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06/02/2026
Progressive, modern, and rooted in tradition ~ CHAAK is a place to gather, celebrate and enjoy the unique flavors of the Yucatán. Join us nightly with dinner at 5 and weekends starting at 11. Reservations via .🔥
05/23/2026
Weekends at CHAAK are always a vibe. We’re open early every Friday through Sunday with lunch starting at 11. Indoor open roof and outside dining available. Reservations encouraged with . 🌞
05/21/2026
NEW SUMMER COCKTAILS at CHAAK 🌞 Our menu reflects the summer season with refreshing, bright, and seasonal spirits inspired by the tropics of the Yucatan. Enjoy our new menu nightly at 5 and weekends starting at 11. SALUD!
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05/10/2026
Feliz dia de las Madres 🖤 Happy Mother’s Day! Today and always we honor + celebrate you, with a shout out to our own and all the mamas on our CHAAK team. Join us all day for Mother’s Day brunch starting 10!
05/08/2026
Celebrate MAMA all weekend at CHAAK! We’re open for lunch tomorrow at 11 and Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday from 10-3! Reservations encouraged, please book with or by phone.
BOMBAS | cinnamon-sugar beignets, dulce de leche, spiced chocolate sauce
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05/04/2026
CINCO DE MAYO | Celebrate with us tomorrow evening for CHAAK dinner starting at 5. Indoor + outdoor dining available. Reservations encouraged with !
EL GRITO 🍍 | mezcal, pineapple, yellow chartreuse, fresh lime, agave, house pineapple salt, garlic-lime chapulines
TIKIN S*K 🌮 | recado rojo glazed amberjack, pepper aioli, chayote-pepper slaw, yuzu lime, pickled kumquat, tomato jam
04/30/2026
Family style is the best style ~ we designed our menu to be shared + experience the flavors and culture of the Yucatan. Join us nightly at 5 for CHAAK dinner, reservations encouraged with .
04/25/2026
CHAAK is always a vibe ~ celebrate your next special occasion with us as we enter the summer season. We offer customized large parties, private events, luncheons, and more. View our packages online and inquire within. Link in bio. 🥂
04/23/2026
PLATOS FUERTES | our branzino is a CHAAK signature served family style ~ join us nightly with dinner tonight at 5pm. Reservations encouraged via . 🔥
WHOLE MAKKUM BRANZINO / achiote-citrus, roasted peppers, onions, hoja santa, house tortillas
04/16/2026
CHAAK OMAKASE | Join us every Friday + Saturday from 11-2 for a chef driven + curated experience with multi-course Mayan + Yucatecan tastings. Series One highlights the origin and craft of masa in collaboration with . Reservations encouraged via .
CHAAK OMAKASE 🔥
FRIDAY + SATURDAY 11-2
$55 PER PERSON | 5-COURSES
Suggested 🍷 Pairings | Limited Availability
04/15/2026
CHAAK POLLO PIBIL | an entire half chicken rubbed with spices, slow smoked over cherrywood, and served with yuzu-coconut rice, caramelized plantains, house roti, and a Cuban inspired mojo de criollo. 🍊
Rooted in Yucatecan tradition + influenced by Cuban and Caribbean flavors, every bite delivers sweet, smoky, garlicky, citrusy, spicy, and sweet notes. Available nightly for CHAAK dinner at 5. 🔥
04/09/2026
Join us this week as we launch CHAAK OMAKASE | a chef driven + curated experience with multi-course Mayan + Yucatecan tastings. Series One highlights the origin and craft of masa in collaboration with . Reservations encouraged via .
