Really enjoyed breakfast here. My wife and I came around 8:00 AM, ordered inside, and sat outside. The patio was spacious and relaxing, and the restaurant had a nice Mexican feel to it. One small thing I really appreciated happened before we even ordered. An older Mexican gentleman got in line before us, but when he realized we were there to eat, he told us he wasn't there for food and let us go ahead of him. He mentioned he was there looking for an opportunity to work there. That was a really nice gesture, and I genuinely hope they gave him an opportunity. I got the red chilaquiles with carne asada, and they were really good, crispy, saucy, and pretty spicy, and the carne asada was tender and well seasoned. My wife got the chile relleno and finished her entire plate, which is pretty rare for her. Service was excellent, our food came out in under 10 minutes, and the water refill stations inside and outside were also a nice touch. $44 for two felt very reasonable for what we got. This is definitely one of our favorite breakfast spots now, and we'll be coming back. read more

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First time at El Camino Cafe and we really enjoyed it! It's such a cute little Mexican-inspired cafe, and we came in for breakfast on a nice morning. We ordered at the counter, and the food came out really quickly. I got the chile relleno and my husband got the chilaquiles with asada added on top. Everything was delicious! I actually cleaned my entire plate, which is rare I'm pretty picky when it comes to Mexican food, especially because I'm Mexican, so I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed everything. My husband loved his chilaquiles too. Next time, we'd probably add an extra egg since they only come with one and he's a protein lover. We sat outside, which was really nice, and the service was quick and friendly. The water cups were a little small, but they have water available both inside and outside, so it wasn't a big deal. Prices were fair for the portions and quality. Overall, we had a really good first experience and would definitely come back! read more

El Camino Cafe - Chile Relleno - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

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4 stars only because of the price. Green chilaquiles (add an egg because it only came with 1) + 1 cafe de olla cup. $28 not including tip! Ouch. Just for me? Damn. Were the chilaquiles good? Yes. Tangy and just the right amount of spice. The beans and rice with it were good too! Was the cafe de olla up to par? Also yes. Some places try... this place succeeds. Service was speedy too. Ambience was cute, total cafe style. Everyone seems friendly and happy to be there. Adding this place to my "once in a while" list. A special treat if you will. Because there are no refills on the Cafe de Olla either. (Boo.) read more

1st timer here. Was highly recommend to try their chilaquiles and horchata drink. Enjoyed them both. Come to find out that's what they are known for. What's your fav dish ? read more

El Camino Cafe - Chilaquiles and horchata - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

The side of Chorizo is amazing here. It had some crunchy edges which I love. We ordered a tortilla for $1.25 since the side doesn't come with any. Huevos Rancheros and Bacon breakfast burrito were good. They serve cafe de la olla but no refills. The salsas were delicious and taste just like moms. I loved the outdoor seating options and the line moved fast for us. We ordered and paid and were seated in a timely fashion. Although there are refills for the coffee we only saw the girl come once outside and never again. I love all the decor and family feel. read more

What a treat ! Everything was delicious! We got the cafe de olla 5/5 Chilaquiles verdes 5/5 BEST ONES IVE HAD IN OC Chilaquiles Rojos were delicious too ! Such cute decor! & the staff was super nice and helpful read more

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Cute little cafe located on the main strip of old town Tustin. It's not full service, so you do have to order at the counter, choose your own table and then they bring you the food. The service was excellent from beginning to end. The lady that greeted us at the door, the girls who were behind the counter and the servers were all incredibly polite, friendly and really made you feel welcome. I had the chilaquiles rojos and they were absolutely delicious, best ones I've ever had. It is a very generous portion too, with rice and refried beans as sides. I also ordered a dirty horchata which was equally tasty. The ambience and patio are cute, we opted to sit inside since it was kinda chilly. Overall a great brunch spot! read more

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Great service and the best house coffee you can taste! We are treated well, we sat outside and the vibe was awesome. read more

