The Food was so good! The chips are crunchy and warm. You get mild salsa and hot salsa. I had the Red Chili Wet Beef Burrito. It was tasty. This is a generous burrito can easily be shared. The Enchilada was also good and cheesy. The Chicken Taco was and is always delicious. The Margaritas were a work of Art, and delicious, and I'm not a Margarita lover. Our waitress Laura was super nice and friendly. The Food was brought out fast. The ambiance is nice. There is a Bar in the back, and The restaurant is Family Friendly. read more

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We stopped by Sunday early afternoon and sat in the bar area, which turned out to be a mistake. We were basically ignored. We got chips right away and eventually a beer, and that was it. The bartender seemed far more interested in talking to people at the bar than helping us. At least there was TVs to watch waiting for some service which was nonexistent here. We were about to move to the dining area when the bartender finally came over to take our order. I asked for no onions and ordered a Bloody Mary. The food came out with onions, and the Bloody Mary never showed up at all. Kind of wondered why we even had to order and just let them bring out what they think you want or don't want. We also received some guacamole which we never ordered. WTF???!!!??? couldn't even get our order right. We were just forgotten as the bartender never came around to check anything. She just stayed at the bar area talking to a few people that she knew. If you're not going to provide service than way go to work???? This place is terribly managed, and honestly, it's not surprising that most of the other locations have closed. If you want any kind of service, don't sit in the bar area. The food itself was decent, but it doesn't matter much when they can't follow simple requests--or just don't care. This was my last visit. Good luck. read more

Esther's Taco House is absolutely legit. From the moment we walked in, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the vibe immediately felt right. The place has two bars, which adds to the atmosphere, but the real star is the food--hands down amazing. If you know what good green and red sauces are supposed to taste like, they have them. Both salsas were spot-on, and the second salsa had a solid kick--decently spicy and absolutely delicious. The homemade tortilla chips were fresh, warm, and addictive, which already sets the tone for a great meal. This is definitely a place we will be coming back to. It genuinely reminded me of an old spot in Bellflower, east of St. John Bosco, called Esther's Tacos--and that is not an easy comparison to live up to. This place does, and it won't disappoint. read more

Margarita connoisseur here-Esther's has a great Cadillac margarita! It's a very low-key neighborhood taco spot with decent food and good chips and salsa. The tacos are a solid choice on Taco Tuesday, and I'm also a big fan of their enchiladas. I also love that you can show up in sweatpants any day and feel totally welcome read more

Esther's Taco House - Perfect caddie! - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

After discovering this location on Instagram, I decided to give it a try as I hadn't had a hard shell taco in quite some time. Given that it was advertised as a Mexican food establishment, the tacos appeared promising. The ambiance was lively, and our server was exceptionally friendly. However, playing non-Spanish music in a Mexican restaurant seemed somewhat incongruous. As for the food, I ordered three tacos - carnitas, al pastor, and carne desebrada. Unfortunately, only one out of the three met my expectations. The salsa had a perfect balance of heat. In contrast, the Carne Asada platter was disappointing, with the meat lacking tenderness and flavor. Given the subpar experience, I wouldn't recommend returning. Additionally, the prices were somewhat steep, and I noticed that the menu charges extra for chips after the first round. read more

Esther's Taco House - Tacos plate - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

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The food is good was good a combination of Mexican style dishes a California healthy bowls. The service was good and the servers were attentive and helpful. The place was. Pretty good for watching World Cup games and golf. The beer flows well and the alcohol drink were fairly good read more

Taco Tuesday at Esther's but really they have a happy hour from 3:30-6 pm with fair prices for tacos. They are busy so you may wait for table but they have to go option. Food is good. Big tacos. Bean dip needs more beans kind of watery with the salsa mixed in. Chicken taquitos crispy but not overly fried and dry! read more

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First time ordering Carne Asada fries and it was good and filling! Normally get the Chile Relleno which is my favorite!! Shredded burrito was good but a bit dry. Service is great, very attentive. They check on you. They know if you don't need a menu, then you're a local. read more

Esther's Taco House - Carne Asada Fries - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

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This was my first time going to Esther's! I got a protein bowl and my husband got the nachos. The service was great, ambiance was very fun- I want to come back for happy hour, but the food was just alright compared to the selection we have in socal. I hope to come back to try tacos or something more popular on their menu. read more

Esther's Taco House - Nachos with shredded chicken - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

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I was craving crispy crunchy tacos and did a quick search and found out they were just around the corner! Esther's tacos were perfect and hit the spot. I ordered the combo with rice and beans and it was just what I was looking for. The restaurant also has a bar inside and a lot of seating. I ordered my meal for takeout but I'd definitely like to come back to check out a game sometime and have a margarita. read more

