Todos Santos

We go here to watch the LA Chargers every time we get a chance (especially on Sundays)! The food is great, Luis (bartender), makes great drinks and is very personable. He's a Charger fan so that keeps us coming back all the time. The rest of the staff there is nice too and I need to get their names. Their secret menu is cool and they've accommodated our special requests so we get custom nachos or other dishes. Don't forget to ask for different salsas to try out. Margaritas are great and that seems to be what everyone else orders when they stop by. Seating is comfortable and they have 4 TV's right above the bar. They open early on the weekends too, so a great place to get started on the drinks.

Lovely atmosphere and gracious wait staff. Top rated wines and great margaritas. My sister’s and I enjoyed a wonderful late lunch here on October 4th.

Gave this spot two chances, and both times fell flat. The food was underwhelming, and the cocktails were honestly not great. Service tends to be slow, and while the ambiance is decent, it’s not enough to make up for the rest. For better flavor and overall experience, I’d stick with Carmelitas or Calo’s. Just not for me.

The food and service were excellent! The mole was absolutely amazing, though I wish they served a bit more of it. Thankfully, when I asked for extra, they were more than happy to accommodate. The drinks were also fantastic, rounding out a great experience. I’ll definitely be back!

They recently expanded their taco Tuesday menu and it’s got some great deals on amazing food. The taco trio ($10) and chicken flautas ($10) are 2 of our favorites. Some of the best tacos I’ve had in the area. And all the servers are always so welcoming and pleasant.

This is a nice upscale Mexican restaurant. They have a really good selection or margaritas. I got their Todos Santos spicy margarita with roasted pineapple, which had chunks of pineapple and jalapeños in it. I also got their Mezcalito that had a jalapeño agave mix. Both were very good and had a little kick to them which I liked. Now I know we were a large group but our appetizers came out before our drinks. For an appetizer we got ceviche. It looked amazing but it was served in a hollowed coconut. It didn’t say that on the menu and unfortunately my friend is allergic to coconut so we had to order another one without it. It had really good flavor and it was a bit spicy which again I love the spice. For my entree I got the pastor tacos. Usually when I order tacos they come made already but not theses they were served more like a fajita style it came in a skillet with the pastor and pineapples and the tortillas, salsa verde, & onion cilantro on the side. I had to make my own tacos and they didn’t give me a plate to do so. In my opinion there was way too much pineapple probably more pineapple than meat and the meat was dry. I wouldn’t recommend this for an entree maybe an appetizer but not really a good pastor taco. Overall it’s a very good place if it wasn’t for the slow service on drinks I would have had a third drink. The drinks are worth coming for and the atmosphere here is amazing with fireplaces and plenty of seating. Worth story if you’re in the area.

Visited this place over the weekend with a bunch of friends to celebrate a birthday. This place is right in the heart of RSM and has really nice Mexican food. We ordered a variety of dishes and drinks and all were pretty good. They do have chips and salsa as complementary appetizers and all of us got almost full eating them. For the given price, I felt the quantity of guacamole was less. The same goes with other dishes. They are on the pricey side. The ambience is really good with all natural plants around and lively music being played in the background. The staff is also very courteous and friendly. Overall we had a good experience and will surely visit again for some celebration.

I'm 86 and have visited many Mexican restaurants during years. This was my first visit. Try it once and you'll be back..... The fajitas were outstanding with a great presentation. The salsa was very tasty and perfectly spicy. The staff is attentive with friendly smiles. I will return. Service is a reflection of management and team work.

This place is great authentic Mexican food. I love the atmosphere. Try the happy hour menu great for meeting friends after work.

Came here for lunch with my family and it was good! I wish they had lunch specials though as the food was a bit pricey for what you get. FOOD: I had the short rib enchiladas which was very tasty. SERVICE: Our server was nice and friendly and took care of us. AMBIANCE: Nice restaurant and atmosphere.

Came to this place for the first time. My fiancé and I always pass by there on the way to Tutu Fresco, so we decided to give it a try. Pretty good little spot. I got the Steak Fajitas, she got the lobster rellenos, both were tasty and well put together. But my favorite was the crispy pork belly appetizer with beans and tortillas. That was really good. A little more expensive than most Mexican spots but I have to say the food was very good, and the service was impeccable.

