Guidebook for Santa Barbara
Food Scene
Great restaurant at Hendry's Beach (this beach is very dog friendly) delicious seafood, but other good choices as well. Ideal for weekend brunch.
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Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
2981 Cliff DrGreat restaurant at Hendry's Beach (this beach is very dog friendly) delicious seafood, but other good choices as well. Ideal for weekend brunch.
Fresh seafood restaurant and bar. Plenty of affordable Happy Hour specials (food and drinks).
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Enterprise Fish Co.
225 State StFresh seafood restaurant and bar. Plenty of affordable Happy Hour specials (food and drinks).
Good lunch spot. Plenty of yummy vegan and vegetarian options.
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Sojourner Cafe
134 E Canon Perdido StGood lunch spot. Plenty of yummy vegan and vegetarian options.
Middle eastern restaurant with outdoor fire-circles. Bellydancers on weekends. Good for special occasions.
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Zaytoon
209 E Canon Perdido StMiddle eastern restaurant with outdoor fire-circles. Bellydancers on weekends. Good for special occasions.
Mesa Cafe & Bar
1972 Cliff DrAffordable breakfast/brunch, Bloody Mary's.
Opal
1325 State StFresh seafood specials and shellfish, innovative cocktails.
Northern Indian food, yummy Tandoori, fun dining atmosphere. Tons of vegetarian options. Great for special occasions.
India House
418 State StNorthern Indian food, yummy Tandoori, fun dining atmosphere. Tons of vegetarian options. Great for special occasions.
Shoreline Beach Cafe
801 Shoreline DrAffordable lunch spot on Ledbetter beach.
Brophy Bros.
119 Harbor WayDelicious seafood, located on the Harbor, neat SB Yacht Club.
Robust coffee, outdoor seating, located on State Street, downtown.
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The French Press
1101 State StRobust coffee, outdoor seating, located on State Street, downtown.
Our Daily Bread
2700 De La Vina StreetFresh coffee, delicious breads, baked goods and pastries.
Rustic restaurant, bar, BBQ and live music get-a-way. Best on weekend afternoons for mouthwatering tri-tip sandwiches.
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Cold Spring Tavern
5995 Stagecoach RdRustic restaurant, bar, BBQ and live music get-a-way. Best on weekend afternoons for mouthwatering tri-tip sandwiches.
European breakfast spot. Delicious cappuccinos and chocolate croissants, outdoor seating.
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D'Angelo's Bread
25 W Gutierrez StEuropean breakfast spot. Delicious cappuccinos and chocolate croissants, outdoor seating.
Best pizza in SB--gluten free and whole wheat crust, tons of creative toppings.
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Pizza Guru
3534 State StBest pizza in SB--gluten free and whole wheat crust, tons of creative toppings.
Fun Mexican restaurant on State Street--outdoor patio, yummy margaritas, good food. Happy hour specials.
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Casa Blanca Restaurant & Cantina
330 State StreetFun Mexican restaurant on State Street--outdoor patio, yummy margaritas, good food. Happy hour specials.
Authentic Italian restaurant--the ravioli with browned butter and sage sauce is delectable, as is the tiramisu.
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Ca' Dario
37 E Victoria StAuthentic Italian restaurant--the ravioli with browned butter and sage sauce is delectable, as is the tiramisu.
Arch Rock
608 Anacapa StYummy seafood/sushi, reasonable happy hour specials
Miso Hungry
134 E Canon Perdido Styummy quick dining, Japanese inspired salads, wraps and rice bowls
Natural Cafe
508 State Sthealthy salads, sandwiches, soups,vegetarian and vegan entrees
Mandarin Palace
3955 State StChinese delivery
(805) 683-2158
Domino's Pizza
1808 Cliff Drdelivery
(805) 898-0606
Saigon Restaurant
1230A State Stfresh Vietnamese
coffee shop with nice outdoor, dog friendly seating, delicious muffins, breakfast burritos and good sandwiches
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The Daily Grind
2912 De La Vina Stcoffee shop with nice outdoor, dog friendly seating, delicious muffins, breakfast burritos and good sandwiches
Essentials
Trader Joe's
3025 De La Vina StClosest Trader Joe's to the house.
Vons
163 S Turnpike Rdclosest grocery store to the house
Drinks & Nightlife
Yummy cocktails, outdoor seating, happy hour specials.
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Blush Restaurant + Lounge
630 State StreetYummy cocktails, outdoor seating, happy hour specials.
SOhO Restaurant & Music Club
1221 State StLive music!!
EOS Lounge
500 Anacapa StNice outdoor patio
The Blind Tiger
409 State StDJs and Sunday brunch
Arts & Culture
Private collection features 19th century French Impressionists.
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Santa Barbara Museum of Art
1130 State StPrivate collection features 19th century French Impressionists.
Shopping
Yogurtland
5880 Calle RealSweet surf shop with new and vintage boards, wetsuits, bikinis and gifts.
Peaceful boutique for the mind, body and soul. Eclectic mix of books, gifts, candles and music to promote healing.
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Paradise Found
17 E Anapamu StPeaceful boutique for the mind, body and soul. Eclectic mix of books, gifts, candles and music to promote healing.
The Book Den
15 E Anapamu StBest used book store in town.
Locally owned, independent, charming bookstore; poetry readings, book singings and literary events.
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Chaucer's Bookstore
3321 State StLocally owned, independent, charming bookstore; poetry readings, book singings and literary events.
Great for hiking, backpacking, ski/snowboard, rock climbing and travel gear. Good service, knowledgable staff. Rentals available.
Mountain Air Sports
14 State StGreat for hiking, backpacking, ski/snowboard, rock climbing and travel gear. Good service, knowledgable staff. Rentals available.
REI
321 Anacapa StEverything you need for outdoor adventures!
Chocolate Maya
15 W Gutierrez StDelicious truffles from around the world.
CVS
2973 State Stclosest drugstore
Everything Else
Yoga Soup
28 Parker WayMy favorite yoga studio. Eddie Ellner's classes are life-changing!
YASA Yoga
22 W Mission Stnice studio in cathedral
Source Yoga Studio
Small studio, $5 Community Yoga on Saturdays at 1:00 PM.
California native plants amongst artfully designed landscapes, nature trails and vistas.
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Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
1212 Mission Canyon RdCalifornia native plants amongst artfully designed landscapes, nature trails and vistas.
695 Ashley Rd
695 Ashley RoadExotic plants located on the grounds of the late Madame Ganna Walska's estate.
Rattlesnake Canyon Trail
Hiking trail with beautiful wildflowers in the spring.
Stand up Paddle Board and kayak rentals and lessons. Also features trips to Channel Islands National Park.
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Paddle Sports Center
117 Harbor WayStand up Paddle Board and kayak rentals and lessons. Also features trips to Channel Islands National Park.
Great space for a picnic-- koi ponds, turtles, gardens, nature--right in the heart of downtown.
Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens
Great space for a picnic-- koi ponds, turtles, gardens, nature--right in the heart of downtown.
More Mesa Beach
nude beach ;)
Backyard Bowls
331 Motor WayButterfly Beach
Ellwood Beach Drive
Ellwood Beach Drivebutterfly preserve
Inspiration Point
decent hike with beautiful ocean views