Carmelita's

Carmelita's is a mexican restaurant Rancho Santa Margarita located in United States.

9 / 10
95
ratings
  • Phone

    (949) 709-7600

  • Website

    carmelitaskitchen.com

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  • Type

    Mexican Restaurant

Address

31441 Santa Margarita Pkwy Ste P Rancho Santa Margarita , CA 92688 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Dinner
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 35


Keywords:

Mexican food margaritas scenic views good for dates chimichangas churros great value short ribs tamales outdoor seating tequila good for groups healthy food spicy food desserts brunch food lakes bar chips and salsa dinner
Andreas OontzMonster Victorsson

The shrimp chimichanga is to die for! Yo dog, I heard you like Margaritas , so you should get a Margarita , while you're at lake Rancho Santa Margarita, in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Petra Fetters

Love this place. Shrimp flauta off the appetizer are great and love the yummy bean dip . Try the Sunday buffet brunch too!

Claire Fleming

Try Jefe's Spicy Margarita . It's legit spicy though so order a water with it, otherwise you'll down the drink in a few minutes.

OC Weekly

Not only does this spot have a great lakeside view but their fajitas and margaritas are delicious! Overall good Mexican food and great service!

Scott Arrredondo

The blackened burrito is pretty good and so filling. Great views and friendly service .

Ben

Beautiful views from the patio . Great margaritas .

Amy Barseghian

What an amazing restaurant ! Rare to find great service and amazing food with such a distinct atmosphere.

Debra Alden

The Carmelita’s Ribeye Tacos—holy cow. I think they may be the best thing I’ve ever eaten in my life.

Phyllis Abraham

I try something different every time I here and haven't came across anything that wasn't Delicious.

Gordon Gauss

Sunday brunch is great. Sit outside so you have a view of the lake with the ducks and the geese.

Chris

Great atmosphere, love the chips and salsa , and great food

Docc B

3 words: Short...rib...enchiladas!!! OMG, the bomb.

Jordan Lee

best guacamole ! also there is never a wait!!

Hailey Newbry

The chips and salsa are SO GOOD! But don't eat too many because then there is no room for dinner (:

Hector Tapia

I'm sorry to write this review because all the employees are very nice, but as a Mexican I have to say that this is not authentic Mexican food . Nice view and environment though.

Marc Robinson

The short rib enchiladas are excellent!

OC Mom Dining

Don't be afraid of the wait time... It is always faster than quoted. Ocmomdining.com

JeeGlo

Everything!

Amy Barseghian

You must drink their top shelf margarita...or three .

Amy Barseghian

Clemente is the owner. Great guy who wants to know his customers.

Docc B

STILL...the bomb ????

John Van Duzer

I had an awesome wet burrito .

balletgirrl

Great mexican food and a beautiful lake view . I love enchilda,tamale taco combo plate.

Travis Wyatt

If you love guacamole , theirs cannot be beat. And for dessert , the churros are incredible!

Barb Ezell

Lots of metal sculptures

Kevin Ells

Try the soup it can feed two people and very hearty.

Mike Finn

Best tequila selection .

Michael Norwood

Eat on the patio !

Leonardo Zevallos

Their Carnitas are very tasty!

Shawn Pons

The carnitas is amazing!! Read more

Alex Friend

Get the mole enchiladas ! Also their bloody marys are very spicy !

Carly Bates

They have the best Margaritas ! All natural!

Nguyen Duong

The churros...are pretty much AMAZING!!!

Heather French

Hands down, best margaritas EVER!

Ksenia Slavnikova

Огромный выбор Маргариты. Осень вкусное гуакамоле . И идеальный вид !

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