Sabor Mix Latino in Victoria

1412b Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 1M6, Canada

★★★★☆
(164 reviews)
Categories: Latin American restaurant Restaurant

About

latino family inspired cuisine ; tacos , chicharrones , yuca , burritos , homemade fresh juices and more .

Website
sabormixlatinobc.com
Address
1412b Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 1M6, Canada
Plus Code
CJGP+X2 Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–6 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–8:30 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–8:30 PM
Thursday
11 AM–8:30 PM
Friday
11 AM–8:30 PM
Saturday
11 AM–8:30 PM
Sunday
11 AM–6 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Offerings
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch Dinner
Atmosphere
Casual
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.2
★★★★☆
164 reviews

Most Mentioned

pupusas (20) burrito (12) priced (9) birria (8) salsa (7) pork (7) horchata (5) cheese pupusa (4) asada (4) curtido (2)
5 stars
110
4 stars
25
3 stars
4
2 stars
9
1 stars
16
December 3, 2024

I was so excited to find pupusas in Vic, and the owner is very nice, but all three of us felt sick after eating a "loca" pupusa, two with full-on food poisoning symptoms.

★★
November 17, 2024

Ordered the pizole which is a soup and chips and salsa to go there was almost nobody else in there and it took nearly 30 minutes plus they forgot the chips and salsa the food tasted fine it's definitely missing some seasoning the service needs some real help more than anything . Also a little bit more on the expensive side for what it is

September 30, 2024

Food was terrible. We had the Birria burrito, and Asada Tacos with Salsa and chips. The Birria tasted like unseasoned pork. The rice in the burrito was the consistency of porridge. Overall the burrito had no flavour at all, I loaded up with their green salsa hoping it might make it better but the green salsa only had a faint cilantro flavour. The asada tacos were the same story, no flavour. Which was surprising since they were topped with cilantro and raw onion. Maybe old toppings? The chips were fine, the salsa was not great either. Seemed to be a blended liquidy sauce the colour of Rose pasta sauce. Again not much flavour, a little bit of spice. Sorry to say I won’t be returning.

★★★★
March 24, 2024

I had the taco sampler and the fish fry. They were both very tasty and I’ll be back.

★★★★★
January 10, 2024

Best place for authentic Latin American cuisine in Victoria, hands down. I've seen other reviewers mark down the atmosphere but the bright colours and general vibe fits the elevated street food perfectly. Must-haves include papusas, every taco (pastor and asada are my favs), and tilapia if they have it (served whole).

★★
December 28, 2023

Today’s visits was very disappointing. This is only 2nd time at Sabor and sadly, it will be my last. I didn’t even finish the 3 tacos I paid for. The tortillas were very stale as if they had been sitting open for a few days, the meat filling (I got beef and pork) tasted like it was cooked 1 or 2 days ago, and all the fillings were extremely dry and very unsavoury to eat, it was like eating paper but extremely chewy. This is only my 2nd visit and I drove in from Sidney to have their tacos today, and I can honestly say, I won’t be back. It was a very disappointing meal. $3.50 for a tin of pop is just wrong I wanted to be honest and transparent about the food. Last tidbit, the place needs a deep clean, the windows that overlook Douglas Street are covered in smears/grease marks. All the best Sabor

★★★★
October 8, 2023

Good place to have a variety of mexican food. The service is good. The atmosphere is ok. The place is kinda small but for enough people.

★★★★★
December 31, 2022

The absolute best Mexican spot in town! Nothing beats it. I’m from Los Angeles and have some high standards when it comes to Mexican food… this definitely hit the spot and felt like I hit the jackpot! They are really well known for their killer pupusas. Both that and their carne asada burrito were addictingly good!!! Even my vegetarian friend loved his food! The staff were so personable and very friendly with both service and suggestions. Definitely worth a visit and I will be a regular here!

