Shrimp Two Taco Plate
Fish Taco Especial Two Taco Plate
Baja Grill Burrito with Guacamole
Mexican Street Corn - Large Side
Mexican Street Corn Shrimp Bowl
The Original Fish Taco
Grilled Mahi Bowl
California Bowl
Two Tacos Plate
Any Six Tacos

“Love coming to this place. The fish tacos and burritos are delicious. Great quality ingredients and the seasoning is on point. The salsa bar is out of this world, many options and all delicious. And to top it off, the staff here is very friendly.“

3.4 Good55 Reviews
Más Veggies Vegan Taqueria Mexican • $$
13786 Jamboree Rd #100, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Chips Guacamole

“Great Options from burgers ,wraps ,salads, bowls etc.. Well portioned and reasonable prices always perks for members with VG app. Reccomend to download the app. Waitress by name of Jocelyn is always friendly and kind and gives the best service as much as possible.“

3.4 Good15 Reviews
Baja Fresh Mexican • $
2540 Main St Unit N, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Quesadilla
Chicken Taquitos
Americano Taco
Tortilla Chip
Baja Burrito
Fajitas

“Excellent service with a smile. The cashier was helpful in helping me decide. Got the combo with cheese and chips.Awesome food and service. Clean bathroom and paper towel was available! Salsa bar was nicely stocked. That mango salsa was amazing.Should have gotten name but I didn't - employee were clean and so was the dining room! Great place to stop for a quick meal when driving to and from LA!Keep up the good work!!“

3.1 Average28 Reviews
Tacos & Co Mexican • $
18092 Culver Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“This is an awesome small, local Mexican restaurant that seems like family we’ve frequented them so often.Their menu is vast and I love their Los Cabo’s Burrito combo. Additionally, if you love hot salsa … their hottest selection will never disappoint.There are booths inside with TVs for watching sports and a gorgeous courtyard with plenty of tables. Very affordable, delicious and they’re nice people too.

Parking: In a strip mall next to Starbucks.“

3.2 Average63 Reviews
Cafe Rio Fresh Modern Mexican Mexican • $
3851 Alton Pkwy, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

Mango Colada Craft Specialty
Creamy Tomatillo Dressing
Medium Hatch Green Chile
Shredded Chicken Nachos
Enchilada Style Burrito
Shredded Chicken Salad
Chips Salsa Guacamole
Kids Quesadilla Meal
Chicken & Elotes Bowl
Sweet Pork Barbacoa

“Great, cheap food. Got order wrong in the past, but always willing to make a new meal. Something must have changed recently - new employee or policy or something - because order hasn’t been wrong in a while and now enough of the same side on different meals will make a new container for it.“

3.2 Average69 Reviews
Chronic Tacos Tacos • $
5365 Alton Pkwy Suite D, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“Filling and well prepared!“

3.8 Good61 Reviews
Del Taco Fast Food • $
16211 Lake Forest Dr, Irvine

Customers` Favorites

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

“This is my local del taco. The service is meh, but understandable for the people they have to deal with. The fries are always undercooked. That said, when you ask for xtra this or no that, they get it right! They also always have good vegetarian options!“

3.4 Good65 Reviews

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