We were recommended to try this place for their enchiladas! We had both the chicken enchilada and chicken verde enchilada. These were good but felt that something was missing, maybe salt or maybe something in the sauce. That being said, there was a TON of chicken inside. What we REALLY enjoyed was the coconut shrimp. These were huge, crispy, and coconutty. I'd also recommend the calamari tacos - my dad really enjoyed these. He said they were generous on the calarmi and flavorful. The service was also great. (Sit at the patio - beautiful view of the ocean) read more

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Amazing restaurant in Laguna right on the beach. Waiting can be big even at odd hours so keep in mind, you can reserve a spot on the phone. Parking is an issue but valet available at 4$ cash. Lots of vegetarian options available including beans, rice and if we can know cheese can be done. Love the veggie burrito and the veggie enchilada. Their chips was also very nice and fresh and there's salsa was pico de gallo. The ambience is nice for kids as it is right on the beach. They also have an outdoor patio seating but waiting can be an issue at times read more

I've been going here through the years. I don't drink alcohol anymore but from past experiences- Hands down strongest, tasty Margaritas I've ever had. I ordered a mocktail this past time, passion fruit virgin margarita! Omg, so good! Most importantly, A-MAZ-ING calamari tacos!! They are the best especially with whatever sauce is on it (chefs kiss ). Thinking back, I don't think I've tried any other dish at the restaurant since a friend introduced me there and to the calamari tacos. The staff is always awesome! The ambiance is very chill and outdoor seating is a must even at night! read more

Arianna, our server was very attentive! This was my first time and I felt like I was on vacation. Our view was like looking at a rainbow and reminded me to breathe. The calamari tacos with the guacamole was a perfect combination to hit my mouth. And, I did eat 90% of my flan. read more

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Excellent food, great service and amazing views. Margaritas are fire must try spot! Great read more

Coyote Grill - Carne Asada Taco Plate - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This is such a cozy little spot. Beautiful views. Cool staff. We came for happy hour right at 3 and the bar was already packed with regulars. We sat at a table and they let us still have happy hour, which was cool. We got the tortillas soup, and the albondigas. The soups are solid. Flavorful. Served really hot. No notes. Our server was super helpful and very attentive. They have good happy hour specials. We didn't get margs, but I imagine with so many, they have to be good. Parking is tough. Valet only. Or find a spot on the PCH. Casual. Fun. Festive. Lots of locals. A great little gem. read more

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When I'm in Cali I always try to go here. Great atmosphere, service, delicious food and drinks. Highly recommend

Four stars for the comfortable vibe and great view. Salsa is super good, chips could use salt though. Food is okay, not fantastic but not bad either. Tasted a little bland, could be me, but isn't that what Yelp is about...opinions? Service was good, female waitress was really nice, the gentleman we had was probably having an off day...other than that, I'd be back, would recommend. read more

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Dayyyym! I am so pleasantly surprised by my first visit here. It is straight up on pch. There is a view to die for. Having said that, it is comfy, beachy casual which I love. No frills family friendly vibes. Great news, there is valet parking! It's only 4 dollars. Very convenient and affordable. We sat on the semi open patio. We timed it perfectly for sunset! It was beautiful. For the food, the chips and salsa were fresh and delicious! They have happy hour everyday from 3-6. Only 8.50 for house margaritas. The food was discounted a few dollars too for happy hour. You can not beat the prices! The show stopper was the crispy shredded beef tacos. The meat was juicy, flavorful and like stew. I loved the shredded beef!!!! We also had beans, rice, salad and enchiladas. We all loved our food. The service was quick, friendly and attentive. We may become regulars. read more

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Came here for a late lunch with a larger group and got seated after 30 minutes. We sat in their lively colorful patio with a pretty ocean view. Chips and salsa are delish. I got the fish taco plate which came with refried beans and rice. The tacos were tasty, but the beans and rice were bland. My sister ordered the taco trio and got chicken, steak, and carnitas. She said the chicken had boney chunks in it, but the steak and carnitas tasted good. Side note, parking can be a hassle in this area, but they do offer valet parking. Overall, Coyote Grill is decent but I'm not itching to come back anytime soon. read more

