A decent 3.5 rating is what I would give Morenos. They have ample seating but an interesting layout of a parking lot that might get you flustered but you'll find a parking spot nonetheless. Their Albondigas soup is hearty and flavorful. Their Cadillac Margaritas will take you for a head spin which is a good thing. I've had their shredded beef tacos and Mexican pizza as well and it hits the spot but nothing to brag about. All in all, a good local Mexican restaurant to hang out at for some drinks and casual fare. read more

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The other day I called for reservation and they said they weren't taking them anymore for the evening. When I arrived with my husband I gave the hostess my name and she rudely said "if we text you and you dont respond we are giving your table away" her tone was so very rude. You think after this covid non sense owners and employees would be a lot nicer. I am over supporting businesses with shitty service. read more

I would not recommend this restaurant. The service is horrible and when speaking to the manager she actually fell apart and began screaming at her employees and then was yelling at the guests. Several tables got up and left. IMHO Manager is very emotionally unstable and needs help. Unfortunately, she is a family member and stuck in a job she must hate. Stay away from this place. Nothing here is good anymore. Bye Morenos. Thanks for leaving such a bad taste in my mouth! read more

Incredible all around!!!!! Food ,atmosphere, staff. Linda is an amazing owner/manager!!!!! Cant say enough about this restaurant. Me and my wife came to Morenos for our Sunday night date night and as usual it was incredible!!!!!! Chips and salsa were fresh and plentiful! Our server was very attentive and prompt with our drinks and taking our food order, and this all during a busy Sunday evening. We've been coming here for 15 years faithfully and will continue to do so.Our dinner plates were hot and fresh!!! DELECTABLE! read more

Moreno's - Dinner plate, taco enchilada rice and beans..... - Mexican Near Me - Orange, California

This place is great. It is family owned and it shows. They personally come to your table and greet you and welcome you to their restaurant. The food is authentic and delicious. Taco Tuesdays are the best, however, make sure to make reservations or arrive early as they are always full. When ever you see a line outside a restaurant like this, it a sign that there is something good inside. read more

I was recently in area for an appointment and I was craving some Mexican food. More specifically I am currently pregnant and the baby wanted a burrito. My husband spotted Moreno's from the street so we decided to give it a try. Boy am I glad that we did! It just happened to be (taco) Tuesday so it was quite busy. I'm not from the area so I'm not sure if it's always like that. Although it was busy, the restaurant was quite large with indoor and outdoor seating. Therefore, we only had to wait 5 minutes or so for a table. All of the staff that we encountered were quite friendly and professional. Our drinks were kept full along with chips and salsa despite how busy it was. We each ordered a burrito for our entree. The burrito was huge and could easily be shared between two people. The food was piping hot and delicious. The burrito that I had came smothered with cheese and a mild red sauce. On the inside was loads of shredded beef and refried beans. The tortilla seemed freshly made. Needless to say my craving was properly addressed and we really enjoyed our food. If I'm ever in the area again I'll most certainly be back! read more

Moreno's - Shredded Burrito Burrito Mojado Shredded Beef - Mexican Near Me - Orange, California

Taco Tuesday and their Cadillac Margaritas are just the perfect pick me up to get you thru the week. I ONLY eat outside because the ambiance is what I love too! The patio makes for a relaxing evening. The servers are always so nice and I never need to ask for more chips and salsa because they are on top of things! This may sound silly but I also love the pickled carrots and jalapenos to munch on while we wait for the food. Lastly, we loved going to Moreno's for dinner before football games at Fred Kelly Stadium. read more

Horrible food went with my whole entire family of 8 and each person got something different and no one liked it. The salsa straight up tomato sauce with peppers in it read more

This is not REAL Mexican food. :( I've passed by this restaurant quite often on the weekends and have always wanted to try it out. Well, I did and let's just say the dining experience wasn't what it's all cracked up to be. So first, the good stuff... - the outdoor dining is beautiful with flowers everywhere and the place itself is welcoming and inviting - my husband said their mango margarita is bomb! - the guacamole is hands down, one of the best I've had. - our waiter was very friendly and helpful with recommending their dishes to us - the chicken tortilla soup is pretty damn amazing. clear broth like how it should be. - the portions are pretty generous Now, the bad... - other than your waiter, it didn't seem like other staff was attentive to other tables. So I don't know if these waiters are only required to serve their designated tables, but it would be helpful if everyone helped each other. - i wouldn't consider this "authentic" mexican cuisine... from their salsa, to their pickled carrots and jalapenos.. if you KNOW what real mexican food taste like, this isn't it. - Presentation wasn't that great. I ordered their carne asada plate which came with cheese enchilada and beans with cheese grease smothered allllllllll on top of my plate. First impression, eating this is definitely not good for my body. Overall, I wasn't that impressed which saddens me, because I was really hoping it would be amazing. Overall, if fell short of great, just mediocre. read more

