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Rating
 
Italian/
Pizza
11/20
 
1031 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-6687 | Menu
  
 A lovely setting belies an otherwise mediocre restaurant in the heart of downtown. Read GAYOT's Aldo's Italian 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

 
 
California/
Mediterranean
12/20
 
7 E. Anapamu St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-730-1463
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 Arts & Letters Café features gallery artwork on the walls, matched by culinary artistry on the plate. Read GAYOT's Arts & Letters Cafe 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

 
 
Contemporary15/20
 
9 W. Victoria St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-730-1160 | Menu
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 Central Coast cuisine at its best. Read GAYOT's bouchon Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Brewpub
13/20
 
229 W. Montecito St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-884-4664 | Menu
  
 A lively hub of local energy, where the mixed crowd enjoys international comfort food and a full bar. Read GAYOT's The Brewhouse Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood12/20
 
119 Harbor Way
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805-966-4418 | Menu
  
 Harbor-view casual dining with a menu featuring fried shrimp, baked clams, oysters on the half-shell and fresh-fish specials. Read GAYOT's Brophy Bros. 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

 
 
Mexican13/20
 
1324 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-7117 | Menu
  
 Carlitos is the flagship of the Lopez family, their first restaurant in Santa Barbara and still their busiest. Read GAYOT's Carlitos Cafe y Cantina Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Seafood
13/20
 
113 Harbor Way
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805-564-1200
  
 Chuck's Waterfront Grill is one-stop shopping for some of the best seafood and steak dishes in Santa Barbara, in one of the most beautiful settings in town. Read GAYOT's Chuck's Waterfront Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
American12/20
 
5995 Stagecoach Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-967-0066 | Menu
  
 Weekly game dishes, hamburgers, meaty chili and barbecue sandwiches. Read GAYOT's Cold Spring Tavern Restaurant Review

 
 
Bakery/
California/
European
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. Read GAYOT's D'Angelo 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/
Deli
Quick Bite
 
205 W. Canon Perdido St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-9591 | Menu
  
 A popular spot for lingering lunches, this little café has earned a loyal following. Read GAYOT's D'Vine Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Breakfast
Quick Bite
 
1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805-965-8805
  
 Burgers, burritos and breakfast fronting the sands of East Beach. Read GAYOT's East Beach Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican13/20
 
10 El Paseo
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-6050 | Menu
  
 Pricey but satisfying Mexican food in an historic setting. Read GAYOT's El Paseo Restaurant Review

 
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