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Taco Rosa - Irvine
Experience authentic Mexico City Cuisine at Taco Rosa. Our talented executive chef and creative team utilize ingredients, spices and flavors passed on through our ancestral roots ~ our Aztec, Mayan & Spanish heritage. Today these elements are fused with cutting-edge technique and innovation providing the best of 'old world' culture in a unique contemporary experience. Taco Rosa brings to you the best dishes from a variety of regions throughout Mexico, unique award winning culinary creations along with your familiar local favorites.
We use natural grass fed beef for our Rib Eye Carne Asada, Angus outside skirt steak for our fajitas, enchiladas, salads and tostadas. Fresh Wild Sea Bass is featured in our entree 'Zarandeado' and also in our Ceviche. Taco Rosa features a unique 'cantina approach' which begins each morning with the daily hand squeezing of juices. We produce a supreme and unmatched line of fresh fruit margaritas, sangrias, mojitos and martinis.
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31 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 31 reviews
5 stars
(7)
4 stars
(17)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(9)
- fit for foodies(7)
- good for groups(7)
- great for outdoor dining(7)
- special occasion(7)
- romantic(4)
Taco Rosa - Irvine Reviews List
Review 1 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for a office lunch meeting or a family gathering!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Second and last time!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second and last time at Taco Rosa. The restaurant has a nice decor and the staff are friendly. That is where the good stops. The food both times was not worth the effort. We tried 3 different types of tacos (all served slightly warm), the chili relleno plate and an enchilada plate. Not one item was worth mention.
Not sure how they stay in business!"
Not sure how they stay in business!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 3 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Celebrated our daughters birthday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Celebrated our daughters birthday at Taco Rosa. The staff were excellent. The lobster tacos and lobster enchilada were delicious. I was so impressed with the food. Will be going back soon for more."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 4 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We travelled from San Diego
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We travelled from San Diego to Irvine for a special birthday dinner for 14. We booked our rez through open table and there was no waiting when we arrived. Our Server Samuel and his team were very good. Food was much better than we expected, in fact I would consider this to be upscale mexican food, but reasonably priced. We would say that this is much better food and more reasonably priced than Javiers mexican food. Food was excellent, and the margaritas were terrific. Ambience was great too!. We will be back."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
There is absolutely no reason
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There is absolutely no reason to go here when Javier's is not too far down the freeway. I thought I would try it since its close to my house. But I was very disappointed. The food was flavorless and just as expensive as Javier's. It was a waste of time and money. If you want great Mexican food just go to Javier's!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
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Review 6 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was great, although
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was great, although I think for five adults in one booth makes it a little tight, would have been more comfortable in the back booths where we could spread out a bit."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 7 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Best house margaritas in town.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best house margaritas in town. We sat outside to stay away from a very crowded inside. Wait staff was very busy with the inside groups and therefore slow to begin our service. The sofa/booth style seats are comfortable for relaxing but not optimal for eating. The food was excellent."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 8 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot for a business
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great spot for a business lunch! Centrally located in Orange County to meet and greet people! Very nice menu with traditional and nuevello cuisine! Definitely recommend it!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2001
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Review 9 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
When is a Happy Hour Not So Happy?
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were very disappointed that they suspended their Happy Hour because it was President's Day.
President's Day? Give me a break!
There was a handwritten sign on the front door which read, "No Happy Hour, Happy Holiday."
We almost didn't go in. Apparently, many other people felt as we did, because the normally very busy restaurant was quite empty that evening."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2007
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Review 10 for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
What's so special?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"When we arrived the place was busy. We were seated right away, as we had a reservation.
Clearly the staff was overwhelmed by the business. Our server was trying to serve us in a hurried manner. We never received any chips or salsa, I had to ask 3 times to get hot sauce or salsa for my entree (once from the mgr, who must have forgotten).
The food was under seasoned and not that tasty.The margarita was cloyingly sweet. I have to say this was no different from any standard Mexican restaurant anywhere in S.Cal. Nothing special here.
We do not recommend."
Clearly the staff was overwhelmed by the business. Our server was trying to serve us in a hurried manner. We never received any chips or salsa, I had to ask 3 times to get hot sauce or salsa for my entree (once from the mgr, who must have forgotten).
The food was under seasoned and not that tasty.The margarita was cloyingly sweet. I have to say this was no different from any standard Mexican restaurant anywhere in S.Cal. Nothing special here.
We do not recommend."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2008
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Taco Rosa - Irvine
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic