Opal Restaurant & Bar

4.8

1807 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

We have inside and limited outdoor sidewalk dining. If you prefer to sit outside, please indicate that with your reservation request.
To accommodate our second seating, early parties should plan for a maximum stay of 1.5 to 2hrs, depending on party size. Please call 805 966 9676 for more details.
A popular local’s favorite, opal restaurant & bar’s Eclectic California Cuisine fuses creative world cuisine influences with American Regional touches, from a 14 oz. Herb-Grilled Ribeye Steak on Tuscan White Beans, to Fresh Pan-Seared Fish & Seafood, Homemade Pastas, Gourmet Pizzas, fresh Baked Breads, imaginative Salads, & Homemade Desserts.
We have a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, & a full bar with seasonal Craft Cocktails.
Our entire dining room staff assists to take care of each table, enabling exceptional service in a warm engaging manner, properly nuanced to your mood & taste. Our staff genuinely cares about giving you the best possible experience!

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Fusion / Eclectic, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(805) 966-9676
Website
http://opalrestaurantandbar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Felipe Barajas
Private party facilities
We can accommodate 45+ guests on one side of the restaurant, and 65+ on the other : 110 total. Either side reservable for semi or private dining.To book a large group or banquet (15 or more guests), contact our banquet management team by clicking on the Banquet inquiries tab on our website and filling out the Banquet Contact Form there.

Location
1325 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2609
Neighborhood
Santa Barbara
Cross street
Sola Street
Parking details
Street Parking available on Sola Street and State Street. There is also a large public lot on Chapala Street between Victoria and Sola Streets, and a lot on the corner of Chapala and Sola Streets
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Mixed Gourmet Greens$15.95
Campari tomatoes, toasted pinenuts, herb vinaigrette
Butter Lettuce Gorgonzola$16.95
Shaved red onions, herb vinaigrette
Opal Classic Caesar$16.95
Fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, garlic herb croutons
Beets and Pear Salad$18.95
On baby arugula and watercress, with candied pecans, gorgonzola, and our honey balsamic vinaigrette
Eggplant Portobello Mushroom$19.95
Mixed greens, goat cheese-pesto crostini, and cilantro infused extra virgin olive oil
Bay Scallop Spinach Salad$20.95
Toasted pinenuts, fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano, baby spinach, and roasted garlic dressing
Portobello Mushroom App$17.95
Truffle oil, balsamic reduction, truffle butter aioli
Asian Glazed Flash Fried Calamari$20.95
Arugula and watercress, almonds, crispy Asian noodles
Black Pepper Crust Ahi App$20.95
Amazuki salad, crispy wontons, wasabi cream
Salmon Soft Tacos$22.95
Warm flour tortillas, pico de gallo, guacamole, shredded red and green cabbage, onion strings
Duck Confit Ravioli App$20.95
Toasted hazelnuts, sun-dried cherries, sage brown butter sauce
Pan Seared Crab Cake$22.95
Tender wild red deepsea crabmeat cake, sesame beurre blanc, wasabi cream, fresh mango salsa, crispy potato strings
Shredded Phyllo Wrapped Prawns$20.95
Coconut curry dipping sauce, napa cabbage, mandarins, toasted almonds, julienne vegetables, sesame vinaigrette
Sea Scallop AngelHair App$26.95
Angel hair pasta, watercress, avocado, roasted red pepper vinaigrette
Soup Of The Day$10.95

