We went for brunch and I had fish tacos and they were very good. $21 for 3. My two dining companions had eggs Benedict with potatoes; they both commented how much meat was on the Benedict. Why are the five stars? Anyone who reads my reviews knows, I hate being offended by prices. The pricing was in line with the experience. It was a nice restaurant experience. The outside patio is a beautiful setting on the harbor. The service wasn't overbearing. We were able to visit and have a lovely ladies birthday brunch. read more

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It's my birthday weekend getaway,So we came to Santa Barbara for the first time and Gracie was walkable from our hotel,So we picked this place for lunch and we sure not disappointed. Food : My husband got Steak Frites and it was cooked the way he ordered and fries was crispy,hot and the sauce wasn't too over power the steak,So this dish blend really well together.I ordered Crispy Salmon and the skin was crispyyyy.My waitress recommended a homemade focaccia bread to go with it which I went for it and I thank her later because that bread was really good! Salmon was cook perfect,Sauce was great and veggies that came with it was delicious! Service : Our waitress was amazing.We sat outside and everything went great! Vibe : Open,Vibrant and lovely place. Next time we're visit Santa Barbara Gracie will be one of our choice for food for sure. read more

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Gracie restaurant is a must for locals or visitors looking to dine at a place that offers great cocktails, delicious food and the best views. The patio area is perfectly laid out, allowing you to soak up the gorgeous Mountain peaks and harbor views. I love watching all the boats here. What stands out the most is the gorgeous chandelier. Stationed right over the bar located inside. It's where I chose to sit on my first visit. The bar stools are just as stunning and the velvety material is perfect. For drinks, I've had the POG Margarita. Passionfruit, orange and Guava. Refreshing and Perfectly made! The Oaxacan rose, which honestly was too smoky for me. It has Mezcal, which I'm not too fond of, but still wanted to try something different. I recently had the Kobocha Colada. It's creamy, dreamy and almost tastes like dessert, yet still packs a punch! Not too sweet either. The food is delicious here! I've had the croquettes, which are made of spiced sweet potatoes. A great starter to try. For mains, I've tried the crispy salmon and Bincho burger. Both prepared perfectly and taste amazing! I especially loved the SRF Wagyu burger. It's grilled over Japanese Binchotan Charcoal. The smokiness of the charcoal shines through in every bite. So good! Overall, one of my favorite spots at the harbor! Customer service is always friendly and you may even see Gracie herself. Such a sweet person! read more

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Absolutely incredible experience at Gracie! What an incredible staff this restaurant has built. Every single team member was very accommodating and service was so quick. Everyone in a good mood and vibe was on point. We came here after an AM wedding and I was glad the team at Gracie kept the positive vibe going on a beautiful day in SB. I highly recommend the ceviche. The quality, flavor and unique twist was on point. The Tacos were cooked to perfection. It comes with 3 tacos but you can add single ones to your order in case anyone wants to share. Steak frites were cooked to perfection and wow. The sauce! So great. All the dishes, all the drinks, the whole staff and experience... well done. I'll be back when in SB without a doubt. read more

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What a wonderful experience! Sitting out on the patio overlooking the boats in the harbor made for such a beautiful and relaxing setting--the view alone is worth the visit. The food portions were generous and satisfying. The rockfish ceviche was a great start to the meal--fresh, bright, and full of flavor. I also enjoyed the avocado toast on sourdough, which was both delicious and plentiful. My husband's steak and frites did not disappoint either. And the drinks? Spot on. The Bloody Mary is a must-have! After your meal, it's perfect to take a stroll around the harbor, visit the Maritime Museum, and take in the ocean views. Great service all around, too. Highly recommend making a stop here! read more

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Located at the harbor have a meal and drink with a view. The service is attentive and friendly from the moment that you come in. Beware that they are packed during lunch time, but we were still able to get a table for four immediately. I ordered the kale and chicken salad which was spectacular. The chicken was grilled to perfection and not dry. The kale salad had date and lemon vinaigrette which pulled the salad flavors together. Another item that looked spectacular was the tuna melt served open. The steak and frites, order the fries! Their matcha piña colada (no alcohol) is perfect for a hot day. We will definitely be coming back to try other items on the menu. read more

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In the 10 plus years I have lived here, I have never being to Breakwater because the menu looked boring, resembled an IHOP. Finally, Gracie is now open in its place, worthy of this superb location, right next to the water. The restaurant is anchored by the bar and a large beautiful red glass chandelier. The covered patio overlook the harbor, but we chose to sit inside since there was a wait for the tables with a view. Food was solidly executed American food. I had the its banana, a strong coffee based cocktail which I enjoyed. The burger was made with a thick good quality patty and no distraction from additional toppings except cheese and aioli. Eggs Benedict was poached just right, sat on top of soft tomato, mortadella, house made focaccia, and topped with creamy hollandaise. Breakfast sandwich was also solid. Sausage and soft scrambled egg sandwich between focaccia that made appearance in various dishes through out the menu. Steak frites was pretty small, but I guess its expected consider the price of beef right now. However, the peppercorn sauce could be more robust. I definitely want to try more cocktails and appetizers from Gracie, maybe come during off hours and enjoy the covered patio. read more

