I have been to The Daisy many times and I am never disappointed! The food is so fresh and flavorful…read moreand the portions are generous! My favorites are: The little gems salad with chicken added. You have to get the green goddess dressing! They make it in house and it's the bomb!! The bahn mi sandwich. It has house made tender brisket, fresh pickled veg on a baguette. So delicious! You can also get it as a salad! You'll never even miss the bread! The Daisy burger. Big meaty patty, with melty cheese, piled high with lettuce, tomato and red onion with a special sauce on a buttery brioche bun! You can really sink your teeth into this one! It also comes with a generous portion of perfectly crispy on the outside tender on the inside fries! Mmm mmm!!! They get really busy so come early!! Definitely a must try!

The Daisy in Santa Barbara was a bit of a hit-or-miss visit for us…read more The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, with plenty of outdoor seating, and is dog friendly, which is a big plus. You order at the counter and the food is brought over to your table. The service was friendly, though it could have been better--we had to get our own water, cutlery, and napkins and nobody came to check on us throughout the meal. Maybe that was because we came right at opening on the weekend. Food-wise, some dishes were better than others. The smoked brisket banh mi was disappointing, mainly because the brisket was chewy. The burrata-tomato salad with added chicken breast was good and felt fresh and satisfying. The chicken salad sandwich was okay, but the bread was too hard, which made it less enjoyable. On the positive side, my son really enjoyed the kids' grilled cheese sandwich with fries. Overall, The Daisy has a lovely atmosphere, and a great dog-friendly patio, but the food was a bit hit-or-miss during our visit.

Half a dozen empanadas- carne and pulled pork Arugula salad…read moreChimi papas Bit slow service due to understaffing

I LOVED this restaurant. I have never been to a sit down restaurant where the mains were empanadas…read more Love the concept! They also have sandwiches and pizzas but I went for the empanadas because I can never say no to a baked empanada. I got the 3 empanada combo (carne, pollo, and their daily special) and picked the side of chimi papas. I also got to try my friend's side of the arugula salad. Everything was so delicious! The dough was so soft and the fillings were so flavorful. I also liked that they gave us a side of chimichurri, as it was the perfect amount of added freshness. The potato's were perfectly crispy and the salad was so fresh. It was the perfect portion for me. I wish I lived in Santa Barbra because I would be a returning customer for sure.

Most of the baked goods here are vegan, with the exception of a couple sweeter pastries. The vegan…read moremorning buns are delicious. The focaccia and sourdough loafs are hearty and are good toasted at home. It's a tiny store so there's nowhere to sit and eat, but it's great to grab some treats and take home or eat by the beach. Very sweet girl helped us this weekend!

One of our new favorite spots in Santa Barbara. The sesame twist was incredible, as was the morning…read morebun. We got a loaf of sesame sourdough, which was warm and had just come out of the oven. Absolutely incredible. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, no complaints whatsoever!

Beautiful and tranquil! The menu is all gluten free and there's some vegan options. Love the decor…read moreand comfy chairs. Brandon was awesome and answered all of our questions. I loved the salted mocha matcha and lentil soup. We both ordered burgers. I didn't love mine it was cold I assumed it would be warm. The flavors were great I wouldn't order it again. I love that there's Wi-Fi. I'll be back to try something new and hang out.

Glad I came to check this place out! The vibes are immaculate, with a clean breezy aesthetic (tons…read moreof plants, wicker chairs, and arches) and incredible service. Both the man behind the register and the kind lady who made my drink were so friendly and welcoming. Deserving of five stars in and of itself. I got the lasagne, which was a square of almond + egg noodles, mushrooms, eggplant, zucchini, pesto (I liked the boost of flavor this lent), marinara, and goat cheese. Pretty decent! A bit pricey, though. I also got the sweet matcha latte, which was not too sweet and very refreshing.

Updating my reviews. Still my favorite place in town for healthy but really tasty food. I…read moreoriginally started going there because they're organic salad bar and I love that all organic food is listed on menus. They also have delicious carrot cake and muffins like a carrot and bran . All of their baked goods seem homemade. They also have a really good deli bar and hot deli foods and I love their breakfast options

I visited Savoy today around 1pm. and had a very disappointing experience. I got in line at the…read morehot case to place an order. There was only one customer at the register, and two employees were behind the hot case, but neither acknowledged that I was waiting. One employee walked around the hot case to the salad bar and passed right by me without greeting me or letting me know someone would be with me shortly. The same employee then walked back and proceeded to assist another person who had arrived after I did. By that point, I had already been waiting for about five minutes. I work down the street and visit Savoy regularly, so I consider myself a loyal customer. Unfortunately, this interaction made me feel very uncomfortable and overlooked. I left without being served.

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!

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.

Super cute breakfast and lunch spot which is located close to one of my favorite Mexican…read morerestaurants, "Los Agaves". My friends and I sat outside as the weather was beautiful over the weekend. Staff was friendly and when we got there, it was already busy. You can tell it's popular as the line in the entry was pretty long. The food was so fresh! I had a sweet hibiscus tea with an egg, bacon & avocado wrap. Everything was tasty and they also have their own hot sauce which was a nice touch.

Thought I'd try a new restaurant in Santa Barbara this weekend. It's the strangest thing. It's…read moreright on the corner. You can get new tires next door, but while you're waiting, you can catch breakfast or lunch. Outdoors, there's a lot of seating. Wooden tables and wicker chairs. Awnings and large umbrella coverings. You pay first, and then they seat you. There's some seating indoors, but it's limited, compared to outdoors. I ordered a latte ($5.50) and avocado toast ($16). They add a 3% surcharge if you use a credit card. There is a window for to-go orders, but if you're dining in, you place your order with the gal at the podium. I have to say, although there were two staff working on drinks, my latte took a while. Luckily, it came before the food. There was a staff member waiting at the counter and delivering just drinks. Once I got my latte, it tasted good. Strong. I felt the caffeine. The avocado toast was good, too. It was served in a shallow metal dish. Thick, high quality, Artisan bread. I enjoyed the toasted pumpkin seeds. I would definitely order it again, but open to ordering something else on the menu next time. Staff are friendly, welcoming, and efficient. There was another gentleman standing in the back, immediately clearing tables. It's better if you come earlier on the weekends. There was a line of people when I was leaving. There's plenty of free street parking. I parked across the street.