Best Casual Restaurants in Carpinteria

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Thario's Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(38)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Carpinteria

Booked 4 times today

Cosy European Restaurant Made with Love by the Pacific OceanOpening at 3:00 PM

2. Tre Lune

4.8

Exceptional(2015)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 45 times today

"Upbeat and comfortable, serving real-deal pastas and pizzas that make you feel like you're in Italy again." - ZAGAT 2010 Fresh fish, veal scaloppini, osso buco, prime steaks, Kobe-beef burgers, organic salads, and house-made desserts. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner-Cocktails. Award Winner of Italian wines list.Please call to make reservations.

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3. Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito

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4.4

Awesome(47)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Montecito

Booked 43 times today

Clark’s Montecito is a stylish all-day restaurant celebrating coastal American classics spanning from New England to California. In addition to its flagship menu of oysters and raw bar, a signature burger, daily catch specials, lobster rolls, chowder and refreshing crudo, this California location features seasonal bounty from the Pacific Ocean. The wine list highlights California classics alongside French whites and reds primarily from Burgundy and the Loire. Clark’s signature martinis and cocktails are always available. A collaboration between Lambert McGuire Design and Santa Barbara-based architect Jeff Shelton, the space offers a seamless indoor-outdoor dining experience that marries Clark’s classic coastal design features with the more whimsical ceramic tile traditions of Portugal and Mexico and a Mediterranean-inspired design that pays homage to its coastal setting and historic Spanish Colonial Revival architecture.

4. Convivo

4.7

Exceptional(2143)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 31 times today

Convivo is a Santa Barbara restaurant and bar with an Italian soul. Chef-Owner Peter McNee's food is best described as ‘Nomad Italian’. It strays from the standard or traditional Italian, sourcing inspiration from many other cultures’ cooking but its soul is thoroughly Italian. The ever-changing menu includes small plates, housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, rotisserie chicken, fresh seafood and steaks served family-style. McNee’s all-star supplier network provides the freshest produce and local seafood the region is famous for. Inspired by the bounty of the sea, the lush farms and abundant vineyards nearby and the cooking methods of Italy, Convivo is a festive gathering place for locals and visitors alike inside the newly-restored Santa Barbara Inn.

5. Blackbird

3.8

Excellent(171)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 10 times today

A mainstay of the Funk Zone, Blackbird offers a beverage-forward atmosphere featuring inventive cocktails by legendary mixologist Devon Espinosa alongside a thoughtfully curated menu that pays homage to the culinary bounty of the Central Coast. Enjoy an extensive list of local wine and craft beer that highlights the terroir of the region and pairs seamlessly with our iconoclastic take on local, sustainable cuisine. With its striking brass fixtures and black box-like aesthetic, Blackbird upends the conventional upscale dining experience in Santa Barbara and offers a subtle nod to Alfred Hitchcock’s haunting, yet timeless thrillers. Here guests are offered a pulse on contemporary Santa Barbara.

6. Lilac Montecito

4.7

Exceptional(152)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Montecito

Booked 20 times today

Welcome to Lilac Montecito. We offer an elevated bistro dining experience featuring some of our favorite foods that nourish the body and soul in a full-service dining ambiance. Our menu is inspired by European and Californian cuisine as well as locally-sourced ingredients for a fresh, delicious take on some classic entrees. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner

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7. The Harbor Restaurant

3.6

Very Good(33)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 7 times today

International Coastal Cuisine with Local Ingredients. Located on Santa Barbara's famous Stearns Wharf, the Harbor Restaurant is a 12,850-square-foot establishment on two floors that can seat 500 guests. Valet parking is available during dinner service. The restaurant features upstairs casual dining with an outdoor ocean view patio while the downstairs features a proper bar with craft cocktails, an exceptional dining room with international dishes featuring local ingredients, and two private event spaces including an 80+ person room and a private dining room for 20 guests.

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8. Moby Dick Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(273)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 4 times today

At Moby Dick Restaurant, in Santa Barbara, you'll get not only fresh seafood and excellent service, but an amazing view along with your meal. Situated on the pier itself in Santa Barbara, Moby Dick Restaurant is a fantastic place with a fantastic atmosphere to get something to eat.Whether you're after breakfast, lunch or dinner there�s sure to be something on the menu to please. Fried favorites at Moby Dick Restaurant include clam strips and chips, chicken wings and chips and many others. You can also order burgers, sandwiches and vegetarian fare. Fresh seafood specialties include grilled Cajun swordfish, bacon wrapped shrimp and grilled fresh salmon.

9. Arnoldi's Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(767)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 21 times today

Oldest Italian restaurant in Santa Barbara! We have two bocce courts on our patio with outdoor dining. Lots of pasta, appetizers, salads, chicken dishes and homemade desserts...Italian wine and local wine on our wine list...indoor or outdoor seating. We are a true local's secret and kid friendly. Open for dinner 7 days a week! We also host rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and large birthday parties.

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10. Goat Tree Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(456)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 3 times today

Located at the front door of the Funk Zone and one block from the beach, Goat Tree at Hotel Californian is a gourmet café with al fresco seating offering fresh, local fare, including superb pastries and baked goods made in house daily by our Pastry Chef Ron Viloria. Our all-day brunch menu features Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Shakshuka, Baby Kale Caesar and our famed GT Smashburger. Sip on cold-pressed juices from Pressed Juicery, lattes and coffee by Caffe Luxxe or organic hot teas by Rishi. Curating seasonal picnic baskets for a day at the beach or wine tasting as well as dine in, take out or delivery for brunch and dinner, Goat Tree pleases everyone's palate. Join us on our spacious patio into the evening for a glass of wine or a cocktail and a bite. Our dinner menu includes Rigatoni Pasta, New York Steak Frites and Faroe Island Salmon among other delectable dishes. Don't let the day end without some Rori's Ice Cream or a seasonal dessert from Chef Ron.

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CynthiaVIP
Las Vegas •11 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We sat outside which was nice and warm with the outdoor heaters. Our server was attentive and made great suggestions. Every meal was excellent. We started with the margherita pizza and mushroom pizza; both were excellent. We also ordered the gnocchi, risotto, Alfredo, vodka cream pasta and spicy sausage red sauce pasta. Every dish was delicious. We did not order dessert tonight but usually do. We love Tre Lune and are always grateful when we can get a table.
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Tre LunePrice: Expensive• Italian• Montecito
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4.8
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DebbieVIP
California Central Coast •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful service, we sat outside on a nice day. It was lovely
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Clark's Oyster Bar - MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito
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4.4
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AlbertVIP
Las Vegas •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Sat outside and enjoyed the special vermillion fish. Very memorable meal with good service.
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ConvivoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
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4.7
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Angelica
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Delicious food and beautiful atmosphere! Highly recommend!
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Thario's KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Carpinteria
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4.8
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India
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
The food ans ambiance were excellent, and the service was even better. If you get a chance to hang at the bar, Matthew, the bartender was amazing! His food suggestions were spot on, and he makes a great hot toddy!
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BlackbirdPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Barbara
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3.8

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Thario's Kitchen

2. Tre Lune

3. Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito

4. Convivo

5. Blackbird

6. Lilac Montecito

7. The Harbor Restaurant

8. Moby Dick Restaurant

9. Arnoldi's Cafe

10. Goat Tree Restaurant

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