Santa Barbara County Restaurants

Drive-in style burger restaurant with walk-up window and outdoor seating that serves burgers, fries, onion rings, and their famous tri tip sandwich.

Casual, family-friendly spot with patio seating and ocean views. Popular go-to for breakfast.

An Italian-style restaurant located within a shopping center, this eatery boasts quick service with outdoor seating.

Great hot dog joint to stop by in between wine tastings in Los Olivos. Try the popular Pesto Dog that features aioli pesto, cheese, arugula, and sour cream chips on top!

Relaxing ambience, ocean views, and fresh seafood can be found at this casual restaurant which is also open for weekend brunch.

Joe’s Cafe is an acclaimed American steakhouse and upbeat bar that’s been the centerpiece of Santa Barbara’s dining, drinking, and socializing since 1928. We offer great meals, stiff cocktails, and a friendly ambiance which made it a great destination!

Classy restaurant located in the Upham Hotel with charming patio seating that welcomes dogs, local wine list, and an American menu of fresh seafood and meats.

Come enjoy some live country music and good drinks to dance and let loose. Be sure to pin a dollar bill to the ceiling to leave your mark!

Comfortable café serving a classic American menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner, made with locally sourced and sustainable ingredients.

Unique restaurant and tourist stop with gift shop that serves its famous pea soup with a variety of toppings, as well as sandwiches and more.

Upscale, intimate American restaurant decorated with unique artwork and featuring a regularly changing menu.

This beachside restaurant serves breakfast all day and has patio seating where you can feel the breeze and watch the surf. Enjoy complimentary mini muffins while you wait for your meal.

This romantic, upscale restaurant in a historic stone house has a beautiful ambiance of white linens and a wood-burning fireplace.

Casual breakfast and lunch café that serves classic breakfast items including omelets, crepes, waffles, and lunch.

Plan a couples’ date night, bring your friends, or go solo to a cooking class to learn techniques, healthy cooking, including gluten-free and vegan options, and more. Kids classes available too!

Hip, eclectic restaurant with rustic décor and outdoor patio. They have a unique menu of new American fare served in an artfully presented manner.

This casual sports bar has good food and plenty of entertainment, whether you’re watching the game on one of the TVs or playing beer pong, pool, or ping-pong.

Delicious Italian food perfectly paired with local wines await at this downtown Santa Barbara hot spot. Chef Nat Ely prepares impeccable cuisine using food provided by nearby fisherman and farmers which never fail to delight in this romantic locale.

Come and experience the elegant ambiance of this American restaurant. Surrounded by great views, Vintner's Bar & Grill is located in Santa Maria and offers great and tantalizing cuisines.

This charming spot in historic Santa Barbara offers a great variety of tastes, unique dishes, and an impressive wine list in an elegant but comfortable setting. The farm to table approach to their food and wine makes for a fresh and satisfying meal.