Finch & Fork

Name: Finch & Fork
Address: 31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA, United States, 93101
Telephone: (805) 879-9100
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1806 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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2 people

Apr 23, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Here at Finch & Fork, we are inspired by the bounty of Santa Barbara's lush farms and rugged coastline. Our attitude is relentlessly local, influenced by the diverse culinary techniques of our neighbors, the subdued, natural colors of our fog-swept cliffs, and the glow of afternoon sunlight on our grapevines. Begin your day with a nourishing brunch or savor an evening of eclectic wines, ingredient-driven cooking, and good company.

Finch & Fork is conveniently located on the corner of Carrillo and Chapala streets in the heart of Santa Barbara’s vibrant downtown. Complimentary valet parking for diners upon availability.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(805) 879-9100
Website
http://www.finchandforkrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Finch & Fork showcases the bounty of Santa Barbara County, and the effortless, relaxed elegance of the West Coast. Our inspired culinary team infuses seasonal local ingredients from local farms and fisheries with simply mouthwatering California cuisine. We offer a variety of menu options to choose from for any occasion.
Private party facilities
We have many venue options for your next event - from our beautiful rooftop views to intimate dining spaces, and private meeting rooms. Contact us at info@finchandforkrestaurant.com for more information.
Private party contact
Christine Tran: (805) 879-9100

Location
31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Neighborhood
Santa Barbara
Cross street
Chapala
Parking details
Valet/Public Parking Lot<br />Services offered at main entrance of the hotel. Additional parking available in the adjacent city parking lot.
Public transit
Main Bus Terminal
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Restaurant Week Dinner
$75.00 per person
Apr 25, 2025 - May 4, 2025
Celebrate Santa Barbara Restaurant Week with a special 3-course menu at Finch & Fork. Dinner $75 per person - First Course (select one) Smoked Tomato Veloute Black Garlic Caesar F&F Deviled Eggs Second Course (select one) Brandt Beef New York Prime Steak Market Catch of the Day Beluga Lentils Third Course (select one) Chocolate Pot de Creme Churros
Restaurant Week Lunch
$45.00 per person
Apr 25, 2025 - May 4, 2025
Celebrate Santa Barbara Restaurant Week with a special 3-course menu at Finch & Fork. Lunch $45 per person - First Course (select one) F&F Deviled Eggs Farmers Market Salad House Focaccia Bread Second Course (select one) Poblano Burger Smashed Avocado Toast Mussels & Frites Third Course (select one) Chocolate Pot de Creme Churros
Tex-Mex Brunch Pop Up
May 4, 2025 only
Kick off your Cinco de Mayo celebrations at Finch & Fork at our special Tex-Mex Brunch Pop Up on Sunday, May 4th. Grab a drink from the michelada and bloody mary/maria cart. Indulge is some southern flavors from Chef John's Texas culinary adventures. Enjoy these a la carte menu items from 11AM-2PM. Chilaquiles Tortillas | Chorizo | Pico | Queso Fresco | Crema | Two Eggs Over Easy Migas Scrambled Eggs | Pico | Cheddar | Avocado | Aji Amarillo | Flour Tortillas Barbacoa Street Tacos Shredded Beef | Pickled Red Onion | Cilantro | Queso Fresco | Escabeche Relish Pozole Rojo Pork | Hominy | Cabbage | Radish | Crema Tres Leches French Toast Crème Anglaise | Chantilly | Strawberries {Join us on Monday, May 5th for Tacos + Tequila on the Canary rooftop. Tickets available through Eventbrite.}

Private dining

Smoked Tomato Veloute$14.00
heirloom tomato soup, manchego crisp, basil
Burrata$18.00
roasted beets, green apple, pistachio
Farmers Market Salad$15.00
seasonal greens and vegetables from our local farms, sherry vinaigrette
Black Garlic Caesar*$16.00
little gem lettuce, parmigiano-reggiano, brioche croutons
Mushroom Dan Dan Noodles$15.00
scallion, smoked pistachio, szechuan pepper

Starters

1/2 Dozen Oysters$24.00
aji amarillo cocktail sauce, red wine mignonette
Hamachi Crudo*$22.00
cucumber aguachile, jicama, local citrus
F&F Deviled Eggs$8.00
pickled shallots, cajun maple pork belly, chives
- (2) For$8.00
- (4) For$15.00
Tuna Poke*$26.00
avocado, shoyu, wonton crisp, furikake, gochujang aioli
Kung Pao Cauliflower$16.00
cashews, japanese chili, scallions

