Benchmark Eatery Menu
Benchmark Eatery is a New American bar and seafood spot located in Santa Barbara, CA. Offering delivery, takeout, and vegan options, this women-owned establishment caters to all diners. With a variety of vegetarian options and a full bar, Benchmark Eatery provides a casual, lively atmosphere perfect for groups or families. Customers rave about the delicious food and excellent staff, with dishes like pesto linguine, sandwiches, and crispy chickpeas receiving high praise. The outdoor seating, happy hour specials, and diverse menu choices make it a go-to spot for lunch or dinner. With improvements in menu offerings and service, Benchmark Eatery has become a staple for those seeking affordable and tasty American cuisine in a vibrant setting. Don't miss out on the blackened chicken wrap or the fish and chips - a true delight for the taste buds.
STARTERS
CHIPS, SALSA & GUACAMOLE
SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP
Served warm with tortilla chips
CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTS
Bacon, parmesan & honey drizzle
SWEET POTATO FRIES
W/ Sriracha aioli dipping sauce
ONION RINGS
House-made BBQ sauce, ranch
FRIED CALAMARI
Tartar & Cocktail sauce
COCONUT SHRIMP ()
Sweet Chili dipping sauce
HOT WINGS
House Buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing, celery sticks
BURGER SLIDERS ()
American cheese, caramelized onions, shredded lettuce, island dressing, brioche bun
CRISPY CHICKEN SLIDERS ()
Coleslaw, pickle, sriracha aioli, brioche bun
NACHOS
Black beans, poblano cream sauce, cheddar, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo Add Chicken, Beef or Carnitas +
POZOLE VERDE
Authentic Mexican stew topped with radish, cabbage & cilantro Carnitas + | Chicken + | Avocado +
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
SOUP & SALAD COMBO
Choice of pozole or chowder and a house salad
CLASSIC CAESAR
Romaine, house croutons, parmesan cheese Grilled Chicken + | Shrimp + | Salmon +
BBQ CHICKEN SALAD
Black beans, corn, avocado, cheddar, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, ranch dressing, tortilla strips, topped with BBQ sauce
BENCHMARK CHOP
Chicken, chopped salami, tomato, cucumber, garbanzo beans, parmesan, blue cheese crumbles, quinoa, lemon vinaigrette
POWER KALE SALAD
Avocado, roasted tomatoes, shredded carrots, quinoa, sunflower seeds, garbanzos, cucumber, goat cheese, lemon vinaigrette Grilled Chicken + | Shrimp + | Salmon +
SESAME SALMON SALAD
Seared salmon, chopped romaine, green cabbage, carrot, snow peas, crispy wonton, sliced almonds, sesame vinaigrette
STATE COBB
Chicken, bacon, hard-boiled egg, tomato, avocado, bleu cheese, crispy tortilla strips, garlic-parmesan
SOUPS & SALADS
SANDWICHES
ULTIMATE GRILLED CHEESE
Cheddar, mozzarella, tomato, avocado & caramelized onion on sliced sourdough Bacon + $.
