Carlos was amazing! He was very attentive and helpful! As a first time guest he definitely made the experience memorable! My new favorite taco Tuesday spot! read more

This was our first time eating here and we loved it! Great food and great service! Carlos was so friendly and helpful! Can't wait to go back! read more

Carlos was amazing, excellent food and service! Tuesday happy hour offers great value.

Excellent service Great nachos Great quesadillas I'm going there today Great iced tea too read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance...nice place with plenty of seating inside and outside[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service..fast and friendly Food..good..got the mushroom tacos with rice and blends..good flavours..love the hot salsa..good quality Thr mango habenero drink was okay...needed aome salt and more spice read more

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Came to Cha Cha's a couple times many years ago. First time here on a taco Tuesday, where tacos are 50% off along with 50% off tequila. It's available for dine in only after 3 PM. When we arrived around 6:30 PM, there was a short waiting period of about 20 minutes or so for our party of three. The parking lot was pretty full as well. It's a big center with Target nearby. There are plenty of spaces but further away if you don't mind walking. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was pretty loud inside the restaurant with all the tables filled.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Chips and two salsas were brought out and we liked the red salsa over the green salsa. The chips were not as tasty. Our server was pretty friendly and made some recommendations on his favorite tacos. I chose the shrimp and short rib, which were his favorites and also a fish taco. The plate also comes with black beans and rice. It was pretty good. I enjoyed the shrimp and a short rib, the most. The meat had a little kick to it and it was tender and flavorful. I'm looking forward to returning again with more family and friends. read more

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Really impressed with the enchiladas here! Both the rice and beans were enjoyable too! I loved the complimentary chips, they were so good and perfect touch to our meal! The service was nice, our server was really helpful and friendly! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had Latin music playing and the interior design successfully created a fun ambiance![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Chicken Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Solid food with great prices. Casual, clean and delicious! They have lunch specials and additional specials that are great! The service is impeccable. Quick, easy and good! read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Big upgrade from our last visit. The manager reached out and invited us back for a better experience so we visited last night for an early dinner. Service was excellent! Coming in early we sat on the patio and really enjoyed the beautiful weather. Ceviche sampler was solid. Everything was pre boiled and a little tough but the flavor was on point after some extra lime. You get a lot for your $$. Cha Cha's food really packs flavor. My wife's salad was so perfectly seasoned and the steak was cooked perfectly. This is one of the better salads I've had in a long time. The Ropa Vieja was the star of the show. Perfectly cooked shredded beef with a beautiful sauce served with their very flavorful rice and black beans. I even loved the smashed, fried plantain on top. Much better than our last visit, I see what the hype is about. read more

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Haven't been to this spot in a while as we moved a few years ago. Wifey and I were in the area and dropped in at the bar for a throw back date night. Man! This place still got it after all these years! They were very busy on a Thursday evening, but Miguel and Eric made sure we were well taken care of. Great drinks, delicious food (and my wife is Mexican so... she picky) and chill fresh vibes at the bar outside with a nice breeze to keep us company. Chas Chas - you definitely did not disappoint and made our date night special. We will be back as it is well worth the drive! read more

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Finally got a chance to try this place out. There's ample parking. Ambiance has an authentic Spanish feel. Restaurant is open, clean & spacious, is open and nice. Service was fantastic. We felt their warmth, friendliness and tended to. We ordered the following dishes for 2: *Ceviche sampler: duo shrimp ceviche & ahi aguachile. Preferred the shrimp ceviche. The ahi was a bit too fishy. *Fresh seafood caldo was fantastic with great sampling of fresh shrimp, clams, fish, squid, herbs, light toasted angel hair pasta on a bed of savory saffron tomato broth. The dish was very fresh & flavorful; my favorite. Would definitely come back just for this!! Three enchilada combo came with rice & tasty beans. Libations: Mango-Habanero signature cocktail & Cha Cha's Margarita. Solid amount of alcohol. Chips with salsa - I preferred the red salsa more than the green salsa but both were good. read more