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Wonderful, cozy breakfast spot on a sunday morning. We tried coming here once before and got totally caught in a chili-cookoff instead. Finally, 1 year later, we made it!! We came totally starving and ready to wait, but the food came out SO fast. You pay ebfore you sit, and walk away from the counter with your drinks. I got their cafe de olla (delicious, syrup made in-house!) and boy got the horchata. Sat down and were almost immediately served our food. My only complaint is the beans - they seemed a little watery and unseasoned. But the salsa more than made up for that :) The inside is tiny, and theres limited outdoor seating. But it's cozy and homey and all the employees were incredibly kind. I forgot my purse when we left and a woman pretty much ran down the sidewalk to get it back to me. Thank you!!!! read more

El Camino Cafe - Huevos Rancheros and Asada wet burrito - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

First time customer. Upon arrival, the micromanagement aspect immediately came into play. Multiple employees/owners asking if we needed to see a menu, you can't go inside until called, and you can't sit until the whole party is there. Then we were escorted to a small two top outside. Personally, having past managerial restaurant activity, this made me feel uncomfortable. The food was amazing, tasted like our homemade without doing the work. But the cost was a little surprising for the amount of food. If the ambience and functionality were better we'd return for dinner. read more

The morning sun hit just right as I pulled into Old Town Tustin where El Camino Cafe sits. I'd heard whispers about their breakfast game, so I stepped in, stomach already growling. First visit: red chilaquiles. Crispy tortillas soaked in a bold salsa roja, topped perfectly--no soggy mess, just layers of flavor with that careful hand you feel in every bite. Green chilaquiles next time: brighter, tangier tomatillo punch, still executed with precision. Then the green pozole--rich broth, tender pork, hominy popping, herbs fresh enough to wake you up. Menudo sealed it: deep, comforting, slow-simmered depth that only comes from real care. Every dish screamed high-quality ingredients and thoughtful prep. No shortcuts here--it's crafted like someone's abuelita still runs the kitchen. But reality hits: portions run modest for the price tag. In this nice-area location, expect to pay premium. You get what you pay for in quality, not quantity. Lines move fast though--staff hustles, friendly faces seat you quick, no endless wait. Bonus: their Dirty Horchata surprised me--smooth, subtly sweet, solid twist on the classic with espresso. Pros: Exceptional Mexican breakfast authenticity; consistent high-quality execution; quick service; welcoming vibe. Cons: Pricey relative to portion size. If you're craving elevated, carefully made traditional Mexican breakfast in Tustin, this is your spot. For cheaper classic home-style, cook it yourself. Rating preserved: 4-4.5 stars (high quality outweighs cost for what it delivers). read more

El Camino Cafe - Menudo - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

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staff is always super friendly and the food is soooo good i've been coming here for years! i highly recommend the dirty horchata as well as the chilaquiles. the location is very cute as well. read more

El Camino Cafe - chilaquiles rojos with asada - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

Been coming to this local cafe for a few months since moving into the area. It's a nice neighborhood Mexican cafe away that's far enough from the Old Town main drag (Main Street) but still walkable (2 blocks) after a meal for shopping/strolling. Street parking is much easier to find, no circling required. Each time we come on the weekend we would try something new -- EVERYTHING is excellent. Burritos, chilaquiles, tacos, etc. Every time we come, nothing is too salty -- just how we cook at home. This particular visit we happen upon their SUNDAY MENUDO, made by Chef Mom. Gotta try a bowl, and let me tell you -- I was blown away. Heavily and nicely spiced (not "water"), chockful of tripe/stomach, including the HONEYCOMB. AND NO HOMINY. I LOVE IT -- because I'm never a fan of hominy and hate it when all the dads and uncles at family gatherings get all the good stuff and the kids are left with the bottom of the pot. Speaking with the staff, menudo is a SEASONAL item, so I'm glad I was able to try some during this visit. Will DEFINITELY come again and try their other stuff! read more

