Restaurant · Lower State
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"Blackbird is another dinner recommendation in Santa Barbara." - Sophie Friedman
Book store · Downtown
Longtime shop featuring books, crystals, jewelry, and spiritual gifts, plus intuitive readings.
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Hotel · Lower State
Contemporary rooms, some with patios, plus a trendy Mexican restaurant, a bar & an art gallery. Set in the trendy Funk Zone neighborhood, this chic adobe-style hotel with views of the Santa Ynez Mountains is a 4-minute walk from Stearns Wharf and 2 blocks from the beach. The contemporary rooms, some with exposed brick walls, offer free Wi-Fi, 32-inch flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemakers. All also have desks, while upgraded rooms add patios with town and mountain views. There's a fashionable Mexican restaurant with a sidewalk patio. There's also an art gallery, a hip cocktail bar, a fitness studio and a business center. Parking is available (fee).
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Hotel · East Beach
Polished rooms & suites in a refined lodging offering Italian dining, a pool & Pacific Ocean views. Overlooking East Beach and the Pacific Ocean, this upscale hotel is a 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo and a mile from Stearns Wharf, a storied area with shops, restaurants and an aquarium. Polished rooms are warmly decorated, and offer flat-screens, free Wi-Fi and balconies; many rooms add ocean views. Suites feature whirlpool tubs and living areas/rooms with sofas; upgraded suites add 4-poster beds. Room service is available. Complimentary perks include parking and continental breakfast. There's a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a gym, plus a bar, and a refined Italian restaurant offering al fresco dining on an ocean-view terrace.
Bakery · Lower State
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Juice shop · Lower State
Juice Ranch Organic Cafe is a charming stop for fresh cold-pressed juices, superfood smoothies, and wholesome bites that feel both indulgent and nutritious.
Fusion restaurant · Downtown
Casual, neighborhood nook with late hours offering Asian-inspired sandwiches along with local wines.
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Southeast Asian restaurant · Downtown
Sama Sama Kitchen is a stylish farm-to-fork haven where vibrant Southeast Asian flavors meet a cozy, light-strung courtyard, making every visit a delightful adventure.
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Californian restaurant · Downtown
La Paloma Cafe is a charming spot blending local flavors with a Mexican twist, perfect for relaxed outdoor dining and sipping unique cocktails.
Wine bar · Lower State
Sip on global wine and craft beer flights at this cozy Funk Zone spot, where the friendly staff and patio vibes make for easy-going afternoons.
Mexican restaurant · Coast Village
Los Arroyos is a vibrant spot in Montecito for delectable Mexican fare and standout margaritas, making every visit a flavorful fiesta.