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Pascucci has always been one of my go-tos for a group meal or a relaxing lunch. I basically go for the yummy cheese bread and any entree choice. The simple Caesar or the shrimp pasta are great choices. Add a tiramisu and fresh lemonade and it is the best meal. This location is smaller than the old locations, but the staff are still as welcoming and quick with barely a wait most evenings! The happy hour drinks are good quality and a great rest stop while on a State Street walk. read more

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Kaori T.

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I understand now why this place has very affordable Italian fare... It's no bueno. Service? Terrible. Food? Lukewarm. My dinner was NOT what I ordered. Steak was cooked well done, when I ordered medium rare. Menu said wrapped in pancetta, no pancetta. Pasta was cold and the bolognese was watery, not hearty. Terrible. I mentioned it to my server and he seemed more frustrated then apologetic. Salmon on my boyfriend's end was overcooked, and the ginger risotto? Well, I'm questioning if that was even risotto or uncle ben's. Legit. Would NOT recommend this place. read more

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Aundrea Z.

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Food was delicious. Reasonably priced for State Street food. Good service, workers often check on you. There is inside dining, patio, and outside dining areas. Overall recommend. read more

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Patti G.

2 years ago

For 20 years, Pascucci has been a favorite of mine in SB. Delicious salads, appetizers, pastas, bread, everything. read more

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Recently stopped by here and man so glad that they are back on State St. I do miss the old location based on the fact that it was bigger and had a fire place. But things change but not the food quality at this place. Ordered the weekly special shrimp pasta and everything was perfect. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE their bread!! Make sure to ask for olive oil and balsamic vinegar!! And if you want to add little more flair, add fresh grated parmesan cheese with hint of pepper and thank me later!! Great establishment and don't forget to say "hi" to Laura! read more

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Vivi M.

1 year ago

The food was good but not like I remember when the restaurant was further up State Street. I think they were short staffed as the waitress seemed to be the only one working. She was helpful and it was fun to visit the restaurant again. State Street does not feel upscale like it was in the 1990s and 2000s. read more

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Jennifer B.

1 year ago

The lunch specials were quality taste and good portion sized. The ice tea was meh, but the waitress switched it out for a soda pop! The wait was a little long but understandable because our waitress looked like she was hustling seating guests, bringing drinks and food, taking orders etc. read more

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L M.

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Great decor super cute place that serves good food. Loved the complementary bread here it's so yummy. My lasagna was good but my order got messed up. I ordered the lunch portion with salad BUT got the dinner lasagna with no salad Otherwise I would have given 5 stars. The waitress JAX did say she would get me a salad but mentioned it was going to cost her out of pocket so I said forget it. read more

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Luis S.

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2 years ago

Place was great. Had a Spanish, Italian vibe to it. The bread was to die for So buttery and had a nice touch of garlic to each piece. I had the Roma pasta dish and it was godly. The environment was relaxing and awesome! The staff were super helpful and friendly! I'll probably come back again for Fiesta! read more

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Judith H.

11 months ago

Wait person got to work late so opened late. No TP in restrooms, served me water in a filthy glass took 30 min to get a cup of coffee. And apparently they dont have pepper. Food was average. Don't think I will return. Too bad. They used to be good. read more

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Kitty K.

1 year ago

I can't believe I haven't left a review before. We've been eating here for more than ten years, and we go back often. The food is excellent. We love the fish, pasta, pizzas, apps, salads, and desserts. The prices are always reasonable, the staff and owner are lovely, and they are wonderful about offering options, including gluten-free options. The restaurant is moving up State Street now (May 2025) and I believe will reopen soon. read more

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Mamala A.

1 year ago

Pascucci's is open!!! Today is re-opening day. Come!!! Same crew and Santa Barbara local goodness.

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Spencer K.

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Service ways not 1st class, but we came at an intermediate hour that usually occurs during a shift change. Let's chat food, shall we? Garlic bread: well above par. Actually, excellent. Ordered a second basket. Eggplant parm: flavour is a 10, texture is an 8. Could have used more crispiness. I understand this is a personal preference issue; my preference is correct. Pasta with sausage: excellent. Well balanced* cheese based sauce, complimented by a complement of sausage. Mixed drinks: solid enough to please the most borderline of alcoholics. read more

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Precella V.

