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    4.4 (5.2k reviews)
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    Shrimp Ceviche
    Marina M.

    The tacos and the nachos were so yummy!! The wings were also a hit on the table. We came on a Tuesday so we had to get tacos! The menu had a wide selection to choose from. I liked the inside or the resturant and the music nice. Idk if the day or time we went was busy or not but the service was not good. We felt neglected and had to ask for the same thing over and over again. I also felt somewhat ignored, maybe the waiter was overwhelmed but Idk. I don't know if I would come again to be honest but it was nice to try.

    Steak taco and chicken flautas
    Leanne D.

    Treated a friend to a birthday lunch here since she loves Mexican food. We both ordered the crab and shrimp enchiladas and they were tasty. My one complaint is that the enchiladas were only luke warm and I had even asked for them to be sure they were extra hot since I've experienced this before. In my opinion, the quality of their food is not as good as it used to be, which is very disappointing since this used to be one of our favorite places to go for Mexican food. The service however is still top notch here.

    Lunch special, Enchilada, flautas w mango salsa. Black beans are so good.
    Jeesoun S.

    We got back there to celebrate our Anniversary at ChaCha. Almost same, the menu was same, nothing was changed. I heard the owner passed away last year. We met and talked to him during our lunch last year. The service, foods, price are all great. I feel comfy whenever I am here to enjoy my enchilada w flautas. I was full and left my stomach for the complementary dessert, Flan au caramel. Everything was good today. But we were so sad to hear about the owner. They have lots of promo by day, weekend brunch, happy hour.... Good location to hang out in the downtown Brea.

    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.

    Mezcal mule, sangria
    Connie V.

    ahi aguachile was delicious amazing drinks good. Spanish music very good. After all very good experience.

    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!

    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.

    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.

    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.

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    Food was delicious! Server Desiree recommended a Tamarindo margarita and it was delicious.

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    Do u take apple pay?

    Yes

    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

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