Been on a burger and fries kick lately so I had to stop by Cosmos Smash Burgers in Downtown…read moreVentura. This bright blue food truck has always caught my eye and I finally made it in for lunch. Being a food truck, the vibes are super casual and laid back. You place your order, then grab a seat at one of their picnic benches and soak up the sunshine. The staff were incredibly nice, and the sweet little touches like the handwritten note on the to go bag were just too cute. We love those kinds of vibes! Here's what I got: Single Smash Burger: A solid and delicious smash burger! The bun was pillowy soft, the patty had a nice crust, and I'm always a sucker for cheese, thin sliced lettuce, and a thousand island style sauce on a burger. No frills, just super satisfying and done right. Cosmo Fries: Honestly my favorite bite of the day! Loaded fries topped with cheese, onions, burger patty, and their pink sauce...absolutely insane. SO good. I loved the skinny fries they use, and since everything was made fresh to order, the fries stayed extra crispy even with all the toppings. My biggest regret is passing by this food truck for so long without stopping. That was genuinely a stellar smash burger and fries combo, with the added bonus of such friendly and welcoming staff. Next time you're walking around Downtown Ventura and want a casual outdoor bite, definitely make a stop at Cosmos Smash Burgers. (Located at the Channel Islands Juice Co. parking lot just fyi).

Holy smash burger Batman! One of those strange out of the way Mom and Pop food truck experiences…read morewhere you can't quite believe how good such an unassuming little spot can be. I think the burger lasted all of 4 minutes before it all ended up tucked away in my belly. The cosmos burger is the sleeper hit of the century. It's truly out of this world! Jalapeños and grilled onions are the way. Don't miss it while it's still earthbound!

Elote Tots. These tasty little potatoes were amazing! We were able to try them this past weekend…read morewhile they were at MadeWest Brewing and we were not disappointed! They were cooked perfectly crisp, the cilantro was a fresh kick through all of the rich flavors, and the mayo was spicy and smoky. The corn was grilled nicely and still had a nice crunch to it. All topped off with cotija cheese- we couldn't ask for more. Next time we are in town we will definitely be hunting this truck down!

Wow! We have made a new best friend! We were recently at…read moreMade West brewery and So Cal was there We ordered the Flying Cubano! DELICIOUS!!! A twist on the traditional Cuban sandwich This one has chicken and ham Just the right amount of mustard, thin pickles and beautiful tasty cheese!!! The bun is buttered and grilled! Perfection We will try the hamburger next time. The hot dogs looked great. You've got my vote!!!

When I'm craving street food tacos, El Taco de Jerez is the move. This is not a "play it safe" taco…read moresituation, and I love that for me. If you're sticking to asada or chicken, that's fine... more lengua and tripa for the rest of us. The lengua is tender and full of flavor, and the tripa is done right. Crispy, satisfying, and not chewy or weird. My tacos came pre-garnished with chopped onion and cilantro, which they confirm when you order. Appreciate the respect. And let's talk about the champurrado. So good, especially on a cooler evening. Comfort in a cup and the perfect post-taco sip. They also have other menu options like burritos, tortas, mulitas, and quesadillas if tacos aren't your thing (but honestly, get the tacos). They usually add sliced cucumbers and limes on the side, and you'll get one salsa by default, so if you like it saucy, just ask for more. The cashier was friendly, and they call out your number pretty quickly. This is a takeout, stand-on-the-sidewalk kind of spot and that's exactly how it should be. There are a couple tables and chairs if you want to eat on the fly. Street parking only. If you're craving legit street tacos and aren't afraid to order off the "non-basic" menu, this one's for you.

Just moved to the Ave and moving day was exhausting. It was pretty late by the time the movers left…read moreand I was obviously in no mood or had the energy to make something to eat. So I drove down the Ave and saw this food truck with a line and people sitting at the folding tables. I got a Lengua burrito and I ordered it to-go because honestly I was too tired and cold to sit outside. The burrito was fire! It had great flavor, the meat was soft with a slight chew and it was a hefty burrito. I tried the green chili sauce and I liked it too. It wasn't spicy. I also got a Diet Coke which my total came out to $16. Not bad. They also prepared my burrito pretty quickly. I think I had to wait maybe 7-8 minutes with a few people ordering before me. Pretty quick!

Very yummy burito and good service. Good to eat late night…read more I am so glad they are in town.

