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    Burritos La Palma

    4.5 (166 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Chanelle G.

    Good, but not Michelin-hype worthy (and a weird vibe) While in Costa Mesa, we stopped by Burritos La Palma--a Michelin-recognized Mexican spot I've been hearing a lot about. I'll start with the positives: the place is clean, parking was easy (which is a big deal in this area), and the service was great--friendly and fast. Everything came out fresh and hot. I ordered two of their small burritos and a torta, and overall, the food was good. But if I'm being completely honest... I was expecting more. For a Michelin-rated spot, nothing really stood out as amazing or memorable. It didn't have that "wow" factor--it honestly felt comparable to other solid local Mexican spots nearby. Not bad at all, just not something that made me understand the hype. Now for something unexpected that kind of threw off the whole experience... While we were there, a woman showed up outside with a microphone and started talking to patrons about local politics. She wasn't rude, just completely out of place. There's both indoor and shaded outdoor seating (which is nice), but people were clearly there to enjoy lunch--not get approached about policies. We chose to sit inside, but we could still see everything going on. People were visibly uncomfortable--staring, putting in headphones, even leaving early. It definitely killed the vibe. Bottom line: Clean, easy parking, fast service Fresh, good food Didn't live up to Michelin expectations Strange, disruptive atmosphere during our visit Was it good? Yes. Was it "OMG you have to go here" good? No. I'm glad I tried it, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back or recommend it--especially if the experience is going to be that unpredictable.

    Ashley U.

    Love this place to grab lunch the bean and cheese burritos are my favorite. On the smaller side you will need 2-3 to be full. They added some new menu items like the nachos and they were yummy. Also have tried the Birria (con todo and regular) and deshebrada those are good as well!

    Ken C.

    Burritos La Palma is a Michelin Bib Gourmand Recommendation as an inexpensive spot for good food. Their burritos run for about $5/each and they say that they recommend 2-3 burritos per person. The burritos are fun-sized, and the star of their show is their flour tortillas that are filled with your ingredients of choice. I think the frijoles con queso (bean and cheese) are the best complement to the perfect flour tortilla; however, if you get their "con todo", it has the bean and cheese with their birria meat. This was my favorite flavor combo. We also ordered their chicken tinga, which had contrasting bites of chicken, bite sized potato, and chipotle pepper. Got the chicharron burrito; however, I'd only recommend it to you if you like the texture of a chewy chicharron, which is not what I enjoy. While the burritos are smaller and you may need a few to fill you up, I do like the ratio of tortilla to filling. The lighter burritos make it easier to appreciate their great tortillas. Salsas are thin and watery with some jalapeno flavor. The burritos were also served with a side of raw jalapeno, which was fine. Overall, I think this is a great spot for an inexpensive meal (unless you need 5-6 of them to get your fill). I'd definitely come back if I was in the area; however, I do have other options closer to me in Long Beach (Sonoratown, Joliza's tacos) that may fill the craving.

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    Robyn D.

    First time here! The burritos were small and good. Especially great for under $5 if you have a small enough appetite for just one!! The beef birria was yum!! I didn't love the salsa but could tell it still tasted fresh, it just needed a little somethin somethin!

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    Tony J.

    If you're looking for a birria burrito, look no further. I highly recommend that you get there. Combo burrito. Their refried beans are amazing. This is a nice little restaurant. Pretty cozy, but it still feels that it has ample space. They don't have the table super close together and there is also seating outside. I happen to try most of the burritos, the one that I recommend is the birria burrito. The other burritos are solid as well, but I felt like they could use a bit more. Now this is coming from someone whose mom is known to be the best cook in the family. So maybe I'm judging them to my standards or to my mom standards, which I know is not fair, but you can't go wrong with anything you get here. I will definitely be back if I'm in the area.

    Kathryn T.

    Good new addition to the Costa Mesa area but be warned that it is different from the other taquerias in the area. Here's what you need to know: 1. Smaller burritos but the 2-3 options are filling 2. Normally, I'm a huge chicharron person but it was a little on the fatty side (so much so I couldn't fully enjoy it) 3. The salsa on the side is quite mild 4. Jalapeños are provided 5. Mexican soda options as well 6. Indoor seats available 7. Quick service It's worth trying at least one to see if it's your cup of tea. The con todo was probably the overall favorite.

    Tom T.

    Always craving this place. Tortilla is soft and delicious and the meat is very flavorful

    Christine N.

