I like to think I know myself pretty well, so I'm not sure how I got things so wrong in my initial…read morePoké House review. I averred, quite forcefully, that I'd never pay for delivery again, and yet here I am, less than a year later, having ordered from this place three more times. The last time was for pick-up at least, but the truth remains: I, a resident of Los Angeles, have become a Poké House regular. The poke is just too good, and also too perfect for an easy solo meal. That Tuna Lover Bowl is fantastic, but I also like the build-your-own option. I get it with sushi rice and krab salad, and some combination of spicy tuna, ahi tuna, spicy miso salmon, Scottish salmon, edamame, green onion, hijiki seaweed, jalapeño, masago, and furikake. I've enjoyed the recommended sauce combination of sriracha aioli, citrus ponzu, and sweet unagi. Poké House also has onigiri, and I tried the krab salad onigiri when it was offered for free with an order of a medium build-your-own bowl. I didn't need the extra food--the medium poké bowl really fills me up--but the onigiri was tasty. Delivery is convenient, but pick-up works well, too, though you can't park right in front, as it's in a no-cars-allowed alley in the Paseo Nuevo complex. The place is cute, clean and inviting with a fast casual feel. Service was friendly and immediate when I went to pick up. We're in Santa Barbara pretty often, and I predict I'll get Poké House again before the year is out. I eat a little crow every time I order, but at least it tastes delicious.

I love stopping by Poke House whenever I get a craving for a fresh high quality ahi bowl. The…read moreportions here are more than generous, and the price point matches the quality. The fish here is wild-caught and they try to stick with buying local sustainably sourced seafood, which is why it always tastes so fresh and clean. For bowls, they offer signature ones already put together so it saves you the hassle of trying to figure out what you want. You can also build your own though. My go to is usually the Tuna Lover bowl. It comes with 3 tuna offerings, such as ahi, spicy tuna and garlic oyster tuna. It also includes cucumber, white and green onions, masago, and furikake. For the sauces they use a citrus ponzu and house shoyu. Served over rice and it also comes with seaweed salad and crab salad. So good! I can never finish the bowl because it's so filling, but the left overs still taste delicious. Customer service here is always friendly and the restaurant is well kept. You can either dine inside or enjoy your meal outside. I love dining outside because it gives me a chance to people watch and it is located at Paseo Nuevo Mall, so the location is perfect. Overall, a great addition to the mall and one that I continue to come back to.

Food: 4/5 Uni was delicious, sahimi we also wonderfully fresh. The fresh uni is highly recommended,…read moreslightly sweet slightly salty. Straight from the ocean. Service: 5/5 Team is great, quick and very attentive. Ambiance: 4/5 Very small but the area is very clean. Love the simplicity.

So glad I got to try this place before leaving SB! It's a small local spot right by the harbor, and…read moreeverything looked so fresh and good. The two young staff members were super friendly too. I got a little bit of everything: ahi poke, salmon poke, crab, candied salmon, oysters and of course the sea urchin. Everything was really good, but the sea urchin was seriously on another level. I've had uni at a lot of different places, and this is hands down the best I've had so far. Totally worth the $22 each My husband and I literally couldn't stop thinking about it after we left, so we decided to bring our family back next weekend so they can try it too. I just wish they had clam chowder because I'm a huge fan lol. But maybe there's a reason they don't make it and just want to focus on what they do best. And honestly, I can't complain because the uni was that good! P.S. I forgot to mention they also have treats and meal toppers for dogs! I bought a bag of wild salmon for my dog, and he absolutely loves it. I guess he'll be getting something from here every time we stop by now

The poke was very fresh as well as the ingredients. I decided to eat in and the seating area was…read morevery relaxing, clean and inviting. The gentleman which looks to be owner was difficult to understand but pleasant. Extra charge for the masago. Overall a great place to grab lunch.

Went with a friend from Costa Rica and had eight pieces of different sushi rolls. The sushi was…read moredelicious, but I prefer it a bit colder than it was served...but it was tasty. My friend had a poke bowl they really enjoyed. The owners were great and the service was quick. Tables outside on a nice day made it a good and relaxing meal.

Best deal around! Got lucky and snagged a parking spot in there tiny lot that's shared with batting…read morecages. There was a line when we got there on a Sunday afternoon around 1:30pm and that took about 20 minutes before we could order. All of us got the triple play which is an order of three tacos any flavor u want. I loved my spicy crispy shrimp and my families choice of carne asada and the battered up. Bahn mi had a tang I didn't love and the grilled fish was fine but not as flavorful as the crispy shrimp and carne asada. My family loved the Gangnam style, crispy shrimp, carne asada and grilled shrimp best. Hard to recommend certain tacos bc everyone has different ideas about what they like but I couldn't get over the crispy shrimp crunch with tender juicy interior. And the carne asada had such strong classic flavors because of their stunningly good guacamole! So of course if u like guac u need to order their guac and chips!