Have been coming here for years and have never had a bad experience. Our server today was attentive, thoughtful, so kind, and funny! I believe her name is Sheri, at least that was the name on the receipt (I meant to ask & totally forgot) The food was brought out quickly and was super delicious . For the quantity and quality of the food I'd say it was decently priced. The crispy chicken tacos and rice are my favorite! read more

Who's excited about Esther's now having a hard liquor license?!? Chip, salsa, tacos ....finally the long awaited Margaritas!!! YAY!!! New on the menu - Black Cherry Margaritas. It's so fleshingly delish! read more

Esther's Taco House - Black Cherry Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

This place has quality in food and customer service. Very kind and welcoming. My coworkers rave about it quality so I had to try. I will be coming back. Super Fire!!!! You'll need to try if you haven't yet! read more

Esther's Taco House - One amazing Taco - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

To go ordered the taco platter and the enchiladas. Carnitas, shrimp, pastor, and 2 asada tacos. Its was average. Needed more seasoning. The enchiladas- tasted like they dumped a container of salt into. Super salty. Took 1 bite and spit it out. read more

Esther's Taco House - Taco platter - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

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Food quality and taste are great ! Service a little slow. But I will be back to see if I can give the 5 stars

Love their alternative-island-raggae playlist. Food was so delicious and hit the spot! Recommends: pork tamales with red sauce chicken flautas beef taquitos beef enchiladas guacamole chips read more

Esther's Taco House - Taco Tuesday and Happy Hour menu as of 12/14/25 - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

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Food, DELISH prices awesome, the BEST, Sheri, her customer service provided us with an exceptional experience!!! Thanks, Sheri! We'll ba back! read more

The atmosphere of the place exudes a lively sports dive vibe, making it an inviting spot. The fresh salsa and chips are a tasty start, but the real standout is the chile relleno, which is wonderfully delicious without the typical batter. Instead, it's a delightful mix of salsa and cheese, creating a gooey, flavorful experience. The pastor street taco was good. My friends got the crispy taco, which was huge! The service is also commendable, being quick and friendly throughout the visit. read more

Not a fan of this place. I don't feel the Mexican food was authentic. Fun atmosphere but other than that...I'm not a fan. Also... I ran into my supervisor... Work needs to stay at work. I honestly do not want to run into anyone from work anywhere so definitely will not be going back. read more

Taco tuesday anyone?? Tried this place on taco tuesday and it was super good! The Strawberry margaritas are delicious. Try it on the rocks or blended. Tacos are a good size and 2 are filling! read more

I've dined here a few times for lunch with some friends, and it's always been a pleasant experience. Esther's is a chill, local-feel Mexican joint with an inviting, casual space. It has booths, a couple of bars, and tables. However, there is no patio seating. There are also plenty of TVs to enjoy some games with your meal and drinks. I've tried several items on the menu and found them all enjoyable and filling. My recent favorites are the quesadillas, the crispy flautas combo plate, and the crispy shell tacos. The lunch combos are great if you don't want a huge meal, but they still fill you up enough to last the rest of the afternoon. The service and staff are friendly and attentive. They check on us regularly, make sure our drinks and food are good, and clear out used dishes promptly. I can't wait to enjoy another meal here. read more

Esther's Taco House - Quesadilla with Asada - Yum! - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

If you haven't been to Esther's tacos then you're messing out this place is straight fire they've been around for a long time I first try this place almost 15 years ago and can't stop going highly recommended go in get the tacos or anything on the menu and you will not be disappointed read more

My first time, came for lunch. I ordered the lunch special for $15.99. The Chile was the size of a jalapeño. Plate served with 1 chile relleno, a lot of melted cheese on top and covered in a green sauce, rice had no flavor and the beans were not good either. The beans and relleno were topped with too much cheese. It seemed like a cup of melted cheese all over the food, all you tasted was cheese. Service was good, but I dont think I'll be back. Chips were too hard, but the salsa was alright. read more

We are now regularly going to Esther's. You MUST get the ground beef hard shell taco. It's awesome. Ambiance is Mexican restaurant, food is great and service is friendly and attentive. Very homely feel with lots of regulars. Great bar area with multiple TV's. Esther's is just a great all around place to get Mexican Food! read more

Esther's Taco House - Bar Area - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

Esther's is a family friendly restaurant that has great food and drinks. If you're a sports fan they have a great bar and lots of tvs. Their chips are fantastic and food is yummy. Go and patronize a family owned restaurant! read more

