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Palenque by Mezcal

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Palenque by Mezcal

Authentic Mexican cuisine w/ a modern twist located in the heart of Downtown Riverside & Costa Mesa!

Authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist, located in the heart of Downtown Riverside.

06/05/2026

Dad doesn’t need another last-minute plan. 🍽️

Make Father’s Day Weekend feel easy with a table full of good food, crafted drinks, and the people he actually wants to spend it with.

Bring the family, settle in, and make it a kind of celebration.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
🌛

06/03/2026

The holidays always have a way of sneaking up. ✨

For the dinners, company nights, family gatherings, and celebrations that deserve a little more energy, is ready when you are.

🎄Holiday Events
🎓 Graduation Parties
🥂 Family Celebrations
🍸 Private Events
🔥 Group Dining Experiences

Banquet Spaces | Private Dining | Cocktail Receptions | Sit-Down Celebrations

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
🌛

06/01/2026

Father’s Day Weekend plans start here. 🍽️✨

Celebrate Dad at with good food, crafted drinks, and the kind of weekend energy worth gathering for.

Secure your reservation early and make Father’s Day Weekend one to remember.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
🌛

05/29/2026

Start your weekend here. 🍳🍾

Brunch at means good food, mimosas flowing, and a vibe that turns into the rest of your day.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/26/2026

Take your lunch break somewhere better. 🍴

Whether it’s a client meeting or a quick reset, Riverside is open and serving lunch Friday–Tuesday.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/22/2026

Make the most of your long weekend at 🎶🍹

From great food to even better vibes, we’ve got everything you need for a Memorial Day Weekend worth celebrating ✨ Gather your crew and let the good times roll!

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/18/2026

Work lunch? Say less. 👀

Riverside is open Friday–Tuesday, good food, easy vibes, and a reason to leave the desk.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/16/2026

Brunch plans = Palenque 🥂🌮

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/14/2026

Your week at Palenque = handled. 🔥

From Margarita Mondays to Taco Tuesdays, midweek specials to weekend brunch + late nights, there’s always a reason to pull up.

Which day are we seeing you?

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/10/2026

Today’s all about her. 💐

Mother’s Day is here. Join us for a celebration filled with great food, drinks, and time together.

Limited tables still available.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/07/2026

Last chance to make it special. 💐

Mother’s Day reservations are almost gone. Secure your table now and celebrate the way she deserves.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

05/05/2026

It’s happening NOW. 🍹

Cinco de Mayo at is officially on. Grab your crew and get here before it gets packed.

𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙖 𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙖
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$3 Off Beers
$3 Off Wells
$3 Off All Specialty Drinks
$10 House Margarita
$11 Guacamole
$11 Pan Con Queso
$17 Ceviche
$13 Tacos Dorados
$4 each Carnitas Chile Verde Taco
$4 each Chicken Tinga Taco

𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$10 Guacamole
$8 Queso Fundió
$10 Patatas Bravas
$10 Chicken Taquitos
$5 Single Taco

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside

05/03/2026

Consider this your official invite. 🎉

Cinco de Mayo is going up TODAY at both locations, bring your people, we’ll handle the rest.

𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙖 𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙖
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$3 Off Beers
$3 Off Wells
$3 Off All Specialty Drinks
$10 House Margarita
$11 Guacamole
$11 Pan Con Queso
$17 Ceviche
$13 Tacos Dorados
$4 each Carnitas Chile Verde Taco
$4 each Chicken Tinga Taco

𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$10 Guacamole
$8 Queso Fundió
$10 Patatas Bravas
$10 Chicken Taquitos
$5 Single Taco

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside

05/02/2026

Cinco de Mayo, but make it . 🍹

Good drinks. Loud music. Packed tables.
You already know the vibe.

𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙖 𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙖
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$3 Off Beers
$3 Off Wells
$3 Off All Specialty Drinks
$10 House Margarita
$11 Guacamole
$11 Pan Con Queso
$17 Ceviche
$13 Tacos Dorados
$4 each Carnitas Chile Verde Taco
$4 each Chicken Tinga Taco

𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$10 Guacamole
$8 Queso Fundió
$10 Patatas Bravas
$10 Chicken Taquitos
$5 Single Taco

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside

05/01/2026

No plans yet? Now you do. 🇲🇽🔥

Cinco de Mayo at = drinks flowing, music up, and the energy all the way up.

𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙖 𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙖
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$3 Off Beers
$3 Off Wells
$3 Off All Specialty Drinks
$10 House Margarita
$11 Guacamole
$11 Pan Con Queso
$17 Ceviche
$13 Tacos Dorados
$4 each Carnitas Chile Verde Taco
$4 each Chicken Tinga Taco

𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$10 Guacamole
$8 Queso Fundió
$10 Patatas Bravas
$10 Chicken Taquitos
$5 Single Taco

See you there.
📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside

04/30/2026

We understand the concern being raised and want to address it clearly.

This matter has not been ignored.

Our management team became aware of the concern and immediately began reviewing the situation. We have also attempted to contact the guest directly so we can discuss what happened, gather all details, and address the matter appropriately.

In addition, we have taken precautionary steps internally, including reviewing our beverage handling, storage, labeling, sanitation, and team procedures. Guest safety is not something we take lightly, and we are treating this as a top priority.

For privacy reasons, we will not debate or disclose guest-specific details online.

However, we want our community to know that we have taken this seriously, acted promptly, and remain committed to doing everything within our control to prevent any similar concern in the future.

— Management

04/29/2026

The right ingredients for a good night:

Friends.
Great food.
A round of drinks.

Find it all at 🥂

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

04/28/2026

Cinco de Mayo is calling… 🍹 and we’re answering all day (and night).

Grab your crew, order the rounds, and let’s get into it.

𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙖 𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙖
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$3 Off Beers
$3 Off Wells
$3 Off All Specialty Drinks
$10 House Margarita
$11 Guacamole
$11 Pan Con Queso
$17 Ceviche
$13 Tacos Dorados
$4 each Carnitas Chile Verde Taco
$4 each Chicken Tinga Taco

𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚
Tuesday, 5/5 Specials until 6:30 PM on the patio and the bar:
$10 Guacamole
$8 Queso Fundió
$10 Patatas Bravas
$10 Chicken Taquitos
$5 Single Taco

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

04/25/2026

An evening at rarely ends at dinner. 🪩

Come hungry, stay for the music, and keep the evening going with great drinks and good company.

Let the night begin.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

04/23/2026

Mother’s Day is coming up fast. 💐

If you’re planning to celebrate with us at , now’s the time to secure your table.

Make it a day she’ll truly enjoy.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

04/22/2026

Midweek cravings?

Tacos on the table. Cocktails on the way. A lively night waiting at ✨

We’ll see you soon.

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

04/19/2026

Wake up and smell the mimosas! 🍊✨

Good food, bottomless mimosas, and a laid-back Sunday atmosphere.

Bring the crew and ease into the day with us.

🥂 Bottomless Mimosas for $30 (Downtown Riverside Only)
🍳 Palenque’s Signature Brunch Menu & Full Menu
💿 DJ on Sundays

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

04/17/2026

Nothing says Margarita Crawl like a fresh margarita in hand.

If margaritas are on the agenda, make sure Costa Mesa is one of your stops this week.

✨ Now through April 18
📍Make us one of your crawl stops.

04/16/2026

Graduations, birthdays, reunions: the moments worth celebrating deserve a great table.

Let’s plan your next celebration at ✨

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

04/15/2026

Still making your Margarita Crawl rounds?

Stop into Costa Mesa for a refreshing margarita and a menu full of favorites.

April 15–18, we’ll be ready behind the bar. ✨

📍 Costa Mesa, OC & Downtown Riverside
🥂 Sat. & Sun. Brunch
✨ Happy Hour
🌛

Address

3737 Main Street
Riverside, CA
92501

Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 9pm
Tuesday	5pm - 10pm
Wednesday	5pm - 10pm
Thursday	5pm - 10pm
Friday	5pm - 12am
Saturday	11am - 1am
Sunday	12am - 1am
	11am - 10pm

Website

https://www.palenquekitchen.com/

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