Welcome to my blog for reviewing the best Mexican restaurants and food in Orange County, CA. I intend to cover as many as I can . . . and all sorts and price ranges: "From taco trucks to fine dining . . . and everything inbetween." Newer entries tend to focus on photos more than words. Number of restaurants covered so far: 268+. See The List
Thursday, January 24, 2008
El Conejo, RIP
Unfortunately we have another closure to announce. The Register's Irvine Retail Blog has reported that El Conejo in Irvine has closed down. The entry states that it was because of slowing business. It always seemed busy when I went so I wonder how much business it takes for a restaurant to survive. No word on if the smaller El Conejito has closed down too but I'll presume it's still open until I hear otherwise. UPDATE: It has been confirmed that all other locations are still open for business.
I am relieved that the one on Tustin Ave in Santa Ana is still open.
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I live near the Tustin Ave location.......it really isn't very good mexican food....the good thing is....it's cheap!....and sometimes cheap fills the order.....the one thing that this location has going for it is....it's location!
ReplyDeletethe one in Laguna Hills looked open when I drove by it today. Doesn't surprise me that this location closed. It's the only none-Asian restaurant in this center and the others fill up all the parking.
ReplyDeleteNew to your Blog - will become a regular visitor!
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I've eaten at El Conejo since 1976 and now live in NorCal-I really miss it!
ReplyDeleteEl Conejo in Laguna Hills will be closing in 4 weeks. I didn't get an answer as to why, but I am assuming it's due to slow business like the Irvine site. So enjoy it while it lasts this month of August!
ReplyDeleteI just went to El Conejo off of Tustin this past Sunday for the first time in about 13 years, and boy, it was still as good as ever. I ordered the Chicken Sopes (which aren't listed on the menu, but you can order them) with a side of rice and beans, and they are still wonderful. If you think that you would like the taste of a thick corn tortilla with beans, meat, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, tomatoes, and lots of lettuce on top, then these are for you. Go give them a try. Muy delicioso!!!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I also tasted the Albondigas soup, and it was the best I have ever had...so...go taste that too!!!
Thanks for the info. If you want you can even do a guest review of that location. Sounds like you are very familiar with it.
ReplyDeleteMost of the stuff there is only ok, but they excel at chicken! The chicken burritos are among the best I've ever had, and Chicken Sopes are fantastic.
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