Elubia's Kitchen Food Truck – Mexican
The air around this vibrant food truck hums with the savory aroma of hand-patted pupusas and slow-simmered chile verde, drawing diners into a soulful celebration of Central American street food. From the golden crunch of dobladitas paired with traditional casamiento to the rich, jewel-toned layers of Guatemalan enchiladas, every dish serves as a colorful tapestry of heritage and spice. Each bite, whether a cheesy mulita or a tender stuffed pepper, captures the heart of authentic home cooking served fresh under the open sky.
325 Rutherford Street, Goleta CA 93117 https://elubiaskitchen.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding food quality and delectable, fresh ingredients, frequently highlighting the welcoming service that ensures a warm experience from start to finish. Celebrated for its intimate setting, this neighborhood addition is praised for its cozy atmosphere and consistently high standards that keep guests planning their next visit.
Menu
Main Dishes
- Pupusas - $8: Cornmeal flatbread with choice of filling: Revueltas (Cheese, Carnitas, Beans), Diablita (Chorizo, Jalapeño, Cheese), Zucchini with Cheese, Potato with Veggies, Loroco with Cheese, or Vegan options (Beans, Potato, or Zucchini). Topped with cabbage slaw. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Plate - $18: 1 Pupusa, 1 Garnacha, 1 Potato Taquito, and 1 Dobladita. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dobladitas Plate with Casamiento - $16: 4 corn tortillas filled with chicken, folded and sautéed, served with lettuce, tomato sauce, cheese, and Casamiento (black beans mixed with rice and peppers). Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Verde with Vegetables - $15: Pork or chicken with tomato sauce and optional vegetables, served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Enchiladas - $14: Corn tortillas rolled around choice of meat, cheese, beans, potatoes, or vegetables, covered in chili pepper sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guatemalan Enchiladas - $14: Fried tostada with lettuce, pickled beet and vegetable mix, ground beef, tomato sauce, and dried cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Chicken (Gallina Rellena) - $18: Chicken, pork, carrots, potatoes, chayote, cabbage with vinegar, beets, and tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guatemalan Stuffed Peppers (Chile Rellenos) - $15: Roasted poblano pepper stuffed with vegetables and chicken or beef, covered in egg white batter. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilaquiles - $8: Fried corn tortilla pieces cooked in salsa, sprinkled with cheese. Served with eggs, beans, and rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mulita - $10: Two corn tortillas with choice of meat or cheese, monterey jack cheese, onions, and cilantro. Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers and Tostadas
- Potato Taquitos - $8: Fried tortillas with potato filling, topped with lettuce, tomato sauce, and grated Cotija cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garnachas - $8: Small handmade tortillas topped with ground beef, marinated cabbage, tomato sauce, and Cotija cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Rind Tostada (Tostada de Cueritos) - $9: Fried flat corn tortilla with pickled pork rinds, vinegar, jalapeños, and carrots. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Tostadas - $7: Fried flat corn tortilla with black beans and cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tinga Tostada - $9: Fried flat corn tortilla with shredded chicken or beef, lettuce, cheese, and sour cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guatemalan Empanadas - $8: Cornmeal flatbread with cheese, carnitas, and beans, or veggie options (zucchini/cheese). Topped with cabbage slaw. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Patties (Tortitas de Papa) - $7: Potato, carrots, onion, and cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Fiambre - $20: Traditional chilled salad with sausages, cold cuts, pickled baby corn, onion, beets, pacaya flower, cheeses, olives, and chicken. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozole - $12: Traditional hominy soup with meat, garnished with cabbage, peppers, onion, garlic, radishes, avocado, and lime. Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Horchata - $4: Traditional rice milk beverage.
- Lemonade - $4: Freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Hibiscus Tea (Jamaica) - $4: Sweetened hibiscus flower tea. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fruit Salad Drink (Ensalada) - $5: Traditional beverage with finely chopped fruits. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cucumber Lemonade - $4.5: Fresh lemonade blended with cucumber. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
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