Yum! We came on Indian night and it was fantastic, the food and the service. I got the cauliflower…read morecurry which came with a side of rice and homemade naan. They have a great wine selection as well. Others should definitely come here!

I sat down outside, and it has been 7 minutes, yet no one has asked me if I need a menu…read more 10min... We shall wait and see how much longer it takes before I get noticed. Other patrons were asked if they needed anything.. twice. Finally, I flagged down the waitress for a menu and was guided inside to order my food. I opted for the anniversary special: potatoes, corn, shrimp, and a sweet wine. The owner was a little taken aback when he received a notification about my low-star review. I expressed that it was me, and to help him understand better, I explained the reason why. What was very unprofessional was that he verbalized this to the table next to me, revealing exactly what had happened and who had rated his establishment with low stars. Food 3/5 Music 5/5 Cleaningness 5/5 Customer Service 3/5 (May some improvement/ $7 tip for the Hostess,who finally attended me :) Sofie As I read the response from the owner I'm baffled..so from 3 stars to 1 stars . To say I used profanity, for what reason ?, however I did give a tip .Sir you have a bad temper. I didn't check in with anyone because no one was there and when I asked for a menu, 10 minutes later I was told the Menu for food was Inside. This is when you greeted me with a smile did you not forget. It's ok my review will stay and no I didn't just come to review, I wanted to yelp an eatery and I chose your establishment, I spent well over $40. Your passive aggressiveness shows.

Protect Ian at all costs! From what or whom, I have no idea lol--but what an absolute treasure this…read moreexperience was! Meeting Ian and spending the evening with him and the other wonderful folk around us was an unforgettable experience. From his stories of adventures around the world to his vast knowledge of food / wine, every conversation was captivating and fun. He is charismatic, funny, and has a way of making every guest feel seen. He takes time to get to know each and every customer. Ian does all the cooking, booking and prep himself. His entire team consists of just two people--a husband & wife kitchen maintenance team who have been with him for the past 13 years. Every dish tells a story. It's was far more than just a meal--it's an experience I'll always remember!

It was a very hot day in Paso Robles. We had reservations…read morefor lunch at the 12:00 PM sitting. It's a small venue only room for 16 around a curved bar. We walked in to a freshly poured glass of Cold Champagne and a Glass of cold Marsanne wine. Our first course of cold purée squash soup, really hit the spot on a hot day. 2nd course chilled curry shrimp paired beautifully with the 4 more Champagne as With the next course (see picture) also cold, mozzarella cheese, with a spicy tomato sauce and sun dried with an olive oil dressing. The flight of 6 (100 point) Bordeaux wines came next with a filet of beef with lentils and freshly made olive bread. The last course cake was lemon curd and fresh raspberries. All the food was amazing. Ian's commentary on the wines was outstanding as well as the food and wine pairing. We all clapped at the end for a truly memorable experience.

A warning: don't come here…read more If you come here, your expectations for any future plate of expertly and carefully prepared crudo will be extinguished forever in the aftermath--the afterlife--of a crudo so delicate, so beautifully presented that few plates could compare. There was life before this crudo plate, and there is life afterward. Burrata? You haven't *tasted* burrata. A plump burrata seeming to bloom amongst hefty slices of speck resting on a bed of some of the sweetest peaches I've ever eaten, grains of oil-kissed mustard seed divinely adorning its crown. I'm light-headed writing this. My queendom for burrata of this caliber. Now, the service. Exquisite, warm, intelligent. Lindsey (Lindsay? Please tell me how to spell thy name!) was incredible. From the moment we walked in, to the moment we left, we felt genuinely welcomed and cared for throughout our dining experience. I was merely passing through on my way back home to Claremont from Monterey (on a research trip; you didn't ask, dear reader, but this context is essential as research takes its toll on one's nervous system and sometimes only a glass of wine and delightful aperitivos will do to calm thyself) and decided to stop here on a whim. Don't come here, lest you find some excuse to drive 2.5 hours out of your way from the Inland Empire to Santa Barbara to taste not only these delights again, but to feel welcomed so wholesomely into a space where it is clear (from service to food prep) that the art of the aperitivo is not lost, not shallowly puppeteered for an unknowing diner, but ALIVE, and vibrantly so. Thank you to everyone there for one of the best dining experiences of my life. I will be back. Don't come. Turn away. Do not embrace the internal shifting of one's sense of self. Like Stephen King warns his Constant Reader at the end of The Dark Tower: "Should you go on, you will surely be disappointed, perhaps even heartbroken...Endings are heartless. Ending is just another word for goodbye. Would you still? Very well, then, come. (Do you hear me sigh?) Here is the Dark Tower, at the end of End-World. See it, I beg. See it very well. Here is the Dark Tower at sunset." Here, at Aperitivo, is a materialized sunset that you can taste in every bite. Like many, I read beyond Stephen King's warning to see the truth of what lay at the culmination of his most famous series. I want the truth, however painful it may be. If you are strong enough to embrace a shift in what a truly special dining experience *can* be, then come, at your own peril. Oh, and they have txakoli. Long days and pleasant nights, dear reader.

