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Arch Rock Fish
Arch Rock Fish is a Santa Barbara restaurant and local neighborhood joint that serves a variety of fresh, high-quality seafood dishes in a relaxed but casually elegant full service environment. Arch Rock Fish is led by the partners of HJL Group, an experienced team of restaurant advisors and longtime culinary, wine and operations professionals. The combined Arch Rock Fish team connects with the Santa Barbara community through unique events and sources many of the restaurants ingredients and wine selections from local growers and wine makers.
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Chef Scott Leibfried uses only the freshest ingredients for his menu items, which include a delicious assortment of appetizers, soups, salads and sandwiches, as well as a variety of delectable seafood dishes and other main courses.
103 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 103 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(50)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(44)
- neighborhood gem(39)
- good for groups(31)
- vibrant bar scene(30)
- notable wine list(22)
- special occasion(20)
Arch Rock Fish Reviews List
Review 1 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best seafood I have had in a really loooong."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, hot spot, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food/SB gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While the server coul've been more helpful and informative (they were out of the steak on 5/4), the food was well-prepardd and delicious, and the wine quality and selection impressive. We don't get there that often, but have found the food great for lunch or dinner. The ability to choose LOCAL fish and wine was a plus!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful cioppino. Service was outstanding and very pleasant. Were there for lunch on a Saturday so not real busy but still had energy and a vibe."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Broad and varied menu, well executed. Service was attentive and friendly. Pleasant setting with modern feel and roomy bar. Would definitely return."
Dined on 4/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service and food are both
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service and food are both excellent. Clam Chowder and the Apple Pie are the best."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 6 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fresh, local, and delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The salmon and salads were fresh, perfectly seasoned and tasty. The mint julep was in a beautiful silver cup with a metal straw... I felt like Scarlett O'Hara! The street the restaurant is on is a little off the beaten track, which might be a good thing. It was pretty quiet and the restaurant was about 2/3 full... If they were on the main drag, it would have been standing room only, the food was that good. Lots of locals; we're from Phoenix, so it was fun to pretend to be a Santa Barbara native for a night."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun for Foodies
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love Arch Rock's clean menu. I have many dietary limitations and can eat there without concerns. I especially appreciate that the server provided me a card with the exact salad dressing ingredients. Dinner was delicious and service was very good."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service was very slow and
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was very slow and not professional. The up front atmosphere is great for people watching -- which is about all I can say that is good. Our "sushi grade" seared ahi was gristley, honestly the worst seared ahi ever. Won't go back.. sorry."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
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Review 9 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Reliable, Likable and Stable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Likable service staff always makes eating here an enjoyable experience. Room to the side of noisy bar is not as comfortable for dining as seating area behind to the back of bar area. Happy hour menu also is not available at dining tables, which is not made clear before being seated and really is an unreasonable policy when seating in bar and patio aren't available. I had the sampler plate and it was tasty and ample."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Was fun we were on a lil one
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was fun we were on a lil one day getaway to Santa Barbara and the place was perfect for are night"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We eat a lot of fresh fish
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We eat a lot of fresh fish and both my husband and I enjoyed our tasty meals. My plank salmon was perfect as was the cod dish. The chef prepared the salmon to my request which often doesn't happen."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always consistant in all areas.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always consistant in all areas. The zero wine corkage fee, if your wine is not on their list, is a major bonus."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Extremely good fish ... Very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Extremely good fish ... Very Fairly priced. .. Nice wine list."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our first time at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time at Arch Rock and it did not disappoint. Service was friendly and competent. When we asked for recommendations/opinions about local beer the staff was well informed and gave very good advice. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. We look forward to our next visit to Arch Rock Fish!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a nice experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I like this restaurant, the food is good, the staff is courteous, and the ambience is always nice, wherever you go there for a dinner among friends or a date."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This visit to Arch Rock Fish
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This visit to Arch Rock Fish was disappointing. Our server was not friendly or helpful; seemed to not care much. My fish was overcooked. I have always had an excellent experience here and will not be quick to return after this visit."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
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Review 17 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food. good wine list
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food. good wine list there were many options with nice variety. The chilled seafood app was amazing. Each item was fresh, cooked perfectly and presented well. I enjoyed the citrus dip."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
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Review 18 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We brought sophisticated Brooklynit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We brought sophisticated Brooklynites for dinner and they were very impressed with food and ambience. Two teenagers, who fortunately liked seafood, were nicely preoccupied with crab legs. we enjoy Arch Rock Fish for good food and service--and because its lively atmosphere doesn't drown out the ease of conversation made possible by cozy booths. We like it as a place to take visitors for extended convesation."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly
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Review 19 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Everyone had a great dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everyone had a great dinner and the service was amazing. Would definitely recommend it!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2012
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Review 20 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I had the Grilled Wild Bass
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had the Grilled Wild Bass with salsa fresco, green olives and cilantro. It was very tasty but tiny. Luckily, my dinner companion had ordered the Seafood Cobb and was willing to share it. The salad was good but nothing to write home about. The ahi tuna the third diner had was probably the best dish at the table. Service was friendly but rather scarce."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was amazing and Jana
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was amazing and Jana B and Jordan were the awesomest! Thanks again! @sffooddude"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2007
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Review 22 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Consider for Happy Hour or Lunch
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was looking forward to some fresh fish and seafood while in Santa Barbara with the family. I was informed that Arch Rock Fish was kid friendly, hip, fresh and a real gem. Unfortunately, I would have to disagree.
