Best burger in SB, service is absolutely amazing every worker goes above and beyond. Came back two days in a row because the burgers were so good. Jalapeño aioli sauce is amazing read more

Waiting for burger at third window, very excited. Good vibes at night because sushi was closed. Kylee is the best cash register person and her hair is cool read more

Win-Dow in Santa Barbara is a must if you're craving a solid smash-style burger. The burgers are seriously amazing, simple, flavorful, and cooked just right. Definitely hits the spot without trying too hard. The vibe is super chill and laid-back, making it a great casual stop while you're in the area. Also, it's surprisingly affordable compared to a lot of other Santa Barbara spots, which is a huge plus. Quick heads up: the parking lot is pretty small since it's shared with a couple of other businesses. You're better off walking over or parking at one of the nearby garages (which are usually free for the first 70 minutes or so). I've heard there's one in LA too but haven't tried itthis Santa Barbara location though? Awesome. Definitely coming back. read more

The Win-dow - DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Average fast food at best, overpriced, serving frozen fries, burnt Brussels sprouts and obnoxious rap music. I asked the staff what bread, roll or bun the fried chicken sandwich came on. The three staff members had no clue and one girl said flour. I told the girl she should be a comedian with that response. No refills on soda. The only party making money with the $10,000 a month rent is the landlord. The chairs on the sidewalk are cracking and breaking too. I won't return to this establishment. Honor Bar in Montecito has a hamburger and chicken sandwich that is many times better for the same price with a better ambiance, better service along with better quality ingredients. read more

The Win-dow - Los Angeles hype doesn't mean the business will be a success in Santa Barbara. - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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The Window is always buzzing with people at all hours of the day. They serve amazing burgers. The buns are soft, but not soggy. The patties are perfectly charred and the toppings melt together beautifully to create the most solid, yet simple burger I've had in a while. I was most excited about their dipped cones, which are fresh and creamy. The peanut buddy is a vanilla cone dipped in chocolate, covered in a crunchy but smooth peanut coating. Wonderful, wonderful, amazing place with lots of seating and parking! The outdoor patio has lots of bugs flying around :( but we sat on the stools near the street and had no problems there. read more

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I ate lunch at the Santa Barbara Win-dow location. I ordered the grain bowl with a patty added. It was a great deal for $10. And SO nice to have fast food that is not all grease. Thanks!! The bowl had brown rice, pickled fennel, roasted broccolini, carrot ribbons, kale, cilantro, and radish on it. It came with a small dressing which was delicious! I enjoyed the bowl and would def come here again. read more

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Dang. What a great burger experience. Worth the hype. We tried their cheeseburger and their double cheeseburger. The buns were buttery soft and the meat was perfect. My biggest worry with smash burgers are that they always tend to be greasy but not these! Also the portion size was perfect. We each got fries as well. They were perfectly crunchy. How all fries should taste. We got two sauces: their house sauce (think thousand island) and jalapeño. The house sauce was my favorite for the burger and fries but the jalepeno would be great on a chicken sandwich (which they have!). One of the big winners of the night was their milkshake. We got their local strawberry. It was perfectly creamy and the strawberries tasted hella fresh. Would highly recommend. Everyone that worked there was lovely and fast. It's a small joint where you order at the window and the call out your name. There's seating around the location on either side with only about 4 true tables so when it gets busy I could forsee big groups having a hard time finding a spot to sit. We walked here but there was a parking lot behind it with some spots. Please note that a lot of people got food to go by parking on the street and jumping out. read more

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First time and it was Outstanding. The burger was so yummy and tender to eat. So much flavor. The frys with ranch were also yummy. Outdoor small seating area makes it feel like Santa Barbara. Seems like a small habit kind of place but the burger was absolutely delicious. Order at window and pick up when number is called. Quick burger spot. Highly recommended. read more

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This is officially my favorite Smashburger in town (sorry, Third Window)! Their prices are super reasonable and the food is delicious! The massive lines have gone down since this place first opened in Santa Barbara. I've also had the SB Grain Bowl made with brown rice, six veggies, two seeds, and soft egg which is pretty yummy too. I was still pretty hungry though after eating, it so next time I added a Patty. Parking can be difficult, but can usually be found on the street if the small parking lot which it shares with Lighthouse Coffee and other businesses is full. read more