Food was incredible. The shrimp was the best my husband ever had; perfectly seasoned and cooked. The tacos were really good with a very spicy smoky salsa I really enjoyed. The drinks were amazing but the margarita was a little too sweet for me. The salt on the rim really helped. Our Server, Claudia was amazing! The service was over the top and the food came out fast. The restaurant was well decorated and had a cozy romantic vibe. We enjoyed our first visit and will definitely be back!

Todos Santos takes the familiar and takes it up several notches. Believe me, you want to be here for it. THE FOOD. - Chips and Salsa | Chips are house made, as well as the salsa, which is on the spicy side. But it's the complimentary creamy queso bowl with bits of pork, beans, and onions that got me. Never pass up the queso. - Crispy Pork Belly | Small chunks of delicious crispy pork belly in a sea of pinto beans, pickled onions, chipotle mayo, and jalapeños. Although the corn and flour tortillas are not made at the restaurant, they are made fresh at another location and delivered every day. - Short Rib Enchiladas | Flavorful enchiladas with plenty of red sauce and tender short ribs. It also comes with a side of refried beans and Spanish rice. Nicely done. - Oaxaca Steak Tacos | A skillet arrives full of Oaxaca cheese and tender, crispy steak cuts. This is a build your own taco, accompanied by side of tortillas. A dish to try out, confirmed. THE DRUNK DRINKS. - Coronarita | House made margarita with a small Corona turned upside down in the cup; it's like having two drinks in one. The sweet and zesty flavors are an inviting treat. - Tamarindo Margarita | Bold and flavorful twist on the classic margarita; blending the sweet and tarty taste of tamarind with the refreshing, citrusy notes of tequila and lime. Small chunks of tamarind are mixed into the drink and garnished with a banderita straw (tamarind candy coated in chili powder). Highly recommend. THE PARKING. Free parking, no issues finding an open spot. THE RETURN? 1000% returning.

Positive: Chicken tostada soup to go is amazing and just what the doctor ordered for an under-the-weather spouse. Took our phone order without credit card requirement (they took customer at his word-what a refreshing departure from the norm!) Negative: sticker shock a-go-go!!! ¡Solo dos sopas were a few pesos shy of cincuenta-ay chiwawa!

We went for a happy hour at the bar and it was pretty nice. We didn't know what to expect from the night and the people coming in, but the food was good!! And definitely worth the happy hour price. It was a fun vibe and we'd go back again.

I just want to say thank you so so much for my graduation party!! Everyone had a great time and we'll for sure be coming back. I don't do these kind of events often for myself mostly for others and honestly you made the night I will forever remember!! The food and drinks were amazing!! Also thank you for personalizing my menu it was so special. Plus all the employees were very accommodating and kind!! The DJ was great and played nice music!!

Ok. Lovely place. Charming dining area. Awesome bar. Great service. And the food--OMG! Stunning presentation and simply fabulous authentic Oaxacan food. It's boogee, pricey (three to four dollar signs), so perfect for a date night or friend group meetup. I love Todos Santos! Found it purely by accident one day while shopping in the El Paseo shopping plaza. I've been back multiple times. They take such special care to present the food that you have to take pics and post to social media. Yes--that kind of place. So delicious.

We go here to watch the LA Chargers every time we get a chance (especially on Sundays)! The food is great, Luis (bartender), makes great drinks and is very personable. He's a Charger fan so that keeps us coming back all the time. The rest of the staff there is nice too and I need to get their names. Their secret menu is cool and they've accommodated our special requests so we get custom nachos or other dishes. Don't forget to ask for different salsas to try out. Margaritas are great and that seems to be what everyone else orders when they stop by. Seating is comfortable and they have 4 TV's right above the bar. They open early on the weekends too, so a great place to get started on the drinks.

This place has good food and a lovely atmosphere! The outdoor space is well heated and very comfortable and spacious. Service is also very good. Portions are on the smaller side but good quality overall. A nice place for casual celebrations!

The food and drinks were delightful. I ordered the chicken mole, and it was nothing short of a culinary masterpiece, with rich, complex flavors that felt incredibly authentic. Each bite was a tantalizing experience that transported me straight to the heart of Mexico. To accompany my meal, I chose a Cantarito, which was perfectly refreshing and provided the ideal balance of citrus and sweetness, making it a fantastic complement to the dish. The service was another highlight of the evening; the waitstaff was attentive and genuinely friendly, enhancing the overall dining experience with their warm hospitality. The restaurant itself boasted stunning décor, both inside and out. The combination of vibrant colors and intricate details created an inviting atmosphere. The ambiance was primarily electric and filled with energy as the DJ played a captivating mix of music that got everyone in the mood to enjoy the night. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I can't wait to relive!

