bouchon Santa Barbara

Luis Saldana a month ago

The duck and ribs main dish were amazing. The scallops entree and Trio dessert was next level delish. Even though it took a good 30min+ to bring main dishes, we still enjoyed the meal. Very nice atmosphere and service was great.

Susana De Freitas a month ago

We loved our dinner at Bouchon. Impeccable service. Very polite staff. Cosy and elegant atmosphere. Delicious food. Be prepared to wait for your food. It's a fine, delicate type of cuisine. It takes time to be cooked. All the dishes are cooked with fresh, seasonal and local products. Order starters and a glass of wine. You must go with time. No rush. We loved our experience and highly recommended.

Antoinette Haggard 2 months ago

Dining at Bouchon on Bastille Day was an absolute treat! The festive specials, farmers market menu, extensive wine list, and classic offerings made it difficult to choose—but the Steak au Poivre special was an absolute dream. Every element was cooked to perfection: the filet was buttery, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, the green beans were crisp and fresh, and the layered potato was beautifully cheesy with a deliciously crisp top. The service was exceptional from start to finish. The entire team was warm, attentive, and worked together seamlessly. I appreciated the thoughtful wine recommendations, regular check-ins throughout the meal, and the genuine hospitality from everyone—including the manager, who was actively supporting the staff. The atmosphere was calm, elegant, and the Bastille Day decorations added just the right festive touch. My only complaint? I didn't have a big enough appetite to try more of the menu! I was seated quickly, and the staff was wonderfully accommodating when I decided to move from the patio to the dining room. I highly recommend Bouchon and can't wait to return.

Luke Finney 3 months ago

I just had my wedding reception in the Bouchon Cork room and it was just perfect. Our server Amy was a gem, 10/10 for both service and hospitality. The food was top notch, started with the tuna tartar followed by the snake river farms ribeye and creme brûlée for dessert. We had people in the party that were vegetarian and gluten free and the chef made sure to craft the perfect dishes for them. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a private room experience in downtown Santa Barbara. Thanks again!

Janice Clark 5 months ago

My husband and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary here. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating and timed the delivery of our courses perfectly! They recommended an excellent bottle of wine that paired well with our entire meal. I would absolutely recommend this place! Side note: On Saturdays they run a special where you can go with the chef to the farmers market in the morning and then in the evening have a meal and wine tasting. I would do that next time!