HomeState

We had a lovely evening at home State. So excited for their new location, conveniently located at Lincoln and Wilshire! The staff is so friendly, the service is quick. Order at the counter and grab a table. There’s plenty of room - both inside and on the patio. The queso a real highlight, great guacamole. Highly recommend any of the tacos with brisket too!

Brand new location in Jan 2026. Tacos (they’re more like mini burritos) are very good. We like all of the vegetarian options. Two per person was enough for us. Nice restaurant and patio. Dog friendly. Park behind restaurant or on street.

This place rocks. Great service, food and vibe. Jack behind the counter is very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend! Santa Monica needs more quality establishments like this.

Flour tortillas were good. The Migas and salsas were great. The chicken taco was solid but the trinity was pretty disappointing. A little pricey for what you get in my opinion but great service and the back patio is a nice feature. If you’re in the area def worth a try! 🙂

Ordered three tacos (the Trinity, Guadalupe, and Pecos) along with chips & queso from HomeState via DoorDash and was honestly blown away. All three tacos were great, but the Pecos was my favorite—the brisket was incredibly good and full of flavor. The chips and queso were also excellent, and you can tell the chips are freshly made. My only minor downside was that the bottom of the chip bag was mostly crumbs, which made it hard to finish the queso. Overall, a fantastic meal. I’ll definitely be back—next time I’ll eat in so I can enjoy everything fresh.

Love the food here! Affordable and delicious

Well deserving of its rating. Very good brisket tacos and quesadillas, filling portions quality ingredients. Also the service is excellent quality. I will also add that the restroom is very clean; so rare in LA unfortunately.

Enjoyed dinner there the other night - loaded queso, and several tacos. All were amazing, but some standouts - potato taco (vegetarian) had a nice crispy potato the brisket taco had super tender brisket. and the fort worth with the tomatillo ranch and spiced chicken - spectacular. The queso portion was generous, and they provided a second small basket of chips so we could eat all it all up! Will go back, for sure!

So stoked that Homestate is in Santa Monica because I used to have to go all the way to Playa Vista for it As always, Homestate serves some awesome TexMex breakfast tacos. My personal favorites are the Trinity and Blanco. The Blanco is vegetarian with egg white and mushroom and it's soo good! The Trinity is a classic with eggs, bacon, cheese, and potatoes. They have both corn and flour tortillas but highly recommend the flour! This new spot is pretty spacious and super clean. Staff are also really nice! Free parking in the back too!

I had a side of brisket, crispy potato's, and a chocolate chip cookie. Unfortunately the food was just very salty. I also didn't like that they don't sell traditional sodas. That said the service was very kind!

This is my first time at HomeState, and I'm glad I finally got the chance to try it. HomeState serves Tex-Mex style food. I really like the open space with communal picnic tables inside, and there are several bar seats for solo diners. The patio area is great, too. This would be a good place to relax with cocktails after work with friends. As for the food, I was a bit indecisive about what to order, so I went with two tacos because I was planning on having a donut for dessert nearby. Keep in mind, these tacos are different from street tacos, but they are also pricey. I ordered the Trinity ($5.50) for a breakfast taco and the Tijuana Panthers ($7.00). I got both on flour tortillas because I read online that they are known for them. Trying one from the breakfast menu and one from regular menu allowed me to sample each. The Trinity taco was pretty good, with fluffy scrambled eggs and crispy bacon, making it a solid breakfast taco. I preferred the Tijuana Panthers taco, which had tender brisket, queso, pico de gallo, and crispy potatoes. The pico de gallo and queso complemented the brisket well. However, the potatoes were a bit sad and soggy, which was disappointing. I actually thought they were browned apple slices at first! This is a new location, so hopefully, they can resolve this issue. When I asked for recommendations, the staff member suggested a brisket one, but I went with the Tijuana Panther because it offered better value with all the toppings. Overall, the tacos were on the expensive side, but they didn't really wow me. The brisket was quite good, but $7 for a taco is quite steep even in Santa Monica. That's my two cents!

HomeState may be Tex-Mex, but the vibe is pure California. Light wood, black iron trim, and an absolutely gorgeous patio--heated, covered, and shielded from street noise so you can actually relax and hear the people you're with. Walking inside, I was genuinely gobsmacked by the size and warmth of the space. Community tables so big they reminded me of the Last Supper--built for laughter, sharing food, and lingering way longer than planned. I was immediately greeted with a warm, friendly hello by the male cashier. I asked (half-jokingly) if they used seed oils in the flour--because this isn't Texas, after all. He laughed and said, "Let me ask my manager." Stephanie came over and was fantastic. She explained that the flour tortillas are made simply and cleanly: flour, butter, water, and a touch of baking soda. That's it. I bought a bag on the spot. Food order: * 2 brisket tacos * 2 ground beef tacos (modified, no cheese--no problem at all) * Chips and guac Everything was insanely good. The ground beef was deeply flavorful and comforting, and the brisket was tender, rich, and basically hijacked my taste buds--pure happiness with a dopamine rush to match. The guac was fresh and perfectly balanced, and the chips were addictive in the way only good chips are. Between the communal tables, the welcoming staff, and food that feels both nostalgic and elevated, this place nails the feeling of family dinners and shared laughter. High-quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and a space that actually makes you want to stay. Tex-Mex heart. California soul. I'll be back--often.

