El Barco

1120 W 17th St, Santa Ana
(657) 235-8686

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Michael Macias

Was encouraged to try this place based on its social media presence, but found myself extremely disappointed. Coming from the Inland Empire to Orange County was hoping this place was going to be worth the drive, but was better off staying local. Specifically, we ordered some carne asada fries as an appetizer and their seafood boil as the main entree. It says a lot when I say I enjoyed the fries more than the main entree. The shrimp were extremely small and not worth the price that was paid for it. As the final cherry on top, service was absolutely terrible. I dont know if our table was singled out but it seems like everyone else was getting serviced except our table, which was left thirsty. We only our saw our waiter once to order and when we were paying to leave. Someone else entirely brought our meal out. Never coming back again. ?

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 1

Karina Martinez

?Drinks??? are the bomb ?????

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gobernador Shrimp Taco, Empanadas De Camaron, Mar Y Tierra, Aguachile

Yesica Romero

They don't have anything from the menu. Big deception.
I would love to explain. I went in today for my birthday to celebrate. I made a reservation or 630 pm, and they sat us at a tumely manner. When it came to ordering, we wanted to try the empanadas they did not have any, then we wanted to order clam chowder, and they also did not have any. I ended up leaving having to pay 54 dollars just for sodas and a cake my husband ordered, and we did not even take. Also, your server needs to have more knowledge in regards what you have in stock and they wifi because I asked 2 members and they did not know. They also stated that you guys do not give them the password because the system slows down. I really wanted to try something new but it was a big deception.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Renee Ramirez

Only reason why i came here was because from a video online, the shrimp and sauce looked soo good. But unfortunately i was wrong. The bag of shrimp was okay. The garlic bread horrible. The setting was nice and bar. But overall i dont think ill be coming back again.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

Ray Poulin

Beyond good food and drinks.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Oscar A Ocampo Rodriguez

Second time come here they always have a table reserved and ready to go for me and my family. Food reminds me of back home. Can’t say enough about this place and their Service. Highly recommended.

Parking: No issues whatsoever

Kid-friendliness: Some of our kids were running around and they didn’t mind. Still was respectful, but like the fact that they let families come and interact.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gobernador Shrimp Taco, Empanadas De Camaron, Mar Y Tierra, Aguachile

Brenda M

We had dinner and drinks. There was plenty of seating. Great service and good food. It's a good place for dinner and catching up with friends.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Aguachile

Santiago M

This place was fun and the food was soooo good!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mar Y Tierra, Aguachile

Kc Waddell

Food was great and the service was outstanding.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Guacamole

Nellie A. LeGaspe'

Great food.. Bartender (I didn't catch his name but wears a ponytail was great, handsome too ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bev G

We always had a great time but this time either the waitress was very new or just wasn't her day.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

Branden Luxander

Honestly, the Best Bar&Grill spot in O.C . @ElBarco
The food and drinks are amazing , I’ve been here more than 8x and I cannot ever complain, the Food ,Drinks ,Customer Service and Live music is 10/10 ! The entire staff is Amazing ???????? [ *Mar Y Tierra,*Guacamole,Gov. tacos.]

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gobernador Shrimp Taco, Empanadas De Camaron, Mar Y Tierra, Margaritas Hight, Guacamole, Street Tacos, Aguachile

Diana Vargas

great service. food and drinks are on point.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alfonso

Food is delicious! Everything on the menu recommend! Shout out to "Luis" for Great service!!!!!!. The music atmosphere is awesome.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gobernador Shrimp Taco, Ensenada Shrimp Taco, Empanadas De Camaron

jacob diaz

Amazing service from start to finish would definitely recommend to family and friends!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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