I used to come to Coyote Grill all the time after taking my kids to the beach. Although many years have passed, and my kids are full grown adults, Coyote Grill continues to be a great choice at the beach for a fantastic meal. I followed the reviews and got the fruit plate to share - which was so fresh and delicious! I had never been here for breakfast, and it did not disappoint. It was delicious! I got a carne asada tamale with eggs and it was fabulous! We had a 15 minute wait because we wanted to be out on the patio. Valet parking is a great deal and makes it stress free in not having to worry about parking. Service was fantastic. I can't wait to go back soon! The photo is the view from the patio. read more

Coyote Grill - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Great food breakfast, lunch , dinner our fav for years ! Great view but small get there early or reservations

We enjoyed those calamari tacos and a cheese enchiladas. The service was very nice and very helpful. The view is amazing. The food looks wonderful, so colorful and displayed with full portions. I do believe if I were an East Coast person, the food would have tasted incredible. I think the food is bland and lacks flavor. It looks great, but doesn't have that passion or flare of a professional chef making it. It is just Okay. read more

Coyote Grill - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Coyote Grill is my favorite spot for birthdays, celebrations, Sunday brunch, or just a random Tuesday. Their patio is to die for and we always try to get a reservation for it, sometimes we even see whales :) Service is quick and their staff is happy to please. My parents love their breakfast as they have both Mexican and American options, but their dinner menu is fabulous too! read more

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This is a great local Mexican Restaurant. Flip flop casual, great drinks and great food!

This is such a casual cute restaurant with the best view on the patio. I made reservations and requested the patio specifically. Parking is valet $4 cash only. Service was fast & friendly. I got the chicken enchilada & the cheese enchilada, both great. Came with rice and beans. Also ordered a side of tortilla soup. Everything came out hot & was tasty. Would recommend this spot to anyone! read more

Coyote Grill - Chz Enchilada Plate - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

If you want to have the best margarita and service in town come to Coyote Grill! Mark makes a mean margarita that's sure to impress. A local gathering spot with spectacular ocean views and great atmosphere. Epic happy hour and delicious food. You will not be disappointed. Cheers! read more

Coyote Grill - Coyote Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Seated right away on a Friday mid morning. Nice little place. I live in Tucson, one of my fav dishes is chilaquiles - decided to give it a try and not my favorite. Sauce tasted canned. My husband ordered the Beef Machaca, which was ok. Hard to compare when we've had the best. Michelada's were mixed just right, not overly tomato flavor. read more

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Pitcher of skinny margs was so good. Also their guac was very fresh and I'm still thinking about those calamari tacos! So good! read more

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Wow! Came in with my finance for Taco Tuesday Happy Hour. Great drink specials with premium tequila. The Coyote Taco is amazing, no wonder it's rated the best in OC. Stephen was great at recommendations and service. We will be back Thank you Stephen, you made our night! read more

Coyote Grill - Tempura taco, Coyote Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Great service we were greeted by everyone coming in and thanked when we were leaving. Everyone was so nice. Food was so good the Fish tacos were yummy and had a lot of flavor. Paired that with a Coyote margarita so good! Excellent ocean view on the patio read more

Coyote Grill - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Excellent spot good California Mexican food. Started the guacamole. We had a choice of creamy or chunky guac. The chunky was excellent, it was simple and good. You could taste the hint of lime. Our server was good and she recommended the calamari tacos. I ordered the fish tacos as I had a craving for good fish tacos. The tacos did not disappoint, good flavor and cooked very well. My friend when with the tacos trio. One of those were calamari and he said they were good enough that he would only order that next time. The margaritas were very good and you could tell they were freshly made. read more

