Cajun Kitchen Cafe

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9 years ago

Slightly on the pricey side. The beenets by themselves were delicious, buttery, warm, powder sugar was perfect. Make sure to get them. We got them without extra toppings and it was wonderful. The huevros rancheros was a ton of food, great mix of everything - fresh acovado. The service did seem to take a while to get to us - and we were there on a Tuesday morning around 10. read more

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Kevin F.

8 years ago

Great food and service! Perfect eggs Benedict. I would only change a couple of things. 1) More crab in the crab cakes 2) Add Crystal hot sauce to the table. 3) offer red beans and rice as an option in lieu of the potatoes. Great bloody mary too, perfect amount of spice! read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Bacon Bloody Mary with fermented Vodka! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Side of red beans and rice, because it's not a Creole breakfast without it! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Crab cakes egg Benedict. Next time I am going to sub the potatoes for red beans and rice with andouille and so should you! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Samantha P.

9 years ago

This place was amazing ! My bf and I came to Santa Barbara for fun and wanted to get something great. The greeter with red hair was nice and sweet . Our server was kind as well. He got our orders fast and I kid you not the food came out in 5 minutes. Food was amazing ! Hashbrows were nice and crispy. The grits were so good too! Love this place ! Hope to come back soon ! read more

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MJ A.

4 years ago

Visiting SB with the family and heard they have beignets which I love but are hard to find. I decided to visit and enjoyed their food and service. We had some burgers and sandwiches which everyone liked. The beignets weren't anything special but steak fries were a hit. read more

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Tania H.

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Absolutely loved this place. My fiancé and I were visiting SB and after seeing their menu online I knew I had to try this place. I'm vegetarian and I usually have a hard time finding breakfast spots that don't have boring vegetarian options as well as delicious options for my fiancé who's not vegetarian. I got the chilaquiles and they let me substitute the sausage for soyrizo- first let me add that I'm Mexican and I have high standards for chilaquiles, but these exceeded my expectations. I had never tried chilaquiles like this before! The sauce was not really green or red but it was absolutely delicious and not too spicy. My fiancé had the jambalaya and egg plate which he loved. The service was great! Everyone was super friendly and they kept our coffee cups filled! Parking was easy to find (on a Wednesday morning). Ultimately Cajun Kitchen Cafe did not disappoint and I can't wait to come back and try more of their delicious food! read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Partial menu pic - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Chilaquiles with soyrizo instead of sausage & the jambalaya and egg plate - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Dineaux H.

4 years ago

What a great place to eat. The appearance and cleanliness of the restaurant was impeccable. The service was fantastic and the food was some of the best I've ever eaten, from the mini beignets which were better than those at Cafe Dumon in New Orleans (hot & fresh), the pancakes were fluffy just how I love them, scrambled eggs look like a picture on TV and the sweet potato fries were excellent. A customer for life whenever I'm in Santa Barbara I'm coming back. read more

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Catalina S.

6 years ago

Everything was delicious! Staff was friendly and attentive even though they were super busy. Overall great service & amazing food!! read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - French toast, bowl of fruit & Huevos Rancheros - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Tiffany D.

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Love this place!!!! It's a cute little cafe that's within walking distance so we stop by here every time I visit. The first time we came for breakfast and they asked us if we wanted coffee, we both said yes thinking it was free but it wasn't (sigh). We ordered crawfish etouffee and the jambalaya and since they knew we were sharing, they even split it for us! The jambalaya was good but the etouffee was excellenttttttt. It even came with cornbread which was so so so good. Our second visit we got beignets which were sooooo good. I would for sure recommend ordering those. They were so good we ate half of them before I realized I forgot to take a good picture of them. I also ordered the shrimp po boy which was so big I didn't know how to eat it!!! Overall: order crawfish etouffee and the beignets! read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Po boy with onion rings (ONION RINGS WERE BOMB), crawfish etouffee, and the beignets - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Jeffrey U.