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Absolutely love their restaurant week menu. For $40, you get an appetizer, entree and dessert. They do take reservations which is great. We waited a bit for our table but then got seated. I enjoy their complimentary chips and salsa. The aquiles was very fresh and light for a hot day. My absolute favorite is their salmon dish!! Love the sauce they use! It's absolutely delicious and I usually get it with all veggies which is also great! This place is always busy! And they always have specials during the week. Must give it a try! SYOY! read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Fresh Grilled Salmon - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Excellent Food, excellent service I ordered the Grilled Romaine with chicken, the most delicious salad I've ever had I also ordered the calamari and shrimp appetizer, simply delicious Recommend this Restaurant 100% read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Shoutout to Crystal for being an amazing server! She checked up on us the perfect amount of times and paced our courses exactly how we asked. Personally, I'd recommend eating everything here family style. Apps: Aguachile & cheese potato taquitos The aguachile was refreshing and was PERFECT to eat with the complimentary chips. The taquitos were amazing, no notes. Mains: carnitas & crab and shrimp enchiladas The carnitas came in a sizzling plate and was so tender that it was falling apart on the fork. The enchiladas had a delicious creamy green sauce and the crab flavor was very strong. read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Specials menu - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

We said this was the best Mexican food we've had since our honeymoon in Cabo at Chileno Bay. 10/10 service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My margarita was strong but smooth! The asada fajitas were to die for. They aren't on the actual menu but can ask for them at any time. read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Watermelon Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

My new favorite Mexican restaurant, great location, with easy parking. I can go shopping and stop by for a quick meal. The house chips are thin and freshly made, their salsas are legit, they have a range of non spicy, to mild and very spicy options. I had a taco trio, they allowed special order substitutions, and our orders came out just the way we ordered thank you. read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Indoor, near the bar - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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We've been to The Cha Cha's in Brea, much bigger. Our server was Sofia S, very nice and friendly.. I had the Nachos, quite different than most nachos and I ate them all. My husband had the 3 taco's, said they were OK. I had the large Cadillac margarita, excellent "but" if I had know it was $29, would have gotten a smaller one. Our friends were with us and they also enjoyed their meal as they don't have Mexican restaurants near where they live. She had enchiladas and he had Carnitas.. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious Mexican food, a beautiful atmosphere, and excellent service![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were very pleased with our experience. The food was flavorful, and the tacos were especially amazing. On Taco Tuesday, they offered a great deal -- 3 tacos with small sides of rice and beans for only $9. Margaritas were around $24-$25, and beers were about $6. The calamari was excellent, and the ceviche was very good as well. read more

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Had a great experience at Cha Cha's. Sat at the bar on a Tuesday, the food was delicious, the drinks ( margaritas) refreshing. The bartenders Eric and Miguel were attentive to our needs and made our evening more enjoyable. Great place to enjoy a summer evening out. read more

Mid Mexican food, more of a bar and socializing space with large groups. I would t necessarily go back for the food but space seems drinking events. read more

I love their enchiladas suizas. The food is so delicious. The service was great and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the restaurant is always a vibe![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I highly recommend this place. read more

Solid place to have a night out and sit inside a covered patio. Came here recently with some friends and ended up getting the fajitas along with some happy hour drinks. The server/bartender was awesome! He even brought out some spicy salsa cause the ones that came with the chips we found too bland. Even the manager was really helpful and even offered us extra chips to help us finish our drinks after the meal. The restaurant is inside a mall that has several restaurants and unless you want to sit at the bar, I would definitely make a reservation or get put on the waitlist and come back. The decor is a little swanky with candles here and there and a good noise level that you can still hear the person two seats away without the music drowning them out. I would recommend the happy hour to get things started with the alcohol and food. read more

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I go to Cha Cha's often to imbibe, good food and well-made margaritas. As busy as it was last evening, I saw this set of drinks that had been prepared for a table of guests, and I thought now that is cocktails done right with fresh juices, good spirits and colorful presentation. It was worth taking a photo and posting. The bartenders can be very proud of their work. Bravo & Salud! read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

