Maíz Picante – Mexican
The air at Maíz Picante is thick with the savory perfume of slow-braised meats and the earthy scent of freshly pressed corn, drawing diners into a vibrant space where traditional street food is elevated to an art form. Guests savor the smoky char of al pastor carved straight from the trompo alongside the melt-in-your-mouth richness of tender lengua and birria, all served in a lively atmosphere that pulses with the soulful energy of an authentic taqueria.
2714 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara CA 93105 https://maizpicante.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its approachable and casual atmosphere, Maíz is frequently highlighted by guests as a reliable choice for a low-key meal with friends. Diners appreciate the straightforward dining experience and find the portion sizes
Menu
Tacos
- Sirloin Taco: Sirloin steak with roasted potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cabeza Taco: Steamed beef head Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lengua Taco: Thinly sliced beef tongue Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Taco: Shredded beef cooked in our homemade adobo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Taco: Spit roasted pork marinated in our homemade adobo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco: Braised pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chamorro Taco: Braised pork shank in our homemade adobo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Taco: Ground pork marinated in our homemade adobo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beyond Steak Taco: Plant based Steak Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beyond Pastor Taco: Plant based meat in our homemade adobo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Veggies Taco: Bell peppers, onions & roasted potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Premium Tacos
- Crispy Carnitas Taco: Stuffed with roasted potatoes, on top beans & Carnitas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Campechano Taco: Sirloin steak, chorizo & roasted potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Torito Sirloin Taco: Sirloin steak, chorizo & roasted potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesa Birria: Beef birria with melted cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Crispy Taco: Crispy taco stuffed with roasted potatoes, on top beans & beyond steak Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mulita: Pastor meat, Melted cheese & Guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Costra al Pastor: Cheese crust & pastor meat Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Tijuana: Sirloin Steak or Pastor with Guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialties
- Quesadilla: Flour tortilla with melted cheese & your choice of meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Volcanes: 2 Crispy corn tortillas with beans, cheese & your choice of meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito: Beans, melted cheese & your choice of meat on a flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alambre: Grilled veggies, melted cheese & your choice of meat, served with corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papa Rellena: Roasted potatoes with chipotle aioli, melted cheese & your choice of meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas: 2 Cheese enchiladas with creamy tomatillo sauce & your choice of meat, Served with beans Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Menu
- Kid's Burrito: Beans, melted cheese & pastor meat or Sirloin steak Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Quesadilla: Flour tortilla with melted cheese with pastor meat or sirloin steak Available at: dinner, lunch
Fruit Snacks
- Gazpacho Fruit Cup: Fresh Mango, Pineapple, Jicama, Cucumber, Watermelon, Orange juice, Topped with Chamoy, Tajin & Fresco cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Juice-Cleanse Available at: lunch
Beverages
- Mango Maracuya Agua Fresca: Mango and passion fruit fresh water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Frutos Rojos Agua Fresca: Red berries fresh water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Piña Pepino Agua Fresca: Pineapple and cucumber fresh water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Michelada: Beer of choice, homemade michelada mix & chamoy rim
- Tamarindo Margarita: Made with SABE Blanco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Jamaica Margarita: Hibiscus margarita made with SABE Blanco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Mango Maracuya Margarita: Mango passion fruit margarita made with SABE Blanco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Naranja Spicy Margarita: Spicy orange margarita made with SABE Blanco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
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