My foodie friend loves tamales and she'd heard great things about the tamales at La Puerta, so off we went to check it out. The restaurant is located in a very unassuming shopping center and from the outside there's not anything that really makes it stand out. BUT, as soon as you walk through the front door, you're warmly greeted by the friendly and welcoming staff. And the decor, well it's a little over the top ~ it's an explosion of artificial greenery and flowers that gives the dining room almost a rainforest kind of vibe. It's also very spacious inside and could easily accommodate a large, "private" event/celebration in the side area. La Puerta opens at 9AM so they do have quite an extensive breakfast menu with both Mexican and American dishes. At another visit I'm looking forward to trying one of their Benedicts! But we tried to stay on task, so my friend got the tamale & chile relleno plate and I chose their à la carte flautas (one with carnitas and shredded beef for the other) and a crispy potato taco. My friend really enjoyed her beef tamale and would consider ordering by the half dozen to take home & freeze. Although the chile relleno was filled with plenty of creamy cheese, the sauce could have used more seasoning as it tasted mostly like a basic tomato sauce. I'm usually a chile relleno girl, too, but decided to try their flautas and a crispy taco. Both were SO good! The meat in the flautas was tender and flavorful and the potato taco was piled with fresh shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sprinkled with cheese and drizzled with crema ~ YUM!! Our server, Lupita, was one of the best and sweetest servers we've had anywhere in a while. I'd go so far as to say that she made our visit memorable. I hope she'll be there at our next visit :) read more

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This was my first time at the restaurant and it was a beautiful experience ! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was so lively on a Friday night very crowded![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It literally felt like I was in a fairytale garden.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was impressed with the decor of the restaurant, and the food presentation was beyond my expectations. I loved the shrimp enchiladas and the soft taco dish I ordered. This place is perfect for a girls night or business dinner. read more

We had such a great experience at De Oro La Puerta! If you're looking for authentic Mexican food in Orange County, this place is definitely worth visiting. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Their food is not only AMAZING but the decor looks like a castle with so much greenery![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of our favorite dishes was the molcajete, which arrived sizzling in a volcanic stone bowl packed with grilled chicken, carne asada, shrimp, chorizo, and more. It was flavorful, generously portioned, and perfect for sharing. The Mojarra Frita was another standout. The fish was perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and the portion was huge. It paired really well with the homemade beans, which we loved even more knowing they don't use lard. We also ordered the albóndigas soup, and it was incredibly hearty and comforting. The broth had so much flavor, and it tasted like a homemade family recipe. The service was friendly (especially Diana!!), the portions were generous, and you can really tell they take pride in serving authentic Mexican cuisine. We'll definitely be back and would highly recommend De Oro La Puerta to anyone in the Brea area. read more

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I specifically went to this restaurant because I heard their tamales were awesome. I have to agree- they are very good. The best I've tried at a restaurant. The service is very friendly and efficient. The only downside would be their prices. They seemed a little high for Mexican food read more

De Oro La Puerta - Chili Relleno, tamale, beans & rice - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor is the first thing we noticed when we set foot in the restaurant. It was a nice different.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service appeared okay at first. However, we didn't get some of our drinks right away so we had to ask them because the waiter had forgotten. Once the food was served, it looked delicious. We ordered the molcajete and shared it amongst 2 adults and 2 children. There was more than enough to share even though the menu suggests only sharing between two people. The molcejete had carne asada, chicken, chorizo, shrimp, cheese and cactus all bathing in a boiling red sauce. It was all delicious... except there was barely any cheese. We had only 3 small pieces. Otherwise, it was really good. In the end, not seeing the server much during our dining experience plus not having enough cheese with our molcajete made me not want to bring my family back even though the food and drinks were good. read more

De Oro La Puerta - Molcajete and a Michelada - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