Entrees Delivery

Vegetable Napoleon$22.95
Gorgonzola potato cake, wild mushrooms, grilled portobello mushroom, grilled eggplant, sauteed garlic spinach, grilled polenta, roasted red peppers, roasted tomato sauce, fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Chicken Chipotle Penne Pasta$26.95
Delicately sauteed pieces of chicken, Caramelized onions, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, sweet basil, and fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Sauteed Chicken Penne Pasta in a Picatta Sauce$26.95
Delicately sauteed pieces of chicken tossed in a Lemon beurre blanc with cream, tomatoes, garlic, capers, cilantro, and Parmigano-Reggiano
Basil Fettuccine & Shrimp$26.95
Pesto, tomatoes, fire roasted red peppers, and smoked mozzarella cream sauce
Filet Angel Hair Pasta$33.95
Extra virgin olive oil, tomatoes, wild mushrooms, roasted garlic, basil, fresh herbs and fresh grated Parmesan
Flat Iron Steak$39.95
Marinated and grilled with fresh seasonal vegetables, horseradish whipped Yukon Gold potatoes, pancetta cipollini onion sauce
14 Oz Ribeye Steak$57.95
Tuscan white beans, garlic herb butter, and fresh seasonal vegetables
Australian Lamb Chops$49.95
Sauteed garlic spinach, whipped potatoes, rosemary sweet onion zinfandel sauce
Grilled Chicken with Wild Mushrooms$28.95
On herb risotto, with caramelized onions, seasonal vegetables, and a roasted tomato Marsala cream sauce
Goat Cheese Pesto filled Grilled Chicken Roulade Salad$22.95
On baby arugula and watercress, with avocado, tomatoes, and herb vinaigrette (entree size)
Honey Glazed Duck Breast$37.95
Butternut squash risotto, baby roasted root vegetables, and port wine demi glace
Chilean Seabass$48.95
Blackened, mild jalapeño cilantro cream sauce, fresh herb risotto, seasonal vegetables, and roasted com wild mushroom salsa
- MEAT & FISH TEMPS$0.00
Lemon Grass Thai Salmon Filet$38.95
Thai curry sauce, sauteed julienne vegetables, caramelized apple, and orange basmati rice
Warm Seafood Salad$27.95
Fresh baby spinach, gourmet greens sauteed shrimp, salmon, bay scallops, campari tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and roasted garlic dressing
Shrimp Pizza$23.95
Pesto, baby spinach, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Smoked Chicken Pizza$22.95
Smoked mozzarella and a chipotle glaze, tomatoes, shaved red onions, and fresh cilantro
Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Pizza$23.95
Pesto, tomatoes, garlic spinach, shaved red onions, and smoked mozzarella
Wild Mushroom Pizza$21.95
Pesto, goat cheese, smoked mozzarella, caramelized onions, red tomato, arugula, watercress, truffle sea salt
Duck Confit Pizza$23.95
Pesto, caramelized onion, grilled pear, tomato, Gorgonzola, and smoked mozzarella
Wild Mushroom Risotto$26.95
Fresh asparagus, artichokes, toasted walnuts, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cream and truffle oil
Opal's Paella in a Rich Roasted Tomato Garlic and Herb Broth$38.95
Bay scallops, mussels, shrimp, chicken, chorizo, sausage, saffron rice, tomatoes, cilantro, and Anaheim chiles in a garlic herb broth

Desserts Delivery

"Like Water for Chocolate" Surprise$12.95
Hint: Belgian Chocolate and Raspberries
Chocolate Pecan Tart$11.95
With fresh whipped cream and vanilla bean creme anglaise
Meyer Lemon Tartlet$11.95
Meyer lemon sabayon mousse with creme anglaise and fresh berries
Opal's Cheesecake$12.95

What 1,807 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
Californian
Santa Barbara
Best Overall
Santa Barbara
Best Food
Santa Barbara
Best Service
Santa Barbara
Best Value
Santa Barbara
Great for fine wines
Santa Barbara
Good for special occasions
Santa Barbara
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Opal Restaurant & Bar offers a "wonderful experience" with its "fantastic food" and "excellent service." Diners rave about the "varied and sumptuous menu," featuring highlights like Chilean sea bass and duck ravioli. The atmosphere is "fun and friendly," making it a "locals favorite." A perfect spot for celebrations or a laid-back dinner.

