Anepalco Restaurant

4.6

643 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

Anepalco is a modern Mexican restaurant located next to ALO Hotel in Orange, California. Our restaurant combines traditional Mexican ingredients with a modern twist. We focus on bringing flavors from all regions of Mexico to your palate. Come and try our famous chilaquiles, organic handmade tortillas, Huitlacoche Octopus tacos or al pastor tacos for lunch. Visit us for dinner where the menu gets sophisticated with a Agua Chile Negro, Chichilo Mole, Short Ribs Barbacoa with chochoyotes or Pork Belly Tacos. Treat yourself with a dessert like corn cake with nopal ice cream or an amazing Horchata Strawberry Cheesecake.

Anepalco have a great variety of Mexican wines from Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California, and specialize in tequila and mezcal craft cocktails. Come and join us for a great dining experience by Chef Daniel Godinez.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:15 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:15 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(714) 456-9642
Website
http://www.anepalco.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Daniel Godinez
Catering
Tell us a few details of your occasion, and we can create an special menu for your event.

Location
3737 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868
Neighborhood
Orange
Cross street
City Dr.
Parking details
Additional Parking Structure located in the back of the Ayres Hotel
Public transit
UCI Medical Center, ALOHotel, Disneyland, Angel's Stadium, Double Tree
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

Margarita Tuesday
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 11:00 AM - 1:15 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:15 PM,Fri - 11:00 AM - 1:15 PM
Margarita Tuesday is here at Anepalco! Sip on our handcrafted margaritas made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, from freshly squeezed lime juice to house-made syrups. Whether you're a fan of the classic or looking for something adventurous, we’ve got the perfect pour for you. Join us all day for refreshing margaritas and a perfect midweek escape. Salud!
Sip & Savor
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Join us for Happy Hour at Anepalco Restaurant in Orange, CA, every Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM! Enjoy specials on wines, tap beers, well cocktails, and our signature margaritas. Pair your drinks with our mouthwatering appetizers like fresh guacamole and chips and make your evening extra special. Whether you're winding down after work or kicking off the night, Anepalco’s Happy Hour is the perfect place to relax and indulge!

Popular dishes

What 643 people are saying

Anepalco Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orange County
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
North Orange County
Mexican
North Orange County
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Anepalco Restaurant offers an inviting ambiance with "authentic Mexican food" and "amazing cocktails." Guests appreciate the "delicious and flavorful" dishes like the "chicken mole enchiladas" and "lobster enchiladas." Service is often praised as "exceptional," although some note occasional waiting issues. A perfect spot for those seeking "elevated Latin cuisine."

643 Reviews

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cole VIP
Orange County6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is an unassuming location but the food was excellent. The vibe inside was great too. I’ll be returning regularly from now on. The carnitas were insane.
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paul
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, good atmosphere and friendly and attentive staff
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Andrew
Orange County4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful! Great food and service.Highly recommended.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive waiter, drinks were exceptional, and the food is very authentic.
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Jane
Orange County4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food! I always try to eat here when I’m in the area!!!
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Evan VIP
Orlando2 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Completely unexpected! Best I’ve ever had! Service was awesome but the food was off the hook!
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Patricia VIP
Los Angeles15 reviews
3.0
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Virtually never have time nor inclination to review however: Unfortunately, the overly generous and normally delicious salad was WAY overdressed to the point of globular dressing. The menu needs additional hits. Like beef without pork,and not so much raw. The margarita flights were great. Just weak in alcohol. Staff and service were lovely except when the bill came and Amex was rejected due to over extended….which was kind of funny since Amex Platinum HAS NO LIMIT, and besides, it was pd off in advance so run it a second time before you insult your guests. Just sayin’.
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Anne
San Francisco14 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and atmosphere, steak was a bit fatty. Wonderful margaritas!
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Minhee
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for hangouts. Atmosphere is amazing and servers are friendly.
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Courtney VIP
Los Angeles15 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time: beautiful restaurant, amazing food, and terrific service! I always enjoy coming here.
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FAQs

Anepalco Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 456-9642.

Anepalco Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 643 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3737 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
City Dr.
Neighborhood
Orange
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:15 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:15 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Additional Parking Structure located in the back of the Ayres Hotel
Public transit
UCI Medical Center, ALOHotel, Disneyland, Angel's Stadium, Double Tree
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniel Godinez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.anepalco.com/
Phone number
(714) 456-9642
Catering
Tell us a few details of your occasion, and we can create an special menu for your event.

Anepalco Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Private dining

Custom inquiry

Offers

Margarita Tuesday

Sip & Savor

Popular dishes

Mole Enchiladas

Chilaquiles Divorciados

Green Chilaquiles

Menu

What 643 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Anepalco Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Anepalco Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Anepalco Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information