Restaurants near Pendola Guard Station

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A photo of RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito restaurant

1. RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito

4.7

Exceptional(130)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montecito

Booked 28 times today

The RH Firehouse Grill is an indoor-outdoor restaurant located at RH Montecito, The Gallery at the Old Firehouse. Enjoy a menu of signature salads and classics from our hearth in our courtyard restaurant, which seamlessly extends into a beautifully landscaped garden. Dine beneath the warm glow of handwoven pendants amid heritage olive trees, birds of paradise, a grand fireplace and cascading limestone fountains.

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2. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

4.9

Exceptional(2755)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 59 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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3. Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito

4.5

Awesome(138)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Montecito

Booked 48 times today

Clark’s Montecito is a stylish all-day restaurant celebrating coastal American classics spanning from New England to California. In addition to its flagship menu of oysters and raw bar, a signature burger, daily catch specials, lobster rolls, chowder and refreshing crudo, this California location features seasonal bounty from the Pacific Ocean. The wine list highlights California classics alongside French whites and reds primarily from Burgundy and the Loire. Clark’s signature martinis and cocktails are always available. A collaboration between Lambert McGuire Design and Santa Barbara-based architect Jeff Shelton, the space offers a seamless indoor-outdoor dining experience that marries Clark’s classic coastal design features with the more whimsical ceramic tile traditions of Portugal and Mexico and a Mediterranean-inspired design that pays homage to its coastal setting and historic Spanish Colonial Revival architecture.

4. Lucky's

4.7

Exceptional(2961)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Montecito

Booked 43 times today

LUCKY'S is widely known for its exclusive selection of USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, farmer's market vegetables, no-nonsense cocktails and world class wine cellar. For take-out, please call the restaurant.We do not accept bar table reservations online, please call the restaurant.For larger parties, please call or email the restaurant directly.

5. Tre Lune

4.8

Exceptional(2090)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 62 times today

"Upbeat and comfortable, serving real-deal pastas and pizzas that make you feel like you're in Italy again." - ZAGAT 2010 Fresh fish, veal scaloppini, osso buco, prime steaks, Kobe-beef burgers, organic salads, and house-made desserts. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner-Cocktails. Award Winner of Italian wines list.Please call to make reservations.

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6. Plow & Angel Speakeasy

4.4

Awesome(11)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montecito

Booked 2 times today

For over a century, San Ysidro Ranch has been a haven for those seeking tranquility amidst the captivating landscapes of Santa Barbara. This historic hideaway effortlessly weaves together natural beauty, romantic heritage, and classic luxury, welcoming discerning travelers to experience a retreat like no other. In the heart of this timeless escape, experience indulgence through Afternoon Tea, where an enticing array of tea sandwiches, seasonal scones, and house-made pastries promise to elevate your senses. As the day transitions to night, immerse yourself in a clandestine world within our speakeasy, where crafted cocktails and an intimate ambiance transport you to a bygone era. San Ysidro Ranch invites you to become part of its storied history, where the past meets the present in an atmosphere of natural beauty, culinary delights, and timeless moments.

7. OKU

4.8

Exceptional(1837)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Santa Barbara

Booked 76 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.

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8. Ca Dario Montecito

4.8

Exceptional(938)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 18 times today

Ca' 'Dario's newest restaurant on Coast Village Road promises the same authentic and fresh Italian cuisine as our other locations, now easily accessible for residents of Montecito! Enjoy outdoor dining on our covered patio, or indoor in our elegant dining room.We feature an adjustable roof that keeps out the rain and allows in the sun.Dogs are welcome (we ask that you limit the number to one per guest)

9. Anchor Rose

3.5

Very Good(103)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Barbara

Booked 6 times today

Life is better when you're on the water.Located directly overlooking the historic harbor with 360-degree views of the Pacific Ocean and downtown Santa Barbara, Anchor Rose is the perfect place to share a cocktail, enjoy a fresh seafood dinner, and people watch or catch one of the American Riviera’s signature sunsets. Come for the drinks. Stay for the tapas.Drawn from the seafaring roots that have shaped the Santa Barbara area for hundreds of years, our craft cocktails and scratch-made plates are inspired by the sea, the surf, and the laid-back atmosphere for which this area is famous. Flip-flops welcome.Anchor Rose is Santa Barbara’s best restaurant, with a view of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Barbara Harbor. Whether you’re looking for the best fresh seafood or a restaurant with a view, Anchor Rose has quickly become the favorite Santa Barbara restaurant for locals and tourists alike.

10. Lilac Montecito

4.6

Exceptional(189)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Montecito

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to Lilac Montecito. We offer an elevated bistro dining experience featuring some of our favorite foods that nourish the body and soul in a full-service dining ambiance. Our menu is inspired by European and Californian cuisine as well as locally-sourced ingredients for a fresh, delicious take on some classic entrees. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner

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Updated on 5/19/2025

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JerryVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Celebrated my wife’s birthday with wonderful ambiance and amazing meal. Our waiter, Eric, was professional, very attentive with great personality. We enjoyed the experience and would come back.
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Lucky'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Montecito
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4.7
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PamelaVIP
California Central Coast •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
An extraordinary birthday dinner at one of our favorite local restaurants.
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Tre LunePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Montecito
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4.8
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CatherineVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything about the food, service and ambience was perfect! Great for any occasion!
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Clark's Oyster Bar - MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito
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4.5
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Corina
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful setting, delicious food, and incredible service. Thank you.
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RH Firehouse Grill at RH MontecitoPrice: Very Expensive• American• Montecito
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4.7
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Robert
Fresno / San Joaquin Valley •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Everything was good food was great , I did reserve outside balcony seating but we got seated inside was the only bummer .
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OKUPrice: Expensive• Asian• Santa Barbara
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4.8

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