Finch & Fork

4.6

1772 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for business meals
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.

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Private dining

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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–6:00 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

New Year's Eve Dinner
$110.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Bid farewell to 2024 with a delectable 3-course dinner & music by Brian Kinsella. Menu choices: Starter- Scallop crudo, escabeche, smoked trout roe, coco lopez nuoc cham Kohlrabi carpaccio, beet, shaved parmesan, olive oil caviar, ginger scallion, black garlic Entree- Pan roasted duck breast, smoked king oyster mushroom, pickled red onion, gochujang duck jus Braised short rib, truffle chestnut mash, chickpea miso brown butter fingerling potato Pan seared halibut, xo consomme, gigante bean succotash, delicata squash, chive oil Smoked eggplant, black eyed pea hummus, golden raisin salsa, chickpea, za'atar Prime ribeye, 45 day dry aged, 12oz Harris Ranch Sweet- Pot de creme, luxardo cherry, chocolate crumble Crema catalan, candied orange peel
New Year's Pajama Brunch
Jan 1, 2025 only
Ring in the New Year with a fun and festive New Year's Day "Pajama Brunch". Sip on mimosas and bloody marys. Enjoy a delightful avocado toast or zesty shashuka. Rock to the tunes of DJ Darla Bea. And, wear your PJs for the chance to win a one-night stay at the Kimpton Canary! DJ Darla will be spinning from 11am-2pm.
Bubbles & Brunch
$28.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy bottomless mimosas with your friends and family every weekend at Finch & Fork. Saturday & Sunday 7am-1pm

Offers

Daily Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for happy hour every day from 4 - 6 pm! Offerings include $12 drink specials. Happy Hour Menu: House Margarita: el jimador tequila, lime juice, agave Rum Cuba Libre: rotating rum, coke, lime Vodka Collins: Smirnoff, lemon, simple syrup, soda water Highball: rotating whiskey, soda water Gin & Tonic: rotating gin, fever tree tonic, lime Red Wine White Wine Sparkling Wine

Popular dishes

Smoked Tomato Veloute$14.00
heirloom tomato soup, manchego crisp, basil
Burrata$18.00
roasted beets, green apple, pistachio
Farmers Market Salad$13.00
seasonal greens and vegetables from our local farms, sherry vinaigrette
Black Garlic Caesar*$14.00
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$10.00
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 1,772 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
American
Santa Barbara
Great for brunch
Santa Barbara
Good for groups
Santa Barbara
Neighborhood gem
Santa Barbara
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Review summary

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Finch & Fork offers a delightful dining experience with a "wide variety of vegan and non-vegan choices" and "outstanding food." Guests praise the "excellent service" and "great atmosphere," with special mentions of the manager Robert's welcoming demeanor. While some dishes could improve, the overall experience is "fantastic" and "highly recommended."

1,772 Reviews

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John
VIP
Los Angeles
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Not a great buffet. Quantity not quality. Hot items had been sitting too long. Definitely not worth the price.
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gary
VIP
Los Angeles
35 reviews
3.0
35 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Buffet was cold The raw bar was great Service was friendly
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Geoff
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Twelve of us (family and friends) had a Christmas Buffet celebration at Finch and Fork. The whole experience was exceptional. We were made to feel welcome by a very professional and friendly team who clearly wanted us to enjoy ourselves - which we did - and enjoy a wide selection of food offerings. The buffet stations were refreshed as needed and our table was comfortable and not squashed in at all. We requested some number changes in the run up to the 25th and were accommodated readily. We all felt that the buffet was great value at $110 for Christmas Day in Santa Barbara.
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Rich
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
At $120 each not including drinks or tip, I would expect more food options and better quality food. Oysters were meh. There was no poultry or fishe entree. The only entree option was Prime rib and roasted lamb. $1000 for 3 adults and 1 child w adults having 2 generic cocktails each…..not impressive at all.
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Cheryl
Central Coast
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We attended the Xmas Buffet. Many pluses: excellent Raw Bar, Dessert Bar. Very good salads and side dishes. The two main courses were good but not great - Prime Rib and Lamb. The Prime Rib was mediocre. The Lamb was better. I would have preferred a fowl - such as chicken or turkey to be offered. The price per person $120 was "over the top" as it did not include any beverage. I feel that tablecloths would have been appropriate to provide an improved ambience. Otherwise, the service was excellent - efficient, well-timed, cheerful. The cocktails were nicely prepared...although very expensive. Was it worth it? Yes but I would not choose to do it again.
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inessa
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Hawaii
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It was good We had a nice time but my daughter food was too salty and my salad as well
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Geofrey
VIP
San Francisco
42 reviews
4.0
42 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Exceeded our expectations! We thought the meal would be good, but not great. And it was the latter and not the former! Wonderful crispy fried chicken, perfectly cooked King Salmon, and red snapper with crunchy skin made for three excellent entrees. We also are particularly fond of the black garlic caesar salad and the ahi poke was perfection itself!
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Emily
VIP
San Francisco
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was great - highly recommend the prime rib special (Sundays), deviled eggs, Caesar salad, and catch of the day (Snapper). Super tasty food and attentive service. We sat at the communal table at the bar since we had a dog with us and it was too cold to sit outside.
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Cynthia
VIP
Central Coast
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have Christmas lunch with my dear sister & our 95 dear Mom every year…..we had a great experience at the Finch & Fork this year. Wonderful attentive server, Jamey & most delicious food. Thank you!
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David
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a wonderful evening, staring with the greeting by manager Robert. He made us feel very welcome, wished us happy anniversary, and even brought over complimentary champagne! The great service didn’t stop there. Our server, Kayla, was kind, friendly, and attentive. The food was delicious (don’t miss the deviled eggs!), and it was overall a fantastic way to celebrate 18 years of marriage.
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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 4.6 stars by 1772 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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–6:00 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

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

New Year's Eve Dinner

New Year's Pajama Brunch

Bubbles & Brunch

Daily Happy Hour

Short Rib & Sweet Potato Hash

Fried Chicken Sandwich

King Salmon

Soup / Vegetables / Greens

Smoked Tomato Veloute$14.00

Burrata$18.00

Farmers Market Salad$13.00

Black Garlic Caesar*$14.00

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$10.00

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