Lito's Take Out

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Plate-sized ground beef taco (before it was folded and consumed).

Michael S.

Big portions. That's the first thing that comes to mind after our visit to Lito's Take Out. And even though Take Out is in their name, they have a nice dining room indoors and provide table service once you ordered at the counter. We had a ground beef taco, carne asada taco, and bean, cheese, rice, and chicken burrito. Besides being big, they were very tasty. The prices were very reasonable and the table service included a bowl of chips and delicious salsa. By all means, this place is definitely worth a visit. Apparently Guy Fieri visited with his DD&D show!

Kelli D.

Came here as our last stop for breakfast to end our trip and put ourselves in a food coma. I didn't get to try a bite of the burritos my friends ordered, but they were huge and look how beautiful that cross section is!! Green chilaquiles- 10/10 wow plenty of sour cream and guac to share. Chips were crunchy and thick, freshly fried. Rice and beans not too oily/fatty big portion, very generous. Most customers buy burritos to go, there is some seating inside, just let workers know if you're ordering to go or if you want to be seated and eat.

Hannah C.

Two breakfast burritos... egg and sausage was very light on the sausage and only came with egg and sausage, just a heads up. All that is in the burritos is what is in the name. Not a lot of flavor. The salsas were great, definitely where the flavor is and the only thing that made an impression. There is no restroom, but there is parking behind the building, which was nice. Small inside, but offers a few tables. Two burritos was $30. They were about as big as you'd imagine they'd be.

Maribel D.

I got there at the perfect time Carnitas are to die for !!! I love and this place never disappoints! The staff is so helpful in choosing a perfect choice for my meal The inside is decorated very nice it looks like it had gotten redone compared to my prior visits Very quiet and overall great experience again

Don M.

On my vacation to Santa Barbara I was hungry for a breakfast burrito. Checked a few places online and chose Lito's. Turns out I chose wisely. I ordered the Chorizo & Egg burrito, and added cheese and an Anaheim Chile. Spiced it up with the red sauce. Since there were only 2 others eating inside I decided to dine inside. By the time I finished my breakfast, the place had filled up. Great timing on my part. The burrito was everything I was expecting. Delicious and filling. The service was excellent. I was offered chips and additional sauces, but I was fine with just the burrito. If I make it back to Santa Barbara this will be a must stop.

Shelby S.

A friend recommended this spot for lunch and I am so glad they did! It was super easy to place an order ahead on their website to have ready upon our arrival. They have a fair amount of seating inside, despite being a small spot. The service was incredible. Staff were so friendly and attentive. I opted for the chicken fajitas burrito and it was so yummy. I loved grilled fajita veggies. They also have a great selection of salsas and some had a great amount of spice. They don't have parking but it was easy to snag a spot on the street at the lunch hour on a Saturday. Others in my party were excited about the pozole. They even had items small children in our party were excited about it. Something for everyone here and the food was so yummy!

Tiffany L.

This place wasn't dog friendly so we just ordered takeout & ate it at the tables outside the Santa Barbara Public Market. The burrito prices were super reasonable compared to other burrito places, and they don't skimp out on the ingredients. The burritos were actually really good - we got one of the chorizo with egg and cheese and one of the Louisiana sausage with egg and cheese. We thought they put in a little too much egg, but we appreciate that they didn't upcharge us for the burritos especially during this time of egg shortage.

Ran C.

This was breakfast stop number two for my friend and I last weekend. Stopped in not knowing that Guy Fierri had stopped in here not once, but twice. Have to admit, was a little skeptical because I've been to a handful of places that Guy has been to - and I felt they were just OK. That's how i felt about Lito's. First off - parking on Haley. No issue. I saw what looked like it could be a parking lot behind. You'll have to ask though. We found parking basically right in front. Free too. Walk in. Order. Find a seat and your food will be served. Order first though. There's even a sign asking you to. Don't go hogging tables as the place isn't big - not a lot of seating. Place was about half filled when we got there. Stayed steady like that until we left. Service was great. Attentive. Friendly. Really nice. Makes me feel bad that I'm not a fan of the food. But I wasn't. Not that it was bad. It just didn't knock my socks off. I will say this though - if you like Menudo, the portions are great. If you look at the pics and see how the bowl is full of tripe. For my particular taste though, needed more acidity to mask the funkier notes of the tripe. The breakfast burrito was standard for me. Again, no wow factor for me. We didn't try either dish that Guy had on his visits. Not sure if I'd go back to try but ya never know.

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I had the chilaquiles verde and it was a lot of food and so so good. My family had the menudo and pozole. I tasted the pozole and it was super delicious, wow. Everything here has lots of flavor, a must try hidden gem. this was our first time and certainly not our last, we are coming back. read more

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Great service, great food, great price. Can't beat it. Would be a regular if i lived in the area read more

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Was craving a breakfast burrito and this hit the spot!! They have an extensive menu that includes breakfast burritos, various plates, tacos, regular burritos, etc. You can either do takeout or order at the register and sit down. They give complimentary chips and pico, which was a nice surprise. The pico is delicious and hands down one of the best I've had! We ordered breakfast burritos, which were all around $10 each, and you can add potatoes, rice, guac, etc. for an additional charge. The burritos are huge! You definitely get a bang for your buck and will not leave hungry. I ordered a chorizo and egg breakfast burrito and added potatoes, and my husband ordered a machaca and egg breakfast burrito with added guac and sour cream. Both came out so quick and hot! The burritos were sooo good and it comes with a side of salsa. It's nice that this place has seating inside so it's not all take out. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Would definitely come back when in the area! read more

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Loved it here. The service was great and the food was yummy. Don't hesitate to support this restaurant!

