Kalaveras

Really beautiful atmosphere, very friendly staff, and exquisite food. Our server, Kevin, was so sweet, attentive and gave us some great recommendations. My sister and I were dying to try this place and they did not disappoint! Bottled Mexican cokes, taquitos dorados, quesabirria tacos, and carne asada! Definitely coming again.

I stopped by this Kalaveras to take advantage of their happy hour. When I came, they were not busy at all. There was tons of parking spots near the front and barely any other guest inside. I sat at the bar area so I could watch the soccer game playing. I got the spicy buffalo wings from the happy hour menu. I think it's a great deal because you get eight bone in buffalo wings. They also give chips and salsa as complimentary. I like the chips and salsa, it had a nice spice to it. My buffalo wings came out quick and it was good to me. When I sat at the bar, the bartender used a fly zapper swatter to get the small flies around the bar area. It would discourage some guest but it didn't bother me. The customer service I received here was great, I didn't have any issues when I was dining at the restaurant. There was no loud music that Kalaveras is known for when I was there but it could be because they save it for the night time.

Kalaveras could easily be mistaken for a soulless chain restaurant that is all style and no substance. But it delivers so much more. The atmosphere is loud. Like a club, they're always banging reggaeton music, and screaming birthday shots of tequila is not an uncommon occurrence. You can definitely come to Kalaveras to get loud and have a great night. But don't sleep on the food. The salsas are delicious and fresh. All the menu items we've tried have been really nice, like they're coming from a much more intimate kitchen. I particularly like the enmoladas which are pleasantly complex in flavor. Kalaveras is definitely worth stopping in for a fun evening.

Our bartender Nina was amazing. Friendly, easy to talk to, and made great drinks! Service was quick and they made us feel very welcome the entire time. We’ll definitely be back!

Peter Xaymountry

I stopped by this Kalaveras to take advantage of their happy hour. When I came, they were not busy at all. There was tons of parking spots near the front and barely any other guest inside. I sat at the bar area so I could watch the soccer game playing. I got the spicy buffalo wings from the happy hour menu. I think it's a great deal because you get eight bone in buffalo wings. They also give chips and salsa as complimentary. I like the chips and salsa, it had a nice spice to it. My buffalo wings came out quick and it was good to me. When I sat at the bar, the bartender used a fly zapper swatter to get the small flies around the bar area. It would discourage some guest but it didn't bother me. The customer service I received here was great, I didn't have any issues when I was dining at the restaurant. There was no loud music that Kalaveras is known for when I was there but it could be because they save it for the night time.

Michael Guynn

Kalaveras could easily be mistaken for a soulless chain restaurant that is all style and no substance. But it delivers so much more. The atmosphere is loud. Like a club, they're always banging reggaeton music, and screaming birthday shots of tequila is not an uncommon occurrence. You can definitely come to Kalaveras to get loud and have a great night. But don't sleep on the food. The salsas are delicious and fresh. All the menu items we've tried have been really nice, like they're coming from a much more intimate kitchen. I particularly like the enmoladas which are pleasantly complex in flavor. Kalaveras is definitely worth stopping in for a fun evening.

Lauren L

Our bartender Nina was amazing. Friendly, easy to talk to, and made great drinks! Service was quick and they made us feel very welcome the entire time. We’ll definitely be back!

Tony Hatch

I absolutely loved my experience at this Mexican restaurant! The food was bursting with authentic flavor, and the service was so friendly and attentive. What really made it special was the vibrant atmosphere – the black lights gave such a cool, almost otherworldly glow to the incredible calavera artwork throughout the space. It was festive, unique, and added such a fun energy to the whole dining experience. Definitely a must-visit!

Mother of Pigs

My first time here and it's really good! The service was quick! I ordered the dragon roll and my husband ordered the albondigas. Delicious!

