Love this place! We try to make the 20+ mile drive at least once a week. The food, surf vibe and owners are faves! Laid back joint with lots of options on the menu. Good for couples and for a group of friends. Family friendly too. read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

BEST and I mean the VERY BEST Mexican American food in all of Camarillo. With so many places to choose from (and we have tried them all) Olas De Carlos Surf Grill is by far the best. NO other place has as good carnitas taco's, burrito's, guacamole, nachos, beef tacos, shrimp tacos and quesadilla's and don't forget the salsa's! The owners are great and exceptionally accommodating. The inside could use an update would be my only criticism. read more

This place was great. Started with the woman working (don't recall her name) who was friendly and nice very attentive. Very surf and skate like culture inside. We got a burrito and some beef tacos and the food was good too. We'd definitely eat there again. read more

First time trying this restaurant and was pleasantly surprised by how tasty the food was. I ordered a shrimp taco a la carte with a flour tortilla instead of a corn tortilla. It had a delicious blend of sauteed onions and bell peppers added to the shrimp with some shredded cheese. I was full just eating this one taco. My husband ordered the Chile Relleno & Cheese Enchilada plate which comes with rice and beans and LOTS OF CHEESE!!! Actually, too much cheese in my opinion. Everything was very flavorful and the portions are rather large. The owner took our order and was very nice. The customer service overall was excellent. The vibe is very beach casual with plenty of seating indoors and a couple tables outside. We will definitely be back to try some other items on the menu the next time we are in the Camarillo area. read more

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Came by on a weekend afternoon for lunch. Friendly treating. Plenty of seating. Order at the counter and they bring food out to you. Had the carnitas burrito, yum! Soft and flavorful. Can split it between two people. It is large! Also had the crispy beef, and potatoes tacos. Beef tacos had lots of flavoring! Will definitely get those again! Jamaica is also good ! Our server kept checking in on us, she was very attentive and friendly. read more

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Great place to stop in. Mom and pop place run by the original owners to this day. If you're into the beach or surfing, the ambiance is great and the owners always give top notch service. 10/10. Everyone should go. Food is great too! read more

Our favorite place for all kinds of Mexican food, but wet burritos are our favorite. I especially love the chilli rellenos burrito. This is the kind of local family place where they remember you when you visit and are happy to see you. It's has a fun surf vibe and a salsa bar! read more

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Olas de Carlos Surf Grill is your good old-fashioned Mexican food. The kind that your mom would make they have been around for so many years and every time I come here I get the same thing a wet, shredded bean rice and cheese and beef burrito. The shredded beef is so tender and the service is awesome. you really do feel like you're home. read more

Food and service is always spot on every time we eat here. The owners are always so friendly and if you're a regular they tend to remember your name. We've had the Chile Colorado burrito, chili verde burrito, California burrito, old fashioned tacos with shredded beef, and the potato tacos. Seriously my mouth is watering, so good. Overall, Olas is the best Mexican food we've had in Camarillo. So if you're looking for a fun spot with great food, I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Definitely after so many years I need to bump Olas up as they are my local surfer taco shop gem and their consistency is what keeps me coming back. Olas fits Camarillo perfectly as with so many traditional mexican and Latin flavors - it's nice to have a more beachy surf shop type of Mexican spot. Variety is key for us locals and when I want something that feels familiar and is a comfort meal Olas is always there. The restaurant hasn't changed in years and that's A Ok. Wood tables and benches this is a cozy little Mexican taco shop highlighting being on the coast. They have lots of surf memorabilia and posters that you definitely know you're in Ventura county. The restaurant is clean and spacious enough that you don't feel like the tables are on top of each other. The menu board is easy to read above the register and they have different bins with bottles and to go drinks available. The staff are always friendly and welcoming here. Family owned business and they work hard. I always see the owners working away and they are nice people. You feel like part of the family here and always a pleasant experience. The reason I updated with an extra star aside from the comfortable vibes and nice staff is that they are serving up one of my favorite carnitas tacos combo in the county. Their carnitas here hit everytime and this is definitely my favorite item on their menu. The two taco plate with rice and beans is super filling and it's a solid meal. Their carnitas continue to be my go to as they are very generous with their pork portions and their carnitas are just very juicy and flavorful, a little greasy but that's actually how I like them here. Major flavor and tenderness - some of the best carnitas in the area. If you haven't been to this local taco shop and restaurant in Camarillo you are missing out and you definitely need to add them to your rotation when looking for a casual spot to stop for lunch or dinner. Highly recommend you give the carnitas a try. read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Carnitas tacos - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

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Always good! I love the chile verse tacos and the chips and salsa always hit. Sometimes a long wait

