Bouchon - Santa Barbara

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   Lizl

   New York Area

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food4service4ambience5

   Enjoyed dinner here. Fresh, creative cooking. Maybe a little too much going in each dish. Service well paced Local wine selection was good.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Minneapolis

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Hands down the best meal we have ever had! Food was truly incredible from French onion soup to the entrees. The whole experience was so enjoyable! Next time we are in SB, we will be back!

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   OpenTable Diner

   Central Coast

   20 reviews

   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   By far one of the best fine dining experiences in Santa Barbara! The atmosphere is warm and friendly; the staff and service is personable, extremely knowledgeable and welcoming; the food and wine selection is outstanding.

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   LewisW

   Phoenix

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Wonderful food and ambience. Loved the black bass special and others thought their salmon was wonderful. Our best dining experience in Santa Barbara.

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   LeilaniL

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our server, Dominic was very knowledgeable and gracious. The restaurant made every effort to make our anniversary special.

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   LizW

   San Francisco

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The food is always fantastic, and the service is impeccable. It’s the best place to dine before or after a show at the Granada.

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   DavidC

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   I’m a Brit who arrived via NYC, SF, & Carmel. Thus far dining experiences (exception Carmel) had been characterised by average food, poor service and eye watering charges. These guys restored my faith in human nature. The staff were excellent. Lovely people who enjoyed their jobs whilst delivering terrific service. The food was off the Richter scale. I had the medley of 3 fishes to start followed by the Duck which was cooked to perfection. Both dishes were absolutely fabulous. In terms of ambience, this is clearly a favourite with locals who love good food and has a great vibe. I dined alone and was made most welcome. Although not cheap, I think it represents great value. Bravo to Boucheron

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   Robert

   Los Angeles

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our reservation was at 6 on Friday night. Seating: tables are fairly close to each other. Our table was situated in a narrow, I’ll call it a hallway for lack of a better term. There were two rows of tables for two, one on each side. The space between was about a table width. The couples around us were relatively quiet so noise wasn’t an issue. But, if you like space between you and other diners, keep that in mind. They also offer outdoor options. A tent near the street (Covid leftovers) and a proper outdoor structure that was likely always there. All have heaters for the cold weather. Ambiance: This is a nice room. Elegant but not overly fancy. Dress: casual but I’d dress up those jeans. Food: Appetizers: We had the scallops and they were fantastic Mains: They are known for their duck. I had the pacific white fish which was perfect! My wife ordered the duck. On this order she said it was pretty salty. I tried it and had to agree. Our server was at the table moments after we’d both tried our food to ask how everything was. The moment my wife paused and said it was really salty, he asked what she would like instead. “You have to love what you eat”. He whisked away the dish, put in the replacement order and it was there, perfectly prepared in short order. She ordered the same thing I’d gotten and loved it. Dessert: My wife ordered the crème brûlée and absolutely raved about it. I ordered the lemon cake and replaced the ice cream with lemon sorbet. It was perfect. Server: I wanted to save this for last so it would get buried by everything else. Morgan is the consummate professional. The level of attention to detail was constant and consistent no matter how busy it got or who was in his area. The lady that got seated next to us was most likely a food critic and she got no more or less attention than anyone else. Morgan’s recommendations were great across the board. The food was excellent but Morgan put it all over the top for us!

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   Maxie

   Central Coast

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 16, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Birthday was great

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    VictoriaC

    Central Coast

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great dinner! Great ambiance! Great service! Such a quintessential Santa Barbara experience with a touch of France! We go back again and again to celebrate or just get a bowl of onion soup and a glass of wine, a salad and dessert! We just love this place. —

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    Jilly

    Portland

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Host so gracious & welcoming for our anniversary dinner. Duck breast was as fabulous as when I had it in Paris. Wine list incredible!!!!server warm & nice & very knowledgeable!!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Went for a birthday celebration. The food , ambience and service was pitch perfect.

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    MarieM

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The French onion soup was fabulous, highly recommend. Husband’s steak was great. Our waiter Dave was attentive and helpful. Sat outside under tent nice and warm and quiet. Great place!

