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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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Arigato Sushi

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🍣 Sushi

4.5
Innovative sushi, nigiri & sake served in a lively brick-walled space with featured local art.
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Little Mountain

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🍴 Contemporary

4.3
Elegant Montecito dining with creative, flame-kissed dishes by Chef Diego Moya. Warm ambiance, curated wines, and attentive service shine.
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Brophy Bros.

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🦞 Seafood

4.5
Casual seafood spot boasting fresh local catches, clam bar, and signature Bloody Marys with bustling harbor views.
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Helena Avenue Bakery

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.5
Chic yet rustic bakery offering sandwiches, soups, and house-baked breads and pastries in Santa Barbara's Lower State neighborhood.
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Los Agaves Restaurant

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🌮 Mexican

4.6
Casual Mexican spot with enchiladas, chile rellenos & a vibrant salsa bar. Generous portions, fast service, and a lively atmosphere in Santa Barbara.
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Pepe's Mexican Restaurant

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🌮 Mexican

4.4
Established Mexican eatery with patio, buffet on select days, and a lively bar featuring televised sports and great drink selections.
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Augie's of Santa Barbara

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🌮 Mexican

4.3
Trendy Mexican spot with fresh flavors, artisanal cocktails, and a lively vibe in Santa Barbara’s Lower State district.
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Choppa Poke

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🍚 Asian Fusion

4.4
Generous, fresh poke bowls with unlimited toppings in a casual, trendy spot offering fast service and a great tea selection.
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Chuck's of Hawaii

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🥩 Steakhouse

4.3
Tiki-themed steakhouse dominating Santa Barbara with steaks, seafood, a renowned salad bar, and a robust wine list.
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Bouchon Santa Barbara

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🥖 French

4.6
Californian French cuisine crafted with organic ingredients and paired with local wines in an upscale, cozy Santa Barbara setting.
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Rusty's Pizza Parlor

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🍕 Pizza

4
Family-friendly pizza parlor offering traditional and specialty pies plus wings, sandwiches, and desserts in a casual setting.
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Timbers Roadhouse

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🥩 Steakhouse

4.2
Cozy steakhouse with a rich history, serving prime ribs, tri-tip sandwiches, and comfort food in a casual family-friendly setting.
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Rosales Mexican Restaurant

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🌮 Mexican

4.4
Mexican counter serving classics, street eats, menudo, seafood & breakfast with a lively salsa bar atmosphere in Santa Barbara.
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Sam's To Go

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🍔 American

4.3
Classic sandwich shop known for hearty burgers and local favorites in a casual setting with friendly service.
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Tacos El Triunfo

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🌮 Mexican

5
Casual Mexican spot famed for authentic tacos and a vibrant night scene, serving Santa Barbara locals from evening to late night.
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Blackbird

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🍔 American

4.3
Stylish bar and restaurant in Santa Barbara with seasonal New American fare, creative cocktails, and an upscale vibe.
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HopeRanchGrill

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🍳 Breakfast

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Casual fast-food spot offering breakfast and lunch with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options in Goleta.
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Three Pickles Subs & Sandwiches

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🍔 American

4.6
Casual sandwich shop in Goleta serving large, flavorful subs with a unique pickle bar and both indoor and outdoor seating.
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Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch

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🍗 BBQ

4.5
Local counter-serve BBQ chain known for mesquite-grilled chicken, tri-tip burritos & plates in a casual Santa Barbara setting.
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AMA Sushi

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🍣 Sushi

4.3
Upscale sushi experience with expert omakase, fresh local seafood, and cozy ambiance by the beach in Montecito.
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It's Just Wings

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🍗 BBQ

2.7
Casual chicken wings spot in Goleta offering quick bites, diverse sauces, and a solid beer selection for lunch and dinner cravings.
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DRIPPIN CHICKEN

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🍔 American

4.2
Flavorful, spicy fried chicken with crispy tenders and addictive sides, served in a vibrant Santa Barbara courtyard with friendly service.
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Lilac Montecito

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🥞 Brunch

4.5
Dedicated gluten-free restaurant offering American and European-inspired dishes with a cozy, modern vibe and a great wine list.
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ShangHai Restaurant

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🥡 Chinese

4.5
Low-key sit-down Chinese cuisine with a full vegetarian menu, cozy vibe, friendly service, and local favorites in Santa Barbara.
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Rosarito Mexican Grill

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🌮 Mexican

4.0
Rosarito Mexican Grill serves hearty, late-night Mexican comfort food with vegan and vegetarian options, all in a wheelchair accessible Isla Vista spot.
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Seoulmate Kitchen

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🍱 Korean

4.5
Korean fusion kitchen serving bold bowls, sandwiches, and artisanal matcha drinks in Santa Barbara’s vibrant public market.
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Taquería Rincón Alteño

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🌮 Mexican

4.4
Casual Mexican spot serving authentic tacos, burritos, and quesadillas with fresh ingredients and fast service in Santa Barbara’s Lower State neighborhood.
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FB Isla Vista

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🌮 Mexican

4.6
Counter-serve burrito chain with a natural-foods focus; offers build-your-own burritos, tacos, salads in a casual, college-friendly vibe.
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Three Pickles Subs & Sandwiches

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🍔 American

4.5
Casual sandwich shop known for large portions, house-baked bread, and a rich pickle bar, offering fast service and an inviting vibe in Santa Barbara.
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The Blue Owl

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🍚 Asian Fusion

4.6
Casual neighborhood nook with Asian-inspired sandwiches, local wines, and late hours offering a cozy vibe.
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Rudy's Restaurant Upper State

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🌮 Mexican

4.3
Casual Mexican joint known for burritos, quesadillas, generous portions, and friendly, attentive service in Santa Barbara.
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Convivo Restaurant & Bar

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🍝 Italian

4.5
Seasonal New American fare in a chic hotel setting with ocean views and patio. Italian-Mediterranean style with vibrant cocktails and cozy atmosphere.
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Kyoto Japanese Restaurant

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🍣 Japanese

4.2
Bustling Japanese spot serving sushi, tempura, steaks, and hot & cold sake bombs with casual, cozy vibes and private dining options.
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Manifattura

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🍝 Italian

4.3
Artisan Italian craft meets fresh, local ingredients in a cozy Santa Barbara spot offering standout pasta and sublime wines.
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Santa Barbara Fish Market Goleta

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🦞 Seafood

4.6
Casual seafood spot in Goleta serving fresh local fish, sandwiches, poke bowls, and more, with indoor and outdoor seating options.
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Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch

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🍗 BBQ

4.2
Local counter-serve BBQ chain with mesquite-grilled chicken and tri-tip burritos and plates, offering fast, casual dining in Goleta.