Ospi Montecito

We had a wonderful experience at the OSPI. Exquisite food & high class. The booths were higher than normal & very comfortable and the setting was very great and a huge circular bar in the center with a lot of chandelier lights above and the food was really great!...lots of fresh ingredients. You can tell that the chefs really put all their hearts into it. The food presentation was wonderful. The staff was great. All smiles & very kind with great service. You gotta check it out, Ospi!

Definite 5 stars. Food, service, ambiance, everything was great. Staff was not pretentious as can happen in this area from my understanding. Pasta was fresh (clearly homemade) service was fast and friendly, and the fire pit outside was lovely to have a drink by as we waited for our table, just a great experience overall. We had a couple of apps, the pizza, a couple of appetizers, chicken parm (big serving),pasta W/vodka sauce. I would have expected this restaurant to be booked just like the others ones in the area but surprisingly it was not and we are happy this is where we ended up tonight. Bathrooms also super clean and comfortable. Will definitely be back.

Had Brunch there today. Everything was outstanding! Started with crispy provolone vodka sauce. The sauce is good enough to eat alone. The mindilli melted in your mouth covered in exquisite pesto sauce. I started with Rebecca’s Margherita. The salt air was unique and very nice. We will make this a regular.

Staff was very attentive and kind. Food was delicious. Drinks, appetizers and mains were well paced, we didn’t feel rushed. We sat out on the patio and it was lovely would definitely return.

I had a great experience here at Ospi on opening day. I originally made a reservation for myself, but once I stepped inside the restaurant the beautiful bar was tempting me to park myself there. I love the vibrant green glass top! I started with the Lusty Martini, which is made with passion fruit. It was so good!! Highly recommend this cocktail if you love passion fruit like me. For food, I ordered the spicy vodka rigatoni and added two meatballs. Hands down thee best spicy rigatoni and meatballs I’ve ever had! The vodka sauce is exactly what I’ve been looking for in a sauce. Creamy, rich, spicy and full of flavor. I’m so glad I added the meatballs too! They were well seasoned and delicious. I opted for one more drink and tried the Bellezza. I think it was similar to a margarita, and also enjoyable. Overall, the customer service was great and I’m looking forward to going back to explore more from the menu.

I’ve been here twice now, and I would come here every week if I could afford it! The food is phenomenal. The raschiatelli is such a unique pasta dish, so flavorful and something I’ve never had before. I would also recommend the spicy rigatoni alla vodka and the creamy pesto pasta (not pictured)! The pizza was yummy and had a thin but crispy crust, and the cannoli were the perfect sweet treat at the end.

Went to check out Ospi for brunch on Saturday, their brunch menu was amazing, so many good options, the eggplant, breakfast burritos, egg pizza and homemade scones were a favorite for our group! We sat on the patio, it’s super nice, I can’t wait to go back and try out the dinner menu. The fire pit outside is a huge bonus!

We had such a great experience at this restaurant. The food was amazing, everything came out fast, and they even sat us without a reservation. You have to try the kale salad — and their cannoli and tiramisu? Unreal. The Margherita pizza was exactly like the one I had in Rome — seriously, so good. The atmosphere was great too. The area around the restaurant is full of greenery, and it honestly feels like you’re sitting somewhere in the middle of a forest. Super chill and cozy. Definitely recommending this spot.

Amazing amazing amazing!! The service was superb. The food was to die for! We loved everything about this place and can't wait to come back again when we visit Montecito!

Whole heartedly giving this place a true 5 out of 5 stars! Exceptional dinner; the best dinner I've had in a while! Service was beyond great and accommodating. Restaurant is beautiful. Just perfection all around! We visited after a zoo visit to celebrate my son's birthday and it was the best choice and experience. The food was outstanding! I got the chicken parm with spicy vodka sauce spaghetti and it was to die for. A big portion too. My husband got the salmon and it's definitely some of the best quality salmon we've had in a while. We also got the old fashion and lusty martini. Both delicious! And to end the celebration, we received a lemon cheesecake with a candle for my son and we got the brownie sundae for ourselves. Both were the perfect sweet ending to the night. I will be raving about Ospi for a while that's for sure.

