20 Best Mexican Restaurants in San Juan Capistrano

Plan your San Juan Capistrano Mexican food adventure using Restaurantji's list. Enjoy a range of Mexican flavors, from Al Pastor to Breakfast Burrito, and relish top-notch Thai dishes in the area.

El zarandeado sea food Mexican • $$
31952 Camino Capistrano B3, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Aguachile de Callo de Hacha Regular Size
Ostiones Buchones 1 Dozena
Taco Zarandeado Octopus
Camarones A la Diabla
Lunch Chile Relleno
Branzino Zarandeado
Aguachile Chapala
Mariscada Passion
Caldo De Mariscos
Tacos De Camaron

“The best tacos I've ever had. Lots of fresh meat and they weren't dry like the kind at a more popular restaurant. The best deals are on Tuesday. We will definitely be going back for more. This place is great and I want to try their other items.“

4.7 Superb202 Reviews
Ricardo's Place Mexican • $$
32082 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

1 Tostada de Ceviche de Pescado
Carne Asada A la Tampiqueña
Chicken Fajitas for One
Enchiladas Capistrano
Enchiladas De Mole
California Burrito
Amigo Enchiladas
Carnitas for One
Chips and Salsa
Tortilla Chips

“Always my go when I'm in town. I grew up in the area and it's still the same amazing hole in the wall restaurant. Great service with friendly staff. Always fun to see the owner still working onsite. I dream of these crunchy chicken tacos and house green sauce. It's fabulous.“

4.5 Superb149 Reviews
El Adobe de Capistrano Mexican • $$
31891 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail with Fresca Salsa Estilo Mexicano
Mesquite Grilled Carne Asada Con Huevos & Chilaquiles
Trio Beef Chicken Shrimp Fajitas
Mexican Style Corn on the Cob
Rancho O'Neill Guacamole
The President's Choice
Classic Mexican Flan
Blackened Fish Tacos
Tacos de Carne Asada
Guacamole Made Fresh

“The food and service at this restaurant are excellent. However, the noise level is off the charts and we went on a Wednesday, not exactly a normally busy day in a restaurant. I wish they would open the back patio for service in these lovely, warm summer months. It would be SO MUCH more pleasant out there! We will eat here less often because of the outrageous noise level. All hard surfaces and nothing to absorb sound. It's really TOO LOUD!“

4.4 Superb236 Reviews
Sol Agave Mexican • $$
31111 Rancho Viejo Rd, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Deconstructed Pork Belly Taco
Sol Agave Margarita Flight
Tres Leches French Toast
Chips and Salsa Para 2
Enchiladas de Mariscos
Churros and Ice Cream
Sol Agave Butter Cake
Our Famous Carnitas
Blended Margaritas
Virgin Margaritas

“Great place and pretty authentic food and top margaritas.“

4.4 Superb128 Reviews
Agustin Mexican Food Mexican • $
32382 Del Obispo St #6, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Enchiladas in Red Sauce Chili Relleno Taco Plate
Shredded Beef Burrito
Ground Beef & Beans
Camarones Ala Diabla
Carne Asada Nachos
Cheese Enchilada
Refried Beans
Beef - Beans
Chile Verde
Beef Tacos

“Definitely authentic food. Service was fantastic. Friendly staff. Only disappointment are refills on soda are charged at a dollar each. When it costs less than 2 cents to fill up a soda and I spend almost $45 for my family's food, I think one refill should be free.“

4.5 Superb53 Reviews
El Molino De Oro Mexican • $
31886 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Burrito with Chile Verde Sauce
Pastel de Tres Leches Relleno
Taco Enchilada Combo
California Burrito
Quesadilla w Asada
Cheese Quesadilla
Carne Asada Fries
Chicken Taquitos
Breakfast Burrito
Taco De Lengua

“Always amazing food and Staff“

4.3 Superb58 Reviews
El Coyotito #1 Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
32141 Alipaz St Ste B, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Homemade Tortilla Chips Guacamole and Salsa
Chorizo Taco Tortillas Echas a Mano
Molcagete Con Camarones
Breakfast Burrito
Chips and Salsa
Rice and Beans
Wet Burrito
Tacos Mano
Carnitas
Asada

“I got here during close-up hours, so the atmosphere wasn't really much there. I did enjoy this place

Parking: There's not much to say. The parking was there. Only one other car besides me in a 30 parking available area“

4.3 Superb44 Reviews
El Campeon Taqueria Mexican • $
31921 Camino Capistrano #15, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Chicharrón En Salsa Roja
Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
Enchiladas En Mole
Al Pastor Burrito
Torta La Campeona
Carnitas Burritos
Tandoori Chicken
Carne Asada Taco
Birria De Chivo
Cabeza de Res

“Place is great, I lived in central Mexico for years and can say this place is authentic and delicious. They also have a whole array of juices , Agua Frescas, an entire bakery, and a small convenience store/ butcher next door. A must try!