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Just came for Sunday Brunch and it was amazing! The Gracie Benedict was so very good! The service was great. Such a lovely place to eat! We will come again! read more

Gracie in Santa Barbara is such a cute spot right on the Marina with a beautiful view of all the boats--definitely a great setting for brunch. The menu has solid options, and everything we tried was tasty. I ordered the tuna melt, which was really good, and the fries were a standout--perfectly crispy and addictive. The croquettes were also delicious and flavorful. Service was good and attentive throughout our visit. Overall, a lovely brunch spot with great views and satisfying food. read more

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Great location on the harbor , modern feel and quiet, we were seated on the patio Service was attentive, checked on us and brought water for our dogs The tuna sandwich is excellent, read more

Pretty spot near the harbor with a beautiful view. Happy hour menu from 4 to 5:00 p.m. daily. Options include smashburger, fries, hummus, guacamole, and several discounted cocktails. They have a Happy Meal, which includes a martini and fries! Both indoor and outdoor seating options available, reasonable prices, and good overall service. Free and paid parking lot nearby. Overall, I definitely recommend checking out this place! read more

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Only had a couple items but I loved the ceviche. Flavor was perfectly tangy and fresh tasting and served with strange chips but tasty. Very relaxing patio. Service at first seemed slow to take order but was fine after that. There were about 7 dogs on patio. Ivwould prefer to eat without dogs read more

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Yummy and great service as well! The rockfish ceviche and crudo were absolutely incredible. The sole (forgot to take a pic) was good, but extremely salty, like another review said. Very nice employees and came to check on us/fill water multiple times. Really nice venue. read more

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Great location on the harbor! Went here for a girls night and enjoyed the happy hour menu. We loved the drinks, especially the happy hour POG Margarita and sauv blanc. I'm usually a ceviche lover, but I wasn't super impressed. The seafood tasted fresh but I wasn't a huge fan of the flavor, and I typically prefer a tortilla or wonton chip. The prawn chips were cute but didn't do it for me in terms of texture or taste. The service was quick and friendly, so I would definitely come back to try other drinks and menu items. The outdoor seating area has plenty of tables that are covered, and the indoor area is quaint but very cute. Their happy hour menu is super reasonable and they gave each of us a complimentary glass of champagne which was so nice! Overall, I think this is a really nice addition to the harbor, and I would be curious to try their brunch or dinner to see how the food is. read more

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Loved what they did to this spot! Went for happy hour and they let you sit wherever you want including outside on the patio! I tried the brushetta & the ceviche. Both were delicious but the ceviche was my favorite!!! For drinks I had the POG margarita (Passion Fruit. orange and Guava) so tasty & refreshing! I plan to go back and try the THIS IS BANANAS. I'd like to come back to try their breakfast, lunch and dinner! :-) read more

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Just walked by and decided to stop in. What a great find. The Burrata starter was excellent with luscious creamy burrata and great pomegranate, rocket, anise and pistachio. The sole was excellent. I make this myself and never thought to add Bure Blanc. The texture adds an extra layer. An excellent choice for dinner. read more

Food just ok service sucks they understand that most of the customers are tourist and probably won't be back so they don't bother to be nice or attentive read more

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Quite impressed with this place We used to come when it was the Breakwater but this is much much better. We had great service from Ricardo, and a few other young ladies who also made sure our waters were never empty. Drinks and food are amazing. Happy hour is great read more

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The location is nice, right next to the harbor. The food was also pretty good! A little pricey but the quality was very good! We came right at opening on the a weekday. We got the ceviche, the Gracie Benedict, with a side of well-done Bacon and the Steak & Eggs. read more

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We came to SB for a weekend trip with the kids (7, 4, 6m) and came here after checking out the Maritime Museum (also great!). Staff at Gracie were all amazing and really friendly! Somehow managed to combine a trendy ambiance with a down to earth vibe, which we loved and appreciated, especially since we were forced to eat dinner out in the company of our not particularly well behaved children. Food and drinks were good, especially the crispy salmon... also enjoyed the La Huerta cocktail among others. Solid price point and portion size. Would definitely come again if we were in the area! read more

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The Sun Kissed Marg was fresh and not too sweet. Chips and guacamole were also very good. The happy hour with this view is worth a stop. read more

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I have to say our lunch was delicious. My wife had the fish tacos, and I had the Bincho burger. We enjoyed them both, always a fun place to visit. And our 2 dogs enjoyed the outdoor patio, nice staff too! read more

The food was fantastic!! Great service too! The patio ambiance was beautiful overlooking the harbor. I had the fish tacos which were the best I've ever had!! read more

Went during happy hour for sunset and it was perfect. Go coffee and the happy hour POG margarita. Get a spot outside facing the water. read more

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This was some of the best breakfast food I've had in town for awhile! The drinks were good too!

