I travel around the world empowering minds in schools and corporate spaces--and having a great time doing it. I was invited to Montecito County as a keynote speaker, where I also led several workshops and an all-day retreat. When you're doing that kind of work, sleep (and great food!) is paramount. The organizers put me up in a wonderful hotel, and just a few feet away I discovered this adorable bakery. What a gift. Let's talk food--because WOW. I ordered a breakfast burrito with crispy bacon that was absolutely delicious. I treated my daughter to a breakfast sandwich, and she wisely added avocado and crispy bacon (excellent life choice). And I cannot forget the croissant--flaky, buttery, and so good it deserved its own moment. One day I had the hashbrowns, the next day the potatoes--both were outstanding. Comfort food done right. Despite the place being busy, the service was impeccable. Yvette and Jorie were not only kind and welcoming, but incredibly patient, serving everyone with genuine smiles and care. What truly impressed me was returning the next morning before my flight back to San Francisco--and Yvette remembered my name. That speaks volumes about the caliber of people who work here. It's rare, and it matters. I look forward to being hired again in Montecito County--and when I am, I already know exactly where I'll be eating. And hey... maybe you want to hire me sometime too. Highly recommend. read more

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Cute stop on the way to Santa Barbara and much easier to access than the one there. All the staff we interacted with was super friendly and engaging. Their bathroom is outside in the plaza but easy to use. Food was ok, good but not fantastic for the price. We ordered an American breakfast with potatoes and biscuit. I really loved the multi colored potatoes and peppers! Eggs were French scrambled and perfect but the biscuit was pretty disappointing, very dry. My Arnold palmer had fresh tea and very tart lemonade. My partner's coffee came in a large mug but was just ok. My side of avocado was fresh but the strawberries in my side of fruit, not so much. read more

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This food was reaaaal tasty! The food was nice and clean tasting- not super greasy like diner-style food can sometimes be. I really appreciated the Bonne Maman jam on the table. The chilaquiles were great- though could have used a little more kick of heat-- but that's just my preference! Still a fantastic bite. Cozy interior and very kind staff! This was a lovely brunch we shared in Santa Barbara. read more

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Absolutely love this gem! For years I've been enjoying some of the best food, perfect ambiance & great service! This weekend I celebrated my daughter's birthday at Jeannine's & once again I left with a happy heart! From the kind lady who took my order to Max continuing to check on us and ensuring we didn't need anything! Max was friendly and attentive to detail which helped make our visit even more enjoyable! The bbq chicken salad was one of the best I've ever had along w the cornbread muffin that came with it! The berry French toast w eggs was delicious too! It's the cutest place with beautiful decor & umbrellas which make it picture perfect! Looking forward to my next visit to Jeannine's at my favorite location ...Montecito! read more

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Bopped into Jeannine's for a quick coffee and matcha and stayed for a great breakfast! The breakfast burrito was the perfect savory start to the day and the yogurt and granola was great-- I'm a sucker for homemade granola. But the result star of the show is the banana French toast (pretty much bananas foster) and it's practically a dessert! So fluffy and sweet. Food came out really quickly. unfortunately it was a rainy day otherwise there is lots of outdoor seating. The inside is super cute though! read more

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We LOVE Jeannine's! Their pastries are delicious and the outdoor patio is lovely. Every time we're in Montecito, we stop by for our two favorites -- the LEMON SQUARE and the MILLIONAIRE'S SHORTBREAD. They are both absolutely divine! Someone also mentioned that their scones are amazing, so we will try them next time we're in. Oh, and the workers are always so helpful and friendly. I popped in a little after 2pm the other day (not realizing that they had just closed), and one of the workers graciously boxed me up a couple pastries to-go. She even went downstairs to get them out of the fridge. So kind! We will be back again soon! read more

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Pricey sandwich for what you get. It didn't have much meat and had too much poblano peppers in the sandwich. Served with a small amount of basic refried beans with a tiny amount of cheese on top and a few tortilla chips. For 20 dollars, I was disappointed. Service was okay and ambiance was nice with outdoor seating. read more

