The place is like any no frills burrito place. The inside is pretty spacious with a fairly good…read moreamount of seating. This was my first time, so I asked what was a good burrito. The staff recommended the SD Burrito. I also got a horchata. The horchata was thirst quenching on a hot sunny day. The SD burrito was huge. It was at least a pound of food, that can easily feed two people. It contained a lot of shrimp and beef, with rice, cheese, pico and some fries. It was delicious. Next time I might try something smaller.

Stopped here after the E-40 concert and got a Shrimp burrito !! Bomb. Nice and fresh . Buttt I…read morewish the lettuce had a little more crunch ! lol but that's just me . Overall good food and good customer service . I didn't get a picture by the time I realized I needed a picture lolll the burrito was gone !

Salsa is actually spicy! Had to take a break…read more The service was great. Awesome little spot after Legoland.

-- 4/5 Tacos Oasis…read moreis a great stop when you need something quick, easy, and satisfying, especially if you're in the middle of a shopping run at the Carlsbad Outlet Mall and want a fast bite without slowing down too much. The tacos were really good -- flavorful, fresh, and exactly what you want when you're craving something simple and tasty. The tamales were also excellent, soft and well-seasoned. Everything also felt reasonably priced, which is a nice bonus! Friendly service as well. There's outdoor seating right by the stand, making it easy to sit down, take a quick break, and enjoy your food before getting back to your shopping extravaganza. Overall, it's a convenient, tasty, and reasonably priced option when you want a quick taco fix between stores.

My wife asked me to pick up some food from this spot on my way home one night. As I drove up and…read moresaw it was connected to a gas station, I called her and asked her if she knew. She responded that the reviews were really good, so it was worth giving it a try. Man, she was right on the money. The food was outstanding! The place is built for speed and lacks warmth. No drive-through, makes it less convenient, but it's still worth it. I just moved to Carlsbad a couple of years back, and I've been trying to find the best Mexican food place around. I can confidently say that I have now found it and I will be frequenting it on the regs. I had the Agave Birrieria. It was amazing. Probably not something that I can eat regularly, though. If you are looking for takeout Mexican food, this is the place to go.

Solid place for Mexican food if on through way back from SD to LA/OC or vice versa. Right next to a…read moregas station. No seating. Limited parking. Nice and clean place. Friendly staff. Ordered the chili relleno which was good but was expecting 2 instead of just 1, and it did not come with tortillas? The burrito was solid. Got al pastor but threw in some cabezza as well.

Delicious tacos! Give them a try! Everything was fresh, they don't skimp on the meat, and it all…read morehad great flavor!

I've ordered delivery from here at least four times, and up until now, the food has always been…read moregood. Unfortunately, our most recent order was a major disappointment and a serious health concern. The carne asada tacos were bad--the meat looked and smelled off, and my wife has been severely ill and vomiting ever since eating it. The tripa taco was complete mush and didn't taste properly cleaned, and the guacamole arrived completely brown. The only good part of the meal was the side salsas. I understand every kitchen can have an off day or a shift change, but serving spoiled meat is unacceptable. While I might have given this place another chance based on past orders, my wife definitely won't want to risk eating here again. Please step up your quality control and maintain the standards you used to have. I want to see your business succeed, but you have to listen to your customers and keep the food safe.

The food here is amazing. I am not one to get excited about Mexican food but I cannot get enough of…read moreLos Tacos. They make it super easy for me to customize my tacos which is very important for me as I am picky. So far I have ordered, - Birria Tacos with just meat and cheese - Garlic shrimp taco with cheese and lettuce - Grilled chicken taco with cheese And a side of rice and beans. Absolutely everything was mouth watering. I love the rice because it's plain. I'm already looking forward to coming back. The service is fantastic. Super sweet & friendly employees. Always cleaning and keeping the restaurant clean and tables ready for guests. Overall it's a great vibe and it's not loud even though it's located right off El Camino Real.

Wow. We didn't know what to expect, we were just going primarily to get a margarita and ended up…read morewith having delicious, quality Mexican food as well. We went on Friday around 5:30 pm and thought it would be super busy but it wasn't. It had a nice, chill vibe to it. The weather was perfect for dining al fresco. Walking in there's a counter to order for food & non-alcoholic drinks and if you want an alcoholic drink you order at the bar. There's also a salsa bar. Plenty of seating both indoor and out. The employees were friendly, helpful & efficient. Ivan at the bar was very nice and gave my husband a warm welcome knowing it was our first time. Every dish we ordered was off the hook! Delicious! We would expect this at a more higher end restaurant. And the salsas were also good! Very flavorful. It's cute that they served some of the food on blue and white Talavera dishes that were chipped on the edges, which made them look homey. The margaritas (they only make the standard lime flavor) were good but not a good value. Mostly all ice and not strong at all. Overall, good place to get delicious Mexican food. Was a good find!

