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Jill's Place Shalhoob's Restaurant
632 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara
Phone: (805) 963-0378
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Reviews by the General Public
So disappointed, 8/10/2009
Reviewer: Steve
from Santa Barbara, CA
I had heard nothing but good things about Jill's, and I finally got around to trying it only to be utterly disappointed. The garlic bread was on sourdough, which kind of defeats the purpose as the flavor of the bread overpowered the garlic and butter. The salad was meager. The soup was gritty, but OK. Though, there was supposedly tri-tip in it, but that's a stretch as there were only a few microscopic dots of meat in there. I had the mixed grill. The steak was flavorless, the sausage was very dry and flavorless, and the chicken was mediocre at best. My partner had the sirloin, which was also bland. The peppercorn sauce was good, but the steak lacked flavor. And they had the gall to charge $4 for a soda, which is a bit high even for upscale places. Service was fine, though no host so getting a table took a few minutes. Won't be going back, not worth it.
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Love me Tender!, 3/31/2009
Reviewer: Kathy
from Sitka, Alaska
Ok...so, I ordered the ribeye, medium, and it was sooooo tender I wasn't sure if it was melting in my mouth or if I even needed to chew at all! What a great tasting piece of beef. I was wishing I had the chance try the other cuts of beef! My friend had the sirloin and ribs and totally enjoyed it. The salad, veggies, and smashed spuds were too much to finish after the two tasty appitizers we devoured. I was really impressed by the split pea soup...since I have NEVER like split pea soup! I decided to give it a shot...to my delightful surprise.
We both thought the atmosphere was lovely and we were waited on with kindness and smiles. Jill even popped over a few times...what a character she is:)
Fun beverages followed a wonderful meal!! Thanks again Jill...be back tomarrow night before we head back to Sitka.
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Awesome!, 3/27/2009
Reviewer: Kathy
from Sitka Alaska
Came all the way from Alaska to try this place! Went to lunch there yesterday and had the deluxe burger w/fries. It was perfect! I liked the fries with had a hint of garlic salt. The
burger had what looked like fresh lettuce, tomato. The bacon was nice and crispy! It was yummy! My friend had the special which was a reuban sandwich and pasta salad. She also enjoyed her meal...
and then shared a large cookie! Plan is to have dinner there tonight...looking forward to it! The gentleman that took our order was so very nice; As was the other gals working there. The prices were amazing for the quality and quantity of food. Thanks to Jill and her staff...well worth the trek from Sitka!
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Shocking, 2/25/2009
Reviewer: Danny
from Santa Barbara, CA
WOW, I was in the mood for a steak sandwich today for lunch, and couldn't think of a place to get one. Then I remembered that I had heard of Jill's Place having good food. Well wow is all I can say. I went today, and the place is kinda different for lunch. You order at the register and then kinda seat and help yourself it's one of those type of places. The people mainly seem like regulars so no one really cares. I had there steak sandwich is was perfectly cook and on really good sourdough bread. It was GREAT flavorful tender and juicy. It was the best steak sandwich I have had. I had it with fries which we just ok, I think they were homemade but they weren't anything special. I will back again and again and again. Next time I will trey one of their burgers which sound great or have the steak sandwich again but with a salad this time. I will also try again for dinner.!!!!!!!!
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Amazingly tender ribeye, good veggies, 1/30/2009
Reviewer: Nicole
from Santa Barbara, CA
Jill's Place has the most tender ribeye I've ever had. It's seasoned nicely, and had a great flavor. I ordered the medium well which is more medium. The waitress told us to order one "up" from what we'd really like since they tend to be more rare. She was right! The sides are ok, not the greatest but the veggies are pretty good! I would not order the mashed potatoes or spaghetti, stick with the baked potatoe if you can. The bread here is really great, nice small slices with a good cruch to them. My only rub with last night's dinner was that the lettuce in the salad looked a little old, not as fresh as I'd like.
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Hostess should be schooled on customer service, 1/5/2009
Reviewer: Sharon Remacle
from Santa Barbara, CA
I was really looking forward to eating here on New Year's Eve with my boyfriend. Both he and I called to verify the time the restaurant opened and to make sure we would be able get a table since we had no reservations. I was told that if we arrived between 5-5:30 we would be seated no problem. We showed up at 5:05 and were told sorry we can't seat you. Mind you not one single table was occupied. I explained how I had called and talked to her. She just would not seat us no matter how polite I was. Bottom line....I won't be taking my business here ever again. Too bad.
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Best steakhouse in SB, 12/2/2008
Reviewer: Nicole
from Santa Barbara, CA
This place is by far the best steakhouse in SB. The rib eye is amazing! The sides are delicious as well plus the bread is just wonderful. Sometimes the waitstaff is slow on the bread but its usually because they are constantly making fresh batches. The only complaint I have is not giving us enough bread in one turn, we usually get 2-3 baskets. The steak was a little undercooked (medium rare as opposed to medium) but still delicious. The sides are decent, nothing great, so the steak really is the star of the meal. The service is also very accomodating, it's a place great for a group of people to loudly watch the game or for a couple to quietly sit in the corner and enjoy a night out. Please visit Jill's if you haven't already!!!
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Good Food, New Server, and Cigarette Smoke in the air!?, 11/29/2008
Reviewer: Matt
from Santa Barbara, CA
Food was solid. Standard. Service was fine. Standard. But in the middle of our appetizers the smell of cigarette smoke started to permeate the air. Then it was totally overpowering as if someone was actually smoking in the restaurant! With a pregnant woman at the table, we were not thrilled with the smoke. I walked towards the back of the restaurant, passed the kitchen, and in the back hallway (in the actual restaurant) is a booth with a small trashcan/ashtray for smokers. Believe it or not, there now seems to be a tacit agreement with patrons and the owner that smoking will be permitted in the restaurant. This will make me think twice before I return.
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What a great find!, 11/22/2008
Reviewer: Eric David Greenspan
from Santa Barbara, CA
My wife took me to Jill's for the first time last night. I had no idea this place was so cool. We had a sirloin and the salmon. Both perfect. Service pretty good, in that family owned kinda way. The meals came with soup, salad, veggies and a potato. Amazing amount of food. Our bill was $42! What a bargain for such a great restaurant. Going back next week with friends!
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consistently delicious
Reviewer: Eric
from Montecito
Small place, kinda noisy but great food and friendly service. I'm going tonight and can't wait :-)
EMI
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great food great service!
Reviewer: Larry balducci
from Santa Barbara,CA
This is by far the best steak house in S.B. I eat there about three times a week great food great service! must try.
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One of my favorites
Reviewer: JG
from Santa Barbara
You got to try the rib-eye. It's my personal favorite from someone who does not typically eat red meat. With all the extras (salad, soup, and garlic bread) your dollar goes the extra mile here. Service has been hit and miss but i'm there for the food. Atmosphere is always friendly and great mix of bar folks and fine diners.
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Great Steakhouse
Reviewer: Lars Poulsen
from Santa Barbara, CA
My wife and I go here for special celebrations. Although she is a picky eater (celiac, mostly vegetarian) she has no trouble finding food to enjoy, and I think their beef is top-notch (which makes sense, since Jill's dad had a butcher shop at the same site, so she knows good meat!). The only problem is that it is becoming well-known, so you have to book well in advance.
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