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La Cocina de Ricardo

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La Cocina de Ricardo

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Authentic Mexican Restaurant, Full Bar Service. OPEN 7 DAYS • Delivery by DoorDash and UberEats. Or, call on us to cater your upcoming party or event.
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To experience a little bit of Mexico right here in Lake Forest, join us for a meal at La Cocina de Ricardo. A restaurant steeped in the traditions of authentic Mexican culture and cuisine, each one of our dishes, from the delicious carnitas to the mouthwatering enchiladas, is cooked with love (and fresh ingredients!) by our dedicated cooks. Here, every guest is welcomed as family, and our warm, inviting atmosphere should feel like home. So bring some friends and feel free to seat yourself as you settle in for an afternoon full of flavor and refreshing margaritas. Whatever the occasion, we can’t wait to celebrate it with you.

10/24/2026

Join us October 31 through November 2 for our Dia de Los Mu***os drink specials!

10/12/2026

Our Burrito Plate solves any cravings you have this chilly Monday. Stop in for a great dinner and a 🌵✨ and watch the 🏈⚾ games with us!

Hosting a watch📺 party at the house? Order online at https://lacocinadericardo.com for pickup or delivery and make it a !

09/29/2026

Come hungry, leave happy 🔥🌮

Our Parrillada Campestre arrives sizzling in a hot skillet, piled high with carne asada, marinated puerco al pastor, and chorizo, topped with charred green onions and grilled peppers. Pair it with a plate of tacos loaded with fresh onion and cilantro, plus salsa for dipping. Family recipes from Mixtlán, Jalisco, made the way Grandma Juana taught us. 🇲🇽

🍹 Happy hour daily
📍 23532 El Toro Rd, Suite 11, Lake Forest
🕚 Open 7 days, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
📞 (949) 586-1477
🌐 lacocinadericardo.com (link in bio)

Join us or order online for pickup or delivery!

08/22/2026

☀It may be hot, but we've got the perfect way to cool you down: a Mario's Margarita and your favorite dishes!

Join us tonight and let us keep you (and your kitchen) cool!

☀️

07/17/2026

It’s FriYay and time to try out our NEW YaVe Tequila margarita set! Stop in and kick off your weekend with a taste test and some of your favorite tacos, molcajete and more. Say hi to Mario!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸🎇Happy 4th of July! We’re closed today to celebrate with family and friends.

See you tomorrow for the Mexico-England match (and a cold Modelo and a refreshing )!

07/03/2026

🇺🇸🎆Kick off your July 4th weekend celebration early! Get your friends and family together and share a Molcajete and some cold Modelo (or a , of course!) today– 👉we'll be closed all day on July 4.

😎Planning a party? Pre-order and pick up your family packs today! We just need an hour to get your order ready, and you'll be celebrating in no time. Check out all the options at lacocinadericardo.com.

⚽🏆Don't forget: we'll be showing the match you won't want to miss this Sunday: Mexico vs England!

06/21/2026

to all the dads! Treat dad to our famous Mojarra Frita and of course, a cold ce***za on tap or our house specialty, a !
Bring the family and watch all the FIFA matches and share in the excitement with your family!

06/16/2026

Get fired up to watch FIFA and enjoy some Fajitas with us! Don't forget to add a or a cold ce***za to quench your thirst- join us now to watch the Iran vs New Zealand match tonight.

Join us or order online for pickup or delivery at lacocinadericardo.com!

05/10/2026

to all the moms today! Bring the mom in your life and celebrate with us all day. Want to surprise her with a meal at home? Order our Family Packs and make her feel special: https://lacocinadericardo.com

Address

23532 El Toro Road 11
Lake Forest, CA
92630

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 9pm
Tuesday	11am - 9pm
Wednesday	11am - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 9pm
Friday	11am - 9pm
Saturday	11am - 9pm
Sunday	11am - 9pm

Website

http://lacocinadericardo.com/

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