Late review but I felt like I should leave this here just in case people are wondering cause if…read morethey closed down cause of the food quality. -- Came back to Playa Mesa for my friend's birthday. The chips and salsa were really good. The aguachile had a nice spicy flavor that made it stand out. The queso fundido was SO good super cheesy, and paired with the handmade tortillas it was one of my favorites. We also ordered the calamari and I was surprised by how good it was. Everyone ordered different rounds of cocktails throughout the night and honestly, not one missed. Service was a little slow, but it was a busy Friday night, so that's somewhat expected. I've been here before and the grilled octopus tacos and carne asada burrito were just as good as I remembered them. They also made the birthday celebration really cute. They sang happy birthday, brought out a small ice cream, and gave my friend a big mariachi hat. Good food, great drinks, and still consistent as I remembered it. So long Playa Mesa. 9.5/10

Playa Mesa has a great atmosphere with beautiful aesthetics. In the evening, the open windows…read morecreate a nice breeze, though they do let a few flies in. The hostess was friendly, and our server was funny and kind. He was a little less attentive as it got busier, but the staff worked well as a team, so we never had to wait for refills or anything we needed. Parking in the back can be a little tight. The birria tacos were packed with flavor, and I loved the inside-out cheese crust. My husband's fajitas were flavorful, although the chicken was a little overdone. The guacamole was excellent, especially with the pepita seeds adding great texture. Overall, we enjoyed the flavorful food, service, and atmosphere. We'd definitely come back!

I drive 30 minutes just for the churros bc they're that good…read more The agua frescas and ceviche are also yummy:) I enjoy the samples they give out and the tacos right in front of the bar are pretty good and not too expensive. There's also a new coffee spot; the espresso they use for the latte was also good which I didn't expect from inside a market - latte with syrup a little expensive tho $7.25. I think $6.50 would be a more reasonable price

Great spot for a quick stop burrito .portion was great soda was cold .I'll definitely be back to…read morehave some more ! Your welcome Rudeboy out

We were recommended this place by Rocky and it was amazing. Great atmosphere, even better food. Our…read moreservers Rocky and Jenny were fantastic. They made us feel so welcomed. Thank you again!

It was crowded on Saturday, but not so crowded that we three were unable to get seated almost…read moreimmediately. We were served with chips and salsa while we waited for our food. The waiter brought enough for all three of us, and brought us more when we ran out. The food was great. I had the enchilada / chile relleno combo (9/10), my wife had the fajitas (8/10), and my son had the enchilada / tamale combo (9/10). We parked in the back and entered through the rear entrance. There is seating outside. (See my pics.) We highly recommend this family-owned restaurant.

5 stars for the birria tacos and Danna's service with a smile We are considering the space for a…read morefuture networking party for the Tech Coast Venture Network Community.

The birria tacos were amazing and the service was superior! The ambience was chill and such a good…read moreplace to eat with friends.

This has become by far my Favorite Mexican Restaurant. The food, ambience and service is…read moreoutstanding. I invited a friend to meet me there for dinner one night and now it's become her favorite also and she says, the drink she had was the best ever.

My experience was not good. 2 plates took over 35min. For some reason it felt like they took for…read moreever for them to bring out our food. After waiting that long our food finally arrived and I order their pork with pineapple tacos (Al pastor) I couldn't even start on my 2nd taco. Flavor for me was just not there. Taste like old burn oil Best way I can describe them. I think I enjoy their chips and black beans then the actual tacos.

What a fun and unique dining experience! Mexican cuisine with a teppanyaki-style twist, and it did…read morenot disappoint! Our chef was absolutely amazing! Not only was he entertaining and knowledgeable, but he also gave us some great tips and recommendations on little extras to add to our dishes to really elevate the flavors. Those personal touches made the experience even better! The portions were incredibly generous, so come hungry because you definitely get plenty of food! The entire staff, from the servers to everyone who helped us throughout the evening, was so kind, welcoming, and attentive. We had a later reservation, so the restaurant was fairly quiet, which made for a nice, relaxed atmosphere. But the highlight of the night was celebrating my mom's birthday! They went ALL OUT with a whole birthday production that made her feel so special and celebrated. It was such a fun and thoughtful touch, and honestly, those are the moments that make a dining experience memorable. Between the delicious food, generous portions, wonderful hospitality, and memorable birthday celebration, we left extremely happy. We will absolutely be back!

Had a great time celebrating my husbands birthday. We wanted to try something special and different…read morefor his birthsay and saw this in social Media. Made a reservation and so we disnt have to wait to be seated. We ordered different items ao we can try them. I also ordered a Zorro drink thats a blackberry mezcal. So yummy! He ordered the ceasar salad and carne asada with shrimps as his main and I ordered the fideo soup and the sea bass as my main. We were so surprised that they were both flavorful and cooked perfectly. They do like a benihana style performance while cooking your food. Our chef was very nice and friendly! Service was super great! They paid attention to our needs but not too over whelmingly! They gave my husband an ice cream dessert on some cinnamon sugared chips with a huge firework for a candle. So fun!! Will definetly bring friends and family back for a fun celebration.