El Camino Cafe - Sunday Menudo -- look at that honeycomb! - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

OVERPRICED. They charge for EVERYTHING. They also don't provide a cup of water you HAVE to purchase bottled water. Never going back again. Don't waste your time or money there's much better chilaquiles places for less expensive. read more

Came here for brunch with my cousins a few weeks ago and I'm still thinking about this dish! I ordered the Enchiladas Suizas and OMG it was delicious! The cream sauce was unlike any other I've had with enchiladas and they were stuffed with a good amount of cheese! I added carnitas on top because I wanted a protein with it. This was a filling breakfast for sure! I also ordered an iced dirty horchata which I think next time I will order it to go so I can enjoy it later. The people behind the counter were so nice and helpful! Really want to come back to this place soon! read more

El Camino Cafe - Enchiladas Suizas (I added carnitas to my order) - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

This place is my go to on Saturday mornings to pick up breakfast for my parents. My Dad would eat the breakfast burrito for every meal - by far his favorite. Service is exceptional and the dirty horchata is my favorite anywhere. The homemade tres leches is worth it! read more

Came here for breakfast and was wondering why I've never been here before! El Camino Cafe sits at the tail end of El Camino in Old Town Tustin away from all the hustle and bustle, so parking is easier to find. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. You go up and order and then take your seat, and they are quick with preparing your food. Service was great, everyone was super friendly and quick to address any additional requests. I ordered the meat scramble and my wife got the huevos rancheros, and both tasted great. You could tell everything was freshly made, and the salsas provided were solid. The rice & beans were also good and well seasoned. It was a little odd they didn't provide complimentary water, but otherwise this was a solid, reasonably priced meal. I definitely want to come back and try their breakfast burrito next time, and would recommend this place to anyone looking for a quick breakfast in Tustin! read more

El Camino Cafe - Cute interior - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

The staff was excellent, especially Jordan and Selaha. The young man at the register was great too! It impresses me today when young people are polite, professional, and kind. A good group during the early afternoon working at the cafe. The frijoles Del la Hoya were excellent, along with the rice and my scrambled eggs. The star was the Coffee with a house made Cinnamon/ Mexican brown sugar... Yummy! read more

Came here for brunch with the whole family. There was a line out the door but I guess that is standard for a Saturday morning. You order before getting seated and there is a host that helps get you a seat. There were 6 of us so it took a little longer. The place itself is clean, cute but small. The food here was good, I liked my albondigas and was happy that I got to try it. It was a seasonal item. Although the overall experience was good, to be completely honest there is nothing special on their menu that I want to come back for. I would eat here again if invited but I wouldn't personally pick it. read more

El Camino Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

I gave this place a few tries, but unfortunately, the food has been consistently bland. The presentation is nice, but the dishes are really lacking in flavor, even a little more salt would make a big difference. The staff is attentive, but the space is very small, so it often feels like both customers and staff are constantly in each other's way. Plus it's definitely overpriced. read more

As a Mexican, I can honestly say this is one of the very few restaurants in Orange County that serves truly authentic Mexican food. From the moment you walk in, it feels like home. The restaurant is beautiful, with authentic Mexican décor that creates such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. One of the things I love most is that it's family owned. You can always see the family working together, making sure every guest feels welcome and receives exceptional service. Every single employee is genuinely kind, friendly, and attentive, and you can tell they truly care about their customers. Our favorite dishes are the enchiladas suizas with cecina and the chilaquiles, but honestly, everything we've tried has been absolutely delicious. The quality and flavors are consistently amazing. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food made with love, this is the place. I recommend El Camino Cafe 100% it's one of our favorite restaurants, and we always leave happy. Five stars without a doubt! read more

