Mothers

Visited on opening week and the food is incredible. Best tacos I’ve ever had. Plus amazing creations like the chorizo oysters 😍 you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Both the frozen margarita and espresso margarita were perfection. Amazing vibes, fun music. Fantastic service. Can’t say enough great things! Give them a try

Absolutely incredible experience at Mother's Tacos in Ventura! The tacos were out of this world—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made. I also tried one of their drinks which was super refreshing and paired perfectly with the meal. To top it all off, the churros were warm, crispy, and downright addictive. The service was just as impressive—friendly, fast, and welcoming from start to finish. Everything was spot on. Can’t wait to come back!

Hands down one of the best Mexican eateries in 805! Love the open modern space ambience. The sauces are on point! Definitely adds extra layers of complexity. I ordered the ceviche and fried taco. Exceeded my expectations. Will definitely be back.

We visited Mothers and had a mixed experience. The lamb ribs were terrible and really missed the mark, but the tacos were fine. The dessert was decent, and the staff, including the manager, were very friendly and tried to make things right. Unfortunately, the food overall didn’t meet expectations, so I’m giving two stars mostly for the good service.

We drove by and saw how popping this place is so decided to give a try! It was their first day open still everting seems so smooth. This place is modern and lively! People are really nice, service are great! And it’s so fun so sit at the bar to see the chefs cooking. The food is so fresh and amazing!! I had the ceviche and a taco. Both are delicious! And taco is hand made per order!! So happy we stopped by this place!

Despite there being only a few tables occupied, my to-go order for a virgin piña colada took an unexpectedly long time. After waiting for 15 minutes, I inquired about the status of my drink with the bartender. She informed me that she had not received the order from the front desk. A manager then stepped in, and the bartender promptly prepared the drink. Unfortunately, the drink itself was a letdown. The cup was not filled completely, and the beverage tasted watery, lacking the rich flavor I expected. The ice was also not crushed, which detracted from the overall quality. Given the lengthy wait and the subpar quality, the drink was not worth the price and tip. I'm hopeful this was an unusual experience and that their food, particularly the tacos, is more satisfying.

Mothers Tacos in Ventura is a game changer! The grilled octupus and chicharron were absolute perfection. The flavors, the vibe everything was top notch. I can't wait to come back and try more of their delicious menu!!

The perfect addition to Ventura. Ingredients from scratch, open fire, everything cooked fresh to order and served within minutes off the grill. An elevated yet completely approachable and welcoming assortment of all the classics. Did I mention fresh churros? 🤝

Post-hike perfection! Mothers Tacos on Thompson is a hidden gem. We started with fresh chips & salsa, elote, and mango lemonade--so refreshing! The taco platter was : carne asada, suadero (my fave!), and purple potato with a cheese shell swap (do it!). The food was fresh and flavorful, the service was incredible (4 people checked in on us!), and the remodeled space with a cute back patio made it feel extra special. A perfect Ventura spot--definitely coming back!

Great food variety - loved the ceviche, oysters and chicharrones. Fun spot for a group HH or dinner. Really solid service. Will come back again.

Sweet and fun staff! Food was great, loaded fries are bomb and a really fun variety of drinks for every phase of the meal

Delicious, gourmet tacos. Busy day when we went, but they took care of us - even outside in the line. Once we got to the front, though, they seated us very promptly and got our orders right away. The tacos were delicious. You can see how they make the tortillas in house, right in front of you, so you know it's fresh. They weren't shy on the meat. The sauces and the garnish were truly elevated. Probably one of the only places in Ventura that I can say has gourmet tacos. It is pricey, but if you are in the mood for fancy tacos and good drinks, I'd recommend coming here.

Over all my experience here was not a good. One the concept is great, order tacos and drinks before you find a seat. There is one line to order food which can back up extremely fast. I even asked if I have to wait in line for every order, they said yes. This is hard when order you are someone like me that likes to experience the menu but not order everything all at once.. I had an issue with the fact that I ordered the taco platter and got one of every taco only to be told after they were out of two meats... I mean that's awesome they have a busy day, however shouldn't the system (one order station) be aware something is 86'd? I'll save my review on the food in my second visit, if I ever go back.

