Absolutely best Mexican food I have tried in USA. Their Salsa options are amazing and food was…read moreabsolutely delicious. Ambience is pretty cool and they have outdoor seating as well. Service is great. 100% recommend it when you are in the town.

Los Agaves On De Lavina St. -- A Rare Review from Someone Who Hates Writing Reviews…read moreI spent 25 years owning a business. I know what good service looks like, and I know what entitled looks like. I never write reviews -- I watched Yelp destroy good people over bad nights, and I swore I'd stay out of it. Tonight changed that. I sat at the bar. It took the bartender over five minutes to acknowledge I existed. Another five to ten to deliver a Coke. I ordered dinner and waited forty minutes -- which I might have forgiven, except getting his attention was nearly impossible the entire night. No eye contact. Body language that made clear I was an inconvenience, not a guest. Every interaction felt like I was interrupting something more important. When I finally got him to check on my order, he went to the computer and discovered he'd never placed it. I walked out. I noticed the people around me weren't faring much better. The slowness wasn't just my experience -- it was the room. Los Agaves appears to be a popular place, and maybe on another night with another bartender it earns that reputation. But entitlement has a way of spreading when nobody checks it. I hope management is paying attention -- because a beautiful restaurant dies one invisible guest at a time.

I had such a great meal here! The ceviche verde is made with halibut and super fresh and sweet,…read moreit's also the most massive portion. The pulpo tacos are a MUST and I don't even usually like octopus. It has such a nice smoky grilled flavor and it doesn't have that chewy texture. Service is really great and friendly as well, and their outdoor patio is perfect people watching!

I love a place with incredible chips and salsa and Santo Mezcal was it! I mean, who doesn't love…read morethree salsa options?? The service and ambiance here is impeccable, it truly was just a great dinner experience overall. The Ensenada enchiladas with halibut were incredibly delicious (the sauce was what made it!) - but I have to say, my boyfriend's chicken enchiladas may have it beat! I've never had such flavorful and tender shredded chicken, highly recommend.

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.

The four of us got lunch here and ate in the nice shaded courtyard. I liked the food more than my…read morecompadres. My husband and I both got fried fish tacos and fried cauliflower tacos. The fish was fine but the cauliflower was the star. I liked the toppings as well. My teens also got the fried fish tacos plus a burrito with steak (El Cali). They thought the burrito was fine but it didn't stand out to them in any way. 4 stars (5 for cauliflower)

Get the special (adobada, peppers, cheese), it is spectacular. That's all I tried though. Prices…read moreare reasonable. Be sure to order what you need because the line gets long and you don't want to get back in it if you didn't order enough beers. Bring cash. I didn't realize how hard it was to find a cash machine in SB. I found more bitcoin atms than cash atms which is wild. I stayed at a hotel near state st and walked back from here and it only took about 30 min, but I would recommend driving or taking a $6 uber.

Came here on a Saturday around 2 pm. We were planning to go to Los Agaves just a block away but…read morethey happened to be closed. Parking was very easy on the street and free. There was a line of people waiting. Took us a little over 30 minutes from getting in line, to ordering and receiving the food later. CASH ONLY. Their specials menu seems to change every day or so. We ordered a taco de hongo (sautéed mushrooms with epazote in a light cream sauce w/ 2 homemade corn tortillas), enchiladas de plaza (chicken breast, potato mushroom, red chile sauce, topped with cheese, chile pasilla strips, cream sauce, avocado and radish), a tamal norteño de puerco (pork tamal), #16 súper-rica especial (pork on 3 tortillas, a modelo, and a piña pepino agua fresca. All for around $63 without tip. They had a tomato salsa, salsa rojo, and salsa verde options. All were delicious. All of the food was excellent and super flavorful. I would say my favorite was definitely the tamal. So savory and the masa was the perfect texture. The pork tacos and mushroom taco were close behind, also delicious. The enchiladas were my least favorite. Still good but I just don't think I can be an enchiladas fan no matter how hard I try!! I just am not a fan of the texture of the tortillas when sauced up. Nevertheless, everything was finished up and nothing left behind. The agua fresca was also super good and refreshing. Very sweet and a little thick so we thinned it out a bit with some water. They have limited outdoor seating but a lot inside. A single bathroom right by the parking lot entrance. Nice and cute spot with hard workers. Would definitely come again!

