Bustling spot known for house rice & beans dishes up traditional Mexican fare including carnitas. Based on 3 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
201 S Bradford Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
Phone: (714) 993-7880
Website: http://www.elfarolitomex.com/
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Hours
| Friday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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7 AM–8 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
N N
I’ve been here over 8 times now! Every visit is a treat for my taste buds, and my favorite dish is hands down the arroz y pollo. The salsa is fantastic and spicy, which adds an extra kick to every bite. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and they make me feel like a valued guest every time I visit. The atmosphere is casual but it is truly a gem.
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Mike Kelly
El Farolito Mexican Restaurant is a popular Mexican food restaurant located in Placentia. We had a short wait to be seated. The staff were friendly and efficient. The food was good but not fantastic. The menu was pretty extensive The restaurant ambience was nice and colorful.
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John Olsen
Fabulous and flavorful food. Everything I’ve had is excellent but I keep coming back to their carnitas. Order them crispy for an extra treat.
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A Liaw
LOVED IT here!! I don’t know maybe just me, but you can tell it’s legit right when you walk in.
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Stefanie Fasciocco
Been coming here for three years straight during our vacation in LA. Very consistent and haven’t had a bad thing on the menu. Their Arroz con Pollo is what keeps me coming back though! Big portions, decently priced and ample seating in the “parking lot” 😉
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Kevin N
Had a birthday brunch for my Grandmother here. Every dish was fantastic, service was great even though it was a bit busy, portions were large, and the temperature was comfortable with the heaters even though it was rainy outside. We tried the breakfast enchiladas, bacon & eggs, chilaquiles, and chorizo w/ potatoes.
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M L
Excellent food and service. Very authentic. Parking can be a challenge in the neighborhood.
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Jonathan Ross
The food was absolutely fantastic, had the carnitas enchiladas one with red sauce and one with green. Both were really good, but I’d say the green won out. Service was slow to get orders in and drinks, then a refill. Worth the wait though
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ANDRE ABAJIAN
I arrived at lunchtime, first time here. I got the Carnitas plate, I believe it’s number 37. Very good service food came out hot and salsa is called the way it should be. The Carnitas were cooked well and tender.
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Sam Bawahab
Small authentic Mexican family restaurant serving tasty great food. Reasonable price. Quick service friendly and courteous. Waiter very attentive with refills. 1st basket of chips free.
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