What types of chicken do you serve?

We serve a variety of chicken dishes, including grilled, fried, and BBQ styles.

Do you offer vegetarian or gluten-free options?

Yes, we have a separate menu for vegetarian and gluten-free options, please ask your server for details.

Where are you located?

We are located at 2618 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara.

Do you offer take-out or delivery services?

Yes, we offer both take-out and delivery services through our website and third-party delivery partners.

Can I make a reservation for a large group?

Yes, please call us at least 24 hours in advance to make a reservation for a large group.

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Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch in Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch, the premier Chicken restaurant in Santa Barbara, CA, invites you to experience the ultimate comfort food destination. Located at 2618 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, our restaurant is dedicated to serving mouth-watering, farm-to-table chicken dishes that will leave you craving for more. At Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch, we take pride in our commitment to using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients to craft our signature chicken recipes. From classic favorites to innovative twists, our menu boasts a wide range of options to satisfy any palate. Whether you're in the mood for a juicy chicken sandwich, a flavorful chicken salad, or a hearty chicken bowl, we've got you covered. As a beloved restaurant in the heart of Santa Barbara, we're passionate about providing an exceptional dining experience that's both delicious and memorable. Join us for lunch or dinner and discover why Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch is the go-to spot for chicken lovers and foodies alike.

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Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch serves up mouth-watering, slow-smoked chicken with a variety of flavors and sides. Reviewers rave about the tender and juicy meat, generous portions, and friendly service. A few mention the high prices, but overall, it's a great spot for chicken lovers.

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TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

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Nicky Jurd -Local Guide

2 years ago

We enjoyed the food at Chicken Ranch. We got a half chicken and some tri-tip as well, with beans and rice. Especially if you’re just getting take out this is great. The reason for my 3 stars is that it’s a very meat heavy menu,...Read More

Brenda Mueck -Local Guide

a year ago

I love Tri-tip, but here the chicken is so good that it is a cointoss on which I would choose! Which is why I usually get the combo option.We recently discovered the burrito bowl! We go to the salsa bar and get Pico de Gallo,...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Rad Radster -Local Guide

4 years ago

Oh man, this place is just simply the bomb! Simple menu, simple food and simply awesome. Whenever I'm near this place I make a point to stop by.Both the chicken and tri tip are filled with flavor. Highly recommend this place if your in the...Read More

Bear Dog -Local Guide

3 years ago

Fast service. Cashier doesn’t wasn’t very friendly nor listens well. Tables outside as well as inside.The corn tortillas were flavorless. The rice wasn’t edible, same with the cole slaw. The chicken was tender but had some weird yellow hue and taste.Salsa bar should be more...Read More

Maria P -Local Guide

a year ago

Run (don't walk), because the chicken IS all that! And...go straight to the chicken, don't need anything else.Seriously...this restaurant has been recommended to me more than once, I'm so glad we came

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Jeff LaBarre -Local Guide

3 years ago

Good food, generous portions, pleasant service. The venue has an old time flavor with both indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is available on site. The menu is southwest with burritos and tacos served with food and includes barbeque beef as well as...Read More

Victor Gurel -Local Guide

a year ago

Paul -Local Guide

a month ago

Delicious Santa Barbara chain restaurant favorite for grilled chicken & tri-tip beef. Cash & credit cards accepted. Dine inside, outside, or take-out.The meat here is delicious. Very simple menu - either grilled chicken or grilled beef. Straight up or in a...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5

Shelly Hines

4 months ago

The Cashier was very rude. I was assisting a man order his food (he has an intellectual disability). She said, "oh are you ready now, then I can help you" after she ignored us a bit and we had gotten in the other line. As...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 5/5

parker schneider

5 months ago

The food we had was great. We ordered two tri-tip burritos and one chicken burrito they accidentally gave us two chicken and once we realized they asked us if we wanted a different burrito we declined the chicken was good lol but as we walked...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Pancho Villa -Local Guide

4 months ago

The best rotisserie chicken better than El Pollo loco. How ever the beans are better at El Pollo loco.The price is good and the food better than most.

Food: 4/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 4/5

Symon M -Local Guide

a year ago

This place is AMAZING. Great prices, large portions and fast friendly service....what's not to like? Chicken and Tri-Tip Beef Combo were excellent. There are a few local bars close by to start the evening. We sunk a few craft beers at bar across the...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

mike smith -Local Guide

9 months ago

Food is great their is just a heavy set cashier that seems a littleIndifferent to me. Her tone of voice is a little stand offish and body language and I observed her with other custermers right after me which she was super friendly and animated...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 4/5

Devin Wong -Local Guide

5 months ago

Legendary spot!! A cult classic for chicken and steak plates and burritos. Locals favorite.Vegetarian options: Not your best bet but you could get beans and riceParking: Their lot is usually accessible but can fill up during rush hourWheelchair accessibility: Single level so it’s accessible for...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Victor G. Dj Wizz Montes

a year ago

It's been a few times I've ordered 1/2 tri tip plate & have asked for Rare (red) if they don't understand but when it cost this much and u at least bring it back to show them it had char marks and over cooked didn't...Read More

