Convivo

4.7

2124 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

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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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 1:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(805) 845-6789
Website
http://www.convivorestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Peter McNee
Private party facilities
We offer indoor and outdoor private event spaces that can host 14-90 people.

Location
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Neighborhood
Santa Barbara
Cross street
Milpas Street
Parking details
Additional street and private lot available.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Thanksgiving Feast
Nov 28, 2024 only
Convivo is offering a 3 course menu for $115 per person or a 4 course menu for $140 on Thanksgiving Day from 12pm - 9pm (price does not include tax and gratuity). You can view our full Thanksgiving menu on our website. We look forward to hosting you soon.
Christmas Feast
Dec 25, 2024 only
Convivo is offering a 3 course menu for $125 per person or a 4 course menu for $150 on Christmas Day from 3 pm - 9 pm (price does not include tax and gratuity). You can view our full Christmas Feast menu on our website. We look forward to celebrating with you.

Popular dishes

Charcoal Prawns$20.00
fregola, saffron cippolini, blistered peppers, citrus
Pesce Crudo$21.00
raw ahi tuna, citrus, sesame cracker, avocado, mustard seed
Octopus$21.00
pork belly, poached egg, radish, frisee
Lamb Meatballs$16.00
chickpea, pickled rhubarb, tapenade
Chicken Liver*$13.00
crostone, cherries, celery, pickled red Fresno, hazelnuts
Beef Carpaccio$18.00
shallot, grated horseradish, fried caper, creamy bagna cauda

Agricola | Salads & Vegetables

Insalata Mercato$16.00
SB market & Parmigiano salad
Charcoal Avocado$16.00
ponzu, strawberry, spring citrus, radicchio
Figs$19.00
burrata, butternut squash, cauliflower, crispy brussels, apple
Salatasi$16.00
heirloom tomato, cucumber, lemon tahini, kale, crispy chickpeas
Carrots*$13.00
baba ganoush, saffron cauliflower, dukka, golden raisins
Crispy Yellow Potatoes*$12.00
za'atar, sauce romesco & lemon tahini
Brussels$16.00
herbed tehina, chicken skin scratchings, Aleppo chile

Forno | Wood Oven Pizza & Flatbread

Add | arugula, castelvetrano olive, mushroom, anchovy or egg $2.50 each; crispy Jamón Serrano $6

Za'atar Flatbread$11.00
accompaniments
Fattoush$22.00
sesame flatbread, herbed tehina, cherry tomato, cucumber, mint
Funghi$22.00
shiitake & oyster mushrooms, fontina, artichokes, sweet onions
Margherita$19.00
fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, sea salt
Chorizo Sausage$21.00
dino kale, red onion, castelvetrano olive, mozzarella
Summer Peach$25.00
Jamón Serrano, gorgonzola, rosemary, caramelized onion, brussel leaves

Grano | House Made Pasta

Lemon Ricotta Cappellacci$32.00
SB rock crab & saffron shellfish brodo
Seaweed Mafaldine$23.00
mushrooms, broccoli di ciccio, miso butter, garlic, furikake
Ink Spaghettini$28.00
SB uni butter, garlic, mussels, clams & prawns
Guinzaglio$25.00
7 hour veal bolognese & Parmigiano
Bucatini$25.00
pancetta, chile, crushed tomato, pecorino

Convivo | Main Course

Pesce Misto$48.00
mixed grill of seafood, Roman artichokes, salsa verde
Channel Islands Halibut$38.00
dino kale, fennel, cherry tomato confit, olive tapenade
Costolette$26.00
1/2 rack of smoked & slow roasted pork baby back ribs, giardiniera
Spit Roasted Chicken (half)$26.00
harissa, charmoula, olive, almonds, cauliflower
Grilled Bone In Ribeye$48.00
herb butter, cherry tomato, chimichurri, arugula

What 2,124 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Santa Barbara
Best Ambiance
Santa Barbara
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Barbara
Romantic
Santa Barbara
Great for scenic views
Santa Barbara
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Convivo offers a delightful dining experience in Santa Barbara with its "creative and amazing" cuisine and "spectacular views." The restaurant excels in providing a "wonderful" atmosphere and "excellent service," making it ideal for special occasions or casual outings. Guests appreciate the "friendly" staff and consistently "fresh and creative" menu options.