Not the first and definitely not the last we'll be here. Stumbled upon Aperitivo a few years ago,…read moreand it was some of the best and most authentic Italian food I'd ever had (even before knowing what real Italian food tasted like). Now that I've come back from Italy, I have a greater appreciation for Aperitivo and what it stands for. Definitely fell in love with the concept of aperitivo in Italy, and this restaurant really embodies that concept. Sat down and got myself a Negroni. It was pretty damn good and close to what a real negroni would taste like if it had Campari. Was pleasantly surprised that they gave us snacks on the side (in true spirit of aperitivo) and then proceeded to crush some crudo and mortadella sandwich. Afterwards, ended the night off with delicious affogato. Really brought me back to my time in Italy. The menu is always fresh and seasonal, so there's always something new to look forward to. Will definitely be back.

Another excellent time , and meal, at Junction. Shared tapas. Don't miss the stuffed piquillos ,…read morechop salad, waygu. Order your basque cheesecake first so it has time to settle at room temp - delicious. Also thatcher Syrah is "wine lovers" kiss. So many more things to try.....Paella! Brunch on the weekend , next up ? Chilaquiles..... PS I don't care for garlic so I skipped it, but my compadres loved the shrimp dish. This is the place to chill. Warm relaxing environment (love the bar chairs) with good acoustics for chatting. Also, easy parking!

Tasty food, delicious sangria and friendly service. I stopped by for a quick bite and tapas were…read moreperfect because I was not too hungry. The red sangria was perfectly refreshing for a summer afternoon. The shrimp appetizer and salad were good too but the churros truly made me happy. The churros are small and crispy and are served with warm dark chocolate. The combination was perfect.

Food was plated so beautifully and the flavors were so authentic !…read more we had dinner at the bar area the bartenders we're awesome making us fill welcome and comfortable watching them make they're signature drinks from scratch and maid with love it's all in the little details the entire restaurant is definitely a vibe! From the music to the decorations everyone in there was in their own energy I'd say it's a must try!

We came here for breakfast with my parents and my husband, and every single dish was amazing!…read more I ordered the Flauta manana, and they were hands down my favorite. They were stuffed with chorizo, potatoes, and eggs, then fried to perfection so they were crispy without being greasy. The salsa on the side paired perfectly with them, and I even dipped them in the consommé from my mom's meal, which took them to another level! My husband ordered the A Huevo Que Sí and it was packed with flavor. The birria was incredibly tender, and the combination with the eggs and sauce was absolutely delicious. My mom isn't usually a breakfast person, so she ordered the quesabirria tacos, and they did not disappoint! The tacos were cheesy, flavorful, and the consommé was rich and perfectly seasoned. I definitely stole a few dips for my flautas! My dad had the Huevos Rancheros, and they were also excellent. Everything tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and every plate looked just as good as it tasted. The service was friendly, the food came out hot, and you can tell they put a lot of care into every dish. The photos speak for themselves, everything was fresh, colorful, and absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!