1,807 Reviews

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Brittany
VIP
Portland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely experience on State Street in Santa Barbara! Attentive service, delicious food (scallops appetizer was delicious!) and lovely ambience. Will be back!
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Dennis
VIP
Central Coast
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Opal is a favorite place for locals. The food and service always exceeds our high expectations. What a terrific staff!!!
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Larry
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was my wife's Birthday. We thought the Opal Restaurant experience was very special. It was our first time there.
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Brian
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and service. Love this place. The duck and the lamb are amazing!
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Patrick
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff were exceptional! My reservation was at 5 o’clock, or so I thought. It turns out it was 545 but, they found us accommodations early. Thank you for correcting my oversight! The waiters servers and even the food were excellent. Thank you for the experience!
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Carrie
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and good service. Really looked the sea bass and the vegetables that came with it were very nicely done
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Steve
VIP
Central Coast
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always have a good experience here. Friendly staff, great food.
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Jane
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants in Santa Barbara. We have been a few times for special occasions and it has always been fabulous. Great food and service and cosy atmosphere.
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Kelly
VIP
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service. We will definitely go back!
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Valorie
Los Angeles
123 reviews
5.0
123 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Opal has been a favorite restaurant of mine for over 10 years now. Wonderful ambience, varied and delicious food, great wine menu, and professional and friendly staff. Bravo once again, Opal, for another great meal!
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FAQs

Opal Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 966-9676.

Opal Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 1807 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1325 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2609

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Sola Street
Neighborhood
Santa Barbara
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Fusion / Eclectic, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking available on Sola Street and State Street. There is also a large public lot on Chapala Street between Victoria and Sola Streets, and a lot on the corner of Chapala and Sola Streets
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Felipe Barajas
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://opalrestaurantandbar.com/
Phone number
(805) 966-9676
Private party facilities
We can accommodate 45+ guests on one side of the restaurant, and 65+ on the other : 110 total. Either side reservable for semi or private dining.To book a large group or banquet (15 or more guests), contact our banquet management team by clicking on the Banquet inquiries tab on our website and filling out the Banquet Contact Form there.

Opal Restaurant & Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Herb Grilled Filet Mignon

Bay Scallop Spinach Salad

Filet Angel Hair Pasta

Starters Delivery

Mixed Gourmet Greens$15.95

Butter Lettuce Gorgonzola$16.95

Opal Classic Caesar$16.95

Beets and Pear Salad$18.95

Eggplant Portobello Mushroom$19.95

Bay Scallop Spinach Salad$20.95

Portobello Mushroom App$17.95

Asian Glazed Flash Fried Calamari$20.95

Black Pepper Crust Ahi App$20.95

Salmon Soft Tacos$22.95

Duck Confit Ravioli App$20.95

Pan Seared Crab Cake$22.95

Shredded Phyllo Wrapped Prawns$20.95

Sea Scallop AngelHair App$26.95

Soup Of The Day$10.95

Entrees Delivery

Vegetable Napoleon$22.95

Chicken Chipotle Penne Pasta$26.95

Sauteed Chicken Penne Pasta in a Picatta Sauce$26.95

Basil Fettuccine & Shrimp$26.95

Filet Angel Hair Pasta$33.95

Flat Iron Steak$39.95

14 Oz Ribeye Steak$57.95

Australian Lamb Chops$49.95

Grilled Chicken with Wild Mushrooms$28.95

Goat Cheese Pesto filled Grilled Chicken Roulade Salad$22.95

Honey Glazed Duck Breast$37.95

Chilean Seabass$48.95

Lemon Grass Thai Salmon Filet$38.95

Warm Seafood Salad$27.95

Shrimp Pizza$23.95

Smoked Chicken Pizza$22.95

Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Pizza$23.95

Wild Mushroom Pizza$21.95

Duck Confit Pizza$23.95

Wild Mushroom Risotto$26.95

Opal's Paella in a Rich Roasted Tomato Garlic and Herb Broth$38.95

Desserts Delivery

"Like Water for Chocolate" Surprise$12.95

Chocolate Pecan Tart$11.95

Meyer Lemon Tartlet$11.95

Opal's Cheesecake$12.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Opal Restaurant & Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Opal Restaurant & Bar restaurant rated?

Is Opal Restaurant & Bar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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