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    Chelas Mexican Kitchen

    4.4 (247 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    John M.

    Got my hair cut today and after that difficult task was done I was hungry. Luckily nearby was Chelas. Been here before so it was an easy choice to slide on in. I have been jonesing for a good bean and cheese burrito for some time now. Over that time I have been very disappointed in the B&C burritos I have come upon. Some even from my trustworthy B&C places. This was my first B&C burrito from Chela's and was looking forward to their version. At the last minute, without warning, planning or any notice I ordered my bean and cheese burrito wet. I was feeling kinda wild! Also, I asked for some chips and salsa in the side. When it was rung up, the cost was quite high and it made me step back. So I did question the charge. I didn't realize that when I ordered chips and salsa the guy thought I meant another full order of large bag of chips and a pint of salsa, not the little bag and little cup you get with your order. A nice gal helped fix that and the order cost looked much more reasonable. Whew! Financial crisis averted. I sat down after getting my Diet Pepsi (won't hold it against them that they don't have Diet Coke). Soon after, I was brought a small bag of chips and some salsas. Get the chipotle and you will not be disappointed. Shortly after that my plate with a HUGE bean and cheese burrito with lots of sauce, cheese and a drizzle of sour cream. Check the pic out, it's a beauty. The taste did not disappoint. Great beans, ooey, gooey cheese inside and out. The wet sauce was great. I thought it would be a verde sauce, but it was red. Next time I will see if they have a verde version for me to try. Just a really great B&C wet burrito. Delicious. With the chips, I only ate half the massive burrito and am already looking forward to lunch tomorrow to eat the other half. I don't give out 5 stars to many places. They have to blow me away with food, service, consistency, on and on. Chelas is an order at the counter and they bring it to you kind of place. The people taking orders and bringing food are quite nice and always willing to see if you need anything. The food has been consistently very good. All wrapped up, it's one of my favorite places around. Great job.

    Looking forward to trying the chilaquitas!
    Denise S.

    This was our first time here. We were in the area and yelped breakfast so we decided to try it. We had the chiliquitas, which was new to the menu. It was a winner ! We were warned that it might be spicy so she let us try the habanero sauce and it is very spicy but delicious. We asked for it on the side and dipped into it to eat with the green sauce already on it. She also gave us 3 other salsas to try. All delicious. We mixed a little tiny bit of habaneros salsa and it was perfect! I love the artwork too! Edgy! I look forward to coming back and trying the Chelas MVP Burrito. It was voted best of OC.

    Bob S.

    The chicken tacos were very fresh savory, juicy, cheesy flavorful, and delicious. Also, the beans and rice were super tasty, and the chips are super crunchy, crispy, and salty, and the pineapple cream soda was really sweet and refreshing, good service, nice atmosphere, and I had an excellent experience here today.

    Hi I love chelas but the guy taking orders makes me not want to return he looks like he does not want to be there and is not friendly! Takes orders with attitude!

    Adele M.

    Met there yesterday with a group of girlfriends, we love the fact that everything is made fresh to order nice inside and outside patio seating. I would prefer that they would take my order at the table than to have to stand up and order it, but the food was delicious the burrito That I got was awesome. We will go back.

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    Anita M.

    It's the Chela's salad with chicken added. So good. I also like the verse salsa and the chipotle salsa.

    1st time trying a Jarrito. Such a light & refreshing drink. And when poured into a glass w ice it turns so light & bubbly!!
    Mary J.

    Ok this is my 2nd visit. And I came back because the 2 cheese enchiladas plate is AHMAZING!!!! Chela's is the ONLY Mexican restaurant Uve been to that doesn't use the typical red sauce on top. They use an absolute delicious fresh topping of Mexican cheese, cream, tomatoes, and lettuce. it is so refreshing!!! I've been twice and I plan to go back again real soon! Well done, Chelas!!!

    2 taco Tuesday-Carnitas Papas are delicious. Comes with chips 2 salsas.
    Rex C.

    Taco Tuesday! 5.50 for 2 crispy tacos. 2 salsas and small bag chips. Everything fresh and delicious. You can order online (website) Ribeye burrito is awesome. Beans too. Happy hour and Thursday specials too. Fresh and tasty. Come try.

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    Great food and great service !!!! I can't wait to try other things on the menu ... looking forward to the next time!!!!

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    The food is fresh and tastes wonderful, and the service is amazing. We loved the fish burritos, along with the homemade chips and salsa.

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    I just found out recently I'm allergic to garlic and onion. Do you have any dishes that are garlic and onion free? For example, what is the chicken in the crispy chicken tacos marinaded in and seasoned with? Thank you!

    Hello, Crispy chicken has Garlic onion, tomatoes, salt,pepper. Most of our marinades have one or both of those ingredients including our salsas. My apologies we don’t have… 

    Do you fried the beer batter fish in a separate fryer from the GF chips? My son has gluten and soy allergy. Thank you!

    Hello, Yes our beer batter fish is fried separate than our chips. We use canola oil for everything.… 

    What type of oil do you guys use in your fryers? I have a gluten allergy, what things on your menu is gluten free?

    Hello, We use Canola oil on all of our food.… 

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