Mony's Mexican Food
Mony's Mexican Food is a counter-service taquería in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone, California, that grew out of a food truck and is known for its large self-serve salsa bar.
History
Husband and wife Mony and Jose Diaz first sold food from a truck and opened their brick-and-mortar shop on Anacapa Street in July 2013, according to the Santa Barbara Independent. Visit Santa Barbara describes it as a local staple of the Funk Zone since then, with a lunchtime line that moves fast; the bureau advises arriving by noon.
Menu
The salsa bar is the main draw, with an unusually wide range that has included a pistachio salsa. Tacos come with carnitas, carne asada, fish or vegetables, and the kitchen also serves chorizo-filled breakfast burritos and chilaquiles verdes. Early coverage noted free chips for customers eating in.
Reviews
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References
- "Some of the Best Tacos in Town". Santa Barbara Independent. Retrieved 2026-10-10.
- "Mexican Restaurants in Santa Barbara". Visit Santa Barbara. Retrieved 2026-10-10.
- "Santa Barbara Taco Trail". Visit Santa Barbara. Retrieved 2026-10-10.