Corazon Comedor is a vibrant cantina style Mexican eatery serving up food made with love and…read moreculture. This spot is located on State Street where there is street parking all around the area. Inside, they have a beautifully decorated interior with lots of seating. Wifey and I ended up getting the Carpintero Burrito, Enfrijoladas, and the Black Beans & Plantains. Everything hit the spot and it was a great meal to start us off for the day. All of the staff here are super friendly and welcoming. Definitely stop by if you are ever in the area!

Great service, comfortable atmosphere, excellent fresh chips and collection of homemade salsas…read morecomplimentary. The Quesebirria is really good. It don't sleep on the smoked mushroom and cactus taco!

It was my first time visiting with my family and we had an amazing experience our server was Leah,…read moreshe gave us great appetizer and entree recommendations and was very knowledgeable on some good tequila choices. I ordered the salmon à la piña and presentation was amazing as well as flavor. I will be returning again and recommending to friends and family. Over all a wonderful experiences.

A Must-Visit in Santa Barbara If you're visiting Flor de…read moreMaiz, you absolutely cannot skip this place. We ordered the pulpo and the chicken mole, and both dishes were incredible. The pulpo was perfectly cooked--tender with a great char and packed with flavor. The chicken mole was rich, balanced, and deeply satisfying, with that classic complex mole flavor that keeps you going back for another bite. What really stood out, though, was the service. It was phenomenal from start to finish--attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling rushed. The staff clearly care about the experience they're giving guests. The food, the atmosphere, and the service all came together for a great meal. If you're in Santa Barbara, make sure this spot is on your list. Highly recommend.

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.

We sat at the bar and Brian N. made our drinks and served us. 10/10 margarita & made special shots…read morefor our anniversary! Brian is super friendly, charismatic, and clearly very skilled as he whipped out tons of drink orders for all the tables too. The food was delicious and came out fast, very hot and fresh. We had attentive service, in a great restaurant atmosphere. This is one of our favorite restaurants in all Santa Barbara county.

First time coming to this location. Usually go to the one on Milpas but they are temporarily…read moreclosed. Restaurant is bigger and has better parking. However I received awful service from Angela B this evening. You would think that after paying over $90 for food that I'd atleast be able to get a water cup. I was denied a water cup. Afterwards the customer who ordered after me was given a water cup without asking. He seemed to be a regular as he was greeting all the staff. Seemed very biased! Then my order was sitting for a while after it was prepared and bagged. Took them a while call my order.

Food is tasty, but my oh my look at this taco. Three small crumbs of queso fresco? Cheese is…read morelisted as an ingredient and this skimpy portion does not count as being part of the taco.

This is a clean and nice Mexican restaurant off of state ave in Santa Barbara…read more The manager Anthony was so kind and friendly The food was sooooooo good and spicy sauces bar was great Next time I am in Santa Barbara I am definitely going to go back and enjoy this very nice and clean restaurant

The restaurant serves high-quality food and appears to use fresh ingredients, but I found it…read moreoverpriced. I can't speak to the other menu items, but I thoroughly enjoyed my meal, the Gambas al Ajillo. The prawns were cooked perfectly, and they came with a couple of crusty pieces of bread that were ideal for soaking up the delicious sauce. Despite how much I enjoyed it, the portion was small, and I didn't feel full afterward. I paired my meal with two small glasses of wine, which were also overpriced, though the wines themselves were excellent. I appreciated the opportunity to sample a few varieties before making my selection. The service was outstanding. My waiter was attentive and brought both my food and drinks promptly, so I never had to wait long. Overall, while the food and service were very good, I believe I could find similar dishes elsewhere at a better value. I'm also not particularly fond of the location. The restaurant was noisy both inside and outside, with traffic and train noise contributing to the atmosphere. I would consider returning, but only for a special occasion.

We came here on a whim and everything about it was so enjoyable!…read more The service was good. Until we got seated, the service felt lukewarm, but our server, Joquin(?) made us feel so welcome! He gave us some great advice on what to order and we enjoyed every bit of it! There was also another gentleman that brought out the umbrella for us since it was getting sunny. We had a couple workers walk by without asking, but he was so kind enough to make us comfortable. The drinks we ordered were so refreshing. We ordered the Costa Blanca, De Aqui, and the Bengala de Granada. The drinks were so crisp that it almost felt like a palette cleanser. The yellowtail crudo was perfectly balanced between sweet and citrusy. The oysters looked spicy but were pleasantly mild! The octopus was tender and soft. The paella was flavorful and nicely garlicky. Loquita is small and cute. It's a little packed inside once it gets busy, so it was a relief we got seated outside.