One of my favorite places to go get a tri-tip burrito! I actually had no idea that there was a Chicken Ranch on Fairview so I had to go try it and I'm happy I went! I got their combo burrito (comes with chicken and tri-tip) with sour cream and chile asado. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and worked well with the tri tip as well. I also love it when they have pico de gallo at their salsa bar! I'm looking forward to going back super soon! read more

Used to be awesome but the prices were crazy, food was just ok. And it feels corporate now.

My friend brought take out here and when we got home to eat it we were severely disappointed. Coleslaw tasted chemically as if it had spoiled and someone was trying to cover it up. I think a container of the smoked salsa instead of whatever was in it would have been a better choice. Much more flavor. The chicken was dry but the skin had the grilled smokiness. The fact that the family meal didn't come with chips or guac is a crime. Do better. read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - Family meal - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

Service was good but our chicken burrito was a big disappointment. We go there at least once a month but this time the burrito was not good. It was dry, too much rice, not enough beans, a thin tortilla that couldn't handle all the rice , it fell all apart trying to eat it and not worth $14! read more

I ordered a two piece chicken and coleslaw dish and my hubby ordered a chicken burrito with beans. No rice and I fill out with cheese. Four stars because the coleslaw taste was just OK added some roasted tasting salsa that they had in it made it delicious. Use their disposable hand towels for the chicken cleanup. Overall, I did like the chicken. It was very tasty and tender. I would recommend coming here to try it. read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - Chicken Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

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The burritos are good, however, I wish they had more meat not just packed with rice. Lately, the burritos I get have less and less meat. Kinda disappointed with this. read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - Burrito Where is the meat? Just full of rice. - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

I walked past SB Chicken Ranch a few times while running a few errands and never really paid it any mind. However, after realizing it's a local favorite, I decided to give in (with chicken in the name though, my expectation were pretty high). One step into the establishment and I felt like I should be wearing cowboy boots with a hat to match. If you want to feel like you're dining in a midwestern barn, you're in luck. This is the perfect place for you. I got the chicken burrito and the 1/2 chicken plate. To say it looked appetizing would be an exaggeration. My phone did not take one bite (hence the lack of photo). The chicken was... chicken. There was no flavor, no juice, but at least it wasn't pink. It's how I would imagine people eat their chicken during that "75 Hard" challenge or if you're prioritizing protein and cutting the calories. The sides were okay. The burrito was lacking (and the size of an empty paper towel roll). If you've never popped in, you're not missing much. I've had better chicken from an El Pollo Loco. read more

The service was good . Easy to order and food comes quickly . Clean restaurant! Issue was a had a good size bone in my chicken burrito :( read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - The bone in my chicken burrito:( - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

Went to the Goleta location, and as usual, the chicken was delicious and the service was great. I usually get the 8 piece family meal, and have it for a few meals. Went last night, and Tiago was working the register. He was very polite, and even brought my to-go order to the table we were sitting at. Totally recommend the chicken here. read more

The name makes you think you're about to get some really good chicken, but it just doesn't live up to it. I went in with high hopes, but it missed the mark. The chicken is edible, but it's seriously lacking in flavor. It doesn't have that seasoned, juicy kick you'd expect from a place that specializes in chicken. The sides are just okay - nothing memorable. It's not inedible, but it's definitely not worth going back for. I really wanted it to be good, but it just didn't deliver. I won't be returning. read more

This was an excellent place to have a great meal in a clean and fun environment! I would highly recommend it anyone looking for a great place to eat with college kids with big appetites! read more

I went to the Goleta location and I saw a huge roach going from one corner behind the wooden benches to infront of the register it was so disgusting it blended well with the floor quite disgusting. read more

The space and decor is fun. They play country music. The quesadilla w their chicken was tasty. The chips tasted a little stale and the guacamole didn't have much flavor. I did like their salsa bar. Next time I will have their quarter chicken plate, which looked great. The portions are huge and Cld have been shared by two people read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - Chicken Quesadilla w Side Guacamole and two salsa from salsa bar - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

Staff was very friendly, and I liked the ambiance of the place. Had the tri-tip and guacamole. Tri-tip was lacking some flavor and wasn't the most tender, hard to cut with the plastic utensils provided; not bad but not amazing, Guacamole was very fresh however, so that was a plus. read more

I ordered 1/4 tri tip plate and asked for it to be done medium, because they are so inconsistent when they cook the meat. I guess I will not need to go to a shoe repair shop when we have a restaurant that gives out leather for food. read more

