I love stopping by Poke House whenever I get a craving for a fresh high quality ahi bowl. The…read moreportions here are more than generous, and the price point matches the quality. The fish here is wild-caught and they try to stick with buying local sustainably sourced seafood, which is why it always tastes so fresh and clean. For bowls, they offer signature ones already put together so it saves you the hassle of trying to figure out what you want. You can also build your own though. My go to is usually the Tuna Lover bowl. It comes with 3 tuna offerings, such as ahi, spicy tuna and garlic oyster tuna. It also includes cucumber, white and green onions, masago, and furikake. For the sauces they use a citrus ponzu and house shoyu. Served over rice and it also comes with seaweed salad and crab salad. So good! I can never finish the bowl because it's so filling, but the left overs still taste delicious. Customer service here is always friendly and the restaurant is well kept. You can either dine inside or enjoy your meal outside. I love dining outside because it gives me a chance to people watch and it is located at Paseo Nuevo Mall, so the location is perfect. Overall, a great addition to the mall and one that I continue to come back to.

The parking here is actually a struggle because downtown parking is always a mess, but honestly…read more.. the poke made up for it. They REALLY pack these bowls. The staff are super friendly too. Didnt have to yell over the glass too much when ordering. Like genuinely could be two meals if you're not starving, which I always appreciate because poke can get expensive fast. The topping variety was also great, so it actually feels fun building your bowl instead of the same basic options everywhere. I got the miso salmon, and while I'm not sure I really tasted much of the miso flavor specifically, the fish was still super good and fresh. Also, whatever that purple seaweed topping was? So yummy. That ended up being one of my favorite parts. They have some seating inside plus a bunch of outdoor seating, which is such a nice vibe if the weather's good. Definitely worth the parking headache.

So glad I got to try this place before leaving SB! It's a small local spot right by the harbor, and…read moreeverything looked so fresh and good. The two young staff members were super friendly too. I got a little bit of everything: ahi poke, salmon poke, crab, candied salmon, oysters and of course the sea urchin. Everything was really good, but the sea urchin was seriously on another level. I've had uni at a lot of different places, and this is hands down the best I've had so far. Totally worth the $22 each My husband and I literally couldn't stop thinking about it after we left, so we decided to bring our family back next weekend so they can try it too. I just wish they had clam chowder because I'm a huge fan lol. But maybe there's a reason they don't make it and just want to focus on what they do best. And honestly, I can't complain because the uni was that good! P.S. I forgot to mention they also have treats and meal toppers for dogs! I bought a bag of wild salmon for my dog, and he absolutely loves it. I guess he'll be getting something from here every time we stop by now

Their uni was so creamy n yummy. The size was on the…read moresmaller side since it's not per pound but it was 1 for $20 ish. But tbh smaller one is creamier and has better texture so I prefer that. It was super fresh and it was still moving. Will def go back again.

Best deal around! Got lucky and snagged a parking spot in there tiny lot that's shared with batting…read morecages. There was a line when we got there on a Sunday afternoon around 1:30pm and that took about 20 minutes before we could order. All of us got the triple play which is an order of three tacos any flavor u want. I loved my spicy crispy shrimp and my families choice of carne asada and the battered up. Bahn mi had a tang I didn't love and the grilled fish was fine but not as flavorful as the crispy shrimp and carne asada. My family loved the Gangnam style, crispy shrimp, carne asada and grilled shrimp best. Hard to recommend certain tacos bc everyone has different ideas about what they like but I couldn't get over the crispy shrimp crunch with tender juicy interior. And the carne asada had such strong classic flavors because of their stunningly good guacamole! So of course if u like guac u need to order their guac and chips!

This taco place is a real winner!…read more The whole vibe of this outside eatery is really chill and beachy. There is plenty of seating available for all different party sizes and the area is kept well clean. The building for ordering is also nicely kept, with their artsy, neatly pressed chalkboard menu on the wall. Even though this place typically has a line, workers are quick and the line moves fairly fast! There are so many unique, interesting options available for their tacos, like their poke and banh mi inspired tacos. I really enjoyed their batter up and ahi poke tacos. I would recommend ordering the triple play since it comes with 3 tacos and a side of chips for $12.50, which seems like the best deal. There are also appetizers like egg rolls and ceviche available, which I think may be worth a try if you are dining with a larger party. All my tacos were served hot and fresh! I was really impressed with the quality--tasty and well crafted, with specific taco shell types matching the inner ingredients of the tacos to maximize the flavor experience. The only issue my party encounter was the parking, which can be crowded and difficult at times, but aside from that I would recommend this place for anyone taco lovers! You will love their unique and diverse selection of tacos! This place is perfect for enjoying lunch and the sunny Santa Barbara weather.

