50 Best American Restaurants in Santa Barbara

“Food is fantastic and so delicious!“

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

“most amazing restaurant I ever been to“

“Great spot for low-key locals.“

“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 🤦🏻‍♀️.“

“triple d, food network, Guy visited it“

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

“This is a great spot in the scenic mountain area of Santa Barbara California. Awesome food and the staff is amazing. Perfect stop for lunch while on a motorcycle ride.“

“Everyone is Very pleasant“

“Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great service and 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!!“

“Best Food in Santa Barbara.12/10 ⭐️’s.“

“Luna’s cafe is absolutely delicious and if you’re looking for a little Mexican flare for your breakfast cravings look no further! We’ve been four times already since they’ve opened and have left each time wanting more. Actually, I take that back, the generous portion sizes left me so stuffed I couldn’t have more if I tried but you get the point.

I have tried so far on the menu the Kayla Scramble, chile relleno scramble, rojo chilaquiles, and the chile verde with pork huevos rancheros.

My wife has gotten the either the rojo or verde chilaquiles each time.

We crave this every weekend and look forward to our many more visits!“

“Who can go wrong with Kyle?“

“I've been spending a lot of time back home due to a parents illness and recent passing.
My sister and I always make a point of getting a burger at Islands. The Mushroom Swiss and a side of Onion rings does the trick. Never a disappointment and we always leave stuffed!“

“Alex is the best! Food is great, and the service is amazing.“

“So good! Nothing else to say!“

“Food, service & location is amazing. Blackened halibut sandwich was delicious.“

“This is A big ass diner! Diner food right on the money! Home cooking, done right. I had the French dip sandwich. It was so tender and yummy. My daughter got the open face turkey sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy. She didn’t talk for 15 minutes while she was eating. We both ordered one drink. One drink, and we were ready to go dance in the street, and sing karaoke! What did they put in them? If you’re ever in Santa Barbara, make sure you go to Joe’s Café. Trust me, I don’t lie.“

“This place was a great find! Delicious food and coffee. We got the avocado toast, breakfast sando, banana toast, and kids scramble. Highly recommend them all. Service was also very good and fast. We were so happy with our breakfast we also ordered lunch to go.“

“sumptuous food. great beers and wine. a favorite place to meet old neighborhood friends every time I visit!“

“Love Love anything that Norbert is involved with. All menu items are super delish.“

“some good shows and supports local punk rock“

“...an absolute must culinary experience! Neptune Radio reporting. ...“

“I had the Louisiana Spicy Sausage and blueberry pancakes. Very good and that sausage was spicy! The seating for a family of 6 (to include a baby in a carrier) was a little challenging and we needed to split between a table and 2 bar stool seats. Overall great service and good food.“

“The vegan burger (plus the combo fries and drink) is amazing. Probably the best clearly-labelled vegan burger you're going to get in the area, since it has a good patty, a good bun, and a delicious thousand island sauce, and the vegan options in IV are lacking… $10 for a vegan burger, fries, and drink is better than almost any place I've been to. Fast service, but you eat in a cafeteria-like setting. Haven't tried the black bean or hummus burger, but I'm sure they're good too. I come here every week as a lunch between my classes.“

“Saint Remy is a cute little spot connected to the Marriott on State St, the restaurant area has such a fun and beachy atmosphere I loved it! I had some yummy poolside drinks and food, and the service was great! Definitely one of my new favorite spots.“

“Good food, good service, comfy and cool atmosphere“

“I came in about 8pm with my family after a long day in the car. My toddlers loved the smash burger and we loved ours as well. The music was great and the servers were very friendly. The curry wurst was just ok, the burgers I would come back for.“

“Great place great beer and great food“

“The best was our master waiter Chris !!
I had been there before and the service was not great .
But i decided i would give it another try since i live in town for the last 40 years...
We were delighted by his excellent service.
We will be back for sure ... Food was still amazing...
Keep the good work Chris(alias Keanu Reeves.)..
you were amazing ,coming from a French couple , that means a lot...Best of luck for your future !
He totally deserve a RAISE !!“

“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.“

“Fantastic food and outdoor party possibilities! Service was slow, 2 bartenders with a line out 2 doors and waitstaff no where to be found. I’d definitely return maybe not on a weekend night, but the food and drinks were great.“

“Great food and service. Beautiful location.“

“Wonderful food. Friendly staff. Beautiful atmosphere.“

“We had our civil ceremony lunch here with our close friends and family and we had an amazing time. From the planning process with Anthony, Assistant Director of Food and Beverage, to our waiter Jake, and Manager Sabit, the staff were all attentive and really accommodating. As soon as we got there, the staff came out and introduced themselves which we appreciated. We had one special request for a Vegan dish and the Chef went above and beyond to accommodate. Overall, the food and drinks were amazing. Huge thank you for making our special day that much more memorable. We will definitely come back. Thanks all!“

