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Toma Restaurant & Bar
Toma Restaurant & Bar

Toma Restaurant & Bar Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://tomarestaurant.com
  • Email: info@tomarestaurant.com
  • Phone: (805) 962-0777
  • Hours of Operation: Dinner
    Daily: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
  • Executive Chef: Nat Ely
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Takeout, View, Wine

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Castillo Street
  • Parking: Street Parking
A word from Toma Restaurant & Bar
Toma Restaurant and Bar is the new 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.Continued
Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
Diner Reviews
  • "Went to Toma for the first time and, well, it was sensational....noisy, but sensational. Server Stephen certainly helped make the night not only with outstanding service but steering us to the grilled romaine salad, beet salad, pizza and, of well, we could go on. Just remember if you don't like the noise, ask for a table away from the bar and not in the center of the dining room. Then relax and enjoy!"
    Dined on 3/7/2014
  • "Everything was outstanding! They have a great wine and specialty cocktail list. All of the appetizers we tried were amazing and enough to share for 6 people! Everyone loved their entrees and all of the homemade pasta was fantastic. Desert was unnecessary but we felt we had to try and we were not disappointed! The service was great! Everything about Toma exceeded our expectations and we will certainly be back whenever we visit Santa Barbara!"
    Dined on 3/6/2014
  • "We are always thrilled with our dining experience at Toma! The personal warmth of Tom the Owner, sets the tone. Trey, our favorite waiter is attentive without being intrusive. And the food.....Superb!! Cherilyn Milton"
    Dined on 3/7/2014
  • "Candles, rose mini-bouquets on white linen, soft music (vocal jazz), glimpses of the beach (across the street) , attentive service, well-prepared Italian specialities: all are reasons this is a local favorite on week nights. Weekends: Toma's is not a large restaurant and it gets busy! Reservations recommended at all times, even during the week."
    Dined on 3/4/2014
  • "One of the best meals I have had in SB!! I will be back often!"
    Dined on 3/4/2014
  • "we came here for birthday dinner it was delicious food was presented well the service is greatthe scenery was greatthey have good winethe scallops were deliciousand so was the gnocchi"
    Dined on 3/3/2014
  • "The Eagle Inn B&B recommended Toma Restaurant and they were right, it was fantastic. Window table, great waiter, multiple selections in all categories for food choices. We ended up sharing many items because we wanted to try as many as possible. Perfect evening, I will definitely dine there again."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Went there on a recent Saturday during the "storm of the decade". Very welcoming place and a cozy atmosphere from the wet weather. Food was great...lasagna, grilled romaine, gnocchi and tuna scones...all were delicious. Price was reasonable. Service was quick, polite and attentive"
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Even though I had early reservations the dinner was great! This was the first time I had been there and I had a great evening. I highly recommend this place! I'll definitely will be back!"
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "We are so glad we received this recommendation. Having enjoyed most of the upscale places in tone over the years, I can easily say this was the best meal we've enjoyed in Santa Barbara. Excellent food, a terrific staff and more. This is a must go to place now. I'd eat there two nights in a row - no need to loll elsewhere if in doubt. Book your reservation though because it fills up! Enjoy!!!"
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "We had a great experience! The servers were attentive and anticipated our needs. The food was outstanding. The prep chef told us about the dish she made, which showed us she was proud of it. Overall, it's one of the best dining experiences we've had. Make a reservation, to ensure you get a table."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "My husband & I went to Toma for my birthday. The host first wanted to seat us at a table in the middle of the room, but we requested one along the side and they were able to accommodate us. Food and service were very good - I had salmon, my husband had scallops, and the waiter brought a complimentary dessert since it was my birthday, which was nice. It's pretty inside, but it's small and the tables in the middle of the room were pretty close together. There was a large party that night, so maybe the tables were closer than usual, this was the first time I'd been there. Despite the proximity of tables and the busy night, the noise level was fine - we had no trouble talking or hearing our waiter. In all, a good experience, I'd go back."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Our party of five had excellent service from Steve and all of our menu choices were delicious. We will definitely return to Toma."
