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    Freebirds

    4.1 (1.5k reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Steak Nachos
    Jack L.

    Always worthy of a 5 star rating, what's not to like? Great food for a quality price. Incredible service that gets you in and out the door quickly. Plenty of seating in the heart of Isla Vista. It's time to return to no nonsense food that is reasonably priced, tastes delicious, and is served not in expectation of an outrageous tip, but rather because they know what they serve is good. If this is what you like, Freebirds is your place.

    Chicken Nachos
    Victoria M.

    We walked into Freebirds on Saturday night for some nachos and it was packed. I was so impressed by how efficient they were at getting people through the line though. I was out the door when I got in line and was ordering within 15 minutes. We got the chicken nachos to share and they were SO good and definitely enough for 2. We did rice, refried beans, chicken, cheese, salsa, peppers, jalapeños, cilantro, and onion. The chicken was nice and tender. The medium red salsa was one of the best that I've had. The chips were a great texture for nachos. Even the chips at the bottom were still crunchy when I got to them. It's a place that gets pretty busy with college students, but everything is so fresh and delicious. They have great, fast service and it was about $17 for our huge plate of nachos and that felt worth it.

    Burrito bowl
    Amanda L.

    Freebirds is still a great late night option if you're craving a flavor bomb meal. It's better than Chipotle and only a few bucks more. The quesarito is a huge indulgence and their nachos are huge. This time I got a burrito bowl. Really tasty but the layers weren't really evenly done when it came to the rice. My favorite salsa is the spicy red one. Get it on top and on the side. The birria is flavorful and very tender. The guacamole is good. I sometimes get a horchata. Nothing to write home about but it fills the craving. There is outdoor seating only. There isn't always space to sit so I recommend taking your food and going home or going to the beach.

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    Ashley M.

    Yummy! in a downtown area with a lot of other food spots. Prices are good considering you can add everything you want, well minus guacamole that's extra. Great place to have lunch on a warm day :)

    Wendy C.

    I came for a late dinner, they open pretty late. I got the shredded beef nachos and it was amazing. You get to pick what you want in it like Chipotle but better! The portions were bigger and higher quality. There is both indoor and outdoor seating here. It is close by to UCSB. I would try the rice plate and burrito next time I come back!

    Steak Nachos
    Sandra L.

    The steak here is the best. I believe it's arrachera in Spanish by the looks of it. Quick and delicious. The establishment is very clean and well organized. Would recommend the horchata de tuna.

    Steak Bowl
    Meya B.

    If you've ever had Chipotle I highly recommend checking out this spot! Great food that is so flavorful. Their meat is 10x better than at chipotle. Cute place too close to the college dorms which is great. Also super close to the beach. Quick service too!

    Steak Nachos
    Katherine M.

    This is like a chipotle but better. They have orange rice and refried beans. We came and ordered the nachos, with steak and a burrito with shredded beef. The shredded beef was the star of the show, it was so flavorful and juicy. I do wish I would've gotten that on the nachos because it was flavor packed. I liked that you could choose what went on your nachos, and the portion was excellent. They're so big you can share and still have extra. The shredded beef burrito was so good, if we are ever near UCSB again we'll stop by for the shredded beef option. Please keep in mind this is on UCSB grounds so it is a very busy spot with college kids. The parking is limited and the line may look long but it goes quickly.

    Veggie Tacos
    Saanvi S.

    I found this place to be a little overhyped in my opinion. I ordered the veggie tacos because I didn't want anything too big I couldn't finish, but it was still decently sized. There were a lot of ingredients which normally I'd find good, but too much to the point I couldn't really eat it like a taco, but a bowl. The taco shells also eventually became soggy so I had to eat it with a fork. I didn't really think this meal was worth the price or the line we had to wait in.

    Madalina A.

    I am so obsessed with this place!!! I come here everytime I'm in town and always look forward to it. I always get the nachos but I'm sure everything is amazing. Everything is fresh and so tasty. The portions are also HUGE!

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    Food is really good but little bit in the pricier side. I would say it is like a premium version of chipotle.

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    The food is great but it is slightly expensive for what it's worth. Great for on the go would come again

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    7 months ago

    Way overpriced, got charged 24 bucks for s steak nachos. Not worth it.i wouldn't come back l, a rip off.

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    Do they not have the quesadillas anymore?

    They still have quesadillas yes.

    Is still open with quarantine going on?

    No. As of 6/13/2020 they're still closed

    When will you reopen?

    They are open

    Looks like there is a Freebirds World Burrito chain with locations in CA, TX, etc. Is this restaurant part of that chain? I always thought they were a stand alone but then saw a website with this same name and the Isla Vista location is NOT listed.

    No. The IV one is the original and is not part of the chain.

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    Los agaves is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Goleta. The service is always quick and…read morefriendly, you order up at the counter and then sit with your table number and your food is brought to you. The inside has a classic Santa Barbara feel to it and is warm and inviting. They also have a very organized take-out system, and their online ordering is really easy and convenient. The guacamole is fresh and while it's a little pricey, the portion os generous. The steak nachos had toppings spread throughout the chips, not just sitting on top which has been my experience at some other restaurants. The quesabirria special is my go to dish here, the meat is so tender and flavorful!

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