Came on a Friday around 6:30 pm, expected it to be busy but was shocked at the line of people outside standing just to order. It moved quickly though, it's just a confusing system. You can't sit at a table until you order so it looks like a very long wait. Someone came to take our drink orders while in line which was nice, we got two of the margaritas on draft. They came quick, they were good but pretty sweet. I ordered a mushroom taco and a potato taco and my boyfriend got the fried fish taco plate with rice and beans. It came out to the same price as just the two margaritas! lol We went to sit but many of the tables were dirty. There's no where to bus your own table and there's not really designated servers since it's a counter service place so it is a bit messy and chaotic. We finally flagged someone down asking them to just wipe a table for us and she seemed irritated and it took her a while to come back to do it. Understandable, but maybe give us at least somewhere we can put dirty dishes so we don't have to wait at dirty tables. The food came super quick! And it was delicious. The mushroom taco was so flavorful and different than any other mushroom taco I've had. The cheese was a bit much and I pulled alot out. The potato taco was good but I think that's just because I love sweet potatoes, it was a bit bland. The fried fish tacos were also super super good. Anyways, food is delicious, I just think they need a better system for the restaurant. Drinks are a bit pricey for what they are. Tacos are worth the price! Very loud inside

Happy to finally try! Even though it's still new I feel like I am late to the game with all the reviews I hear of this place. I stopped in for some tacos and did not disappoint. Not sure what to order, the hostess cheerfully guided me through the menu. I went with most her suggestions which included Al pastor, suedero, fish and hongo tacos. My two favorites were easily the pescador and braised beef. Good flavors. Al pastor was decent but the hongos did slightly disappoint. With a tamarindo drink everything was perfect for lunch. Overall tasty food, slightly pricey, clean and open space. Would come back for a lunch like this.

Well I was very hyped to try this place after seeing this place in construction across the street from where I use to live. The downtown Ventura area needs a trendy GOOD Mexican spot. Finally got to stop by for lunch and I was dissapointed in the food but very impressed by the aesthetic of the resteraunt. Super cute industrial vibe of the resteraunt where it also meets tulum vibes and I liked that. After waiting in line to order, your able to seat yourself where you would like. I ordered the $19 dollar taco plate with churros as a desert. I went with an asada, Al pastor and chorizo taco. Honestly, the food needed salt/ seasoning. Lacked in flavor and for how expensive the tacos were, I did expect better. At best I would rate my tacos a 5 out of 10. The churros were the real STAR of the show. For $6 bucks you get two pieces and those were so good. A solid 10/10 on the churros. Overall, I will come back for the churros again, mark my words. Maybe I'd come back for a cocktail as they have a bar. Be aware out of there folks, till next time!

Oh my god, RUN don't walk to Mothers Tacos in Ventura. My friends and I finally made it for Taco Tuesday and for the first week for their Happy Hour Menu. Located in the new Gasworks area, Mothers stands out with its badass signage, cool decor and amazing smells coming from the kitchen. The service was literally impeccable. You start by ordering at their entrance and then grab a seat. From there it's table side service. Our drinks came out within minutes and then very soon after trays upon trays of food. If you need a refill or an add on you can order from your phone to save you a trip back to the front. No joke though we had cocktails and all of our food in under 10 minutes. Everyone was super nice here and welcoming. The vibes were immaculate and a special shoutout to Melanie at Mothers who checked up on our table a bunch throughout our stay. My friends and I are ballers and almost ordered everything on the menu. We tried: *Pepino Margarita *Michelada *Frozen Mango Margarita *Oysters Asada *Pastor Dirty Fries *Chicharrón *Churros *And plates upon plates of tacos: Asada, Pastor, Fried Pescado, Chorizo, Mushrooms, & Sweet Potato. We were blown away by all of the food and everything was delicious, there wasn't a dish we didn't like, and we would definitely order it all again. The portions were very generous and the food was cooked to perfection. The food is amazing here 10/10. We waddled out of there. If you made us pick our favorite appetizer, definitely was the Chicharrón as it was fried to perfection, super crispy and fatty in the best way. For the tacos, I would say you're safe with any of the choices, but my personal favorite was the Asada and the fried fish taco. This spot is popular and gets busy (rightfully so) but you definitely need to add them to your must try list. So grateful we have such an amazing eatery in Ventura. I love their aesthetic, menu, the food is amazing and the staff were really nice. Like any new restaurant it took them a little time to get their footing, but I can really appreciate that The owner and staff seemed to have taken the feedback and made this place worthy of five stars. I haven't stopped thinking about this meal all week, my friend said the same. Eager to come back and to support.

