SaMo’s Oaxaca

1865 Lincoln Blvd Ste 5, Santa Monica
(424) 322-8370

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Maria Casas

Tacos meat was hard

niyat daniel

Paid 17 bucks for a burrito, filled with rice and beans no flavor :(

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

Jasmine Diaz

Oaxacan approved 👌 Foodie approved 😋

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Taylor Tejera

The guy at the front is a problem. The guy with glasses. He’s rude, lied to me about putting salsa in my bag, and walks away from customers when they are talking to him, leaves people on hold when trying to place an order. The place would be so much better without him there. I’ve been going to Samo’s as long as it’s been there, and ever since this guy has been working the register, I have regretted going there each time.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 1

Pierre Edouarzin

The only thing I didn’t like is that the food preparers don’t wear gloves.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Super Nachos

Kelley Lawson

SaMo’s Oaxaca offers a vibrant and authentic taste of Oaxacan cuisine, blending rich flavors with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

jasen west

Went here with some friends of mine who live around the corner. The people who owned the place were very accommodating even though there weren't many seats.

The price was phenomenal in comparison to other places, and the food was absolutely delicious.

The people running the restaurant took really good care of my friends, and I. It just had a real family owned, kind of feel that had a really nice charm to it.

This is definitely a place that I will visit again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Birria Tacos with Cheese, Salsa, Ceviche De Camaron, Birria Queso Tacos

Doug Alft

A superb find in a tiny strip mall about a mile from the Santa Monica pier! We're big fans of Mexican cuisine and have had great Mexican food experiences in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Mexico and our home area of Madison, WI. This list could go on and on.
Now, in telling the person who served us how great their Mexican food is, he gently corrected us that this is Oaxacan food.??
The mole was definitely of the Oaxacan style, dark, rich, ever so slightly gritty with pumpkin seed, slightly spicy and absolutely delicious! Our other choice was berria tacos ? I've had some delicious versions of this in Arizona, Wisconsin, and Texas, but sometimes they lack a distinct taste and are too wet. These were exceptionally flavorful and the perfect degree of moisture.
I only give 4 stars to give a heads up on the location. Three tables and you share the dining room with coolers and the service counter.
The staff was friendly, authentic and competent. Because of our gushing over the food, our server treated us to 2 cups of their horchata... again, delicious.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ayu ixvi

so soon good ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Honorio Hernandez

Excellent service

Food: 5

Service: 5

A Pruess

Friendly, attentive service in a pleasant atmosphere. Unfortunately, the food is bland and uninspired.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 5

Paige Lahaise

Got take out from here. I had the cheese enchiladas with green sauce and my boyfriend had the nachos with asada.
Everything was super yummy. I will definitely be ordering from here again.

Food: 5

Thomas Bautista

great food great prices ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tlayudas, Breakfast Burrito

Andrew Jones

One of the best fast casual Mexican spots in West LA. Quality ingredients, great service, friendly staff

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Howard Myones

This was so good. We got the Birria tacos and split 2 burritos. Service was lovely for fast casual.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Birria Tacos with Cheese, Burrito

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