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    Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen

    4.4 (5.2k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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    Live music

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    Akisha E.

    The food here is so good! I came during lunch and ordered off the lunch menu. I got the Mix & Match, which lets you choose two items. I went with the chicken enchilada and chicken flautas, and it came with rice and beans. For $14, it was definitely a win. The portion was surprisingly generous, more like a regular sized meal than the typical smaller lunch portion. Everything was flavorful. I'm also a chips and salsa person, and their chips and salsa did not disappoint. I'll definitely be back.

    Short rib tacos  rice and beans.
    George R.

    Hello to all! Returned yesterday for taco Tuesday. Ordered the short rib tacos with rice and beans and queso fundido with chorizo. They were as always so delicious. You guys gotta try them. You won't be disappointed.

    Carne Asada Chimichurri | IG @moniquedao
    Monique D.

    The Carne Asada was nothing like I expected - it was much better. The steak was tender and topped with a delicious chimichurri sauce. As someone who loves chimichurri, I can confidently say this was one of the best chimichurri steaks I've had. I requested it cooked medium, and it came out exactly right with a nice sear on the outside and a slightly pink center. The nachos were interesting because they weren't assembled the typical way. Instead of piling all the toppings on top, each chip was individually topped, so every bite had a little bit of everything. It was a thoughtful presentation, although the overall flavor was just okay compared to the steak. The restaurant itself is much larger inside than it appears from the outside, with plenty of seating and a comfortable atmosphere. Service was friendly throughout our visit. Overall, the Carne Asada alone is worth coming back for.

    Grande Tamarindo Margarita
    Doug B.

    We dine at Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen in Brea frequently. We usually dine inside, but it was such a nice evening that we chose to dine on the open-air covered patio this time. We love their chips and salsa. The complementary chips were very fresh, and both the red and green salsas have a medium heat level. We also always enjoy their grade size margaritas. They are not boozy, but definitely pack a punch. I usually have the mango-habanero margarita ordered extra-spicy, but I felt like trying something new, so I tried the Tamarindo Margarita (El Jimador 100% Blue Agave, Ancho Reyes Chili Liqueur, Squirt, tamarindo, fresh lime, grande size $27). It was good, but was a little on the sweet side, and I barely got any heat. I'll go back to my mango-habanero next time. She had their limited time pineapple-poblano margarita (grande size $27). This was an off-menu special offering. It was excellent, with a great mix of fresh pineapple and a light heat and pepper flavor from the poblano. It was perfectly balanced and the sweetness was very light. I was jealous and wish I had ordered this also. We happened to visit on Thursday night which is fajita night. The deal starts at only $20 for veggie fajitas, with various proteins available for an additional cost. I had the steak fajitas ($27), and she had the achiote grilled chicken breast fajitas ($22). The meal starts with a big Mexican Caesar salad. It was very good, with the perfect amount of dressing, it was very filling. The picture doesn't do it justice, it is a large salad. The proteins arrive sizzling hot in a cast iron skillet. Our dishes had a generous amount of steak and chicken on top of a bed of peppers and onions. I got flour tortillas and she got corn. It's nice that they give you four warm tortillas wrapped in a cloth napkin. Most places usually only give you three. The standard meal comes with beans and rice but we both opted for all rice. The rice was barely warm, but we were already pretty stuffed so we barely touched it. Our server Nicole was great. She was very friendly and provided great service. My girlfriend only had a few bites of her salad and wanted to take the rest home. When they delivered our two fajita orders, spread across eight plates, they inadvertently took her salad away. Nicole made it right and brought her a full salad in a to-go box and bag. Excellent service! They often run a summer promotion where purchasing $100 in gift cards includes two additional $20 bonus gift cards. Hopefully this deal will come again soon. We will continue to dine at Cha Cha's frequently.

    Shrimp Ceviche
    Caes F.

    Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen serves up Hispanic Cuisine and the prices are not bad either! Thanks Breastie for the invite to Family Dinner Night. I opted for the Shrimp Ceviche after an entire day of eating. It was more on the Tomato Side and there was a kick from the black pepper. Not as good as Shrimp Ceviche from a Madre but not bad interpretation either. The chips that accompanied it were not bad as well. Solid place, great for Happy Hours!

    Kevin K.

    Didn't know what was going to be like had small doubts but out the gate the chicken flautus was really good but the star of the show was the carne asada plate I got it medium was perfectly juicy and seasoned, the service was real good and has Mexico City ambiance in here would defiantly be back

    Watermelon Margarita
    Nadia M.

    Updating my review since it's been a while. I love Cha Chas! They excel at everything, from food, to drinks to service, you name it and it's 5 stars. At our most recent visit, we tried the queso fundido appetizer and it was absolutely delicious. I also tried their limited time hibiscus margarita and it tasted so good. Our server was excellent and provided great service, and excellent recommendations, including the new margarita. Needless to say, we will be back here in the future.

    *Chicken Flautas Chicken Enchilada
    Anna T.

    This is a great spot to enjoy Mexican fusion cuisine during lunch time. On weekdays, they offer an amazing lunch special for $14. You can select two dish from their lunch special menu: -1 chicken OR cheese enchilada -1 chicken flautas topped with mango salsa (very mild) -salad -1 taco (chicken, steak, carnita or wild mushroom) This will come with a side of beans and rice. I ordered their chicken flautas and chicken enchilada. I honestly couldn't finish it so I had to take it home to finish. The value is amazing, especially during these inflated times. The staff is very attentive and welcoming. We were taken care from the moment we walked in, to the moment we left the door. Lively decor and a beautiful bar right in the center. Great to start a lovely date night

    Happy hour chicken enchilada + chicken flauta
    Sophia Y.

    Came here for the first time on Wednesday and had their happy hour menu at the bar, it was good and they offer chips with 2 salsas! I'll be sure to stop by more to experience their dining/dinner service, as i loved the enchiladas. I will say, my flautas were not crispy so I didn't enjoy them as much, but still really excited to come here again! A lot of people were there, clean and tidy, kind staff.

    Carne Asada Chimichurri
    Kimberly S.

    We came here a second time. I got something different this time. It was the Capas which had goat cheese on it. It's very heavy on the sauce. I wish it was a little lighter but I still loved the flavor. The carne asada, amazing as always. The potatoes are just the perfect crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. We also were given the flan and churros for dessert. The flan was our favorite. I've never tried flan this good before. I really liked the texture of it. The churros were delicious. I didn't really like the raspberry sauce that came with it. It was more sour and tart. I also want to give Sara a shoutout for taking care of us this night.

    Brian I.

    Had such a great experience the last week, so we decided to go back again. We definitely were not disappointed as the both the service and food were great. Both our servers and even the managers were very attentive checking on us through out the night. Decided to try some other dishes like the chicken mole and seafood enchiladas that were great. We were able to try the other deserts but I still feel the tres leche cake is still the best. Hint: on the weekends the restaurants here get pretty busy so I highly recommend making reservations.

    Habanero margarita
    Tia K.

    Came here to try the OC Restaurant Week special and loved it! The vibe is upbeat, but not chaotic. The service was great from the time we walked in until we left. Everyone was very attentive and friendly. My friend and I tried the potato taquitos to start - they were perfectly crunchy and flavorful. For mains we had the carnitas which were good and not dry, as well as the crab and shrimp enchilas. Those were my favorite! Took the desserts to go, but I did enjoy the flan when I finally got around to it! Oh, we also ordered drinks from the regular menu and enjoyed those as well. I would definitely come back and recommend this place.

    Nachos without meat
    Kim H.

    Cha Cha's is a favorite when choosing a fancier restaurant for happy hour or dinner. The decor adds energy and was thoughtfully selected. The service is excellent and each person we encountered was friendly and welcoming. They truly care about the customer experience and welcome feedback. It feels like they have the right amount of menu options and everything we ordered was well made and delicious! I've been here a few times and each time has been a great time.

