On The Alley (OTA) is a more casual, sister-venue to Brophy Bros., Santa Barbara's wildly popular seafood restaurant. Serving fresh fish tacos, burgers and salads, On The Alley dishes up quick, quality lunch fare within the beautiful harbor. Included on the menu are a handful of Brophy Bros. classics like New England Clam Chowder and Fish & Chips.
Breakfast is also offered, including Smoothies and customizable Breakfast Bowls. Enjoy the generous portions and wallet-friendly prices. Order online for fast and easy pick-up. Savor it outside at our tables or take your food with you wherever you go!
Breakfast is also offered, including Smoothies and customizable Breakfast Bowls. Enjoy the generous portions and wallet-friendly prices. Order online for fast and easy pick-up. Savor it outside at our tables or take your food with you wherever you go!
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Reviews (25)
Deisy R.
Jan 23, 2022
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This place was delicious! I ordered a fish taco and a grilled shrimp taco, both which come with a side of chips. The beer battered fish taco tasted very fresh, not overwhelming in the slightest. The shrimp taco was very fresh as well and packed a little more flavor as it is topped with a mango pico de Gallo. The tacos come with a side of chips and tomato Pico de gallo. Delicious! There is seating right outside, but if you get the tacos to go, you can eat them closer to the harbor, which is what we did. The only downside is the price, each taco is $5.75, it looks like they used to be $4.50 as these
Anthony D.
Jan 18, 2022
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Long H.
Jan 16, 2022
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Heather M.
Jan 01, 2022
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Megan Johnston
Dec 22, 2021
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My boyfriend and I stopped here for lunch on the way to San Francisco. The service was fast, the food incredible (I ordered a Baja shrimp taco and it came with chips and pico de gallo. The chips and pico aren’t anything to write home about, but my god, the taco. I’m still salivating 18 hours later), and the views and environment better still! I’m definitely coming here next time I’m in Santa Barbara
Susan L.
Dec 18, 2021
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Decided to pick up a burrito after a long morning walk.
What I ordered:
- Chorizo breakfast burrito: I love a good breakfast burrito and this did not disappoint. What got me was the tater tots! I love a tater tot and they added a nice bit of texture to the burrito. Came with some pico de gallo on the side.
Pros:
- Open early! I wasn't expecting to get breakfast, but after my long walk I was happy to see this place open
- Located next to the SB Harbor/Marina area, there are lots of little shops and restaurants, but this was one of the few places open early morning.
- Staff was friendly
What I ordered:
- Chorizo breakfast burrito: I love a good breakfast burrito and this did not disappoint. What got me was the tater tots! I love a tater tot and they added a nice bit of texture to the burrito. Came with some pico de gallo on the side.
Pros:
- Open early! I wasn't expecting to get breakfast, but after my long walk I was happy to see this place open
- Located next to the SB Harbor/Marina area, there are lots of little shops and restaurants, but this was one of the few places open early morning.
- Staff was friendly
Crystal H.
Dec 01, 2021
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Constance L.
Nov 18, 2021
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Fish & chips are amazing, period. Detailed breakdown below:
**Service, 4/5** I come here probably once a month and it's a hit or miss how friendly the staff are. Most are awesome, but there are 1-2 people who act irritated when I order -- maybe they were just having a bad/busy day?
**Decor & cleanliness, 5/5** Limited decor but it's on the harbor which has a lovely view. The staff wears masks.
**Price & portion, 5/5** The prices are pretty reasonable and the portions always fill me up. Usually I can't even finish!
**Food, 4/5**
- Fish & chips (~$13), 5/5: Probably
**Service, 4/5** I come here probably once a month and it's a hit or miss how friendly the staff are. Most are awesome, but there are 1-2 people who act irritated when I order -- maybe they were just having a bad/busy day?
**Decor & cleanliness, 5/5** Limited decor but it's on the harbor which has a lovely view. The staff wears masks.
**Price & portion, 5/5** The prices are pretty reasonable and the portions always fill me up. Usually I can't even finish!
**Food, 4/5**
- Fish & chips (~$13), 5/5: Probably
Patty B.
Nov 15, 2021
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Got lucky with no long line this time. You go inside to order, wait outside & they being you your food, which was very tasty. Would have been nice to provide some spicy salsa, or even small containers of chunky salsa with the fish tacos. They had containers of ketchup to pick up, but not of salsa. But when they were asked, they gave us some chunky salsa. We were surprised to see they added tortilla chips with the taco, and potato chips with the wrap, which my husband raved about being so delicious. Outside seating was very limited.
Moe L.
Oct 24, 2021
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I am a black man who went to order food and I was completely ignored and was interrupted while trying to order. I also went to ask for extra lemons I was completely dismissed. This is my first experience of Santa Barbara and I will not recommend this restaurant to anyone with especially with those young employees. 0 star if I was able. Food unseasoned.
Niloofar S.
