Fish tacos were superb! PROS: fish was freshly fried and piping hot, and the portion per taco was generous! Chip and salsa bar was nice, with an excellent array of salsas to try CONS: asada tacos were just so-so; meat was kind of dry We'd come back, just for the fish tacos Cheers! RS read more

Sabor - Fish tacos and beer! - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

In search of a good taco spot in Oxnard, our friends took us here. It was not their first choice, but I was pleased with what we tried at Sabor. Place is colorfully decorated. Place your order at the counter, take your number, help yourself at the chips & salsa bar, and grab a seat at one of their many tables. I ordered 3 tacos a la carte. No rice and beans for me. The Carne Asada taco was decent. Thought that the meat tasted too dry and bland. Al Pastor taco was much better because it was flavorful and yummy. The Cabeza taco was my favorite of the three!! I tried my wife's Fish Taco, and it was super good!! Highly recommend trying theirs if you like fish!! If I lived in the Oxnard area, I could see myself being a regular. Definitely, stop by and try them for yourself Yelpers!! As I mentioned earlier, the Fish Tacos are super good!! read more

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Pre-Covid, Sabor was one of the best restaurants in Oxnard. Recently the food has become completely embarrassing. The meat has no seasoning, the beans are absolutely disgusting, everything tastes old. Salsa seems fermented and watery. I was trying to be a steady customer to support them but it's not worth your health. Please do not eat here, let it die. I'm surprised I haven't gotten sick. read more

Sabor - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

Sabor is open and ready to serve us all those famous fish tacos. I am planning another order in the future for the fish tacos. I have had such a great tasting fish tacos like the ones they serve me. I been there about 8 times but they are special tacos and they need to be eaten months apart. Thank you all I ask that you go visit them and try them for yourself. read more

Not sure if the 4 and 5 stars are from employees or what but this place is 2 stars at best. We ordered 2 burritos, the fish taco plate and the flautas combo. The burritos were ok but the rest was not good. The fish had no flavor and was way overcooked. The flautas also lacked flavor and were too crunchy. They were more like taquitos than flautas. The most amazing part was the tiny 1 red sauce and 1 green sauce they put in for the 4 meals. This is definitely not a place we'll try again. read more

Great Mexican food at a great price. The California burrito is awesome and so filling. My favorite is the carnitas burrito. Love the fresh chips and salsa bar. Probably one of the best Mexican restaurants in all of Oxnard. Definitely going to keep coming back. read more

Sabor - Outside of the joint - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

Great fish tacos. The staff was really friendly and the prices were more awesome. Definitely coming back for taco Tuesday

We had some relatives from out of town wanting some good menudo one Sunday morning the night after a party. I looked up Sabor on Yelp and we decided to give it a shot. Easy to find with a giant whale painted on the side, parking was quick. Lock your doors. We ordered our food and picked our own table by a bright window after collecting salsa and chips at the self-serve bar. I ordered the California burrito. I've had trouble finding this kind of burrito around Oxnard and Sabor nailed it. None of the unnecessary filler like rice and beans only the good stuff like avocado, well seasoned steak and potatoes and sour cream and other tasty stuff. It was delicious and I will come here again for sure! read more

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This is my all time favorite spot to come for lunch. I LOVE their shrimp tacos and they have one variety of a shrimp taco that comes with bacon. Yes I said BACON . The combination of shrimp and bacon is undeniably perfect! My second favorite taco is the Pastor. It's so juicy and seasoned to perfection. The carne Asada has been hit and miss for me but it's still pretty good. I just know I have never been disappointed with the shrimp tacos and Pastor tacos. The chips are always fresh and the salsa bar has about 4 options. Everyone raves about their fish tacos and one of these days I'm going to have to try them and update my review. For now, I just can't get away from the shrimp and Pastor tacos. Give this restaurant a shot. The employees are super nice and it's a cool spot to grab a quick bite to eat. read more

The fish taco here is superior in every way. 1. Corn tortillas 2. Perfectly crispy fried fish--crackles when you bite in 3. Avocado cream sauce to die for 4. Fixings drenched in aforementioned sauce Then there is the carnitas tacos, perfection. Ample chunks of pork topped with cilantro, onions and a spicy salsa. Delicioso! Then I had their melon fresco. Like my mama makes. Go here. Eat the tacos. You will not be disappointed. The place is simple, walk up, place your food order, take a number, serve yourself chips and salsa to your satisfaction. The salsas are spicy so be careful. Fall in love. Rinse. Repeat. read more

Sabor - Dat avocado crema tho - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

Their taquero service is reasonably priced with a quality tasting meal! Friendly to work with & dependable.

I drive from Thousand Oaks to eat the fish tacos and aguachiles... That pretty much says it all.