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Michael S.

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Big portions. That's the first thing that comes to mind after our visit to Lito's Take Out. And even though Take Out is in their name, they have a nice dining room indoors and provide table service once you ordered at the counter. We had a ground beef taco, carne asada taco, and bean, cheese, rice, and chicken burrito. Besides being big, they were very tasty. The prices were very reasonable and the table service included a bowl of chips and delicious salsa. By all means, this place is definitely worth a visit. Apparently Guy Fieri visited with his DD&D show! read more

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Kelli D.

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Came here as our last stop for breakfast to end our trip and put ourselves in a food coma. I didn't get to try a bite of the burritos my friends ordered, but they were huge and look how beautiful that cross section is!! Green chilaquiles- 10/10 wow plenty of sour cream and guac to share. Chips were crunchy and thick, freshly fried. Rice and beans not too oily/fatty big portion, very generous. Most customers buy burritos to go, there is some seating inside, just let workers know if you're ordering to go or if you want to be seated and eat. read more

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Hannah C.

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Two breakfast burritos... egg and sausage was very light on the sausage and only came with egg and sausage, just a heads up. All that is in the burritos is what is in the name. Not a lot of flavor. The salsas were great, definitely where the flavor is and the only thing that made an impression. There is no restroom, but there is parking behind the building, which was nice. Small inside, but offers a few tables. Two burritos was $30. They were about as big as you'd imagine they'd be. read more

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Maribel D.

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I got there at the perfect time Carnitas are to die for !!! I love and this place never disappoints! The staff is so helpful in choosing a perfect choice for my meal The inside is decorated very nice it looks like it had gotten redone compared to my prior visits Very quiet and overall great experience again read more

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Ric S.

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Loved their food and the people here. We were visiting my son and his GF at UCSB and saw this spot on DDD. Daniel's GF had never tried Lito's before, and she being latina, found her new favorite authentic Mexican restaurant after we brought them here. We swing by here whenever we are in town, but only if we are in the mood for delicious food. read more

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We came here for the breakfast burritos based on some social media reviews I saw and I wasn't super impressed. The burrito was a little dry. Lots of eggs and potatoes. No cheese and no sauce of any kind provided. Luckily we ordered some pancakes as well and they were pretty good. Service was prompt and friendly. Limited seating available, but they did a good job of turning the tables over. read more

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Don M.

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On my vacation to Santa Barbara I was hungry for a breakfast burrito. Checked a few places online and chose Lito's. Turns out I chose wisely. I ordered the Chorizo & Egg burrito, and added cheese and an Anaheim Chile. Spiced it up with the red sauce. Since there were only 2 others eating inside I decided to dine inside. By the time I finished my breakfast, the place had filled up. Great timing on my part. The burrito was everything I was expecting. Delicious and filling. The service was excellent. I was offered chips and additional sauces, but I was fine with just the burrito. If I make it back to Santa Barbara this will be a must stop. read more

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Neil B.

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Been coming here since the 80s. Best Carnitas in town. Friendly service with a smile. Do miss the old place before the remodel.

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Shelby S.

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A friend recommended this spot for lunch and I am so glad they did! It was super easy to place an order ahead on their website to have ready upon our arrival. They have a fair amount of seating inside, despite being a small spot. The service was incredible. Staff were so friendly and attentive. I opted for the chicken fajitas burrito and it was so yummy. I loved grilled fajita veggies. They also have a great selection of salsas and some had a great amount of spice. They don't have parking but it was easy to snag a spot on the street at the lunch hour on a Saturday. Others in my party were excited about the pozole. They even had items small children in our party were excited about it. Something for everyone here and the food was so yummy! read more

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This place wasn't dog friendly so we just ordered takeout & ate it at the tables outside the Santa Barbara Public Market. The burrito prices were super reasonable compared to other burrito places, and they don't skimp out on the ingredients. The burritos were actually really good - we got one of the chorizo with egg and cheese and one of the Louisiana sausage with egg and cheese. We thought they put in a little too much egg, but we appreciate that they didn't upcharge us for the burritos especially during this time of egg shortage. read more

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Great burritos of all kinds but the breakfast burrito stands out for me. Fast and always delicious.

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Needed to get a breakfast burrito at least once when I was in town, so looked up Lito's as it was nearby. Place was on the small side in a less lively area, however it was walkable and bright/clean inside. A few people eating breakfast too. Service couldn't have been nicer; in general everyone there was happy. Breakfast burrito didn't knock my socks off but it hit the spot. Plenty of egg and bacon. Would've like some more cheese and a pepper or something. Salsa was very good so loaded it up on that. Coffee was also good. Would come back here for the same damned reason I came! read more

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Ran C.

