Had a great time at boathouse Food was excellent, well paced…read moreservice Ambiance is very relaxed. Braeden server is very honest and attentive ! good smile too Will come back

The location was fab right on the beach If you eat fresh…read morefish/seafood then it's great, they also do burgers and steak. Friendly service.

Having lived close to the beach for most of my life, and having visiting many piers for food, I…read moregive my 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 1000m walk to the end of pier is fun with lots of historical tidbits. Happy eating!

Our 4th time here, and Santa Barbara Shellfish Company continues to be a must visit every time…read morewe're in Santa Barbara. Between the great service, incredible ocean views, watching the people dive into the ocean and the consistently delicious food, it's an experience you don't want to miss. This visit, I tried the Laguna oysters. Our server mentioned they're on the saltier side, and they definitely were. My boyfriend loved them, but I personally prefer the smaller, sweeter oysters. It really comes down to personal preference. We also ordered our usual clam chowder, which is hands down one of the best I've had. It's packed with clams, rich, creamy, and full of flavor. We couldn't leave without getting the scallops and uni as well. Always fresh, simple, and always excellent. The combination of fresh seafood, unbeatable waterfront views, and consistently great food is why we keep coming back. Already looking forward to visit number five

Great seafood, friendly service, and a beautiful harbor view. Everything was fresh and delicious,…read moreand the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. Definitely a great spot to enjoy a meal in Santa Barbara. Highly recommend!

Good food, great service, and reasonably priced. If you can snag an outside table upstairs in the…read morefront, the view is to die for.

RESTAURANT DOES NOT EXIST - DO NOT ORDER ONLINE!…read more After reading Yelp reviews on 2/26/26, we ordered online for pickup. Went to the physical location and it is shuttered!! We had to contest the charge on our credit card.

When you consider the coastal casual elegance of the Santa Barbara resort and restaurant scene this…read moreplace would probably rank more as a hole in the wall. Coming in from the sidewalk where it's a beautiful 80 degree sunny day - it's dark inside. But don't be mistaken it's not dank and cruddy. It's clean, chill, and the Mexican Corridos music is vibing. It's a simple local spot. Literally 13 tables in the restaurant. It's fast casual - walk in, order at the counter, take a number, have a seat and they'll deliver food to your table. I ordered ta bowl of the Mixta Ceviche - it's a huge portion. It really is a shareable, probably best serves 4 people. It was fresh, the seafood was NOT fishy or chewy. And as far as I could tell of the other dishes that other customers were having at neighboring tables, their other entrees looked really good too. Great place, recommend!!

My boss and fellow foodie listed Loquita as one of his recommendations and I've been meaning to…read moretry 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.

Wife and I have enjoyed dining at Laquita in the past, but this time was disappointing overall…read more 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.

Very enjoyable ambiance - airy with nice music. Beautiful salads. Wagyu burger fine quality - acrid…read moretaste however, as if charred on a grill that was overdue for cleaning. Gen Z waitstaff launched into specials without warning and when requested to repeat first items to boomers in attendance, told us to listen up as he had four other tables to get too. More funny than anything. Long-ish wait for food but in a pleasant and comfortable setting. Overall a very nice experience and would recommend, minus the suspect grill condition.

Inside at their spacious bar, or outside on their patio, Gracie is a great place to enjoy Brunch,…read moreLunch, or a fun Happy Hour. And there is nothing better than sitting out on their patio, with one or two of their Signature Cocktails, and/or a nice glass of Storm Sauvignon Blanc, or Dragonette Rose . . . sun shining, the ocean breeze blowing through our hair. Perfect. Whether it's Brunch, Lunch, or Happy Hour, we've been thoroughly enjoying their Ceviche, Shrimp Cocktail, Fish Tacos, and Beef Short Rib. Thanks to the Gracie Staff for always taking such good care of us. Very much appreciating Dudley, Grace, Chris, Harley, and everyone.

​I was staying at the Hyatt next door for a wedding weekend, and after a full day of celebrating, I…read morewas absolutely starving. To be honest, this place wasn't my first choice initially, but after a long day of partying, hunger won out--and I'm so glad it did! ​The service was impressively fast, which is exactly what you want when you're "hangry" at the end of the night. The staff was incredibly nice and helpful while we loaded up on a spread of a burrito, flautas, and tacos for the group. The food was way better than I expected; the flautas had that authentic, homemade style that hit the spot, and the tacos were solid. My friend finished the burrito with zero complaints, so it's safe to say everyone left happy. ​They also have a good beer selection to keep the vibes going. The only real downside--and the reason for four stars instead of five--is that they close surprisingly early. It's definitely not a late-night spot, so make sure you head over for an earlier dinner rather than waiting until the end of the night. If you're staying at the Hyatt, this is a must-try!

One of the best Mexican places I've ever been to! The hospitality, freshness, and generosity of…read moretheir employees AND portions puts it above the rest. The complimentary chips were fresh, light, and warm! So delicious, I ate it within minutes with their mild red salsa that was chilled, runny, flavorful, and very very delicious. I love love love their salsa here and we refilled it another time, and they even gave us a container to take to go with a whole bag of FRESH CHIPS AND TOSTADAS. So generous!!! We ordered the chile verde and green aguachiles. The chile verde was absolutely scrumptious, but the meat could've been more tender for sure. It was stewed well and had great flavor but was pretty hard and dry. Their beans and rice was amazing and I couldn't get enough. Aguachiles are one of my favorite foods and I almost always order it if I see it. Their style was beautifully presented, spicy, and refreshing, although I would've liked it a little more chilled and the shrimp could use a little more attention to detail since 2 weren't deveined like the rest. It was definitely more on the raw side but I personally like it that way and I didn't have any stomachaches. It's beautiful on the patio especially during sunset. The chips, salsa, water never stopped flowing. I liked that they had multiple servers and bussers and food runners who all were incredibly kind and friendly. Each time they passed by our table they glanced at our food and drinks to see if we might need anything else before we asked for it. Incredibly thoughtful. When packing up I asked if I could get some salsa to go and she asked if I wanted chips, and I said just tostadas since I had leftover aguachile. She gave me BOTH!! Love it here, would come back a thousand percent.

Came back for lunch on a Saturday. Was not crowded, sat outside which was nice…read more I had a sausage sampler(knockwurst and weisswurst) with a side of sauerkraut, my dining companions had a turkey Ruben and a grilled turkey sandwich. My wursts were perfectly cooked, one with a course grind, one fine. Two mustards and horseradish was brought with them. Truly delicious. I also tasted the ruben, the bread was delicious and perfectly grilled, turkey was not too salty, tender and moist. Everything (dressing, cheese, turkey, bread) was perfectly balanced. The man who took our order and served the food was extremely knowledgeable about the ingredients (we asked several questions) and was very attentive during our meal. If you're into German food, this might be your only option in town. Thankfully it's a good one and there's plenty to choose from if you're not into German cuisine.

Last night on a drive hoe dow the coast we happened across a roadside Dutch Restaurant....starving…read morewe went inside to the most eclectic, eccentric, ADORABE spot we could have picked out of a guide book!!! The service was so friendly!! The chef is right there cooing yourr fod....when he heard me say BEST SOU IVE EVER HAD...he had to come to the table! Its cozy and inviting! The food is the main star! Egg salad salad, soup and a Bavaria pretzel the size of my head- with some cheese mixture that's divine! The apple strudel...hot and HEAVENLY!! We're going back in December for vacation and its on our list!