“Leave The Cooking To Me”
Big Joes Tacos & Catering
Authentic Mexican Tacos. Every Plate Is Made With Time Honored Tradition Family Recipes
“ A Taste Of Mexico, Our Authentic Tacos Are Proudly Served And Prepared Using Old Family Tradition Recipes Passed Down By My Mother Known As Ofelia Patlan Sierra Or “O.P.S”. Using Locally Grown Ingredients We Preserve Her Passion And Love For Great Tasting And Quality Food. That Has Been The Staple Of Our Success And Instilled In Our Food With Every Bite And Continue To Honor Her Traditional Taste And Timeless Flavor In Every Event Catered. We Are proud To Serve The Best Tacos In Santa Barbara. Book Us Today And Find Out Why! “
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At Big Joe's Tacos & Catering, we believe that great food brings people together. Our passion for cooking goes far beyond just tacos—it's about sharing unforgettable memories of both authentic Mexican and classic American entrees with our community. Every dish is made from scratch with fresh, high-quality ingredients and crafted with love to create an unforgettable experience. Whether you're craving our signature tacos with rice and beans or our juicy ribs and tri-tip cooked on the grill, we've got you covered. We also offer cheese quesadillas for the kids and a vegetarian option of seasoned fajita tacos for non-meat eaters. Our diverse menu offers something for everyone. Whether it's for catering your next event or enjoying with family and friends, Big Joe’s is here to satisfy all your cravings.
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Our Basic Street Taco 4 Meat Starter Option 🌮
We Proudly Serve The Best Authentic Street Styled Tacos In Santa Barbara. Find Out For Yourself, Book Us Today!
(Custom requests always welcomed)
Taco Meats ( Varies 3 or 4 meat Options )
Asada- Steak
Adobada- Marinated Pork
Pollo- Chicken
Chorizo- Mexican Sausage
Substitute- Carnitas, Lengua, Cameron's, Mole, Birria, Chicharron En Salsa or Rajas
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Salsas (3)
Mild- Tomatillo
Hot- Serrano Peppers
Big Joes Spicy - Roasted Habanero
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Garnishments (3)
Cilantro
Onions
Sliced Limes
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Non-Meat Options (3)
(Custom requests always welcomed)
We Offer Two Different Meat Options For Non-Meat Eaters and Kids Option Included.
Grilled Fajitas-Variety Of Chopped Bell Peppers With Mixed Zucchinis cooked upon request only
Vegan Sausage (Add On Or Substitute Option) - Vegan Sausage Includes Portobello Mushroom & Sun-Dried Tomatoes or Plant Base Soyrizo
CheeseQuesadillas- Flower Tortillas with feathered cut Mozzetta cheese (Add Any Choices of Meats )
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Chefs Entree Recommendation-
Complete Your Meal With Flavorful Side Entrees.
Mexican Rice
Pinto Beans
Homemade Chips & Guacamole
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Meat Choices and Substitutions 🥩🐖-
Our Meat Choices Offer A Variety Of Options For Every Meat Lover. For an additional cost depending on your Choice of meat prices may vary. For example if you
“Substitute Any Of The Basic 4 Meat Option.”
Camarones- Grilled Shrimp
Carnitas- Shredded Pork
Asada- Steak
Lengua- Cow Tongue
Adobada- Marinated Pork
Mole-Chicken
Pollo- Chicken
Chorizo- Mexican Pork Sausage
Birria- Red saucertt with Goat Meat or Beef
Chicharron En Salsa- Pork Grinds
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Other Authentic Mexican Traditional Entrees 🇲🇽
We Don't Just Stop At Tacos, Experience Our Other Authentic Mexican Traditional Entrees To Ensure A Memorable Meal.