B.L.A.T
Make is a club add grilled chicken + Crispy bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato, mayo grilled sourdough
BLACKENED CHICKEN WRAP
Cheddar, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, mayo
TUNA MELT
Solid white albacore, cheddar, tomato, grilled sourdough
GRILLED SALMON
Arugula, tomato, onion basil aioli, brioche bun
GRILLED CHICKEN PESTO
Arugula, melted mozzarella, tomato, pesto, baguette
CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN
Lettuce, tomato, pickles, Sriracha aioli, brioche bun
CLASSIC DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER
Two ⁄ pound patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, Thousand Island sauce
BENCHMARK BURGER
Bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheddar
RANCHERO BURGER
Onion ring, bacon, cheddar, house-BBQ sauce & side of ranch
GRANADA BURGER
Mozzarella cheese, crispy fried shallots, arugula, tomato jam & creamy horseradish
Beyond Meat Burger V
Savory meatless patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, garbanzo almond spread, wheat bun
BURGERS
ENTREES
LINGUINI PESTO
Creamy pesto, parmesan cheese Chicken + $ | Shrimp + $ | Salmon + $
BEER BATTERED FISH & CHIPS
Coleslaw, tartar & cocktail sauce
CHICKEN PICATTA
Lemon capers, parsley, butter sauce, house veggies, linguini
GRILLED SALMON FILLET
Poblano cream sauce, green rice, sautéed veggies
SIMPLE CHEESE
Tomato sauce, mozzarella + Pepperoni +
MARGHERITA
Tomato sauce, fresh basil, mozzarella, roma tomatoes, topped with olive oil
ARUGULA PESTO
Basil pesto, mozzarella, arugula, roasted tomato, fresh garlic
BBQ Chicken
Mozzarella, roasted chicken breast, red onions, cilantro, BBQ sauce
PORK POBLANO
Poblano cream sauce, mozzarella, red onion, red bell pepper, pasilla chiles, topped w/ cilantro, chimmichuri sauce, queso fresco
FLATBREADS
TACOS BURRITOS BOWLS
BEER BATTERED FISH OR SHRIMP (TRY IT GRILLED)
Avocado, shredded cabbage, queso fresco, pickled onions, salsa blanca - Tacos () $. () $. | Burritos Includes rice $. | Bowl $. Includes lettuce, tomato, rice, black beans Served with chips & salsa
BRAISED BEEF
Guacamole, tomatillo salsa, pico de gallo, queso fresco, cilantro - Tacos () $. () $. | Burritos Includes rice $. | Bowl $. Includes lettuce, tomato, rice, black beans Served with chips & salsa
CARNITAS
Braised pork, pickled onion, pico de gallo, queso fresco, cilantro - Tacos () $. () $. | Burritos Includes rice $. | Bowl $. Includes lettuce, tomato, rice, black beans Served with chips & salsa
GRILLED CHICKEN
Guacamole, tomatillo salsa, pico de gallo, queso fresco - Tacos () $. () $. | Burritos Includes rice $. | Bowl $. Includes lettuce, tomato, rice, black beans Served with chips & salsa
THE VEGGIE
Mixed veggies, diced sweet potato, black beans, pico de gallo, queso fresco, tomatillo salsa, guacamole - Tacos () $. () $. | Burritos Includes rice $. | Bowl $. Includes lettuce, tomato, rice, black beans Served with chips & salsa
BURGER / CHEESEBURGER
Served with fries and a drink
FISH & CHIPS
Served with fries and a drink
CORN DOG
Served with fries and a drink
GRILLED CHEESE
Served with fries and a drink
BUTTERED LINGUINI PASTA WITH PARMESAN
Pasta not served with fries
KIDS ( & Under)
DESSERT
CHURROS
House-made churros, dark chocolate dipping sauce
COOKIE DOUGH SUNDAE
Half-baked chocolate chip cookie, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, caramel & chocolate sauces Allow minutes
BARQ’S ROOT BEER FLOAT
DOUBLE SCOOP VANILLA ICE CREAM
Make it a sundae +.
BLOODY MARY
House Bloody Mary Mix, House Vodka
SANGRIA
Red wine sangria with a champagne floater
LA PALOMA
% agave blanco Tequila, salt, fresh lime, grapefruit soda
POMS UP
Vodka, POM pomegranate juice, fresh lime, simple syrup
RECHARGED (SPICY)
Vodka, apertivo, blood orange shrub, lemon, chili
TRADER VICS MAI TAI
House rum mix, Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao, orgeat, lime
BARREL AGED OLD FASHIONED
Barrel rested Benchmark Bourbon, demerara syrup, bitters
ESPRESSO MARTINI
Vodka, Cutler’s cold brew liqueur, kahlua, bailey’s
