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Los Agaves Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Lower East, Santa Barbara

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Ranked #6 for seafood in Santa Barbara
This place is famous for their Mexican food. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"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, 2017
Tastes just like moms cooking. Come before rush, good food at good prices tend to be difficult to find seating.
Christian ZellerOctober 10, 2013
Amazing 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, 2013
Umm...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, 2013
Great 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, 2016
The 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
Prashant PatelFebruary 13, 2014
The 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).
Venkatesh HodavdekarDecember 22, 2014
The 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.
eric bornemannAugust 16, 2020
Been here 10+ times
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.
Samantha SAugust 6, 2013
Wow! 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!
Guilherme SprintAugust 23, 2016
All orders come at the same time, so do not order an entree if you are not starving. Delicious food!
MR Radio FuturaNovember 3, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Try the Mar Y Tierra Molcajate, not always listed on the menu but worth asking for it. Enough for two people
NmApril 11, 2016
Burrito Mojado is highly recommended .. Crowded at night ..
Kimberly Cameron, Valencia, CAJuly 27, 2013
Kim Cameron, Valencia, CA - Black bean & corn salsa salsa, outstanding. I tried the Fajitas del Mar (shrimp, fish, bell pepper & onion) & it was excellent!!!
Chad WollettAugust 24, 2015
Everything 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!
Tarun AnjanSeptember 2, 2013
The Agave Enchiladas are amazing ! One of the best mexican restaurants ive ever been to !
BeeNovember 25, 2014
come with a group if possible - because the entrees are delicious and usually too big for one person to finish!
BradJanuary 14, 2015
Los agaves enchiladas are outstanding! The whole presentation was great. Food & ingredient quality is very high.
BrookeMarch 29, 2017
Amazing Mexican- authentic, fresh, delicious! Go, you won't regret it. Huge portions.
Oc GonzalezOctober 18, 2014
The breakfast quesadilla is awesome. Grab a cup of coffee. FYI, it does have cinnamon (which is delicious).
Beth FisherJanuary 1, 2014
The Chiles Norteños are spectacular. Fat pieces of perfectly cooked shrimp covered in melted cheese stuffed in a chile.
Tara HuntOctober 10, 2017
Mahon Mahon al cilantro omg. Gorgeous and yummy.
Mike WaldDecember 21, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I love the salads. Get one with chicken and steak, dressing on the side. Boom, make Atkins proud.
Aaron WheelerJuly 22, 2016
Beans 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.
Katie DApril 4, 2012
Been here 50+ times
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).
Amol KFebruary 18, 2014
Agave enchiladas! Even the side salad that comes with it delicious.
suneelJune 10, 2014
the ceviche is big enough for two people... and it is amazing. ask for extra chilis!
Nick LJanuary 6, 2013
Try the Homemade Beef Sopes - Everything on the menu is amazing. This one does not disappoint.
Arthur SabintsevApril 8, 2015
Steak quesadillas were great! The salsas are all out of this world!
Esti MarieOctober 9, 2015
Such delicious food!! And hearty portions.
Lee YiSeptember 11, 2013
Try the Molcajetes Sea And Earth - Fish + shrimp + cow + chicken + sauce = awesome!
Tanya VFebruary 11, 2017
One of the best Mexican cuisines places we've been to
ValerieOctober 18, 2015
Steak mojado burrito was amazing. Avoid agaves burrito, just tastes like thousand island sauce over fish...
Natalie GuerraApril 12, 2017
Everything about this place is great. Quick but extremely satisfying.
Elizabeth SilvaJanuary 3, 2014
Best enchilada red sauce. Huge portions
Chris ChenMay 4, 2017
Huge portions!! Great value and delicious
Arch Rock FishNovember 9, 2011
One of the Best Mexican Food Places in SB. This Place is Phenomenal.... Arch Rock Fish loves Los Agaves.
Matt HunterMarch 24, 2013
They just claimed my favorite Burrito Mojado in town.
Adrienne LSeptember 1, 2014
The molcajetes here are amazing!
Candace MelgozaMarch 22, 2013
Been here 5+ times
I'm addicted! The salsa is bomb and Los Agaves chicken salad is to die for!
Alex AnderJuly 20, 2016
Everything is delicious, best Mexican restaurant in CA
Don GordonDecember 5, 2014
The mole is great here and they Model a Negri on tap.
Ashley DeVanOctober 19, 2013
Order the chile enogada - it is scrumptious and not on anyone else's menu!
Cyn CruzSeptember 21, 2012
O - m - je!! Super great Mexican!! Cali always the best mexican but this place was jumping off!! Locals love it
Greg KinlanSeptember 27, 2018
Simply Devine! Can’t go wrong
Suzie BlackFebruary 5, 2011
The Agaves Enchiladas are delicious! They're packed with halibut and shrimp with a chipotle mayo sauce.
Stephanie FrancisFebruary 25, 2012
Good 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.
john lewisSeptember 22, 2012
No joke, best mex (along with Los arroyos) in SB. Atmosphere here is better. Carnitas are a+
Neil Santo TomasJanuary 6, 2017
The tacos are excellent!
Jason PriceJune 24, 2015
Supremely excellent fish tacos
GPLou .March 8, 2016
Prepare 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 .

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