We came here for our beach day lunch as tacos are great beach food! It was a short walk from East…read moreBeach and I was a bit surprised when we arrived. I thought we were at the wrong place as all I saw at first were batting cages. But there was the window to order and the menu boards I saw in all the Yelp photos... and a row of picnic tables next to the cages where you could sit and eat. They've got tacos, burgers, hot dog, but I was here for the tacos. I did the "Triple Play" (3 tacos) and I got Batter Up (fried cod), Ahi Poke, and Grilled Fish. The tacos were flavorful but I felt there was too much of the pico de gallo, aioli, etc. I feel that with really good fish tacos, the fish should be the star, not all the toppings/sauces. I loved the wonton shell for the Ahi Poke but it had way too much wasabi aioli for me that overpowered the fish. My wife enjoyed her tacos but I thought they were decent. I do give them bonus points for the unique set up- I'm a big baseball fan, so I really wished I wore shoes instead of my flip flops so I could get some swings in after my tacos! Next time I'll do that for sure!

We'd heard about their fresh fish so this place was definitely on my wife's must visit list for our…read moretrip. I like the set up of this location compared to the Santa Barbara one. This one sits in a strip mall so there is plenty of free parking and seats to eat at. My wife was bummed that there was no more sea urchin to be bought when we pulled in at dinner time but the fried fish taco special was too good to pass up so we both ordered that, the kiddo got the grilled salmon plate, and we also got a bowl of clam chowder to share. All the food was delicious! The fish tacos were the way I like them- a big piece of fish with cabbage, a little pico de gallo, and a dollop of sauce- not too many overpowering flavors to let the fish be the star of the show. The clam chowder was creamy with plenty of clams, and the salmon plate had great salmon that was cooked nicely (still moist) and what was likely an entire avocado sliced up on the plate. Great food, we'd definitely come back!

The employee taking my order was extremely friendly and delightful to speak with. She was helpful…read morein explaining the menu options and the different oysters of the day. Really enjoyed the fresh oysters here. The smallest, most expensive one (they had a few different ones that day so I tried one of each) was understandably the tastiest and creamiest of the bunch. The other ones were good too, and all of them had a salty brine on them. They also provided some lemon wedges, marinara (?) sauce, and hot sauce. The fried soft-shell crab burger was interesting to try once, not particularly my taste but if you like fried soft-shell crab it could be great for you. I would like to come back, especially for the fresh oysters. Hoping to try some other menu items next time.

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.

We were looking for seafood and found Kanaloa Seafood thanks to Yelp! It's tucked across the street…read morefrom the mall, next door to Light House Coffee. Santa Barbara was having a heat wave and there did not seem to be AC indoors, so we sat outside. It's counter service, so you order at the counter and take your number to a table. My husband got a decent yuzu salmon poke bowl, which came with cucumber, jicama and avocado with your choice of base (white rice, brown rice or mixed greens). I ordered the Korean salmon tacos (2 for $15) topped with pickled cucumber slaw, kimchi aioli and a tasty sweet and spicy chili sauce. I wish there was a third taco, because I was still a little hungry afterwards. A little on the pricey side but a super chill place to eat.

This place gets 5 stars for several reasons: size (for the bowl size, it was filling), taste (the…read moresauces enhanced and didn't overpower the food), freshness, and service. I'm visiting the area and chose this place bc of it's photos, protein choices, toppings, and pricing that aligns with poke places in LA. I ordered online from my hotel just under 3 miles away, and I forgot to choose sauces. Poke sauces are one characteristic of eating poke that makes each place and bowl unique. I got there, and the chef came out and asked if it was intentional that I left out the sauces. Service is what gave this place the fifth star. They were warm, friendly, and excited for me hoping I enjoyed my food. Because I forgot to add sauce, they gave me some to try on the side. The spicy mayo was nice bc it added creaminess and a little heat to the dish. Both the sweet shoyu and orangy garlic enhanced the flavors and freshness of the proteins and veggie toppings while being a great accompaniment to my salad and rice base. Toppings really help the over-all experience. No soy sauce needed at all. Finally, the five proteins that go into a large bowl were the bigger winner. Poke is hard to commit to sometimes for the price, but once you find a spot like this, it deserves to be "the place". If I lived here or when I visit again, I will absolutely come here again and wish them the best. Good luck not eating the large bowl at once bc the flavors are so good. Best wishes for continued success for this place. I enjoyed the bowl a bunch.

Very fresh poke bowl! Made with great quality ingredients with lots of options for customization. I…read moreknocked down a star because I felt that the cucumbers were cut a bit too large and were not bite sized. The service was super quick!

