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    Kika's Molcajete

    4.9 (30 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Cochinita Pibil Tacos (TikTok: @justandyvu)
    Andy V.

    1. The tacos were delicious! I love meat and the handmade tortillas! 2. The spot has chill casual vibes! It is tucked in the corner of a food hall! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! It was ready within 10 mins! 4. There is a seating area! 5. Parking lot can get crowded on the weekdays during lunch time! Note: There is a restroom area nearby! Photo: Cochinita Pibil Tacos

    Pollo asado and conchinita pibil tacos
    Daph H.

    Irvine finally has good authentic Mexican food that doesn't cost an arm and a leg! Kika's Molcajete recently opened in the London Chippy spot in TRADE Irvine, serving tacos, burritos and plates with carne asada, carnitas, pollo asado, conchinita pibil and birria. They don't have online ordering, so I placed my order over the phone for pick up. The people working there are super nice and threw in complimentary chicharonnes de harina (Mexican wheel chips). Kika's has two salsas - a red and a green (red is spicy). The pollo asado burrito ($15.95) was huge and came stuffed with chicken, rice, beans, onions, guac, cilantro and salsa. I ordered a pollo asado taco ($5.75) and a conchinita pibil taco ($5.75). While they were on the pricier side, the tortillas are handmade and made fresh with every order. The tacos were completely LOADED with protein, with cilantro and onion and a generous serving of guac. The tortilla is thicker than normal but it's needed to hold that much filling. Absolutely loved the fresh tortillas and the conchinita pibil which was tender and flavorful. Orders come with a grilled green onion, radish slices and lime wedges. Great to see another option for Mexican food in Irvine! Parking at TRADE can be tricky, especially if you arrive at peak lunch time. Kika's Molcajete is somewhat hidden down the corridor by the bar, so you won't see it once you walk into the main food hall.

    Molcajete with Chicken and Shrimp
    Alexa B.

    Amazing quality food! My husband and I split the molcajete and we do not eat red meat so they happily made it with chicken and shrimp only. The portion was generous and came with 6 amazing, handmade tortillas. Everything was cooked perfectly. The flavors were incredible! I would definitely give this new spot a try!!

    Esquite plain corn with lemon juice and a hint of cheese/chili powder.

    Highly disappointed. I really wanted to like this place. The reviews are misleading. I ordered 5 tacos, asada burrito, chips and guac and esquite. 1. No salsas were added to my order even though I asked for salsa on the side. 2. Tacos had no flavor. Bland all the way. 3. Esquite is missing mayo. Small sprinkle of cheese and lemon juice. 4. Side of guac was old. Turning dark. 5. The person at the service counter was confused all the way with the orders :( 6 The burrito had very little meat. I am sorry Kika's Molcajete. This was not tasty for the price.

    Very flavorful authentic Mexican cuisine with great hand made tortillas! Highly recommend!
    Alexis G.

    Very flavorful authentic Mexican cuisine with great hand made tortillas! Highly recommend!

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    I had the molcajete, didn't know it came with a bit of a parade presentation! I just loved how they involved their young daughter at work

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    This place is really good !! Authentic Mexican. Everything is fresh. Hand made tortillas. So good.

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    The tacos were amazing the prices is reasonable. The tortillas are my absolute favorites the meat just perfect

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    Kika's is a great spot to eat, the Carne Asada burrito was awesome!! I recommend this to anyone who loves great Mexican food.

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    Great service and wonderful food. Home made tortillas and carne asada tacos. Place is clean and access to all areas including for drinks.

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