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Chaak KITCHEN, Tustin, CA
Award-winning

Chaak KITCHEN

4.8
4.8
2136 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
Discover CHAAK, nestled in the heart of Old Towne Tustin. A culinary gem honored with a 2024 Michelin Bib. Inspired by Executive Chef Gabbi Patrick’s Yucatecan roots, CHAAK features Mayan staples of pibil, recados, seafood, smoke, and exotic spices combined with her signature modern flare. The Yucatan peninsula's influence sets it apart, with Spanish, Caribbean, and Mediterranean influences, dense tropical climate, and deep Mayan culture roots.

Indulge in our signature dishes, like the Ceviche Campeche, Cochinita Pibil, Parrillada, & Branzino. Our menu boasts culinary delights like panuchos, salbutes, empanadas, pork belly tacos, enchiladas, almejas, tamal, bombas and much more. CHAAK is open for Dinner, lunch & brunch. Enjoy our full service craft bar, where expertly crafted cocktails and specially curated wines compliment the culinarily journey of CHAAK. We accept reservations for large parties and have buyout options available.

Experience the spirit of the Yucatan at CHAAK.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Regional Mexican, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Fri–Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (657) 699-3019
  • Website
    http://www.chaakkitchen.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Gabbi Patrick
  • Private party facilities
    We accomodate large parties of 8 or more. CHAAK Kitchen offers both indoor and outdoor seating options, providing a versatile setting for your gathering. Explore our restaurant buyout options to elevate your event experience. We blend culinary excellence with a spacious and elegant atmosphere, ensuring your celebration is memorable.
  • Location
    215 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Tustin
  • Cross street
    E 2nd Street and El Camino Real
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 2,136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North Orange County

    Best Overall

  • North Orange County

    Best Food

  • North Orange County

    Best Ambiance

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chaak KITCHEN offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." The unique menu showcases inventive Yucatán cuisine with fresh, flavorful dishes. Guests rave about the "great ambiance" and attentive staff. Though occasionally pricy, the quality and creativity make it a top choice for special occasions.

2,136 Reviews

  1. Leah

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Brian, was great. We were visiting for the first time, and he was great at making suggestions/recommendations for us. Our cocktails were fantastic! The food was delicious. Overall a great restaurant and experience

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  2. lori

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been to the restaurant many many times the food is always consistent and perfectly prepared. Service was a little off last night, but no deduction for that because it’s usually always spot on.

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  3. Mark

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great mix of dishes Important to try the more obscure items

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  4. tammy

    VIP

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in Orange County. This restaurant is my go to! Love, love the taste

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  5. Marla

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Ryan, explained the nuances if the menu and prevented us from over ordering. The food was definitely 5 Star.

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  6. Lorena

    Phoenix

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought my life-long friends earlier tonight to celebrate my birthday and they loved every part of the experience: the amazing food, service and ambiance! I was sooo happy that they loved it as much as I do! So grateful you are a part of our Tustin community! Cheers to life-long memories here in Tustin! Xoxo

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  7. Lisa

    VIP

    Phoenix

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely meal. Tried so many dishes I would have never tried and enjoyed them all. The bread pudding with persimmon was amazing. Loved the enchiladas with the bite of the pickled onions. Only wish was that we had more attention to our beverages being empty.

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  8. Daniel

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is fabulous, best I ever had north of the border. The service by Sergio was impeccable. Sergio is do excellent waiter sharing with us the intricacies of the menu The libations were very special. I can only recommend El Jefe. Wine was excellent from Adobi Guadalupe from the VdG. Excellent selection. It was a great evening. A bit on the loud side as a group of 8, sitting right behind us, made its presence known. A fabulous evening

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  9. Steven

    Orange County

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food, as always, was fabulous. Such great flavors and unique ideas make this place a big favorite of mine. Service, organization and cleanliness are always top notch too. Cocktails match the food, pricey but very creative and excellent quality. Highly recommend this place for a splurge.

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  10. Gina

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice restaurant with unusual yet tasty food. Will definitely come again.

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Chaak KITCHEN is rated 4.8 stars by 2136 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Google Map for Chaak KITCHEN

215 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    E 2nd Street and El Camino Real
  • Neighborhood
    Tustin
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Fri–Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Regional Mexican, Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gabbi Patrick
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.chaakkitchen.com/
  • Phone number
    (657) 699-3019
  • Private party facilities
    We accomodate large parties of 8 or more. CHAAK Kitchen offers both indoor and outdoor seating options, providing a versatile setting for your gathering. Explore our restaurant buyout options to elevate your event experience. We blend culinary excellence with a spacious and elegant atmosphere, ensuring your celebration is memorable.
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