Delicious food, great service and we always enjoy the atmosphere. The food is always tasty and the beers are always cold.

Killer happy hour (2pm-6pm bar area only.) Amazingly delicious tacos, hand made tortillas friendly welcoming servers (Juan at the bar was super attentive and quick.), Great music. Highly recommend their short rib, pork belly and skirt steak tacos - 3 tacos for $10 made with this much love is unheard of! Also the salsa it comes with is the perfect amount of heat.

Excellent service and foodWould highly recommend going here for any occasion! Beautiful patio area and bar! Lobster rellano is to die for!

We're so glad we made the decision to switch from Malta's in Lake Forest to this restaurant. We arrived at 9:30 pm, just in time for happy hour, which was perfect since we were already full but disappointed with the drinks at the other place. The drinks here were fantastic, and the atmosphere was even better! The staff and customers were lively, and the dance floor added a fun touch. The appetizers were great too. We stayed until closing at 12:30 am. Unfortunately, we didn't get to try the full menu since we were already full, but we'll definitely be back!

I came here to celebrate my bday with a friend and it was such a fun night! They had a DJ playing reggaeton, Latin music, and a little hip hop. Live music is every Friday night from 9pm-1:30am. Everyone was super friendly and the servers were even dancing- that says a lot about how happy the employees are there, and I totally support that. I ordered the shrimps and scallops entree and it was delicious. My only gripe is the scallops were over cooked and what should have been large scallops shrunk down to smaller pieces and were chewy- hence the minus one star. It was served over 3 thick asparagus pieces and the sauces were amazing. Checkout the pics. I plan to revisit to try their other dishes, on a Friday night of course.

When I walk into the bar and say thank you I appreciate it; and they say no we appreciate you coming in.. that's when I know we're in a good spot. Good food. Good drinks. Good service. No complaints to the taco trio, Pork Belly Tacos, and Tamale trio. And maybe a few Margs. Delicious. Will be back.

Great experience at Todos Santos. Warm inviting fireplace outside, great food options- and don't forget the "Secret Menu" I highly recommend the Tropical Salmon Salad- it's the perfect lunch item for the season. Thanks for the wonderful service and muchos gracias Daniel!

Beware of this restaurant!! I just checked my CC bill and they overcharged us. My receipt has a total including tip of $115 and my CC was charged $125. Double check your statements versus your receipts when dining at this restaurant.

Easter Sunday at Todos Santos - A Feast to Remember Stopped by Todos Santos on Easter Sunday and was seriously impressed. The steak with Oaxaca cheese on the griddle was next-level--melty, rich, and full of flavor, with perfectly cooked onions that brought the whole dish together. The micheladas were massive and perfectly mixed, just the right kick and balance. Even with a big post-church rush, the service stayed fast and friendly--props to the team for keeping things flowing. Everything hit the spot. Definitely a place worth coming back to. Patio was clean and nice.

Excellent food and really good service at lunch today. We have been a few times but I usually like to try a few times before leaving a review. Highly recommend!

Nice place everyone is friendly they stay ontop of things always asking if you.l need anything everyone knows me by name. Food is good and prices aren't bad. I always enjoy the steak fajitas and fried ice cream when I come.

Overall good food, good drinks, good service but a little slow. The margaritas were delicious. Beautiful ambiance.

Food presentation is great, very theatrical. The outside dining area near the fireplace is charming..

Do not go here to celebrate a birthday! Last night, our party of 6 adults ordered entrees, margaritas and wine. Check came to $250, yet they wouldn't provide a small celebratory dessert to honor our birthday attendee! They told me we would have to purchase a $2 cupcake and they would bring it out with a candle. Also, while the food was nice, the portions were small (and the prices pretty high). Will not come back again.

