Restaurants in Lake Elsinore

“I really wanted to like this place, because the food was really good. A girlfriend of mine and my 9 year old son visited here on Tuesday around 4pm. We walked in, we're immediately greeted and sat in a comfy booth, noticing the very unique artwork and decor. Pros: The Cadillac Margaritas on the rocks were very good. Ordered to start the guacamole and chips, was very tasty. We shared the Main Lobster Puerto Nuevo Style, the cook level was on point, and the seasonings were delicious. Now we were told it's 2 lbs of meat, which was definitely not the case. The cost for how much meat, I would say, is not worth the price at $95 an order. My son had grilled chicken tacos that he said were good. And we all appreciated the little churro ice cream dessert I received for a special birthday surprise. Cons: On a 1-10 level of volume, the music was at a 9, for 4pm on a Tuesday, it felt like they were trying to turn the place into a dayclub. Just seemed unnecessary to have it that loud. We could barely hear each other across the table. After sitting a while listening to the music, I would absolutely never bring my son back here. A couple of songs passed as we sat, where every other word was N$gg@#, F@$k, or other explicit words. Some may not agree, but I'm only 38 and find that highly inappropriate for a restaurant. Now, if that's the ambiance you want to have in your restaurant, no argument, however, then make it a 18 and up place or post something stating children may not be the best audience for your restaurant. We even made a comment to our waiter, and he just smiled and said, "Ya, there's a lot of songs like that we play!" and walked off. Our service was definitely less than stellar with him, let me tell you. As we walked in, we stated it was our first time. Anytime we asked a question, before we could finish our question, we were cut off and met with a very dismissive, hasty response as he would be walking away as well. It felt as if we were offending him or he just had more important things to do. Their menu is very confusing, as we were trying to figure out the taco pricing (since it was Taco Tuesday). The service from our waiter, I would say, was a 1 of 10. He was not friendly (even though he smiled) his demeanor was uninviting and sometimes condescending. In the end, thankfully, we had another young lady who was taking care of us. She was very sweet and pleasant as we commented on our concerns she stated she would let the manager know. In understanding, it's not her fault, we would've told our waiter. However, he disappeared after we received our food. All in all, this place has good food, but it is not good enough for us to spend almost $200 for horrible and condescending service.”

“Excellent service great food”

“Great food and fabulous atmosphere, highly recommended”

“It was the best sushi restaurant I’ve ever been to! The service was excellent, and the food was just as amazing. Especially the MISO SOUP I had today—it was hands down the best miso soup I’ve ever had in my life!”

“They always take good care of me and my family, food is awesome and the service is spectacular.

I usually get the chicken katsu bento box with a side of calamari for only 2 dollars extra. Highly recommend”

“Great business for the community or even if driving down the 15. It’s worth a stop in to get wonderful service and amazing Pizza and Wings and so much more! Thanks for being awesome 🌹🌹🌹Rosieday”

“Everything ! Service ! Menue ! Prices! 😜😊😘”

“Great local gastro-pub feel!”

“Atmosphere, friendly, enthusiastic management, staff and good taste to book premier Oc Rock Power Trio, Surfside Circus for Saturday night May 7 22”

“love this place”

“What A pleasant experience everytime I enter the door! These ladies / Gentleman are very Courteous to me and my family, they work well under the pressure of long lines with a smile. They are also nice about explaining the varieties of multiple choices! I would have given you more stars if I could have! Keep UP THE GOOD WORK! #bellevueCAREERcollegeOFnursing #workforce #lakeelsinore”

“I love this place!! Everyone you must go! The food and boba and smoothies are the best! But the best part is the owner and staff! Just wonderful❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”

“Amazing, i would come here again. My favorite spot for Asian food!!

Vegetarian options: It's awrsome

Parking: Great

Kid-friendliness: Awesome”

“What a fun place to hangout! It was my 1st time there and I had a great time. The food and drinks were great! Can’t wait to go back.”

“So good! Very kind of the staff to allow us to come in a few mins after closing. I definitely recommend the horchata flavor. It’s vanilla, cinnamon goodness.”

