Santa Barbara Restaurants

La Super Rica

#8 of 71 things to do in Santa Barbara

#341 of 27205 things to do in North America

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  • Address
    • 622 N Milpas St Downtown
  • Phone
    • tel, booking: 805 963 4940
  • Hours
    • 11:00-21:30, closed Wed

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Lonely Planet review for La Super Rica

This low-slung, unmarked shack - the one with the happy hordes spilling out the door - was culinary guru Julia Child's favorite Mexican restaurant. Who are we to argue? Make your choice from the 20 meals written on the board overhead, order from the window, then join local families at the picnic-style tables for authentic south-of-the-border cooking. Avoid peak meal times, when the place gets packed and searching for a seat is an Olympic sport.

Try one of their creative daily specials, or on Friday or Saturday get their famous tamales. One downer: vegetarians won't starve, but options are slim.

 

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    Authentic Mexican Food!!

    jackstone recommends this,

    One of the best Mexican food places I have ever been too, there is always a line out the door and around the corner. It's a real gem off the beaten path too. Locally owned, everything on the menu is quite delicious too. I really recommend it. The front desk at my hotel recommended it to me and ever since I have always made a point to stop off here and grab some food whenever I am in Santa Barbara. I stayed at the Sandman Inn (www.thesandmaninn.com). So affordable and in the best possible location; super close to everything!

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