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California, United States Food Guide: 9 Mexican food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Laguna Niguel
Best Mexican restaurants nearby. Discover the best Mexican food in Laguna Niguel. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Mexican restaurants near you.. Laguna Niguel is a suburban city in Orange County, California in the United States. The name Laguna Niguel is derived from the words "Laguna" (Spanish for "lagoon") and "Niguili" (the name of a Native American village once located near Aliso Creek). As of the 2010 census, the population was 62,979. Laguna Niguel is located in the San Joaquin Hills in the southeastern corner of Orange County, close to the Pacific Ocean, and borders the cities of Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Mission Viejo and San Juan Capistrano.
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9. Chelas Mexican Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By 878cheyennep
I'm very upset that I bought a Restaurant.con voucher for $25 and the restaurant did not honor it. Customer service was non-existent too the day we went for lunch. The cashier was just not friendly. For the positives: I like their chips and salsa and their carnitas, steak, and steak enchiladas are okay. The negatives: Their guacamole was such a let down. No flavor and barely any avocado. It was full of onions and it had no flavor. The my daughter could not eat the fish tacos because the sauce was too spicy for her. I didn't bother telling the cashier because she already was not helpful when I complained about the guacamole. Spent $51.46 for lunch and we had to feed my daughter something else as soon as we left. We will not be back here.
8. Baja Fresh
Reviewed By Margo M
Baja Fresh is one of my favorite fast food restaurants because the food is always fresh and made with quality ingredients, the staff is always nice and professional and the restaurants are always clean. You can't go wrong! This location is not as busy as others, as it is in a strip mall, so there's not a lot of waiting and usually plenty of tables. I like the shrimp avocado menu items, but everything is great and be sure and try their mango salsa.
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7. Amber's Cantina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By LagunaMike
This is a good, honest Mexican restaurant that serves the usual fare. There are a couple of differences that distinguish it: It has the brightest, best salsa I have had in a restaurant. It does not scorch you mouth--in fact, it's not hot at all. But it has a delightful tomato taste, with the right blend of onion and mild peppers, to accent the dishes they serve it with and the chips.They have a variety of dishes, from the "usual" Mexican plates (including rice and beans and one, two or three entrees) to the monster "Amberito", a burrito stuffed with chicken, rice, beans, beef and "secret stuff." It was excellent, as was my (second visit) two item combo plate.Service was probably 3 star--a little slow but friendly and attentive when they looked your direction. The restaurant had a steady stream of customers, and none looked unhappy as they left.Prices are modest for this kind of place, and parking is plentiful.
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6. Avilaâs El Ranchito
Overall Ratings
4 based on 225 reviews
It's a chain restaurant and the other locations are in Trip Advisor - just not this one..
Reviewed By CherryTravels17
My husband and I had lunch at Avila's El Ranchito. The restaurant offered indoor and outdoor seating. We ate outside with a peekaboo ocean view. The service was friendly. The drinks were good and the food was very fresh. The restaurant offered options for everyone, there were even menu items for dogs! We highly recommend the Avocado Bowl!
5. El Cortez Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By 878cheyennep
Chips and salsa: chips a bit too thin and salsa was pretty bland. They serve you a mild one and A spicy one. Service: friendly and good serviceFood: Albondigas soup, salad, and flan are fine. Enchiladas and kids cheese quesadilla were also okay. Spanish rice needed more seasoning. I really enjoyed the camarones al mojo de ajo. Although I wish it was served hot and not warm. Overall not a bad first time dining experience here.
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4. La Sirena Grill - South Laguna
Overall Ratings
4 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By RHTAB
We have been going to La Sirena for years and the food is always fresh. We have our favorites, mine is the Avocado/lime salad with chicken, others love the enchiladas, quesadillas with chicken, tacos. Their guacamole is excellent. Chips are crisp and fresh. Great staff, lots of smiles. We always order take out but the patio is clean with lots of people enjoying their food.
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3. Carmelita's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 493 reviews
Reviewed By nad911
Iâve visited Laguna Beach many times before & it never disappoints, such a beautiful beach town.You have a significant choice in dining options from fine dining to fast food.This was my first visit to Carmelitas & wonât be my last.The cue outside was the first clue to a success & when ordered did not disappoint. Highly recommend both food & service.
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2. Sharky's Woodfired Mexican Grll
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By roadtrekker
A large group of us were well-received by Sharky's, with abundant but pretty ordinary Mexican food in a very noisy atmosphere. One orders at the counter, and food is brought to the table. The seafood dishes were good.Although I appreciate you mentioning that some of the dishes you had were good, I'm saddened that you weren't fully impressed with your meal. Serving unique menu items is our goal, and an opportunity to learn more about how we might better satisfy you in the future would be appreciated, so please send me an email at [email protected] including the date and time of your visit. Sincerely, David - Sharky's Woodfired Mexican Grill
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1. Avila's El Ranchito Laguna Niguel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By wcshepherd2
This is a consistently performing restaurant. The staff are friendly and quick to serve all customers. Matters not if your at the bar or a table (large outdoor eating area) they serve with a smile. The chips and salsa are great and Margaritas the best. Oh, enjoy the food too. I particularly enjoy their Avilaâs salad.
