# Mexican food in Lower State > Authentic Mexican food that respects the tradition of the dish rather than just serving a tourist-friendly version. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/santa-barbara/lower-state/best-mexican-food ## Places (8) ### 1. Rincon Brewery Large open space offers spacious patios and board games for fun. Bold Blackened Shrimp Tacos shine in the Mexican menu. Laid-back vibe stays cool despite foot traffic, making it a great spot for chill dining and play. - Address: 205 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RinconBrewery ### 2. Dusk Bar Small, modern bar offers an intimate, moody vibe with live music on Tuesdays for a relaxed night. Fresh seafood shines with tuna tostada and ceviche options. Expertly mixed cocktails, especially margaritas, pair perfectly with chips and guacamole starters. - Address: 524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/DuskBar ### 3. Taquería Rincón Alteño Mexican restaurant serves large portions of fresh burritos and tacos with notable heat from salsas. Breakfast burritos mix eggs, cheese, potatoes, and chorizo perfectly. Indoor seating is ample, and food arrives quickly with cash only payment. - Address: 115 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Taquería-Rincón-Alteño ### 4. Casa Comal Cocina Tradicional Mexicana Small spot with authentic Mexican decor and an open kitchen sets a chill vibe. Fresh handmade tortillas make tacos like Birria and Mole stand out. Outdoor seating is limited but pleasant, perfect for enjoying flavorful margaritas. - Address: 505 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CasaComalCocinaTradicionalMexicana ### 5. Augie's of Santa Barbara Open air patio with a palm tree roof sets a lively scene. Enjoy authentic chicken poblano mole enchiladas and amazing margaritas. The exceptional tequila selection and upbeat Mexican music create a fun yet classy vibe. - Address: 700 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Augie's-of-Santa-Barbara ### 6. M Special Brewing Company - Downtown Brewery offers locally brewed beers and a chill vibe with live music and board games. Mexican food shines with mushroom tacos and tasty burritos. Outdoor seating is pet-friendly and perfect for street views. - Address: 634 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/M-Special-Brewing-Company---Downtown ### 7. Baja Sharkeez Outdoor seating with heat lamps and multiple TVs creates a lively sports bar vibe. Huge, flavorful tacos like Carne asada steak and Birria pair well with double margaritas during happy hour. Colorful decor and a live DJ keep the fun atmosphere going. - Address: 525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BajaSharkeez ### 8. Broad Street Oyster Company Seafood shines with fresh oysters and lobster rolls in a casual, chill space with a dog-friendly patio. Mexican flavors pop in Baja Shrimp Tacos paired with tasty chips. Open, shared bar areas add to the relaxed vibe. - Address: 418 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BroadStreetOysterCompany ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.