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Located in the vibrant city of Orange, CA, Taco Mesa Tortilleria Organica & Cafe offers a rich and authentic Mexican dining experience that delights both casual diners and passionate food lovers alike. Specializing in Mexican and Latin American cuisines, Taco Mesa stands out with its commitment to fresh, organic ingredients and a menu bursting with traditional flavors and inventive twists. From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere strikes a balance between cozy comfort and lively energy, making it perfect for a relaxed lunch or a satisfying dinner with friends and family.
The menu at Taco Mesa Tortilleria Organica & Cafe reads like a love letter to Mexican culinary heritage. Popular favorites include the Blackened Shrimp Tacos Al Carbon and Tacos Al Pastor, each bursting with vibrant, smoky, and savory notes that dance beautifully on the palate. Their Chips and Guacamole accompanied by fresh salsa and crisp vegetables deliver an addictively fresh start to any meal. Fans of heartier fare will appreciate the Carne Asada Burrito Mojado, a juicy, rich delight, although a few have noted variable tenderness in the carne asada itself. For lighter yet bold options, dishes like the Blackened Chicken Quesadilla or Quesadilla Vegetariana crafted with creamy avocado, grilled onion, and tomato truly shine, paired perfectly with guacamole and sour cream.
Diners rave about the diverse taco offerings, especially the Blackened Calamari and Blackened Fish Tacos, featuring chipotle sauce, cabbage relish, and crema—a tapestry of textures and deep flavor layers. The Mexico City Enchiladas Verdes and Chilaquiles Verdes display authentic Mexican soul food with fresh green sauces and house-made tortillas that bring every bite to life. Don't miss the Torta Alambre or the Tortas filled with chipotle aioli, grilled onions, and creamy avocado, which offer a satisfying handheld alternative full of bold, smoky, and tangy notes.
This cafe also caters thoughtfully to those looking for a sweet finish, with a standout Bread Pudding that provides a luxuriously moist, spiced finale to your meal. The ambiance invites you to savor each bite slowly, to enjoy the balance of traditional and contemporary tastes, and to appreciate the craft behind every dish.
While some guests have experienced a longer wait time during busy hours, the overall freshness and genuine flavor of the food, combined with friendly staff, consistently highlight Taco Mesa as a local gem. Customers appreciate the clearly made-to-order dishes that speak to the kitchen’s dedication to quality rather than speed. One visitor noted how the vegetarian tacos surprisingly captured the fullness of flavor one usually associates with meat-based dishes, demonstrating the careful attention paid to each preparation.
Whether you’re craving expertly grilled Carne Asada, tender Carnitas Tacos, or a memorable Quesadilla with your choice of fillings, Taco Mesa Tortilleria Organica & Cafe invites you to explore a world of authentic Mexican flavors that honor tradition with a fresh, organic twist. It’s a spot where every mouthful feels lovingly crafted, and where the vibrant spirit of Mexico comes alive in Orange.
Their carne asada was chewy and dry, but their pork carnitas was great! We waited 30 minutes for food for 5 people, which seems slow to me.
The food is good not exceptional but good . It's definitely fresh and made to order and you can tell it's made with love and its flavorful. Maybe the hype and overall expectation may have been what caused me to give it a four out of five. The staff is great but it's a little difficult as there's no designated food pick up spot when you order in you're kinda getting the food in front of people ordering or whenever they can kinda hand it to you at.
Taco Mesa was absolutely delicious. Vegetarian taco didn't even taste like it had no meat. All the flavors were there. The crispy potato taco was so good. It almost tasted like a fish taco to me. The green shell was very good and whatever flavors was in it was perfect. The Mexico City enchilada plate was also super delicious. The enchiladas were the best I have had so far in orange. The beans were different but good. Very flavorful. I'm thinking of going back for round two today because man everything was so good I just want more.
This place is awesome. Wide variety on the menu. Excellent quality and large size meals. I definitely recommend.