🍽️ Best Restaurants in Santa Barbara, California

14 restaurants in Santa Barbara, California, ranked by Google rating and number of reviews. Featured listings appear first.

1

Farmer Boy

Restaurants

4.6 (1,116)

πŸ“ 3427 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

A cherished Santa Barbara tradition since 1958, Farmer Boy is a warm and welcoming neighborhood diner serving classic American breakfast and lunch. Enjoy generous portions of made-from-scratch favorites, including pancak…

American restaurant Cafe Diner Restaurant
3

Aegean SB

Restaurants

5.0 (68)

πŸ“ 731 A De La Guerra Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara, at De la Guerra plaza, our cozy restaurant brings together the vibrant flavors of Greek and Turkish cuisine. We pride in using the finest local and sesonal produce, and our weekly s…

Caterer
4

Joe's Cafe

Restaurants

4.4 (2,526)

πŸ“ 536 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Joe’s Cafe is an acclaimed American steakhouse and upbeat bar that’s been the centerpiece of Santa Barbara’s dining, drinking, and socializing since 1928. Our commitment to offering great meals, stiff cocktails, and a fr…

Bar American restaurant Restaurant Steak house
5

Finney's Crafthouse

Restaurants

4.4 (2,228)

πŸ“ 35 State St a, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Finney’s Crafthouse is a lively Santa Barbara gastropub on iconic State Street, in the heart of the Funk Zone just a block from the pier. Set inside the historic Hotel California, our open-concept space welcomes locals a…

Bar & grill Cocktail bar Gastropub New American restaurant
12

Mezza Thyme | Mediterranean

Restaurants

4.7

πŸ“ 20 E Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Mezza Thyme brings Levant mezza, ingredients, flavors and cooking methods to downtown Santa Barbara. Hand crafted cocktails made with herbs, citrus, fresh juices and quality spirits.

Lebanese restaurant Delivery Restaurant Takeout Restaurant Middle Eastern restaurant
14

The Blue Owl

Restaurants

4.6

πŸ“ 5 W Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

*As featured on the 2023 Food Network's Diner’s, Drive-ins and Dives with Guy Fieri* Our fusion style cafΓ© in Downtown Santa Barbara serves a menu with creative appetizers, hearty salads, crafty sandwiches, Banh-Mi sandw…

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Frequently asked questions

How many restaurants are there in Santa Barbara, California?

The directory currently lists 14 restaurants in Santa Barbara, California, updated continuously from Google Maps.

Which restaurant in Santa Barbara, California is rated highest?

Weighing rating against review count, Farmer Boy currently leads with 4.6 out of 5 from 1,116 reviews.

How is this list ranked?

Featured listings (paid, always labeled) come first; the rest are ordered by a score that balances the average Google rating against the number of reviews, so a 4.8 from 300 reviews outranks a 5.0 from 2.

Can I call these restaurants directly?

Yes. 14 of the 14 listings on this page show a phone number; tap the call button on each card.

What else does Santa Barbara, California have besides restaurants?

Other well-covered categories in Santa Barbara, California include Pizza Restaurants, Restaurants, Italian Delis & Bakeries, Italian Restaurants; see β€œOther categories” below.

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