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4 years ago

This place is great! I really enjoyed their crab cake Benedict. Don't forget to treat yourself to their mimosa kit, which includes their beignets! Quality service too! read more

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Faith E.

6 years ago

We are so excited to find a good Cajun restaurant in Santa Barbara!! We started with the beignets, which are delicious! Then we got the jambalaya with cornbread. Did not disappoint. Both the food and service were very good and prices are reasonable. The portions are generous. We definitely will return and highly recommend! read more

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William H.

4 years ago

Clean and charming breakfast diner. Staff was very friendly and attentive. The food was simply great. I had a breakfast sandwich with hash browns. This would be a regular for me if I lived here. read more

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Linda C.

3 years ago

We decided to give Cajun Kitchen a try for breakfast this morning. We ordered the beignets, Breakfast Burrito #1 and the Chorizo and Eggs. Everything was fantastic and the service was very good. read more

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Larry B.

9 years ago

Walked up from the harbor and found this great place to have breakfast. Even though the has browns looked taste I replaced them with sautéed vegetables Added some avocado and enjoyed the spice of this hot link in my omelet Looking forward to doing this again read more

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Armand K.

6 years ago

We were visiting SB for a much needed get a way. We had breakfast at Cajun Kitchen.... let me tell you.... I had the fried chicken poached eggs.... WOW! I had the biscuits and gravy on the side as I like my chicken super crunchy..... so, the fried chicken was crunchy, the eggs poached to perfection, the gravy thick and tasty, the biscuit warm and melted in your mouth! (It was so good I had already inhaled the 1st serving before I remembered the pic) AMAZING! My friend had the shrimp and grits with sunny side up eggs, also yummy (though I liked my dish better LOL) Also, Our server, Luis, was attentive and followed all safety precautions, tables were properly distanced, no paper menu.... very COVID safe. I would recommend highly.... read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Poached eggs on fried chicken and bacon.... - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Shawn B.

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Just had the worse experience ever at this place....and it started and ended at the register. I went in to get a order to go. 1 pancake and 1 piece of cornbread to go. Total was close to $8 This is total price gouging. A stack of 3 regular pancakes is $7.25 and a stack of gluten free is $8.75......wtf !!.This is the absolute last time I will ever step into the doors of this or any cajun kitchen again. When you sell people food that's made of flour, eggs and cultured cows milk at these prices is a rip off. None of these ingredients are good for you in the first place...they are all cheaply produces and they charge this much for it...wow !! I use to be a regular. Now I have nothing good to say about the establishment. All bad....I will never recommend this place to anyone I know. read more

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Amanda M.

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6 years ago

The mimosa meal kit was a great start to the weekend! Have always loved grabbing food from this business. Long time customer. My favorites are breakfast sausage, BEIGNETS are a must of you've never had them they are fried and puff up and taste like a pancake/donut...and the eggs benny here is great, they always poach my egg right, I like the amount of sauce, mmm and their biscuits. If you're looking for diner style breakfast this is the spot! I've never had a bad meal or bad service at any of their locations, so I appreciate that I can get consistency with my food and the employees they have. read more

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Jenna W.

4 years ago

Everything was great and fresh! Crab cake Benedict's were delicious and beignets hot. Service was fast and great as well. Would definitely come back again. read more

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Kay C.

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5 years ago

I recently ordered delivery from this place -- a bacon breakfast burrito and the bacon and eggs meal. I couldn't believe the food was delivered to my hotel door piping hot within 25 min! Truly the best breakfast burrito that I've had in SB. Will definitely order from here again. read more

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Veronica O.

5 years ago

The wait was not that long on a Sunday. But ommmggg the food! If you're in this area or from the area and can check it out you SHOULD. The Beignets were good BUT THE Fried Chicken Benedict BOMB. Best ever. It's just a party in your mouth. 10/10. I have no words just try it and thank me later. read more

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Darcy D.