Food: 2/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 3/5

Shelly Rudolf -Local Guide

3 years ago

Seriously worth the drive and stop. We were able to feed 2 adults and 4 kids for $35 with their trip tip family package. Very happy, and all my kids are happy with full tummies without breaking the bank. 100% hands down great food,...Read More

Huy Vu

2 years ago

Absolutely amazing spot! The food is aesthetically pleasing and delicious. The chicken are grilled just right; moist, tender, and seasoned well. Chips and guacamole: crispy & crunchy, and fresh. Salsa: uniquely spiced with green chili or jalapeños. Rice and beans are not my thing but...Read More

Davis Campbell -Local Guide

3 years ago

Don't usually post reviews but since I eat here so often I feel I should. Delicious food at an unbeatable price. Great little outdoor seating.Every so often they will mistake my name or miss a small detail on my order, but we are all human...Read More

Brent Fell -Local Guide

2 years ago

Found this place on a whim, one of the best random spots I've ever been too. Chicken Ranch is what El Pollo Loco wishes it could be. Salsas all on point, option to order made fresh guacamole,chicken is not burned to a crisp and...Read More

Jon Salontay -Local Guide

4 years ago

You know, I grew up in Santa Barbara and never came here until a few years ago. Options are simple enough and straightforward - which is a plus. The meat itself they offer - both chicken and Tri tip is of good flavor. Not sure...Read More

John Doe -Local Guide

a year ago

Believe all the raves you read here.Fresh, clean, delicious and all house made.Highly recommended.The mesquite-fired grill makes it all sublime.👍👍👍👍👍Parking: Has it's own lot.

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Ryan Dake -Local Guide

4 years ago

The food here is great, but always place your order online and never call it in. We eat here a lot and every phone order has always been messed up.Our last order also had some very weird choices in the way items were put together....Read More

John Denniston -Local Guide

4 years ago

I feel kinda useless posting this because pretty much everyone gets how great this place is. But here we are. First time visitor this evening, and even going middle to late afternoon the place was busy. I got the combo plate to try the chicken...Read More

Debbie Mortenson -Local Guide

a year ago

Great food and service. This is a very casual place. The chicken and beef were great, so was the guacamole. Reasonably priced.Parking: Limited parking in lot but there was street parking. One way lot.

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 3/5

Nik Smith -Local Guide

2 years ago

Delicious. It reminds me of El Pollo Loco, but much better. Had the family meal with combination tri tip and and chicken. The chicken was marinated and grilled to perfection. The tri tip was seasoned well and moist. Sides were beans, rice, and flour tortillas,...Read More

Dylan Taylor

2 years ago

I had a chicken burrito that was beyond dry. They constantly burn their food so much every day that everywhere in a 4 block radius reeks of carcinogenic burnt-chicken smoke. Every time I walk down De La Vina I can’t escape the smell. Literally pluming...Read More

Stacy Christopher -Local Guide

4 years ago

Always fresh and unique, mouth-watering flavor. The chicken and tri-tip cooked to perfection, with a perfectly balanced smoked and grilled flavor. Walking up to the front doors is heaven as aroma of the grill fills the neighborhood. In addition to the expected fare, one of...Read More

Stephen Taul

2 years ago

I come here all the time! The mesquite grilled tri-tip and chicken are incredible. The flavor is so amazing, the meat so tender and juicy, you never need any sauce to enhance it - it’s perfect as is. But if you want, the guac is...Read More

Josh Martinez -Local Guide

2 years ago

It is the best! Well that's what they say, but I'll tell you, it really pretty good (far from the best). Good TriTip and Chicken always cooked over mesquite. Issue with SBCR, I believe they cook their Tritip and possibly Chicken cut it, then...Read More

Michele Harris-Padron -Local Guide

7 months ago

Our local mesquite chicken and tri tip hangout, no frills just good foodParking: Easy at both locationsKid-friendliness: High chairs

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Renee Brand -Local Guide

5 years ago

Walking in, you are greeted with a wood interior. The staff is friendly. And you can see the chicken being cooked on the open grill in the kitchen.We ordered a combo plate and a combo burrito.Both the chicken and the tri-tip was moist and flavorful....Read More

Colin Lynch -Local Guide

3 years ago

Got the combo burrito on an afternoon in SB. First time trying this place, its quite the operation they got going on. I will go back here in a heart beat to try more of their menu items! The burrito mustve weighed...Read More

Jho Doe -Local Guide

3 years ago

I came yesterday night and today the 30th of July. Both times I requested the tri tip medium and got well done both times. What a waste of time just to get something you didn't want to eat. Unsatisfied customer. The lady put my order...Read More

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