The restaurant is in an old house. It is very cozy and has a great vibe. The service was good…read morealthough there were a few hiccups like asking us if we wanted to desert before we received our main course or clearing all of our plates and then bringing our main course and asking us if we wanted plates. That aside our server was very nice and very helpful and those were really minor issues, especially since the food was so good . I felt the food was outstanding. We had the mushrooms, potatoes, pork meatballs, and the chicken dinner. Everything was cooked perfectly and very flavorful. I really enjoyed this food and can't wait to come back.

This is a very small restaurant located in a former residence. You are treated like guests. Not…read morepatrons. It is dog friendly. My dog Louas was treated like a prince. The staff is very knowledgeable of the food which is mostly organic. I had a Habit, Cabernet Franc, Coquelicot Vineyard 2024 which was like drinking candy. It was smooth and luxurious. Most of the wines are local de Paso Robles or the Santa Barbara area. Be sure and ask for Delphine. Ahe is an absolute expert on the menu and the wine list. She is also very sweet. My meal was excellent except for the roasted chicken which was tough. I was so disappointed because I wanted to love it. The presentation was beautiful. And the bread and salad was amazing. But the star of the show was dry. This restaurant deserves its rating. It's amazing. But it seems like the actual food itself is slipping.

Could not be more pet friendly. :) Food and drinks were amazing, great atmosphere, and the service…read moreis fantastic. Considering the quality of the food, prices aren't too bad either.

I love Rumfish! Went in late July (whoops, late review) and was very happy with the food and…read moreservice. They have great virgin mocktails and the wait staff was very friendly and doted on us all night. I got my favorite, their ceviche, and as always it was delish! I also just love the vibe in here, whether you're in their beautiful outdoor patio (reserve a table if you want to be there!) or inside.

Service here is great, they did not have the bone marrow and steak tartare. I think it's because…read morethey had too many people over the weekend. The Independent magazine article on this restaurant so I think it drew a crowd. When they asked us if we wanted indoor or outdoor, the indoor was too toasty for us so we opted for the outdoor seating. I came here because I wanted their Tomahawk Tuesday. I guess you can say it's a fancier version of Taco Tuesday or better spin-off...just costlier than tacos. The Pull-A-Part rolls are not that bad. It reminded me of a Hawaiian bun with the everything bagel seasoning on top and they provided some butter that had a little bit of a herbal taste. The short rib croquettes were very tiny and the short rib was dry. But I like how the corn was fresh and had a nice snap and the sauce had a nice Chipotle flavor. The tuna tostadas were very tiny for the amount that they cost. The tuna was flavored but still had a slight fishiness. I would not order it again because it's so tiny for the price. I did like the Fresno chilies on them tho. The smoke mac and cheese was pretty good. I did like the chewy texture, but it was not super smokey. The smoked gouda and parmesan was a good flavor combo. The green beans were crunchy and the toasted almonds gave it a little bit of nuttiness. The wife felt like it should have had some garlic flavor. And for the star of the show, the tomahawk was cooked a little unevenly. But I do appreciate them cooking the meat near the bone and accommodating us for wanting less salt on the steak. This is the only places we've been to that has actually cooked the meat on the tomahawk so you can actually eat the meat off of the bone. They do offer some chimichurri and some other creamy sauce. But I really like the chimichurri. The knife they provide to cut the meat is actually fun to cut with. I used the big knife over the steak knife (on the cutting board). In terms of flavor, I still prefer the Willows tomahawk, but this place is closer and the tomahawk is cheaper. I did appreciate them adding the cooked cherry tomatoes and green onions. It added a nice color to the steak and also good flavor. Our waitress Jennifer was nice and personable and also gave us some caramel popcorn on the house, which she informed us they make in house. The caramel popcorn reminded me of cracker jacks with no nuts. I would come back, but mainly for their tomahawk Tuesdays.