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7 years ago

Wonderful servers! Great brunch while wilding out for BFF's surprise bday fiesta! Thank you, staff, for having us, up from LA & Orange County, where things get more complicados! I enjoyed a local IPA, go Goleta! "Hoppy Papi," played Jimi on my iPhone too loud, devoured half a salmon omelette, & had a memoria !que valía la pena! read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Goleta local IPA, omelette, huevos divorciados, sabrosos! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Vincent M.

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7 years ago

Really good Cajun food at a reasonable price. I would come back and do it again. Especially to take advantage of the carmelized bananas and strawberry beignets. read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - My wife's Beautiful smile after a really good Cajun breakfast. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Rich G.

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I guess that the Cajun Kitchen qualifies as a micro-chain with 3 in Santa Barbara. They can get very busy for breakfast so be prepared to wait, especially on the weekends, parking can be a bit of a pain too. If you are looking for some breakfast with a kick or California style then Cajun Kitchen is for you. A good hearty breakfast before walking up and down State St., or hitting the beach or heading up and out for some wine tasting. It has a bit of a diner\converted coffee shop feel and you can see the counter was at capacity. Great friendly service gives CKC a warm feel. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/E3WUDYEvCVMplIFMgeN1xw?select=5uexgk0mOsKUp6VcpGKCUw http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/E3WUDYEvCVMplIFMgeN1xw?select=Q7mj38fEQHiDBHLTZCsOBQ Cajun scramble with andouille sausage and a side of home style potatoes and hash browns. Lots of flavor from the scramble but still needed to be Tapatio enhanced. The home style spuds were a bit undercooked. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/E3WUDYEvCVMplIFMgeN1xw?select=eThTIlg-kavMbmD5W2ZRgw 'John's Special'. Scrambled eggs w/ cream cheese, onions and spinach. Filling and a nice combo of complimentary flavors but nothing to rave about. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/E3WUDYEvCVMplIFMgeN1xw?select=GVwFLeKYiVldynnxCDIN3g I would likely come back to Cajun Kitchen when I am in the area and sample some of the other breakie offerings. Their lunch and dinner menu looked like there are some tasty offerings as well. read more

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Nicole H.

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15 years ago

Maybe I should have noticed that most of the reviews listed this as a good hangover breakfast spot...because sobriety must have been the reason that it was awful. Between the Cajun chorizo and the special green chile omelet there was really nothing impressive here. The side of re fried beans had absolutely no flavor and needed so much salt. The side of fruit that we ordered never showed up. on the plus they have cholula on the table :) read more

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Lauren T.

2 years ago

really good food and the service was surprisingly fast!! we even came on Mother's day and still, super quick.

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I have to agree with Joyce H. that this place serves up solid breakfast food. In really large portions. No, I mean ... really, gigantic, portions. We had some big eyes and ended up ordering beignets, jambalaya and the cajun pizza. I didn't have the cajun pizza, but heard it was not bad ... but actually it isn't pizza ... it's just ... vegetables in a bowl covered in cheese. That part was confusing ... but sure? The jambalaya was pretty delicious. As another reviewer said, it was pretty watery for my liking but the flavor was good. You can get your eggs in it any way you want, so my gfs wanted poached and I got sides of scrambled eggs to eat with the jambalaya. Overall, great place for brunch, come early though otherwise you will find a long, long wait. This is also sort of a diner - keep that in mind. read more

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Angie B.

7 years ago

Went here for breakfast 2 days in a row. The chilequiles were amazing along worth my coffee and mimosa. Christian he the shrimp poboy sandwich...soooo good! With steak fried mmmmmm! 2nd day I had the biscuits and gravy and a side of super thick bacon. The biscuits were so big but light and fluffy, gravy was great! The fiancé had the turkey BLTA, even though they forgot the avocado it was still yummy. Super thick slices of turkey and bacon. Yummy!!! read more

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Eunie K.