1 year ago

You are missing out if you don't come try Pascuchi's. Now at new location on upper State (by State & Victoria). Great food. Try the Salmon salad, or one of the 4 pasta lunch specials. Wish I could post photos. COME TO PASCUCHI'S...YOU'LL LOVE IT. read more

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I was craving some Italian food for lunch and I stumbled upon this place. It was a nice day so I dined outdoors. Everything looked so good but I went with the chicken parm. This came with a side of Fettuccine Alfredo. First came a basket of garlic cheese bread. The bread was served warm and it was so good. I could make a meal on just the bread. The meal came and I was pleased with the portion size. What a great deal. This is one of the better chicken parms that I've eaten. The Fettuccine was also delicious. Lucky for me I saved a piece of bread to soak everything off my plate. I didn't want to leave anything behind. Service was also good. When in town I will definitely return. read more

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First and foremost, after a full day at SB, there was a place I wanted to try but they claimed their kitchen was closed. I'm very thankful this place took us in, even when they were going to close within 30 minutes. Thank you so much for that!!! The decor is very different, very European, and the workers so attentive and friendly. Service is awesome. I was so disappointed with the food, I expected much more, better tastier food. Do not order the pizza, I think Pizza Hut is a lot better, I didn't like my salad, or my pasta plate. Hopefully you have a better experience with the food. read more

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Marlene D.

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Food is delicious. I called in two kids meals for my daughter and her friend. They were quick to answer the phone and informed me it would only be about 10 mins. I show up about 15 mins later and was greeted after waiting in the front for about 2 mins. I let them know I had ordered two kids meals to go and wanted to pay. They took the money right away but it was about 15 mins for me to get my change. I think there is only one person there that's allowed to deal with the change and that person is VERY slow. Besides the long wait for my change the food was great. The kids meals are big portions and was more than enough food for my 10 year old and her friend and they come with garlic bread of course I had to have some too! I will go back again and hope the service for payments speeds up but food wise its 5 stars plus its local read more

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Jeanne W.

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2 years ago

Horrible food. The pizza was undercooked and had way too many ingredients on it. The sauce on the pasta tasted like packaged sauce! Gross and disgusting! Service was good Dirty and old inside. read more

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Based on covid takeout. Handily met expectations. Takeout was quick around 18-20 minutes. The ravioli leading the two dishes. Perfectly al dente. The lamb inside was perfectly cooked and warm after a 20 minute transport. The sauce was rich, tangy, and not too heavy. The angel hair with shrimp and sundried tomato's was awesome. The pasta was airy and absorbed the flavor perfectly. The shrimp was a little over but the flavor coming from the garlic and white wine was awesome. Both of these dishes were $34. Great price for the quality. Recommend! read more

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Adele P.

2 years ago

The food was so delicious, especially the pasta! Ambiance is quaint with antique furniture. The is very friendly and helpful.

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Jake C.

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Looking for the Santa Barbara twilight zone experience? Came in for lunch, was quickly sat at a table on the street, we ordered and waited 40 minutes. I know for sure because I sent a friend a text right after we ordered. We never got the drinks we ordered, didn't get any water, we didn't get the salads we ordered or the food. Not once did our waiter come and check on us or tell us what was going on or why there was a wait, we actually didn't even see her again. We tried to get the attention of other wait staff to no success. If you are trying to eat here know that: "You are traveling through another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound but of mind. A journey into a wondrous land of imagination. Next stop, the Twilight Zone!" read more

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Gayle M.

1 year ago

My favorite is the three ravioli combo. We are SOO SAD that they have lost their lease and will be closing. :(

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Kirsten L.

8 months ago

I took my daughter and her boyfriend out for dinner. This place had 1 server and 1 other guy helping clear. We got there at 5:30 and the first thing I noticed was this poor older woman sweating, red faced and working her ass off. while no manager helping no front of the house person doing any PR. A table next to us was trying to pay and they ignored them for like 40 minutes. We saw our server 2 times the whole time we were there. 2 hours. She brought our food. My daughters had to go back because it was incorrect. She then waited another 25 minutes for them to bring her the correct dish which was so unacceptable. My food was ice cold. I do not blame the server. I blame the owner the manager. This is complete crap she should not have been put in that position to take care of the entire front of the house by herself. I still tipped her even though I shouldn't have, but I felt bad for her. Shame on whoever owns Pascucci. The only reason I didn't leave was because my daughter was so hungry. read more

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We really enjoyed our dinner at Pascucci. Our server was friendly and amazing. The food was greasy and tasty. My son said the pizza was the best he has ever tasted. The mozzarella appetizer was amazing. Great service and wonderful food. read more

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Mark W.