2,124 Reviews

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Michael
Orange County
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great hotel Italian restaurant. Got to try the fungi pizza and the lemon ricotta raviolis. The lemon tart was exceptional. They'll even make you an aperol Spritz if you ask. Don't miss the warm up by the fireplace outside the lobby before going in. Ask for Juan and he'll bring you whatever you'd like out on the fireplace patio
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Dale
Central Coast
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always receive great service there and love the food.
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Randi
Sacramento
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Would definitely recommend this restaurant. Pizza was great and special seasonal fish entree was shared among three of us. Fish was spectacular. Great wine list too. Service was excellent. Very beautiful restaurant interior and outdoor patio spectacular (we had breakfast on the patio the next morning). Best restaurant breakfast- food was very fresh and well-prepared.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, service and value! It has been one of our regular dining go-to’s since they opened. They are great for brunch-lunch and dinner.
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Stefanie
San Francisco
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful food and service! The Seaweed Mafaldine is a must order!
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John
Tahoe
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a slow week-day night when we visited. We were seated near a loud wedding party of some kind-not the best. The restaurant was vary nicely designed and scrupulously tidy. Service by Isabella was outstanding. Food was good. Lot guys were friendly and did a good job. We will return, probably with a larger party (and on a warmer evening).
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Ginger
Grand Rapids
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service and food. They gave us a table to view the beautiful ocean across the road. Homemade pasta and awesome foccahia bread.
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Rich
San Francisco
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a few friends join us for our anniversary dinner at Convivo and had a wonderful time. The food was amazing, do try the Octopus, our waiter was very friendly, knowledgeable and expedient, the drinks were delicious, especially the MojoJojo, and Convivo is right across the street from the ocean. Really enjoyed it!
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Cynthia
Jackson Hole
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both ordered the halibut. Mine was flavorful but unfortunately overcooked. My friends halibut was moist. Tuna appetizer was delicious Service excellent
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Tamar
Central Coast
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never disappoints. If have one meal in SB then this is where we go. The flavors are amazing. The persimmon pizza and chopped salad and Brussels sprouts amazing!
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FAQs

Convivo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 845-6789.

Convivo is rated 4.7 stars by 2124 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Milpas Street
Neighborhood
Santa Barbara
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 1:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Additional street and private lot available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Peter McNee
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.convivorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(805) 845-6789
Private party facilities
We offer indoor and outdoor private event spaces that can host 14-90 people.

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Convivo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

68 Monterey Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Thanksgiving Feast

Christmas Feast

Cappellacci

Bucatini

Salatasi

Cicchetti | Appetizers

Charcoal Prawns$20.00

Pesce Crudo$21.00

Octopus$21.00

Lamb Meatballs$16.00

Chicken Liver*$13.00

Beef Carpaccio$18.00

Agricola | Salads & Vegetables

Insalata Mercato$16.00

Charcoal Avocado$16.00

Figs$19.00

Salatasi$16.00

Carrots*$13.00

Crispy Yellow Potatoes*$12.00

Brussels$16.00

Forno | Wood Oven Pizza & Flatbread

Za'atar Flatbread$11.00

Fattoush$22.00

Funghi$22.00

Margherita$19.00

Chorizo Sausage$21.00

Summer Peach$25.00

Grano | House Made Pasta

Lemon Ricotta Cappellacci$32.00

Seaweed Mafaldine$23.00

Ink Spaghettini$28.00

Guinzaglio$25.00

Bucatini$25.00

Convivo | Main Course

Pesce Misto$48.00

Channel Islands Halibut$38.00

Costolette$26.00

Spit Roasted Chicken (half)$26.00

Grilled Bone In Ribeye$48.00

Featured Item

Our Focaccia$4.00

Condimenti$8.00

Sott'olio$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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