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Could you believe that in my four years of living in Santa Barbara, I had never been to Jeannine's? Went for the first time this weekend while visiting with friends. I had the poblano tri-tip melt which is a new menu item! Delicious! The apples in this sandwich were inventive, had a pickle vibe to them that cut through the other more muted flavors of the sandwich. I wish they served it with chips that were made in-house. Next time, I will be getting something sweet, my friend's lemon poppy pancakes were so good! Service is quick and there is more seating than there may appear to be read more

Jeannine's Bakery & Restaurant - Bakeries Near Me - Montecito, California

My friends and I were wanting to try out Jeannine's after seeing quite a few recommendations/good reviews on social media. We were originally going to head to the Santa Barbara location but were happy to find another location in Montecito as that aligned with our plans to explore the area. The restaurant is super cute with mostly outdoor seating I believe (although the SB one did seem to have more seating both in and outdoors). We placed an order at the counter and sat outside. Although they have heaters placed outside, they don't produce a lot of heat (at least the one we sat next to), so it was a bit chilly and perhaps a better idea to sit inside during the cold months. As for food, I ordered the Norwegian Benedict with a side of bacon and a mango banana pineapple smoothie. Everything tasted quite good! The Norwegian benedict had a lot of different ingredients including cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, onions, cucumber, etc., and tasted really fresh and delicious together especially when adding a bit of bacon as well. I will say ordering the side of bacon was a bit steep ($5 for 3 pieces), so probably wouldn't get that again. I enjoyed the mango smoothie - you could really taste each fruit especially the pineapple and I appreciated that it didn't taste too sweet or seem to have artificial sweeteners (at least it didn't taste like it). My sister ordered the Chilaquiles, which I've never had before but thought they were really flavorful. Overall, the food was pretty tasty and would love to try some of their sweet breakfast items if I ever had the opportunity to come back. read more

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My sister and I came here for Breakfast on Memorial Day on our way to Santa Barbara. It's a cute bakery and restaurant. We both got the burrito and I also got a latte. You stand in line to order and then cross your fingers that a table is available after you stood in line to order. Tables indoors are really limited to just a few and outside there are about 7-8 small tables. They do not like you to save a table. Our burritos came with a mixed melody of potatoes: golden potatoes, sweet potato and purple sweet potatoes. They were good! The burritos were a scrambled egg with pieces of bacon and cheese served with a fire roasted salsa. The latte was nice but I am used to a flavored syrup so I would have preferred if they offer a vanilla latte. read more

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Headed to Los Angeles and we came to YELP for a nearby restaurant with a great breakfast. Jeannine's is the place! As you stand in line to place your order, you are face to face with dozens of fresh pastries and each and every one of them looks delicious. After placing our order we were handed a number and we sat outside on the patio. Heaters and pink and white striped umbrellas gave the perfect vibe for our Sunday brunch. Will was so kind and helpful, he was prompt with getting us water, taking away dirty dishes and bringing us a to go box. His attitude was so pleasant and friendly. We ordered the American Breakfast, a side of two eggs , side of bacon and the banana French toast. All were fantastic, arrived within minutes and it was more than we needed, but we would definitely order it all again. Parking was easy on the street and there is plenty, but it can get crowded and you may need to walk a bit. We highly recommend Jeannine's in Montecito if you are in the area or passing through as it's right off the 101 freeway. There are plenty of shops and other fun boutique places in the village. Enjoy! read more

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If coffee spots were likened to a BFF, Jeannine's is mine in Montecito. I always make it and issue to plan a required stop whenever I travel north. Over the years it's grown, and with it come the crowds, but with all that busyness the staff still delivers great food and consistently excellent coffee. Overall, the space is still accommodating and welcoming to meet large crowds. I didn't dine in on this trip but had take out, and of course -- a magical mocha. Thank you! read more

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This brunch spot is absolutely adorable! The aesthetic is so cute and thoughtfully designed--it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy a slow morning. The coffee was delicious and perfectly crafted, and the food was just as impressive. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The bakery items were especially amazing--freshly made, beautifully presented, and full of rich, delicious flavor. Such a charming little gem that I can't wait to visit again! Very friendly staff & attentive. read more