De Oro La Puerta is a beautiful spot to enjoy! I took my mom out for her birthday to enjoy the delights! The meals were delicious and filling! The service was good and even helped with recommending food or substitutions for my needs. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It gives a warm ambiance for sure![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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De Oro La Puerta has been on my radar to try for authentic Mexican cuisine. Popped in on a Tuesday afternoon and there was a decent lunch crowd - looks like a fairly good customer base from people working close by. Upon seating we were provided with chips and salsa very quickly and asked for drink orders. A few minutes later, our server came to check in on us to order food. Food cooked fresh as it took about 15-20 minutes. Carne Asada ($24.99): Thin flaps of carne asada with grilled jalapeños, pico de gallo, guacamole, rice, beans, and two tortillas of choice. Meat was a tad overcooked / dry. Used the salsa that was provided with the chips to help with moisture. Steak Fajitas ($25.99): Sizzling cast iron of cut steak, peppers and onions served alongside rice, beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, and two tortillas of choice. Really good flavors from the fajitas though some areas were quite burnt. The sizzling plate also came with a knife left on the side of the cast iron which partially melted due to the heat. Decent portion sizes for the price though it would have been great to get three tortillas for the size of the protein instead of just two. Restaurant inside is a bit dark but they've decorated the ceilings nicely with hanging greenery. Since we went during December, there was also lots of Christmas decor around. Ample parking in the shared parking lot - no issues with parking. read more

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Had the opportunity to try this fabulous restaurant today. WoW, total hidden gem. I no longer need to trek to East LA for some legit Mexican food. Everyone in our party raved about their dishes. I will definitely be back to sample the rest of the menu. It's been YEARS since I've tasted Mexican food that reminded me of my grandma's cooking. I'm hooked. The staff and owner are the best! So attentive and friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The DECOR...WoW that's all I can say, just WOW[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was great, atmosphere was darling[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Food was okay. I had the chicken fajitas which weren't to tasty. Homemade tortillas were yummy and the rice was good. My sister liked the soft tacos. Price was decent for the amount of food you get. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The moment we walked into this restaurant we were delighted to see that the restaurant was very clean and the beautiful flowers everywhere, freshness.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff was very polite and welcomed us with a big smile and seated us, it took a while for us to order due to so many yummy choices and also they serve breakfast all day! So my wife ordered the three soft taco plate steak, chicken and shrimp she said the shrimp was awesome not previously frozen and the tortillas are freshly made, I ordered chicken fajitas, wow the taste of the vegetables and seasoning was out of this world every bite was outrageously delicious and so much chicken awesome and hand made tortillas awesome, my son ordered a carnitas wet burrito he had many wet burritos at various places, but not like this, I believe it's all the chefs awesome twist on originality. If you've never been here it is a must try very clean and great staff and the food.....well you will have to try. Don't forget to post your results here I'd like to know your opinions! My family and I will definitely be returning here again in the very near future. Thank you! De Oro La Puerta staff and chef.... read more

I was told from my co-workers that work in Brea that this Hidden Gem was cute all decorated so I went to look at it for my 60th bday and the Food Service Ambiance, was amazing and Pina Colada yummy I'm defintely booking my party next month in August . the homemade Tortillas the BOMB the Trio tacos delish read more

If I could give 10 stars I would! This is the first time I dined here tonight with some girlfriends, and the only thing I'm mad about, is that I haven't been here sooner. Family owned business, which I love, kitchen ran by just women which I really love, and the food is so delicious and authentic, it's like home cooking from my grandmother. The staff is so nice and friendly, I met Maggie the owner who was very welcoming as we walked in. Mario was our server, and super attentive. I love the attention to detail down to the uniforms, he was dressed in a button up shirt and tie very clean cut. You could tell he was a server, and it just showed me they take pride in their business. The prices are absolutely beyond fair, and the service is first rate. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience inside is so so pretty.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I just can't say enough about this place. I did tell them to get used to seeing my face, because I'm going to be a regular!!! read more

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Authentic Mexican food here in Brea! Such welcoming and friendly service just like it would be if you were coming over to dinner at a friend's house. Beautiful inside, decorated with lots of flowers and greenery. Food was delicious and fresh. Can't wait to be back to try more dishes. read more

De Oro La Puerta - Carne Asada - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

Saw an IG reel by siblings duo Brooke.and.Ben and had to give it a try. It did not disappoint. Had sizzling fajitas, fish and soup. So good and the margaritas were addicting too! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Wife likes the decor of the restaurant too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Manager Diana is so nice too! read more

I went to De Oro La Puerta on Friday to have their delicious Lettuce Wrap Tacos. My server was Laura. It was her first day and her service was outstanding! Thank you! read more

De Oro La Puerta - Delicious Lettuce Wrap Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

Had such an incredible experience at De Oro La Puerta! We hosted an event and the staff was SO helpful and attentive! The hospitality was great and everyone was so kind. They helped with set up and attended to our guests. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This hidden gem is the PERFECT place for your special event.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ceiling decor is absolutely beautiful and the food was delicious.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great portions too! I also appreciate how the owners were really flexible and allowed us to bring our own decor, tea set up, desserts, and balloon backdrop. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They even let us have a little craft table for the kids.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall I HIGHLY recommend for your special event or for your next meal. Love this place! read more

De Oro La Puerta - Special event hosted at De Oro La Puerta - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was great service good[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] ,but the food was super disappointing. The beans are definitely Rosarita canned beans. And a little on the expensive side. Sad to say, we won't be back. read more

This is a really good place but their service is very slow. Having said that try the Platanos Fritos.

