Baja Sharkeez

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🌮 Mexican

Santa Barbara

casual-dining

3.9
Casual Mexican restaurant with lively tiki vibes, sports TVs, and a menu of pub fare and cocktails in Santa Barbara.

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Baja Sharkeez

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Enjoy casual Mexican dishes, creative cocktails, and ample sports viewing in a fun tiki setting with great happy hour deals.

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Baja Sharkeez serves casual, lively dining with a focus on classic Mexican pub fare and vibrant cocktails in a fun tiki-themed setting.

Guests enjoy multiple sports TVs, fast friendly service, and an extensive happy hour, making it a go-to spot for groups and solo diners alike.

What to Expect:

    🌮 Pub-style Mexican dishes and small plates
    🍹 Creative cocktails and popular margaritas
    📺 Numerous sports viewing screens
    🎉 Happy hour Mon–Fri, 3 PM to 7 PM

Important Information:

    Outdoor seating available
    Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating
    Reservations accepted
    Fast service, great beer selection, and lively atmosphere

Note: Tables tend to be close together, which may affect accessibility and privacy.

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📍 Local Insights

🍹 Happy Hour Highlights: Best enjoyed Monday to Friday from 3 to 7 PM with discounted drinks and food specials.

⚽ Sports Fan Favorite: Multiple TVs tuned to sports make it ideal for watching games with friends.

🌮 Popular Dishes: Fish tacos and birria quesadillas come highly recommended by regulars.

🎤 Wednesday Karaoke: Enjoy lively karaoke nights midweek for a fun local vibe.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM–2:00 AM

Tuesday: 11:00 AM–2:00 AM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM–2:00 AM

Thursday: 11:00 AM–2:00 AM

Friday: 11:00 AM–2:00 AM

Saturday: 9:00 AM–2:00 AM

Sunday: 9:00 AM–2:00 AM

👉 Best For

Groups, sports fans, happy hour lovers

Baja Sharkeez

525 State St
,
Santa Barbara
,
CA
93101

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Baja Sharkeez is praised for tasty food, lively atmosphere, great margaritas, and multiple sports TVs. Happy hour deals are a popular draw. However, some guests note inconsistent service and crowded seating; a few criticize slow or inattentive servers and music volume.

Last updated on

January 9th, 2026

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What You'll Find

Fish Tacos, Fajitas, Quesadillas, Chicken Wings, Enchiladas, Birria Tacos, Margaritas, Happy Hour Drinks and Food, Small Plates, Comfort Food, Beer Selection, Cocktails

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit weekdays during happy hour from 3 to 7 PM for deals and a lively atmosphere. Evenings and weekends see peak crowds; reservations recommended for groups.
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