The tasting menu is the same as the regular menu. Save yourself a ton of money and just make a normal reservation. You'll get more food too. So disappointed!
Kira
The ricotta dumplings. No words. Everything was amazing here, from the food to the staff. Will most certainly be back.
James
The food was tasty but not enough of it, promoted as small shareable plates was true for 2 people but not 4. The server should have guided us to order duplicates when she made sure we put in our entire order so the kitchen could pace. The kitchen must have been overwhelmed as well as the sever as there was poor pacing and forgotten courses. The bbq platter was very good as was the crudo but the overall experience was lacking.
GAIL
We had a wonderful experience at Barbareno. Our waiter was outstanding! He was very attentive and engaging. The fried chicken is out of this world!
Michelle
Patio dining was lovely. Food was as as delicious as billed and flavors and texture did not disappoint. We ordered two smaller plates and two half-platters - we should have only gotten one half platter for two of us, but we wanted to try both the chicken and the tri tip. We've never had such tender meat and the chicken was fried to perfection. Cole was a friendly, engaged and informative server. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Valerie
Bbq tri tip and crudo were incredible. Service was also top notch. Baked California had hints of marijuana which was not my favorite but the brownie was fantastic. We will be back!
Jan
Food is inventive, taking chances but usually succeeding. Service is excellent, and the room is comfortable, though seats are a bit hard (are cushions not fashionable?). Liked the Whitcraft Pinot Noir a lot, and we had just the right amount of food with bread & spread (definitely not just "bread," ranchero scotch eggs, homemade gnocchi in a Stepladder Creamery fonduta, finishing with the crispy pork belly with a couple lean pork-filled beignets. They do great food here without any stuffiness about it. Celebrating a high-digit birthday, so we were treated to a cup of strawberry semi-freddo with a candle on top. Only downside was the overwhelmingly noisy room. I know that's hard to control, but it seems to be a growing issue here and elsewhere. We usually eat in the outdoor patio, but it was a rainy November night and an indoor table seemed best, noise and all.
Marisa
Been coming to this restaurant; food, service and ambience consistently great. Always a great experience every time even through Covid. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Glenn
This was our first time dining at Barbareno and we're sorry we didn't find this neighborhood gem sooner! The meal was well prepared and plated. The service was engaging and friendly. Thanks Team Barbareno- we'll be back soon!
Jake Halsey
Food was heavily disappointing. It’s presented well but lacked flavor across all the dishes minus the bread. Food was extremely expensive for small portions and if the bites were good could be worth it, but unfortunately each was bland.
Our evening started with a great host seating my husband and I outside on the patio. He immediately adjusted a heater to make us more comfortable and asked about allergies and diet restrictions. The wine recommendations were perfect with our house special bread, and perfect beet salad which we shared. Delicious and delicate taste. The main entree was the house special tri-tip, served with local beans, which is a special dish made extra special with seasoning specifically tailored to the beef. Amazing. I will look forward to recommending this restaurant as well as returning in the future.
Thomas
After more than a decade the food remains outstanding, inventive, varied, and very tasty, having returned to form of late. Gracious and friendly service. Agreeable setting. We don't eat out much but when we do we want an experience of the calibre offered by Barbareno.
Nicky Byrne
#1 in SB - best dinner 🏆
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Darcy
This place is always amazing!! They mentioned they had a new grill guy and it got me worried but wow it was probably one of the best burgers I have had at Barbareño! The time before this burger, I had the tri-tip for the first time because I normally order the burgers and the tri-tip was so so good !! I'm telling you this is not a place to miss! I love the patio seating the best but it is all good! Amazing service and love go into this food!!
Mike Jones
This was my favorite dinner place in Santa Barbara. Small plates easy to share so you can try a few of their awesome dishes
The tasting menu is the same as the regular menu. Save yourself a ton of money and just make a normal reservation. You'll get more food too. So disappointed!
The ricotta dumplings. No words. Everything was amazing here, from the food to the staff. Will most certainly be back.
The food was tasty but not enough of it, promoted as small shareable plates was true for 2 people but not 4. The server should have guided us to order duplicates when she made sure we put in our entire order so the kitchen could pace. The kitchen must have been overwhelmed as well as the sever as there was poor pacing and forgotten courses. The bbq platter was very good as was the crudo but the overall experience was lacking.
We had a wonderful experience at Barbareno. Our waiter was outstanding! He was very attentive and engaging. The fried chicken is out of this world!
Patio dining was lovely. Food was as as delicious as billed and flavors and texture did not disappoint. We ordered two smaller plates and two half-platters - we should have only gotten one half platter for two of us, but we wanted to try both the chicken and the tri tip. We've never had such tender meat and the chicken was fried to perfection. Cole was a friendly, engaged and informative server. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Bbq tri tip and crudo were incredible. Service was also top notch. Baked California had hints of marijuana which was not my favorite but the brownie was fantastic. We will be back!
Food is inventive, taking chances but usually succeeding. Service is excellent, and the room is comfortable, though seats are a bit hard (are cushions not fashionable?). Liked the Whitcraft Pinot Noir a lot, and we had just the right amount of food with bread & spread (definitely not just "bread," ranchero scotch eggs, homemade gnocchi in a Stepladder Creamery fonduta, finishing with the crispy pork belly with a couple lean pork-filled beignets. They do great food here without any stuffiness about it. Celebrating a high-digit birthday, so we were treated to a cup of strawberry semi-freddo with a candle on top. Only downside was the overwhelmingly noisy room. I know that's hard to control, but it seems to be a growing issue here and elsewhere. We usually eat in the outdoor patio, but it was a rainy November night and an indoor table seemed best, noise and all.
Been coming to this restaurant; food, service and ambience consistently great. Always a great experience every time even through Covid. I highly recommend this restaurant.
This was our first time dining at Barbareno and we're sorry we didn't find this neighborhood gem sooner! The meal was well prepared and plated. The service was engaging and friendly. Thanks Team Barbareno- we'll be back soon!
Food was heavily disappointing. It’s presented well but lacked flavor across all the dishes minus the bread. Food was extremely expensive for small portions and if the bites were good could be worth it, but unfortunately each was bland.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
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Our evening started with a great host seating my husband and I outside on the patio. He immediately adjusted a heater to make us more comfortable and asked about allergies and diet restrictions. The wine recommendations were perfect with our house special bread, and perfect beet salad which we shared. Delicious and delicate taste. The main entree was the house special tri-tip, served with local beans, which is a special dish made extra special with seasoning specifically tailored to the beef. Amazing. I will look forward to recommending this restaurant as well as returning in the future.
After more than a decade the food remains outstanding, inventive, varied, and very tasty, having returned to form of late. Gracious and friendly service. Agreeable setting. We don't eat out much but when we do we want an experience of the calibre offered by Barbareno.
#1 in SB - best dinner 🏆
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is always amazing!! They mentioned they had a new grill guy and it got me worried but wow it was probably one of the best burgers I have had at Barbareño! The time before this burger, I had the tri-tip for the first time because I normally order the burgers and the tri-tip was so so good !! I'm telling you this is not a place to miss! I love the patio seating the best but it is all good! Amazing service and love go into this food!!
This was my favorite dinner place in Santa Barbara. Small plates easy to share so you can try a few of their awesome dishes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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