Authentic Mexican Food the service was fast and friendly, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the restaurant is decorated beautiful[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. This is my second time eating here. read more

De Oro La Puerta - Green chicken enchilada dinner. Red enchilada, dinner, potato taquitos, and Carne Asada wet burrito with green sauce. - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

The food was very delicious. I got the carne asada and it was very tender and flavorful. I would fully recommend the carne asada plate. The service was kind and very responsive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is a really nice and warm vibe in the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

De Oro La Puerta - Carne Asada - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

The food is quite tasty. But the prices have gotten out of co trol there. Not worth the high cost anymore

Ordered off Postmates and the Abondigas was absolutely delicious. They give you hand made tortillas and rice to accompany the soup. I also ordered a side of beans and it came refried with cheese, kind of wanted more of a frijole de olla but the beans were still really good. Got some chips and salsa and that was delicious as well. Good prices, good food, will definitely order soup from here again. read more

A must try. We come here often. Love love the cheese enchiladas with green sauce. Also the fajitas are great. Combo burrito delicious. Albodigas is really the best. They have revamped the interior to really reflect a garden flair. They add to it for each holiday. Great for families and date nights alike. The people here are super welcoming. Treat you like old friends and family. read more

De Oro La Puerta - Fajitas! - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

Visited the restaurant around 7:30 on Monday and was seated immediately. The staff is so friendly and welcoming! The menu is what drew me to this restaurant, and I so badly wanted to love the food, but the asada burrito I ordered had so much fat in the meat that barely any of it was edible. I felt like any bite I took was just squishy. We also ordered a torta and taquitos, those also were okay. Hopefully this was just a fluke! I'll most likely give it another try and the staff really drew me in and I loved the causal atmosphere. read more

De Oro La Puerta - A Asada Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is cute![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Had lunch with my dad here twice, did not disappoint! I got the fajitas & chicken mole. The fajitas was a large portion enough for me to have leftover for a 2nd meal. The chicken mole was a lot of chicken I did bring some home. I placed an additional order of tortillas to bring home with my leftovers. This place is delicious. Highly recommend. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Fun, cute atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . read more

De Oro La Puerta - Mexican Near Me - Brea, California

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Though expensive but delicious n good Ordered a chicken burrito but just to add the Mole they added another $5 Additional read more

Quando hay un bien hambre, no hay pan duro !!! Any leftovers are great for breakfast or lunch!!! Parking never a problem, bar always ready to create fantastic drinks!!! read more

We've been coming here for years and it's hands down the best Mexican food in Orange County. We've seen this restaurant start out as a small place, but it has quickly expanded. The service is amazing, and the waiters will remember you if you come in more than once. We love La Puerta!! read more

This review is meant to cancel out all the negative reviews!!! I have been coming here with my husband since 2018. My family has since grown to 6 members with super picky kids ages 7,5,3 &1. We all lick our plates clean because the basics- the rice, beans and homemade tortillas are so good. We're a tough crowd with so many little kids but the servers have always been the utmost friendliest and kindest. We're usually seated right away and are served chips, salsa and drinks immediately. We try to come at least once every 1-2 months and I cannot recall a bad experience ever. So that's a lot of visits and this review should mean something. Yes, the food takes a minute but it's cooked to order and comes out hot. As for the pricing- please tell me what is not expensive these days? We pay the same amount at Islands, or any sit down restaurant. It is not a quick, $2 taco spot, it's fine casual dining. Besides, nothing is cheap anymore. Even in-n-out costs over $40 for my family. In this economy, eating out is a treat and we always choose to come back here. Lastly, to that horrible review below- my family is Asian and I have always experienced wonderful, friendly service from every single server. Not only are they so friendly, but fast. I always recommend this place. Please consider a tired mom of 4 was outraged by the negative reviews and just had to say something! read more

My go to spot for tamales every holiday season. The staff is very accommodating and careful with orders and pick up times. Awesome entrees for children and adults. A perfect place to fulfill cravings for authentic Mexican food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Seasonal decorations in the foyer make for perfect photograph opportunities with family and friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Amazing food and service! Homemade tortillas were fantastic and the mole enchiladas were the best I've had!

