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El Farolito Mexican Restaurant

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4.6(3,608)
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Menu Highlights

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Dinner Salad

$7

Small green salad with tomatoes, red cabbage, carrots and shredded cheese. Side of blue cheese, ranch or 1000 island.

Cheese Quesadilla

$8

One large flour tortilla filled with cheddar and jack cheese.

Mexican Quesadilla

$14

Large cheese quesadilla with pork or chicken, topped with beans and sour cream. Carne asada or carnitas 17.

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

$14

Boiled shrimp in broth, ketchup and pico de gallo. Small 10. Add fresh avocado 2.50.

Nachos Supreme

$15

For 2 or more. Tortilla chips covered with beans, melted cheese, pork sauce, pico de gallo and sour cream. Add carne asada, carnitas, chicken, chile con carne or guacamole 3.

Machaca con Huevos Plate

$18

Shredded beef or chicken sautéed with egg, onions, jalapeños, cilantro and tomatoes. Served with rice, beans and tortillas.

Huevos con Jamon

$13

Two sunny side eggs and a slice of ham.

Huevos con Tocino

$14

Two sunny side eggs with 3 strips of well done bacon.

Appetizers · 5Breakfast · 9Burritos · 5Combination Plates · 2Enchiladas · 6Seafood · 5House Specials · 10

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Location & Hours

Address

201 S Bradford Ave, Placentia, CA 92870, USA
Placentia, California 92870
United States
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Hours

Closed • Opens Tuesday at 7:00 AM
Monday7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(714) 993-7880

About El Farolito Mexican Restaurant

Bustling spot known for house rice & beans dishes up traditional Mexican fare including carnitas.

Price range
inexpensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 26, 2025.

4.6/5
Based on 3,608 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Mike Cano

2 months ago

The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for enjoying a meal with friends or family. Whether it’s the enchiladas, carne asada, or fresh salsa, everything tastes amazing and true to Mexican flavor...

Jeff Stark

3 weeks ago

On multiple occasions, I was recommended to visit this establishment, and I finally took the plunge. I visited for breakfast on a Tuesday, and the place was quite lively. I ordered the chilaquiles wi...

R J

2 months ago

El Farolito Is Always Delicious.I Brought My Son and Mom. After a couple of Wet Burrito Specials Red/Green and Mom's Plate for Mom, They Now See Why I Love this Place.

Jim Balderrama

6 months ago

Excellent Mexican restaurant. Great service, as soon as we were seated a bowl of warm chips and tasty salsa was delivered to our table. Our drink orders were taken and soon delivered. Minimal wait for...

Cloyce Martin

a month ago

Late lunch on Sunday. We had a short wait but the line was long when we were leaving so plan on that. The food is amazing. All four of our dishes were extraordinary. I had the fish fillet Cancun style...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant consistently provides a highly positive dining experience, with customers praising the delicious food and overall satisfaction.

Customer Favorites

Popular menu items include chilaquiles, fish fillet Cancun style, carne asada, enchiladas, wet burrito specials, chips, and salsa. The rice and beans are also frequently mentioned as exceptional.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as cozy and welcoming, with efficient and friendly wait staff. Prompt service, including the immediate delivery of chips and salsa, is also appreciated.

Value & Quality

Customers consistently praise the excellent value, noting large portion sizes and reasonable prices. The food is described as delicious, authentic, and of high quality.

Areas for Improvement

No specific areas for improvement were mentioned.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the restaurant's lively atmosphere and potential for wait times, particularly during peak hours. The value for money, especially concerning drinks like the Cadillac margarita, is a recurrent positive point.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is El Farolito Mexican Restaurant located?

El Farolito Mexican Restaurant is located at 201 S Bradford Ave, Placentia, CA 92870, USA.

What is the price range at El Farolito Mexican Restaurant?

El Farolito Mexican Restaurant is listed as inexpensive.

Where can I find the hours for El Farolito Mexican Restaurant?

The listed hours for El Farolito Mexican Restaurant are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact El Farolito Mexican Restaurant?

Call El Farolito Mexican Restaurant at (714) 993-7880. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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