Playground
Mexican · Ladera Ranch
Experience vibrant Mexican flavors amidst Ladera Ranch's lush backdrop
About Playground
Nestled in Ladera Ranch, Playground offers a vibrant and authentic Mexican dining experience that has earned us a well-deserved 4.9/5 rating from enthusiastic guests. Our unique setting combines traditional flavors with modern flair, creating an inviting atmosphere that celebrates the rich cultural...
Nestled in Ladera Ranch, Playground offers a vibrant and authentic Mexican dining experience that has earned us a well-deserved 4.9/5 rating from enthusiastic guests. Our unique setting combines traditional flavors with modern flair, creating an inviting atmosphere that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Mexico. Whether you're seeking a casual patio lunch or an elegant evening meal, we provide various dining options to suit your taste and occasion. From hearty tacos to succulent enchiladas, our menu is crafted to bring the best of Mexican cuisine right to your table. Join us at Playground for a memorable culinary journey that will delight both locals and visitors alike.
What Customers Say About Playground
Playground (La Palma) is known for its Zacatecas-style burritos, especially the birria and deshebrada. Customers love the handmade tortillas and authentic guisados. Some find the burritos small and inconsistent in size and quality compared to other locations.
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Tip: Try the Zacatecas-style burritos with handmade tortillas. Be aware that the burrito size and taste may vary compared to other locations.
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Playground is located in Ladera Ranch, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
Historical Heritage
- Odd Fellows Hall (A 71m) — building in the United States of America Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- US Post Office Station-Spurgeon Station (A 273m) — historic building in Santa Ana, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Spurgeon Block (A 301m) — historic building in Santa Ana, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Southern Counties Gas Co. (A 345m) — historic building in Santa Ana, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Old Orange County Courthouse (A 416m) — courthouse in Orange County, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Young Men's Christian Association-Santa Ana-Tustin Chapter (A 474m) — historic building in Santa Ana, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
Parks & Gardens
- French Park (A 561m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America; geonames ID = 5350882
- Birch Park (A 563m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America
- Sasscer Park (A 652m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America
Other Points of Interest
- Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse (A 491m) — court facility and federal building in Santa Ana, California
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Playground Ladera Ranch Reviews
These burritos hit the spot! Dont get why the other people rated this so low. Must try!
These burritos hit the spot! Dont get why the other people rated this so low. Must try!
They sell my favorite burritos. They're simple, delicate, and full of flavor. Excellent value for money as well. Don't pass on it!
Every time I eat here (which is almost weekly) I always feel sorry for people who don't live near this place. I have an addiction to the birria, deshebrada, and quesadilla. Don't save me.
Love the food
love their burritos. just don’t understand why all the locations except this one are only open till 6pm….what kind of burrito place closes before dinner ?? dumb business move on their part, in my opinion. so i don’t like that i had to drive all the way to this location to get food when i have 3 other locations way closer to me. but its still gooood
If you want something simple and won’t make you feel super bloated then this hits the spot. I adore the tortillas 😍 They’re so soft and yummy. I love they give you a green chile on the side 🌶️ They also give you a side of salsa for the burritos. They have some cool new hats too 🧢
As seen on Netflix series The Taco Chronicles, these are Zacatecas-style burritos, and they are delicious. These *are not* the American-style burrito filled with a pound of rice, beans and yellow cheese. La Palma burritos are a great opportunity to try different authentic guisados from Mexico, I highly recommend to expand your horizons by trying 2 or 3 different flavors, especially birria, tinga and the acclaimed refried beans and cheese. For the most adventurous, having a bite of fresh serrano pepper along with your burrito takes the experience to the next level.
Every time I eat here (which is almost weekly) I always feel sorry for people who don't live near this place. I have an addiction to the birria, deshebrada, and quesadilla. Don't save me.
love their burritos. just don’t understand why all the locations except this one are only open till 6pm….what kind of burrito place closes before dinner ?? dumb business move on their part, in my opinion. so i don’t like that i had to drive all the way to this location to get food when i have 3 other locations way closer to me. but its still gooood
They sell my favorite burritos. They're simple, delicate, and full of flavor. Excellent value for money as well. Don't pass on it!
As seen on Netflix series The Taco Chronicles, these are Zacatecas-style burritos, and they are delicious. These *are not* the American-style burrito filled with a pound of rice, beans and yellow cheese. La Palma burritos are a great opportunity to try different authentic guisados from Mexico, I highly recommend to expand your horizons by trying 2 or 3 different flavors, especially birria, tinga and the acclaimed refried beans and cheese. For the most adventurous, having a bite of fresh serrano pepper along with your burrito takes the experience to the next level.
Love the food
If you want something simple and won’t make you feel super bloated then this hits the spot. I adore the tortillas 😍 They’re so soft and yummy. I love they give you a green chile on the side 🌶️ They also give you a side of salsa for the burritos. They have some cool new hats too 🧢
The burritos at La Palma are great, especially with their handmade tortillas. They’re the perfect size for a quick snack and hit the spot every time! I personally prefer the beans and cheese.
Above avg beef berria mini burrito. The location is inside a food court
The burritos at La Palma are great, especially with their handmade tortillas. They’re the perfect size for a quick snack and hit the spot every time! I personally prefer the beans and cheese.
Above avg beef berria mini burrito. The location is inside a food court
I usually go to the location on Bristol, but this one is closer to me. I noticed the guisados taste different and the size in the burritos are not the same. They’re way smaller. Last time, they got my order wrong I got some con todo and desebrada and only meat was in them. Also, the potatoes tasted like plastic. I thought it was just me, but my husband said the same thing. We’ll just continue going to the other location.
I usually go to the location on Bristol, but this one is closer to me. I noticed the guisados taste different and the size in the burritos are not the same. They’re way smaller. Last time, they got my order wrong I got some con todo and desebrada and only meat was in them. Also, the potatoes tasted like plastic. I thought it was just me, but my husband said the same thing. We’ll just continue going to the other location.
Bristol street one is better in service and quality also size.
Bristol street one is better in service and quality also size.
Definitely not a Michelin star place, food is bland! Over hyped place for sure. Service and atmosphere is fine but food is nothing.
I'm honestly at a lost. I need to clarify, I'm pretty fat, so I get that downtown prices are inflated; but how are you gonna have a michelin plaque amongst the other accolades with such subpar burritos? Mini burritos just seems criminal, and I got two. TWO. I got the birria with beans and cheese burrito...it was just beans. That's ALL I could taste. I swear to god I was so hungry I went over to the otherside to get more food. This is what's so frustrating about downtown food. Join me for my review of Golden eatery on the otherside LOL
Definitely not a Michelin star place, food is bland! Over hyped place for sure. Service and atmosphere is fine but food is nothing.
I'm honestly at a lost. I need to clarify, I'm pretty fat, so I get that downtown prices are inflated; but how are you gonna have a michelin plaque amongst the other accolades with such subpar burritos? Mini burritos just seems criminal, and I got two. TWO. I got the birria with beans and cheese burrito...it was just beans. That's ALL I could taste. I swear to god I was so hungry I went over to the otherside to get more food. This is what's so frustrating about downtown food. Join me for my review of Golden eatery on the otherside LOL
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