From the Field

Niman Ranch Pork Chop$46.00
fennel gratin, radicchio, pickled mustard jus
Fried Chicken$31.00
mashed potatoes, lemon-pepper gravy; A portion of proceeds of each item sold will be donated to our charitable partner, No Kid Hungry, supporting the fight to end childhood hunger in America
12oz Brandt Beef New York Prime*$57.00
marble potatoes, baby carrots, cipollini onion, red wine demi-glace
Short Rib Pappardelle Pasta$37.00
wild mushroom soffritto, crème fraîche
Beluga Lentils$27.00
farmer's market vegetables, romesco, avocado, tahini

From the Ocean

Diver Scallops*$49.00
risotto, serrano ham, artichokes, parmigiano-reggiano
Mussels$29.00
coconut curry broth, grilled sourdough
King Salmon*$37.00
gigante beans, piquillo peppers, marble potatoes
Market Catch of the Day$38.00

Sides

House Foccacia Bread$8.00
cultured butter
Chef's Market Vegetables$14.00
Broccolini$14.00
calabrian chili, garlic, lemon
Mac & Cheese$14.00
orecchiette pasta, fontina and white cheddar cheese sauce
Roasted Marble Potatoes$12.00
fresh herbs

House Cocktails

Canary Cadillac$20.00
casamigos blanco tequila, hibiscus, fresh lime juice, agave, grand marnier float; A portion of proceeds of each item sold will be donated to our charitable partner, No Kid Hungry, supporting the fight to end childhood hunger in America
Uncle Nearest Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned$22.00
uncle nearest 1856 aged in-house, demerara, bitters
Green Tea Martini$17.00
ford's gin, jasmine green tea, dolin blanc, benedictine, orange bitters
Heatwaves$16.00
ketel one vodka, ilegal mezcal, passionfruit syrup, fresh lime juice, habanero tincture, tajin
Velvet Sour$18.00
elijah craig bourbon, pluot cordial, fresh lemon juice
Isla Bonita$18.00
bacardi ocho rum, amaro montenegro, mint-orange syrup, fresh lemon juice, fever tree club soda
Highlander$20.00
glenfiddich 12 yr scotch, sweet vermouth, bitters
Romero Fino$17.00
codigo blanco tequila, amontillado sherry, rosemary-apple agave syrup, fresh lime juice, salt
Liar's Remorse (Alcohol Free)$14.00
lyre's italian orange, lyre's aperitif rosso, lime, honey
Spicy AF (Alcohol Free)$15.00
ritual tequila alternative, watermelon, lime, cholula, tajin

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Bisol 'Jeio' Brut Prosecco, Italy$15.00
Albert Bichot, Brut Rosé, Crémant de Bourgogne, France$18.00
J Vineyards 'Cuvee 20' Brut Sparkling, Sonoma, CA$20.00
Taittinger, Brut La Francaise, Champagne, France$30.00

White

Brander 'Au Naturel' Sauvignon Blanc, Los Olivos, Santa Barbara, CA$18.00
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 'Aveta' Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA$18.00
Paco & Lola, Albariño, Rías Baixas, Spain$14.00
Livio Felluga, Pinot Grigio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy$19.00
Cambria, Tempusquet Vineyard, Viognier, Santa Maria Valley, CA$15.00
Presqu'ile Winery, Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, CA$16.00
Bouchard Aîné & Fils, Chardonnay, Pays d'Oc, France$14.00
Rancho Vinedo 'Dona Martina' Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, CA$21.00

Rosé

Paradise Springs 'Pink Ash' Rosé, Happy Canyon, Santa Barbara, CA$16.00
Bieler Pere et Fils, Rosé, Aix-en-Provence, France$14.00

Red

Alma Rosa, Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, CA$18.00
Native9, Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard, Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA$25.00
Margerum, M5 Rhone Blend, Santa Barbara, CA$17.00
Le Volte dell'Ornellaia, Toscana Blend, Tuscany, Italy$20.00
DAOU, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, CA$17.00
Star Lane, Cabernet Sauvignon, Happy Canyon, Santa Barbara, CA$28.00