We waited (impatiently) for Mothers to open, and let me say - we were not disappointed. Delicious tacos! Their Pescado Dorado was by far the winner - thick piece of fresh, flaky fish with the perfect ratio of breading. 100% should have ordered more than one. Al pastor was right up there as well. But they have a great selection to choose from. While their dinner focus is tacos, they also have some delicious appetizers to add on. Their elote is FIRE - corn was cooked perfectly (and a hefty ear of corn at that!) and had plenty of cheese and mayo on it. Their pastor dirty fries were also delicious and surprisingly large - they were great for sharing in our group. Good selection of drinks. Mothers Margarita and Paloma were both great. It definitely gets busy. We came on a Friday night, and they don't do reservations or names. It's just one long line until you're up, you order at the counter, and they bring your food and drinks out to your table. So just be prepared for a wait when you come. Since they were busy, parking was a bit rough. They have their own lot and some of our party were able to get a spot in it, but others had to park on the street a few blocks down. Overall, a great choice for some tasty tacos!

Checked out Mothers the other night. Such a great new restaurant to the midtown Ventura area. The food was awesome and I recommend get the Plato Personal so you can try three different tacos. The rice and beans were a great compliment. On the beverage side I ordered the mango margarita. It was perfect way to enjoy my meal. At the end of our meal we ordered the churros and it was crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Overall Mothers had great service and was a great setting for a night out. 5 stars!!!

We have been twice. The first time they had only been open a week or so and it was a little chaotic. Now that they have settled in a bit, we are completely delighted. The space is open and lively (love the outdoor patio) and the service is friendly and knowledgeable. There can be a little line because you initially order at a desk, get a lotteria number, and then find a table. If you want to add anything on afterwards, you can order from your table. The food is fresh and colorful and both times we were stuffed. We have tried the tacos, dirty fries, guacamole (expensive, but a good size), and the ceviche. Everything was good but the ceviche is our favorite. They also have a pretty good alcoholic and non alcoholic drink menu. Give it a try--you won't be disappointed!

Tasty place! Great ambiance, a bit pricey, and 7.5/10 on authenticity. Tortillas are homemade but tasted like regular store bought tortillas, not as thick as you'd expect. Good service

I'd been looking forward to trying this place for a while, but wanted to wait until the initial buzz died down. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype. The prices were steep: 8 tacos, 2 margaritas, guacamole, salsa with chips, plus tip came out to $113!!!!!! $15 for Guacamole!!!! $7 for small side salsa!!! PRO TIP: buy the supplies at the super market, it'll be cheaper and TASTE BETTER. Mother's Tacos is a total rip-off! $113 -- That's a lot for what turned out to be pretty basic street tacos -- nothing memorable or unique about them. The portion of salsa was tiny (maybe 4 tablespoons?), and the fact that we had to pay extra for it felt like a rip-off. Salsa should be complimentary, or at least come in a reasonable portion if you're charging for it. The margaritas were the highlight -- strong, tasty, and well-made. Honestly, that's the only thing I'd come back for, and even then, only if there's a good happy hour deal. Service was a bit disorganized. When we arrived, there was no hostess at the front, so we weren't sure where to go. The person working the stand was clearly overwhelmed -- seating people, running food, and taking orders all at once. It didn't feel like the place was fully prepared for a lunch rush, even though it was busy. I really wanted to like this spot, but it's hard to justify $5-$8 per taco, $6 for chips with a tiny scoop of salsa, and no refills. Unless you catch a happy hour special, I'd say skip it. Definitely NOT WORTH THE HYPE. Lastly, when you pay (via square) there's a tip option. They auto selected 20, 25, and 30%! I would highly recommend, saying NO tip. They're literally robbing you of your money here. Honestly, I'm surprised they don't have valet parking to steal more of your money.

