Lupita&#x27;s Restaurant

Happy Friday! Working in Oxnard and needing a Lent friendly establishment I found myself at Sabor…read more What caught my eye immediately were the bright colors, artwork and decor. Not soon after, I was greeted with a warm smile. I decided to try each a fish and shrimp taco. Both were delicious but the shrimp may have been my favorite. And now I see they also have more premium fish options?? I need to come back. Nice service, tasty food and unique ambience. My type of place!

One of the best Mexican food restaurants in town. Their breakfasts are to die for: chilaquiles,…read morehuevos rancheros, breakfast burritos are all outstanding. Their pork tamales are some of the best I've ever had. Service was A++, with friendly attitudes and prompt preparation. If you like authentic, tasty, well-prepared Mexican food, Sabor is your #1 stop in Oxnard.

Fish tacos.

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They also cater :)

Taqueria Cuernavaca

3.9(555 reviews)

3.5 mi

I had a bit of a longer lunch break a few weeks back so I decided to try this place because it was…read moreclose to my next client. I ordered a chile verde burrito and an agua Fresca. The burrito was good. The pork was tender and the chile verde had a good flavor. I wish the ratio of the pork to fillings was a bit more. The pork was cubed and I felt like I would reach a piece of meat every 3 bites. The salsa bar had several choices ranging from mild to hot. I got a red chile and a green salsa. I really like the red one which was a medium heat. The agua fresca was delicious and refreshing. There were a lot of locals eating here for lunch and you could tell by people saying hello to the staff or others to indict they were acquaintances.

we ordered the "Alambre con Queso" , unfortunately, we received a very poor rendition of this…read moreclassic dish: very little cheese, not even fully melted, onions that were almost raw, not caramelized, and a stack of tortillas that got cold in few minutes because not even an aluminum foil was provided to keep them warm. I guess no more taqueria Cuernavaca in the future....

CHICKEN MOLE ENCHILADAS

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Milanesa plate

Carnitas El Rey

4.7(547 reviews)

1.9 mi

I don't typically eat pork but once in awhile I'll break from that and have carnitas. We were…read moretraveling back from Santa Barbara and stopped in to get a quick dinner. This place is incredible!!! Homemade tortillas, the best carnitas I've ever had, super spicy salsa, and really kind staff. $5 for a taco that is big enough to be an entire meal. Can't say enough good things about them, support this restaurant if you're ever in the area.

When your name is Carnitas and thats all you do, you better be good if not great at it. These guys…read moreare exactly that Food 5 stars Service 4 stars Ambiance 3 stars. Overall rating 4 stars. Go and eat. Careful, its alot. Cheers!

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Yolanda's Mexican Cafe

3.5(778 reviews)

3.6 mi

I ordered the California Plate with carne asada this time and was really impressed with the variety…read moreof vegetables that came with it. The carne asada was smoky, well-seasoned, and flavorful, making this a really well-rounded plate with a healthy amount of perfect sautéed vegetables and avocado. The dish came out quickly within about 10 minutes. This meal could easily split into two, and I'd definitely get this plate again!

Mediocre at best…read more The good: portions were HUGE. The kids loved the salsa and bean dips that came with the complimentary chips. The view from the patio is so pretty at sunset. The mid: pretty much everything we ordered. Tamales, enchiladas, carne asada, tacos, etc. The salsa bar is cool. The only one who really liked his food a lot was our kid that weirdly ordered a corn dog. The bad: My water cup had a huge crack down the side that flooded the table before any of us noticed. I probably wouldn't come back here unless I wanted just a massive amount of very forgettable food.

Love the decor! 6/14/23

Mexican Caesar minus the olives and mixed in the tortillas strips on the next pic

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Veggie tostada

Cabo Seafood Grill & Cantina

3.9(528 reviews)

1.5 mi

I was very pleasantly surprised eating here!! My boyfriend took me to this local spot and while it…read morelooked rather kitschy, it actually became just more part of the charm! Loved the ambiance of live music and tons of colorful decor when we stepped in. We had great service & I loved that they had someone pressing & cooking fresh tortillas -- which we got with our guacamole & food and were SO delicious. Honestly I could've made a meal with those and the guacamole & salsa alone. Really enjoyed everything here, and I definitely will be back!

