What a gem of a find! We ordered (pictures) the BLT (hubby said the bacon was awesome), Baja tacos (top notch), and the nacho tater tots (not realizing that could have been one meal we split). All were amazing! Loved that ambiance, too. We were there mid-day on Thursday on November so it was a little lazy and slow, but I bet this place pops in evenings in the Summer. Definitely worth the stop. Nachos Baja Fish Tacos read more

Padaro Beach Grill - Great find along the beach - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Great food. A bit pricey, but outstanding ambiance, outdoor area. Had an excellent burger that they lettuce wrapped. Cole slaw was a bit dry, go for the fries. read more

Great service, amazing views, and easy to locate! Definitely returning NO crowds, great photo opportunities, clean outdoor seating.

Great outdoor ambiance, and great food and soft serve ice cream. We had a nice afternoon here!

We had the shrimp tacos, the fish and chips, and an additional side of fries. Great amounts of food and it all was absolutely delicious. We also loved the outdoor seating. Excellent all around. read more

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If there was ever a casual place that deserves a perfect score, it is Padaro Beach Grill. I mean, where else has that incredible of a view on their patio, that nice of a menu, and such a nice friendly staff? Nowhere, that's who. First thing you notice is the prime real estate. The restaurant has that sort of beach taco shack vibe to it, but the outside seating is legendary. Ginormous patio that has a sandbox for kids, a view of the beach, and if you're lucky, you'll see the train go by. I strongly recommend going around sunset. We all know you can't beat a California sunset, unless you're eating some great food. My only complaint is that they do not allow dogs on there which definitely has blocked me from visiting more often, as I always have my dog with me. Alright, food. How does it taste? Well I have never had anything bad there. The burgers are very tasty, as is the tri-tip. In fact, I strongly recommend the tri-tip fries. They are what I crave when I am at home. They also have a happy hour. The prices are surprisingly good. I don't imagine you'll spend any less at a fast food chain, and you'll get better food too. They even have a military discount if you served. There you have it, I strongly recommend you take your kids, take your grandma, take your date (first impressions are important), and take your dog (you're not allowed to). This place rules. read more

Good place to eat. Went there the other day. Had a great salad, but when I asked for water to drink. They gave me a cup the size of a shot glass. I wound up paying for a soda to get a standard cup. I filled it with water anyway. Wound up paying $4 to drink water. not a happy camper. Sucks! read more

I went around 12 and it wasn't packed at all. Surprisingly, when we left around 12:45, there was a long line that formed outside the door. I would say the food was good, but not great. The service was outstanding and the views had overcast but it was still a wonderful view. We got the California burger, beach club sandwich, fries, and onion rings. My favorite was the beach club sandwich and the fries. I thought the beach club sandwich was a pretty good take of a BLT sandwich with your classic bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes with the addition of grilled chicken and guacamole. The chicken that they gave was very thin which was disappointing but they gave a lot of guacamole. The California burger was average at best. The patty was bland and not seasoned well. The burger overall just didn't have a good flavor and just tasted really one sided to me. I will commend them on the serving size of this burger. It was huge. The fries were delicious. They were perfectly crispy, salted, and golden. The onion rings were also poorly seasoned. If I didn't have ketchup or ranch by my side, I would be sad. Overall, this place is definitely a really nice place to chill at with friends or family especially on a sunny day with no overcast. I would come here again for the views and try out other foods, but for this experience, I would say the food was average. read more

Padaro Beach Grill - Beach Club Sandwich, California Burger, Fries, and Onion Rings - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Came here on burger week. Ordered their special which was a tasty burger of sorts. I've had their chicken club in the past, but the burger week special was just so good. Sorry for those of you that missed out, but it was an amazing burger to try. Thank you for the friendly service, great views, and tasty food! read more

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This little place was like stepping into a cozy beach escape. We didn't have to wait long for our food. The fries were crisp without being greasy. The bread was toasted to the perfect crisp. read more

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Such a cute little spot- Baja tacos were great & burgers looked great too! Cute vibe, nice reggae playing, loved this little beach spot. Extra points for the sandcastle area they made for kiddos. read more