We have been waiting all week for tonight's reservation [4.26.25] If you follow them on IG they have been letting people know right now they are doing reservations, which we thought was genius! Some people asked about doing walk ins and they said they were working through the reservations but to check back within a certain time. Please have some grace during this time, they did amazing tonight, but things are undoubtedly going to come up. We brought our mom because she is the biggest critic of Mexican food and YES it was Mom Approved, and here is why: To start off the salsas were full of flavor and a they had a good selection to mix and match. That alone is how we knew it was going to be a good meal. We particularly liked the Salsa de Arbol and the Salsa Macha. The Chicharron bites were freaking awesome, but would have preferred a ball of guac instead of the guac salsa they had. We ordered extra tortillas and made tacos with them, bomb! We absolutely loved the Suadero tacos and the Asada mulitas. The Suadero was crispy and full of flavor and the cheese on the mulitas was really good. The Hongo one wasn't for me only because the thyme or herb in it was too strong for me. The Al Pastor Dirty fries were very well seasoned and definitely a good shareable portion. We saw their Octopus pictures ahead of time and came with the intention of trying it, we made tacos with those hand made tortillas and really liked that it was soft and not rubbery. Definitely paired well with the micheladas. For drinks we ordered the Horchata con Coco which was really creamy, but the Fresas con Crema one was a crowd favorite! Their Mango Margarita IS A MUST! If this was day 5, I can't wait to see them in a couple of months, a year and so on. I thought their service was great, they were friendly, seated us promptly, brought our food right away, and checked on us at all times. Our experience was such a good one, we are very happy to have them in town. Welcome to Ventura County!

Mothers is a spot I would recommend trying. I think they did an amazing job with the decor. It is pretty loud at dinner time, a group of friends and I couldn't hear eachother over the loud music (still a good vibe) so I recommend sitting on the patio. The chips and salsa are really good and same with the churros. Drinks (including the mother's lager) were amazing! I don't think I would order the elote again because it was super messy on a Cobb, although they do give you a knife. Tacos were good!

We visit family in Ventura often and have seen this place getting built out and have been waiting for it to open. Finally was able to stop in today as we were charging our car on our way out of town. We only got two carnitas tacos to go but holy cow were they good! Best tacos I've had in a long time. Hoping for their success so we can continue to come back when we're in town.

I've been a fan since the original Napa strip mall spot. We literally drive up from south of Vallejo -- passing plenty of taco stands -- just to eat there. That's how good Mother's Tacos are. 5 stars. Ride or die. When they opened in Ventura, I was hyped. I split my time between here and the Bay, and the idea of having those tacos closer to my second home? Dream scenario. But I wondered -- would it still hit the same? Short answer: yes. Absolutely. Same tortillas that make you question every taco you've ever eaten. Same deep, soulful flavor. Same magic. The only thing that's changed? The vibe. In Napa, it felt like a secret handshake. You were there for the food -- period. Tacos in a pizza box, eaten in your car after a day in wine country? Chef's kiss. Simple. Gritty. Perfect. Ventura is different -- more curated. Beautiful space, very much designed to be a "moment." And that brings in a different kind of crowd. The "I read one Eater article and now I'm Ruth Reichl" crowd. (Yes, I saw that review. I died.) Look, I've cooked in high-end kitchens under James Beard winners and nominees. That review? Giving Karen energy. This spot is not trying to be The French Laundry. It's a taco place. And it's nailing that. So block out the noise. Ignore the scene. Just sit down and let the tacos do what they do. Still real. Still fire.

Mothers is the perfect name for this establishment. The food is prepared with love & quality. The staff is great , attentive, and friendly without trying . I see their vision & what they are trying to bring to their community Quality, variety, and great at home when you enter vibe. If you are in the area I would definitely check them out , you will not be disappointed. Food is A1 Service A1 Staff A1 Aesthetics A1 A1= Top Notch Keep it going Mothers I will be enjoying while working in the area.

The long awaited Mothers is finally up and running in Ventura! I took myself on a solo date today and tried the Plato Personal. 3 tacos of your choice with rice and beans. I got the Al pastor, Asada, and fish. I really enjoyed all 3. Bonus is the handmade tortillas *chef's kiss* I ALWAYS try the rice and beans first; they're very telling of how the food will be. Rice was very good and authentic taste. Beans had good flavor but were cold. Not sure if that's how it was intended for them to be served but I personally like them served warm. Love that the plate came with a cebollita asada! No one should be serving tacos without some. I was given a flight of 3 salsas for the tacos: árbol, verde, and macha. I wasn't a fan of the árbol but really liked the verde. I didn't try the macha this time. I got the agua de fresas con crema and it was so delicious! Not too creamy or thick and just the perfect strawberry flavor. The location is beautiful. Simple yet chic decor with Mexican touches. There's a good amount of seating both inside and outside. I also really enjoyed the open view of the kitchen to see all the chefs/cooks hard at work. Service was a little slow but understandable since they were somewhat busy and still working through the opening weeks. Overall, great new restaurant. I can't wait to go back and try other options on the menu and the churros.