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This was breakfast stop number two for my friend and I last weekend. Stopped in not knowing that Guy Fierri had stopped in here not once, but twice. Have to admit, was a little skeptical because I've been to a handful of places that Guy has been to - and I felt they were just OK. That's how i felt about Lito's. First off - parking on Haley. No issue. I saw what looked like it could be a parking lot behind. You'll have to ask though. We found parking basically right in front. Free too. Walk in. Order. Find a seat and your food will be served. Order first though. There's even a sign asking you to. Don't go hogging tables as the place isn't big - not a lot of seating. Place was about half filled when we got there. Stayed steady like that until we left. Service was great. Attentive. Friendly. Really nice. Makes me feel bad that I'm not a fan of the food. But I wasn't. Not that it was bad. It just didn't knock my socks off. I will say this though - if you like Menudo, the portions are great. If you look at the pics and see how the bowl is full of tripe. For my particular taste though, needed more acidity to mask the funkier notes of the tripe. The breakfast burrito was standard for me. Again, no wow factor for me. We didn't try either dish that Guy had on his visits. Not sure if I'd go back to try but ya never know. read more

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If you like lots of seasoning, this might not be the place for you. The food was lacking flavor, but it was cooked well and the portions were nice and filling. The horchata was very good, but the coffee was extremely weak. The salsas were decent, not spicy enough - and the chips were above average. Service was friendly and seating was comfortable. read more

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Ronnie S.

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Hello my fellow Elite Yelpers. I've been going to Litos for years and I've always Loved the food the remodel looks great, clean, bright, and functional. The new decor replaces the murals, which I've always loved. This is a pleasant change, and I really like what Ernie and everyone have done to give Litos a new Look. Ronnie S read more

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Michael M.

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Incredible egg, and potato breakfast burrito, friendly service, and great value. I'll definitely be back on my next visit.

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Michael H.

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Great breakfast burritos. And you can order online. Possibly the best in town. Hard to beat the prices here. Very little seating so don't expect to dine in with a large group (or really any group for that matter). Order online, show up, pickup your burrito, and leave. They're very busy. Nice enough staff. Great burritos. read more

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Fark yeah - like 20 choices of breakfast burrito, shit up and take my money... food is epic too!

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This small hole in the wall off the beaten track was a real gem of a find. Wry simple fresh Mexican food soon very well. The portions are very big,enough to share with 2 people. I had the chiliquiles with a really nice salsa verde. Eggs were perfect. The veg burrito was so big half came home with us. My friend has the taquitos and thought that they were some of the best ever. If you want a really good Mexican fix here it is read more

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Eating at Lito's for me is all about the Carnitas and theirs are excellent! Anyone looking for a quick lunch stop or breakfast burrito in Santa Barbara should swing by Lito's and give it a try, you will not be disappointed. read more

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Lito's gets what most burrito spots forget: portions matter. The tri-tip burrito is loaded with real amounts of meat, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese in every bite. Not skimpy, not overpriced. You actually get the experience you're paying for. read more

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Stopped in before 9am to try their small burrito special. From 6:30-9 there are an array of breakfast burritos for $5.95 plus tax. This is the perfect size burrito in my opinion. Opted for the egg, bacon and cheese version with hot salsa on the side. Delicious. Would come back to try the chorizo, egg and potato. The service was great, staff super friendly, clean, and cutely decorated. Also it smelled really good walking in. Enjoy! read more

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It's Halloween and I have been freezing since I got to work at 6:30am. I just walked to Litos and ordered a small Pozole' to go. OMG. This broth is BOMB!!!! So flavorful and the perfect amount of meat and hominy and a huge package of cabbage, onion, cilantro, lemon, radish, oregano, chilis, warm corn tortillas and green salsa on the side. It is absolutely what I needed to warm up and satisfy my soul! Thank you, Litos for always delivering! - Rachel Shalhoob read more

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This place is a must stop for me whenever I'm in Santa Barbara. Their breakfast burritos are excellent, staff is always very friendly, and they just updated the restaurant to vibe with their Santa Barbara surrounding. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! 5/5 stars If you can, call ahead as it can get busy! Guy Fueri has been here and I can see why. read more

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Truly fantastic breakfast burrito. Very greasy, so bring a bib! But mindblowingly delicious, absolutely recommended. read more

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Amazing food awesome service. All the wonderful ladies working there are very on top of the service.

