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- PPedroVIPNew York City •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoCa’ Dario in Montecito is the best italian dining experience on this side of the world. Wonderful food, top notch service and great vibe. Well done to the Ca’Dario Team lead by Mr. Fernando Gomes, who welcomes everyone always with a friendly smile. Highly recommend.More infoCa Dario MontecitoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Montecito•4.8
- SStephanieVIPNew York City •7 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoCame for a work holiday celebration and the staff were so wonderful and accommodating. We had a wonderful meal and everyone was so happy to be there! Thank you to the entire team, we will definitely do it again.More infoLOCAL MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito•4.7
- JJasonPortland / Oregon •16 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOur first visit to Lilac as former California residents in Santa Barbara on vacation. Excellent service, clearly well trained and highly focused on delivering exceptional dining. Our wait staff team provided great suggestions and was attentive without being invasive. The food was excellent all around, high quality, classically prepared, and delivered on all fronts. Ambiance was perfect, understated, lively jazz, and dinner appropriate lighting. A perfect date night end to our quick vacation.More infoLilac MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Montecito•4.7
- LLorenVIPLos Angeles •7 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoThe most phenomenal meal and filet we’ve ever had. 10/10 for special occasion dinner.More infoLucky'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Montecito•4.8
- LLaurieVIPNew York City •73 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoClark’s is so good! The oysters and fish selections change every day. The staff is very nice and super knowledgeable. Great addition as indicated by crowds every night!More infoClark's Oyster Bar - MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito•4.4
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Montecito is one of the wealthiest areas in the United States. Many celebrities make their homes here, and it features one of the most ideal microclimates available in the state of California. This means that everything on offer in the area is extremely high-end, and the food is some of the best available in the state. Some of the upscale establishments here are owned by famous filmmakers and stars of the screen. You can take advantage of the wealth in the area by enjoying the food served to the rich and famous. Try something from a local bakery or one of the celebrity-owned restaurants. Even the diner food is classy in Montecito. If Italian is your thing, you'll sate your appetite in Montecito. Mexican establishments abound here, and you'll also find some pizza joints if you're on a budget.
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As of Dec 23, 2024 there are 12 restaurants in Montecito. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.
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