Love the food here and the service is amazing . The owner…read morehimself treats you like family and makes you feel so welcomed This is me and my hubbys place

3.5 stars. We came here for dinner on the tail end of our trip to Solvang. It was included on a…read morelittle discount card from our hotel, but we actually forgot to use the discount, which was our bad. We enjoyed the dinner, not bad for a Mexican restaurant. I got the fajitas plate. The steak was a bit tough and dry. I probably would pick something else if I visited again. Cocktail was OK, it was a little "desabrido", which in Spanish translates to bland or a little tasteless. It needed a little kick or more sweetness. Ambiance itself was great, as was the service. Very personable, warm, and friendly. Based on that alone, I would recommend trying it out. Perhaps I just did not find my dish as tasty and satisfying as I would have liked.

We stopped by for dinner after 8:00 p.m., and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The…read morecomplimentary chips and salsa were delicious. We also ordered margaritas sweetened with agave--home run! I ordered the birria tacos with consommé, and my husband ordered the Governor's tacos. Both were amazing! Our server, Karla, was very attentive. She checked on us several times and offered us dessert. We never felt rushed, even though it was close to closing time. The atmosphere was comfortable, and the staff took great care of us. We will definitely be back!

Bait and switch! A group of us stopped here and we asked if it was happy hour. The waitress said…read moreyes and we proceeded to order beers, house cocktails as well as food which was not happy hour pricing. We were all shocked when we got our bills. They charged us regular prices! I asked what was up? The waiter said, "only 1 size beer and 1 specific cocktail was happy hour pricing". At no time did she tell any of us. We were 12 people. They suckered all of us! And the food was meh, nothing special. I'd give a zero star if that was an option. We come to this area a lot. But we'll never go here ever again.

Came in on a Sunday morning. Service was pleasant and fast. Salsa appears made in house. A little…read morewatery and lacking a kick, but was flavorful. Ordered the enchilada suiza, rice was fresh, moist, and properly spiced. Beans were tasty and had ample cheese on top. The enchiladas were a little small but had good flavor. The verde sauce was different than I am used to, but had good flavor and set off the chicken and cheese perfectly. I will return and try a different dish, and I was not disappointed this trip. Out the door with a full belly. One person, the meal and a drink for $29 (tip included). Well worth the money.

I've lived in Buellton for 7 years and this spot hasn't been inviting at all. We once tried to eat…read morehere and actually left after being seated because it was not a welcoming atmosphere. However, the new ownership and revamp had really brought this place back to life. We just came to eat here for lunch and it was great! The parking is easy, we were able to get seated quickly on a Sunday, and the staff were very friendly. Chips and salsa came out quickly and I really liked the salsa! We opted for the tostada salad with chicken for our meal and it was excellent. The prices are super affordable and the ambiance inside is really nice now. We will definitely be back!

On a Sunday morning during my stay at Flying Flags in Buellton, I woke up craving some good menudo…read more With four Mexican restaurants surrounding the resort, I had a few options to choose from. After looking through photos and reviews, I decided to give Burrito Lalo a try. It was only about 1.4 miles away, right off McMurray. I ordered the menudo to-go and decided to go without "pata" (pig's feet), along with a bottled Coke. My order was ready in about 5 minutes, which was impressive. The young lady who helped me was friendly and packed everything nicely in a cardboard box, including all the fixings and a bag of chips. I have to admit, the menudo was very good! The broth tasted clean, flavorful, and delicious. My only reason for giving it 4 stars is that I would have preferred a little more hominy to balance everything out. There were also plenty of large chunks of tripe. Depending on how you like your menudo, that could be a positive or negative. Personally, I prefer my tripe cut into smaller pieces. Overall, I really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend Burrito Lalo to anyone looking for a good bowl of menudo in Buellton. My only advice is to make sure you tell them exactly how you like your menudo, especially the size and amount of tripe and hominy. That part was my mistake for not asking. Either way, the menudo was delicious, and I would definitely give Burrito Lalo another try the next time I'm in the area!

What a fantastic little place. It's very unassuming. However, looks are very deceiving. The food is…read morefantastic and the service was very good. I had the Tres Amigos (3 tacos) and they were filling and tasted delicious. My wife had the flautas. They were also fantastic and a huge portion of food.

