Restaurantji's guide to Lake Elsinore's top Mexican dining experiences. Explore a variety of Mexican flavors, from a Carnitas to Pozole, and enjoy great Mexican cuisine in the city.
“As I've only tried 3 items on the menu thus far, Veggie Burrito, Cabeza Burrito and Chile Relleno, their has been fresh, flavorful and filling. This is now my 'go to' for 'clean' (no chemicals like the big-chain-establishments) authentic Mexican cuisine without braking the bank.Vegetarian options: Their Veggie Burrito (I'm not a vegetarian) was so tasty I didn't miss the meat.“
“I come here for the Pozole! It's absolutely great! My wife gets the Menudo. She loves it! She has tried Menudo from Lake Elsinore to Temecula and she says this is the best place! You'll enjoy it with their Michelada!!Parking: Parking can be rough! Get there early or eat there when they're busy. But they are always usually busy!“
“When we arrived, I was impressed by how clear it was. We sat ourselves, our drink order was taken. (It took longer than normal to get our water.) Music was playing at a nice sound! Food came out pretty fast and it was good too. Heather the waitress seemed a little busy as if she had too many tables. It appeared as if they were short staffed. I feel she could've been more attentive. We had to ask Kelly a different waitress for the check cause Heather didn't return to see if anything else was needed. I would go back if I'm in the area.“
“This was the best food I've had in a restaurant in a very long time! And the server went above and beyond. Burritos were very big. My family ordered the California Burrito (french fries inside!!!), Surf and Turf Burrito (beef and shrimp, with a wonderful cream sauce), and the amazing Seafood Mocajete! So huge, gorgeous presentation, and amazingly flavorful! Presentation and flavor were even better than expected. The churros for dessert were also really great, and was the best ending to an incredible meal! Thank you so much!“
“Well, let’s start by saying the food has a super authentic taste so delicious and nothing is better than the Green Drink easy ice lol. Can’t leave Aaron out the equation I offered him a Job at Bellevue because he works with a smile each time I see him great customer service and he declined talk about dedication! Keep it up Aaron, the girls are actually nice too! #aaron #nicework #keepitup“
“When my wife and I are in the mood for Mexican food, this is one of the best places to go in the area. They have consistently good food and the folks who work there are professional and courteous. And they keep the shop clean. Great job, everybody!“
“Our go to Mexican restaurant! Food is always on point with flavor and freshness. When in town we always end the day here. We pick up our food drive thru and head on home. Our go to is the Al mojo de ajo camaron and my husband gets their tacos or a torta de asada. Great service everyone is always very friendly.“
“Great place for food and drinks. Staff is friendly and no reservations required (first come basis). Ambience is family friendly. Hold on to your wallet because although food and drinks are delicious, it sure adds up quickly. But al in all - it was worth it . Have you ever had the deep fried lobster - highly recommended. Drinks, you can't have just one ...Salud!“
“According to my hubby Tacos Elsinore #2 is Lake Elsinore‘s little hidden gem! Lol ?The restaurant is a small establishment but it’s nice and clean and has enough space for a few tables so you can dine in if you want to eat there. (We dined in )Their food always tastes fresh .Their 1.50 tacos are really good! They have a good amount of meat and the price is unbelievable! $1.50 a taco! They offer the 1.50 tacos on Monday and Thursday I think. If you’re looking for a quick bite and you’re in the Lake Elsinore, area then you might want to try Tacos Elsinore #2You just might like it too. ??“
“Gave this place another try and I'm glad I did. The pizza wasn't bad for a place with such a huge menu-and that doesn't specialize in pizza. It was reminiscent of Papa Johns-which I don't care for-and I really appreciate it was a flavor profile you don't just find everywhere. My asada fries were great. Fries were perfect texture. Food was picture perfect and delicious.“
“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 ? ?“
“Emilio’s is so great, we came over the weekend. We are always greeted very nicely by Bree and she gets our drinks in right away! Atmosphere is very friendly and nice. Super spacious and very accommodating. I recommend their chicken taco or carnitas plate, so good! We will be back!“
“I absolutely love the food, the service is beyond perfect. Never Empty. Yummy Salsa. Atmosphere is Great. Employees are so friendly. They make you feel like you belong, like Old friend's or like a close family member. Thanks y'all.. I will be seeing you soon.. thanks for everything..“
“I’ve been a loyal customer at Juan's Rostisserie Chicken for years, and their delectable sides never fail to impress. The potatoes are perfectly seasoned and roasted to crispy perfection, while the rice is fluffy and bursting with flavor. These sides perfectly complement the star of the show: the juicy and flavorful chicken. Every bite is a delight, and the friendly staff always make the dining experience enjoyable. If you're looking for mouthwatering sides to accompany your meal, Juan's is the place to go!“
“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!“
“I stopped to eat while traveling to El Cajon, CA. The staff was so friendly. I was immediately given warm chips and salsa as a snack while reading the menu. I ordered a skinny margarita, Combo #9 (a tamale with a crispy taco), and Tacos Camaron. Everything was very tasty. Since the platters were large, I couldn't clean my plates! I took enough food home for 3 more meals! How cool is that? I am glad I stopped in and gladly recommendit. You'll enjoy the dining experience! ✔️???“
“We found this place last night on the way home from the wineries. It is an amazing food truck. They had lights and music and insanely delicious Mexican food. The Mamalon burrito is something that I will be craving until I get another one. The carne asada fries were also really good. Super nice people too. We will be back, perhaps sooner than later.“
