
Local counter-serve BBQ chain offering mesquite-grilled chicken & tri-tip burritos & plates.
Hours
| Friday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2618 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Phone: (805) 569-1872
Website: http://www.sbchickenranch.com/
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Reviews
The photo i’m sharing, doesn’t do it justice. I took the photo after we were having our food.
Now back to SBCR , the tri-tip is well overdone. Not a spot of pink on any one piece of meat at all. On top of that it was extremely dry. The chicken on the other hand was a different story. It was cooked to perfection and juicy The side accompaniments were in a class all of their own. The Uncle Ben’s Rice with a teaspoon of tomato sauce and a diced jalapeño for flavor has met his match and needs to be either revised or literally canned. TRASH CANNED ‼️. I hope that they really, actually read these and take them to heart. Otherwise this is just a waste of time and honest feedback coming truthfully from both sides.
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Highly recommend this place for anyone craving tasty food and fast service!
I moved away and gosh thought about her like crazy.
Chicken Ranch is great for church potlucks, for picnics at the beach, or whatever strikes your fancy. Free parking. Two locations to serve you, one in Santa Barbara on De La Vina, and one in Goleta in near Ace (used to be Osh), in the Fairview Shopping Mall. Try it if you haven’t been there, they’re really good.
We recently discovered the burrito bowl! We go to the salsa bar and get Pico de Gallo, Original Salsa, Marinated Onions, and Limes…and add it all to the bowl.
It is a very large meal for 1 person, but we are both full if we share it! Our friend ate the whole thing by himself and was full 4 hours later!
Images below is what it looked like when we split it onto 2 plates. We also had Guacamole and added it to the plates.
I definitely recommend their Guacamole!
Also the burrito bowl comes with homemade tortilla chips! So good! Don’t forget the salsa/ guacamole to dip in!
For as long as I can remember, The Chicken Ranch has been serving up some of the most flavorful, mouthwatering chicken I’ve ever had. I still remember my godmother taking me here as a kid, and even back then, I was blown away by the bold, orange-colored chicken that packed a flavor punch like no other. To this day, it remains one of my all-time favorites, and yes I’ll admit I’m biased but only because it’s just that good.
A Chicken Lover’s Paradise
While the menu has plenty of great options, the chicken is the undeniable star. It’s tender, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to juicy, smoky perfection. Pair it with their full salsa bar and a solid selection of cervezas, and you’ve got a meal that hits all the right notes.
Speaking of salsas, I like to mix things up literally. I take their rice and beans, add some roasted salsa and fresh pico de gallo, and create my own little masterpiece: Pico De Arroz. It’s a simple mix, but it adds another layer of flavor that makes every bite even better.
Rustic, Cozy & Unapologetically Chicken-Themed
Walking into The Chicken Ranch, you immediately get barnyard cantina vibes. The rustic wood, the cozy, laid-back feel, and the adorable chicken tchotchkes scattered throughout the restaurant make it feel warm, welcoming, and just a little bit quirky in the best way possible.
A Must-Stop Every Time I’m in Santa Barbara
No trip to Santa Barbara is complete without stopping in for a plate of that legendary chicken. It’s one of those places that sticks with you through childhood memories and into adulthood because the food is just that good.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — Five stars for nostalgia, flavor, and the best chicken around.