Fun Live Music Wednesdays , 10/2/2009
Reviewer: Wayne Johnson
from Goleta Cal
Fun Wed Live Music on the patio Good food & drinks too.
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as good as applebees... so not that good, 8/8/2009
Reviewer: Kevin
from Santa Barbara, CA
Ordered a caesar salad to start and it came out on a completely dirty plate, sent back. Main course was a shrimp and chicken dish which was obviously reheated bulk frozen SYSCO or JORDANOS items. The only thing I half-way enjoyed was our side of sweet potato fries which were cold after the first few bites. Save yourself the time and money, avoid the wait and the hype... go to the beachside if your looking for great food and service or better yet; downtown SB.
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Menu change, 7/23/2009
Reviewer: Foodie Dan
from Santa Barbara, CA
Well my two boys love coming here and I enjoyed it also...until they changed the menu. Some of my favorite things are gone. The awesome potato skins...gone.The country club changed. The new menu now consists of many more pan-asian dishes and a couple of new burgers. I tried the blue cheese burger and while good it wasn't great. The meat was extra crispy on the outside and bland on the inside. The blue cheese butter could have been stronger...Just nothing special about it. I dont think we will be going back any time soon. PLEASE bring back the potato skins!
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Good Food, Great Service, 7/22/2009
Reviewer: Glenn
from Buellton
The waitresses here really bend over backwards for you and took care of our party well and they were really nice too. The food was good, probably two steps above a Dennys and one step below a Palace Grill, kind of like Outback quality but I thought a little better. They have a really wide selection of foods to choose from also and the kids menu deal is great with ice cream at the end even. I really like the decor too, it makes you think you are staying at a resort far away or something, they must have redid everything(menu included)in the last ten years as I remember it not being this good before. The prices were not too overpricey either.
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A family favorite, 6/30/2009
Reviewer: D
from Santa Barbara, CA
My family has been going here for years! The place is always busy. They have good service and good food at an affordable price! Just don't drink the water, its from the tap....
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Food isn't the greatest, but the service is excellent, 6/4/2009
Reviewer: David
from Santa Barbara, CA
I came in a few days ago with some buddies of mine from the office. We were sat immediately at a booth and was waited on by Stark. That's what her name says on the receipt. She was very attentive, funny, and knew exactly what she was talking about. It was my first time and she showed me her favorite entrees and even told me to rethink a few of mine. It's refreshing to have a waitress be completely honest with me and still keep it light hearted and fun. We never had to ask for refills and she always had a smile on her face. I will certainly come back and ask for her specifically, not only because she's a cutie, but because she's actually a fantastic waitress.
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e-bar happy hour!!, 5/20/2009
Reviewer: dee
from Santa Barbara, CA
was there yesturday by far one of the best spots iv been to out there. drinks were very inexpensive and good. the food was great, i had the jambalaya.the drinks during happy hour are on special in the bar area and they are great! i would definetley come in again!! oh yeah happy hour is from 3-6 not from 4:30 -6
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Great as usual, 4/12/2009
Reviewer: Tony Rosales
from Santa Barbara, CA
Been going there for years.. It's consistant, wonderful food and great service.. I love the atmosphere.. Courtney was very thoughtful and respectful.. I will certainly go back..
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Staff and food - gold star, 3/18/2009
Reviewer: Susan
from Dublin, CA
In the three times (with differet friends), I can only say it was a totally great experience. The food and staff are wonderful. Right on target with everything - food great, the staff doing just enough (neither sufficating nor non-existant) explaining the different food and drinks.
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Sarah must have had a bad day!, 2/7/2009
Reviewer: Faith
from Santa Barbara, CA
Have dined at EBar many times. Like it for special occasions. The food is special not ordinary. Many different tastes accommodated.
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Food is ok, service not so good, 1/20/2009
Reviewer: Sarah
from Santa Barbara, CA
I have yet to meet a nice, pleasant server, hostess at this place. The food is good, can't really complain about that, but the service is pretty crappy. I ate once with my husband and daughter outside, took about 15 minutes to get service outside. Then for Christmas we had a lunch with our office (about 15 people) and the server had Zero personality, which surprised me for a big group. You need to have a good server when it comes to lots of people. I will continue to eat at the Elephant Bar, and just deal with the non-personality that this place has.