The SB Chicken Ranch is popular among locals. As someone not originally from this area, I don't see the attraction. Perhaps childhood memories? All I can hear is the little boy's voice on their news hour commercial stating "it's simply theee best!" I use to get the tri tip here but always thought it didn't have that much flavor compared to other Santa Maria style grilled meat spots in town. I then tried their chicken which is often too dry for my liking and often more white meat than my preference of dark meat. Now what I do go to "the Ranch" for is their quesadilla. They are three slices of a monster-sized flour tortilla stuffed with lots of melted, orange cheese. You can go to their salsa bar and help yourself to an original, asada or pico de gallo--plus fermented onions or curtido of jalapeños and carrots. I wish they had a quesadilla meal similar to the kid's meal with an adult quesadilla with a side of rice and beans. Nonetheless, I have found what I do enjoy here for down the road. read more

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First time at Chicken Ranch. Girl at the register was not friendly; barely spoke to us but she was full of conversation when her co worker was there. Food was ok; flavorful but not really appetizing. The tri tip meat was pretty tough/dry. Maybe my fault for getting tri tip at a place with chicken in the name? Who knows, but a hard pass for a return trip. read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - 1/4 Tri-Tip Plate - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

Food was good a trip tip burrito full of meat nice and tender rice and beans . Perfect combination, I guess all the front of the house were on break eating not a big deal I can wait a little bit . The ambience is excellent great music very clean and the air conditioner on ,yes is a 88 degrees outside. I be back. . read more

This is good quality food plus the people who work there are very friendly, I'm from LA but when I go to SB that's my spot to eat, highly recommend read more

What is better than BBQ and Mexican blended together? Had the tri tip, chicken, guacamole, salsa and chips...overall it was 5 out of 5. Guacamole was a little bland, but salsa was amazing. read more

When I'm in the area, I will typically have lunch here with co-workers. Love the atmosphere, the basic menu and the fact that the menu is fairly Healthy. The chicken plates are my favorite. If your into tri tip than you will like the tri tip plate option as well. I'm pretty picky when it comes to my tri tip and this happens when your used to Santa Maria style. The tri tip here is decent but not my favorite. The chicken plates come in 1/4, 1/2 and full or you can mix and match with tri tip. You get a choice of sides (which are pretty small but filling). Tortillas, chips, beans, rice.... They also have a good salsa bar (and I always take a small cup home ). Chicken is tasty, sides are good (but nothing amazing ) it's just an overall good place to eat. Staff were not overly friendly or helpful which is fine but don't expect a good tip if your not friendly and just taking my order from the counter. read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - 1/4 Chicken Plate - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

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It has been one of my favorite spot to go for dinner after work the last 6 months. 1/4 chicken with corn tortilla seem to hit the jackpot with me everytime. Please add another salsa bar, it get really busy and people with big orders takes forever picking their salsas, I'm sure the community would appreciate. read more

Love it there, they went above and beyond for me.. The service is the best I ever experience... The food is always best quality.. You can have a nice and relaxing meal there like if your have dinner at home.. read more

Great flavorful chicken! It is tucked in a strip mall (Fairview Plaza) right across Panda Express. Chicken is great and price is reasonable. Clean and has a cute theme (ranch theme as per their name). First time to visit here and definitely not my last. This will be one of my fave places in Goleta. read more

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Love their chicken! Just drive by the neighborhood and your nose will have you turning into the parking lot to get some. Honestly, I could skip the rice, beans, and tortillas they give you and just eat 3 or 4 pieces of chicken. It's that good. The tri tip is another winner. I took visiting family there and that's the only thing they wanted to eat the entire time they were here. The burritos are also good, but they are huge! I usually eat half and take the other half home for another meal. read more

Always a good reliable place to get a burrito! My favorite is the combo burrito with chicken and carne asada. Has rice & beans and I add guacamole. Their salsa bar is great for creating your own flavor Definitely recommend going read more

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All to go food should have there salsa put by restaurant Otherwise, the people dining in they have to stand the line and the small salsa bar for some fat lady wants to have 12 small container of salsa I threw my food in the trashcan and I left read more