Restaurant was clean simple salsa and chips bar, food was ok, I had the 3 tacos combo platter (1 al pastor 2 carne asada) I only ate al pastor taco the carne asada were not good at all meat did not taste like beef maybe I should of have order the fish tacos that's what they are known for anyways I ended up going to McDonald's after I left the place. read more

Sabor - Salsa and chips bar - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

Came here because Yelp had it at a 4 1/2 *. The owner was super nice, had been there 12 years (as of 2018). I tried the Chili Verde taco, shrimp taco, & fish taco. All good, but especially loved the spiciness of chili verde taco. Husband tried the bean and cheese burrito and loved it. Chips were on stale side, it was Sunday evening. Not in the greatest location, but the owner is doing his best. He gave us 2 free fish tacos to sample! Bathrooms were CLEAN and updated in stlye. We WOULD come here again when visiting Oxnard/Ventura Beach! read more

Sabor - Shrimp, fish and chili verde tacos. So good! - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

Wow 7 Mares was probably the best I've had In a long time! Fresh delicious sea food soup read more

Sabor - 7 mares - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

I'll start this review off with. It's Mexican food. Nothing special is going on here. I've had a lot of things from the menu here. But I'll write about the ones that were memorable. The Pastor and fish tacos are pretty damn good. Seasoned well and not dripping with oil. Meat and fish taste fresh I have no complaints about these particular dishes. Realistically I just feel like this place has been completely over rated by a long shot. It's more authentic then most places around the area. But by no means is it absolutely amazing and you have to come back.... It's ok. And the prices for Oxnard are way to high. The staff is extremely kind and the place is very clean so that's a plus. read more

First came here with my wife, she order the camarones diablados (devil shrimp) and surprisingly they make the sauce 3 different ways to beat pair with your pallet. I ordered the grilled and fried shrimp tacos so I could try both and wow the food here is amazing. They also have a really good michilada. For a place tucked in a corner behind other places it really needs more recognition, or maybe that's what makes it a gem. Thank you to the staff for the great food. Salud read more

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We were driving through Oxnard and wanted some authentic Mexican food. If you are in the food for Mexican food, leave the area right off the freeway and head in to town. We ordered the California burrito, which was tasty and filling. They have chips and salsa which are self serve, but those were "meh". The atmosphere and decor is interesting to see. The prices were reasonable. Overall I liked the place and would go back. read more

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Place is clean good music ordered birria de chivo And the They gave me beef, After I told the waitress she kept telling me that it was goat meat , I can tell the difference between both meats, I ate it with out continuously arguing, Then the shorted me on our order with the most favorite, I ordered a fish taco which was never brought to us. I ended up ordering something else to compensate my missing item. Food, So so , Nothing extraordinary... read more

This place has the best fish tacos! They are crispy and light and fried to perfection. The portion of fish they give you is very generous. The green creamy sauce they serve on top is delicious. The restaurant inside is clean and the decor is kind of cute with handmade sunflower chairs from Mexico but kind of in a shady neighborhood. They have a nice salsa, chips and roasted jalapeño bar that is complimentary. The prices are very reasonable for the portion of food they give you. There is parking along the side of the restaurant on the alley that runs along the side of the restaurant and on the street in front. read more

Sabor - Fish taco and carne asada gortitas - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Hafta agree, THIS fish taco AIN'T NO JOKE! As Oxnard is a beach town with a strong Mexican influence, we got fish taco options FOR DAYS!!! Not far away from the festive lights and happy tunes surrounding downtown Oxnard's Plaza Cinemas, Sabor Taqueria sits just behind Buddy Burger. It's close to the Oxnard Blvd. and 6th St. intersection. Seriously, it ISN'T in the most refined part of my town, but that's what makes this such a GREAT find. Festively decorated inside with an eating area that is pretty clean. The señoras runnin' the show are always friendly and all I've talked to, spoke English. But just in case, there is a picture menu on the counter, so you can point at things, if Spanish is a foible. Counter service with a self serve AYCE fresh chips, salsa AND grilled onions bar. Yummy stuff to munch on while you wait! We ordered a few things for lunch that were brought to our table... *FISH TACO: I must confess, I might be swayed by my Filipino heritage, as tilapia is such a popular staple in our culture. So, instead of the standard cod, what's served here is battered TILAPIA, and it makes my taste buds groove like its HAMMER TIME!!! I've had tilapia many ways, but NEVER battered... go figure?!? You do have the option for grilled mahi mahi, for a healthier option. The two tacos I got were big and bigger (Rubio's would now be considered small.). Topped with shredded cabbage and a YumYum cilantro cream sauce, this has gotta be MY FAVORITE fish taco, hands down! Booyaka!!! *SHRIMP TACO, DORADO: The pictures at the counter LOOK delicious but what I got was something entirely different, sadly. Thin layer of some goulash that may have had some shrimp, inside an overcooked taco shell. Comes with cabbage to put in at your discretion. Misled by a picture... hate when that happens :( *HORCHATA: HOMEMADE with just the right amount cinnamon. Delightful! 'Nuff said. One of the pleasant surprises you'll find around Oxnard's downtown. Ya just have to take a leap of faith that THIS fish taco is truly yelptastic. Sure enough, this fan will be there, more often than not ;) read more