Beer

Modelo Especial Pilsner | Mexico | 4.4%$7.00
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Paradise Pilsner | Buellton, California | 5.5%$9.00
on tap
Solvang Brewing Co. Solvang Lager | Solvang, California | 5.2%$7.00
on tap
Stella Artois Lager | Leuven, Belgium | 5%$8.00
Samuel Adams Lager | Boston, Massachusetts | 5%$8.00
Firestone Walker 805 Blonde | Paso Robles, California | 4.7%$7.00
Topa Topa Level Line Pale Ale | Ventura, California | 5%$9.00
on tap
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Hoppy Poppy IPA | Buellton, California | 6.5%$8.00
Madewest Brewing Co. Hazy IPA | Ventura, California | 7%$9.00
on tap
New Belgium Fat Tire Amber Ale | Fort Collins, Colorado | 5.2%$8.00
Guinness Stout | Dublin, Ireland | 4.2%$7.00
Golden State Cider Mighty Dry | Sonoma, California | 6.3%$11.00
Juneshine POG Hard Kombucha | San Diego, California | 6%$9.00
Athletic Lite Lager (Non-Alcoholic) | San Diego, California | Less Than 0.5%$7.00

What 1,806 people are saying

Finch & Fork reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
American
Santa Barbara
Great for brunch
Santa Barbara
Kid-friendly
Santa Barbara
Innovative
Santa Barbara
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Finch & Fork in Santa Barbara shines with "delicious food" and a "beautiful environment," offering an inviting mix of modern elegance and relaxed coastal vibes. The attentive staff and standout dishes like "kung pow cauliflower" and "deviled eggs" ensure a memorable dining experience. Perfect for brunches and celebratory dinners.

1,806 Reviews

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Jennifer VIP
San Francisco5 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The food was decent. Our server wasn’t the greatest. They were out of what we wanted to order. I probably wouldn’t come back.
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Stephanie
Fargo4 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Went for Easter Brunch where it was $89 per adult. Appetizer course was just salad (advertised as mixes of but there was only one dressing), deviled eggs, and one soup. There was also a raw bar with three options that was routinely out of 1 or 2 of them. The entrees were not hot when they came out. The dessert selection was decent, although food temp was still a problem (room temp crème brûlée). It would have been a good meal at half the price tag, but it absolutely was not worth the cost.
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Roberta VIP
Central Coast112 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Four of us went for Easter Brunch. It was a nice menu with buffet for the beginning, specific orders made from a varied selection of mains and then a lovely dessert buffet. Light on staffing, but the servers were doing the best they could and were always pleasant and helpful. Food was plentiful and quite good. The brisket hash with a poached egg and chimichurri sauce was excellent, although it was a bit "oily" from the sauce. The croque madame was very rich, but worth the splurge. Great day and nice place for an Easter brunch.
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SusanB VIP
Phoenix1 review
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We checked in for Easter brunch about 15 minutes early. We were asked to sit just outside the bar while they found us a table. After waiting 40 minutes (past our reservation time) we checked a d they had forgotten about us! Salads were just some lettuce and one dressing, one soup selection. Choice of entrees was about 5 or 6 breakfast items that you could get at any breakfast restaurant. Desserts were so so. Service was bad. Never cleared our plates away from salad to our entree. Had to wave the waiter down every time we needed something, including the check. For the same money, I have had brunches with sake tons of prime rib, ham, pastas etc and a salad bar with multiple salads and cheeses. Very disappointed and would not go again.
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Sue
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
It took 90 minutes to get our food for Easter brunch. When it came it was unedible. Management came by to apologize for the wait and said they would give a very nice discount for the delay. The bill for 4 for brunch with 3 coffees, no alcohol after the 20% discount was over $330 and we could not even eat it. I could go into details on the food in which nothing was fresh. I had two bites of my crab eggs Benedict and was afraid I would not be feeling well if I ate it. They knew they were having kitchen problems and we should have done what we saw some other tables do which was leave instead I feel like I tried to give them the chance to make it right and it was very expensive for me. I will never go back under any circumstance.
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Tracy VIP
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is an amazing restaurant! Highly recommend. Great fish. Lentils. Deviled eggs. My husband loves the fried chicken.
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Doug
Central Coast1 review
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great people! We had a great lunch with great wine!
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Tiffany VIP
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious dinner and wonderful service. We love this restaurant
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Leanne
Portland2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at Finch & Fork. Beautiful environment, delicious food (we were there for brunch), and the staff were friendly and professional. Kitchen seemed to get a bit backed up so there was a bit of a wait for our food; however, given that it was Sunday brunch it did not seem an unreasonable wait time for excellent food. Great first experience--we'll be back!
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Erik
Central Coast1 review
4.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
robert the manager was great. service was good. the Kung pow cauliflower was amazing, the ny steak was disappointing. overall good spot! would i go back? for cocktails and atmosphere sure.. for food, or shall i say a full meal, maybe not. nevertheless it's a beautiful hotel and restaurant.
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FAQs

Finch & Fork offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 879-9100.

