Lilac Montecito

Lilac Montecito reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Orchid Rose

   Seattle4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 21 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Great Food. Service was lackluster. The price was steep but expected in the area.
   

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   Brett VIP

   Phoenix6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 21 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Easter dinner was our first at Lilac and it was fantastic. My wife is celiac and loved every dish. Food was incredible, no discernible difference with it being gluten-free. Amazing culinary experience, hats off to the chef and owners. We will definitely make this our regular spot in SB/Montecito. Wonderful staff and atmosphere. Highly recommend Lilac!
   

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   Julie VIP

   Los Angeles19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 20 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   I had the best quiche (vegetable) I have ever had! The custard was creamy and flavorful, with perfect buttery crust. It came with a fresh side salad, to complement the meal. I also enjoyed a Guava Mimosa, which made the the meal extra special. Service was attentive and friendly. I highly recommend Lilac Montecito!
   

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   Billi VIP

   Minneapolis23 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 19 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What a perfect date night! The service was just outstanding. Beautiful atmosphere, amazing food and if you don’t try one of the desserts, you are missing out! We can’t wait to return.
   

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   Sheri

   Central Coast4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 11 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food, excellent service in lovely atmosphere. What more do you need?
   

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   Bud

   Tampa63 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 10 April 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Surprisingly delicious filet mignon. Calamari was slightly overdone. Service was excellent and the prices very reasonable given the location.
   

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   John VIP

   New York City7 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 7 April 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Dinner was decent but everything fell apart at the end of the meal. As our table was being cleared by the busboy , he knocked over our bottle of wine and I would say at least a quarter of the bottle spilled out. Accidents happen but the response was terrible 1. Initially I was offered a half glass of wine by the busboy as compensation! Really insulting 2. Our server took his time to get to the table and did not apologize. I asked him if he heard what happened and he said yes. Then proceeded to offer a full glass of wine as compensation. Again terrible response 3. The most egregious thing though was that my section of the tablecloth was soaked. They never removed the table cloth and I had to sit back so I wouldn’t get my clothes wet. I would have considered a cup of coffee but there was no way I was sitting at a completely soaked table any longer. At that point I couldn’t wait to leave. Poor response all around and would not go back
   

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   Mark

   Los Angeles7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 5 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a positive experience. The food is great. The service lovely. Thanks so much
   

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   Leslie VIP

   Central Coast32 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Both of us ordered the Branzino which was delicious. Their preparation was one of my favorites. Will definitely come back.
   

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    Scott

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great gluten free menu. Service was exceotional, Manny took very good care of us. My wife had the lasagna and cleaned her plate. Chocolate Decadence cake was a little dry, good thing we had ice cream. Overall excellent and so nice to have a full menu of gluten free choices.
    

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