Top Restaurants in Balboa Island
Top 10 Mexican food in Balboa Island, Newport Beach, California
Find out what Mexican restaurants to try in Balboa Island including Eat Chow, Great MEX, Sol Cocina, Red O Mexican Cuisine by Rick Bayless, Picante Martin's Mexican, Eat Chow, Rockin' Baja, Eat Chow, El Cholo, Avila's El Ranchito
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10. Avila's El Ranchito
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By 669davew
I joined a group of 10 coworkers for dinner. We enjoyed nachos, guacamole and salsa as an appetizer. Each time that the chips were low, there were more on the way. I enjoyed the chicken fajitas, which were delicious. Everyone enjoyed their food. We will be back again!
9. El Cholo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By DanaLosAngeles
El Cholo has been an institution in Los Angeles for a very long time, and this location is the Newport Beach El Cholo on PCH. Good Mexican food, not spectacular.
8. Eat Chow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
We are local little spots that have became one of Orange County's favorites for elevated comfort food. We are just-off-the-beaten-path restaurants that are low key yet deliver a BIG gastronomical punch with our dishes that combine American comfort food wi
Reviewed By Anonymous855
One food adventurer and one less so wandered into this place just off of Newport Blvd on 18th street. They had something for both of us at breakfast, I had the "Fried Egg" and expected the items to come deconstructed on the plate...nope they were stacked but it was good. My friend had regular food and the potatoes looked sort of bland being so lightly cooked. I would go again and try some other items on the menu. Keep up the good cooking and pleasant service. Think about adding some sound proofing on the ceiling please.
7. Rockin' Baja
Overall Ratings
4 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By joev696
Great portions. Excellent never ending Charro beans. The tortillas were like homemade. Plenty of lobster. Brought some home. Great prompt service
6. Eat Chow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
We are local little spots that have became one of Orange County's favorites for elevated comfort food. We are just-off-the-beaten-path restaurants that are low key yet deliver a BIG gastronomical punch with our dishes that combine American comfort food wi
Reviewed By Anonymous855
One food adventurer and one less so wandered into this place just off of Newport Blvd on 18th street. They had something for both of us at breakfast, I had the "Fried Egg" and expected the items to come deconstructed on the plate...nope they were stacked but it was good. My friend had regular food and the potatoes looked sort of bland being so lightly cooked. I would go again and try some other items on the menu. Keep up the good cooking and pleasant service. Think about adding some sound proofing on the ceiling please.
5. Picante Martin's Mexican
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By Caymanisle
This quaint restaurant was amazing. the tacos, burritos and salads were so good. Who knew this wonderful restaurant was in the middle of Balboa Island. it does pay to walk around and check out who is eating where. we will definitely be back on our next trip to Newport Beach. You know a place is good when the locals eat there too.
4. Red O Mexican Cuisine by Rick Bayless
Overall Ratings
4 based on 412 reviews
Reviewed By 804chadr
Much more than your typical Mexican joint with high prices. The foos is very well done and atmosphere is great for a nice evening out.
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3. Sol Cocina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 280 reviews
Reviewed By Aussiejack1
We had a great casual dinner here, and although the wait to be seated in the restaurant was over an hour, we seated ourselves right away in the large bar area (with teenagers) The sevice was prompt, we started with guac (that could have used more seasoning and delicious roasted corn (the best dish of the night!) Thee fish tacos were very good and the portions were large. The music in the bar was good but quite loud, not allowing for conversation.
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2. Great MEX
Overall Ratings
4 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By Keri M
One of the better local Mexican food opportunities. Good flavor, casual take-out or eat in, consistent.
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1. Eat Chow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
We are local little spots that have became one of Orange County's favorites for elevated comfort food. We are just-off-the-beaten-path restaurants that are low key yet deliver a BIG gastronomical punch with our dishes that combine American comfort food wi
Reviewed By Anonymous855
One food adventurer and one less so wandered into this place just off of Newport Blvd on 18th street. They had something for both of us at breakfast, I had the "Fried Egg" and expected the items to come deconstructed on the plate...nope they were stacked but it was good. My friend had regular food and the potatoes looked sort of bland being so lightly cooked. I would go again and try some other items on the menu. Keep up the good cooking and pleasant service. Think about adding some sound proofing on the ceiling please.