Finch & Fork is rated 4.4 stars by 1806 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 23, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Chapala
Neighborhood
Santa Barbara
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet/Public Parking Lot<br />Services offered at main entrance of the hotel. Additional parking available in the adjacent city parking lot.
Public transit
Main Bus Terminal
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.finchandforkrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(805) 879-9100
Catering
Finch & Fork showcases the bounty of Santa Barbara County, and the effortless, relaxed elegance of the West Coast. Our inspired culinary team infuses seasonal local ingredients from local farms and fisheries with simply mouthwatering California cuisine. We offer a variety of menu options to choose from for any occasion.
Private party facilities
We have many venue options for your next event - from our beautiful rooftop views to intimate dining spaces, and private meeting rooms. Contact us at info@finchandforkrestaurant.com for more information.
Private party contact
Christine Tran: (805) 879-9100

Finch & Fork

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Restaurant Week Dinner

Restaurant Week Lunch

Tex-Mex Brunch Pop Up

Chapala Room

Finch & Fork Restaurant and Bar

Riviera Ballroom

Channel Islands Room

Custom inquiry

Soup / Vegetables / Greens

Smoked Tomato Veloute$14.00

Burrata$18.00

Farmers Market Salad$15.00

Black Garlic Caesar*$16.00

Mushroom Dan Dan Noodles$15.00

Starters

1/2 Dozen Oysters$24.00

Hamachi Crudo*$22.00

F&F Deviled Eggs$8.00

Tuna Poke*$26.00

Kung Pao Cauliflower$16.00

From the Field

Niman Ranch Pork Chop$46.00

Fried Chicken$31.00

12oz Brandt Beef New York Prime*$57.00

Short Rib Pappardelle Pasta$37.00

Beluga Lentils$27.00

From the Ocean

Diver Scallops*$49.00

Mussels$29.00

King Salmon*$37.00

Market Catch of the Day$38.00

Sides

House Foccacia Bread$8.00

Chef's Market Vegetables$14.00

Broccolini$14.00

Mac & Cheese$14.00

Roasted Marble Potatoes$12.00

House Cocktails

Canary Cadillac$20.00

Uncle Nearest Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned$22.00

Green Tea Martini$17.00

Heatwaves$16.00

Velvet Sour$18.00

Isla Bonita$18.00

Highlander$20.00

Romero Fino$17.00

Liar's Remorse (Alcohol Free)$14.00

Spicy AF (Alcohol Free)$15.00

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Bisol 'Jeio' Brut Prosecco, Italy$15.00

Albert Bichot, Brut Rosé, Crémant de Bourgogne, France$18.00

J Vineyards 'Cuvee 20' Brut Sparkling, Sonoma, CA$20.00

Taittinger, Brut La Francaise, Champagne, France$30.00

White

Brander 'Au Naturel' Sauvignon Blanc, Los Olivos, Santa Barbara, CA$18.00

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 'Aveta' Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA$18.00

Paco & Lola, Albariño, Rías Baixas, Spain$14.00

Livio Felluga, Pinot Grigio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy$19.00

Cambria, Tempusquet Vineyard, Viognier, Santa Maria Valley, CA$15.00

Presqu'ile Winery, Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, CA$16.00

Bouchard Aîné & Fils, Chardonnay, Pays d'Oc, France$14.00

Rancho Vinedo 'Dona Martina' Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, CA$21.00

Rosé

Paradise Springs 'Pink Ash' Rosé, Happy Canyon, Santa Barbara, CA$16.00

Bieler Pere et Fils, Rosé, Aix-en-Provence, France$14.00

Red

Alma Rosa, Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, CA$18.00

Native9, Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard, Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA$25.00

Margerum, M5 Rhone Blend, Santa Barbara, CA$17.00

Le Volte dell'Ornellaia, Toscana Blend, Tuscany, Italy$20.00

DAOU, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, CA$17.00

Star Lane, Cabernet Sauvignon, Happy Canyon, Santa Barbara, CA$28.00

Beer

Modelo Especial Pilsner | Mexico | 4.4%$7.00