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Great, 1/18/2009
Reviewer: Taylor
from Santa Barbara, CA
I love the Elephant Bar. Great deals and amazing food. I go every week and I still can't get enough. If anyone wants good food go to the EBAR!!
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Elephant bar has surprised me again, 12/28/2008
Reviewer: Travis
from Santa Barbara, CA
I love Elephant bar. I have gone there for years and every time I get an excellent server and the food is always out quickly. It is apparent that they take time and effort into each meal and the servers are always there if you need anything. I do enjoy the atmosphere, although it wouldn't hurt to change the music. Either way, this is an awesome restaurant and you should check it out. And the girls are cute too!
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I LOVEEEE the Elephant Bar!!!, 12/21/2008
Reviewer: Susie
from Santa Barbara, CA
My food was excellent and service exceptional. I sat in the bar area and the girls in bar where amazing, they were friendly and very helpful. The only thing I could complain about is that my drink was a little on the weak side.
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second time, 12/4/2008
Reviewer: lucky
from Santa Barbara, CA
I went there a second time to try and see if conditions would improve.. I have to say that I see the elephant bar trying to be family friendly but if this Is the case I would reccomend to them to lower the music first of all so clients don't leave with a headache but second so that I can hear the person I am dining with. It is this statement "the ebar Is trying to be family friendly" that really says it all "trying"..best of luck.
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Ok food, hit and miss service, 12/2/2008
Reviewer: Nicole
from Santa Barbara, CA
Elephant bar mails out coupons regularly and after trying their food about 8-10 times over the last 4 years it's easy to see why. For some reaons my friends love this place; I, however, am less than crazy about it. I can only rationalize eating there when I have a coupon, I will say they sometimes have great deals. Their food is often presented beautifully but I've found it at times to be greasy or bland or both. Their drinks are cute and more for show than for drinking. I won't complain about the amount of alcohol, they try to be "family friendly" and getting people drunk would counteract that point. The staff rotates a lot, I had 1-2 great waiters and the rest seemed bored or cold or just wanted to get back to that waitress they were flirting with (or bartender in our waitresses case). I would skip this place!
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simply ok, 12/1/2008
Reviewer: lucky
from Santa Barbara, CA
I have to say I have been there enough times to write a good honest review, much like the other reviews I agree that the service is getting worse now that the resturant is slowly becoming more corperate. Although it wasn't that special to begin with. This alone could ruin a evening. The food is decent for being a American resturant, they also offer decent. Asian dishes that I guess I would compare to panda express....the drinks on the other hand are ok they mix them well but really watch how much alcohol they put in them . The wine selection is ok the house wines are decent and are priced a few dollars less then the bottle is worth In a regular grocery store but I guess they have to make their money somewhere...
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Best place in Santa Barbara
Reviewer: Philip Payne
from Lompoc, CA
This the best restaurant in Santa Barbara area. The menu is stable, but magnificent. Prices are modest. Service is good, but so good there is always a crowd, almost too much for promptness. But the chef/owner had cooked across the world, and his creations are marvelous and memorable.
Because of popularity, place is a bit noisy.
When in Santa Barbara, all of us in the family eat here!
Philip Payne, Lompoc, California
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HIT AND MISS..TAKE YOUR CHANCES
Reviewer: Michael
from Santa Barbara, CA
I eat at this place a few times a year. I work near the restaraunt so it's convenient. This is definitely a hit or miss kind of place. Sometimes really over the top and sometimes way below par. If you first walk in and are seated in a less than desirable spot and can't flag a waiter...better to just get up and leave...it's a miss. If it's gonna be great, it'll be great from the start. It never starts bad and improves or vice versa. And it's always overpriced. But, knowing all that, give it a try.
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My first and probably my last visit to this place...
Reviewer: EMANUEL
from LOMPOC
Last night I went you with some friends that suggested going to this restaurant. I had never been there so it was new to me. Well to kick off our "lovely dinning experience" the host was kind of an ass. We had about 6 people and they sat us down in a little ass table that's good for 6 normal size people but there was hardly any room for us. We where sitting elbow to elbow, while there was a booth with plenty of space for all of us, but it wasn't clean. You would think they would clean that table and sit us there right? We had to ask them to clean it up so we sit in the booth. So the waiter came over after like 15 or so minutes and asked if we needed any drinks. A few of us got some drinks and water. We where ready to order the appetizers so instead of him writing it down (which would of looked a lot more professional to me at least) he was just standing there taking the few appetizer orders and having some quick answers to our questions like, "I got it!", "Ya!" or had some smart ass remark.