Full Course Entrees
Cheese Enchiladas- Red or Green Sauce With Beef or Chicken
Posole- Red Pork Or Green Chicken
Chiles Rellenos
Tamales-Red & Green Sauce
Chile Verde- Green Chili
Rajas con Queso- Heavy Cream and Cheese
Sopes- Refried Beans, Lettuce, Queso Fresco & Sour Cream
Gorditas- Cheese
Tortas-Mexican Roll, Meat, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Sliced Avocado, Salsa
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Big Joes Wood Fire BBQ🍗 🍖
"Big Joe Goes Beyond Traditional Mexican Entrees. Experience The Smokey Flavor Of Wood Fire BBQ Options"
(All Orders Come By The Dozon)
Baby Back Ribs-BBQ And Teriyaki
Grilled Chicken
Tri-Tip- BBQ Or Teriyaki
Grilled Sausage
(Dressings: BBQ & Spicy BBQ, Teriyaki, Chipotle Aiolo, Ranch)
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Salads 🥗
"Our Salads are Made Fresh and Vibrant and The Perfect Complement To Any Of Our Entrees or Side"
Spring Mix Salad- Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Shredded Carrots, Croutons and Ranch and Italian
Caesar Salad- Cesar Dressing, Parmesan Cheese and Croutons
Potato Salad
Macaroni Salad
Fruit Cups- Mangos, Pineapple, Watermelon & Melon With Tahini And Chamoy
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Appetizers🍟🍤
"Made Fresh On Sight, Ensuring Guests Experience The Freshest Quality Possible"
Deep Fried Options-
Calamari
Coconut Shrimp
French Fries
Jalapeño Poppers
Mini Corn Dogs
Mozzarella Sticks
Onion Rings
Taquitos- Chicken & Beef
Wings-BBQ, Spicy BBQ, Buffalo and Lemon Pepper
Zucchini Sticks
Other Appetizers
Bacon Wrapped- Cream Cheese, Jalapeños or Shrimp
Filo Shrimp- Guacamole & Chipotle Aioli
(Dressings: BBQ & Spicy BBQ, Chipotle Aioli, Ranch, Guacamole, Blue Cheese, Buffalo and Lemon Pepper)
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Kids Meal🍔🌭
Experience a wide variety of kid-friendly options at Big Joe's Tacos & Catering, perfect for even the pickiest little eaters
Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs
Cheeseburgers
Chicken Nuggets
Chicken Tenders
Hot Dogs
(Non-Meat Options)
Grilled Cheese
Quesadillas- Flour Tortillas grilled Mozzarella Cheese
Kids Appetizers
(Custom requests are always welcomed)
French Fries
Mac&Cheese
Mini Corn Dogs
Onion Rings
( Dressings: BBQ, Chipotle Aioli, Ranch, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayonnaise )
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Big Joe Tasty Desserts🍮🍨
"Experience a sweet finish with our tantalizing array of traditional Mexican-style innovative Desserts"
Arroz Con Leche- Rice Pudding with Cinnamon Sticks
Pan Dulce and Champurrado- Station Set up: Tradition Sweet Bread and A Hot Chocolate Base Atole “A Dozen Per Box”
Cinnamon Churros- Sugar and Cinnamon Deep Fried Churros (50Ct)
Ice Cream Sunday- Station Set up: Vanilla, Whipped Cream, Sprinkles, Sour Gummies, Fruity Pebble Cereal, Nuts, Chocolate chips, Marshmallows, Fresh fruit with Chocolate or Caramel Drizzle.
Funnel Fries- Sprinkled with Powder Sugar and Caramel or Chocolate Drizzling
Cream Cheese Bits-Bite Size, Rasberry Mix with a delicious Cream Cheese Filling that's Deep Fried.
Traditional Flan- Our caramel-topped custard that's gently cooked in the oven until it’s firm to the touch.
(Dressings: Chocolate, Caramel, Whipped Cream and Strawberry
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Big Joe Breakfast Menu🍳🥓
"Indulge in a breakfast packed with all the perfect options to kickstart your day and we guarantee that we will exceed your expectations"
Breakfast Sandwich- Croissants or Bagel Plain Sandwich Egg, Cheese, Bacon*
French Toast or Pancakes- Add-On Option: *Chocolate Chips* Whipped Cream, powdered sugar, Fresh fruit, Maple Syrup, and Whipped Butter
Scrambled Eggs- Add on Optional: *Chorizo* Hash-Browns, Sausage Patties or Bacon
Breakfast Burritos-Chorizo or Sausage, Flower Tortillas, Egg, Cheese, Sour Cream and Ketchup or Salsa
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Al Carte (Appetizers)
Hash Browns
Bacon
Sausage Patties
Eggs- Scrambled or SunnySide
Hash-browns
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Beverages 🥤🍓🍍- Agua Fresca Station- Our Refreshing Authentic Traditional Agua Fresca Made With Fresh Fruit. ( 3 or 5 Gallon Jugs.) Custom requests are always welcomed)
Horchata- Rice Water
Tamarindo- Tamarind
Jamaica- Hibiscus
Sandia-Watermelon
Mélon-Melon
Pepino- Cucumber
Piña-Pineapple
Fresa- Strawberry
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Iced Tea- Sweetened or Unsweetened
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Lemonade- Pink or Yellow
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Fresh Coffee- Station Set up: Includes Caffeinated / Decaffeinated Coffee, Cups and Sleeves, Sugar, Creamer, Milk or Half & Half and Utensils
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Drinking Station - A Variety Of Drinks Ranging From Classic Sodas, Carbonated Water, and Gatorade (Custom requests always welcomed)
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Pepsi
Coke Cola
Squirt
Bottled Water
7up
Carbonated Water- Perrier
Gatorade- Red and Blue
Apple Juice Boxes
(Bottles and 12oz cans-boxes)
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Other Services We Offer
" We Take Pride In Exceeding Expectations For Our Guests and Clients. Our Service Extends Beyond Simply Providing Fresh, Quality Food. We Aim To Ensure maximum convenience for you. For information about our comprehensive range of services, do not hesitate to reach out "
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Event Servers (Custom requests are always welcomed) " Our professional event servers ensure the smooth operation of your event by taking care of all serving-related tasks. They are responsible for serving guests, clearing tables, and cleaning up after the event. Their goal is to provide an exceptional dining experience "