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Mainly displeased with them not allowing me to get a burger without onion, though they offered the alternative of "light onion." Otherwise, the food really was great! Didn't take too long and patio was decent, if a little busy. read more

Wanted to try something local (eventhough I am a fan of Habit Burgers) and check out Win-dow. As stated in the name, you walk up to the window to order. Tried their cheeseburger and Impossible burger, fried brussell sprouts and fries. Buns were sweet and soft.. kind of .like a hawaiian sweet bread...burgers with the crispy pickles were very tasty. Dipped my fried crispy brussel sprouts in ranch. Seating is ultra casual and all outdoors...perfect for a mild weather day. Will have to try their 3 day flavor option dipped soft service cream cones. They were super popular. read more

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It was my first time trying Win-Dow! I ordered a cheeseburger and fries with a side of the house sauce. The cheeseburger was delicious and the fries paired perfectly with the house sauce. The staff were friendly and the outdoor seating area was clean. There's a small parking lot, plus street parking and a parking garage right across the street. read more

The Win-dow - cheeseburger + fries - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

If I was asked for a death row meal, it would be the double cheeseburger from here. It tastes so fresh, the onions add a nice sweetness to the savory. I wish I had got a cone or shake. Will come back when in town and recommend to friends. read more

The Win-dow - DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Some of the best burgers in town ! So good makes you forget about in n out lol the oil the use isn't heavy, i appreciate that :)

I was excited to try this place, but sadly disappointed--a poorly constructed burger with good meat quality but extremely Salty. The fries were crispy but over-salted. Friendly, efficient service. Extremely uncomfortable, hard, small marble seats, with little shade. It's though the tables and fixed umbrellas were a whimsical approach rather than a functional one. Also, .65 cents for extra sauce? C'mon read more

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Great burgers for a good price! Got the single the first time and it didn't feel like enough, so this time I opted for the double. The double was definitely enough and very satisfying! Crispy fries and great milkshakes or dipped cones, make this place a perfect spot for lunch or a great stop late night when you have the munchies! read more

This spot is so good. Burgers are great. Price is a deal imo. Parking is super easy/free. Ordering has always been quick even when it's busy, and food comes out relatively quick. Burger is fairly filling compared to other places (looking at u, third window). Not a fan of the fries though. Tastes like stale McDonald's the one time I had it. Chicken sandwich is nicely fried but bland. read more

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Love the location. It's such a cute little outdoor seating with awesome music. The workers are super nice and friendly. It's a must have when visiting Santa Barbara. read more

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The burger = great taste, great price. The fries are pretty mid and the shakes are okay in my opinion. I also have experienced a yucky avocado (over ripe or just a bad batch) on the side with my burgers that isn't pleasant to eat. Deducting stars because the stools in the seating area are just about the worst possible option I've ever sat on. The stool is a flat circle with the smallest diameter possible, and a terrible inch wide ledge to somehow rest your feet on?? Not sure if the intention here is to prevent long dining times with shitty seating, but man it's uncomfortable to eat your food while your feet can't even stay on the foot rest read more

The Win-dow - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Great burger spot in Santa Barbara!! Prices were very fair and there wasn't much of a wait on a Sunday afternoon. I ordered the double cheeseburger, fried chicken sandwich, fries, and the mint oreo ice cream cone. All were SOLID! First off, the double cheeseburger was super juicy and loved the pickles and grilled onions. I ordered a double because I was worried that the patty would be super thin, but each patty was pretty thick for a $7 double burger! The fried chicken sandwich was also very good. Had a nice crisp to it, and loved the coleslaw on it. Didn't have the same wow factor as the burger, but was still very good. The fries were an amazing pair to the sandwiches. Got the jalapeno sauce with it which was very tasty. Didn't even need ketchup! The dipped ice cream cone was also amazing! Got the mint oreo and was happy that it wasn't very messy like how dipped cones can typically get. They have outdoor seating, but this could also be good for takeout. Will be back!! read more