    Caesar Salad w// steak added and Carne Asada Chimichurri

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    First time here and it was awesome. Definitely returning here. The drinks the food the service the atmosphere were all outstanding.

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

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    Do you have taco Tuesday?

    Yes, Taco Tuesday starts after 3 on Tuesdays and it includes half off our taco plates and half off any of our tequilas.

    Do you have a room or area for a family of 8 to dine and converse in private?

    We absolutely have a private area available; this would be our Private Room. It is a spacious room separated from the rest of the main dining area. However, due to the volume of requests, it is not guaranteed.

    Has your live band come back? Just trying to plan a night with family.

    Great question. Unfortunately, at the moment we do not have any live performances. ~Isabel… 

    Can you accommodate a lunch for 100?

    Hello Laurie, Thank you for your inquiry. We'd love to accommodate your request as best we can.… 

    Do you offer bottomless mimosas on Saturday?

    Hello Mia, Thank you for inquiring. We only serve bottomless mimosas on Sunday Brunch.

    How do I book a reservation for a large party? I've tried calling and no one answers the phone number provided

    Hello Marissa, my apologizes on that. I you would like to provide us with your phone number and or email we can reach out to you? or at you convivence you can email Jorge@chachaslatinkitchen and provide him with all of the information and he will… 

    What time is happy hour?

    Fri/Sat 11:30am-7pm Sun 11am-9pm Mon-Th 11:30am-9:30pm… 

    Is there outside dining?

    Yes they have a large patio area covered by an awning. It's pretty shaded. Enjoy!

    Is this a family friendly restaurant ? Mostly asking if the music is not too loud?

    Only the bar area is loud, rest of the restaurant is family friendly

    Do you have live music, if so what days and time?

    Thank you for inquiring, we currently do not have live music at our Brea location but we do have it at our Irvine location on Tuesday from 3-6pm and Sunday from 11am-3pm.

    Are there TV's in the bar area?

    Hello Ana, yes we have three tvs in the lounge. Jill

    What days do you have a live band?

    As of this moment we have not brought back any live music yet. When that happens and what days is yet to be determined.

    What music are you offering at this time? When does it start on Fridays? We are coming in June.

    Hi Michelle, thank you for your questioin. As of this time we do not have any live music. We don't have any plans in place yet as far as if and when we begin with live… 

    Tried making reservations for saturday for a party of 9, but was told we would have to sit at 3 separate tables?…

    Hello and thank you for considering cha chas for a night out. We do accommodate reservations for parties of 8 or less with our tight restrictions on social gatherings and social distancing. Timeframe also plays into our ability to accommodate such… 

    Do you take reservations?

    Hello Veronica, thank you for inquiring. Yes we do take reservation the availability depends on the party size and the date and time you are looking at.Did you have something in mind?

    I was thinking of 11-12. Is that reasonable? It's my birthday Sunday

    As my Civil Litigation professor used to say, define reasonable. Cha Cha's opens at 11 so you're probably safe arriving by that time. They also take reservations through OpenTable.

    What are the chances of getting a table reserved for My bday on Sunday for 12ppl?…

    Hello Ashley, thank you for inquiring, did you have a time in mind?

    Do they have a happy hour on saturdays?

    Check their website or call them.

    Do they have bottomless mimosas going on right now?

    Hello Ashley , thank you for inquiring. We do offer bottomless mimosas on Sunday for Brunch. 11-3pm

    Is there sit down dining for lunch?

    Yes

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    I ordered 4 fish tacos and 1 carnitas sope. The fish taco…read morewas very crunchy and tasted delicious! Fresh cut veggies on top and we took salsa, sliced lemon, and hot yellow chile to eat with the fish taco- sorry no pic- we were way too hungry- next time yes on the photo. The 4 fish tacos in 1 container is EXTREMELY messy- the tacos overlap and when you're trying to pick it up it's all over everything and you end up tearing the tortilla! Next time I'll tell them 2 fish tacos in a to go container. Carnitas sope was delicious! The masa was soft the carnitas meat delicious it was covered with some lettuce, tomato, cheese- the bottom layer was refried beans- very tasty- I'd order it again but try another meat like Al Pastor. I added some of their salsa and it was very delicious! I wanted to get the watermelon agua fresca but my husband reminded me we had cold diet cokes waiting for us at home next time for sure! Try the fish tacos on Wednesdays- it's on special!

