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The Brown Pelican - CLOSED
Jeremy T. said: "4.5 stars rounded up. i disagree with some of the blatant attempts to put this restaurant under water. every restaurant is going to have an off business day or even week here and there when its starting out, but working out the…" read more »
12 reviews for The Brown Pelican
12 reviews in English
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Review from Nenette Y.
San Francisco, CA
5/28/2007
Brown Pelican is right on the water, so it is a beautiful spot for brunch and a mimosa... our breakfasts were very good, however the prices were definitely up there ($15 for their Pelican Benedict seemed somewhat high, but it was DELICIOUS). I am a sucker for eating outdoors, we just don't have enough options for that in SF!
Definitely recommended and would love to return with the girlfriends... -
Review from lemonjelly l.
Santa Barbara, CA
1/8/2008
The Brown Pelican is CLOSED, their last days of business were in November 2007.
It's my understanding that the owners made a bid to lease it again, but the owners of the Fishouse bid higher and now have control of the space.
Unknown when it'll re-open. I walked by the building on Christmas Eve and it was all boarded up.
They had great views, just look at the beautiful photo Jane K uploaded, and I thought the breakfasts were decent. Only a buck or so more than other places, and a seat just feet from the ocean.
Rumor has it the space will reopen as "The Boathouse" in spring 2008. -
Review from Catherine S.
Atlanta, GA
8/24/2006
I'm with the rest of the yelpers...this place is great!
I went for brunch and had the Triple Berry Special which was blueberries, rasberries, and blackberries on a Belgian waffle with whip. It was delish! The ambiance is really nice and relaxing. We were on the patio right by the ocean and it ws fun to watch a couple dogs chasing frisbees down into the surf. -
Review from Enrique G.
Los Angeles, CA
4/29/2008
I have to say out of all the restaurants I've been too, this has to be the most scenic one overall 'cause of its natural surroundings. Its unfortunate that they had to close this restaurant. The food wasn't great for an expensive price but the view was breath taking.
I am hoping who ever the new owners are they bring in better food. There is nothing in the world to watch a sun set over the ocean during a quiet evening eating dinner at this location...overall marvelous to look at. -
Review from Jen S.
San Jose, CA
6/28/2006
The Brown Pelican is in my top 5 restaurants of all time. Its location right on the beach and beauty are incomparable. I love that they have managed to make the restaurant really nice yet still kept that awesome SB beach atmosphere going on. I would imagine that is a pretty hard thing to pull off. It is right smack dab in the middle of the spectrum between dive beach shack crab stand type places and frou frou stuck up overpriced fancy pants places. It's just a nice, yet pretty laid-back spot. So kudos for pulling that off.
The food is amazing. Everything I have had there has been fabulous and don't even get me started on their mojitos. Service is usually great and you can sit inside gazing out over the ocean or on their heated patio ... gazing out over the ocean. Oh, and it's not even expensive! They could charge a lot more than they do. I just love The Brown Pelican and since I moved to the city I've really missed being able to go there. It will definitely be my first stop when I go back to SB to visit. -
Review from David D M.
San Francisco, CA
4/16/2007
Why would you want to come here? Because the restaurant is right on the beach. If it was any closer, you'd using your surfboard and/or calling the life guards for help.
The food is pretty much standard fair for a restaurant close to the beach. Here, it really is all about location, location, location. And if it is a windy day outside (hey, it happens), you can snugly sit at your table inside and watch.
Parking is awe full. No, not full of awe, but rather headache making. -
Review from Jane K.
6/7/2005 1 photo
This place is the ultimate beach restaurant. If you like to watch dolphins play in the water while eating fruit laden belgian waffles this is the place to go. Situated right on the beach, the Brown Pelican seems to attract the older retirees of Santa Barbara, young rich mommies, and the occasional tourist. Not a hot spot, but definitely a relaxing brunch place. Their smoked salmon plate looked mouth watering and they have a crabcake scramble that knocked my socks off.
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Review from Dee W.
11/10/2005 3 photos
This place has the best view ever - right on the beach and the food is delish! I once hosted a dinner banquet here for about 35 people and the wait staff was amazing - the service was excellent and working setting up the menu was so easy. From the calamari to their steak to their desserts - everything is fabulous.
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Review from Rebecca K.
New York, NY
8/6/2007
So on recommendation from my roommate I stopped at this little place on my way to my weekend in Santa Barbara. I was quite impressed by the location, which of course is what you're paying for since you are pretty much IN the water.
We sat outside since of course why would you sit inside. There weren't too many tables left so we got one right next to the entrance...not too bad. There was a family next to us but luckily they soon got up and left. Unluckily and even louder family of 7 sat down and were extremely annoying! It really put a damper on my lunch to the point where we kind of hurried to eat and get out of there.
Food...
We had the lobster cocktail appetizer which was really good (I love lobster). For lunch I wasn't too hungry and went with the crab cake appetizer. It only came with one cake though it was a really decent size...I was somewhat disappointed but found it quite filling and hardly was able to finish. It was actually a really really tasty crab cake. I've had the best of the best, from Maine and Maryland and I really must say it had a good amount of crab...not all bread like you usually find.
My BF had the clam chowder which was really tasty until he put Tabasco in it. He was hoping for breakfast but seeing as it was Saturday we had just missed the cut off and so he ordered a bacon sandwich. Not what I would have eaten at a place on the beach but it was good for what it was.
I probably wouldn't make it a point to go back here. The view was nice. But I could bring a sandwich to the beach and stay away from loud children any day and probably be happier. -
Review from Angela Y.
Fremont, CA
10/10/2007
The view from the Brown Pelican is unbeatable. The restaurant is right on the beach. It is an absolutely beautiful spot for an evening dining. It is breathtaking to watch the sunset from the patio area. The restaurant is located on a remote spot of Cliff Drive. There is no other shops/business near the restaurant, so it is quite and very romantic. You can take a stroll on the beach after the meal. They serve high end dining, so prepare to shell out $$$ when you dine here. Their food is above average, but not really memorable or special . They carry a wide variety of wine. If you are planning a romantic date, I would highly recommend this place. They have a private lot for their parking. It is a bit dangerous to pull into and out of the parking lot, because the restaurant is located on a bend in the road. There is no street lights on the road either.
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Review from Robbie Y.
Dallas, TX
7/20/2007
haha..placed closed..so read no further..
food is okay..i think you are paying for the location..and since it's the beach..you probably have to park in the way back ..which isn't that bad. it's a cute date brunch place. -
Review from Christopher L.
San Francisco, CA
12/28/2006
not bad. pricey for what it is. the view from inside isn't as good as you would expect.
