Holdren's Santa Barbara

4.6

1039 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

23:30

Booked 19 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem

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
Website
http://www.holdrens.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Let us cater your next special event. Contact angela@holdrens.com

Location
512 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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

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Popular dishes

BruschettaUS$15.00
Roasted garlic, tomatoes, basil & olive oil served on warm crostini and drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette
Kobe Beef SlidersUS$19.00
Kobe ground beef mixed with bleu cheese crumbles, mushrooms and horseradish
Sautéed PrawnsUS$17.00
Sautéed prawns served with our lobster tomato cream sauce and garlic toast
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed ShrimpUS$17.00
Bacon wrapped prawns stuffed with feta cheese and jalapeno topped with sweet chili sauce
Grilled Castroville ArtichokeUS$16.00
Mesquite grilled and served with garlic aioli and drawn butter
Grilled Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00
Grilled prawns served with our regular or sriracha cocktail sauce
Roasted Beet SaladUS$17.00
Goat cheese, spinach, red and yellow beets & toasted almonds are tossed with our pomegranate vinaigrette
Wedge of Iceberg LettuceUS$17.00
Wedge of iceberg lettuce, tomato, bleu cheese crumbles and bacon. Served with bleu cheese dressing
Buffalo CauliflowerUS$16.00
Cauliflower is flash fried, topped with melted bleu cheese and drizzled with buffalo sauce
French Dip SlidersUS$18.00
Thin Sliced NY strip steak, Swiss cheese & crispy onion straws served with creamy horseradish & au jus
Cajun Fried Calamari RingsUS$17.00
Tender rings of calamari are flash fried and served with our sweet & spicy dipping sauce
Sautéed MushroomsUS$14.00
Button mushrooms sautéed in our house made garlic herb sauce
Potato SkinsUS$15.00
Crispy potato skins topped with melted cheese, bacon, pico de gallo and ranch dressing
Spicy Ahi Tuna TartarUS$18.00
Hand-cut ahi tuna, sliced cucumber and fresh avocado are served with a wasabi aioli & crostini
Caramelized Apple & Walnut SaladUS$17.00
Caramelized apples, bleu cheese crumbles and candied walnuts are tossed with mixed greens and our honey dijon dressing
California Cobb SaladUS$18.00
Chicken, tomatoes, bacon, avocado, eggs and bleu cheese crumbles served over mixed greens tossed with our honey dijon dressing

Seafood, Chicken, Ribs

All of our entree's come with your choice of soup or salad. Substitute a small caramelized apple & walnut, iceberg wedge or beet salad for $4.95 extra. Also comes with your choice of a side: baked potato, twice baked potato, garlic mashed potato, french fries, mixed vegetables or rice pilaf

Baked Sea BassUS$35.00
Oven roasted and topped with sautéed mushrooms, artichoke hearts and a creamy dijon sauce
Linguini with PrawnsUS$29.00
Sauteed prawns and linguini tossed with a lobster tomato cream sauce (This entrée does not come with a side)
Sesame Seared Hawaiian AhiUS$36.00
A very popular fish due to its great flavor and meaty texture. Served with our spicy mustard soy sauce
Panko Parmesan Crusted Sand DabsUS$29.00
Sautéed and topped with our citrus caper beurre blanc
Lobster Tail
A 8-10 ounce tail, charbroiled and served with drawn butter and fresh lemon
- Market Price
BBQ Baby Back Pork Ribs
Oven roasted for hours and finished with our house made barbeque sauce
- Half RackUS$32.00
- Full RackUS$44.00
Mesquite Grilled SalmonUS$32.00
Grilled over mesquite and topped with our house made tropical fruit salsa
Pan Seared HalibutUS$35.00
Topped with roasted tomatoes, capers and a citrus beurre blanc. Finished off with fresh lemon zest
CioppinoUS$39.00
Calamari, clams, mussels, shrimp and fish in a spicy tomato sauce with toasted parmesan crostini. (This entrée does not come with a side)
Holdren's Stuffed ChickenUS$34.00
A 10 ounce herb crusted chicken breast stuffed with ricotta cheese, spinach and crab. Topped with champagne cream sauce
BBQ Bacon Wrapped Tiger PrawnsUS$29.00
Two skewers of prawns are bacon wrapped and mesquite grilled with our house made barbeque sauce
Herb Crusted Chicken BreastUS$29.00
A 10 ounce breast of chicken is herb crusted and served with our gorgonzola cream sauce