    Happen to be next to the plaza where Burritos La Palma and I was craving a burrito so it was meant-to-be! It was just before noon and we were the 2nd in line but wow...there was a line out the door when we finished ordering. We ordered the following: 01. Quesadilla Con Carne $6.75 - 4 Stars - Ordered this to-go so I didn't get a photo of it. I was told it was really good. 02. Chips & Salsa $3.50 - 4 Stars - You get a different salsa than the salsa for their burritos. It's a red salsa. A good amount of chips too but I didn't get a photo of it. 03. 2-Frijol Con Queso $4.95 - 5 Stars - The beans were seasoned well and the cheese was melty. No wonder it's a fan favorite. Their flour tortillas were so soft and warm, tasted very fresh. 04. Birria $4.95 - 3.5 Stars - The flavor was good, not too robust like other Birrias. I wished they would put the Birria Consommé on the side so the tortillas wouldn't get soggy. If you dine in, the tortillas will hold up but if you take it to-go, it does get a bit too soggy. 05. Chicharron $4.95 - 2 Stars - The one we didn't like. When I think of Chicharron, I think crispy Pork Skin. Theirs was super soft, more like soggy in texture. It wasn't good, the texture made it worse. The menu says it is spicy but it wasn't at all. I prefer the pork skin to be crispy. It's just my preference. I wouldn't order this again. 06. Deshebrada $4.95 - 4 Stars - One of our fave out of the 6 Burrito options. It had the most flavor and wasn't too drenched with the sauce. We loved the Green Chile and Potato combo with the Shredded Beef. PARKING - Located in the same plaza with CVS Pharmacy and tucked in the corner. There's plenty of parking, it's a busy plaza so just watch for drivers not looking. CUSTOMER SERVICE - Staff were all so friendly. Service was fairly quick. FOODS - Their Flour Tortillas are 10/10 for us. The Burritos are skinny and small about the length of your hand (normal size hands not small hands). The Flavors of the meats is not robust or charred, think of "Crock Pot", "Slow Cooked" style. That is what came to our minds as we were eating them. They are good but not a "WOW" factor for your tastebuds. Our FAVE is the Frijol Con Queso (Bean/Cheese) and the Deshebrada (Shredded Beef). Their salsa is on the watery side but decent. The flavor was not spicy at all, more mild-medium spicy level. When you order Chips and Salsa, it's a thicker Salsa. I don't know if you could swap out the watery one for the thicker one. Will ask next time. VERDICT - I would come back to get the Frijol Con Queso and the Deshebrada burritos. It's a decent burrito, just tell yourself not to expect a big burrito so you're not in shock. Yes, they are small but tasty. Yes they are different than most burritos but good. Did you know they hold the Michelin Award 5 Years in a row? Pretty impressive for a simple concept.

    Elisa B.

    WINNERS? Bean and cheese and the chicken burrito and potato (tinga) were my favorites. Smashing the burrito in the salsa is yum. It's a very light subtle flavor. Good with or without. I had the todo and I loved just the bean and cheese part. They are all good but I'm talking about favorites. The Beria? Bizarrely weird aftertaste. It tasted like nothing anyone is talking about in the reviews.

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    Jen H.

    Come here on a Saturday afternoon while it was busy but it was easy to find seating and the food came out fast. We ordered a birria quesadilla, a birria and deshebrada burrito. The burrito's were so yummy! I loved the tortillas and the birria but the deshebrada was my favorite! I loved the salsa they serve on the side as well. Perfect addition to enhance but not overpowering. The quesadilla was good but so wet that it got everything soggy. Clean restaurant and friendly staff.

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    Daph H.

    Burritos La Palma is famous for their flour tortillas, often cited as the best in LA. Their burritos are a smaller than the ones you usually see. Priced at about $5 each, they are long and skinny and come with a side of salsa. You can choose from six different flavors, including birria, chicken tinga and refried beans. I ordered two burritos which was just about right. Their tortillas are nice and soft. The birria was filled with delicious meat, while the tinga is a little on the spicy side. Their salsa is not my favorite - a little on the watery side but adds a little extra something. I'm somewhere between four and five stars but the service here deserves five stars. The staff is so friendly and makes you feel very welcome! Indoor and outdoor seating available.

    Bea K.

    I stopped by for a quick bite and ordered the bean and cheese, birria, and deshebrada burritos. The handmade flour tortillas were soft, chewy, and perfect. The birria and deshebrada were full of flavor, and the bean and cheese was good as well. I ordered way too much, I thought that the burritos were smaller, but I managed to eat a good amount. I would say two is very filling! One thing to note, my friend is pescatarian and couldn't try the salsa since it has meat in it. It would be great if they offered a vegetarian-friendly salsa option so everyone could enjoy. Other than that, the service was quick, the spot was clean, and I'd definitely come back.

    Three burritos

    The food is incredible Very authentic and reminiscent of my childhood with my abuelitas special burritos The service is unmatched in a setting like this. The staff remembered me on my second visit. Daniel was his name and he made me and my family feel like a part of their las Palma family. This place is a must try. And you will be back guaranteed.

    Quesadilla, shredded beef burrito along with a bean & cheese burrito.

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    From what I have read online the beans and the tortillas are cooked with lard.

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