Olas De Carlos Surf Grill

Definitely after so many years I need to bump Olas up as they are my local surfer taco shop gem and their consistency is what keeps me coming back. Olas fits Camarillo perfectly as with so many traditional mexican and Latin flavors - it's nice to have a more beachy surf shop type of Mexican spot. Variety is key for us locals and when I want something that feels familiar and is a comfort meal Olas is always there. The restaurant hasn't changed in years and that's A Ok. Wood tables and benches this is a cozy little Mexican taco shop highlighting being on the coast. They have lots of surf memorabilia and posters that you definitely know you're in Ventura county. The restaurant is clean and spacious enough that you don't feel like the tables are on top of each other. The menu board is easy to read above the register and they have different bins with bottles and to go drinks available. The staff are always friendly and welcoming here. Family owned business and they work hard. I always see the owners working away and they are nice people. You feel like part of the family here and always a pleasant experience. The reason I updated with an extra star aside from the comfortable vibes and nice staff is that they are serving up one of my favorite carnitas tacos combo in the county. Their carnitas here hit everytime and this is definitely my favorite item on their menu. The two taco plate with rice and beans is super filling and it's a solid meal. Their carnitas continue to be my go to as they are very generous with their pork portions and their carnitas are just very juicy and flavorful, a little greasy but that's actually how I like them here. Major flavor and tenderness - some of the best carnitas in the area. If you haven't been to this local taco shop and restaurant in Camarillo you are missing out and you definitely need to add them to your rotation when looking for a casual spot to stop for lunch or dinner. Highly recommend you give the carnitas a try.

The food is always delicious! The family that owns it are cool people. Sometimes I wish it was open a little later, but that's ok.

Nice people working there. Food was amazing wish we found this gem sooner. We had the steak chimichanga, Tostada and chili rellanos , they were amazing. It's been only two days and we were back for more!! Second visit was just as good. Thanks Olas for incredible food.

Can't say enough good things! Food is amazing! Can't beat the prices! Carlos has a great sense of humor. And the cook is cute! LOL He makes the best carnitas in Ventura County! Olas is always our go to for great Mexican food.

So this used to be a place my family and I went to all the time. I moved away from the area so it had been a minute since I've been in but finally I was out that way a few weeks ago and stopped in. Was happy to see they were still there and not much had changed. Carlos is always great and the service is always fast, clean, reliable. I was even more joyful to see the food tasted exactly the same and cost was still incredibly reasonable. I mean I can't tell if this burrito is a burrito or a small baby. The value you get for your money is great. The aesthetic is still the same. Very surfer grill-hangout and I couldn't be hit with more pleasant nostalgia. Thanks, Carlos!

Haven't been here in a long while and decided we wanted chimichangas. WOW. Great ones here! Just ask for it "Crispy" - i.e. extra fried (seriously - why this is not standard, I don't know). Huge, well-fried chimi. Lots of tender pork inside, with shredded cheese, lettuce, sour cream and fresh guacamole topping. Could only finish half (maybe because of the ice-cold Pacifico beer?) and had a second meal at home. Will not be a long time before the next visit. Recommend.

After trying this place a few more times, I gotta say, it's one of my favorite places. The staff is amazing, love just having genuine conversations with them and they're actual people persons, not your typical "how is your day" that you get anywhere. I recently tried the Chile Colorado and Carne Asada wet burritos, both super filling and reasonably priced. While waiting I tried a new beer they had in the display case and was pleasantly surprised. They had a whole Ventura water polo team in there raving about the food as they scarfed it down after their game. Overall it was a great experience and I recommend this place to anyone in the area.

This cute spot has beach vibes and open air windows with a nice breeze. The owners are always working and chatting with their customers which gives a very local and friendly vibe. We had some Ground Beef Tacos and they were crunchy and had tons of meat. Next time I want to try a burrito. Everything I kept seeing come out of the kitchen looked and smelled good.

Whenever i'm in town, i have lunch here at least once per visit. i had lunch today about 12:45, no waiting. Staff was friendly, efficient, and the food was quite tasty. i got a burrito that i should have shared, it was large. the restaurant was on the quieter side, even with 10 to 20 patrons. This is a great place for everyday lunch or to catch up with friends, as i did today.

My friend had recommended this spot to go eat before we headed to the movies at Regal and I'm glad he did. The burrito was so delicious. As for someone who always orders steak burritos like I always do, the chicken is something else at this restaurant. The service was quick too. The moment we ordered, we had our food at the table in 5-7 mins. They are also so generous with the chips as well, and the hot sauce. As for the interior, they have many surf boards signed and decorated all around with surf theme videos playing through out the tv's. Definitely worth checking out. Definitely becomes one of my top in Camarillo. 10/10