I got introduced to Bandito when they catered for a friend. I loved the rice and beans and knew I…read morehad to visit this restaurant. I was surprised by how vegan-friendly the menu is. It's not always easy finding good plant-based options at traditional spots, but they actually have a nice variety to choose from. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The restaurant is downtown so the parking isn't great but it's worth it. Overall, it's a solid choice if you're craving Mexican food and still want satisfying plant-based options. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu.

Bandito brings the best of street tacos into a restaurant where you can expect friendly service,…read morecleanliness and quality. Handmade tortillas of a very good density, and quality meats. Mushroom tacos for our non carnivorous friends and familia. Far from romantic, this cafeteria style dining area is great for friends or casual date nights. Checks like nike, just do it

I've been going to tacos Manuel for years now maybe about around 2019-2020 Adam the son works…read moreupfront as cashier the staff there is always up beat with great attitude and smiles The truck is located on the side of superior market and easier to find it's next to Pollo Loco The truck it self offers tons of street parking never had a issue to grab a spot And as well when you order you're food there a large grass area with plenty of shade if you wanna sit there and eat I've personally tried About every protein they have to offer there But my go to is always asada and lengua (cow tongue's) You won't be disappointed at all the meat it's self is well seasoned with great flavor and the tacos are double wrapped

I came here on a Friday to pick up two burritos. I ordered a Carne Asada and a chicken burrito and…read morethe total came to under $20. The burritos are packed next to grilled vegetables which made the tortilla soggy (recommendation: separate the grilled vegetables from the burrito). The burritos was packed with ingredients but very bland. My husband said his chicken burrito was fine and would give it 3 out of 5 stars, too. They also offer 3 different sauces, too. Glad we tried it.

It's really hard for me to find a Mexican food place that I really love, but I can say that this is…read moreone of my favorite taco places (if not my favorite). I've been coming here consistently since September of 2025. The birria tacos have the perfect amount of meat and they are SO JUICY and the meat is clean (I don't like my meat to be too fatty) I also like to get their watermelon water and their churros because they don't over fry them to where they are hard to bite. The location itself could be better because it's literally on the side of a gas station and sometimes I have to go around the occasional sketchy person BUT if you're willing to overlook that (and not go alone) it's really a hidden gem. The service is always fast and the inside of the establishment is always clean and well kept and they even decorate for the holidays! I've brought about 6-7 different friends and they've all loved it also.

everything was really good. specifically the boris quesadilla was delicious, and i loved the steak…read morequesataco. my only comment was that the regular sized quesadilla felt very small, pretty much just like 2 tacos. my cousin, who is from out of state, said the ONE thing she was craving was papi's tacos solely from the last time she was in socal and had it. she literally said she dreams about it lol so we had to go- i'm sure that shows how good it is.

Bomb ass tacos! Bryan M was helpful and made the whole experience even better!!!!!…read more Go to this spot asap

Great food, great service! Pork belly is fire! Our server Joe was awesome and attentive. Definitely…read morewill return.

I came here with my coworkers for lunch and so glad that we did. I'm disappointed that I have not…read morebeen here sooner! There is a decent size parking lot for Navarro's. It is next to a gas station. It looks like a pretty popular place during the lunch hour. It's a smaller place inside, but they do have an outdoor patio. We were able to find a small table, not too far from the front counter. Ordering at the front was easy. The staff was friendly and quick. We could see the cook grilling up the meats as we placed our order. There were at least five different salsas to choose from as well as cucumbers and a chili oil at the self-serve salsa bar. I noticed a customer in front of us ordered a kids plate which included two street tacos and rice and beans. That's what I ended up ordering with Carne Asada and chorizo. There were four or five proteins to choose from for the kids plate. I loved the grilled meats with the char flavor. It was delicious! Everything was well seasoned. I wish I would've ordered a third or maybe even a fourth taco because it was that good! I will definitely come back many times and it's going to be on our lunch rotation for sure.

Love their grilled shrimp tacos and regular taco. Good flavor. Their chorizo burrito in the other…read morehand is just ok however, the size of the burrito is huge which is nice. If I were to come again I would just get multiple regular tacos due to the cost to taste ratio compare the shrimp.

Taco Gutierrez you have my whole heart!…read more After having moved to Santa Ana last year this has become my go-to spot for tacos close by. It's hard to find a good Taco Tuesday but they do a great job helping the community and keeping the prices $1.50 for basic meats like pollo, asada, and al pastor. I personally love my lengua and this truck has some of the best I've tried! It is a bit pricier but definitely worth it given the taste/quality. A couple things about the condiments--green sauce is spicier than you think, red one is more of a salsa and not that hot. Radishes are unfortunately not very crunchy/juicy at this location so I don't get it as often as I would at other taco spots. If you're ever in a rush, they do phone orders AND DoorDash. I've done all the methods and quality stays up there each time! However, if you do wanna enjoy your tacos right after they're prepared, you can always sit at their tables next to the truck. They have quite a bit of dining space and I've never seen it too crowded to the point of having difficulty finding a spot to sit. In terms of finding the truck, you just need to turn into S Hathaway St. Very close to the train tracks. I park in any free space they have there, since the businesses are usually closed after 5pm (which is when the truck opens).

