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These are the top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Santa Barbara. No fluff, just greatness at different price points.

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These are the top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Santa Barbara. No fluff, just culinary greatness at different price points.

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Petra Cafe

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🥙 Mediterranean

4.3
Cozy, trendy Middle Eastern spot with authentic vegan options, lively hookah lounge, and savory Mediterranean dishes in Santa Barbara.
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Sushi Bar 29

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🍣 Sushi

4.5
Sushi rolls, noodle dishes & Japanese fare served in a calm, understated dining room with great happy hour specials.
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Costa Terraza Restaurant & Tapas Bar

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🍔 American

2.8
Casual Mexican dining with tapas and bar offerings inside Santa Barbara Airport. Fast service and a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner items.
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Flor De Maiz

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🌮 Mexican

4.5
Classic Mexican dishes and cocktails served in a laid-back spot with outdoor seating and vibrant ambiance.
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Santa Barbara Shellfish Company

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🦞 Seafood

4.5
Casual waterfront spot offering seasonal seafood, ocean views, and an inviting outdoor patio with a fire pit.
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Ca' Dario Montecito

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🍝 Italian

4.5
Upscale Italian dining with cozy ambiance featuring authentic pastas, seafood risottos, and a great wine list in Santa Barbara's Montecito.
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Renaud's Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.4
French bakery in Santa Barbara offering fresh pastries, breads, and gourmet coffee in a charming space with indoor and patio seating.
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Bistro Amasa

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🥩 Steakhouse

5
Contemporary eatery offering a stellar steak frites and Waldorf salad with a vibe, cocktails with subtle twists, and attentive service in Santa Barbara.
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Mony's Mexican Food

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🌮 Mexican

4.7
Chill Mexican spot serving traditional dishes with a wide range of salsas in casual, cozy surroundings.
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Tinker Burger

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🍔 American

4.4
Casual burger joint with classic, fresh flavors and legendary sauces. Known for crave-worthy curly fries and a relaxed, beachy vibe in Summerland, CA.
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Maiz Picante Taqueria

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🌮 Mexican

4.7
Maiz Picante serves fresh, authentic tacos with vegan options and lively salsa variety in Santa Barbara’s casual neighborhood spot.
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Spudnuts Donuts

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.3
Potato flour donuts, fresh coffee, and casual vibes at this Goleta spot known for flaky croissants and baked goods.
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Taqueria El Buen Gusto & Best Menudo

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🌮 Mexican

4.3
Lively Mexican spot in Santa Barbara serving hearty burritos, menudo, and tacos with fresh salsas, offering fast, bilingual service and casual vibes.
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Tacos La Bendición

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🌮 Mexican

4.6
Casual taco spot delivering flavorful chicken and chorizo burritos with friendly staff and quick service near East Beach.
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Anna's Marketplace Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.5
Neighborhood bakery with pastries, bagels, coffee, and custom cakes in a cozy, welcoming setting for all-day treats.
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Su’s Bowl 苏大碗

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🥡 Chinese

3.9
Casual Chinese dining serving authentic, hearty bowls and small plates with a focus on bold, spicy and comfort flavors in Isla Vista.
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IHOP

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🍳 Breakfast

4.3
IHOP serves a wide variety of pancakes and American breakfast classics in a casual, family-friendly setting in Santa Barbara.
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Cody's Cafe

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🍔 American

4.3
Long-standing local gem serving American classics for breakfast, lunch & dinner with a cozy, casual vibe in Santa Barbara.
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SB Pho

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🍲 Vietnamese

4.3
Cozy pho spot with patio seating offering flavorful pho, burgers, pizza, and breakfast in Santa Barbara Downtown.
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Pang Zi Noodle Shop

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🍚 Asian Fusion

4.9
Casual Asian eatery serving generous portions of authentic pho, noodles, and specialty dishes in a cozy, friendly Santa Barbara spot.
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Your Choice Restaurant

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🍜 Thai

4.4
No-frills Thai spot serving classic dishes and lunch specials with cozy vibes and fast service in Santa Barbara.
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The Harbor Restaurant

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🦞 Seafood

4
American seafood specialties like clam chowder & lobster sandwiches served amid ocean views at Santa Barbara's waterfront.
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Sun Sushi

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🍣 Sushi

4.6
Sun Sushi serves fresh, expertly crafted sushi and sashimi with a lively bar and friendly service in Santa Barbara's North State neighborhood.
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Apna Indian Kitchen

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🍛 Indian

4.7
Cozy brick-lined eatery serving classic Indian curries and butter chicken with beer, wine, and friendly vibes.
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Elubia's Kitchen Isla Vista

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🌽 Latin American

4.7
Dedicated gluten-free Guatemalan and Salvadoran comfort food spot offering pupusas, tacos, and tamales in casual Isla Vista dining.
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Sam's To Go

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🍔 American

4.6
Old school sandwich shop with fresh bread and meats, family-owned over 25 years. Casual vibe, great prices, famous for turkey and avocado subs.
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Yetz's Deli

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🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

5
Fresh sandwiches, smoothies, and salads in a friendly deli atmosphere with quick service and diverse vegetarian options.
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Taqueria El Bajio

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🌮 Mexican

4.4
Enduring Mexican counter-serve spot known for hearty tacos, burritos, and authentic local flavors in Santa Barbara.
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China King restaurant

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🥡 Chinese

4.2
Modest eatery serving fresh, authentic Chinese favorites like egg rolls, lo mein, and fried rice in a cozy setting.
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Sam's To Go

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🍔 American

4.5
Casual sandwich shop serving fresh, made-to-order subs and burgers, known for generous portions and quick service in Goleta.
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La Cantina Bar & Restaurant

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🌮 Mexican

4.1
Casual Mexican spot in Santa Barbara offers inventive dishes, strong cocktails, and a lively bar with plenty of TVs for sports fans.
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Seven Bar

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4.4
Contemporary American fare and cocktails served in a brick- and stone-accented space lined with art in Santa Barbara.
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Lao Wang Noodle Bar

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🥡 Chinese

4.2
Casual Asian spot in Goleta offering fresh, bold-flavored noodles, buns, and street-style dishes with vegetarian and vegan options.
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Spudnuts and Bagels

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.8
Potato flour donuts, fresh bagels, croissants, coffee, and baked goods in a bright, friendly spot with family hospitality.
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The Revere Room

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🍴 Contemporary

4.5
Elegant dining with great cocktails, local specialties, and ocean views, offering cozy, trendy ambiance and attentive service in Montecito.
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Lilac Pâtisserie

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.6
Bright bakery serving exquisite gluten-free desserts and light daytime fare with a cozy ambiance.