Santa Barbara, located on the central coast of California, and only 2 hours from Los Angeles, is renowned for its stunning beaches, Spanish colonial architecture, and picturesque mountain backdrop. Known as the “American Riviera,” it offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and a laid-back coastal atmosphere. It is one of my favorite places to visit!

In this post I’m recommending some of my favorite places to eat, drink, and what to do!

• Caje – coffee
• Miramar Beach Bar
• The Stonehouse – a great place for a special occasion I went for my birthday!
• L’antica Pizzeria de Michele
• Sama Sama – asian dishes
• Loquita – mexican dishes
• The Lark
• Dune Coffee Roasters
• Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach – seafood dishes
• McConnells Ice Cream – one of my favorite ice cream places
• Nortons Pastrami and Deli
• Santa Barbara Shellfish Company
• On the Alley
• Corazon Cocina

• Grassini Family Vineyards 
• J Wilkes
• SB Winery
• Test Pilot
• Carucci Wines
• Pali Wines Co
• Sunstone Winery

• The Blue Door – vintage store
• Salt Cave – spa and store
• Public Market – food hall
• Celebration Boat Cruise
• Captain Jacks Tour – different tour options around the city
• Sustainable Wine Tour
• Chromatic Gate – a rainbow arch
• Old Mission – museum and mausoleum
• Paseo Nuevo Stairs – picturesque stairs
• Funk Zone – a cool section of SB that has tasting rooms, cafes, galleries, and shops
• Urban Wine Trail – a self guided tour of 20+ tasting rooms
• Stearns Wharf
• Butterfly Beach
• SB Courthouse – the prettiest courthouse I have ever been to!