Tisa Chappell

My brother and I enjoyed our little lunch break here. We saw that they had a sign for Taco Tuesdays 🌮 out front so we stopped in. Figured neither of us had that much of a lunch earlier, so this would make up for it. Got pretty much our choice of a table as we picked a good time to come in. Not busy at all! Friendly staff and the atmosphere was nice. TVs for the watching the sports. Food was good! I did notice many other reviewers complaining about the loud music. My sister who went here for dinner just a couple of weeks ago said the same thing. But when we were there, it seemed OK to us. It wasn’t loud at all. Maybe they turn it down for lunchtime and turn it up for dinner. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Either way, management should know they’re getting a lot of complaints about it. Tacos are $1.49 on Tuesdays. I definitely would go back to try their other entrees.

Adnan Hussain

A cousins' lunch on a Tuesday afternoon, which coincided with Taco Tuesday and the drinks happy hour too. Really good service and good food to go with. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there. We'll certainly be going back.

Meki Cox

@therealcaseykeith and I stopped here to eat lunch and it was surprisingly fantastic and not so expensive. It is definitely a bar atmosphere, however, the food is top-notch and I'm very picky. Check out the pictures. Have a great day. Thanks for the service and thanks for the meal. It was good!

MR. LOS ANGELES

Me and wife were here in Simi Valley and came across the restaurant on 4/17/2024 .We decided to go in for lunch and give it a try and I'm glad we did .We got seated right away and had the best waitress by the name of Chelsea who gave me options on what to order great personality. I ordered Ceviche which was delicious and also a Carnitasada Mojado style burrito with a Modelo Michealda delicious. My wife ordered the lunch special 2 tacos 🌮 we loved this place .I asked to speak to the Manager to leave a good feedback on out Waitress we were lucky to get greeted by the owner himself Jose who happened to be a great person himself .We will definitely be back .

The Report

The place is a little loud but the atmosphere is pretty nice. I went on a Saturday for dinner and it was very busy (30min wait min). The drinks are delicious and the food was pretty good. Had the molcajete which is appropriate size for two. Even though the place was very busy, the kitchen was on top of it! Service was great but communication between employees could be improved. It is still fairly new so it's understandable. Prices are a little on the high side but are fair for the overall experience.

Ildiko Scott

The place is a little loud but the atmosphere is really nice. Service was great an the food was great too. It was our son's birthday and they brought a shot of Tequila and a fountain candle which was awesome. But we didn't realize they charged for the Tequila.

Rocio Hernandez

This location is one of the best the food is delicious and the service is amazing

Courtney

Went here with my sister for a Saturday night out (which in Simi is hard to do) and this place did not disappoint. I got the chamoyada margarita which was incredible! Loved the the mild spice mixed with the sweet mango; bliss. Then had the ceviche, nachos and the chicharron tacos. If there is one thing on this menu that you must try, it’s those tacos. It did have an LA-feel with the love music and shifting lights, so if that’s not your scene I’d recommend giving this place a go on a week night or during the lunch hours. Hands down, will be coming back.

Maljory

Really beautiful atmosphere, very friendly staff, and exquisite food. Our server, Kevin, was so sweet, attentive and gave us some great recommendations. My sister and I were dying to try this place and they did not disappoint! Bottled Mexican cokes, taquitos dorados, quesabirria tacos, and carne asada! Definitely coming again.

Fantastic atmosphere, went for taco Tuesday and happy hour. We were a group of 3, 2 drinks each a few appetizers. Very friendly staff and quick service, our waiter came by several times making sure we had enough food and drinks

chris flores

Fantastic atmosphere, went for taco Tuesday and happy hour. We were a group of 3, 2 drinks each a few appetizers. Very friendly staff and quick service, our waiter came by several times making sure we had enough food and drinks

Paul Loy

Tonight our food and drinks were delicious and our server Francisco was amazing! All the staff that helped us was very friendly and worked together as a team! We will be back for sure.

I’ve been to Kalaveras a couple of times now and the food is quite good, but definitely on the higher side price wise. I realize that they have created more of an elevated twist on classic Mexican cuisine and I appreciate that and they do have some unique dishes like the pasta à la diavolo that is delicious. The queso fundido is very good too. I can’t recall whether they gave us tortilla chips the first time I went but we didn’t receive any on our most recent visit and it is pretty disappointing not to get any chips or salsa at this type of restaurant, especially for this price point.