Excellent service, kept my iced tea always full. Food was also excellent, and I took an order home. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

The customer service here is very bizarre. There's a small handful of nice servers and then a BUNCH of very cranky women at the front who literally give you a death glare when you enter like "How dare you come to my restaurant and want to be seated!" I came in for take out and no one offered to give me a menu, no one came to the register for a while to take my order, and I got several weird stares from an older lady and a couple other younger women working there. So many people walked past me before I had to ask for a menu. Finally, a male employee helped and was kind. I also noticed that the female employees treated men differently who came in. YIKES. A change I noticed in this restaurant too was DYED red and green chips. They always used to just give regular corn chips. The ones they give now are LOADED with food dye garbage; I refused to even let my kids eat one. We also noticed the bean and cheese burrito was almost inedible because it just had way too much thick, stringy cheese. It was borderline dangerous. My two toddlers were struggling eating it so we finally took it away and took out most of the cheese. My husband took a bite and was choking on it too. Very weird experience. We used to come here very often, but stopped because of the several rude employees. We came back for a quick take out and now have decided we will never be back again. We should've taken the hint the first time around. read more

Just went there last night with a beautiful girl and a good friend. They are located on Kraemer Ave in Brea, somewhat close to Placentia. We ordered two dishes. I got three tacos with rice and beans, and she got something called the Caldo de Res which is sorta like a beef stew in soup with lots of veggies and assorted things like celery, squash, zucchini, and cabbage. She really loved the soup, and I enjoyed my soft tacos. I got one with chicken, beef, and shrimp. They were quite filling and tasty. It stayed until closing, eating and talking, then got to watch the Canelo fight for free :) Overall, a great evening and good food. Our waitress was very nice and attentive and my friend and her spoke a lot of Spanish for my humor, of course ! A good night! read more

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Delicious Homemade! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Get there early it gets packed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We only waited 5minutes arrived at 11:30am. Once you order it does take time to receive your food BUT it's worth the wait. Everything was fresh. We had caldo de res, flojitas and the asada plates. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor goes with out having to say adorable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everyone was welcoming and professional.reasonable priced read more

Why had I waited so long! This place is amazing. I had the best carnitas. They were so moist but crispy on the outside, plus their tortillas are homemade. My BF had crispy beef tacos which he also thoroughly enjoyed. read more

Best Mexican restaurant in the area. This is our go to spot for dinner and breakfast. Our server Lupita is the best. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant is clean and everyone that works there is very welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a must try. read more

Can't believe I haven't written a review for De Oro! This is our local go-to Mexican joint that we frequent very often. It's a favorite for folks in Brea with a good selection of food, good quality/taste, and great customer service. We had friends from Yorba Linda that would drive here for their fill of Mexican bc it was their favorite spot. My husband's go to is a California burrito wherever he goes and the California burrito here is very good. We get it with Al pastor instead of carne asada here since their Al pastor is more juicy and tender. My go to is the Mr. Garcia burrito which is a shrimp and steak wet burrito with enchilada sauce on top. I do half green and half red which gives you a little more versatility of flavor. It's such a generous portion! Some other favorites are the pozole which I loveeee to get when I want a warm, deep soup. When I'm trying to eat less carbs/calories, their carne asada plate has really hit the spot. They have a great selection of dishes from tacos to enchiladas to fajitas to quesadillas to mole. You should be able to find a dish here for anyone that enjoys Mexican food. Cherry on top is the sweetest women that work here that greet us consistently with a bright smile and wonderful attitude! read more

Over $60 for subpar chicken fajitas ($30), shrimp ceviche ($20), and two sodas ($4.99 each)!?!? This place is way overpriced for what it is. The service was pretty slow too. They only had two people working up front (a hostess and a waiter). We're never going back here. There's much better and cheaper Mexican food options out there. read more

From when two burritos to go cost $45!! Not giant sizes, not fancy tastes。 Can't afford to eat inside, adding 20% tips, two will cost 55