Santa Barbara County Restaurants

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at Society Café inside the Encore, where modern chic décor meets classic American style cuisine. Begin the day bright and early with the Continental Breakfast special or enjoy the choice Organic Eggs with various preparations and several quality Griddle selections. Or, stop by in the afternoon for lunch with friends, and choose from various hand-crafted Salad Entrees like the Lime & Cilantro Lump Crab as well as an offering of six different sandwiches, build-your-own burgers, and three different slider options. Dinner is also featured nightly with unique sides such as Maine Lobster Fried Rice or …

Just minutes east of the Las Vegas Strip, Kelly’s Prime Steak & Seafood offers a classic steakhouse setting where diners can enjoy world class American cuisine. An outpost of the more notorious Long Beach success, Kelly’s now occupies a 12,000 square foot dining space with close proximity to both major convention centers . Open for lunch during the week and dinner every night until midnight, Kelly’s is the perfect place for a romantic date night or a lively gathering of family and friends. The restaurant can accommodate private parties in several different banquet rooms with budget friendly options, which is …

Upscale sushi dining and LIVE JAZZ 6 nights a week! At Maxan Jazz, we understand that a great night out is encapsulated by the entire experience from start to finish. In addition to our outstanding, live jazz performances, featuring some of the BEST jazz musicians and singers in Las Vegas, we endeavor to provide a truly extraordinary dining experience. Our executive sushi chefs (both former Nobu chefs) have designed our menu to be built on seasonal properties, utilizing only the freshest, most delicious ingredients available. Our atmosphere is upscale and innovative, and each dish is designed to ensure an authentic …

Internationally acclaimed Chef Alain Ducasse opened his first Las Vegas venture, Mix, in grand style in 2004, delivering not just a restaurant but an entire experience. Situated on the 64th floor of the Delano hotel (Mandalay Bay), Mix offers unparalleled views that extend from the Strip to the mountainous horizon. A dazzling white monochrome dining room punctuated with vibrant red accents provides a clean backdrop for the 15,000-piece "Champagne bubble" chandelier to make its mesmerizing impression. The highly seasonal kitchen constructs dishes that meld international ingredients with an incomparable French flair. Those interested in toasting to their evening with a …

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville evokes the island flavor and laid-back fun of its namesake. This whimsical multi-level restaurant offers a variety of lively dining environments for sampling signature margaritas and feasting on tropically-inspired fare like Caribbean Jerk Chicken and Coconut Shrimp. Decorated with palm tree murals, a life size sea plane, and “docked boat” seating, the expansive main dining room transports diners to exotic vacation spots, while an upstairs patio offers a cabana-style bar and dining areas with views of the Strip. A group event at this dining paradise promises to be a retreat from the everyday, a blissful reminder of …

At Tableau, Chef Mark LoRusso offers inspired French-American cuisine. The featured bar/lounge area, which is a small rotunda-style dining room with picture windows, is a delightful place to relax and enjoy appetizer favorites like Dungeness crab and Kobe tartare. The intimate and plush dining room accommodates guests in a semi-private atrium setting with poolside views.

This restaurant operated by Mimmo Inc. dba Mimmo Ferraro's Restaurant has filed Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and will be closed indefinitely.

Benihana at the Las Vegas Hilton serves Japanese cuisine with style. Open daily for dinner only, Benihana creatively prepares a variety of entrees in front of guests’ eyes on expansive hibachi grills. With steak, seafood, and poultry options, each served with soup, salad, shrimp appetizers, vegetables, and dipping sauces, any appetite will be pleased. For those interested in the raw side of Japanese cuisine, Benihana offers a selection of sushi, from the classic California roll to the eclectic Dragon roll. To complete the dining experience, sides such as Vegetable Tempura and Calamari Sauté are available to enhance each meal. Private …

The Las Vegas location of Dick’s Last Resort, located in the Excalibur Hotel & Casino, is famous for being one of the rowdiest restaurants around due to its staff that is purposely insensitive to their guests. The menu at Dick’s offers great barbecue and American cuisine, drawing influence from that of Texas. On the menu, customers can expect to find a wide and practiced selection of barbecued meats, seafood, and Dick’s signature Buckets O’Grub. The messy menu items at Dick’s Last Resort mirror the laidback and crazy atmosphere of the restaurant that boasts entertainment for all.

