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Mac's Fish & Chips Shop

503 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
(805) 897 1160
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Ranked #53 of 319 restaurants in Santa Barbara
Cuisines: English
Dining options: After-hours
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Singapore, Singapore
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4 restaurant reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

My family loves fish and chips and we made a trip specially to this restaurant because of the good review on TripAdvisor. Other than the pleasant service, we were extremely disappointed as the fish was very bland and oily. Seriously, we have eaten much better fish and chips else where and even in my own country. Honestly, I simply cannot... More

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Flagstaff, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

The batter on the fish was light and tasty. The chips were good but not a standout. I wish there was some green in the dish and not all fried. The cod was the best I've had. For an $11 meal at a semi fast food joint, I wanted more.

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Southern Ontario
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

We visited Mac’s on a one day cruise stop in Santa Barbara. The clam chowder was creamy and flavourful, while the fish was very fresh, white, flakey, and cooked perfectly. The fries on the other hand were just OK – a little greasy.

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Santa Barbara, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Big disappointment! Being locals we've walked past this place many times and finally decided to give it a try and ordered the fish & chips w/cole slaw. We've had good food from take away shops in GB and looked forward to a tasty meal. I have to admit that the fish was very fresh and nicely prepared but it was... More

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Scottsdale, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

I would have given Mac's Fish & Chips 5 stars if the Fish and Chips was as good as the Fried Chicken. My husband and I both thought the Fish was a bit bland. The portions were a great size for the price. I would definitely go back for the Chicken!

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Phoenix, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

My husband and I have to visit one Diner's Drive-ins and Dives location every time we hit a new city in the US. Okay...we don't have to, but we like to. So a recent trip to SB gave us a chance to check out Mac's. Let me say this...the fish and chips are decent. A little bland, but very fresh,... More

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Santa Barbara, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

I experienced an authentic British meal at Mac's Fish and Chip Shop. The Alaskan beer-battered cod was perfectly cooked. So were the fries. And served on newspaper just like in England! Instead of ordering cole slaw, I asked about the "mushy peas", and was told it was a favorite back home. "When in Rome...". A delicious first for me. Afterwards,... More

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San Jose, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Like many reviewers, I saw this shop featured on Diners Drive-Ins and Dives recently. I wanted to taste their Haggis. I got side tracked in my one night stay in Santa Barbara, so I didn't think I was going to have time to stop in. But, I had eaten a light early lunch and I happened to walk by the... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Quality fish, good fries, cup of clam chowder, and a pint of Amber Telegraph Ale make for an excellent and satisfying Lunch. Cheers!

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California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We decided to stop in here for lunch after seeing it was featured on Drive-ins,Diners and Dives. It's a little pricey,the batter on the fish was nice and light but the fish and fries was very greasy. We had a cup of the clam chowder which was great and very tasty. My son had the hand made chicken strips. It... More

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