We found this gem right on East Beach in Santa Barbara. There were both beachfront patio and indoor dining options and they somehow perfectly combined casual oceanfront dining with an outstanding menu. Make sure to make a reservation for outdoor seating. We were served by the lovely Harvey, who was warm, welcoming and made us feel right at home. Thank you Harvey! We ordered the deviled eggs which were out of this world, the best French onion soup in town, delicious miso garlic noodles and a Cobb salad. Every dish was delicious and full of wonderful flavors. In addition they had an extensive cocktail menu. We highly recommend this lovely casual spot. read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - Loaded Deviled Eggs - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

We were seated outside on a cold day. No heaters were turned on. They were out of the only two items on the menu that I ordered. The replacement meal was very disappointing. The bread was terrible, the food was badly prepared. Way overpriced! read more

My friend and I came here for happy hour on a Thursday. It was busy, but we were still seated upon arrival. The restaurant is right on the beach and has that casual vibe. They have a large patio area and open doors to allow for the ocean breeze to come through. Food: We ordered a myriad of items off the happy hour menu to enjoy. Deviled Eggs - I ordered this without the bacon. The sweet and sour sauce is interesting. I would order again. Brussel Sprouts - I ordered this without the bacon, but it was still delicious. Crispy Asparagus Spears - These were my favorite. They were long and crispy, fried to perfection. Miso Garlic Noodles - The flavor was good, but the noodles were overcooked and too soft for my preference. My friend also ordered the fried chicken entree, and he enjoyed that meal. Service: Service was friendly and to the point. It was pretty busy, so it wasn't the most attentive service. It wasn't terrible either. Our server was nice. Food came out promptly. TL;DR - Lovely location for happy hour on the beach read more

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Nice brunch at Reunion. We managed to snag the fire pit table that had a nice boardwalk and ocean view. Our server was very attentive and friendly. I personally had the honey Brie chicken sandwich. The flavors all matched so well and the bread was delicious. Great sandwich. Rest of group enjoyed their respective plates. Would come back for atmosphere and food alone. Nice spot read more

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You cannot beat the ambience on the beach. Our server, Alex was absolutely exceptional and went way above and beyond to make this special occasion memorable. The mini poke tacos were my favorite. The crispy calamari was subpar and tasted a bit "rubbery " but the chicken wings were good. Alex made this meal very memorable as we await to welcome my granddaughter tomorrow. Thank you Alex. read more

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The reason this still gets a 4 star is because the food was actually really good, our server, Alex, saved the day, and the view is just unbeatable! I got the chilaquiles and they were fantastic, our table got a white chocolate pancake and it was so fluffy and good. All my friends enjoyed their food (chicken and biscuits, monster burrito, chicken club sandwich etc.) Couple of hiccups; had a reservation at 11:15 and didn't get sat until 11:30, no table touching for another 10 minutes. No "be right with you", or support staff getting us started, nothing. I went ahead to the two hosts that were just standing at the iPad and asked for some waters and a server. A new server, Alex, took over our table after his break. He was the best! He got us anything we needed when the food came out, and then noticed 3 of us were drinking Diet Coke and brought out a pitcher of it for us. Unreal! At the end we also kind of made a mess on accident dropping something and he brought us warm towels to fix the issue. Truly would go back if Alex was our server! read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - White chocolate pancake - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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LOVE the location of reunion! it's right off of the sand and there's a sweet little play structure and swings for kids on the sand (perfect for your kids while you're waiting for your food to come out). the restaurant has a great patio to enjoy the views of the water and there's ample seating inside at the bar and tables the menu has a variety of different items ranging from tacos to southern comfort food so a little bit of something for everyone. the food was overall good, but we did find that the food needed a little bit of salt (and we usually eat things with barely any salt). read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - play area - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Went here for a weekend getaway and made reservations for dinner. We were sat promptly on the patio with a nice view of the beach . The appetizers were good- although the crispy Asian ribs were not exactly as I expected. The clam chowder and prime rib dip sandwich was delish. Our waiter recommended the butter cake for dessert and it did not disappoint & he was sweet to brew me a fresh pot of decaf coffee to go with it. Overall, the experience was very nice. read more

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Nashville hot chicken. WOW! 5 stars. Would order again and again. Mac n cheese is alright, comes as a side. Their side of warm potato salad is incredible! Poke bowls looked amazing, didn't get to eat but our friends love them here! Mojito non-alcoholic was so delicious. Fried chicken sandwich with avocado was great! Amazing setting in front of the beach. Packed house, lovely sunset to enjoy afterwards. It can't get any better! Service was helpful with menu and patient throughout, they don't rush you. Parking is $7. read more

