Alma Fonda Fina

Delicious dinner from start to finish. Excellent service, tasty branzino and the chicken enchiladas “Alma” were other worldly. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was incredible and delicious. Best tacos ever and queso fundido was very tasteful

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Unbelievably tasty food, everything was so fresh and flavorful. Can’t wait to go back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely amazing. We were totally blown away by every dish! We spent a special weekend eating out in Santa Barbara area and this was our favorite place. Thank you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alma Fonda Fina is something special. Montecito can be a tough crowd- fussy people with more basic tastes. This is not your typical restaurant and I don’t think the neighborhood truly grasps how lucky they are to have it. The dishes here are so creative and really pack a punch- we got nearly everything on the dinner menu with our larger group, and the variety was incredible. Their halibut ceviche with passion fruit and grapefruit wasn’t like anything I’d ever had before. The Baja-style fish tacos were another favorite of ours, and so was the ribeye chicharron (our second time getting it, it doesn’t disappoint). And their house made tortillas just melted in our mouths - it was all truly authentic and presented beautifully. The service was solid and consistent, great recommendations and evenly paced.

This is probably one the best restaurants in the Santa Barbara area at the moment. There is magic happening in this kitchen, it’s not to be missed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Personally I thought it was a bit bland compared to other similar establishments. Service was great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Several weeks ago, I ordered takeout from Alma and was highly disappointed. I reached out to them privately to explain the situation, but they have not responded to my message; hence, I am writing this here.

I ordered veggie tacos and a side of beans. It was $37 (food plus an 18% tip), and I ordered at around 5:00 pm. It said 40-50 minutes. I arrived a little after 6 to pick up my food. The food wasn’t ready, so I waited.

I went back in to ask to add some guacamole and salsa to my order. The person working at the time was dismissive and immediately thought I was coming in to ask about my order timing. Then I paid another $19 for guacamole and salsa, plus a tip. It took another 20 minutes to get my food. At this point, I had waited about an hour and a half. There were about 4-5 other parties there when I arrived and left.

I was severely disappointed by the tacos when I opened them at my house. The “veggie” tacos were two tortillas with little more three potatoes on each. As someone who doesn’t eat meat and paid $50+ for a vegetarian meal, this is quite sad.

I have eaten at Alma before, and they have always provided great service and delicious food. This is my first time ordering takeout. I have never contacted a restaurant for service, questioned the quality of food, or left a negative Yelp review because I understand that the restaurant industry and work can be very challenging, especially in Montecito with demanding clients. Yet, this is unfortunate, and I hope they can do better for future customers.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Excellent food. So good we had to go back for lunch. Tuna tostadas are a highlight and best in class.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Tasty breakfast burrito.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent! Best breakfast burrito I’ve had in a long time. Prices are super reasonable for Montecito too. Thank you guys!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

This has to be hands down the best food I’ve had in a long time maybe even the best food I’ve ever had. When looking at the menu, everything looks so simple but wow they truly put thought into every ingredient going in to the dish. I had the burrito Alma- I thought it would be very basic but this is the best burrito I’ve had in my entire life! My husband had the taco suadero, taco ensenada and ceviche cuixmala and we would rate all of it 10/10. I think the ingredients are what makes this place what it is- everything tastes SO fresh

Amazing service and really great food! Overall a very pleasant experience

What a gem! Alma Fonda Fina is consistent and delicious. My weekly lunch and dinner spot. Ceviche is mouthwatering with a kick. Ribeye Chicharron, always save a little to take home, served with handmade flour tortillas to die for! When in season the Tacos de Papas are an unexpected treat. End your meal with the Arroz con Leche, I wish I didn’t love it so much!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place was absolutely amazing. My wife and I always walk by as we’re in the area and everyone there always seems to be having a great time, so we thought we’d give them a shot and wow. How great. Our waitress, Breezie, was so fun, knowledgeable and quick. Our food was honestly one of the best in all of Santa Barbara and everything comes out family style so my wife and I could share everything. Great time, great place, we’ll be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A buddy recommended this place, since he worked for this chef years ago. The menu and process behind it was delightful. Our waiter was amazing and the food made me do a rac dance of approval. A few weeks of Instagram worthy places and good without flavor, I should have gone sooner!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5