Finally got to try Mothers Tacos! Went a couple of Sundays ago and it was the perfect timing. Went for an early Linner (lunch+dinner). It is such a nice place, the vibe and atmosphere were just so nice and modern. The appetizers were the best!!! I preferred the appetizers over the tacos. The chicharrones were amazing! So crunchy, just perfect! Good thing we got two orders of them. Now the elote! Oh my that is amazing! Literally a Mexican street corn you get from an elotero on the street but it's an elevated more fancier version, still on the cob. The chipotle crema and the queso fresco yummy! I devoured that corn! We also got two orders of them. The alcoholic drinks are spot on. They don't skimp or go cheap on the alcohol! They are on point. The Micheladas are more on the Bloody Mary side, not what I was expecting. That's something they can work on. The tacos were ok nothing out of this world. They were good but I wouldn't go back just for the tacos. Im going to go back for the appetizers and alcohol drinks! Im going to have to try all the appetizers. Chris, the manager, came to greet us as we were eating. He was so kind and just very welcoming. He treated us to some Churros for dessert! They were amazing as well! The ones with the ice cream were the best.

I thought the food was great and the margaritas were perfect. We made sure to grab a seat outside because we had a dog with us. Had to wait a bit for a table, but expected that! The different salsas were nice to have with the tacos and chips & guac we ordered. You guys are doing good things!

Extremely poor service! Got our food before our drinks ( we waited over 25 minutes for food) The ceviche was room temperature and tasted questionable. I got the 3 taco plate with beans ( you can get them at any mediocre Mexican restaurant MUCH cheaper) definitely a skip !

Great experience! Very good food. Great amount given. Worth waiting for them to open. Taste was amazing service was great. The staff was very nice and tentative to what was needed. Would definitely visit again

I'd like to start off this review by giving Mother's some grace. This new restaurant is definitely trying to iron out some issues after opening and making an effort, which I really appreciate. At this time though, I would give Mother's a 3.5/4 stars. The ambiance is so lovely. It is obvious the owner put a lot of thought into what this space was going to look like and it looks great. Both the indoor and outdoor patio are perfect and inviting if you were to go with group/family or a date. The noise level was not bad at all. There was music playing on speakers to provide the vibes, but that also allowed you to hear/talk to your party. The order at the counter part is interesting, even though it is a familiar process. It does not seem to be the most effective way to take orders here because of the sheer volume, but again-- I think there may have been issues upon opening that are being sorted so I know it may be a case of trial and error. There is only one person at the counter taking orders, so after waiting to get in, you have to wait again to order, so it's a bit of a process. We ordered tacos (potato, carne asada, al pastor, mushroom), cooked oysters with chorizo, and the elote. Let me tell you-- the baked oysters and the elote were so good! I would go back on the basis of those two dishes alone. I did not try the potato tacos, but my partner assured me he loved his and the amount of potato in the taco. I liked the carne asada and al pastor, but personally found them a little under seasoned. I would try them again though! The mushroom taco was personally not my favorite, but that's on me. I tried it and was expecting something else. The salsa situation was a bit unclear. We were not offered salsa nor could we find any for our tacos, so not sure if it is something you have to pay for additionally or if it is even offered. We did not have an opportunity to inquire, but we will next time. A comment on the drinks-- super, super delicious! We ordered a pitcher of mezcal negroni (which already feels like a treat) and a frozen mango margarita to try and it was SO good. It's super mango-y which is a phenomenal thing. I will say it took a long time to get our drinks. Our food had already come out and we waited a long time for beverages, but after walking through-- the bar looked incredibly backed up! The observation made was the size of the bar area may be a little small for the size of the restaurant and volume of people. Possibly something to think about. But honestly, there was no way they could have planned for the volume they have encountered! They opened their doors and it's like every person in this town came out from the woodwork to try this new place. I have high hopes for the future of Mother's. They just have a few new business kinks to sort out. I'll be back and I am looking forward to it!

