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"When you have a little more time, and want something a little nicer, stop by Los Agaves for Mexican food in a more classy restaurant setting. Casual but elegant, and free chips and salsa! Upon entering the restaurant, you head to the counter to place your order then seat yourself in one of their dining room areas. You will definitely want to get here before the dinner rush, this place can get packed! Highly recommend the Agaves Enchiladas, made with fresh halibut and shrimp, red pepper and onions, topped with chipotle sauce, and served with rice and salad on the side." - Amanda Proudfit

On the Grid : Los Agaves

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"Serving generous portions of hearty south-of-the-border favorites by way of California, along with a relaxed, family-friendly vibe, this place deserves every bit of praise lavished upon it. The staff may bring chips immediately to your table, but salsa and drinks are both self-service. Remember to order at the counter and collect a number before taking a seat. Start with the likes of lime-marinated halibut ceviche tostada with cilantro and avocado. Then pick from a variety of sizeable burritos or go for the satisfyingly cheesy and crispy costra taco al pastor, with pineapple, marinated pork, and chipotle—enlivened with pickled onions.There may be four locations, but this one is the original. The room can get crowded, so takeaway is a popular option." - Michelin Inspector

Los Agaves

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"Los Agaves, Santa Barbara by Amanda Proudfit. When you have a little more time, and want something a little nicer, stop by Los Agaves for Mexican food in a more classy restaurant setting. Casual but elegant, and free chips and salsa! Upon entering the restaurant, you head to the counter to place your order then seat yourself in one of their dining room areas. You will definitely want to get here before the dinner rush, this place can get packed! Highly recommend the Agaves Enchiladas, made with fresh halibut and shrimp, red pepper and onions, topped with chipotle sauce, and served with rice and salad on the side."

Santa Barbara, California, USA

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"On paper, owning a Mexican restaurant one block south of La Super-Rica might be a tough gig. But not if you’re Los Agaves. This casual spot has become one of the most popular places for traditional Mexican food in town. While other Mexican spots in town are famous for their tacos, Los Agaves is giving you all the enchiladas, chile rellenos, and queso fundido you can handle." - Brant Cox

Los Agaves on Milpas Review - Santa Barbara - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

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L T

Google

tldr: Waitress insinuates that we would get free dessert for our wedding, but charges us afterwards anyways... I came here for to celebrate my wedding in Santa Barbara for lunch. I brought a group of 8 people to lunch and all of the food was quite good, some items people said were a bit dry (mainly the shrimp tacos), but overall well presented and great flavor! The prices are also pretty average, nothing over the top for the area. The BIG issue I had was with the service during our celebration. They asked us what we were celebrating after serving our food and checking on us. We told them that my wife and I got married earlier and she congratulated us and was very excited I was in my suit and she was in her wedding dress. After congratulating us, she asked (looking at my wife and I), "Would you guys like some flan or churros to celebrate this wonderful occasion?" I was kinda shocked and thought it was super nice of her to offer that and so I asked my wife and she said "Oh maybe could we have the flan?" And the waitress said "Certainly! I can also add in the churros too or another dish" (hinting at one for each of us) and so I said, "Oh sure, I'll have the churros then in that case, thank you so much, we really appreciate that!" Here I thought she was giving us some dessert on the house as a celebration but as soon as she was leaving she looked at me and quietly side "Ok, you can meet me at the register after you're done" and then quickly left the table. I barely even heard her say it and was really confused, wondering what she meant and if I even heard her right. The churros and flan come out on one beautiful presentation of a plate, and my wife and I shared with the table in delight. It was amazing! I told my friend at the table about what the waitress said and my friend told me she will go over to the register after and if they make her pay, she will but also to just see what they wanted. Sure enough, they made her pay for both desserts afterwards which was really upsetting for such a huge day, especially because my wife and I had thought it would be on the house based on the way the waitress worded everything.

Natalia M

Google

I did not have big expectations for this place from the very beginning because it looked pretty simple and noisy but it was a pleasant surprise. Cocktails (margarita) are very delicious with a good amount of alcohol. The food is tasty and the rice does not have a specific taste like in most Mexican places. Paid around 65$ for 2 dishes and two drinks and enjoyed it. Feels like good quality food.

Alicia Goungo

Google

This restaurant was outstanding ❤️❤️❤️❤️ My family and I couldn’t believe the quality of the food was so tasty and flavorful. Huge variety of food. The atmosphere was absolutely beautiful inside, And the service was excellent. We can’t wait to go again soon. We Loved this place❤️

Tara Passini

Google

This gem has the best chile rellanos and churros I've ever had! Everything was incredibly fresh, and a perfect example of good Baja style cooking. The fried squash blossoms are definitely worth a try, too. Don't sleep on this place!

algothal

Google

It is the second time visiting Los Agaves after six years and it is still the best Mexican restaurant I have ever dined in. They really blew our minds again! You just need to order and pay at the counter before getting a table. You can help yourself to a variety of different salsa dips for your nachos. The fish taco was fresh and filled with mango pieces - great composition! The ceviche was real raw fish with chili, guacamole and lemons/limes - very authentic and very tasty. But my highlights were the Magarita and the Molcajete (my favorite: sea and earth). I have seldom tasted such a savoury, rich and full umami flavour. I really need this recipe as it will drive me crazy to wait another 6 years to come back here. The service seemed to have fun while working - even when it was getting very busy. It is typically very loud in the restaurant but this is a thing which comes with an authentic Mexican cultural experience.

