Santa Barbara County Restaurants

Situated in the heart of Santa Barbara’s downtown scene, Holdren’s provides diners classically prepared steaks as well as seafood with a distinctively Californian flair. The patio offers views of this resort town’s palm-lined streets and upscale shops, while indoors the brick walls and leather booths bestow a charm akin to the traditional steakhouses of Chicago or New York. Though in business a mere four years, Holdren’s boasts the oldest bar in Santa Barbara, so it comes as no surprise that the martini list contains an array of unique specials and the extensive wine list is suitably matched to the hearty …

Lucky’s approach to fine cuisine—to offer simple food prepared from scratch—is ideally suited to their steakhouse fare. Midwestern USDA Prime beef dominates the menu, with cuts including Filet Mignon, Porterhouse, and New York, while select seafood and other meats are also featured. Vegetables and sides offer simple accompaniments, with Lucky’s home fries standing out as a favorite. The vast windows and old studio head shots of Hollywood stars on the walls gives the dining room a classy and sophisticated atmosphere, which sees many a devoted fan returning for Chef James Sly’s simple but expertly prepared cuisine.

Smokin' Jack's KC Barbecue is where locals go to satisfy their cravings for heavy-duty Kansas City-style barbecue. Smoke is a major part of the flavor of this Midwestern technique, and at Smokin' Jack's, hand-cut meat and house made sausages are cooked extra slowly using secret homemade rubs and sauces. Enjoy Smokin Jack's finger-licking good food in a lively atmosphere, complete with live blues as a backdrop.