Broad Street Oyster Company

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• 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.

The Harbor Restaurant

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• Santa Barbara

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

Bluewater Grill

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• 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.

Santa Playa Mariscos

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• Santa Barbara

4.1

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

Lure Fish House

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• Santa Barbara

4.6

Locally sourced seafood, wine & beer in an upmarket Santa Barbara spot with a nautical theme and oyster bar.

Longboard's Grill

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• Santa Barbara

3.7

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

LOCAL

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• 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.

The Ellwood at Goleta Beach

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• Goleta

4.2

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

Kanaloa Seafood

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• Santa Barbara

4.5

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

Nikka Fish Market & Grill

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• 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

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• Santa Barbara

4.2

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

Brophy Bros.

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• Santa Barbara

4.5

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

On The Alley Goleta

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• 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

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• Santa Barbara

4.2

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

Santa Barbara Fish Market Goleta

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• Goleta

4.6

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

Santa Barbara Shellfish Company

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• Santa Barbara

4.5

Casual waterfront spot offering seasonal seafood, ocean views, and an inviting outdoor patio with a fire pit.

On The Alley

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• Santa Barbara

4.5

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

Boathouse at Hendry's Beach

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• Santa Barbara

4.5

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

Santa Barbara FisHouse

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• Santa Barbara

4.4

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

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

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

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