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BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn serves as a welcoming retreat in Santa Barbara, offering guests easy access to fantastic dining options nearby. Where to Eat Near BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn? Food lovers will delight in the diverse culinary scene surrounding the inn. Diners can explore fine dining establishments featuring succulent steaks and homemade pastas, alongside casual eateries that serve fresh sushi and gourmet pizzas. With options ranging from sophisticated Asian dishes to lively American taverns, there's something for every palate. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with cozy settings perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners. Whether you're seeking a culinary adventure or a laid-back meal, you'll find delightful dining experiences just steps away from your stay.
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1. The Lark - Santa Barbara
4.7
Exceptional(2717)
££££
• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara
Booked 93 times today
For Large Party reservations (8+ guests), please reach out to host@thelarksb.comThe Lark pays homage to the history of California train travel and tributes the treasured and long gone Santa Barbara Fish Market, built in the 1920’s as a commercial fish processing plant, shipping their seafood products throughout the state by rail. With an imaginative yet approachable menu created by the gifted Jason Paluska, The Lark celebrates everything found around Santa Barbara County – wineries, farms, ocean and natural beauty. The stunning design strives to connect to the past and the future, using discovered objects from the past and blending them with modern, urban and industrial materials to spectacular effect.
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2. Loquita
4.7
Exceptional(1088)
££££
• Spanish • Santa Barbara
Booked 94 times today
Located at the gateway to Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, Loquita serves Spanish-inspired tapas, wood-fired seafood and meats, and signature seasonal paella crafted with locally sourced ingredients.Our wine list features premier Spanish varietals and exceptional local wines that pair perfectly with the menu, while our cocktail program highlights Spanish vermouths, farmers’ market Sangria, and the king of Spanish cocktails — the Gin-and-Tonic.Experience the warmth, flavor, and spirit of Spain — right here in Santa Barbara.
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3. Toma Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(6029)
££££
• Italian • Santa Barbara
Booked 27 times today
Toma Restaurant and Bar a waterfront bistro, located along Santa Barbara's picturesque Cabrillo Blvd. Experience Santa Barbara waterfront's most romantic restaurant. Savor exquisite Italian and Mediterranean inspired dishes from Santa Barbara's seasonal bounty, supporting our local fisherman, farmers, foragers and food artisans. Pour over local and Italian wines along with a full bar of handcrafted cocktails and spirits. Enjoy warm and attentive service while dining window side with a view of the enchanting Santa Barbara harbor.
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4. OKU
4.6
Exceptional(2195)
££££
• Asian • Santa Barbara
Booked 68 times today
Tina Takaya, proprietor, welcomes you to our newest two story restaurant on the water. We feel the key to success is our passion for creating the highest quality food and warm friendly service. We hope you will enjoy your experience as much as we enjoyed creating it for you."We want Locals to feel like Family and Visitors to feel like Locals"Our menu draws from Asian favorites that inspire and excite such as Wagyu Steak, Japanese Sushi, Chinese Dumplings, Garlic Noodles and fresh local seafood.We are located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Waterfront and Funk Zone Districts. Come enjoy lunch or dinner, soak in the sun by day at our waterfront rooftop bar while sipping on a refreshing cocktail surrounded by our beautiful ocean vista and by night, enjoy lounging by the fireplace after a delicious meal and a great glass of wine.Our chef uses the freshest ingredients from central coast farmers and local fisherman to create dishes with the best of what California has to offer.
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5. Bouchon - Santa Barbara
4.8
Exceptional(5893)
££££
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 33 times today
We are delighted to have added additional outdoor seating but Santa Barbara nights are chilly so bring a sweater or light jacket!Fresh, local ingredients, prepared with care. Excellent wines that reflect the quality and character of our region and work in concert with the cuisine. Warm, inviting ambiance, service at a relaxed, leisurely pace. Santa Barbara ‘Wine Country Cuisine’ means we source our ingredients using an ‘as-fresh-and-as-local-as-possible’ approach, with fish from the Santa Barbara Channel and produce from the surrounding countryside. We then take into account how these flavors can be presented in concert with our local wines. We believe you’ll taste the difference. Bon Appètit!
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6. Secret Bao
4.9
Exceptional(1049)
££££
• Asian • Santa Barbara
Booked 48 times today
Contemporary Asian American Restaurant from Chefs Peter Lee & Felicia Medina. "Consider the bao. Chinese in origin, it’s most easily described as a steamed bun filled with something savory. Yet, like the American concept of a sandwich, the bao exploded into a flexible format of untold bounds — served at any meal, filled with you-name-it, completely closed or wide open, with endless regional variants from across Asia and far beyond." - Matt Kettmann (SB Independent)1 Block From State Street, Easy Parking, Public Lot Nearby, Free 75 Minute Parking, Walking Distance, El Pueblo Viejo Landmark District, Superior Court, Spanish Colonial Revival Courthouse, Santa Barbara Museum Of Art, Courthouse Gardens, Bell Tower, Bao, Food, Restaurant, Asian, American, New, Modern, Fried, Chicken, Octopus, Vegan, Vegetarian, Paleo, Friendly, Dog Friendly, Outdoor Patio, Heaters, Warm, Inviting, Hospitable, Modern Design
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7. Barbareño
4.8
Exceptional(2283)
££££
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 22 times today
At Barbareño we seek to help further shape and define Central Coast cuisine. We take our inspiration from traditions and specialties of our area, delicacies unique to our region, and the many outstanding purveyors with whom we are so fortunate to work. In all of our efforts, we hope to capture the essence of a particular place or local flavor, embracing the nuances that make our food and drink unique to our home.