★★★★★
December 2, 2024

Awesome authentic food, very reasonably priced and the service was incredible!! The staff was so sweet and we had a great experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

I had an amazing experience at Sabor Mix! The food is bursting with flavor, with authentic dishes that truly stand out. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it the perfect spot for a family meal or a night out with friends. The staff were attentive, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do. I highly recommend the meal plates or their tacos, they anre exceptional! Sabor Mix ia hidden gem, and I can t wait to come back again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Good hotel bar. Great staff. Interesting drinks. Highly recommended.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Eat it.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

best authentic taco in Victoria and it s not even close

★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Excelent food and service. Great mexican taste.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

This food is amazing the staff is fun and really cares. The price is unbeatable. Come to Sabor mix this place SLAPS

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

5 Booms

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Best taco ever! Great service! Good value! 1000/10

August 23, 2024

Bad service, the girl who served us today did not smile and made a bad face. I felt cheated with the fish tacos I ordered since they took me more than 30 minutes and it was only one taco.

August 23, 2024

Bad service, the girl does not smile, reflecting that she does not like the work.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

This place is fantastic! Staff is super friendly and the food was authentic and delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Authentic

★★★★
May 23, 2024

Third stop on our unofficial Vic taco tour. Only veggie option was beans and cheese pupusa which didn t have much flavour. Still an authentic place with great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Try the 5 favorite sampler to figure out which ones are the best. We love them all. Additionally, the pupsas, burritos and any of their homemade sauces or salsa are divine.

★★★★
April 23, 2024

This restaurant has excellent food, setting, and service, so you will love your meal here.

April 23, 2024

Wayyyyyyyyyyy too expensive for what it is

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Best food outside of Latin america

★★
April 23, 2024

The tacos are a little dry but the person serving is nice

★★★★
March 23, 2024

This restaurant has it all: delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and a comfortable dining experience. Many thanks to the entire Sabor Mix Latino staff for making tonight an unforgettable event.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

We love the loroco popusas because we are vegetarian. We tried there and they were delicious. We also love the horchata drink. It was just right not too much sugar not too much ice. The over all experience was great.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Always delicious, tastes like home food, and kind, good service. amd great music.

★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

I got the chilli pork burrito, it had zero heat and was 50% rice but still very tasty. Sadly the size was too small and not filling, very disappointing given that its $17 not including tax and tips. The store owners *BLAST* their music out of a club speaker pointed at the small dining area. I dont know how common this is in Latino restaurants, but it was way louder than other ones Ive been to in Vancouver and it was very uncomfortable for me having to sacrifice my hearing for this meal. The service was very cold too. The lady came by once to drop my burrito on the table and immediately left, forgetting I had asked for a glass of water in the order, though she did bring me one after I asked again. In the end I almost regretted giving a tip because of the whole experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Excellent place, delicious food

★★★★
March 23, 2024

The meal is consistently good. Service has always been excellent.This restaurant is one of the greatest in Victoria City.

March 23, 2024

Salsa tasted like Tomato soup & chips were definitely out of a bag and a bit stale the Tacos were ok The tables and chairs were cheap and very beat up (should have taken this as a sign!!!)

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

This place is a Little hole in the wall, so its easy to miss but its worth finding it! The food is AMAZING and the people who work there are lovely. I think its the best Mexican food in Victoria!

★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Quality , fresh and delicious food... variary menu

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Amazing authentic birria tacos do yourself a favour and order 5 of them. knew the food was going to be phenomenal when I had to use my Spanish to order.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best burrito in Victoria. Amazing service.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I have never had anything as amazing and authentic as this business. This was my first time trying them, and I will definitely be back. Between the meat, cheese, tortillas, and salsa, it all came together to make a beautiful meal. Saucy, stuffed, and an amazing price for everything you get. I tried one of everything, and there isnt a bad thing I would say about it. It was cooked great, flavored perfectly, and tasted like heaven. The horchata to wash it all down was even better than I imagined. Absolutely fantastic, 10/10. I have never had anything as amazing and authentic as this business. It was the first time I tried them and I will definitely return. Between the meat, the cheese, the tortillas, and the sauce, it all came together to make a beautiful meal. Spicy, filling, and an incredible price for everything you get. I tried one of everything, and theres nothing bad I would say about it. It was very well prepared, with a perfect flavor and tasted heavenly. The horchata to wash it all down was even better than I imagined. Absolutely fantastic, 10/10.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Ordered a chicken burrito, birria burrito, and some cheese pupusas. All super delicious but the chicken burrito was a stand-out!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food was really nice. The music too loud to make the meal enjoyable