I've had El Camino Cafe bookmarked for years and finally got the chance to visit with some friends. First off, the team is SUPER nice and welcoming. Everyone welcomed us and asked if we had any questions about the menu. The gentleman at the register was super cool and gave some good recommendations. Make sure to order your drinks (water included) at the register so you can pay for them at time of purchase. Once we sat down the food came out pretty quickly! The chilaquiles rojos were delicious with a great depth of flavor. We did the egg overhard and added avocado. Presentation was great and flavors were on point. The place is designed well and has a cool ambiance in Old Town Tustin. Can't wait to come back to try the breakfast burrito! Thanks for the great food and awesome service! read more

El Camino Cafe - Chilaquiles Rojos with Avocado - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

Came here bc I was in the area and wanted a breakfast burrito. I added beans (2$) to the breakfast burrito ($14) and got a side of chips and salsa ($5). The burrito did the job but wasn't remarkable. Service was pretty fast. I think overall there could've been more flavor in the burrito and salsa. Beautiful location and cool ambiance but I wouldn't go out of my way to go back, for the price point you can find better food. read more

El Camino Cafe - Breakfast burrito + chips and salsa - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

Food didn't taste good. Had the enchiladas suisas and didn't really enjoy any of it. The green enchilada sauce tasted overpowering. I'll probably stick with red enchiladas going forward. Beans tasted burnt and rice was dry. I was probably given remainders before closing. Environment is a bit crowded with few people eating. At time I showed up there should have been plenty of seats but seems a few tables people were chilling like a cafe so I got stuck in unfavorable seat. When I try Mexican food it's usually at recommendation from one of my coworkers. This time I decided to try this place because it was walking distance to an event in Tustin. I wish I would have driven somewhere else. read more

best ever flavor and hot as it came hot to enjoy Thank you Betsy Shiloh and Alex Taste was incredible read more

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Flavorful. Great portions. We ordered the green and red chilaquiles with asada. Both very good. All staff friendly and attentive. Quick service. Limited seating inside but plenty outside. Reasonably priced. read more

Been coming here since just after covid. Wont be returning. Staff wouldnt let my kiddo eat her outside food (fair and your house your rules). I was gonna spend money ordering for my wife and I and clerk politely argued so that was the deal breaker. read more

Nice little hidden gem in Old Town Tustin. Phenomenal breakfast! Now I may call this a hidden gem but be prepared for lines! However, the staff is very efficient and courteous with arranging seating. It's the perfect spot to enjoy nice quiet Sunday morning breakfast when you eat outside on their patio. Highly recommend on all accounts! read more

El Camino Cafe - Bacon Breakfast Burrito and chilaqulas! - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

My sister introduced me to this place and I'm so glad she did. The food is so good, tastes like a homemade Mexican breakfast that my grandma would make. In addition to it, I love the vibrancy and homelike feel that the place has, it feels like you're walking into someone's home rather than a restaurant. It helps even more that the owner and workers are so welcoming and friendly with their guests. Despite the space being somewhat small, they were accommodating of the baby stroller I had which I greatly appreciated. I had their red chilaquiles and added avocado and sour cream to it. 10/10! Really great flavor. Their dirty horchata was equally delicious! read more

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This place is fantastic! I got the Chilaquiles with asada, fresh OJ and a bottle of prosecco. Betsy was so helpful, making sure I got the best first time meal and now I can't wait to be back. Love the vibe of this place. Especially hers. read more

El Camino Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

Omg!! Loved all the food. So happy everyone in my group ordered something different. I got to try it all Service was 10/10 everyone is so nice. read more

