Top rated Mexican restaurants in Santa Barbara

Experience the best that Santa Barbara has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 50 places from Mexican restaurant category.

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Rascal's
Vegan restaurant
👍👍 Simply amazing! Perfect birthday dinner. Pro (?) tip: get two dishes and share half and half with a friend. We got the cauliflower taco and sopes, and split. All vegan. We cleaned our plates! The horchata and Jamaica were delicious too; perfect for our sweet tooth. Very fun environment and the staff...
$ $$$
4.80 (138 reviews)
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Mony's Mexican Food
Mexican restaurant
This chill Mexican choice offers traditional fare & a big selection of salsa flavors in casual digs.
$ $$$
4.70 (981 reviews)
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Maiz Picante Taqueria
Taco restaurant
👍 I am giving this place four stars, tacos had a good taste. The Birria taco was very good if not better than Yona Redz. The pastor taco was OK. Could’ve been a little better. The salsas have great taste and even better with the tacos. The only negative I had was the tacos are pretty pricey vs other t...
$ $$$
4.70 (168 reviews)
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Corazón Comedor
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 Sister restaurant of Corazon Cocina. They accommodated my corn & wheat allergy and recommended 4 Guisos De La Casa which is essentially 4 taco fillings with a side of tortillas and substituted green lettuce. My boyfriend got the fried quesadilla (de la “esquira”). Our server Brandon was so hospitabl...
$$ $$
4.70 (154 reviews)
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Little Heart Cafecito
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 First time trying this place. Will definitely be back. Might be my new favorite breakfast spot. We ordered the chilaquiles and the Los Alamos Breakfast Burrito. Both were delicious but the burrito was my favorite. All the ingredients were super fresh and flavorful and the eggs were cooked perfectly...
$ $$$
4.70 (48 reviews)
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Los Agaves Restaurant
Mexican restaurant
Casual restaurant for enchiladas, chile rellenos & other premium Mexican fare in a roomy space.
$$ $$
4.60 (2.4K reviews)
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La Super-Rica Taqueria
Mexican restaurant
Celebrated Mexican spot for fish tacos, tamales & more served up in modest digs with patio seating.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.8K reviews)
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Lilly's Taqueria
Mexican restaurant
Counter-serve Mexican eatery serving tacos with gourmet ingredients such as beef cheek & tripe.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.7K reviews)
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Santo Mezcal
Mexican restaurant
Hip, lively Mexican spot offering a seafood-centric menu with a modern twist & a large tequila list.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.3K reviews)
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Corazon Cocina
Mexican restaurant
Mexican counter serving tacos, quesadillas, ceviches & more in the Santa Barbara Public Market.
$ $$$
4.60 (487 reviews)
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Tacos Pipeye
Taco restaurant
👍👍 Good food, good size burritos. Lamb burrito is new for me, never had them anywhere else. Clean dining area. The condiments were also good.
$ $$$
4.60 (368 reviews)
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Azul Cocina Artesanal & Cantina
Mexican restaurant
4.60 (40 reviews)
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Los Agaves
Mexican restaurant
Casual restaurant for enchiladas, chile rellenos & other premium Mexican fare in a roomy space.
$$ $$
4.50 (1.5K reviews)
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Super Cucas
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 Super Cucas has amazing vegan options… obviously beans, rice, and guacamole, but then also they have plant-based meats like soyrizo, soya chicken, and soya beef. It’s all perfectly done classic California style Mexican food. Good vibes at the downtown location too, it’s nice to sit outside. And they...
$ $$$
4.50 (1K reviews)
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Flor De Maiz
Mexican restaurant
Classic Mexican dishes in a laid-back restaurant offering cocktails & alfresco dining.
$$ $$
4.50 (901 reviews)
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Lito's Mexican Restaurant
Mexican restaurant
Mexican take-out mainstay for enchiladas, tacos, breakfast burritos & more with limited seating.
$ $$$
4.50 (559 reviews)
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La Playa Azul Cafe
Mexican restaurant
Mexican seafood entrees & potent margaritas served in a crisp space with white walls & palm fronds.
$$ $$
4.50 (465 reviews)
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Rudy’s Mexican Restaurant Presidio
Mexican restaurant
Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.
$$ $$
4.50 (272 reviews)
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Carlitos Café y Cantina
Mexican restaurant
Classic Mexican eats & margaritas served indoors or on the patio with colorful umbrellas & fountain.
$$ $$
4.40 (1K reviews)
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Los Arroyos Downtown Mexican Restaurant
Mexican restaurant
Local chainlet serving Mexican comfort food & margaritas amid south-of-the-border decor.
$$ $$
4.40 (613 reviews)
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