Puesto Los Olivos

4.6

1808 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

10 Mar 2025

23:00

Booked 44 times today

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Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, and LA Times.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar, Mexican
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 11:30–22:00 Sun 11:30–21:00
Phone number
(949) 608-9990
Website
http://eatpuesto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Luisteen Gonzalez
Private party facilities
Our semi-private room with a living wall, private patio, and art by Craig & Karl seats up to 26 guests. Our Full Patio, complete with a steel agave plant fire pit and separate bar, can host a 75 person fiesta. The entire space will entertain 200 guests for a festive reception.
Private party contact
Mikenna Doherty: (858) 788-3974

Location
8577 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92122
Area
Irvine
Cross Street
Research Drive
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Taco Tuesday!
Multiple dates available
Come join the Fiesta. 1/2 Off all Tacos!

What 1,808 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Puesto Los Olivos offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing tacos," "delicious margaritas," and a lively atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "great service," especially during Taco Tuesdays, though some note occasional service delays. The patio is a hit, making it a perfect spot for gatherings. While prices are a bit high, the quality and flavors often justify the cost.

1,808 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and atmosphere was great, we were a little annoyed by the 4% service charge added to our bill when asked, they said it was to help cover healthcare expenses for their full-time employees. Our first thought was to deduct it from the tip however that would affect our server not the company. Our server, he was great.
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Carin VIP
Orange County12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food is better than ever. Seating etc is still hard and less comfortable than I would like.
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Joanna VIP
Orange County280 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience at Puesto tonight. The Puesto perfect guacamole is not to be missed. It has amazing reggiano Parmesan cheese on top. The pineapple aqua fresco is so refreshing and. delicious. The filet mignon taco was cooked perfectly. Server was friendly and accommodating. Can’t wait to dine here again.
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Dear Joanna, We’re so happy to hear you had a great experience at Puesto! The Puesto Perfect Guacamole is definitely a fan favorite—there’s just something about that Parmesan, right? 💛 And we couldn’t agree more—the filet mignon taco is always a winner! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal soon. Best, Ashleigh | General Manager
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Lisa
Orange County30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and delicious food. Taco Tuesday was an excellent deal.
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Thanks, Lisa! Taco Tuesday is always a win! 🌮 If you loved that deal, you might want to check out Restaurant Week, running until Saturday the 8th—we've got some special offerings you won’t want to miss. Hope to see you again soon! Cheers, Ashleigh | General Manager
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Cesar VIP
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
They will add a surcharge to the bill without telling you
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Hi Cesar, thank you for your feedback! We want all guests to feel informed about their dining experience. The 4% surcharge is noted on our menu and helps support premium health benefits for our full-time team members. If you ever have questions about your bill, our team is happy to clarify. We appreciate your visit and hope to see you again soon! Cheers, Ashleigh
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Lindsay
Orange County1 review
3.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Our server was nice but barely came to our table the 2 hours we were there even though it really wasn’t that busy. We ended up having to flag down a different server just to get drink refills. The food was excellent however when we received the bill we saw that there was a 4% surcharge automatically added on. We asked what it was for and were told it was added to every bill to help the company pay their servers health insurance? They ended up taking it off of our bill.
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Dear Lindsay, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience wasn’t up to our usual standards. I’ve reached out to you directly to address your concerns, and I appreciate the opportunity to make things right. Best regards, Ashleigh
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Patty VIP
Orange County17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant! The food and drinks were delicious and we had the best service from CeCe! She made our dinner even better. We had the guacamole to start, tacos (shrimp, fish and mushroom), corn, rice and beans. We don’t live close but will totally make the drive to come back!
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Dear Patty, Thank you for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and especially CeCe’s amazing service—she truly makes every visit special! 🌮✨ We appreciate you making the drive to dine with us and can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal. See you soon! Best, Ashleigh
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Kim
Sacramento2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The filet mignon taco is one of my favorite foodgasms. The interior is truly a work of art. The staff is not only professional, but kind. I know some people might think $11 is expensive for a taco, but once you’ve tasted the food, you will discover that the quality and flavor are well worth the price. Enjoy!
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Kim, A foodgasm—now that’s the kind of review we live for! 😏 The filet mignon taco is a showstopper, but if you’re ever feeling adventurous, ask about our secret menu—you might just fall for the Cali or Heroe taco, both featuring that same melt-in-your-mouth filet! 🌮✨ Thanks for the love, and we’ll be here whenever you need your next taco fix. Best, Ashleigh | General Manager
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Eric
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had so much fun celebrating a birthday at Puesto! The tacos were amazing as always and the deserts were over the top! Thank you!
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Hello Eric! We’re so happy you chose to celebrate with us! 🎉🌮 Amazing tacos and over-the-top desserts sound like the perfect birthday combo. Thanks for letting us be part of the fun—we’d love to celebrate with you again soon, even if it's just a Wednesday night! Best regards, Ashleigh General Manager
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Paul VIP
Orange County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is an absolute mexican food staple! I am a frequent customer and never leave disappointed!!
Puesto Los OlivosResponded on 3 March 2025
Paul, we love hearing that Puesto is a staple for you! 🌮🙌 Your continued visits mean the world to us, and we’re thrilled to keep delivering the flavors and experiences you love. Can’t wait to welcome you back for your next meal—maybe a secret menu taco next time? 😉 Best, Ashleigh | General Manager
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Puesto Los Olivos offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 608-9990.

Puesto Los Olivos is rated 4.6 stars by 1808 OpenTable diners.