I forgot to take a picture of the steak enchilada I ordered haha they had a 3 course special for $29. I have the chicken tinga tostada, steak enchiladas, and vanilla rice pudding. It was a great price for the amount of food you get! I didn't really like the red salsa that came with the steak enchiladas but the steak was delicious and tender. I love the ambiance here and the music they have playing. The bar area was fun! Everyone was so friendly as well. Definitely want to come back to try out more items! read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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Came for happy hour, joined a group of friends who had already been there a while and who had finished eating but were still drinking. We ordered crispy calamari and shrimp and the steak nachos with a pitcher of sangria. Food was tasty, sangria was especially delicious. Portions are small for the price, even considering it's happy hour. Service was haphazard but seeing as happy hour was limited to the packed and noisy bar area, that's somewhat to be expected. Not expected though was our friends' final order of tequila shots to be downgraded and then to be gaslighted by the staff when the difference was noted. "It looks different because it's been chilled," is not a plausible excuse. Instead of replacing the order immediately, a series of people working there were dispatched to give the runaround. Eventually the shots were replaced but by then the dining experience was soured. Those friends quietly vowed to not return, which is unfortunate because the food and drinks are pretty good but if the customer service experience is frustratingly bad, it's best to take your business elsewhere. read more

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It has been a while since we were last here. We had relatives visiting recently and we all wanted to go out for light dinner and some drinks. There were not a lot of places open then, and a few more about to close & so we ended up here. We ordered flautas, aguachile, clams, enchiladas, empanadas, tacos and ceviche. And we enjoyed them all! Our guests are not fans of Mexican food, but they enjoyed it too! For drinks we had a few of the classic margaritas and flavored ones such as mango & watermelon. Beer and soda. Service was good and prompt. And our waiter was nice and easy to talk to. Place is nice with a good casual vibe. It wasn't too loud that our group was able to have a nice conversation catching up with each other. They do have happy hour, but not that day. So check their happy hour and take advantage of it! read more

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This was my first time despite seeing it for years and I was so pleasantly surprised! The meat was cooked perfectly and it was super tender and flavorful. The staff was so friendly and accommodating and the outdoor patio area was pleasant to sit at. read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Such a great experience and such sweet employees...[[HIGHLIGHT]]The most important thing that the kitchen is visible for all and it was crystal clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was good and the drink (tamarind margarita was so delicious). For appetizer, we got guac $11 and ceviche $16 and both great. For first time i tried grilled heart of romaine with grilled shrimps...It was yummy, new and different for $26. Also we got shrimp tacos (3 of them for $18)...For the quality food that we got the pricing was reasonable...I really liked that the waiters were so careful and we never felt the lack of service. 5 stars! And definitely one of the places that itwill be on my want go list. read more

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Cha Cha's was a pleasant surprise. We sat on the outside side of the bar. It would be great to see this place in the summer when the walls are all open. The bartender was quick to take our order and get some margaritas in front of us. The large was a great size for dinner and conversation! We got some guac to go with the chips and salsa. It was good, but we had to get some limes to juice up the flavor a little. The salsa verde was a highlight for me, it was fresh and flavorful. We ordered the crispy shrimp and calamari. It was a big platter, there were only three shrimp and I think it was heavy on the fried vegetables. It was tasty, but the sauces were a little bland. The venue is great and the service was good. Good service, good food, cool location. read more

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Good food, atmosphere and service. Best margaritas! Check fir promotions on certain days. Always consistently good.

went for my dad's bday and so glad that all the dishes we had were so good! we got the seafood caldo, 3 enchilada combo, and a weekend special for $29 (appetizer, entree, dessert). the $29 deal included shrimp ceviche, 2 enchiladas, and rice pudding con leche for dessert. my parents are pretty particular about restaurants but they loved all the food! they gave my dad a complimentary bday flan which is very nice. service is friendly and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the restaurant has a nice ambiance[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - Seafood Caldo, Three Enchilada Combination - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

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This is a bit of a more upscale Mexican place that seems very popular for social gatherings. There are some families but it seems more an adult place. We started with drinks with chips and guacamole. The guacamole was obviously very fresh with big chunks of avocado -- I love it that way. My wife mixed in a little bit of the salsa on her side for a little more kick. I had the tacos and they were very good. The steak was well cooked -- still juicy despite being cut up in small pieces. My wife had the shrimp and crab enchiladas and they were delicious -- you could really taste the crab. Service was excellent. The manager came by to ask if everything was ok. Our server noticed that I was running low on my soda and proactively provided a refill. read more