I was excited to try Ospi Santa Barbara after visiting their sister restaurants in LA -- and it did not disappoint! I brought my family, and we all loved the experience. The food was outstanding; the cacio e pepe was perfectly made just how I like it, and every dish was full of flavor. The ambiance inside is warm and stylish, creating the perfect vibe for a great night out. Their GM, Ben, stopped by a couple of times to greet us and truly made us feel at home. Big thanks to the chef and the entire team for making our dinner memorable. We'll definitely be back

Came here for Valentine's day Dinner and it fit that setting perfect. We booked a later reservation and loved it. We ordered the pepperoni pizza and the spicy rigatoni pasta. The ingredients are FRESH and you can tell the pasta noodles are made in house. They were also able to adjust the spiciness for me which I appreciated. Ordered white wine and the hot girl drink, both were great! Highly recommend.

Food was great, good portions and good tasty flavors I made a reservation to sit outside where sadly was very loud, maybe the tables are too close together ? It was hard for the 3 of us to hear each other when everyone around seemed to be screaming , a special outing with an out of town friend and was hard to have a conversation Service was effective, not a highlight.

We stopped in for brunch to catch up with friends and stayed for drinks at the bar to continue catching up. The location was pretty and if it hadn't been pouring rain we would have opted to sit outside. As it was, inside was good. The cocktails were good and I really enjoyed my salad. I snagged a few pieces pizza as well and it was tasty. The service was competent and friendly. I'd definitely visit again m.

We are IN LOVE with SB's newest Italian addition! We've been coming here for months now and every time we have friends in town or a birthday to celebrate, we've been coming here, can't get enough! The food is DELICIOUS, we have to order the Branzino, the Crab Cake, & Spicy Rigatoni each time we're here. We haven't had the whole menu yet but we're getting there. The filet is delicious, creative and incredibly flavorful, the ribs are yummy but not very much so just a taste. The pastas are great and the mains are pretty much all delicious. The chicken parm is a favorite and the Salmon is a must. The appetizers are so delicious and we have to have at least one or two when we come here... so far our favorites are the Ricotta, STRACCIATELLA, Neapolitan meatballs, Burrata & Prosciutto. The bar is great and the drinks are solid! Enjoy!

We live in a world of many kale salads and, especially in our coastal enclaves, are blessed with many standouts. Like the Ospi version, they often involve a cheese and a nut, meaning that a rendition has to be extra special to stand out, to warrant a repeat visit. While Ospi's entry in this genre of salad is perfectly decent, it is overall pedestrian, especially in the context of the restaurant's upscale Montecito digs. The dressing was relatively bland and the Parmesan was too scant to make up for the flavor deficit. Being pummeled with almonds also doesn't do the trick. In essence, the salad punched below its weight class and when I take the $20 price tag into account, I'm extra motivated to find alternatives. While the restaurant at large is a charmer, the food doesn't match its aspirational setting and aesthetic. Better alternatives exist at a better price point.

The food was so good! The pasta was amazing the sauce was not too spicy it was perfect the portion size was good very filling. 9/10 . Pizza was not too bad. The fonduta was a little too much for me. 7/10 . Service was great. The waiter was very attentive and helpful constantly passing by checking on us without interrupting our dinner. 10/10. The place was very intimate and cozy. Would recommend for a date night or special occasions .

My hubs and I took out of town guests here as we have had lunch and dinner here many times and have always enjoyed the food, service and ambiance. This time it was a disappointment. Our server was very abrupt, not friendly and made us felt VERY rushed. We had reservations and were seated next to the door where the servers exited with food. The table was a 4 top and you had to wedge yourself in to be able to sit. You were between the chair in back of you and the heater, it was very uncomfortable and we are not large people. This should definitely be a table for 2. Also, it was very noisy as the busser was slamming the dishes against one another while setting the tables so it was hard to carry on a conversation without yelling. The food was good.