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One of the best breakfast burritos I've had. The ratio of meat to egg was excellent. The red salsa was super tasty and not overpoweringly spicy. Will come back! read more

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Exactly what I wanted. Ordered online, made some modifications to a breakfast burrito and they executed flawlessly. At ~$11 this was a steal. Ended up with the Anaheim chili breakfast burrito, added avocado, potatoes, and cheese. They were NOT stingy with the avocado. Large, fresh slices evenly spread throughout the burrito ensured a little in each bite. The potatoes were also cooked perfectly to complement the overall consistency of the burrito - a huge plus for me. Perfect perfect perfect. Order was ready when I arrived early. Not some place I would probably sit down and hang out (probably why it says take out), but the option is there (limited) for those who can't wait. I'll be back real soon. read more

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100% one of the best breakfast burritos in socal. So delicious and authentic and HUGE burritos. These days I rarely feel like you get what you pay for but here you get MORE than what you pay for! No pics but we had machaca and egg burrito, chorizo and egg burrito and nopales and eggs we added rice and beans to all of them for $0.50 each and they were delicious read more

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Las mesas estan muy muy pequeñitas son de esas mesas como de 30" circulares, el servicio es bueno, la comida no me gusto, pedi unos chilaquiles con carne y huevo, los pancakes si me gustaron read more

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I decided to try this place out after seeing it featured on the TV show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." I was definitely not disappointed. I ordered the Chili Colorado burrito, which goes for $11.75. It was huge and delicious -- stuffed with large chunks of beef, rice and beans. It's got to be one of the best burritos I think I have ever had! The menu offers "lard free" beans on request, and so I ordered it that way. The place is supposedly a "Take Out" joint, but there are a few tables inside, so you can eat there if you wish. It's also in a quieter section of downtown Santa Barbara, so there is ample free street parking. read more

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Filiberto L.

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Food is great . Service is awesome !!!!. Highly recommended!!! Atmosphere is great in case you decide to eat there . read more

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Lauren C.

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Friggin delicious. The food is good across the board but If you like machaca, this is as good as it gets!

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Five stars!!! Food was amazing!!! And very friendly environment! I will take a road trip here in the future, just to eat delicious food! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I mixed it up and ordered a few different things and was very satisfied! read more

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Craving some pozole on our trip to Santa Barbara, bonus points that it was a triple D spot. It was a little busy when we went (pre-covid) a few folks were in line in front of us, all the tables were taken and there were more people coming in behind us. We ordered some pozole and I got a carne asada quesadilla. I was extremely angry that the people behind us snagged the table that came available just as we went to sit down even they didn't order yet. Isn't that the unwritten (and sometime written rule about places like this... with exceptions for elderly and folks with lots of kids. You don't sit until you are done ordering) so after standing there waiting for a new table to open up while the annoying person was still holding the table for their counterpart still online we finally got one near the trash can and drink machine. I hated everyone and everything at that point. Buuut then the food came. And the pozole was so tasty and my quesadilla was huge. I thoroughly enjoyed my food and the staff there was efficient and nice. I left full and pleased with my meal, and even though I wanted to kick the chair of the @ssh0les who took the table just as we went to sit at it, I did not. read more

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The best breakfast burritos in Santa Barbara. Friendly and quick service and very reasonable!

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514 E Haley St
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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(805) 962-1559
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Hours

What time does Lito's Take Out open?

Lito's Take Out opens at 6:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Lito's Take Out close?

Lito's Take Out closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Lito's Take Out take credit cards?

Yes, Lito's Take Out takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Lito's Take Out have catering options?

Yes, Lito's Take Out does have catering options.

Does Lito's Take Out have a happy hour?

No, Lito's Take Out does not have a happy hour.

Does Lito's Take Out serve alcohol?

Yes, Lito's Take Out serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Lito's Take Out allow dogs?

No, Lito's Take Out does not allow dogs.

Does Lito's Take Out have TVs?

Yes, Lito's Take Out has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Lito's Take Out have bike parking?

Yes, Lito's Take Out has bike parking.

Does Lito's Take Out have parking?

Yes, Lito's Take Out has parking options. Street Parking

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Is Lito's Take Out wheelchair accessible?

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Kin Bakeshop

This place was so good we went 2 days in a row!…read more Whenever we are visiting new areas, we always look for new matcha places to try. We first came on a Saturday morning and there was a line, but it went by fast. The ambiance was very clean and simple, which made it very appealing. The drinks we ordered (strawberry Yakult, double matcha latte, and ube hojicha latte) were very delicious, and the food was also superb (brioche banana cream and brioche passion fruit). Staff was very welcoming and friendly as well, especially the staff member who took our order at the front. Definitely must visit if you are in Santa Barbara!

we came on a sunday afternoon. there was a long line out the door and took about 45ish minutes to…read moreget to the front of the line. the inside has limited seating but outside the shop has some more. i was really excited since sb has been missing a matcha place for the longest time. we got two matcha einspeiner. it was pretty good with a strong matcha flavor (though a little more on the bitter side than an umami flavor). and it was really creamy which balanced out the matcha flavor well.