3 years ago

Had the tortellini which was very good. Service was also very friendly and attentive and the indoor seating was nice. read more

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T B.

1 year ago

I have recently heard all these great reviews about this place. While in SB today for a Dr apt I decided to stop in and try it. Upon arrival you have to wait to be seated at a stand on the patio outside. We waited almost 15 mins nobody ever came to greet us. So we had to go in and ask. While standing on the sidewalk waiting we observed several of the tables on the patio dirty and not bussed or reset. After going to ask we were assisted by an older woman who sat us. As soon as we sat she walked away only to return in approx 3 mins to ask if we were ready to order we had not even opened the menu. She asked if we wanted to start with drinks which we ordered. We also ordered an appetizer and one entree as I was not quite ready yet being I hadn't been able to review the menu. Upon her coming back to the table I already had a very bad feeling by her overall demeanor and attitude. I asked about a particular item while she was standing there hovering waiting for me to order. She seemed to get very upset by my questions and then proceed to make a snide remark. At this point her attitude prevailed. She stated I'll be back as she caught a bad tude huffed and briskly walked away. Approximately "10" mins later We were then greeted by another employee, Juvencio. At this time I was ready to order. He repeated what we had previously preordered only to find she only told him about one menu item ordered. I had ordered ice tea unbeknownst to be it was Tropical flavored. Nasty. He kindly swapped it out for another drink. I think she should have told me it wasn't regular Ice tea and was flavored. From there on out the experience was much better. Juvencio did a GREAT job. Although he was the only one working he did an awesome job being greeter, server, bartender, busser and cashier. The place started filling up as it was just the beginning of the dinner hour. Still by himself he was on it. Greeting serving and bussing the many tables he had. My final thought on this place is I wouldn't be going back anytime soon if at all. I didn't find the food as good as everyone said it was. Mediocre at best. My entree was very salty as was my husbands dish. I think the older woman's employment needs to be reviewed. First impression as a first time visitor wasn't good at all. It all boiled down to initial service and food. Staffing also plays a big part of this experience. The customers are your bread and butter you should make sure that they are taken care of every step of the way of their dining experience. Juvencio on the other hand was a Rock Star. Although alone he did the best he could and should be praised for holding it down. read more

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Michelle M.

1 year ago

We just ate at Pascucci (4 adults) and loved everything. It's very cute and inviting inside. There is a lot to choose from on the menu. My mom had some questions and the server took his time to go over the options with her. Everyone loved their food. First the garlic bread included was so good! Our entrees came out hot and plated nicely. We had the butter leaf salad, spaghetti bolognese with meatballs, pepperoni pizza pasta and shrimp piccata. The portions were more than generous. I would definitely eat here again! read more

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Outdoor seating is quite nice, great atmosphere, very good service, but food quality has suffered from compared to years past, yet is still good just not great. Pascucci's has been been one of my favorite Santa Barbara and quite frankly favorite restaurants of all time. It has been a few years since I had been to Pascucci since they were at the former State St location. So what I really noticed was portion size seemed to be a little larger but quality of dishes has gone from cravable to just average. Has the ownership changed? The dishes you to very fresh but now seam to made long time ahead for reheating on pasta at time of order? Anyway I was very disappointed as the result was my favorite dish the Balaggio (Bow tie past with cream sauce and mushrooms, onions, shredded smoked chicken, and sun dried tomatoes - amazing as originally made) but the chicken had obviously been soaking in the sauce for very long time and the taste of the original dish just was there. The same was true for every item we ordered. So the food is solidly good, but don't expect the same quality of Pascucci's of years past, in that respect I was sorely disappointed and my craving for my favorite dish of as not met. read more

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Kesha I.

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5 years ago

Our last night in town and the Weatherman was in the mood for Italian and a glass of wine. We were seated immediately but had to wait a little bit to order drinks and dinner. We sat outside and the space was little tight. We were closer to others than we would've liked to have been. I decided on the Eggplant Parmesan and a Caesar Salad, the Weatherman ordered Risotto. I will say that my Eggplant Parm was 5/5, it was seasoned to perfection and came out piping hot!! The parm came with a side of fettuccine but that needed some more loving, it tasted like an afterthought...I left it on my plate. Hubby enjoyed his Risotto, I tasted but it wasn't for me. He didn't finish it though, we may have overdone it on the bread basket and wine before the entrees arrived. read more

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Laura N.