“This was the best experience I've ever had at any Denny's ever! Claudia is a wonderful waitress and treated us very well! Grape Street, Lake Elsinore”

“Best burger ever! coming from Montana! great service”

“I live in England and wanted to get my father, who lives near Lake Elsinore a cheesecake for his birthday!
The entire staff were so friendly over the phone and accommodated for my last minute decision!
I ordered the tiramisu cheesecake and they even helped me by delivering it to my father! He said it tastes absolutely delicious! The BEST tiramisu cheesecake he has EVER had!
I cannot thank the staff enough for making my father's birthday so special!
I 100% recommend this place for the BEST cheesecake in town!”

“Great customer service !! 😊😊”

“Every time I visit this adorable little coffee shop, I am blown away by the genuine sweetness of everyone who works there. I’ve only been a handful of times, yet they remember me, my kiddos, AND my drink! The coffee is SOO good, and I haven’t had a miss yet! I’ve tried some other local coffee spots and they just don’t compare to the warmth of this place and the deliciousness of their coffee and ice cream! They have done an amazing job and have the best employees!”

“Honestly everything. They have something for everyone, if there something that your not sure about they will help you pick something or accommodate what your looking for. As long as it’s attainable in the kitchen 😊”

“Outdoor pool concerts were fun, too hot, no fans anywhere, “free water” would have been nice. Give the bands some fans🤪 but you do have really good servers and the bands are the best! We will be back!”

“As usual, El Unico never disappoints. My husband is diabetic, and has to watch his carbs. They offered to make him a carnitas burrito in a bowl, basically the burrito minus the tortilla. We brought it home, and he used the carb friendly ones, and the El Unico fix was complete! The burritos ? a gigantic, you definitely get your money's worth. My husband has been getting food from here since the original gentleman started this place, when it was just barely a shack. I started 35 years ago, and it was barely much more than that. The food, the atmosphere, and everything else that makes a place magical, still exists here, in this place. Now, I bring my adult son, and his friends, as well. Thanks, from my family to yours, for continuing with the impeccable service, food, and family feeling that was started so many, many years ago.”

“I don't know why I waited so long to try this place. I had a chorizo torta and could only eat half because of how big it is!. It was delicious. I will absolutely be back to try other things on the menu”

“Food was good and price not bad for what you get. I was pleasantly surprised to try the birria tacos and how much I enjoyed them since it is mainly a seafood spot. Consume was alright, definitely better at other spots around town. The best thing Ive tried from here is the fish chicharones, I would visit this place just for that alone.”

“Delicious food amazing service, thanks Juaquin and Pepe and Giselle.”

“never had a bad meal extremely friendly staff.”

“My family and friends love Douglas burger it is our go to place when friends and out of town family members come to visit we also have fiends with street rods we used it once a month for our cruise nights. They have a very nice variety of foods and generous portions one order Is usually enough for two people I have lived here 33 years it seems like it has always been here I highly recommend them”

“The food is superb! The owner always greets you when you walk in! The staff is friendly! The music is great! Can't forget my favorite bartender, Marty!”

“Hunny's has been a fam favorite for many years. Today we had Monte Cristos, there are only a few places that make em well and this is one !! The zucchini lightly battered,amazing, onion rings thick sliced to perfection. Well lite, clean, Debbie was friendly and attentive to made sure our visit went well. Thank you.”

“Delicious sweet bread!!!!”

“Great food! Great drinks!!”

“Nice friendly restaurant. The service and food was excellent. A lot of TV to watch sporting events. We will definitely come back.”

“Great place and service. Major upgrade with the menus and cashiers. Place has turned around. You won't be disappointed. Carne asada burritos are my favorite.”

“Honestly super yummy ! Support small business !!!!”

“My family and I have been coming here for almost a year. It’s always a pleasant experience every time we come. The kids love their cookies and cream with boba, their Melon tea, honey black tea with strawberry popping boba, their Nutella dessert egg puff and the Hawaiian shaved ice with all the toppings. The environment is always clean, peaceful and friendly. They have televisions there to keep the kids occupied while waiting patiently for our drinks and food every time. The staff always interacts with the kids which I think is nice and keeps it friendly. We are regulars and recommend this place to all our friends and family. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Can't beat the price and quality! It's so much better than franchise ☕️ shops. Whenever you are in Lake Elsinore, you have to try it out. It is our favorite to go place.”