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My wife and I had lunch there yesterday which ran $60.00. This 77 year old customer asked for a cup of water to take medications. In California, that is a STATE requirement to provided water for customers. They stated that they DO NOT provide water. You must purchase it! Then when we left, we asked where to put our trash from LUNCH. We were directed to walk it outside and deposit the trash in the City Trash reciprocals, which was OVERFLOWING! Really? The restaurant can't handle the trash they produce? The MANAGER confirmed their policies... NEVER AGAIN! THEY WILL NOT SUPPLY TAP WATER TO CUSTOMERS! California restaurants are required to provide tap water, but only upon request. Under state water conservation regulations, restaurants, bars, and similar establishments are prohibited from automatically serving water unless specifically asked. Key details regarding this regulation: 1) Mandatory Upon Request: While they cannot automatically serve it, restaurants must provide complimentary tap water when a customer asks. 2) Violations: Restaurants failing to follow these rules could face fines, sometimes up to $500.00 per day. read more

Excellent breakfast! Mamisia delicious and awesome service! The homemade cookies were fabulous also to take home! read more

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Loved this place. Good service. Huevos rancheros are great. But they won't give you a glass of tap water. I paid for an overpriced espresso and a very bitter "fresh" OJ... but can't get a small glass of tap water which is standard at any other restaurant. Very strange. read more

Great food, quick service. Dirty Horchata is a must! Had the bacon breakfast burrito and it was delicious. Definitely will be going again.

This place fucking sucks, went in and ordered around 12:30pm, around 12:56, we still haven't received our food. Such a coincidence that when we ordered our food, our order wasn't placed after we already had paid. My wife got up and told them where was our food, because everyone who came after us had already got their food and left. They told her the food hasn't even been made, they said it would take another 10 minutes when we already had waited for 30 minutes. We just asked for a refund and left. Food is way too damn expensive, you're honestly just paying for the aesthetic of the place. SUPPORT LOCAL MEXICAN RESTAURANTS NOT THIS PLACE. read more

This is a Mexican brunch restaurant at the end of Old Town Tustin. Everybody is friendly. Clean. Cute furniture. Beautiful day to sit outside. I ordered their chilaquiles Verde. It was delicious. I liked the slight kick. I ordered it with carnitas as my extra protein and all beans and no rice. My only complaint was that some of my carnitas was dry. If I ordered it without the carnitas it would have been perfect. The chips stayed crunchy throughout. Would definitely come back again to try something else. read more

El Camino Cafe - Chilaquiles Verde - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

Go and you'll be hooked!! This is one of those wonderful places that is always DELICIOUS and consistent. Even my crazy carnivore order never fazes them. Everyone is always so friendly and welcoming. It's like family - and it is. The whole family is involved. Gotta love that! Whether you're eating outside on their covered or open patios, or inside with their homelike atmosphere, it's the food you're anticipating. Though making our way through the menu, we do have our favorites. The chilaquiles roja with extra carne asada is super delicious. They make their own tortilla chips which are still crispy - not soggy from the sauce. The egg, rice and beans round out this dish. Carne asada with cheese, avocado and side of salsa rocks my brunch. Can't go wrong with this carnivore meal. It's tasty and filling. High quality meat makes this a WIN for sure. Add their house roasted salsa (which I could probably drink) and anything you order becomes heavenly. Here's where it gets even better: they will cook everything in butter- just ask! Almost forgot- can be quite busy on the weekends, but still worth what is usually a short wait. Weekdays almost never have a wait. As regulars, we love our little local spot. Once you go, you will too. read more

El Camino Cafe - Chilaquiles with carne asada Carne asada with cheese, avocado and salsas. - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

Love getting the chilaquiles rojos here. They're a good level of spice and makes for a tasty brunch. Also tried their horchata and cafe de olla, both really good. It's a casual ambiance and the service is fast. read more

El Camino Cafe - Chilaquiles rojos - Mexican Near Me - Tustin, California

I love this place so much! Not only is it walking distance from my home but the ambiance is all there. The food is so tasty, the coffee/s and fresh OJ do not disappoint. The fresh OJ is used for their mimosas which is where they stand out to me, as well as the quality of products they use for their food(you can taste it with every bite). Anyway, all in all a forever customer and friend. Been coming here for a few years now, this review was long overdue. Keep up the same good vibes and great quality of food and drinks Camino Cafe! read more