Extreme tourist trap. Service was great but the food is extremely basic and overpriced. Breakfast burrito ratio is 80% egg. Everything tastes like you can make it better at home. If you're looking for mid diner quality food, it's exactly that. read more

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OMG, this place is absolutely adorable. Jeannine's Bakery is a storybook-perfect brunch spot tucked along one of the most charming streets in Montecito, California. The pastries are delectable, the brunch dishes are delicious, and the service is outstanding. The servers are attentive and truly make sure you're taken care of. I literally drive two hours just to brunch here on the weekends, that's how much I love it. Easily one of my favorite brunch spots ever. A must-do when you're in Montecito! read more

This place is not closed, not sure why yelp is saying that, just went. Had a pumpkin spice latte that was divine. Service was extra friendly and sweet. I told them less sugar and the latte was perfect!! I have dreams about it. No artificial flavor just the perfect fall flavor. Then I got a ham and cheese croissant and a maple scone. They packed it up nicely for me to take on the go. Wish I could have stayed and sat outside under one of their chic pink umbrellas read more

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So incredibly good and simple. Perfects that homemade and cozy vibe. Seating is a bit crowded inside but they have many seats outside. They delivered our food very quick. It was really delicious! You can pick out eggs, protein, and bread which I think is really good to have that choice. A lot of places try to go over with their scrambled eggs by making them runny or vise-versa too hard and not appetizing . But these eggs were cooked perfectly. The hashbrows to be honest weren't that good but overall very delicious!!! We also ordered drinks: cappuccino, strawberry mint lemonade, and a iced caramel latte. All three were very good! I had a raspberry danish as well and it was not that good, just plain in my opinion. I really recommend this place overall!! read more

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Our first time here and it was really great! Inside is clean, neat and modern. It's a order-at-the-front-and-sit-where-you-like kinda joint. The tri tip eggs benedict was perfect. The bread was super soft. I love the dragonfruit in the side of fruit. And the coffee was drip but they warmed the milk for me. Everyone was lovely too. read more

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Loved the Jeannine's at the shore in Santa Barbara, so decided to stop by this location in Montecito as well. This location is smaller than the SB one, thus offering less merch and goodies inside. However they have beautiful full size cakes for sale, which I don't recall being offered in the SB (unless it was on the other side of the restaurant which I didn't get to sit at). Most of the tables available for you to eat at are located outdoors. I like that they ask you for your party size while you wait in line and then they assign you a table and tell you what table number you are at. This definitely reduced my anxiety about where to sit once I placed my order at the counter. We were seated at a high top by the entrance, which was not the best location. We had the water station behind us so people were constantly coming by and refilling water. People in line had their dogs off leash so the dogs kept wandering around our table. Patrons would stand by our table and chat and catch up which was fine, but they would put their arms on our chairs to lean against, which felt like an invasion of our space. My friend ordered the chicken salad sandwich previously and was so impressed that she ordered it again. I had the chicken salad salad with a side of soup. Everything was great! Service was kind and food came out fairly quickly. Portions were generous and I loved the little wheat free corn bread muffin that came with my salad. I wish I came a bit earlier so I could pick up a few pastries as well. Not much left by the time we arrived, so I'll have to come earlier next time! read more

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I've spent a lot of time in Montecito in the 15 years since my last Jeannine's review. Coast Village Road has changed plenty during that period, but Jeannine's is more or less the same, a local institution serving breakfast, lunch, and pastries, seven days a week. Unfortunately, it is no longer especially possible to get a quick, relaxing meal here on the weekends. I don't know if it was Harry and Meghan or what, but everyone loves Montecito these days, and Jeannine's appears to be feeding every soul who sets foot in this tiny neighborhood. If you want to eat here, or even take out during weekend brunch hours, arrive early or plan ahead. You can order for pick-up online and it's significantly faster than waiting in person. The people are friendly and reasonably accommodating, but there's only so much they can do. The food is great, and it travels well. My husband and kids get the pastries, but I've become partial to the sandwiches. The turkey berry is excellent, with roasted turkey breast, housemade cranberry chutney, lettuce, balsamic, tomato, dijon, mayo, and Swiss cheese. I also like both the chicken pesto and the chicken pecan salad. The pesto comes with marinated chicken breast, housemade pesto, lettuce, balsamic, tomato, mayo, and provolone; the chicken salad with chicken breast, pecans, golden raisins, leeks, green onions, shallots, thym, and lemon. The sandwiches include a side of chips or coleslaw, and I enjoy the light, crunchy slaw. On the breakfast side, Jeannine's does a solid salmon bagel plate, with smoked salmon, cream cheese, tomato, red onion, and capers, with choice of plain or everything bagel. If you want the full Montecito experience, it does seem like Jeannine's has become a popular part of that package. Consider a pick-up order or embrace the hour-long wait for brunch. read more