This place was overall fantastic. I wish I could have ordered a seafood tower but since I couldn't…read morethe combo of everything was really a good pick. 3 different kind of oysters- all fresh and sweet perfectly with the cocktail sauce and Minette. The Santa Barbra rock crab claws were good as well. The calamari was a smidge over fried but good We had blacked cod that was bomb.com and shared some chowder and she was THICK and Delicious!! Service was good! Outdoor seating was plentiful.

The employee taking my order was extremely friendly and delightful to speak with. She was helpful…read morein explaining the menu options and the different oysters of the day. Really enjoyed the fresh oysters here. The smallest, most expensive one (they had a few different ones that day so I tried one of each) was understandably the tastiest and creamiest of the bunch. The other ones were good too, and all of them had a salty brine on them. They also provided some lemon wedges, marinara (?) sauce, and hot sauce. The fried soft-shell crab burger was interesting to try once, not particularly my taste but if you like fried soft-shell crab it could be great for you. I would like to come back, especially for the fresh oysters. Hoping to try some other menu items next time.

Kanaloa Seafood is an amazing, certified green business. Offering both indoor and outdoor seating,…read morethis little place packs a big punch of healthy and delicious seafood; both dishes to eat there or to go, as well as fresh fish by the pound to take home and prepare on your own! This is my second time here and they have consistently served terrific food. Poke bowls are fantastic, and their seafood tacos are incredible; full of flavor and generous portions of fish. Salads are tasty and healthy. There is a very small parking lot for this place, but overall, I highly recommend going out of your way to try this place My new favorite is the Korean Salmon tacos... soooo gooood.

We were looking for seafood and found Kanaloa Seafood thanks to Yelp! It's tucked across the street…read morefrom the mall, next door to Light House Coffee. Santa Barbara was having a heat wave and there did not seem to be AC indoors, so we sat outside. It's counter service, so you order at the counter and take your number to a table. My husband got a decent yuzu salmon poke bowl, which came with cucumber, jicama and avocado with your choice of base (white rice, brown rice or mixed greens). I ordered the Korean salmon tacos (2 for $15) topped with pickled cucumber slaw, kimchi aioli and a tasty sweet and spicy chili sauce. I wish there was a third taco, because I was still a little hungry afterwards. A little on the pricey side but a super chill place to eat.

Very fresh poke bowl! Made with great quality ingredients with lots of options for customization. I…read moreknocked down a star because I felt that the cucumbers were cut a bit too large and were not bite sized. The service was super quick!

I think this place is closed I was there 12:30 on Friday 7/31 but it was closed. Called again the…read morefollowing Saturday and the phone was disconnected.

There's a reason why this place has over 3k reviews on Yelp--the food is so delicious, the ocean…read moreview is beautiful, and service is exceptional! After visiting the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, we serendipitously came across the Santa Barbara Shellfish Company. We started off with their Cup Chowder, which there were nice bits of bacon in their creamy clam chowder. We also ordered the SB Shrimp Cocktail and half dozen of oysters. All the appetizers were solid. The star of the show was definitely the main course. We ordered the Lobster Roll, Uni, and the Rock Crab Special. My favorite was the Rock Crab Special. The meat was sweet and tender. Another favorite was the Uni, which I believe this place is known for. The uni was very fresh and served on 6 raw scallop and lime wheels. Because this dish was an absolute showstopper, other diners actually stopped by our table to ask if we recommended ordering it--and, of course, our answer was a definitive yes! It was so beautifully presented and just as delicious as it looked. The Lobster Roll was good but it didn't stand out as the other two dishes. It was packed with Maine lobster tossed with celery, capers, chives, mayo and butter in a toasted hoagie roll. It was served with coleslaw and nicely battered onion rings. What really made this dining experience so memorable was the beautiful ocean view. We had just the right amount of sunshine, a cool breeze, and great food to top it all off. It really doesn't get much better than that!

Having lived close to the beach for most of my life, and having visited many piers for food, I give…read moremy honest review. SBSC does not accept reservations. Even so, we were seated at our preferred outside table within 30 minutes. It was crowded but the team is efficient. Our table outside had beautiful views. Our server came immediately to ask for drink orders and questions about the menu. She was very kind and made our dining experience excellent. We ordered: 3lb rock crab special $60 as of 8/2926: 5 stars! The crab was sweet and delicious. They serve the crab heads cleaned so if you want the tomale, be sure to mention when ordering. It was a treat to eat seafood at its origin; the taste was exceptional. Lobster pasta: acid forward with a good amount of lobster Dozen Laguna oysters: excellent Lobster bisque: rich and buttery, very good Fried combo: our least fave, ymmv! Kids meals are available. Highly recommend for the ambiance and food quality. The 800m walk to the end of pier is fun with lots of historical tidbits. Happy eating!