Only went here because the other taco trucks were closed. Tacos were very dry tasting, the corn…read moretortillas fell apart too easily and the cucumbers on the side were soggy. Tacos are also overpriced, don't recommend unless you're drunk.

These guys are regulars at Naughty Pine Brewing in Westlake Village. Today they showed up for the…read more2nd Annual EMO Fest. Had the Pork Belly Burnt Ends. Served with some pickle slices and a generous slice of bread - great for dipping in the BBQ sauce. I was given the option for regular or Korean BBQ. The latter apparently has some sweetness added, which I went for. Delicious!! And the people are wonderful. Nice food selection. Reasonable prices. .50 surcharge if using a credit card to pay.

My wife and I were honestly hesitant to try a newer modern Mexican spot in Ventura since we usually…read morestick to our favorite hole-in-the-wall places (Los Comales). Glad we gave Mother's Tacos a shot because we were pleasantly surprised. The food and drinks were both really good. The chicken mole was excellent, and the torta was a total hit. Even our 5-year-old loved it, which always says a lot. What stood out most though was our server, Cesar. He was fantastic from start to finish. Every recommendation he gave us was on point(including his surprise tequila recommendation), and he treated us with the kind of confidence and professionalism you'd expect from someone with years of hospitality experience. Dudes got old school server vibes that's rarely seen anymore! Super welcoming, attentive, and genuinely made the whole experience better. The decor is great, the vibe is cool, and because of Cesar we'll definitely be back.

Let's start with the good, the ambiance was nice, bathroom was clean and staff was wonderful. I…read morewent for my husband bday which was also on their 1 year anniversary. I'm not sure it my visit took a turn because it was the anniversary or what but we got there around 2:30pm, the waiter told us the happy hour was from 3-6pm if we wanted wait. We left and came back at 3:15pm. I asked for the happy hour menu and the waitress told me that it didn't start till 6pm and the waiter who told me had gone home, long story short she honored the happy hour prices. Due to it being the anniversary the elote wasn't being served. I asked for more horchata which they said they were out of till later. When we got the food, most of it was over salted. The chicharróns and dirt papas were too salty to finish. Even adding the salsas didn't temper down the salt or added flavor or spice to the food. The asada taco was the best thing we had. We also got 2 churros. I feel like they were to thick an not done all of the way through. Also heard they had an Oreo churros for later that day too. I'll give it another try because I really wanted the all the Mother's smoke and am hoping what I experienced was a one time situation. We will have to see...

This place deserves a little love. A food truck behind a gas station at night won't qualify for…read moredate night (let's hope not), but the carne asada burrito was fantastic. Tons of flavor. Well made. Really good. Give them a try.

** located in the Arco parking lot** This is one of the…read morefriendliest taco trucks you can imagine. They serve food in the Guanajuato style with lemon wedges, sweet griddled yellow onions, fresh cucumber on the side, and a nice homemade vinegary red hot sauce. Everything is really fresh and I've never had stomach issues here. They accept both credit cards and cash. They're pretty fast at getting your order out too. Usually within 10 to 15 minutes if it's not busy. I have only had tacos here and I keep coming back when I get cravings. The cabeza (cow head meat) is my favorite - very rich and meltingly tender. If the idea of eating head meat puts you off, just go for it - it's so delicious! The tripas (breaded & fried intestines) tacos are glorious, rich and flavorful. My last visit was my first and only time eating them so I don't have anything to compare them to. I have to be in the mood for something that rich and heavy, though. The other meats are all pretty good but sometimes the meat is a little salty (asada & barbacoa). I find asada to be a bit tough in most places and I probably say the same here. They also sell giant quesadillas, burritos and churros. I bought some churros today and they were a little tough but still tasty.

The food is delicious and the people who run it are super nice and the prices can't be beat! $5 for…read morea carne asade burrito! Highly recommended!

Great food, great service, chill ambiance and pretty good size portions. Would go back again.read more

From the owner: Hola mi gente tenemos shrimp Luciana en bolsa, tostadas de ceviche mojarras cócteles : tacos…read morepastor.asada.chiken.chorizo burritos quesadillas fríes

Deluxe Cheese Burger Crispy French fries…read more Dr Pepper Juicy burger, delicious combo Service very good, cook even said hello

We were in the area in a mini vacation and got a bit hungry late night and decided to come to get a…read morechili dog, customer service was great and the food was great!