Santa Barbara Fish Market Goleta offers fresh local seafood in a laid-back setting. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes including fish and chips, soft shell crab burgers, poke bowls, and clam chowder along with a raw bar and local specialties.
The restaurant provides dine-in, takeout, and delivery options with wheelchair accessible facilities. Friendly staff and generous portions make it a popular choice for lunch and dinner, suitable for solos or groups.
What to Expect:
🦀 Fresh seafood including local specialties
🍤 Dine-in and takeout with outdoor seating
🥗 Variety of comfort foods and healthy options
🍹 Happy hour drinks available
Important Information:
Casual atmosphere with indoor and heated patio seating
Accepts credit, debit, and NFC mobile payments
Free parking with ample street and lot spaces
Highly rated by locals and tourists alike, best visited outside peak lunch hours for easier seating.
Haley's Pick 🍽️
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Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🕚 Kitchen Hours: Kitchen opens at 11 AM sharp, an hour after general opening, plan visits accordingly.
🍽️ Seating Tip: Two tables available indoors with heated patio outside, great for cooler days and evenings.
🚗 Parking Availability: Free parking lot and street parking usually plentiful, though busy during weekend lunch peaks.
🌿 Freshest Picks: Uni and poke bowls are standout fresh items recommended by regulars craving authentic coastal flavors.
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Santa Barbara Fish Market Goleta is praised for its fresh local seafood, generous portions, and friendly staff. Diners consistently enjoy the fish and chips, poke bowls, and clam chowder. The casual atmosphere and outdoor seating add to the appeal. A few patrons noted inconsistencies with the fish tacos and fries freshness, but these are not widespread criticisms.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
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Fish and Chips, Soft Shell Crab Burgers, Poke Bowls, Clam Chowder, Oysters, Shrimp Tacos, Salmon Burger, Tuna Melt, Seaweed Salad, Dirty Fries
