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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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Panda Express

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🥡 Chinese

3.8
Fast-food chain serving classic American Chinese dishes with quick service, health-conscious options, and casual vibe.
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The Nugget of Summerland

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🍔 American

4.6
Casual steakhouse with a cozy, historic vibe offers hearty comfort food, local drinks, and fast service in Summerland.
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South Coast Deli - San Roque

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🍔 American

4.5
Popular Santa Barbara deli known for generous sandwiches, fresh salads, and friendly service offering dine-in, takeout, and delivery options.
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Wingstop

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🍗 BBQ

3.8
Casual counter-serve spot specializing in chicken wings and sides with bold flavors and quick service in Goleta.
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Jack's Bistro & Famous Bagels

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.2
Bustling Santa Barbara bistro famed for fresh bagels, hearty breakfast sandwiches, cozy patio seating, and community-friendly vibes.
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Baja Sharkeez

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🌮 Mexican

3.9
Casual Mexican restaurant with lively tiki vibes, sports TVs, and a menu of pub fare and cocktails in Santa Barbara.
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China Palace Restaurant

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🥟 Dim Sum

4.1
Dim sum and classic Chinese dishes served in a cozy space with white linens, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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Live Oak Cafe

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🥐 Café & Bakery

4.5
Comfortable café with healthy dishes, excellent coffee, and a charming aviary to enjoy in Santa Barbara’s Oak Park district.
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Starbucks

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☕ Coffee Shop

4
Global coffeehouse chain serving signature roasts, light bites, and offering WiFi in a cozy, casual spot in Santa Barbara.
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Boathouse at Hendry's Beach

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🦞 Seafood

4.5
Upscale seafood and brunch spot with panoramic ocean views and a heated outdoor patio at a Santa Barbara beach.
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Honor Bar

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🍔 American

4.6
New American dishes, cocktails, and wine served in a trendy spot with a lively vibe and dog-friendly outdoor seating in Santa Barbara.
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East Beach Tacos

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🌮 Mexican

4.7
Casual spot with covered patio serving inventive tacos, fish, and more in Santa Barbara. Quick service and a fun beach vibe attract locals and tourists alike.
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El Sitio Restaurant - De La Vina

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🌮 Mexican

4.3
Casual Mexican spot known for quick service, authentic dishes like tacos and burritos, with a cozy vibe and outdoor seating in Santa Barbara.
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Panino Downtown Santa Barbara

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🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

4.5
Casual sandwich shop offering fresh, healthy options with salads, soups, and outdoor seating for a quick, tasty lunch in Santa Barbara.
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A Slice of Woodstock's

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🍕 Pizza

3.8
Casual pizza spot with fast service and vegetarian options; outdoor seating and a lively college vibe.
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Draughtsmen Aleworks at Mosaic Locale

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🍻 Brewpub

4.6
Trendy Santa Barbara spot with local craft beers, empanadas, coffee, and a lively patio atmosphere.
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Santa Barbara Food Connection

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🌮 Mexican

4.3
Casual spot serving fresh tacos, burgers, and burritos with fast service and handmade tortillas in Santa Barbara’s Lower Riviera.
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Hana Kitchen - Isla Vista

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🍚 Asian Fusion

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Asian fusion and tea drinks at this hip counter-serve with outdoor seating offering quick, healthy, and vegan-friendly bites in Isla Vista.
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Starbucks

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☕ Coffee Shop

4.5
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for signature roasts, light bites, and reliable WiFi in a casual, cozy space.
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Tre Lune

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🍝 Italian

4.6
Classic Italian fare including pastas, pizzas, and antipasti in a festive, old-school dining room offering cozy, lively vibes.
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CAJÉ Coffee Roasters

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☕ Coffee Shop

4.6
Lively spot in Santa Barbara Downtown offering craft coffee, unique signature drinks, and a bright courtyard atmosphere.
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Unbearable Skee Lodge

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3.6
Casual, cozy Santa Barbara bar with great beer, cocktails, games, and a lively atmosphere—perfect for trivia and solo nights.
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Summerland Beach Cafe

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🍳 Breakfast

4.6
Historic Victorian beach house serving hearty breakfast, bacon treats, burgers, and more with a cozy patio vibe in Summerland.
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Little Bird Kitchen

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🍔 American

3.9
Casual spot with quick service offering tasty chicken sandwiches, fries, salads, and comfort food in a lively market setting with family-friendly vibes.
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Food From The Heart Santa Barbara

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🥗 Health

5
Non-profit organization delivering fresh, homemade meals to those in need with heartfelt care and community spirit in Santa Barbara.
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The Creekside Restaurant & Bar

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🍔 American

4.3
Clever American fare with craft beer, weekly line dancing, pool table, and patio offering a casual, lively vibe.
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Corazon Cocina

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🌮 Mexican

4.5
Mexican counter at Santa Barbara Public Market delivering bold tacos, ceviches, and quesadillas with quick service and vibrant atmosphere.
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The Shop Brunch

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🥞 Brunch

4.5
Buzzy window-serve spot with a relaxed patio serving gourmet American brunch, baked goods, and specialty coffees.
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Pollofino's

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🌮 Mexican

4.6
Casual Mexican spot known for generous burritos, fresh salsas, and speedy service in Goleta, perfect for lunch or dinner cravings.
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Caruso's

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🥂 Fine Dining

4.6
Michelin-star restaurant offering exceptional fine dining with ocean views, seasonal menus, and impeccable service in Santa Barbara.
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Moby Dick Restaurant

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🦞 Seafood

4.2
Family-friendly seafood and American fare with ocean views, daily happy hour, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Luna's Cafe

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🍳 Breakfast

5
Neighborhood cafe serving fresh, authentic breakfasts with standout huevos rancheros and coffee in a cozy, family-friendly setting.
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Backyard Bowls

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🥗 Health

4.4
Eco-friendly eatery serving vibrant acai bowls and smoothies with all-natural, organic ingredients in a casual, friendly atmosphere.
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El Sitio Restaurant - Salinas

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🌮 Mexican

4.3
Authentic Mexican eats with fast service, classic tacos, burritos, and a vibrant salsa bar in Santa Barbara's Eastside neighborhood.
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I.V. Deli Mart

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🍔 American

4
No-frills deli delivering big sandwiches, burgers, and sides with fresh ingredients and a lively, convenient atmosphere.
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Kyle's Kitchen

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🍔 American

4.5
Relaxed eatery offering classic burgers, fries, and craft beer, supporting special-needs causes with a welcoming community vibe.