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Orange County - Cafe Zocalo restaurant
6.5

Cafe Zocalo

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Breakfast
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Lackluster taste, no flair

If you're expecting a culinary adventure at Cafe Zocalo, prepare to be let down. Don't get me wrong, the portions are generous and the ingredients seem fresh, but the execution is lacking. The taste has been described by patrons as bland and mediocre. Creativity, unfortunately, doesn't fare better. It seems nobody told the chef about the concept of 'stand out'. The menu does provide variety, but it's a hit or miss gamble.

  • Great Value

    Most reviews highlight excellent value for the delicious food offered.

  • Okay Taste

    Reviews highlight varied consistency and decent experiences, but nothing special.

  • Not Creative

    Menu could improve on flavor and distinctiveness, lacks 'stand out'.

Top 3 dishes at Cafe Zocalo

  1. 1

    Veggie Breakfast Burrito 🏆

    Customers rave about its great taste and freshness.

    Veggie Breakfast Burrito dish
  2. 2

    Croissants Filled with Chocolate or Ham and Cheese

    Light, flaky, with generous chocolate or savory ham and cheese filling.

    Croissants Filled with Chocolate or Ham and Cheese dish
  3. 3

    Chocolate Chip Cookie

    Described as soft, chewy, and stuffed with delicious chocolate chunks.

    Chocolate Chip Cookie dish

Vibe: Cozy exterior, dated inside

The ambiance at Cafe Zocalo is like entering your grandmother's house - cozy, homey and a smidge outdated. Drinks are overpriced and, despite the cute décor, the place lacks a modern buzz, making it the exact opposite of trendy. Even the crowd tends to be on the older side.

  • Great Ambiance

    Cozy, homey vibe with cute decor greatly enhances dining experience.

  • Bad Drinks

    Overpriced flavored beer, exceeds typical restaurant charges.

Perks: Scanty parking, deafening noise

Let's talk about the perks: There aren't many. Starting with the parking, it's a scarcity during peak hours. The noise levels are so explosive upstairs that having a conversation feels akin to shouting in a busy marketplace. And forget about reservations, they're non-existent and you must order before seating - quite the inconvenience. The outdoor seating needs a good scrub down and if you're thinking of bringing your noisy kids, don't.

  • Great For Groups

    Great for large groups, with spacious seating and accommodating staff.

  • Okay Service

    Some experiences vary with service, from attentive to slow or unenergetic.

  • Bad For Diets

    No option for French fries with meals, even as substitution.