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Perla Mexican Cuisine is a Mexican restaurant inspired by family traditions, regional flavors, and the kind of food meant to be shared around the table. Our menu highlights thoughtfully prepared dishes made with quality ingredients, honoring classic Mexican recipes while presenting them in a fresh, modern way. We offer lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and a carefully crafted cocktail program featuring tequila, mezcal, and seasonal ingredients. Whether you’re stopping by for tacos and drinks, gathering with friends for brunch, or celebrating a special occasion, our space is designed to feel inviting, comfortable, and memorable. Perla also hosts private dinners and events, making it a great place for birthdays, gatherings, and intimate celebrat
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 400 W 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Phone: (714) 316-5421
Website: https://www.perladtsa.com/
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Reservations: perladtsa.comopentable.com
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Reviews
The Right Reverend Rex Flash
We stopped for lunch on a Sunday. The food was very average for the extremely high prices. We were promptly seated inside, our choice. A small mariachi group performed at one point—fun but incredibly loud.
The guacamole ($18) was a small portion with chips and a bland salsa. We had to ask twice for more chips. The guac was good but nothing special. The chilaquiles ($23) with sunny-side eggs and beans were fine—the beans were very good, the eggs perfectly cooked, and the chicken decent. The enchiladas de mole ($30) came with plenty of sauce but no sides or garnish. I asked for the Trio de Enchiladas, but was told it’s no longer available, which makes little sense since all three types are still on the menu separately.
Iced tea was $5. The atmosphere was nice, but overall the food and value don’t justify the prices. There are better choices in the neighborhood.
… moreThe guacamole ($18) was a small portion with chips and a bland salsa. We had to ask twice for more chips. The guac was good but nothing special. The chilaquiles ($23) with sunny-side eggs and beans were fine—the beans were very good, the eggs perfectly cooked, and the chicken decent. The enchiladas de mole ($30) came with plenty of sauce but no sides or garnish. I asked for the Trio de Enchiladas, but was told it’s no longer available, which makes little sense since all three types are still on the menu separately.
Iced tea was $5. The atmosphere was nice, but overall the food and value don’t justify the prices. There are better choices in the neighborhood.
BELKY BURGOS
My friends and I visited La Perla after considering a few places around DTSA and we were very pleased. Karina recommended The Jugo Verde mocktails and it was so amazing I had 3..!!! Daniel was very insightful and nice. We will definitely be back to enjoy the food, drinks and the customer service both Karina and Daniel provided.
… moreAlyssa Kazerooni
My husband and I had a wonderful lunch here! Came on a Saturday morning close to opening time. No wait time to be seated :).
Our cocktails were delicious! I had a passionfruit, tequila and prosecco cocktail and my husband had a dragonfruit and mezcal drink.
The food was wonderful. I enjoyed a nice Cesar salad with shrimp. The shrimps were fat and juicy :). My husband had their pork dish (forgetting the name but it was awesome!).
Vanessa was our server and she was WONDERFUL. So very kind, warm and welcoming. Her energy is absolutely infectious! We had a few short interactions with other employees who were just as nice as Vanessa was, but we didn’t catch their names.
Overall, we are definitely planning to come back soon for more delicious cocktails and food! Thank you for a wonderful lunch date, Perla!
… moreOur cocktails were delicious! I had a passionfruit, tequila and prosecco cocktail and my husband had a dragonfruit and mezcal drink.
The food was wonderful. I enjoyed a nice Cesar salad with shrimp. The shrimps were fat and juicy :). My husband had their pork dish (forgetting the name but it was awesome!).
Vanessa was our server and she was WONDERFUL. So very kind, warm and welcoming. Her energy is absolutely infectious! We had a few short interactions with other employees who were just as nice as Vanessa was, but we didn’t catch their names.
Overall, we are definitely planning to come back soon for more delicious cocktails and food! Thank you for a wonderful lunch date, Perla!
Iban Servin
Bartender Angel was amazing service felt very welcoming and inviting. Felt like I was in a little restaurant in Mexico. I got the steak and eggs and it was perfectly cooked to perfection the live Mariachi was also a nice little kick to the ambiance of the place. Perla’s is a 10/10 and a perfect place to bring family, friends to enjoy great food, drinks and music.
… moreRobert L Miller Attorney
A great location and friendly but slow service. You’ll find great cocktails here and standard Mexican cuisine favorites here.
… moreLorena Ismodes
The queso fundido was tasty. They make the best Mocktails. I had a Virgin Jugo Verde and was delicious. Karina took great care of us. And the live Mariachi is what did it for us.
… moreReyna Gonzalez
This was my first time here and I loved it ! Definitely on the pricier side and I wish the portions were a bit bigger, but other than that, great place !
I ordered the Prime Arrachera Plate.
Our server Danny made our experience great !
… moreI ordered the Prime Arrachera Plate.
Our server Danny made our experience great !
Kyle Richter
Perla is such a great spot for some killer Mexican food. Authentic recipes with amazing presentation. The Enchiladas are all amazing and come out looking like stunning little pieces of art. The drink menu also really shines, with beers on tap from a bunch of Mexican and OC breweries, and a cocktail menu that goes even harder. Grab a La Niña if you’re feeling like a great spicy margarita, or the Mi Viejo old fashioned is another favorite of mine. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, and the staff is all so friendly! Would 100% recommend a date night or any night at Perla.
… moreLora Papp
We came here on a fluke and we do not regret it. The food was great, the menu had a lot of options and the service was the best part of all. We would recommend this restaurant to any one in the downtown Santa Ana area. Vanessa was our server, ask for her you won’t regret it.
… moreRebecca Ojeda
My husband and I decided to host our courthouse wedding reception at Perla. This was an easy decision after only one afternoon of dining there with family, and meeting with Daniel, the manager.
From the first time we were guests at Perla, the staff treated us very well and did not hesitate to help us when it came to this special event. We loved everything. The food at Perla reminded me of food I used to have at families houses, it had that same kind of specialties to it. Our favorites foods that we had were the guacamole, the short rib tacos, salad, and the rice and beans. Daniel was super helpful and went above and beyond setting an intimate dinner for our families up. When we asked at the last minute if they were going to be able to hold a wedding cake for us, they didn’t hesitate to help even in the last hours before our event. When we were frank with them and told them we didn’t have any decorations due to budget issues, they surprised us with simple yet elegant decorations for the tables and everything looked wonderful coming together. The music they played in general was fun and not too loud for an intimate dinner. The whole staff on board was incredibly kind as well. My family and I would definitely make a trip to Perla anytime, and I encourage anyone who is thinking of having an event or even a meal down in Santa Ana to choose Perla.
… moreFrom the first time we were guests at Perla, the staff treated us very well and did not hesitate to help us when it came to this special event. We loved everything. The food at Perla reminded me of food I used to have at families houses, it had that same kind of specialties to it. Our favorites foods that we had were the guacamole, the short rib tacos, salad, and the rice and beans. Daniel was super helpful and went above and beyond setting an intimate dinner for our families up. When we asked at the last minute if they were going to be able to hold a wedding cake for us, they didn’t hesitate to help even in the last hours before our event. When we were frank with them and told them we didn’t have any decorations due to budget issues, they surprised us with simple yet elegant decorations for the tables and everything looked wonderful coming together. The music they played in general was fun and not too loud for an intimate dinner. The whole staff on board was incredibly kind as well. My family and I would definitely make a trip to Perla anytime, and I encourage anyone who is thinking of having an event or even a meal down in Santa Ana to choose Perla.