I went in to Padaro with high hopes of good customer service and boy was I right, I was greeted by a very nice man. Great experience would come again. read more

This restaurant offers a great atmosphere, tasty food, and outstanding service. A perfect place to enjoy a nice meal! read more

Padaro Beach Grill - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

It's our first time there. I drop off my son to eat with his friends and I order to go. However, not sure if because it was busy or other reason, it took a long time( probably 30-40 minutes) to received my order. So when I bring the food to my son, all his friends are done eating..... Not a good experience. read more

Came here after a day at a beach. It's a chill, eclectic vibe near the water (although the view of the ocean is blocked by a fence). The burgers were good and everything else was okay: -ambiance: beautiful beachside location with a lovely palm-tree dense fenced garden with picnic tables. Indoor seating available too. Kind of a Hawaii vibe -burgers: 4.5/5 -nachos: 3.5/5 -Baja fish tacos: 3/5 (oil tastes older and the fish texture and flavor combo wasn't great) -fries: 4/5. Crispy and tasty -portion size: HUGE! It was a fair price given the area, portions, and inflation. And lots of little kids running around open seating in a fenced space. So I'd recommend for families with young kids :) read more

Niece treated us to lunch here before our shopping trip in Carpenteria. We found a place to park on the side of the road, across from the restaurant. We were lucky to see someone pull out as we were driving back to the main road to look for another restaurant. Parking here can be a challenge! This is a popular place as the line for food was as long as the line for the two single person bathrooms. While Husband & Niece ordered food, I used one of the unisex bathrooms. My only complaint was a lack of towels. The young woman at the take out side gave me napkins to dry my hands. But what about others after me? And employees? The food was freshly prepared so we waited a bit for our pager to go off at our table by the hedges blocking the view of the ocean. We enjoyed people watching as we sipped on our margaritas on this beautiful Kwanza day, 12/26/22. Niece had a regular margarita and I had the mango variety. Nice! All of the food was delicious. The past reviews were spot on! My clam chowder was excellent. I saved the oyster crackers for later & I ate part of the hot buttered bread. Husband loved his burger, and perfectly made crunchy onion wings. Niece had the tri tips, and could not finish it all. It was huge! She let me nibble on the fresh avocado, cheese fries and tri tips. We would come back for the food and drinks. If we can't find parking, though, we'll move on. read more

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Great ambiance, right on the beach. The food was great. You order and pick up your food at the counter and then enjoy the fresh air and wonderful views. read more

I'm only leaving a review because I had a REALLY off and bad experience here today. Foods usually great that's why we come back! Today I got the catch of the day sandwich and my bread and lettuce had some kind of chemical floral cleaner on it so powerful I threw it away and while waiting I also got harassed by an employee for having my service dog (I get it people bring their pets places) he's actually trained for medical/medication alerts etc. Could/should have just asked me if he's a service dog not came at me the way he did with "mam no dogs allowed" smh do better please! read more

We ordered the Baja fish tacos and Tri tip nachos. The fish tacos were fantastic. Nothing too flashy, exactly what they should be. The nachos were good, but the cheese wasn't all the way melted and it was cooler outside so it was pretty cold by the time we could eat. The steak and guacamole were great though. We also ordered a strawberry jalapeño and mango margarita. Both were perfect. The atmosphere was everything we could ask for after traveling from the east coast all day. Relaxing and beautiful. I loved the no kids section! We drove 20 miles from our hotel and would do it again without blinking. read more

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The food was amazing! A little pricey but that's expected given the amazing location in Carpinteria. If you beat the crowd before 12 the wait isn't long at all. We got our food fairly quick after ordering. I got the Padaro Burger & my boyfriend got California burger. The Padaro burger was definitely the best in my opinion but both were very good. We also order a side of guacamole and chips, guac was very fresh. You can't beat this places scenery and seating outside, it is gorgeous. Family friendly and they have an adult section as well. read more

Padaro Beach Grill - outdoor seating - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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A quaint Beach Grill located right next to the beach and train tracks outside Santa Barbara in Carpenteria. Lawn area, indoor seating...lots of area to enjoy the beach grill menu and chill. Margaritas and brews, tacos and burgers, Sando's too. The perfect spot to pull off 101 and chill for a spell. read more

