This is truly a local hangout. The owners are very friendly and will great you at the door (by name if you have been there a few times). Authentic Mexican food with a great menu. Served hot, fast and by the plateful. Whether it is drinks with friends, a vacation dinner, or a business meeting this is a great place.... more

This is without a doubt one of the best resturaunts in town; especialy when your not in a rush to eat and leave. This is the place you go with friends to socialize in a fun cabana tropical sort of atmosphear. On top of that the unique margaritas are one of a kind, and the food is to die for.... more

Have you ever had really bad Mexican food? Have you ever had really great Mexican food? Chips can vary, but rice and beans, well, they're pretty much the same. That's why Del Agave is unusual--great everything, but more refined than Mexican tacos, enchiladas, or rellenos. Even the margaritas are memorable: spicy salt on the rims of handsome glassware, unusual presentation.... more

I live in San Clemente and have been eating here for many years (at least once a week). I always visit with the owners who are very nice people and are not out to cheat anyone. The food is always great and the margaritas are excellent. The food is not greasy or out of the can mexican food, which is... more

My wife and I ate dinner there not too long ago and had a horrible experience all around. Not only was the service slow, but the waitress altered our receipt to give herself a bigger tip. This was an absolute outrage and they have yet to resolve the issue. We recommend that you never eat here because there is the... more

Since we were last here, Chato's name has changed to Del Agave Grill, but luckily it's still owned by the same people and the food is as delicious as ever. For lunch, we like to siit outside on their beautiful garden patio with koi pond and enjoy one of their good, not-too-sweet margaritas. The rim of the glass is dusted... more