We're so excited to share a few of our favorite Santa Barbra & Montecito eats and activities! We recommend staying in Santa Barbra, but Montecito is just a 10 min drive away.
Jeannine's Restaurant & Bakery
1 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Great breakfast and lunch spot. The Santa Barbra location is across the street from the beach. There is a Montecito location as well.
Scarlett Begonia
21 West Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Also great breakfast and lunch.
Alessia Patisserie & Cafe
134 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Great breakfast and lunch options and amazing pastries.
Hook & Press Donuts
15 East Figueroa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Mother Dough Bagels
604 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Bagels with the works! They sell out fast.
Dune Coffee Roasters
528 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Coffee spot in Santa Barbra
Tamar
121 East Yanonali Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Mediterranean fast-casual lunch. Shwarma and falafel sandwiches and plates.
Third Window Brewing
406 East Haley Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Alec's go to for burgers (& Jessie's go to for veggie burgers)
The Win-dow
701 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Alec's #1 smash burger spot in all of CA.
Bettina
1014 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Great Italian spot (reservations suggested as wait times can get long). Alec loves their hot honey pepperoni. Make sure to grab ice cream at Rori's next door!
The Funk Zone
137 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Enjoy the breweries, wineries, and shops around the iconic SB Funk Zone
Butterfly Beach
Montecito, CA 93108
Spend some time at the beautiful Butterfly Beach in Montecito
Montecito Hot Springs Hike
1202-1298 East Mountain Drive, Montecito, CA 93108
*There is a separate trail that takes you to the Montecito Cold Springs (different address). We love both!
Condor Express Whale Watching
301 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 805-882-0088
Kayak & Standup Paddleboard Rentals & Tours
117 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, 805-617-3425
Jet Ski Rentals
301 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, (805) 963-3564