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Holdren's Steaks & Seafood, Santa Barbara, CA
Holdren's Steaks & Seafood, Santa Barbara, CA
Holdren's Steaks & Seafood, Santa Barbara, CA
Holdren's Steaks & Seafood, Santa Barbara, CA
Holdren's Steaks & Seafood, Santa Barbara, CA

Holdren's Steaks & Seafood

4.5
4.5
760 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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
  • 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

What 760 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

  • Santa Barbara

    Good for business meals

  • Santa Barbara

    Good for groups

  • Santa Barbara

    Hot spot

760 Reviews
  1. MarilynL

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Average restaurant. There are many that are quite better.

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  2. Diner

    New York Area

    54 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    This is a lively bar atmosphere with two TVs with sports programming. The food is great comfort food. I had the wedge salad, which I very much enjoyed, and the sea bass, which was a hearty preparation with a tasty sauce and plenty of veggies. The Bloody Mary made by bartender Sam (probably short for Samantha) was particularly good.

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  3. LaLa

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing. Wait staff and all employees were exceptional.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great service. Good options on the menu for the whole family. Relaxed atmosphere. No rush. Would stop by again.

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  5. foodie

    Phoenix

    61 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We dined outside for dinner. Service was very good. We started our meal with the mushroom appetizer. The mushrooms had a nice garlic flavor and arrived steaming, but unfortunately the mushrooms were unevenly heated. The apple walnut salad was very good. We were happy with our entree choices sharing the ribs and shrimp, though both of the entrees were only lukewarm. We were too full for dessert, so can’t speak to those. If we ever find ourselves back in Santa Barbara, we’d return.

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  6. RickV

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoyed the time there. The wait staff was amazing. Definitely a treat and worth the splurge.

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  7. Razb

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    At best N average estuary comparable to black angus. At least they do not gouge you in the prices

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  8. JanetM

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    I was a tad dissappointed in the pork chops my boyfriend had. It lack a tad more seasoning, it was on the bland side, but overall it was okay and we would recommend.

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  9. Jinx

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service! Filet and grilled shrimp cooked and seasoned perfect.

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  10. JamesB

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very delicious! Our server was attentive and friendly. We had reservations and we were able to sit down without waiting.

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  11. xofave

    San Diego

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely booth in the back, great service, food is so good. Parmesan crusted sand dabs, prime steak, tuscan tomato soup, all wonderful.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    The waitress was the worst I’ve ever had in my life. Her name was Ang. R. In the check but I told her I didn’t like my entree and she blamed me for not liking it saying that I left it on the table and it got cold. I told her I touched my potatoes and they were hard as a rock and cold from the start and I touched my steak to see if that was cold and it was. I was gonna call her but she was nowhere to be found so it sat on the table and I decided to cut it open to see if it was hot inside but it still wasn’t. Worst experience for my dads 77th bday.

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  13. BEVERLYS

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place - the food is excellent, friendly service, great ambiance.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food, the service, and the outdoor seating!

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  15. ShelleyR

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, fresh food and drinks. Fast, friendly service.

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  16. BradleyJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Probably the best steak I have had since jaspers in Goleta, the entire meal, starting with the salad was excellent, I suggest the bone in ribeye with rice, you won’t regret it

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  17. michaeld

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    GREAT STEAKS AND CHICKEN TOO. The steak was tender and juicy. It came with sauce, that was very good, but you did not need it. My wife had stuffed chicken breast that was amazing. I was also thrilled to learn that they have a second location less than one hour from where we live. We can't wait to go there!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    We had never been and were looking for another steakhouse. Our experience was great. It is a traditional steakhouse with good service. It is now on our list to take friends and family 😄

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  19. 1srfnsom

    San Diego

    54 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    old school steak house in downtown SB on state st. chioce of soup or slad w/entree, plus side, with options to add. long bar, booths along wall. enjoyed up-grade salad w/apples&walnuts, good size. had chicken as well as bacon-wrapped filet. Glass of cab and mocktail for my girl. service was prompt & friendly, well paced. filet was cooked perfectly, paired with garlic mash. chicken entree was good as well. prices definitely reasonable! not an "upscale" decor or wine list, but I'd definitely recommend for a good steak dinner!

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  20. bobf

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    food great, waitress and asst great, hostess fairly disinterested, would go back

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  21. KELLYC

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome place. Staff were amazing & food was delicious. Thank you 😊

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  22. Nikki

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We had an 8:30pm reservation on a Friday evening. The place was full and we (4 of us) were seated rather quickly. (Maybe a ten minute wait) the ambiance was upscale but social. We started with drinks, and ordered shortly after. We had Rib eye, mesquite salmon and BBQ shrimp entrees. The apple & walnut salad was heavenly! I could have eaten that as a meal. Everything was cooked to perfection. Oh and the twice baked potato is a must have along with the garlic mashed. Thank you Holdren’s for amazing hospitality!!

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  23. victoro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely worth it!!! Can’t wait to go back! Twice baked potato!!!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lobster and ribeye steak was excellent! Cooked just right.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Excellent service. Food was solid. Desert sampler was the way to go

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  26. SuzanneB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fantastic meal and great service. It's pricey but then again everything is. Really enjoyed the meal.

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  27. johnm

    San Diego

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dining experience, Professional and personable service. Great food and drinks.

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  28. Marco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent. The drinks and the food came out quickly. The tortilla soup was wonderful The steaks were superb! Overall great experience.

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  29. KaryH

    Las Vegas

    21 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    I expected a better meal. The waitress was excellent but the food and cocktails were lacking in quality. The steak was lacking in salt although the quality was good a steak needs to be adequately seasoned. Thought this was odd for a steakhouse.

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  30. Dana

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The herb chicken with gorgonzola sauce was the best I have ever had. My husband’s ribeye was just as perfectly prepared. Drinks were yummy and our server was so great! Will definitely be back!

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  31. PeterE

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Dissapointed that they did not do anything for our daughter that turned sixteen the same day although we asked them twice. Food was good.

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  32. MichaelH

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was outstanding. Our server was very attentive and always available. The food was great. Everything was very tasty and beautifully prepared. It made my birthday a most memorable location. We’ll definitely be back!

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  33. Lovesfood

    Kansas City

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    They put too much sauce on the sand dabs- I would order on the side- the fish I fantastic but the sauce was heavy like a gravy and not a traditional Beurre Blanc - they were covered in sauce and took away the Crispiness but otherwise the Food was wonderful and we Love the restaurant

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  34. MikeD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, very nice service. Bit expensive but worthy

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  35. MARLY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible. The service was awesome and we loved sitting at the bar first and enjoying conversing with bartender. We will definitely be back!

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  36. Shoeswine

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Steak bites with rice and rosemary blue cheese sauce! Only place I will eat meat! Great location, ambience, excellent menu, fabulous service!

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  37. JenniferK

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and delicious food! Also a huge plus is that Holden's is consistent with providing a great experience

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I enjoyed every bite!!! The raspberry cosmo was delicious.

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  39. VJ33

    Phoenix

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience3
    A nice State Street place to dine. Not on my favorite list in Santa Barbara but I will gladly return. The Waitress was excellent and enjoyable!

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  40. Debz

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Delicious Caesar! Tender halibut dinner, we would definitely return.

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FAQs

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

Holdren's Steaks & Seafood is rated 4.5 stars by 760 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Holdren's Steaks & Seafood

512 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Haley
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (805) 965-3363
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next special event. Contact angela@holdrens.com
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