Food was fantastic! A little pricey but worth it! Views of the ocean are good. Service was exceptional!

Had a wonderful breakfast sitting across from the beach in Santa Barbara. Food was as expected along with my cortado. Would definitely go back there and in the one in montecito as well read more

Great ambiance, solid service, delicious food! I love their salads, particularly their tuna salad, but my other favorites are their omelettes, scrambles, French toast and mimosa bucket! Great brunch place both In Montecito and across from the ocean on Cabrillo! Enjoy! read more

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We love coming here for brunch. However, the outdoor seating in the parking lot has been removed, so we only had the option to dine inside this morning. I do NOT recommend!!! It was extremely uncomfortable as a non-stop flow of workers and customers walked by our table as we were eating. My son's meal arrived about 8-10 minutes before mine did and would've been longer if the server hadn't stopped by to ask how everything was and I told her I still hadn't received my food. We had shared an espresso chocolate chip scone that was absolutely delicious! My son ordered the lemon poppyseed pancakes with scrambled eggs, sausage, and a Havana latte. He loved his! I ordered the classic eggs Benedict with potatoes. Such a tasty hollandaise, with a bright orange yolk egg, and thick slice of Canadian bacon. The potatoes are a mix of sweet potatoes, purple, and yellow potatoes. Absolutely delicious! I love the tableware, so cute! Servers are friendly and helpful. If we had different seating, it would have been spectacular! read more

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So many options! Food options for everyone. Service is consistent the coffee is hot and strong. Raspberry scones never miss and the Benedict's are done perfectly. The pink umbrellas add to the fun. read more

Parking is a little tight on the weekends, but not impossible. Order at the counter and then find a table. They do have bubbles if you're interested. All the servers are super friendly. I had the turkey and cranberry sandwich- so delicious. The mango ice tea is perfect pair! Everything is pink!! read more

Decided to drive to Santa Monica for the day and stumbled upon this on Yelp and decided to give it a try and it did not disappoint. There was a huge line outside the restaurant. You order at the counter and find a place to sit. The tables turn really fast so there shouldn't be an issue finding a table. Everyone is super friendly and food comes out fairly quick. We got two baked goods, Apple crumble scone and a lemon bar, both were delicious. For breakfast we got their weekend special, the chicken enchilada which had great flavor. We also got the lemon poppy pancake and English muffin sandwich. Lemon poppy pancake was nice and soft, subtle lemon flavor but wished it had more poppy. The English muffin sandwich was good, a little small for the price but all in all very good. The iced matcha latte was a nice start to the day as well. Would love to come back and try their other items. read more

I came in here on my wedding day to have breakfast with some friends and breakfast was great, but the real star of the show was this cake immediately I was drawn to it because I'm obsessed with raspberries and I had a feeling this cake was going to be 10 out of 10 and it delivered I've never eaten here I didn't even plan on having a cake because we were having a little courthouse wedding we ended up taking it to lunch and enjoying it after it was the perfect size and it was so good every single person who tried the cake which was 10 of us enjoyed the cake!! I will definitely be back. I must have this cake for my birthday so thank you for making my day that much better read more

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Delicious Food , relaxing ambiance, service was so amazing , fair prices 10/10 I will come back everytime I can read more

