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Santa Barbara Moderate Restaurants

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Tapas/
Fusion/
Small Plates		13/20
 
1812 Cliff Dr.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805-962-0337 | Menu
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 Authenticity takes a back seat to international flavors at this small-plates restaurant with a Spanish theme. Read GAYOT's Alcazar Tapas Bar Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood12/20
 
608 Anacapa St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-845-2800 | Menu
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 A contemporary approach to seafood dining in Santa Barbara. Read GAYOT's Arch Rock Fish Restaurant Review

 
 
Sushi/
Seafood		15/20
 
1225 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-965-6074 | Menu
  
 Downtown Santa Barbara’s go-to spot for fresh, artfully presented sushi. Read GAYOT's Arigato Sushi Restaurant Review

 
 
Eclectic/
Southwestern		13/20
 
20 E. Cota St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-899-4694 | Menu
  
 Stylish Old Town boîte for eclectic specialties. Read GAYOT's Blue Agave Restaurant Review

 
 
Eclectic/
California		12/20
 
630 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-957-1300
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 Nightlife and fine dining collide at this hot-spot in downtown Santa Barbara. Read GAYOT's Blush Restaurant & Lounge Review

 
 
Seafood/
American/
Breakfast		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. Read GAYOT's Boathouse at Hendry's Beach Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Pizza		14/20
 
436 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-957-4177 | Menu
  
 Italian favorites meet al fresco dining in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. Read GAYOT's Bucatini Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian14/20
 
37 E. Victoria St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-884-9419 | Menu
  
 Classic Northern Italian fare served in a trattoria-style setting. Read GAYOT's Ca' Dario Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
French/
Breakfast		11/20
 
3302 McCaw Ave.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-569-7698
  
 French and American influences merge in Santa Barbara's quiet San Roque neighborhood. Read GAYOT's Le Cafe Stella Restaurant Review

 
 
Middle Eastern11/20
 
209 E. Canon Perdido St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-1293
  
 A festive atmosphere is the high point of the dining experience at this Middle Eastern restaurant plagued by inconsistency. Read GAYOT's Cafe Zaytoon Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse13/20
 
3888 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-687-4417 | Menu
  
 Rare steaks and strong drinks. Read GAYOT's Chuck's of Hawaii Restaurant Review

 
 
California11/20
 
Canary Hotel
31 W. Carrillo St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-884-0300 | Menu
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 A beautifully redesigned room is the high point of the dining experience at Coast. Read GAYOT's Coast Restaurant & Bar Review

 
 
Contemporary15/20
 
1305 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-966-5006 | Menu
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 A quiet place for diners who appreciate good, innovative cooking. Read GAYOT's Downey's Restaurant Review

 
 
German11/20
 
4203 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
805-967-4911 | Menu
  
 Old-world ambience lends to the charm of this German restaurant in a quiet section of town. Read GAYOT's Dutch Garden Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Eclectic/
Contemporary		13/20
 
Harbor View Inn
28 W. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-4466 | Menu
  
 Local ingredients and a picturesque setting on the Santa Barbara waterfront. Read GAYOT's Eladio's Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood11/20
 
225 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-3313 | Menu
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 A typical tourist-friendly seafood restaurant. Read GAYOT's Enterprise Fish Co. Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood/
Steakhouse		12/20
 
210 Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-3311
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 Food plays second fiddle to views. Read GAYOT's Harbor Restaurant Review

 
 
American11/20
 
3313 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-687-2800
  
 Fierce cocktails and local color make up for the lackluster food at this Santa Barbara classic. Read GAYOT's Harry's Plaza Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse/
Seafood		13/20
 
512 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-965-3363 | Menu
  
 A classic steakhouse for downtown. Read GAYOT's Holdren’s Steaks & Seafood Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Wine Bar/
Small Plates		14/20
 
El Paseo
813 Anacapa St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-966-9463
  
 Wine-friendly food and a cozy setting make this one of Santa Barbara’s favorite places to gather. Read GAYOT's Intermezzo Bar Cafe Restaurant Review

 
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