Alertos Mexican Food- Lake Forest

Great experience overall! The burrito portions were generous. While it may not be extraordinary, it's still a pleasant dining spot. We were seated quickly and received our food in no time, making for an enjoyable visit. The Mexican food isn't mind-blowing, but it's definitely good. I would happily return!

The food is very good and authentic. A very nice small place with beautiful music game and beer and wine is available. Very recommended as the food and service is A plus. Your breakfast is great. Try the Macahaca or the combo breakfast Burrito and add beans. Carlos and his family serve good food and are excellent hosts. Very recommended.

The Hacienda is a great restaurant for families. We always felt welcomed there. The food is delicious, and the service is quick and friendly.

For breakfast, I ordered the Taco Combo #2, which consists of two tacos, rice, and fried beans for just $6.99. The first taco I tried was the Carne Asada Taco, wrapped in foil and featuring two soft white corn tortillas, melted cheese, onions, cilantro, and well-seasoned, tender beef. The beef was so soft it could have been lengua, but it was delightful marinated beef instead. My second taco was the Hard Shell Potato Taco, filled with home-fried potato strips cooked on a greasy plancha. The way the potato starches adhered to the grill created perfectly crispy edges with a smooth and soft interior. The highlight of these potatoes was the lightly spicy seasoning that truly brought them to life. This potato taco was distinctively breakfast-style, setting itself apart from the typical potato tacos you might find elsewhere. It's worth noting that you'll need to ask for salsa, as it doesn't usually come with the Taco Combo. While the salsa isn't particularly spicy—ranking somewhere between paprika and Tapatío on the Scoville scale—it has a nice rustic flavor with freshly chopped tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Karina Franco owns and runs this vibrant Mexican diner alongside her husband, Carlos. They inherited it from Mrs. Franco's mother and have crafted a stellar local reputation that I believe is well-deserved, especially judging by my experience on a Sunday morning in May at 7:30 AM.

Always AMAZING and consistent on quality and quantity .. This is our GO TO for authentic Mexican food.. And a great family owned not served out if a box or can style food.. Best Chilli Relleno in the COUNTY