Cuernavaca Tacqueria
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean
10Best Says
Best al pastor tacos. Marinated pork with just the right kick of acid from small pineapple chunks scattered here and there. This iteration of Cuernavaca Taqueria is a recent addition to popular... Read More
Best al pastor tacos. Marinated pork with just the right kick of acid from small pineapple chunks scattered here and there. This iteration of Cuernavaca Taqueria is a recent addition to popular locations in Oxnard and Ventura. Just two blocks off busy State Street, it's a real find for hungry travelers and a place that locals are likely to keep to themselves. All the tacos here are amazing and the torta cubano is incredible. For a really delightful surprise, order one of their gorditas - they sound heavy but are actually delightfully light masa cakes stuffed with your choice of fillings. The veggie tacos here are tasty too, as are the potato taquitos when they have them. Limited free parking right out front with a great dive bar next door.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Geneva Ives
Santa Barbara Local Expert
- Tacos: "Also try the torta Cubana, veggie taco #1 and pretty much any gordita. And then hop next door for a drink, you know, to soak up all that food."
- Mexican: "Try the torta Cubana, veggie taco #1 and pretty much any gordita. And then hop next door for a drink, you know, to soak up all that food."
- Best for Tacos Because: Cuernavaca is a hidden taco gem in a weird location, even though it's right downtown. Easy to miss if you're not in the know!
- Best for Mexican Because: The Mexican restaurant has dishes you can't find elsewhere in town, the prices are reasonable, and there's plenty of seating. Basically a triple threat.