CHAAK OMAKASE 🔥
4/10-11 | FRIDAY + SATURDAY 11-2
$55 PER PERSON | 5-COURSES
Suggested 🍷 Pairings | Limited Availability
04/05/2026
Happy Easter! Join us all day starting at 11 for Easter Brunch. Indoor + outdoor patio dining available, perfect for our signature G+T’s. 🌸
04/02/2026
Always a good vibe at CHAAK starting with our team! 🙌 Raul is our Bar Captain who’s been with us since our first year, specializing in handcrafted cocktails, discovering new spirits, and providing top quality experiences with our guests with his outgoing personality. Pull up a seat at the bar next time you’re with us and get the Raul experience! 🥃
03/31/2026
It’s spring at CHAAK with our leña inspired shared plates, prepared over woodfire with Yucatan-Medi influence. See you tonight for CHAAK dinner at 5. 🔥
MEZCLA DE HONGOS | mushroom medley, pipian verde, pickled onions, pistachio dukkah
03/29/2026
Join us this Palm Sunday with CHAAK dinner starting at 5 ~ we’re currently booking Easter weekend with Sunday Brunch at 11. View our menus + make your reservation online with link in bio! 🥂
03/27/2026
Toksel is a native Mayan dish made with “ibes”, the Yucatecan lima bean ~ enjoy this spring + summer season for CHAAK dinner nightly at 5. Weekend reservations encouraged via . 🔥
TOKSEL | charred fava beans, chinese long beans, english peas, lemon vinaigrette, honey lemon ricotta, charred green onions, mint, cilantro, corn nut crumble
03/15/2026
CHAAK BRUNCH, every Sunday from 11-2 🌞 Our CHUUK trio is the perfect entrada, featuring our house guacamole, sikil p’ak, and salsa. View our menus online + make your reservation. We are currently booking Easter Brunch!
03/14/2026
Feeling like spring at CHAAK 🌞 join us this weekend starting at 11! We’ve got the roof open and new outdoor patio ready for the warmer weather. Reservations encouraged via .
PULPO AL GUAJILLO | grilled octopus, garbanzo bean puree, chayote, red chorizo, hoja santa gremolata
03/06/2026
Weekend vibes at CHAAK | We’re open Friday through Sunday starting at 11 with lunch + brunch. View our menus + make your reservation via .
01/30/2026
Our Poc Chuc is a nod to the Mayan classic, translating to “grilled over hot coals” in native Maya language. Sourced iberico secreto from .campogrande + available on our CHAAK dinner menu nightly.
POC CHUC | 12 oz. woodfired iberico secreto steak, pineapple xni pek, green habanero salsa, charred onion, house tortillas 🔥
01/29/2026
Just in time for Valentines 💘 Our collaboration with + their small batched pink corn masa made from pink cónico corn from Tlaxcala in Southern Mexico. Thank you also to + for sourcing.
CASTACAN | confit pork belly tacos, recado negro salsa, xni pek
01/04/2026
Cozy up with us today at CHAAK ~ we feature brunch every Sunday from 11-2. View our weekend menus + make your reservation via .
HUEVOS MOTULEÑOS | originating from the town of Motul, Yucatan | layers of corn tortilla, sunny-side egg, applewood smoked ham, peas, queso oaxaca, black beans, tomate frito 🍳
12/30/2025
CELEBRATE 2026! Join us New Years Eve and New Years Day at 5pm ~ we’re ringing in the holidays with normal hours featuring our dinner menu and chef specials. Reservations via + phone! 🥂
Address
215 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA
92780
If you're traveling by public transport, take the bus that stops at the El Camino Real and Newport intersection. Get off in front of the building with a red roof. Walk straight ahead until you reach a restaurant on your left.
If you're driving, take the exit for El Camino Real from the freeway and head east. Look for a building with a red roof on your left-hand side and park in any of the available spots nearby. Walk towards the building and keep going straight until you see a restaurant on your left.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
5pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
11am - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 2pm |
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5pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 2pm |
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5pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Mexican restaurants are known for their bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and vibrant atmosphere. CHAAK, located on El Camino Real in Tustin, takes this to the next level with their unique Mayan-Yucatan cuisine. Their commitment to smoking, charring, and preparing meats pibil style with achiote, citrus, and habanero is evident in every dish.
The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining options, making it perfect for any occasion. Their patio is especially popular during the sunny season. The CHAAK margaritas are a must-try - whether you prefer the classic house version or the refreshing grapefruit + hibiscus or orange or pepino flavors.
Their menu is designed for sharing and creating your own Yucatecan spread. One standout dish is the Almejas al Vapor Picantes - littleneck clams served with green chorizo, herb broth, scallions, and avocado. It's spicy and flavorful - a true representation of Mayan cuisine.
Overall, CHAAK offers an unforgettable dining experience that combines exotic flavors with a cozy ambiance. Whether you're looking for a casual brunch or an intimate dinner with friends or family, CHAAK has something for everyone. Reservations are recommended via their website or phone call for larger parties.