Oct 24, 2021
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The worst experience! I went to the restaurant tonight! The cashier was very rude and kept cutting me off while i was trying to order, then when i asked for more lemons from the other girl she rolled her eyes and gave me the worst attitude! I came home and the food made me even more disappointed! It was rushed and still not throughtly cooked! Will never come here again
Lori Andrew
Oct 02, 2021
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May be my favorite spot so far. The Baja fish taco was outstanding. Coupled with the tots and a cold beer. Sitting outside in the cool air overlooking the boats and mountains made this spot extra spectacular. Everything was hot and fresh even at 2 pm. They definitely make to order. Well done. The birds are probably the only downfall. Some spray water bottles might be a great addition to the tables.
Luke L.
Oct 02, 2021
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Justin L.
Sep 26, 2021
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Much love for On The Alley, the food is delicious and relatively inexpensive! I would come here all the time when I was a college student for a quick meal. From burgers to breakfast burritos to Brophy Bros. classics, this casual harbor eatery has everything everybody will enjoy. Some of the menu items I've tried:
Fish & Chips - Always served piping hot and fresh out of the fryer. The batter is light and airy, with just enough crunch every bite. Perfectly flakey fish as well.
Clam Chowder - No need to travel to New England, Seattle, or Pismo! OTA's rendition is super creamy and savory
Fish & Chips - Always served piping hot and fresh out of the fryer. The batter is light and airy, with just enough crunch every bite. Perfectly flakey fish as well.
Clam Chowder - No need to travel to New England, Seattle, or Pismo! OTA's rendition is super creamy and savory
Klaus Bello
Sep 23, 2021
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Zach Wedel
Sep 15, 2021
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Eric G.
Sep 10, 2021
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A great seafood meal without the formality of a sit-down restaurant.
On The Alley is something of a hidden gem. It's not visible from the road or really even from the main harbor walkway for that matter. It's surrounded by a handful of full-service restaurants with a price tag to match. Why pay extra when you can get the same quality of food right here?
This restaurant is small, and the seating is on a front patio. Order at the counter and wait for your name to be called. This place has a good selection of quick seafood favorites as well as other casual items like sandwiches. I&apos
On The Alley is something of a hidden gem. It's not visible from the road or really even from the main harbor walkway for that matter. It's surrounded by a handful of full-service restaurants with a price tag to match. Why pay extra when you can get the same quality of food right here?
This restaurant is small, and the seating is on a front patio. Order at the counter and wait for your name to be called. This place has a good selection of quick seafood favorites as well as other casual items like sandwiches. I&apos
Vivian P.
Aug 04, 2021
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This place is a good lunch option if you're by the beach. It's right on the pier and the food is good and v affordable. You order and seat yourself. My cousins and I shared the following :
Fish and chips - good but a little oily. Be sure the squeeze the lime
Fried chicken sandwich - it's okay. Would pass
Clam chowder - good and v comforting
Fried shrimp tacos - one of our favorites. An order comes w 2.
I would come back here if we're in the area.
Fish and chips - good but a little oily. Be sure the squeeze the lime
Fried chicken sandwich - it's okay. Would pass
Clam chowder - good and v comforting
Fried shrimp tacos - one of our favorites. An order comes w 2.
I would come back here if we're in the area.
Tracey P.
Aug 02, 2021
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Cristhy Galvez
Jun 18, 2021
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Layne D.
Mar 15, 2021
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We were exhausted and just needed something to eat. We ordered online for pick up since it seemed super easy. Upon arrival, everything was ready and packed up well for us.
We got chicken tenders and fries, plus a cup of clam chowder. It ended up being really really good! Chicken tenders can be pretty basic and blah but these were super tasty. The clam chowder was also delicious. The fries were just okay, but the rest made up for it.
Everything was packed up in cardboard boxes and traveled well for takeout. I'd recommend trying this place out!
We got chicken tenders and fries, plus a cup of clam chowder. It ended up being really really good! Chicken tenders can be pretty basic and blah but these were super tasty. The clam chowder was also delicious. The fries were just okay, but the rest made up for it.
Everything was packed up in cardboard boxes and traveled well for takeout. I'd recommend trying this place out!
Huiyuan Liu
Jan 21, 2021
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Aryo S.
Nov 16, 2020
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For a no fuss, straightforward, fresh delicious meal, On The Alley is a perfect stop. They're located at the harbor and are located near Brophy Bros.
It's first come first served and there's only a couple communal outdoor tables, so takeout and going elsewhere seems like good idea.
We stopped in for a quick bite and had a good experience here. The line wasn't too long for a weekend afternoon when we stopped in. Food came out nicely prepared and served in a timely manner.
Fish & Chips - These were great! Well cooked, golden brown, perfectly crispy with a good batter and
It's first come first served and there's only a couple communal outdoor tables, so takeout and going elsewhere seems like good idea.
We stopped in for a quick bite and had a good experience here. The line wasn't too long for a weekend afternoon when we stopped in. Food came out nicely prepared and served in a timely manner.
Fish & Chips - These were great! Well cooked, golden brown, perfectly crispy with a good batter and
Sharif Matar
Oct 31, 2020
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Nikhil Jadhav
Jun 23, 2019
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