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4.8
Exceptional(2152)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Santa Barbara
Booked 18 times today
Convivo in Santa Barbara offers an exceptional Mediterranean dining experience with an Italian twist. Renowned for its "Nomad Italian" approach, the restaurant masterfully intertwines the essence of Mediterranean flavors with the rich culinary traditions of Italy. Chef Peter McNee uses local, fresh produce and seafood, crafting dishes that are both innovative and authentically Mediterranean. Guests rave about the "wonderful local wild caught halibut" and "delicious creative food," highlighting the restaurant's dedication to quality. The warm ambiance and attentive service complete the experience, making Convivo a cherished spot for both locals and visitors seeking an unforgettable Mediterranean meal.
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4.7
Exceptional(2563)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Santa Barbara
Booked 36 times today
Olio e Limone Ristorante, nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara's ARTS District, truly embodies the essence of authentic Contemporary Italian cuisine. With a focus on artisanal dishes, the husband-wife team behind this gem brings "simply sophisticated" flavors to the table. The eggplant soufflé and Sicilian spaghetti with bottarga have left patrons raving about the "exceptional" and "authentic" flavors that transport them straight to Italy. The inviting ambiance paired with European hospitality ensures a memorable dining experience. As one guest enthused, "The food was as good as any we’ve had in Italy." Olio e Limone is undeniably a must-visit for Italian cuisine aficionados.
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4.7
Exceptional(40)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Carpinteria
Booked 1 time today
Cosy European Restaurant Made with Love by the Pacific OceanOpening at 3:00 PM
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  • Leslie
    California Central Coast •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    All three in our party enjoyed our entrees tremendously. My husband is a fabulous Italian cook and purposely ordered the Chicken Picatta which is his test of quality in an Italian restaurant. It met his expectations with ease! We will be back!
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    Thario's KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Carpinteria
    4.7
  • Rich
    San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 30, 2025
    We went to Olio for my wife’s birthday and had a wonderful time. We started by ordering a bottle of white wine and the hamachi as a light appetizer. Luckily I chose well with the wine so a good start. My wife had an eggplant and Burrata appetizer as her main and I went with a branzino filet special. Both were delicious, the branzino was perfectly cooked, deboned and mixed with spinach, tomatoes and cooked in white wine, butter and garlic. Really fantastic. In fact my wife had about a third and she doesn’t really like fish. The waiter, Pinot, was very nice and energetic and everyone there was very eager to be helpful when we asked for lemon wedges or extra garlic. All in all a delightful experience!
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    Olio e Limone RistorantePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
    4.7
  • LauraVIP
    California Central Coast •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 26, 2025
    Great place - our first time there - server was great and food was super good - cocktails were like you make at home which is great - plus it’s across from the beach - awesome!
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    ConvivoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
    4.8

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