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Ice Cream Sunday Station (Custom request always welcomed)
" Elegant Wedding Style Buffet Set Up - Service includes the use of chamfering dishes and professional servers. This setup not only elevates the presentation of the food but also ensures a smooth serving process. To enhance the aesthetic and sustainability of your event, we use elegant bamboo plates and utensils, providing an eco-friendly solution without compromising on style and quality "
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Face painting ( Varies Themes and Preferences )
" Our third-party recommendation has consistently proven to be a valuable asset to our team, having collaborated with us on numerous past events. They bring the same level of professionalism and dedication that we hold in high regard for our own staff. Equipped with all the necessary tools, they offer an extensive array of face-painting options that cater to various themes and preferences. Whether it's a whimsical fairy design, a fierce superhero mask, or a delicate butterfly, their artistic skills ensure that every child leaves with a big smile. Their presence adds an extra layer of fun and excitement, transforming any children's party into a memorable and magical experience "
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Bartender Services 🍸
"Elevate your event with our bartender services! Our qualified bartenders are skilled in crafting a wide range of beverages, from classic cocktails to innovative drinks, tailored to complement our delicious menu. Whether you're hosting a wedding, corporate event, or a private party, our bartenders will add a touch of sophistication and flair to your gathering"
At BigJoe’s Tacos & Catering, we strive to provide the best service possible for our guest. That means your thoughts and feedback are incredibly useful in our effort to provide us an understand of what we're doing well and where we can improve. We invite you to share your experiences, whether it's about our food, catering service, or any recommendations. Please let us know your input is invaluable in helping us provide you with the best experience. Thank you for being a part of our community!
- The Big Joe Family
“This review is a LONG TIME coming. Life hit and this review of a great company and great owner took a back seat. I am sorry Big Joe! Well, I took my large group of cub scouts and their families to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles. We walked from the train station to the museum and then walked to the park. By that time the kids/parents were all pooped and their spirits were a little trampled. So, when they saw a taco stand and lively music playing, they were curious and...probably... wishful that they would be the recipient of such a welcoming environment for surely this was a party put on for some other group....but NO... it was for them.
When I told the kids to run to them and that it was for them, all the kiddos ran excitedly to Big Joe who was very ready to serve up some "oh my" yummy street tacos complete with rice and beans.
The owner and his staff were amazing. I had ordered some chicken tacos for some families who did not eat pork or beef but by the time these families were up the chicken tacos were all taken. Nonetheless, Big Joe improvised and grilled up veggies and made a spectacular veggie quesadilla that made all the meat eating folks drool.
His price was NOT "fair" but REALLY GOOD. Unfortunately, when you are on a tight budget, even "fair" is too expensive at times. He really wanted to work and help out our Cub Scout group and did a fantastic job.
He is someone we will use over and over again. Great job and thank you for your kindness and generosity Big Joe!”
Sarah O.=
Glendale, Az
Carpinteria, CA
“Big Joe's Tacos was a fantastic bit of luck. I hired their taco truck to cater a very large neighborhood party in Carpinteria, and these guys hit the ball out of the park. My guests were raving about the tacos, some said they were the best tacos they ever had. Joe's men working the grill were gracious with my guests & a lot of fun while they were preparing whatever kind of tacos my guests wanted. Prior to the beginning of the party, after these men set up, they came to me & asked if there was anything they could help with, setting up or moving things. They kept the grille and their workspace meticulously clean. The party was yesterday and my inbox is full of rave reviews about the delicious tacos they prepared. They arrived 15" early, immediately went to work setting up their grille. We had 4 different kinds of meat, plus vegetarian choices for tacos. Fresh diced onions, radishes, cilantro, 4 different types of sauces, along with freshly made tortillas... I could talk for an hour about how great my experience was with Big Joe's. I'll use them every chance I get cause it was such an easy, fun experience and so yummy. $350 for 30 people. We ended up with 40 guests and there was plenty for everyone. A standing salute to Big Joe!!”
Santa Barbara , CA
We hired Big Joe's Taco to cater our mom's Celebration Of Life and could not have been more happy. Joe was very easy to communicate with which I found out in my research was not always the case with other catering companies I had reached out to. The verity of food options really made it easy to put together a great lunch for our event. Joe arrived on time and started off with appetizers that I kept hearing from our guest just how good they were. Lunch was served at the time we agreed on and wow, so good! We had a verity of tacos, tamales, beans, rice, and all the fixings. I would absolutely recommend Big Joe's Tacos if you are in the need for some great authentic Mexican food. Thanks again Joe from our entire family.