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owned and operated by husband and wife team Justin and Emma West. Young, adventurous, and passionate about good food.
"An always-intriguing seasonal menu derived from Santa Barbara County's Wine Country and fresh ingredients, this intimate restaurant lies hidden behind a shrubbery portal in the heart of downtown. The food and service are impeccable, and an experienced staff stands ready to help coordinate by-the-glass wines for each course." Frommer's, 2005 Best Restaurants in California. We couldn't say it better ourselves, except that they don't tell you about owner Mitchell Sjerven, whose great sense of hospitality stands behind it all. Also, there are over 50 wines by the glass, all local.
Tucked up next to the San Roque Post Office on Upper State Street, this unassuming trattoria is the real thing. The best breakfast in town, delicious lunch sandwiches, great pastas and salads, gelati, and authentic specialties at dinner. Owner Renato Moiso is from Liguria, and also imports fine Italian cheeses, oils, etc... Eat in, take out, shop.
Finally, a real French patisserie in Santa Barbara!
Gorgeous pastries, flaky croissants, spectacular cakes, the town is flocking to this little gem.
Chef/owner Alberto Morello is from Sicily. The food is delicious, the wine list extensive, and Alberto's wife Elaine
oversees
the tasteful dining room.
26 years of perfection, and another husband-wife team.
I just love this place. Owner/chef Budi Kazali has an amazing palate, and the Pacific Rim influence in his cuisine is beautifully refined simplicity.
Truly not-to-be-missed, and you can stay at the romantic inn.
Elegant, relaxed cafe serves lunch during the week and brunch on Sundays, and has cooking classes followed by dinner on Saturdays.
Local and organic ingredients are featured.
Here's the Scoop
1187 Coast Village road, Montecito
(805)969-7020
Hidden below street level on the south side of the street, delicious homemade gelati and sorbets in both classic and creative flavors including fig-mascarpone and chocolate persimmon.
Owner Ellie Patterson buys the fruit and berries from local farmers to create her world-class products.
also espresso drinks, soups, and sandwiches at lunch time.
Santa Barbara's first shop dedicated to cheese. Owners Michael and Katherine Graham are passionate about their mission to bring world class cheeses to our town, and keep addin to a beautiful selection. Party platters can be ordered.
Openedin March of 2007, Santa Barbara's first shop dedicated to gourmet chocolates.
15 W Gutierrez St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101(805) 965-5956
A luxurious, romantic inn tucked away amidst verdant gardens on a quiet side street, but within walking distance of downtown Santa Barbara. You'll have a hard time leaving.
You will be in great hands if you visit the Santa Barbara Wine Country with Brian in his brand new bio-diesel van. The focus is on wineries that use biodynamic and organic growing methods. They also happen to have excellent wines and scenic locations.
Operated by Laurence Hauben, leader of Slow Food Santa Barbara. When you want more than just another cooking class.