Laci Waters

Google

I can’t say enough good things about our meal here. The quesabirria was INCREDIBLE. One of the most delicious things I’ve eaten all year. My boyfriend got the agaves enchiladas which were also insanely delicious, they are shrimp and fish enchiladas with this mango chipotle sauce on top. It was truly a 10/10. Even their guacamole was amazing. Do not pass on this place

Thomasina Acosta

Google

Very authentic and delicious food server Antonio was very attentive and very helpful and manager Henry was great we had an allergy issue and he resolved it right away and made sure we were okay deff love the staff vibe and tradition food made exactly like at home full of flavor and very authentic viva Mexico

Priyanka Chavan

Google

This was highlight of our trip. Great food! Location- It’s not near the beach, it’s on milpas restaurant row. Food- I got fish and shrimp enchiladas, they came with Mexican rice and side salad. It was so good! Fish was fresh, even the salad was so good. Salsas were thick and flavorful, fresh. They have salsa counter and give you bucket of chips complementary. Service- you order at the counter and take any table. Good service. We thoroughly enjoyed our food and already discussed coming back when we visit next time!

L T

Google

tldr: Waitress insinuates that we would get free dessert for our wedding, but charges us afterwards anyways... I came here for to celebrate my wedding in Santa Barbara for lunch. I brought a group of 8 people to lunch and all of the food was quite good, some items people said were a bit dry (mainly the shrimp tacos), but overall well presented and great flavor! The prices are also pretty average, nothing over the top for the area. The BIG issue I had was with the service during our celebration. They asked us what we were celebrating after serving our food and checking on us. We told them that my wife and I got married earlier and she congratulated us and was very excited I was in my suit and she was in her wedding dress. After congratulating us, she asked (looking at my wife and I), "Would you guys like some flan or churros to celebrate this wonderful occasion?" I was kinda shocked and thought it was super nice of her to offer that and so I asked my wife and she said "Oh maybe could we have the flan?" And the waitress said "Certainly! I can also add in the churros too or another dish" (hinting at one for each of us) and so I said, "Oh sure, I'll have the churros then in that case, thank you so much, we really appreciate that!" Here I thought she was giving us some dessert on the house as a celebration but as soon as she was leaving she looked at me and quietly side "Ok, you can meet me at the register after you're done" and then quickly left the table. I barely even heard her say it and was really confused, wondering what she meant and if I even heard her right. The churros and flan come out on one beautiful presentation of a plate, and my wife and I shared with the table in delight. It was amazing! I told my friend at the table about what the waitress said and my friend told me she will go over to the register after and if they make her pay, she will but also to just see what they wanted. Sure enough, they made her pay for both desserts afterwards which was really upsetting for such a huge day, especially because my wife and I had thought it would be on the house based on the way the waitress worded everything.

Natalia M

Google

I did not have big expectations for this place from the very beginning because it looked pretty simple and noisy but it was a pleasant surprise. Cocktails (margarita) are very delicious with a good amount of alcohol. The food is tasty and the rice does not have a specific taste like in most Mexican places. Paid around 65$ for 2 dishes and two drinks and enjoyed it. Feels like good quality food.

Alicia Goungo

Google

This restaurant was outstanding ❤️❤️❤️❤️ My family and I couldn’t believe the quality of the food was so tasty and flavorful. Huge variety of food. The atmosphere was absolutely beautiful inside, And the service was excellent. We can’t wait to go again soon. We Loved this place❤️

Tara Passini

Google

This gem has the best chile rellanos and churros I've ever had! Everything was incredibly fresh, and a perfect example of good Baja style cooking. The fried squash blossoms are definitely worth a try, too. Don't sleep on this place!

algothal

Google

It is the second time visiting Los Agaves after six years and it is still the best Mexican restaurant I have ever dined in. They really blew our minds again! You just need to order and pay at the counter before getting a table. You can help yourself to a variety of different salsa dips for your nachos. The fish taco was fresh and filled with mango pieces - great composition! The ceviche was real raw fish with chili, guacamole and lemons/limes - very authentic and very tasty. But my highlights were the Magarita and the Molcajete (my favorite: sea and earth). I have seldom tasted such a savoury, rich and full umami flavour. I really need this recipe as it will drive me crazy to wait another 6 years to come back here. The service seemed to have fun while working - even when it was getting very busy. It is typically very loud in the restaurant but this is a thing which comes with an authentic Mexican cultural experience.

Laci Waters

Google

I can’t say enough good things about our meal here. The quesabirria was INCREDIBLE. One of the most delicious things I’ve eaten all year. My boyfriend got the agaves enchiladas which were also insanely delicious, they are shrimp and fish enchiladas with this mango chipotle sauce on top. It was truly a 10/10. Even their guacamole was amazing. Do not pass on this place

Thomasina Acosta

Google

Very authentic and delicious food server Antonio was very attentive and very helpful and manager Henry was great we had an allergy issue and he resolved it right away and made sure we were okay deff love the staff vibe and tradition food made exactly like at home full of flavor and very authentic viva Mexico

Priyanka Chavan

Google

This was highlight of our trip. Great food! Location- It’s not near the beach, it’s on milpas restaurant row. Food- I got fish and shrimp enchiladas, they came with Mexican rice and side salad. It was so good! Fish was fresh, even the salad was so good. Salsas were thick and flavorful, fresh. They have salsa counter and give you bucket of chips complementary. Service- you order at the counter and take any table. Good service. We thoroughly enjoyed our food and already discussed coming back when we visit next time!

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