50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Montecito

“We just came back from Europe last July. We dined in The Ledbury by Chef Brett Graham, and at The Dorchester by Alain Ducasse, also at four different Michelin Star restaurants in Montpellier, and finally at Bistrot64 by Chef Giacomo Zezza and La Pergola by Chef Heinz Beck in Rome. I am not listing all these restaurants to brag but just to make the readers aware that I am a food enhusiast (in my opinion). Dining at Caruso’s again, my impression? The over-all experience was SUPERB! It was really a THREE-Michelin Star experience! Whenever we dine in these kinds of restaurants, I am always searching for the surprise effect in my palate. One of my favorite movies is the cartoon about a Rat Chef, Ratatouille, when he was describing the mélange of food in his palate and fireworks appeared in his mind, and when the scary critic was brought back to his childhood after he had the first bite of this simple peasant dish ratatouille, those are some scenes that come to mind. The meals are like that in Caruso, they are exceptional! Of course, I have to mention the impeccable service of everybody particularly of our main waiter Alejandro and his assistant Ana, and the Sommelier of the night, forgot his name but he looks like Tom Cruise. And the ambiance? Oh, our view was the beautiful pink sunset across the Pacific and the gentle waves of the ocean. Caruso should have attained the Three Michelin Star status already!“

“Excellent wine tasting experience, lots of history . The wine consultant was very friendly. I will come again and reccomend.“

“We have eaten here several times before. Always a pleasure, with excellent service and great food. My meal was excellent, but my husband said his soup's vegetables were hard, not even al dente. I didn't have any, so can't speak to that. The rest of meal and desserts were, as always fabulous and that is why we keep coming back! Plus their waitstaff are the best💕 Someone has taught them all correct service standards that are rare to find today! Great job to all🙋‍♀️👏👍“

“ok so this right here is the craziest tasting food in all of the land of sb for me i get the sesame beef and the orange chicken and the Mongolian beef holy smokes I call it all candy meat like never go to panda express again type flavors 10 stars out of 5 in portions taste and quality real classy atmosphere as well please try this place its out of this world ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Had a fantastic dinner at Lucky's recently! We ordered the by strip with Roquefort cheese (highly recommend) as well the shrimp cocktail & crab cocktail which were also very good! Service was a standout with our very friendly waiter Eric, and Diego was amazing! We had a small baby and Diego checked in very frequently to make sure we were good and went above and beyond to give us great recs, and even bring us items to elevate our experience!

Overall the vibe of this steakhouse, service, and food made for a very fun night as we were celebrating a milestone in our lives. We thought the molten cake and coconut cake were just ok, but the martini was also excellent“

“Good Food - especially the Paella“

“Nice bar ( take any seat ) order at the counter. Good vibes from the live DJ on the board walk. Delicious Sprizz!“

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“Food is fantastic and so delicious!“

“We traveled from Irvine California to santa barbara and had dinner here. They have variety of choices on vegetarian food. I really liked tikki, dal makhani. paneer tika and complimentary carrot halwa.
Joban and hritik's warm service made our evening more special.
We loved everything here.“

“good portions in the tacos. very tasty and fast service. the line seems overwhelming at first but moves fast. Will definitely be back, when in the area.“

“Our server,Cole R, was awesome-very informed and articulate. Food was amazing-cannot overstate the incredible preparation and presentation of the prime rib!“

“The food was amazing as was the service. The patio seating was beautiful and dog friendly!! We will definitely be coming back on our next visit!“

“This place is great! My non-vegan family members loved it, too! Delicious desserts, also! Definitely recommend!“

“The food was excellent“

“EVERYTHING!!!! Amazing food, super amazing staff, clean….and ABSOLUTELY delicious!!!! 🤗“

“Maiz Picante catered our wedding recently and did a phenomenal job! Not only were they professional, but the food was outstanding. We got nonstop praises about the food and service. I will definitely be using them again when we have another event. Otherwise, I try and support them whenever we are in town. They are friendly, professional, and know their food!“

“Good food 👍 Great service!“

“Great service, delicious food and nice atmosphere. The guys who was playing guitar on a street was fantastic 🤗!“

“It’s the perfect combination of almost incandescently beautiful (at sunset, it’s off the charts), great energy (you can feel it vibrating) and good food. We love this place for date nights (stand at the bar, sit outside when your table is ready, rejoice if the wait is >30 minutes because you get that time together, here) and for out of town guests (I mean does it get more Santa Barbara?). The Poke is epic. And generous. And on the other side of the coin so is the burger. Who needs more?“

“Ensaladas y mariscos en realidad todo está riquísimo“

“Stopped to charge the car nearby and had lunch. Food was fantastic! Highly recommend the meatloaf and double toad in the hole! Hash browns were crispy and buttery. Will be back when we’re in town next! ❤️“

“This restaurant offers a huge variety of drinks and food. The drinks are well prepared. The food is delicious and presented in a delicate manner. We had the Peruvian ceviche served with banana chips and the Spanish potatoes. The Peruvian Ceviche was prepared very well!“

“I’ve really enjoyed everything I’ve ordered from here, including the jalapeño poppers, chicken and waffles, and the pot pies! Seriously well done, and the prices are super affordable for Santa Barbara too.“

“We went because we saw you on Diner Drive in and Dives. We've always we wanted to try a restaurant previewed on this show but they were all back east or mid west to far for dinner. So when we saw this In our own back yard we were in. Amazing food great atmosphere staff impressive and cocktails yummy too. Some many great options too. DEFINITELY coming back. thanks Bettina.😘“

“Best tacos ever! Great variety“

“This was an experience of a lifetime. Everything was amazing and I couldn’t recommend it more. Cheers“

“Great food and service. Beautiful location.“

“I recently dined at this Chinese restaurant and was very impressed. The service stood out right away — the staff were warm, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. They made thoughtful recommendations and were quick to accommodate special requests without hesitation.

