American fare—burgers, steaks, salads and seafood—with the appropriate dose of Western kitsch and memorabilia are the draw at these family-friendly joints. OLIO E L IM ON E RIST O R A N T E 11 W. Victoria St., Ste. 17, 18, and 21, Santa Barbara, 805-899-2699, olioelimone.com. With three iterations (fine dining, pizzeria, and raw bar) right next door to each other, these restaurants serve authentic Italian cuisine in an inviting atmosphere. OLIVE R’S 1198 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-969-0834, oliversofmontecito.com. This plantbased eatery has a strong menu of fresh, organic flavors, including artichoke “crab cakes,” toasted farro risotto, and jackfruit tacos, to name a few. PAN E E V IN O T RAT T O R I A 1482 E. Valley Rd., Montecito, 805-969-9274, panevinosb.com. A cozy ambiance is the attraction at this quiet Italian restaurant.
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S OU L CAL S MOKEHOU S E 38 W Victoria St., Santa Barbara, 805-770-7925, soulcalsmokehouse .com. Santa Barbara’s only BBQ joint is now open at the Santa Barbara Public Market and is supplying locals with cuisine comprising of housemade sausages, tri-tip, smoked pork belly bahn mi, and traditional BBQ beans.
805-965-4566, samasamakitchen .com. Sama Sama offers Indonesianinspired dishes created with fresh ingredients from our farmers market.
T HE T EE- OF F RES TAU RAN & L OU NGE 3627 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-687-1616, teeoffsb.com. This popular steak house is a throwback to the good ol’ days.
S A N T O M E ZCAL 119 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-883-3593, santomezcalsb.com. From the creators of Los Agaves Restaurant comes this Funk Zone restaurant showcasing Mexican cuisine with a contemporary edge.
T OMA RES TAU RANT 324 W. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, 805-962-0777, tomarestaurant.com. One of Santa Barbara’s most romantic waterfront restaurants—a local favorite—serves exquisite seasonal Italian and Mediterranean dishes.
S AT EL L I T E 1117 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-364-3043, satellitesb.com. Located inside the bustling Impact Hub, the locally sourced vegetarian menu crafted by chef Emma West is packed with out-of-this-world flavors to complement the selection of small production wine and beer.
T RE L U NE 1151 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-969-2646, trelunesb.com. A sophisticated Italian eatery, this spot is always packed with regulars and local celebrities alike.
Restaurant Guide
REN AU D ’S PAT IS S E R I E & B I S T R O 3315 State St., Santa Barbara, 805569-2400; 1324 State St., Ste. N, Santa Barbara, The Silver Bough 805-892-2800; 1187 Coast Village Rd., Ste. 7, Montecito, 805-3244200, renaudsbakery .com. Savor the French breakfast dishes as well as salads, sandwiches, quiches, and delectable pastries. S AM A S A M A K IT C H E N 1208 State St., Santa Barbara, 134 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9
S C A R L E T T BEGONIA 11 W. Victoria St., Santa Barbara, 805-770-2143, scarlettbegonia.net. With menus that change every week, this downtown eatery aims to treat guests with delicious local and seasonal bites. S H O R E L I NE BEACH CAF E 801 Shoreline Dr., Santa Barbara, 805-5680064, shorelinebeachcafe.com. Kids can play in the sand under the sun while parents take a mini-vacation with the fresh cocktails and beachworthy fare. T H E S I LV E R BOU GH 1295 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 818-876-0818, silverboughmontecito.com. Chef Phillip Frankland Lee’s ambitious new restaurant is serving decadent ingredients such as whipped caviar, real Japanese kobe beef, 24-karat gold flakes, and an array of truffles.
T YGER T YGER 121 E. Yanonali St., Santa Barbara, 805-880-4227, tygertygersb.com. Serving local produce, fresh ingredients, and only the highest-quality food, chef Daniel Palaima’s menu features Thailand’s and Vietnam’s most vibrant flavors. V IA MAES T RA 4 2 3343 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-569-6522. Renato Moiso’s cozy bistro serves authentic Italian cuisine. YOICHI’ S 230 E. Victoria St., Santa Barbara, 805-962-6627, yoichis.com. This Japanese restaurant provides a multicourse dining experience with a selection of sake and wines. ZAYT OON 209 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, 805-963-1293, zaytoon.com. Live entertainment completes the relaxed patio atmosphere at this Lebanesestyle eatery.
PHOTOGRAPHS: THE SILVER BOUGH, JOE SCHMELZER; TYGER TYGER, ROB STARK PHOTOGRAPHY
THE PIC K L E ROOM 122 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, 805-9651015, threepickles.com/pickel-roomdinners. Stroll through the red door for an old-school feel that pays tribute to Santa Barbara’s historic Chinatown. Try the pickletini and the Reuben egg rolls to blend in with the regulars.