Writing this review as I just finished my food and I must say I am not disappointed. I had 4 tacos, chicken, carnitas, hard shell ground beef and the fish taco. Every one had flavor and the salsas both red and green were a perfect pairing. I will definitely be back to try more. read more

So this used to be a place my family and I went to all the time. I moved away from the area so it had been a minute since I've been in but finally I was out that way a few weeks ago and stopped in. Was happy to see they were still there and not much had changed. Carlos is always great and the service is always fast, clean, reliable. I was even more joyful to see the food tasted exactly the same and cost was still incredibly reasonable. I mean I can't tell if this burrito is a burrito or a small baby. The value you get for your money is great. The aesthetic is still the same. Very surfer grill-hangout and I couldn't be hit with more pleasant nostalgia. Thanks, Carlos! read more

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I love the food and the people are amazing. Has that real neighborhood feel. Used to live down the block and walk down there with my son and get tacos. That was over 20 years ago. Still go there and the quality has never changed!!!!!!!! read more

Whenever i'm in town, i have lunch here at least once per visit. i had lunch today about 12:45, no waiting. Staff was friendly, efficient, and the food was quite tasty. i got a burrito that i should have shared, it was large. the restaurant was on the quieter side, even with 10 to 20 patrons. This is a great place for everyday lunch or to catch up with friends, as i did today. read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - exterior view - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

After trying this place a few more times, I gotta say, it's one of my favorite places. The staff is amazing, love just having genuine conversations with them and they're actual people persons, not your typical "how is your day" that you get anywhere. I recently tried the Chile Colorado and Carne Asada wet burritos, both super filling and reasonably priced. While waiting I tried a new beer they had in the display case and was pleasantly surprised. They had a whole Ventura water polo team in there raving about the food as they scarfed it down after their game. Overall it was a great experience and I recommend this place to anyone in the area. read more

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Nice little family place, great food great portions. I've had most everything on the menu and I would have it all again. Cold beer in buckets by the cashier. This is the kind of place that you ordered the counter and they'll bring it out to you. Carlos and Michelle are awesome. The chefs do a great job!! Fish tacos are awesome and the burritos are huge. read more

SO good. Not only is the food always fast and delicious, the owners are so sweet! A very family oriented atmosphere that has been here for years. We go often, so it feels like family. Great prices and GREAT food. Cannot go wrong. Support small business. read more

This place is INCREDIBLY GOOD! Delicious, fresh food, served by incredibly kind people. Highly recommend this place! Shrimp taco was best we've ever had! read more

This place provided one of the worst customer service experiences. The man who took our order was rude, short, and unfriendly when I asked any questions about the menu. The food came out fairly quickly. Food was edible, but nothing that I would crave or think about. Nothing appeared really clean, and the ambiance felt very unwelcoming. I'm giving 2 stars only because the lady bussing tables was sweet and the portions are nice. I wouldn't come back. I would rather provide business to places that prioritize customer service. read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

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Excellent food, great decor and Carlos is known by everyone. Fast service too. They put out delicious food and large portions at a fair price. Highly recommended! read more

This is still ten years running, my favorite place for the best burritos in town. They're flavorful and there are numerous options to choose from. Their tacos are awesome too. It's hard to choose each time but I'm always happy with my choice and planning another visit. Carlos and family are so welcoming and the staff are kind too. I love recommending Ola's read more

I didn't know a burrito could be this big. The best Mexican food EVER! Thank you Ola's. read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

I have no idea how we drove past this place for 20 years! Food was outstanding, owners are great, place was spotless. Will definitely be back. read more

my 2nd time here with my husband and it and the food have not disapponted me and my husband yet. Service was fast and the owner carlos is very accomodating. The only reason i gave 4 star is last year the chips and salsa were free but now you have to pay for it i asked my husband and he said it was $5 for chips and salsa. I get it everything is very expensive now but i was just expecting it to still be free. Its not the owners fault though still a very great place. Will be coming back agaij for sure read more

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This is a great family run MexiCali restaurant. Always consistent and always tasty at a great price. Eat in house and watch some surf videos or take it home to your own family. read more

This cute spot has beach vibes and open air windows with a nice breeze. The owners are always working and chatting with their customers which gives a very local and friendly vibe. We had some Ground Beef Tacos and they were crunchy and had tons of meat. Next time I want to try a burrito. Everything I kept seeing come out of the kitchen looked and smelled good. read more

I'll always love this place. Been coming here for a decade, and it's always the same nice experience. Portions are huge, food is consistent, and the atmosphere is nostalgic. More than that though, the owners are AMAZING. They're always there and never skip a beat. Friendly, hospitable, everything. I truly hope this local restaurant continues on for many more years. read more

