Chelsea & Guilherme
Things To Do
Brophy Bros. Restaurant
Superb clam chowder, fresh fish, oysters, and harbor views. Our favorite in Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Shellfish Company
Tasty, cheap local seafood. Casual atmosphere at the end of the pier (Sterns Wharf).
Flor De Maiz
Xochimoyahuatl is the flower of the milpa and the inspiration of Flor de Maíz origin. It is now how the tribes of pre-Hispanic Mexico venerated corn as the seed of life. Great drinks and traditional coastal Mexican food.
Oku
Asian favorites that inspire and excite such as Wagyu Steak, Japanese Sushi, Chinese Dumplings, Thai Noodles and fresh local seafood.
Jeannine's Restaurant & Bakery
One of our favorite breakfast spots!
Deep Sea Tasting Room
Located on Stearns Wharf with 360 degree views of the Pacific coastline, Channel Islands, Santa Barbara Harbor and the Riviera. A place Guilherme, I, and my brothers like to visit when we are in town.
Mission Street Ice Cream - McConnell's
Delicious ice cream and banana splits. Eureka Lemon & Marionberries and Double Peanut Butter Chip are our favorites!
Handlebar Coffee Roasters
Micro-roasters. Environmentally conscientious and undeniably delicious.
Dune Coffee Roasters
Another great local coffee joint.
Shaker Mill
Lower State Street neighborhood cocktail lounge and eatery inspired by the fusion of the Golden Age of Cuban cocktails.
Funk Zone Patio Restaurant
Fresh. Local. Family-owned since 1973, providing premium custom cut meats that are hormone and antibiotic free and grain-fed with no by products. Fruits and vegetables are locally sourced and seafood caught by Santa Barbara fisherman.
Tyger Tyger Restaurant
Inspired by the bold flavors and exotic spices discovered in street food carts of southeast Asia in a casual counter-service cafe.
East Beach Tacos
A local favorite. Delivery available.
Butterfly Beach & The Biltmore Santa Barbara
Take a stroll down butterfly beach and stop for a cocktail at the charming Four Seasons The Biltmore.
Santa Barbara Harbor
The Santa Barbara Harbor is a lovely spot for a stroll, and you can wander along the breakwater and look for harbor seals.
Stearns Wharf
At the bottom of State Street, in downtown Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf offers breathtaking views of the harbor and beaches, backed by the Santa Ynez Mountains.
Santa Barbara Courthouse
Completed in 1929, after an earthquake destroyed much of the city in 1925, this National (and State) Historic Landmark is one of the architectural jewels of the city. This downtown building occupies a full city block and is an example of Spanish-Colonial Revival style.
Mission Santa Barbara
Called the "Queen of the Missions" for its graceful beauty and picturesque setting, Mission Santa Barbara is the city's most iconic landmark, and its style has strongly influenced the architecture of the city. This is the only California mission to remain with the Franciscans since its founding in 1786.
State Street and Paseo Nuevo
Santa Barbara is a haven for shoppers, and the epicenter of all the action is State Street downtown. Here, you'll find Spanish-style Paseo Nuevo, a picturesque outdoor shopping mall punctuated by potted palms and fountains.
El Paseo
Small Spanish village in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara steeped in Spanish Colonial Revival style, this evocative complex of shops, restaurants, and galleries was built around the historic Casa de la Guerra adobe in 1920.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Encompassing more than 30 acres, Santa Barbara Zoo boasts a beautiful setting on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Its large, open spaces and lush gardens of palms and native plants impart the feel of a botanical garden, making it a lovely place to stroll around.
Lotusland
In the upscale enclave of Montecito, Lotusland has been called one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. Call ahead to book a reservation.