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8. Convivo
4.7
Exceptional(2462)
££££
• Italian • Santa Barbara
Booked 22 times today
Convivo is a Santa Barbara restaurant and bar with an Italian soul. Chef-Owner Peter McNee's food is best described as ‘Nomad Italian.’ It strays from the standard or traditional Italian, sourcing inspiration from many other cultures’ cooking but its soul is thoroughly Italian. The ever-changing menu includes small plates, housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, rotisserie chicken, fresh seafood and steaks served family-style. McNee’s all-star supplier network provides the freshest produce and local seafood the region is famous for. Convivo features a bright dining room and bar along with two expansive heated patios across from Santa Barbara's East Beach with views of the Pacific. Inspired by the bounty of the sea, the lush farms and abundant vineyards nearby coupled with the cooking methods of Italy, Convivo is a festive gathering place for locals and visitors alike inside the newly-restored Santa Barbara Inn.
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9. Opal Restaurant & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2143)
££££
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 33 times today
We have inside and limited outdoor sidewalk dining. If you prefer to sit outside, please indicate that with your reservation request. To accommodate our second seating, early parties should plan for a maximum stay of 1.5 to 2hrs, depending on party size. Please call 805 966 9676 for more details. A popular local’s favorite, opal restaurant & bar’s Eclectic California Cuisine fuses creative world cuisine influences with American Regional touches, from a 14 oz. Herb-Grilled Ribeye Steak on Tuscan White Beans, to Fresh Pan-Seared Fish & Seafood, Homemade Pastas, Gourmet Pizzas, fresh Baked Breads, imaginative Salads, & Homemade Desserts. We have a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, & a full bar with seasonal Craft Cocktails. Our entire dining room staff assists to take care of each table, enabling exceptional service in a warm engaging manner, properly nuanced to your mood & taste. Our staff genuinely cares about giving you the best possible experience!
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10. Dom's Taverna
4.7
Exceptional(253)
££££
• Basque • Santa Barbara
Booked 28 times today
Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara’s historic El Pueblo Viejo, DOM’S Taverna celebrates the bold, soulful flavors of Basque cuisine made with the freshest ingredients from California’s Central Coast. From wood-grilled seafood to rustic stews and vermouth-driven cocktails, we bring together fire, salt, and story.Join us daily for Happy Hour from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, with late-night Happy Hour from 9:00 to 11:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday. Dinner is served from 5:00 to 10:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday, and from 5:00 to 9:00 PM on Sunday and Monday. We hold reservations for 15 minutes. Please note, dining time ends at the original booking time to honor all guests.

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  • Yoni
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We dined there for dinner last night and loved everything about this place !! The ambience, decor ,the amazing food and the service were all amazing !! We’ll definitely go back there whenever we’re in Santa Barbara !
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    Loquita$$$$• Spanish• Santa Barbara
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    4.7
  • Neil
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Bouchon is a wonderful, quaint French restaurant located downtown Santa Barbara. Extremely friendly and competent service, fantastic food, and wonderful ambiance. We'll be back, soon!
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    Bouchon - Santa Barbara$$$$• Californian• Santa Barbara
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    4.8
  • AngelaGold
    Denver / Colorado •100 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 4 Nov 2026
    We enjoyed a delicious meal at OKU. The fish was so fresh and the texture was perfect! We loved all of the nigiri and tried a few new rolls. The cauliflower starter and rockfish was delicious! Aine M was our server and she was exceptional! She made our night perfect and accommodated a request we had beautifully. We will be back!
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    OKU$$$$• Asian• Santa Barbara
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    4.6
  • Mitchell
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 3 Nov 2026
    The fried chicken was impeccable. Super flavorful and juicy. The use of chicken thighs was smart. Served with grits and breadcrumbs and butter pickles. Great combo. The cornbread can’t be humanly described. But trust me it’s gooooood!
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    The Lark - Santa Barbara$$$$• Contemporary American• Santa Barbara
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    4.7
  • MarkGold
    Denver / Colorado •81 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 3 Nov 2026
    From the moment we were greeted until check presented. Service was perfect. Food is always great. Love this place. Will return. Again!
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    Toma Restaurant & Bar$$$$• Italian• Santa Barbara
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    4.8

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