This place was a tasty stop on my way to Santa Barbara. The portion sizes were great, and the food…read morewas delicious. I also got a Mango margarita with mezcal for drinks (a single) and it was the perfect midday drink. FOOD (tasty as a whole) Here's a list of what I got. Mojo de ajo Aguachile Camarones Al mojo de ajo Tacos pescado Oistones preparados The Homemade tortillas were a bonus. We ordered some to go for later. The drinks got the job done and the food was tasty. I'd recommend stopping by and getting some good food.

Organic margarita 2/5

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Loving the vibe here! Look up. 5/6/23

Los Arcos Mexican Restaurant

4.5(504 reviews)

2.6 mi

Great service! This is a wonderful family-owned business with such a welcoming atmosphere. Everyone…read moreis always friendly and attentive, making you feel right at home. The service is always fast and efficient, and the authentic Mexican food is absolutely delicious and fresh! You can truly tell they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. If there's one thing you have to try, it's the aguachiles and the fried fish tacos, they are absolutely delicious! Definitely recommend supporting this amazing local family-owned restaurant! ¡Excelente servicio! Es un maravilloso negocio familiar con un ambiente muy acogedor. Todos son siempre muy amables y atentos, haciéndote sentir como en casa. El servicio siempre es rápido y eficiente, y la auténtica comida mexicana está deliciosa y fresca. Realmente se nota que se preocupan por sus clientes y se sienten orgullosos de lo que hacen. Si hay algo que tienen que probar, definitivamente son los aguachiles y los tacos de pescado frito¡ están deliciosos! ¡Definitivamente recomiendo apoyar a este increíble restaurante familiar local!

The food is really good. Comes out piping hot and very flavorful. But the restaurant is too hot…read moreespecially when eating hot food. They need to turn on the A/C at least during the summer. We came once. The particular waitress we had was terrible but i think it was just her. We got the steak and shrimp fajitas and the chile relleno/chicken enchilada in green sauce plate. I would come back in the cooler months. It was crowded by the time we left at 1:00 pm on a sunday.

Fish Tacos Combo

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Chicken Burrito Supreme

Birria Mi Rancho

4.8(136 reviews)

1.7 mi

I can't stop thinking about how good this place is and I wish they would open one closer to me in…read moreWestlake Village. It is the best birria I have ever had. I don't even eat that much meat, and this was so worth it!! And get the homemade tortillas with it!! They have a small menu, but what they have is just incredible. Amazing flavor, and not too salty. Tasted so fresh. The customer service was so nice. They let me try their delicious homemade drinks such as tamarind and horchata.. also the best I have ever had. Good prices too. We parked around the corner and was pretty easy to find. I recommend buying extra food to take home because you will be dreaming of it when you leave.

It was my first time trying this spot out but it won't be my last visit. Yes, parking was a little…read morechallenging but worth it. Place isn't too big inside and it was packed when we went on a Saturday afternoon. I was for sure going to get the nachos and tacos but wanted more. Jesus was kind enough to recommend the grilled cheese and burrito. Both were great recs and delish! I mean I thought about the grilled cheese and burrito days after. The horchata was creamy and you could tell it was made in house. This place is delish, no notes.

Dining area

Quesadilla To go - fixing came standard too!

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Exterior outside

El Taco De Mexico

3.8(270 reviews)

1.8 mi

Their reviews seem to really span the stars. I think it really depends on who the cook and staff…read moreare at any given time. I went there for lunch on a weekday, and I was pretty pleased with the service and food. The woman at the counter did speak English so that's always feels more comfortable, especially if you have any special requests. They have an open kitchen where they assemble orders, and the cook was rather friendly. I ordered a roasted pork burrito (I can't remember the name, but it's not carnitas). The meat was tender and tasted like it was slow cooked. The tortilla is not anything special, but all the fillings (rice, beans) were good. There is larger rice than beans ratio, but they give plenty of meat protein. I have been here several times in the past. I remember totally ratchet seating areas, where there were large holes in the floor. There seems to be some updates and the seating area is cleaned up (but I've only done takeout). They now also accept credit cards. For a low cost burrito, this is satisfying. Most burritos are ~ 10.

