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Montecito Cafe
1295 Coast Village Rd, Montecito
Phone: (805) 969-3392
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Reviews by the General Public
FIRST CLASS DINING, 5/23/2009
Reviewer: Charles Hall
from Boise, Idaho
Having discovered this unique eatery some 30 years ago I never fail to patronize it on trips to SB.The ambience and quality of food are,dollar for dollar,without parallel as far as I am concerned. The seating and attitude are conducive to a pleasant meal and the quality of the food is never less than excellent.
A special word of praise is in order for the service staff whose professional and pleasing manner is unusual in this day and age.
There are more expensive and"trendy" places in S.B.but none capture the mood and quality of old Santa Barbara so perfectly!
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Good food, but shaky service, 4/18/2009
Reviewer: chee
from Santa Barbara, CA
I made reservations for dinner, and I probably should have specified that I would like to have had a table by the windows. Me and my friends were seated toward the back, and I felt like it was a little muggy inside and that we needed more ventilation. We were informed that the kitchen ran out of swordfish and ciabatta, so we had to make due with what they had on hand. The alternatives to those ingredients (i.e., ahi tuna and homemade buns) were nice choices. The kitchen forgot that my friend did not want onions in her salad (but readily apologized for it later), but they did remember that I wanted basil instead of cilantro in my entree. I got the chicken, which was a tad on the dry side, but the potato croquettes and cream sauce made up for that. The table bread was warm, crusty, yet soft at the same time. I can't wait to try the coconut cake--I took it "to go." It would have been sweet if we were given the cake as a complimentary gift for the missteps during the night, but beggars can't be choosers!
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The Best Luxury Restaurant in Santa Barbara, 4/7/2009
Reviewer: George
from Santa Barbara, CA
For years and generations of my Santa Barbara family, I have always turned to Montecito Cafe for a luxurious restaurant. The service is tops. I have nothing to complain about at all because the cafe covers every base for a hungry family. My son always takes his date to the cafe because the portions are perfect, the view is stunning, and the price is definitely worth it for the quality of food I am getting. This is not criticism, but they always run out of a particular entree once I'm there. Its strange, but with the diversity of food to choose from, I have a wide selection of other entrees to choose from. I always meet my business colleagues and have a great time. The best dessert is tied between the coconut cake and creme brulee. My favorite is the chicken pasta with dried tomatoes. They load the pasta with huge, succulent pieces of chicken breast. It is always a pleasure to be there on that special occasion. Thank you so much for making me so happy and satisfied!
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Montecito Cafe is a Jewel, 2/15/2009
Reviewer: Joseph Ko
from Goleta, CA
Simplicity, mixed with elegance, combined with stellar service was just the right combination to make our lunch memorable. The food was "eye closing get lost in it" type of good. Finish it with a fresh slice of coconut cake, and for a moment... everything in the world is okay.
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Great night
Reviewer: mitch
from SLO
My girlfriend and I love eating here. The food is always awesome. The service is awesome the valet parking is awesome. To some it up...... AWESOME.
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Best food in SB!!
Reviewer: Marley
from Santa Barbara, CA
The Montecito Cafe has been our favorite restaurant in Santa Barbara for years and years. It's become the gold standard by which we judge other restaurants. The food is outstanding, service is friendly and attentive (but doesn't hover), and we are still pleasantly surprised every time by the reasonable prices. The staff is also great with our preschooler and baby in tow. The only problem is that others have discovered the Cafe secret and it gets busy!
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Santa Barbara's Hidden Jem
Reviewer: Gayle
from Santa Barbara, CA
My husband and I have loved the Montecito Cafe for years. The prices are more reasonable than anything in town and the food and service have never been anything but impeccable. We have also discovered how fantastic the little bar is. They have recently updated their menu to include great appetisers and a many wonderful dinner items as well. At our most recent visit I overheard another customer describe the Montecito Cafe as "Value, value, value!" We couldn't have said it better ourselves!
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Overblown Ratings! Very Slow Service
Reviewer: Mike
from Santa Barbara, CA
We went there yesterday for lunch - - and with no tables available we were talked into sitting at the bar in the back.. DON'T DO IT! We waited 40 minutes for our food - - and it was just: Pasta with clams, shrimp, and scallops; Shrimp salad; and a Chicken sandwich with mushrooms and cheese... Since we were sitting over the counter where the cooks were operating, it was obvious they were understaffed but still moving along at a very comfortable vacation pace... and the food was not worth the wait! Nothing great at all.. The waitress was nice and only did what she could do. Will not come back. Not worth it..
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ultimate top value in santa barbara
Reviewer: michael mcmahan
from santa barbara,ca.
a very upscale cafe. the tables are well spaced,no crowding.an extremely well trained staff.wonderful food with many choices. i try to dine here at least twice a month.this is a restuarant of unequaled value.
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