Anepalco Mexican Restaurant

I booked from open table as I always do. I had asked for a romantic table for two seated next to each other like I always do. When we arrived the hostess wanted to seat us at the bar. I asked if she had read our request on our reservation. She sat us in the at a small table across from each other. Not that big of a deal but, it wasn't busy at all and she could have sat us at a different table. We loved the food and the service as always. Hopefully they read the comments on our next reservation.

The best chilaquiles and mole on the planet. Great guacamole and truly unique mixologist cocktails.

Our dining experience at Anepalco was outstanding. The food was beautifully prepared and the presentation was exquisite. My husband ordered the sea bass dish. It was seared to perfection and sweetly tender inside. My Baha Fish entree was also wonderful. Such care was taken in every step-from the balance of flavors to the tiny minced chives. Amaryllis took our reservation and graciously explained the unfamiliar items on the menu to me. Cinthya, our dinner hostess, and Gaby, our server, were attentive and helpful. We visit UCI Medical Center yearly. If we lived locally, we’d be back to Anepalco much more frequently. We will be back next year!

First visit. Four "mature" people. All pleased --- except for the noise both inside and outside. For young patrons (maybe up to age 25 or 30), the noise and especially the booming music inside would be acceptable, but for us it was unacceptable, so we ate in the outside area. Outside is lesser noise level but still very high because the outside is on a major street and there is a hospital area very close, with emergency vehicles going by. And, due to fact this is a main street, the traffic noise was high -- motorcycles, loud cars, trucks.

Hands down the best Mexican food in SoCal. Anytime I'm up in that area. I'm going. This was my third visit and I brought a friend with me who I bragged about the restaurant too. She agreed hands-down the food was fabulous! The service was excellent, and I can't wait to go back! We ordered Barbacoa Tacos, Waygu Tacos and the Appetizer Trio.

I am borderline obsessed with the food at this place. The flavor is amazing!! My mom would probably really like it. She is your traditional Mexican mom who likes true home cooked meals and is very critical of Mexican food. All the staff is so kind and friendly. The place is decorated very cute.

It was extremely hot outside and they were very nice and moved my party inside. They were kind and accommodating! I had my infant with me and I was very appreciative. The service was excellent.

Met a friend for drinks during their happy hour one evening. They do offer happy hour drink specials but not much in the way of alternative choices. Only two drinks available if I recall.

Ordered an appetizer which was fair. Nothing really to write home about.

Was not very impressed by the atmosphere. A little too casual for my taste. And the service was okay not the worst not the best.

Anepalco is the perfect spot for a birthday or special celebration! The staff is so friendly and attentive, and the food and drinks were beyond amazing. Everything was full of flavor and beautifully presented!

Staying at the attached hotel, I wasn't terribly hungy but had a craving for some seafood so I just got their ceviche appetizer. Fantastic.

Also, this one drink they make, the Huatulco, is phenomenal. A bit on the pricey side given they cask age it in house, but If you like Spirit-forward drinks and you don't try this you're doing yourself a disservice. If you don't typically go for something like that, maybe try it anyway. It's so deliciously balanced and complex you may just like it despite yourself. Delightful.

Food, drinks were delicious. Always recommend trying.

Despite being in a mediocre hotel location that I would describe as underwhelming, the space is very nice inside and the experience was a huge pleasant surprise. The food was absolutely outstanding and the drinks were great too. I will be dining here regularly.

The food and vibes here are amazing! Chips and salsa were a great starter, love the mixed corn tortillas! Margarita flight was top notch and the carnitas are the best i’ve ever had! Wagyu tacos are excellent, the tortillas are fresh and the perfect size. Will absolutely be back!

It is an unassuming location but the food was excellent. The vibe inside was great too. I'll be returning regularly from now on. The carnitas were insane.

Completely unexpected! Best I've ever had! Service was awesome but the food was off the hook!