Once again Jeannine's has exceeded our expectations. The menu is so extensive that I had to let two people go in front of me in line because I couldn't decide. (I felt much better when I saw other customers have trouble deciding also) We decided on a Breakfast Quesadilla and Huevos Rancheros. We could have almost split one entree. The Huevos Rancheros looked and tasted amazing, with sliced avocado and refried beans on the side. I could not finish my breakfast quesadilla because it was so big and filling. The guacamole and chipotle cream were delicious on top. But my absolute favorite was the Hash Browns. They serve a square of hash browns that is super crispy on the outside and creamy potato goodness on the inside. They were the best hash browns I have ever had. Perfection. I was not expecting to be so Gaga over the hash browns! It looks like they make a big baking sheet of hash browns and cut out a square. The orange juice tastes fresh squeezed. My husband said his cappuccino was great. There are so many other bakery goodies in the case. We bought a couple things to take home, but I want to go back and try the cookies and cakes. We have loved Jeanines in the past and today insured that we will return soon. read more

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Our family stopped here on the way back from vacation in Santa Ynez. First impression was it may be too snooty given the entitled culture that surrounds the area. The food was really good and the service was appreciated. The only improvement is the need for better organization when it comes to table assignments during busy hours and the retail stuff for sale in the middle of dining area causing less space for guests. read more

We loved the kale salad so much that we come here at least twice a week. But we are very disappointed with the new kale salad. It was leafy green and healthy. Now it's dark, saggy with dates or some sort of cherry almost tastes like prune. We lost one of our fav lunch choices in town. So sad! read more

We had a poor experience with Jeannine's waiting staff. Our significant others were at the front of the line ordering our food, so two of us walked out to grab a table. Shortly after, we watched one of the waiting staff point us out to another staff member. That staff member promptly walked over and booted us from the table. We felt like we were singled out, because other parties didn't get the same service when they sat without a number. The four of us proceeded to stand out front of the restaurant while many other tables were turned over / opened up. A very awkward and uncomfortable experience. We decided to take our food to go and eat elsewhere. We will probably consider other restaurants before returning to this one. EDIT: Adding an update after eating my breakfast burrito. It was underwhelming, soggy, etc. Potatoes were a bit bland. Chad's breakfast burrito was fabulous (a restaurant we ate at a day prior). Quicker turnover on tables too. Unfortunately, we continued to talk about Jeannine's poor service well after we left the establishment. If policing tables is actually their policy, they should do it the right way and not pick and choose who sits (and who doesn't). read more

The food was great, especially the sausage! The service was excellent , when my daughter wanted jelly they brought it out quickly. My daughters loved the pink umbrellas! We were able to take are dog on the outside patio to. Eating on the patio was very peaceful. read more

Worth checking out! Small town feel with a big city flavor. Staff was helpful and attentive. The food was hardy and packed with seasoning. Exactly what you're looking for on a Sunday morning after church or a Saturday brunch with the squad. read more

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This place is so cute! And the food is really good. I got the banana brioche french toast and it slapped. Was on a sugar rush all day from it. The matcha was alright, a bit weak imo. Make sure to get a scone to go! Perfect spot to sit outside for a Sunday brunch - you might even spot a celeb! read more

Jeannine's Bakery & Restaurant - Bakeries Near Me - Montecito, California

Scones are soooo good!! Tried the chocolate chip and raspberry scones. We loved both. Good coffee too. Very cute little outside patio.

Best eggs Benedict I've had in years. Dorchester quality! Lovely country atmosphere obviously family run! Loved Jeannine's! read more

Parking: a bit of a challenge on the main street Atmosphere: a very cozy cottage feel. It's not very big, so securing a table might be tricky in peak hours. Service: I don't say it lightly, but Jeannine's probably has the best service staff I've seen in a while. It can get pretty hectic in peak weekend hours, but they all have upbeat and helpful attitudes. Anywhere else, and I can see people losing their patience. Food/drink: very good brunch Overall, it's no wonder this place is so busy. I'd swing by again if I'm ever in the area. It's much less stressful if you don't go at peak hours. read more

This place is delicious. Food is always on point. The lemon poppy ricotta pancakes are heaven. Service is great! read more

Jeannine's Bakery & Restaurant - Bakeries Near Me - Montecito, California