๐บ๐ธ Where to Play & Eat in Santa Barbara - Western Edition ๐ฝ๏ธ
No. 1 Loquita ๐ 202 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Upscale Spanish cuisine ๐ Squid Ink Paella: Mussels, crispy socarrat (rice crust), and flavorful rice ๐ฅ Traditional Paella: Similar to the squid ink version but not black ๐ Jamรณn Tasting: Cured ham platter ๐ Note: A bit pricey but worth the experience! No. 2 Habit Burger ๐ 5735 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117 The original location! ๐ Pineapple Burger: Add jalapeรฑos for a kick ๐ถ๏ธ Streamlined process = consistent quality worldwide ๐ No. 3 Rare Society ๐ 214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Classic American steakhouse ๐ฅฉ Filet mignon was decent, but nothing extraordinary ๐ No. 4 Mizza ๐ 1112 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Delicious Italian! ๐ฆ Lobster Risotto: Rich broth, lobster chunks, asparagus, and peasโlayered and hearty! Pro tip: Order for takeout if needed! No. 5 SAMA SAMA Kitchen ๐ 1208 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Asian fusion with surprises! ๐ Crispy Rice Salad: Beef + kale + crunchy riceโmind-blowing! ๐คฏ Spare Ribs: Tasty but not unique ๐ Siren Song Cocktail: $17 for half a glass of ice ๐ง๐ Fried Rockfish: Solid ๐ Clams & Chinese Donut: Donut = 10/10, Clams = -10/10 (too fishy! ๐ซ) No. 7 Stella Mareโs ๐ค Permanently closed ๐ข Letโs light a candle for the lost duck confit, escargot, and iconic glass greenhouse dining. RIP ๐ฏ๏ธ #SantaBarbara #FoodGuide #CaliforniaEats #TravelUSA #RIPStellaMares ๐ท
