Visited twice in one day -- that should tell you everything…read more I make a point of hitting up a different taco spot whenever I'm in Santa Barbara, and this trip I did both locations back to back: the diner on Milpas, then the food truck near the SB Bowl a few hours later. Standout was the rajas con queso -- genuinely one of the best versions I've had, and somehow even better from the truck than the diner. Also tried pastor, cabeza, carnitas, and shrimp, and every single one delivered. No weak link on the menu. What I appreciate about Pipeye is that it's not a tourist-line spot -- it's the kind of place locals actually recommend when you ask. I posed that exact question to a Mexican family, and after a beat of consideration, their answer was Tacos Pipeye. That tracked with everything I'd already experienced. If you're comparing SB taco spots -- La Super-Rica gets the tourist attention, but ask around and you'll hear El Bajío and Lilly's come up just as often among people who eat here regularly. Pipeye belongs in that conversation too, and for me, it's currently at the top. Diner and food truck both worth seeking out. Will be back next visit.

My friend's family grew up in Santa Barbara, and her brother suggested I visit Tacos Pipeye. I…read moredidn't want to leave Santa Barbara without getting proper tacos, so naturally I took his advice. And the tacos were amazing! Four for $12 is such a good deal. I got the chicharron, al pastor, chorizo with potatoes, and carnitas. A symphony of pork if you will. Each filling was very flavorful. The meats were marinated and seasoned well. But then adding the salsas balanced the richness of each type of pork. To break it down even further, the carnitas were juicy. The al pastor had a nice smoky notes. The texture of the chicharron was soft due to the saturation from the salsa, yet still had a some chewiness. And the chorizo and potatoes were filling. Lastly, the handmade corn tortillas were soft and also flavorful. My mom got the quesadilla with carnitas, and that was also really good. We added a side of rice because rice is life, and it was fluffy with a nice brightness from the tomatoes. Service was great - the gentleman who took our order was friendly and welcoming. The space is small, but the tacos come out fast so turn around time can be quick. There's bar seating inside and out, and there's a few tables inside as well. It's going to be hard to go anywhere else if I want tacos. I'm totally coming back for more.

Amazing food truck for those late-night cravings. I'm literally willing to drive 10-15 minutes just…read moreto get it because it's that worth it. They do get pretty busy, but I found that calling ahead while driving over is the move because the food is ready right when I arrive. My go-to is the homemade corn asada quesadilla, and it never disappoints. Their salsas are all good, but the red spicy salsa is definitely my favorite. I also have a pretty sensitive stomach when it comes to eating out, and this place has honestly never let me down. Big thank you to the Mena team for always serving great food and great service. Definitely one of my favorite late-night spots!

We needed some dinner late on a Sunday night and I did not want fast food. Saw this place on…read moreDoorDash- looked good so took a chance. Omg they put other popular burrito places in SB to shame. Our burritos were fresh, piping hot (even delivered) and packed with meat. I had the 805 with carnitas and it was incredible. We will definitely be ordering from them again in the future.

Where do I even begin? From the fresh, flavorful food to the excellent customer service, everything…read morewas outstanding. I wish I lived closer because this would definitely become one of my regular spots. Can't wait to come back!

Everything is delicious and amazing, and the owners are super nice! I've had several things on…read moretheir menu and also have purchased in catering quantities and it never disappoints.

I am so sad but it's time to officially say goodbye to Gloria's tacos. They have exponentially…read moreincreased their prices since 2021 with no sign of stopping. The burritos went from $10 to now being $17!!! Mind you, the sizes of their burritos or tacos haven't gotten any bigger. Also that's a 70% increase, that is insanity.!!! At this point might as well go to los Agaves and get a side salad and chips, as well as unlimited Salsa with your food. Gloria, I hope you see this and rethink your prices because you've lost a loyal customer!

Phone orders they don't ask your name so I have to repeat the whole thing I also noticed the man…read moreordered before me a specific drink and gave him wrong food order and drink and he left upset For me I think 9.50 for a quesadilla that is pretty small isn't worth it other businesses are bigger besides that the food was done pretty fast

Friendly service, but the food was a little dry and tortillas were falling apart. Al pastor and…read moreasada seem to have been pre cut and dried out possibly reheated. Nonetheless, plenty of options, good salsa, and consistently parked in the same location (near my work). I hope to try the food again in the future.

