Corazón Comedor

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Fresh, flavorful Mexican dishes with a lively salsa bar and casual, trendy vibe. Taco and cocktail lovers find a vibrant spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Corazón Comedor

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Enjoy authentic Mexican dishes and a lively salsa bar in a trendy, casual setting. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Santa Barbara.

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Corazón Comedor offers authentic Mexican flavors crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients in a casual, cozy setting. Guests enjoy house specialties, a mix of breakfast through dinner options, and a popular salsa bar that complements every meal.

The venue features dine-in, takeout, and delivery, with welcoming service and an inviting atmosphere suitable for solo diners or groups. Reservations accepted; expect some parking challenges downtown.

What's Included:

    🌮 Fresh Mexican dishes from breakfast to dinner
    🍹 Full bar with cocktails and local specialties
    ✅ Dine-in, takeout, and delivery options
    ♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms

Important Information:

    Hours vary by day; closed Mondays
    Parking mainly free street parking; can be hard to find
    Reservations accepted; recommend for busy times
    Ordering available online via DoorDash, Grubhub, and others

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📍 Local Insights

⏰ Peak Lunch & Dinner: Saturdays see the highest crowds around 5 PM to 7 PM with 100% occupancy at 6 PM.

🌮 Breakfast Favorites: Try the breakfast tacos with homemade blue corn tortillas and flavorful machaca.

🍹 Salsa Bar Highlights: The salsa bar is a signature feature, highly recommended for complementing meals.

🚗 Parking Tips: Free street parking is available, but spots fill fast downtown; allow extra time to park.

⏰ Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–8:30 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–8:30 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–8:30 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–9:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–9:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM–2:30 PM, 4:30 PM–8:30 PM

👉 Best For

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, solo dining, casual groups
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Corazón Comedor

29 E Victoria St
,
Santa Barbara
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CA
93101

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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Corazón Comedor is praised for its fresh, flavorful Mexican fare and vibrant salsa bar with many guests loving the authentic dishes and lively atmosphere. Service is generally friendly and attentive, though a few report mixed experiences with waitstaff. Some diners note portions and chip servings could improve. Overall, the spot stands out as a top choice for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Santa Barbara with a trendy yet casual feel.

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January 9th, 2026

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What You'll Find

Craft Cocktails; Local Taps; Beer; Wine; Coffee; Small Plates; Casual Atmosphere; Delivery; Dine-in; Takeout; Wheelchair Accessible Entrance; Wheelchair Accessible Restrooms; Wheelchair Accessible Seating

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit for breakfast or lunch on weekdays for quieter dining. Saturdays get very busy around 5 PM; reservations help. Salsa bar and cocktails shine all day.
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