As for the food, it’s refreshingly authentic compared to many places in the area. The flavors are well-balanced, not watered down or overly sweetened to fit a “Westernized” palate. Dishes tasted like what you’d expect in China, with the right seasonings, textures, and cooking techniques. Even small details, like the way the vegetables were prepared and the depth of flavor in the broths and sauces, showed a true commitment to traditional Chinese cooking.

If you’re looking for genuine Chinese cuisine served with great hospitality, this is a place worth coming back to again and again.“

“I had a main course of chicken, a side of rice, and a dessert (a panne cotta variation) and mixed drinks. Using Indonesian & Vietnamese flavors, the chicken & rice succeeded deliciously! I sat outdoors by a fire and enjoyed the street scene -- State St., Santa Barbara. Nothing could match that evening since the theater district experienced magic at next door Granada Theater, however, you can create your own magic at Sama Sama!“

“The Yukon Gold Cinnamon Roll is a DON’T MISS ITEM! The best cinnamon roll I’ve EVER had! The Dirty Fries were amazing. The Shrimp Cocktail - the best part was the sauce 🤦🏻‍♀️.“

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“The pan-seared peppercorn-crusted filet mignon with potatoes au gratin and sautéed asparagus were as good as I've had anywhere. Thick, small and perfectly cooked medium-rare. And the thinly-sliced tomato salad was the perfect starter. We brought our own wine, but their in-house selection is outstanding. The staff were all extremely courteous and helpful. Our waiter, Dominic, was professional and attentive, and we never felt rushed. We enjoyed a two and a half hour anniversary dinner in a lovely outdoor setting and will definitely revisit when we're back in Santa Barbara! Thanks to everyone at Bouchon for a very special evening.“

“One of the best lunches we’ve ever had! This place is a very happy surprise. My husband and I shared the crispy chicken sandwich and macho salad. Both choices were fantastic.

The chicken sandwich was very well balanced. The bread was very light and didn’t overwhelm the sandwich and the spicy slaw, Swiss cheese, and tomato complimented the crispy chicken.

The macho salad was very unique with the dates, chicken, goat cheese, avocado, almonds, tomatoes and greens lightly dressed in a vinaigrette and the most amazing corn bread croutons.

We had to finish every last bite even though the portions were generous as it was just too good!“

“Absolutely delicious! Had the steak eggs Benedict. Liked it so much came back a second time and got the breakfast croissant.“

“good Mexican food.. burrito's n tacos off the chain!!!“

“Everyone is Very pleasant“

“Great lunch and very comfortable“

“Delicious Margaritas - Amazing food and service. 5 ⭐️“

“Nice atmosphere, delicious food!“

“Food was great! We tried the sweet breads- my favorite, lobster gnocchi-daughters fave, ramen-good, scallops-super lite and fresh, and the catch of the day-very tasty. The amazing menu doesn’t necessarily lend itself to picky kid eaters (my son) but he loved the catch of the day with the sauce on the side. The food took a while as they were pretty busy so the manager comp’d 2 desserts which were both spectacular! We will be back!!“

“Attention to detail and fresh look“

“Excellent experience. Highly recommend. Will return again.“

“Friendly staff. Great Happy Hour specials.“

“Had a long and jacked up trip in to the Santa Barbara area. Had an early supper/dinner at Lure. Happy hour Old Fashions for $10! I did a full three course meal figuring I’d have leftovers. I was wrong. Was so happy I took some chowder to go. Everything was delicious, perfectly prepared and the service was dynamite! Can’t wait to go back!“

“California Pasta is our regular go to for office lunches during the week simply because there's not one thing on the menu that isn't absolutely delicious! The portions are also super generous, so everyone has leftovers for dinner which is a nice bonus too! We love the food, and the service is always prompt and friendly! If you're downtown, it is the best place for tasty pastas and sandwiches! Highly recommend!!“

“ambience and stuff are very friendly. food tastes amazing 😋👌 good non alcoholic beverages 🍹🧋“

“Awesome meal with the finest ingredients! Romantic evening with the wife.“

“Never had tapas like these! Loved it! So sad we live in Europe…would go there everyday! It was soooo jummy!“

“Another great visit to Jamie Slone Wines. Always an enjoyable experience. Jamie and Kym are friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. I always learn something new as an aspiring vinophile!
And then there are the wines. Everything I've had at JSW is amazing.
Be sure and stop by when you are in Santa Barbara. You won't be disappointed!“