Wine Country cuisine and Channel seafood downtown since 1998. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 2002. Garden patio year-round, deep County wine list.
SignatureCentral Coast seasonal menu, Santa Barbara Channel seafood, Wine Country cheese course
Italian fine dining since 1999 under chef Alberto Morello, with a Sicilian-influenced menu and 230-label wine cellar. Wine Spectator Award since 2002.
SignatureSicilian pasta, House-made fresh pasta, Seasonal fish
Michelin Bib Gourmand on State Street. Indonesian-inspired Southeast Asian food from French-trained owners using Bali recipes and Central Coast farm produce.
SignatureBraised pork noodles, Nuri ribs, Tamarind-glazed wings
Cajun and Creole downtown since 1985. Authentic New Orleans-style blackened fish, jambalaya, and Bananas Foster. Team service, four-decade loyal following.
SignatureBlackened fish, Cajun jambalaya, Bananas Foster
Long-running State Street sushi bar with candlelit energy. Known for the magic mushroom roll and black cod. Japanese technique meets Californian produce.
SignatureMagic mushroom roll, Black cod, Nigiri omakase
Michelin Bib Gourmand counter in the Santa Barbara Public Market. Street food tacos, ceviches, and regional Mexican dishes from fresh local ingredients.
SignatureStreet food tacos, Regional ceviches, Mexican street snacks
Family-owned California dining room on State Street. All sauces, dressings, and breads from scratch daily. Salads, seafood, pasta, house-roasted proteins.
SignatureComposed seasonal salads, Fresh pasta, House-roasted proteins
Wine Country cuisine and Channel seafood downtown since 1998. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 2002. Garden patio under string lights, 50 seats.
Book1-2 weeks ahead
Italian fine dining since 1999 under chef Alberto Morello, with a Sicilian-influenced menu. Over 230-label wine cellar, Wine Spectator Award since 2002.
Book1 week ahead
Casual New American on State Street with a 360-degree bar, wide patio, and a menu of burgers, fish and chips, and cocktails for the Granada Theatre crowd.
SignatureBurgers, Fish and chips, Craft cocktails
Progressive organic California food on Victoria Street since 2011. Rotating seasonal menu from breakfast through dinner on a sustainable sourcing commitment.
SignatureSeasonal brunch plates, Local farm salads, Rotating organic mains
Founded in Santa Barbara in 1949. French pot method, organic local ingredients, no preservatives. State Street shop is the brand's original home.
SignatureDutchman's Gold vanilla, Eureka lemon and marionberry sherbet, Seasonal small-batch flavours
Founded by former professional cyclists in 2011. Small-batch roasts from Ethiopia, Colombia, Guatemala, Kenya. Two cafes, precise single-origin brews.
DrinkSingle-origin pour-over
Santa Barbara specialty coffee anchor since 2009. State Street flagship serves espresso, pour-overs, and seasonal single-origins in a bright downtown space.
DrinkSeasonal single-origin filter
Fully gluten-free French patisserie on State Street, USA Today's 10 Best Artisanal Bakeries. Layer cakes, macarons, croissants, eggs benedict daily.
Worth the queueGluten-free French macaron assortment
Long-running downtown bakery serving European-style breads, pastries, and breakfast with strong espresso. A neighbourhood anchor at pre-Instagram prices.
Worth the queueRustic sourdough loaf
Founded by professional cyclists in 2011. Small-lot beans from Ethiopia, Colombia, Guatemala, Kenya. Two cafes, subscription service, ethical sourcing.
BeansEthiopia, Colombia, Guatemala, Kenya
BrewsEspresso, Pour over, Filter, Whole bean retail
Santa Barbara specialty roaster since 2009. State Street flagship serves espresso, pour-overs, seasonal single-origins from 07:00. Multiple city locations.
BeansEthiopia, Colombia, Brazil, Guatemala
BrewsEspresso, Filter, Cold brew, Whole bean retail
Longest-running Wine Country restaurant in Santa Barbara since 1998. Wine Spectator Award. Santa Barbara County cellar, paired with a seasonal kitchen.
PourSanta Barbara County Chardonnay by the glass
WineSanta Barbara County wines, deep California list
FoodFull Wine Country cuisine menu
Santa Barbara's original Irish pub since 1996. Live music six nights a week, pints until 02:00. 30,000-song jukebox, pool, darts, sidewalk patio.
DrinkGuinness on draught
FoodBar snacks, wings
Live music venue and restaurant on the second floor of Victoria Court. Nightly blues, funk, rock, reggae. California fare and wines. Open to 02:00.
