Dining in Santa Barbara, California

Alcazar Spanish 805-962-0337
1812 Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
A tapas bar, Alcazar is open Monday through Wednesday 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., until 11:00 p.m. on Thursdays and from 5:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. ... more info
Arigato Sushi Japanese 805-965-6074
1225 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Exceptional sushi is served at this Japanese restaurant with specialties including sea urchin and quail egg shooters, broiled karna, and spicy tuna hand rolls. more info map
Barcliff & Bair Delis & Sandwich Shops 805-965-5742
1112 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Not your average sandwich shop, this place features gourmet sandwiches and more. Highlights include California inspired breakfast items, grilled eggplant on sour dough... more info map
Bouchon Santa Barbara American 805-730-1160
9 West Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This restaurant features fresh fish, exotic meats, and poultry from many local places, including the Santa Barbara Channel and micro-ranches. more info map
Ca Dario Italian 805-884-9419
37 East Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Some of Santa Barbara's best Italian food can be found in this authentic, lively Italian restaurant which features magnificent pasta, meat, and fish dishes. more info map
Cantwell's Market & Deli Delis & Sandwich Shops 805-966-3902
1533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Cantwell's is a locally owned and operated establishment which consists of a well-stocked market that specializes in organic natural foods, supplements and health and... more info map
Chad's Regional Cuisine 805-568-1876
625 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
One of the best restaurants in Santa Barbara, this restaurant is situated in a beautifully restored Victorian house and it serves sophisticated regional American cuisine... more info map
Chase Grill American 805-965-4351
1012 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
A classic Santa Barbara eatery which features hearty American-Italian food with dishes including pork chops with eggs, chicken piccata, Philly cheese steak, seafood... more info map
Chuck's of Hawaii American 805-687-4417
3888 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
This is the home of California's first salad bar. It is also a Santa Barbara tradition for those looking for good steaks and grilled fish in an intimate, darkened... more info map
Cielito Taqueria Mexican & Southwestern 805-255-4488
1114 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This restaurant features a wonderful outside patio surrounding a fountain. It serves authentic Mexican cuisine and has a great selection of salsas. more info map
Citronelle French 805-963-4717
901 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
This restaurant serves spectacular French cuisine prepared by the former chef of President Mitterand of France. One such outstanding dish is the Porcupine Shrimp with... more info map
Cold Spring Tavern American 805-967-0066
5995 Stage Coach Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Enjoy a delicious meal in the Old West at this tavern where dusty stagecoaches would have stopped over one hundred years ago. This old establishment features stone... more info map
Derf's Cafe Cafes 805-687-5437
2000 de la Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
A Santa Barbara favorite, this cafe offers delicious hot and cold sandwiches, wonderful salads, some of the best burgers in town, and one of the best breakfast recipes... more info map
Downey's Contemporary 805-966-5006
1305 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
An award-winning restaurant which serves contemporary cuisine with a constantly changing menu of fine foods. Appetizers and entrees include Santa Barbara Mussels,... more info map
Dutch Garden Restaurant German 805-967-4911
4203 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Enjoy good German food and some of the best wurst in town at this German restaurant that has a terrace which is ideal for casual dining. more info map
El Pollo Loco Mexican & Southwestern 805-563-8099
2984 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
This restaurant serves a large variety of New Mex cuisine, including specialty burritos, tacos al carbon, handrolled taquitos, tostado salads, flame-broiled chicken, and... more info map
El Torito Restaurant Mexican & Southwestern 805-963-1968
29 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Real Mexican food at its finest is provided at this restaurant that serves an award-winning Sunday brunch from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The restaurant and cantina... more info map
Fresh Choice Restaurant American 805-965-6599
740 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
A full service buffet restaurant which offers fresh pastas, soups, pizza, baked items, and a large salad bar, all served in a casual atmosphere. more info map
James Joyce Irish Pubs 805-962-2688
513 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This traditional Irish bar and pub offers great pub style food, live music, darts, and pool tables in a friendly atmosphere. more info map
Kai Japanese 805-560-8777
738 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Santa Barbara's first shabu shabu bar where you can cook your own vegetables, sliced beef, or chicken in a traditional steaming pot. The restaurant also features... more info map
Kyoto Japanese 805-687-1252
3232 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Traditional Japanese cuisine and fresh sushi. more info map
Le Cafe Stella Cafes 805-569-7698
3302 McCaw Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Your place to eat, drink, enjoy coffee, relax, read, go online, have a glass of wine and meet friends at the bar. more info map
Mexican Fresh Taqueria Mexican & Southwestern 805-963-7492
315 Meigs Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
This is a great Mexican restaurant which serves authentic Mexican cuisine and a delicious salsa bar. One of the highlights of the menu is the roasted chicken tacos. more info map
Milk & Honey Tapas Spanish 805-275-4232
30 West Anapamu, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Milk & Honey is a tapas restaurant that features many specialty drinks. more info
Mimosa Restaurant French 805-682-2272
2200 De LaVina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
The chef at this restaurant creates a menu of traditional French country cuisine from his home region of Alsace. more info map
Ming Dynasty Chinese 805-968-1308
290-G Storke Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
One of the better Chinese restaurants in Santa Barbara, this restaurant features live fish dishes that are very authentic. more info map
Opal Restaurant and Bar Eclectic 805-966-9676
1325 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This lively restaurant serves eclectic Californian cuisine with international influences. Their wine list is award winning and they are known for their martinis. more info map
Paesano's Pizzeria Pizza 805-962-2065
1421 San Andres Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This family owned pizzeria features traditional New York style pizzas using dough that is made fresh daily plus salads and awesome Italian subs. more info map
Palazzio Italian 805-564-1985
1026 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
A family-style Italian restaurant which serves a variety of Italian dishes with large portions and exceptional service. They are open for lunch and dinner seven days a... more info map
Papagallo's Restaurant Italian 805-963-8374
731 De La Guerra Plaza, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Peruvian and Italian cuisine are served in this restaurant with dishes including cerviche made with fresh fish, and anticuchio of chicken and beef. Terrace dining is... more info map
Pierre Lafond Bistro Bistro 805-962-1455
516 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Pierre Lafond Bistro offers a large selection of pastas, salads, sandwiches, gourmet pizzas and more. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. more info map
Sandbar Mexican & Southwestern 805-966-1388
514 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
One of the best Mexican restaurants and happy hour drink specials in Santa Barbara, Sandbar has an open-air design that gives off a relaxing and fun atmosphere with... more info map
Santa Barbara Shellfish Company Seafood 805-966-6676
230 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
The Shellfish Company specializes in steamed crab, local lobster, and ridgeback shrimp. more info
Savoy Cafe & Deli Cafes 805-962-6611
24 West Figueroa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Butter-poached wild salmon, citrus French toast with fresh strawberries, gluten-free flapjacks and fresh berries, organic pancakes and fresh berries, eggs benedict, fair... more info
Stella Mare's Regional Cuisine 805-969-6705
50 Los Patos Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
An elegant restaurant which features sofas by the fireplace, Santa Barbara-style French Provincial decor, and live jazz on Wednesday nights. It serves fresh wine... more info map
Tupelo Junction Cafe American 805-899-3100
1212 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Bright, white, and airy with wooden floors and simple tables, this restaurant serves American food with a Southern influence. Specialties include potato chips with... more info map
William Bistro 805-966-7759
230 East Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This cozy French bistro offers excellent lunch and dinner selections, with entrees such as mouthwatering seared ahi tuna. more info map

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