Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Lower State, Santa Barbara

Jenna N. • January 28, 2013Menu covers everything from espressos, loose leaf tea. There is a wide variety of pastries, including several varieties of croissants. Excellent spot all around.

Federico G. • July 14, 2016Best ice cream flavors I have tried, period. Ps, the 15 minute wait it's worth it

Juan L. • November 18, 2021The Churro Cortado is amazing!!! Great music

Geoff Y. • November 11, 2017Best burger I’ve ever had. Amazing hidden gem.

Pleasure Palate • May 23, 2014Their Breakfast on Milpitas Pizza is amazing. Ingredients are potatoes, housemade chorizo, spicy tomatillo marinara sauce, cottons and cilantro. A must try!

Meredith B. • July 4, 2015Great outdoor seating or indoor bar scene. Food is phenomenal. Get the Brussels sprouts and hazelnut praline ice cream sandwich for dessert. Can't go wrong with everything in between. And make a res!

Ole B. • May 1, 2023I love ambiance! Food is good but paella with ribs had only three ribs. They should add 2 more! Sangria was great, and carpaccio was delish! Will be back for sea food paella!

Jordan • September 21, 2014Diego's Power Bowl is bomb! Acaì with banana, hemp seeds, granola + optional honey. I used to come here like crazy when I lived in SB!

Natalie G. • December 1, 2017Amazing margaritas and food for an extremely great price. Location is amazing with parking close by and the restaurant itself is beautiful. Great for lunch date.

S M. • February 16, 2016REALLY GOOD BURGERS. The teriyaki char (sticky sweet Asian bbq sauce with pineapple ring) and 50/50 onion rings and fries with ranch is the way to go!

Rob L. • November 14, 2013Get a sampling and sip some coffee next door at RoCo

Simi F. • February 18, 2015A perfect little bakery tucked a way on lower state. I love the being able to buy "real" bread hear. I also adore their tarts and desserts. Try the peach tart with Marzipan.

Daisy • March 10, 2010the best smoothies in the WORLD (this is why jamba had to check out of SB). my favorites - berries plus, mocha, strawberry colada, blue apple; anything on the menu is wonderful and great supplements!

Tony S. • April 11, 2018Great beer selection. Food is pretty damned good too.

Mario D. • November 21, 2017The Test Pilot and the Hotel National are great and just the right mix of flavors still holding to the traditional Cuban prohibition era cocktails. They have the Sea Wolf area which is in cosy.

Doug d. • July 28, 2017Spectacular! Savory Pollo Asado with crisped edges and Rajas with sweet onion, gooey cheese and strips of poblano are both fabulous and crave inducing. Excellent service and value.

eric b. • October 9, 2022While it’s full of bros, still a great place to grab a big beer and have decent food. Pork schnitzel is great. They also have wine but it’s not on the menu.

Blaire S. • December 14, 2011Best happy hour! Love the mini ahi tacos!

Alp Ü. • January 18, 2014I loved this place. One of my best grill dish I've ever eaten. Stop thinking and have your Fri/Saturday dinner here!

Taylor C. • August 10, 2014Seriously some of the best mac and cheese I have ever had. Comes with jalapeños and bacon if you what it!

Buri L. • June 19, 2017Excellent chilled place for local wines, beers, as well as cocktails and frosé - whilst playing a large selection of board games. Highly recommended

H. C. • November 22, 2013Chai-holics, rejoice! Two different house made chai tea lattes to choose from: cardamom/ginger-based RoCo and its sweeter cousin Portland! Get both & have a showdown.

Sara P. • April 29, 2019Biscuit with tomato gravy (I skipped the egg) was delicious and filling. Nice depth of flavor in the gravy and great biscuit taste!

samantha l. • August 5, 2013I enjoy the Johnny 5 alive ( a spicy apple juice) and the Old Fashion (Greens) . Amazing fresh juices. Don't forget to bring your bottles back for a $2 refund!

Sparkle F. • May 31, 2021Octopus and the octopus tacos are bomb. The Guadalajara is fantastic as are the spicy margs. Been here a couple of times and been very pleased.

Emma L. • August 29, 2018Delicious! Love the double peanut butter chip! If you go you MUST get a waffle cone. They're delicious and freshly made.

Keegan M. • June 24, 2013Great little spot with very friendly staff and creative art space. Loved the Pinot here! Affordable prices with great taste.

Can U. • October 23, 2019Beer is fine, music is absolutely very fine

eric b. • January 20, 2020Great Thai food - drunken noodle and Pork Larb noodle are really tasty.