Franco's Famous

Franco's Famous Franco's Famous is a Mexican restaurant located on Moulton Pkwy operated by Franco Hospitality Inc. It offers traditional Mexican dishes and cocktails. Franco's Famous celebrates Cinco de Mayo with live music, DJ Lionel, and a special menu consisting of $6 Mexican drafts, $8 house margaritas, $10 top-shelf Pamaritas with PAMA Liqueur, and hot & ready burritos for to-go orders. On other days, the restaurant serves Lilikoi & Pineapple Martini made of Tito's Vodka, Licor 43, lime juice, pineapple juice, Lilikoi purée and aloha spirit. Contact them at (949)446-9700 for reservations or takeout from Tuesday to Saturday between 3-9pm and Sunday between 10-2pm.

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Good drinks, good company, and a seat waiting for you 🤙 Come hang at Franco’s Famous ! Happy Hour 🍹Laguna Hills & Ladera...
10/16/2026

Good drinks, good company, and a seat waiting for you 🤙 Come hang at Franco’s Famous !

Happy Hour 🍹
Laguna Hills & Ladera Ranch | 3–5:30 PM
San Clemente | 4–6 PM

📍LAGUNA HILLS LOCATION
26538 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-446-9700

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-9pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 3-5:30pm

📍SAN CLEMENTE LOCATION
207 S El Camino Real San Clemente
CA 92672 (949) 218-4148

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9pm
Friday: 4-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 10am-3pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 4-6pm

📍LADERA RANCH LOCATION
(949) 359-6262
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Monday: closed
Tuesday: 3-9:30pm
Wednesday: 3-9pm
Thursday: 3-9pm
Friday: 3-9:30pm
Saturday: 12-9:30pm
Sunday: 10am-8pm

Your next “let’s go out” spot 🍸✨Incredible cocktails, cozy corners for date night, big screens for game night, and patio...
10/09/2026

Your next “let’s go out” spot 🍸✨

Incredible cocktails, cozy corners for date night, big screens for game night, and patio fire pits worth staying for another round.

Plus, a little live music to go with it:
🎶 Saturday nights in Ladera Ranch (musician 5-8pm)
🎶 Sunday brunch in Laguna Hills (musician 11-2pm)

Make a plan, bring your people, and settle in at Franco’s Famous. We’ll take good care of you!

📍LAGUNA HILLS LOCATION
26538 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-446-9700

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-9pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 3-5:30pm

📍SAN CLEMENTE LOCATION
207 S El Camino Real San Clemente
CA 92672 (949) 218-4148

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9pm
Friday: 4-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 10am-3pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 4-6pm

📍LADERA RANCH LOCATION
(949) 359-6262
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

HAPPY HOUR Tues-Fri (3-5:30pm) Sunday all day bar area 🏈
Monday: closed
Tuesday: 3-9:30pm
Wednesday: 3-9pm
Thursday: 3-9pm
Friday: 3-9:30pm
Saturday: 12-9:30pm
Sunday: 10am-8pm

Grab a Franco’s Famous Taco Pack to-go and make feeding the crew the easiest part of your day.Call ahead & we’ll have it...
09/29/2026

Grab a Franco’s Famous Taco Pack to-go and make feeding the crew the easiest part of your day.
Call ahead & we’ll have it ready for you 🍻

📍 Ladera Ranch — (949) 359-6262
📍 Laguna Hills — (949) 446-9700
📍 San Clemente — (949) 218-4148
San Clemente: 8 Taco Box only

Good food. No cooking. No cleanup. 🌮

📍LAGUNA HILLS LOCATION
26538 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-446-9700

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-9pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 3-5:30pm

📍SAN CLEMENTE LOCATION
207 S El Camino Real San Clemente
CA 92672 (949) 218-4148

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9pm
Friday: 4-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 10am-3pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 4-6pm

📍LADERA RANCH LOCATION
(949) 359-6262
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Monday: closed
Tuesday: 3-9:30pm
Wednesday: 3-9pm
Thursday: 3-9pm
Friday: 3-9:30pm
Saturday: 12-9:30pm
Sunday: 10am-8pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 3-5:30pm

🏈 FOOTBALL + HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY 🍻 (Sundays) Game days just got better at Franco’s Famous. Catch the football games with ...
09/18/2026

🏈 FOOTBALL + HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY 🍻 (Sundays)

Game days just got better at Franco’s Famous. Catch the football games with Happy Hour food & drinks while you watch. 🌮🍹🏈

📍 SAN CLEMENTE + LADERA RANCH LOCATION ONLY

Available during football games. Bar area only!

SUNDAYS JUST GOT BETTER 🏈🍹🚨We’re officially doing HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY, EVERY SUNDAY for football season.🎉Yep - open to cl...
09/07/2026

SUNDAYS JUST GOT BETTER 🏈🍹
🚨We’re officially doing HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY, EVERY SUNDAY for football season.🎉

Yep - open to close. 🍻

Come catch the games, grab a marg, and spend Sunday with us at:

📍 San Clemente
📍 Ladera Ranch

All-day Happy Hour. Every Sunday. All football season.

