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Ca' Dario Ristorante, Santa Barbara, CA

Ca' Dario Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1820 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
"Anything grilled is divine, and the rest of the menu is delectable at this charming Italian restaurant in Santa Barbara known for its excellent execution of simple pasta, meats and other classics. A fantastic wine list with many available by the glass; its a local favorite, so reservations are a must."

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 884-9419 ext. 1
  • Website
    http://www.cadariorestaurants.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Dario Furlati
  • Location
    37 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Cross street
    Anacapa
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

$5 split charge.

Antipasti (Appetizers)

  • Zuppa Del Giorno

    Fresh daily homemade soup.

    • Insalatina Di Campo

      Organic lettuces and tomatoes with balsamic dressing and parmigiano.

      • Lattuga Romana

        Romaine salad, garlic croutons, Caesar dressing. Add roasted chicken $4.

        • Rughetta Con Asiago

          Arugula, tomatoes, shaved asiago cheese, red onions, mustard vinaigrette.

          • Insalata Di Spinaci E Uova

            Baby spinach tossed with boiled egg, crispy pancetta, parmigiano, balsamic dressing.

            • Mozzarella Alla Caprese

              Fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil.

              • Carpaccio Con Capperi E Grana

                Thinly sliced raw beef with capers, lemon juice, e.v.o.o. And shaved parmigiano.

                • Grigliata Di Verdure

                  Plate of grilled vegetables, roasted peppers and whole garlic head.

                  • Ca'dario 'Chopped Salad'

                    Crisp romaine, roasted turkey, mozzarella, ham, pancetta, egg, tomato and blue cheese.

                    • Duetto Di Mare

                      Fresh clams and mussels with garlic, parsley and white wine broth.

                      • Antipasto Della Casa

                        Assortment of homemade marinated vegetables and cold cuts.

                        • Frittata Alle Quattro Stagioni

                          Egg frittata with asparagus, button mushrooms, roasted peppers and ham.

                          Panini (Sandwiches)

                          • Toast Italiano

                            Grilled sandwich with ham and fontina cheese. Served with arugula salad.

                            • Crostone Vegetariano

                              Grilled bread with eggplant, roasted peppers, goat cheese, olive pâté. Served with bean salad.

                              • Ciabatta Tirolese

                                Grilled ciabatta bread with gorgonzola and smoked prosciutto. Served with roasted peppers.

                                • Pagnotta Al Tonno E Carciofi

                                  Rustic bread with tuna, artichoke heart, olive tapenade, sweet onions. Served with salad.

                                  • Filoncino Con Pollo E Formaggio

                                    Grilled baguette with roasted chicken, artichoke pâté, fontina cheese. Served with salad.

                                    • Panino Del Giorno

                                      Sandwich of the day. Ask server for today's selection.

                                      Primi (First Courses)

                                      • Capellini Organici

                                        Angel hair with organic tomatoes, roasted garlic and basil.

                                        • Rigatoni Al Pomodoro E Basilico

                                          Short tube pasta with savory tomato and basil sauce.

                                          • Pennette All'arrabbiata

                                            Quill shape pasta with spicy tomato and roasted garlic sauce.

                                            • Spaghetti Al Ragù Di Olive E Capperi

                                              Thin spaghetti with sauce of tomato, olive, capers, chili flake and pecorino cheese.

                                              • Fusilli All' Amatriciana

                                                Curly pasta with sweet onions, pancetta, chili, tomato, pecorino cheese.

                                                • Farfalle Al Salmone E Piselli

                                                  Bow-tie pasta with smoked salmon, peas and light tomato cream sauce.

                                                  • Penne Alla Boscaiola

                                                    Quill shape pasta with porcini mushrooms, pancetta and creamy tomato sauce.

                                                    • Pappardelle Alla Bolognese

                                                      Wide flat ribbon pasta with delicate meat ragout.

                                                      • Ravioli Al Burro E Salvia

                                                        Pasta pillow filled with spinach and ricotta, brown butter and sage sauce.

                                                        • Tortelli Alla Panna E Prosciutto

                                                          Pasta filled with cheeses and herbs, ham and parmesan cream sauce.

                                                          Secondi (Second Courses)

                                                          • Luganega Con Polenta E Peperonata

                                                            Grilled italian sausages with polenta and stewed peppers sauce.

                                                            • Pollo Alla Milanese

                                                              Breaded chicken breast topped with arugula, tomatoes, shaved parmesan.

                                                              • Bistecca Al Pepe Verde

                                                                Grilled flat iron steak with green peppercorn and brandy sauce.

                                                                • Agnello Scottadito

                                                                  Grilled lamb chops, brushed with olive oil, rosemary and garlic.

                                                                  • Specialità Dalla Rosticceria

                                                                    Daily special from our rotisserie.