Todos Santos is Hidden in the corner of a shopping center in Rancho Santa Margarita. I decided to try " Todos Santos" again. Upon Entering, I noticed that the bar side was Full so I asked the host if I could sit somewhere. He sat me in an area which was good. After sitting down, I felt like I wasn't supposed to be in that spot, The waiter was talking to the Host and I felt like he said "why did you sit him there". Some of the staff were friendly and even offered more chips. The waiter seemed off, not the most friendly/talkative. I ordered a house margarita and the guacamole on the happy hour menu. They were both delicious. The margarita was delicious! Margarita's that are not on the happy hour menu are semi pricy. I also ordered a chicken burrito, I really liked it. The burrito came with a red sauce on top, Semi spicy but good. The house margarita on the happy menu came up as $ 10 instead of 8. I brought it up to the waiter and he said they are 10. Only a few dollars different but didn't like the difference of price. Overall, The food was delicious, The atmosphere was nice. I didn't care for the waiter, The waiter smiled but was not friendly. I felt like I wasn't supposed to be in that seat location. I would think it would be busier for a Friday Night during Summer. I'll def try this place again but hopefully I get a different waiter. Was not a fan of him. The service needs improvement but Todos Santos has good food and drinks.

My friend Dj's here on weekends here if you are looking for a vibe and just to dance this place is great for music. Food is also very delicious and great happy hour menu. The service here is top notch. Decir come here for taco Tuesdays.

Beautiful restaurant and very friendly staff. We usually come in for lunch and have seen it fill up pretty quickly esp on weekends. The food is really good. Love the shrimp taquitos and crispy pork belly appetizers. They have some of the best chips in town although the salsa is very mild but it's easy to fill up before your entree arrives. I've been disappointed in the size of some of the brunch items but generally a good amount of food. Love the carnitas, chili verde, short rib and chicken suiza enchiladas. Excellent flavors and very authentic tasting with a lot of options. We've never really had a bad meal here. It is pretty pricey. You can usually find a few in the $22-$25 range but it's easy to go much (much) higher.

Really disgusted with this place after many times I have been here... unfortunately when I had asked the bartenders to prevent a problem that involved my girl and her kid, they did nothing. What ended up happening is an older gentleman who was very intoxicated who had ordered NOTHING was very loud and bumping in to my girl and her son on multiple occasions. I asked MULTIPLE workers to do something about this and they did NOTHING. The older gentleman ended up TOUCHING my girl while he was leaving while making a scene. If this is the kind of thing they will allow, I have NOTHING GOOD to say about this place. Probably will be my last time in this establishment because I will not subject the people I care about to this kind of behavior. My kid told me he was SCARED and I had to reassure him multiple time that I would protect him at all costs. Extremely disappointed in this establishment.

I've been a few times now and the service and quality of food has been superb. Good quality and generous portions. Drinks are also good. I sit at the bar and the bar staff is attentive and friendly. I'll continue to come back.

My family absolutely loves this Mexican restaurant! The service is always so great: quick, friendly, and welcoming. It is usually busy so either make a reservation or expect to wait a little bit (not too long). I love their tostada salad, salmon plate, and tacos. Everything here is so good, especially their chips and salsa!!! They get you hooked on their chips and salsa before dinner haha!

Really great food, amazing presentation, and good, friendly service. Ambiance is amazing as well. You won't be disappointed.

We love the happy hour here, some great selections at reasonable prices. The patio is also very nice for a full dinner.

Listen: Ignore all other reviews. If you want some of the best tacos of your life, go to Todos Santos and get the Oaxaca Steak Tacos. You're served skirt steak, melted oaxaca cheese, and pickled onions in a small cast iron skillet. You cut up the steak and assemble your own tacos. Do yourself a favor and add a bit of the green salsa it comes with as well. I don't know how else to describe it so let me just put it this way: Sometimes when I eat really good food, I almost feel angry. I WAS FURIOUS. On our drive home, my wife and I were frantically discussing/fantasizing about the next time we come to this restaurant JUST for these tacos. We even joked about moving closer so we could have it more often ("joked"). I can't speak for anything else on the menu. If you came just for these tacos, you'd at least have one of the best tacos of your life.

Just has a mid afternoon lunch. Diego was our server, he was incredible. I ordered the Carnitas plate, the flavor was great as was the amount of Carnitas. My 3 star rating has to due with the amount of fat that was in the Carnitas. My guest ordered the Chimichanga combo. It came with rice and beans, covered with wet sauce. It was incredible!

This was my first time having a meal at Todos Santos, and overall it was a solid dining experience. On a Taco Tuesday, we were seated relatively promptly in the enclosed patio (even though there were plenty of available tables inside). Our server arrived promptly and took our drink and meal orders. The food followed the drinks relatively quickly. As a couple, we had each had entrees and adult beverages. In addition, our server smartly brought a second round of crispy chips and salsa. Overall, our meals and the service we were provided was good. I'd certainly return to Todos Santos for another meal. Of interest, we were given two menus and one was "special" which did not have the prices displayed, which I thought was odd. In addition, I was told by an associate there was a Taco Tuesday menu which only came on request.

