Restaurants near University of California Santa Barbara

31 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ca' Dario Cucina Italiana

4.6

Exceptional(501)

$$$$

• Italian • Goleta

Booked 6 times today

Anything grilled is "divine" and the rest of the menu is "delectable" at the "charming" Italian in Santa Barbara known for its "excellent" execution of "simple" pasta, meats and other classics plus a "fantastic" wine list with many available by the glass; it's a local "favorite", so reservations are a must.

2. Angel Oak

4.7

Exceptional(906)

$$$$

• Steak • Santa Barbara

Booked 23 times today

The signature fine dining restaurant located at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, Angel Oak brings elevated California coastal cuisine to the perfect venue. The oceanfront restaurant offers a California Coastal steakhouse menu curated by our Chef Josh Kellim.Accompanying the cuisine is an ambiance of pure scenic beauty, with floor-to-ceiling ocean views and a striking 25-seat bar topped with vibrant blue Amazonite quartz. Seating on the outdoor patio is also offered, showcasing some of the most captivating sunsets over the Pacific. Complementing the Angel Oak dining experience is a premier cocktail program and exclusive wine cellar that houses the restaurant's 12,000-bottle collection.

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3. Woodstock's Pizza - Isla Vista

4.6

Exceptional(3)

$$$$

• Pizzeria • Goleta

Legendary taste meets an epic party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza in downtown Isla Vista. Bring your friends for mouth-watering pizza and our famous Wildebread.

4. Caya Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(327)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 2 times today

Inspired by the diversity of Southern California and the bounty of the coast, the menu strikes a balance between the land and the sea. Approachable, yet trend-forward, dinner lends itself to social interaction, equally suited to happy hours and night time noshing as to sit-down dinner. The cultural melting pot is most evident with selections like our tasty seared ahi, carnitas sliders or mouth watering pork chop. Raw plates, salads and entrees round out the menu with nods to healthfulness, familiarity and cool California comfort on our beautiful heated patio.

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5. The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

4.3

Awesome(449)

$$$$

• American • Santa Barbara

Booked 3 times today

Named “Top 100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America” by OpenTable, The Bistro offers a casual and relaxed atmosphere to dine and enjoy sweeping views of the coastline. Local produce and sustainable seafood highlight an acclaimed menu of traditional bistro favorites, including brick oven flatbreads, seasonal salads and the signature Santa Barbara burger.Recent upgrades to The Bistro’s patio include the addition of a cozy wood-burning fireplace, direct access to an oceanfront pool bar, and enhanced outdoor heating to enjoy breathtaking ocean vistas all year long.Please note that dining on holidays are only available for in-house guests, and room confirmation number is required to officially confirm your dining reservation.

6. San Setto

4.6

Exceptional(40)

$$$$

• Sushi • Santa Barbara

Booked 6 times today

“An intimate lounge featuring a contemporaryJapanese menu highlighting fresh sushi, saké, craft cocktails, and occidental spirits.”

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7. Timber's Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(70)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Goleta

Booked 2 times today

Timber's Restaurant is an American food outlet which serves fast-food as well as seafood options. The restaurant has a sunny ambience and classic interiors which are very relaxing. The waiting staff at the restaurant is very friendly and cooperative. Timber's Restaurant offers live music for entertainment as well as television and free Wi-Fi. It is a good place to dine at with family and friends (child friendly atmosphere). Timber's Restaurant has a full alcohol bar and serves delicious food. Some of the popular cuisine options include steaks, grilled varieties, burgers, sandwiches, fried chicken, pizza, nachos and tacos. The restaurant also serves mouthwatering dessert options and non-alcoholic beverages.

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8. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(4686)

$$$$

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 58 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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9. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

4.7

Exceptional(4688)

$$$$

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 49 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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10. Opal Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1294)

$$$$

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 16 times today

Limited Inside and Outside dining. Choose Outside Dining or Standard for inside dining. Either choice is a commitment to dine in that area.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!

Restaurants near University of California Santa Barbara

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31 restaurants available nearby

1. Ca' Dario Cucina Italiana

2. Angel Oak

3. Woodstock's Pizza - Isla Vista

4. Caya Restaurant

5. The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

6. San Setto

7. Timber's Restaurant

8. Toma Restaurant & Bar

9. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

10. Opal Restaurant & Bar

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