Best Seasonal Restaurants in Carpinteria

11 restaurants available nearby

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1. Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito

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4.5

Awesome(47)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Montecito

Booked 56 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.

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2. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

4.8

Exceptional(2645)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 38 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. Ca Dario Montecito

4.8

Exceptional(890)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 32 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)

4. Lilac Montecito

4.7

Exceptional(152)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Montecito

Booked 18 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

5. Convivo

4.7

Exceptional(2143)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 33 times today

Convivo is a Santa Barbara restaurant and bar with an Italian soul. Chef-Owner Peter McNee's food is best described as ‘Nomad Italian’. It strays from the standard or traditional Italian, sourcing inspiration from many other cultures’ cooking but its soul is thoroughly Italian. The ever-changing menu includes small plates, housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, rotisserie chicken, fresh seafood and steaks served family-style. McNee’s all-star supplier network provides the freshest produce and local seafood the region is famous for. Inspired by the bounty of the sea, the lush farms and abundant vineyards nearby and the cooking methods of Italy, Convivo is a festive gathering place for locals and visitors alike inside the newly-restored Santa Barbara Inn.

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6. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(5513)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 44 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.

7. Tre Lune

4.8

Exceptional(2015)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montecito

Booked 49 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.

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8. Plow & Angel Speakeasy

5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montecito

Booked 6 times today

For over a century, San Ysidro Ranch has been a haven for those seeking tranquility amidst the captivating landscapes of Santa Barbara. This historic hideaway effortlessly weaves together natural beauty, romantic heritage, and classic luxury, welcoming discerning travelers to experience a retreat like no other. In the heart of this timeless escape, experience indulgence through Afternoon Tea, where an enticing array of tea sandwiches, seasonal scones, and house-made pastries promise to elevate your senses. As the day transitions to night, immerse yourself in a clandestine world within our speakeasy, where crafted cocktails and an intimate ambiance transport you to a bygone era. San Ysidro Ranch invites you to become part of its storied history, where the past meets the present in an atmosphere of natural beauty, culinary delights, and timeless moments.

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9. Bluewater Grill - Santa Barbara

4.4

Awesome(662)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 15 times today

The waterfront locals choice in Santa Barbara for premium quality, sustainably sourced seafood! Located at the gateway to Santa Barbara on the beach at State Street and Cabrillo Boulevard with a stunning patio and beach view. Adjacent to the "Funk Zone", Santa Barbara's premiere wine district, the wine list features an extensive selection of local wines in addition to a "no-corkage" policy on the first two bottles. Winner of numerous awards, including Best Seafood, this owner operated gem features lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, a "Kids Live Well" Kid menu, full bar, heated patio, and is pet friendly. Well known for classics like Clam Chowder and Fish & Chips, Oysters on the half shell and numerous varieties of fresh fish, lobster and crab, Bluewater also operates fishing vessel "Pilikia" which specializes in the freshest caught local fish in town! Come in, Get Hooked!

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10. The Harbor Restaurant

3.6

Very Good(33)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 6 times today

International Coastal Cuisine with Local Ingredients. Located on Santa Barbara's famous Stearns Wharf, the Harbor Restaurant is a 12,850-square-foot establishment on two floors that can seat 500 guests. Valet parking is available during dinner service. The restaurant features upstairs casual dining with an outdoor ocean view patio while the downstairs features a proper bar with craft cocktails, an exceptional dining room with international dishes featuring local ingredients, and two private event spaces including an 80+ person room and a private dining room for 20 guests.

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DebbieVIP
California Central Coast •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful service, we sat outside on a nice day. It was lovely
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Clark's Oyster Bar - MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito
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4.5
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AlbertVIP
Las Vegas •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Sat outside and enjoyed the special vermillion fish. Very memorable meal with good service.
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ConvivoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
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4.7
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Geri
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The hospitable and welcoming staff were top-notch - many of them wished us a happy anniversary, and it shows the excellent communication within the establishment and the care they take to provide patrons with a memorable experience. Highly recommend arriving early and grabbing a delicious and strong cocktail in the lounge before dinner. Walk the gardens either before or after your meal - the property is gorgeous! Every bite was tasty - what stood out most to us were the perfectly prepared grilled octopus starter and the absolutely divine Grand Marnier souffle.
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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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Wendy
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I've enjoyed their lunch and brunch offerings several times - the food is delicious, especially for those of us who need to avoid gluten and, frankly, most diners would never notice that their baked goods are all gluten free! Friendly service and clean, appealing dining room. Highly recommended.
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Lilac MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Montecito
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4.7
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AutumnVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •25 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Fantastic service. The meal was wonderful. Wine selection was broad. Really enjoyed it. Will definitely be back.
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Ca Dario MontecitoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Montecito
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4.8

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito

2. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

3. Ca Dario Montecito

4. Lilac Montecito

5. Convivo

6. Toma Restaurant & Bar

7. Tre Lune

8. Plow & Angel Speakeasy

9. Bluewater Grill - Santa Barbara

10. The Harbor Restaurant

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