We had a great time here despite the long wait time. The food was fresh and delicious. The service…read morewas excellent, and we enjoyed sitting outside with a beautiful view. Definitely would come back.

We arrived at Santa Barbara Shellfish Company around noon on a Sunday and waited roughly 15 minutes…read moreto be seated outside. The location is definitely part of the experience since you're right on Stearns Wharf with a great view of the water. Parking is also surprisingly convenient. You can drive directly onto the wharf, and the first 90 minutes are free. We arrived around 11:45 am and found a spot pretty easily, but by the time we left around 1:30 pm, it was packed and we saw cars circling around waiting for spots. I'd definitely keep that in mind if you're coming later on a weekend. We ordered the Bread Bowl Chowder, Clam Linguini, and Lobster Roll. The chowder was fine, and I appreciated that they were actually pretty generous with the clams, but neither the chowder nor the bread bowl itself was particularly memorable to me. The Clam Linguini was extremely rich and buttery, almost to the point where it became difficult for me to keep eating. I usually associate clam pasta with something a little lighter, so this caught me off guard. If you prefer heavier, creamier pastas, you may enjoy it more than I did. The Lobster Roll was packed with lobster, which I definitely appreciated, especially for the price. Unfortunately, the bun was toasted too much for my preference and ended up being overly crunchy. The onion rings on the side were fine but nothing particularly memorable. The staff was friendly throughout our meal and also quickly noticed and took care of some water that started dripping near our table, which I appreciated. Overall, I think the location and experience of eating seafood right on the wharf are fun, but I found the food a little underwhelming for the price. There were things I liked about each dish, especially how generous they were with the seafood, but nothing we tried really stood out enough that I'd go out of my way to come back.

Best poke bowls in Santa Barbara! The bowls are packed to the top - no skimping here. The fish is…read moresuper fresh, and you can really taste the quality. All the sauces are great and really add flavor to the bowl. It might seem a bit pricey at first, but considering how fresh the fish is and the area, it's actually pretty reasonable. It's definitely a treat if you're looking for some quality poke. The casual vibe makes it a great spot to sit down and enjoy. You won't regret stopping by!

This place has been mine and my boyfriend's FAVORITE Poke spot for years, my favorite for even…read morelonger. We absolutely LOVED Yabee and Johnny (the two workers at the front) and were treated very well throughout these years. However, today my boyfriend went back there to pick us up a poke bowl. It has been about a month of us not eating here (we got busy). Unfortunately it doesn't seem Yabee and Johnny are working anymore which is a huge bummer. He came home with a said "large" poke bowl that he paid $35 for. For the base he asked for light mixed greens, and for the protein and toppings he asked for salmon, tuna and imitation crab. When he came home, I immediately noticed there was a SIGNIFICANT decrease in the fish portioning, especially for the "large bowl". The only reason the bowl was filled, was because it was mostly lettuce. I kid you not when I say our bowl was filled with about 90% lettuce and greens and about 10% actual fish and toppings. We have NEVER experienced this before and for the price we paid, I would expect anyone to be treated to MUCH better portions of fish. The bowl didn't even remotely fill either of us up and we were both left just as hungry as before. I wish I had taken a photo of what it looked like when we were done, as the bowl was STILL filled to the brim with lettuce. I'm not sure if we were just personally jipped this time but I sincerely hope this isn't the new way this place will be handling their business. I am pretty bummed about this.

Leaving reviews for all my favorite spots in town in hopes that they stay here forever. Secret Bao…read moreis perfect. The Kung Pao Cauliflower has never disappointed. The Udon Carbonara is insane. Their baos are 10/10. And don't even get me started on the passion fruit or matcha crème brûlée when they have them. Truly one of those places where I want to order everything on the menu every time. Please never leave us, Secret Bao.

Well it appears that I have a new favorite restaurant in Santa Barbara! Came last night at the…read moresuggestion of a few locals and a few websites and was fully blown away. The menu is expertly curated, there's not many places where I legitimately want one (or two) of everything but Secret Bao made choosing a dinner for two very difficult. Everything we ate was incredible - the xiao long bao hands down the best I've had. Thick buns wrapped around a hearty and flavorful soup filling. The crispy rice was fantastic too, hot rice covered in cold bluefin tuna made for an excellent first course. Of course the bao were delicious as well, as it's right in the name of the restaurant. I liked the pork belly over the KFC only slightly more. Of course the Kalbi short ribs were perfect with crispy charred edges. The half pound was the perfect amount to split among two with other dishes. The carbonara noodles were an inventive and decadent centerpiece to tie everything together. Service was great, our young lady waiter was personable and gave great suggestions when I was truly overwhelmed by nothing but great options