The Win-dow - DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER, ARNOLD PALMER, FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH, FRIES - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Honestly i hadn't eat all day so I didn't get a picture of the burger but I've been here before and these are some great burgers. Got there around 5:30 pm line wasn't too long got my burger and ate it all up. Been here several times not tooo much seating. It was nice and quiet and I'll absolutely be coming back read more

The Win-dow - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Really good! Great burgers and fries! Super friendly staff! Not a long wait. 4 stars is because I didn't love the milkshake - but lots of people ordering -maybe I picked the wrong one. I'll be back to try again! read more

I do enjoy a good ole classic burger. So when I was in downtown Santa Barbara, I made it a point to stop on by the Win-Dow stand. First of all I want to note they automatically add 3% surcharge to your bill. You can decline it, but you have to tell them. They say it is not a gratuity but it is a way to provide sustainable earnings and benefits to their staff. Onto to talking about the food... The cheeseburger was pretty darn good. Hubs ordered it and I snuck a bite or two. Classic smash burger style. It's the size of the burgers at ... dare I say it (In n Out). The price wasn't bad either at $4.35. Hubs had the hand spun vanilla bean milkshake $6. It was topped with whipped cream. He luved it, saying it tasted like true vanilla bean and not artificially flavored. I had the fresh lemonade, it was sour tarty, sweet deliciousness. I don't know what got into me but I ordered the "$8 grain bowl". It had brown rice, six veggies, two seeds, and a soft egg. I went in blind not knowing what were the veggies and seeds. It was gorgeous and fresh looking. My tastebuds battled me on the first few bites (I think it wanted more of that cheeseburger) but gradually started to enjoy the taste and flavors. Fresh crisp veggies, fluffy nutty brown rice. Oh I have to mention the size of the soft serve cones. Sweet goodness, those were as tall as my Charlie Brown head. And gorgeous looking, works of art. Hubs and I did not get one, but almost everyone around me did. The seating is all outdoors. The patio could sure do with a power washing though. The trash cans were both full so a lot of folks left their trash on the tables to be carried off into the breeze. The seating is close quarters to each other. The afternoon I visited, it was a full house and overflowing with local teen spirit just hooting and hollering the afternoon away. read more

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The Win-Dow is good, very good. I've reviewed a lot of burgers in this town and the Win-Dow definitely rates. What I can't say is that it's inherently special or distinct. The double cheeseburger is a good choice if you're in the neighborhood and you want a good, fast burger but it doesn't rise the the level of "I'll go out of my way to get one" as a few other places in the area do. I'd certainly have to disagree with those that say it's "the best" smash burger in town because it isn't, buts it's about as good as you will get in a quick-food, burger stand setting. Cost wise, It's pricier than the local chain burger stand around the corner with a single and a double burger with 2 sodas and 1 order of fries running us about $25. I'm ok paying that for what we got but not everyone might be. One thing I didn't really care for was the seating. The tall tiny-seated stools seemed particularly hard & uncomfortable. They leave most folks feet dangling with the micro ledge foot-rest really only being useful for child sized feet. Maybe they just don't want people "hanging-out" . So, overall, a good burger that will cost but won't disappoint. read more

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Absolutely delicious smash burgers, should have gone for the double. Perfectly good sear, crisp, and gooey ness. The fries were seasoned plainly with salt and the sauces were although both creamy, could use more flavor. The staff were super quick and friendly. Looks super busy. Really wish there were more shady spots to sit. read more