Ospi was a dream come true, immaculate vibes. I have a new obsession restaurant. The menu, food, coastal aesthetic and super friendly staff made this place as instant win in my books. Made reservations for brunch and while their patio is cute, I'm more a dining room gal (I need views of the bar and air conditioning). Ospi restaurant is located at The Post and it is the perfect spot for a meal, cocktail, and little hang. Their decor is simply gorgeous inside, well done and chic. The bar as perfect lighting and the touches of gold made the bar pop. The menu here for brunch and afterwards are "chefs kiss perfection" I love that their brunch menu has traditional breakfast pairings, but more me and most importantly, solid mains like pizza - sandwiches - and appetizers. I walked away having highlighted so many dishes that I need to go back to try. Here's what I ordered: 805 cocktail week - Pasta Water Martini. What a dream.....ice cold martini crafted with literal salted pasta water and dashes of olive oil. It's fun, unique, and turned heads. If you like an adventurous cocktail - this one's for you! Margarita Pizza - the thinnest sliced pizza that transports you to Italy, amazing sauce. OMG was this pizza heavenly and one I won't soon forget People that know me know that pizza isn't usually on my radar but when the pizza is made this fabulously, I crave it and will have to come back for their vodka sauce pie. Fried Halibut Sandwich - GET THIS! When you need a break from pasta and pizzas, their sandwiches here are elite. My lightly fried halibut sandwich was phenomenal. Crispy, fresh fish with spicy slaw, pickles, and dresssing - one of the best fish sandwiches I've had in a long time. I opted for their Cesar salad and this was the right call. They dress their Cesar salads extremely well and it was the perfect side dish to cut all of the bread and carbs. I want to acknowledge the staff and team that work here because sevice was outstanding! With reservations we were sat immediately and the meal was extremely well paced. My cocktail came out within 5 minutes and our food very shortly thereafter. Everyone here is super nice and it's got a teamwork feel. Staff were all helping each other and I sat facing their open face kitchen which was super impressive. Everyone is professional yet seem like best friends. Thank you Miss Kian for your fabulous service today!

A Santa Barbara 4, an LA 3. The appetizers that I had here were above average. The Japanese eggplant was made in a way that brought out all of its flavors and the prawns were elevated by their cooking method. My personal favorite was the kale salad and added kanpachi, lightly seared and mixed in as a balanced addition. The pastas, I can see their aim but they miss a little. One was overly salted (raschiatelli) and the other (Cecil e tria) was slightly undercooked, yes, less than al dente. Adding the drinks and the desserts to the equation made it a good enough meal, but eh, I was left wishing for a little more. It may be that the convincing lands on the pizzas, if so, I will update this. Otherwise, it's just another decent spot.

Best red sauce joint in Santa Barbara and Montecito. I could not be happier that an Ospi came here. I've had so many items and my favorite standouts are the spicy prawns, meatballs, kale salad, spicy rigatoni and the chicken parm. You really can't go wrong with any of those options. The price point isn't too absurd for Montecito, so that's always a win.

Day 1 of Ospi opening and I'm not disappointed! I love to see this part of town coming back to life. Ospi is located across from the bird refuge and on the outskirts of Montecito. Finding the restaurant is a little confusing, because the exterior says "The Post", but not to worry as they are working it out with the signage. As soon as you walk into the restaurant, you are welcomed by the beautiful green glass U shaped bar! Stocked with the best liquor and fresh ingredients to prepare your cocktail. I chose the Lusty Martini to start. I don't normally order Martinis, but if it says Passionfruit then I'm ordering it! This drink was perfectly made, tangy and subtly sweet. The ingredients are super fresh! I also tried the Bellezza. Not sure if it's considered a margarita, but it's definitely a refreshing drink with hints of cucumber, lemon, and mint. Loved it! For food, I ordered the spicy rigatoni alla vodka and added two meatballs. Hands down the best spicy rigatoni I've ever had!! The flavor profile is giving a creamy, buttery, spicy taste which is exactly what I wanted. The meatballs are also full of delicious flavors and a must add on. Customer service at the bar was excellent! Thank you Jess & Jacqueline for your service. I can't wait to come back and try more on the menu!