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food here is so good! The food is very authentic and the staff is very friendly.

★★
December 23, 2023

Great food, but I truly think they have never gotten an order correct. I always go in person to pick up and end up waiting for at least half an hour extra because they have only included 1/3 items and given the others away! Every time this happens they are simply unbothered and don t seem to care! Unfortunately, this has happened too many times and I will not be back.

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Low quality care :/

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

incredible birria

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Staff are very warm and the food was fresh and delicious. Love the murals - undeniable energy that makes it a fun place to eat out with friends.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Real mexican food! The pozole was freaking amazing!!!! Loved it so much! Muchas gracias! Food

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great food nice people! Authentic mexican food right down town and very affordable!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Ive been hunting for pupusas for ages. Im so glad Sabor Mix Latino opened! Finally good pupusas!

December 23, 2023

Startlingly aggressively bad. I have no idea how the reviews are so positive. The meat in the asada tacos was both bland and overcooked. The corn torillas were somehow dry and partially crunchy instead of soft and steamy. The onion was very bitter and the only flavor. The tacos were also overfilled, making for giant, dry mouthfuls overpowered by raw onion. The bean side tasted like canned unsalted black beans that had been microwaved for 30 seconds with shreds of tasteless cheese added on top post microwaving, which was totally unmelted. The music in the restaurant was extremely loud. The wait for our tacos was 15 minutes, even though the restaurant was mostly empty. All that raw onion left us feeling sick after. Worst tacos of my life. I did not know it was possible to ruin a taco so badly.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good tacos and service.

December 23, 2023

waited 40min , forgot my order? felt like some people served . felt ugly .

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I was in visiting Victoria and had received recommendations about this place. I love the logo, I thought it was amazing when the drawing/logo looked just like the owner. The owner was such a lovely person and was so kind. The reason why I give it a low rating is the Pupusas and the horchata weren t that good. Traditionally in El Salvador, the beans in a bean and cheese Pupusa made with refried beans. The pupusas had whole beans. We also ordered revueltas, the pork was red. Not that it was undercooked, but I think it was seasoned pork. It wasn t very authentic Salvadoran but more of a take on Salvadoran food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Amazing food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great option for Mexican food.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Legit

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The lady who served me wasnt very friendly. The food was good. I had Pupusas.

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Terrible service

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

A delight!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great burrito, good amount of meat, and great taste. The size was definitely worth it for the price. Unlike the other places downtown where the tasteless yuppies like to eat, youll actually be full when you leave here.

December 23, 2023

I just want to make it clear that it is bad service where they give you pork birria and not beef or goat. They get confused in the service and want you to pay for the mistake they made

December 23, 2023

I am born and raised South America and I have never experienced such rude people who don t care about their customers. The food was not at all what they said it was and if your looking to experience traditional South American food DO NOT GO HERE! I ordered chicharrón and yuca with a bottle of water. I received pork ribs with tortillas and packed so thoughtful as to place my water on top so when I got my lunch order at work my water was hotter than I was. I called back the next day to speak with the manager and they had zero interest. Treated me like oh yeah then go somewhere else. Like they have so many customers my business is not important. SO DISAPPOINTED I WILL NEVER RECOMMEND AND ABSOLUTELY WARN MY LATINO FRIENDS AND FAMILY!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Best doll in Victoria!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Server was super rude and closed early, even though they didnt state it on their website. Closed the door in my face. Delicious tacos, extremely poor service. Although the owner is amazing!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Truly exceptional papusas. Even if you re coming to Victoria on a day trip, you should take the time to come here.