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Earl grey hojicha cream top (VERY GOOD)

Matcha einspanner and black sesame and Hojicha einspanner

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Banana cream matcha and mochi donut

Spudnuts & Bagels

Perfect Valentine's Day Breakfast Stop…read more Every time I'm driving into Los Angeles, I stop on State Street to charge my car -- and today (February 14th ) we decided to grab breakfast while we waited. Best decision ever. We stumbled upon this adorable donut shop, and they had the cutest Valentine's-themed donuts decorated for the day. My daughter immediately chose the chocolate one. I honestly didn't think she'd love it... but she ate the entire thing without hesitation. That says everything. Of course, I grabbed some donut holes for the road -- because that's just tradition at this point -- but the real star? The bagel sandwich. I ordered a jalapeño cheddar bagel with egg, crispy bacon, tomato, red onion, and (because why not?) extra cheddar. It was DIVINE. Hands down the best bagel sandwich I've ever had. Perfectly toasted, flavorful, just the right kick from the jalapeño cheddar -- I'm still thinking about it hours later. I may have to stop again on the way home because I genuinely can't get that taste out of my mind. If you're passing through State Street, do yourself a favor and try this place. Absolute gem.

We have been here a few times for bagels and donuts. The bagels here are always great and the…read moredonuts are pretty good. Service has always been quick. It's small with a couple tables inside and outside. Great for a quick stop.

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A nice variety of donuts. So many to choose from!

A huge Apple fritter and a variety of donuts

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Ham & cheese breakfast sandwich and iced/blended mocha.

LOKUM

Simply delicious…read more Super welcoming. The place smells incredible - makes me want to buy everything there. I'd love to go back if we stop by santa barbara again.

Let's Goooooooooaaaaaaaaalllllllllllll Simit!!!!!!!!!…read moreThank you Hassan for the wonderful hospitality and sharing stories while we had coffee, chi, and amazing food. You have created a wonderful family environment on State Street.

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Dubai Chocolate and Ottoman Coffee

Renaud's Patisserie & Bistro

Pastries are to die for here. Few things hit like a chocolate croissant from Renaud's. Chocolaty,…read morecrispy, buttery OMG a dream come true. They are that good.

The apple tart was delish! The croissants were decent…read more The Macarons were a big disappointment especially considering this is a French bakery & cafe. It was the worst macarons I've had. The cappuccino came out as a latte so that's another thumbs down. Staff was great. Busy place, high rating probably from the cafe. Lots of parking in the plaza.

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Quiche Lorraine and Almond Croissant

Lilac Pâtisserie

Locally owned & operated

11 years in business

Brunch is great, it has become a favorite place on weekends for my family because…read moreOutside tables are dog friendly , glad State Street is not open to cars because that would immediately eliminate Lilac from my go to places, who wants to dine next to cars driving and exhaust , right ? Us dining with dogs don't have other options. Service is good and food is great, I'm a fan of their eggs Benedict and pastries

My boyfriend and I stopped by Lilac Pâtisserie for a sweet treat after lunch and tried two of their…read morecheesecakes: the original and the lemon. Both were enjoyable overall. The lemon cheesecake had a mild lemon flavor that was not overpowering, it tasted mostly like the original cheesecake with a lemon glaze on top rather than lemon throughout the entire filling. The cheesecake itself was dense and creamy, while the crust was very thin and fairly neutral in flavor. They also had many other pastries and desserts that looked appealing, so I'm glad we had the chance to try the cheesecakes. The coffee was fairly standard café coffee and did not stand out as much. While the cheesecakes were good, I'm not completely sure they justified the $13 per-slice price point. Service overall was quick and friendly. The ambiance was very charming with plenty of seating both inside and outside.

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Egg Benedict (salmon)

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Eggs Benedict

Hook And Press Donuts

Family-owned & operated

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GET READY FOR A TRANSCENDENT DONUT EXPERIENCE…read more Just off State Street on Figueroa, you'll find a donut shop that feels more like a craft breakfast kitchen with a serious pastry soul. The owner's love for their craft, staff, and product make for an inviting ambiance you don't find in many establishments in their class. DON'T MISS BREAKFAST Their menu goes far beyond donuts, blending whimsical, flavor-forward pastries with substantial breakfast sandwiches and bowls featuring bacon, turkey sausage, and mouthwatering, fluffy eggs that taste like they've been kissed with something buttery, creamy, and completely unforgettable. PASTRY IS IN THEIR DNA The first sign you're in the right place? Walking past stacks of pastry flour on your way to the donut counter. Nothing says "this is going to be good" like seeing the foundation of the craft right there in front of you. And these are not airy, forgettable donuts. These are brioche-style, flavor-filled, butter-forward creations that deliver exactly what the menu promises. CHOCOLATE CHERRY ALMOND OLD FASHIONED (OH MY) The Chocolate Cherry Almond Old Fashioned is in a class of its own. It surpasses every old fashioned donut I've had, with a light cake base, a low-oil profile, and none of the overly craggy, greasy edges you get from a less thoughtful donut. This is pastry territory. The chocolate and almond are subtle at first, then the cherry arrives with a dramatic full tastebud activation -- sweet, salt, fat, and bitter all working together. The cherry blooms at the back of your mouth like springtime near the Capitol in D.C. or a Japanese cherry blossom landscape. It's where cake and donut collide into something that redefines the experience for kids and kids at heart. SNAP-CRACKLE-POP TREAT WITH AN UPGRADE THAT'S SWEET The Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treat Donut is another five-star execution of both concept and flavor. The Rice Krispies are real -- not decorative. They sit in a marshmallow flow atop a lightly sweet donut that oozes buttery goodness, with just the right touch of salt to elevate the sweetness and add that extra delight on the palate. I'LL BE BACK! Hook & Press is not just making donuts. They're creating edible moments. Santa Barbara is lucky to have them.