    I have not tried this place three times. First two times I called in the order and someone else…read morepicked up for me. This last time was my first time eating at the restaurant. Food has always been good. Tried the fish taco combo with rice and beans. I have also tried the shrimp ceviche and the fish ceviche. I would recommend it all. When you order the ceviche you get a good amount of ceviche and they give you two tostadas. If you are not very hungry a ceviche tostada is probably the right amount to order and under $10. If you are hungry, try one of the combos. This last time I tried it was this last Sunday at around 5pm. The place was packed inside and there were also a few people sitting outside. It was not very loud inside which was nice. Place was clean inside and out. Customer service has always been ok. From placing orders the phone to in person service.

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    This location has been on our list of places to try for quite some time. We had never managed to…read morecatch it during business hours and always ended up at nearby spots instead. Luckily, that finally changed and we caught them open! This is a true family-run business, and if you haven't tried it yet, you should. We ordered a 2-item combo with a cheese enchilada, shredded beef taco, rice, and beans, and it was amazing. We also got the chicken à la diabla, and I can honestly say I've never had an à la diabla sauce that good at a restaurant. Everything tasted homemade and so comforting that it felt like leaving a friend's house after a meal his mom made. The vibe was fun, the service was great, and we were lucky enough to have the son taking care of us, which made the experience even better. Thank you for an amazing meal and great conversation. We're looking forward to creating many more memories here. This is officially our go-to spot because, quite frankly, the food here is on another level.

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    Came for a girls lunch date earlier to this weekend and this spot did not disappoint!…read more THE SERVICE: 5/5 - Quick, friendly, accommodating, and our waiter made a real effort to engage in conversation with us. The FOOD: 4.5/5 | Drinks: 5/5 Off the appetizers, we had the pork belly bites and dirty fries! First dish came with a long hot pepper, several mini tortillas, and 2 dipping sauces. The pork was crunchy on the outside and soft+succulent on the inside. I can see myself doubling up on this appetizer the next time I come. Dirty fries were great; it came with a generous amount of pickled onions - providing a really nice contrast to the savoriness of our meal. Our waiter graciously accommodated our request to have the egg on the side. Off the entrée/taco menu, my friend ordered the Korean tacos and I got the Ensenada (fish) tacos. But you can also order the Ensenada tacos with shrimp. These were delicious, I would have loved a little more lime crema to go with the fish - but not a big deal. I got a Watermelon Margarita. I wasn't expecting it to be HUGE, but it was the perfect amount considering how much food we as a pair ordered. My friend ordered the La Toxica table side cocktail and one additional mango cocktail. Table side cocktail was a whole show and my friend really enjoyed it. We had a great lunch at Tempo Cantina. I can't wait to try more of their bar menu, maybe even at night when the restaurant is lively

    Tempo used to be SUCH a fun spot! The line would literally be out the door, the music was always…read moreloud, and the whole atmosphere felt different from any other restaurant in the area. It was busy, upbeat, and just a really fun place to go. We recently found out they're under new management and apparently wanted to move away from the original "Tempo vibe." Well... mission accomplished because it was DEAD. Like, literally no one there. And instead of the loud, fun music we remembered, Michelle Branch was playing LOL. We were dying. At one point they even played a song I walked down the aisle to at my wedding, which is beautiful and all... but not exactly the Tempo experience I came for The food is still the same and was good, but everything that made Tempo Tempo feels completely gone. Now it just feels like a regular, quiet restaurant, and there are already plenty of those around. It's honestly a bummer because Tempo used to have such a fun energy and was always packed. I definitely don't see that line being out the door again anytime soon if this is the new direction.

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