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We went there for lunch on a Friday. They were busy , but we were still able to get a table inside. The outside patio was packed, but there were plenty of seats inside. They had both booths and tables. Service was a bit slow, but the server was professional and friendly. We ordered the BBQ chicken Cobb salad and the short rib sliders. The salad was a good portion with a decent amount of chicken. The sliders were excellent and very tasty. Overall, a very nice meal. read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - Short Rib Sliders - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Been here so many times. Food is consistently good. Everything we have ordered has been great. Dog friendly patio and that's the reason we used to come here so frequently with our little yorkie but even after we said goodbye to our 18 & a half year old little dog, we still come here to enjoy the view, eat a wonderful meal and reminisce when our senior pooch was with us. Service has always been great. Staff attentive and helpful. I highly recommend reserving a table if you want to sit outside and during peak times. read more

Very nice restaurant view especially when you are dining at the patio. The staff are very friendly and polite. The dishes are limited to American cuisine mainly. Food quality is really good and tasty . read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Today was our first time here. We came around 10:30 and there was a 30 min wait for outside. No problem! We went and sat at the cute bar inside. Billy took great care of us! Fabulous personality and he was working hard! I had the ahi bowl. I really enjoyed the flavors. I made my husband order the chicken and biscuits so I could try it. He didn't even want to share because he loved it so much! Bottomless mimosas are a plus. My husband's was never empty. We will definitely be back after our next hiking adventure in SB. One more shout out to the whole staff. Everyone was friendly and very helpful. Great place for a Sunday brunch! read more

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Stop looking for another restaurant and just go here!!! Yelp rating should be much higher. This is elevated comfort food at it's BEST! Location is 5 star and the food was off the charts! We had the short rib beef stroganoff, the chicken with brie and honey sandwich, and the butter cake. Service was extremely friendly and quick. The interior is very well appointed. I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant and will be back for sure. read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - View - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Fantastic and attentive service. Delicious food and drinks (loved the basil martini.) Great patio seats right along the beach.

It's right on the beach and the service is quick and everyone is friendly. The food is good it's comfort food with some great originals thrown in. Yes! There is usually a wait, but where else can you sit on the beach or go in the ocean while you're waiting for your table to be ready. There is also a playground right next to the restaurant with swings and a climber for the kids so they will not be bored. A wonderful place to go before or after the Santa Barbara zoo read more

Great ocean side view with good food and drink. What more could you ask for. Had the avocado wontons, slow braised ribs and French onion soup. All very good. The wontons are not finger food. Need to be eaten with a fork but enjoyed them very much. Needed a little salt but prefer putting it on to my taste rather than them over salting. The ribs and soup were fantastic. Service was friendly and prompt. My only slight negative was how loud this place was. We sat outside and it was surprisingly loud with everyone talking and having a good time. Nothing that would keep me from coming again. Had to walk back about an hour after we finished when I forgot my little Jesus (Diosito). The wait staff found him and held onto him for me. A dear friend of mine gave him to me so would have been upset if I had lost him. read more

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Wow! The food was amazing and phone did not eat first on our appetizer and entrees! We had the best reunion at Reunion Kitchen with our sweet friends. The vibes were absolutely immaculate and the service was top tier. Justice really delivered by recommending food, drinks, and desserts. He was also extremely attentive and friendly. According to Pedro, "Justice was electric!!" We ended the night with the best desserts which was the perfect end to our evening. I hope Reunion is ready for us because we will definitely be back!!! read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - Strawberry Lemon Drop, Gimme Butterflies, and Whiskey Sour - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Wow. When you go to a place with prime real estate like this, you expect the service and the food to be subpar. But boy were we proved wrong! After the awkwardly silent and inattentive hostess, we were incredibly pleased by our waitress and food quality! Our waitress was personable and friendly and the food was delightfully flavorful. That, and our waitress let us move tables and sit by the water, which just made the whole experience perfect! read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - Portabello lettuce wraps - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Seating basically on the beach. We watched the waves, warmed up by the fire table (pit). Had the dip sandwich yum.

