Best Tapas in Santa Barbara

68 restaurant menus in Santa Barbara, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Tacos Pipeye
Tacos Pipeye
95/100 (435 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Nachos
Tacos
Burrito
Tapas
Tacos de Cabeza
Tacos
Salsa Bar
Al Pastor Quesadilla
Tortillas
Asada Taco
Juice
Rajas Tacos
Soft drink
Borrego Buche Chicharron Champinones Lengua
Costillas De Cerdo Con Salsa Verde
6 Tacos X 10 DLS N
Alambres Barbacoa
Sobá
Lamb Tacos
Sit down
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"The handmade tortillas, extensive list of protein options, and self-serve salsa bar with 4 different sauces draws a long line of locals to this..."
Christopher Chung
"Good food, good size burritos. Lamb burrito is new for me, never had them anywhere else. Clean dining area. The condiments were also..."
Healthy NewLook
"Good food, friendly people, homemade tortillas, great prices, and some unique menu items. I regret not stopping sooner. For a recent dinner we had a..."
Mark Y
"Best pastor I've had since moving up from..."
Sam Selfridge
"I'm Mexican and I've been here a couple of times. This taqueria definitely reminds me of Mexico. I think my favorite tacos are shrimp, pastor, and..."
Jimena Rico
"As I waited (very briefly) I was tempted to grab a beer and enjoy the ambience of the restaurant. As I spoke with the manager I was given a taco to..."
D T
"Best tacos of Santa Barbara, great salsas. Fish tacos, head tacos so delicious..."
Ensenada Pool
"Tacos are so good. I love the burritos there. I need to try the other items they have on the menu. Salsas are delicious. Staff is super kind! The man..."
Alexia Mendoza
Corazon Cocina
Corazon Cocina
94/100 (606 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Ceviche
Fish
Shrimp
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Tortillas
Octopus
Sit down
Latin
Mexican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
The Pan
The Pan
93/100 (94 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Tapas
Sit down
Dinner
"Awesome. Just awesome. The food is great. Pizza is delicious and worth the trip, but seriously consider the fried chicken with the coconut grits...."
Brian
"A must go!!!! the owner is dedicated to great customer service, excellent food, affordable prices, fun playlists, and modern feel. We had an amazing..."
Samantha Carr
"Patio has a very welcoming feel and the place overall has a relaxing atmosphere. Food is delicious and you can taste the fresh ingredients! Will..."
Monika V
"A relatively new spot but it’s one you’ll want to try to find to have a nice dinner. Great food and a relaxing atmosphere. the Middle Child is..."
daren green
"Love this restaurant - great food, great service, great portions and great drink choices! The fried chicken with coconut grits is amazing and very..."
Carmen M.
"Loved this restaurant! The fried chicken and coconut grits were surprisingly good! Also the seasonal potato pizza was delicious! The service was..."
Thomas Webber
"This place is great! Everything has been extremely tasty and farmer market fresh. Don't just go there for pizza either! Must haves right now are the..."
Lizza McGregor
"You can't go wrong with any of the dishes here! It's warm and inviting feel is just as refreshing as the food. Good for groups with shareable plates..."
Emmalia Sutherland
Pearl Social
Pearl Social
91/100 (4076 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
American
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Tapas
Ribs
Beef
Toasts
Confit
Pasta
Octopus
Salad
Hanger steak
Crab
Roast Chicken
Scallops
Pimento Cheese
Duck
Lamb
Oyster
moscow mule
Pesto
Risotto
Port Wine Nut Cheese Ball
Fish
Tuna
Ice-Spice
Pork
Salmon
pornstar martini
Sit down
American
Reservations
Gift Cards Available
Seating
Parking Available
Table Service
Full Bar
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wifi
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Valet Parking
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great place! Ambience is classy and vibrant. Waitress are very sweet and when they bring food on the table they provide details on our ordered meal...."
Priyanka lallu
"Pretty fancy place I went for valentines day. Was a great experience with some food I've never had. Personally everything was top notch and was a..."
Kyle Lowman
"This is one of those places that you go to because it is the best and you hear all about it.. We get there and it's really cool. The server is..."
Kevin Haggerty
"Very high class American restaurant! Things here are a little pricey but you will get a high quality meal. The chicken and Pappardelle were..."
Daniel A
"Dined here recently during our trip to Santa Barbara. Lark came very strongly recommended so we had sky high expectations. Lark has some pretty..."
Michael Weiss
"Good place for sharing food. The food itself is high quality and well cooked. Need to make reservation if you can. Black cod: 10/10. Tender and..."
John Z
"We came here for dinner and had a phenomenal culinary experience! We reserved a table outside on their spacious patio and once we sat down our sever..."
Matt Peppes
Goa Taco
Goa Taco
91/100 (224 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mexican
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Duck
Tapas
Tacos
"The paratha tacos here are divine, especially the spiced honey roasted squash! The paratha is flaky and buttery goodness and is a perfect complement..."
Sora Park
"This place was pretty good for a snacky style yumyum.  I had a tiny one, and the small ones are tiny and it was delicious.  I had tofu. My..."
Lisa Edelman
"Very nice customer service. I forgot my glasses and they were all too happy to read the whole menu to me. Oops :-) I've never had tofu but today I..."
Penny Thatcher
"Fusion taco place serving indian-inspired taco fillings in a paratha (corn tortilla option also available). The tacos were delicious. The veggie..."
Nisha Joglekar
"Food was delicious. I had the pork belly paratha taco, and it was a fantastic mix of flavors. Cashier was friendly and the food was quick. The..."
Jessica Goodheart
"My favorite place in Santa Barbara to eat. The ambiance is super fun. The attention to detail is amazing. And the food is incredible. I dream about..."
Maya Claire Bacon
"I love goa taco ! Their paratha tacos are just amazing - I love the paneer cheese one especially. Great selections of drinks (beers on tap,..."
Cait K. Breen
La Arcada Bistro
La Arcada Bistro
91/100 (107 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Irish
Gluten Free Options
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Tapas
Tacos
Pesto
Fish
Sit down
Irish
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Accepts Discover
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"One of the friendliest restaurants in town! Beautiful people, beautiful food and beautiful live music a couple nights per week. If you're visiting..."
Ryan Carberry
"The owner and staff are great This place had been here for seven years and I'm just now finding out about it. Eggs Benedict and my daughter's grilled..."
Noah Easter
"Honestly the best french dip I have ever eaten in my life. People with me got fish tacos and crab melt and everything was magnificent. I cannot..."
Presstpm Gabel
"Great food at reasonable prices. Owner, Willie Owens, holds a jam session on Sunday evenings, playing classic Irish tunes. And on Friday nights, he..."
Barbara Terry
"Very good food! Nice owner & location. Get the Santa Barbara omlet. French toast & ham & cheese were really..."
Brandon Wilcox
"Wonderful, warm owners. Magical atmosphere. Great food. Right on State Street. Had a wonderful evening there. Penny Kelly..."
Penny Collard
"Excellent food and wonderful owners. And great music too. A true family..."
Loretta Sayers
"Excellent service and food. Had the New York steak and pasta Alfredo, it was..."
