Best Casual Restaurants in Carpinteria

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Thario's Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(35)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Carpinteria

Cosy European Restaurant Made with Love by the Pacific OceanOpening at 3:00 PM

2. Tre Lune

4.8

Exceptional(1983)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 33 times today

"Upbeat and comfortable, serving real-deal pastas and pizzas that make you feel like you're in Italy again." - ZAGAT 2010 Fresh fish, veal scaloppini, osso buco, prime steaks, Kobe-beef burgers, organic salads, and house-made desserts. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner-Cocktails. Award Winner of Italian wines list.Please call to make reservations.

3. Convivo

4.7

Exceptional(2124)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 21 times today

Convivo is a Santa Barbara restaurant and bar with an Italian soul. Chef-Owner Peter McNee's food is best described as ‘Nomad Italian’. It strays from the standard or traditional Italian, sourcing inspiration from many other cultures’ cooking but its soul is thoroughly Italian. The ever-changing menu includes small plates, housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, rotisserie chicken, fresh seafood and steaks served family-style. McNee’s all-star supplier network provides the freshest produce and local seafood the region is famous for. Inspired by the bounty of the sea, the lush farms and abundant vineyards nearby and the cooking methods of Italy, Convivo is a festive gathering place for locals and visitors alike inside the newly-restored Santa Barbara Inn.

4. Blackbird

4.2

Awesome(165)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 10 times today

A mainstay of the Funk Zone, Blackbird offers a beverage-forward atmosphere featuring inventive cocktails by legendary mixologist Devon Espinosa alongside a thoughtfully curated menu that pays homage to the culinary bounty of the Central Coast. Enjoy an extensive list of local wine and craft beer that highlights the terroir of the region and pairs seamlessly with our iconoclastic take on local, sustainable cuisine. With its striking brass fixtures and black box-like aesthetic, Blackbird upends the conventional upscale dining experience in Santa Barbara and offers a subtle nod to Alfred Hitchcock’s haunting, yet timeless thrillers. Here guests are offered a pulse on contemporary Santa Barbara.

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5. Ca Dario Montecito

4.8

Exceptional(872)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 22 times today

Ca' 'Dario's newest restaurant on Coast Village Road promises the same authentic and fresh Italian cuisine as our other locations, now easily accessible for residents of Montecito! Enjoy outdoor dining on our covered patio, or indoor in our elegant dining room.We feature an adjustable roof that keeps out the rain and allows in the sun.Dogs are welcome (we ask that you limit the number to one per guest)

6. Lilac Montecito

4.7

Exceptional(139)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Montecito

Booked 12 times today

A new gluten-free fine dining experience.Now open!

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7. The Harbor Restaurant

3.9

Excellent(20)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 6 times today

International Coastal Cuisine with Local Ingredients. Located on Santa Barbara's famous Stearns Wharf, the Harbor Restaurant is a 12,850-square-foot establishment on two floors that can seat 500 guests. Valet parking is available during dinner service. The restaurant features upstairs casual dining with an outdoor ocean view patio while the downstairs features a proper bar with craft cocktails, an exceptional dining room with international dishes featuring local ingredients, and two private event spaces including an 80+ person room and a private dining room for 20 guests.

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8. Moby Dick Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(265)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 8 times today

At Moby Dick Restaurant, in Santa Barbara, you'll get not only fresh seafood and excellent service, but an amazing view along with your meal. Situated on the pier itself in Santa Barbara, Moby Dick Restaurant is a fantastic place with a fantastic atmosphere to get something to eat.Whether you're after breakfast, lunch or dinner there�s sure to be something on the menu to please. Fried favorites at Moby Dick Restaurant include clam strips and chips, chicken wings and chips and many others. You can also order burgers, sandwiches and vegetarian fare. Fresh seafood specialties include grilled Cajun swordfish, bacon wrapped shrimp and grilled fresh salmon.

9. Arnoldi's Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(757)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 21 times today

Oldest Italian restaurant in Santa Barbara! We have two bocce courts on our patio with outdoor dining. Lots of pasta, appetizers, salads, chicken dishes and homemade desserts...Italian wine and local wine on our wine list...indoor or outdoor seating. We are a true local's secret and kid friendly. Open for dinner 7 days a week! We also host rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and large birthday parties.

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10. Goat Tree Restaurant

4.0

Excellent(452)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Located at the front door of the Funk Zone and one block from the beach, Goat Tree at Hotel Californian is a gourmet café with al fresco seating offering fresh, local fare, including superb pastries and baked goods made in house daily by our Pastry Chef Ron Viloria. Our all-day brunch menu features Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Shakshuka, Baby Kale Caesar and our famed GT Smashburger. Sip on cold-pressed juices from Pressed Juicery, lattes and coffee by Caffe Luxxe or organic hot teas by Rishi. Curating seasonal picnic baskets for a day at the beach or wine tasting as well as dine in, take out or delivery for brunch and dinner, Goat Tree pleases everyone's palate. Join us on our spacious patio into the evening for a glass of wine or a cocktail and a bite. Our dinner menu includes Rigatoni Pasta, New York Steak Frites and Faroe Island Salmon among other delectable dishes. Don't let the day end without some Rori's Ice Cream or a seasonal dessert from Chef Ron.

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Susanvip
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It’s my go-to when friends come to visit us here. Always amazing service and food!
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Ca Dario MontecitoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Montecito
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4.8
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Lisavip
Los Angeles •19 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
I was shocked that a 45$ halibut entry was not served with a side of any kind . Even a small serving of mashed potatoes . We spent over 200$ and I was starving when I left .
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BlackbirdPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Barbara
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4.2
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Chrisvip
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •53 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We love this restaurant, always great service and delicious food. A high energy, sophisticated, casual dining experience.
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Tre LunePrice: Expensive• Italian• Montecito
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4.8
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Randi
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •50 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
Would definitely recommend this restaurant. Pizza was great and special seasonal fish entree was shared among three of us. Fish was spectacular. Great wine list too. Service was excellent. Very beautiful restaurant interior and outdoor patio spectacular (we had breakfast on the patio the next morning). Best restaurant breakfast- food was very fresh and well-prepared.
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ConvivoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
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4.7
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Daniel
Los Angeles •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 13, 2024
Sat outside in the patio, great seating. Noise level very low; could sit and talk with family without difficulty. Service excellent, very attentive. The food took a little longer than expected to be served. Good quality made up for it. Highly recommend this retaurant to others.
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Thario's KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Carpinteria
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4.8

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Thario's Kitchen

2. Tre Lune

3. Convivo

4. Blackbird

5. Ca Dario Montecito

6. Lilac Montecito

7. The Harbor Restaurant

8. Moby Dick Restaurant

9. Arnoldi's Cafe

10. Goat Tree Restaurant

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