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Samo's Oaxaca
- Santa Monica
- $
Mexican
Quick
- Food
- good
- Vibe
- unclear
- Perks
- good
Food: Hearty servings and explosive flavors
Samo's Oaxaca takes you on a culinary journey like no other. Its classic Breakfast Burrito is described as the bombest in town, offering an experience full of flavor and hearty appeal. The Carne Asada Taco and Oaxacan Burrito are equally esteemed for their tender, flavor-packed meat. The restaurant showcases remarkable creativity, an unforgettable taste, and fresh ingredients, they even offer the rare-to-find handmade Sopes with fresh meats. Despite some minor misses in takeaway orders, the generous portion sizes alongside the outstanding quality make every penny spent here worth it.
Great Quality
Fresh ingredients, excellent seafood, consistently high-quality, authentic preparation
Okay Variety
Menu clear and extensive, yet sometimes misses in takeaway orders.
Top 3 dishes at Samo's Oaxaca
- 1
Carne Asada Taco 🏆
Meat is tender, flavorful, and well-complemented by cilantro and onions.
- 2
Classic Breakfast Burrito
Breakfast burrito described as bombest in town, very flavorful, with hearty appeal.
- 3
Oaxacan Burrito
Delicious, flavorful burrito, very good with meat or vegetarian options.
Vibe: Dull ambiance compensated by food
Despite the strikingly unique and diverse food offerings, Samo's Oaxaca falls short in terms of ambiance. The dull interior could use an upgrade - creating a more vibrant and lively space that matches the explosive flavors offered in their dishes. Still, the unforgettable dining experience makes up for the lacking vibe.
Bad Ambiance
Interior described as very dull, hurting the restaurant's ambiance.
Perks: Servings of speed and accommodation
Despite the limited parking space, Samo's Oaxaca compensates with their very efficient and friendly service. The staff is quick, attentive, and consistently accommodating, catering to varied diet preferences with their extensive plant-based and vegetarian options. The restaurant also offers flexible indoor and outdoor seating options, making it suitable for different dining experiences.
Great Service
Staff consistently mentioned as friendly with quick and attentive service.
Okay Outdoor
Indoor and outdoor seating options cater to different dining preferences.
Hard To Park
Limited parking in small lot, concerns about cramped space.