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Moby Dick Restaurant, Santa Barbara, CA

Moby Dick Restaurant

4.4
4.4
287 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
220 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2710

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
At Moby Dick Restaurant, in Santa Barbara, you'll get not only fresh seafood and excellent service, but an amazing view along with your meal. Situated on the pier itself in Santa Barbara, Moby Dick Restaurant is a fantastic place with a fantastic atmosphere to get something to eat.



Whether you're after breakfast, lunch or dinner there�s sure to be something on the menu to please. Fried favorites at Moby Dick Restaurant include clam strips and chips, chicken wings and chips and many others. You can also order burgers, sandwiches and vegetarian fare. Fresh seafood specialties include grilled Cajun swordfish, bacon wrapped shrimp and grilled fresh salmon.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Burgers
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 11:30 am–7:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–6:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Parking details
    First 90 minutes are free
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 287 people are saying

Moby Dick Restaurant 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Kid-friendly

  • California Central Coast

    Great for scenic views

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for brunch

  • Santa Barbara

    Kid-friendly

  • Santa Barbara

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Moby Dick Restaurant offers a "wonderful experience" with its stunning ocean views and attentive service. Guests rave about the "great food," including delicious seafood options like fish tacos, lobster rolls, and clam chowder. The friendly staff and picturesque location make it a "great value" and a memorable dining destination in Santa Barbara.

287 Reviews
  1. Donna

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location and view overlooking Santa Barbara wharf.

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  2. Katharine

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alejandro took very good care of us. However, we would have been fine with tap water and not upsold on the two water bottles at $8/bottle.

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  3. Steve

    Orlando15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was not very good. Fried clams were awful. Server failed to place the order for three items. Overall huge disappointment.

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  4. Michael

    Bavaria9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Die Lage ist sehr schön, man hat auf dem Pear direkten Blick auf das Meer und den Strand. Die Bedienung war sehr freundlich. Das Essen war mittelmäßig - wir hatten eine Seefood-Platte für 2 - hier war alles einheitlich friert und dazu noch Pommes dazu - es war sehr fett und schwer.

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  5. Peter

    Central Coast13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Still basically a tourist experience - outstanding location & friendly staff can only do so much to elevate a mediocre food experience. Disappointing

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  6. Sonji

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time going had a great time. Ambience was amazing. The service was amazing. The food was about a hard, three so much so I can’t even remember what I ate. I will go back again just on a warmer day.

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  7. Keissa

    New Orleans4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Moby Dick Restaurant was a great experience. We sat right by the window overlooking the water at night and it was beautiful. I ordered the fish and chips and the passion fruit drink. The drink was nice and smooth, but the fried cod fish was greasy and the fish tasted werid. My sister ordered the fish tacos and said they were delicious. We had Ms. Lee and she was great, with customers, being attentive and observant. She took off the fish and chips when she noticed I hadn’t ate all the fish and the fish was still on my plate. I am glad she cared enough to ask questions about the food and if I was satisfied. Great customer service goes a long way and she was very helpful and a pleasant to have.

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  8. Justin

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for my wife's birthday and the staff was great. Different staff members came over and wished her happy birthday. Our server was amazing and very attentive.

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  9. Tom

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. We ate outside and had amazing views.

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  10. Jerry VIP

    Los Angeles132 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Located on wharf with free 90 minute parking. Great view of the ocean-room temperature was cool as we were there in the evening on a very overcast day. Table service was attentive. Parker rolls, lobster bisque, clam chowder were very tasty. Large portions of locally caught halibut over crab-mashed potatoes and fish and chips entrees were very good and enough for leftovers making this place a great value!

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FAQs

Moby Dick Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 965-0549.

Moby Dick Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 287 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Moby Dick Restaurant

220 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2710

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 11:30 am–7:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–6:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    First 90 minutes are free
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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