Cod with Bok Choy was ok, but not out of this world. You can throw a rock and hit 15 restaurants in LA who do this dish well. However, it was out of this world in comparison to their special of Maine Lobster. That dish was horrendous and it was likely one of 3 things (1) overcooked, (2) previously frozen, or (3) BOTH!
My assumption is #3 based on the texture of the tail and claw meat (rubber and paste).
Best part of the meal was the truffle French fries. I think that this is a great spot for happy hour, but reconsider dinne"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Very noisy, obnoxious, could
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very noisy, obnoxious, could not enjoy time or food. Maybe good for youngsters or bums, but not much more..."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
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Review 24 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Miso cod delicious and served
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Miso cod delicious and served hot. Prices reasonable
But portions smallish. Enjoyed our experience
And everyone else did too. Although some guests food was not hot when served."
But portions smallish. Enjoyed our experience
And everyone else did too. Although some guests food was not hot when served."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A memorable evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a delicious and leisurely meal in a very comfortable and private booth. It was the perfect setting in which to catch up with friends we had not seen for a couple of years. The food was delicious and nicely presented. Ambiance is warm and inviting and noise level was very low."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 26 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Came once, and will come again.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came before our show at the Garvin. The food was excellent, and well priced. The service outstanding. Will definitely come again. For dessert, we had the sundae. Enough for 4 people. Absolutely delicious. Highly reccommend ."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
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Review 27 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I recently dined
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I recently dined at Arch Rock Fish for the first time. Being East Coasters, we had to try the Ipswich Fried Clams as a starter. While they weren't the size of Ipswich Clams back home, they were pretty good and the first we have seen in Santa Barbara. My wife tried the Lobster Roll for her entree. It was a bit different take than you get in New England, but she was very satisfied. I had the Miso Cod which was very tasty. My wife particularly liked the Margaritas as they were clearly freshly made as opposed to a premix. We hope to return soon as Arch Rock is a good compliment to the seafood options that we have always gotten at Brophy's."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2009
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Review 28 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highly Recommended!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We tried multiple items on the menu -- signature drinks, appetizers, sides and main courses -- everything was delicious! Be sure to order the apple pie for dessert (reportedly made by "Mom"). It was amazing!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 30 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our Server, Brittany was great!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our Server, Brittany was great!!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The restaurant had a very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"The restaurant had a very nice atmosphere, everything was clearly recently redone, and redone very nicely. The menu wasnt big, which in my opinion is a very good thing, that generally means is what they serve they do well, and everything we ordered was excellent, they had a great wine and beer list, and great service, oh and because I tend to drink water like a fish it was nice that they dont just give you a glass of water they also give you another bottle on the table so you have plenty of water without waiting for refills. My new favorite restaurant in the area."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 32 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun. Young. Fresh fish.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fun. Young. Fresh fish. Great draft beer."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
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Review 33 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
carefully prepared, excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"carefully prepared, excellent food although not that adventurous, wonderful service. Currently not drinking so nothing to offer for a comment on that."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 34 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was delicious and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was delicious and perfect!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The back area where we ate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The back area where we ate was quiet and romantic. PERFECT! The bar area was much louder and energetic, so everyone got what they wanted!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is not our first time
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is not our first time to this restaurant. A friend of mine recommended my wife for happy hour. After several visits i thought it would be ideal for our anniversary celebration. Upon arrival it took a big pause before the hostess acknowledge us. But they did acknowledge we were celebrating a special occasion. Overall experience was great. Our server was the same from our several visits and of course she remembers my wife. The busser was very efficient than most busser i had seen. Everything was very prompt. Food is alright. My wife ordered clam chowder which was good, but on the salty side. Our main course was simple. She ordered clam spagetti which again very salty but decided not to say anything. Lastly our server hosted us dessert."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was fresh and attractive
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was fresh and attractive although it was not a very inventive menu."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This is a very ordinary restaurant.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a very ordinary restaurant. We had fish & chips and asked to split a caesar salad. Graciously, they did split the salad but it was so bad we ate virtually none of it. The fish was tasty, and the chips were no different than a fast-food take-out. I really can't recommend this restaurant for much of anything. Too bad! we so need a good fish restaurant here in SB."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Poor service trumped good food.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were a party of 6 and had a quiet booth towards the back which worked out well for conversation, but was awkward for serving. The waiter started off well, but deteriorated into casual and not very attentive. One of our party ordered a side of bok choy which eventually came with dessert because though we could have cancelled it, we wanted to see how long it would take. Also two coffees were ordered which were forgotten about, but showed up after second request. We were not charged for the bokchoy.