“nice little spot located in Lake Elsinore. I love their fish and chips. The fish always comes to the table piping hot and the breading is light but crispy. The fish is very tender and flaky. If you little breakfast their biscuits and gravy are very good. and don't forget to try the coffee cake”

“Great craft beer list. Staff is very friendly. prompt. Highly recommend”

“I brought a group of 15 people for dinner and the amazing crew in the truck off Fillmore and Hancock took all the orders and filled them in 30 minutes! It was so fast and so good! I know several people, myself included, will be back for more! Gracias!!”

“One of the best Mexican restaurants in Lake Elsinore, Jose makes you feel at home. you won't go wrong by coming..al venir Aqui siento que estoy en casa de familia. highly recommended authentic Mexican food.”

“🙂👍 Rex does a great job!”

“exquisito sabor natural, sus nieves y paletas son realmente deliciosas”

“It is the best seafood . It make feeling like I am back home.”

“Juan's Rotisserie Chicken is one of best chickens, but the customer service is bad. I ask for 2 burritos with fres meat the guy that makes it gave an attitude like if I was asking to give it to me for free. I end up paying for a whole chicken for fresh meat burritos”

“My husband and I love this place, we have at least one of something from each section of the menu, their pizza phenomenal, the crust the toppings all of it you can tell is fresh their pasta is fantastic, their subs ‘the bread was a bit heard but I believe that was just it being slightly over cooked’ even at that the taste over road that aspect, their appetizers are amazing! Their customer service has always been great, the atmosphere is in a sense ‘dated’ but I belive that makes it even better it makes me feel I’m in a pizzarea. I have had in person and uber orders from here and in both senses they were great, of course having it fresh in person is a bit better but you can tell they put their best effort into making sure your food stays warm. Love this place!”

“friendly, good customer service”

“This place is the best tacos I’ve had in Southern California. Small hole in the wall but the best tacos. Their al pastor was marinated perfectly. Their Micheladas absolutely delicious. We don’t live in the area anymore but whenever we roll by this place we try to stop. Staff is super friendly. This is how tacos should be made!!! Salsa is ? ?”

“Very large array of unique sushi! Definitely recommend if you want to spoil yourself”

“Finally stopped by to give it a try...I had the Bocadillo veggie sandwich...I'm not a vegetarian, but this was so amazing and full of flavor....great prices as well...can't wait to go again!”

“I am greatly thankful and really enjoy Peony restaurant the owner and employees have been very kind to me I have been coming here for many many years now and will always eat there 1st choice hands down think you sincerely......Sweet and Pungent Beef Guy......Ronnie Tucker I am very very greatful”

“This is a small strip center mom n pop Thai Food Place. I stopped on a lark, 1st time visit, but was pleasantly pleased with the food. I ordered Mixed Vegetables and Chicken Panang. Both dishes were very good and flavorful, 2 entries running about 40 dollars total.
I will come back to try other dishes!
While this is not a high end feeling eatery, it does have some indoor seating. They seem to be set up more for carry out. Give Palm Thai Cousine a try, I think you will like them.”

“Food was good the shredded beef had good flavor the the guacamole was gross and the salsa was not good the Jamaica was OK
Service was fine the place is old school”

“I love this bakery, the lady is a very experienced cake maker. She can make a cake with your favorite ingredients and whole family are nice people. I will come back to try the other cake.”

“I’m so glad I stumbled upon this taco truck in Lake Elsinore—authentic Mexican food is hard to find here, and this spot is a gem! The food is made fresh, and you can taste the difference compared to reheated meals. They even make handmade tortillas, which take the tacos to another level. The flavors are bold and truly authentic, and the staff is super friendly and keeps everything clean. It’s definitely my go-to for Mexican food now! If you’re craving fresh, delicious street food, I highly recommend checking this spot out!”