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Amazing owners and amazing food! They did my wedding in July up in Ojai. They are the hardest workers and deliver outstanding food every time. We loved working with Juvenal so much. If your getting married or having a big party or just need a quick Mexican food fix, have Juvenal and his wonderful team come make it extra special. Our wedding guests keep talking about the best Mexican food and fish tacos they ever had. A BIG hug and thanks again Juvenal for making our wedding so great. You are one of a kind and we are so grateful for you all. read more

Sabor - Dining in before our big day! - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

The fish tacos were so good! The place is small and the parking lot smelled like urine really bad! I don't like the area or ambiance but the actual food was good and the prices were okay. I didn't wait long and the staff were very nice.... I just don't like the area. The salsa bar was not that nice but at least you can get as many chips and salsa as you want and the salsa tasted good. read more

Sabor - Fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

--- Short Synopsis --- Sabor has a nice Mexican/Spanish ambiance and décor with delicious Mexican food to boot. I like the fish tacos here and the complimentary chips and salsa bar. --- Detailed Summary --- The interior has a nice pueblo feel to it. It provides a Spanish and Mexican vibe to the place. I enjoyed the music and decor. The seats and tables had interesting sun, flowers and colors to them. The free chips, salsa, and other sides were a pleasant treat. The fish taco was delicious! The fried crisp skin and the juicy flaky interior went well with the lettuce, tomatoes, and light green sauce. Plus, the lemon provided that nice acidity that goes well with seafood. The salmon taco was absolutely delicious with how it was cooked and the seasoning on it. It went wonderfully well in a taco form. The shrimp taco was also good, but I liked the fish and salmon taco the most. The food I had was tasty and I wish I was able to come back to try more of their food. Until next time Sabor. read more

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We find ourselves in Oxnard about every other Sunday, and we like to find good places for lunch while we're in town. We have a couple of favorites, but we wanted to try someplace new, so we hit the Yelp to find something. After reading the positive reviews for Sabor, we decided to give it a go. The restaurant is in a cute neighborhood, full of Mexican restaurants, bakeries and markets. When we entered Sabor, first impressions were good. The decor is charming, and the staff friendly. It is an order-at-the-counter place, and then they bring you the food. As you wait, you can help yourself to chips and salsa. Then came the most important part of the experience: the food! I ordered tacos al pastor with rice and beans. The tacos were fantastic. Full of delicious, well-marinated pork. While I generally like the flavor of al pastor, I find that some restaurants make them a little too sweet for my palate. That was not the case here. These had a bit of an acidic kick, and were quite good. Beans and rice were also top-notch. My girlfriend got a chile verde burrito, and she said it was quite good. I'm glad we tried Sabor. I'm sure it will become part of our regular rotation of Sunday lunch spots in Oxnard. read more

Sabor - tacos al pastor with rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

Decent prices, decent food, fresh chips and salsa!! My daughter loved their French fries too. I love the blue tables with the sunflowers very cute. I will be back if I'm ever back out in Oxnard. The hubs liked their CA burrito read more

Sabor - Carne Asada taco plate - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

Good tacos! Great service, been coming here with family for years. Oxnard californiab

My Son and i went to have Menudo on Sunday 06/10/18.it started with the waitress being very rude. We ordered 2 Bowels of Menudo 1 bottled soda 1 coffee.When we got our Menudo there was hardly any meat,as for patas in the Menudo all we got was Bones! I asked very nicely about the the patas,and i was told they ran out and thats all the Menudo they had.My bill came out to 31. 21!!! NEVER again will we go there! Not even worth a shinning srar. read more

I must say the fish and shrimp tacos here are some of the better ones in the Oxnard area. I tried a variety of their tacos and was not disappointed. They are a little pricey in comparison to others. Only reason I did not give the full 5 stars was based on price. Still a very good choice! read more

The place is a hole in the wall but is a step up from plastic booths you normally see in hole in the wall restaurants around here. I only had their asada, pollo and fish tacos but I was really impressed by their quality. I found the fish taco really good tasting but a little unwieldy and messy but the pollo and asada tacos were excellent. read more

