I went here for lunch with my family. The staff was friendly and courteous, and the food was amazing. The place was spacious and cozy inside. There's some outdoor seating as well but we didn't try those seats. Those tortilla chips are awesome, and definitely order some to go after your meal.
Tami W.
We love Celindas food and the owner is amazing. Totally down to earth, envolées in the community and you can pretty much find him there everyday greeting customers. Their enchiladas, chili Colorado and chicken anything are some of our favorites. He has a great collection of guitars and other types of memorabilia. We do wish they had an online order system. So much easier for both parties. They recently joined DoorDash but the choices are limited and the prices are so much higher than on their menu especially if picking up.
Glenn Robinett
First time here, food and service was great, I will return ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blake T.
By far the best beans and carne asada I've ever had. Kind and friendly staff and great salsa.
Jeff Rosowski
Been here twice while my daughter has volleyball practice. If you're in the RSM area and need a place to eat great, authentic fresh (no freezer here!!) Mexican food ditch the chains and pop in. Trust me, it's worth it. Had the Carne Asada first then the Surf n' Turf Burrito. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Nadal knows what he's doing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
muilani u.
I had to pay for chips $3.25 for a small single serve bag and they don't give a tiny container of salsa??? Horrible customer policy!
Ian P.
My original perception of this place still stands. It's alright at best and their prices are way too high. Almost 20 dollars for a Chile Verde plate, portion was pretty small. Didn't fill me up at all. I don't think I'll return to this spot even if coworkers drag me back there again. Not worth the high price.
Martin E.
Placed an order for a birthday party consisting of rice, beans, enchiladas and a taco kit. picked up order and returned home to prepare for our guests. we found slight error with one of the dishes and called the restaurant. I didn't know what to expect but was greeted by the owner, Nadal, who apologized and offered to make things right. He immediately corrected the issue and even offered additional solution for the inconvenience. It was so surprising and refreshing to be made to feel as if my business really mattered to this small restaurant we've visited since their opening many years ago. It explains why this business has had to expand several times and then move to a larger location. I returned two weeks later to be greeted as if we had been friends for years and offered a comped meal; we will be visiting more often. As a bonus, the food has ALWAYS been fresh, hot and delicious. Our go-tos are the cheese enchiladas, tacos and of course, the rice, beans and guacamole and tortilla chips. In all fairness, we (or our family and friends) have never been disappointed by the quality or flavor of the meals here. I would go so far to say that their take-out meals are better served and more delicious than meals I've dined in. Definitely worth a try or two or three . . .
Andrea S.
We absolutely love Celinda's!! The service is spectacular!! The food is amazing! It's our go to Mexican place in OC.
Jay Liebig
Food quality is unsurpassed. Service is warm and friendly. Our favorite Mexican restaurant.
We’ve been going to this place for about a year. About 100% of the time when I chat with my wife what should we eat today, and she is in a mood for homemade-style food, we end up for dinner at Celinda’s.Last time I was around I told the owner he has the best chile verde in town, and I was wrong. He actually has the best chile verde ever. It’s literally the only place when the chile verde is always awesome.Keep up the good work and the reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chile Verde
Jairo Peña
delicious food
Paula Hanni Bolz
Comfortable restaurant to enjoy favorite dishes with family and friends. Next time, I will try the fresh fish taco.... and everything else on their menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Nease
Terrific food. The owner is always friendly and very proud of his food. He obviously loves what he does and his food reflects that.
My kids always ask for the breakfast burrito when they come to visit. Sadly, they often leave a sign on the door that they are opening an hour or two late, which is annoying since we drove 20 minutes to get there. Love their food, just wish they were more dependable
I went here for lunch with my family. The staff was friendly and courteous, and the food was amazing. The place was spacious and cozy inside. There's some outdoor seating as well but we didn't try those seats. Those tortilla chips are awesome, and definitely order some to go after your meal.
We love Celindas food and the owner is amazing. Totally down to earth, envolées in the community and you can pretty much find him there everyday greeting customers. Their enchiladas, chili Colorado and chicken anything are some of our favorites. He has a great collection of guitars and other types of memorabilia. We do wish they had an online order system. So much easier for both parties. They recently joined DoorDash but the choices are limited and the prices are so much higher than on their menu especially if picking up.
First time here, food and service was great, I will return ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
By far the best beans and carne asada I've ever had. Kind and friendly staff and great salsa.
Been here twice while my daughter has volleyball practice. If you're in the RSM area and need a place to eat great, authentic fresh (no freezer here!!) Mexican food ditch the chains and pop in. Trust me, it's worth it. Had the Carne Asada first then the Surf n' Turf Burrito. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Nadal knows what he's doing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had to pay for chips $3.25 for a small single serve bag and they don't give a tiny container of salsa??? Horrible customer policy!
My original perception of this place still stands. It's alright at best and their prices are way too high. Almost 20 dollars for a Chile Verde plate, portion was pretty small. Didn't fill me up at all. I don't think I'll return to this spot even if coworkers drag me back there again. Not worth the high price.
Placed an order for a birthday party consisting of rice, beans, enchiladas and a taco kit. picked up order and returned home to prepare for our guests. we found slight error with one of the dishes and called the restaurant. I didn't know what to expect but was greeted by the owner, Nadal, who apologized and offered to make things right. He immediately corrected the issue and even offered additional solution for the inconvenience. It was so surprising and refreshing to be made to feel as if my business really mattered to this small restaurant we've visited since their opening many years ago. It explains why this business has had to expand several times and then move to a larger location. I returned two weeks later to be greeted as if we had been friends for years and offered a comped meal; we will be visiting more often. As a bonus, the food has ALWAYS been fresh, hot and delicious. Our go-tos are the cheese enchiladas, tacos and of course, the rice, beans and guacamole and tortilla chips. In all fairness, we (or our family and friends) have never been disappointed by the quality or flavor of the meals here. I would go so far to say that their take-out meals are better served and more delicious than meals I've dined in. Definitely worth a try or two or three . . .
We absolutely love Celinda's!! The service is spectacular!! The food is amazing! It's our go to Mexican place in OC.
Food quality is unsurpassed. Service is warm and friendly. Our favorite Mexican restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
We’ve been going to this place for about a year. About 100% of the time when I chat with my wife what should we eat today, and she is in a mood for homemade-style food, we end up for dinner at Celinda’s.Last time I was around I told the owner he has the best chile verde in town, and I was wrong. He actually has the best chile verde ever. It’s literally the only place when the chile verde is always awesome.Keep up the good work and the reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chile Verde
delicious food
Comfortable restaurant to enjoy favorite dishes with family and friends. Next time, I will try the fresh fish taco.... and everything else on their menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Terrific food. The owner is always friendly and very proud of his food. He obviously loves what he does and his food reflects that.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: RSM Burrito, Chicken Enchilada, Chile Verde, Enchiladas, Carnitas, Chile Verde Plate
My kids always ask for the breakfast burrito when they come to visit. Sadly, they often leave a sign on the door that they are opening an hour or two late, which is annoying since we drove 20 minutes to get there. Love their food, just wish they were more dependable