Restaurants near Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park

47 restaurants available nearby

1. Caya Restaurant

4.0

Excellent(387)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 1 time today

Inspired by the fresh coastal flavors of Santa Barbara, CAYA restaurant invites everyone to “Come As You Are” for a modern culinary adventure paired with a mood as relaxed and inviting as a California sunset.Embark on a delectable journey through the West Coast with our seasonal menus influenced by sustainably sourced local ingredients and global cuisine inspirations. From social gatherings to intimate dinners, indulge in the relaxed and inviting indoor and outdoor atmosphere while your tastebuds savor the culinary traditions of the west through nostalgic homemade dishes and signature craft cocktails.

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2. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

4.8

Exceptional(5351)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 21 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!

3. Barbareño

4.8

Exceptional(1832)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 20 times today

At Barbareño we seek to help further shape and define Central Coast cuisine. We take our inspiration from traditions and specialties of our area, delicacies unique to our region, and the many outstanding purveyors with whom we are so fortunate to work. In all of our efforts, we hope to capture the essence of a particular place or local flavor, embracing the nuances that make our food and drink unique to our home.

4. OKU

4.7

Exceptional(1696)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Santa Barbara

Booked 69 times today

Tina Takaya, proprietor, welcomes you to our newest two story restaurant on the water. We feel the key to success is our passion for creating the highest quality food and warm friendly service. We hope you will enjoy your experience as much as we enjoyed creating it for you."We want Locals to feel like Family and Visitors to feel like Locals"Our menu draws from Asian favorites that inspire and excite such as Wagyu Steak, Japanese Sushi, Chinese Dumplings, Garlic Noodles and fresh local seafood.We are located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Waterfront and Funk Zone Districts. Come enjoy lunch or dinner, soak in the sun by day at our waterfront rooftop bar while sipping on a refreshing cocktail surrounded by our beautiful ocean vista and by night, enjoy lounging by the fireplace after a delicious meal and a great glass of wine.Our chef uses the freshest ingredients from central coast farmers and local fisherman to create dishes with the best of what California has to offer.

5. Secret Bao

4.8

Exceptional(631)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Santa Barbara

Booked 30 times today

Modern Asian American Restaurant from Chefs Peter Lee & Felicia Medina. "Consider the bao. Chinese in origin, it’s most easily described as a steamed bun filled with something savory. Yet, like the American concept of a sandwich, the bao exploded into a flexible format of untold bounds — served at any meal, filled with you-name-it, completely closed or wide open, with endless regional variants from across Asia and far beyond." - Matt Kettmann (SB Independent)1 Block From State Street, Easy Parking, Public Lot Nearby, Free 75 Minute Parking, Walking Distance, El Pueblo Viejo Landmark District, Superior Court, Spanish Colonial Revival Courthouse, Santa Barbara Museum Of Art, Courthouse Gardens, Bell Tower, Bao, Food, Restaurant, Asian, American, New, Modern, Fried, Chicken, Octopus, Vegan, Vegetarian, Paelo, Friendly, Dog Friendly, Outdoor Patio, Heaters, Warm, Inviting, Hospitable, Modern Design

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6. Opal Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1704)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 16 times today

We have inside and limited outdoor sidewalk dining. If you prefer to sit outside, please indicate that with your reservation request. 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!

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7. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(5388)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 52 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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8. Bluewater Grill - Santa Barbara

4.4

Awesome(594)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 27 times today

The waterfront locals choice in Santa Barbara for premium quality, sustainably sourced seafood! Located at the gateway to Santa Barbara on the beach at State Street and Cabrillo Boulevard with a stunning patio and beach view. Adjacent to the "Funk Zone", Santa Barbara's premiere wine district, the wine list features an extensive selection of local wines in addition to a "no-corkage" policy on the first two bottles. Winner of numerous awards, including Best Seafood, this owner operated gem features lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, a "Kids Live Well" Kid menu, full bar, heated patio, and is pet friendly. Well known for classics like Clam Chowder and Fish & Chips, Oysters on the half shell and numerous varieties of fresh fish, lobster and crab, Bluewater also operates fishing vessel "Pilikia" which specializes in the freshest caught local fish in town! Come in, Get Hooked!

9. Convivo

4.6

Exceptional(2089)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 23 times today

Convivo is a Santa Barbara restaurant and bar with an Italian soul. Chef-Owner Peter McNee's food is best described as ‘Nomad Italian’. It strays from the standard or traditional Italian, sourcing inspiration from many other cultures’ cooking but its soul is thoroughly Italian. The ever-changing menu includes small plates, housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, rotisserie chicken, fresh seafood and steaks served family-style. McNee’s all-star supplier network provides the freshest produce and local seafood the region is famous for. Inspired by the bounty of the sea, the lush farms and abundant vineyards nearby and the cooking methods of Italy, Convivo is a festive gathering place for locals and visitors alike inside the newly-restored Santa Barbara Inn.

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10. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

4.9

Exceptional(2500)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 44 times today

The Stonehouse, located in a beautiful 19th-century citrus packing house, offers an unparalleled dining experience. Guests can unwind in a relaxing lounge with full bar service or enjoy the ambiance of the separate dining room, complete with a crackling fireplace and world-class views. Chef Matthew Johnson creates evocative regional cuisine, utilizing fresh herbs and vegetables from the Ranch’s organic chef’s garden. The Stonehouse boasts the only Grand Award-winning wine program in Central California, ensuring an unparalleled selection of wines to complement your meal. For a unique twist, visit the restaurant's speakeasy for before or after dinner drinks, where you can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, nostalgic setting.

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Arlenevip
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely patio. Delicious pastas and crab cakes and frittata. Even the market salad was impressive ! Didn’t have the pizza margarita but will next time. And margaritas looked good too. Great time
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ConvivoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
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Janet
Los Angeles •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The experience at Toma was phenomenal once again. This time we had the pesto bucatini with garlic zucchini, their new sourdough bread with garlic butter and chimichurri sauce with chianti, topped off with a sorbet for dessert. The stuff is very knowledgeable about the menu and their food, the service is impeccable and the ambiance is no less than perfect. The restaurant is for any size group and for any event that you may have. I would definitely recommend Toma to anyone who is looking for a fine dining option in Santa barbara. Sam and his staff know how really welcome their guests and give them and unforgettable dining experience.
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Toma Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
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Davidvip
Los Angeles •55 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We visit about every 6 weeks. Very consistent, which is a good thing. I'd like to see them add some different menu options. Difficult to find such a repeat - worthy restaurant so we're grateful to them.
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Bouchon - Santa BarbaraPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Barbara
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Jeff
Orange County •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Quality and freshness was outstanding. Our server, Peter, was awesome too. One of our best sushi meals ever! They even crafted a special request sushi item perfectly. Loved everything about it. Mahalo!
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OKUPrice: Expensive• Asian• Santa Barbara
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4.7
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Jennifervip
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 17, 2024
Delicious food . Pasta was a little spicy, but I traded with.my husband who ordered the fish tacos that were delicious. Ambiance was chic and adorable and the service exceeded our expectations.
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Caya RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Barbara
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Restaurants near Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park

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47 restaurants available nearby

1. Caya Restaurant

2. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

3. Barbareño

4. OKU

5. Secret Bao

6. Opal Restaurant & Bar

7. Toma Restaurant & Bar

8. Bluewater Grill - Santa Barbara

9. Convivo

10. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

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