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Lilly's Taqueria
310 Chapala St, Santa Barbara
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Reviews by the General Public
Lilys is bomb, 1/16/2010
Reviewer: TJ
from Santa Barbara, CA
From the moment I walked in it was great. 1.40 for a taco and a fresh salsa bar.
Cashier was nice. As soon as I had to slip m change in my pocket and take a a glance aroundmy tacos were up. I wish I can go here everday. Forsure once a week.
Keep it up
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good food, good vibes there, 1/4/2010
Reviewer: lemonjelly
from santa barbara, ca
Lilly's embodies the positive aspects that Mexican street food has to offer. Delicious variety, speedy, inexpensive.
The man at the counter has always been friendly and efficient. He's proud of the stuff he sells. He doesn't care who you are, he's glad you're here to eat some yummy tacos. And just as you're starting to contemplate what sort of salsa and condiments to add...*bam* your order is on the counter, ready for pick up.
Most of the times I've eaten here, I find the other patrons are families. It's a good feeling to be eating amongst people sharing like that. Think about those fast food "dollar menu" style places and who eats at those. Miserable people, alone and staring at the wall. Lilly's is incomparable. It's bustling, fun and dynamic. After one lunch, I'd already walked a block away when a little girl from another family's table ran up to me to return the keys I'd accidentally left behind. Too cool.
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Agreed, Lance is crazy!, 1/3/2010
Reviewer: Aaron
from Santa Barbara, CA
I second Jims post, what are you thinking Lance? I've previously reviewed Lilly's, so I'm not going into detail here, but if you think about it Lance, you're the only person here that gave anything less than a great review, enough said!
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Lance is crazy, 1/3/2010
Reviewer: Jim
from Santa Barbara, CA
Lance; Are you crazy!? These are the best tacos in town. Not to mention they have them in your hot little hand before you can get your wallet back into your pocket. I can't believe you would even think to compare Lilly's to Taco Bell. You're obviously the carne asada, extra sour cream type. Lilly's cult members will be happy to NOT have you in line ahead of us the next time we go.
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lacking flavor, 12/29/2009
Reviewer: Lance
from Santa Barbara, CA
So so. If you are a tightwad and want quantity over quality. I found the flavors lackluster and the meat flavors were easily overwhelmed by the salsas. Do they really marinate the meats there? Also, all the meats are served granulated to the point of being indistinguishable. When I want mincemeat tacos I go to Taco Bell. The price being no object, I have never really left there satisfied like I have eaten something cooked with love only that I have eaten something cheap and filled the gap.
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Great, Fast, Cheap, 10/28/2009
Reviewer: Aaron
from Santa Barbara, CA
Owning a business in Santa Barbara is expensive. When that business sells only one product at $1.40 each - and they thrive, then they must have a great product. I love their adobado tacos. Their Lengua and cachet are worth a try, good, but a bit mild for my taste. Sb.com should give them an award for best tacos if they haven’t already! I go there at least 1-2 times a week! There is one thing I hate about this place tho, their closed on Tuesdays (lol).
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Amazing & authentic!, 10/22/2009
Reviewer: Leona
from Santa Barbara, CA
The food is delicious here. I've been searching for a long time for a good Mexican restaurant in Santa Barbara and I finally found one. Unlike other Mexican restaurants in SB, Lilly's is inexpensive, has fast service, and great tasting food. I always value food being true to it's roots, and Lilly's definitely takes me back to the little taco stands in the streets of Mexico. The atmosphere is not all that great but the food makes up for it! For first timers, I definitely encourage gathering your courage for trying some of their unique meat parts like lengua (tongue) or cachete (cheek)!
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GREAT FOOD!!!, 9/27/2009
Reviewer: Omar
from Porterville,Ca
Being mexican and eating it all my life, I have to say these are some of the best tacos i've ever had. Great service, cheap price and tasty meat with no fat. All the produce is delivered fresh every day thanks to those great guys from "FLORES PROVISIONES". Must try if you're in SB.
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you HaVE to eat here!
Reviewer: Jeanette Rogers
from Santa Barbara, CA
lilly's food is delicious and cheap. the person at the register is always super friendly. the tacos ALWAYS taste consistently perfect. they are mouth watering and full of flavor. not many ingredients (unless you do the right thing, and pile on cilantro, onions, lime, radishes, and hot sauce) but it's the perfect mix of flavors. you can ask for grilled onions and peppers, at no extra charge. those are REALLY GOOD on the tacos too. I suggest when ordering, to get 1 of each taco, and when your eating them, have fun trying to figure out what kind of meat each taco was. my personal favorite is the lengua... fatty, but not TOO fatty. mmmm now im hungry just thinkin about it!
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East Coast Boy Blown Away
Reviewer: Bru'
from St Petersburg, FL
threw down three quick fabulous authentic tacos with some business associates who swore by the place, and have passed the word on to my SB pals. They are enroute. Real Deal.
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simply the best!!!
Reviewer: Michelle
from Santa Barbara, CA
they have the best variety of tacos. they are the best tacos i've ever had. i think i take everyone i've ever met there at least once. i also eat there at least once a week. lilly's definitely deserves the praise it gets, but i hope that doesn't increase their prices. they're that good also because they are so cheap.
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dIs s chepe..greatest tacos evr!!
Reviewer: jose
from Santa Barbara, CA
wat can i say"Lilys tacos are da best n SB"
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good, fast, inexpensive
Reviewer: chrisc
from Santa Barbara, CA
Lilly's is reliably good. Since it's a pay and pick-up operation, there's no service to rate, but the folks are always friendly and helpful, and the cooking top notch. Exploring the variety of tacos at $1.35 is a blast. Nice sauces, onions/cilantro, limes, radishes, etc. They've expanded, so there's plenty of sit-down room in this tidy little downtown taqueria in addition to take-out.
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Gotta love Lilly's!
Reviewer: Mike
from Santa Barbara, CA
Two fresh tortillas, mounds of succulent meat, and a great salsa bar all for $1.35. Ask and they'll give you a big plate of grilled onions and peppers gratis! Friendly folks that keep the place nice and clean.
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Comida Rica!
Reviewer: Jessi H
from Santa Barbara, CA
I lived in Mexico for years, and this is authentic! It is the only place in town that has less than 1.50 dollar tacos! You can get it all...for the conservative eaters- pork, beef, and for the Latino-puros at heart- the other things most gringos wouldn't eat although you should because it is a real treat. I take my coworkers and surprise them by ordering a ton of different tacos, and letting them guest what it is...they are always surprised, saying, "I never thought I would like it, and I do! They come back each time!"
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Just like the taqueros in E.L.A.!
Reviewer: Nancy M
from Santa Barbara, CA
I am rating the service 5 stars for being so FAST. We got our food right away even though there was a long line. My mouth was watering while waiting. I had the carne asada tacos loaded with radishes, a splash of lime, chopped onions + cilantro, topped off with red chile. MMM...You just can't find tacos like this anywhere else in SB. I'm from L.A. and this totally reminded me of the taco stands in my old neighborhood. I am going to be come a regular here. Also, love that they take Visa here!
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It's good and cheap
Reviewer: Mike
from Santa Barbara, CA
You can't do much better in this town for $1.35
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Mmmmm... the best!
Reviewer: Stacy Alvarado
from Santa Barbara, CA
These are the best taco's you'll ever have. They are basic, but delicious! There really isn't anything better in SB!
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AMAZING!
Reviewer: lisa
from santa barbara
I love the tacos at Lilly's... THEY ARE GREAT and cheap! THey take credit cards now so you dont have to worry about going to the ATM.
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