Taco Mesa has served authentic Mexican food rooted in tradition and elevated by quality since 1991. Our fast-casual kitchen uses fresh ingredients, hand-pressed tortillas, stone ground ingredients, and premium meats—prepared without seed oils. Enjoy tacos, burritos, bowls, and plates crafted with care, in a modern and welcoming space. — Fresh pressed, organic tortillas — No seed oils — Vegetarian & gluten-free options — Dine-in, takeout & online ordering available —Family-friendly, fast service — Beer on tap Real flavor. Real food. Always made from scratch.
Hours
| Friday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5781 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA 92807
Phone: (949) 899-8226
Website: https://order.toasttab.com/online/taco-mesa-anaheim-hills
Menu Photos
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Reviews
Self-Protection Sifu
Bottom Line Up Front:
A cozy place with great service and average food for above average prices.
The Food:
My wife and I came here for Taco Tuesday, looking for delicious Mexican food for cheap (or at least affordable prices). Shocked to find the special prices ranged from $3 to $5, which means their regular cost ($4 to $8) is overpriced. We ordered the chicken mole taco, beef taco, pozole, crispy beef taco, chips and guac, and a Mexican Coke.
The tacos were fine but nothing to write home about. I disliked how the tortillas disintegrated like a wet paper bag due to the meat juice and salsa. The pozole was rather bland, as if it lacked oregano and other seasoning. Fortunately, the chips and guac were excellent. Naturally the bottled Coke was perfect.
The Service:
Our server was fast, friendly, and very knowledgeable. I wish I had asked for his name to give him his due (he was a bald Latino man in his 20s or 30s). A+ rating in this regard.
The Overvalued Setup:
Another reason for my so-so rating is that this is a fast-casual restaurant. You walk up and order at the front counter like a fast-food joint but they bring the dishes out to you. Nothing wrong with that, per se … except that the meal prices are as high as sit-down full-service restaurants.
The Location:
It’s located at the corner of Imperial Highway and Santa Ana Canyon Road, tucked inside a shopping complex with a poorly designed parking lot. It’s across lot from the LA Fitness, so parking can be difficult to find during peak hours.
Inside, the place is clean with spartan-like decor. But I dislike the layout. In the center of the main dining area is a giant rectangular table with stools, serving as a kind of shared counter. That area could have easily housed 3 to 5 separate tables for less awkward seating arrangements. To make matters worse, there are cutouts in the tables where tree stick out, like some form of artwork.
I sat at a table in the side dining area near the rest rooms and it has chairs and benches, which were uncomfortable.
The Conclusion:
Taco Mesa is hit and miss: authentic offerings but bland flavors; excellent customer service but awkward interior setting; average food but above-average prices.
… moreA cozy place with great service and average food for above average prices.
The Food:
My wife and I came here for Taco Tuesday, looking for delicious Mexican food for cheap (or at least affordable prices). Shocked to find the special prices ranged from $3 to $5, which means their regular cost ($4 to $8) is overpriced. We ordered the chicken mole taco, beef taco, pozole, crispy beef taco, chips and guac, and a Mexican Coke.
The tacos were fine but nothing to write home about. I disliked how the tortillas disintegrated like a wet paper bag due to the meat juice and salsa. The pozole was rather bland, as if it lacked oregano and other seasoning. Fortunately, the chips and guac were excellent. Naturally the bottled Coke was perfect.
The Service:
Our server was fast, friendly, and very knowledgeable. I wish I had asked for his name to give him his due (he was a bald Latino man in his 20s or 30s). A+ rating in this regard.
The Overvalued Setup:
Another reason for my so-so rating is that this is a fast-casual restaurant. You walk up and order at the front counter like a fast-food joint but they bring the dishes out to you. Nothing wrong with that, per se … except that the meal prices are as high as sit-down full-service restaurants.