I eloped in Santa Barbara pretty early in the day and was looking for the perfect early lunch/ lunch spot near the court house. I found Gracie and I'm so glad I did! It was a group of 12 of us and they were so quick to attend to us even with a large group. The food was GREAT! Drinks were refreshing! My family were all fans. Plus it's a cute vibe and on the harbor. Our fav dishes were CEVICHE, FISH TACOS AND TUNA MELT! read more

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Definitely, we're trying. Good and bad. The burger was very nice and thick with good flavor and I loved the sauce and the bun was great. The fries with it were cold and kind of chewy(frozen). They were seasoned well but just no attention to detail in bringing out fresh fries that have been sitting too long. The sole was well priced and a good portion, but an absolute SALT bomb. You got to try your stuff before you send it out. My wife had a blueberry spritz. It was $17 and although she liked the taste, she said it was more like a mocktail. If you're going to charge a premium price for a drink, at least put some alcohol in it. Atmosphere was great I loved the way they opened up the patio. And the value for the Money and location was pretty good.(except drink) We will try it again. They just need to get their act together on tasting things before they go out. read more

Patio has a stellar ambience and view of the harbor. Tuna melt is open face and great lunch choice. The staff is pleasant and helpful. Next visit will be at night for another review. Stay tuned read more

This place is off the charts. Such a beautiful setting (the chandelier in the bar is worth the trip!) in an epic location. Incredible food and great service! Our party tried several cocktails and different dishes and we all agreed we would be back again, and soon. Head Chef Richie has clearly applied his expertise from past gigs to create a menu and dining experience that you will not soon forget. Head down to the Santa Barbara waterfront to enjoy what Gracie has to offer -- you will not be disappointed! read more

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Happy Hour on the weekends! So good. Try the Happy Meal. Comes with Fries and a Martini. read more

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This place rocks. The chef (Richie) is amazing. I've been to Peru multiple times, Mexico too. Richie's ceviche is the best ever. Uni pasta off the shelf fantastic. FINALLY, Santa Barbara can compete with LA, NY, Chicago. Can't wait to try their brunch. read more

Gracie - CEVICHE !!!!!! Best ever.... - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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What a fun, beautifully renovated and fabulous new restaurant at the Santa Barbara harbor! Went there just a couple of weeks after they opened and our whole group of friends was impressed with the new decor and lovely awning covers for the sun. For a newly opened restaurant, the service was impeccable and the staff happy to help in any way with our orders and service. Ambiance in the indoors looks nice, too! But what made all of us happy was the food! Everything we ordered was just terrific! From the Fish Tacos to the Breakfast Sandwich to the Omelet, the raves were all around the table. But two dishes really stood out and are highly recommended by our group - the Tuna Melt Sandwich, which was simply outstanding and the breakfast potatoes that came as an option with several of the dishes. Our waitress recommended them when asked whether to choose those or the salad as an option. Her eyes lit up and she said, 'oh yes - the potatoes are amazing!' And she was right! So right that we actually ordered an extra side plate for the table so we could all taste them! And, as a bonus, the fries with the Tuna Melt were actually served HOT! So many places serve a good sandwich, but the side fries are cold and soggy - not these. They were hot, cooked perfectly and salted just a bit - but not too much! We will all certainly be back to this new restaurant and will tell all our friends to go, too! And another note is that I met the owner on the way out and he was super nice and so happy to have local people visit his new place. I have to say - "Well done, Dudley!!! Great new place!" read more

Food is incredible and it is in a great location. We got the burger and the short ribs and both were finger licking good. I recommend ordering the burger rare since their medium rare is a bit overdone for my taste. The shrimp cocktail with their side of focaccia to soak up the sauce is a good combo. The staff is also friendly. We love their fire pillar heaters for a nice ambiance. read more

A must visit in Santa Barbara! Stunning views from the harbor all the way to the mountain. Delicious food and drinks! Definitely go for brunch or happy hour / Sunset! read more

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The outside section (the only place we've eaten in three visits) is great you're by the water and all the boats and the boardwalk with all the dogs going by! And everyone who is working here is so personable and informative it's just a pleasure to come here. And the food is wonderful so nicely prepared and it looks so delicious you can't wait to dig in and when you do you are so pleased. The first time we came was the second day they were open and I'm so glad we decided to give it a try! Looking forward to many more visits Stephanie read more

A bit pricey. The cauliflower tacos are tasty, service is great. Love the setting by the harbor

Beautiful location for happy hour. I immediately recognized the espresso martini from Rodeo Room and it's one of my favorites in town. read more

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The Flank steak with a salad instead of fries was absolutely delicious! The meat melted in your mouth!

We enjoyed a tasty light dinner here. The menu is refined, offering flavorful food with marinates, relishes and breads that add texture and taste accents not often found in town. The citrus marinated chicken sandwich was served on focaccia bread and included a tasty, crunchy and zingy celery relish. The wagyu burger came on a puffy sourdough roll, cooked perfectly with its own sauce. Plenty of local wines to choose from by the glass-ask to try a few to help find the right match. The patio looks out over the harbor and the city lights that twinkle at night. We will return soon! read more

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My friends and I have had breakfast at Gracie 6 or 7 times now. The food is absolutely delicious and the service is excellent too. I do recommend this place however I have one caveat, they play the music very loudly and are reluctant to turn it down as per the management. It makes it difficult to have a good conversation. Other than that it's a great experience. read more