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Had our last meal (brunch) here before we left Santa Barbara. For a party of four, we feasted! This is what we ordered: Breakfast Jambalaya with eggs French toast - comes with powdered sugar on top (didn't get any toppings though) Crab cake Benedict Side of Apple honey sausage Beignet - covered with powdered sugar Crawfish etouff Bloody mary with soju! Mimosa Everything was pretty good. Large portions! Love that the meals is a fusion between american-breakfast + southern-creole! read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Crawfish etouffee! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Crabcake benedict with hashbrowns! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Jambalaya with eggs! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Side of apple-honey pork sausage - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - French toast! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Bloody mary (made with soju) - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Mimosa - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Menu - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Sarah W.

11 years ago

Came in for breakfast around 11 on a Sat. Waited about 15 minutes for 2 of us, so not bad at all. They don't take reservations so I would call ahead to check on wait time. They have a small parking lot in the back but there is also public parking across the street. We ordered: Beignets- 6 to 7 small pieces dusted with powdered sugar and syrup to dip (if you havent tried them, do yourself a favor and order them) Steve's Special- chili and sour cream on top of cheddar cheese scrambled eggs, with sourdough toast and home fries; very flavorful and hearty Chicken Fried Steak- smothered with gravy and two eggs on top of hash browns, with cornbread on the side; chicken fried steak was a little bland but still enjoyable, everything else was great Service was quick but friendly. Definitely would come back for breakfast and lunch! read more

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Cajun Kitchen sign - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Cajun Kitchen Cafe - Our breakfast feast including beignets, Steve's Special, and chicken fried steak - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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901 Chapala St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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(805) 965-1004
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http://www.cajunkitchencafe.com

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Hours

What time does Cajun Kitchen Cafe open?

Cajun Kitchen Cafe opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cajun Kitchen Cafe close?

Cajun Kitchen Cafe closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Cajun Kitchen Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have catering options?

No, Cajun Kitchen Cafe does not have catering options.

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have a drive thru?

No, Cajun Kitchen Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have a happy hour?

No, Cajun Kitchen Cafe does not have a happy hour.

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, Cajun Kitchen Cafe serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe allow dogs?

No, Cajun Kitchen Cafe does not allow dogs.

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have TVs?

No, Cajun Kitchen Cafe does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Cajun Kitchen Cafe has bike parking.

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have outdoor seating?

No, Cajun Kitchen Cafe does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have parking?

Yes, Cajun Kitchen Cafe has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Cajun Kitchen Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cajun Kitchen Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Cajun Kitchen Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Cajun Kitchen Cafe has free WiFi.

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Nothing like starting my birthday weekend in my favorite city in the world--Santa Barbara!…read more Finally made it to Jeannine's at the Shore, and Sabrielle recommended the summer special: peach French toast. SO glad she did. The French toast was incredible--thick, fluffy, perfectly cooked, and loaded with yummy local peaches. I can see why this is a must! I also grabbed a fresh orange juice to go. I need to mention that this is a restaurant where you place your order at the counter and then they bring it to you They have a broad menu, plus a great selection of baked goods, so there's plenty to choose from including gluten-free. Parking is easy with a lot down the street if you can't find beachfront parking, which is usually abundant but a little more limited right now because of construction. And State Street doesn't look like I remembered--it looks even better. I included some pics of the view and the walk there and their merch. Thank you, Jeannine's! Support local.

Jeannine's inside. Really cute. This is the second line once you are inside.

Norwegian Benedict with rainbow potatoes

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Piña Colada

Reunion Kitchen + Drink

Food was delicious!! We had the roasted quinoa salad and cheeseburger. Omg! Our server was so sweet…read moreand attentive. We also still got a nice view of the ocean from inside.

