Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

Dmitrii C. • September 14, 2014Good on-premise-roasted coffee, chocolate, pastries. Classic Santa Barbara view: Presidio and the Riviera. Cyclist hang-out on Saturday morning.

Matei P. • August 18, 2015Excellent, American style ice cream! A local institution well worth experiencing. Incredible Flavors!

Serj I. • August 7, 2011Excellent hookah and great service. Ask for Madeline she is the best!!!

Stephanie • August 24, 2012One of two restaurants in Santa Barbara that I know of where you can get banh mi. They offer some pretty unique menu items too with an interesting twist. Love this place!

Arielle • March 25, 2022Can’t go wrong with any ice cream flavors. Favorites are peanut butter chocolate and fresh mint patty. Don’t forget to get a chilly dog for you furry friend too.

Shayna • November 11, 2010Mom's PLT is great - nice balance of flavors. Might consider asking for extra chipotle mayo.

Valerie B. • August 11, 2015Really great vibe and tasty small plates. Go for happy hour.

Tyler C. • August 13, 2014Gibraltar and shakerato = top notch expresso that you can't get many other places

Andrea F. • October 13, 2010I dream about the gorgonzola salmon sashimi. Honestly. Best sushi ever!!

Kai T. • September 4, 2018I always get the Margherita d.o.c. Pizza and I add fennel sausage. Delicious!

Kate D. • January 21, 2012Gluten free deliciousness! The owners are fantastic people too!!

Jessica D. • December 23, 2010South coast veggie is my dream veggie sandwich! Always fresh ingredients!

Stacy B. • November 17, 2018Fun atmosphere and cocktails, including a rotating seasonal menu. Best when there’s music playing but can get crowded.

Charles E. • August 27, 2014Bacon wrapped tiger shrimp... Yum. Dessert? Chocolate pecan pie hits the spot. Wonderful "French" atmosphere.

Tatiana M. • January 16, 2013The Market Roasted Veggies and the Wild mushroom & pancetta flat bread are delicious!!!!!

S. Courtney W. • October 2, 2010ZOMGosh! The Strawberry Lemonade Crushcake frosting is to die for!

Hailey C. • November 3, 2022Great brunch spot, particularly on a weekday. Love the seasonal scrambleIf you've got the appetite, get the cinnamon roll too.

David H. • May 28, 2018Sal de mer ceviche tostada is one of the best ive eaten anywhere. So good.

Dmitrii C. • February 15, 2014Good selection of tacos. Good vegetarian options: tacos, alambre, quesadilla. Friendly service. Will take phone orders. Easy freeway access.

Kenneth A. • February 15, 2012Jambalaya + 2 poached eggs = delicious. CORNBREAD :)

Dmitrii C. • December 21, 2014High-end restaurant with a local theme: E.g., Acorn Tagliatelle (an excellent dish!) includes acorn flour used by the Chumash for eons. Spacious outdoor patio with mountain views is rare in this town.

Julian N. • November 10, 2012Croissant great. Mmmmm. Salted caramel macaron great. Mmmmm.

Travis M. • January 15, 2016The Brie sauce is amazing. The perfect sweet/savory dish.

Justin O. • March 1, 2020The store specializes in Turkish delight and Turkish coffee. There’s a wide variety of sweets with a myriad of flavors.

Nadja Y. • February 20, 2022Margaritas are excellent and have lots of unique flavor options. Friendly staff and good food.

Lynn D • February 12, 2012Napoleon Benedict is amazing. Served on puffed pastry!

Shannon F. • February 24, 2012The tortellini with veal and cream sauce is amazing. A must have

Marisol S. • July 19, 2016Super cute. Well stocked wine selection and lots of beers on tap. Buy a bottle or have a glass. Great prices too.

Brad • April 25, 2013Great place! I ha the pickles & Swiss sandwich and really enjoyed! Try the pickle flavored popcorn available for free! It's astoundingly tasty!

eric b. • May 31, 2022Great sandwiches and salads with a really big menu.