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Welcome to El Patio Drive In
El Patio Drive In in Anaheim, CA, is a local gem serving authentic Southern California Mexican fare for over 30 years. Known for consistently delicious dishes like carne asada burritos, wet burritos, chile relleno, and sopes, this place blends tradition with bold, comforting flavors. The wide menu offers something for every craving, from spicy breakfast burritos to hearty beef taquitos. Customers praise the friendly service, clean atmosphere, and the food’s effortless, home-cooked quality. El Patio feels like a community cornerstone, where every meal—rich with fresh meats, beans, rice, and spicy salsas—feels like a satisfying, unpretentious celebration of Mexican cuisine.
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El Patio Drive In
El Patio Drive In stands as a cherished pillar of Anaheim's vibrant culinary scene, located conveniently at 2662 W Lincoln Ave. For over three decades, this humble taco shop has been crafting Southern California-style Mexican dishes that feel both timeless and essential.
What sets El Patio Drive In apart is its unpretentious mastery of flavors. Whether it's their celebrated carne asada burritos, the richly stuffed chile relleno burritos, or the ever-popular wet burritos smothered in red or green sauce, the food arrives with a satisfying balance of heat, freshness, and homemade comfort. The wide menu ensures that every visit offers new flavors to explore, from crispy rolled tacos to hearty sopes loaded with cheese, meat, and guacamole.
Dining here conjures a sense of familiarity and warmth. Staff consistently deliver friendly, polite service that complements an impeccably clean and welcoming atmosphere. Each dish is a testament to culinary consistency—bold, vibrant, and prepared with a craft that the community has trusted since the late 1980s. It's the kind of place that stays true to its roots, serving dishes that are not just meals but memories, wrapped in warm tortillas and bursting with authentic taste.
On my visits, the El Patio special wet burrito with asada truly encapsulates this ethos. The combination of tender, flavorful meat and carefully seasoned accompaniments creates an experience that feels effortlessly delicious. You taste the care and tradition with every bite, yet the kitchen treats it as second nature—a standard of excellence maintained daily.
For anyone seeking a genuine taste of Anaheim's Mexican food heritage, El Patio Drive In is more than a restaurant. It's a local legend where food feels like home, spiced with love, simplicity, and a history that you can savor in each authentic dish.
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“ I grew up living right next to the old location. Had to come out of my way to come and try out the new spot. It's as great as I remember it. Got the El Patio special wet burrito with asada. Their food is so good in such a nonchalant way. You get it, it tastes amazing, and yet for El patio it's no big deal because they do that all the time everyday. They have a really wide menu and quite a few options. If you're local and haven't tried El Patio You need to fix that. On a side note, I love that some of their art are pictures of the old location. This Such a nostalgic cozy feel to this place with amazing food ”
“ Ive been dining at El Patio since 1987 and the food is consistent. My faves are the Chile relleno burrito, carne asada burrito, regular nachos and beef taquitos. Im a creature of habit and im sure everything on their menu is good. ”
“ I had the breakfast burrito. Very good a little spicy but good Very good Very clean price just right overall I give this place A+ 100% ”
“ *This used to be on Magnolia Ave, at the Ibarra's Supermarket shopping center* [Español abajo] One of the BEST places for delicious Mexican food! Keep track of menu items you've had, to be sure you don't miss one of their great dishes. The food is bomb all around! I specially like their wet burritos, red or green, and tacos (all meats) with great and yummy spicy salsas! The meat, rice, beans, and cheese are good quality with great taste, reminiscent of your mom's or grammas cooking. They have great drink options, from aguas frescas (horchata, tamarindo, jamaica), glass bottled sodas (Sprite, Coke, Sidral Mundet, Jarritos, other), great-tasting coffee, and more! The staff is friendly and attentive. They are not pushy when you order, and are helpful if you want more chips, extra salsa, or to custom make your order. Pricing: competitive on most items & better than other places on some. This is a place where taste and value go hand in hand, unlike other places where prices are high but food is bland. They take cash, debit/credit, and you can Phone your order. Recommended! *Recomendado: la comida tiene buen sabor y precio, y las salsas estan frescas, el servicio es muy bueno. ”
“ Exactly what you think of when you think of a "Taco Shop" These guys have been here over 30 years! Kind of place that is part of the community and local culture throughout the decades, it doesn't change because it doesn't need to, they make delicious southern California style Mexican food, Carne Asada burritos, chips, & fries. Rolled tacos, Fish tacos, Quesadillas and delicious refried beans and Rice! Hot sauce/Salsa picante is actually HOT. They are always open and they always serve their best! ”