The Location:
It’s located at the corner of Imperial Highway and Santa Ana Canyon Road, tucked inside a shopping complex with a poorly designed parking lot. It’s across lot from the LA Fitness, so parking can be difficult to find during peak hours.
Inside, the place is clean with spartan-like decor. But I dislike the layout. In the center of the main dining area is a giant rectangular table with stools, serving as a kind of shared counter. That area could have easily housed 3 to 5 separate tables for less awkward seating arrangements. To make matters worse, there are cutouts in the tables where tree stick out, like some form of artwork.
I sat at a table in the side dining area near the rest rooms and it has chairs and benches, which were uncomfortable.
The Conclusion:
Taco Mesa is hit and miss: authentic offerings but bland flavors; excellent customer service but awkward interior setting; average food but above-average prices.
Sean Tack
I had three tacos… Asada, blackened shrimp and crispy shredded beef. They were all very tasty and I enjoyed a glass of Brewery X Huckleberry on tap. The workers were friendly but you only interact with them when you order. I don’t like tipping at the cash register when you’re not really being “served” but just brought your food to your table. For the price, the portions fell short. A little bit of a fast food look to the place with some upbeat music. I may go back.
… moresalvador jasso
Angie was very helpful and friendly. The food was scrumptious and all of the salsas were on point in flavor and consistency (not watered down). We enjoyed both fish tacos, enchiladas, and pozole. Try the Horchata also. I’ll definitely be back to check out the rest on the menu. HOME MADE TORTILLAS.
… moreMichele Kerr
Had the bowl, at the suggestion, of the lovely girl taking my order. It was superb! So full of flavor for something with a healthy twist. Excellent and kind service and attention to detail. The pink bathrooms!!
… moreMichael Miazga
My favorite taco place in the area by far. You can taste the freshness. They have Bell’s three hearted Ale. The Al Pastor with chunks of pineapple, so good. Homemade fresh tortillas.
… moreRalph D. Apel
We love the Orange location, but I don’t remembering it costing this much. My wife got three tacos and a Coke, I got a cheese enchilada plate and horchata for over $50, which is crazy for counter service and paper plates. The utensils are metal, which scrapes the paper into your food. No chips included. The interior is a joyless white box. Zero decor. The employees seem nice enough.
The food was good, but I can literally go to any sit down restaurant in the area and get more food for less. Unless the prices change, we won’t be back.
UPDATE: After reading one of the review responses from the owner, I’m definitely not coming back here.
… moreThe food was good, but I can literally go to any sit down restaurant in the area and get more food for less. Unless the prices change, we won’t be back.
UPDATE: After reading one of the review responses from the owner, I’m definitely not coming back here.
Teresa
The blackened shrimp taco was amazing. It was stuffed with all the toppings which perfectly complemented the shrimp. I added the pickled onions which are oh so yummy. We each ordered the chips which had great flavor. The others had high praise for the fried fish tacos. Overall great place!!
… moreChristopher Morton
My wife and I had gone to the original Taco Mesa years ago. It was nice to have something old, yet new closet to home. Angie was great helping out with our order. The items available on taco Tuesday made the day. The hard shell potato, shredded chicken and beef tacos were fresh and crispy. Looking forward to trying more of the menu.
… moreScott Burgess
The food here is so good! They make everything fresh fry everything in beef tallow. Zero seed oils, which I absolutely love. And not just the food, but the whole experience. The customer service really stands out, everyone is super friendly and helpful. Especially Angie, she was great and made us feel at home. I highly suggest you come and give it a try. Make sure you get a cup of the horchata, they use tiger nut instead of rice milk… you can thank me later
… moreNIcole Rae
Had a great experience at Taco Mesa! The food was excellent from start to finish. the chips and salsa were fresh and addictive, and the tacos were absolutely delicious. The burritos really stood out, especially the homemade tortillas, which were a total highlight. A special shoutout to Angela, who helped us navigate the menu and made fantastic recommendations. She was incredibly helpful and made the experience even better. Can’t wait to come back!
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