★★★★
December 23, 2023

The birria ramen was very tasty and very meaty.

★★★
December 23, 2023

I have been here a few times since they opened and I think they have changed the cheese in the pupusas which has changed their flavor and quality (in my opinion). Tried the birra taco today and it had great flavor. Although the food is good, there doesnt seem to be any kind of urgency on getting food out quickly (i.e.: ordered one pupusa and one taco and waited almost 40 minutes - there was only one other table waiting for food). So if you are strapped for time, I wouldnt recommend going here. If you have nothing but time, then the food is worth the wait.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Everything here is good. You should definitely eat here.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Decent fare. The meat was a little tough, but this is the closest to Mexican street food you will find in Vic and I will definitely return.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Most amazing authentic tacos I have had since I lived in Mexico, highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

It s really awesome, you can t find such authentic Mexican food in Vancouver

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Muy rico tacos y chilaquiles so impressed by this place, the tacos were all amazing and was pleasantly surprised by how generous the portions were. A must try in Victoria

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best food and atmosphere! The staff incredibly sweet. The music and decor are perfect! I had the tacos so so soooo delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

If you want to have a real taste of LATINO culinary taste. This is the place to be! Kudos SEÑORA Sonia.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Delicious authentic Mexican food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Fantastic food, friendly staff!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Pupusas, chicharrón, tacos and roast beef. To die for!! So so good. Definitely coming back next time in Victoria.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Delicious and authentic Latino food. Ill be back again and again:)

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Love your papusa! Thank you - another great order tonight

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Fantastic tacos. My fav is the birria taco. Cant wait to go back and try more of the menu!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

We need more authentic places like this. Also, thanks for introducing pupusas to Victoria, my absolute favourite food in existence. :)

★★★★
December 23, 2022

Great tacos and papusas, great prices! Felt very authentic. Will be back

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Delicious!

December 23, 2022

(Terrible service, in order to give you the food you have to pay before, that is unpleasant, how can it be that if I want to order something else I have to order again) Terrible service, to be able to give you the food you have to pay before, that is unpleasant, as it can be that if I want to order something else I have to order again

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

These are hands down the best tacos in Victoria. Try the Birria and Adobado.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

La papusas were amazing. Get the loroco, its alittle taste of El Salvador. Waitress was really nice, she amused my broken Español. One thing tho, ask for more salsa and curtido.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Really great burritos and tacos! I have been quite a few times and every time the burrito is ever so slightly different but that honestly makes it part of the fun. Every time it s amazing so no worries. Highly recommend this spot. Everyone who works here is SO nice and very welcoming. Love this spot!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Chicharron with Yucaaa!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Had a delicious pork burrito, with very generous portions, heavenly flavours. Ordered ahead for pickup, very easily. Definitely going to go back and check out more of the menu. Love the vibe in there, and the smell is amazing!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Authentic Latin food, it was amazing and great value for what we paid. A must go to place if you love Latin food

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The food is absolutely delicious, everyone is lovely and the horchata is amazing. Everyone go here!!!

★★★
December 23, 2022

Food was ok but 25 minute wait to get 3 tacos in a half-full restaurant is not cool

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

So delicious

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Had the pupusas and horchata, everything was great!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Excellent little gem. Tastes homemade!

December 23, 2022

food is delicious no doubt about that but the service .. leaves a lot to be desired seems to be impossible to place an order and when if you do it s gonna be a long wait.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Amazing food, and amazing people

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Vegetarian options: Really good.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

This place has become a favourite! Everything is delicious and very reasonably priced. The pupusas are my go-to but the tacos are great too. Recently we also ordered the chicharrones with tortillas and WOW. So delicious. It did take a bit longer to get to the table compared to the tacos but so worth it. The staff are all super lovely too. Get the salsa verde!

