Taste of California

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Casual Mexican restaurant offering quick, comforting bites with fast service in Santa Barbara. Great for lunch, dinner, and solo dining.

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Taste of California

Santa Barbara

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Fast, casual Mexican comfort food offering tacos, burritos, and quick bites. Accessible, family friendly, and great for lunch or dinner in Santa Barbara.

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Taste of California brings casual Mexican dining with a focus on comfort food and fast service, suited for solo diners and families alike.

The welcoming atmosphere includes wheelchair accessibility for entrance, seating, parking, and restrooms, creating an inclusive environment for all guests.

What to Expect:

    ๐ŸŒฎ Authentic Mexican comfort food
    โšก Fast and efficient service
    ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Casual, family-friendly atmosphere
    โ™ฟ Full wheelchair accessibility across facilities

Important Information:

    Service Options: Takeout and dine-in available
    Popular For: Lunch, dinner, solo dining, and good for kids
    Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, parking, and restrooms

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๐Ÿ“ Local Insights

๐ŸŒฎ Quick Bites Ideal for Lunch: Locals recommend this spot for a fast, satisfying lunch during busy days.

โšก Efficient Service: Guests appreciate the speedy order fulfillment, making it a great choice for solo diners on tight schedules.

โ™ฟ Fully Accessible: The restaurant offers a wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, parking, and restrooms, ensuring comfort for all visitors.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Family Friendly: Good for kids and casual family meals in a relaxed, casual setting.

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๐Ÿ‘‰ Best For

Lunch, dinner, solo dining, families with kids

Taste of California

1024 San Andres St
,
Santa Barbara
,
CA
93101

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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
No reviews currently available for Taste of California, but the venue is noted for its fast service, casual atmosphere, and accessibility features.

Last updated on

January 9th, 2026

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What You'll Find

Tacos, Burritos, Enchiladas, Quick bites, Comfort food

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