I've been here so many times many years ago. The place hasn't changed much and still serves very good food with pretty solid customer service. It's not crazy expensive but can be if you get a drink and fries. Burger is excellent. The seating is outside and has good views if you're standing up and see over the hedges. Good place to stop and get a good meal. read more

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The food was good but more about the setting. Gorgeous place to see the sun go down. There's a kids sand play area. Beware there is a train that passes right behind the place. It made us jump. lol read more

The food is quintessential California burgers. It's a simple and straightforward Cali burger shack offering mostly burgers and tacos. The seafood options were very limited though. I expected more seafood from this place since it is a beach side grill and seafood would be very fitting when eaten on the shore. Also please note that there is no beach view at all when you eat here. Yes it's right on the beach, but the beach view is blocked by a line of bushes surrounding the outside eating area. I'm a bit disappointed by that. read more

Padaro Beach Grill - Angus burger - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Love love this place. Grounds are awesome. Grandkids love it here. All food that we've tried has been really good

This is a favorite place to stop by and grab a good bite to eat, I've had their burgers and salads before and everything has been delish! Today I had the shrimp tacos, which were great and their salsa had a nice kick and flavor to it. The ambiance is great it's ocean side and has a beachy reggae cafe vibe to it, service is good you order at the counter then pick up your food when it's ready and it's open seating read more

Padaro Beach Grill - Grilled shrimp tacos - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Such a hidden gem off the 101 and has been a favorite stopping point on my drives from San Luis Obispo to LA or San Diego! Everything is delicious, but most recently I had the beach club and oh my goodness, this is one of the best sandwiches I've had in a long time! Buttery, toasted sourdough with melted cheddar, juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and loads of smashed avocado. I was only going to eat half, but it was just too good. They also do lettuce wraps, but the sourdough bread is so delicious. It was perfectly toasted and crispy on the outside and soft inside. I've had burgers, fish tacos, sweet potato fries, salads, etc here. You can't go wrong with anything really! They have a ton of outdoor seating and great sunset views! Parking can be tough, especially in the summer, but there is usually street side parking available. read more

Padaro Beach Grill - Beach Club Sandwich - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

We love this place. It is a tradition for our team to stop here on our way home from tournaments in Santa Barbara. The food is fantastic and the setting is one of a kind. read more

They say they no longer allow dogs because of one incident a few years ago. Imagine all the business you lost because of ONE incident. How do so many restaurants and bars allow dogs but you don't? We'll go elsewhere. read more

The food was so good! I always love a good burger and the asada fries were amazing! The portion of the asada fries was huge and we didn't finish them even though it was two of us going at it. There's plenty of seating outside by the beach. Plenty of shaded spots as well. There were only a couple of tables inside so you have to be lucky to get them. The girl at the register wasn't the friendliest. We would ask questions and we were given very blunt answers. The condiments and napkins are all located inside which can be a hassle since the seating is pretty far. Parking is also a hassle since it's street parking. We had to walk a bit from where we parked. I did see a good amount of staff keeping the tables and trash area clean which I always enjoy. I hate a messy restaurant. Overall I really enjoyed the food and would come back if I'm in the area. read more

GREAT PLACE FOR LUNCH IN CARPINTERIA =================================== My friend Jenny recommended Padaro Beach Grill following our visit to Ventura Botanical Gardens and Seaside Gardens nearby. We shared a tuna melt and fish tacos. We should have just shared the tuna melt because that was enough for both of us. It was delicious. You order at the counter and grab a table out in the sand. Most tables have umbrellas which is nice Definitely looking forward to going back again. read more

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Travelling with my mother, sister and wife up to Central Coast and we discovered this amazing pitstop. Really really great food; burgers are huge and delicious varieties, the chili cheese fries incredible, my favourite the fish tacos were the ideal lunch considering the location. The large and spacious outdoor seating area is right on the beach with spectacular views, especially on a clear sunny day as it was for us. Beware the trains though; the tracks are literally feet from the garden - hold on to your margarita!! Next time were travelling north, we will make a point of stopping here. It's on our list! read more