Food was cold, service was atrocious and drinks were completely overpriced. We will not be back

Amazing food, flavor and very friendly and hospitality staff. Appetizers , main dishes ...all is great ... First time to try it and will definitely come back again.

Amazing ambience, food and service! The food was delicious and drinks were tasty! Highly recommend checking this place out.

If I can give this place, zero stars I would. I told myself not to come back to this place, because the first time I came wasn't that great Last night was probably the worst restaurant service I've ever received. So, first of all the hostess seated us at a table with no lights the lights bulb was broken and it was completely dark so we moved tables. Then I took a while for the waiter to come and once he came, he seemed like to be in a rush and didn't even write down the order. I am not impressed when someone doesn't write down the order and they memorize it because then I'm worried that they're going to get it wrong. And he did get it wrong because when he repeated what I ordered, it was completely wrong so I had to say it again. And then we did not see our waiter for 40 minutes. I am not joking 40 minutes! My husband and I were trying to have a nice date night, we had a really long week and we are parents and we just wanted a nice night and it was horrible. At the 40 minute mark the waiter finally came by and said oh your food's gonna be out in a little bit. Really you should've come out before that. And then we waited another five minutes. The food did not come, and we literally got up and left. I've never done that before. And I will never ever ever come back to this establishment again. The management is very very poor. The waiter was not doing a great job. The hostess was not friendly. Very mismanaged and I'm surprised this place is in business to be honest. I'm gonna tell everyone not to come here. Prices by the way, or way, overpriced and services is horrible and I don't need to come back here. So we went next-door to tutu fresco, which is night and day and feels like home and was a beautiful experience and we loved it so.

Food is fantastic, service is great and the ambiance is warm an inviting. We've been several times now and food is consistently good. Patio is lovely and has a great fireplace.

We like this restaurant for the food, atmosphere and that it's close to home. There is just one thing that bothered me. A 16 oz tap beer costs $7, but a 22 oz is $12. This means that the smaller one costs about 0.44 an ounce, but if you buy the larger one, it's about 0.55 per ounce. Most places charge less per oz for the larger serving. This makes sense because there would be twice as much labor required for 2 smaller servings compared to one large one. So why would this restaurant charge $14 for 2 smaller servings resulting in 32 oz, but for not much price difference, only give the customer 2/3 of that volume. So the lesson is, never buy the larger size, it's a rip off.

Amazing food and great service. We love going to meet our family there for dinner. Definitely one of our favorites.

Food is always good fresh, served hot! Service is on point, never waiting for long to get anything that's asked for. The atmosphere is nice, usually sit by the fire place, listen to the live DJ on Tuesday nights if we're there long enough. This is a happening place. The best authentic Mexican "fresh" food, nothing from frozen or plastic bags. Been here a lot this past year and no complaints!! #1 spot! Thank you Danny. Blessings to you

Absolutely fantastic! This place stands out amidst a sea of great Mexican restaurants in Southern California. The food was fresh, healthful and memorable. Staff were fab too.

Tonight, July 20, 2024, we made reservations for dinner at 7:15. We were greeted by the friendly hostess and she asked us if we preferred inside or outside. We love this restaurant's pretty patio that has such a nice ambiance. Our server was Angel and he did an excellent job making sure are drinks were filled and order came out quickly. Angel even went the extra mile when we had a mishap with spilling our food. So very nice of him. The food was delicious, too!!My husband had a burrito which was a nice sized portion. I had the short rib enchiladas which were delicious. Also, don't skip the corn esquites on the menu. It's a yummy side. We will be back and we sure do hope our community supports this great business!

Excellent food and fantastic service. The friendliest staff, from host to servers, to food runners - everyone in the place said hello when we came in and then thanked us on the way out. Patio is covered and has a fireplace, so it is perfect for these colder evenings (if you want to pass on indoor or have your pup with you).

The first time my friends and I came here, we were blown away by their food. The place is very quiet, which we liked because we had a baby with us. The service was great as well. Second time came around, my boyfriend and I got bottomless mimosas and let me tell you, you'll never see the bottom of that glass, lol! We had also asked if we could get the TV changed to a sports channel and they did not hesitate. I love this place and would definitely come back!