Best Seafood Restaurants in Santa Barbara

Discover Santa Barbara seafood—fresh oysters, grilled local fish, citrus salads, and chef-driven coastal dishes by the waterfront.

Fresh Oysters & Crudo

Locally sourced oysters and raw seafood served with bright, tangy accompaniments.

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📍 Sustainable Seafood & Raw Bar in LoDo

Jax Fish House in LoDo brings coastal freshness to the city with a pedigree raw bar featuring daily oyster flights, chill-worthy ceviches, and sustainably caught fish mains in a bright, loft-style dining room. Pair crisp white wines or sherry-leaning cocktails with shareable plates like lobster rolls and wood-grilled shellfish, all delivered by knowledgeable servers for a refined yet relaxed seafood experience.

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Grilled & Wood-Fired Fish

Smoky grilled fillets paired with seasonal vegetables and citrus sauces.

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Lobster & Shellfish Classics

Lobster rolls, crab cakes, and hearty shellfish platters with crisp sides.

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🥘 Spanish

Santa Barbara

4.6
ah juice organic cafe (100 % organic cafe & pressed juice)

ah juice organic cafe (100 % organic cafe & pressed juice)

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🥗 Health

Santa Barbara

4.3
Zocalo

Zocalo

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🌮 Mexican

Isla Vista

4.8
Zaytoon

Zaytoon

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🥙 Mediterranean

Santa Barbara

4.6
Zapp Thai food truck

Zapp Thai food truck

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🍜 Thai

Goleta

4.9
ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

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🍣 Sushi

Goleta

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Longboard's Grill

Longboard's Grill

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

3.7
Seafood, burgers, and tropical cocktails served with rooftop and harbor views at this casual, lively Santa Barbara spot.
LOCAL

LOCAL

$$

🦞 Seafood

Montecito

Montecito

4.4
A trendy, cozy Montecito spot known for fresh, flavorful dishes like fish tacos and salmon with vibrant cocktails & a laid-back patio vibe.
Kanaloa Seafood

Kanaloa Seafood

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.5
Quaint spot serving sustainable seafood with patio and counter seating, featuring fish tacos, poke bowls, and fresh oysters.
The Harbor Restaurant

The Harbor Restaurant

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4
American seafood specialties like clam chowder & lobster sandwiches served amid ocean views at Santa Barbara's waterfront.
Nikka Fish Market & Grill

Nikka Fish Market & Grill

$$

🦞 Seafood

Goleta

Goleta

4.6
Seafood specialist with dark wood ambiance and chandelier, offering fresh fish, extensive bar, and casual cozy vibe in Goleta.
Moby Dick Restaurant

Moby Dick Restaurant

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.2
Family-friendly seafood and American fare with ocean views, daily happy hour, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Bluewater Grill

Bluewater Grill

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.3
Seafood lovers enjoy a wide variety of fresh dishes in a casual, nautical-themed setting with ocean views and a lively bar.
Broad Street Oyster Company

Broad Street Oyster Company

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.1
Casual seafood spot with fresh oysters, famed lobster roll, and a lively bar offering cocktails and beer in Santa Barbara’s Lower State.
Santa Barbara FisHouse

Santa Barbara FisHouse

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.4
Casual waterfront seafood spot with ocean views, outdoor patio, and fire pit serving seasonal dishes in Santa Barbara.
Lure Fish House

Lure Fish House

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.6
Locally sourced seafood, wine & beer in an upmarket Santa Barbara spot with a nautical theme and oyster bar.
The Ellwood at Goleta Beach

The Ellwood at Goleta Beach

$$$

🦞 Seafood

Goleta

Goleta

4.2
Oceanfront dining with coastal-inspired dishes, vibrant happy hour, and a warm upscale atmosphere at Goleta Beach.
Brophy Bros.

Brophy Bros.

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.5
Casual seafood spot boasting fresh local catches, clam bar, and signature Bloody Marys with bustling harbor views.
Santa Playa Mariscos

Santa Playa Mariscos

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.1
Casual seafood bar serving fresh mariscos with standout ceviche, fish tacos, and cocktails in lively Santa Barbara Downtown.
Santa Barbara Fish Market Goleta

Santa Barbara Fish Market Goleta

$$

🦞 Seafood

Goleta

Goleta

4.6
Casual seafood spot in Goleta serving fresh local fish, sandwiches, poke bowls, and more, with indoor and outdoor seating options.
On The Alley Goleta

On The Alley Goleta

$$

🦞 Seafood

Goleta

Goleta

4.3
Casual dining with fresh seafood, burgers, and breakfast classics served fast in Goleta’s Camino Real Marketplace.
The Drunken Crab Santa Barbara

The Drunken Crab Santa Barbara

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.2
Modern-rustic seafood spot with patio serving spiced Louisiana-style shellfish and craft draft beers in a casual, lively setting.
On The Alley

On The Alley

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.5
Casual waterfront spot in Santa Barbara serving fresh seafood, fish & chips, and tacos with a friendly vibe and outdoor seating.
Santa Barbara Shellfish Company

Santa Barbara Shellfish Company

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.5
Casual waterfront spot offering seasonal seafood, ocean views, and an inviting outdoor patio with a fire pit.
Boathouse at Hendry's Beach

Boathouse at Hendry's Beach

$$

🦞 Seafood

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

4.5
Upscale seafood and brunch spot with panoramic ocean views and a heated outdoor patio at a Santa Barbara beach.

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