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Harbor Restaurant
It's always smooth sailing at the Harbor Restaurant, featuring exquisite dining and Santa Barbara's most spectacular ocean views. Come join us for the freshest seafood and USDA Prime steaks, tender prime rib, cocktails and an award winning wine list featuring local and imported wines, all served in the area's most romantic setting and best place to watch the sun set.
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51 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 51 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(14)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- scenic view(37)
- special occasion(28)
- romantic(21)
- fit for foodies(14)
- good for groups(12)
- great for brunch(11)
Harbor Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just what we had wished!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our dinner was delicious and beautifully plated. Thanks for a great evening!"
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was issue, waitress was covering more than on area and it caused slow service and having us request our server to come to table. We had party of 4 for Birthday dinner, but even though request was made in comments of open table and to server, they forgot or did not acknolwedge his birthday."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 3 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tourist prices with sub-par food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My fiancé and I have been to several on-the-harbor style restaurants from Island Prime in San Diego to the Fish Hopper in Monteray Bay.. This place was no where near expectations at any minimum sense. This place was practically empty on a Friday evening, which should have been a big red flag. Food was decent, don't get me wrong, but not priced commensurately. You're pretty much paying for the ocean view.
If you're looking for a place to dine, I highly recommend heading to downtown Santa Barbara, way more of a selection and enjoyable scenery.
I will just leave it at that."
If you're looking for a place to dine, I highly recommend heading to downtown Santa Barbara, way more of a selection and enjoyable scenery.
I will just leave it at that."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 4 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The view is worth it
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is only okay--not bad but nothing memorable from the Mother's Day brunch (maybe that's not a fair indicator), with kind of a rubbery raw bar. But the service was lovely and the view is really special, great to eat out above the water and watch all the paddle boarders, etc."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 5 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mother's Day brunch was outstanding! Will definitely come again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The brunch was wonderful.... however, we found some of the choices needed to be refilled.
Being Mother's Day, there were many families with young children 'running around' back and forth to the buffet area.
No reflection on The Harbor - just poor parenting skills."
Being Mother's Day, there were many families with young children 'running around' back and forth to the buffet area.
No reflection on The Harbor - just poor parenting skills."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful, memorable, a must!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went here for a special night out while visiting Santa Barbara and even among Santa Barbara's standards, this place was amazing! We sat next to the window and had a beautiful view of downtown Santa Barbara at sunset- wow. Our waiter was friendly and professional. We had the surf and turf and it was one of the best dinners I've had in a long time. It's expensive, but well, well worth it."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 8 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Scenic Spot on Santa Barbara Pier
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Beautiful restaurant in a great location. Wish we had made it a little earlier so we could have watched the sunset from our table. Seafood was fresh and perfectly prepared. Staff was friendly and accommodating in every way. Complementary valet parking was a nice touch. If we lived in the area, this would be one of our go-to spots for special occasions. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in or driving through Santa Barbara!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view
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Review 9 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely views at harbor..many
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lovely views at harbor..many sailboats returning to harbor at subset. House white. Wine excellent, service very good and salmon Wellington excellent. Menu selections considerably more expensive than nearby restaurants...but they don't have the same view, either."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Miguel was attentive but not
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Miguel was attentive but not intrusive. The view is spectacular. The food was great. I now have a new entry into my 3 best filet minions (and finally one on west of the Mississippi). My wife's prime rib and lobster was also very good. Couldn't recommend the Harbor Restaurant more for any special occasion."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 11 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our service and food was fantastic. I had the fish tacos. Yummy. Everyone in our group of 4 loved their food."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 12 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Missed opportunity. Harbor
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Missed opportunity.
Harbor is a great location, with below par, dated ambience and non-intuitive service.
I was consistently approached by wait staff either mid bite or mid sentence. It was awkward.
I was consistently approached by wait staff either mid bite or mid sentence. It was awkward.
The kitchen did a great job. The house front took the experience down."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
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Review 13 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Kid-friendly
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Came here w husband and 3 kids..ages 6,10,& 12. Crab & lobster were outstanding. Older kids loved the petit filet, and 6yo had his corn dog...something for everyone. No refills on lemonade :-( Decent wine list & prices."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 14 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Beautiful location, SLOW service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our experience at Harbor House for Easter Brunch was not a great experience. We were seated right away which was expected due to the fact that we had a reservation, but it took about 15 min to recieve our iced tea's and then the waitress forgot to bring a water for one member of our party and that probably took an additional 10-15 minutes with additional reminders. The restaurant was not too packed which was nice, but definietly aided to the confusion for our slow service. Our food order came out wrong and had to be sent back, and by the time it came to the table it was cold. My husband found 3 egg shells in his benedict and everyone was not thrilled with their food. The experience was just not what we were hoping to have for the holiday."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
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Review 15 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great spot for our 22 year
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great spot for our 22 year anniversary. View out to the ocean was beautiful."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best Lobster and Filet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The best Lobster and Filet Mignon in Santa Barbara. Service is excellent!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 17 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
View and food outstanding......very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"View and food outstanding......very poor service."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Downhill from Last Year
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We asked for a window seat. We got a piece of wall with windows we could lean over to look out of.
Somehow tobacco smoke made it to our table several times. I got up and looked out the front door but found no smokers.
I went for the prime rib dip sandwich. It came with a pound of salt. I couldn't eat it.
Otherwise, it was great.
The lobster, wedge salad and Flying Goat Pinot were excellent."
Somehow tobacco smoke made it to our table several times. I got up and looked out the front door but found no smokers.
I went for the prime rib dip sandwich. It came with a pound of salt. I couldn't eat it.
Otherwise, it was great.
The lobster, wedge salad and Flying Goat Pinot were excellent."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 19 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I really enjoyed our lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I really enjoyed our lunch at the Harbor. The waiter was very good. The food was delicious and of course the view is so outstanding. Even on a grey day. I had a 95 year old friend with me. She loved the whole package- food, wine, table by the window and the service.
I have eaten there many times and will be back."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
When ever we have guests visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"When ever we have guests visit us that have never been to Santa Barbara before, this is the place we take them for lunch, dinner or brunch. The views are spectacular, the food is wonderful and a walk on the pier after eating is alway enjoyable."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
quality of the food was poor.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"quality of the food was poor. the price was very high"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 22 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
wonderful food and lovely view
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"I was skeptical of Harbor restaurant as I have found that many restaurants with a scenic view prove to be disappointing. but this restaurant was wonderful. everything was lovely from the GREAT food to the impeccable service. it is a true gem. we had filets and they were cooked to perfection and wonderful. another guest at our table had the tuna and LOVED it. it was fresh, and just buttery. we highly recommend and will definitely go back!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2000
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 23 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The staff and decor was great,
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The staff and decor was great, however, the food was very bland and expensive. I ordered the $18 Lobster Roll for lunch and it tasted like mayo. Not worth it."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice time.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were treated extremely well. We loved the view and food. Our drinks were great as well. All in all a good value. The OpenTable reservation worked perfect. We were sat immediately with no wait."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 25 for Harbor Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was ok. The menu
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was ok. The menu consisted of imported items like Maine Lobster and Atlantic Salmon. An odd choice for a restaurant on the Pacific Ocean. The finest salmon comes from the Pacific Northwest - why serve farm raised Atlantic salmon?
The on-the-water setting is beautiful."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
Special Features: scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Harbor Restaurant
Based on the average of (26) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate