Best restaurants near me in Montecito, CA

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A photo of RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito restaurant

1. RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito

4.6

Exceptional(91)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montecito

Booked 43 times today

The RH Firehouse Grill is an indoor-outdoor restaurant located at RH Montecito, The Gallery at the Old Firehouse. Enjoy a menu of signature salads and classics from our hearth in our courtyard restaurant, which seamlessly extends into a beautifully landscaped garden. Dine beneath the warm glow of handwoven pendants amid heritage olive trees, birds of paradise, a grand fireplace and cascading limestone fountains.

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2. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

4.8

Exceptional(2698)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 26 times today

The Stonehouse, located in a beautiful 19th-century citrus packing house, offers an unparalleled dining experience. Guests can unwind in a relaxing lounge with full bar service or enjoy the ambiance of the separate dining room, complete with a crackling fireplace and world-class views. Chef Matthew Johnson creates evocative regional cuisine, utilizing fresh herbs and vegetables from the Ranch’s organic chef’s garden. The Stonehouse boasts the only Grand Award-winning wine program in Central California, ensuring an unparalleled selection of wines to complement your meal. For a unique twist, visit the restaurant's speakeasy for before or after dinner drinks, where you can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, nostalgic setting.

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3. Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito

4.4

Awesome(106)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Montecito

Booked 50 times today

Clark’s Montecito is a stylish all-day restaurant celebrating coastal American classics spanning from New England to California. In addition to its flagship menu of oysters and raw bar, a signature burger, daily catch specials, lobster rolls, chowder and refreshing crudo, this California location features seasonal bounty from the Pacific Ocean. The wine list highlights California classics alongside French whites and reds primarily from Burgundy and the Loire. Clark’s signature martinis and cocktails are always available. A collaboration between Lambert McGuire Design and Santa Barbara-based architect Jeff Shelton, the space offers a seamless indoor-outdoor dining experience that marries Clark’s classic coastal design features with the more whimsical ceramic tile traditions of Portugal and Mexico and a Mediterranean-inspired design that pays homage to its coastal setting and historic Spanish Colonial Revival architecture.

4. Lucky's

4.7

Exceptional(2923)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Montecito

Booked 43 times today

LUCKY'S is widely known for its exclusive selection of USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, farmer's market vegetables, no-nonsense cocktails and world class wine cellar. For take-out, please call the restaurant.We do not accept bar table reservations online, please call the restaurant.For larger parties, please call or email the restaurant directly.

5. Tre Lune

4.8

Exceptional(2050)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 29 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.

6. OKU

4.8

Exceptional(1811)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Santa Barbara

Booked 54 times today

Tina Takaya, proprietor, welcomes you to our newest two story restaurant on the water. We feel the key to success is our passion for creating the highest quality food and warm friendly service. We hope you will enjoy your experience as much as we enjoyed creating it for you."We want Locals to feel like Family and Visitors to feel like Locals"Our menu draws from Asian favorites that inspire and excite such as Wagyu Steak, Japanese Sushi, Chinese Dumplings, Garlic Noodles and fresh local seafood.We are located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Waterfront and Funk Zone Districts. Come enjoy lunch or dinner, soak in the sun by day at our waterfront rooftop bar while sipping on a refreshing cocktail surrounded by our beautiful ocean vista and by night, enjoy lounging by the fireplace after a delicious meal and a great glass of wine.Our chef uses the freshest ingredients from central coast farmers and local fisherman to create dishes with the best of what California has to offer.

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7. Ca Dario Montecito

4.7

Exceptional(914)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 25 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)

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8. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(5557)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 34 times today

Toma Restaurant and Bar a waterfront bistro, located along Santa Barbara's picturesque Cabrillo Blvd. Experience Santa Barbara waterfront's most romantic restaurant. Savor exquisite Italian and Mediterranean inspired dishes from Santa Barbara's seasonal bounty, supporting our local fisherman, farmers, foragers and food artisans. Pour over local and Italian wines along with a full bar of handcrafted cocktails and spirits. Enjoy warm and attentive service while dining window side with a view of the enchanting Santa Barbara harbor.

9. LOCAL Montecito

4.6

Exceptional(291)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Montecito

Booked 16 times today

Incredible outdoor seating with two heated patios, firepit, couches, and a 360 degree bar. Featuring local ingredients and exceptional dishes from multiple cuisines paired with an extensive and rare wine collection, LOCAL has it all in the heart of Montecito.

10. Lilac Montecito

4.6

Exceptional(171)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Montecito

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Lilac Montecito. We offer an elevated bistro dining experience featuring some of our favorite foods that nourish the body and soul in a full-service dining ambiance. Our menu is inspired by European and Californian cuisine as well as locally-sourced ingredients for a fresh, delicious take on some classic entrees. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner

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RosemaryVIP
Los Angeles •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
EXCEPTIONAL. Food service our waiter Chris was beyond expectations. Being Italian , we thought our grandmother,s were in the kitchen . Chris was so friendly , sincere and attentive . we have tried several restaurants in the Santa Barbara area over the years and Tre Lune is probably the best of all. we would drive to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles again just to have a meal at this restaurant.
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Tre LunePrice: Expensive• Italian• Montecito
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luv2eatVIP
Oklahoma City •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Very friendly and attentive service and delicious food!
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Clark's Oyster Bar - MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito
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peterVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As always a fun time in a fun place run by professionals
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Lucky'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Montecito
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4.7
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Kim
Dallas - Fort Worth •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Love this place! The decor is beautiful - service is great and everything we’ve eaten is very good. We’ll be back
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RH Firehouse Grill at RH MontecitoPrice: Very Expensive• American• Montecito
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4.6
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Dan
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Perfect service delicious food and lovely atmosphere!
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Stonehouse at San Ysidro RanchPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Barbara
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4.8

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1. RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito

2. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

3. Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito

4. Lucky's

5. Tre Lune

6. OKU

7. Ca Dario Montecito

8. Toma Restaurant & Bar

9. LOCAL Montecito

10. Lilac Montecito

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