Consider your Sunday plans handled. 🏈

📍LAGUNA HILLS LOCATION
26538 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-446-9700

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-9pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 3-5:30pm

📍SAN CLEMENTE LOCATION
207 S El Camino Real San Clemente
CA 92672 (949) 218-4148

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9pm
Friday: 4-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 10am-3pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 4-6pm

📍LADERA RANCH LOCATION
(949) 359-6262
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Join us every week for
* SUNDAY BRUNCH & DINNER 10-8pm
* TACO TUESDAY 3-9:30pm
* HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI 3-5:30pm
OPENING HOURS
* Tues-Friday- 3pm
* Sat- 12pm-9:30
* Sun-10am-8pm

Tuesdays are better with tacos in one hand and a frozen marg in the other. 🌮🍹Come for Taco Tuesday, stay for the good vi...
09/01/2026

Tuesdays are better with tacos in one hand and a frozen marg in the other. 🌮🍹
Come for Taco Tuesday, stay for the good vibes, and cool down with a blended margarita (or two). 😎

See you at Franco’s Famous!!!

📍LAGUNA HILLS LOCATION
26538 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-446-9700

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-9pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 3-5:30pm

📍SAN CLEMENTE LOCATION
207 S El Camino Real San Clemente
CA 92672 (949) 218-4148

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9pm
Friday: 4-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 10am-3pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 4-6pm

📍LADERA RANCH LOCATION
(949) 359-6262
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Join us every week for
* SUNDAY BRUNCH & DINNER 10-8pm
* TACO TUESDAY 3-9:30pm
* HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI 3-5:30pm
OPENING HOURS
* Tues-Friday- 3pm
* Sat- 12pm-9:30
* Sun-10am-8pm

Thank you to everyone who came out for our Tri-Tip Taco Night! Red oak was fired up, and the DUST MAN worked his magic, ...
08/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for our Tri-Tip Taco Night! Red oak was fired up, and the DUST MAN worked his magic, finishing that Santa Maria tri-tip with his signature Travelers Prime 29 seasoning. 🔥🌮Tony Dik

**If you missed it… we’ll see you at the next one. 👀**
Stay tuned for the next special taco night !

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☀️ SUNDAY BRUNCH AT FRANCO’S! 🌮🍳🥂Your Sunday plans just got a whole lot better! Come brunch with us at any of our 3 loca...
08/09/2026

☀️ SUNDAY BRUNCH AT FRANCO’S! 🌮🍳🥂

Your Sunday plans just got a whole lot better! Come brunch with us at any of our 3 locations for hot coffee, a full brunch menu, bottomless mimosas, Bloody Marys & more! 🍾🍅☕️

🎶 Live Music
📍 Laguna Hills | 11AM–2PM
📍 Ladera Ranch | 4PM–7PM Anesha Rose

We’ll see you at Franco’s Famous!

📍LAGUNA HILLS LOCATION
26538 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-446-9700

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-9pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 3-5:30pm

📍SAN CLEMENTE LOCATION
207 S El Camino Real San Clemente
CA 92672 (949) 218-4148

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9pm
Friday: 4-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 10am-3pm
HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI: 4-6pm

📍LADERA RANCH LOCATION
(949) 359-6262
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Join us every week for
* SUNDAY BRUNCH & DINNER 10-8pm
* TACO TUESDAY 3-9:30pm
* HAPPY HOUR TUES-FRI 3-5:30pm
OPENING HOURS
* Tues-Friday- 3pm
* Sat- 12pm-9:30pm
* Sun-10am-8pm

Address

26538 Moulton Pkwy
Laguna Hills, CA
92653

To reach the Mexican restaurant at Moulton Parkway in Laguna Hills via public transport, you can take the local bus that stops near the location. You may check with the local transit authority for more information on the specific bus routes available.

For those who prefer driving, take I-5 S towards Laguna Hills and exit onto Alicia Pkwy. From there, turn onto Moulton Pkwy and continue until you see the destination on your right side. Parking is available onsite or nearby in a public lot.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 3pm - 9pm
Wednesday 3pm - 9pm
Thursday 3pm - 9pm
Friday 3pm - 9pm
Saturday 3pm - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their delicious and flavorful dishes, and Franco's Famous in Laguna Hills is no exception. This family-owned restaurant offers a wide variety of Mexican cuisine that will satisfy any craving. From tacos to burritos, enchiladas to fajitas, every dish is made with fresh ingredients and bursting with authentic flavors.

But it's not just the food that makes Franco's Famous stand out. Their cocktails are also a must-try, with unique twists on classic drinks like margaritas and palomas. And if you're looking for a fun night out, their lively atmosphere and friendly staff make for a great experience.

In fact, Franco's Famous is so popular that they're expanding to a new location in San Clemente! They're currently hiring experienced and motivated individuals to join their team, which speaks to the quality of their service.

And if you're looking for a festive celebration, be sure to check out their Cinco de Mayo specials. With live music, DJ entertainment, and discounted drinks all night long, it's sure to be a crazy fun time.

Overall, Franco's Famous is a top-notch Mexican restaurant that delivers on both taste and experience. Whether you're stopping by for lunch or dinner, or celebrating a special occasion with friends and family, this restaurant is definitely worth checking out.