Convivo Restaurant & Bar

901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara
(805) 845-6789

Recent Reviews

Alexa C.

Such a beautiful spot by the beach. The indoor seating is still very nice, but the outdoor view is beautiful, especially on a nice, warm day. The food is very good, I've been here for both Brunch and dinner. You can't go wrong with any of the items. Only reason I give them 4 stars, is I wish their plates had a bit more flavor. Service is always quick and helpful.

Dakota S.

The bartender Nelson makes the best lattes and mojo Jojo's. He also provides phenomenal service and knowledge of the menu.

Alison K.

food was ok, pretty simple. not the most authentic dishes. service was good but it's a loud and crowded restaurant. good place to come with friends but wouldn't recommend for a romantic meal

Danny R.

Nelson is probably the best and funniest bartender I've ever had an encounter with. My wife and I have travelled from state to state having an enjoyable time but the bar at convivo will remain on our minds from the amazing customer service and hospitality we received. We had amazing drinks and Nelson gave us great recommendations for our anniversary dinner. Thank you for a 10/10 experience!

Jennie Turton

Love, love, love this place! I'm never disappointed by their food or ambiance!Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free options available

Steven Stein

Wonderful food. Beautiful patio. Great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Our Focaccia, Carrots

Natalie Ross

My wife and I decided to take out our best friends to dinner. We wanted to go "all out" and treat our friends to a special night out. We chose Convivo after reading many reviews and when I say they didn't disappoint my goodness, we just wanted more, more and more. We arrived early to chill at the bar and have a couple drinks. Nelson was very welcoming and super funny. He provided great recommendations and explained the Convivo way. Basically, order everything, share, and keep going until you can't go anymore! The Jiji Spritz with Yuzu infused sake, Mojo with spicy passion fruit and cream of coconut, barrel aged Negroni aged over a month were literally the best drink we have ever experienced, no joke. The drink list is stupid good. The carpaccio, flat bread, chicken liver, and crudo are a must have, complete food orgasm. Rich the general manager complimented us on our choices, we loved meeting him and feeling his passion for his job. Well, the passion was felt when he recommended their speakeasy drink that literally comes to the table inside a treasure chest full of apple wood smoke and perfectly decorated with moss and flowers, local bourbon with grand Mariner caramel!! And, an over the top tiki drink served in a 5lb copper owl mug called, wait for it such an amazing name, "Owl Be Sure"! Rich also recommended sharing a pasta dish, amazing idea, and the chefs favorite the grilled mixed seafood platter. Thank you Convivo for blowing the doors off, we talked about you for two days. We will be back often!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Natalie Daher

This restaurant has the worst service in Venice. The Philippo waiter yells at you in public infront of all the customers and doesn't even come to apologise. Don't come ro this restaurant. Thousands of restaurants in Venice. This is not the place ro come. Go for another restaurant.

Joel Cummings

Had Sunday brunch here and it was perfect. Beautiful patio that's dog friendly. Amazing food and epic cocktails. Sunday champagne bottle special is a steal as well! The manager Rich was all to welcoming and the bartender Nelson was legendary.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Isaiah Oregon

I recently brought my friend for his Birthday. He has the palate of a kindergartener. So I've been taking him to my favorite restaurants to expand his palette. He loved everything from the lamb meatballs and beef carpaccio. He did pick the olives off the chorizo flat bread and although I was disappointed in his choice of entree of a half a rack of pork ribs he enjoyed it very much. I had the seafood risotto and it was creamy and lemony. A free dessert was brought out for his birthday and it was divine. Service was great food came out super quick since it was a Tuesday. I wish we came during the daylight as the view is the best.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Carpaccio, Chocolate Caramel Bar, Focaccia, Octopus

Melissa H

Dinner here was amazing! Great atmosphere and food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Vamsi Parimi

Prepare to be greeted by pallet full of

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Matt Bartholic

Went for a corporate event at Convivo and love that my company booked the best. Held on the patio which was dog friendly, the view was gorgeous. The food was astonishing. Then the drinks (see pics). The Asian banquet bartender Nelson was blazingly fast and spot on, remembering my drink in a crowd of 100+. Highly suggest you book early to get preferred date!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Austin Corrigan

Had a wonderful brunch at convivo with the lady. Nelson the bartender let us know about the weekend champagne bottle deal which is amazing. The food is eclectic and rich. I can't say enough about the place. Even GM checked on us twice while we were there.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

chris jablonka

Went here for my birthday cause my friend tends bar here and he rants about Convivo being the best. Hate that he's never wrong. Ordered the buccatini and fungi pizza and they were spectacular. Hats off to the chef Peter. See the libations in pics. To finish the night, the GM sent a lemon tart desert. Thank goodness classy places don't sing b day song!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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