We had to wait a few weeks to check this place out because every time we've gone by the line has been crazy. But today (Sunday afternoon) we got in and got a table within 10 minutes. I'm glad we tried again today! So the vibe is casual, and you order your food at the counter, then take your number to a table and wait for your food & drink. The line forms through the patio dining so it's kind of a mess for the servers because they have to keep moving you out of their way. Not sure how to fix that, but someone should give it a re-think. Anyway, they offer tacos, ceviche, churros - as expected. The food was delicious!! Really fresh, really authentic. I got the taco platter which comes with 3 tacos of your choice. I got fish, asada, and pastor. The only complaint I have is that the asada was nearly inedible as I got a super sinewy section of meat. But hubby got the same taco and his wasn't like that. Just my bad luck I guess. All the servers were super friendly and helpful. You don't have just one. Like one guy introduced himself and said he'd be helping. But then another girl brought the food, and brought my husband an incorrect order. She was quick to fix it and bring the missing elements of his taco platter. But then a few minutes later, a third girl brought my husband's original order, and we had to tell her we were all set. So they probably need an expeditor, but they will work out the kinks. The cocktails came right away and were not only beautiful, but also tasty. Minor complaint. We ordered 2 appetizers- chips & salsa, and ceviche. Both of those items arrived AFTER we got our main dishes. We still ate both and they were still delicious, just out of order.

BRO, lemme tell you... it all slaps. The tacos are really good but 100% get the chicharrones !!! Talk about an incredible bite all around well done plate. Like I said, the tacos were good. But the pork belly was heaven sent. The staff is also incredible as well, you can really tell that they care about the food, the people and the product. The space is extremely clean (brand new restaurant) and shiny and new. I tell you what, the margarita was damn good as well. 11/10, no notes.

Gonna say 4.5 stars. Great fish tacos, same for the al pastor mulita. Ice cold beer, good service. I'm taking 1/2 star off for the tacos being over drizzled with sauce. I guess I can request no sauce next time. And the "grilled" oysters - these are probably great if you like raw ones, but as was, could have used probably 2 more minutes on a higher temp grill. Will def be going back to try other items, and also their "draft cocktails".

Staff It too friendly, manager was the most unfriendly. Chips were more like soggy tortillas. Drinks were on point though!!! How

The food they are serving (and will be serving as they fully open), is creative and flavorful. We had several of their tacos (Al Pastor, Carne Asada, Suadero, Hongo and Purple Potato) All were delicious and the tortillas were amazing. The Elote appetizer was incredible and the drink offerings were delicious and thoughtful. Now, commenting on service is premature in my opinion. They are still getting their timing and orchestrating thier service, so it's naive to expect this to be fully flushed out. These are experienced and committed resturant owners who deserve a little grace and support as they get fully operational. What was evident last night (4/24), was the pleasant staff who were gracious and kind the entire time, while at the same time still coming together as a team. If you choose to go during this opening time, set your expectations, be kind and be patient, and go knowing that you are part of something new and exciting. I cannot wait to go back and experience all they have to offer.

First off I make it a point to try places that are new, rated high, or that I have seen on social media. Social media hit or miss kinda like fake news. So early dinner on a Saturday. Mother's tacos driving up the 101 to Santa Barbara. TikTok led us to Mothers Tacos. What a great surprise. Tacos were amazing wife and I had 4 mixed it up. Had the margarita and a mother's Mexican lager. Marg a bit too sweet for us but still good. Beer on point! Next we ordered from the QR code and churro and our Mexican martini can and we were in heaven. Chris even brought me some rice and beans because I wanted to try them. Chris and the team at Mothers understands what service means and puts their heart into their food. It's a must and five stars all day! Great job on the service Chris!

Tonight I went to this new restaurant in Ventura called Mother's it's a taco restaurant. It was really really good here is what I got for dinner and note I'm including my my beverage and the dessert too so here it's is

Finally found our spot! Brought the family to try this place out after a long day at the beach and it blew us away! The staff was so helpful with my two toddlers and made sure we were comfortable. The food was OFF THE HOOK! Started off with the elote which we honestly could have had a bunch of that for our meal cause it was incredible. We had a bunch of tacos but my favorite was the asada because of the big chunks of steak they gave. The guac was on point and the Mothers lager was perfect. BUT the churro was like nothing I've ever had. We all devoured it together with the 3 dips it came with. Beside this the vibe was right with the music and energy of the place. Can't wait to come back with the fellas and explore the bar a little more. Could not recommend this place more for family meals like we had or just a place to have a beer, eat some good food and hang out.

