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The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA

The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

4.7 (548)
$50 and over
American
8301 Hollister Ave., Goleta, CA 93117

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
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.

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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For parties with 6 guests or more a 26% service charge fee will be added to your final bill. For all guests there will be an 8.75% California State tax added to the final bill.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Rebecca Tillman
  • Private party facilities
    The Bistro offers a private dining space that accommodates up to 20 guests. Please inquire with The Bistro for requests of larger, non-private, reservations or buyouts.
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Cross street
    Hollister
  • Parking details
    Self Parking and Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

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What 548 people are saying

The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for outdoor dining

  • California Central Coast

    American

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Service

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Barbara

    Romantic

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, offers a "wonderful experience" with "amazing food, ambiance, and service." Diners praise its "delicious ribeye steak" and cozy atmosphere. While some find the menu limited and service slow at times, many highlight the "incredible" staff and picturesque setting.
548 Reviews
  1. Laura

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating our anniversary and wanted to stay on property so chose The Bistro. From start to finish, everything about our experience was absolutely incredible. The service was warm and attentive, the ambiance was just right, and every dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. We had the seabass and beet salad, both of which were perfectly executed. The chef and team ensure you have a wonderful experience with delicious food and impeccable service. Whether a special occasion or a just looking for a great meal, go to The Bistro, you won't be disappointed.

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  2. Kort VIP

    Caribbean3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful property. Warm and helpful staff. Outstanding spa. Picturesque views. Wonderful and relaxing place to spend a few days.

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  3. Katie

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was mediocre at best. Waitress was kind but forgetful. Very slow service. Very underwhelming.

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  4. John VIP

    Denver / Colorado44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    They do not have any wild fish. The menu is limited. The service was very good.

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  5. Robert

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and delicious ribeye steak dinner!

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  6. rebecca

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! The service was incredible! Thank you!

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  7. BranManDiner

    San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, ambiance, and service! Had a delicious filet as well as apple crumble pie. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area. This is a great place for any breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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  8. Nhieu

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The meal was served in a tent, creating a unique atmosphere. The service was exceptional—attentive and professional. However, while the food was decent, it didn’t quite reach the same level of excellence.

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  9. Miguel

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our breakfast was delicious And Great service by Dulce and German

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  10. Mark VIP

    Charlotte4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Olga was absolutely lovely. The indoor space is being renovated so a heated tent with pretty chandeliers was set up on the patio and made for a cozy atmosphere. Food was delicious.

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The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is rated 4.7 stars by 548 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for The Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

8301 Hollister Ave., Goleta, CA 93117

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hollister
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking and Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rebecca Tillman
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
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