I was in Santa Barbara for the fourth and I have had this place on my bookmarks list. I was super…read moreexcited that I got to try it finally. My husband and I found parking right away on the street so that was already a great sign. Especially in SB. We went a little before 12 and there wasn't a lot of people. I got the strawberry milkshake donut and the apple fritter. My daughters devoured the strawberry milkshake one. I have tried a lot of different apple fritter donuts and this one wasn't my favorite. It wasn't a strong apple taste and the donut seems too fluffy for an apple fritter. But the WINNER was the salted brown butter latte. It was perfection. I loved everything about it. I will definitely be back for the coffee and may try some other donuts.

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The Vanilla Bean Funfetti, topped with natural rainbow sprinkles made with plant-based colors

Egg nog creme brûlée

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McConnells Fine Ice Creams

Before visiting SB, everyone tells me that I gotta try the ice cream here. I did. Then I visited…read moreagain. And I'm still thinking about it. This location seemed to have less of a line but just as much offerings. Amazing service from the team. Ice cream was not too sweet and very creamy. The flavors don't taste artificial at all. Will definitely visit again whenever I'm here next... and I now wanna figure out how I can maybe order them online hehe. A few fav: - Brown sugar and milk Bordeaux - Sea salt cream and cookie - Santa Barbara strawberry - better than the other strawberry ones! - Chocolate chocolate chocolate

Eureka lemon Vanilla bean…read moreSanta Barbara strawberry Mango sorbet Mint chocolate Waffle cones made fresh

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Sweet cream caramel brownie - delicious

Strawberry and cream

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Sweet Creamy Caramel Brownie and Early Grey with Shortbread Cookie

Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's

This ice cream spot was definitely one of the highlights of my Santa Barbara trip. I was already so…read moreexcited to go because my friend was hyping it up, and it definitely lived up to the hype. I got a small froyo which ended up being HUGE. I was shocked with their serving size because it was so much for only $9. Anywhere else this would probably be $20 lol. With the small you can get four flavors so i got horchata, peanut butter, honey vanilla, and graham cracker. All of the flavors were so yummy, not to sweet, and creamy as could be. Definitely would recommend coming here. The wait was a bit long, but while chatting it up with some friends made it go by fast.

We have a McConnell's location 5 minutes away from us in LA but my son really wanted to come here…read moretoday since this is the original location. He is a fan of McConnell's and wanted to grab some ice cream after our dinner. This location only has 3 parking spots plus 1 handicap spot. Thankfully we found parking on the street and there was a line of people waiting to get in. Once inside, Christie was the girl who helped us and she couldn't have been more pleasant and kind. She was very upbeat, energetic and did not rush us at all as we tried to make our decisions. She was more than happy to give us as many samples as we wanted. Since this location had frozen yogurt and the one by our home doesn't, my son decided to go for that. He got Horchata, Greek Yogurt, and Peanut Butter flavors in one cup. For his toppings he got rainbow sprinkles and chocolate chips. I had a few spoonfuls of it and it was DELICIOUS! Great texture, super smooth and decadent, while still being light. The portion was huge and enough to share. The place was very clean and they have a small outdoor seating area. Sweet ending to a sweet day!

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Our new store front! Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Cream.

Come relax in our private and cozy patio.

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Dave’s Drip House

Came for the chicken stayed for the ice cream. A lot of this review is similar. The vibe is very…read moreice cream shop and that's great. The staff worked their butts off but ultimately if felt like a third person or some better organization would help them out. But the reason we were here was ice cream and that was just kind of middle of the road. We didn't do all the fancy stuff and just for scoops so maybe we can try that next time (churros and ice cream looked bomb), but again the ice cream was just kind "meh".all the menu options they had were more interesting than something like baskin robbins but the ice cream was just one tick below in my opinion, and again not that it should be in the same category, but it wasn't as good as Roris. If I'm eating ice cream, I'd prefer to spend the extra and get the best.

Amazing customer service from Kayla. Her efficiency, friendliness, and knowledge about the flavors…read morewas great. Clean, colorful, and fun spot for a sweet treat on any occasion. It's people like Kayla who makes it worth the trip for a delicious treat.

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Strawberry cheesecake funnel cake. You no longer need to wait for the local fair to enjoy a funnel cake. We have them year round.

BANANA SPLIT...our favorite item at Dave's

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DEEP FRIED OREOS

Alessia Patisserie & Cafe

Great stop next to the mujeres market. I've been here before for their high tea and remember asking…read morethem what bread they use for their cucumber sandwiches and they said white bread from Trader Joe's. Such a fancy place so I thought they made the bread in house. Their pastries are so pretty it was hard to break to eat. So sweet and delicious. We couldn't finish both. One sweet per three instead of two would have been better. Not busy at 2pm on a Sunday. Would come again.