Carter Nelson
Mesa Verde Restaurant
Mesa Verde Restaurant
91/100 (1660 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Healthy
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Sandwiches
Macro Bowl
Burger
Picadillo Empanadas
Baklava w Vanilla Ice Cream
Polenta
Impossible Burrito
Hummus
Grilled Flatbread with Hummus
Falafel
Umami Mushroom Burger
Juice & Smoothies
Picadillo Tacos
Squash Blossom Quesadilla
Cheesecakes
Falafel Wheatberry
BLT
Pasta
Imposst Burrito
Lasagne
Salad
Patatas Bravas
Risotto
Juice & Smoothies
Pesto
Jackfruit Tacos
Pulled Pork
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Huevos Rancheros
Cheesecake
Falafel Sandwich
Tapas
Veggie Burger
Tacos
Sit down
Contemporary
Healthy
Seating
Parking Available
Table Service
Highchairs Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"Thanks to Yelp we found this place. We are always looking for Vegan restaurants and this one did not disappoint. The staff was friendly, the..."
Liz Garcia-Caamano
"This place was absolutely delicious! A flavorful and presentable vegetarian restaurant that shows you what vegetarian can be without tofu! The..."
Autumn Huey
"Tasty and colorful cuisine. I loved the lime infused falafel sandwich. My husband had the Raja Tacos. Polenta fries very tasty. A little taste of..."
Karen Dean Keegan
"The (cashew) grilled cheese sandwich (omg!), falafel bowl, baklava with the best vanilla bean ice cream and pumpkin cheesecake were delicious! Was..."
Shelley Petlansky Watkins
"Absolutely incredible! Nothing I write can accurately relay how remarkable the food is, or how magical my experience was. The food is the most..."
Maxwell Kennedy
"One of the best food and drinks we’ve had since turning vegan over a year ago! Interesting ingredients, creative choices, perfectly cooked and..."
Paulina Pawlowska-Nunez
"Fabulous vegan desserts! The food was tasty, and superb. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. If you are into vegan dining, or wanting..."
Sabrina M.
"Food excellent!!!! Service is even more excellent!! Kenny was our EXTRAORDINARY amazing waiter. He went above and beyond in providing great..."
Ruby Patel
"Feel good food that satisfies you. I ordered the Mediterranean bowl, which came with the best salad mix I’ve ever tried. It’s so herbaceous and..."
Christine S
"Really loved the Mediterranean bowl and the Jupiter smoothie. It was enough to share for a lighter lunch. All the flavors went so well together, and..."
Marcella E.
"Pleasant outdoor dining ambiance. Great, attentive service. Amazing food (one of the best meals we've had in a while) and the best smoothies we've..."
Jenna Breiner
Loquita
Loquita
90/100 (903 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Latin
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Paella
Seafood Paella
Shrimp
Patatas Bravas
Croquettes
Chicken Croquettes
Pork
Salad
Tapas
Meatballs
Octopus
Chicken Wings
Sit down
Spanish
Mediterranean
Latin
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Went here for my wife's birthday. It was a great experience. The paella was worth the trip. It took time but it allowed us to enjoy our drinks, which..."
brett sickmiller
"Loquita is a Wonderful place to try great Spanish food! The small bites are delicious and innovative, and the paella is made great. Service and vibe..."
Yihao Chen
"Amazing food! The octopus was out of this world and the paella was delicious. I highly recommend one of their gin and tonics. I had one that was more..."
Julia Gutierrez
"All the foods are great! Got lucky without any wait on a Tuesday night. Recommend making reservations if you have plan to visit. Paella let me miss..."
Pei-Ching Sung
"We ordered several tapas and paella for our party of 4. They are one of the best we have had in US, on par with the quality we experienced in..."
J Kou
"Absolutely a must when visiting Santa Barbara! Best food in town. Truly fantastic flavors. My favorite spot but make a reservation well in advance...."
joe childs
"Trendy vibe, tasty food, and friendly staff. We shared a few small plates and liked all of them. Our favorites were the grilled squid and flatbread..."
Sou Montazeri
Mony's Mexican Food
Mony's Mexican Food
90/100 (1334 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Vegan Options
Latin
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Shrimp
Beef
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Burrito
Tortillas
Nachos
Fish
Sit down
Latin
Mexican
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"A little family operates spot with excellent service and excellent food! Absolutely delicious. So many delicious sauces to choose from. I am in love...."
Jennifer Medal
"The best tacos in town! This family-owned and operated hole in the wall has about 20 different tacos on the menu plus a few more dishes (try the..."
Tara Jones Haaf
"In town from LA, and believe me we've had the best Mexican food.... but this spot it's on point... nachos were bomb, tacos were delicious too... had..."
Tara Sorensen
"New favorite place for Mexican food in SB. Love the friendly hardworking staff serving the tables. That is a plus... but it's the salsa that had us..."
Teresa Velez
"Dope Ass Mexican food! The tacos are my favorite, everything on the menu is perfectio, salsa bar is best in town! I go at least once a..."
Adrienne Curran
"The best Mexican food I had. The staff is so friendly with excellent customer service. I will definitely go back to this place when Im in Sta..."
Sheilah Francia
"Great food.....great people!!! Was visiting Santa Barbara and was recommended to go here.......this is the real..."
Greg Nivens
"Absolutely loved this place! Friendly, clean and the salsa bar was wonderful. Tacos are so fresh and authentic. I would definitely recommend it to..."
Patti Rush
"I come for one thing, the best pastor tacos in the world!!!! The rajas taco is also a must..."
Brad Millard
"The Tripas Torta is one of the best things I have ever eaten. ..."
Sean Maloney
"New favorite Mexican restaurant! !! Delicious! ! Line out the..."
Sandy Wakefield
"Looks very clean!! It's worth it what you pay for the food . Staff is friendly. Would definitely visit again when visiting Santa..."
Araceli Martinez
"Fabulous Mexican food. Excellent salsas. We will definitely return. It is a..."
Judy Tews
"Found this right around the corner from area.51 and santa barbara winery. Definitely some of the best tacos ive ever had. Coming from someone who..."
Amador Estrada
"Best tacos ever! Great service fair prices. Gotta..."
Scott Lindsay Gobetz
"the best in town... IMO. Great Staff and Family Owned biz...."
Jeffrey Theimer
"Seriously the Best Veggie Tacos..."
Rebecca Spears
"Enjoyed walking around the Funk Zone when we saw this line outside of Mony's. Seemed legit as the line seemed to maintain throughout the day so we..."
Jeff Downing
"The best taco restaurant ever in Santa Barbara! The soft taco is great with every kind of meat and sauces! Dining area and the restroom are clean,..."
Wei Hsu
"We enjoyed shrimp burrito and carne Asada burrito. Huge portions and too much rice for me. There’s a plastic in my sauce but sauce itself was..."
Meg In The World
"So incredible! 😍 Definitely coming back here again ASAP. Makes coming all the way out here to Santa Barbara worth it. I highly recommend getting..."
Kendra
"Favorite fish and shrimp tacos in SB. Chips are always fresh. Unique and fun salsas. Plus the Mony’s crew are awesome..."
