Our experience at the Santa Barbara Shellfish Company was outstanding from start to finish. The…read moreservice was excellent--the waiter even brought out a live crab for my 4-year-old to admire, which absolutely made his day! The food was incredible. Our favorites were the fresh lobster, the uni and caviar oyster, the rich lobster bisque, the clam chowder served in a sourdough bread bowl, and the perfectly crispy onion rings. Everything paired beautifully with a chilled rosé. My father uses a walker, and the staff was incredibly accommodating, making sure he was comfortable throughout our visit. One of the best parts of the experience was before dinner, when my son got to run around the pier, watch the fishermen bring in their catches, and burn off some energy. It made for a perfect family outing. I highly recommend Santa Barbara Shellfish Company for a romantic date, a family adventure, or a special occasion. If you can, go around sunset--the views are absolutely unforgettable!

We stopped by the Santa Barbara Shellfish Company for lunch around 1:00 PM, and it was absolutely…read morepacked! The restaurant itself is small but charming, and we were told the wait for a table would be about 45 minutes. Instead, we opted to order from the takeout window, and honestly, it ended up being the perfect choice. The ordering process was quick and straightforward, and there is plenty of seating outside along the wharf where you can enjoy the views while you eat. Even with how busy they were, our food was ready in about 15 minutes, which was impressive. The staff at the takeout window were efficient and kept the line moving, and the whole operation seemed to run incredibly smoothly despite the crowds. Most importantly, the food was fantastic--fresh, flavorful, and absolutely worth the wait. If you don't mind eating outside, I'd definitely recommend the takeout option during peak hours. We'd happily come back the next time we're in Santa Barbara!

Best place to stock up for your freezer. We've ordered here for 25 years and always great quality…read moreand price point. Thank you !

When I walked in past the plastic curtain for the first time I saw the white paper wrapped orders…read moreon the table. They were labeled for some of the great restaurants in town. I thought, if it's good enough for their chefs, it's good enough or me. The fish is excellent, the prices are reasonable and the guys are all very nice and helpful. Remember to bring cash or a check and don't forget to wipe a little olive oil on your hot grill so the fish doesn't stick.

Kanaloa Seafood is an amazing, certified green business. Offering both indoor and outdoor seating,…read morethis little place packs a big punch of healthy and delicious seafood; both dishes to eat there or to go, as well as fresh fish by the pound to take home and prepare on your own! This is my second time here and they have consistently served terrific food. Poke bowls are fantastic, and their seafood tacos are incredible; full of flavor and generous portions of fish. Salads are tasty and healthy. There is a very small parking lot for this place, but overall, I highly recommend going out of your way to try this place My new favorite is the Korean Salmon tacos... soooo gooood.

Tried this spot for the fishwich and honestly--it might be the best fish sandwich I've ever had…read more The fish was perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and super fresh and flaky inside, and everything just came together really well. I had to wait a bit since there was some issue with the deep fryer, but I'm glad I waited Definitely would recommend if you're a fan of a good fish sandwich.

Fresh Uni straight from the fishermen at USD10 for one (pretty much have to get two) and available…read moreonly on the weekends starting at 6:30 AM. I got there just after 6:30 and there were a few people waiting already. They hadn't finish setting up yet but it was still fairly quick. The uni was obviously very fresh and very good. They only had the purple ones, but I don't know the difference between the colors. A few people there on line actually worked in the industry and definitely knew their seafood and trade. Some interesting conversations as well. The guys there prefer to be paid in Venmo. I'm guessing they can only be paid in Venmo or cash, but I could be wrong. Overall, great experience and highly recommend.

Rain or shine, the Santa Barbara Fisherman's Market is open every Saturday from 6 am to 11 am for…read morefresh local seafood. Located at the Harbor, this pop up for local fisherman offers fresh caught seafood directly to consumers. It's located on the pier of the marina and when we were there, 4 vendors were available. My favorite, and the reason for this visit, was the fresh just caught UNI!! They have very reasonable prices for the fresh uni. After purchase, they crack them open open, you add in your condiments and enjoy! They had a few tables available. There were also some vendors with oysters, crabs and lobsters. I would have took them all home, except I wasn't going home for a few days. The beach is close so you can walk over and enjoy the waves. Parking at the Harbor is plentiful. Definitely recommended!

Fresh uni right on the harbor. Saturday and sunday it is sold from the morning until when it sells…read moreout (which on most Saturdays seems to be by like 11am or so). The airof the harbor with the freshness of the Uni really makes for a great Saturday morning, truly!

My boyfriend and I actually found this place through Reddit, and I'm so glad we did. It's a small…read moreblue tent on the pier, set up alongside other fishermen selling their catch of the day. And honestly? This was probably the best and freshest uni I've ever had. The uni was light, creamy, slightly sweet, and packed with umami - truly one of the best fresh seafood experiences we've had. They provide simple sauce packets like lemon juice and ponzu, and we paired ours with seaweed wraps we brought from home, plus a little lemon and ponzu - perfection! I also loved the whole reef-to-table concept. They'll shuck and clean everything for you on the spot, but if you prefer to take them unshucked, they knock $5 off each one - totally worth it if you want to enjoy a picnic on the pier or nearby beach. What really made the experience extra special was chatting with the owner, Mike. His passion for fishing, high-quality food, and serving his community was such a breath of fresh air and really tied the whole experience together. If you're into high-quality, incredibly fresh seafood, this spot is an absolute must-visit when visiting Santa Barbara!

Fresh fish, fresh fish, fresh fish! Attentive wait staff and a view of the Pacific. Perfect…read moreanniversary dinner us. Thank you, very much.

It's was good food service is kinda slow great happy hour the seafood was really good and big…read moreportion

Santa Barbara News Press published an article on March 20th that details Mr. Cheverz's struggle due…read moreto the covid-19 pandemic. "We're trying to stay alive," said Mr. Cheverez. "We're selling what we sold before, just without the middle-man. We have one- to two-day old products that we're selling, and the local community is buying from us right away." This new business model seems to be working for them and I am so appreciative of being able to buy still alive shrimps and crabs directly from the fishermen. The price is very reasonable given the quality. Seafood this fresh needs very little work to taste divine. So far I have had the ridgeback and dungeness crab. Both were savory with a sweetness that you can only get from still hopping crustaceans. I look forward to try the spot prawn and black cod this weekend.

Fresh Marinated Meat, Good Price and Delicious.... Fresh produce. Best fresh ceviche I've ever had…read moreanywhere.

Good hot authentic Mexican food and many choices for groceries. Fresh fruit and corn…read more I hope in the future it doesn't become a minimart for booze ( please no more liquor outlets in the Milpas neighborhood)! And please paint your building correctly after it is tagged. Currently El Rey Mercado has mismatched exterior colors. Please paint exterior correctly and keep landscape beautiful. Thank You Neighbor El Mercado!