Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant   

296 E 17th St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
949-645-7626
www.micasa1.com

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Oversized portions and moderate prices account in large part for Mi Casa's success. The food is hearty and tasty, but far from gourmet. When in doubt, the cook tends to throw on extra cheese or sauce. It makes for great "wet burritos" (a specialty of the house), but doesn't necessarily earn points for authenticity. Still, locals have kept coming back for the burritos, tacos, enchiladas and other no-frills staples since the restaurant first opened in the early '70s. The free chips and salsa also earn lots of praise, and if you don't mind spending a couple dollars, guacamole is a worthy upgrade. The decor doesn't seem to have changed much in the past 30 years. Dim lighting and slightly scuffed furnishings are offset by cheerful ornaments and smiley servers. This is a family operation in every sense of the word. A family owns and operates it, and families have made up the bulk of the business since the restaurant first opened its doors. -- Lena Katz