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Love this place! I used to eat here all the time in college. I went back with my family yesterday after 15 years and it's still the same great restaurant! Loved the service and food. The restaurant looked the same as it did when I went here and it brought back so many good memories. Love that they're still thriving and serving great Italian food. Highly recommend! read more

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Dined outdoors on a Saturday and was one of the first to be served because we arrived just as they opened. The service was efficient. Our server refilled our drinks without us having to ask and checked on us periodically. For starters you get a basket of cheesy garlic bread which was A-mazing! We would have gotten another but we wanted to save room for our food. For an appetizer we had the meatballs and the portion was huge. There were 3 of us and we couldn't finish it. My favorite dish was the pasta Pascucci with chicken and shrimp. This dish had a slight heat to it but not too much. The flavors were rich but soft to the palate. A definite must when in Santa Barbara! read more

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Alice B.

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Best Italian food in the city by far. I am a spaghetti snob and I have searched around. With the recession in mind, the prices are more than fair and Laura, our waitress was an angel. She was overloaded as they were short staffed and she was amazing. Thank you Laura and the Pascucci staff! We will be back read more

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Rebecca A.

2 years ago

It was getting late and we weren't too hungry but knew we should eat so we went to State Street (Santa Barbara's Main Street) and ended up at Pascucci. It wasn't busy and they able to seat us right away. The service was excellent! Everyone was very nice. We ordered a salad and an appetizer to share, with iced tea to drink. Everything was wonderful... the tea is brewed locally and was some of the best iced tea I have ever had. It is quaint, with a lot of character. If you are looking for Italian I would definitely recommend. read more

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Kacey S.

2 years ago

Horrible food. All of our plates had cold food mixed in with luck warm food. The only people who ate were my kids, and they would eat chicken off the floor if you let them. I hope none of us get sick. Thinking about the food makes me ill. I never complain, but this was horrible, and I kindly mentioned it to the waiter, who was very friendly and just said, " oh. read more

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Lucy B.

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2 years ago

My longtime go-to fave for Italian pastas. Garlic bread is insanely good, and they're generous with it. Pascucci special pasta is delish and has a kick. I recently asked for a fettuccine with pesto and shrimp - not on the menu, just had a craving. The owner served up an incredibly tasty concoction! Tiramisu is authentic and perfectly balanced. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Emily V.

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I came here for an early dinner with my mom on a Sunday - I made a reservation and we were seated promptly in the outdoor patio area. The indoor area, as of right now, is only reserved for larger parties. They brought out garlic bread to start and we ordered the Roasted Garlic & Baked Brie as well as the Mushroom Marsala. Both apps came with bread, so we were basically drowning in bread at that point (not a terrible thing). The Mushroom Marsala was salty, so it wasn't my favorite. The Brie came with garlic and sliced pears, which was a simple but super tasty starter. I ordered the Orvieto, which is essentially butternut squash ravioli. A few of the raviolis were completely missing squash, it lacked flavor and the dish itself was very oily. This pales in comparison to the butternut ravioli from Eataly (my all time fav/point of reference for any butternut ravioli). As for the shrimp piccata - the fettuccine portion was ok, but the shrimp that was with it was amazing - it came in a super lemony caper sauce that really added to the fettuccine. If I came back to this restaurant, I definitely would want to explore other dishes. read more

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Nancy B.

3 years ago

Have ordered the antipasto salad often but the quality's definitely changed. No chunks of cheese, pepperoni, olives etc. anymore. Just a salad with nearly invisible tiny pieces of any antipasto items. And the meatball appetizer was pretty to look at but had just a couple of tiny meatballs under lots of sauce and cheese. Both items not worth the charge. On the other hand, the eggplant parmigiana was great. The dinner portions are hearty and the variety of sides available is more than you'd expect. read more

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Food is amazing with lots of flavor, Service was attentive and friendly, Ambiance is chill with soft lighting. Music negative hip hop not really going with the vibe. Overall great place. read more

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1230-A State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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(805) 963-8123
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http://pascuccirestaurant-sb.com

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Hours

What time does Pascucci open?

