Anepalco Restaurant

Name: Anepalco Restaurant
Address: 3737 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA, United States, 92868
Telephone: (714) 456-9642
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (651)

$30 and under

Mexican

3737 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868

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2 people

Jul 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Anepalco is a modern Mexican restaurant nestled beside ALO Hotel in Orange, California. Led by Chef Daniel Godinez, our kitchen blends traditional Mexican ingredients with contemporary techniques to create bold, regionally inspired flavors.

Whether you're joining us for brunch or dinner, you'll find something memorable—from our signature Chilaquiles and Guava French Toast to Al Pastor Tacos on organic handmade tortillas and our rich, housemade mole. In the evening, enjoy refined dishes like Cecina Aguachile, Short Ribs Barbacoa, or fresh Seabass with a coconut cream sauce. End your meal with desserts like Corn Cheesecake or Cream Cheese Flan.

Pair your experience with one of our handcrafted tequila or mezcal cocktails and discover why Anepalco is one of Orange County’s most celebrated dining destinations.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:15 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:15 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(714) 456-9642
Website
http://www.anepalco.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Daniel Godinez
Catering
Tell us a few details of your occasion, and we can create an special menu for your event.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
3737 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868
Neighborhood
Orange
Cross street
City Dr.
Parking details
Additional Parking Structure located in the back of the Ayres Hotel
Public transit
UCI Medical Center, ALOHotel, Disneyland, Angel's Stadium, Double Tree
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Margarita Tuesday
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 11:00 AM - 1:15 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:15 PM,Fri - 11:00 AM - 1:15 PM
Margarita Tuesday is here at Anepalco! Sip on our handcrafted margaritas made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, from freshly squeezed lime juice to house-made syrups. Whether you're a fan of the classic or looking for something adventurous, we’ve got the perfect pour for you. Join us all day for refreshing margaritas and a perfect midweek escape. Salud!
Sip & Savor
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Join us for Happy Hour at Anepalco Restaurant in Orange, CA, every Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM! Enjoy specials on wines, tap beers, well cocktails, and our signature margaritas. Pair your drinks with our mouthwatering appetizers like fresh guacamole and chips and make your evening extra special. Whether you're winding down after work or kicking off the night, Anepalco’s Happy Hour is the perfect place to relax and indulge!
Margarita Tuesday
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 11:00 AM - 1:15 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:15 PM,Fri - 11:00 AM - 1:15 PM
Make your Tuesdays unforgettable at Anepalco. Enjoy our signature housemade margaritas crafted with fresh hand-squeezed juices, natural syrups, and top-shelf tequila. Whether you love them classic or with a twist, there’s a margarita here waiting for you. ✨ Perfect for date night, friends' night out, or just because. 📅 Reserve your table now on OpenTable and toast to flavor, freshness, and good vibes.

Popular dishes

What 651 people are saying

Anepalco Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Orange County
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Anepalco Restaurant delights with "the best chilaquiles and mole on the planet" and "hands down the best Mexican food in SoCal." Its vibrant atmosphere and friendly, attentive service make it a prime spot for celebrations. Patrons praise its "unique mixologist cocktails" and flavorful, beautifully presented dishes, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

651 Reviews

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Kimmie
Los Angeles4 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
I try to keep an open mind about restaurants attached to hotels. After all, Parcel 104 and Postrio in the Bay Area were in or attached to hotels, and they won awards. Anepalco, though, isn't of that caliber. From not understanding how to compensate for subbing out the chicken for extra poblanos in a sandwich, to mushy corn on the cob and super dry chocolate cake over dry, bubbly flan, when Anepalco failed, they failed big. On the other hand, the pork belly chicharron appetizer was delicious, as were the hefty Cubano and tamarindo margaritas. I'm ambivalent about my hangar steak: the steak was indeed medium rare as requested and its accompanients were taste, but the whole dish was oversalted. My dad's cochinita pibil was more like wet pulled pork, heavy on the pineapple and very light on the achiote and spices. I noted in my reservation that this was an anniversary dinner, yet no mention of it was made - not in the greeting, throughout service, or a cute message in chocolate on the dessert plate. 3/5 at best. Definitely not worth the drive from Pasadena. We'll go somewhere else if we absolutely must eat in OC again.
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David VIP
Orange County16 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I booked from open table as I always do. I had asked for a romantic table for two seated next to each other like I always do. When we arrived the hostess wanted to seat us at the bar. I asked if she had read our request on our reservation. She sat us in the at a small table across from each other. Not that big of a deal but, it wasn’t busy at all and she could have sat us at a different table. We loved the food and the service as always. Hopefully they read the comments on our next reservation.
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Manny VIP
Los Angeles47 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The best chilaquiles and mole on the planet. Great guacamole and truly unique mixologist cocktails.
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Richard E
Orange County9 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
First visit. Four "mature" people. All pleased --- except for the noise both inside and outside. For young patrons (maybe up to age 25 or 30), the noise and especially the booming music inside would be acceptable, but for us it was unacceptable, so we ate in the outside area. Outside is lesser noise level but still very high because the outside is on a major street and there is a hospital area very close, with emergency vehicles going by. And, due to fact this is a main street, the traffic noise was high -- motorcycles, loud cars, trucks.
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Deanna VIP
San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Hands down the best Mexican food in SoCal. Anytime I’m up in that area. I’m going. This was my third visit and I brought a friend with me who I bragged about the restaurant too. She agreed hands-down the food was fabulous! The service was excellent, and I can’t wait to go back! We ordered Barbacoa Tacos, Waygu Tacos and the Appetizer Trio.
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kourtney
New Orleans / Louisiana3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was outstanding. Service lacking- I would still recommend based on cuisine.
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Letty
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was extremely hot outside and they were very nice and moved my party inside. They were kind and accommodating! I had my infant with me and I was very appreciative. The service was excellent.
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Marcos
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Anepalco is the perfect spot for a birthday or special celebration! The staff is so friendly and attentive, and the food and drinks were beyond amazing. Everything was full of flavor and beautifully presented!
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Daniel VIP
Orange County5 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Paella was not good unfortunately No flavor very bland and lukewarm
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cole VIP
Orange County6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is an unassuming location but the food was excellent. The vibe inside was great too. I’ll be returning regularly from now on. The carnitas were insane.
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FAQs

Anepalco Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Anepalco Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 456-9642.

Anepalco Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 651 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

3737 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
City Dr.
Neighborhood
Orange
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:15 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:15 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Additional Parking Structure located in the back of the Ayres Hotel
Public transit
UCI Medical Center, ALOHotel, Disneyland, Angel's Stadium, Double Tree
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniel Godinez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.anepalco.com/
Phone number
(714) 456-9642
Catering
Tell us a few details of your occasion, and we can create an special menu for your event.

Anepalco Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Offers

Margarita Tuesday

Sip & Savor

Margarita Tuesday

Popular dishes

Mole Enchiladas

Hanger Steak

New York

Menu

What 651 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Anepalco Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Anepalco Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Anepalco Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information