Palenque Kitchen

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1749 Newport Blvd
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Palenque Kitchen is a vibrant dining destination in Southern California, specializing in exquisite traditional Mexican dishes presented in a modern setting. Known for its impeccable service, the restaurant is an ideal spot for both lunch and dinner, making it a favorite among local food enthusiasts.

In addition to its mouthwatering menu, Palenque Kitchen offers several private event spaces, perfect for hosting memorable gatherings. Their famous Campechano Tacos, featuring a spicy blend of steak, chorizo, and habanero sauce, are a highlight during Taco Tuesdays.

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4.0718 reviews
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Imran s.
1/1/2026

Went for new years with their set menu. Our server Laz was excellent from the beginning, he was helpful and friendly. The salad and soup to start were delicious Also they fry their own tortilla...

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Tara Y.
1/4/2026

Palenque is such a beautiful spot. The ambiance is stunning and you can tell they put a lot of thought into the design. As soon as we sat down they greeted us with water and chips and salsa. The...

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Michelle L.
12/30/2025

Ambiance feels more like a vibey-bar restauraunt than a restauraunt restauraunt. They play loud music which can make it hard to converse. Overall the food was just ok, but the drinks were...

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Patience M.
12/29/2025

Had our company dinner here and it went very well. I had the Pollo dish and it was so heavenly, super well seasoned and balanced. My husband had the steak and it was great as well and came out...

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Sebastian P.
1/1/2026

I visited here on a rainy night and it was an intimate and visually appealing restaurant. Even though there were barely any people inside (though my guess is because it was a Tuesday night and it...

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