Pascucci opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Pascucci close?

Pascucci closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Pascucci closes at 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 12:00 PM - 8:30 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Pascucci take Bitcoin?

No, Pascucci does not take Bitcoin.

Does Pascucci take credit cards?

Yes, Pascucci takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Pascucci have catering options?

Yes, Pascucci does have catering options.

Does Pascucci have a drive thru?

No, Pascucci does not have a drive thru.

Does Pascucci have a happy hour?

Yes, Pascucci has a happy hour.

Does Pascucci serve alcohol?

Yes, Pascucci serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Pascucci allow dogs?

Yes, Pascucci allows dogs.

Does Pascucci have TVs?

No, Pascucci does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Pascucci have bike parking?

Yes, Pascucci has bike parking.

Does Pascucci have outdoor seating?

Yes, Pascucci has outdoor seating options.

Does Pascucci have parking?

Yes, Pascucci has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Pascucci wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Pascucci is wheelchair accessible.

Does Pascucci have free WiFi?

Yes, Pascucci has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Pasta*Vino*Cappuccino For over 30 years, this locally owned downtown gem has served up savory Italian dishes, garden-fresh salads, local & international wines, and house-made sauces, dressings and desserts. A favorite of locals & tourists alike, Pascucci is both affordable & delicious. We are a local business that truly supports local business... Our meats are delivered fresh daily from Shalhoob Meat Company. Our seafood swims in daily from Kanaloa Seafoods. Our produce is delivered fresh 7 days a week and most of our dry goods are supplied by Jordano's. We get our coffee and iced tea from Santa Barbara Roasting Company. And of course a wide variety of local wines. We also offer a full bar. Great kid's menu. Patio seating where pets are welcomed! Saluti e pranzo felice!

History

Established in 1993.

Locally owned and operated for over thirty years, Pascucci has been a vibrant part of Downtown Santa Barbara. Owner Laura Knight, chosen Citizen of the year by the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization, truly enjoys giving back to the community, including charitable support for local non-profits. Visitors and locals are repeat customers - three locations in thirty years and still going strong. Pascucci's has always been a part of the downtown business scene.

Meet the Business Owner: Laura K.

Chosen as the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization's Citizen of the Year in 2000, Laura is a vibrant part of the downtown business scene. Sole owner of Pascucci's for over two decades, she is proud of her business and the part is plays in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara.

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Do they take reservations?

Gluten free options?

I know they have a lot of veggies & salad on the menu. I am sure those gluten sensitive can find something. I did not however specifically see Gluten Free.

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Everything comes prepared

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Italian was on the menu tonight and Yelp brought us here…read more Via Maestro 42 has a small interior mostly made up of two top tables, and then an outside covered area within the parking lot. On this fine March evening, we opted to sit outdoors. I was concerned with how much lighting there would be once the sun set but they didn't really have any four tops available inside for us. (In the end, the interior lights from the neighboring business helped illuminate our table that was directly in front of the restaurant, and not necessarily under the outside covered area.) After we put in our order and received the complimentary bread (with the provided olive oil), we were questioning whether we had ordered too much food. We attempted to ask the waiter if it was too much and he didn't really answer our question. And since there was only one table next to us and he was dining solo, it was hard to gauge the portion sizes. We ordered: * Antipasto Sampler Platter $19.95 - A generous selection from their deli case, perfect for sharing. The butter bean with tuna salad was a first for me and has me thinking of how to incorporate more butter beans in my diet. Other items included grilled zucchini, grilled eggplant, mixed olives, farro salad, green beans, salami, tomato and mozzarella. * Bucatini all'Amatriciana $22.95 - We opted for this as it was a described as a traditional dish from he Lazio region. It was enjoyed by all. * Linguine con Vongole $26.95 - Next to arrive was the linguine, which was the absolute favorite for us all. It was light, filled with clams, and just had a great taste overall. * Farfalle al Pesto $19.95 - The Little Gal wanted pesto, but this version was so heavy. It was exhausting to eat and probably our least favorite. * Polenta Del Montanaro $21.95 - The mushrooms and polenta sounded amazing, but again this was very heavy for us. There were also a few hard bits of polenta mixed in. It was just overwhelming in not the best way. Overall, the portions are HUGE and just perfect for sharing. We would have dreaded being stuck with one dish on our own as it's just too much. We were also concerned about the $3.95 split charge fee that may apply, hence why we went with four entrees. You can easily get your fill with a few items here without breaking the bank. I can definitely see why they have such great ratings. The restroom is located in the back, so you do need to walk outside to access the restroom. I guess this avoids having you walk through the kitchen to get there. Service was fine. We did have one primary waiter but the other staff stepped in when necessary. It was pretty busy for a weekday evening, at least for all the outside tables. Since it's a bit away from the touristy area, you do get a sense there are more locals enjoying this spot.