Best poke bowls in Santa Barbara! The bowls are packed to the top - no skimping here. The fish is…read moresuper fresh, and you can really taste the quality. All the sauces are great and really add flavor to the bowl. It might seem a bit pricey at first, but considering how fresh the fish is and the area, it's actually pretty reasonable. It's definitely a treat if you're looking for some quality poke. The casual vibe makes it a great spot to sit down and enjoy. You won't regret stopping by!

This place has been mine and my boyfriend's FAVORITE Poke spot for years, my favorite for even…read morelonger. We absolutely LOVED Yabee and Johnny (the two workers at the front) and were treated very well throughout these years. However, today my boyfriend went back there to pick us up a poke bowl. It has been about a month of us not eating here (we got busy). Unfortunately it doesn't seem Yabee and Johnny are working anymore which is a huge bummer. He came home with a said "large" poke bowl that he paid $35 for. For the base he asked for light mixed greens, and for the protein and toppings he asked for salmon, tuna and imitation crab. When he came home, I immediately noticed there was a SIGNIFICANT decrease in the fish portioning, especially for the "large bowl". The only reason the bowl was filled, was because it was mostly lettuce. I kid you not when I say our bowl was filled with about 90% lettuce and greens and about 10% actual fish and toppings. We have NEVER experienced this before and for the price we paid, I would expect anyone to be treated to MUCH better portions of fish. The bowl didn't even remotely fill either of us up and we were both left just as hungry as before. I wish I had taken a photo of what it looked like when we were done, as the bowl was STILL filled to the brim with lettuce. I'm not sure if we were just personally jipped this time but I sincerely hope this isn't the new way this place will be handling their business. I am pretty bummed about this.

Omg where do I begin??! Hands down one of my favorites restaurants in Santa Barbara. I got the…read moreSangria cocktail which was so fruity and delicious! Then I also ordered the KFC and the pork belly bao, both had a delicious flavor and balance of savory and sweet. We also ordered the cucumber peach salad, which was delicious with pieces of Basil in it. So fresh! We got the crab rangoon, and I believe the scallop and prawn dumplings. All had such a lovely flavor and we're just so good. You can't go wrong here with anything you order! Great service and great food.

Secret Bao was an okay experience overall. The food was decent, but nothing really stood out enough…read moreto make me want to come back specifically for it. We tried the garlic noodles, spicy beef noodles, popcorn chicken, and corn dumplings. The garlic noodles were creamy and the spicy noodles had good flavor, but the dishes overall felt a bit underwhelming. The popcorn chicken was soggy (but probably cause I had it to go), though it wasn't particularly memorable, and the corn dumpling were fine but didn't leave a lasting impression. The service was friendly and our food came out in a reasonable amount of time, which we appreciated. The restaurant had a relaxed, casual atmosphere that made it a comfortable place to grab a meal, but was super packed for a weekday. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but it also wasn't anything special. I might give it another try in the future and order some of their more popular items before making a final judgment.

Beautiful restaurant with friendly staff and quality seafood!…read more I went with my parents and my 2 year old son. First, i was pleasantly surprised that the kids menu had a variety of foods to choose from. From fish and chips to Mac and cheese, it's a great selection for almost all kids! My parents and I each ordered an alcoholic beverage, which all came out great. My dad ordered the jumbo shrimp cocktail, but we were unfortunately disappointed that it came with only 5 shrimp. (That may have been our mistake in not knowing what a shrimp cocktail is). Other than that, the food was amazing. The quality of the seafood was fresh, and the selection was variable in the best way. Love it!!!

Overall exceptional dining experience for lunch with a stop at Lure Fish house. Our server,…read moreIsabell, was super friendly and helpful. Food was exception prepared well and delicious. Kiddos ordered Mac & Cheese and Fish & Chips. The mac & cheese felt more upscale than the usual. The fish and chips were done well with crispiness and seasoned well. Order the Pacific Rockfish with Vera Cruz Chowder & Linguine with Clams. Ambiance was upscale but casual. Overall clean restaurant. Staff was very hospitable and friendly. One dedicated staff member opening the door for customers. Definitely a must try when in the area.