Jardin Autentica Cocina

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   zulema

   Orange County

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Overall, I had a wonderful time at Jardin Autentica Cocina. My friends and I went for brunch and the food for this time frame was delicious, especially the chorizo con papas empanadas and the tres leches toast. The choriza con papas melted beautifully once you had a taste and the tres leches was a perfect balance of sweet and savory. My friends and I agreed to come back for more of their brunch options. I will say though that for our experience, the lighting of the restaurant was dim/low so if you are hoping to take pictures might want to turn on your flash. Also, this restaurant has valet parking and tips are encouraged.
   

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   Melanie

   Orange County

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience! Great vibes! Good was amazing! Would recommend going again.
   

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   Alicia

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Staff was friendly and food was great!! Plus it looked beautiful inside!
   

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   Amanda

   Nashville

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The ambience in this restaurant is unbeatable. You feel like you walked into a quaint patio in Mexico right when you walk in the door. The service was spectacular. It was my best friend‘s birthday and they treated her like a queen I will be back 10 times over Highly recommend making a reservation before coming. 
   

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   Torie

   Orange County

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   The place is super cute. Came for a girls date just two of us. The decor and setting was very authentic and cute. Food was overpriced for what was ordered. Just a shrimp enchilada was $35, didn’t taste much better than anywhere else it was just mediocre. Their dessert menu was over priced too, We just wanted something small like a crunchy churros and ice cream but they they didn’t have that option, they had their trio which we knew we wouldn’t be able to finish. I gave this place 3 stars only because the server didn’t seem to pay attention to us at all. Waitress didn’t check on us at all the entire time we were there, we had to ask for water when she walked by. She never came to check to ask if we needed more water or drinks or anything. We had to ask twice just to get a refill and we waited a while just to get our water too. It wasn’t super buys at all, small groups around us but the place wasn’t packed at all, so we’re unsure why we were neglected. Also we decided not to get dessert at that point because we had to ask for the menu after finishing our meal for while, our waitress just didn’t seem to care to come ask us. Too bad the service didn’t match their beautiful settings.
   

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   Gaby

   San Francisco

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on February 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Honestly such a great place to brunch, my boyfriend and I came this morning and we absolutely loved it. It is a lot smaller than it looks so reservations are important but overall the service and the food is amazing!
   

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   Jessica

   San Diego

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This place is really pretty. The food was really good. I loved that were seated quickly and the waiters were very attentive. I would definitely recommend this place
   

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   Alisa

   Los Angeles

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on February 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Chicken and waffels was wonderful! Great service- our waitress was very friendly. Charming ambience- hidden gem💗
   

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   Grace

   Orange County

   15 reviews

   3.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on February 1, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   recently brought my family in from out of town to this restaurant, excited to share the great experience I had on a previous visit. Unfortunately, my expectations were not met this time around. **The service was absolutely horrible.** We were seated in a corner, which made us feel secluded and ignored. Our server barely checked in on us, forcing us to repeatedly ask other servers and busboys for assistance. This lack of attention is simply unacceptable for a dining experience. Additionally, the little napkins they provided were a letdown. When dining out, especially for a meal intended for two, I believe there should be a proper serving spoon included. It’s the small details that contribute to an enjoyable meal, and sadly, this place missed the mark. Based on this experience, **I won’t be returning**. It's disappointing to see a restaurant I once enjoyed fall so short of expectations. There are better options out there where guests are treated with the care and attention they deserve.
   

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    Betty

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Food, very Delisioso (Delicious). I came here with my sis-in law and boy is this place worth the drive and starving myself. My sis got the chilaquiles with chile verde. She says it’s the best she’s ever had. I had the Huevos Divorciados with chicharrón and skirt steak. My mouth was doing summer salts. The presentation was amazing and very plentiful. Cafe de Olla, top notch. It even had a cinnamon stick in it. The decor is gorgeous, you feel like you’re in a hacienda garden. Very picture worthy. The tables are spread around enough that you don’t feel cramped or can hear the people next to you. The music is calming and energetic at the same time. The staff was wonderful. We arrived 30 minutes early as traffic was light and we were sat right away. After we finished eating we took our leftovers and cafecitos and sat at a bench which is very Instagramable location with a beautiful backdrop and sat for an additional 30 minutes. No one rushed us to go out. Be prepared for the valet. Although the valet is complimentary, you should have cash for the tip. I will be back for dinner some day.
    

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