The Win-dow - CHEESEBURGER, FRIES, JALAPENO AIOLI, HOUSE SAUCE - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I needed a break from the office one afternoon and decided to check out Win-dow in Santa Barbara--a quaint little walk-up counter burger spot I'd driven by a few times. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I ended up being pleasantly surprised and seriously impressed. It's a no-fuss setup: walk up to the counter, place your order, and they call your name when it's ready. There are a few tables out front and a side patio if you want to dine in. Parking is limited, so that's something to keep in mind--but honestly, it's worth the effort. The menu is super simple: smash burgers (single or double), a vegetarian option, and a chicken burger. The counter person recommended the double cheeseburger, noting that the singles were on the smaller side, and that turned out to be excellent advice. The double was the perfect size--similar to a standard burger anywhere else--but with way more flavor. My burger was topped with American cheese, their signature house spread, grilled onions, and pickles, all on a slightly sweet bun that brought everything together perfectly. I also ordered fries and a side of their jalapeño aioli, which was creamy and flavorful without being too spicy--absolutely delicious. Another plus? The food came out quickly after I ordered, which made it ideal for a lunch break. I took everything to go, and even by the time I got back to my office (just a few blocks away), the fries were still hot and crispy. A week later, my coworkers and I decided to go back. This time we ordered online, and it was super easy--we placed the order, drove over, and by the time we arrived, it was packed up and ready to go. Talk about convenience! Win-dow has definitely earned a spot on my go-to lunch list. Great food, fast service, easy online ordering, and seriously satisfying burgers. Don't skip the aioli! read more

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Great food . The smashed hamburgers were great but the chicken sandwich was excellent. Eating the fries with the jalapeños dip was also interesting but surprisingly good tasting We are taking points off for long wait after 20 mins we asked ; apparently they had given our order to someone else read more

The Win-dow - The excellent chicken burger - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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We were wandering Santa Barbara and starved. Someone pointed us to a taco joint that turned out to be a mile+ away, and we passed this place en route. Decided to stop. Glad we did. Got a cheeseburger, a veggie burger, fries and crispy brussels sprouts (apparently new to the menu). So good - and good portions. And at a fair price. Outdoor eating is clean and plenty of it. We will be back. read more

Happy to have the Win-Dow in SB! We absolutely will go back. Very delicious smash burger, really amazing fries, quick polite service, tasty strawberry shake and fresh kale salad. - Next time I'll get the double cheeseburger va the single - I think the buns could use a little toast - The dry freeze strawberries don't really add anything to the shake - The kale salad had raisins in it and that's not listed on the menu, could have done without them read more

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Ordered and delivered through postmates. Ordered a regular chicken sandwich and cheese fries. The chicken was appropriately seasoned and it could have used just a tad bit more slaw. The cheese fries were delicious. Right amount of cheese. Will definitely try sit down next time. Perfect 9pm, post travel meal. read more

The Win-dow is darling. A must visit!! We ordered double cheeseburgers, fries, and a Coke. The creamy jalapeño sauce is not to be missed! Hoping to try the shakes in the future. Quick service, easy outdoor seating. There is a bathroom across the parking lot (ask for the key). This place exceeded expectations. Classic. Delicious. Fast. GREAT. read more

We have a new burger joint in town and the smash burgers are not only affordable, but they are delicious!! I came for opening day and waited in line for almost two hours. Was it worth the wait? In all honesty, yes it was because I got a free double cheeseburger with purchase. I had time to kill, and wasn't in a hurry. I would recommend waiting for the hype to die down before trying it. Although, they are offering daily specials right now, and the prices are tempting. The burgers sit between two soft pillowy pieces of bread. The meat Pattie's aren't too salty and perfectly seasoned. I always get the special sauce on the side, because I don't like an overly sauced burger. It tends to get messy and takes away from the taste of the meat. I'm not a huge fan of sauces on my burger, but the one here is pretty good. The fries aren't anything special, but I do appreciate that they weren't too salty. Lightly fried, crispy and they serve well paired on the side. For beverage, I tried the Arnold Palmer. The lemonade is a little tart, but sweet and the tea helps balance it out. It was refreshing and hit the spot with my food. I remember when this location was Ernie's Drive-in back in the day. It was a popular place to stop by and grab some food. I love how the Win~Dow has revived this place! The patio area with green umbrellas and wooden tables are retro cool. I also like the small desk like chairs in front for waiting or eating. Overall, I'm stoked we have another option for smash burgers in town and at very affordable prices! read more

