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    Loquita

    4.4 (1.8k reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Prawns
    Delia D.

    I normally don't write reviews, but I'm so disappointed - I hope the managers and current owners of the restaurant see this. I came here in 2021 on a day trip. I ordered the prawns, patatas bravas and salad. It was so delicious my wife and I have been talking about it for 5 years. Today I came back and ordered the prawns again, only to find a subpar replacement. Broth was so diluted, extremely spicy and somehow lacking flavor -- needed way more acidity and salt. Understanding you all have to update your menu, it was sad to find the replacements were completely lacking. I hope you bring back the rich, flavorful prawns with thick tomato sauce. Truly was exquisite. To add to this, everything else we tried was also terrible. The ahi tuna crudo was sliced extremely thick and also lacked flavor. Then to top it off the branzino was strangely in a creme sauce with roe? A bizarre combination. Loved our server though! And for that, I'll give you 2 stars. Attaching an old pic of the prawns from 2021. BRING THEM BACK!

    Jenny V.

    We made reservations and came to Loquita for dinner to celebrate our friends birthday. All their food was delicious. Everything fleshly made. Cheers to the cook he made an amazing job. I ordered a Paloma for my drink and it was also well made. Our server was very friendly and attentive. They were very sweet at the end they brought 2 desserts with candles to sing happy birthday to our friends. 100% recommend trying their food. It was delicious.

    Jake A.

    After a very disappointing meal the day before, I knew EXACTLY where I needed to go to redeem my experience and I was absolutely blown away by Loquita. Every single dish was an absolute banger. The flavors, the textures, the ambience, and every single part was crafted so carefully. The pulpo was so tender it had me smacking the table and everyone around needed to order it bc "they'll have what he's having!". The paella was the gift that kept on giving and I was like a coal miner after his shift the way I left absolutely no grain of rice untouched by the end. The fish complete with ikura and citrus on top had every combination of refreshing but nourishing and delicious--I was absolutely spellbound. Finally, we enjoyed the creme brûlée and I wanted to cry. It was the perfect finish to one of my favorite meals of all time. I will be back so soon!!

    Melissa L.

    If you've never been to Spain and want to experience the closest thing to it without leaving Santa Barbara, then you NEED to add Loquita to your list! I've been to Loquita for a few events now and the ambiance, food and hospitality is always a 10/10. They know how to throw a great party, so while you'd be lucky to dine at their restaurant, it's even better if you can make one of their annual celebrations like we did for their Old Spanish Days Fiesta. The sangria never stopped flowing, endless tapas paraded themselves around the patio, paella was being served up, and the whole afternoon was filled with authentic flamenco inspired dance performances that made you feel like you had been transported straight to Spain. Between the music, dancing, food, drinks and the absolute energy of everyone there, this was easily one of those events where you look around and think, "Okayyy, THIS is how you do a summer fiesta!" Some of my favorite bites of the day here were their paella, octopus and mushrooms croquets. Absolutely amazing and every bite had so much flavor. Their house made sangrias were also so refreshing and tasty. Put this one on your list for next year...but just don't wait too long to grab your tickets because clearly, everyone else already knows the secret!

    Mimi L.

    Mediterranean European cuisines are my favorites and my diet. I don't get to eat Spanish food often so we had to come in for an early dinner. We were seated at the beautiful back patio but it was a bit too hot & sunny for me. The patio was very cozy and relaxing though. We started off with sparkling water and pitcher of sangria to cool down on a hot day. For food we had beef carpaccio, broccolini, octopus, tortilla espanola (Spanish omelet) and whole branzino. The food was fantastic and so flavorful. I can see why this restaurant is so popular. Our waitress was so friendly and helpful. The staffs were all very polite and welcoming. What an amazing Spanish restaurant and bar, we will definitely visit again whenever we are in town!

    Crudo
    Michael L.

    Wife and I have enjoyed dining at Laquita in the past, but this time was disappointing overall. Pros: Food/waiter service was excellent even though it was an extremely busy Saturday night. Highly recommend reservations for any day. The crudo dish was great. Sauce and presentation was excellent. Cons: The fusion styled sauce and misc ingredients added to the beef carpaccio dish was over the top. Keep it simple. The Pulpo dish did not have a sufficient portion of octopus. Only two and half small pieces for $29. Ridiculous. Bar/cocktail service was an extremely long wait. All nearby tables also waited an extremely long time for drinks. Recommend adding another bartender on busy nights.