Excellent Ricotta Lemon Pancakes with Raspberry syrup. Cozy atmosphere . Friendly service

I literally downloaded yelp to write this review because the service was so bad. First off, vibes were off from the beginning. Host was not welcoming at all before we even said anything and the waitress didn't even introduce herself to us. We were neglected so bad it felt like the servers coordinated to ignore us. We had to flag down the waiters at least five different times to get a water refill and even then they would only fill up half of the tables glasses, promise to come back, only to leave and never return. Half the restaurant was empty during peak hours and they were servicing all the tables around us with older patrons but they seemed to hate us for no apparent reason other than the fact that we were young. We were respectful the entire time we were there but that same respect was not reciprocated. Secondly, they somehow swapped our credit cards at the end of the meal when we went to pay when we literally put our credit cards on the bill we were paying. Not even to mention, to top it all off the appetizer named "garlic", which was $6 by the way, was just a singular over-salted tiny slice of bread that didn't even have any garlic on it. Didn't even give us any butter or olive oil so we could at least add some flavor besides salt and char. Honestly would've been better off just going to the store and buying myself a loaf of bread and garlic butter. Food was pretty decent but it would've been great if the servers did their jobs and actually treated us like human beings.

Came here last Friday night; I had made reservations a couple of weeks prior so we were seated after a few minutes. FYI the front door is a little hidden to someone new to this location (it faces the roundabout, not the parking lot). Outdoor seating and waiting area (with a fire pit) are nice and cozy. Love the vibes inside as well. The outdoor seating faces the street but since it's in Montecito it's pretty quiet, at least on Friday evening. Service was just okay. Our server was fine, but not amazing. My group and I got the ricotta toast, caesar salad, and calamari for the table to start. The caesar salad oddly came out almost immediately, before the ricotta toast and calamari. The ricotta was super thick and luscious, it was almost like mozzarella. Calamari was nice and crispy and not too salty. Caesar salad was okay. My friend and I split the capione pizza and spicy vodka pasta. The pasta was delicious. The pizza also had great flavors, it was just slightly too thin for our liking (it was almost like the crust was a matzo cracker). BTW--parking is valet only. On Friday evening it was $15.

Great food and service. The manger was also very attentive and the staff. The menu is nice a little limited but really not a big deal. The decor is nice too.

I stopped in here with my nephew, my husband and my two younger kiddos. I was a bit nervous as the place had a fancy Montecito air and we were straight from the beach, dressed rather OC casual. I asked to be seated on the patio and they quickly accommodated us. Our server was sweet and friendly and the food came out quick but not overly so. The kids enjoyed their meals and cleaned their plates. In fact pretty much everyone did. The grilled artichoke and meatball appetizers were the favorites. The only reason I gave 4 stars was the cabbage appetizer was charred nicely but still raw and was difficult cut through let alone to share and the fact that still water that wasn't even chilled was $8.00. I would come again.

We went to Ospi for Sunday brunch. The location seems odd at first but once you park, you see it is located in a cute, quiet shopping courtyard. We had driven by it multiple times on our way through to Santa Barbara, but I am so thankful we made the stop this time. I ordered the Kale and Kanpachi salad and every bite was delicious. The servers and staff were all very friendly and attentive.

My new favorite spot! Its sooo cute & the staff is super nice! The food and cocktails are amazing! The mini cocktail flight is adorable. The kale salad, crispy provolone and cannoli were some of my favorite items. I cant wait to try their brunch or come for dinner because i heard i should try the chicken parm.

Thank youuu for the awesome food for our 8th year! It was worth it. Ambiance was pretty chill. Seats were comfy and servers were attentive.

An absolute pleasure of an experience both outdoor ambience and choices of cuisine. Grilled Artichoke was perfection and their Mandilli pasta lives up to its silky texture. Paired with their savory sausage was the ticket. Emmi was well versed to assist In our choice as we were first Time guests.

Came here for the first time for an early birthday dinner with friends. We sat on the patio and loved the ambiance, we also got pretty pictures during sunset. Drinks were yummy! We only tried two dishes (cauliflower & spicy rigatoni) as we weren't too hungry but both were delicious. Will be back soon to try more.

Worst service I have ever had. IDK how many times I heard., "I'm not your waitress"! There was no one else inside the do I groom, waitress never refilled our drinks never came to check on us. HORRIBLE UNPROFESSIONAL SERVICE !