Wasn't feeling amazingly hungry, so I got the deviled eggs and the Asian crispy ribs. The deviled eggs are next-level, art-on-a-plate, piled high with creamy egg yolk and drizzled with sweet and sour sauce and bacon bits. They were a great counter point to the ribs, which were meaty and flavorful, but I could have used slightly less breading. The slaw provided a nice balance. My wife got the blackened fish sandwich with fries. One of the best fish sandwiches ever. The only knock, for a beer fan, is a rather limited beer list, but I guess you can't have everything. read more

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The ambiance is nice and food is good but I was waiting and I came from the beach and they mostly escorted me out because I didn't have shoes on waiting for food. I get it but just very bizzare you literally on the beach. Gave me very elitist vibes. I would improve have a sign what dress code is appropriate literally being on the beach! read more

I keep trying this place because it does have some positives. But every time I have tried it with one or more people there is always some disappointment. So I cannot give this restaurant more than a three stars. First, it is a nice place to go if you want to sit by the beach. Of course, the best view is outside on the patio. Unfortunately today the only tables left were in the bright sun and their umbrellas just don't do the job. We had reservations as there were six of us. So we ended up sitting inside, the atmosphere is nice, but it is extremely noisy and loud inside when the place is busy. We actually were not able to hear each others conversation without shouting. As we were there, some tables did leave, and then it was a little more tolerable. In fact, the waitress could not even hear us when we were trying to order, she had to keep having us repeat ourselves Now for the food that we experienced. I do recommend the calamari and the jalapeño poppers. As appetizers they were quite delicious. Some of us at the table did order drinks, and the wait was quite long( she did then tell us that the bar was backed up. In fact, some of our food had come before the drinks. This has been an ongoing problem here when I have stopped at this restaurant. Unfortunately, once again, I picked a wrong item on their menu. I decided to order the seared Ahi tuna salad, as I really do like Ahi salad. The salad arrived, and it was very blasé. Nothing exciting about it. You couldn't find the roasted red peppers without really digging, and I believe I found one. It was mainly spring lettuce (not even that fresh), cucumbers, a little grated carrot, and a couple cubes of tomato. Now the Ahi tuna was really nice and a good taste to it, but I like mine with a little pizzazz. As I had asked for the sauces on the side, which did not arrive, I re-asked for the wasabi aïoli. It was brought, and it actually tasted like nothing but pure mayonnaise. So I asked for it again thinking I had gotten the wrong thing. But the next little container was nothing but mayonnaise with a hint of mint green color. I ended up essentially taking most of my salad home so that I can spice it up and make it more desirable. Most of the other people at our table, felt that their food was pretty delicious, but nothing extraordinary. I guess I will come again as it is a nice outing by the beach; a nice place meet up with someone but I think I'll stick with appetizers. read more

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Always love returning here. The staff is always professional and well put together and run the place smoothly. The views are amazing it's so nice being right on the water and there's always something on the menu I want to try be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. Love attending for Sunday brunch and the drinks are delicious as well:) read more

Out of tower... came here for lunch with three other people. Cayla was our server and did an excellent job. The food was all tasty and delicious. Prices were good and of course looking at the ocean perfect. We started with the asparagus appetizer...yum. Then the meals we had were bbq Cobb salad, portobello mushroom lettuce wraps, a grilled vegetable plate, and deviled eggs with a bowl of French onion soup. Great day. Thanks read more

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This ocean front restaurant is very casual but the food is so good, it seems high end. We sat at the bar, and Callen (sp?) was not only a competent server, he was charming, as well. I ordered a BLT with avocado, expecting a traditional white bread sandwich but what I got was so beyond- absolutely delicious and so well-made (see photo!) My husband ordered (and loved) a chicken and biscuit breakfast. The location alone would have made this 5 stars for me, but really, the service and food are also pretty great. read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - Awesome BLT - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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We really enjoyed our dinner here. The location really can't be beat if you like being on the sand or near the ocean. I had the salmon and my son had the fish and chips. We started with calamari and also had the lemon bars for dessert. Yummy! It was a short walk from the Hilton where we are staying and that was really nice. There is a playground in the sand next door which was great for my son to let off some steam after dinner. Service was very friendly. Maybe a little slow, but we were in no hurry and they were pretty busy so no worries on that. Just settle in and enjoy the time by the beach. The patio is nicely decorated and there are some fireplace couch set up to fine which is nice. We got our requested outdoor seating which was also a bonus. It would have been warmer inside, but not quite the same experience for us. We would love to go back. Incidentally, there is also all day breakfast! A few items anyway. read more

