The crispy chicken tacos are my new favorite thing to eat here…read more Cash only, hole-in-the-wall spot but the best Mexican food in Carp. No frills, just good food and good people. I used to order their burritos exclusively but once I tried the crispy chicken tacos, I've been eating those regularly! Super flavorful chicken mixed with cheese, topped with lettuce and tortillas crusted with more cheese! Paired with their spicy salsa and chips= perfection. Food is always out fast, fresh and hot. Perfect for a quick lunch.

The food here is good, but it is not great. Do not understand why people are raving about this in…read moreany manner. Serviss is not particularly friendly and the food is good plus

Yummmmmm found this place and tried th asada and carnitas tacos both were bomb the salsa at the…read moresalsa bar is so flavorful and they got a nice spicy kick which I love, My kid got the quesa birria tacos and I stole a bite and they were bomb too Good service - was busy so a little bit of. A wait but worth it Nice service small spot with a couple tables

This has to be some of the best Mexican food that I have had. We ordered the nachos and a carnitas…read moreburrito. It was delicious and I'm surprised that there isn't a line down the street!! That good!! Crazy good salsa bar.. I could eat here everyday! Small place but clean and a nice place to sit down and eat!!!

This is a great place for group gatherings because they have picnic tables, an area with a…read morefireplace and you can make reservations. You order and pay for your food then head to your table or tables with your friends. The beach is on the other side of the seating area so you can hear the waves! There is a sans area where toddlers can play. Its family friendly. I had the burger and calamari- the burger waa huge and bready with a thick beef patty, calamari waa tender ans delicious I would definitely come here again and think of this place for large gatherings

Padaro Beach Grill -- A Coastal Gem!…read more Located right off Santa Claus Lane, Padaro Beach Grill is truly a hidden gem! We always make a stop here for lunch when we're driving home after spending time exploring towns up the coast. We absolutely love the atmosphere. There's a sand pit for the kids to play in, picnic tables throughout the yard, and just over the fence you have a beautiful view of the ocean. I never realized until today that there's also a train track on the other side of the fence -- I definitely jumped when a train came by blowing its horn! I decided to try something new from their Specials list -- the buffalo chicken sandwich. I'm a picky eater, so I gave my order to my husband while I waited in the long bathroom line (worth mentioning because this place gets busy!). He added cheddar cheese to my sandwich, i didn't think about telling him blue cheese would be best BUT when I picked up our order, i asked for a side of blue cheese crumbles. As a cheese lover, I loved it! My husband has a dairy allergy, so he asked if the onion rings contained dairy. The person at the register took the time to check with the kitchen, and we appreciated that. Unfortunately, they are made with buttermilk, so he went with French fries instead -- which are always his weakness. He really enjoyed his mahi mahi sandwich, although the fries could have been hotter. We will definitely continue stopping here whenever we're in the area. It's also a great spot for gatherings or parties with the outdoor space and relaxed beach atmosphere. Reasonable prices! Highly recommend!

Issac was our server. His recommendations were spot on. We got the house made chips and dips. These…read morewere be of the best homemade chips I have had and the sauces were excellent for dipping. We also got the Spanish Chorizo Shrimp and grits. It was so good I needed another bowl but we were going to order desert. Great patio ambiance. I heard they also have great Happy Hour specials so I need to plan a quick return.

We were visiting the area and stopped here for lunch. The reviews did not disappoint. Definitely…read morehave the crazy Bloody Mary they offer! Phenomenal with all the fixings. Service was awesome a young lady served us. The clam chowder is one of the best I have ever had and I'm from New England originally. I had the Cobb with salmon. Freshly cooked salmon on my salad! My husband had the fish and chips. He said 8 out of 10. They make their own sauce for this which was very good. A lovely deck for outside seating and best of all pet friendly for our mini schnauzer.

I've been customer since early '90s & late 2000's & everything was delicious. I can't vouch for…read morecurrent food because I've been unable to revisit for at least a decade. It's on my bucket list.

Mexican food in Carpinteria has changed a lot in the last ten years. Lots of places I no longer…read morewant to go to. Fiesta Market and deli has only gotten better. I have eaten here a few times in the last couple months and it has been consistently good. Very tasty and very nice people. Being in the age of many drinks also they have a wide selection. It's a nice little market with some outside seating. Definitely recommend coming here for food and drinks.

The photos don't do this place justice! Super clean & cute little patio to sit. Got the chicken…read moreburrito and hubby got California burrito with cookies & cream shake. All of it delicious & fresh, not greasy AT ALL. Burritos are massive. Friendly service & ready quick. Perfect stop up the 101!

