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Best Breakfast Santa Barbara


Start your day off right by enjoying "the most important meal of the day" at one of these restaurants in Santa Barbara that serve up the best breakfast.


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Boathouse at Hendry's Beach Seafood
11/20
2981 Cliff Dr.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805-898-2628 | Menu
Food plays second fiddle to views at this seaside restaurant, where an idyllic location is the main draw. More...

Cajun Kitchen Cafe Breakfast
12/20
1924 De La Vina St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-687-2062 | Menu
A locals’ favorite breakfast house disguised as a Cajun restaurant. More...

D'Angelo Bakery
Quick Bite
25 W. Gutierrez St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-5466 | Menu
This working bakery turns out the best loaves in town, while also serving a sophisticated breakfast and lunch. More...

East Beach Grill American
Quick Bite
1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805-965-8805
Burgers, burritos and breakfast fronting the sands of East Beach. More...

Esau's Cafe California
12/20
721 Chapala St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-965-4416 | Menu
Heaping portions of quality food keep locals happy at this surf-themed California café. More...

Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant Breakfast
Quick Bite
1253 Coast Village Rd.
Montecito, CA 93108
805-969-7878
Locals flock to this breakfast spot for gourmet egg dishes, fresh-baked pastries and bottomless cups of strong coffee. More...

Paula's Pancake House Coffee Shop
12/20
1531 Mission Dr.
Solvang, CA 93463
805-688-2867 | Menu
Pancakes thick and thin attract a well-deserved breakfast crowd to Paula’s each morning. More...

Pierre Lafond Wine Bistro California
13/20
516 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-1455 | Menu
This State Street landmark has a menu featuring local produce and creative fare. More...

Summerland Beach Cafe American
12/20
2294 Lillie Ave.
Summerland, CA 93067
805-969-1019
Summerland Beach Café offers home-style breakfast and lunch dishes in a casual setting with a beautiful view. More...

Tupelo Junction Cafe Cajun
13/20
1218 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-899-3100
Southern food finds a home in Santa Barbara. More...


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