Came here on a Tuesday. Place wasn't too crowded and we were helped promptly…read more $1.50 tacos are a bargain these days, and they were reasonably sized. I got 3 asada and they were great! Small counter with radish, cucumber, and salsas as well as some Mexican lollipops (def took a few for the road) I definitely will be coming here on Tuesdays from now on!

Muy bueno los chingo chips. Todo esta muy rico y los cafes . El que me despacho explica muy bien el…read moremenu

Fantastic spot in Downtown Santa Ana!…read more Awesome alambres, seriously delicious! Fantastic portions with an awesome salsa bar, I love this place! Service was great, thank you for the great experience! There's free parking for 1 hour near by, or paid parking in the back. There's also an arcade and bar upstairs, this place is popping!

My boyfriend and I were in town and decided to try this place out, and it did not disappoint. The…read moretacos were fire and the horchata was unlike anything I've tried before. I would definitely recommend this to anyone in the area. The customer service and ambience was also phenomenal. Wish we had a place like this back home!

My husband and I were craving some tacos and decided give The Taco Connection a try. Thank God we…read moredid. everything we ordered was delicious and we would definitely come back. The ribeye papa locas was delicious and better than other places. Tacos were soo good and highly recommend trying the chorredas!

Taqueria El Gordito is one of my go-to late-night taco spots, especially after work--and it never…read moremisses. They're open until 3am, which already puts them in a clutch category. This is the kind of place you rely on when you need something solid, fast, and satisfying. My usual order is the asada or cabeza tacos--and they don't hold back. The tacos are big, flavorful, and consistently good every time. Every now and then I switch it up with the chile relleno burrito, which is also worth it. Everything I've had here hits. The salsa selection is solid too. They don't have it laid out anymore, but you can just ask at the counter--and they'll take care of you. They've always been cool about giving extra when needed. They've also got a good variety of drinks to go with it. I usually take my food to-go, but the outdoor patio is there if you want to sit and eat. Service is friendly, quick, and consistent--another reason I keep coming back. If you're looking for a reliable late-night taco spot that delivers on flavor and portion, this is it.

I was in the area and decided to grab some lunch. Someone mentioned that the Horchata water was…read moregood, first of all it was from the machine so that was already a bad sign. The tacos had plenty of meat tho. I had 2 adabada and 2 cabesa tacos. Adobada Tacos - the tortillas could use a little more oil when you say TJ style. The meat was more in the sweet side 1-5 (1) Cabesa Tacos- The meat was nice and fresh and had good flavor 1-5 (4) the yellow corn tortilla is always a nice touch. The salsas 1-5 (1) are not spicy and lack flavor It's not sitting outside but I'd rather eat inside. The Horchata Water can also use some work. 1-5 (2) This is just my taste buds talking we all have different taste buds, but this would not be my first choice for tacos.

This restaurant has great options for an affordable price. They have a nice salsa station where you…read morecan get as much salsa, lime, and pickled jalapeños and carrots, which are so good. Every time I visit this spot the cashiers are so polite and welcoming. My favorites are their tacos, flautas and agua de Tamarindo. There is plenty of parking, indoor and out door seating, and they stay open till late. Also, this place is cash only.

Went with some coworkers here for lunch this past week…read more.. It's a relatively decent spot for tacos, burritos, tortas, etc. - but some glaring issues that made the visit less than perfect. Service was prompt and friendly - Elizabeth took my order. I opted for a burrito with carnitas, and a soda. Total was a little over $11 - decent price these days for lunch. This is a cash only spot - there's an ATM on the premises, but with exorbitant fees. There is a salsa bar directly behind the ordering counter - make sure to grab your condiments. Food came out in about 10 minutes - pretty quick, no complaints there. The biggest issue though was the lack of ventilation inside the restaurant. None of the windows were open, they didn't have A/C - I was literally sweating bullets and so uncomfortable, I lost my appetite for the equally hot burrito sitting in front of me. I just watched my colleagues eat and figured I'd eat my burrito when we all made it back to work. Two of them got a really delicious looking carne asada torta, while my other colleague indulged in lengua (yes, that's TONGUE) tacos. I politely declined his offer to try some (can't get over the texture of the tastebuds). If I had known that ventilation was a problem, I would've packed my portable fan I usually bring with me when I go to mom and pop spots where A/C might be a forgotten luxury. When I finally got around to eating my burrito back at the office, I noticed how stuffed it was - the protein to filling ratio was solid. Perfect amount of sauce, I didn't even need to add any of the mild verde salsa I had picked up. Decent sized parking lot - we didn't have any issues finding a spot despite coming during the lunch rush on Taco Tuesday. I'm giving it a 3-star since the uncomfortable dining room can really ruin the experience. I'll pack my portable fan next time my team stops by here though - if the fan alleviates the ventilation issue and I can actually enjoy the food on the spot/fresh from the grill - I'll update my review.