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Orange County - La Chiquita Mexican restaurant
6.1

La Chiquita Mexican

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

Food: Taste & portions: It's hit or miss

La Chiquita Mexican Food's creativity, as expressed in its authentic food, has managed to be a glimmer of hope in an otherwise disappointing gastronomy experience. The food taste, nonetheless, left customers divided - some lauded it, while others found it mediocre and bland, implying inconsistency in preparation. The portion size was satisfactory, quieting the rumbling bellies, but the limited variety made a dull impression, hindering the exploration of the Mexican cuisine.

  • Great Value

    Exceptional value; widely praised for great food at reasonable prices.

  • Okay Taste

    Some found food exceeded expectations, others found it mediocre and bland.

  • Low Quality

    Food described as bland, lacking flavor, denoting poor ingredient quality.

Top 3 dishes at La Chiquita Mexican

  1. 1

    Ground Beef Tacos 🏆

    Reminiscent of mom's home cooking, perfect garnish, and delicious hard shell.

    Ground Beef Tacos dish
  2. 2

    Chile Verde Chicken Burrito

    Hands down the best, highly addictive, often called awesome and fantastic.

    Chile Verde Chicken Burrito dish
  3. 3

    Cheese Enchilada Plate

    Cheese enchiladas described as fabulous, authentic, and the star of lunch.

    Cheese Enchilada Plate dish

Vibe: Stuffy setting, pricey sips

The poor vibe at this restaurant is a real party-crasher. The ambiance is anything but pleasant, with dated decor, ineffective cooling, and an overall stuffy feel that squashes your appetite. The overpriced drink menu is an eyebrow-raiser, neither the quality nor the selection provide any respite to the thirsty patrons.

  • Bad Ambiance

    Stuffy restaurant with outdated decor, no effective cooling, uncomfortable.

Perks: Groups find solace here

Parking does make things complicated, with a small area often leading to inconvenience for guests. The outdoor setting may be appealing, however, it may also feel crowded due to large parties and other diners. Surprisingly, large groups are accommodated well, with decent reviews regarding spacious seating and pleasant service provided by the staff.

  • Great For Groups

    Accommodated large party well, providing spacious seating and pleasant service.

  • Okay Service

    Mixed experiences, with both friendly service and some inattentive moments.

  • Bad Outdoor

    Back area felt somewhat crowded due to large party and other diners.