Padaro Beach Grill - Lunch with an ocean view and skies full of fresh air - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Great food, great service, casual dinning experience with a very family friendly environment. The only negative thing I can say is that they do not allow dogs, and the parking can be a little bit challenging. But I would highly recommend this place to everyone and anyone!!!! And I am looking forward to going back again. read more

Wow! Was a cool experience!! Wonderful Beach Grill, with amazing views, family friendly, and comfortable environment! They offer the classic beachy themed food items, AS WELL AS a Vegan Menu - very impressed with this option being available! The service was wonderful, full of smiles and kindness! I waited, maybe 5-8 minutes for my meal which included a to-go burger and fries. Would 10/10 recommend stopping by and checking out this Beach Road Side grill!!! read more

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Oceanside views and fresh seafood! What more can someone want while visiting the coast? During our visit, my husband and I indulged in the Baja Fish Tacos and the Chicken Sandwich, each dish offered generous servings and bold flavor. The Baja Fish Tacos featured huge, crispy, golden fish nestled in warm tortillas and topped with their generous house-made sauce. While not the sea, my husband's country club sandwich, had juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and tangy aioli. We dined al fresco, soaking in the ocean breeze and panoramic views, it became clear that Padaro Beach Grill is more than just a restaurant--it's an experience. There were kids playing on the side, groups of friends, and a family celebrating a birthday. Does it sound too busy for you? Well they actually have a quiet "adults only section" where it was quite serene. So whatever your vibe is, Padaro will deliver. read more

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My husband and I passed here one week prior to coming having lunch here. We randomly found this place and we wanted to give it a try. Their pricing seemed very reasonable and they had plenty of options so we figured why not. I love tacos, so I decided to get the fish tacos which I wasn't really impressed with , however, the Asada fries were really good. However, I had to ask them to put onions and I still saw onions in my food. My husband and I got bloody Mary and Michelada however I was not impressed with these two drinks. I filled that their mix had odd taste. So I ended up getting mango margarita and it was a little bit better. I could barely taste the alcohol. There is plenty of parking but it's always busy, they have really nice area for kids to play in the sand and plenty of food options and chairs and spots to sit. My husband had their try tip and he thought it was OK, we had other people that and they had other options and they seem to like the food I would give them another try. read more

Padaro Beach Grill - June 2024 menu - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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Chilled environment, delicious food and divine view, like that we can summarize Padaro Beach Grill. We we coming from Solvang and wanted to stop somewhere to eat, then fouthis place on Yelp. The environment is very casual, they have sandwiches and burgers with soft drinks, beers and wines. Pretty cool!! What did we have? A Tuna melt and a Maui Burger with a Bloody Mary and a Michelada. Everything delicious tasty and well prepared. Attention is good and the view is magnificent!! Of course I'll be back. Highly recommende. read more

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Love this place! Casual great food, spots for kids to play and adults only place! Grab an amazing ice cream sandwich to cap off an amazing burger! read more

Padaro Beach Grill - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Great place for lunch with a baby! Loved the tuna melt, club Sandwich and sweet potato fries! Beautiful space! Will be back! read more

Padaro Beach Grill - Sweet Potato Fries Beach Club Tuna Melt - American Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Stopped here for lunch on our way to Solvang. The location was perfect, it sits right along Padaro Beach on Santa Claus Lane and has the most beautiful views of Carpinteria. The menu is diverse with plenty of options, (even for the pickiest eaters) and a VEGAN menu! It's great for meat eaters and vegetarians alike! I ordered the Vegan Chipotle Chicken Sandwich and opted to have it lettuce wrapped instead of the sourdough bread it comes on. The sandwich comes with slices of tomato, guacamole, melted cheddar cheese, and a vegan chipotle chicken patty, all wrapped in green leaf lettuce. The "chicken" was flavorful and fried to perfection, vegetables were fresh, and the gooey cheddar cheese and guacamole tied the whole sandwich together. DELICIOUS! Definitely going to visit again on my next trip up North! read more

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