I've been going here for over 8 years, delicious every time. The food always comes out fast and still hot. The service is awesome, the employees and owners genuinely love what they do and want to spread that to everyone who walks in. The restaurant itself feels like home; posters, pictures, tvs, and surfboards are covering all the walls. It's a perfect place for a nice vibe and delicious food. read more

Great great atmosphere great owners can't say anything less than Mexican food place in California Michele Soto casserly read more

Love Olas's chimichangas and love Carlos - incredible food, service and ambiance always

Haven't been here in a long while and decided we wanted chimichangas. WOW. Great ones here! Just ask for it "Crispy" - i.e. extra fried (seriously - why this is not standard, I don't know). Huge, well-fried chimi. Lots of tender pork inside, with shredded cheese, lettuce, sour cream and fresh guacamole topping. Could only finish half (maybe because of the ice-cold Pacifico beer?) and had a second meal at home. Will not be a long time before the next visit. Recommend. read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Chile Colorado chimichanga in front. "no meat" version in the background. Yeah, I know. we both enjoyed our chimis... - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

**** Best Chimichangas in City**** I stop here any chance I get! They have the best Chimichanga's in the 805!!! I kid you not! Super sized, fresh, perfectly fried golden brown to a crisp!!! It's worth stopping for alone! Food: Fresh California Style Mexican Food! So, been coming here for years now and pretty much have only ordered Chimichangas...Maybe some day I'll try something else off the menu. It has pretty much all of your Mexican favorites and come to think of it, I did have the Wet Burrito once...It was awesome with the green sauce! Service: Fast and Friendly and seem to have a deep knowledge about Chimichangas Drinks: Beer, Soda, Iced Tea Ownership: Family operated & Locally owned in charming Old Town Camarillo. Decor: Cozy 80's Highway 1 Surf shack vibe, with seating inside and a few tables outside as well. Parking: Very limited free parking in front and a few more spots to the side. Tip: Do not pass on the Chimi bruh!!! read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - the entrance to the restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

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So, I had not been here in three years since the last time, I thought it was just ok, pretty bland Mexican food and the salsa tastes like the kind full of preservatives, you know the kind that had that tingling feeling in your mouth, doesn't taste like the fresh made salsas, it's the red one I'm referring too and it's horrible but I thought I'd try it again and I took it home and my chicken burrito was full of hard undercooked beans! I mean like completely hard, they weren't finished cooking . Makes me wonder if that's why the owner shared the burrito comes with rice and beans. The only reason I gave two stars rather than one is because the chicken was shredded chicken breast which is the only way I'd eat a chicken burrito. They got that down but their beans and salsa are horrible and what a waste of $14 on a burrito. I had to eat around the beans and only eat the chicken. There are much better Mexican restaurants around but the ambiance here is cool. Photo isn't great but is what it is. If they changed their salsa recipe and added sone seasoning to their food , and didn't serve I set cooked beans, it would help! read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Chicken burrito - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

A working class establishment in the middle of Camarillo. I came here with a group of my colleagues. We went to the counter to order. The gentleman taking the orders was not paying much attention to what we were ordering. I requested one fish taco and repeated my order a couple of times to make sure he understiod. However, I received two tacos instead of one. The tacos were delicious. One of my colleagues ordered shrimp tacos and they came without a salad like the fish tacos I ordered. My third colleague ordered a taco without beans and she got something else, but she liked the taste. This is definitely a place to try something new, and you may like your food, but you may not get what you ordered. read more

Hands down one the best Mexican restaurants in Camarillo. The portions are huge, you better be hungry when you walk in, because you'll walk out in a food coma & ready for a mid day siesta. Service is quick- the kitchen whips out tacos & quesadillas super fast & Carlos is always a jokester in the best of spirits and has an excellent memory with names. read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Breakfast Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

Terrible food. It was very cold! Service was okay and customer service was okay! There are better restaurants in Camarillo area for Mexican dishes! read more

As good as we remember it from years ago when it used to be De Leon's. The outside tables were comforting and the potato tacos are impeccable. We haven't been able to find as good of a potato taco since moving away from California and dream about them! read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - a man eating a taco - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

Our anniversary lunch at Olas. Taquito plate, shrimp taco, carnitas taco to share. Yummy read more

Olas De Carlos Surf Grill - Mexican Near Me - Camarillo, California

I've been coming to this burrito spot since I'm 16. I'm 30 now. Any time I'm in Camarillo I have to stop here. If you're going to cal state Channel Islands, and not coming here you're definitely missing out. Have not had a bad burrito. read more