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We love this place! The salted Carmel cone is the best. My husband got the mint cookies and cream cone which was also phenomenal. read more

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The dipped cones here make me feel like a kid again. I really enjoyed the mechanism of the dipped cone and it tasted like a dream! I had stumbled upon this place by accident but ended up coming here twice while visiting Santa Barbara. Although there was a line each time, the service was surprisingly fast! I will say the small parking lot and street parking can be a challenge, so try to plan on carpooling. read more

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We came here for the first time while visiting Santa Barbara from the Bay Area. It was a short walk from our hotel and based on the good reviews we decided to give it a try. The price is very reasonable and the food was delicious. Staff was friendly and the food was served very quickly. I recommend giving this place a try if you haven't already. read more

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Yesterday I was able to check out the new burger hotspot. Every time I've driven by, the line(s) were just too darn long but that wasn't the case on this day. Service was great. The person who took my order was very polite and seemed happy taking my order. Although it wasn't totally packed--there were a number of people there, either sitting digesting their burger and fries or just people watching. The place is fairly new so the atmosphere and eating area were very clean. People seemed to be enjoying the whole experience. The hype about new food place can either make or break an experience. The burger was good-- basic, but good (maybe no cheese next time)! What I mean by basic is that it's definitely not going to keep me from going to other places in town instead. The fries were just a tiny bit over cooked and very very crunchy. With all that being said--on the flip side, if your budget is tight and you want a pretty tasty burger and fries. I would definitely suggest Win-Dow read more

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Was visiting our son and he recommended this spot for a quick bite. My husband and I each ordered a double cheeseburger and fries to share. We were lucky to eat in a sunny spot (winter day) and it was such a great way to enjoy our lunch. The burgers were on point. Simple smash burgers--2 patties, pickles, sauce and cheese. The fries were perfectly fried and salty. The ambiance was casual and laid back. Service was friendly. read more

Win-Dow Santa Barbara. Wow! What a crazy idea . After the NewsHawk article I realized this could be Lifechanging! So off I went. Upon arriving to a manageable line which moved quicker than I thought . I ordered the double cheeseburger fries and a cone dipped in chocolate Amazing. The smashBurger has got to be one of the best I've ever had. There's a unique buzz about the place with people chatting. Turns out I sat next to Jeff Goodman one of the masterminds behind the regional eatery. I have been there several times. I even grabbed a 5 dollar breakfast burrito that's available Saturday and Sunday morning . Thanks Win-Dow for picking Santa Barbara and an Iconic building. Good Luck my Friends Ronnie S read more

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Love the window. The food is great. However, the way they pack the food in the bags and fries with cheese is literally the worst. And it makes the experience not so great. The burgers get smashed together. The tray they cover the cheese fries with cause it to be directly stuck to the cardboard. They just recently stacked a burger with wax paper on the melted cheese and we are picking out the paper. Why on earth is the food still being packed this way? I hope they start packing differently! read more

The Win-dow - Fries with paper plastered to them. Paper on the side - Burgers Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Stopped by on their opening week and decided to try their smash burger. Sadly for me the cons outweighed the good. I came in Friday afternoon during rush hour so I did wait 30 min just to place our order. If you plan on coming bring a hat or some shades because it is sunny waiting outside in line. It also took another 20 min to get our food once we ordered so be prepared to wait at least 1 hour during then opening week or during rush hours. It is very common for them to be busy on opening week but it could be a bit more organized. I think they should invest in having 2 ordering windows especially during summer time as people are in line waiting outside. The cashier was very friendly and spent $20 for 1 cheeseburger, 1 fried chicken sandwich, 2 fries, and 2 waters. They charge .10 cents for water cups and add a 3% optional fee to provide better wages for employees. You can have the charge removed as it is optional and I included a picture of our order. We also went on 1/2 off fry day and they will be hosting daily special this week. Sadly for me the taste and quality of the burger and fries was not there. The prices are very affordable but for me the burger was too salty and lacking some flavor. The fries were also overly done and too salty. Both fries were very dry and hard. I will say the fried chicken sandwich did have a great flavor so maybe opt for that choice instead. read more

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