Caitlin Swalec
"The taste is Perfect! Food is amazing authentic Mexican food. The wait to order is long but so worth it. They work fast and organized. Price is..."
Ana Marquez
"The Tacos were amazing! Do not over think it! Line moves fast and the food comes out super..."
Kiran Panjwani
"Mony's is a no-brainer destination in Santa Barbara for street tacos and other Mexican street food. The pricing is fair (about $2.5 per taco) and the..."
Rahul Chandan
Alcazar Restaurant
Alcazar Restaurant
89/100 (195 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Spanish
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Sit down
Spanish
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"Fabulous food and atmosphere - good wine list also- the BEST patatas..."
Seana Jennings Millar
"We took our out of town family here for dinner on Friday night. Great food, great drinks and great service! Thanks team..."
Karen Dutton
"Came in a little later in the evening so we had our choice of seating. We had Cadillac margaritas, pork tacos, shrimp tacos, the arugula and beet..."
Miss Moy
"The restaurant was really nice. We were happy to see the decor and walked around to see all the different paper artwork. The food was very tasty,..."
Mohit Goenka
"Extraordinary cozy restaurant with deliciously unique dishes and cocktails. Fresh ingredients. Best cocktails and food I have had in a while. Very..."
Annabelle Brownell
"Food was great, but the servers we had the pleasure of meeting, Nicole and Devin, I believe (?) were absolutely fantastic. So personable, and..."
Jenn DeCarlo
"A tiny little spot on Santa Barbara’s Mesa which Is close to downtown and the harbor. The food is great and the drinks are..."
daren green
"Such a great place for dinner date with that special someone. Loved their food and drinks and what can you say about their staff. Nicole was a great..."
C Chavez
"Some of the best cocktails in Santa Barbara. I enjoyed the jalapeno infused tequila drink and I don't care for tequila. Sweet potato fries are the..."
Eric Kurth
Rose Cafe
Rose Cafe
89/100 (534 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Street Parking
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Oh! So that’s what green salsa is SUPPOSED to taste like. The just added it to the menu regularly this week:) super down to earth place, open..."
Chris Sandeman
"The place was perfect for unwinding while enjoying the food. Also the servers were ever present to provide whatever we liked from their café menu...."
Mindy Mckinney
"Absolutely delicious. I went for breakfast and ordered the New Mexico Enchilada. While I waited I enjoyed the house made chips and salsas. The fresh..."
Andrew
"Sooooo good. Excellent service, great coffee, outstanding..."
Sarah D
"Classic Mexican food. Very..."
Dan Reynolds
"Delicious coffee! My goodness I could drink a few cups and not care about the jitters after. They have a scrumptious avocado toast! Highly..."
Ms. Palomera
"Santa Barbara has only a few true diners and this is one of them. A classic family-run diner setup serving good Mexican food and lots of it. I don't..."
Nate Evans
"Food was amazing! It's no wonder they have been here for so long. It was affordable and my boyfriend and I shared a meal and still had too much for..."
Kayla Balogh
Lure Fish House
Lure Fish House
89/100 (788 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
Seafood
American
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Calamari
Halibut
Mussels
Fish
Tuna
Shellfish
Shrimp
Cioppino
Calamares
Ceviche
Cakes
Salmon
Pesto
Lobster
Crab Cake
Pasta
Chowder
Salad
Fish & Chips
Clam Chowder
Lobster Roll
Tapas
Crab
Fish Taco
Scallops
Tacos
Clams
Swordfish
Oyster
Sit down
American
Seafood
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Table Service
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Discover
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We just had lunch here and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The setting is very relaxing and clean. The staff were very pleasant and sincere. I had the..."
Timothy “Answer Man” Fore
"What a spectacular experience! Loved everything about this place. My boy was having a tantrum and wanted strawberry jam and the manager of the..."
Stephen Lee
"Good restaurant by the shopping center. Big portion sizes that left us very full. The food was all decent with a lot of fresh seafood. Most entrees..."
Eugene Lee
"My colleague's and I just landed in Santa Barbara for our first conference in two years. To celebrate our arrival in the post covid world we decided..."
Evan H
"Great restaurant with a decent selection of wine by the glass. Very nice atmosphere, ki d staff, quick service. Very high food quality especially the..."
Szonja Balogh
"Great service, friendly staff. All our dishes, especially the oysters were super fresh. We'll come back again next time in SB..."
Mei Chi Siu
"Great seafood selection. Selection of oysters are great. Fried shrimp are perfect for people who don’t like fish but will eat shrimp. TVs at the..."
Alan Pottkotter
"This is our "must stop" restaurant for any trip north of Santa Barbara! Yes, including more inland communities! We have never been less than excited..."
Black Avenger
The Good Lion
The Good Lion
88/100 (575 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Bar
Drinks
Tapas
Sit down
Bar
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Mid-range
"This is the first place I ever had a real craft cocktail it was three years ago I’ve been to many other places since then and it is still one of..."
Lee Warren
"Really super Cocktails, which are worth their money! Cool Lokation with Charme and great atmosphere! Highly recommended! Wirklich super Cocktails..."
Robin Jung
"My first time to come down from Solvang to this place. Met friends who go often. Great little setting, drinks and Jazz! Idiomatiques (?). ..."
Pamela Libera
"Amazing service, talented bartenders, friendly staff, excellent tapas, inviting atmosphere and superbly tasty drinks and great craft beer options. ..."
Jason N Luz Leslie
"One of the best cocktail bars I've ever experienced. From the moment you walk in the doors, you realize that there is something special to this..."
Jesse Smith
"So Far, So Good! At the Soft opening of The Good Lion and loving it! Great new take on the old Marquee space. It's much more open and who can do..."
Ken Rife
"My husband loved the old fashioned and my virgin mojito (for the pregnant lady) was..."
Brooke Kylie Lambert
"Great drinks, appetizers and awesome music! Fun..."
Gina Marie
"Super friendly and very knowledgeable staff. Reminded me of Stagger Lee Cocktail Bar in Berlin. An absolute..."
Jon Raundalen
"Great spot and Kyle and Matt made us feel like family and created the best craft cocktails we've ever..."
Paul Dergarabedian
"very cozy little place! the drinks are amazing!!! esp like the whiskey sour, mixed with egg..."
Namron Nagn
"What a great place to have a drink after dinner. The bartenders were all very friendly and took the time to talk to us and explain how they made our..."
Leslie Taylor-Kazarian
"Hand crafted cocktails mage by tenders who know what they are doing. Wish I could stay..."
Sean Kelly
"This is my new favorite bar... 5 Stars for sure!!! I had the good fortune of photographing a wedding yesterday in Santa Barbara... during which, the..."
Andrew Skelton
"Excellent bar with a huge variety of cocktails and drinks. Barkeeper are real experts....👍☺️ And prices are really fair. Highly..."
Thomas Fiedler
"The Good Lion is the cocktail bar in Santa Barbara. While the parent hospitality company had a few bars in the area, this by far the one to set the..."
sarah lippert
"Best cocktail bar in town! I love the Full of parrots and the Spring spritz. They are only two bartenders, so come with an open heart and go to the..."