We came to a gathering for a family member. The service was okay, however I ordered the Merchants Lunch and my enchilada came out would cold, unmelted cheese. I am not sure how the cooks/staff didn't realize that the enchilada was frozen. I was hoping this was would be a good experience, however it was very unpleasant. You're better off going to the taco truck and getting authentic Mexican food. read more

I attended the Sunday brunch yesterday for my birthday with my family. The food, atmosphere was great! The mariachi was a plus because they played some beloved request. Also, the drinks were delicious!! Moreno's is such a fun filled restaurant! read more

Moreno's - Patio - Mexican Near Me - Orange, California

Please work on your customer service. I had a coupon which i mentioned when I placed the order and they ended up not honoring it. Only Kamikaze diners will eat here. read more

Great food great service a definite must go to not like Rodrigo's or Don Jose's or anything like that this is real Mexican food

If you like mediocre white washed Mexican food then this is your place to go. Food is definitely not authentic and can tell it gets nuked in the microwave. Tacos Tuesday is the only thing good here read more

I love supporting small businesses & if you need a taco place, Moreno's is the right spot. Taco Tuesday deals are incredible & everything else on the menu is just as amazing. My man loves getting the carne asada plate & I always enjoy the tostada. read more

Moreno's is a really fun place to go on warm evenings to sit outside on their huge shady patio. BUT, despite the fact that the tacos on Taco Tuesday are HUGE and delicious, is it worth dealing with a MOBBED restaurant with a wait at least 30-45 minutes to save $1 on a taco? Ask yourself, how much is your time really worth? People park illegally across red lines in fire lanes and limit the space for other cars to pass by, cram themselves into spots maybe suitable for a skateboard, and management does nothing at all to stop it, no notes on windshields, no tow trucks, nothing. Maybe just one scratched or damaged guest's car would change all that. I will happily return for their great tacos, but NEVER on a Tuesday again! read more

Just realized I messed up and reviewed the wrong Moreno's. Not sure if they're related, but I dined at the Moreno's in Rancho Mission Viejo, not Costa Mesa - sorry. First time I've tried this relatively new restaurant in our neighborhood. Didn't look at the reviews until I completed dinner. Very surprised to see a somewhat lower rating, because our meal and service and experience were excellent. Would definitely recommend this restaurant to all our neighbors in Rancho Mission Viejo. I had the carne Asada, medium rare and it was excellent. Service was great, nothing to complain about here. Prices were quite reasonable, as well. Margaritas were pretty good too. read more

COVID or no COVID there is no excuse for bad service and rude management. After more than 40 years I'm hanging up my Morenos sombrero. Just left after waiting 20 minutes for someone-any one to come take my order. When I had the audacity to complain (upon exiting) I has told that my choice of the profane word "Bubu", (as in I've been sitting here for 20 minutes with my thumb up my bubu waiting for someone to take my order) was unac capable. I assured the rude "manager" that she probably then would not care for the word "asshole". "You seem angry" I was lectured. I replied "You'd be angry too with only an hour for lunch, and entire plethora of staff just staring at you as you do everything legally permissible to get their attention-I e been waiting for over 20 minutes". Phenomenal guest relation skills. Must miss her old job at Kmart. Could had chosen this moment to salvage our relationship by offering her condolences....instead she chose to elevate the discord due to her obvious mental condition. I've had slow service here before when I literally was the only patron in the place and in spite of the mediocre excuse they pass off as Mexican food. Hey...it's tradition because we've been coming for so long. But you can get better food elsewhere let alone better pan dulce from Cardenas. So adios, Morenos. You truly suck. If you believe your relevance is balanced on your "50 years" of business, I hereby urge you to look no further than Sears, who failed after 130. See everyone at El Ranchito, where I was seated promptly, my order taken expediently, and food far more authentic and delicious. read more

Had a solid meal in a nice atmosphere today. The carnitas tacos and Chile verde burrito were on point. The homemade flan and churros were great as well. The service great too. Was nice to go back to this place that we visited as a family during my childhood. If you want good Mexican food in a mission style atmosphere I recommend giving Morenos a try. read more