Located within the Green Valley Ranch Resort and Spa, Hank’s Fine Steaks offers a modern, sophisticated setting where patrons may indulge in a premium variety of different American favorites. Begin with one of seven different ocean-oriented appetizers or choose from several soup and salad selections before moving on to an assortment of satisfying entrees. With an emphasis on fine cuts of steak, Hank’s procures beef from Niman Ranch and Greater Omaha to provide nine different cuts. With both on the bone and off the bone selections, aged prime rib, and cuts for two like the 35 day dry aged, Niman …

Located on the eleventh floor of the Paris Las Vegas' Eiffel Tower replica, the restaurant boasts a remarkable view of the Las Vegas Strip and the fountain show at the Bellagio. The glass elevator is the pathway to a romantic spot that is destined to create a love affair with the city of Las Vegas with its panoramic views of the city. The creative and dramatic menu updated by world-renowned Chef J. Joho brings light to conventional French cuisine as he provides his unique interpretation of menu items that represent the merging of originality with tradition.

The Top of the World is located in the Stratosphere Casino, offering a one-of-a-kind bird’s eye view of Las Vegas. Perched 844 feet above the city, Top of the World literally revolves in place, rotating a full 360 degrees every 80 minutes. And while the spectacular sights are enough to get guests in the door, the restaurant’s inspired menu of re-imagined classics keeps the dining room full. Executive Chef Jeff Giffen oversees menus constructed around fresh seafood, prime-cut steaks, and decadent specialties. With tasting menu options and private dining accommodations, Top of the World serves up a generous helping of …

Modern Italian Cuisine never tasted so good. Located on the 51st floor of the Palms Fantasy Tower, NOVE Italiano offers a luxurious menu of Italian fare that is rivaled only by its setting. Amid swank, playful décor and stunning views, guests feast on essential Italian dishes such as Crudo, Papardelle Bolognese, and Osso Bucco Milanese with Saffron Risotto. NOVE Italiano dishes are luscious and full of flavor, and are coupled by outstanding service and a stellar wine list.

Zeffirino focuses on the finest Italian fare from exotic seafood to meat dishes cooked to perfection. A culinary treat awaits all who dine at Zeffirino. The decor is rich and sophisticated, elegant with gothic undertones. An impressive special feature is the handcrafted bar which was imported from Italy that stands more than 40 feet high. Exquisite wine cases and furniture-Venetian style- along with lush, flowing, purple velvet tapestries create a feel for the romantic.

Imagine being able to set foot in an Irish pub without having to leave the country. At Nine Fine Irishmen, you can do just that, as the bar was built in Ireland, disassembled, and reassembled in the heart of Vegas. Whether you're stopping in for a pint of stout, lingering over a glass of Irish Whiskey, or in for a full meal of traditional Irish fare, Nine Fine Irishmen offers an authentic pub atmosphere. With menu items such as Bangers & Mash, Shepherd's Pie, and Irish Stew, you'll feel as if you're in the heart of Dublin.

The Border Grill offers the bold flavors and foods of Mexico in a unique, waterfront setting. Chefs and Owners Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger opened the restaurant in 1999, on the heels of the success of their Santa Monica and Los Angeles locations. Whether you choose to sit indoors or on the outdoor patio, you are sure to enjoy authentic Mexican fare in a fun, airy, and casual setting.

Nestled in the middle of the Mandalay Bay Resort is one of the most sensory-driven dining experiences along the famed Las Vegas Strip. The House of Blues, which was created by Isaac Tigrett, draws you in through its big iron doors with the smell of tantalizing Southern cuisine. As the host escorts you to your table, music memorabilia and folk art surrounds you, the smell of incense relaxes your spirit, and the smooth sounds of rhythm and blues prepares you for dishes such as Pan Seared Voodoo Shrimp or "Fall off the Bone" Baby Back Ribs.