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly. Tons of food options

Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible via wheelchair“

4.1 Good157 Reviews
Nono’s Mexican Food Mexican • $
31115 Rancho Viejo Rd, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa

“I like Nono's Affordable Mexican food, and a front patio to also eat at. I like there enchiladas, tostados, tacos.“

4.3 Superb31 Reviews
Las Golondrinas Mexican Food Mexican • $
27124 Paseo Espada, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Rolled Tacos
Chicken Burrito
Chile Relleno
Carne Asada
Enchiladas
Taco Salad
Guacamole
Taquitos
Carnitas
Tamales

“We used to live in California. We always make it a priority to hit Los Golondrinas when we return for visits. We are big fans of the breakfast burritos or chorizo breakfast tacos!... But all of their food is good. They make their tortilla chips there in the shop. Love their guacamole and salsa.“

3.9 Good38 Reviews
El Campeon Bakery Mexican • $
31921 Camino Capistrano #14, San Juan Capistrano

“the food is more then what you pay for it tacos are big n all meat is delicious“

3.9 Good50 Reviews
Don Juan Mexican Kitchen & Bar Mexican • $$
26762 Verdugo St C, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Cajun Shrimp Tacos
Vegan Lettuce Wraps
Guacamole
Flautas

“Our first time visiting this restaurant and overall it was great. We sat on the "patio" section and we could hear each other talk which is a plus! The only reason for 4 stars is I'm not a fan of watching wrestling while eating. They have two TVs in that section and my 13 year old niece had to watch bloody matches while trying to enjoy her food. I would suggest turning the TVs off unless there is a specific event which would warrant watching them in that section. Overall though, our food was great and our service was great. We will return.“

3.9 Good144 Reviews
El Maguey Express Mexican • $
31952 Del Obispo St #110, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Hard Taco and Enchila Da
Fish Tacos

“What a nice and quaint little gem for quick Mexican food. The interior is clean with a cute layout. The food was prepared in the open kitchen, which you can see over the cashier shoulder. The food was not bad at all, the rice could use a little more seasoning/salt, but over all not bad. Definitely give this place a try, and be turned off by unkempt strip mall.“

3.4 Good8 Reviews
El Maguey Restaurant Mexican • $$
31481 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Carnitas & Chile Relleno Combo Plate
Huevos Mexicanos Burrito Vegetarian
Chicken Enchilada and Beef Tamale
Irene's Adobada Special Plate
Chilaquiles Verdes O Rojos
El Maguey’S House Salsa
Sour Cream and Guacamole
Hand Smashed Guacamole
Shredded Beef Taco
Carne Asada-Steak

“First time there, and we had a great service.“

3.8 Good95 Reviews
Cancun Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $$
31952 Del Obispo St #300, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Burrito with Cheese and Beans
Ceviche de Pescado
Seafood Molcajete
Carnitas

“The food is flavorful and there are many options. Quesadillas, burritos, and tostadas of every protein. Many sauces: tomatillo, tomato, mole, avocado, and more. The ingredients are fresh without fat. And also the price: $17 for two large plates.“

3.6 Good26 Reviews
El Pollo Loco Mexican • $
33953 Doheny Park Rd, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

10pc Fire-Grilled Chicken Dinner
Double Chicken Avocado Salad

“This alpollo loco has been here for as long as I can remember. 20 years plus that's a testament to how long it's been there. It is what it is. They have what you expect. And they deliver. Can be busy at times. Weights can be long.“

3.1 Average21 Reviews
Mexi-Q KItchen Mexican • $$
31738 Rancho Viejo Rd, San Juan Capistrano

“I didn’t smell a smoker and there isn’t a choice of sauces, but the three meat sampler we shared of brisket, smoked pulled chicken and pulled pork was quite tasty. And the fried dill pickle appetizer was one of the best we’ve had, with thinly sliced pickles and a nice coating.“

3.3 Good33 Reviews
SWALLOW'S INN Bar • $
31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Steak Night
Vodka Aguado
Chips&Salsa
Chardonnay
Tacos

“Old watering hole from the 80's when i was in the USMC. Came to our 40th reunion and stopped in to wet our whistle and reminiscing about old times.

Beer is cold whisky is poured. What else can you say except drink up and have fun.“

4.3 Superb77 Reviews
Taco Bell Fast Food • $
31771 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Mtn Dew Baja Blast Freeze
Caramel Apple Empanada
Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes
Ground Beef Burrito
Double Stacked Taco
Crunchwrap Vegan
Dorito Loco Taco
Cinnamon Twists
Streak Chalupa
Mexican Pizza

“This is a good Taco Bell location.
Seems to be fairly new, dining area is clean, easy to find parking.
Typical Taco Bell fare, no issues there.
I found that I really like the “Breakfast Salsa”, good flavor with little bite.
My only complaint is that I asked for a drink carrier and told they didn’t have any. It can be difficult to carry multiple drinks.“

3.1 Average41 Reviews
Del Taco Fast Food • $
31780 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano

Customers` Favorites

Habanero Crispy Chicken Taco
Double Del Cheeseburger
Carne Asada Fries
Strawberry Shake
Chicken Burrito
Cheese Burritos
Seasoned Beef
Chicken Tacos
The Del Taco
Loaded Fries

“Stopped at Del Taco on a whim - it was so good! The staff were super friendly and the food looked and tasted great!“

3.2 Average53 Reviews

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