Overall, I really enjoyed my mail here. I like that the prices are slightly more reasonable than some of the other Italian neighbors. The salad was delicious, and the pizzas were light and tasty and the setting was lovely. Seemed relaxed and not too much of a scene. I will be back.

Delicious fresh handmade pasta with spicy vodka sauce. Happy hour available and select 2 appetizers for only 25 dollars. Enjoy their grilled artichoke and cauliflower. Service is very friendly.

Welcome to Montecito Ospi!!! The food, atmosphere, service, and location are so great. This is the type of place we needed for so long. Everything we ate was delicious! I recommend the spicy rigatoni. The patio is stunning as is the bar! We are going back for our second visit again next week.

Definitely 5 stars and we'll be back. The service was fast and friendly, not pretentious like other restaurants in this area. We got a table for seven on a busy night when other nearby restaurants were fully booked. We were totally surprised. Had a nice glass of wine near the fire pit while waiting for our table to be ready. Started with the toasted provolone cheese, a margarita, pizza, and the garlic bread. Provolone was great along with the vodka sauce It was served with. Pizza was a good size and had a nice crispy thin crust, delicious. The service was friendly and the patio was lovely to sit at. For entrées we had chicken Parm, which was a great portion along with the rigatoni à la vodka added sausage. It was super delicious.

Bummer. Came for lunch and split our meal between the crispy parm and the Godson. We were not blown away or satisfied. The crispy parm is a circular mozzarella stick. We did not care for it. The Godson is their version of an Italian sandwich. It needed something to spice it up like a giardinara or peppercinis. I would have definitely ordered a few more cheese slices. We both wanted a crisp glass of Chardonnay and their wine menu is extremely disappointing. We tried a few types and called it quits. We both said we would try dinner and bring our own wine, but are skipping lunch here. Not our jam.

Amazing food, always delicious, great ambiance and drinks, everyone is really friendly

Opening day! Decor: Wonderful inside (especially the bar) and out. The patio facing the roundabout has plenty of space heaters to stay warm during SB's typical June gloom. Quality dinnerware and furnishings. Food: Kale salad and cauliflower apps were delicious. I'd order both again in a heartbeat. The Margherita pizza was slightly disappointing. The crust was chewy and missing the lightness and oven spring it should possess. Great flavor, just a subpar crust (underproofed? Overproofed? Oven temp not hot enough?). Psst -- take a trip to Bettina and see how they do theirs please. Super Tuscan by the glass was pleasant. Cannoli were tasty, though I've had better in Boston's North End. Service: Service was...serviceable. It's opening night & they're still learning. The dining room manager in the bright magenta blouse was a ray of sunshine. Genuine and enthusiastic & lovely. We'll be back to try more of the menu. The rigatoni at the next table smelled amazing.

Phenomenal food. This is exactly what I expect from an Italian restaurant. Best Italian food I've ever eaten at a restaurant as well, you can tell all ingredients are fresh and that the chef cares about the food. The pasta is made fresh and it's the best pasta I've ever had. I highly recommend this place if you want to experience real food.

Such an awesome experience! They just opened recently and already have it all figured out. The service was great, amazing ambiance outside with nice heaters, and delicious food!! We got the Pepe-roni pizza & chicken Parmesan, both 10/10.

Charming setting. Great service and terrific food. Halibut sandwich had an abundance of fish and a great slaw. Highly recommend OSPI

Excellent dirty martini! Loved all our food but especially the spicy rigatoni. Beautiful bar to sit at for drinks and great happy hour. Will definitely be back!

Lovely spot and really good food. Amy made us feel like we were right at home and Parker took care of us wonderfully. He was there when we needed him yet not intrusive. My favorite dish was the eggplant- simply delicious and so different from the norm. We also enjoyed the steak tartare, prawns and kale salad. Sitting on the patio overlooking the bird refuge and enjoying the warm summer evening was reminiscent of cafe del sol days of long ago. Thank you Ospi for giving Montecito another great option for dining.

Went last night for the first time. Greast Cesar and an amzing Chicken Parm....make sure you get it with the spicy rigatoni on the side..you will be happy I told you so.

