Locals guide to Santa Bárbara California

Santa Barbara Bowl

Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Bowl · 1122 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

Bowl-shaped outdoor concert venue for big music acts & festivals has modern design & vista views.

Ocean Nails & Spa

California, Goleta · Ocean Nails & Spa · 5768 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117, USA

Underground Hair Artists

Hitchcock, Santa Barbara · Underground Hair Artists · 2279 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Chuck's of Hawaii

North State, Santa Barbara · Chuck's of Hawaii · 3888 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Tiki-themed destination since 1967 offering steaks & seafood, plus a salad bar & a wine list.

Stearns Wharf

Waterfront, Santa Barbara · Stearns Wharf · 217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Storied wooden wharf offering restaurants, varied shops, a small aquarium & water views.

The Drunken Crab Santa Barbara

Lower State, Santa Barbara · The Drunken Crab Santa Barbara · 416 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Modern-rustic spot with a patio for spiced-to-order Louisiana-style shellfish & craft draft beer.

Metro Entertainment

Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara · Metro Entertainment · 6 W Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Hendrys Beach

California · Hendrys Beach · Hendrys Beach, California 93109, USA

Boathouse at Hendry's Beach

Campanil, Santa Barbara · Boathouse at Hendry's Beach · 2981 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, USA

Upscale seafood & brunch spot on the beach with panoramic ocean views & a heated outdoor patio.

Santa Barbara Zoo

East Beach, Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Zoo · 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

Small zoo with hundreds of animals in natural habitats, a miniature train ride & picnic spots.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

Upper East, Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History · 2559 Puesta Del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Landmark with various exhibits including regional history, art, a planetarium & a butterfly garden.

Carlitos Café y Cantina

Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara · Carlitos Café y Cantina · 1324 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Classic Mexican eats & margaritas served indoors or on the patio with colorful umbrellas & fountain.

Kids World

Upper East, Santa Barbara · Kids World · 1400 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Mission Rose Garden

Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara · Mission Rose Garden · 420 Plaza Rubio, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

Scenic, kid-friendly area showcasing many varieties of roses, some dating back to the 1800s.

Old Mission Santa Barbara

Upper East, Santa Barbara · Old Mission Santa Barbara · 2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Landmark 1786 Spanish mission with period art & artifacts, gardens with ocean views & a gift shop.

East Beach

California, Santa Barbara · East Beach · East Beach, Santa Barbara, CA, USA

Long, palm-lined sandy beach known for its sunsets & volleyball, lifeguarded during summer months.

Reunion Kitchen + Drink

Waterfront, Santa Barbara · Reunion Kitchen + Drink · 1118 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

Mission Street Ice Cream & Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams

Oak Park, Santa Barbara · Mission Street Ice Cream & Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams · 201 W Mission St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Longtime establishment crafting sustainable ice creams in a variety of classic & creative flavors.

Shalhoob's Funk Zone Patio

Lower State, Santa Barbara · Shalhoob's Funk Zone Patio · 220 Gray Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Creative American eats from regional ingredients are served outdoors with local beers & wines.

Sachi | Ramen & Robata Bar

California, Santa Barbara · Sachi | Ramen & Robata Bar · 721 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Joe's Cafe

Lower State, Santa Barbara · Joe's Cafe · 536 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Lively destination for American favorites with a modern twist including steak & seafood since 1928.

Anna Janelle Jewelry

Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara · Anna Janelle Jewelry · 1103A State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Seoulmate Kitchen

Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara · Seoulmate Kitchen · 38 W Victoria St #115, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

La Playa Azul Cafe

Laguna, Santa Barbara · La Playa Azul Cafe · 914 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Mexican seafood entrees & potent margaritas served in a crisp space with white walls & palm fronds.

Java Station

California, Santa Barbara · Java Station · 4447 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93110, USA

Jeannine's Bakery & Coffee

North State, Santa Barbara · Jeannine's Bakery & Coffee · 3607 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Local chain serving gourmet breakfast fare, plus sandwiches & salads, in a stylish space.

Institution Ale Co. - Santa Barbara

Lower State, Santa Barbara · Institution Ale Co. - Santa Barbara · 516 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Arnoldi's Cafe

California, Santa Barbara · Arnoldi's Cafe · 600 Olive St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Old-school, circa-1937 Italian spot has jumbo-sized portions & an outdoor patio with bocce courts.

Lighthouse Coffee

California, Goleta · Lighthouse Coffee · 199 S Turnpike Rd #101, Goleta, CA 93111, USA

Coffee shop serving small-batch roasted beans and blended drinks, plus some food.