I tried 3 products from here last night! I enjoyed 2/3! The…read morechicken taco was very flavorful and the green salsa was delicious! I loved the carne asada burrito but could have had just a touch less salt! I didn't love the crunchy shredded beef taco! It was extremely dry and the shell was baked not fried which made it have a weird texture!

Al pastor taco plate

Trashy trash

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Missing chair.

Taqueria El Tapatio No 2

3.9(232 reviews)

2.6 mi

I am from out of town and wanted authentic Mexican food and I got it here!!!!…read moreThey have a nice salsa bar with fresh chips and containers to put them in as you wait, have to go or dine in. I have never seen sliced potatoes in the carrots and they had it and it is my new favorite. I had ordered the cheese enchilada combo. So flavorful and it is served with some lettuce and tomato just like my Mom would do. Plus they added sour cream. The atmosphere is fun, the music perfect and the employees very sweet

First time here , and it didn't disappoint. staff was so nice and welcoming. didn't know it was…read morecash only i scrambled for my bills since i usually pay with card ( the nice lady let me pass and i was almost two dollars short ! best tacos :)! great salsa !

A perfect weekend Summer meal

Nachos

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Restaurant entrance

Kalaveras

3.9(370 reviews)

3.5 mi

We will be back! Did not even know this place existed…read more perhaps a little more marketing. Good location in my opinion. For the locals; it's took over Red Lobster restaurant. Food: very tasty. We went on taco Tuesday, $1.99/ea and It's a buffet! Many choice of protein, toppings and salsas. Service: very nice people Ambiance: just fine. Bar: tasty margaritas at $10/each They also offer Mexican Sunday brunch BUFFET! Not many in our area. We have to try that next time. Thanks.

Our group of friends recently dined here, and unfortunately, our experience was disappointing…read more First, we were surprised to find that we were charged for the chips and salsa without being told there was a charge. It was only a dollar on each (5 ) of our bills but they should have told us. Many Mexican restaurants provide them as a complimentary appetizer, so it would have been nice if the server had let us know beforehand. The biggest issue, however, was the service. One person in our party never received his meal. We had to ask about it, and we were simply told, "It's coming," with no explanation or apology. We ended up waiting so we could all eat together, so my soup was cold and I ended up not eating it and had to take it home. When the bill came, I asked what had happened. I was hoping the server would apologize or at least explain the delay. Instead, she didn't really answer my question. Only after I commented that they must have forgotten it, server said his meal had burned and the kitchen had to remake it. It would have been much better if she had communicated that to us from the beginning instead of leaving us wondering what was going on. Throughout the meal, the server rarely checked on our table to see if we needed anything or if everything was okay. Given the long delay and lack of communication, I also think it would have been a nice gesture to either comp the delayed meal or at least remove the charge for the chips and salsa. And normally we would tip less but she added the tip to the bill Unfortunately, what should have been an enjoyable dinner with friends turned into a frustrating experience because of the lack of communication and customer service.

Drinks

Enchiladas

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Guava Margarita

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Jayden B.

5 years ago

This place is a have to go I always get an asada burrito with everything on it and red sauce it is absolutely mind blowing the flavor will having you in an unspeakable state of joy I I always hang out with a friend every time I go. I hope you find this review helpful. Thank you. read more

Carl A.

5 years ago

Whenever I get done from school, this is my go-to place. Prices are great considering the amazing food. Workers are kind and polite, and strike up wholesome conversations. They treat their customers with respect and nonetheless bring out really great food. read more

Sammy Jo T.

3 years ago

Amazing! Not only was it tasty, it was very filling and definitely get your money's worth. The people are also lovely and give great customer service! read more

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