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Food was excellent and the service team was efficient. Really enjoyed the tacos and enchiladas were excellent and flavors good We had churros for dessert and they were hot, served with caramel sauce. We will be back! read more

One of my favorite restaurants of all time in South OC! We came for Mother's Day brunch and it is always perfect! We were seated quickly and had a table overlooking the water. We ordered the huevos rancheros, hubs ordered the machaca, son had French toast, shared guacamole, salsa and chips and margs. It was all delicious with great service. It ALWAYS hits! read more

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Love it here! Little hole in the wall, local type place. Has a cute patio with heaters. It's a pretty classic Mexican menu focused more on seafood. Highly recommend the spicy salsa. Everything we got was absolutely delicious. Happy hours have amazing food and cocktail options! The parking is valet for $4 (plus tip). read more

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The food and service were outstanding. First time visiting Coyote Grill. We made a reservation for a Wednesday evening, not realizing it was Ningo night, so the restaurant was packed. They gave us a table on the enclosed patio, which was nice, and a little more quiet. Our entrées, Zucchini Enchiladas and the Carnitas Plate, were both excellent, plentiful and tasty. They also make a fabulous Coyote Margarita! Arianna, our server, along with all the other employees who we came into contact with were excellent. The next time we are in the area, we will be sure to stop by read more

Coyote Grill - Zucchini Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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As a local, I hate to do this.... 4 or 5 stars if rating off vibe alone. Their glorious local happy hour slightly easing the pain from what's really hiding behind this restaurant: really bad food. For the price, it amazes me how unacceptable the food is. Everything on the menu feels like the cafeteria version of Mexican, falling short to the likes of Baja Fresh, Wahoos, or even Rubios. I wouldn't be slightly surprised if the guac and salsa came directly from a prepackaged container at the Ralph's down the street, likewise the fajitas and tacos to have come slightly pre-seasoned from the service case and slapped on a hot grill just before yeeting it to the expo line. Hate to be harsh, but I simply don't understand it. I've had so many things on the menu - it's my uncles favorite place to take us - and every single time I'm left wincing at the sorry excuse for what ends up making its way down my gullet (looking at you calamari tacos). Sure it's edible - but the overall ambience, energy, service and charm excuse an otherwise damning culinary experience. Come here for happy hour, shoot back some cheap shots, relax with the locals after a long day of doing nothing, and be sure to indulge in the view that surely is responsible for the inflated price point of an otherwise extremely mediocre restaurant. read more

Good service! Love the food. always consistently good.. small parking lot so they have valet.

The service and ambiance is always great! This time I tried the Tempura Shrimp Tacos and the Street Corn, and they were so delicious! Both were served nice and hot with an abundance of fresh flavors. They're both a must try alongside a pomegranate margarita on the rocks, and a hot basket of chips and freshly made yummy salsa. I also recommend the sizzling Fajitas accompanied with flavorful veggies and warm tortillas! You can smell this dish from a mile away. Stuffed quesadilla (I get steak) is a top notch in my book as well. Love the ranchera sauce on top! Sooo good! Oh, I can't forget the beautiful ocean view and their decent prices. Well worth the visit! read more

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Came here for the happy hour on a weekend afternoon. The view from the patio is nice. The server was also nice. I would just say, however, that the food is very mediocre. None of the things we ordered were the best. I never knew I could dislike a salsa, but somehow the complimentary salsa that came with the chips was not good. The Coyote Margarita is alright and refreshing; not watered down. The main dishes tasted very inauthentic. read more

Excellent service by Emma today. Their breakfast portions are always large and reasonably priced. In addition, we had a wonderful view of the ocean from our table. A great Laguna tradition that we're so lucky to live close to. read more

Go for the happy hour beerita, stay for the dinner and sunset views. Top 3 chips and salsa in south county for me, and I love their calamari tacos. Can easily survive off the happy hour menu here. Service is always attentive, and if you're seated on the patio you have the loveliest view of the ocean horizon. I like coming here via the trolly on a less busy day, and the vibes are always positive and the food good. read more

