Anepalco Mexican Restaurant

4.5 ( 575 reviews )
Checking... 8:00 AM - 1:45 PM See Hours
$10–20
415 S Main St, Orange, CA 92868, United States
+1 714-771-2333

Anepalco Mexican Restaurant, located in Orange, California, has garnered rave reviews for its warm atmosphere and delectable dishes. Patrons consistently highlight the welcoming service and the delicious, authentic cuisine that keeps them coming back for more. From the "fire" chilaquiles to the impressive burritos and chorizo tacos, every meal appears to be a flavorful journey. Customers like Allan Zhang commend the quick service and the vibrant ambiance, making it an inviting spot even on a chilly day.

The breakfast offerings are particularly praised, with dishes like guava French toast and abuelita mocha receiving glowing accolades. D H’s excitement over the costillas de puerico and chilaquiles divorciados reflects the restaurant's dedication to quality and flavor. Terry Wysocki notes that despite its modest appearance, the gourmet quality of the food is truly outstanding, proving that culinary excellence knows no pretense.

Overall, Anepalco is recognized not just as a dining destination but as a community favorite where every dish tells a story of tradition and passion. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this gem is worth a visit for anyone who appreciates authentic Mexican fare.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • From the business
    • Identifies as Latino-owned
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Usually has a wait
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Anepalco Mexican Restaurant

Allan Zhang
Jun 19,2025
Swung by this place early in the morning and was surprised to see it so empty! The servers and hosts were very friendly with music going. We were treated with a very warm welcome, despite the cold and windy day! Ordered a berry hibiscus tea, red chilaquiles, and a carne asada torta. Everything was incredibly tasty and the food was served just as quickly. We would definitely plan on coming back to this OG Anepalco location!
Alison Siglin
May 6,2025
We love this restaurant! The staff is so friendly and the food is delicious. We’ve never had a bad meal here. The chilaquiles are fire! But today we tried the burrito and chorizo tacos. Daaang! Can’t go wrong with anything you order here.
D H
May 5,2025
The BEST CHILEQUILES EVER! Best Coffee and abuelita mocha so good! This time we got the costillas de puerico (pork ribs) and chilaquiles divorciados (red & green sauce) Excellent Service. One of Our favorite breakfast spots. SOOOO GOOD!
Tanshi Mohan
Apr 18,2025
Visited for breakfast. The guava French toast was sweet, tangy, and light (delicious!). Service was great as well! I'd come back to try their lunch dishes!
Terry Wysocki
Mar 27,2025
Small Mexican diner. Not much ambience BUT food was amazing! We had four plates and all were gourmet quality! Verde Chiliquilles we're spectacular and so tasty. I live 50 miles away but I'll be coming back here.
ChaCha Cha
Mar 26,2025
LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE this place, I went here on a Saturday the place was packed but the wait was still only 15 mins! (mind you this is 2 people, bigger parties should call ahead.) The parking is terrible but well worth the hassle, such acute little spot. Plus the servers work in this beautiful unison which was really nice to see! 10 out of 10 would eat again!!
Colleen Walsh
Mar 18,2025
This is our go to breakfast on our way out of town, as we head home from Disneyland. Great food, great service, one of those tiny places that have the best food!
Michee QS
Mar 7,2025
This spot was one of our first date spots and we haven't been here in forever! So when hubby suggested that we visit here for their breakfast, I was super excited!! The Guava French Toast & the Chilaquiles will always be our favorite dishes here and it was just as delish as when we last visited! Because we were the 1st patrons there, our dishes came out super quick! We love the small, charming restaurant. We came pretty early on a weekday morning, so we got our choice seating. Be mindful that if you come on a weekend, it does get pretty packed! There are a handful of tables with chairs set up out front, with the main dining inside the restaurant. Can't wait to visit again! WHAT WE ORDERED: - Hot Abuelita Chocolate - Chilaquiles Divorciados - Guava French Toast

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