    Chorizo y Pollo paella
    Vira P.

    My boss and fellow foodie listed Loquita as one of his recommendations and I've been meaning to try it. I only go to Santa Barbara once a year for Fiesta and I finally was able to try them. Everything I ate was delicious! I started out with the Bengala de Granada, which was a mocktail of pentire coastal spritz, pomegranate, ginger, lime, cinnamon, and clove. It was so refreshing on a hot Fiesta day. Under the Bocaditos menu, we ordered the denia (confit tomato, cured bluefin tuna) and the croquetas de seta (porcini and truffle with a saffron aioli). The denia set the tone for dinner with the bright acidity of the tomato with the salty tuna. The croquetas were rich of umami flavor with an undertone of truffle that paired well with the brightness of the saffron. Under the charcuterie menu, we got the jamón tasting that included pan con tomate. The tomatoes were bright and paired well with the different salty hams, which were serrano, ibérico, and iberico chorizo. For the tapas, we got the tortilla española, patatas bravas, broccolini, and the ensalada mediterránea. It was a good balance of light and heavy dishes. The broccolini and salad were the light dishes. The broccolini was nicely seared and the romesco sauce added a nutty flavor. The Mediterranean salad was herbaceous with pops of richness from the manchego cheese. The rest were on the heavier side. Though, the eggs of the tortilla española were incredibly fluffy. It was like biting into a cloud. The potatoes were also soft. It was a comforting dish. And then there were the patatas bravas, my favorite tapa! They were slightly crisp with a bit of heat from their house sauce and garlic aioli. Each bite was as satisfying as the next. And then the star of the show came right when we finished most of the tapas - the chorizo and chicken paella. The rice was pressed against the pan so every bite had that prized soccarat. The char of the soccarat harmonized with the depthness of the tomato and other aromatics in the rice. It was luxurious. And the chicken was juicy and had a wonderful smoky flavor. The portions of chicken, chorizo, and mushrooms were generous! It can definitely feed a family of six, so we were able to have leftovers as we were a family of three. And it was even better the next day! No matter how full we are, we always have dessert to share. We ordered the crema catalana, and it was the perfect way to end the meal. It was silky smooth and the caramel flavor went so well with the sweet and slightly tart Santa Barbara strawberries. I imagine this restaurant is always busy, but it was even more so during Fiesta. It's loud inside and out, but it's adds to the festive vibes. Service was excellent! I very much appreciated that our waiter confirmed our allergies. He even put the romesco sauce on the side just in case since it had almonds. Luckily, my nut allergy is contained to only pine nuts because I enjoyed the sauce very much. I recommend eating outside to enjoy their patio space. Since they only open for dinner, the heat isn't as bad since it gets cooler around the time they open. Loquita is at the start of the Funk Zone. So parking is extremely limited. Best to walk or ride-share there. I don't think I can wait for the next Fiesta to dine here again. I hope to be back sooner.

    Pulpo
    Veronica B.

    If I didn't love food enough, this place has made me fall in love all over again! Omg from the drinks to the service to the food. Chefs kiss! First off shout out to our bartender Claudia! She was putting in WORK! And she did such an amazing job with our drinks. I ordered the Costa Blanca and it was sooo refreshing and delicious, I had to have 2! My friend and I didn't have reservations but we got lucky sitting at the bar because we got there at 6 and there wasn't any available seating until 9pm. But I am so happy we didn't go elsewhere! Next up the FOOOOODDD! My friend and I decided to just order apps unfortunately and we ordered the Mejillones (hope ranch mussels) and LET. ME. TELL. YOU....ive never tasted smoked bread sooo good paired with the red sauce and mussels! It was like an explosion of flavors in my mouth. And I am so sad I can't have this everyday!! Another winner was the Pulpo (Spanish octopus)! The pulpo was sooo tender and paired soo well with the puree. I have to say that I NEEED to come back to taste more of their menu because it was soo good. The restaurant itself felt very intimate and inviting. Sitting at the bar you get to observe the flow of the staff and I have to say that although it was busy, nothing looked chaotic. Everyone had a specific job and it was done well. The kitchen was visible through glass windows and even in there seemed to be organized. I honestly give this place a 10/10. I hope to be back soon because I thoroughly enjoyed my time here.

