Los Agaves Restaurant
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Lower East, Santa Barbara
The Mexican food at Los Agaves Restaurant is a can't miss
"The molcajetes here are amazing!"(6 Tips)
"The Agaves Enchiladas are delicious!"(4 Tips)
"Agaves Burrito."(3 Tips)
"... mexican food in SB. (Los Arroyos doesn't even come close, though they are..."(3 Tips)
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Leonardo TrilloAugust 24, 2017Tastes just like moms cooking. Come before rush, good food at good prices tend to be difficult to find seating.
Christian ZellerOctober 10, 2013Amazing food, good prices and super-friendly staff. Can't say if it's the best Mexican restaurant in SB, but it's the best I've ever had. Try the Agave burrito!
SallyMay 2, 2013Umm...so good!! The ceviche tostada is FABULOUS (can be shared by 2 people) and the the Los Agaves Enchiladas are honestly amazing (had them with salad only instead of also with rice on the side)!!!
Terry DickensMay 12, 2013Great Mexican food. The best Nachos I have eaten anywhere. There was a line out the door. No wonder. Prices are fair (not cheap) and food quality is excellent. I'll be back when we return to SB.- Wendi AyerApril 22, 2016The halibut & shrimp tacos were excellent. It comes with a lovely salad & yummy rice. My husband & son had the mole chicken enchiladas. They enjoyed them but my husband thought there was 2 much cheese
Venkatesh HodavdekarDecember 22, 2014The Baja tacos are great. This place gets very crowded so try and go there during off peak hours. The food is definitely worth the wait.
Prashant PatelFebruary 13, 2014The Molcajete is no joke! Comes to the table bubbling like lava in a lava rock bowl. Get the Sea & Earth version for a taste of everything (fish, shrimp, chicken, chorizo, steak).
Having to wait in the line sucks, but the food is awesome. The mole is good but the avocado salsa is killer. Order take out and skip the line.
Guilherme SprintAugust 23, 2016All orders come at the same time, so do not order an entree if you are not starving. Delicious food!
Try the Mar Y Tierra Molcajate, not always listed on the menu but worth asking for it. Enough for two people
Kimberly Cameron, Valencia, CAJuly 27, 2013Kim Cameron, Valencia, CA - Black bean & corn salsa salsa, outstanding. I tried the Fajitas del Mar (shrimp, fish, bell pepper & onion) & it was excellent!!!
Samantha SAugust 6, 2013Wow! This place is the best Mexican food I've had in a really long time! Fairly priced. Super busy, might be hard to get a table!
Tarun AnjanSeptember 2, 2013The Agave Enchiladas are amazing ! One of the best mexican restaurants ive ever been to !
- BeeNovember 25, 2014come with a group if possible - because the entrees are delicious and usually too big for one person to finish!
Aaron WheelerJuly 22, 2016Beans aren't vegetarian! Which is fine, but I wish it said it on their menu. We confirmed with the staff - they use meat-based seasonings.
- Oc GonzalezOctober 18, 2014The breakfast quesadilla is awesome. Grab a cup of coffee. FYI, it does have cinnamon (which is delicious).
BradJanuary 14, 2015Los agaves enchiladas are outstanding! The whole presentation was great. Food & ingredient quality is very high.
Beth FisherJanuary 1, 2014The Chiles Norteños are spectacular. Fat pieces of perfectly cooked shrimp covered in melted cheese stuffed in a chile.- No one has anything on this place. Hands down the best mexican food in SB. (Los Arroyos doesn't even come close, though they are voted as the best).
- Chad WollettAugust 24, 2015Everything is fantastic here. Even the side of rice is premium - not the filler it often can be. Only regret is I couldn't eat more!
- BrookeMarch 29, 2017Amazing Mexican- authentic, fresh, delicious! Go, you won't regret it. Huge portions.
suneelJune 10, 2014the ceviche is big enough for two people... and it is amazing. ask for extra chilis!
Nick LJanuary 6, 2013Try the Homemade Beef Sopes - Everything on the menu is amazing. This one does not disappoint.
ValerieOctober 18, 2015Steak mojado burrito was amazing. Avoid agaves burrito, just tastes like thousand island sauce over fish...
I love the salads. Get one with chicken and steak, dressing on the side. Boom, make Atkins proud.
Ashley DeVanOctober 19, 2013Order the chile enogada - it is scrumptious and not on anyone else's menu!
Lee YiSeptember 11, 2013Try the Molcajetes Sea And Earth - Fish + shrimp + cow + chicken + sauce = awesome!
I'm addicted! The salsa is bomb and Los Agaves chicken salad is to die for!
Stephanie FrancisFebruary 25, 2012Good food, but when its crazy busy prepare to be waiting forever for a table. People will try their best to get seated before you even though you were before them.
GPLou .March 8, 2016Prepare to stand in line to order. Stood over 20 mins! Then, over 20 mins to get food to table. Returning? Unsure. Prefer to SIT & order. Generous portion. Average tasting meal/Mole Enchilada combo .
john lewisSeptember 22, 2012No joke, best mex (along with Los arroyos) in SB. Atmosphere here is better. Carnitas are a+- Suzie BlackFebruary 5, 2011The Agaves Enchiladas are delicious! They're packed with halibut and shrimp with a chipotle mayo sauce.
Cyn CruzSeptember 21, 2012O - m - je!! Super great Mexican!! Cali always the best mexican but this place was jumping off!! Locals love it
Alan StebbensJune 22, 2010A great restaurant for great Mexican food, with excellent salsas, surrounded by pleasing murals of the agaves farms.
Shawn ChengApril 7, 2012Reservations aren't real here. Just come, eat and be in constant contact with the hostess.
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- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(805) 564-2626
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Parking
Street, Private Lot
Restroom
Yes
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Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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