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The Dining Room at El Encanto

The Dining Room at El Encanto

New American Restaurant$$$$
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The Dining Room at El Encanto
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Breakfast 7Lunch 3Dinner 6Lounge 3Dessert and Cheeses Dinner 2Dessert and Cheeses Lunch 2Sunday Brunch 3Kids 4
The Quick Continental   23‏
Fresh juice, coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, toast, preserves, seasonal fruit
Light Bites
Assorted Dry Cereals
6
El Encanto housemade granola, Special K, Cheerios, Raisin Bran
Smoked Salmon
16
Bagel, cream‏ cheese, sliced tomato, capers, cucumber
Fruit and Berry Plate
16
Selection of seasonal fruits and berries
Steel-Cut Oatmeal
8
Brown sugar, golden raisins, warm milk
Greek Yogurt Sundae
14
Seasonal berries, El Encanto housemade granola
Savories‏
Two Eggs (Any Style)
14
Marinated heirloom tomatoes, crispy hash brown tomatoes
Eggs Benedict
22
English muffin, Canadian bacon, hollandaise, crispy hash brown potatoes
Huevos Rancheros
18
Corn tortilla, queso fresco, black beans, avocado, scallions, sour cream
Omelette (Any Style)
18
Crispy hash brown tomatoes     Choice of: Farm fresh eggs, egg whites, cholesterol-free eggs, ham, bacon, smoked salmon, chorizo, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, spinach, Cheddar, Feta, Mozzarella, Gruyere
Hearty Breakfast Burrito
24
Farm fresh‏ eggs, chorizo, onions, tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, salsa, sour cream, guacamole
Steak and Eggs
24
New York‏ steak, eggs 'your way', crispy hash brown potatoes, marinated heirloom tomatoes
Sweets
Buttermilk Pancakes
16
Seasonal berries, powdered sugar, Vermont maple syrup
Brioche French Toast
16
Nutella & Banana stuffed, powdered sugar, Vermont maple syrup, fresh berries
Belgian Waffle
16
Vermont maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries
Sides‏
Freshly Baked
4
Croissant, pain au chocolat, blueberry muffin, bran muffin, assorted toast, bagel or english muffin
Meats
8
Bacon, ham, chicken-apple sausage, pork sausage
Quench
All terrace requests are accommodated on a first come first served basis
Assorted Juices
8
Orange, grapefruit, pineapple, tomato, cranberry
El Encanto Signature Coffee or Teas
5
Acai Berry Smoothie
10
Orange juice and agave nectar
To Start‏
Organic Avocado Gazpacho
13
Cucumber, mint
Compressed Watermelon
14
Drake Family‏ Farms goat cheese, jalapeno vinaigrette, micro basil
Local Kale Salad
13
Avocado, Parmigiano Reggiano, Marcona almonds, Meyer lemon vinaigrette
A Bit More
With Grilled Chicken Breast 21
With Scottish Salmon 22
With Cajun Spiced Grilled Prawns 25
All terrace requests are accommodated on a first come first served basis
Greek Salad
19
Heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta, lemon pepper emulsion
Caesar Salad
17
Hearts of romaine, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, herb croutons, parmesan crostini
Ahi Tuna Riviera Salad
24
Butter lettuce, haricots verts, Nicoise olives, heirloom tomatoes, quail egg, brioche crouton
The '21' Burger
19
Brioche bun,‏ Angus beef, cheddar, leaf lettuce, grilled red onion, '21' secret sauce, French fries
London-Style Beer Batter Fish and Chips
22
Malt vinegar,‏ tartar sauce, French fries
Roasted Jidori Chicken Breast
26
Roasted fingerling potatoes, piquillo pepper relish, wild mushrooms, chicken jus
Sweet Corn Risotto
24
English peas, white mushrooms, lemon mascarpone
Classic Cobb Salad
24
Romaine, butter lettuce, avocado, chicken, eggs, bacon, blue cheese, tomatoes, creamy herb vinaigrette
BLT
19
Sourdough, avocado, shallot aioli, French fries
Seared New York Steak Sandwich
26
Toasted ciabatta, caramelized onions, horseradish cream
Scottish Salmon
29
Shaved fennel with watercress salad, sweet peppers, lemon pepper vinaigrette
Pasta Pomodoro
21
Angel hair, Italian plum tomatoes, fresh basil
Small Plates‏
Ahi Tuna "Tostada"
16
Crispy pork rinds, coconut, Persian cucumbers, avocado, pickled habanero, cilantro-lime emulsion