★★★
December 23, 2022

I liked my veggie burrito but there was no salsa provided. So be sure to ask if you like salsa on your burrito.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The pupusas are so delicious, I have to order at least one every time. Tacos are also very good and come with a double corn tortilla.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Looking for a good place to have a good Saturday brunch with my friend Jose and we found Sabor Mix Latino (opens at 12:00 p.m.), Susie recommended Caldo de Res, which it was amazing, my roots are Latin and I can say this is the real deal if you want to experience Latin food. The space is small and from your table you can experience the aromas of the foods being cooked

★★
December 23, 2022

Disappointing overall. We spent 35 minutes waiting for our order (six tacos). It wasn t busy and no explanation offered. Meat was dry in both the steak and pork tacos. Birria tacos were mostly large pieces of fat and inedible.

December 23, 2022

The staff is so rude. I think they don t want sales and customers. Thats how it seems like. I am never going back here.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

This place is so good! I shared the 5 tacos plate with my partner and every singles one was delicious. People there are so welcoming and nice - and were patient enough to let me practice my Spanish while ordering. 100% would recommend!

Local Guide
December 23, 2022

I didnt try anything else, but dont go here for pupusas. I got the cheese/pork ones, and they were very bland. The inside was very mushy, and I couldnt even tell that there was pork or cheese in it. The curtido is an important complement for pupusas, but even this pickle wasnt good at all. It was very bland too. Pupusas are my favorite food, but this place skimps out on quality. Very disappointing meal. Ive never had pupusas I didnt like until I went here. Also, the available table for four we sat down at was dirty with food spills on it, and they didnt even come to clean it for us.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

This would be my last meal if I got to pick and was on death row. Amazing. Edit: The reason I m on death row is because I ordered some pupusa s from here and some dude stole them out of my hands, yada, yada death row.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Truly authentic! Really nice people. Food was wonderful!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great spot for some tacos

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Wonderfully quirky hole in the wall with excellent Tacos. Had a 3 combo, as well as a Pupusa for less than $20. Great value, very yummy taste, and love that the verde hot sauce that came with it, pulled no punches and had an awesome kick to it! Loved it!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Great place. Amazing food and service.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Had beef and pulled pork tacos best in town!!! Authentic :) Had pork and cheese Papusa tastes like your Auntie is making it with Love!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Simply put. Amazing . Fresh, friendly and good vibes well priced, definitely coming back

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Easily the best tacos in town. Great people too! 10/10 recommend!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

I ordered the Tacos and they were so good, my friend got the burrito and it was honestly amazing!!! The workers are great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Food was delicious! And! They gave us fabulous service!!

December 23, 2021

Restaurants like these make me wish google allowed a negative rating. I ordered the carnitas burrito and I can sincerely say it was the worst Mexican food I ve ever tasted. The meat was not meat, it was just fat. I had 2 bites and had to stop before I threw up. The worst part of it all is that restaurants like these give real Mexican food a bad rep. Don t waste your hard earned $ or time by stopping here.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Amazing little place downtown Victoria! Staff are super kind and friendly. Food was delicious! We will definitely be back! Thanks for being so amazing!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

This was my first time eating pupusas and they did not disappoint! Everything tasted fresh, flavourful, and made with love. I liked the pupusa queso the most! I hear their tacos are also very good. Will have to try next time Im there....most likely tomorrow.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

The food is well priced and the staff are some of the nicest people around. This is hands down the best place to get tacos burritos and tamales 10/10 would recommend to anyone out there!!!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

The fried fish and fresh tamarind water is very delicious . The popusas are also delicious

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Today I placed my first order for a Latin mix flavor and I loved everything, without a doubt, the best Latin food restaurant in Victoria

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

The pupusos are amazing. Fresh and delicious. I ve been looking for something like this in Victoria for ages. So glad they are here and I ll be back to try everything.