    Dined on 2/27/2014
  • "Revamped and even better - Loved the lighter, brighter room. Grilled Romaine salad is delightful as are the scallops. Excellent service, very good martinis, and a good wine list. We plan to go back whenever we are in Santa Barbara."
    Dined on 2/25/2014
  • "We choose this restaurant because of good food And great service... Were we disappointed. 45 minutes for our food to arrive. Not an apology Or gesture from the owner or waiter...VERY much of a turn off ... None of us will return!!!!! The food was Very good when it arrived but we were all out of the mood and the evening was killed..."
    Dined on 2/24/2014
  • "I was at Toma for a business dinner. The waiter hovered and then, as my last colleague was arriving, jumped in to give the specials before I could introduce my guests to each other. He was very jokey throughout, and referred to our gathering repeatedly as a "girl's night out". I suppose that a group of female professionals at work was beyond his imaginative grasp."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Had 7:30 reservations and were seated immediately. The staff was very attentive but not in our face. Our waiter had man table to cover but others filled in flawlessly and got our orders accurately. The restaurant was full a bit noisy, and there were children present, but the staff coped well. My wife had a salmon special that was a bit overdone and dry. I had the black spaghetti which was excellent. The seafood in it was cooked perfectly. We wanted the local ice cream for dessert but their freezer had conked out. We would definitely return though."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Reviews were good and had good recommendation but was disappointed. Little gem lettuce salad was too sweet and had too much dressing (goat cheese was raspberry or strawberry flavored which added unneeded sweetness). Gnocchis were oily, although interesting flavors. Lasagna was Ok. Service was reasonable and people were very nice."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Flew in to finalize our daughter's wedding arrangements in April. Found Toma searching Open Table recommendations. Came in at 5:30pm before the restaurant got crowded. The place is GREAT! Everything they say about this place is true. We wanted to go back the next evening before our flight, but simply run out of time. Food is great, people are very attentive, and the menu prices are surprisingly very affordable. From now on , a must stop for us whenever we are in area."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Went went to Toma on a recent trip to Santa Barbara, the food was amazing and the proximity to the waterfront added to the fantastic experience. I had their amazing Elk special and my wife had the Cioppino. They had tables packed in fairly tight to deal with the high Valentine's eve traffic but they did an amazing job. The food and the service was excellent."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "I ordered the lasagne which had plenty of meat and not a lot of pasta. Very delicious. Wife had the cioppino for her first time and enjoyed it thoroughly. She was worried the ingredients were to fishy for her but they were not and she would have it again. Seating is a little cramped but did not bother us at all."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "My Wife and I tried this restaurant a while ago---it is in the location where, in the mid 1970s, I had very good art dealer friends whose studio was in the same location. We had never tried Toma but thought, given our love of Santa Barbara, it would be worthwhile. The restaurant and owners did not disappoint---food is superb as is the service. My advice is get there early---they fill up quickly. They also have some "off the beaten path items"---a rack of Elk was offered on Feb 15. Enjoy and Buon Appetitio!"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "On the recommendation of my sister, an excellent cook and foodie, we made reservations for 4 at TOMA's. The owner was on site and attentive. The bar served perfect cocktails that whet our palates. The table was delighted with the salads, endive and beet. The endive was especially creative with white beans and spinach. For entrees, the table ordered both specials- elk and lobster balls. The elk was sweet and tender and the lobster balls were buttery and delicious. We also had scallops that were tender and delicately sauced. Everyone at the table raved about the meal. Being Friday night and Valentine's day, the place was crowded but the ambiance was lively and efficient. If you should have a chance to dine here you will not be disappointed."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Rarely consider a restaurant to be exceptional...but this one was! The scallops entree was fabulous and the service was outstanding, even on a busy Valentine's Day evening!!!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Great little restaurant! Food was outstanding. Also have a great local wine list. Would recommend highly."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Right across from beach, a great selection of wines. We had the tuna tartar cones were different and tasty the beet salad was so fresh. I had the scallops and the were very generous portions. The dish itself excellent. My gunny had. The burrata cheese pizza and was quite tasty as we'll"
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "We love Toma. Varied menu, delicious preparation and presentation. All around wonderful dining experience."