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Toma Restaurant & Bar

4.5(1.5k reviews)

1.3 mi

OMG when we come in from Jackson hole, we love eating here, we take the kids and we all go. It's…read moreone of the best environments. The food is delicious. So glad there's quality food still in town. Coming from LA the food capital of the world, this place is so good.

This is an outstanding restaurant on all levels. It's very popular, so make a reservation!…read more The food is delicious and the portions are very ample. The side dishes such as the mixed seasonal vegetables are worthy as an entree. The wait staff are very professional and inviting. The service is prompt. The host is exceptionally anxious to please guests. The restaurant is beautifully appointed with fresh flowers at each table. Tables are dressed in white cloths and the flatware and glassware are exceptional. the space is sparkling clean. The full bar is also an inviting place to sit and the cocktails are clearly prepared by a mixologist. ENJOY!

Inside

Complimentary bread - honestly it was just ok

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Amuse bouche - fried olives with cheese

Arnoldi’s Cafe

Food was solid…read more Service was even better Location a little awkward But man did they really used all of that space Don't let the first part of the restaurant fool you there is two other rooms both having there own vibe!!!! Must try the outside for that outside villa vibe Then the second room for a nice little cafe feeling Then the bar area for well the bar scene

This is a classic Santa Barbara institution. That's been here as long as I remember…read more Fantastic Italian food portions of epic sizes My only complaint of this restaurant is minus one star for the sometimes questionable service but absolutely wonderful food. Entrées are easily big enough to split between two.

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Ca' Dario

3.9(843 reviews)

0.1 mi

Popped in on a Weekday for a dinner date early evening-- no reservation/ no wait. (don't let the no…read morewait discourage you) Hot or Not? Ravioli al Burro e Salve : Spinach + Ricotta rav 10/10 bites Beau & I split this one dish (during our SB food tour) and it is rich & delicious, the Crispy sage, the brown butter sauce, the raviolis cooked perfectly all blend so well in this dish. my favorite Rav in all of the (SB) land. HOT! I will keep coming back for this dish. Excellent Service. (we love montecito but it's just not the same at that location, I've had it here before & it's superior in this location) Prime Corner location, lovely ambiance, plentiful street parking in the area (Note: Our "Food Tour" is not an actual Tour, that's what I call going to multiple restaurants in a day i.e., to make the most of a weekend trip/ day trip)

My dad was craving Italian food on a recent stay in Santa Barbara, and this place came up as a dog…read morefriendly option. We had spent the day wandering through wine tastings and Solvang, so we were hungry. I wish we would have stopped somewhere else though. Ca'Dario was ok, but definitely not great. I wouldn't come back. - mozzarella caprese: probably the best thing on the menu. It's tough to mess up cheese and tomatoes. - fettuccine Alfredo: The dish became coagulated when it was set down in front of us, which made it really unappetizing. - ravioli: This was good, but not memorable. - spaghettini Della Nona: the best pasta we ate.

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Bettina

4.1(809 reviews)

3.1 mi

Loved Bettina x3 and would be back in an instance and also recommend others visit. The four leaf…read moreclover was on our side cause we managed to get seated on a Friday night at prime dinner time without a reservation. The host staff was accommodating and friendly. Our small party of 2 was seated at the pizza counter which was an experience in itself. Our server, bummed I don't recall her name, was extremely friendly, present, and accessible. Ordered a cacio e pepe arancini, beet and burrata salad, and pepperoni pizza. All three items were served in a timely manner and tasted really good! The pepperoni pizza was a bit soggy towards the center but flavor was on point. The cacio e pepe arancini was yummy but could have used a tad more dipping sauce. The salad was great. The restaurant atmosphere is lively, vibrant, and an ideal space to engage in conversation. If you're looking for an enjoyable pizza and pasta experience when in the Montecito / Santa Barbara area, Bettina is your best bet.