The food was exceptionally delicious, with a plethora of good flavors and great sauces, presented in an appetizing manner. The establishment is very elegant and nice. However, the service, while polite, was merely adequate and lacked a personal touch. A welcoming greeting, such as inquiring about the day or occasion, would have set a positive tone. Unfortunately, the restroom had a bad odor, and the sight of a cook in uniform failing to wash his hands after using the urinal was off-putting. Despite this, I will return, hoping for an improved experience.

Hector Rodriguez

The food was exceptionally delicious, with a plethora of good flavors and great sauces, presented in an appetizing manner. The establishment is very elegant and nice. However, the service, while polite, was merely adequate and lacked a personal touch. A welcoming greeting, such as inquiring about the day or occasion, would have set a positive tone. Unfortunately, the restroom had a bad odor, and the sight of a cook in uniform failing to wash his hands after using the urinal was off-putting. Despite this, I will return, hoping for an improved experience.

I love taco Tuesday there. The street tacos are really yummy and the food comes out pretty quickly. The down fall is, you wait for refills on your drinks, no napkins or silverware at the table and the waiters don't really seem to come by often once your food is set down. I finished my margarita and waited for about 10 minutes before someone sloshed by our table, so I did not have another. Asked for the check, that came quickly and returned quickly. The waiter is very nice, but should walk by the tables a little bit more. Taco Tuesday is only $1.49 per taco so it is definitely a steel! The music was hip hop style mostly in Spanish which is fine because it is a cantina. It feels like this place should be off the hook, but there seems to be something missing. I can't quite put my finger on it, but maybe the wait staff could be a little more outgoing.

Christina Caulfield

I love taco Tuesday there. The street tacos are really yummy and the food comes out pretty quickly. The down fall is, you wait for refills on your drinks, no napkins or silverware at the table and the waiters don't really seem to come by often once your food is set down. I finished my margarita and waited for about 10 minutes before someone sloshed by our table, so I did not have another. Asked for the check, that came quickly and returned quickly. The waiter is very nice, but should walk by the tables a little bit more. Taco Tuesday is only $1.49 per taco so it is definitely a steel! The music was hip hop style mostly in Spanish which is fine because it is a cantina. It feels like this place should be off the hook, but there seems to be something missing. I can't quite put my finger on it, but maybe the wait staff could be a little more outgoing.

This is an exciting new venue that we visited during its grand opening, as it offered a unique experience. The atmosphere is vibrant and lively, and while it can get a bit noisy, many would find it enjoyable. The drinks are quite good, although the food was just satisfactory; it could be that our selections didn’t fully showcase the menu. If you prefer a quieter environment, this might not be the ideal choice for you. However, the lively ambiance makes it a fun spot to visit, especially with their $1 Taco Tuesdays, which is definitely a great deal!

Just run of the mill food and service. The drinks on happy hour are lacking alcohol.

Raul Gonzalez

This is an exciting new venue that we visited during its grand opening, as it offered a unique experience. The atmosphere is vibrant and lively, and while it can get a bit noisy, many would find it enjoyable. The drinks are quite good, although the food was just satisfactory; it could be that our selections didn’t fully showcase the menu. If you prefer a quieter environment, this might not be the ideal choice for you. However, the lively ambiance makes it a fun spot to visit, especially with their $1 Taco Tuesdays, which is definitely a great deal!

T Farrell

My boyfriend and I have been here a few times bcuz the food is good and The drinks are worth the money. But a few days ago we decided we would not be back.The staff is not particularly friendly . The waiters are nice when taking your order. But the overall service in the place is just LOUSY!! EVERY-SINGLE-TIME. Maybe they make more of an effort for the evening customers or for those who come on the weekend. Not sure! Hope so ! We have only dined there during the day and early evening . And we are pretty easy going and kind. And, No unusual requests . No demands. And we tip more than the usual. So it’s not us . We gave it a good 4 x’s And It NEVER got any better . In fact it got worse! So as good as the food was or the drinks. If your service stinks the other stuff doesn’t matter!! There are other Restraunt s who have good food and better drinks and WAY BETTER service!! We won’t be back to this one!!!