    Dined on 2/10/2014
  • "We eat here every time we are in SB and it is great"
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "Visiting for the film festival, we ate at a number of great restaurants in town, Toma was a highlight!"
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "There is such a demand for reservations that people happily went in line hoping to get a spot from a no-show. And no-shows are rare. I still dream about the meal. Even the homemade bread and Jaquan butter were out of this world"
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "This was our first experience and we'll be back! We ordered the tuna cone appetizer which was fantastic. My husband ordered the endive salad (he let me have a taste or two) and it did not disappoint. For entrees my husband ordered the lasagne and I ordered the black spaghetti. Both were superb. We had an early reservation and were seated by the window. I enjoyed a fun cocktail before dinner; they call it the frog pond! So yummy."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "We read about Toma in Westways magazine. We were so pleased to find that the ambience was charming, the wait staff was friendly and attentive and the food was wonderful; well prepared, flavorful and beautiful to look at. We will, without a doubt, return there."
    Dined on 1/26/2014
  • "We were visiting our daughter from Napa for her birthday. She wanted a good Italian dinner and we got it tenfold at Toma. The salads were different but flavorful. The raviolli was one of the best we have ever had. The service was attentive but not overbearing. We would go there definitely again!"
    Dined on 2/6/2014
  • "We had an outstanding time. We were a party of four. Three of us had cocktails and they were very well crafted, unique and distinctive. We enjoyed a delicious bottle of wine with dinner, reasonably priced. All the courses were well presented, creative, prepared at perfect temperatures and thoroughly enjoyed. In an active restaurant scene, it is a great addition to Santa Barbara. We wish them well and we will be back!"
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Friday night is always busy for Restaurants. We were grateful that Toma's agreed to take our group. They set side two large tables, 1 for the parents and 1 for the players. They served us quickly, the food was a delight, and we agreed to divide the bill including tip by the total in our group asking each parent to just pay according to the number in their party. Considering most parents had 2 drinks with dinner, and some had appetizers and desserts, $42 per person was more than worth the trip. We will b back next year for sure, and this will be a repeat venue for us."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Consistently the perfect combination of exquisite service, food and warmth! Looking forward to our next visit already!"
    Dined on 2/2/2014
  • "Wonderful place with excellent food and terrific service. A high class place yet reasonable prices. This is a must place for dinner."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "This restaurant, Toma, has such a great diverse menu--small plates, full entrees etc. Love the atmosphere as well!"
    Dined on 1/28/2014
  • "Excellent food and service. Delicious lasagna made with homemade pasta and a sauce with wonderful flavor. Very nice beet salad and tasty tuna cones as an appetizer. Wine paring was very good. Would definitely go back when in Santa Barbara."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "This is a TOP NOTCH restaurant!!!!! You have to visit this fantastic place when you visit Santa Barbara, the ambiance is so inviting, romantic and warm. The owner Tom Dolan will visit each and every table to make sure you are receiving the best service possible and will welcome you to his beautiful restaurant with a handshake and a smile. Now for the FOOD, it is to die for, this is authentic Italian food cooked and prepared with perfection, you will not find a better place to eat in all of Santa Barbara. Please dont forget dessert, I had the Phyllo Crisp and is was absolutely decadent ."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • California Central Coast Winners
  • Best Overall
  • Best Food
  • Best Service
  • Italian
  • Most Booked
  • Santa Barbara Winners
  • Best Overall
  • Best Ambiance
  • Best Food
  • Best Service
  • Fit for Foodies
  • Romantic
  • Most Booked
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