“Intermezzo by Wine Cask is a true gem! The restaurant boasts a stunning atmosphere with gorgeous decor and perfectly set lighting, creating a wonderful ambiance. The service we received was truly phenomenal – our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience even better. We tried the pizza, fries, and chicken, and each dish was outstanding. The quality of the food was evident, and everything tasted incredible. This was an amazing experience, and we can't wait to return. Highly recommend!“

“Hello Page Administrator, We regret to inform you that your page is scheduled for permanent deletion due to violations of our trademark rights. This decision has been made after careful consideration and in compliance with our user protection policies. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions or wish to contest this decision, please contact us through our page: Mike be Best regards, Mike_bee“

“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!“

“Friendly staff. Great Happy Hour specials.“

“A great place for celebrating! You always have a great experience at The Palace“

“Hi I enjoyed it very much thank“

“I've been going to the Blue Owl with my daughters since it opened. The food is fantastic. The vibe is the closest to being in a late night New York eater. I always feel home here. And of course I love the Tuesday night open mic comedy. A staple in the Santa Barbara Comedy Scene.“

“I’ll be honest. I could have eaten anything in Santa Barbara. I hadn’t eaten anything since 9am and it was 5pm when I arrived in Santa Barbara. I walked one mile away because of the great things I heard about Jill’s Place. And you know what? I was not disappointed! I was stoked and impressed greatly 🥰😁 I had two wonderful, dazzling, and sweet waitresses (lucky me!). I was served a yummy chicken breast sandwich and it was the best one I had ever! No seriously! It wasn’t too salty and the bread was golden brown and ready to be munched on. The tator tots had the perfect texture. It’s almost as I had food from some amazing restaurant, which, hello, I did 😅 The place was packed, since it was Fiesta, but I imagine it always is. It sucks I live 45 minutes from this great establishment. The atmosphere was fun and a little country, but I love that. It’s casual, and not some elegant place like Lucky’s is. I’d still show up in a suit, if I could and would. Definitely check this place out and ask for the two blonde sisters who work there. They’ll dazzle you with their charm and diction 😉 Hope to be back again one day!“

“What a treat! This restaurant was conveniently located near our hotel, and we’re so glad we stopped by. The pistachio-crusted salmon was absolutely amazing—cooked to perfection and now my favorite type of crusted fish!

My husband had the smashburger and really enjoyed it. Just a heads-up: the burger doesn’t come with a side, so be sure to order one.

Their happy hour drinks were fantastic—strong margaritas and great deals! Our waiter was awesome, and the service overall was excellent. Bonus points for being super dog-friendly—they even have a dog menu! Highly recommend this spot for a great meal and atmosphere!“

“We made a pit stop in Santa Barbara on our way back down to South Bay and found this little gem. The owners were very sweet, and the food got the spot. It's a sandwich shop, nothing fancy, but delicious and cheap. Pity I didn't take any photos inside.“

“If you are looking for an Amazing And Beautiful event venue for a wedding reception, a birthday party, a bachelorette, or any occasion venue. I Highly Highly recommend State and Fig in Santa Barbara! From planning to execution, Patrick and Serina made my niece’s wedding Perfect! I don’t use Perfect lightly, as I am known to be critical and a perfectionist especially when it comes to events. They made my niece's wedding planning experience so easy, from booking the venue to providing Customized menu options, and ALWAYS received quick responses any time we had questions as well as added personal touches of their own to the wedding. Serina and Patrick were extremely helpful, detailed, and knowledgeable and knew exactly what we wanted and how they could help. On the wedding day, The whole staff was very friendly, attentive, communicative, accommodating, Extremely helpful, and responsive, from assisting with centerpiece decorations, to serving hors d’oeuvres Always with a smile, making sure Each and Every guest was taken care of throughout the night, I was very impressed! Now for the food, EXCEPTIONAL, the taste was phenomenal, the meat was tender, the salmon was cooked perfectly, Nothing was over/undercooked, so delicious and the guests would not stop talking about how good the hors d’oeuvre and main courses were! Thank you, Serina, Patrick, and your staff from the bottom of our hearts for helping to make my niece’s wedding day beyond wonderful, and Perfect! We certainly will be back even for a weekend getaway! 😊“

“We enjoyed the Thanksgiving Buffet, it was DELICIOUS!! 🦃🥰❤️“

“Such an accommodating place! Good service, a diverse, delicious well priced menu, and convenient! Wish they were open longer in the day.“