This is a tale of two parts... Firstly, the food was wonderful! But pretty much everything else…read morewas a disaster! We arrived for a booking at 6:15. There were three people behind the bar, but none of them took any notice of us. We finally approached the bartender and told him we had a reservation, expecting him to take some action or find a member of staff to help us. All he did was slap two menus on the bar top and say, well, what do you want?! Not a good beginning! Finally, after asking a second and third time, one of the other people came out from the bar area and talked to us. It was horribly hot in the restaurant. Seems their air conditioning had been broken for over a week and no one was going to fix it for at least another week. Clearly, they have no concern for their customers. It was unfortunate that it was the hottest day in Santa Barbara for over 30 years! So we were left with no option other than to sit outside, right on State Street. We thought we were coming to a lovely restaurant dining experience, but instead we had a constant stream of traffic, hot-rods, motorcycles and traffic while we ate. Not the ambiance we wanted at all for a special birthday meal. All of that aside, the food was wonderful! So it is a sad story indeed that the management couldn't take care of their customers so we would want to return. I'm guessing this iteration of the restaurant for The Hotel California will go the same way as its predecessors... closed! But if you try it, the beet salad was lovely! The fish and chips were fresh and the fries were fantastic! Lovely and hot as they hit our table - very nice indeed. And we were served a surprise birthday dessert of 'Baked Alaska'. It was quite simple amazing! Highly recommend this!! If you do go to The Knock I hope they get their act together - it would be a shame to not give this place a chance... but they do have to get better for me to go back.

If you are thinking of hosting your wedding reception here or hosting any other event, DO IT!!! My…read morehusband and I got married at the Santa Barbara Courthouse in June and hosted our 70 person reception at State & Fig. We began communicating with Serina to begin the planning process in November of 2025 and even stopped by the restaurant to check out the venue during breakfast (the breakfast burritos and fig burger are delicious!). From the beginning, my husband and I could tell that Serina and Patrick are passionate about their work and want to ensure their clients have the best experience and day possible. Serina and Patrick made themselves available throughout the planning process to answer any questions that we had. They are great personable people and we are beyond happy we worked with them for one of the biggest days of our lives. We went with the braised short ribs and olive chicken for our main entrees as well as a chocolate raspberry cake (baked by Serina) for our wedding cake. Almost two months later, my husband and I have guests telling us how great the staff were and how delicious the food and cake were at our reception! It truly was the best day ever and we continuously talk about how we wish we could relive that day again! Thank you Serina, Patrick, and staff for your dedication and making our day so memorable for us and our guests!

Reached out to set up a brunch for my bachelorette weekend and was immediately helped online. Their…read morecustomer service is exemplary! When our group arrived we were met by a smiling server and our very own private table with personalized menus! Loved this little unexpected detail. I ordered the braised short-rib Benedict and it will be a breakfast I think about for a long time! The meat was braised perfectly and it was incorporated deliciously with the caramelized onions. My poached egg was velvety and the pesto hollandaise was *chefs kiss*! Finished with the peppery arugula and delicious muffin. The best way to start the day! Everyone was son impressed with their meal. Absolutely delicious.

These guys were very nice and responded right away over text when I had questions!…read more I had the shrimp & grits and the seafood gumbo. The flavor of the food was packed with delicious herbs and spices. Truly a supernova of delicious authentic soul taste. If it were just that, it'd be an easy 5 stars; however, onto the negatives: 1. The shrimp & grits were pretty skimpy on the grits (altho tons of shrimp and delicious sausage in the seafood gumbo. HIGHLY recommend that one) 2. The prices are a bit high, in the $20-$40 range. However, I understand that delivery companies do take a big portion 3. The grubhub page said "not currently accepting orders" while the Uber eats one was accepting them. I asked the owner over text and she said she'd try to fix the grubhub website (I wanted to use grubhub over Uber eats cuz I had a $5 off grubhub coupon). It still wasn't fixed after 15-30 mins so we just gave up and ordered on Uber Eats since we were hungry. Would've been nice to know how long it might take to get it fixed; I was assuming it'd be a quick setting change Note that these guys are delivery/pickup only via Uber Eats or Grubhub and you have to just wait and show up at their house when it's ready. Didn't have to wait long after the estimated finish time to see the sous chef walk out and hand me the order. +1 for great instructions on where to meet them

Very rude and annoying "chef" is constantly yelling into a megaphone, and disturbing the already…read moreloud area. + food is mid at best. Don't go here.