I want to start by saying I did not dine here, but I still want to sing this restaurant's praises…read morefrom the mountaintops! Early Saturday morning, a group of us did beach yoga right in front of the restaurant for a bachelorette party. Later that evening, the bride realized she had lost her engagement ring in the sand. We came back, searched everywhere with no luck, and eventually asked the restaurant if anyone had seen it. The general manager immediately stopped what she was doing, gathered her employees, and actually came out to help us search the sand. Thankfully, a patron had found the ring and turned it in to the restaurant, so WE GOT IT BACK!! I was so excited I didn't even catch the manager's name--I just hugged her! All the waiters and waitresses started clapping and celebrating with us. It was such a sweet moment. The integrity of everyone here deserves recognition. Someone easily could have pocketed an engagement ring, but instead they made sure it got back to its owner and genuinely cared about helping us find it. And while I was searching, I have to say...the food and drinks coming out looked delicious! After this experience, I would absolutely come back to actually eat here. Truly wonderful people working at this restaurant.

Dad's Mai Tai

BLT with Avocado and Fried Egg

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Santo Mezcal

4.3(2.1k reviews)

0.7 mi

Very impressed. Best taco's I've ever had. Service was exceptional. Would highly recommend.read more

Location was great, service was solid, decor felt legit. It was a cool place to come and eat but…read morecould see myself just enjoying a few drinks too. I have challenges paying for Latino food at these prices, however if they actually have food worth those prices I will do it. This Resturant satisfied these challenges, food was amazing like really good. I ate the veg meal and wow!

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Sofia B.

11 years ago

First time here for breakfast and it was the best breakfast ever! I chose to go to this place for my birthday and I really enjoyed myself with my family! Great service and I really recommend trying the chilaquiles. (Excuse my spelling , don't know how it's spelled..) I'm not really a pancake fan but those were some of the best pancakes I've ever had!! Definitely coming back here when I visit Santa Barbra! My pancakes where topped with bananas, strawberries, blueberries, syrup, whip cream and nuts. Doesn't that sound delicious !!! Well it was! The employees had the best attitude and had sincere smiles. They made you feel welcomed and that is what is really important when attending customers :) read more

Alessia G.

192

8 years ago

Simple breakfast, consistent, you always know what you're gonna get. Hometown food, nothing fancy or pretentious but the staff is friendly and attentive. Love sitting at the bar and watching the chefs cook, they are fast and clean, which is nice to see! I always get two eggs over medium with hash browns and bacon. French roast is good. Corned beef hash is also great, huge portions! I'm posting a picture of empty plates so you can see how good it is! read more

Nina D.

18 years ago

Huge portions, amazing cornbread, great service (once you get seated, which can take awhile on weekends). Last time I went I tried Steve's Special as per Yelper recommendation - it was as good as they said. Heaping ladle full of spicy, hearty chili with sour cream. Had it with hash browns which needed some salt, but we're a great compliment to the eggs & chili. First time I went I enjoyed the homemade corn beef hash with eggs, omg so good. Moar plz. read more

Debbie A.

2 months ago

The food is always good! The Ambiance is even better!!My cousin worked here for years. . She put up with me and all of my friends. But we tipped well. She worked her butt off!!she made a mint!that's what it's all about! Work hard and make a lot of money! Mimosas on Sunday morning we're always the best after a night of drinking and dancing we deserved a good Sunday morning good food, and good drink try it you won't you won't you won't Sorry read more

Donna R.

8 years ago

The food here was excellent. I ordered the breakfast burrito and it was massive, which was great because I got to save some for leftovers :) It was super yummy but what I really want to talk about is the beignets. I ordered a whole basket for myself and was not disappointed (I won't comment on whether I may or may not have eaten the whole thing myself). They were so good and they tasted authentic and fresh. I would definitely recommend! read more

Anthoney K.

14 years ago

Ok things that I like about this place... the buscuits are very good. The corn bread is pretty solid. I dont know why but the two times that I have been here, both times my hashbrowns have been kind of under cooked. They are on the border line of half cooked and half raw. The other thing that bothers me about this place is the fact that there is always a wait. So be prepared to wait especially on the weekends.. read more

Rachel A.

