Franco’s Famous Mexican Kitchen & Cocktails: A Taste of Authentic Mexican Flavors in Laguna Hills

The atmosphere was energetic with a fun and welcoming vibe, making it a perfect spot for a date night. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be returning. It is great to finally have a modern and stylish Mexican restaurant close to home.

I discovered Franco’s Famous Mexican Kitchen & Cocktails through South OC Happy Hours on Facebook, and I’m so glad I did because it has quickly become one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in South Orange County. Everything I’ve tried at Franco’s Famous has been delicious. Their entrees are full of flavor, portions are generous, and the ingredients taste really fresh. And I have to say, their beans and rice are honestly some of the best I’ve had anywhere, which says a lot because that’s usually the most basic part of the plate, but they somehow make it incredible. The chips come out hot and fresh almost every time, and the salsa has the perfect chunky texture with a great kick of spice. Once you start eating it, it’s hard to stop. Franco’s Famous also has a full bar with great margaritas and craft cocktails, and the atmosphere is lively but still relaxed, making it a perfect place to meet friends, grab tacos, or enjoy a fun happy hour. Another thing I love is that Franco’s Famous offers special perks through the SOCHH VIP membership program, including access to some exclusive happy hour opportunities and food specials, which makes visiting even more fun. With locations in Laguna Hills, San Clemente, and Ladera Ranch, Franco’s Famous is definitely a spot I recommend if you're looking for great Mexican food, strong drinks, and a fun local vibe. Highly recommend.

Went for taco Tuesday. Tacos are good and cheap. Atmosphere is good. Service was very good. Oh and the soapapilla's are to die for.

Nice happy food menu weekdays 3-6p. Need to buy a drink to get happy hour price. Happy hour flautas $8 with drink purchase. I got a lemonade.

Great experience at this Mexican restaurant in a trip mall in Laguna hills. Place was busy at around 6:30 on a Friday night. We got a booth that seated 6 of us which wasn’t to bad. Free chips and salsa. Salsa is on the spicy side. They offered us standard pico. It tried their spicy cucumber margarita that was nice. Not too sweet with a nice kick. I then had the negra model which is on tap. For dinner I had the dish and shrimp tacos that were delish and filling. Their carne asada plate looks good. Service was amazing and the led us sit there and chat until closing time.

Super busy on a Thursday night because they have live music...worth waiting for a table!! Food was super fresh and unique. Staff was friendly and attentive, The atmosphere was lively and good vibes all around, It was a great date night place to go for dinner. We will be back again and so glad there is a more modern and hip Mexican restaurant local to us.

Looking for fun?! Head over to Franco’s Famous Tacos! This place was recommended by the concierge at our vacation hotel in the Virgin Islands! We went on Tuesday so being TacoTuesday it was packed. We waited 20 min ( doesn’t take reservations) and had a FEAST of Mexican delights! Highly recommend!

Food is good, pretty efficient when the place is busy on a Tuesday. I didnt take a pic, but the fried ice cream was on point. I also didnt take a pic, but the street corn is in a bowl, and didnt really care for it. Not saying it's bad, just wasn't for me. Also wish they would do a queso dip, they have a bean dip. But all it is a bowl of beans with some cheese melted on top.