“I have not been to El Apollo Loco for years but decided to tonight. After my experience, I had to pull over after I literally just left to write a review. I don’t know the workers name but the lady who helped me at the drive thru window was the most kind, happy and cheerful worker I’ve ever seen. She was very positive and upbeat, and just had a way about her that made you feel welcome and you can tell it was her genuine energy. I can truly say I have a better vibe about coming here just because of her and her positive attitude. I visited at 10:18pm 9/23/2024. Amazing worker.”

“Love this local sushi place! My fav is their Lemon Tree Roll (basically a Philadelphia roll with salmon on the outside with a lemon wedge on top.😋🍣🥢”

“Chilling atmosphere, it is my first time eating at IHOP ever and I pick this one all though it empty inside it was just me the only customer, I still decide to give it a shot and try it out. Food is good steak is perfectly season taste good as well as the shrimp super crispy.”

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I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet! I've been going here for years and I actually go every week sometimes twice a week. This place has great traditional Mexican food recipes. All the comfort food that you love. I always like sharing great restaurants that can save you money, This is not one of those . prices are fair but for us it's one of the more expensive places we go because it so good. The service is excellent from all the staff. We go there so much that the wait staff usally bring out things we always order as we are seated before we order it. The photo below is of one of our favorite waiters Armando and his trainee Alexa.
So go look for Armando and give this Restaurant a try.”

“Can't wait to go back! What's not to love? Vero is clean with a spacious variety of seating arrangements for everyone from romantic snuggles to watching the game. Service is prompt and friendly. The menu is varied and huge; and the food: fresh and delish; great prices, too. Yep, I'm definitely going back!”

“I love the food at this place. I gave them 4 stars because the door and google both say the open @ 8am on Sundays but I called several times and they didn't answer the phone. I also when there around 8:30 and they didn't open the doors until almost 9am.”

“Big menu, good breakfast and sandwich rd”

“10/10 experience delicious food and very fast and respectful recommend to try it they don’t disappoint”

“If you are looking for healthy drinks this is your stop they have protein shakes as well as healthy energy drinks and lots more options he also has protein donuts and crepes the location is very clean and has The best atmosphere the owner is literally the best and very ”

“Hands down one of the greatest restaurants in Lake Elsinore. The food and service was awesome. My mom and dad had their reception there. Not only was the staff nice. They helped us with everyone and everything. They took good care of my parents, and our friends and family. And let me tell you there was a lot of people. Everyone at Emilio’s was family to us at the end of the night! They even partied with us! 🥳 Thank you so much for everything. One more thing the food was delicious!!!!!!! We had beans, enchiladas, flautus, rice and guacamole. I wanted more round of the flautus!”

“Smoothie tasted great but everything is made from Herbalife packets. Very little real fruit being added if any, and no plant based milks…just water/ice for the base. If you had almond milk or coconut milk as an option plus some frozen or fresh fruit options, would be 5 stars for sure!”

“Still affordable to get a family dinner here. They make cream cheese wontons if you ask for it, they could do with less sugar but, they're fried perfectly. The fried rice could be done better.”

“Clean, good service and friendly 😇”

“Great food here. Probably one of the most overlooked places in the area. Stop by enjoy some great food and tell them Santa sent you. Been going here for over 5 years now and i have never been disappointed”

“I first Tobias the manager is a great guy friendly take that time to say hello which is really appreciated. I eat canes at least once a week. I eat the three-piece finger special and enjoy it it the batter is my favorite. The chicken is juicy and if you haven’t tried it you’re really missing out. Thank you.”

“Great food for an after ride recharge.”

“DELICIOUS HOMEMADE TORTILLAS! I’ve been following Aztlan Tacos on Instagram for a few months now and I finally made it in! The girl at the counter greeted me with a smile and was INCREDIBLY professional! I asked about their namesake taco the “Aztlan Taco” and she broke it down for me. I didn’t get her name but she was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful.

I ordered two of the “Aztlan” tacos with carne asada as she recommended, they were really tasty! I think the carne asada could’ve been a bit more savory but it’s only a minor suggestion. The authentic flavors and in-house tortillas wrapping the tacos were phenomenal. My highlight were the sopes! I cannot recommend them enough, you MUST try the sopes! I ordered one chicken sope and it was hands down one of the best sopes I’ve ever had! The cream, cheese, meat and sope itself tasted like ingredients I would get in Mexico! Trust me, I know authentic. PRO-TIP: Squeeze a little lime on your Aztlan tacos, I did!