First time i stopped by here. I ordered some tamales from the bakery and sad to say they were salty. I did find some strands of meat under all that masa. read more

Pretty outdoor patio and that's what made me want to come eat here but the food was horrible. Never again!! read more

Moreno's - Mexican Near Me - Orange, California

Decided to stop and eat here with my family. I have no regrets of choosing this place! The food is great for the price and the portions are reasonable. Would recommend the meatball soup and the "caldo de res". Server Jose was very polite and kind to us and would constantly stop by our table to make sure we were good. We will definitely recommend this place. By the way, they have good taco Tuesday deals! read more

Great food and outdoor patio with live mariachis! We been going here for years. Love the chips and carrots salsa jalapeños they give you yummy! read more

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I have been coming here since I was a kid. Never changes food great but prices are getting up there.

The food and ambiance is great, the service is absolutely HORRIBLE I work int the service industry I have always give benefit of doubt nobody knows what's behind the scenes... however, it's been too many times with the same result. You will be lucky to get your order and drink in a timely manner, but apparently it's too much to ask to cash out, had to go to THREE people today to be able to leave after waiting and waiting just to cash out. read more

Never eaten her but purchased the tamales... 2 different occasions from the bakery... delicious... ladies are very nice and explain all the options....I will most definitely try the food once COVID is all over. Beautiful location read more

Today at Morenos I experienced something I have never experienced before. I've been coming to morenos since I was 14 that was 1983. I was out today and came with my small labradoodle which I've done many times. It was very warm out and I preceded to give me dog my cup of water to drink from. Within minutes a middle aged woman came over who stated she was the owner told me it's against California Gavin newsom law for me to allow my dog to drink from my cup. She was very vocal and then preceded to say they don't advertise they are dog friendly but people bring their dogs. Then said they piss and shit everywhere and told us about an incident of someone beating their dog in front of patrons and people wanting to leave. She was loud and vocal. Everyone on patio was staring at us as if we had done something wrong. My dog was very well behaved and just needed some water. I had no knowledge of this law and stated that. It ruined our lunch and made us feel we had done something wrong. She made the comment her parents started this place and she was now the owner. Well one recommendation. Don't act like an ass to patrons who have been coming for a long time. All the waiters are so wonderful they are who make the restaurant and invite people to come back. I wanted to say something upon leaving but was worried she would tell me I wasn't welcome back. It was unbelievable. read more

Had a order to go of a pan of chicken enchiladas, refried beans and rice. Rice was really good. But the beans had absolutely no taste and the chicken enchiladas were so dry I had a family member stand by ready to perform hemlich maneuver just in case I started choking read more

My wife and I have eaten at Moreno's on Chapman Ave, in Orange a few times. We order from the Grande Combination; Chile Relleno and Tamale or a Taco and Chile Relleno, both come with beans and rice, and we'll drink a Diet Coke with the meal. For dessert we'll order Flan; Mexican Style Custard, Yum! Robert H. read more

I have been coming to Morenos for many years and love Taco Tuesday's. Today is Cinco de Mayo so I went to order and pick up a few tacos cause I couldn't get thru the phone, understandably. I order them at 4:45 and finally got them at 6:30. I ordered two soft shell tacos and when I got home and opened the box they were hard shell tacos that were cold and the shells were broken and soggy from sitting for who knows how long. Customers were inside waiting close together and 6 of them didn't have masks on. Nothing was said to them. read more

Food here is excellent and you can't beat the patio seating. On a nice day it's a shady respite with all the trees and foliage. At night, a truly lovely scene with all the ambient lighting. All the meals I've eaten here have been good, no complaints. The salsa is a little spicy for my liking but that's a personal preference. The only negative is the service isn't always the greatest. The last time I went, I asked the waiter several times to put in a to-go order and he never came back to take it each time he came to our table (he was busy with other tables so I would not let that keep me from going here again). Other than that, if you like fresh-tasting Mexican food, you will find it here. They have a bakery on-site too that makes fresh Mexican pastries! Try the Churros! read more

My family has been coming to Moreno's for 37 years. We have moved a few times as far away as Mission Viejo, but we always gravitate back to our favorite Mexican food restaurant. Steve and his family and staff have always been so inviting. Yes, the food is great, but most importantly, we are always treated like family friends. During these days of "only to-go" orders, Moreno's hasn't disappointed. They are still serving great food with a caring smile. We are looking forward to dining in soon, but until then, we will continue to pick up the best Mexican food in So Cal. read more