“Aguacates Mexican Food has been my absolute go-to for as long as I can remember. Since moving to Temecula two years ago, finding a Mexican spot that compares has been a challenge. But now that they've opened up a restaurant in Lake Elsinore, the struggle is over! No more Vista trips for good Mexican food. Their Birria and Menudo are amazing, and the portions are seriously generous – and all at a great price. Plus, their amazing customer service is the cherry on top. And let's not forget, they're not holding back on the hot sauce, which is a major win these days!“
“Great variety of burritos and tacos. I normally go on the weekend for their menudo. i always ask for no hominy and with pata, and the broth is so delicious. The breakfast burrito is very good, we opt for the Bacon or Machaca. Pretty large and priced well. The carne asada burritos and tacos are always flavorful and the meat is very tender. The potato tacos are a must try. They have a nice salsa bar with a variety that will suit your taste It is located in a small strip mall near WalMart, just off the freeway and plenty of parking. The staff is always friendly and service is quick.“
“I attended a party in which Michelle's Kitchen was hired to do the catering.First of, they had a nice setup, and was maintained stocked and clean. The staff was friendly and uniformed, very professional.In the food department, they had rice, beans, carne asada, Al pastor, pollo asado, 2 types of aguas frescas, and all the taco fixings like cilantro, onions, grilled jalapeños, lemon, and 3 types of sauces, green, red, and an avocado one. And ofcourse, freshly made tortillas on the spot.The pros- The al pastor meat was D-freakin-licious! Hands down one of the best I have had.The red hot sauce, spicy, flavorful, addicting, lip shaking I can't stop eating it kind of goodness.Fresh tortillas, if you are a taco caterer, and you aren't making your tortillas right there in front of your customers, get out of the game. The tortillas here were fresh and delicious.The rice was good. I found myself filling a plate with rice, pouring the red sauce on it, sprinkling cilantro and onion on it, and a twist of lemon. I was in heaven!The cons-The inconsistency in size of the tortillas, all though delicious, had a lot of people talking about how some were regular tortilla size, some were Tijuana style, and some were no bigger than a Tostitos round corn chip. The tacos cannot be bite size, it was ridiculous.The al pastor started running out, not a good thing to hear when you are 2 hours into a 3 hour event.Overall-I would hire this guys, I would mention the tortilla size, they cannot be chip size. The amount of meat present is something that has to be worked out between the caterer and the person hiring, but, that's about it. The carne asada and pollo asado was okay.Overall, I would hire them myself.“
“Good new spot in Lake Elsinore for fast Mexican food, and I know everyone keeps saying Elsinore is saturated with Mexican restaurants but it’s everyone’s favorite type of food or there wouldn’t be so many of them. Sanata’s wont disappoint. I’ve been a total of four times now and tried something different each time and everything has been a healthy portion and on the spot. Price isn’t bad either for what you get and parking is convenient for in and out access.“
“This visit was our first time dining at this place we drove by and I was drawn in by the flags standing outside. I enjoyed the decorations from the inside, there are nice hand painting on the walls ( my fave always Ms. Marylin menroe) nice lighting throughout the restaurant from adjustable tables to high top tables to nice sofa table centers. There is a plat form for singers/bands. They have a bar with great drinks (my fave the margaritas) we ordered our dinner for our family of 4, we had the rib eye stake that was cooked to perfection it came with a decent amount of sides guacamole, pico de gallo, beans, tortillas a salad, and a grilled jalapeño. The second plate was the costa azul the shrimps were well cooked the crunch is incredible with a buttery creamy inside. Third plate was a tuna salad tostada, first time I ever had this plate it was delightful the fish was soft and tasty the mixture of cucumber and red onion made the dish have a nice crunch. The kids dinner was the normal cheese burger and fries this plate was thought because there were no onions and no pickles just the way my kid love his burgers, the meat patty was juicy and the cheese was cheesy (words of my son). Our family left with full tummy’s. This place was great I would come back another time.“
“The food here is amazing this is my childhood go to place every time I visit I come here service is amazing Teresa was great friendly and very knowledgeable in her work. The food is the best in town Empanadas are a key to this restaurant you should definitely come eat here.“
“The manager Juan and his crew are very friendly and very professional. Riley took my order, she was very friendly and helpful with the questions I had, Citlaly gave us the order, very friendly.The food is very tasty and it's alway made how my husband and I like it. The restaurant is very clean and a nice friendly atmosphere,a nice place to enjoy your meal by yourself or with family and friends. I recommend it.“
“It's delicious so far. I will go back again and again. Honestly, I'll probably stop and get something twice a week.Wheelchair accessibility: Outside order and dining only, it has a shade cover over the tables. It's very accessible for those who require mobility impaired access.“
“Great stop for a quick Mexican brunch. Ordered a shredded beef burrito. Food was delicious, restaurant was very clean and refreshing. Price was under $10.00 located close to Lake Elsinore Casino. Try it, you will like it. Authentic Mexican Food at its finest.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access for disabled folks.“
“I Ordered takeout last night and I was surprised that the food was ready a few minutes early and when I got home the garbage burrito was excellent. Seemed like twice as much meat as normal. I guess they may be feeling the heat from other fast food competitors.“
“This place really surprised us! We went there on a whim hoping it would be good. Upon entering we thought we were going to be disappointed but quickly learned that we weren't. The food was so delicious. Even for my super picky boyfriend!“