Love this restaurant. Best vibes and ambiance. Dim, patio is super cute! I recommend sitting in the…read morepatio vs inside. The chorizo mussel clams steamer is so flavorful and good! Order an extra side of bread and dip it!! Perfect appy! Espresso martini was made to perfection. The filet was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Comes normally with fries but I got the garlic mashed potatoes instead. Service was great! Highly recommend this spot! Great for dates, girls date night and it's the perfect vibe!

I want to begin with an important distinction: my two-star rating is not meant to suggest that the…read morefood was terrible, the service was bad, or the restaurant unpleasant. It reflects something a little harder to quantify: value. The amount a restaurant asks me to pay inevitably creates a certain expectation. Food, service, atmosphere and price don't exist independently of one another; they form a package. And for me, the package simply didn't come together here. There were things I genuinely liked. We sat outside, beneath a corrugated metal covering, and I actually enjoyed the design of the space. The tables and chairs are a refreshing departure from the polished, corporate, "haven't I seen this in twelve other restaurants?" look. And the candle wall at the far end of the patio is simply wonderful--warm, cozy and genuinely beautiful. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the setting or the prices. We each had a beer: an 11.16-ounce can for $10. It was cold, fresh and perfectly drinkable. It also wasn't particularly good. Obviously, the restaurant didn't brew it, but ultimately they chose it, priced it and served it. We also shared the Chicken Empanadas ($18) and Mariscos Fritos ($22). The empanadas were... meh. Nothing particularly wrong with them, but nothing that made me want another one, either. The Mariscos Fritos were the bigger disappointment. The menu promises calamari and shrimp, although I honestly had trouble identifying much of either. There was plenty of fennel, which was far too raw for my taste, and the dish was a considerable distance from what I would describe as "cooked to perfection." And I want to be fair here: nothing tasted spoiled. Nothing appeared to have been fried in old oil. Nothing was inedible. We finished the plate. It simply wasn't enjoyable. The service was perfectly fine and, frankly, perfectly forgettable--and I don't necessarily mean that as criticism. Good service can be a little like music in a movie: sometimes you barely notice it, but you'd certainly notice if it weren't there. Nothing about the service bothered me, and nothing particularly stood out. What finally crystallized my feelings was looking to my right from our table and seeing a parking lot. At one point I was being blinded by the headlights of a car whose driver needed about four attempts to park. Had I been looking at the Caribbean Sea, I might have sipped my $10 canned beer, eaten my rather ordinary appetizers and thought, Well... I'm paying for the whole experience. But I wasn't looking at the Caribbean Sea. I was looking at a parking lot. And perhaps that's the best way I can explain the two stars. Two $10 beers and two appetizers brought us to $60 before tax and tip. That amount, by itself, doesn't offend me. I've happily spent similar amounts elsewhere and walked away thinking, Worth it. Here, I didn't. The food wasn't terrible. The service wasn't bad. The setting had some genuinely lovely touches. And the prices, considered in isolation, aren't outrageous. They simply didn't belong together. For what we ate, where we ate it, and the overall experience we received, I left feeling that what I had paid and what I had received were too far apart. And ultimately, that's what I'm rating.

I heard this place was good but hot damn was this place good!!! First come first serve seating with…read morea view of the foodie action! Servers checked in often and were very helpful. I loved everything I got! The ERIZO aka UNI SCALLOP mix was so fresh and seasoned to perfection. The CEVICHE DE ATUN aka BLUEFIN TUNA CEVICHE came right from the giant tuna hanging in the fridge. These dishes were bright and exactly what I hoped for! The PULPO A LAS BRASAS aka octopus was well cooked and had a yummy sauce on it. Top it off with fresh tomatoes, onions and hand made tortillas and got an amazing meal! The GUAC AND CHIPS and the CHURROS were great bookends to the meal! Everything was perfect.

I have been hearing about this place for a really long time and my friend from Texas was visiting,…read moreso we decided to give it a try. We heard how crazy the lines get so we went early. Since it is in a food hall we were able to grab coffee and wait. We ended up getting in line at around 10:45ish because there were people already standing. We ended up being the fourth group. We got a chance to sit at the bar so it was perfect timing. We got a few tacos, the shrimp, ceviche and the guacamole and the tar tar. The shrimp was super flavorful and was probably the best. Everyone talks about the octopus I think that was my least favorite one. Everything was really fresh and the service was great! I do not know if I will be back just because of how crazy the wait time would be. But if you do go then you should definitely arrive early!

Amazing food, amazing service, this is my go to spot for a margarita or a taco night - we…read moreespecially love coming here for thursday fajitas!! Our server Carlos was great as well, for some reason hes been our server the last 3 times we were here haha

the food was very yummy and my cha chas margarita was so good! carlos gave us good recommendations…read moreand was super friendly and attentive!