Gaby's Tacos is our new taco home! We ordered the shrimp tacos, and they made them exactly how we…read morelike them; fresh, flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and loaded with delicious shrimp. Every bite was incredible! They've also done an incredible job creating a beautiful outdoor patio area. It's such a welcoming, comfortable place to sit, relax, and enjoy your meal. And I have to say, this is the most immaculate food truck I've ever seen! Everything is spotless, and you can tell they take so much pride in what they do. Fantastic food, friendly service, great prices, and an awesome atmosphere. We can't wait to come back. If you're anywhere nearby, don't miss the shrimp tacos Highly recommend!

Food trucks are still cool, ok?! Gaby's has become one of our favorites and we'll be bringing…read moreanyone who visits us to their truck. They are closed on Sundays. So far their veggie burrito and Chile relleno burritos are great! My man raves about their carne asada fries and he'll pick theirs over anyone else's. I love their salsa selection, which is always how I grade taco shops. I tried them all the first time, and now I know which ones to pick the next time. If you're looking for them, it's covered in a refrigerated appliance that looks like a grill. The guys who work on the truck provide great service, and they walk outside of the truck to give you your food. I appreciate that!

I love fish tacos and this is my new go-to spot for my fish tacos craving!…read moreTheir fish tacos as are made with mahi-mahi and you can taste the difference! Treat yourself and you won't be disappointed!

I really wanted a burrito so swung by to give this shop a try. I was initially thinking of a…read morebreakfast burrito but after asking the cashier my suspicions were confirmed that they are significantly smaller than the regular burritos. I ordered a California burrito for $13.75. It was a little smaller than I would have liked but enough to satisfy me for lunch. Salsas are not self serve and are quite small. You get 3 max per burrito which was barely sufficient. There was plenty of seating inside. I wouldn't recommend using the bathroom.

I was in Carlsbad for a meeting with a client. My boss and I wrapped up the meeting a little later…read morethan expected, and before heading home we decided to grab a bite. We found this little spot tucked into the same business complex and figured we'd give it a shot. It was a Tuesday afternoon. We walked in, and it was completely unassuming. There was a deli display near the front that was basically empty. You look around and immediately get that feeling - this is a local place. A woman greeted us as soon as we walked in. I looked over the menu. Sandwiches, burritos, simple comfort food. I asked if they had soup. She said they had chicken poblano, then turned and yelled, "Ma, we have soup?" That was the moment I fell in love with the place. The sandwich I ordered wasn't anything revolutionary. Honestly, it was a sandwich I could have made at home. But that's exactly what made it so beautiful. It was made exactly the way I would have made it myself. The same style of bread, turkey, lettuce, tomato, onions, mustard. Nothing trying to be trendy. Nothing trying to reinvent the wheel. Just a phenomenal sandwich. It was generously sized, incredibly fresh, and surprisingly affordable. The chicken poblano soup was one of the best I've ever had. They didn't skimp on the chicken. It was perfectly seasoned, comforting, and tasted like someone actually cared while making it. As we were eating, I turned to my boss and said, "Man, the older I get, the more I just don't want places like this to disappear." It isn't modern. It isn't flashy. It isn't designed for Instagram. It probably isn't winning awards for interior design. It just is. And that's exactly what makes it special. Family businesses are different. They aren't just businesses. They're part of the dinner table. They become woven into the family's life. They're talked about over breakfast, stressed over late at night, celebrated together, and carried from one generation to the next. They're almost like another member of the family - a living, breathing organism that everyone helps keep alive. That's why we need to support places like this. Not just because they're local, but because supporting people like this is part of what keeps our communities human. And if that isn't enough of a reason, support them because the food is seasoned with care. Sometimes the best meal you'll have isn't at the newest restaurant in town. It's at the little family-owned spot that quietly keeps showing up every day, making great food, without needing anyone to notice.

I was in the Carlsbad area and saw the high Yelp ratings for Sam's Kitchen so I decided to eat…read morelunch here. The restaurant was in an industrial multi-unit complex. I was actually surprised how much room was in the sit down restaurant. As I waited for my order, the El Jefe Burrito, I was given some seasoned chips and salsa. I was given a very good amount of chips and they had a very pleasant season on them. As I said prior, I ordered the El Jefe - rib eye steak, chimichurri, home style potatoes. My 1st few bites were the Homestyle potatoes and then I arrived at the stars of the show, the ribeye. I love ribeye and there wasn't plenty big it in this burrito. The chimichurri wasn't overpowering but very pleasant. This burrito was very good and when I'm up here again I will definitely try some of their other food.