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1. Caya Restaurant

3.8

Excellent(405)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 4 times today

Inspired by the fresh coastal flavors of Santa Barbara, CAYA restaurant invites everyone to “Come As You Are” for a modern culinary adventure paired with a mood as relaxed and inviting as a California sunset.Embark on a delectable journey through the West Coast with our seasonal menus influenced by sustainably sourced local ingredients and global cuisine inspirations. From social gatherings to intimate dinners, indulge in the relaxed and inviting indoor and outdoor atmosphere while your tastebuds savor the culinary traditions of the west through nostalgic homemade dishes and signature craft cocktails.

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2. Angel Oak

4.4

Awesome(1286)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Santa Barbara

The signature fine dining restaurant located at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, Angel Oak brings elevated California coastal cuisine to the perfect venue. The oceanfront restaurant offers a California Coastal steakhouse menu curated by Chef Diego Seitour.Complementing the Angel Oak dining experience is a premier cocktail program and exclusive wine cellar that houses the restaurant's 5,000-bottle collection. Marriott Bonvoy Members can earn points when staying with us. Please enroll here: https://www.joinmarriottbonvoy.com/uscanqr/s/EN/ch/sbarzFor parties with 8 guests or more a 26% service charge fee will be added to your final bill. For all guests there will be an 8.75% California State tax added to the final bill.

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3. Ca' Dario Cucina Italiana

4.5

Awesome(617)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Goleta

Booked 13 times today

Anything grilled is "divine" and the rest of the menu is "delectable" at the "charming" Italian in Santa Barbara known for its "excellent" execution of "simple" pasta, meats and other classics plus a "fantastic" wine list with many available by the glass; it's a local "favorite", so reservations are a must.

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4. Terra at The Steward Hotel

4.5

Awesome(37)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Goleta

Booked 2 times today

Indulge in food that nourishes and delights at Terra, located inside The Steward Hotel in Santa Barbara. Experience organic and local California cuisine for breakfast and dinner. Local legend celebrates The Steward’s location as the originator of avocado toast. Lunch items are available at our marketplace, perfect for enjoying a picnic in a lush garden setting.Executive Chef Augusto Caudillo brings a wealth of culinary expertise and local knowledge to the heart of Santa Barbara. Graduating from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, he honed his skills in various kitchens, including Fess Parker Wine Country Inn and Lucky’s Steakhouse. Caudillo's passion for food began at a young age, growing amid a large family where meals were a cornerstone of connection and memory-making. Drawing inspiration from both Californian and Mediterranean traditions, Caudillo's dishes offer a tantalizing blend of aesthetics and nutrition — a testament to his love of crafting memorable experiences.

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5. Masala Spice - Goleta

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Goleta

We at masala spice signify the true traditions and culinary treasures of our homeland ,presented to you in our restaurant , where we welcome you to come and try our delicacies , handcrafted by our chef to take you on a soulful journey through our spice mountains and curry streams to the land of incredible flavor and true satisfaction.

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6. Timber's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(125)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Goleta

Booked 3 times today

Timber's Restaurant is an American food outlet which serves fast-food as well as seafood options. The restaurant has a sunny ambience and classic interiors which are very relaxing. The waiting staff at the restaurant is very friendly and cooperative. Timber's Restaurant offers live music for entertainment as well as television and free Wi-Fi. It is a good place to dine at with family and friends (child friendly atmosphere). Timber's Restaurant has a full alcohol bar and serves delicious food. Some of the popular cuisine options include steaks, grilled varieties, burgers, sandwiches, fried chicken, pizza, nachos and tacos. The restaurant also serves mouthwatering dessert options and non-alcoholic beverages.

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7. Woodstock's Pizza - Isla Vista

4.4

Awesome(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Goleta

Legendary taste meets an epic party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza in downtown Isla Vista. Bring your friends for mouth-watering pizza and our famous Wildebread.

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8. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

4.9

Exceptional(5452)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 25 times today

We are delighted to have added additional outdoor seating but Santa Barbara nights are chilly so bring a sweater or light jacket!Fresh, local ingredients, prepared with care. Excellent wines that reflect the quality and character of our region and work in concert with the cuisine. Warm, inviting ambiance, service at a relaxed, leisurely pace. Santa Barbara ‘Wine Country Cuisine’ means we source our ingredients using an ‘as-fresh-and-as-local-as-possible’ approach, with fish from the Santa Barbara Channel and produce from the surrounding countryside. We then take into account how these flavors can be presented in concert with our local wines. We believe you’ll taste the difference. Bon Appètit!

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9. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(5511)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 54 times today

Toma Restaurant and Bar a waterfront bistro, located along Santa Barbara's picturesque Cabrillo Blvd. Experience Santa Barbara waterfront's most romantic restaurant. Savor exquisite Italian and Mediterranean inspired dishes from Santa Barbara's seasonal bounty, supporting our local fisherman, farmers, foragers and food artisans. Pour over local and Italian wines along with a full bar of handcrafted cocktails and spirits. Enjoy warm and attentive service while dining window side with a view of the enchanting Santa Barbara harbor.

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10. OKU

4.8

Exceptional(1776)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Santa Barbara

Booked 66 times today

Tina Takaya, proprietor, welcomes you to our newest two story restaurant on the water. We feel the key to success is our passion for creating the highest quality food and warm friendly service. We hope you will enjoy your experience as much as we enjoyed creating it for you."We want Locals to feel like Family and Visitors to feel like Locals"Our menu draws from Asian favorites that inspire and excite such as Wagyu Steak, Japanese Sushi, Chinese Dumplings, Garlic Noodles and fresh local seafood.We are located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Waterfront and Funk Zone Districts. Come enjoy lunch or dinner, soak in the sun by day at our waterfront rooftop bar while sipping on a refreshing cocktail surrounded by our beautiful ocean vista and by night, enjoy lounging by the fireplace after a delicious meal and a great glass of wine.Our chef uses the freshest ingredients from central coast farmers and local fisherman to create dishes with the best of what California has to offer.

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Tom
California Central Coast •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Consistently great food. We opted to forgo some of our regular favorites and tried some new dishes -- the Chicken Saag and the Fish Moilsee -- and both were excellent.
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Masala Spice - GoletaPrice: Moderate• Indian• Goleta
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5
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James
Atlanta Metro •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 30, 2024
Ambiance was special. Service was impeccable. Food was good - not great. Steak sauce was cold. Sides are needed but large. Took a long time for the entree. Meal seemed expensive for the relative quality.
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Angel OakPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Santa Barbara
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4.4
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Linda
San Francisco Bay Area •51 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Excellent restaurant close to our hotel and freeway. Good food and service. Nice atmosphere. Would definitely return.
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Ca' Dario Cucina ItalianaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Goleta
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4.5
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Deb
Los Angeles •85 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
We started our meal with excellent cocktails. Well-made and delicious. I had the kale salad as an entree. The dressing was so good. My husband had the salmon. Very moist and the accompaniments were interesting and tasty. Josiah was our very accommodating waiter. Nothing we asked was too much. He even had an adffogato concocted for our dessert. The restaurant is bright and airy with a fun ambiance.
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Terra at The Steward HotelPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Goleta
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4.5
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Ben
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 6, 2024
The food was solid and the the service from the staff was outstanding
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Caya RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Barbara
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3.8

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