During a recent trip to Buellton, CA, my family and I decided to stop at Rudy's Mexican Restaurant…read morefor some good Mexican food, and I'm so glad we did! It was a beautiful, hot and sunny day, so we decided to sit outside and enjoy the weather. We ordered the shrimp taco plate, chicken taco salad, classic burrito, and some additional shrimp tacos that unfortunately didn't make it into the pictures. We were welcomed with fresh chips and had the opportunity to try as many salads as we wanted from the salsa bar. I also enjoyed a nice, cold Corona while we waited for our food, which was perfect on such a warm day. When our food arrived, everything was fresh, hot, and cooked to perfection. Everyone in my family enjoyed their meals, and there were absolutely no complaints. We were all full and satisfied when we finished, but instead of rushing out, we simply sat around and enjoyed the moment together. That's what makes a family meal even better. Our server, Ms. Gutierrez, provided excellent service. She was friendly, attentive, and consistently checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. The restaurant was very busy, but the service remained great. The restaurant was also clean, welcoming, and had a great atmosphere. And the prices were very reasonable! Our bill for four people, including food and drinks, came in at under $85, which I thought was a great value. Overall, we had a fantastic experience at Rudy's. Great food, great service, reasonable prices, and most importantly, a great time with my family. I would definitely come back again the next time we're in Buellton. Thank you, Rudy's, for a great experience! We'll be back!

Stopped here with my family for breakfast after a camping trip to Lake Cachuma…read more First time visitors and we enjoyed the vibe, food and overall dining experience at this restaurant. The service was EXCELLENT! The food was very tasty and fresh, prices were reasonable for the portion sizes and the employees were extremely friendly and welcoming. The restaurant itself was clean and well organized, We will DEFINITELY be back the next time we come out to visit Solvang which is only three miles east of this restaurant.

My friend and I were craving Mexican food while in Solvang and decided to try Don Nacho's Café…read moreafter finding it on Google and I'm glad we did! The food took a little while to come out, but it was definitely worth the wait. Everything tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and full of authentic Mexican flavor. You can tell care went into the dishes. The only thing to keep in mind is the portion size it's a bit small for a Latin restaurant, especially at around $20 per plate. Still, the quality makes up for it. Customer service was okay. Since you pay before eating, they didn't really come by our table to check in, which felt a bit impersonal. The place is very quiet, nice decor. Overall, I'd recommend it just know the portions are on the smaller side!

I finally got to try Don Nachos Café on Tuesday the 15th after missing out during my visit to…read moreSolvang last year when they were closed. This place is very tucked away--almost hidden. If you aren't looking up while walking or specifically searching for it, you could easily miss it. It feels less like a traditional sit-down restaurant and more like a casual, fast-food spot. You order at the counter yourself, and while they do bring the food to your table, they don't really come back to check on you. The space is very small both inside and out, with the outdoor seating area feeling especially tight. As for the food, the taste was excellent--fresh and delicious. However, I agree with other reviewers that the portions are quite small for the price. I paid $20 for my main plate and was still hungry, the portion was very small, so I ordered the beef nachos with all the trimmings. I have never seen tortilla chips so tiny and light at a Mexican restaurant. The beef was chopped into such minuscule pieces that it completely blended in with the beans, making it hard to find but you could taste it, just a bit strange I have to say. That being said, the flavor was still very good. While the prices feel a bit high for the amount of food you get, the quality is definitely there. Interestingly, while I left wanting a bit more, the portions were actually perfect for my girlfriend. For the first time ever after eating Mexican food, she didn't feel totally stuffed and didn't even need a Pepcid, which says a lot for her sensitive stomach! Again, the portions are small, she was happy with it, I was a bit too hungry afterwards and trust me, I've never felt hungry leaving any Mexican restaurants or Mexican at a fast-food place. I guess it will also depend on what you order, I read some reviews "so much food", I don't know how much they ordered and if they ordered many different plates of food to share and taste, where of course you can say "so much food", but if you order regular dinner for two people like we did, I still have to say "portions are small" and you will feel hungry afterwards that's why I ordered after my regular dinner plate nachos supreme, and I explained how the "supreme" was anything but; however, very tasty and worth trying it for sure, and I would personally order it again if and when I may visit Solvang again. Basically, order a few different plates if you want to fill yourself up, otherwise, you'll leave feeling good but still a bit hungry. Not knocking the place, it was just my personal experience as far as the amount of food or lack of, but the freshness was definitely there and for Mexican food, it was very light, and that's also a good thing. We both had room for a danish pastry and that was a good thing and still were not stuffed, which is also a good thing. Overall, if you are someone who expects huge plates of food at a Mexican restaurant, this place won't give you that. But because the food tastes so fresh and great, I totally recommend it, I enjoyed it and would definitely eat here again on my next trip to Solvang to try some different dishes.

As vegetarians, my family usually struggles to find decent offerings at Mexican restaurants,…read moreusually settling for bland bean-and-rice burritos, cheese enchiladas that clearly were made haphazardly (if not out-right cooked from the freezer), or calorie-bombed nachos. This is not the case at Dos Carlitos in Santa Ines! Yes, my kids split the order of nachos, but the ratio of black beans, tomatoes, and guacamole to cheese made this mother happy. The vegetable tostada was loaded with grilled vegetables and the freshly-made tortillas were incredible! Finally, the cheese enchiladas (we're creatures of habit) were freshly cooked, with more of those in-house tortillas, and they were, according to my husband, some of the most delicious that he's had in a long time. Service was courteous and prompt, and we were greeted by the host in a very pleasant manner. I have to give a shout-out to our busboy, who was fantastic, ready with water or chip refills before we even thought to ask (whatever his name was, he was working Thursday, July 23 at noon). In short, Dos Carlitos is a first-rate Mexican restaurant! We love how it is not loud or overfilled with patrons. One might balk at some of the high prices, but in general I have to say it was overall worth it!

It's been years since I was last here. This visit, some friends were craving Mexican and I…read moreremembered coming here a few times. Like prior reviews, it's more Tex Mex for me. But food is still good. It's a nice little restaurant right in the heart of Santa Ynez. A cute little town with restaurant and some shops. Theres plenty of parking along the street as well as a small lot behind and to the side. You'll find parking somewhere. There's both inside and outside seating. I personally prefer outdoor as it can get stuffy inside. It's not that big inside and the seating area are over sizes chairs so it can feel stuffy. Just my opinion. Regardless, the menu does offer pretty much loads of dishes. The salsa and bean salad that's brought out with chips is always good. Don't fill up on it though. Drink wise, it's was quite strong this visit so worth the money. Also, the guacamole was good. Decent amount for sharing. A few dishes were had. The grilled chicken salad which was quite nice with the dressing. Then there was the shrimp tacos. The shrimps were pretty big which was nice. Two tacos with a small sides of beans, guacamole and salsa. Also the chicken enchiladas with both rice and beans. And the carnitas meal with rice and beans. Food is good and flavorful. It's alway busy so they're doing well. Each visit, it feels like it's more of the locals that visit versus tourists. Overall, the visit was nice. Chips with the salsa and bean salsa were good. The meal was enjoyed as well as the margaritas. A little pricey for Mexican food but with location, it works. More Tex Mex in my opinion but much appreciated and enjoyed. Friendly staff and good service.

The two taco plate was very tasty! The service was quick, and the staff were all very nice.read more

Very authentic food!! My wife Latina huge critic and she loves this place!! Highly recommend this.read more

My entire family loves Los Agaves. It's Mexican good done right. The staff here is super friendly…read moreand knowledgeable. The location is also nice as there is plenty of parking. On a few occasions we also got some outdoor concerts. It's a lovely small restaurant with very flavorful food options. I highly recommend trying them out.

Coming from the Bay Area, I definitely had pretty high expectations for Mexican food and Los Agaves…read morewas rather impressive! My friends and I came on a busy Taco Tuesday. You order and pay at the register, grab a number, seat yourself, and your food (along with complimentary chips) is brought to your table. There were plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options. Everything else is self-serve, including drinks and salsa/toppings. Their salsa bar had a great variety and I honestly loved every salsa I tried! You can't go wrong with whatever you choose, but I recommend the avocado salsa. My friend and I swapped a taco from each of our plates, so I was able to try their tacos al pastor and tacos del mar with halibut. The al pastor was particularly flavorful and well marinated, and to my surprise, I enjoyed the pineapple bits in the taco. The halibut tasted fresh and the chipotle sauce on top paired nicely. I also love a good side of rice and beans and I can't even put my finger on it, but it was just so tasty. It got pretty busy during the dinner rush and I was seated right along the order line, but nothing too disruptive to our dining experience. Overall, the food was solid, the staff was friendly, the service was quick, and the vibes were upscale-casual and lively.