I've been a regular at their Sherman Oaks location ever since they opened across the street from me, so I was excited to check out their new Santa Monica spot while I was in the area. Right away, I noticed this location is way more spacious, which made it easy to find a seat . As usual, the service was super friendly and efficient. Everyone was welcoming and the food came out quickly and was all warm and tasty! I ordered a few of my favorites: *Brazos (veg)-black beans and Monterey Jack *Chicken-spicy chicken, guac, and cabbage *Blanco (veg)-egg whites, mushrooms, and Monterey Jack *Crispy Potatoes *Chips and Guac *Cookie Milk Iced Coffee-chocolate chip cookie steeped oat milk and iced coffee *Hibiscus Limeade-steeped hibiscus flowers, fresh lime juice, agave The only downside is the parking situation as it is mostly metered or pay lots nearby. I don't love paying for parking, so I found a free spot about a 10-minute walk away. Not ideal, but worth it. Overall, great experience.

Driving by, we were so surprised to see a new HomeState location! We quickly pulled over and decided to stop for breakfast tacos on a Saturday morning around 9:30am. We found out that the location had only opened this past Tuesday - such a pleasant surprise! The building was spacious and clean, with a lot of staff working. The tacos were delicious as always. They weren't consistent in their temperature (one was room temperature while one was hot) and one was overstuffed and falling everywhere. Regardless, I highly recommend this new HomeState location!

HomeState Santa Monica is consistently excellent every time. The brisket and chicken tacos are always on point. Generous, full of meat, flavorful, and done right. The frozen margarita and spicy Paloma are perfectly balanced and refreshing. Patio seating adds to the laid back vibe, and the staff is helpful, welcoming, and always on point.

Came here during grand opening week. The staff were all ready and available to assist and happy to answer questions. The food had a spicy kick pretty much with everything we ordered. There's an outside heated patio and indoor dining area. Very California Tex Mex if that makes sense at all. Our order was delicious but a tad bit needing more sauce.

This new location is super spacious. They have a nice, heated patio as well. I ordered the Comal taco and the vegan taco with soyrizo. The soyrizo taco could have used something else- maybe some pickled onions or sweet potato, or a little different taste. The service was excellent during the soft opening, would definitely come back.

So glad to finally see one of my favorite breakfast restaurants open up in downtown Santa Monica! This location is truly special, large patio (heated) seating, a long indoor bar (hopeful for happy hours in the future), and plenty of friendly staff taking care of you every step of the way. Big shoutout to Jack and his team. Being from Texas, nothing beats a good breakfast taco and this spot has it down perfectly. My go to (always on flour) is the Guadalupe w/ potato and the Trinity w/ jalapeños. Today, the portion sizes were very generous and two tacos were perfect for brunch. Can't wait to come back soon!!

Everything is so open and inviting! They have a mix of country and Mexican music playing in the background. Everyone is super nice! They make you feel welcomed and super attentive. Always with a smile and a spring in their step. Word of caution, their margaritas are not for the faint. Strong and bold. The food was mouthwatering!

The service. The two young men were amazing at giving me ideas for ordering since this is my first at HomeState. There is plenty of sitting. There is outside sitting and inside and it's well lit

Excellent on all fronts! We tried 6 flavors and they were all delicious. Ricki was beyond helpful and hospitable! Thank you!! This is a wonderful addition to our neighborhood. See you again soon!!

Food was good! the queso and chips, coffee and cookies were my favorite. love that the meats come from regenerative farms. staff was great, especially Luis!

We came one evening and it was packed! But no line at all when we were ordering. The server was very friendly and helpful with making suggestions. We ordered 4 tacos: chicken, beef, brisket, and vaquero. We also got a size of the cowboy cup with chips and the spicy paloma and beer. They initially forgot to bring us our beer, but the server was very apologetic when I went up to ask about it. The spicy paloma was probably my favorite part of the meal. It seems like they are known for their brisket, as it is in quite a few of their tacos. However, I thought the brisket was a bit dry and tough... Chicken was flavorful but also tough. Of the tacos, I liked the ground beef the most. The tortillas are very soft and fluffy. Cowboy cup was decent. I really liked that it had pickled jalapenos. The space is nice. i really like that they have a large outdoor patio with plenty of heaters. A nice addition to the neighborhood, but I'd steer clear of the brisket tacos until they change the recipe...

Homestate is the BEST. The staff is beyond friendly. They go above and beyond to make sure you have the best dining experience. The food is delicious. I have been to this location three times and everything I have ordered has been delicious. Run don't walk!

Even while in soft opening mode still, this place is such a well oiled operation and welcomed addition to Santa Monica's Mexican food scene. Every taco I've had so far has been as sensational--especially anything with the gently scrambled and deep yellow farm fresh scrambled eggs. The queso, chips and the pinto beans are all 10/10, too. The crispy potatoes were flavorful but not quite as crispy as hoped. The house verde salsa must be made fresh daily and really adds flavor dimensions to the tacos. Best of all: a happy and welcoming staff shows why Home State is so popular wherever they open. Oh, and the heated patio is a swell spot to eat.

This place is really, really great! Very much enjoyed the food, atmosphere and the customer service is excellent.

Great food. The loaded queso dip was delicious. The Tijuana Panther also super yum. The kids loved it so we'll definitely be back.

Great addition to this community. The brisket & the potato tacos are both outstanding. The queso is excellent, the side sauces are very good & the Ranch Salad is delicious. The margaritas wow ! Great engaged, attentive & caring service. One suggestion the straws are not worthy of those margaritas.