Best Live Music Restaurants in Santa Barbara

Tara and her staff were the epitome of great hospitality and the food was fun and delicious. The branzino was our fave.

I have always loved Roy restaurant as my family has been going there for many years. You know the food has to be good as the restaurant is still going since 1993. Roy gets his produce from the farmers market and prepares them so well. I bet his restaurant has lasted so long because he is there cooking in the kitchen. He provides a good variety of food from steak to seafood to Italian dishes. I love the potato cakes, he makes great purée soups, and yummy deserts. I went there for Thanksgiving dinner the place was full, the waitress was personable and we had a great meal and Roy made incredible cranberries. You can’t go wrong with whatever you order.

The staff was so welcoming and professional. The ambiance is incredible, sitting outside you can see the ocean or be in a small garden setting. Every little design detail is perfection. We ordered a smoked cocktail and the way they present it is so unique and fun! The food was delicious and timing and portions were just right. They easily accommodated my dietary restrictions and brought amazing gluten free bread for me. Our group was really happy with everything. Plan extra time for your visit to walk around the grounds as it is unbelievably gorgeous! It is expensive but well worth it for the experience!

I order Sea Bass. My date ordered the Salmon. Sea Bass was over cooked. Dry. Salmon was under cooked. Middle of fish was still sushi. Means chef does not know how to cook fish. It was only restaurant on water front with a reservation available at 07:00pm. It was nearly empty when we walked in. It is a beautiful location. Nice music playing on the Patio. Some of the best view on waterfront. Place should be packed. It is the food. Kitchen needs help.