                                                                    • Pesce Del Giorno

                                                                      Fresh fish of the day. Please ask server for selections and prices.

                                                                      Last updated: February 4, 2022

                                                                      What 1,820 people are saying

                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                      4.7
                                                                      4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                      • 4.7Food
                                                                      • 4.6Service
                                                                      • 4.5Ambience
                                                                      • 4.4Value

                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                      Loved For

                                                                      • California Central Coast

                                                                        Neighborhood gem

                                                                      • California Central Coast

                                                                        Italian

                                                                      • Santa Barbara

                                                                        Best Overall

                                                                      • Santa Barbara

                                                                        Best Food

                                                                      • Santa Barbara

                                                                        Best Value

                                                                      • Santa Barbara

                                                                        Neighborhood gem

                                                                      Review summary

                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                      Ca' Dario Ristorante offers an inviting atmosphere and "authentic Italian food" in Santa Barbara. Guests rave about the "amazing food," with standout dishes like the "best bolognese sauce" and "black truffle pasta." The "spectacular staff" ensures a "wonderful experience," making it a "favorite place" for locals and visitors alike.

                                                                      1,820 Reviews

                                                                      1. Colin

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Central Coast

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Can’t wait to return!

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                                                                      2. Krysta

                                                                        Central Coast

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        2.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                        I had 6:30pm reservations and didn’t get in until 7pm!

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                                                                      3. Garrett

                                                                        Central Coast

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        2.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                        4. Ambience 2
                                                                        The food was really really good, but we along with several other people were seated over 30 minutes after our reservation time, nobody apologized, we had to flag someone down just for a second glass of water, and we only saw our server a couple of times. It seemed like they were short staffed on a busy night so I can’t blame the front of house staff too much, and a weekday would likely be much nicer, but the Saturday the day after Valentine’s Day is a day management should expect to be busier, and might consider adding more staff and spacing out available reservation times.

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                                                                      4. laura

                                                                        Palm Springs

                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                        1.0

                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                                        Seemed the restaurant was really overbooked, thus it was a crazy, assembly-line environment. What suffered was the quality of the food, many customer’s food were returned to be heated up, which changes the quality. The price was beyond expensive for what we got. I will not be returning!!!

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                                                                      5. Ryan

                                                                        Central Coast

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        2.0

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                        Plenty of tables for 2 but we had to wait a half hour extra for a table for 3. Bad planning by management.

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                                                                      6. joe

                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                        7 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        7 reviews

                                                                        Dined on February 9, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                         still very good. All of the food was not as excellent as it has been in the past. I don’t know if the a team has moved to the Montecito location Still a great neighborhood restaurant

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                                                                      7. Lynda

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                        155 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        155 reviews

                                                                        Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        We dined very early (5:30pm) as we were headed to a concert at The Lobero. We were seated promptly and our server (and the kitchen) were very efficient. Since we didn't know our time frame, we only ordered main dishes but they came out quickly. I had the ravioli stuffed with spinach & ricotta and with a brown butter sage sauce - 5 large ravioli that were delicious! My husband had the yummy spinach fettuccine with bolognese sauce. By the time we left, the restaurant was filling up and the tables are quite close together so the noise level was increasing so that might be a factor if you're wanting a more quiet evening. Still, we will be back again for the wonderful food.

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                                                                      8. Charles

                                                                        West Virginia

                                                                        17 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        17 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 21, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Overall, a great experience. The restaurant is attractive and nicely lit, with small vases of flowers on each table. It was a Monday, not crowded but many tables were occupied. Our table was ready when we arrived. We split a salad, first course and second course. The food was flavorful and well prepared. The pacing was perfect and the quantities made sharing work well. Our cocktails were well crafted and generous. I find this always makes a good impression on me. The server was present and not intrusive. She seemed well informed, offering advice and answering questions without needing to check with someone else. All in all, a great experience and worth going back.

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                                                                      9. Chris

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        11 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        11 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 18, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Love this restaurant, my favorite in Santa Barbara! Amazing food!!

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                                                                      10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        39 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        39 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 17, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Authentic Italian food. Enjoyed the food specially the service

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                                                                      FAQs

                                                                      Ca' Dario Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 884-9419 ext. 1.

                                                                      Ca' Dario Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 1820 OpenTable diners.

                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                      Make a reservation

                                                                      2 people
                                                                      7:00 PM
                                                                      Booked 22 times today

                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                      Google Map for Ca' Dario Ristorante

                                                                      37 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

                                                                      Additional information

                                                                      • Cross street
                                                                        Anacapa
                                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                                        Santa Barbara
                                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                                        Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                      • Price
                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                        Italian
                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                        Casual Dress
                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                        Street Parking
                                                                      • Payment options
                                                                        AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                      • Executive chef
                                                                        Dario Furlati
                                                                      • Additional
                                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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