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Pollofino's

4.2 (173 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Charchick Burrito
Monica W.

Ambiance is typical walk up and order taqueria. No comments on service since we were leaving Santa Barbara and heading back to the Bay Area so we wanted to grab something (other than fast food) that we could eat in the car. The burritos were generously big and tasty, but mostly rice and beans. It was a good grab for a road trip and everybody was satisfied. So, while nothing to rave about solid 3 stars for just good food.

Sarah T.

Ordered the chicken tostada. The chicken is tasty. Staff were friendly. Love the self serve salsa bar. Looks like many locals come here as I saw a few customers pick up orders and were greeted by staff as if they knew each other quite well. Plenty of parking. There's indoor seating. It's not super fancy or nice but a decent place to get some tasty chicken.

Combo 1
Mark Y.

Friendly place, not cheap but in this case you get what you pay for. This ain't a fast food place. Kind of reminds me of SB Chicken Ranch, but with a larger menu selection. I ordered Combo 1, which was one quarter bird and one quarter tri tip with rice and beans. The chicken was very good, but the tri tip was just okay. I do want to try the ribs next time.

Chicken quesadilla
Angela R.

This spot is my go to when I'm in the area. The nachos are delicious! I can tell the beans are homemade and they totally remind me of how my great grandmother used to make hers. On my latest visit I tried their flying burrito with charred steak. It was filled with rice, beans, cheese, and plenty of meat! Usually burritos lack meat but not this one. I've also had their chicken quesadilla but It wasn't as good. I was expecting the chicken to have that charred flavor but it was pretty bland to me. I would order the steak instead next time. The salsas are delicious! If you want a spicy salsa then be sure to ask for it. They only give you the milder ones unless you specifically ask for hotter salsa. There is limited seating inside and a few tables outside. Customer service here is quick and to the point. Overall a good spot to pick up some quick and delicious food!

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Brian F.

Love this place! Chicken is amazing. There is a wonderful flavor and sabor with the chicken. Best chicken in town. The salsas and pico de gallo are so good. Great amount of heat and flavor. Tried the ribs tonight for first time. They are beef ribs with a savory rub, not a bbq sauce southern style rib, but still really good. Tasty tasty!! I will use those bones for my beef bone broth. Overall great place to get a burrito, have a beer while you wait and watch some futbol!

Jerry's from the good old UCSB days in the 90's!

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Bomb burrito's and avo salsa... nice staff, to go orders always done in a reasonable amount of time! Love Jerry's

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I've been going here for years and they keep me coming back. I'm a big fan of the chicken salad. Goleta the Goodland!

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