Nayara Leite
"Craft cocktails, friendly staff, great themed space and plenty of outdoor seating in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara right next to the iconic..."
Andrew
"Great staff and location on State Street. They make a ton of cocktail ingredients in house. It was the best Negroni I've ever..."
Claire Patterson
"Hands down best cocktails in Santa Barbara, dare I say America, although I have yet to drink all the cocktails in America. This place serves magic in..."
jj barrows
"Great seasonal craft cocktails! The bartenders are very knowledable and very friendly here. They have a huge classic cocktail menu and have a..."
Misty Orman
"Every drink is just..."
Sikun
"Mellow spot for very well made..."
chris campbell
Benchmark Eatery
Benchmark Eatery
88/100 (1100 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Fusion
Bar
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Fusion
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Brunch
Dinner
Fried Chickpeas
Onion rings
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Crispy chicken
Fish & Chips
Sandwiches
Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Churros
Tapas
Burger
Power Kale Salad
Fried calamari
Fish Taco
Benchmark Burger
Tacos
Pozole Verde Soup
Fish & chips
Sliders
Chick Peas
Chicken Sandwich
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Pasta
Cookie Dough Sundae
Pesto
Salad
Hazy Ipa
Fish
Wings
Vegetarian Taco
Pork
Clam Chowder
Hamburger
Seafood pasta
Tuna Melt
Fish Taco
Sangria
Tuna
Sit down
Bar
Fusion
American
Takeout
Television
Live Music
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Breakfast
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"I had the best meal at this restaurant with my sisters. I'm a vegan and I thought I'm not going to find anything healthy. I had the pazole without..."
Tracy Rij- Favela
"The best food and service. We ate here twice...once for brunch and then dinner. Both times the food and service was..."
Patricia Addis
"The Benchmark was a hit for our Dinner Double Date before our Symphony show across the street at the Granada. La Paloma tequila/squirt � mussel's..."
Helena Helman
"What a great find for us thanks to the referral from the gals at Dr. Van Deventer's office! We had a fabulous lunch! The choices are great, the food..."
Deb Ann Phelan
"This was my first time ever eating here. The salmon I ordered was cooked to perfection..the best salmon I have ever had in my life..the zuchinni was..."
Laura Flores
"The Brussels sprout starter and the great wine selection make it a must..."
Sue Shannon
"Great patio and happy hour. Cookie dough caramel sundae is so..."
Abbey Fragosa
"Friendly staff and a Cobb salad so good, I have it up to two times a..."
Bob Wesley
"Best food ,great drinks and excellent custmer..."
Lahoucine Acheoual
"Loved the quality and selection of food here, the servers are super friendly and the atmosphere is fun and lively PLUS they have great live music..."
David Segall
"Benchmark Eatery was great! I loved the ambiance - decor, music and staff. They have a walk up counter to order your food then they will bring it to..."
Janice Cox
"We stopped by for dinner eats after the museum. It’s right across the street. I enjoyed the Benchmark chopped salad and a tasty Sangria. My wife..."
Tom Spadoro
"We stopped here for a late lunch on a Monday. It was not crowded and they have a fully covered outdoor patio with heaters that is dog friendly. You..."
Vivian Anne
"The food was so good, fancy and super friendly staff. We got two salads - the cobb one and the kae one. They came in looking so nice and tasting even..."
Andreas “Aris” Aristidou
"Brilliant spot Cool music (Johnny Cash is here sometime)) Good price Nice 😍 staff Heater is on Thanks..."
Egor Sorokin
"The fried calamari was really crispy and comes with both a chunky tartar sauce and cocktail sauce. The double cheeseburger had 2 good sized patties..."
Leonora Mia Caparas
"Great location. Food was average for the price. Staff did a good job with walkup counter service and keeping dining area..."
David Peszek
East Beach Tacos
East Beach Tacos
88/100 (578 ratings)
Quick Bites
Mexican
Fast food
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Tortillas
Ceviche
Fish & chips
Fish
Shrimp
Pork
Beef
Tuna
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Cod
Café
Mexican
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"These Tacos � are super delicious. My family and I really enjoyed this place . I would definitely go back . The Ahi tuna Beach Ball and the crunchy..."
Jackie Acevedo
"Best hole n wall place for the best tacos. It's a..."
Jeff Bernal
"This place is awesome!! Fresh, fast and the taste is amazing. Just found a new spot in the..."
Jason Hale
"Wow... best tacos I’ve ever had. Everything is so fresh and..."
Kyle Hall
"We aren’t from anywhere near Santa Barbara but we pass through there at least 1x a year and it is always one of our favorite stops!! Such good..."
Ashley Brown
"Ahi poke tacos are bomb! Grilled fish and shrimp tacos also very..."
Gee Garcia
"Pretty much the best thing ever. Between myself and my other have we tried almost ever taco and you can't go wrong with any of them. Ahi poki was..."
Kurtis Girard
"I eat lots of fish tacos and these are the best I’ve had..."
Damian W Solomon
"They don’t make tacos like this in Iowa! Must get the ahi poke..."
Logan Hanrahan
"This is not your typical taco stand. The triple play is the best if you want to try different tacos. Gangnam Style is one of my favorites. The..."
Marilynn Gray
"Some of the most creative and delicious tacos I have ever eaten. Must..."
Joe Parker
"Consistently delicious ! Love love love their salsa, ahi tacos � , chicken tacos � & my husband loves the carne asada & batter up. Short lines if..."
Maya Halverson Baldwin
"This is my last meal on death row. You think I'm kidding...I'm not. I have been to 14 countries as of now, so trust when I say I've had some amazing..."
Abbey Giuffrida
"Best taco's in Santa Barbara, fast, friendly and always high quality. They also have Excellent fish and chips. Spicy shrimp and grilled fish tacos..."
Gus Tiwana
"No frills tacos and batting cages attached to the shop! Great for families but limited seating. What I’d come back for: ahi tacos (I bought a..."
Makaelah Adajar-Zacarias
"Tacos are my favorite food and I have never gone wrong at East Beach Tacos. If you’re a college student on a budget, this is the place for you. You..."
Ciboney Hellenbrand
"Amazing food and nice patio to come with kiddos. Food was delicious. Come early for lunch as it is very full of customers at 12 pm. Parking is small..."
Lils R
"Great tacos and great prices. I ordered the Triple Play (three Classic tacos) and the taquitos. I especially liked the gangnam style taco. Fresh..."
Jeff Sheehan
"Some great tacos. The ahi poke tuna taco absolutely slapped. Would come here again to try the other tacos and dishes. It’s right by the beach and..."
Noah Nims
"Delicious tacos. Excellent chips, salsa, and guacamole. You can’t beat $9 for 3 tacos. Must have when visiting Santa..."