Everything about this taco shop was quite convenient and accessible. There’s a salsa bar which is covered at all times, a small fountain with classic soft drinks and a side fountain with jamaica and horchata. The restaurant was very clean and modern. I appreciated the quality AC too!

Note: Dine-in customers receive a free pack of small tortilla chips or a small bag of Fritos. I recommend the corn tortilla chips.”

“A good honest simple latin market with nice staff. They also have a butcher market, and mini restaurant inside which serves breakfast and lunch. If I was hungry, I would have gladly give the restaurant a try.”

“It is amazing place!! The people are so nice and welcoming!! I love it and love Ashley !! Encouraging and wants you to succeed on your journey!! The classes are so much fun and the shakes and waffles are amazing!!”

“Fun place for music, networking events, fun atmospfere”

“This is for the Starbucks on Riverside and Lakeshore in lake Elsinore. Just amazing, all running getting it done. I walked up to pick up an order, staff was friendly and working so HARD!!! GREAT JOB! the person who came to the window had an amazing attitude!!! ALL WERE SMILING if I could give another star I would.”

“I had been craving a reeses milkshake for a while. I saw they had Reeses ice cream and had to have that shake i had been craving and they satisfied that craving!”

“Fair price, just would of liked to have a bit more of my delicious tostiloco! I ordered a regular chip of tostiloco with out the pig skin and substituted for mango. It was so yummy! Price 8.49”

“I only ever had Dutch Bros in Arizona when I would visit family and when this one opened I was sooo excited! My coffee is literally on point every time and my favorite part is that your iced drinks are always ice ice cold!!!”

“I love this place! I’ve tried multiple acai bowl places and nothing compares to their acai! Fresh fruit, amazing granola, and great service. Would really recommend!”

“I delivered for someone this place..I must say it's busy all the time..great service..smells delicious and I grabbed a Menu because I'll be dining in next time w my Family. Stay tuned”

“This Carl’s Jr definitely upgrade service Always get the order correct. Food is always delicious. The staff is very friendly. Now with Grace and Viena working here.Come here on a average of once a week. Definitely recommend this location”

“the food it's really food and the service it's great”

“This one is for their newer location in Menifee CA. Painful wait, no heads or tails. Even the assigned number they issue has zero sense, as numbers called jump up and down. Let’s say one consumer is issue the number #350 at time of arrival. Numbers called while waiting for the lucky number varied as they are called: 169! 422! 269! etc. Heavy wait waiting for the lucky number: 45 minutes, and in my lucky case 55 minutes. Wether ordering online or in person, there will be people who arrived much later yet they get their food faster. A crew of about 12 lemmings, I mean staff appearing busy but the pace is painfully slow. What can one do but wait. Perhaps Taco Tuesday was a little more challenging. Food ordered: Carne Asada Tacos, Carnitas, Chicken, and Shrimp at $2.89 each. Favorable aspects: Presentation, well served amount wise, nice place, order was accurate, salsas not too shabby (red, green, and the viciously hot ? orange). Not so favorable: all meats for some reason seemed to taste the same, except for the shrimp. Greasy to a certain degree. To repeat the long and almost agonizing wait I would have to drink several cold beers which would make a safe return somewhat hazardous ⚠️ so I pass. For the number of personnel on duty, it should move faster. Perhaps they secretly believe it is worth the wait, but in our case it was not spectacular by a wide margin. Almost $30 for a 3.5 Stars at best.”

“Today was my toddlers last day with her paci. The girl behind the counter was so sweet and understanding. My toddler handed her the paci in exchange for the ice cream. Of course I paid for it, but she was so caring during the interaction.”

“The 2 girls that served me and my wife were phenomenal, they definitely knew they stuff. They were very very professional and went above and beyond to make sure not just us but ALL the customers was taken cared of… #Melissa & #”

“Muy limpio y muy amables todas las despachadores y siempre hay novedades”

“For a family of four we spent under 50 bucks with chips and drinks. That's pretty tough to do now in days. Great service everytime. The two kiddos love picking out their toppings, chips, and juice boxes. Restroom is for customers only, always clean when we go. Thank you for the wonderful food experience! I always like coming here when we are in the area.”

