Sunset Grille — Restaurant in Carpinteria

Sunset Grille – Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

We were too tired to go out after a delayed flight, so it was nice having a restaurant onsite. Standard American fare with limited vegetarian options (quesadilla, salad, mozzarella sticks). My dad had the cheese quesadilla (basic if not sad looking), my mom had the garden salad with Italian dressing, and I went with the chicken tenders — which were the surprise standout. Plump, crispy, and served with a Dijon-forward honey mustard that was excellent.

Service was handled by one very kind and attentive staff member. Only drawback: they only take cash or you have to add it to your room. Overall 3.5, but rounded down to 3 due to lack of...

The Sunset grill is located inside the Best Western Hotel. We stayed here for four nights, but after our first breakfast we understood that we would be going elsewhere for future meals. The poor waitress was over worked and over extended, but trying to be pleasant. They are so short on staff. I witnessed three young ladies being turned away for breakfast at 10am. This hotel doesn't offer any free grab-n-go breakfast to their guests at all. We paid $30 for mediocre food, at best. If you like burnt bacon inside your omelet, this...

Enjoyed breakfast on our balcony - very nice. Ordered the CA omelet w/bacon, fruit instead of potatoes and a side of sausage. Wife got the Sunrise Sandwich w/ side of potatoes. Food was fresh, ready for pickup in 15 minutes, packed in sturdy plastic containers. Great value, tasty, convenient. It was nice to relax and enjoy our quiet...