Joey Trautner
The Black Sheep
The Black Sheep
87/100 (1568 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Wine Bar
Gastropub
Diner
Cafe
French
Gastropub
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Fish
Tapas
Crostino
Tacos
Noodle
Wild boar
Ribs
Shrimp
Prawns
Beef
Nachos
Dumplings
Duck Confit
Salad
Crostini
Scallops
Croquettes
Duck
Ramen
Risotto
Beef Cheeks
Tuna
Lamb
Salmon
Bruschette
Café
Diner
Wine Bar
Café
Gastropub
French
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Accepts Discover
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Dinner
Drinks
Late Night
Mid-range
"Fantastic dinner! Started with a bone marrow brushcetta then onto wagu beef. My husband had the fish special, that was disappointing. The hard rice..."
Bren Walker
"First, let me give credit to my husband for finding this gem... We eat out a lot, consider ourselves foodies, and I will drive the 5 hours to return..."
Erika Watson
"Ruben is our server. He is very friendly and professional. The restaurant serves our food promptly. Fried cauliflower is the..."
AJ H
"What an am experience!!! We were fortunate enough to do the tasting menu and everything was above anything I expected!! The skate wing, the bone..."
August Lubinski
"I came all the way from Australia and can I just say for once I have no words but I’ll try. The service was amazing I was blown away. Don’t get..."
Catalina Quintero
"This place offers the chefs unique take on dishes, and you are dining the techniques and the chefs palette of flavors than your usual sense of..."
Cody Kwok
Los Agaves
Los Agaves
87/100 (384 ratings)
Quick Bites
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Nachos
Shrimp
Beef
Side of Tortillas
Fish
Side House Salad
Fajitas del Mar
Tampiqueña
Taquitos Dorados
Chile Verde Burrito
Salad
Enchiladas de Mole Poblano
Avocado Salsa
Steak Poblano
Virgin Margarita
Molcajetes
Nachos with Beef and Chicken
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Halibut
Burrito
Tortillas
Fajitas
Latin
Mexican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"This place is lovely. They offer a lot of different dishes. I ordered the enchiladas w octopus & shrimp. The best enchiladas I've had! Extremely good..."
naylea hernandez
"Delicious food as always. I enjoyed the chicken fajita burrito while the rest of my party had enchiladas and tacos. Always enjoy the different types..."
Joey Trautner
"Really good Mexican restaurant.The restaurant is clean, good service. We ordered enchiladas, tacos and burritos and they were all good. Lots of..."
Steve Vu
"Tasty food. Tried the shrimp calamari tamales and seafood tropical dish. Great flavors and fresh food. Minus a star because of the strong odor of..."
Rachel Egyed
"Super good. You walk up to order and then sit. Patio was awesome. Chips are delivered ASAP, and then hit the salsa bar. Flavorful food, generous..."
Justin Nevling
"Great food, and wonderful service. This is a low-key place where you order at the counter and take a number back to your table, but they still have..."
Kimberly
"The parking is the trickiest part of this establishment. Which is a good and bad thing as it clearly shows it's an in demand spot. The prices are a..."
Kris R (krofer)
"This place is one of our favorites, the food is always good, excellent service and decent prices, I took my wife for dinner a few days ago and we had..."
Raul M Rodriguez
La Super-rica Taqueria
La Super-rica Taqueria
87/100 (1622 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Chili
Tapas
Tacos
Tortillas
Queso
Pork
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Cheap Eats
On The Alley
On The Alley
87/100 (1052 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
Seafood
Seafood
American
Fast Food
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Burger
Burrito
Breakfast Burrito
Fish & chips
Fish
Shrimp
Pork
Salad
Clam Chowder
Calamari
Calamares
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Sit down
Seafood
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Good quality food at a reasonable price! Our number 1 to go place for the clam chowder soup bread bowl, fish n chips is also delicious at this place...."
Sevda Pouraghaie
"May be my favorite spot so far. The Baja fish taco was outstanding. Coupled with the tots and a cold beer. Sitting outside in the cool air..."
Lori Andrew
"Great fish and chips, super fresh and tasty. Delicious burrito as well. Overall a great experience. A hole in the wall fun place with outside..."
Klaus Bello
"My boyfriend and I stopped here for lunch on the way to San Francisco. The service was fast, the food incredible (I ordered a Baja shrimp taco and it..."
Megan Johnston
"Great place. Only went there one time, but I feel like we stumbled upon a really great local spot. The clam chowder was fantastic, and the service..."
Mr. Grant
"On The Alley has my favorite fish tacos in town - right by the marina/beach area - dank!..."
V O
"Amazing breakfast burger and morning walk! Good way to start a day in Santa..."
Simon
"This wonderful restaurant never misses a beat when it comes to service and quality. Only one time in hundreds of times eating here have I ever..."
Alex Starchild
Finney's
Finney's
87/100 (1618 ratings)
Restaurants
Brew Pub
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Pub
American
American
Brew Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Tacos
Jalapeno Egg Burger
Onion Ring Tower
Nachos
Sandwiches
Sausage & Garlic Pizza
Buffalo Cauliflower
Waffles
Burger
Mushroom & Truffle Pizza
Fish Tacos
Chicken Sandwich
Guava Margarita
Hamburger
Fish
Mini Lobster Rolls
Salads
Shrimp
Chicken and Waffles
Carnitas Nachos
Crispy Coconut Shrimp
Bavarian Pretzel
Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza
Salad
Crispy Brussels
Wings
Yuzu Hot Wings
Jalapeño Egg Burger with Truffle Fries
Blackened Ahi Sandwich
Lobster Roll
Special G-Town Grapefruit IPA
Tapas
American
Bar
Pub
Brew Pub
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Seriously one of the best places to eat in Santa Barabara! Visiting for Memorial weekend and hands down we made the right choice by picking this..."
Yvonne George DFW Realtor
"First time eating here and it was great! Friendly waitress who kept up with the table and food. I decided to get the King Salmon sandwich, and..."
Bilal Saadat
"Delicious years ago and still good today! But… the burger seemed like a typical restaurant burger. When I came about three years ago they had a big..."
Kendra
"BEST food and cocktails in SB hands down! The service is fantastic, quick to notice an empty glass and the manager Colin is on it working that crew..."
Shauna Gustuson
"This place was hopping throughout our stay on lower State so we decided to pop in to enjoy. Great vibe and good selection of both food and drinks. ..."
Jeff Downing
"My wife and I stopped by to have some drinks and food. They had a great variety of craft beers as well as cocktails. The food on the menu looked so..."
Marco Guerrero
"Had a great time here, very chill vibe with a fun wait staff. We cane for happy hour, so the drinks were a great price and the food was super..."
Shaun Smith
"A very good place to stop in for happy hour bites and brews. The beer is decently priced, a great beer selection, and pretty good apps. Good location..."
Ricardo Ramirez
Milk & Honey
Milk & Honey
87/100 (1444 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Spanish
Bar
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Shrimp
Salad
Tapas
Prawns
Prosciutto
Patatas Bravas
Lamb
Sit down
Bar
Spanish
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Nice atmosphere, great service, and absolutely outstandingly delicious food. The dishes flavor's were unique and individual yet all paired together..."
Geoffrey Barber
"We are huge food geeks and we're lucky enough to book res months in advance. Each dish was well thought out and constructed in perfect bites and..."
Stew Hartman-Mart
"Had the bacon wrapped dates, Brussels sprouts, tacos, and flautas. All were delicious and perfect sizes so you get a variety of tastes. Great staff..."