The service overall could be described as mis-managed, confused and too nonchalant; waiters are not well-trained. We will try again; our previous visit was a slightly better experience."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 40 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Fish!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our fourth time at Arch Rock -- twice for lunch and twice for dinner. The food is outstanding and the service very good. Our only complaint this time was the Happy Hour music volume continued a little too long. The main dining area was not crowded and the music was echoing making conversation difficult at times."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great seafood in a casual
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great seafood in a casual environment. Had the mussels and seabass with lime salsa and olive tapenade..very tasty. Convenient public parking lot right across the street."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food - fresh, delicious
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food - fresh, delicious seafood and other good bites. The bar is always hopping, but there is a huge restaurant in the back that is nice and quiet - perfect for dates or for a quiet dinner with your hard-of-hearing grandma."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 43 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed our first visit there
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed our first visit there and loved the rose for Valentine's Day!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 44 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Too loud
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food the service the facility were all very good. The music was horrifyingly loud. This is a hallmark of this restaurant. I understand that the owner wants us to get out once we have Eat dinner. But, for the quality of restaurant and the price, it would be great to turn down the music. Also not everybody likes technopop or schlock jazz. Even the waiters and waitresses complain about it. This is so easy to fix, that I hope you considerate."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 45 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service. Great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great service. Great food - fresh fish even on a Sunday night. Took good care of my 2 kids and their fish and chips were really good. Excellent salmon. Excellent cod. The clam chowder was good - but was only lukewarm in temp. A little too fancy a place for 2 small kids."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 46 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is the place where locals
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is the place where locals go for seafood. Our dinner was served quickly and included a lot of fresh food for a reasonable price."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Decent food-substandard service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant’s management seemed to have been left in the hands of the poorly trained college-age kids who made up the staff. I had a 7:30 reservation, but wasn’t seated until 7:55. Made the point of having a reservation meaningless in that respect. The atmosphere is nice, but the overall service was akin to a Chilli’s or TGIF’s. With the good reviews I read and at almost 100 dollars for 2 people, I had higher expectations but felt disappointed. The food was good, but not impressive enough to overcome the substandard service and motivated me to return. I suspect most of the clientele for this restaurant are one-time customers only. With so many superior restaurants in Santa Barbara, it’s unlikely I would ever return to this establishment."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Review 48 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Important meeting at Arch Rock
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Have been here numerous times. Food always is good, at a good price point. This is a large restaurant, but divided seating areas cut down on noise. This visit involved an important meeting. Was unusually quiet, which was good for us. Friendly (not overly so) server.
Didn't matter this time, but Arch Rock has a very good happy hour. Good bartender and snacks, and cheap pours."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2010
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Review 49 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The El Presidio cocktail was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The El Presidio cocktail was amazing - very balanced and delectable! And who can resist the spicy coyote?"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 50 for Arch Rock Fish
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Arch Rock Fish is a solid
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Arch Rock Fish is a solid go-to place with dependably good food and service. I had a crab cake appetizer that was nicely presented and quite tasty, although the two small cakes seemed to have a fair amount of filling. Overall, a good place and I'll be back."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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