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Living in the Bay Area, it is rare (and somewhat strange) that I never get to have a California burrito. Maybe it is due to the NorCal vs. SoCal rivalry, but most places in the Bay do not offer the California burrito on their menus. When my wife and I were in Oxnard for a wedding in October, the one thing I wanted to get was a solid California burrito. Sabor was the top rated casual Mexican restaurant listed on Yelp and I saw that they offered the California burrito, so we headed over there for lunch. Unfortunately, the California burrito at Sabor was not what I expected. Instead of guacamole, they substituted sauteed bell peppers and onions. The french fries were not crispy and were really more like home fries than french fries. While the burrito itself was substantial and tasty, it was not a California burrito. Additionally, none of the salsas at Sabor were spicy in the slightest. I guess I'll have to wait for my next trip to SoCal to get a real California burrito. read more

I ordered the pastor and chicken tacos (8 in total). The restaurant is really clean and the staff is super friendly! My friend referred me and said to try this place. The food is delicious and the prices are reasonable. The tacos are always on point! I can't find the guacamole they serve anywhere in Oxnard unless I go to LA or San Diego. Also just an FYI - don't park in the big parking lot across from the restaurant because the burger joint will call the tow company real quick. Now that's shady AF! That place looks like garbage anyways... read more

No wonder this place has great reviews! Fish tacos were amazing. As were the pastor and lengua. The lengua was a little on the greasy side but tasty nonetheless. Fish tacos were big, hearty portions and pickled cabbage with great tangy sauce. Free chips and salsa bar. Good stuff all around. Very casual place. Fun decor and paintings on the ceilings. Will def come back soon! read more

Sabor - Lengua, pastor and fish tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

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I give them 4 stars because the fish taco was tilapia. Otherwise they get a solid 5 stars for fish tacos. I promise to return and try their meats and update my review. This is the best kept secret in the Nard. They are off the beaten path but super legit Mexican food, short order style with sit down tables and authentic colorful decor. Pretty good salsa bar but chips were not great. The cilantro cream sauce with the tacos is like going to heaven and getting eternal life! DAMN!!! Tortilla, cabbage, breading, sauce and fish delicious. IF it was a different fish, it would make the tacos better and that is a BOLD statement! The fish tacos are so good, I'd feel 100% confident most things would be good there! read more

Sabor - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

I happen to be in the area and decided to yelp restaurants near me because my girlfriend and I had trouble deciding where and what to eat. This placed popped out and was known for its famous fish tacos. We were welcomed by the owner and ordered the fish tacos combo which came with rice and beans. BOMB.COM !! Everything was great including the self serve station of chips and salsa and to the wall art. Next time I'll come back to try out the bacon wrapped shrimp tacos!! read more

Sabor - The famous fish tacos w/ a side of rice and beans. - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

The quality of their food has gone down. In the past I enjoyed the fish tacos but the quality has gone down. I ordered a fish taco and a Carnitas taco plate. My mom ordered the Enchiladas and my dad ordered a fried fish plate. The carnitas were over cooked and very salty. The rest of the food was not fresh. Looks like it had been reheated several times. I had not been here in a long time. At least before I liked the fish tacos, but they're not as good anymore. Will take a lot to convince me to go back. read more

Sabor - Fish taco - Mexican Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Hand Down! One of the Best Fish Tacos I ever had in my entire life! Fish Tacos are juicy and delicious. Everything is great. Fast and friendly service and there is a lot of parking. read more

I wanted to give this place a 3-star review, but then I tried Mr R's fish taco and we agreed it was a 4-star place. Their tacos are really good. I had 2 al pastor and 1 carne asada, which they messed up and gave me 2 carne asada and only 1 al pastor. I didn't care enough to bring it to their attention, but the al pastor was way better. The 9-year old, who loves a variety of meats, was thrilled to find lengua and tripe tacos on their menu. He loved his tacos. Mr R enjoyed the fish taco (best bite of the meal) and al pastor and carne asada tacos. They have great homemade horchata and Jarritos (my favorite). It was a bit out of the way, but we're glad we went ... even if it was just for the fish taco. read more

Definitely a diamond in the rough kind of place. I wouldn't have come here had I not read all of the raving reviews on Yelp. I'm glad I did though! We ordered a few fish tacos and had some of their complimentary chips and salsa. The chips and salsa were great. The salsa tasted fresh and was flavorful. As far as the fish tacos, they were delicious. They're loaded in comparison to fish tacos that I've had in the past, so 2 tacos was more than enough for me. The fish was fresh, and the sauce was incredible. I'd definitely come here again for another mexican-craving fix. read more

Coming down from Sacramento and I will recommend this to anyone who's in the area great service and great food will definitely stop by again when in the area read more