Jody Notrica Benon
"Excellent food and service with a really great atmosphere! I recommend trying the lamb tapas! Best lamb I've had since I lived in..."
Steve Ford
"so yum! healthy portions and a helpful, accommodating staff. would definitely recommend to friends and family! thank you, milk &..."
Molly Swain
"Great atmosphere, the food was served quickly and tasted so good. We ordered the beet salad, tiger prawns, and mushrooms and they were all..."
Kristin Scala
"Absolutely INCREDIBLE food. This is not something I say lightly. The filet medallions are melt-in-your mouth. Our group just kept ordering more..."
Marlis Krieger Sandwith
"Wide variety of interesting and delicious foods on the menu. The drinks were also..."
Kevin Marshall
"Creative and tasty! Will be back to explore more of the extensive..."
Darrell Carver
"Great menu, staff is friendly and knows my order when I come in :) Betty Boop cartoons and Pandora station is always a plus too. Fun place to take..."
Darla Bea
"Great little tasty bites and great prices?..."
Carol Frazzano-bailey
"Coffee.A+ ,huevos rancheros.w/green salsa.A+ Service .A+..I recommend ..."
Iris Roca
"Great Food and..."
Thom Chapman
Sama Sama Kitchen
Sama Sama Kitchen
87/100 (956 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Octopus
Fish
Fried rice
Pork
Noodle
Salad
Wings
Duck
Tapas
Tacos
Ribs
Sit down
Asian
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Wonderful food and service! I highly recommend the Branzino, chicken wings, Brussels sprouts...anything on the menu actually. Great craft cocktails..."
Percy Sales
"Wow that was my first time there and the food was so delicious and never had duck before and I had the duck salad and it was awesome I'll be back for..."
Nellie Murrietta
"Sama is one of the hippest spots in SB. Creative cocktail menu, really good food & cool ambience + back patio. Try the jidori chicken wings and gado..."
Jaime Heer
"Hands down my favorite restaurant in SB! Every time I come in for dinner there is a new dish that exceeds my expectations. I just wish these guys..."
Jesse Smith
"Always a pleasure and an experience. I've thrown parties on the back patio to rave reviews. They made up drinks to go with the theme of the party! ..."
Cathy Cox
"We are from Indonesia but have lived in the US for many years. When we saw the reviews on this Indonesian fusion restaurant we wanted to try it. We..."
Arni Suryanti Tjahjana Muljadi
"Amazing food! We let our waiter picked the food for the 8 of us and he didn't disappoint. Everything was..."
Ruby Dedicatoria Dunton
"Incredible dining experience. From the greeting by Mike, the walk through the kitchen to the warm magically lit back patio, we knew we were in for a..."
Amy C. Magee
"It was my first time visiting this restaurant and I was pleasantly surprised with how good their food is. I'm definitely coming back for more. Oh,..."
Vidal Chiprez
"Amazing tasty plates! Delicious! We sat in back outside and loved..."
Peter Lars Schuller
"Fun and inventive food! It's a real treat to eat..."
Lisa Serby
"Hands down one of the best restaurants in Santa Barbara and an amazing spot for special..."
Jaime Kostechko
"Great spot!!! Faves, tempeh tacos, noodle dish!!! Will go back..."
Heather Scott
"Consistently uber delicious. Great crew. Love it and reccomend it..."
Lynette La Mere
"....................its always PACKED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! need we say more!!! neptune radio..."
Steve Price
"Great local restaurant. Wholesome, local, interesting, delicious meals and drinks. We love the ambiance, service, vibe, and food. Highly..."
Matthew Berger
"Delicious food … Pleasant outdoor dinning. Hot Chicken Bao: a little bit over fried, needs a bigger piece of chicken. Drinks alcohol & non-alcohol..."
Dee Sigaty
"This is one of the best meals I've had in my life. We ordered the halibut special and a pavlova (yes, at the same time, because life is short and..."
Summer Loehr
"Absolutely delicious. The flavors were amazing and very unique. I can’t wait to go back..."
Sally Simmons
"Fresh, unique restaurant, but the portions are quite small for the price. Mie goreng: It was good. That's about it. Nothing particularly..."
Shandra G
"Loved my whole experience at Sama Sama! It was so easy to make a reservation for a group of 8. Food was DELICIOUS! Some standouts were the wings,..."
Sue Tran
"Wow!! We knew very little about Indonesian food so we just ordered by guessing. Not one item was a disappointment. Excellent flavors. Small..."
cc castaneda
"Amazing food and better service!! Everything we had was perfect in every respect and could not have been improved on in any way. Anna, our server,..."
Chris Wilbur
"in order of best to worst: the traditional wings, spanish octopus, short ribs. the wings were really crispy & i appreciate that they’re all..."
Jun
Santo Mezcal
Santo Mezcal
86/100 (793 ratings)
Restaurants
Latin
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Latin
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Salad
Crab
Queso
Salmon
Fish
Pork
Tapas
Tacos
Halibut
Burrito
Shrimp
Tortillas
Beef
Octopus
Chicken Wings
Ceviche
Latin
Mexican
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"This is a must if your in the area. Delicious food and wonderful drinks. Mole negro is a must have along with the mezcal margarita. Thank you Mike..."
Evelyn De Leon Ruiz
"Wow what an awesome dining experience!! The restaurant decor is sexy and beautiful at the same time. The Mezcal crafted cocktail list will have you..."
Chris Martinez
"Loved it! From the Octopus and Halibut Ceviche, zuchinni blossom quesadilla w/shrimp, to the incredible Mixologist's Margaritas, the food was..."
Debra Canby-Beaveridge
"This restaurant was AMAZING. Our server and bartender, Christian, was very attentive to my food allergies, so huuuge A+ for that. He was also very..."
Kat Vallera
"Delicious food , had to wait a bit but worth the wait, loved the drinks and Tacos Toro yuuummm if you like spicy I recommend them, definitely going..."
Mara N Diego Rodriguez
"When I decide where I wanna go eat I never ever choose Mexican food just because I’m Mexican and If i want real Mexican food i stick to homemade..."
Yubenia Gutiérrez
"If you know of the many flavors of Mexico , this is a place you will love!, a better modern rustic version ..food was excellent, earthy, healthy,..."
Yensi Gardiakos
"So delicious every dish was scrumptious from appetizers, salad to the main course and dessert, and it was unlike any other Mexican food I've ever..."
Mishele Prieto
"Food was delicious as always. Plating was done with care, and creativity. Shrimp empenadas and chicken enchiladas were delicious. Salsa was on..."
Raymond Szabo
"My new "Favorite" restaurant/experience.... great location, vibe and energy.... oh... the food is spectacular! Gracias, to the..."
Ernesto Paredes
"Amazing food - ambience & service! My favorite dish was the crab Enchiladas and the margarita picante was..."
Ricardo Munoz
"Excellent place service food and drinks margaritas are delicious..."
Andy Valdez
"We came for happy hour- all was great! Mexican food is well prepared here and the drinks we ordered were both amazing. The service is also nice!..."
