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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

 
 
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

 
 
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

 
 
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/
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

 
 
Thai/
California		Quick Bite
 
425 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-705-0991 | Menu
  
 Thai influences meet California cuisine at this unique late-night eatery. Read GAYOT's The Blue Owl at Zen Yai 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

 
 
German13/20
 
3130 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-687-5916
  
 Topnotch German fare and a familial vibe on Upper State Street in Santa Barbara. Read GAYOT's Brummis The German Taste 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

 
 
Breakfast/
Cajun		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. Read GAYOT's Cajun Kitchen Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian		12/20
 
Paseo Nuevo Mall
719 Paseo Nuevo
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-4648 | Menu
  
 Pizzas with cross-cultural toppings are the main draw at this casual chain restaurant. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen 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

 
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