“Cool down on a Hot Day ice cream yeah”

“I've gone here for years for tacos and the occasional tamale, always great service, most often great meats (I'm not partial to the cartilage you can get from home style real Mexican taco places, but i understand it's not as crazy to them, no disrespect) . This time i ordered to go, I got a Carne asada, a carnitas and Pollo taco. They're usually pretty good but this time they outdid themselves in a real way with all 3 meats. Regret only throwing my change in the tip jar so much that I decided to finally write them a review. Haven't tried the rest of the food, but I'd absolutely recommend for what have! Thanks for lunch taco place!”

“The Batter Up Bakery is my little slice of heaven. Their banana bread is out of this world—moist, flavorful, and topped with just the right amount of nuts. I’ve tried many items from their menu, and every single one has been a hit. Their staff is so kind and always eager to recommend something new to try. I also appreciate how clean and well-organized the shop is. Whether I’m grabbing a quick breakfast or treating myself after a long day, this bakery never disappoints.”

“Love this place. Reminds me of Hawaii. Also the macaroni is amazing always get a double order. Everyone loves this place they all have tons of leftovers after. Highly recommend.”

“%100 BEEF Hot Dog ? is delicious ?! Every now and then I get in the mood for a hot dog ? and Wienerschnitzel BEEF hot dog always satisfies my craving! I haven’t tried anything else ?”

“just had the best fish tacos, rice and beans, birria quesadilla, hot cheeto corn, and fries. DELICIOUS!! 5 stars from me. will be back soon!! 😋🙌🏼😃”

“Love their Philly Cheese Steak! The bread was fresh and I love watching them grill the ingredients!”

“Thank you for the gracious thought of us over at Canyon Lake Middle School. The free pizza you sent to Precinct 12048 and 12055 at Canyon Lake Middle School was greatly appreciated!!! You Rock Papa John's ����”

“Johnathan, who worked drive-thru yesterday, has such an awesome spirit. His cheery voice put me in a happy mood. ❤️”

“Drove through Starbucks with our 8 month old pup, Beau, and he was treated to a whipped cream pup cup! Who knew Starbucks did this!?! Beau enjoy his treat as much as my husband and I enjoy ours...ok he may have enjoyed his more 🥤❤️🐾🥤❤️🐾 Thank you, Starbucks, for an unexpected cup of happiness. I most certainly recommend Starbucks for the human experience as well as a great fur baby experience! Much appreciated, Mindy”

“Such a delicious sandwich. The cashier and sandwich maker was extremely nice. She took the time and put details into our sandwiches. I would come back to this location if in town.”

“Great experience here ordering was a breeze they got it right the 1st time asked for extra chick fil a sauce they were happy to do so will go back for some more great food 😜”

“Ordered online when went to pick up they were so crowded that food was not ready. Ended up waiting 20mins for food. Staff was nice. Price for a footlong little pricey but overall was filling. Thank you to the staff for working so hard on a crowed day.”

“Delicious food with large portions at a reasonable price. The customer service was a little lacking but otherwise it was a great experience. I would definitely go back for another meal.”

“Best Starbucks in the area. Always open when they should be open, won't tell you they are out of tea or coffee. They will make it if out. Food always perfect. Seriously best service and Starbucks around.”

“I love this location. They’re always nice and greet me. Everywhere with a kiosk ignores you but they always ask if you need any assistance with it. I appreciate that they give you as many salsas as you want. I went to the menifee location and they charged me. Even the app shows $0. Foods always right and I’ll keep coming to this location.”

“My daughter and I had the carne asada tacos and they were the best!! Will definitely be back 😋!!!”

“Sucks they don’t have any outside dining but I guess they don’t want any bums around”

“Miguel’s Jr in my home town is a winner! Beautiful new location; same great taste 😋! Miguelitos is a staple for Inland Empire and now SoCal residents who want a delicious meal without the long wait of a sit down restaurant. Plus the Red Sauce is boss! Cada dia! 🙌”