It was a solid meal!…read more My husband and I showed up around 5 pm on a Monday and were seated right away without issue. It is a small space so we were seated very close to two other tables (the kind of close where it's hard to focus on your own convo). We ordered the Caesar Salad to start. I feel like I've had this exact salad (as in gem lettuce, breadcrumbs, lemony dressing) other places executed a little better. The breadcrumbs were almost too hard creating a grainy/sandy texture rather than a nice crunch. Good flavor though. We also got the Meatballs "Alla Vodka." This was the highlight of the meal for me. My husband thought they could've used more of a binder but personally I liked that they felt more meaty than bready. I recommend using the spoon to eat the meatballs so you get enough sauce with each bite. Don't want any of that delicious sauce to go to waste! We got the pepperoni pizza for our entree. This pizza was just okay to me based on my personal preferences so take this with a grain of salt! I'm not the biggest sourdough person and since the pizza is fermented it has a similar flavor. I also wish that the pizza was a little less charred. I think it was more burnt on top than charred but maybe that's what they're going for and I'm just not the audience. We enjoyed the pepperoni pizza with the house ranch. I really enjoyed this bc I prefer a dill-heavy ranch and this definitely delivered that! Overall, solid meal and would come back. Our server was a little awkward but didn't really affect our experience all that much.

Dining room and Bar during a bustling Saturday lunch

Meat lovers pizza

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English Pesto Pea Pasta

Mizza

4.1(763 reviews)

0.1 mi

I had an amazing lunch! I ordered the burrata and heirloom tomatoe, and the tomatoes were super…read morefresh and juicy. Jenny was my server, and she was so attentive and always on top of things.

We got lunch here on Sunday and had such a phenomenal experience! The food was delicious and so…read morewell-balanced. My husband and I split the anti-pasta, the spinach gnocchi, and the meatball and caramelized onion pizza. Everything was absolutely amazing, and we are still talking about the pasta sauce, deeply regret not getting an extra order to go! More than that, we received the most outstanding service. Our server Tavon was knowledgeable about the menu, attentive, and anticipated our every need. He was so friendly and joyful and made us feel so welcome.

Inside Private area

Arugula prosciutto pizza

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Wild Mushroom and Leek Fettuccine

Saint Bibiana

4.6(202 reviews)

0.6 mi

If you're in Santa Barbara - do not leave without trying this place. Casual, hidden gem on a quiet…read morestreet. You order at the counter and find a seat. The setting is great! Your table is thoughtfully set up with plates and cutlery for you to grab as needed and perfect for sharing. Grab your drink from the fridge. Plenty of options to select from: water, flavored Pellegrino, beer, or if you prefer they have some beer options on draft. Let's get to it! The Figgy Piggy- wow! If you love sweet and salty, this is it! A fig marmalade as your sauce layer with plenty of crispy bacon and a ricotta center. 10/10 You will not go wrong with a pepperoni classic. The pepperoni cups are crispy with a subtle spice. The lemon mushroom is also a great slice! The cauliflower salad was AMAZING!! The herby flavorful yogurt based dressing was so tasty. The cauliflower was just roasted to perfection. You have to get the garlic knots! These are buttery, soft, pull apart beautifully and are topped with real garlic. Honestly the best knots I've ever had in my life! Make sure to leave room for their cookies! Overall the service was great, great casual ambiance and even more amazing food!

Saint Bibiana Came…read moreback here after a few years, and somehow it was exactly the same in the best way. The first time, we stopped in because my daughter was hungry--one bite of the pizza and I remember thinking, "wait... this is actually really good." Fast forward to now, same situation, same reaction. Still memorable. The crust is nicely thin with that perfect balance--crispy but not dry. The margherita was cheesy, flavorful, and super well-balanced (not overly salty or greasy, which is rare). Just clean, simple, done right. My husband tried the lemon mushroom, and that was surprisingly good too--bright, a little different, but still comforting. I also love how easy it is here--you can grab a single slice or go all in on a full pie. They've got beer on tap, and there's even a free old-school arcade game, which made it extra fun for the family. Laid-back vibe, great pizza, and one of those places that sticks in your memory. Easily my favorite pizza spot in Santa Barbara lately.

