I was up in SLO and I was looking for a dog friendly restaurant to have lunch at in Carpinteria on…read morethe way down the coast. I choose Teddy's by the Sea and I'm so glad I did. We showed up at 1pm on a Friday and parked in the back. They gave us a great patio seat and my little dog was happy to be sitting with us. My housemate ordered fish tacos with their amazing house made potato chips and I got the crazy good ceviche. Great little bar inside, cool vibes and amazing food. Dog friendly didn't hurt but added to the experience. Now I have a place to eat while going up the coast!

We stopped on Carpinteria on our way from LA to Santa Barbara. We were craving sushi but came in…read morebecause of a couple appetizers we saw on the menu. They did not disappoint! We sat outside, which was lovely! Servers were friendly and we were served very quickly, despite the outside seating being full! There was also a dedicated parking lot close, which was nice!

Absolutely love this place. Every time we come to SB for the weekend, we stop by here for fish…read moretacos, burgers and margaritas. Right off the freeway near the beach, it's away and always good. Always a line but it goes by fast and food comes out quickly enough (you get a buzzer and pick up your food). We get the Padaro burger and Baja fish tacos with shakes too! Great stop and away from the city when we want to escape a bit.

Ambiance - 5/5 Great outdoor space, little but if grass,…read moresand for the kids to play in, shady palms and the beach just beyond (although you can't really see the ocean despite what some of the pictures lead you to believe) Food - 2/5 I am confused how my burger (Cali burger) had SO MUCH on it and yet was so bland! I could taste the roasted red pepper but even my avocado and onions were somehow bland? My husband said the same about his burger. Sweet potato fries tasted good but were a little soggy. Service - 4/5 Line moved fast, didn't really have any interactions with staff aside from ordering. All in all, I was disappointed here. Bland food and you can't enjoy the ocean view from 90% of seats. The adult only area had a couple tables that I believe were higher up that could maybe see the ocean.

We popped in on a whim since we were already in the area, and we're so glad we did! We were seated…read morepretty quickly on a gorgeous Sunday afternoon, which was a great start. Our server gave us a few recommendations, and we ended up ordering the Fish Piccata (the fish of the day was halibut), fried potatoes, and the uni. Everything was absolutely delicious -- we didn't leave a single bite behind. I couldn't pass up the olive oil cake for dessert, and I'm so glad I didn't. It was so good that I ended up taking two slices to go!

My family and I had a really disappointing experience here, easily one of the worst meals we've had…read morein years. For a place called "Little Dom's Seafood," the menu barely offers any seafood at all; no clams, no crab, no lobster. Just one fish option, oysters, and maybe a shrimp dish. The rest is pizza, salad, and pasta, which felt misleading. The only thing we enjoyed was my youngest's spaghetti and meatballs. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauce was great, and the meatballs were genuinely delicious. Everything else missed the mark: * The fish crudo was so heavily seasoned and oily that you couldn't taste the fish. * The margherita pizza was undercooked. * The fish sandwich was drowning in sauce, and the brioche bun was soggy and greasy. * Even the Diet Coke tasted watered‑down and off. Service didn't help. We waited far too long despite the dining room being mostly empty. We were told they were "really busy," but there were plenty of open tables. For $165, the value just wasn't there. I rarely leave negative reviews, but this was a genuinely poor experience from start to finish, and I wouldn't return. Oh wait the bathroom was exceptionally clean and well equipped that was a great experience and the restaurant looks great and has very comfortable tables and seats

I always wanted to visit this restaurant but thought it was an expensive place. After reading few…read morereviews realized it's worth it. We stopped by on our way back from Carpenteria, the view takes your breath away. We didn't have reservations but it was during lunch so we were seated right away. I ordered the hamburger and my husband ordered the chicken sandwich. Both of them were delicious and fulfilling. The servers were very nice and had big smiles. The entire experience was amazing and l would come back each time I am in the area.

My gosh what a beautiful place to have lunch! Weather was perfect; water glasses filled without…read morehaving to ask, Cobb salad very delicious. Cioppino had a lot of salmon, halibut, and a nice grouping of shrimp, mussels, and clams. Only one scallop sadly. Food was delicious and plentiful!

finding siam elephant was purely a fluke! out on a date that went so well we took a mini road trip…read moreto carp. siam elephant was one of the few restaurants open, so we popped in. the staff were immediately friendly & accommodating. told us about their awesome specials. we continued to chat with them & it was a great night! towards the time we were wrapping up, this amazing music came on.. we were grooving completely! i look up & so is the staff. just a special place in a special place. do ya' self a favor & check it out.

I love Thai food but my husband has never tried it. I promised him it will be a good experience…read more We stopped by on a weekend and were seated immediately. The service is very fast so we had to decide right away. I ordered pumpkin curry with shrimp and my husband ordered kung pao shrimp and both came out perfect. The place was decorated nicely and they also had a patio seating. Lots of families and couples were having dinner with us. I would revisit whenever l am in the area.