Alessia Bakery is truly one of the cutest bakery/breakfast spots I have ever been to! Their latte…read moreare is adorable and so fun! The vanilla latte was really delicious! We were seated inside right away. They do have both inside and outside seating. The hostess and waitresses were very nice and accommodating. Food came out looking SO pretty! The hollandaise sauce is the absolute best i've ever had! So creamy and tasteful and not too heavy! I would absolutely recommend Alessia to anyone looking for a delicious breakfast or brunch spot! So amazing!

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Double Dark Chocolate raspberry croissant. The most delicious and beautiful croissant I've ever had.

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Coffee Latte

Kin Bakeshop

This place was so good we went 2 days in a row!…read more Whenever we are visiting new areas, we always look for new matcha places to try. We first came on a Saturday morning and there was a line, but it went by fast. The ambiance was very clean and simple, which made it very appealing. The drinks we ordered (strawberry Yakult, double matcha latte, and ube hojicha latte) were very delicious, and the food was also superb (brioche banana cream and brioche passion fruit). Staff was very welcoming and friendly as well, especially the staff member who took our order at the front. Definitely must visit if you are in Santa Barbara!

we came on a sunday afternoon. there was a long line out the door and took about 45ish minutes to…read moreget to the front of the line. the inside has limited seating but outside the shop has some more. i was really excited since sb has been missing a matcha place for the longest time. we got two matcha einspeiner. it was pretty good with a strong matcha flavor (though a little more on the bitter side than an umami flavor). and it was really creamy which balanced out the matcha flavor well.

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Earl grey hojicha cream top (VERY GOOD)

Matcha einspanner and black sesame and Hojicha einspanner

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Banana cream matcha and mochi donut

Third Window Brewing

Came here for the first time and sat outside on a beautiful sunny day with about 12 people. The…read morefood came super quickly and the smash burger was so good! I also tasted the salad that they offer along with the ribs, fries, and beans. The beer was great too. I didn't explore much, but it seemed they had great merch, I should have gotten some. Would highly recommend on a nice sunny day.

Third Window Brewing has a fun, laid-back atmosphere that's perfect if you're looking to enjoy good…read morefood and drinks outdoors. The space is open, inviting, and has a lively community feel that makes it easy to spend a few hours hanging out. One thing to know before you go: it's very dog-friendly. If you're a dog lover, you'll probably love the environment. Personally, I'm not much of a dog person, so it wasn't quite my ideal vibe, but that's just a personal preference and not a reflection on the brewery itself. The food was definitely a highlight. The smash burger was juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. The wings were delicious with a great balance of crispiness and flavor, and the salad looked incredibly fresh and colorful--I'll definitely be ordering that next time. A couple of things kept it from being a full five stars. There was only one restroom stall, which led to a wait, and the line to order food got pretty long during our visit. If you're stopping by during peak hours, just expect a little patience. Overall, Third Window Brewing has a great outdoor setting, solid food, and a welcoming atmosphere. If you enjoy breweries with an energetic, dog-friendly crowd, it's definitely worth checking out.

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Original burger

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Fried and house sauce

Scarlett Begonia

Scarlett Begonia is without question, the best brunch/lunch in Santa Barbara County. And this is…read morefrom a former 20 year local. The prices are more than fair for the fare. The service is warm and welcoming. The location is perfectly situated for a walk about town in order to walk off their heavenly pastries or the lemon ricotta pancakes. If you are in the mood for something a bit more salty than sweet, be sure to try the Shrimp 'N Grits. Having been born and raised in the low country of the south, you will recognize the taste as being a bit like going home. Do not miss Scarlett Begonia if you are on the search. for another of the great meals that Santa Barbara has to offer.

Outstanding service by our server Alex, very attentive, very helpful and didn't have to wait for…read moreanything- everything was perfect! Food is also awesome, huge sizes, we got breakfast sandwich and egg and steak, everything was delicious, fresh and also super instagramable Would definitely come back. Interiors are very welcoming, classy, I believe this is French or European style.

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The Cruisery

Super cute place that's dog friendly with outdoor seating under trees. Very friendly staff and…read moreservice. Lots of games and couches to lounge and chill. We came in for Happy Hour on a Thursday before a Bowl show and had a great time. Drinks were yummy!

We went to The Cruisery for my dog's 12th birthday, and I'm honestly obsessed with this place…read more I've reviewed this spot before, but this visit deserved an update because it was such a fun and unique experience. It's right on State Street and extremely dog-friendly--like, dogs of all sizes are welcome and actually celebrated here. Not just tolerated... celebrated. They offer dog birthday packages (yes, really), and for $49 it was such a fun experience. Lobo got a full birthday setup: a reserved table, a sign with fun facts about him, a birthday portrait, cake, a gift, and his own birthday dinner. I ordered him the filet and sweet potatoes, but they do have other options on their dog menu too. And for the humans--they don't slack either. They have a great food and drink menu. I ordered the Flaming Lips cocktail and it's such a fun one... I won't give it away, but yes, there are actual flames involved . I also got the Korean Crunch (fried chicken with red pepper sauce) and it was so good. Everyone else loved their food and drinks too... but I'll be honest, I was a little more focused on Lobo. Kyle was our server and he was amazing--super friendly and made the whole experience even better. Honestly, everything about it was just fun. It's such a unique idea, and I love that places like this exist. We come to Santa Barbara often, and this is 100% going to be a regular stop for us now. Already planning Lobo's 13th here

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Savor creativity: Our chef's unique happy hour bites and craft cocktails, served on our inviting patio. A taste of innovation.