Steaks, Chops

All of our steaks are Midwestern corn-fed beef, which are aged to our exact specifications and charbroiled over a mesquite grill. They are served with your choice of side item (baked potato, twice baked, garlic mashed, fries, rice pilaf or mixed vegetables) and a side of sauce (rosemary bleu cheese, peppercorn, or bourbon). Also comes with your choice of soup or salad. Substitute a small caramelized apple walnut, half iceberg wedge or beet salad for $4.95 extra. Additions to any steak: Horseradish and bleu cheese crust $7; Bleu cheese, and chipotle crust $7

Prime Top Sirloin
Our most popular steaks due to their flavor & tenderness
- 8 Oz.US$35.00
Filet Mignon
The most prized cut of beef. This steak is also great blackened
- 6 Oz.US$39.00
- 9 Oz.US$52.00
- 12 Oz.US$65.00
Prime New York Pepper SteakUS$53.00
Our Prime New York strip topped with a brandy peppercorn reduction
The Rib EyeUS$52.00
A 14 ounce cut that is both flavorful and tender. Its marbling of fat is perfect for our mesquite grill
Bacon Wrapped Filet MignonUS$59.00
A 9 oz. filet mignon is bacon wrapped and served with our mushroom red wine reduction
Pepper Jack Crusted Pork ChopUS$29.00
One pork chop crusted with pepper jack cheese and panko then served with our brandy peppercorn sauce. A Holdren's favorite
Prime New York StripUS$52.00
A Prime 14 oz. New York strip aged to perfection for the most amount of flavor & texture
The Gourmet Kobe Beef BurgerUS$26.00
A 8 oz. Kobe beef patty is served open face with tomato, caramelized onions & sautéed mushrooms
The "Cowboy Cut"US$69.00
One and a half pound bone-in rib eye served with our spicy onion strings
Rosemary Bleu Cheese SirloinUS$36.00
An 8 oz. Prime top sirloin covered with our famous rosemary bleu cheese reduction
Center Cut Pork ChopsUS$39.00
Two center cut chops served with a side of our homemade apple sauce
Rack of LambUS$45.00
Herb crusted and served with a red wine demi glace

Combinations, Sides

Prime Top Sirloin
Lobster - Market Price
- Grilled or Bacon Wrapped PrawnsUS$51.00
Rib Eye
Lobster - Market Price
- Grilled or Bacon Wrapped PrawnsUS$69.00
Filet Mignon
Lobster - Market Price
- Grilled or Bacon Wrapped PrawnsUS$58.00
Prime New York Strip
Lobster - Market Price
- Grilled or Bacon Wrapped PrawnsUS$69.00
Cowboy Cut
Lobster - Market Price
- Grilled or Bacon Wrapped PrawnsUS$87.00

Sides

Garlic Parmesan Brussels SproutsUS$9.00
Spicy Onion StrawsUS$8.00
Sautéed AsparagusUS$9.00
Macaroni & CheeseUS$9.00
Crispy Fried JalapenosUS$8.00
Blue Lake Green BeansUS$8.00
Creamed SpinachUS$8.00
Mixed VegetablesUS$8.00
Caramelized OnionsUS$8.00
Sautéed BroccoliUS$9.00
Baked PotatoUS$8.00
Twice Baked PotatoUS$9.00
French FriesUS$8.00

What 1,039 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Santa Barbara
Best Value
Santa Barbara
Hot spot
Santa Barbara
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Holdren's Santa Barbara delivers "phenomenal food and service," offering a delightful steakhouse experience. Guests praise the "outstanding rosemary and blue cheese steak topper," "fantastic martinis," and "excellent seafood." The restaurant's "old-school saloon vibe" adds charm, while the "friendly staff" ensures a memorable dining experience. A must-visit for steak lovers!

