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Ca Dario Montecito
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(942)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)
Lucky's
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(2,967)LUCKY'S is widely known for its exclusive selection of USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, farmer's market vegetables, no-nonsense cocktails and world class wine cellar.
For take-out, please call the restaurant.
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LOCAL Montecito
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.6(307)Incredible outdoor seating with two heated patios, firepit, couches, and a 360 degree bar. Featuring local ingredients and exceptional dishes from multiple cuisines paired with an extensive and rare wine collection, LOCAL has it all in the heart of Montecito.Lilac Montecito
Price: Expensive•Contemporary European•4.7(194)
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
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- KKelliSan Antonio •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat food. I’m a celiac with other allergies & they took great care of me! The bread rolls that are complimentary were incredible. Cheesecake!!!More infoLilac MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Montecito•4.7
- SSamirVIPLos Angeles •7 reviews5.0Dined on May 26, 2025Great authentic Italian in Montecito, definitely doing back!More infoCa Dario MontecitoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Montecito•4.8
- IIsabellaCalifornia Central Coast •2 reviews5.0Dined on May 26, 2025Joe was the best server! Very accommodating! Food was good!More infoLOCAL MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito•4.6
- AAllenaVIPCincinnati / Dayton •9 reviews5.0Dined on May 25, 2025Kaylee was a great host! Food was good & the vibe was cute.More infoClark's Oyster Bar - MontecitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Montecito•4.5
- JJamesVIPDallas - Fort Worth •16 reviews5.0Dined on May 20, 2025We sat outside which is our favorite. Foods service were great as always.More infoLucky'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Montecito•4.7
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Montecito is one of the wealthiest areas in the United States. Many celebrities make their homes here, and it features one of the most ideal microclimates available in the state of California. This means that everything on offer in the area is extremely high-end, and the food is some of the best available in the state. Some of the upscale establishments here are owned by famous filmmakers and stars of the screen. You can take advantage of the wealth in the area by enjoying the food served to the rich and famous. Try something from a local bakery or one of the celebrity-owned restaurants. Even the diner food is classy in Montecito. If Italian is your thing, you'll sate your appetite in Montecito. Mexican establishments abound here, and you'll also find some pizza joints if you're on a budget.
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As of Jun 3, 2025 there are 12 restaurants in Montecito. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.
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