Unsuspecting spot, empty when we got there w/ lots of open space inside on 9/12/25 morning... but…read moreit's a GEM. So good, so flavorful, w/ generous portions and lots of seafood. Helpful staff. FETTUCCINE w/ SHRIMP $16.95 Tiger shrimp, mushrooms, scallions, light cream, sherry wine, garlic LINGUINE $17.95 Green and white linguine, tiger shrimp, bay scallops, mushrooms, green onions, white wine, light marinara, crushed red pepper

Wow the portions are huge, food is flavorful, and our to go order was piping hot when we picked it…read moreup. Kids ate up the spaghetti without complaint, adults enjoyed the lasagna, tortellini, and linguini. Each meal came with bread so we happily ended up with a huge bag of leftover toasted buttered bread. The star of the show was the linguini bursting with shrimp and scallops. Worth a train ride from LA for that alone (and a bag of bread).

Scam restaurant with confused employees who argue with each other in public, flies inside the…read morekitchen (and I mean INSIDE the closed door area), and the gall to ask for a tip when you get buzzers and have to pick up your own food AND find your own table, if there's even one available (it's in a food court shared with multiple other places.) We paid over $80 for two tacos, a burrito, and two margaritas that were TWENTY SIX dollars each. They trick you by filling a mason jar with huge ice cubes and pouring diluted margarita inside. Even the mason jars weren't full; they're THAT cheap. If I wasn't here on a date and blinded by heart-eyes and the blissfully good mood that comes with that, I would have walked out when I saw the joke drink prices. Also the burrito was mediocre and had soggy small French fries inside as filler. Props to the owner of the business for getting all his personal friends to write the comically exaggerated 10/10 amazeballs reviews congratulating him by name on the opening. You guys don't even talk to your own mothers like that, get a grip Acting like the chef was Wolfgang Puck. Trash Mexican restaurant trying to look trendy by imitating the industrial building look, and serves the underwhelming experience to match.

The reason for my 3 star review is that I did enjoy the drinks and dessert but the food and…read moreappetizer I definitely think were not the best quality. I ordered a queso fundido for $15 and although the flavor was there and was very cheesy I did not like the presentation of the plate. It also looked like it was reheated in the microwave and for $15 I do expect more. The El Cali burrito was $20 and the skirt steak was bad quality. It should have easy to chew but the chewing was never ending. The burrito was a bit messy as well from the beans as it had too much bean broth. We also were not offered any salsas for our food. I also wish the burrito could have been cut in half. Moving on to the good stuff was the passionfruit margarita. Although it was not my first option I decided to try it since I was told their frozen margaritas were not available today. The drink was strong and had a great passionfruit flavor which I loved. Presentation was beautifully. The strawberry tres leches were $10.50 but it was delicious! It was flavorful, was moist, had a good amount of crema, and had lots of strawberries! I would return just for their dessert slice. Service seemed rushed as the employee did not offer us any utensils for our cake slice and customers kept coming back asking for utensils. The large open seating is great but they do need more shade as the sun hits pretty hard in the lounging area. They also have a beautiful bar.

What a vibe White Caps is. Cute terraced outdoor seating with twinkle lights, flower beds, and a…read moregorgeous view of the ocean. What more can you ask for. There's a an adorable food truck that you order at. The menu is minimal, hoping they'll add to it as they get busier. The lobster roll was good, but mind you, I'm comparing it to Neptunes Oyster Restaurant in Boston. Theirs is filled with lobster and the flavor is unmatched. White Caps you get half of the lobster, if that, in the roll and there's something missing in the taste of sandwich but still good. The portion of the tater tots is also a miss for the price, but is loaded with good crunch and flavor. All in all, I'm glad Summerland/Carp area finally have a cute eatery that caters to a seaside vibe.

Super cute, but way overpriced for the quality and quantity of the food. Lobster rolls are almost…read more$30, and the small side of tater tots are around $8. The lobster roll was not packed with lobster and the lobster itself was sort of watery. If you're in the mood for an amazing lobster roll, there are many other places in town to visit- including the SB fish market in Goleta. This place feels like it was made for Instagram and falls flat in the actual food.

I love it here (except for the one customer on his cell phone talking LOUDLY!) The service was…read moregreat, the menu is simple, and the food is delicious. I highly recommend the ginger soup for anyone that is sick or needs warmth. Sliced chicken, mushroom, baby boy choy, carrots, and jullienne slivers of ginger. So good! A small bowl is pretty large, at least to me. I ordered the Mei Mei Tofu dish which comes with white rice. I took a scoop of that white rice to put in my soup, too. The heat holds well in the Tofu, which was still hot after my soup. I didnt need to add anything to it. No salt, no soy sauce, no white pepper...it tasted delicious. I enjoyed my meal. I will return!

We're regulars at Uncle Chen in Carpinteria, and it's always a great experience. Clean, quiet, and…read morewelcoming. The orange chicken, shrimp chow fun, kung pao beef, and hot and sour soup are consistently fresh and flavorful. Generous portions, hot tea, and friendly service every time. A reliable favorite, highly recommend.

My fiend has a condo on the beach and every time we visit we go here and get lobster Mac & Cheese…read more They have many other wonderful dishes. They have the TVs going for all the sporting events, very nice atmosphere. Lobster mac & cheese is the best. We've tried other places up there, but nothing compares to this one.

Great night! we decided to sit outside because we our pet visiting from out of town. They have wall…read moreheats and tower heaters so you're well surrounded by warmth. Food was great had the seafood cioppino bowl and arancini. friendly staff and great wine selection!