1,039 Reviews

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Joni
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Evan is a lovely bartender and server. She’s friendly and professional. We enjoyed both nights we visited Holdren’s.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They took us right to our table. They brought us hot bread and butter immediately water, and then proceeded to take our order and the food was prepared. Hot delicious and Service was excellent.
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Robert
Los Angeles16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always like that they understand a gluten allergy. For the 22nd anniversary they have some great special deals.
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Al
Phoenix3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and wine; attentive friendly staff;popular with locals.
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Lisa
Central Coast4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Service was a little slow at the start--a good 15 minutes before they took drink orders--but then they picked up the pace. Food was very good (filet mignon was cooked properly). One issue with the restaurant is that it is extremely packed (you feel like you're dining with the people at the next table) and movement between the tables is difficult. Perhaps not unrelatedly, it's also one of the loudest restaurants I've ever been in. OpenTable euphemistically uses the term "energetic" for noisy restaurants. There's nothing energetic about the noise level. It was very difficult to hear the 2 other people at my small table (my hearing is normal). On top of this, the bussers would periodically dump dirty dishes in the tub, which was only feet away from some dinners. So on top of the general noise, there was also the occasional crash of dishes into the tub. This is not the place to go for a quiet dinner out. The owners might want to rethink the tin ceiling tiles, much though it's a nice retro aesthetic.
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michelle
Central Coast18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous meal for the anniversary special ! What a great deal
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the Sandabs the steak and the pork chops. All were excellent. We would highly recommend it. Atmosphere was amazing service was superior. Love,Holdren’s
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego10 reviews
3.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Place was recommended by a local and I made reservations. When we got there, we still had to wait almost an hour to be seated. Since it was a steakhouse, expected a lot from the steaks. However, it was not cooked perfectly. Our steaks ended up drier than we wanted. Tuna tartar was excellent though
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Holdrens is always a great place to eat with incredible service.
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Gary
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Holdrens is consistently excellent and the anniversary menu may be the best bargain in town. Great apple and walnut salad, terrific seafood chowder and perfectly cooked steaks. Filet medallions with peppercorn sauce is awesome. Loved the twice baked potato too. We ate outside so noise wasn’t an issue. Holdrens never disappoints.
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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 4.6 stars by 1039 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

23:30

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.holdrens.com/
Phone number
(805) 965-3363
Catering
Let us cater your next special event. Contact angela@holdrens.com

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Holdren's Santa Barbara

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

68 Monterey Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Filet Mignon

Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

Seafood Platter

Starters & Salads

BruschettaUS$15.00

Kobe Beef SlidersUS$19.00

Sautéed PrawnsUS$17.00

Bacon Wrapped Stuffed ShrimpUS$17.00

Grilled Castroville ArtichokeUS$16.00

Grilled Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00

Roasted Beet SaladUS$17.00

Wedge of Iceberg LettuceUS$17.00

Buffalo CauliflowerUS$16.00

French Dip SlidersUS$18.00

Cajun Fried Calamari RingsUS$17.00

Sautéed MushroomsUS$14.00

Potato SkinsUS$15.00

Spicy Ahi Tuna TartarUS$18.00

Caramelized Apple & Walnut SaladUS$17.00

California Cobb SaladUS$18.00

Seafood, Chicken, Ribs

Baked Sea BassUS$35.00

Linguini with PrawnsUS$29.00

Sesame Seared Hawaiian AhiUS$36.00

Panko Parmesan Crusted Sand DabsUS$29.00

Lobster Tail

BBQ Baby Back Pork Ribs

Mesquite Grilled SalmonUS$32.00

Pan Seared HalibutUS$35.00

CioppinoUS$39.00

Holdren's Stuffed ChickenUS$34.00

BBQ Bacon Wrapped Tiger PrawnsUS$29.00

Herb Crusted Chicken BreastUS$29.00

Steaks, Chops

Prime Top Sirloin

Filet Mignon

Prime New York Pepper SteakUS$53.00

The Rib EyeUS$52.00

Bacon Wrapped Filet MignonUS$59.00

Pepper Jack Crusted Pork ChopUS$29.00

Prime New York StripUS$52.00

The Gourmet Kobe Beef BurgerUS$26.00

The "Cowboy Cut"US$69.00

Rosemary Bleu Cheese SirloinUS$36.00

Center Cut Pork ChopsUS$39.00

Rack of LambUS$45.00

Combinations, Sides

Prime Top Sirloin

Rib Eye

Filet Mignon

Prime New York Strip

Cowboy Cut

Sides

Garlic Parmesan Brussels SproutsUS$9.00

Spicy Onion StrawsUS$8.00

Sautéed AsparagusUS$9.00

Macaroni & CheeseUS$9.00

Crispy Fried JalapenosUS$8.00

Blue Lake Green BeansUS$8.00

Creamed SpinachUS$8.00

Mixed VegetablesUS$8.00

Caramelized OnionsUS$8.00

Sautéed BroccoliUS$9.00

Baked PotatoUS$8.00

Twice Baked PotatoUS$9.00

French FriesUS$8.00

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