Margarita Pizza

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Sausage

L’antica Pizzeria Da Michele - Santa Barbara

3.9(210 reviews)

0.2 mi

If you are looking for some quality pizza in SB, look no further. L' antica pizzeria hand makes and…read morebakes each pizza order in-house. I love the thin crusts of their pizzas because it doesn't leave you feeling too heavy even if you ate the whole pizza (aka, no food coma crash despite the carbs). Tried the Caserta Pizza (5/5) It's made with double flor di latte sauce base that gives it creaminess. Then topped with Italian sausage, garlic pecorino, basil, smoked provolone cheese, and Calabrian chili. The sausage was savory, and the cheese was melty and of good quality. You can taste the mild spice from the chili flakes and the herbal-ness from the basil. Add-on some of their housemade chili oil sauce for an additional spice kick. Service was professional and courteous. We had a great time and really enjoyed our dine-in experience here. We'll be coming back to try out other flavors for sure.

I cannot believe that this place doesn't have five stars on Yelp. This was the best pizza I have…read morehad in recent memory. Wow. Paper thin crust, fresh ingredients. I thought I must've been in Napoli. I was with some friends because we were on our way to a performance (I am a musician) and we were in a hurry. The waiter accommodated us and the pizza came out in under 10 minutes, I believe. The atmosphere is simple but nice. I was surprised that it wasn't more busy on a Friday night. I am telling you, this was fantastic pizza. I cannot wait to go back and to try some of the pasta.

Polipo: braised Spanish octopus, potato, olive, caper, tomato

CAPRICCIOSA: Tomato, Fior di Latte, Pecorino, Basil, Artichoke, Mushroom, Black Olive, Ham

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DIAVOLA: Tomato, Fior di Latte, Pecorino, Basil, Spicy Soppressata

Convivo Restaurant and Bar

4.1(746 reviews)

1.9 mi

Convivo was a delightful way to end our Santa Barbara vacation. It's located in the Santa Barbara…read moreInn, and it has free valet if you're visiting the restaurant. Sit on the patio, which overlooks the beach. I'm sure at night, it's just beautiful. - Avocado toast: My dad had this, and it was filled with ripe avocados. - Furikake eggs: I really enjoyed this dish. It was light, and not heavy like most brunch foods. The brioche bread was delicious. - Chorizo and egg scramble piadina: Wow this was unexpectedly the best dish of the morning. Hearty, flavorful and the crust was perfect. I'd order this the next time I'm in town.

This is a review specifically a review for the bar…read more Convivo is lucky to have an unassuming rockstar mixologist in Devin. We sat at Devin's bar for over 2 hours drinking and eating and running up a decent tab after arriving at the Santa Barbara Inn. Espresso Martinis, Old Fashions, and more were expertly crafted and creatively presented. I suspect we will be back at SBI's restaurant and bar again based upon the great experience we had earlier today. Thank you Devin for the great work and service!

Hugo Spritz

$18 Spicy Soppressata Salame pizza on happy hour menu

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Desert

Loquita

4.4(1.7k reviews)

1.0 mi

Visited Loquita on 04/11/26 for a birthday celebration and let me tell you I was blown away by the…read moreentire Loquita experience! From the food to the service to the ambience, all of it was truly an amazing experience. Food - We got the patatas bravas and the paella verde. Both were phenomenal. I have tried ~4 other vegan paellas and was originally skeptical going into this, but Loquita's paella was by far the best vegan paella I've ever had! The attention to detail is what made the dish shine. It had perfectly tender mushrooms and artichokes as well as the delicious vegan cream on top. They were able to make the dish smoky and delicious. Dessert - We got the crème brûlée and the pistachio ice cream. Both were truly wonderful, when I go back I will order both of these again! Vibe and Staff - Super cute and romantic vibe, perfect for a nice date. The staff was super attentive and even gave me a little postcard for my birthday! Definitely worth the visit :)

This place is hyped as a date place…read more It's in a fancy location near the beach, nice patio. It is good food but overhyped IMO. $16 for patatas bravas is a bit on the silly end. lts also one of thoses places that defaults to 20% tip on the low end. I have no problem with paying a 20% tip but the service was poor on my visit. We gave one instructions/request that were just completely disregarded. Very little in terms of service other than attempts to upsell with more Tapas when we were done. Sorry, just being honest.