Honestly the market place is pretty nice, but the food is not impressive. the service is nice,…read morealthough the boba isnt.

I don't understand the bad reviews! It's delicious! Got a breakfast burrito ! I can't wait to come…read moreback . Come with chips and salsa. Kind workers and fast service! Thank you !

El Taco Grande is a smallish, unpretentious Mexican eatery with good food. It's located in a…read morenondescript suburban shopping center in Carpenteria, CA. I ordered a carne asada crispy taco plate with beans and rice to go. The beef was chopped up pretty well so it was similar to a shred. The meat was moist, flavorful, and having crisp edges. Mmm. Seasoned well. The shell was nicely fried without the dripping mess. All around yummy taco. No complaints on the beans and rice. Plus pricing was fair.

Food: Burrito Traditional EXCELLENT. A little $$ but I think worthwhile…read more Service: good but, we were two of four people in restaurant. It was early. Ambiance: okay not bad.

I went for lunch, and was happy to see they have a great deal for weekday lunch time. At this…read morerestaurant, you seat yourself. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. We chose to eat outside. I ordered the bean tostada, which came with rice and beans. It was a large portion, so I ate half and brought the other half home. Tables are also given complimentary chips and salsa. The staff was friendly and attentive. This was a great spot to have lunch at!

Went on a drive up the coast and along the main drag to the beach in Carpinteria we found Oaxaca…read moreFresh. Authentic Oaxacan food... Yes please :) So how could we not order from the House Specialty Plates menu! We ordered Enmoladas de Pollo (chicken enchiladas in homemade mole sauce) and Pork Chile Verde. I had the mole and OMG was it good, so rich and flavorful :) :) :) The chile verde was also 5-Stars good. Both plates came with some very good beans & rice and for beverages I had a Pacifico and the driver an excellent Horchata. And the pre meal chips & salsa were hot, fresh & super tasty. The restaurant was very clean and the staff was friendly. Our meal came out quickly and the waitress checked on us frequently. The dining room is in two large sections and there are also streetside tables out front. The area has plenty of street parking as well as a large free city parking lot just a block away.

NOT CLOSED! Food was Amazing. Super fresh and authentic Mexican food. My son said 10/10 mom! Not…read moresure why Yelp has this closed but it is for sure open everyday 8am-9pm. Don't miss this stop when you come to Carp

I was in town with a relative and we decided to stop in for a drink. Friendly staff , good beer and…read morelive music! It wasn't too busy on a Friday night which was unusual to see. I have been here before and I would come back when in town! Plus .... Free WIFI !

Excellent brewery spot with great beer & relaxed service!…read more Located against the railroad track on the back side of the building, it's a bit difficult to find, but just drive all the way in to the large alley, I guess Maple Ave. Nice wide open set up, perfect for a cold beer on a warm day. Wife went for the Crimson Horizon, and she enjoued it. I got a sip and it was smoother butterier than the Firestone cali squeeze? I tried the Avocado Honey Ale since can't go wrong with description of amber honey ale! Was told it was a version of their kolsch with local honey. Wow, it was smooth with a bit of sweet finish, so addictive!!! Still had hours to drive so couldn't just have as many as I wanted, but I checked online and seemed Albertsons sold it so figured I can just pick them up back at home. But the gentleman resting at the bar told me he delivers their beer but only up to the hills. I guess maybe available in stores up to Camarillo, but not over that hill/mountain. I had to have more of it, and they had 6 packs in the cooler for purchase so went for a pack. The green cans are such delightful vessels to hold the even more delightful liquid inside. Wife even cut out the top and using the cute cans as planters, lol! The cans poured out at home was excellent as well, very fresh and refreshing and could get tiny hints of avocado on sips. Just a great beer! After browsing the brewery, it seems avocado honey ale is their signature beer, so I got lucky to choose that from the menu, lol. While enjoying the beer, the amtrak train blew it's horn to leave from the Carpinteria station, so we rushed out to wave and enjoy seeing that go by right in front as well. I am sure the locals were shaking their heads at our excitement of seeing the train go by, one gentleman when leaving even complimented my kid's dance moves from when we were out there to greet and send off the train, lol! Awesome local spot and great folks, just a very relaxing spot to enjoy the delicious avo honey ale! Just hidden so maybe not many visitors to Carpinteria find it, but I picked it out from search for brewery and chose this over the other one on the main streets. What a find for an out of towner! Hope they can expand out or grow their delivery area, maybe get it sent to total wine which must have a distribution center. Otherwise, this is a must stop for any SB trips for sure!