La comida muy rica, excelente sabor, servicio rápido (Fuimos en lunes por la mañana, 10:00am) la vista es muy bonita. Es un lugar muy pintoresco. Tiene un cajero automático dentro del restaurante y cuentan con valet parking. Jugo de naranja recomendando. El pan francés muy sencillo ese si dejo un poco que desear pero lo demás de 10. read more

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I used to come here a lot (like 10-15 years ago), and loved it, plus seriously missed the calamari tacos! We ordered the plainer guac which is very plain avocado mash so I'd recommend the spicier one. It was a pretty small bowl of guac too but we really didn't need more. It was tasty. The tacos would've been really good, but the calamari breading was way, way too salty! Maybe it was an off day for the calamari seasoning. The other toppings were delicious. The burritos were also just ok, and the red sauce on top wasn't the best. Things we love about coyote grill: It overlooks the ocean, the service is wonderful and attentive, you can get a fun drink in a gorgeous setting, and it is surprisingly very quick to get food. Parking is not ideal so make sure to plan ahead on busy days or valet it for $4. read more

We stopped in at Coyote Grill while in Laguna looking for a breakfast spot with a view of the ocean. They have a covered patio that gave us that view and ambience we were looking for on a casual weekday morning. They have valet parking for $4 and I believe it's cash only. It made parking very convenient. The service was friendly and prompt. I always test out a new spot by trying their eggs benedict. It was pretty good but there wasn't anything extra wow or different from other local cafes... I did wish that their salsa was a bit spicy. The salsa instead was more of a tomato pico de gallo... read more

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Ate here a year ago was excellent. Ate here this week. Was absolutely night and day. We were so looking forward to a great Mexican dinner Taco presentation...we were embarrassed for the owners!!! Tacos were extremely Dry...ugh!!!!Who in their right mind would let food go out of the kitchen like what we were served.?!?! Smallest taco portion served that we had ever experienced. Enchiladas...marginal. This place needs a wake up call. We'll never ever go back to Coyote Grill! read more

We made a reservation for their Baja Style Lobster which only comes around once a year. We ordered a lobster with the trimmings; it was cooked perfectly and the extras (beans, rice, tortillas, butter, cilantro, onions) were fresh. The restaurant is small and in desperate need of updating; especially their back area! The service was excellent; our server was courteous, helpful and quick. We started with a margarita and an order of guacamole and chips. All in all, the food was good! The shocker was the price of the lobster!!! $110 for a small spiny lobster is CRAZY expensive; we can say we tried it but we wouldn't do it again! read more

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I'm a huge breakfast burrito lover so the egg burrito was calling my name...kind of. I changed the ranchero sauce to salsa verde and the black beans to refried pinto beans. It satisfied my craving but I can't say it was some of the best I've had. The flavors didn't meld together as well but I appreciated that it came with a side of sour cream and guac. I also tried the aguachile as an appetizer and this was a delicious way to start the meal. I love very acidic, tangy flavors and this was heavy on the lime and high on the heat so it was a great combo. There's a lot of workers here so it's easy to get their attention and they also check in on you. I highly recommend dining in the indoor patio-like area since there are tables overlooking the ocean and ceiling decorated with colorful flags and luscious plants. read more

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Well im so glad i was exhausted and hungry after work, i just stumbled upon possibly my new favorite happy hour! I ordered the street taco trio carnitas and fish. The chips and pico are really good! Great spot for a casual date. Valet is $4 and the public lot a few steps south of the restaurant is free. Bring your squad... There's a wildly dangerous menu of very delicious margaritas featuring pitchers... Definitely coming back. read more

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Super delicious, amazing view, pleasant vibe and good service. Me an my friends loved the place read more

Coyote Grill - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California