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Holdren's Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA

Holdren's Santa Barbara

4.7 (1125)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
512 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next special event. Contact angela@holdrens.com
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,125 people are saying

Holdren's Santa Barbara reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Holdren's Santa Barbara offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food," attentive service, and a cozy atmosphere. Guests rave about the "great value" anniversary specials and the perfectly cooked steaks and seafood. The restaurant is praised for its "amazing" staff and is a favorite for special occasions and romantic dinners.
1,125 Reviews
  1. Joan

    California Central Coast4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been enjoying Holdren's Anniversary Specials for years. So, we were quite surprised when we got there on the last night for our 5:30 reservation. Although we had a 5:30 reservation, there was no booth available. When I made the reservation, I requested a booth; so the hostess kindly told us we could sit at the bar for short time until a booth would be available. When we got our table at 5:40, we were told that the Anniversary Menu time had expired. Of course, I should have been more careful when making the reservation, but it was shocking to realize the "rules" had changed! Also, in the past, since our daughter often has to work a little later than expected, we would order her food before she arrived. Last night, we were told we could not order until she arrived. I look forward to continuing to enjoy those months when Holdren's has their Anniversary Menu ... but I hope there is greater clarity ahead of time so we are not surprised ... after we have waited for our booth ... and then told the experience would not be quite the same as in the past. Just want to warn others - so they aren't surprised like we were!

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  2. michelle

    California Central Coast20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The anniversary dinner was exceptional and such an unbelievably good value! Have eaten this meal several times and hope they will continue it in the near future!

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  3. Michael

    California Central Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff is always attentive and pleasant. Food is always excellently prepared and flavorful

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  4. Ed

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambience Thoroughly enjoyed the filet and sirloin.

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  5. J

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    EXCELLENT TASTING FILET TIPS. GREAT GARLIC MASHED, BAKED POTATO A BIT HARD.

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  6. Katherine VIP

    Los Angeles26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A must when in Santa Barbara! The food is outstanding and there are many choices whether you are wanting steak or seafood. The sauces are made on site and they are a little unusual when you hear about them but augment the dish perfectly. Highly recommend this restaurant. Also, thanks to Evan our server who was attentive but not intrusive. Thank you for a wonderful 47th wedding anniversary dinner!

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  7. Edith

    California Central Coast105 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    As usual, Holdren’s provided great service and wonderful food. We’ll be back!

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  8. lisa

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The top sirloin wasn't lean. The waiter asked if I wanted cheese and bacon bits on my baked potato but did not mention that was an extra charge of $6. Otherwise it was good.

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  9. Deb

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the Anniversary Special!! The food is always top quality and service was excellent? They were able to accommodate our wheelchair as well. Thank you!

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  10. Bob VIP

    Hawaii102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The anniversary special that they run is a great value for most excellent food and service. The salmon and sand dabs that we ordered were cooked to perfection.

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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 4.7 stars by 1125 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
10:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Holdren's Santa Barbara

512 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Haley
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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