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El Mercado Modern Cuisine
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$$$
⭐ MICHELIN Selected
Santa Ana

El Mercado Modern Cuisine

Chef Sergio Ortega's MICHELIN-recognized modern Mexican — heritage masa, Oaxacan moles, and a colorful downtown Santa Ana dining room.

Editorially verified
Mexican
Latin
Californian
MICHELIN Selected
Fine Dining
Chef-Driven
Date Night
Tacos

Why It Stands Out

MICHELIN-recognized modern Mexican from Chef Sergio Ortega — house masa, regional moles, and the deepest mezcal program in downtown Santa Ana.

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🎭 Atmosphere

Vibrant, modern Mexican, downtown

✅ Good For

Date Night
Special Occasion
Modern Mexican

📋 Reservations

Opentable
Featured in: MICHELIN Guide · Locale Magazine · LA Times

Restaurant Details

301 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Full Service
$$$ — $30–$60/person

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