The Best 36 Restaurants Near University of California Santa Barbara

36 restaurants available nearby

1. Angel Oak

4.5

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Santa Barbara

Booked 30 times today

The signature fine dining restaurant located at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, Angel Oak brings elevated California coastal cuisine to the perfect venue. The oceanfront restaurant offers a California Coastal steakhouse menu curated by our Chef Josh Kellim.Accompanying the cuisine is an ambiance of pure scenic beauty, with floor-to-ceiling ocean views and a striking 25-seat bar topped with vibrant blue Amazonite quartz. Seating on the outdoor patio is also offered, showcasing some of the most captivating sunsets over the Pacific. Complementing the Angel Oak dining experience is a premier cocktail program and exclusive wine cellar that houses the restaurant's 12,000-bottle collection. Locals can enjoy a 10% discount.

A photo of The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara restaurant

2. The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

4.5

Awesome(494)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Santa Barbara

Booked 3 times today

Named “Top 100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America” by OpenTable, The Bistro offers a casual and relaxed atmosphere to dine and enjoy sweeping views of the coastline. Local produce and sustainable seafood highlight an acclaimed menu of traditional bistro favorites, including brick oven flatbreads, seasonal salads and the signature Santa Barbara burger.Recent upgrades to The Bistro’s patio include the addition of a cozy wood-burning fireplace, direct access to an oceanfront pool bar, and enhanced outdoor heating to enjoy breathtaking ocean vistas all year long.Locals can enjoy a 10% discount. Please note that holiday reservations are only available for in-house guests - room confirmation number is required to officially confirm your dining reservation during these times.

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3. Woodstock's Pizza - Isla Vista

4.4

Awesome(4)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Goleta

Booked 2 times today

Legendary taste meets an epic party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza in downtown Isla Vista. Bring your friends for mouth-watering pizza and our famous Wildebread.

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4. Ca' Dario Cucina Italiana

4.6

Exceptional(537)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Goleta

Booked 5 times today

Anything grilled is "divine" and the rest of the menu is "delectable" at the "charming" Italian in Santa Barbara known for its "excellent" execution of "simple" pasta, meats and other classics plus a "fantastic" wine list with many available by the glass; it's a local "favorite", so reservations are a must.

5. Caya Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(354)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 11 times today

Inspired by the diversity of Southern California and the bounty of the coast, the menu strikes a balance between the land and the sea. Approachable, yet trend-forward, dinner lends itself to social interaction, equally suited to happy hours and night time noshing as to sit-down dinner. The cultural melting pot is most evident with selections like our tasty seared ahi, carnitas sliders or mouth watering pork chop. Raw plates, salads and entrees round out the menu with nods to healthfulness, familiarity and cool California comfort on our beautiful heated patio.

6. San Setto

4.5

Awesome(62)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Santa Barbara

Booked 6 times today

An intimate lounge featuring a contemporary Japanese menu highlighting fresh sushi, saké, craft cocktails, and occidental spirits.Locals can enjoy a 10% discount.

A photo of Terra at The Steward Hotel restaurant

7. Terra at The Steward Hotel

3.7

Very Good(3)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Goleta

Booked 3 times today

Farm-to-Table Dining at Terra in Santa BarbaraExperience hyper-local and fresh California cuisine at Terra, open for breakfast and dinner. Local legend celebrates The Steward’s location as the originator of avocado toast. Lunch items are available at our marketplace, perfect for enjoying a picnic in a lush garden setting.

A photo of The 'O' Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara restaurant

8. The 'O' Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

4.5

Awesome(4)

Price: Moderate

• South American • Santa Barbara

Booked 4 times today

Savor contemporary Central and South American cuisine in a variety of settings - inside at the namesake O-shaped bar, or outside in the intimate Hibiscus Lounge or spacious Ocean Terrace!Local guests can enjoy a 10% discount.

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9. Timber's Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(92)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Goleta

Booked 1 time today

Timber's Restaurant is an American food outlet which serves fast-food as well as seafood options. The restaurant has a sunny ambience and classic interiors which are very relaxing. The waiting staff at the restaurant is very friendly and cooperative. Timber's Restaurant offers live music for entertainment as well as television and free Wi-Fi. It is a good place to dine at with family and friends (child friendly atmosphere). Timber's Restaurant has a full alcohol bar and serves delicious food. Some of the popular cuisine options include steaks, grilled varieties, burgers, sandwiches, fried chicken, pizza, nachos and tacos. The restaurant also serves mouthwatering dessert options and non-alcoholic beverages.

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10. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(5003)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 65 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.

Restaurants near University of California Santa Barbara

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36 restaurants available nearby

1. Angel Oak

2. The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

3. Woodstock's Pizza - Isla Vista

4. Ca' Dario Cucina Italiana

5. Caya Restaurant

6. San Setto

7. Terra at The Steward Hotel

8. The 'O' Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

9. Timber's Restaurant

10. Toma Restaurant & Bar

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