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A photo of Bouchon - Santa Barbara restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5889)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 37 times today
Had a great meal. Server was super knowledgeable and very friendly.
A photo of Barbareño restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2280)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 20 times today
I’ve never been disappointed at Barbareno!!! It’s our favorite place to go we go to Santa Barbara.
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4.7
Exceptional(402)
$$$$
• Californian • Montecito
Booked 9 times today
It was fantastic, my girlfriend has celiac and must eat GF. She was amazed at all the options available since EVERYTHING made in the restaurant if GF friendly. I do not have to eat GF and I thoroughly enjoyed the meal. Dinner was so good, we had to go back for breakfast the next day. Unfortunately we didn’t discover this gem until our next to last day of vacation or we may have eaten at Lilac everyday!!
A photo of Opal Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2141)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 27 times today
Consistent quality food and service in a comfortable atmosphere!
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4.7
Exceptional(2711)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 87 times today
The fried chicken was impeccable. Super flavorful and juicy. The use of chicken thighs was smart. Served with grits and breadcrumbs and butter pickles. Great combo. The cornbread can’t be humanly described. But trust me it’s gooooood!
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4.7
Exceptional(969)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 44 times today
Wonderful time, everything was terrific! We sat outside and felt as though we were somewhere in Tuscany. Staff did a great job of making sure everyone was comfortable since I had my parents with us who are close to age 90. Everyone remarked how wonderful the food was, including the cocktails and appetizers that we ordered. Great time and would highly recommend.
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4.5
Awesome(421)
$$$$
• Californian • Montecito
Booked 9 times today
Excellent experience. The food is delicious. Staff were friendly and professional.
A photo of Black Sheep Restaurant + Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1038)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 16 times today
Wonderful food and service. They take pride in adding impeccable detail in everything they serve.
A photo of Monte's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(180)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 29 times today
Zoe was fantastic, very knowledgeable and professional. We had a great evening and delicious meal.
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4.7
Exceptional(1918)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 10 times today
One of my favorite places to be this time of year. Very quiet except for conversation and a groovy ambient music playlist, perfect for a solo dinner and monthly intention setting. Robert always greets me like a friend, and the servers are nice and attentive without being intrusive. Food is always great, and wine options are yummy+local. Can't go wrong.

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  • Elizabeth
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Zoe was fantastic, very knowledgeable and professional. We had a great evening and delicious meal.
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    Monte's$$$$• Californian• Santa Barbara
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    4.6
  • Jim
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    All the food and drinks were great. We were trying to decide between two meat dishes, and our waiter suggested the lamb pops and they were fabulous. 
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    Loquita$$$$• Spanish• Santa Barbara
    •
    4.7
  • Mitchell
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The fried chicken was impeccable. Super flavorful and juicy. The use of chicken thighs was smart. Served with grits and breadcrumbs and butter pickles. Great combo. The cornbread can’t be humanly described. But trust me it’s gooooood!
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    The Lark - Santa Barbara$$$$• Contemporary American• Santa Barbara
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    4.7
  • MarkGold
    Denver / Colorado •81 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    From the moment we were greeted until check presented. Service was perfect. Food is always great. Love this place. Will return. Again!
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    Toma Restaurant & Bar$$$$• Italian• Santa Barbara
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    4.8
  • tina
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Wonderful time, everything was terrific! We sat outside and felt as though we were somewhere in Tuscany. Staff did a great job of making sure everyone was comfortable since I had my parents with us who are close to age 90. Everyone remarked how wonderful the food was, including the cocktails and appetizers that we ordered. Great time and would highly recommend.
    More info
    Arnoldi's Cafe$$$$• Italian• Santa Barbara
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    4.7
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