Farm-to-table plates with a Spanish-trained touch
Gala Restaurant serves seafood, small plates, and seasonal dishes on Anacapa Street in downtown Santa Barbara, open Thursday through Saturday evenings.
Open for dinner from 4 to 9 pm Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and 4 to 9 pm Tuesday and Wednesday. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Reviewers note that the kitchen puts the quality of ingredients ahead of flash, with simple preparations that let the produce and seafood show.
Located at 705 Anacapa St in downtown Santa Barbara, CA 93101, a short walk from the shops and waterfront.
Gala Restaurant sits on Anacapa Street in downtown Santa Barbara. The kitchen focuses on the quality of its ingredients, with a farm-to-table approach and a European influence. Guests have praised dishes such as the crudo, the croquettes, and the fried green tomatoes.
The chef trained in Spain and brings classical technique to a simple, ingredient-led menu. Reservations are recommended, and the dining room is open for dinner Thursday through Saturday from 4 to 9 pm, plus Friday evening.
Raw fish prepared with bright, fresh flavors, one of the most frequently praised starters.
Fish served with seasonal sides such as polenta, with flavor that reviewers highlight.
Shareable dishes including croquettes, octopus, calamari, and fried green tomatoes.
A selection of white and red wines to pair with dinner.
Cheesecake and orange cream caramel finish the meal.
“Crudo 10/10 the flavors were fantastic Croquettes 10/10 crunchy on the outside and melt in your mouth puffy on the inside Fish 9/10 flavor, went well with the polenta.”
“SB dining in elegant ease, farm to table simple pleasures, delightful colors and textures which surprise and nourish.”
“I have known the owners of Gala for over 30 years, and I can honestly say there is no one who works harder or cares more deeply about hospitality, food, and their customers.”
Gala Restaurant is at 705 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States. Use the map on this page for directions.
Gala Restaurant is open 4–9 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Closed on Monday, Sunday.
Yes, Gala Restaurant is open on Saturday, 4–9 pm.
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Gala Restaurant has a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 185 Google reviews.
Gala Restaurant lists: Crudo, Seafood entrées, Small plates, Wine by the glass, Dessert. See the full list above.
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