DrinkCalifornia wines by the glass
FoodCalifornia fare, fresh seafood, gourmet pizza
English-style pub on Ortega Street open until 02:00. The go-to for Premier League football in Santa Barbara. Dog-friendly, no-frills, genuine local crowd.
DrinkUK and domestic ales
FoodLimited bar snacks
Mexican restaurant and late-night tequila bar on lower State Street. Elevated tacos, seafood enchiladas. Reopened June 2026 after full renovation.
DrinkHandcrafted margaritas and mezcal cocktails
FoodElevated street tacos, seafood enchiladas
Michelin Bib Gourmand counter in the Santa Barbara Public Market. Street food tacos, ceviches, and regional Mexican dishes from fresh local ingredients.
TryStreet food tacos, ceviche, regional Mexican snacks
Counter-service taqueria on Micheltorena open 06:00 to 22:00 daily. Generous burritos, breakfast tacos, and carne asada. Vegetarian options throughout.
TryBurritos, breakfast tacos, carne asada tacos
Santa Barbara's flagship weekly market with 100-plus certified California farms. Seasonal stone fruit, avocados, artisan bread, prepared foods. EBT accepted.
Tuesday afternoon market on lower State Street with certified farms, prepared foods, and artisan goods. Smaller and quieter than Saturday. Until 18:30.
Contemporary food hall at the Funk Zone edge with locally owned vendors: Corazon Cocina, Wexler's Deli, Rori's Creamery, Fala Bar. Regional sourcing.
A guided downtown walking tour with five to six locally owned food stops. The 21-plus ticket includes a wine tasting to start plus drinks along the route. Non-alcoholic tickets available. Private and corporate group tours also on offer.
El Mercado De La Guerra is the food and craft market of Santa Barbara's Old Spanish Days Fiesta, open 11 AM to 10 PM from Wednesday to Saturday of Fiesta week, 5 to 9 August 2026.
Award-winning cookbook author Pascale Beale leads a Saturday class: farmers market tour followed by hands-on Mediterranean cooking in her professional kitchen, finishing with a three-course lunch on the terrace.
Counter-service taqueria on Micheltorena Street. Generous burritos, breakfast burritos, menudo, caldo. One of the longest-running taquerias in Santa Barbara.
TryBurritos and tacos
Michelin Bib Gourmand Mexican counter in the Santa Barbara Public Market. Hand-pressed tortillas, regional guisados, horchata. No advance reservation needed.
TryStreet tacos and ceviches
Long-running downtown bakery serving European-style breads and breakfast with strong espresso. Neighbourhood anchor on a residential side street.
TryFresh-baked bread and breakfast plates
Fully gluten-free French patisserie on State Street. USA Today's 10 Best Artisanal Bakeries. Layer cakes, macarons, croissants, eggs benedict daily.
OrderEggs benedict on gluten-free English muffin
Progressive, locally sourced organic California cafe on Victoria Street. Rotating seasonal menu from brunch through dinner. Vegetarian-forward options always.
OrderRotating seasonal egg dish with local farm produce
Second-floor live music venue and restaurant on State Street. Nightly blues, funk, rock, reggae sets. California fare, wines. Doors until 02:00.
TryCalifornia fare, gourmet pizza, fresh seafood
Santa Barbara's original Irish pub since 1996 with live music six nights a week. 30,000-song jukebox, pool, darts, sidewalk patio. Pints until 02:00.
TryBar snacks, wings
Long-running English-style pub on Ortega Street open until 02:00. The go-to for Premier League football in Santa Barbara. Dog-friendly, no-frills.
TryBar snacks
Late-night Mexican restaurant and tequila bar on lower State Street. Elevated tacos, seafood enchiladas. Reopened June 2026 after full renovation.
TryTacos, seafood enchiladas, handcrafted margaritas
Family-owned second-floor venue and restaurant on State Street. Nightly live blues, funk, reggae, rock. California fare, wines. Open until 02:00.
Santa Barbara's original Irish pub since 1996. Live music six nights a week, 30,000-song jukebox, pool, sidewalk patio. Guinness until 02:00.
English-style pub on Ortega Street, open until 02:00 every night. The Premier League home in Santa Barbara. Dog-friendly, no-frills, local crowd.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Discover the flavors of Santa Barbara on a guided food tour. Enjoy a variety of tastings, including a shrimp taco, a lobster roll, and a California BBQ staple.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Feast your way through Santa Barbara's award-winning Funk Zone neighborhood while you learn about local history, discover local street art, and pick up a few easy food...
Private tour · 7 hours
A private 90 minute horseback ride through scenic vineyards followed by a wine tasting tour through the Santa Ynez Valley.