Restaurants near Louise Lowry Davis Recreation Center

12 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Opal Restaurant & Bar restaurant

1. Opal Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1742)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 22 times today

We have inside and limited outdoor sidewalk dining. If you prefer to sit outside, please indicate that with your reservation request. To accommodate our second seating, early parties should plan for a maximum stay of 1.5 to 2hrs, depending on party size. Please call 805 966 9676 for more details. A popular local’s favorite, opal restaurant & bar’s Eclectic California Cuisine fuses creative world cuisine influences with American Regional touches, from a 14 oz. Herb-Grilled Ribeye Steak on Tuscan White Beans, to Fresh Pan-Seared Fish & Seafood, Homemade Pastas, Gourmet Pizzas, fresh Baked Breads, imaginative Salads, & Homemade Desserts. We have a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, & a full bar with seasonal Craft Cocktails. Our entire dining room staff assists to take care of each table, enabling exceptional service in a warm engaging manner, properly nuanced to your mood & taste. Our staff genuinely cares about giving you the best possible experience!

A photo of Bouchon - Santa Barbara restaurant

2. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

4.8

Exceptional(5417)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 23 times today

We are delighted to have added additional outdoor seating but Santa Barbara nights are chilly so bring a sweater or light jacket!Fresh, local ingredients, prepared with care. Excellent wines that reflect the quality and character of our region and work in concert with the cuisine. Warm, inviting ambiance, service at a relaxed, leisurely pace. Santa Barbara ‘Wine Country Cuisine’ means we source our ingredients using an ‘as-fresh-and-as-local-as-possible’ approach, with fish from the Santa Barbara Channel and produce from the surrounding countryside. We then take into account how these flavors can be presented in concert with our local wines. We believe you’ll taste the difference. Bon Appètit!

A photo of Olio e Limone Ristorante restaurant

3. Olio e Limone Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(2536)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 15 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.

4. Secret Bao

4.8

Exceptional(660)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Santa Barbara

Booked 28 times today

Modern Asian American Restaurant from Chefs Peter Lee & Felicia Medina. "Consider the bao. Chinese in origin, it’s most easily described as a steamed bun filled with something savory. Yet, like the American concept of a sandwich, the bao exploded into a flexible format of untold bounds — served at any meal, filled with you-name-it, completely closed or wide open, with endless regional variants from across Asia and far beyond." - Matt Kettmann (SB Independent)1 Block From State Street, Easy Parking, Public Lot Nearby, Free 75 Minute Parking, Walking Distance, El Pueblo Viejo Landmark District, Superior Court, Spanish Colonial Revival Courthouse, Santa Barbara Museum Of Art, Courthouse Gardens, Bell Tower, Bao, Food, Restaurant, Asian, American, New, Modern, Fried, Chicken, Octopus, Vegan, Vegetarian, Paelo, Friendly, Dog Friendly, Outdoor Patio, Heaters, Warm, Inviting, Hospitable, Modern Design

5. Corazon Comedor

4.7

Exceptional(179)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Santa Barbara

Booked 13 times today

Corazon Comedor emerged from the longing of nostalgic food from the streets, markets, and homes of Mexico. We look forward to bringing this experience in each dish.

A photo of Ca' Dario Ristorante restaurant

6. Ca' Dario Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(1793)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 15 times today

"Anything grilled is divine, and the rest of the menu is delectable at this charming Italian restaurant in Santa Barbara known for its excellent execution of simple pasta, meats and other classics. A fantastic wine list with many available by the glass; its a local favorite, so reservations are a must."

7. Olio Pizzeria

4.5

Awesome(1481)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Santa Barbara

Booked 17 times today

Olio Pizzeria is an upscale-casual pizzeria with salumi bar/wine bar/full bar which was inspired by the myriad neighborhood pizzerie and enoteche found around the corner from just about every piazza in Italy. This idea began to take shape before Alberto and Elaine Morello even opened Olio e Limone Ristorante, their fine dining Italian restaurant next door. Wine bars serving boutique salumi and formaggi are ubiquitous in Italy, as is a regionalism which the Morellos are excited to share with you. Sicily is an emerging powerhouse, and touches of Sicilian food and wine delight their guests. You’ll also find exciting tastes from Campania and other emerging regions on their menus, wine and beer lists. Takeout available. Buon appetito!

