Jonathan J.
10/11/2025
Truly exceptional Mexican food in a simple modern space with nice people. My new favorite tacos in Santa Barbara
Maíz Picante Taqueria
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2714 De La Vina St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Maíz Picante in Santa Barbara, CA, offers a modern take on Mexican street food, drawing inspiration from traditional elements of El Maiz and El Picante. Their tacos are crafted with authentic nixtamal tortillas and feature a blend of quality ingredients sourced from both Mexico and local producers.
In addition to their freshly made tacos, the menu includes refreshing aguas frescas, margaritas, and micheladas, ensuring a vibrant dining experience. With a commitment to exceptional flavors and quality, Maíz Picante invites patrons to enjoy a taste of Mexico in a casual setting.
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Julio V.
8/18/2025
Gave this spot a try while visiting Santa Barbara. They have a great selection of authentic Tijuana style tacos. The tortillas felt homemade (not sure) and were delicious! All of the tacos we...
Senor D.
8/7/2025
There are Tacos and there is Art, Craft and Culture. There Tacos are delicious. From the Muletas to the Shrimp Tacos they are delicious. The Birria, Cabeza and lengua are great too. All the...
Scout A.
12/9/2025
Fantastic tacos with unique flavors! Every single time. Personal preference for chickens and shrimp. Their salsa is also outstanding.
Madelyn S.
5/15/2025
Recently on Reddit, I saw someone call Maíz Picante one of the underrated taco shops in SB. My mom and I were in the area and decided to stop by for dinner! To start, I got a tamarind jarrito to...
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