Missing Romanti-Ezer veggie burrito as their restaurant closed with the pandemic stay at home. I…read morewas super excited to discover they are still operating their food truck and park on Cabrillo Street on weekends by the beach between wharf and harbor. Of course I had to stop and say hi and ordered shrimp tacos. I was not disappointed, great service, great snack. Recommend a walk along the beach and a great outdoor snack from Romantic-Ezer. It's what helps keep us healthy and happy.

Came to Santa Barbara for a day trip from Solvang and enjoyed our lunch here. We ordered at counter…read moreand sat outside. The tacos and burrito were so delicious. It hit the spot. Salsa with chips was really good too. You can tell everything is made fresh. Service was friendly and helpful guiding us through what to order. They share space with another restaurant that's focused more on seafood. Casual yet comfortable spot. Looking for tag to coming back!

Food made me severely sick. Salsa arrived in containers with the containers inflated with air (this…read moreis usually due to massive amounts of bacteria) so couldn't eat it. Quesabirria had bones in it. Absolutely terrible meal. I used to love this place, sad what's happened

Everything was delicious, he goes above and beyond for the customer. Attentive service and great…read moreattitude. Definitely a weekly spot to hit.

I honestly don't know how this place doesn't have more reviews…read more One night I was driving down San Andreas trying to find something to eat on the west side when I stumbled on this absolute hidden gem. You've probably driven past it a hundred times without even noticing, but tucked into the parking lot of San Andreas Hardware is the savior of late-night meals. And wow, the food is incredible!!! I've been coming back at least once a week since I found it, and it's quickly become one of my favorite spots. This place deserves way more love than it's getting. Do yourself a favor and go check it out , you won't regret it!!!

Came here with my family and was pleasantly surprised by how good the tacos were. We ordered the…read moreasada, adobada, cabeza, and lengua tacos, and every single one came out fresh, hot, and full of flavor. They have a great salsa bar with plenty of toppings, so you can customize each taco exactly how you like it. No fancy atmosphere, this place is all about serving delicious, authentic tacos. The menu is simple, but everything is done right. If you're looking for a quick, satisfying lunch, this place definitely hits the spot. We'll be back!

We asked for carne asada tacos and they said, "Say less, I know just the spot." That's how we ended…read moreup at Lilly's Tacos. You order at the counter, grab your toppings at the side bar, and wait for your freshly made tacos to come out. They call your name when your food is ready. They also have a small fridge with canned drink options. The tacos were really good! I usually stick to carne asada, but they also offer cabeza, lengua, and cachete -- cuts that are more unique and harder to find, so definitely try those if you want something different. It definitely feels like a local favorite. The line can get long but it moves pretty quickly. I went on a Saturday afternoon and street parking was easy to find.

Back to table service! Yay!!!…read more Attractive and very clean restaurant with great service. Truly delicious Mexican food. I love pozole - Cc's rendition is top notch and comes with all the extras to put in the soup including avocado, chopped onion, a whole fried tortilla to break up into the broth and Mexican oregano (the small is more than enough for one hungry person or to share with two).Homemade chips come with a four salsa selection ranging substantially hot to a delicate tomatillo green. I tried my tablemate's tacos, all three varieties were very very good. I've had takeout from here, but it's really worth going in person because the food is nuanced and best when piping hot as it's made.

Corazon Cocina is a Mexican seafood restaurant located in the Santa Barbara Public Market in…read moredowntown Santa Barbara. It was featured on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list but started off as a pop-up. You get in line and order your food. Then you get a buzzer that rings when your food is ready. They have some dedicated seating for customers but you can sit anywhere in the public market. We got the al pastor ($6.95) and coliflor ($7.95) tacos. The sizes were bigger than normal but I thought they could've used a little salt and the al pastor was a little tough. The sal de mar ceviche ($23.95) could've used more salt and lime but it was still refreshing with the watermelon. For drinks both the passionfruit margarita ($21) and hibiscus margarita ($24) were good. You can ask for their three salsas of varying spice levels. The food and drinks were on the pricier side too but we didn't think the quality matched the price.

Such amazing, savory food. We tried the popusas, burrito, and nachos and everything was gluten free…read moreand 10/10!!! The service was also wonderful and we got to greet and talk to the owner who was the sweetest ever. Actually good food which can be rare in Iv

I didn't like it. I went to the Strawberry Festival, and the pupusas weren't good. I don't…read morerecommend it.