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Ca' Dario Ristorante, Santa Barbara, CA

Ca' Dario Ristorante

4.8
4.8
1815 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
"Anything grilled is divine, and the rest of the menu is delectable at this charming Italian restaurant in Santa Barbara known for its excellent execution of simple pasta, meats and other classics. A fantastic wine list with many available by the glass; its a local favorite, so reservations are a must."

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 884-9419 ext. 1
  • Website
    http://www.cadariorestaurants.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Dario Furlati
  • Location
    37 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Barbara
  • Cross street
    Anacapa
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day 2025 Prix Fixe

    $80.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    We are featuring a special Valentine's Day menu crafted by Chef Dario Furlati . We will be serving a 4 course Prix Fixe Menu only for $80 per person. Our menu can be viewed online soon at cadariorestaurants.com or by calling 805-884-9419 ext 1.

Menu

$5 split charge.

Antipasti (Appetizers)

  • Zuppa Del Giorno

    Fresh daily homemade soup.

    • Insalatina Di Campo

      Organic lettuces and tomatoes with balsamic dressing and parmigiano.

      • Lattuga Romana

        Romaine salad, garlic croutons, Caesar dressing. Add roasted chicken $4.

        • Rughetta Con Asiago

          Arugula, tomatoes, shaved asiago cheese, red onions, mustard vinaigrette.

          • Insalata Di Spinaci E Uova

            Baby spinach tossed with boiled egg, crispy pancetta, parmigiano, balsamic dressing.

            • Mozzarella Alla Caprese

              Fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil.

              • Carpaccio Con Capperi E Grana

                Thinly sliced raw beef with capers, lemon juice, e.v.o.o. And shaved parmigiano.

                • Grigliata Di Verdure

                  Plate of grilled vegetables, roasted peppers and whole garlic head.

                  • Ca'dario 'Chopped Salad'

                    Crisp romaine, roasted turkey, mozzarella, ham, pancetta, egg, tomato and blue cheese.

                    • Duetto Di Mare

                      Fresh clams and mussels with garlic, parsley and white wine broth.

                      • Antipasto Della Casa

                        Assortment of homemade marinated vegetables and cold cuts.

                        • Frittata Alle Quattro Stagioni

                          Egg frittata with asparagus, button mushrooms, roasted peppers and ham.

                          Panini (Sandwiches)

                          • Toast Italiano

                            Grilled sandwich with ham and fontina cheese. Served with arugula salad.

                            • Crostone Vegetariano

                              Grilled bread with eggplant, roasted peppers, goat cheese, olive pâté. Served with bean salad.

                              • Ciabatta Tirolese

                                Grilled ciabatta bread with gorgonzola and smoked prosciutto. Served with roasted peppers.

                                • Pagnotta Al Tonno E Carciofi

                                  Rustic bread with tuna, artichoke heart, olive tapenade, sweet onions. Served with salad.

                                  • Filoncino Con Pollo E Formaggio

                                    Grilled baguette with roasted chicken, artichoke pâté, fontina cheese. Served with salad.

                                    • Panino Del Giorno

                                      Sandwich of the day. Ask server for today's selection.

                                      Primi (First Courses)

                                      • Capellini Organici

                                        Angel hair with organic tomatoes, roasted garlic and basil.

                                        • Rigatoni Al Pomodoro E Basilico

                                          Short tube pasta with savory tomato and basil sauce.

                                          • Pennette All'arrabbiata

                                            Quill shape pasta with spicy tomato and roasted garlic sauce.

                                            • Spaghetti Al Ragù Di Olive E Capperi

                                              Thin spaghetti with sauce of tomato, olive, capers, chili flake and pecorino cheese.

                                              • Fusilli All' Amatriciana

                                                Curly pasta with sweet onions, pancetta, chili, tomato, pecorino cheese.

                                                • Farfalle Al Salmone E Piselli

                                                  Bow-tie pasta with smoked salmon, peas and light tomato cream sauce.

                                                  • Penne Alla Boscaiola

                                                    Quill shape pasta with porcini mushrooms, pancetta and creamy tomato sauce.

                                                    • Pappardelle Alla Bolognese

                                                      Wide flat ribbon pasta with delicate meat ragout.

                                                      • Ravioli Al Burro E Salvia

                                                        Pasta pillow filled with spinach and ricotta, brown butter and sage sauce.