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Eric is hands down one of the best bartenders around! Not only does he make an incredible margarita, but he truly goes above and beyond to make every guest feel welcome. He takes the time to get to know his customers, remembers people, and always makes great conversation. His friendly personality and outstanding service are a huge reason I keep coming back. Highly recommend! read more

Whenever I come to eat here, the bartender Miguel serves me and he gives excellent service. It gives you chips and makes you feel with a pleasant moment in the stay. However, at this moment I came to dinner and the bartender spoke to me without any interest, he didn't ask me anything and not even a reception like I serve him or something like Miguel does. He answering the computer and half talking to me, very bad service. They didn't even offer me chips, I saw how others were attended well. I saw it as a racism of the bartender and little importance to his work. read more

To the staff and everyone that works here, this is one of the best places to eat at in Tustin! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Me and my wife come here all the time, and it's a pleasure each time with their caring servers and environment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a nice place to get dinner any day of the week.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There are special deals every day. I do enjoy the cal-mex and pan-Latin influences of the cuisines. It goes very well with my modelo negra I have with it each time I come. Check this place out and enjoy! read more

Carlos was an amazing server, was attentive and kind. I like the three salsas that came with the chips, especially the salsa verde.

Came in for their Sunday $20 lunch OC restaurant special which included a Caesar salad or pozole and an entree of your choice. I went with the shrimp and crab enchiladas and the Caesar salad and my dad ordered the chicken tostada salad. Our server Kim was super nice, attentive, and friendly. For starters the Caesar salad was yummy but lacking in dressing. The enchiladas, beans and rice were just okay. Ended up biting into a piece of shell from the crab and thought the rice had no flavor. The crème brûlée I ordered at the end was yummy, I would have preferred a scoop of ice cream vs this cream that came with it. Overall I found the flavors here to just be mediocre at best. read more

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Stumbled upon Chas Cha's on a beautiful Wednesday afternoon. Greeted quickly, the host was friendly. Our group of four were seated next to the kitchen which we were able to view. Our waiter was awesome! Very attentive and friendly, refilled anything we needed etc... The food, the green salsa, was so good I could drink it! The tacos, flautas and enchiladas and black beans were tasty. Their prices are reasonable, offering HH and deals such as two for $14. The owner or manager came to check and chat with us, which is rare these days. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience. We will be back if we're ever in the area again. Random Fact: The Cha Cha is known as a fun, lively, and flirtatious Latin dance read more

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen - 2 for $14 special! mushroom taco, chicken flautas with rice and black beans - Mexican Near Me - Irvine, California

Delicious Mexican food & a variety of delicious drinks especially the non-alcoholic drinks. The chips were hot thin & fresh, the guacamole was fresh with chunks of avocado & the salsa was nice & chilled with a hint of spice. I ordered a lunch special with chicken enchilada & beef taco, served with rice & black beans...truly delicious. This is a great place for the whole family, date nights, large parties, business meetings ect...the restaurant is in a great location, has plenty of parking, inside & patio seating but their FIRST CLASS service & team work of togetherness in taking care of their customers is amazing. When you go to ChaCha's ask for Kim! She was truly awesome.Took fantastic care of us & I definitely look forward to going back to Cha Cha's when I'm in town again..Enjoy!!! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love coming to Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen, especially on those warmer days when you can enjoy the open-air atmosphere (as long as it's not too hot).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's such a fun and inviting place to relax and enjoy great food and drinks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I usually sit at the bar, and the bartenders are always friendly, attentive, and provide great service. Their frozen mojitos are a favorite, and you can't go wrong with a shot of tequila or a Pacifico to go with your meal. The chicken or steak nachos are always a must for me, and I also really enjoy their ceviche -- both options are delicious. I usually stick with appetizers, but one time I had a steak topped with chimichurri, and it was fantastic. I highly recommend stopping by Cha Cha's for one of their many specials or just for a fun night out with great food, drinks, and atmosphere. read more