Grilled Spanish Octopus
23
Fingerling potato‏ coins, lemon-pepper cucumbers, pimento de la vera, parsley
Hamachi Sashimi
20
Radish and jalapeno slaw, Yuzu sorbet
Santa Barbara Sea Urchin
23
Citrus seaweed salad, brioche toasts, aji amarillo puree'
Seasonal Oysters (1/2 Dozen)
18
Vodka mignonette
Soups and Salads
Santa Barbara Seafood Chowder
18
Clams, mussels, scallops, shrimp, toasted mini pretzel bread
Organic Grilled Stone Fruit
14
Yellow and white peaches, nectarines, Applewood smoked bacon, arugula pesto
Avocado Gazpacho
13
Cucumber, mint
Compressed Watermelon
18
Lemon-basil infused‏ crab meat, avocado, jalapeno vinaigrette
From The Sea‏
Scallops "A La Pancha"
38
Weiser farm family carrots with ginger puree, red wine farro, fava beans
Baked Whole (Market) Fish
36
In a banana leaf, Jasmine rice, stir-fry vegetables, ginger-soy glaze
Cedar Plank Scottish Salmon
36
Shaved summer‏ vegetables, pea tendrils, wild mushrooms, Meyer lemon vinaigrette
From The Land
Jidori Chicken Breast
32
Black organic herb quinoa, roasted root vegetables poblano pepper sauce
Five Spiced Braised Short Ribs
36
Celery root puree, roasted baby squash, carrots, Cabernet Sauvignon sauce
Filet Mignon, 8oz
52
Truffle mashed potatoes, braised cipollini onions purple asparagus, Bearnaise sauce
Rack of Lamb
38
Grilled with summer vegetables, feta, Weiser Family Farms potatoes, salsa verde
Prime New York Steak, 14 oz
56
Roasted tri-color cauliflower florets, morels mushrooms, sugar snap peas, green peppercorn sauce
From the Earth‏
All terrace requests are accommodated on a first come first served basis
Gluten Free Pasta
22
Sundried tomatoes, fresh English peas, Bloomsdale spinach, roasted pepper sauce
Sweet Corn Risotto
28
English peas, wild mushrooms, lemon mascarpone
Small Plates‏
Ahi Tuna "Tostada"
16
Crispy pork rinds, coconut, Persian cucumbers, avocado, pickled habanero, cilantro-lime emulsion
Artisinal Cheeses
18
Dry fruit,‏ fresh grapes
Hamachi Sashimi
20
Radish and jalapeno slaw, yuzu sorbet
Seasonal Oysters (1/2 dozen)
18
Vodka mignonette
Italian Charcuterie
16
Grilled fig bread, mustard, cornichons
Mezze Platter
15
Hummas, baba ganoush, pita bread
Crunchy Baked White Miso Chicken Wings
14
Blue cheese dressing
Large Plates
With Grilled Breast of Chicken 21
With Scottish Salmon 22
With Cajun Spiced Grilled Prawns 25
All terrace requests are accommodate on a first come first served basis
Ahi Tuna Riviera Salad
24
Butter lettuce, haricots verts, Nicoise olives, heirloom tomatoes, quail egg, brioche crouton
The '21' Burger
19
Brioche bun,‏ Angus beef, cheddar, leaf lettuce, grilled red onion, '21' secret sauce, French fries
London-Style Beer Batter Fish and Chips
22
Malt vinegar, tartar sauce, French fries
Steak Frites
28
New York steak, French fries
Caeser Salad
17
Hearts of‏ romaine, shaved Parmigiano, Reggiano, herb croutons, parmesan crostini
Classic Cobb Salad
24
Romaine, butter lettuce, avocado, grilled chicken, eggs, bacon, blue cheese, tomatoes, creamy herb dressing
BLT
19
Sourdough, avocado, shallot aioli, French fries
Pasta Pomodoro
21
Angel Hair, Italian plum tomatoes, fresh basil
Santa Barbara Fish Tacos
24
Local seabass, slaw, tomatillo salsa fresca, limes
All terrace requests are accommodated on a first come first served basis
Enchanted Floating island
El Encanto's Signature dessert: Vanilla custard, twice baked meringue, caramel cage
Strawberry Shortcake
Farmer's market‏ strawberries, crystalized ginger biscuit, mascarpone cream, pistachio ice cream
Caramel Peanut Butter 'Cup'
Dark chocolate, peanut butter, peanuts, caramel, chocolate glaze, peanut butter ice cream
Ice Cream and Sorbet
Seasonal flavors
Assorted Cheeses
Dried fruit,‏ grapes
Signature Artisanal Cheeses
Dark Chocolate Souffle
Vanilla cream sauce, bruleed bananas, candied cashews, sea salt caramel ice cream
Lime Cheesecake Donuts
Rhubarb jam, lemon cream, Honey graham cracker, yogurt ice cream
Berries with Cream
Farmer's market berries, lightly sweetened whipped cream
Ellie's Silver Mountain Aged Cheddar
