Welcome to Lilly's Tacos
At Lilly's Tacos, we take pride in serving authentic Mexican cuisine steeped in tradition and flavor. Located in Santa Barbara, our taco shop is a beloved destination, renowned for its variety of meat options, including unique offerings like cabeza and lengua. We focus on quality, delivering consistent and delicious tacos that evoke fond memories for our customers. With a casual ambiance, friendly service, and a self-serve salsa bar featuring homemade options, Lilly's is perfect for taco enthusiasts of all ages. Affordability meets quality here, making each visit a satisfying culinary experience. Join us for a taste of something special!
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310 Chapala St Santa Barbara, CA 93101 United States Hotline: (805) 966-9180
If you're on the lookout for an authentic taco experience in Santa Barbara, look no further than Lilly's Tacos. Nestled at 310 Chapala St, this Mexican gem is a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike. Renowned for its casual atmosphere and vibrant service, Lilly’s offers everything from classic asada roasted beef to the uniquely tender ojo (steamed cow eye) tacos, catering to adventurous eaters and taco aficionados.
- Variety of Meats: The menu boasts an impressive selection of meats, including adobada marinated pork and tripas, alongside more traditional options. This diverse fare elevates Lilly’s from standard taco joint to a destination for culinary exploration.
- Affordable Pricing: Customers rave about the value for money. With hearty portions and prices that don't break the bank, Lilly's delivers satisfaction with every bite.
- Homemade Salsas: The self-serve salsa bar is a highlight, offering a range of spicy and flavorful options to customize your tacos.
- Friendly Atmosphere: With quick service and a casual vibe, Lilly's is ideal for families, groups, or anyone seeking a delightful dining experience.
Patrons consistently praise the quality and consistency of Lilly's offerings. Customer Joan Elizabeth C. shares a nostalgic connection, recalling the satisfying sensation of the adobada tacos that transport her back to family dinners. The kitchen is known for its efficiency, ensuring your order is ready before you even settle in. For first-timers and veterans alike, this gem feels like a long-lost secret that's just waiting to be discovered.
Moreover, Lilly's Tacos is equipped for everyone, featuring wheelchair accessibility, outdoor seating, and even a dog-friendly policy. Whether you're stopping by for a quick lunch or enjoying a laid-back evening with friends, this taco haven delivers on every front. With happy hour specials and a variety of payment options, including Apple and Android Pay, convenience is part of the charm.
In a world filled with dining choices, Lilly's Tacos stands out as a beacon for lovers of genuine, flavorful Mexican cuisine. Whether it’s your first visit or your hundredth, you can expect a warm welcome, delicious food, and a memorable experience that will keep you coming back for more.
So, whether you're a taco veteran or a newcomer ready to explore the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine, Lilly's Tacos is a must-visit destination in Santa Barbara.
I've been going here for decades, and it NEVER fails to provide quality, inexpensive tacos. This place runs a tight ship, with the service being friendly and efficient with putting in orders, and the kitchen completing my tacos BEFORE I find a place to sit!! My go-to order is adobada tacos with grilled cebollitas and chilis on the side with a bottle of coke. They have always been consistent with their cooking, as with every first bite of a meal I take from there, I am Anton-Ego-Ratatouille'd back to the memories of eating tacos post-karate with my family. Great ambiance, good people, and a wonderful time. 10/10
Absolutely hidden gem. Simple menu of Absolutely delicious tacos! Affordable! 3 pastor and 4 asada, filled to the rim of doubled fresh tortillas. Salsas on the bar were homemade and a great kick, spicy! Fresh chopped cilantro and onions. The place was packed and the line never ended.
Lilly's Tacos was my absolute go-to spot during college and it never let me down. The quality is consistent no matter how many times you go, and it's the best bang for your buck at its price point. What sets Lilly's apart is the variety of meat options you don't often find at other Mexican establishments in the U.S. My personal favorite has always been the soft tripe tacos while my friends prefer the crispy tripe for the crunch. The menu is straightforward, the cashiers are always friendly and efficient, and orders are delivered very quickly. The self-serve salsa bar offers a range of spice levels, onions, limes, etc. Seating is also self-serve, keeping everything casual and convenient. Lilly's Tacos is everything you want in a taco spot: affordable, convenient, consistent, and, most importantly, delicious.
I love Lilly's tacos though I will say I think I prefer the Goleta location. They have parking out front and there's plenty of seating room. The tacos are cheap and filled to the brim with chicken and grilled veggies. The tortillas weren't cooked as well so they were a little chewy but still tasty. Also love the salsa options, the hot is actually hot and flavorful. You can also put onions and cilantro on top.
Delicious tacos - don't be fooled, they may look "small" but are PACKED with meat. All of them were delicious in flavor. This is cafeteria style where you order and pay upfront then wait for them to call your name - afterward you find a place to sit. These tacos are not overpriced. They have a salsa bar too. Loved it and can't wait to stop by Lilly's when I'm back in SB.
Fire!!!! Literally everything here is delicious. Tacos only! Best you'll have in the area! Very flavorful meat and soft fresh tortillas. There's 2 salsa bars so you can dress up your tacos just how you like. They put a lot of meat in the tacos too. Perfection!!! Staff is friendly and service is fast. Plenty of seating inside.
A local fave, def would've never found this place otherwise. Cheap and gets the job done. Lots of meat and you can customize it to your liking. If you Wanta get away for the touristy hustle and bustle , this place is a find.
I spent the weekend in Santa Barbara, first time ever actually. I usually am just passing by but gaaaahhh daaammmm was I missing out! I had no friggin idea SB got down like this!! These tacos were probably some of the best I've had in my life and I've had A LOT of tacos. Everything I ordered was so flavorful and not too greasy but juicyyyy. They hit my tastebuds with a quickness and did not turn back LOL Oh yes and they had a really unique meat choice "beef eye", lemme tell you this was super tender no seeing the actual eyeballs just had that tender lovin flavor we all need in our lives haha. Will definitely be back to SB and you bet your MF azz im coming back to Lilly's. PEACE!!