Service was slow but staff was very nice! The albondigas was great. The pre meal chips and salsa were okay, not great. The mango margarita was very good! The chicken fajitas tasted rubbery and were cold. Cute environment read more

I have to say that I was surprised with Moreno's. My wife had been wanting to try this place out for a while so we figured Mother's Day brunch would be a good time to try it. Although, I was hesitant after reading the reviews from my fellow Yelpers. Usually, I am hesitant to have brunch on a holiday like Mother's Day. You get rushed or are given a time limit, etc. I was expecting the same at Moreno's. However, that was not the case at all. Our reservation was at noon. We were seated at a nice table in the corner of the courtyard near the fountain. Our waiter brought us Champagne(free flowing by the way) and the moms ordered Cadillac Margaritas. He then just let us take our time before ordering. I want to say we waited a good 45 minutes to an hour before ordering. Once we ordered, it was another hour or so before our food arrived, but we were good because the Champagne kept flowing. After about 6 glasses, our food arrived. I ordered the chorizo and eggs. All I will say is that the atmosphere makes up for the food. That was the general consensus amongst the moms(including wife) as well. Overall, my Moreno's experience was a good one. I'll be back for sure. The only negative thing I could say is that parking is a major pain. The parking lot is pretty small. You can try to find parking in the neighborhood surrounding Moreno's, but even that is difficult. read more

Go go go!!! We are from out of town and will definitely be back! Great food, service, drinks! Thank you for the hospitality Morenos, we will definitely be back! read more

Our family has been enjoying special occasions at Moreno's for several years now. Recently we went to another Mexican Restraunt for a family birthday, big mistake! Don't waste your time and money at Santo Remedios in Orange, very rude service and would not accommodate us with our bills, we had a party of 22 and they only wanted 1 bill for 6 different family's . We'll we decided to go somewhere else and Moreno's was the party saver! They accommodated all of us with excellent service and great food again, thank you Eric again! read more

I have been coming here for decades .. really decades! Our family loves dia de los muertos here ... BUT tonight was the WORST!!!! The absolute most disappointing birthday dinner we have had for my dad on dia de los muertos. Who ever had the horrible idea to do a buffet style dinner should be fired! Not everyone can stand in a long line walk with a cane or walker and carry their own plate! It would be one thing if the buffet was amazing and offered several of the amazing authentic dishes that are on the menu ... BUT NO it was terrible! Our entire family felt like we were in line at the high school cafeteria! We come for the dia de los muertos performance and to order food and share like a family ! Tonight will be the last night our family will ever patron this establishment again for dia de los muertos. It is sad that it has come to this ..$20 a person is more important than the authenticity and pride of the mexican culture and history of morenos. read more

I hate giving Moreno's only 2 stars because the food is very good, but the service has been consistently bad. My experience tonight just took it to another level of disappointment. When ordering, I told the server my order and even pointed at the order on the menu. It was a combo plate with Chile relleno, enchilada, and a taco. He took my order and took everybody else's order. To my surprise, my food arrived without an enchilada. My friend ordered the fajitas with flour tortillas, but the tortillas never came. We asked for our server, but he didn't arrive until I had almost finished my plate and my friends fajitas were already cold. I told the server my order missed an enchilada, but he said I had o my ordered the taco and Chile relleno. Everyone heard me ask for the combo plate. I asked for the enchilada and for the tortillas. When he came back, he brought me a Chile relleno! He said I had asked for a Chile relleno! By the time my friend's tortillas came, his food was already too cold to eat. To make things worst, the Chile relleno he did bring, had paper still attached. I had already eaten some paper before I had realized it. I showed the manager the paper and at least they comped my meal. The server felt so disconnected from his customers that the orders were wrong and neglected. I keep coming back because the food is delicious, but eventually I will get tired of the service. I don't mean to complain but, when you are there with friends and they are eating and enjoying their meals, it matters. My friend and I were not able to enjoy our meals. The fajitas are not served in the traditional way with the smoking skillet, instead on a sad looking plate with small amounts of meat. You can find better fajitas at Los Compadres, El Torito, and even Chile's. I will come back one more time to give it another chance. But the service needs to improve. read more

I've been coming here for years. Best Chile Verde around. Love the ambiance. Highly recommend trying the restaurant!

Great food and even better service!! Benjamin and Armando are the best!! Great pricing and brunch was amazing read more