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    Hungry

    Little Rock

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The scallops were amazing, easily the best we’ve ever enjoyed.

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    KatyB

    Houston

    133 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    133 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was outstanding with our visit to Bouchon. From the service Dillon provided, to the beautiful presentation of the food along with the outstanding taste of the food and the ambiance of the restaurant. If ever back in Santa Barbara, we will be back.

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Wonderful dining experience. Our waiter Dominick was outstanding! Great food and ambiance.

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    Lucca

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful celebration! And yes the food was outstanding. We will be back!

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    maximus

    Central Coast

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service. Waiter connected with us right away. Had the trio scallops which were prepared different from the last time we were there. Equally impressive. Waiter offers great wine recommendations (2 different bottles). Dining semi outdoors but warm. Food was amazing ( wago and pork belly).

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    shnazychic

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    What an amazing night. Incredible service, delicious food, perfect for a romantic night out.

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    JaneG

    Central Coast

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A truly wonderful experience. Service was exquisite, food delicious and excellent wines.

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    SteveA

    Los Angeles

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Beautiful restaurant with great service and management. We had a small issue with food temperature on one item and the manager took the meal off the check no questions asked. Really nice people! Food looked and tasted great. Prices were reasonable for sure given it's SB.

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    NeginS

    Salt Lake City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    By far one of my favorite restaurants in Santa Barbara. The food is consistently delicious, great wine list and great ambiance

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    Jros

    Los Angeles

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful food and service!! Very enjoyable. Highly recommend

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    OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A great experience the service was amazing and the food was some of the best I’ve ever had. We had the wagyu rib-eye and it was incredible, perfectly cooked and seasoned. A really good meal if you’re looking for something special

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    RobertG

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3

    The food was surprisingly mediocre. It had been a year or so since I last ate there and there is clearly a lack of attention to the menu. The service team was earnest but not very capable. We ordered three appetizers, they brought us share plates, but no serving spoons. We actually had to go to the service island and get our own spoons because our server was not to be found. One of the appetizers, the carrot dish was dismal, the carrots were under cooked and actually cold completely defeating the flavors of the dish. The lamb chops were very rare, almost bloody. And the desserts were not very good. It is unlikely that we would return.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great staff

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    shephart

    Denver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I try to go every time I am in Santa Barbara. Always a great meal with wonderful service!

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was excellent and Dom (our server) was on his game. Definitely will revisit.

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    Howardg

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    Should have been better. Nice time and good service. Food was not as good as I remember.

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30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Sea bass was a tad bit dry but overall good. Crab cakes were a little bland

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    SandraG

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had the best time. Amazing food and service! I’ve wanted to go here for years and finally did a friends dinner. Will come back soon!

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    SacheenS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    So happy to have tried Bouchon for the first time. Will definitely go back!

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    Katya

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    The best restaurant in Santa Barbara overall. The food is the best we've enjoyed in town and staff is knowledgeable about both the menu and the wines on offer. The wine prices are reasonable and the glasses generous. Bouchon is a pleasure.

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    BonnieM

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We enjoyed a lovely birthday dinner for my husband! The food was outstanding-everything to perfection! Our waiter Dominic made the experience special. I totally recommend Bouchon for your special occasions!

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    YutaA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great restaurant and birthday experience!!! Thank you to a great staff

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Very good food and environment. Duck is a little bit too salty for me, but lamb is absolutely perfect.

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    SusanC

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful service by Dave our waiter. Delicious meal.

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    HemWagner

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    All our food was delicious. Filet was one of most flavorful I’ve had and reasonably priced. My co-diners had the salmon, pacific fish and raved about it. French onion soup and goat cheese tart lived up to their hype. Only thing missing is full bar - only serve beer and wine.

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    Chris

    Los Angeles

    114 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    114 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Bouchon is fabulous, food is always excellent. Beautifully served and desserts are extraordinary. Very extensive wine list. And our server David always excellent.

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    Loulou

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food amazing service amazing people who work here even if power went out during dinner they still delivered impeccable food and service

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