So far, best Mexican restaurant for us in Ventura. Favorites: Fish Tacos, Ceviche, and Churro Sundaes! Gorgeous place and atmosphere, friendly service.

We were so excited to try this place after all the great press they had at opening like Eater LA and KTLA. Unfortunately, our experience did not live up to the hype. The counter-only queue runs deep into the parking lot and moves incredibly slow. We waited approximately one hour until we were able to order. We ordered three tacos (potato, carne asada and mushrooms). The carne asada was our favorite, however the mushroom taco was over-powered by heavy seasoning and the potato taco was quite bland. Taco competition is FIERCE in Ventura County and I can't say I'd come back for the tacos. The chips and guacamole were a highlight in flavor and portion size, as well as the dirty fries. But why is there no salsa offered with any of the tacos!? The space itself is absolutely beautiful and I imagine would be a lovely experience as full service. While it's still early days and hopefully things turn around, early decisions like going to counter-only don't appear to be working well.

Great food! Fresh. I loved the mixed drinks Oaxacan old fashioned is a must try. It's a nice new place to try. On the spot made churros. Tacos were delicious.

Ironically, this place doesn't cater to MOTHERS. My baby and I went there on a Friday 15 minutes before 5:00 pm. The line was already long. As a new mother (only moms would get this), it is hard to get out of the house (getting a crying baby enough food, to take care of yourself, picking going outside over sleep when you have lack of sleep...etc). Just to get the baby out of the car with all the gears is extra work and to just be turned away in a very rude way without apologies is harsh. They said it was only through reservations you can get in. Their website and IG specifically only said that the reservations are only for the weekend that was why we committed to going on Friday - a WEEKDAY. False advertisement. Tried again the following week. Yelp, Google and their site mentioned that they are going to be open for lunch at 11:00 am. I went for lunch and when I walked in, the manager who was in the middle of interviewing someone said that the lunch schedule is not available until the following day. I am so confused. Someone just updated their hours on all of these platforms. I don't have time to write reviews but this restaurant doesn't seem like they are courteous to Ventura.

Run, don't walk. This is our second time this week. The tacos are the bomb. Love the chips and guacamole. Margarita: yummy! The dirty fries are over the top. Friendly service and a very pleasant atmosphere. Will be back soon!

The food is very fresh, the ambiance is amazing. We had the chips and salsa, and the tortilla chips are freshly fried and the salsa made in house. Very tasty. We also got four different beverages and they were all amazing. We ordered four taco plates and the tacos (freshly made tortillas), beans, and rice were very good and the prices seemed reasonable. It is walk up service (order at the counter and then find a seat). There are still some logistics that they need to work out as a new restaurant. As a party of 4, half of our party got their taco plates, thirty plus minutes before the other two got our taco plates. Two members of our party completely finished their food and we were still waiting for our plates. Eventually we had to ask where are other two plates were and it seems there was a misunderstanding. The restaurant very kindly offered us a round of free drinks for the misunderstanding which was greatly appreciated. Overall the food was outstanding, the staff very friendly, and the ambiance great. I have no doubt the restaurant will work out its kinks and recommend everyone try it out.

The tacos were good but not a reason to go back. The rice and beans were horrible!! We couldn't believe how bad they were. No flavor in either and the beans weren't soft like they should be. I'd rather go to a taco truck and have better tacos for less!

We had an incredible experience... The food was amazing... Homemade tortillas were off the hook... The flavors were phenomenal and the atmosphere was really good... Great place to enjoy a meal and socialize... Really excited this Business landed in Ventura...

I Love their food! the hongo mushroom tacos where delicious! Friendly staff! The chips and salsa was very good! Fast service!

The food is great. We just came (1st time) tonight on a Wednesday. Tacos came out fast. Almost finished with the tacos and the drinks came. Then after that the guacamole came. The appetizer came last. Ordered another drink to my seat and it took 20 mins. They only had one bartender and for the amount of people that are here on a Wednesday they need another. Help the bartender!!