Lilian Lin
"My wife and I decided to drop in on an early Monday evening! The outdoor seating and ambiance of the interior created a very relaxing and inviting..."
Dontavis Funderburk
"1. Fancy Food This Octopus is the best seafood. It was salty in a little bit, but savory flavor and soft. Their orange or mandarine sauce is suitable..."
Andrew Lee
"Outstanding, higher end mexican. Their salsa and chips were some of the best we have had. Pablano mole was fantastic. Outstanding food all around...."
Michael Masters
"Absolutely loved Santo Mezcal!!! Visited for happy hour and dinner during our time in Santa Barbara! The service is great and the margaritas are..."
Courtney Priester
"Seafood + Mexican cuisine = bliss Tortilla chips perfectly thin yet crisp and salsas super good (I prefer the black one). Octopus ceviche was..."
Ben Brooks
"We went to Santo mezcal for dinner around 7:30 and waited about 5 minutes for a table. They will start you off with delicious thin, crispy, salty..."
Derek Nelson
"Omar was a great server! We ordered the ribeye tacos and the mole plate. We completely enjoyed our meals. I ordered the SEÑORA ROSITA cocktail. I..."
Annette Mesa
Rose Cafe
Rose Cafe
86/100 (997 ratings)
Restaurants
Latin
South American
Mexican
Central American
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Pub
Seafood
Spanish
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Tacos
Green Chile Pancakes
Michelada with a Modelo Especial Perfectly Made
Coffee
Flan
Pancake
Machaca
Iced tea
Tacos Carne Asada
CHIMICHANGA
Salsa and Chips
Chile Relleno En Nogada
Cheese Quesadilla
Chips And Salsa Guacamole
Side Tortillas
Huevos Rancheros Con Carne
Chile Relleno Combination
Menudo Soup Tripe
Chile Verde Chilaquiles
Zucchini Omelette
Chicken Enchilada Verde
Tapas
Seafood
South American
Bar
Mexican
Pub
Central American
Spanish
Latin
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Private Dining
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Beach
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Full Bar
Dog Friendly
Digital Payments
Reservations
Delivery
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Best Chili Rellenos in Santa Barbara. Great staff, friendly and one of the best places for..."
Dinah Clossin Mason
"Been a customer for 50 years - when only Rose cafe on Haley - epic REAL Mexican food and always wonderful..."
Jim Stretchberry
"Rose Cafe has been my favorite since childhood!! Best cheese enchiladas in..."
Chantel Ann
"I absolutely love this restaurant and staff and atmosphere . Great food..."
Irene Pampanin Sendrak
"Authentic Mexican food and really friendly staff. Great..."
John Koniw
"Every time I visit Santa Barbara I head over to Rose Cafe for breakfast. Love the food and had my first meal at Rose's in..."
Anthony De Arcos
"Great food Great..."
Shirene Balaam Anguiano
"My favorite place to eat. Best Mexican food hands..."
Paul J Gallegos
"Rose's Cafe is my wife and I's most favorite mexican restaurant...we're always buying Groupon vouchers and we go there so much that we know all the..."
Mark Leyva
"My family has been eating here since the beginning! Some of the best Mexican food Santa Barbara has to offer and that is saying somthing. Plenty of..."
Austin Lewis
"One of my go to places for decades. Their salsa verde is amazing. Whether having lingua for dinner or machaca with a Bloody Maria and a cafe con..."
Bruce Jones
"Best authentic Mexican food in Santa Barbara. Lots of great classics like Chile Rellenos, Chilaquile, hard and soft shell tacos, tanales,..."
Annabelle Brownell
"Their home made chips and salsa are some of the best in town. We got really great..."
jim whitmore
"I really miss the Haley location, but this is still my grandpa's favorite restaurant and I love when I get a meal with..."
Drew Waranis
Eureka!
Eureka!
86/100 (1724 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Bar
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Salad
Wings
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Cobb Salad
Cheeseburger
Veggie Burger
Burger
Fish
Hamburgers
Sit down
American
Bar
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Television
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Had the best food. Bone broth burger, amazing Brussels sprouts and best was the service of Juan and Eric. Oscar topped it off with the best bourbon..."
Cindi Karzen
"Awesome place delicious food, I can't remember the name but my favorite was the burger with fig. My husband had the bison burger and he love it. I..."
Norma Cota
"Truly outstanding burgers - one of the best I've had, anywhere. Great staff and good drinks too, what's not to..."
Antony Hawkins
"We stopped in after meeting one of the managers at the Zoo Brew and I'm only sorry we didn't try it sooner! Excellent burgers, the best I've had in..."
Jeanetta Hayes Adkins
"We enjoyed our dining experience at Eureka Santa Barbara! The service and food are excellent! We will be back the next time we visit Santa..."
Russell Kaye Hong
"Delicious food and excellent service. I will definitely go..."
Christine Reynolds Inglis
"Food and drinks are awesome .. Manager is not friendly ! They no longer have wifi so don't get there any..."
Caroline Barbee
"The food was delicious and the service was..."
Omar Zindani
"Pretty good. Solid Whiskey selection. Good burgers, wings, nachos & drinks. Vegas location as well.. ***my Headhunter drink with the 2 drink warning..."
Samuel Meade
"Always a treat to come here, this location has a nice open atmosphere and the servers were all great and friendly. Had a funny bacon and whisky drink..."
Kyle Lowman
"Had the chicken tenders with a side salad. For a drink I had the charcoal infused lemonade. All very..."
Ray Bouknight
"I’m hesitating in leaving a bad review because after 15 minutes of being seated and then not being acknowledged the lady tending the bar walked..."
Kisenia Payan
"The food was so bomb!! Can't wait to go..."
Ashley Martinez
"Holy cow this place is delicious! Everything from the Lavender lemonade to the Fig Goat Cheese Burger and everything in between was to die for! We..."
Chelsey Smith
"Came here on a Friday night at 11:30pm looking for food. Had a great bison burger that came with a sweet jam and spicy pepper. The combination was so..."
harley cashen
"The Cowboy Burger here is very tasty! And the their Charcoal Lemonade looks scary but taste good..."
Eric Chen
American Ale
American Ale
86/100 (87 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
American
Bar
Pub
Dinner
Tacos
Burger
Tapas
"Great location, great ambience, and great bartenders here. I can honestly say that their arugula chicken burger ($9) is my most favorite burger ever...."
Cherry Thomas
"The burgers here are amazing. My personal favorite is the Make'n Bacon Burger, but honestly, you won't be disappointed with any of them. If you..."
Rudy Meza
"We were blown away by this restaurant. The staff are AMAZING, the food was beyond excellent and the beers delicious. This is a MUST when in Santa..."
Lisette Hardy
"Great burgers, beer and service. What more could you ask for? Paul is a great bartender and cool dude to chat with. Yelp classifies this place as..."
Patrick Nelson
"The Tennessee Sweat Tea and Firehouse burger are my favorite! I've never had a bad drink or food, it's always been on point. The PB&J burger is quite..."
Aria Mailand
"Really good beer bar. Whenever I've been in, they always have something unique and a lot of other worthwhile things on tap. Service is very good,..."