Stopped into Ospi Montecito during happy hour and sat at the bar the service was excellent from start to finish. I ordered the mini cocktail flight, the crispy provolone (the sauce with this was so good), and the spicy rigatoni. Everything flavorful and perfectly prepared. Great food, great drinks, great service no complaints at all. I'll definitely be back.

One of the best pizza's in Montecito or Santa Barbara. The sauce, cheese and thin cracker like crust are spot on.

This was place is so so cute! I loved the interior design. For food, I had the meatballs with a side of bread and tried a few bites from my family's dishes. The plates were fine - I wish the meatballs had more sauce to them, but the bread was very good. I also appreciated the portion size as this was plenty for me for dinner. I had a few bites of the salmon plate with veggies, and that was pretty good.

Beautiful setting and easy Sunday vibes. Good brunch lineup. Outdoor seating was breezy and relaxed, with a great breakfast playlist in the background. Shoutout to Amy and Parker, attentive and fun. We had a lot of laughs and felt taken care of. Tried the Italian Countryside Breakfast - the grilled bread had great texture and the tots were extra crunchy!!! Exactly how you hope they'll come out. Just wish the bacon had been crisp. *** Also ordered the Crispy Halibut Sandwich - a favorite. The halibut had a perfect crunch, flaky and fresh inside. Slaw was crisp, and the Dijon mayo had just the right kick. I added a bit of ***honey to the sauce-total game changer!!! Would order this again without hesitation. We sat outside but also love the interior! Definitely planning to come back. Casual, delicious, and great energy all around.

Great ambiance Good menu and attentiveness service Make time to roam around the location The Post, a new quaint, charming marketplace for a stroll

Gorgeous new location! I absolutely love the service and the food here. I highly recommend the vodka pasta, the pizzas and the chicken Parmesan. The dishes are high-quality, seasoned and cooked perfectly and beautifully presented. Prices are fair considering the quality used. Beautiful space with plenty of seating. Wonderful for date night or special occasion, highly recommended!

Exceptional service, food came quickly, & great flavor! Yummy flavors throughout. I would definitely come back for more.

Wow, we were very impressed! We went for our five year anniversary and it did not disappoint! Drinks, service, food, and ambiance were awesome. Hands down best pesto I have ever had. Thank you so much for a lovely evening!

Let's just start with the espresso martini (amazing), chicken parm (even better), and the Caesar salad--also exceptional. Everything here is just amazing. Keep in mind your pasta will be spicy, but it's worth every bite! The service is insane, the staff is incredibly friendly, and sitting outside with the heaters is so comforting. We absolutely love coming here!

Ambiance, food, wine, all on point and very delicious. Wait staff and hostess very professional and friendly, but welcoming. We had the eggplant, caesar salad, slow cooked bone in beef rib and vodka sauce with rigatoni. All I can say is, very delicious and we will be back!

Unfortunately, we had a disappointing experience last night at Ospi Montecito. While the food itself was very good, the service and execution of our celebration left much to be desired. We were a party of six there to celebrate our son's recent engagement. Upon arrival, my daughter explained to the hostess that we were celebrating an engagement. The hostess kindly offered a choice of champagne or dessert with "Congratulations" written on the plate. My daughter requested the dessert and reiterated that it was an engagement celebration. We were seated on the lovely outdoor patio and placed our drink orders. When the drinks arrived, my daughter's Aperol Spritz was completely flat--no carbonation at all. We decided to overlook this and did not bring it to the server's attention. We ordered appetizers, which arrived promptly and were very good. However, after finishing our cocktails and appetizers, we sat for approximately 20 minutes before anyone cleared our plates or took our dinner orders. During this time, our water glasses were empty, and no one offered refills until we flagged down a staff member. The same issue occurred later in the evening--our water glasses sat empty until we again had to ask for service. When our entrees arrived, all were served except for my husband's. None of the staff noticed that one guest had not been served, so we all sat awkwardly without eating for about 10 minutes before asking a server to check on the missing meal. We were told his order had been lost. At that point, the rest of our entrees were cold. My husband's meal finally arrived just as the rest of us were finishing. The most disappointing moment came with dessert. Instead of the promised engagement "Congratulations" plate, we were presented with a dessert bearing a candle while the staff sang "Happy Birthday." It was both awkward and disheartening.