                                                        • Tortelli Alla Panna E Prosciutto

                                                          Pasta filled with cheeses and herbs, ham and parmesan cream sauce.

                                                          Secondi (Second Courses)

                                                          • Luganega Con Polenta E Peperonata

                                                            Grilled italian sausages with polenta and stewed peppers sauce.

                                                            • Pollo Alla Milanese

                                                              Breaded chicken breast topped with arugula, tomatoes, shaved parmesan.

                                                              • Bistecca Al Pepe Verde

                                                                Grilled flat iron steak with green peppercorn and brandy sauce.

                                                                • Agnello Scottadito

                                                                  Grilled lamb chops, brushed with olive oil, rosemary and garlic.

                                                                  • Specialità Dalla Rosticceria

                                                                    Daily special from our rotisserie.

                                                                    • Pesce Del Giorno

                                                                      Fresh fish of the day. Please ask server for selections and prices.

                                                                      Last updated: February 4, 2022

                                                                      What 1,815 people are saying

                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                      4.8
                                                                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                      • 4.8Food
                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                      • 4.6Ambience
                                                                      • 4.5Value

                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                      Loved For

                                                                      • Santa Barbara

                                                                        Neighborhood gem

                                                                      • Santa Barbara

                                                                        Romantic

                                                                      Review summary

                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                      Ca' Dario Ristorante in Santa Barbara is a beloved dining destination, praised for its "always amazing food and wine," "outstanding service," and "wonderful atmosphere." Guests consistently enjoy the "best bolognese sauce" and "excellent variety" on the menu. The location is perfect for both casual and celebratory meals.

                                                                      1,815 Reviews

                                                                      1. Charles

                                                                        West Virginia

                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                        Dined today

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Overall, a great experience. The restaurant is attractive and nicely lit, with small vases of flowers on each table. It was a Monday, not crowded but many tables were occupied. Our table was ready when we arrived. We split a salad, first course and second course. The food was flavorful and well prepared. The pacing was perfect and the quantities made sharing work well. Our cocktails were well crafted and generous. I find this always makes a good impression on me. The server was present and not intrusive. She seemed well informed, offering advice and answering questions without needing to check with someone else. All in all, a great experience and worth going back.

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                                                                      2. Chris

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Love this restaurant, my favorite in Santa Barbara! Amazing food!!

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                                                                      3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        38 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        38 reviews

                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Authentic Italian food. Enjoyed the food specially the service

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                                                                      4. Ernesto

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Central Coast

                                                                        15 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        15 reviews

                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Spectacular staff, food was on point and a beautiful menu. THANK YOU!

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                                                                      5. Avi

                                                                        Denver

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined on January 13, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        What can I say? Great food! Great experience! Always enjoyable! And the ambiance is always kind of family style.

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                                                                      6. Toby

                                                                        Hawaii

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 12, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                        Usual the service is ok , but this was a busy nite, but service was really off. Waiter forgot the entree orders, drink request, take home box, bill was wrong and trouble calculating. I understand there can be off nites, for sure, but the past couple of visits hasn't been great with service and the food not up to its usual standard.

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                                                                      7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Orange County

                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 11, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Great experience. Great food. Very accommodating.

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                                                                      8. Eric

                                                                        Central Coast

                                                                        54 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        54 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 8, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Pleasing service. Great food. Always a place you can count on

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                                                                      9. Laura

                                                                        Denver

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined on January 4, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Always the best food and service!!! Love it everytime

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                                                                      10. jen

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                        Dined on December 25, 2024

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Always amazing food and wine and service! One of the best restaurants in SB .

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                                                                      FAQs

                                                                      Ca' Dario Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 884-9419 ext. 1.

                                                                      Ca' Dario Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 1815 OpenTable diners.

                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                      Make a reservation

                                                                      2 people
                                                                      7:00 PM
                                                                      Booked 13 times today
                                                                      Experiences are available.

                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                      Google Map for Ca' Dario Ristorante

                                                                      37 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

                                                                      Additional information

                                                                      • Cross street
                                                                        Anacapa
                                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                                        Santa Barbara
                                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                                        Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                      • Price
                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                        Italian
                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                        Casual Dress
                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                        Street Parking
                                                                      • Payment options
                                                                        AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                      • Executive chef
                                                                        Dario Furlati
                                                                      • Additional
                                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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