👋 😋

This restaurant review is is part of the WOM App. Download it for Free and discover restaurants you’ll freakin’ love!

Orange County - Mercado Gonzalez restaurant
8.3

Mercado Gonzalez

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Mexican
  • Quick
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    good

Food: Explosion of flavors!

Mercado Gonzalez serves up an authentic and creative culinary adventure that will leave you wanting more. And more you shall have, thanks to their generous portions. Dive into a sea of diverse options that tantalize with an unforgettable, satisfying taste. With every bite, you can taste the freshness of the ingredients, enhancing your culinary experience. A little caution though, if you're seeking value, high prices might give you pause with your bite.

  • Great Variety

    Wide selection caters to all, offering various authentic and fusion foods.

  • Bad Value

    High prices not justified by mediocre food and drink quality.

Top 3 dishes at Mercado Gonzalez

  1. 1

    Churros and Hot Chocolate 🏆

    Churros are crispy, creamy, and perfect when dipped in rich hot chocolate.

    Churros and Hot Chocolate dish
  2. 2

    House Made Tortillas

    Tortillas consistently praised for freshness, handmade quality, and delicious taste.

    House Made Tortillas dish
  3. 3

    Tortas and Tamales

    Most reviews emphasized delicious flavors and fresh, quality ingredients.

    Tortas and Tamales dish

Vibe: Vibrant and bursting at seams

Stepping into Mercado Gonzalez, you’re instantly greeted by a vibrant and welcoming ambiance, filled with culture and authenticity. It's always buzzing – a testament to its popularity. Despite the energetic scene and high social media buzz, be warned - the entertainment can be a bit overpowering and the drinks might not match up to the upbeat spirit.

  • Great Ambiance

    Vibrant, welcoming, and clean with beautiful, authentic cultural ambiance.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Live music too loud, causing guests to shout for communication.

Perks: Hard parking and louder noise

Prepare to play hide and seek with parking spaces that are few, far, and often expensive. Once inside, communicating might be a challenge due to the loud music. The staff could do a little better with being friendly and attentive. However, if you're with family, there's plenty of seating to ensure a comfortable dining experience.

  • Great For Kids

    Plenty of seating for families, great for comfortable dining experience.

  • Okay Outdoor

    Patio with heaters and TVs appreciated, despite occasional overcrowding.

  • Bad Service

    Unfriendly, inattentive staff with long waits damage experience.