Best Romantic Restaurants in Montecito

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucky's

4.8

Exceptional(2881)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Montecito

Booked 14 times today

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.We do not accept bar table reservations online, please call the restaurant.For larger parties, please call or email the restaurant directly.

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2. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

4.8

Exceptional(2623)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Barbara

Booked 19 times today

The Stonehouse, located in a beautiful 19th-century citrus packing house, offers an unparalleled dining experience. Guests can unwind in a relaxing lounge with full bar service or enjoy the ambiance of the separate dining room, complete with a crackling fireplace and world-class views. Chef Matthew Johnson creates evocative regional cuisine, utilizing fresh herbs and vegetables from the Ranch’s organic chef’s garden. The Stonehouse boasts the only Grand Award-winning wine program in Central California, ensuring an unparalleled selection of wines to complement your meal. For a unique twist, visit the restaurant's speakeasy for before or after dinner drinks, where you can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, nostalgic setting.

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3. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(5495)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 25 times today

Toma Restaurant and Bar a waterfront bistro, located along Santa Barbara's picturesque Cabrillo Blvd. Experience Santa Barbara waterfront's most romantic restaurant. Savor exquisite Italian and Mediterranean inspired dishes from Santa Barbara's seasonal bounty, supporting our local fisherman, farmers, foragers and food artisans. Pour over local and Italian wines along with a full bar of handcrafted cocktails and spirits. Enjoy warm and attentive service while dining window side with a view of the enchanting Santa Barbara harbor.

4. Stella Mare's

4.8

Exceptional(2313)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Barbara

Booked 18 times today

French country bistro...Between Montecito and Santa Barbara, Stella Mare's Bistro is located in a historic Victorian home overlooking the Bird Refuge. French country cuisine rules the menu, with dishes like coq au vin, cassoulet, and moules frites. Sip seasonal cocktails amid cozy décor -- all the right ingredients for a great dining experience. Bon appétit!When requesting the greenhouse please note that is considered indoor dining.

5. San Ysidro Ranch

5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montecito

Booked 2 times today

For over a century, San Ysidro Ranch has been a haven for those seeking tranquility amidst the captivating landscapes of Santa Barbara. This historic hideaway effortlessly weaves together natural beauty, romantic heritage, and classic luxury, welcoming discerning travelers to experience a retreat like no other. In the heart of this timeless escape, experience indulgence through Afternoon Tea, where an enticing array of tea sandwiches, seasonal scones, and house-made pastries promise to elevate your senses. As the day transitions to night, immerse yourself in a clandestine world within our speakeasy, where crafted cocktails and an intimate ambiance transport you to a bygone era. San Ysidro Ranch invites you to become part of its storied history, where the past meets the present in an atmosphere of natural beauty, culinary delights, and timeless moments.

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6. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

4.8

Exceptional(5438)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 31 times today

Bouchon in Santa Barbara is a romantic restaurant that's perfect for an intimate evening. With its warm and inviting ambiance, excellent wines, and fresh, local ingredients, it creates a cozy, romantic vibe that reviewers have praised. The restaurant's French influence and beautiful Santa Barbara location add to its charm. One reviewer mentioned the restaurant's attention to special occasions, like anniversaries, which makes it a perfect choice for a romantic dinner.

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7. The Black Sheep SB Brasserie

4.8

Exceptional(712)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Santa Barbara

Booked 8 times today

A locally owned and operated, modern-classic California-French Pub. We serve elevated, eclectic, locally sourced Cuisine paired with incredible wines and craft beer. We are NOW OPEN for SUNDAY BRUNCH 10am-1:30pm. Located in Old Town Santa Barbara on 18 East Cota Street, the building boasts a rich history of French restaurants and saloons dating back over a century. We are open for Dinner Wed-Sun from 5PM. We are known for our incredible family style tasting menu’s where multiple dishes are presented to your table for each course.

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8. The Harbor Restaurant

3.6

Very Good(29)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Barbara

Booked 16 times today

International Coastal Cuisine with Local Ingredients. Located on Santa Barbara's famous Stearns Wharf, the Harbor Restaurant is a 12,850-square-foot establishment on two floors that can seat 500 guests. Valet parking is available during dinner service. The restaurant features upstairs casual dining with an outdoor ocean view patio while the downstairs features a proper bar with craft cocktails, an exceptional dining room with international dishes featuring local ingredients, and two private event spaces including an 80+ person room and a private dining room for 20 guests.

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9. Intermezzo By Wine Cask

4.7

Exceptional(1783)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 4 times today

Intermezzo by Wine Cask New Menu by Executive Chef Mossin SugichModern American cuisine with a Mediterranean twist

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10. Olio e Limone Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(2544)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 35 times today

Olio e Limone Ristorante, located in downtown Santa Barbara's ARTS District, serves artisanal Italian cuisine. Meaning “oil and lemon” in Italian, their restaurant’s name reflects husband-wife team Alberto and Elaine Morello’s philosophy: rely on the integrity of the ingredients and quality of the preparation to provide Santa Barbara diners “simply sophisticated” Italian cuisine served in an inviting atmosphere with European hospitality. Start with eggplant souffle, then tuck into a plate of house made duck ravioli or Sicilian spaghetti with bottarga. And be sure to take home a bottle of their own olio, an organic extra-virgin olive oil made from Sicilian olive varieties. Bonus: their contemporary Italian breakfast, lunch & retail spot Olio Bottega, and authentic pizzeria next door at Olio Pizzeria. Private dining in the Cucina Room for up to 40 guests.

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David
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined today
I had concerns due to reading a few reviews stating the food was overstated and some waiters could be rude, but that wasn’t our experience. The ambience, as most reviews share, was magical. I expected that, but wow, the food was incredible! The steak was literally the best I’ve ever had. They provided gluten free rolls that were also the best I’ve ever had. And the service was impeccable. One of my best dining experiences to date and thankfully so since it was our 20th wedding anniversary. 10/10!
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Stonehouse at San Ysidro RanchPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Barbara
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4.8
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Kim
West Palm Beach •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service from the hostess to the bus person. Very low key, quiet, with delicious food and wine. My sister and I stayed at the Beachside Inn next door so this was a lovely way to end a day I’d sightseeing. We recommend the swordfish (special), seafood pasta, all of the salads, and the chocolate torte for dessert. Fantastic wine list.
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Toma Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
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4.8
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Sharon
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I love Stella Mare's...have been going there for more than 20 years...and I'm very sad that it is closing on January 1st. The old French country house ambiance is so enjoyable, and the food is wonderful. I truly hope they will find a suitable new location in Santa Barbara and reopen soon. It's especially troubling that the building will become a Mexican restaurant. I love Mexican food, but it's not as if we don't already have more Mexican restaurants than a town the size of Santa Barbara could possibly need! Farewell, Stella...hope to see you again soon.
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Stella Mare'sPrice: Expensive• French• Santa Barbara
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4.8
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LorenVIP
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The most phenomenal meal and filet we’ve ever had. 10/10 for special occasion dinner.
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Lucky'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Montecito
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4.8

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucky's

2. Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

3. Toma Restaurant & Bar

4. Stella Mare's

5. San Ysidro Ranch

6. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

7. The Black Sheep SB Brasserie

8. The Harbor Restaurant

9. Intermezzo By Wine Cask

10. Olio e Limone Ristorante

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