Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Upper State, Santa Barbara

Solène G. • August 1, 2021I had the sesame seared ahi tuna, with almond pesto cauliflower and brown rice and loved it! Service is great and we were served quickly. One of my favorite places to eat fish in SB.

Judy C. • July 16, 2015Great fresh meals. A variety of real Mexican food! Their bar for sides (salsa, lime, etc.) has a wide selection!

Jenny C. • May 21, 2014The tropical kale smoothie rocks! Hope it gets added to the regular menu :)

Graham H. • May 18, 2011Great scones. Get the eggs benedict for breakfast.

Danielle N. • August 27, 2010Eggplant parm and lasagna are sooo good. Love the free bread too- warm out of the oven!

Kristin • August 6, 2012You can eat yourself to death here. Go for the prime ribs or steak - be sure to have space and appetite left when the meat comes! Great service as well, and the staff really seems to enjoy their work

Veggie A. • August 24, 2011Great vegan options! They even have vegan ranch dressing, not to mention tons of fun mock meat toppings. Pineapple & Canadian "bacon" is awesome!

Emma L. • September 10, 2018So many yummy acai bowls! I tried the island bowl and it was amazing. Definitely get the smaller size tho.

Andrea S. • April 17, 2015Try the tempura fries they are pretty good! I stuck with the classic #1 added some cheddar and it was delicious!

Dan R. • October 18, 2017Best plain croissant I’ve ever had. (Make sure you get it warmed up.)

Emilia D. • June 2, 2010Best donuts in SB! Also delicious bagel sandwiches and boba tea drinks!

TweetFind • November 2, 2010One of the best Hamburgers in Santa Barbara.

Christina D. • September 5, 2013They have homemade ice cream you can take home by the pint!!! Try the Thai Tea Oreo. Mmm!

Tyler • June 27, 2018Taco Tuesday menu is a must! Crispy tacos and avocado salsa are amazing.

Sponge Q. • January 2, 2019Must try the Fried chicken and Waffles ! Love the spicy syrup !

Warren S. • September 11, 2010My favorite is the gorgonzola walnut salad, add 2 herbed goat cheese patties and chicken breast! Amazinggggg.

Scott L. • September 8, 2015The menu is simple to order. Try the lemonade.

Graham H. • May 18, 2011Lots of unique gummy candies, and as the name suggests, spices. Loose leaf teas are great. Cute place.

David B. • July 27, 2010The sizzling clay pot tofu here is awesome. I recommend the pork variety, but beef or chicken work well also.

Alex G. • August 8, 2014Salad bar and Mai tai....can't go wrong!

Bradley P. • February 19, 2010Get the vegetarian on squaw bread and add turkey. It's happiness on a plate.

Bryant S. • October 7, 2011Awesome chicken curry and great lunch time buffet.

Danielle • November 9, 2013I love the new location. The spinach burrito with egg whites and extra hot sauce is one of my favs. Great baked goods too!

Thomas L. • April 17, 2011Best drinks in Santa Barbara and the food is good

Matt V. • September 5, 2010Karaoke on Friday nights is best around.

Lauryn • May 16, 2014Our waitress was incredibly sweet and the patio is super dog friendly! Icing on the cake of great food and a nice change from the tourist heavy places on state.

Emma L. • August 31, 2018No drive thru 😕

Ria Shabira • January 3, 2013They have THE best rolls. Can't get enough of their Tear Roll!