We were stopping off to grab Panda Express on our way home from vacation (Panda had closed early) as we were walking away dejected with two hungry children my fiancé noticed Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch tucked off to the side; I'm so glad he did! The cashiers were both very friendly. The restaurant was very clean as were the bathrooms! The burritos, rice and beans are large and yummy but not authentic tasting nor the best but it's a decent meal. Very child friendly! Except for: all of the salsas are spicy none were mild enough for my 6 yearold, but I thought they were good! read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

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We got tri tip take out. Very good deal for the area. 15.50 for 8 oz of meat, rice, beans and tortillas. The tri tip was very good. Surprised it didn't come with BBQ sauce. Next time we'll ask before we leave with our order. read more

I came in around 1545 12/10/23 and ordered an BRC burrito. They gave me a number and 10 minutes later, they gave me a burrito. After about 5 minutes of eating the burrito they report they gave me the wrong Burrito and they need that one back. I said, I had already started eating it and it taste like a BRC burrito to me. They took away the burrito half eaten. After that I start eating the chips, then they come and take the chips away. I couldnt handle it anymore ( what are they going to do with a burrito and chips touch me.) I am a nurse and it seems like something is wrong with this picture. Please take the 15$ I spent and teach the staff some etiquette. read more

I've heard a ton of craze about the tri tip and the chicken at this place so I was really excited to try. Went on a weeknight after work and it was very empty, seemed like most of the other customers were picking up to-go orders. Counter staff was friendly and the salsa bar was fully stocked. The restaurant is well decorated and has a western vibe. I ordered the Combo Burrito and it was decent but wouldn't say it stood out as extraordinary nor worth the hype. There's a 10% off 2019 Axxess deal which makes it somewhat worth it. read more

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - Combo Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Goleta, California

One of my coworkers brought this to lunch and it smelled really good, so I decided to give it a try. I ordered a half/half plate, with both tri-tip and chicken. Unfortunately, the plate didn't live up the my expectations. The chicken was greasy and the tri-top was bland. Neither had very good flavor. However, the beans and rice were pretty good, and the salsa was the best part of the meal, as it was full of flavor. I would maybe try here again, but order a burrito instead. read more

Had a take our food from here, we had the family meal that had chicken rice, tortilla, beans. I think it's big enough meal to share and it was good, I wouldn't say the best but it was good read more

My husband and I decided to go and eat at this restaurant. They served us quickly. We barely had time to eat the guacamole and chips, then came out meals a second later. I thought "wow good Service, that was fast". Until, I ate the chicken. The chicken was dry and didn't taste very good. My husband got the tri-tip. He told me the tri- tip did not taste good and it was cold. The rice tasted like yesterday and mix it with today rice. The Horchata drink was WAY to sweet. I had to put lots of water to even it out, because it seems they just put a bag of sugar in that container. Will not going to this restaurant again. read more

SB Chicken Ranch is a must visit if you're passing through or staying for a few days. This is some of the best chicken and tri-tip you'll find outside of the Santa Maria Elks Lodge, the standard bearer for BBQ in the tri county area of the Central Coast. The combination plate will give you enough food for a dinner and nice lunch for wine tasting the following day. read more

Love chicken ranch! This is for sure a must stop. The food is tasty and the salsa is fresh. This location was very difficult to find though. My go to order is the tri tip quesadilla with a side of guac & jalapeños. Everything is so fresh and meat is charred really nice. I would definitely recommend. read more

Consistently good food! I know I can always grab something here and it will be good. The employees are nice and friendly and it's a casual environment. I prefer the Goleta location, although the food is good at both locations! read more

Fresh food, fast and accommodating service every time! The team here is flexible and always handles orders and any of my catering questions with ease. Thank you! read more

Quick and easy tri-tip that will warm the cockles of your heart when the home made salsa is applied liberally. The Chicken Ranch may not serve up legal prostitution in Santa Barbara but you will get excited for the good taste and value you receive from this popular lunch spot. Although there is some mighty fine grilled chicken offered, I go for the tri-tip. Sure it's no Texas BBQ brisket but there is also no thick and spicy sauce added with patato salad. Just grilled meat and it's juices which add great flavor and a change from the heavy. Sandwiches are available but ditch the bread and go with a 1/4 or 1/2 lb plate lunch served with pinto, rice and hot tortillas. Dump some salsa on top and you have yourself a reprieve from the drive through bland. See you at The Ranch! read more

The food was very good. I was surprised as it was very small establishment. You walk up and order. Then pick up your order. Seating is limited. The staff was pleasant and friendly. The portions were plentiful. Definitely would eat there again. read more