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Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 19 times today
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Booked 35 times today
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• Mexican • San Juan Capistrano
Booked 32 times today
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• Mexican • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 20 times today
Booked 28 times today
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 11 times today
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
Booked 12 times today
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- MmikeVIPOrange County •47 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 22, 2025Cha Cha’s is our place for comfort food, a great time and great experience. Never fails!!More infoCha Cha's Latin KitchenPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Brea / La Habra•4.7
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- KKimVIPLos Angeles •27 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 16, 2025I visited Palenque Mexican Restaurant on Father’s Day with my tres amigos, and overall, it was a great experience! From the moment we walked in, the host who seated us was warm and welcoming, setting the tone for a good time. The real star of our visit was Sally—the bartender and our server—who was absolutely amazing. Her energy made the evening even more enjoyable, and her watermelon margaritas were next level. We loved them so much we each had about four! As for the food, it was a bit of a mixed bag for me. I ordered the camarones a la diabla, which I’ve had in the past and really enjoyed. Unfortunately, this time the sauce didn’t quite hit the same—it tasted reheated, and the consistency was off. It was still decent, but not what I remembered. On the bright side, my friends made better menu choices. The steak fajitas were flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the carnitas were hands-down the best dish at the table—crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. The bathrooms were clean (always a plus), and the atmosphere overall was vibrant and fun. Despite my so-so entree, I’ll definitely be back—especially for the drinks and to try more of the menu.More infoPalenque Kitchen - RiversidePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Riverside•3.5