New place, so they have kinks to work out. Those who are impatient and expect a new restaurant to be the best place ever, give it some time. Facts -Thursday 1pm -Walked up to the patio and 3 employees were chatting and I greeted them -Went to the reg and the let me know they are backed up so if I take a seat someone will be there in 10-15min -Ordered mothers beer and a taco plate; chorizo, carne asada, and pastor -the wait staff were all women on this shift, cooks you can see all men. (Not that it matters just something I observed) -was at the reg at 1pm and was eating by 1:29pm Opinions -extremely friendly, no one seemed stressed even though they were "backed up" -chorizo was delicious, both the asada and pastor were a 6 out of 10. (From what I have tasted). -beer is a good -rice and beans 6 out of 10 -decor and atmosphere is pleasing -The salsa verde was probably the best I've ever had. Overall it's a good place. Especially in Ventura where it is hard to find tasty food with a good atmosphere. Can't wait for them to be fully in rhythm and maybe spend a little more time on the food to make sure the taste is right. Still 5 out of 5 because it appears like they're working hard and it will pay off.

Excited to see Mother's Tacos open up in Ventura! As someone who spent over 15 years in the SF restaurant industry, I've really missed that vibrant dining vibe, and walking into Mother's brought a bit of that back. The effort they're putting into quality food is clear, I appreciate the handmade tortillas. Big kudos for that! I understand they're still getting into the groove, figuring out clientele and inventory, which is totally normal for a new spot. That said, I agree with others, ordering at the counter works for a quick taco run, but with a fuller menu, it can be a bit tricky for guests who want to explore more without holding up the line. A few servers and bussers could really streamline things and probably encourage people to order more. Overall, I'm rooting for them. I'll definitely be back to try more items, and I hope they find the right balance and adapt quickly to what Ventura diners are looking for. Keep up the great work!

We went on Mothers Day, to Mothers tacos. The wait in line was close to an hour, but hey, new restaurant, holiday traffic, bound to happen! Roses for moms , plenty of sunshine and the aroma drifting across the patio whet our appetite. Once we got seated our waitress took our orders promptly and brought us a pitcher of beer. Our appetizer (oysters) arrived quickly, broiled with delicious creamy sauce- yum yum! The food is delicious, lots of variety and creativity on the menu! I ordered a taco plate with fish, campechano (mixed meats) and Hongo (sautéed mushrooms) I wanted to get the purple potato taco but it was sold out- next time. Everything was tasty, but that fish taco is the best I've tasted in many many moons! The staff is friendly, and although the dining room is casual, it is stylish. Once the opening frenzy settles down, this will be a great date spot and a good place to relax and enjoy good food with friends. So even if you're not into standing in long lines, I hope you'll give this place a try soon- it's worth the wait! (Mothers, you might want to put out a bench or few chairs for us old ladies). We thoroughly enjoyed our meal, and we will be back again!

New, trendy ambiance with cafeteria acoustics. Small outdoor patio with heaters. Walk up counter to order. $8 for a beer, $14 for a margarita, $4.50 for a street taco and $7.50 for a Mulita. 4 plus stars for quick pleasant service brought to the table. Al Pastor Taco and Al Pastor Mulita were flavorless. Mulita was super greasy and tasted burnt, green salsa helped the few bites I had. Taco was a good size. Does not come with guacamole on the side. Unfortunately won't be back. There are more tasty tacos out there in the 805.

My wife and I were very excited to try Mothers Tacos and finally had some time for a lunchtime date. Parking lot was nearly full, which is usually a good sign. The restaurant is very clean and very presentable, which impressed us. There was a short line to order that we stood in and when we reached the register, we were greeted by a very eccentric young man. We didn't need help ordering or have questions about the menu, but he was going to tell us about the menu anyway. We each ordered the three taco plate with rice and beans, two alcoholic beverages and a side of chips and salsa. The total was 3/4 of $100, which stung a bit for a taco shop. On to the food, the chips and salsa were great, it was your basic house salsa, catered to the masses. My wife's cocktail was good and my beer was fresh. The Al Pastor taco they served on my plate was rubbish, all fat, and terrible for the price. The battered fish taco was delicious, using Negra Modelo for the beer batter. The steak taco was good, basic street style with a good portion of steak. The cilantro they put on the tacos was old and visibly wilted. My wife's plate was different as she went with the seafood option like oyster and something else. She did get a braised beef taco that she said was terrible and chewy mush. Overall, it's a fancy street taco shop that is heavy on the dining experience (even though you have to stand in line to order..). It's worth a try and your experience might be better than ours. If you want authentic Mexican food that doesn't empty your wallet, there are much better places in Ventura and Ventura County to eat from.

Great food and great service! Have gone there two different occasions loved the ambiance inside and outside.