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When we arrived waitress seemed as though she didn't want to be there. Ordered short rib - came cold and small. Ordered 2 martinis ($17.95 each) came watered down. Husband ordered wine which did not arrive. Had to chase down server because she admitted she forgot the wine. Tried to enjoy our cold watered down dinner with wait staff coming 4 times offering to take our plates away before we were finished. Ordered single shot of Chopin as martini ($17.95) came watered down. They charge $15.95 for one shot of Chopin and $2 to put it on the rocks. Outrageous. Won't be back read more

Really good food. On the beach.Good family spot. Ribs,won tons,smash burger, and potato salad very tastey

We're obsessed with this Santa Barbara gem! This was our third visit and it just keeps getting better. The ambiance is warm and inviting. It is right on the beach. The first time we dined there was two summers ago when we visitwd the SB zoo. Tonight our server, HUDSON, what a rockstar! Attentive, knowledgeable, and passionate about the menu. His recommendations were spot on! He was nice to give us two warm waters to go as we were adjusting to Santa Barbara weather and shivering in the cold. The food? TO DIE FOR. Everything we tried was bursting with flavor and creativity. Everything here tastes amazing even two years later the food maintains the same quality. If you're looking for a special spot overlooking the beach in SB, look no further. Highly recommend!Thank you for the amazing service today, Hudson!!! read more

Wowwwwww-- that's just for the food alone. But WOW, WOW, WOOOOW for our server and her the service from Miya. From her recommendations (Sea bass) to her personality, attentiveness, and sense of humor... everything felt effortlessly perfect, like a commercial you don't even realize you're watching because it's that good. Every single recommendation hit, no misses--but what truly sealed this experience? Miya. She is the experience. Ask for her, wait for her--she is worth it. The way she elevated everything made the meal unforgettable. And we had to go all in on dessert--no regrets. The brûlée lemon bars and the warm cake (I wish I remembered the name!)... OMG. Absolutely incredible. I also made a point to speak with the manager, Sarah, to share our experience with Miya--and that was before the food had even arrived. I also hope this review inspires you to share the great experiences just as much as the not-so-great ones. Be intentional about lifting others up--especially when it's something as personal as food. Food is a love language and she delivered love! Our party size 8 So... what are you waiting for? Go book your reservation ----- read more

Great location right by the water, with a really nice setting overlooking the promenade. Parking is available in the nearby lot (paid -- around $7 for a couple of hours). The food was fresh and enjoyable overall. You can tell the fish is high quality, sourced daily from the Santa Barbara Fish Market. We ordered something from the happy hour menu, the calamari was very tasty and fresh, and the vanilla old-fashioned was excellent. We also tried the halibut sandwich, which was delicious, and the salmon with glazed salad, which tasted fresh but had a bit too much vinegar for my personal preference. Service, however, was quite slow, even though the restaurant wasn't full. I was also left waiting to be seated with my two small dogs, and another couple who arrived after me was seated first at the last table by the glass overlooking the promenade, which was a bit frustrating, especially knowing that sitting with two dogs can be tricky in the middle of a patio. But that's my problem I guess, for choosing to eat out with our dogs after our hike :) read more

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Reunion is right on the beach and you have a great view. We had a large party and they were very accommodating to us, we had multiple servers and they were attentive throughout our meal. With such a large party, we actually had to meet a minimum. This meant that we tried plenty of the menu. For appetizers, we ordered the calamari, brussel sprouts, deviled eggs, miso garlic noodles. Our favorites were the calamari and brussel sprouts, while they're basic appetizers, Reunion just hit the nail on the head with these two. The others were good, but slightly bland and didn't do much for us. For my entree, I ordered the sliced steak and potato salad. This was a nicely balanced meal for me! It has both a warm potato salad and a greens salad, so you get a little bit of everything. The steak was cooked nicely, slightly overdone on the ends, but I don't mind. The portions here are generous, so I would consider that when ordering as well. For our desserts, we ordered the lemon bar brûlée, which was just a regular lemon bar with that caramelized top. Nothing too spectacular because it tastes exactly like what it sounds like. We also ordered the warm butter cake, which is a must get. It's so soft in the center and so absolutely sweet, but worth getting it to split with others. Throughout the meal, I ordered a couple drinks and I don't think you can go wrong with their cocktail menu (tequila mockingbird was my favorite). Be warned that they are heavy-handed with their pours! read more