Ah nostalgia. One of my favorite hangover cures, an ETB Carnitas burrito. Careful: they are…read moremassive; and delicious. Basic tortileria, you stand in line and wait to order. Line moves very quick and that's also when you have your opportunity to grab some chips or tortillas to go. Portions here are huge and everything is authentic.

LARGE PORTION AND FLAVORFUL MEATS their carne asada and…read morechicken is so exceptionally flavored and they give such big portions! Everything is so generous and price is so good! Burrito is LOADED, the beef tongue is tender and again, soo flavorful My fav is definitely the chicken plate with the sour cream and cheese The workers are super nice but most dont speak english so have to be patient when ordering Parking is easy, there are spots infront of the shop There are no indoor seating, just walk in and order and take out only but eating in car is also nice haha The interior is just the ordering window with lots of meat option, not much space

First timer and I had an incredible experience at this restaurant's brunch buffet! The selection…read morewas huge, fresh, and full of authentic flavors. From made-to-order omelets, a taco bar, seafood bar, salad bar, Mexican classics, Americanized options, fresh fruit, and pastries, everything tasted amazing! They have a chocolate fondue fountain which was impressive. Coffee bar, fountain drinks, etc. Our server Roberto was friendly and attentive, constantly refreshing our Champagne (included in the buffet) and making sure we had everything we needed. Started us we a complimentary set of pancakes which was such a nice touch. The atmosphere was warm and vibrant, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed weekend meal. All this included for the price of $40 a person. Thought it was pricey but then saw what it included and was definitely worth it! If you're looking for a brunch that feels both unique and satisfying, this place is an absolute must-try. Also loved that they had football on the TVs! This is was plus! I'll definitely be coming back!

This was my first time at Acapulco as I had a fajita craving that needed to be satisfied. And it…read morewas! My server was very friendly and brought me chips and salsa about 5 minutes after I sat down. The salsa was really good by the way. I was able to place my order right away as I already knew I wanted the steak and chicken fajitas. The steak had a yummy char on it, and the chicken was moist. They provided a good amount of "fixings." I'm partial to fajitas in Texas. but besides that, I really enjoyed this spot and can't wait to come back to try more of their menu!

Service here is amazing allison was our server amazing recommendations from her and so…read moreknowledgeable!! my girls and I came in for a couple drinks and food ! we had items from the brunch menu everything is great definitely try the chilaquiles con relleno she made my friends birthday by bringing a special surprise at the end! amazing atmosphere and drinks are delicious try the coconut pineapple marg!

This is a super sexy, exquisite high-end, Mexican restaurant…read more The food was delicious. I had the salmon with the sweet corn cake dish. So incredibly delicious, The fresh guacamole was nice however we really needed to add some spice. Tons of tequila choices I like just tequila with pineapple juice so they made it very well. But everyone was enjoying the margaritas. There is street parking if you can find it. Otherwise there is a $50 valet charge. (ouch!) Very nice size restaurant, as well as a double layered bar. The ceiling actually was retractable and it was so beautiful when they closed the ceiling in the evening time. I would say really the only, troubling thing that I would mention is how many times they came to the table when we were deciding what to eat. We really wanted to take a moment and enjoy our cocktails with the guacamole. I think we were asked three times within a 15 minute span of time if we were ready to order. I get it, it's a Saturday night, but please...

As I'm writing this review, I'm deeply saddened that it appears La Vida Cantina is coming to an…read moreapparent closing! I've developed so many fond memories here with awesome Taco Tuesday and DJ dance nights with friends that it's a bit emotional. Literally designed to feel like you've been transported to Cabo, Mexico or somewhere exquisitely beautiful along the Latin American Coastline and beach, La Vida Cantina in my view was such a wonderful spot to get some yummy Mexican bites and drinks and just have an amazing time with the people you love being with! I really loved the ambiance, from the artsy cabanas to the fire pits and the cool dance floor inside with the colorful strobe lights. Everything about it was glamorous! I particularly loved their crunchy tacos and their special mango habanero salsa was to die for! And the servers here were almost always awesome! Situated at the popular Triangle Square, La Vida Cantina was hands down one of my favorite Tuesday Taco spots in Orange County and again, I'm truly saddened to see it go. I wish a sad farewell!

Worse service ever…read more Overprized for the quality of service they offer. Our drinks were horrible and bartender kept just talking with the server... Don't recommend this place at all.