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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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Pokewaves

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🍚 Asian Fusion

4.5
Trendy Poke bar serving fresh, customizable bowls with generous portions and a casual atmosphere in Santa Barbara.
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Yoshinoya UCSB

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🍣 Japanese

4.0
Fast, casual Japanese beef bowls and noodles with quick service, hearty portions, and a friendly campus vibe.
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Lighthouse Coffee

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☕ Coffee Shop

4.2
Casual coffee shop serving great coffee, tea, and breakfast bites with cozy seating and reliable WiFi in Goleta.
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Bree'osh Bakery Cafe Montecito

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.6
French bakery serving fresh brioches, croissants, and pastries alongside great coffee in cozy Montecito style.
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Nikka Fish Market & Grill

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🦞 Seafood

4.6
Seafood specialist with dark wood ambiance and chandelier, offering fresh fish, extensive bar, and casual cozy vibe in Goleta.
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Corazón Comedor

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🌮 Mexican

4.6
Fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine with a vibrant salsa bar and casual, trendy vibes. Locals rave for breakfast tacos and mole specialties in Santa Barbara.
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Harry's Plaza Cafe

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🍔 American

4.6
Classic Santa Barbara bar serving generous American comfort food, strong drinks, and old-school vibes in a casual, cozy setting.
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Sandbar Cocina y Tequila

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🌮 Mexican

4.2
Festive Mexican eatery with vibrant cocktails, happy hour 3–6:30 PM, fire pits, and a casual lively vibe in Santa Barbara’s Lower State.
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Sushi Ai

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🍣 Sushi

3.8
Fresh, affordable Japanese classics and sushi served with speedy service in a casual atmosphere at Goleta’s Camino Real Marketplace.
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Nick The Greek

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🥙 Greek

4.7
Authentic Greek street food with bold Mediterranean flavors served fast in a casual Santa Barbara spot specializing in gyros and fresh bowls.
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Jeannine's Bakery & Coffee

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.4
Gourmet breakfast, sandwiches, and salads served in a stylish bakery and coffee shop in Santa Barbara's North State neighborhood.
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Hana Kitchen - Santa Barbara Downtown

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🍚 Asian Fusion

4
Build-your-own bowls & tacos with Asian-inspired ingredients in a vibrant, casual space. Fresh, healthy options perfect for all-day dining.
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Sachi | Ramen & Robata Bar

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🍚 Asian Fusion

4.3
Casual ramen and robata bar with fast service, rooftop seating, and diverse Japanese and Vietnamese dishes in Santa Barbara.
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Roger’s Tacos

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🌮 Mexican

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Casual taco spot known for simple, authentic flavors served in a relaxed Isla Vista setting.
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Genji

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🍣 Sushi

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A casual sushi spot offering dine-in and takeout in Santa Barbara with wheelchair accessible facilities.
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Bettina

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🍕 Pizza

4.5
Trendy pizzeria in Santa Barbara’s Montecito offers fresh, wood-fired pizzas, great cocktails, and a cozy, casual vibe with attentive service.
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Starbucks

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☕ Coffee Shop

4.1
Seattle-based coffeehouse offering signature roasts, light bites, and convenient Wi-Fi access in a casual, cozy setting.
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Petros

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🥙 Greek

4.6
Modern Mediterranean eats in a vibrant Santa Barbara courtyard, featuring standout dishes like bougatsa, grilled octopus, and freshly made dips.
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California Pizza Kitchen

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🍕 Pizza

4.1
Inventive pizzas, pastas, and salads served in a modern, casual setting with great cocktails and a lively vibe.
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Don Paco's Taco Truck

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🌮 Mexican

4.5
Casual Mexican eatery serving quick bites and small plates from a popular taco truck, ideal for lunch, dinner, and solo diners.
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Sama Sama Kitchen

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🍚 Asian Fusion

4.4
Cool farm-to-fork spot serving Southeast Asian small plates with a charming courtyard lit by string lights.
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Ospi Montecito

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🍝 Italian

4.4
Trendy Italian kitchen in Santa Barbara serving standout pastas, pizzas, cocktails, and a cozy patio atmosphere.
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Mizza

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🍝 Italian

4.3
Casual, trendy Italian dining with a great wine list, live music, and a cozy fireplace atmosphere in Santa Barbara Downtown.
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Szechuan Restaurant

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🥡 Chinese

4.3
Regional Sichuan dishes with bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and vegetarian options offer authentic Chinese dining in Santa Barbara's Alta Mesa.
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Jane

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🍴 Contemporary

4.6
Upscale Californian cuisine featuring steak, chicken, pasta, and a cozy atmosphere with a great wine list in Santa Barbara.
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Cajun Kitchen Cafe

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🍳 Breakfast

4.6
New Orleans-style mini-chain serving cornbread & spicy classics in a bustling, casual go-to spot for breakfast and lunch.
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Takashi Ramen

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🍜 Ramen

4.1
Authentic Fukuoka-style Tonkotsu and Shoyu ramen with a Japanese vibe and cozy atmosphere in Goleta. Friendly staff and customizable bowls impress.
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Pressed Juicery

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$

🥗 Health

4.4
Health-focused juice bar offering cold-pressed juices, freezes, and açaí bowls in a casual, trendy downtown Santa Barbara spot.
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Cajun Kitchen

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🍔 American

4.5
New Orleans-style casual spot serving cornbread and spicy Cajun classics in a lively, no-frills Santa Barbara setting.
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Masala Spice Indian Cuisine

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🍛 Indian

4.2
Authentic Indian restaurant with a popular buffet, lunch and dinner options, plus diverse vegetarian and halal dishes in Goleta.
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Kanaloa Seafood

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🦞 Seafood

4.5
Quaint spot serving sustainable seafood with patio and counter seating, featuring fish tacos, poke bowls, and fresh oysters.
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Dutch Garden Restaurant

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🥨 German

4.6
Authentic German food, hearty bratwurst, schnitzel, and pretzels with a cozy European atmosphere and excellent beer selection.
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California Pasta Sandwich & Salads

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🍝 Italian

4.5
Locally owned Italian eatery known for hearty pastas, sandwiches, and pizza with casual patio seating in vibrant Santa Barbara.
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Sushiya Express

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🍣 Sushi

4.1
Casual Japanese spot serving generous sushi rolls, tempura, and Korean-inspired dishes with fast service and a friendly atmosphere.
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The Daisy

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🥙 Mediterranean

4.7
A cozy, casual spot in Santa Barbara serving fresh, flavorful Mediterranean-inspired fare with strong vegan and vegetarian options.
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Galanga Thai Restaurant

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🍜 Thai

4.1
Authentic Thai in Santa Barbara with flavorful curries, pad see ew, and refreshing Thai tea served in a cozy, casual spot with friendly service.