26 Best Mexican Restaurants in Newport Beach

“Beautiful and delicious food“

“Food is OK! But portions are big and everything tastes fresh. Salsas were really good but the chips could break your teeth lol. Loved the outdoor dog friendly seating. Servers were really great. Got the Pina Loca and it was alright. Nice vibey spot for dinner by Newport beach.“

“There is a God!! I have been away for years working in North Dakota praying for a shrimp burrito. I was in Balboa over weekend and got my Shrimp fix. So darn good! The best shrimp soze and taste anywhere. They have not changed anything during this bad inflation. Miss the salsa bar but they gave us plenty. Most great places come and eventually go but GM is still.#1. Thank you Peter and staff!!.“

“El Pollo Loco is a go-to spot for flavorful and affordable Mexican-inspired grilled chicken dishes. With locations across the country, including one conveniently situated in Lake Forest, California, this fast-casual chain never disappoints.“

“The vegan pozole was amazing! Even the meat-eaters loved it.“

“One of My Favorite Spots in Newport! This is truly one of my favorite restaurants in Newport—not just for the delicious food and beautiful ambiance, but especially for the exceptional service. What makes it stand out even more is how warmly they greet you, especially when they recognize you from previous visits. That personal touch is impressive and really makes you feel valued. Highly recommend!“

“My friends and I visited this Mexican restaurant for a weekend dinner, and it did not disappoint. Located in the Newport Hill Shopping Center, parking was plentiful, and the restaurant boasts a comfortable ambiance with ample seating—including patio options—and even a bar setup. The service staff were friendly, making our dining experience enjoyable from start to finish.

We started with the blackened chicken nachos, which came in a good portion loaded with cheese and meat, though the meat was a bit on the lighter side. For our mains, we ordered a variety of dishes including the tacos carnitas and steak, Rosa burrito, Rosa bowl, and the Rosa combo. The meat in each dish was delicious, with the steak taco standing out in particular, and the Rosa combo was both plentiful and satisfying.

Overall, this is a great spot to enjoy a taste of Mexican cuisine in a relaxed setting.“

“Everything was fresh and tasted fantastic. The table salsa had a great kick to it without being too spicy. My enchilada was perfectly seasoned and the meat was falling apart. My husband's mahi tacos were some of the best he has had outside of the Caribbean.“

“They have the absolutely best enchilada sauce around. They used this aged Wisconsin cheese that has such a unique flavor and it melts perfectly. Don't forget the house margarita 😋 I have been eating at El Cholo for over 35 years and have never been disappointed“

“Really nice Mexican restaurant .. very recommended the food was delicious , good portion even to share from one dish...the specialty carnitas si we order carnitas burrito, carnitas plate , chips and guacamole and nacho chesse to share all of those delicious...customer service really good since the moment you arrive that made our experience more confortable and enjoyable... nice patio area and good environment you will not be disappointed..“

“Yesterday, I had a meal with friends at Cabo Cantina in Newport Beach and it was such a great experience! The vibe is awesome with colorful Mexican decor that instantly puts you in a good mood. The staff is super friendly and attentive. The food was good and the portions… massive! Definitely recommend it if you're in the area!“

“This place is great! Fabulous tacos 🌮!!!!“

“Amazing taco 🌮 experience“

“The best Mexican food! Going there since 1995! Love it🙏“

“This place was right by our hotel and we decided to give it a shot. Definitely not the best seafood I’ve had, but not the worst. The lobster was a a bit chewy but my gfs salmon was cooked well. Some of the veggies were a closer to the burnt side, but overall it was okay for the price. The outdoor seating was nice, right by the harbor. The service was great though. And they had live karaoke on the Tuesday we went.“

“It was a good Mexican quick stop and good atmosphere“

“They have very good Mexican food here.The quality of the food here is not Michelin level, but the prices are.Dinner for 6 people tonight (without alcoholic beverages) was about $660 so not cheap.Great vibe, great atmosphere and beautiful ocean view.But it will cost you.🤣“

“The food was great the desert was better“

“Always a good time. Will be back“

“Every time I come to Cali for vacation I must visit the JUICE BAR at Whole Foods for my morning fix of greens. I love this location. I never come to Orange County without visiting this particular location for my morning fix of greens. This is one of my favorite Whole Foods for their JUICE BAR. Awesome!!!“

“After a day in Newport Dunes we wanted a quick inexpensive bite to pickup on the way home. We were close to Fashion Island and had eaten at Soku Sushi but wanted to save moolah. So Wahoo’s sounded like the right amount of scratch for our itch. We were going to take it home but the outside area looked inviting. So we sat and ate out of the to go containers. We had not bought drinks but fortunately the spicy tacos, with white rice and black beans were so moist that I got through the entire meal with only one swallow/choke event. That’s important in my book.“

“Food was amazing as always, service always great from the valet to exit. The salsa did their chips wa so good with their perfectly salted chips. I ordered the Filet Mignon, cooked medium rare just perfectly, Tres Leches cake was delicious. Perfect restaurant for birthdays.“

“Tiny burrito joint with taco in the name, lol. Literally one of my top two burrito joints in the universe. If you are nearby, you are foolish if you don’t stop by and get a tasty meal.“

“Friendly and good service“

“Kalaveras is always so fun and sooo good. I am so bummmmed though that they changed the happy hour times to end at 6pm vs 7pm. Ill definitely be here for the tacos on taco Tuesday, but i will definitely have to find a different happy hour spot“

“Fantastic service and delicious wings and a salad.“