Justin Levine
Reds Bar & Tapas
Reds Bar & Tapas
86/100 (34 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
Pub
Wine Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
"Unfortunately we missed out on their legendary Bloody Mary's, but all of there other craft cocktails were amazing. Well make a trip back to try their..."
Aaron Courdy
"Good small, place with a tasty menu and good cocktails. Warm atmosphere, vibey music to keep you going..."
Scott Woodruff
"Can't say I love the food here, but, I love the drinks and the amazing service from the staff. This is the place, as a local, that I like to buy my..."
Paul Weymouth
"Absolutely loved the finger foods! Perfect taste and ambiance is just..."
Yeni Trejo
"Came in for a drink and loved it! Great music great..."
E A
"Fun joint with great live music and an eclectic crowd. Fully wheelchair..."
Mike Benge
"Nice chill lace with good ambience to..."
Prisciliano Flores Orozco
"Great drinks, tunes and..."
Christie Reji
Shoreline Cafe
Shoreline Cafe
85/100 (751 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
American
Seafood
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Pancakes
Burrito
Tortillas
Nachos
Salad
Clam Chowder
Omelette
Tuna Melt
Ceviche
Fish
Tuna
Salmon
Sandwiches
Burger
Fish & chips
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Sit down
American
Seafood
Bar
Café
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Waterfront
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Drinks
Brunch
Lunch
Mid-range
"My family and I were in from Dallas and went there for lunch. We thought the was food great! We also had a great server by the name of Caroline..."
Chris Herring
"I had a delicious spinach tomatoe mushroom Swiss egg white omelette with fresh fruit and sour sight toast ! YUM..."
Gianna Krey
"Stopped here with my daughter to get something to eat and enjoy the view on a road trip. The wait to be seated was over an hour, but they have a take..."
Becky Ho'omalu
"The only "full service and keep your toes in the sand" dining experience in Santa Barbara. Great food and cocktails, $10,000,000 view of the Channel..."
John Goerke
"Tasty food, great staff & an awesome view. Tables on the sand are the best. Bring your dog he can sit near..."
Wally Gater
"GREAT atmosphere, wonderful & charming waitress, great food! First time at the cafe, will definitely be back!..."
Jim Aschenberg
"Could of sat there all day watching the dolphins, seals and the dive bombing pelicans, food was lovely as were the..."
Ian Gilmour
"I go to Santa Barbara every three weeks Looks like I will be eating at the Shoreline Beach Cafe. Great food, Great service with a Fantastic view of..."
Sam Patella
"Beautiful location, right on the beach. Food delicious, and good service. Very Reasonable prices, considering the view and location. This is a..."
Dawn Whalen
"Great atmosphere, Super friendly staff!! I didn't eat but the food looked..."
Michael A. Farinella
"Great staff, great ambiance, great to bury feet in the sand..."
Lynn E. Goebel
"This spot is simple with economical pricing, delicious food and and an exquisite view. We had breakfast here and everyone agreed the food was tasty...."
Elisabeth Ceja
"30 minute wait for table at lunch time. Toes in sand while eating hot perfectly fried French fries and milkshakes, what could be better? Prompt..."
Helen Groves
"Oh my gosh the food is so good! You must eat here! Nachos are fantastic, massive plate. Shrimp tacos are the best we’ve ever had Fries are..."
Tyler
"Great spot right on the water! We split the grilled ahi tuna and it was delicious. Perfectly cooked, well seasoned, and a generous enough portion to..."
Tori S
"Had a nice lunch at an outdoor table, one of 3 or maybe 4 of them that had an overhead covering. There are several more that are on sand with just..."
Patty B
"My family loves the Shoreline Beach Cafe! The large menu selection has such a great variety! The food and service is always awesome! I love sitting..."
Amber M
"INSTANT GRATIFICATION 😍😍 literally parked right in front of the restaurant then right onto the 2nd patio which is on the BEACH. If you’re..."
Miles Shockley
"Excellent on the beach grub and drinks. Parking is great, sometimes even right out front. The staff is helpful with menu items. Menu is not overly..."
Dan C
Flor De Maiz
Flor De Maiz
85/100 (830 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Tacos
Octopus
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Waterfront
Valet Parking
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Lilly's Tacos
Lilly's Tacos
85/100 (2514 ratings)
Quick Bites
Mexican
Fast food
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Fast Food
Dinner
Lunch
Tortillas
Fajitas
Tripe
Beef Cheeks
Pork
Beef
Tapas
Tacos
Sit down
Mexican
Fast food
Latin
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"My family and I where in Santa Barbara for vacation , and I was told that it was a must to stop at Lilly's for real Mexican tacos! ... We loved the..."
Yubenia Gutiérrez
"The best part of it is the completely empty plate. Truly, these these "are" the best tacos in the world! The Cabesa tacos are my personal favorite...."
Christina Esquivel
"My go-to spot when I'm in SB. Simple menu. Quick service and unlimited toppings. The meat always taste fresh and craving for..."
Jeffrey San Juan
"We just found this place by chance while we were in Santa Barbara for the weekend. It's absolutely delicious!! And affordable too, only $1.80 per..."
Laura Holtzman-Game
"Always good! If you're looking for Street tacos similar to what you'll find in Mexico, this is the place...."
Tara Jones Haaf
"Best of the best of the Best tacos..."
Andrew Mendoza
"Excellent tacos and friendly staff. It was my first time. I had the Chix fajita tacos. They were super delicious!! Thx you. I'll be..."
Jason Betts
"Great tacos!!! Fast service, don't let the line shy you away. They don't skimp on the meat and have a great verity of..."
Fernando Dominguez
"Consistently great, authentic, tacos.. simple menu. Always a line out the door because its..."
Mike Morales
"Line out the door. Didn't care. So worth it. Great tacos. Definitely coming back..."
Brian Joseph Blair
"The best taco's that we've had in Cali!..."
Lindsay Wright
"The best tacos in town ... � Wish they open One in..."
Elsa Queen
"Best value in town for a tasty taco, they load the tacos here for less than $2.00 per, no chips, plenty of condiments, inside seating, fresh and..."
Tom McLain
"We were in Santa Barbara from San Diego for the weekend and I Googled cheap eats. This was one of the highest rated places, with good reason. We..."
Rico Salgado
"ate at the store front. the vibe is relaxed and wasnt busy at the time, sat late afternoon. Ordered the 4 different tacos which seriously tasted good..."
Richard Kim
"Amazing tacos! Street taco size but loaded with meat. The salsas are delicious too. Definitely a go-to for a quick lunch while out and..."
Virginia Ramirez
"Amazing traditional tacos. Order the labio tacos. We stumbled upon this place on a road trip and we’re so surprised. It made our list for sure...."
Mecquel Lowe
"I had four cabeza tacos with everything radishes, onion and cilantro, salsa verde, lime. Q u a l i t y tacos right here I regret that I didnt order..."
Mariana S.
"Great restaurant, literally some of the most inexpensive food you can get in Santa Barbara for the quality. Some random guy on the street yelled at..."
Evan Grahn
"Flavor was great though.. Steamed meats are the way to go I would say or make a note and ask them not to dry the meats so..."
Shirley D. Lopez