Local Favorite That Will Not Disappoint This is a true local gem. Consistent, tasty, and reasonably priced - everything you want in a go-to spot. Whether it's your first visit or your fiftieth, you know exactly what you're getting: great food without breaking the bank. Highly recommend! read more

Outstanding food and service ! Reasonable and the BEST salsa ! Reminds me of Tito's salsa . read more

We are frequent flyers at Esther's and it never disappoints. The chile verde enchiladas are some of the best I've had. We also love the chicken tostada and crispy chicken tacos. All servers are so kind, quick to help, and easy going. This feels like a traditional Mexican restaurant and they are always playing whatever sports games are on! Would give more than 5 stars if I could! read more

Ordered a large albondigas soup to go. Got it back to the office and was slightly concerned at the amount of canned vegetables and rice, but was excited nonetheless. I opened up this large quart size container and Imagine my disappointment when I had 2 only 2 meatballs in that entire container. I ate the 2 meatballs and about 1/2 cup of broth. 3/4 of the container was the canned veggies and rice. How embarrassing that this place would serve that and charge $10.95. Shame on you. read more

Best chicken taco I've ever had. They also have excellent cheese crisps. I recommend eating there cause sometimes they take out. Orders are not as good as in-house. read more

My mom and I went after some shopping. We were helped right away. We were given chips and salsa to start which was fresh and yummy! I got the beef wet burrito which was delicious! Definitely getting it again. Service was fast and server very nice! read more

Esther's Taco House - Beef Wet Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

Best Chicken Tacos ever! We come at least once a month just for tacos. The service is usually always fast and very friendly. Mondays are 2 tacos and michie for $15 Come support this small business! I promise you too will find your favorite dish too! read more

I have had most everything on their menu and nevet been disappointed. Service great! All great! Now, they even have a full bar which adds to the wonderful experience of Esther's. You won't be disappointed. read more

Haven't been in years. Went to meet a couple friends for taco Tuesday. Just as bad as I remember. Worst taco Tuesday I've ever been to! Tried four different tacos so I could sample. Had trouble finding any ingredients other than lettuce. The asada was hamburger meat , carnitas tasted terrible , shrimp taco , and fish taco just as bad. Even anther gringo place ( The Rio Vista Inn ) has better tacos with chef Baldo , even at $1.50! read more

Didn't like there food but the Strawberry Margaritas where good service was bad waiting to long to be served and they are to busy talking behind the bar not attending to customers needs did not like it not going back read more

Ambiance isnt much, but give it a try and youll enjoy good food at a reasonable price! Highly recommend the tacos (Duh!), tamales, Chile relleno, and flautas! If you're extra hungry, start with an order of cheese chips - you'll thank me later... read more

I haven't been here in ages and it really hit the spot. My daughter loved her chicken tacos and my carnitas street tacos were delicious. My husband got crispy shredded beef tacos and loved them as well - cleaned his plate. The food came out quick and the waitress Yasmin was super friendly. Definitely will be making this a regular stop again. read more

Esther's Taco House - Bar - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

Usually my experiences at this restaurant are pleasant, but today was a big let down. I came in for lunch as a party of 2 on a Sunday afternoon at about 1 or 2pm. We waited a few minutes to be seated while two servers were chatting with the kitchen. We were told we could sit wherever we like once a bigger party arrived behind us. We seated ourselves at a table that was very visible to the kitchen. We received our chips and salsa right away but were never given menus or waters. Several minutes had passed and many staff members overlooked us and I looked around and the party that came in after us already had menus and was likely getting their order taken. Me and my party felt invisible to the staff. It seems unfair to be more hospitable to the bigger party; it gives off the impression that the bigger party is more important because they restaurant will make more money off of their tab. We were waiting about 20 minutes and still had not received menus or been offered waters or drinks, so we left after feeling overlooked and invisible. If you're planning on coming here, maybe just get takeout so you don't get ignored by talkative servers. read more

First time here. Casual atmosphere, large bar for the size of the place. The food was good but did not blow me away. I had the chicken burrito and ordered it "wet". It was as expected, but did not exceed expectations. I will come back, but in So Cal, the Mexican food competition is fierce. I will try other options next time. Fingers crossed. read more

Esther's Taco House - Chicken burrito wet - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California

Once again it was time for our monthly family event and we chose Esther's. Our server was Yasmin and service was great. Some had tacos, some had burritos, but I had the chile relleno. It was delicious. I hear that their taco Tuesday is great. Either way, plan to enjoy their food. read more

Esther's Taco House - Chile relleno - Mexican Near Me - Placentia, California