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Enjoyed our dinner here so much for the first time we had to come again. This time we had the wontons, chicken Cobb salad, and ribeye steak. The medium rare steak had the right mix and color. Full transparency, my fiance and I split a steak everywhere we go so we did the same here. I gave her the steak knife and started using the butter knife because I didn't want to bother the server. About 36 seconds later the manager Charles sees me and hands me a steak knife! You can't teach this. Every server we had was well trained and very attentive. I don't have to tell you about the view as it speaks for itself. Next time I come on business, I will be back here. read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - Wontons. - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Came here for dinner (we had a reservation for the patio) and was seated promptly. This was the first time however I've ever received a piece of paper that had dog rules on it, though. Service was fairly quick and overall good. Ordered the caesar salad, fish and chips, crispy pancetta pasta, and chocolate cake. Overall the food was actually really good and filling! Would definitely recommend and return. read more

Service was terrible. Our waitress barely acknowledged us. It was busy however I watched her go to every other table several times except for ours. Everyone but her, came to bring us our food, drinks, and the check. No one asked if we wanted refills. Now the food, is partially on us, because i think we picked so poorly, so I'm sure there are better food options, but the miso garlic noodles quite actually tasted like I was eating too ramen at home. Actually my husband makes top ramen taste better than this dish. read more

We drove up from San Diego for a family trip and wanted our first night to start with a great meal by the water. Reunion had the vibe we were looking for--but our experience was a bit of a mixed bag. The reservation process was confusing. My sister called at 5:10 PM asking for a 7 PM dinner reservation. The hostess told us that was too soon and we'd have to wait. We tried 7:30--still not good. When we asked about 8 PM, she told us 8:15 would be better. We agreed. When we arrived, the table we were given was... unfortunate: * No ocean view (completely blocked by a pillar) * Bad lighting * Right next to the back kitchen * Cold and high foot traffic I asked to move to a spot by the heaters and was told we'd have to wait. Then the hostess said that particular table was reserved--only to eventually seat us there anyway. It wasn't even that busy, so the whole situation felt unnecessary. We had our dog with us and wanted a calm spot without people reaching for her or stepping near her tail. We ended up getting exactly what we asked for in the first place, so I'm not upset--just mildly annoyed by the back-and-forth. But the service during the meal? Genuinely great. Everyone who brought our menus, took our orders, and served our food was incredibly kind, fast, and attentive. We hadn't eaten since noon and were exhausted from the drive, so that made a big difference. Food & Drinks Highlights: * Hibiscus Spritz: Loved it. Refreshing and beautifully balanced--not too sweet. * Beer Battered Fish & Chips: Our appetizer. Surprisingly excellent--crispy, flavorful, and not oily at all. My mom said it was her favorite dish of the night. * Thai Chicken & Noodle Salad: More spicy than expected (in a good way). Flavorful, unique, and something I've never had before. I really enjoyed it. * BBQ Chicken Cobb: My sister appreciated how they accommodated her by removing the bacon. * Roasted Quinoa & Vegetable Salad: My mom liked it a lot. Staff brought her a full plate of fresh lemon slices for her water, which was such a thoughtful touch. They refilled our large water bottle without us asking, checked on us often, cleared plates quickly, and even brought us towels to clean our hands--something I didn't see offered to every table, but I love when restaurants do that. It made us feel cared for. Final thoughts: Despite the rocky start, we left full, happy, and relaxed. The food was fresh and made with intention--no wilted greens or lazy shortcuts like I've seen too often in San Diego. The view was beautiful once we got the right seat, and being able to dine with our pup was a big bonus. I'd definitely return next time I'm in Santa Barbara--just with a firmer reservation and table request. read more

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Took a stroll on the beach and found this place with my family. We got perfect seating right next to the beach view ambience was amazing! Our server Colton was so kind and patient with us he gave the best service. Food was delicious too, we all got different entrees and enjoyed every single one! Will definitely come back when we visit again. read more

Reunion Kitchen + Drink - Steak and Warm Potato Salad - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

This venue is right off the beach. There is a beautiful view while you're having your meal. There's a large lot for parking. It's metered. I was dining with a large group. Our wait staff, Alex aka Santa was very attentive. The meal is pricey but you do get a lot of food for your buck. The food was de-licious!. The pumpkin Spice Butter Cake is a must try. The extra star due to....Wait for it!!!.... the HOT TOWEL after the meal!! Loved it! I always end with will I return, "Heck yeah"! read more

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I went here yesterday 6/7/ 2025. Great place to sit outside and see the beach . I have to say the food really good and tasty. I had the breakfast sandwich and it does look plain or average, but it was so crispy and tender at the same time and flavorful. I loved it. French toast is really good too. They have really big serving portions . The servers were friendly and young. read more

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