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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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Saved Restaurants

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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4.4
Dive bar with a lively local vibe, great bartenders, pool tables, and solid beer and cocktail selections in Goleta's casual setting.
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M Special Brewing Company - Downtown

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4.4
Brewery with a diverse tap list and Mexican street food taqueria, featuring friendly staff and a relaxed, gaming-friendly vibe.
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Topa Topa Brewing Co.

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4.7
Airy brewery with a lively mix of craft beers, live music, and a welcoming vibe, boasting a spacious patio and friendly service.
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SAMsARA Wine Co.

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4.9
Boutique winery with a welcoming tasting room focused on Santa Rita Hills wines, featuring knowledgeable staff and rich Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
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Orgullo Wine

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4.4
Charming tasting room with expertly blended local wines, friendly vibe, and a lively atmosphere perfect for casual sips in Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone.
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Corks n' Crowns Tasting Room and Wine Sales

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4.6
Craft beer and small-batch wine flights served in a casual, cozy space with patio seating and live music vibes.
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Au Bon Climat

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4.6
Elegant Santa Barbara winery with expert staff guiding tastings of complex Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere.
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Mecca Sports Bar

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3.9
Casual sports bar with great cocktails and beer selection, offering fast service in a lively group-friendly setting.
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Silver Wines LLC

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4.8
Cozy winery offering exceptional Italian varietals and expert tastings with passionate hosts in Santa Barbara's intimate El Paseo district.
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The James Joyce

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4.2
An exposed-brick Irish bar with strong beer and cocktails, lively karaoke, live music, and bar games creating a casual, cozy vibe.
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The Society: State & Mason

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4.9
Santa Barbara wine bar with well-curated local flights, cozy patio, and attentive service for a relaxed afternoon or evening wine tasting.
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Valley to the Sea Winery

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4
Cozy winery with carefully crafted, delicious wines and friendly service in a sleek, minimalist space perfect for wine lovers downtown.
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Shaker Mill

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4.5
Trendy, cozy cocktail bar with casual vibe, known for great drinks and fast, attentive service in Santa Barbara.
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Press Room

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4.5
Modest English-style pub with lively sports on multiple TVs, great beer selection, cocktails, and a cozy vibe.
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Melville Winery Tasting Lounge

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4.6
Relaxed tasting lounge offering well-crafted wines, friendly knowledgeable staff, and a cozy atmosphere ideal for wine flights and casual visits.
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Santa Barbara Wine Collective

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4.4
Relaxed, industrial-chic wine bar with tasting flights, bar games, live music, and a cozy atmosphere to savor regional wines.
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Lama Dog Tap Room + Bottle Shop

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4.4
Hip Santa Barbara taproom with a rotating craft beer and wine selection, casual vibe, and inviting outdoor patio seating.
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Dargan's

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4.4
Traditional Irish dishes and drinks served in a cozy brick-walled pub with pool tables, darts, and live music in Santa Barbara.
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The Cliff Room

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4.5
Casual dive bar featuring great cocktails, pool tables, karaoke nights, and a laid-back vibe with quick service and outdoor seating.
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Third Window Brewing Santa Barbara

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🍻 Brewpub

4.7
Laid-back brewery with crafted beers and smash burgers in a courtyard setting. Chill vibe, self-seating, and a solid selection of local brews.
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M Special Brewing Company

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4.7
Spacious Goleta brewery with stellar beer selection, a long natural wood bar, lively patio, and regular live music events.
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Santo Mezcal

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🌮 Mexican

4.5
Hip, lively Mexican spot with a seafood-centric modern twist and an extensive tequila list in Santa Barbara.
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Natural Cafe

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🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

4.5
Fresh Californian fare with salads, veggie sandwiches & smoothies in a casual, cozy spot with outdoor seating and local charm.
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Mesa Pizza Co

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🍕 Pizza

4.1
Casual pizza joint in Santa Barbara known for fresh toppings, flavorful crust, and quick service in a relaxed setting.
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Broad Street Oyster Company

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🦞 Seafood

4.1
Casual seafood spot with fresh oysters, famed lobster roll, and a lively bar offering cocktails and beer in Santa Barbara’s Lower State.
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Intermezzo by Wine Cask

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🍴 Contemporary

4.4
Seasonal Californian cuisine and extensive wines are served in a grand, late-19th-century setting, blending upscale yet approachable vibes.
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Joe's Cafe

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🍔 American

4.4
Lively spot serving classic American favorites with modern twists including steak & seafood since 1928 in Santa Barbara.
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Domingo's Cafe

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🍳 Breakfast

4.5
Casual, cozy spot serving local-style breakfast with fast service, great coffee, and friendly atmosphere in Goleta.
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Longboard's Grill

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🦞 Seafood

3.7
Seafood, burgers, and tropical cocktails served with rooftop and harbor views at this casual, lively Santa Barbara spot.
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Cal Taco

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🌮 Mexican

4.3
Casual Mexican spot serving made-to-order tacos and burgers with a fresh salsa bar, popular for quick bites and filling monkey bowls.
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Starbucks

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☕ Coffee Shop

4.3
Seattle-based chain serving signature roasts, light bites, and WiFi with a student-friendly vibe in Isla Vista.
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Market Sandwich

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🥗 Vegan & Vegetarian

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Casual sandwich shop offering organic, vegetarian-friendly options with dine-in and takeout in vibrant Santa Barbara.
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Carlitos Café y Cantina

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🌮 Mexican

4.4
Classic Mexican eats and margaritas served indoors or on patio with colorful umbrellas and a delightful fountain vibe.
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China Pavilion

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🥡 Chinese

4.1
Local favorite serving authentic Chinese cuisine and weekend dim sum with fast service and great tea in casual Santa Barbara setting.
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SB Biergarten

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🥨 German

4.4
Casual German beer garden with a broad craft beer selection, hearty comfort food, and a lively indoor-outdoor atmosphere in Santa Barbara.
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ah juice organic cafe (100 % organic cafe & pressed juice)

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🥗 Health

4.3
Organic, wholesome cafe offering fresh juices, wraps, and smoothies with a cozy, casual vibe and friendly service in Santa Barbara.