15 years ago

I was actually kind of disappointed by the food I got here at Cajun Kitchen Cafe. We were on our road trip to San Francisco and stopped here for breakfast bec it had 4 stars. My friend and I shared the Eggs Benedict and weren't impressed by it at all. It was ok, but nothing special at all. Service was good, our waitress was really friendly, but all in all this place is nothing more then your average diner. read more

AMY M.

17 years ago

We love good food and low prices. The Cajun Kitchen was a real New Orleans experience, but closer to home! What a twist on breakfast...move out the way IHOP! The New Orleans 3-egg omelet was super, and who would have ever thought having Jambalaya for breakfast...well think it people, its all that and a jazzy bag of chips! This is a chain in Santa Barbara, we need a link in the O.C! Please please please! read more

The W.

10 years ago

Food and service was spectacular, until an egregious wrong was committed against my theology of choice, the Church of Chicken & Waffles. My religion was defiled by drumsticks. Chicken & Waffles with drumsticks. WHO MAKES CHICKEN & WAFFLES WITH DRUMSTICKS?! I have no words, only a deep sense of depressed longing for what could have been. read more

Kellie H.

11 years ago

I enjoyed the Cajun Kitchen, but my friend wasn't that impressed. I would go back, he would not.The biscuits are giant and fresh from the oven. The beignets are good, but not fantastic.On weekends, be prepared for a 15-45 minute wait. Service is diner-like. And the atmosphere is diner-like as well. Portions are very large. read more

Susanne S.

12 years ago

I have to say that this place have one of the best jambalaya that I ever had the tomato sauce was very tasty you can tell that it wasn't can's sauce we also tried there seafood gumbo witch was delicious I definitely recommend this place you won't be disappointed they Lao have great staff and very customer service oriented read more

J. A.

14 years ago

Came up from SD to spend the day in SB. This place was recommended by a local so I figure it had to be good. Well, it was! I am surprised how busy this place is being on a Tuesday mid morning. Food is excellent and is close to down town Santa Barbara so I didn't have to venture far. read more

Janet G.

8 years ago

I have been here a handful of times and the staff is always friendly, and the food is always delicious. Most recently, I tried the vanilla french toast and it was wonderful! The waitress was very nice, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Just what I needed on a Friday morning! read more

Eliza J.

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5 months ago

Amazing, cheerful service! The fresh OJ and chicory coffee started the morning right. One bite of the creamy grits, shrimp étouffée, and jambalaya, and I was transported straight to Nawlins. Don't skip the hot linguiça, buttery biscuits, or the incredible beignets. A must-visit! read more

Matthias D.

9 years ago

Awesome menu for breakfast and lunch, omelets, sandwiches, pancakes, waffles, southern Louisiana food... blacken chicken, poboy,gumbo.... I had the crawfish Etouffee...loved it!...We will eat here again!!!...Great service... read more

Derrick J.

9 years ago

Penelope A.

10 years ago

I love the food here. Until recently we has only done take out from here and the food has always been excellent. Four stars because we went for brunch on a Sunday and the service was painfully slow and not great at all. read more

Noah M.

9 years ago

Good food and family friendly. Service was a bit slower than I would have liked because we have small kids and (as always) were in more of a hurry than others. I enjoyed the classic benedict and the binets were great! read more

Gigi P.

18 years ago

Absolutely the best breakfast in town - hands down! Price, quality, friendly staff, excellent all the way around! We sat outside on the patio this last time and it was very nice. Love it, love it, love it!!! read more

Nguyen N.

10 years ago

A nice cosy place. We went for a salad, we had the Chefs Salad which is very good. We had the Ortega Chile Burger and File Gumbo. The waitress was a bit stuck up but the overall experience was nice. read more

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