I work in the service industry and I've worked for tips for the last 6 years and believe me if I would answer a simple question with yeah!, NO!, I got it!!! I would not make any money on tips at all! Which is what this guy got. At least 5 out of the 6 in our group work in the same place I do working for tips. I don't know if the server was acting like that way to us because we look to be around his age or a few years older...big mistake! People who work for tips usually tip very, very well cause we know how it is to serve people and get rewarded for it. So needless to say he screwed himself out of a very good tip! I went in there with high hopes cause my friend talks so highly of this place and came out very disappointed. The sad thing is that we came all the way down from Lompoc. What a waist of gas! The food wasn't all to bad but I would not go back unless they make some changes with guest service.
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Everything is fine except.......
Reviewer: Elisabeth Puetz
from Santa Barbara
I was very disappointed when I came with my friends the other day and our favorite dish was off the menu. I used to come every week with 3 friends only for "Chicken Fire Pot". My niece from Germany even gave me a certificate for X-Mas. Because it is my favorite restaurant.
Maybe you can put it on the menu again. Otherwise I have to go
somewhere else. Chicken Fire pot is the best selection on your menu.
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What a great place to dine...
Reviewer: Jamie
from Ventura
I've eaten at the Elephant Bar in several locations & loved it every single time. The food is always good, fresh and priced fair. I think the atmosphere is pleasant & staff welcoming. I will continue to return!!
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Looks Nice, Tastes Ok.
Reviewer: Sean
from Santa Barbara, CA
Service was good, considering the number of tables the waiters handle. As for the food, I left unsatisfied. The food is presented well and looks pretty, but does not taste as nice as it looks. Cheap food presented with flair.
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Don't carry out...
Reviewer: Rob
from Santa Barbara, CA
I have been to this location several times... crowded during regular hours but usually worth the wait. Staff is mostly courteous, though I have had rude bartenders at their bar. Food is usually amazing; the menu looks complex but a lot of it is the same. One time I ordered food from here for carry out and when I got home it was lukewarm and did not seem to be of the same quality as what you get in the restaurant. Very pricey!
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Kind of a Pass
Reviewer: John
from Goleta
I thought the food was a pass (appetizers and then lunch) and paid $90.00 to leave still hungry. I believe their happy hour is half way decent, but I was bummed while htere.
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Great waiter, good food.
Reviewer: Foodie Dan
from Santa Barbara
My friends and I went to lunch and everyone enjoyed their food and drinks. Our waiter(Ariel) was a hoot and very efficient. The potato skins were great and the burgers were good. I have been here before and the food and service can be inconsistant. But this was a great lunch.
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it was great......
Reviewer: shameka dixon
from northridge, ca
the service there was cool, but none the least the denzel henderson is the best worker. the food was alright but i love the setting of the resurant.
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Not very nice!
Reviewer: Katie
from Goleta, CA
Firstly, my partner and I were seated in the area with two children's parties going on. When we sat down we greeted by a very unpleasant smell. After ordering and seeing other people complain about the smell, we asked to move to a different table, which was more pleasant. The food was poor, very bland and the plates weren't clean. Overall it just seemed rather dirty, the food was poor, the service was ok, but they obviously don't do a good job of cleaning.
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tulsa okla
Reviewer: SAM
from TULSA
I've never had to pay such a high price for a Margarita, little alone one that tasted like lemonade. To the servers standpoint that left a message. People that go out to eat should get good service that's what were paying for. Iam sure if they knew a head of time they were going to get cold food or not be able to get a drink refill they probley would rather stay at home. And if the server cant keep up maybe they are the one's in the wrong bussiness.
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Get the hors d'oeuvres and house wine
Reviewer: Sarah Blackmun
from Goleta Ca
A good place Monday-Friday for the low-priced hors d'oeuvres menu and the house wine for $4.25 a glass. We sit outside or in the bar, where the service is fine. The chicken with cashews in lettuce leaves is especialy good, as are the coconut shrimp skewers and steamed spring rolls. Skip the regular menu! Mojitos are good too, and reasonably priced.
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