Suggestions for American food near Santa Barbara

Matei P. • August 18, 2015Excellent, American style ice cream! A local institution well worth experiencing. Incredible Flavors!

Offbeat L.A. • March 3, 2018Opened 1957 & is all that's left of nationwide chain that expanded to 1,117 American restaurants by 1979. Opened by Sam Battistone & Newell Bohnett, they combined their names to come up w/ "Sambo".

Sandro S. • August 5, 2011Lunch:"Ahi Club" - On 9 grain wheat bread with BREE (Yes Bree. It goes soo well with the Ahi) dessert: Their cupcakes and eclairs are fabulous but their macaroons are AMAZING! Try one, you'll see.

Visit Santa Barbara • January 15, 2013Don’t let the name fool you. Yes, the wine menu is incredible, but so are the signature cocktails! Make sure to try the Blood Orange Margarita for a refreshing summer sip.

Tony S. • April 11, 2018Great beer selection. Food is pretty damned good too.

Sara J. • September 21, 2014My absolute favorite place in the whole world, Island bowl and the backyard my faves, super healthy and all organic the concept is Amazing

Misschief • October 20, 2013As the self-appointed Queen of Santa Barbara burgers, Intermezzo is the best of all.

Sally • August 15, 2011Gorgeous for a romantic dinner on the terrace or getting cosy by the fire. Great food & cocktails. New weekend lunch which has some great healthy/lighter options. Try the homemade mint ice-cream!

🌺 ش • June 19, 2021Outside during the day and great indoor sone walls, wood burning fire place , fantastic drinks. Bring a good company💕

Social N. • August 12, 2013Expensive but delicious. The Lucky burger is one of the best I've ever had. Be sure to get the skinny onion rings!

jeajea • July 3, 2014Good and hearty breakfast, generous servings, efficient and fast service. Typical american coffee.

goop • August 5, 2014The hotel boasts a world class spa, ocean views, electric bikes (along with picnics on request), and its own cow, Ellie, from which all the cheese served at the hotel is made.

Suzanne G. • July 9, 2014Pretty good salmon dinner

Ramy R. • July 29, 2011Awesome staff, awesome crowd really laid back. Duh tacos were da bomb.

Robert S. • September 2, 2013Hands down the best dinner out in years. Amazing service, great drinks, delicious food. The filet is to die for, chicken pesto goat cheese salad was great, risotto yum. Desserts too! Perfect!

Meredith B. • July 4, 2015Great outdoor seating or indoor bar scene. Food is phenomenal. Get the Brussels sprouts and hazelnut praline ice cream sandwich for dessert. Can't go wrong with everything in between. And make a res!

Kim D. • April 22, 2019Very busy spot right on the beach. Enjoy a great breakfast while your feet are playing in the sand.

Sponge Q. • January 2, 2019Must try the Fried chicken and Waffles ! Love the spicy syrup !

Alex G. • August 8, 2014Salad bar and Mai tai....can't go wrong!

Gordon P. • May 18, 2017Fantastic food, cooked to perfection...juicy, delicious pork chop and side...grilled chicken salad...wow!!! Great staff and prices too 😉

Barbara Q. • April 13, 2014Absolutely AMAZING! Anyone who is in Santa Barbara MUST visit and eat Pao de Queijo, coxinha, and tri-tip, drink maracuja juice! Muito delicioso e o dono é gente boa!

Jason G. • September 20, 2022The menu is perfectly California, the view is perfectly California, the vibe is perfectly friendly! Wonderful way to enjoy a great meal!

Inna L. • October 2, 2013Try butter and garlic oysters and mussels. Also, loved the salad with seared ahi and prawns. All'n'all, wonderful dining experience.