Went in on Saturday evening before a movie, for some drinks and apps. Alexandria was awesome. And…read moreso was the staff making sure we got our drinks and apps in a timely manner.

Service is great and relatively quick. Food is always delicious. My family and I love it hereread more

Ambience at this restaurant was beautiful. Jason our server was amazing but the food was really…read morereally great!!! We will definitely come back again.

I had an amazing experience at the Durango Cocina food was great, service was awesome and our…read morewaitress Camila did a great job

Had an unexpected lunch there!…read more Simply amazing authentic food, and vibes! The is very hands-on. The hospitality is great. Also they have $20 bottomless mimosas!!!

We came to El Matatan for a team dinner. The ambiance was…read morenice, relaxing, modern and moody. Service was friendly and to-the-point. For the table we ordered chips and guacamole, The guac was fresh, chips were tostada style, extra crunch was perfect for my taste. Personally I like a little more spice to my guac, but it was good and everyone at the table enjoyed it. For dinner I got the Surf n Turf tacos, they come with a side of white rice. They were delicious, packed with meat and veggies. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. small note: the two plantains on my plate were amazingly good, I'd actually trade the rice for more of those. I eyed the Burger one of our friends got and it looked amazing- I think I'll be back to try that burger out. I definitely recommend for a special night out, date night or group.

Visited to have breakfast for my husband's birthday. Food and drinks were great per usual. Maria…read morewas our waitress and she was phenomenal! Very attentive and she brought us a complementary dessert to celebrate my husband's birthday.

My friends and I met for brunch and had an awesome EXPERIENCE! We shared a mimosa flight, pork…read morebelly bites, Rib eye Chilaquiles, and churros. You can't miss this out on this experiencia Gastronomica! Our server Yasmin was the best and made some good recommendations! The prices were great too.

I've been to several cuban restaurants in the area but Bella Cuba is my favorite. Food, service and…read moreatmosphere is always exceptional when I visit. I came here with my friend last Sunday 8/16/26. for a late lunch. We were promptly greeted by staff and led to a table by the hostess. Our server came over after a few minutes and took our drink order which was a Pitcher of Sangria. Highly recommend it if you never had it before. My friend ordered the garlic chicken plate his favorite dish there while I decided on the saute Oxtail plate. It was my first time trying the Oxtail and it was delicious. The meat was tender and fell off the bone easily. The Oxtail was well seasoned and cooked to perfection. And came with side of black beans, white rice, and plantains. As we ate we notice that it started to get busier in the late afternoon early evening. I bet it's due to its reputation more than anything. Will return, highly recommend for cuban food.

We recently hosted an employee appreciation dinner for 36 guests at Bella Cuba, and the experience…read morewas exceptional. The owner, Antonio Chaidez, and his staff provided outstanding hospitality from start to finish. Thanks to our pre-ordered selections, the kitchen timed the entrees perfectly, following a wonderful assortment of welcome appetizers and drinks. Furthermore, the team went above and beyond by plating and serving our external celebration cakes completely free of charge. Thank you, Mr. Chaidez and staff, for taking such excellent care of our team!

Came here and had a great experience. We tried a few pizzas along with some beer and wine, and…read moreeverything was really solid. Loved the intimate atmosphere, super cozy, perfect for a relaxed night out. Service was great and the team was on top of it, I forgot my servers name but he was awesome. I also love that they serve breakfast... definitely coming back to try more, but the breakfast burritos are 10/10! Overall, a really enjoyable spot with a great vibe.

1. There is no breakfast cafe vibe in this place. Instead of vibe, this place has many flies trying…read moreto land on our coffee cup and pastry. 2. There is breakfast Bruno in the menu in the yelp review, and that's why I went there. However, the coffee guy said they took Bruno from their menu 4-6 months ago. I highly recommend that the owner take a little time to update the online review and pictures. 3. The coffee table is sticky and dirty. We can see some jam left from last customer on the table. 4. This is the first breakfast cafe I went to served our expensive, cold and soggy pastries in a paper bowl. 5. The latte is cold as well. My husband has to pull his hot coffee to the latte to make it warm. 6. I chose this place because of online views. How can this place earn 5 full stars ?????? 7. At the end, I and my husband made a bet. This place will close in 18 months. Is there anyone bet together with us?

Food is fantastic, service is great. Easy parking…read more Best empanadas in Orange County. My favorites are the spicy versions!

SO GOOD PLEASE GO…read more Bruh. Food is gas. Service is vibes. What more do you want. I knew this place was god when we walked in and all the regulars are joking in Spanish with the employees and giving them sh** hahaha. Good place with a family business type of vibe. The guy was nice and everything was fresh.