Grilled fig bread, dried fruit, balsamic reduction
Signature Desserts
Enchanted Floating Island
El Encanto's Signature Dessert: Vanilla custard, twice baked meringue, caramel cage
Strawberry Shortcake
Farmer's market‏ strawberries, crystalized ginger biscuit, mascarpone cream, pistachio almond ice cream
Berries with Cream
Farmer's market berries, lightly sweetened whipped cream
Ellis's Silver Mountain Aged Cheddar
Grilled fig bread, dried fruit, balsamic reduction
Artisanal Cheeses
Smore's
Milk chocolate cream, raspberry marshmallow, homemade graham cracker, cinnamon ice cream
Dark Chocolate Brownie
Gianduja mousse, cocoa nib brittle, violet meringues, hazelnut ice cream
Ice Cream and Sorbet
Seasonal Flavors
Signature Desserts
Sunday's on the Patio‏: Presentation Family-Style Appetizers
Smoked salmon, chilled prawns and seared ahi tuna are just a few of the selections to be enjoyed 'Family-Style.' The presentation and preparation may change based on the freshest offerings of the season.
To Continue the Feast
While you are enjoying your appetizers we will be preparing your entree of choice from the below sections.
Brioche French Toast
35
Nutella & banana stuffed, powdered sugar, Vermont maple syrup, fresh berries
Buttermilk Pancakes
32
Seasonal berries, powdered sugar, Vermont maple syrup
Duck Confit Chilaquiles
42
Eggs 'your way', corn tortilla mild spiced salsa, avocado, black beans, pico de gallo, queso fresco
Crispy Seared Branzino
48
Asparagus risotto, olive-crusted sauce, steamed seasonal vegetables
Scottish Salmon
48
Shaved fennel with watercress salad, sweet peppers, lemon pepper vinaigrette
Seared New York Steak Sandwich
46
Toasted ciabatta, caramelized onions, horseradish cream
Eggs Benedict
42
English muffin, Canadian bacon, hollandaise, crispy hash brown potatoes
Steak and Eggs
46
New York‏ steak, eggs 'your way', crispy hash brown potatoes, marinated heirloom tomatoes
Lobster Frittata
48
Portobello mushrooms asparagus, heirloom tomatoes, Midnight Moon goat cheese
Santa Barbara Cioppino
46
Clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, salmon, crab claws, tomato-saffron sauce and herb-rouille crostini
Veal Scallopini
49
Roasted garlic‏ mashed potatoes, forest mushroom piccata sauce, steamed asparagus
Roasted Jidori Chicken Breast
46
Roasted fingerling‏ potatoes, piquillo pepper relish, wild mushrooms, chicken jus
Classic Cobb Salad
38
Romaine and butter lettuces, avocado, chicken, eggs, bacon, blue cheese, tomatoes, creamy herb vinaigrette
Breakfast‏: Served from 7 AM-10:45 AM
Silver Dollar Pancakes
10
Smoked bacon, Vermont maple syrup
Scrambled Eggs
10
Farm fresh eggs, crispy hash brown potatoes
All Day Dining
Petite Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
10
Guacamole, salsa,‏ sour cream
Grilled Chicken Breast
14
Mashed potatoes, broccolini
Classic Hot Dog
11
French fries
Macaroni & Cheese
10
Petite Pasta Pomodoro
14
Angel hair, Italian plum tomatoes, fresh basil
Petite Burger
12
Cheese, French fries
Chicken Fingers
12
French fries, barbecue sauce
Petite Desserts‏: Served from 11 AM- 10 PM
Chocolate Tart
6
Fresh strawberries‏
Cookies & Milk
6
Chocolate chip‏ cookies, cold milk
Apple Pie
6
Vanilla ice cream
Ice Cream Sundae
6
Delightful decadence

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The Dining Room at El Encanto
800 Alvarado Pl
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
United States
At: Belmond El Encanto
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Dine in the elegant dining room, or delight in a romantic dinner under the stars on the terrace. An innovative menu offers contemporary California-coastal cuisine infused with Asian touches, French flair and a side of stunning Santa Barbara views.
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Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
  • Mon–Sun
    • 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
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(805) 845-5800
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