    Crudo
    Amanda J.

    Beautiful restaurant with amazing food and service. My friend and I celebrated our birthday here. The restaurant gave us hand written birthday cards and complimentary chocolate ice cream. Every dish we tried was melt in your mouth deliciousness. One of our drink orders took a lot longer to be brought out so they surprised each of us with a complimentary glass of champagne. We had a really good birthday dinner!

    Gary K.

    A taste of Spain in Santa Barbara A lively evening at Loquita, sharing Spanish tapas, savory bites, and a beautiful pan of paella around the table. Paired with a bottle of Rioja, every bite and every sip brought a little taste of Spain to the night. Great food, flowing wine, plenty of laughter, and even better company. ¡Salud! and service was spectacular.

    Croqueta de Jamon Tónica de Oro
    Meredith S.

    Came in here for a dinner while traveling and sat out on the beautiful patio! Very tasty tapas - the croquetas were our favorite. Our waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable. Overall a great meal!

    Natilla de Mango
    Susie K.

    We came here on a whim and everything about it was so enjoyable! The service was good. Until we got seated, the service felt lukewarm, but our server, Joquin(?) made us feel so welcome! He gave us some great advice on what to order and we enjoyed every bit of it! There was also another gentleman that brought out the umbrella for us since it was getting sunny. We had a couple workers walk by without asking, but he was so kind enough to make us comfortable. The drinks we ordered were so refreshing. We ordered the Costa Blanca, De Aqui, and the Bengala de Granada. The drinks were so crisp that it almost felt like a palette cleanser. The yellowtail crudo was perfectly balanced between sweet and citrusy. The oysters looked spicy but were pleasantly mild! The octopus was tender and soft. The paella was flavorful and nicely garlicky. Loquita is small and cute. It's a little packed inside once it gets busy, so it was a relief we got seated outside.

    I was intentional about enjoying my dinner that this was the only picture I took from our dinner. The churros for dessert.
    Lizzie B.

    I've been craving Loquita for some time now, especially after seen posts online all Summer. I finally came in for a sibling dinner and my whole experience was amazing! We had drinks at the bar, the bartenders Emilio, Alex, and Claudia were nice to chat with. They were very friendly and attentive. The hosts were great, friendly and welcoming. We were seated immediately and Andrea the server was super nice. We felt seen, taken care of and overall we received excellent service. For appetizers we ordered El Bulli followed by the Pan con Tomate which was a perfect start. Afterwards we had the Broccolini (so savory), Yellowtail Crudo and the Ahi crudo. Everything was coursed out perfectly. The Borrego a la Brasa was the star of the show! To end the amazing dinner we ordered the Churros and wow, a very generous portion. For drinks we had Sauv Blanc, Was Altanza and Rioja. This was the perfect place to kick off Labor Day weekend and slowly end our Summer. Highly recommend for visitors and locals.

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    Carpaccio is 10/10!!! And you need the Costa Blanca G&T! Loquita has made a name for themselves in town, and is consistent every time.

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    Ask the Community - Loquita

    Full menu at the bar?

    Yes. Enjoy!

    Is it baby friendly (one year old)?

    I would say no unless you eat outside on their back porch.

    Does Loquita have have valet parking?

    Not 100% sure, but I don't think so. We walked from our hotel so I wasn't paying attention to that, but I don't recall seeing cars pulling up.

    Is there a dress code?

    No super casual.

    Outdoor seating here?

    Large outdoor seating. Heat lamps are provided

    Do they accept cash?

    Yes

    Are there heat lamps outside?

    Yes. Not at every table but I'm sure you can ask to be seated next to one.

    What menu items are gluten free?

    El buli Datil Crudo… 

    Are reservations required for dinner?

    If you go right when they open you might get a table or seat at the bar, but I would recommend making a reservation!

    Are dogs allowed?

    Nope.

    Are dogs allowed inside if they're in an enclosed carrier?

    No they are not. Only on their patio

    Is there a happy hour menu?

    Unfortunately, no.

    Why does it say closed today when it's not?

    The reason the hours may say closed on Monday maybe because their other restaurant The Lark down the street is closed on Monday and the manager may have used the same… 

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