Experience culinary artistry: Chef's unique Tuna Crudo, an exquisite blend of flavors and textures, a visual and tasteful delight.

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Anthony A.

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13 years ago

Boy is this place a dump. Filthy kitchen. Unknown odors resembling old lard, mildew, and a waste management plant eminate from the back door area. You can smell it from their joke of a parking lot. Went here to see what all the hubbub was about the Carnitas since we saw it on Triple-D. Tried the carnitas, but it was nothing better than your typical carnitas catering tray from your local carneceria. Tried the tri-tip taco also, more like the dry-tip taco. If you bring children to this restaurant, and they start screaming or acting up, make sure you let them scream and yell as much as they want. After a 3-hr drive, my kids were restless. My one year-old Daughter was trying to climb onto the table, and was screaming if we tried to get her into a chair or our lap. When she started having a fit, I twice had to take her out of the restaurant to the sidewalk (we were seated next to the front door) and tell her NO! and allow her to calm down. I was trying to be considerate of the other diners, and I don't discipline my children in front of strangers. Then when my son had to go pee (potty-training) I had to take him out to the parking-lot to let him pee on the tire of our jeep. (they have no bathroom) When I helped put his chonies and shorts back on, he tried to run into the alley! I yelled "Son, NO!" loudly, and he stopped before he got to the street part of the alley. For this the owner of the restaurant called the police on me and before I could finish my meal I had to be questioned by the Santa Barbara Police Dept. They got a call from the "staff" saying I was being abusive and yelling at my children. I never once spanked them, and only yelled loudly once to prevent my Son from running into traffic. As the police were talking to me and thanking me for being a good parent, some shaved-head gangbanger walked out from the back door of the restaurant with some take-out, pointing at me and laughing. So if you bring children to this restaurant, let them run amok, and be as loud as they want; because if you try to actually parent your children here, you might have to deal with the embarassment and humiliation that we had to endure. By the way, the officers that responded agreed with me however, and we all came to the conclusion that the "staff" were just being your typical Santa Barbara busybodies (their words) and overreacted. NEVER COMING BACK. read more

Karina S.

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4 years ago

With last minute Christmas plans changing, I was on a hunt for some pozole! Not from SB and I am so glad I found Lito's Take out. The lady who took my order wasn't too welcoming but she was polite. I ordered a breakfast burrito, was kind of bummed the didn't have an all meat breakfast burrito so you had to choose which breakfast meat you wanted. I went with sausage and it was delicious it was big enough to share for two people. The Pozole was delicious as well. I was hesitant but it had great flavor and they provided everything as well for the Pozole. I'll for sure be stopping here again. read more

Kript D.

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9 years ago

Weak as white wash as Mexican food. Is a shame. Posole taste like came from a can. So does the salsa. Not recommend to anyone. But so many people that don't have good taste bud now that so many chemicals the burr your taste sense. It's shame what people call food and good tasting food. We loss our tradition :( read more

Tuy Anh P.

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11 years ago

One of the best places to get your Mexican fix with a really great service, price and 100% authenticity. Family run for several years, you'll be treated like part of the circle when you stop by. The two most popular items we discovered on our first visit were the Carnitas and Pazole. read more

Jennifer M.

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6 years ago

The first time I came here, the food was delicious and it became our go-to spot for Mexican food in SB, but that last couple of times, the food has not lived up to our expectation. The pozole was pretty bland and the carnitas tasted old, which are both dishes they are known for. read more

Mike H.

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5 years ago

This is an amazing family owned place, where the food is authentic, full of flavor, fresh and well made to order. The staff is helpful and friendly, and they welcome all comers with a smile. Support you local businesses and try the Macaca an egg burrito, absolutely outstanding read more

Donny B.

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12 years ago

I make a special trip to this place every time I'm in SB, or driving through. The carnitas never disappoint. I usually have some sort of digestive discomfort with Mexican food but I have no side effects w this place so that's a plus! read more

Felipe D.

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9 years ago

I can have just about anything here. Everything on the menu pretty much. The food is delicious, customer service is more than great. I love this restaurant and the people who run this place, they do a great job. :) read more

Ms. P.

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14 years ago

So staff was not that friendly, and chicken tacos were not so great , they also do not give you free chips. But the carnitas burrito was great , will go back for that! read more

Tyrell M.

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5 years ago

The food was delicious and it was covid friendly. I enjoyed the wait, it's in a nice part of town and has a great view of the hillside. Their tortas are bomb. read more

Ivan P.

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8 years ago

I love this place, breakfast or lunch are always great and people that work there have great personality.