A photo of Louie's California Bistro restaurant

8. Louie's California Bistro

3.9

Excellent(729)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Barbara

Booked 2 times today

Intimate and exclusive due to it's limited seating, Louie’s California Bistro has long been touted as one of Santa Barbara's favorite local secrets. Unconcerned with flashy food trends, the focus at Louie's has always been to take local ingredients and make them shine, often through classic style cooking and recipes. Add in Central Coast wines and a table on the historic wrap around veranda and you have the makings for a truly enjoyable dining experience. Louie's resides within a local landmark: The Upham Hotel. The Upham, built in 1871, is California's longest continuously operating hotel and is one of Santa Barbara's oldest buildings, having survived the earthquake of 1925.

9. Barbareño

4.8

Exceptional(1874)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 16 times today

At Barbareño we seek to help further shape and define Central Coast cuisine. We take our inspiration from traditions and specialties of our area, delicacies unique to our region, and the many outstanding purveyors with whom we are so fortunate to work. In all of our efforts, we hope to capture the essence of a particular place or local flavor, embracing the nuances that make our food and drink unique to our home.

10. Finch & Fork

4.6

Exceptional(1755)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Barbara

Booked 25 times today

Here at Finch & Fork, we are inspired by the bounty of Santa Barbara's lush farms and rugged coastline. Our attitude is relentlessly local, influenced by the diverse culinary techniques of our neighbors, the subdued, natural colors of our fog-swept cliffs, and the glow of afternoon sunlight on our grapevines. Begin your day with a nourishing brunch or savor an evening of eclectic wines, ingredient-driven cooking, and good company. Finch & Fork is conveniently located on the corner of Carrillo and Chapala streets in the heart of Santa Barbara’s vibrant downtown. Complimentary valet parking for diners upon availability.

Dining near Louise Lowry Davis Recreation Center at a glance

Updated on 11/28/2024

Bouchon - Santa Barbara

4.8

View restaurant

Discover local gems

Exceptional reviews

Search top-rated restaurants

Italian

Search Italian restaurants

Average check amount

$31 to $50

Search in this price range

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

P
Pamelavip
Denver / Colorado •37 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Do not Miss Olio e Limone! It is truly a neighborhood gem! The food is consistently delicious, prepared with fresh ingredients, and the service impeccable! The ambiance is cozy with a casual elegance.
More info
Olio e Limone RistorantePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
•
4.8
C
Carol
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Delicious food was brought by an excellent waiter very attentive
More info
Bouchon - Santa BarbaraPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Barbara
•
4.8
S
Stefani
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a wonderful experience. Excellent food with friendly (and not stuffy) service. Loved it.
More info
Opal Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Barbara
•
4.8
D
Davidvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent across all categories and good vibe in the space.
More info
Secret BaoPrice: Expensive• Asian• Santa Barbara
•
4.8
C
Carol
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great place for a casual meal in a cosy indoor space. We visited on a Friday night at 6 and the place was full. Fortunately we had booked a table and were promptly seated. We shared the olive trio to nibble on while we waited and enjoyed a rosso di Montalcino. We then shared a generous chopped salad and a special pizza offering, the Wueen Margarita. Food and wine were delicious, the atmosphere was convivial, and the service was excellent.
More info
Olio PizzeriaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Santa Barbara
•
4.5

Restaurants near Louise Lowry Davis Recreation Center

Price

Cuisine

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Award-winning

Accessibility

12 restaurants available nearby

1. Opal Restaurant & Bar

2. Bouchon - Santa Barbara

3. Olio e Limone Ristorante

4. Secret Bao

5. Corazon Comedor

6. Ca' Dario Ristorante

7. Olio Pizzeria

8. Louie's California Bistro

9. Barbareño

10. Finch & Fork

Dining near Louise Lowry Davis Recreation Center at a glance

Bouchon - Santa Barbara

Italian

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable