Best Traditional Mexican Restaurants in Santa Ana
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- OTOpenTable DinerLos Angeles •9 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFood and service are excellent. Nice music and vibe. Lots of areas for pictures.More infoTacos Madre Kitchen & CantinaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Santa Ana•4.3
- EErikaSan Francisco Bay Area •34 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoFood was delicious, and the service was amazing! We will be back, next time for happy hour!More infoBlind Coyote CantinaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Yorba Linda•4.5
- HHilarySan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined on 4 Mar 2025Great food, excellent service. The only thing that I wasn't crazy about were the TVs. If you are wanting to watch a sports event while you eat, you'll be pleased, but I was there with my family and couldn't get my kids to quit watching the TVs. Otherwise, everything was great! Really nice and welcome staff, and delicious food and drinks!More infoSandBar Huntington BeachPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Huntington Beach•4.8
- JJoeOrange County •2 reviews4.0Dined on 2 Mar 2025No Happy Ending 😞Service was wonderful by Maria & Oscar who assisted with finding flowers and saving special table by the water for a special date. However, unfortunately the waiter didn’t seem to want to be there or just didn’t care. He was was clearly watching us but no water, no offer for expensive drink re-orders, the bill could have been doubled. ( I needed drinks for the lady 😉) No checking on us, and no desert! Said you were closing. It was around 7pm. I finally had to insist. He wasn’t too happy about that. My lady loves this place and patronizes very often. She was very unhappy & apologetic for waiters service. The food was great! Sea food enchiladas. Sat night 3/1 5pm.More infoHacienda on the LakePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita•4.4
- OTOpenTable DinerOrange County •1 review5.0Dined on 28 Oct 2023They were kind enough to put out chips instead of chicharones. The enchilada suiza was really yummy, and the margaritas were delicious too!More info3 ROOTS MEXICAN COCINAPrice: Moderate• Traditional Mexican• Santa Ana•3.1
Discover best Traditional Mexican restaurants in Santa Ana
Discover the vibrant flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine in North Orange County, particularly in Santa Ana, where a selection of restaurants brings the rich culinary heritage of Mexico to the forefront. These establishments are renowned for their commitment to authenticity, offering a variety of dishes from tacos and fajitas to enchiladas and ceviche, all prepared using time-honored recipes and fresh, local ingredients. The dining scene in Santa Ana is notably dynamic, with eateries that not only serve delicious food but also provide a cultural experience through live music and a warm, welcoming ambiance characteristic of Mexican hospitality. Each restaurant strives to create an atmosphere that reflects the traditional Mexican lifestyle, making it a perfect dining destination for both locals and visitors seeking genuine Mexican flavors. Whether you're a connoisseur of Mexican cuisine or exploring these flavors for the first time, the restaurants in Santa Ana promise an unforgettable gastronomic journey. Embrace the opportunity to indulge in a culinary tradition celebrated for its bold flavors and colorful presentations in the heart of Orange County.