Kalaveras - Huntington Beach - Huntington Beach (CA)

3 /5 Brandon Norris: We arrived with a toddler we were sat at a high top table. When we asked if they had high chairs, we were informed not for those tables. So he had to remain in his stoller. They got overwhelmed quickly. The restaurant was less than 25% full when we arrived. We gave our order right away practically. The waitress came over half an hour later and apologized for the weight, blaming it on “big parties”, didn’t see her again until we asked for the bill. She then offered chips with salsa as a consolation. This only made me realize this is the first Mexican restaurant I’ve been that doesn’t give it anyway. I thought it may be because we ordered nachos but looking around I realized it’s not offered unless ordered. The food is the only thing that saves this place. The tacos were exceptionally well, I would suggest the Chicharron.

4 /5 Sushil Premjani: We visited Kalaveras on a Saturday night and were surprised it wasn’t as crowded as expected—made for a relaxed and efficient dining experience. The fajitas were flavorful and well-prepared. The pasta was decent but nothing extraordinary. Drinks were solid—well-balanced and nicely presented. Service throughout was friendly and attentive, no complaints there. Overall, I’d call this a solid 3.5-star experience—good food, good service, and smooth execution. Nothing mind-blowing, but definitely enjoyable. Worth a visit if youre in the area and looking for a chill night out.

5 /5 Michael Montoya: 6/06/2025 Came here to have lunch for my nephews graduation celebration. They have really good options on their happy hour menu. There was no wait for the table. It was not loud in the restaurant. I think there was music playing in the restaurant, but it did not bother us, and it was low enough that you could talk over it. Dining area was clean and organized. Tables were either in use, or prepped for next use. The battered fish tacos and the Kalaveras Margarita were delicious! Food was great! Facilitates were clean and well maintained. Will surely return many times! Definitely a 5-star rating! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you Kalaveras, Huntington Beach! Thank you Isaias Ocampo Brito! Thank you Angel Bahena! Thank you Daniel Brito! - Michael Montoya

5 /5 Mylo Mylo: I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Came here with the besties coworkers birthday dinner. The food is very flavorful and the staff is very friendly. They have fast service, they take care of you! The bar tenders Christians service was immaculate! The waitress Mimi and the other servers were friendly and very attentive. I highly recommend this place!

3 /5 KG: Oh wow, what a thrilling experience this was! I’ve been to three other locations and liked them all, so of course, I expected the same here. Walking into this Huntington Beach location on a Saturday night you know, typically a busy time for restaurants, I was absolutely blown away by how dead it was. A true ghost town. Now, let’s talk about the service. If you’re looking for a marathon dining experience, this is definitely the place for you. From taking our orders to bringing chips, delivering cocktails, serving food, and finally getting the check, the whole process took a mere three hours. And no, that’s not an exaggeration. The servers? Oh, they were very busy… just not with us. They were out back, probably solving the world’s problems, while we sat there wondering if we had become invisible. Our party of five was graciously given one serving of chips and salsa for the entire table because who needs more than that, right? The real tragedy here is that the food and drinks are usually decent at the other locations I’ve visited. But hey, if you enjoy waiting an eternity for your meal and love the thrill of wondering whether your server will ever return, this is the perfect spot for you. Otherwise, I’d recommend one of the many other Mexican restaurants in the area that actually value their customers’ time.