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Holdren's Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA

Holdren's Santa Barbara

4.5
4.5
1007 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
21:30
Booked 20 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Holdren’s Steaks & Seafood, located on State Street, serves up a delicious and diverse menu of seafood and steaks, where the portions are always generous and the prices always reasonable. Our surf and turf menu, including our favorite bacon wrapped stuffed shrimp or our USDA prime steaks that are charbroiled over a mesquite grill, is complimented by an extensive wine list, a healthy assortment of premium spirits, and a selection of signature drinks. Daily meals can be enjoyed in our cozy, and dark saloon-inspired dining room, or on our outdoor patio. The indoor dining room is adorned with brown leather booths, dark wood paneling, and funky artwork lining the exposed brick walls. Holdren’s has been voted as the best steakhouse multiple times by the Santa Barbara Independent’s Reader’s Poll and by the Santa Barbara News Press’ Reader’s Choice Awards.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–21:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (805) 965-3363
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next special event. Contact angela@holdrens.com
  • Area
    Santa Barbara
  • Cross Street
    Haley
  • Parking details
    Public lot directly behind restaurant
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Holdren's Santa Barbara is celebrated for its "amazing food" and "A+ service," offering a delightful steakhouse experience. Guests appreciate the "fantastic food," generous portions, and the ambiance perfect for special occasions. The restaurant's friendly and attentive staff, including standout servers like Alec and Evan, ensure a memorable dining experience.

1,007 Reviews
  1. Rick

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We came to the restaurant for the 22 year anniversary specials. Both of our meals were great - Filet Mignon medallions for me and the Salmon for my partner. Server was attentive and very helpful. Always a great experience.

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  2. Beverly

    VIP

    Central Coast

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    As always, Holdren’s dow not disappoint. It is a great local restaurant that serves delicious food for a fair price. The service is excellent!

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  3. Stephen

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great food paired with equally great service.

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  4. Ted

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was great but the noise level was really loud. Signs of a thriving crowded restaurant.

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  5. Carlos

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Holdens is a great spot there’s nothing normal about this place when ur far above excellence. I will definitely be returning

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  6. Ashley

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    First time coming here and went for my birthday. Was greeted by a friendly host. Our server Evan was nice she was attentive and sweet. The food was great I had the rib eye and my guest enjoyed their meal too. Definitely a Santa Barbara favorite.

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  7. Darcy

    VIP

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy our meals at Holdren”s. Had yummy steak and lobster with great cocktails and wine. The mud pie dessert was the perfect end of the meal! Will definitely return next time we are in town.

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  8. Nancy

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing like always. The restaurant was a little louder than usual but other than that food and service 10/10

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  9. Terry

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was good, not sure why they put dessert sauce on there plates…. Kinda strange. Service was great, super friendly and quick. Food was ok, wasn’t bad, was just ok.

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  10. Rosy

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was beyond average. I ordered the sea bass with pilaf rice and mushrooms and artichokes. The fish was without any flavor thr rice tasted like rice & Toni and the mushroom sauce tasted like canned mushroom soup. I was very disappointed. My dish was over $40. We had to order desert to wash off the bad taste.

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FAQs

Holdren's Santa Barbara offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 965-3363.

Holdren's Santa Barbara is rated 4.5 stars by 1007 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 20 times today

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Google Map for Holdren's Santa Barbara

512 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Haley
  • Area
    Santa Barbara
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–21:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public lot directly behind restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (805) 965-3363
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next special event. Contact angela@holdrens.com
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