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.

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.

Honestly this place has gotta be the best pizza & ranch I've ever had…read more I stumbled upon this gem for the first time this past Wednesday night & it was amazing. They have live jam sessions on their patio Wednesday nights & we got lucky enough to walk into it (such a nice surprise)! It was such a great experience hanging out on the patio while waiting for our food, then being able to enjoy it with live music. We got a whole pepperoni pie (no picture) & a side of their homemade ranch. Everything was so delicious - hands down the best pizza & ranch I've had. The bite & chew of the pizza was perfect & everything was so tasty. I went back today for lunch on my way back home to socal & got to try their individual Sicilian slice. The dough is thick & bready - about 2 inch thickness. I added sausage, mushrooms, & jalapeños on my slice & yummm. 10000/10 would recommend I will definitely be back & be stopping by any time I pass through Santa Barbara

Such a fun vibe! We went when it was almost closing time but the server was nice enough to let us…read moreorder and dine in. The decor is so fun + they play music on a record player! We got the white pizza with ricotta cheese, garlic and shallots. The shallots were blended in with the cheese (instead of being put as toppings) - loved it; added a nice texture. Definitely going back! Limited indoor (bar) seating and plenty of outdoor seating. Parking could be hard to find (street parking).

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.

My mother, who isn't much of a pizza person, liked her pizza so much that she wanted to come back…read morehere a second time before we departed Santa Barbara. So, we came here for a second visit during our 3-day visit, at around 3pm and it was very empty. We ordered the same thing, Salty Surfer with mushroom, and my kid added pepperoni this time to his kids cheese pizza. It was just as tasty as last time, and everyone even ate the crust lol! Service here is so friendly. The staff are super chill and casual, and were all really nice to my 7 year old kid. Our table was a bit sticky and we put a napkin over the sticky part, and when a staff was clearing our table, he apologized for the sticky part for not cleaning it. Not a big deal at all, but really nice it was acknowledged in such a respectful way. This will now be my go-to when we come back next time!

Long line when we got there for dinner! Didn't realize it stretched all the way to the back of the…read morebuilding where the ambiance is a little more classy. We ordered a Confit Garlic Bread and Salty Surfer based on other recommendations. I honestly wasn't too much of a fan of the Salty Surfer as it don't stand out compared to usual pizzas I would get elsewhere, but I really enjoyed the Garlic Bread. Very cheesy and the basil is a good addition! Would definitely want to try something else on the menu next time!

Haven't been here for many years and this visit was just as good as when I was last here…read more Ordered the calimari and it was crispy and soft (not tough). The Gamberetti al Aglio e Olio Piccante was delicious and saucy. Just the right amount of spice for the shrimp and extra sauce to dip the wonderful bread into. Margherita pizze was good too- don't wait too long to eat it the cheese will solidify and lose that stretchy creaminess. Basil was a nice touch and not too spicy overpowering Mare chiaro pizze was a long time favorite. Unfortunately halfway through eating the pizza noticed there were no clam pieces to be found. We asked the server and she mentioned they had run out. To make up for this, a free dessert was comped. Added bonus order- crepes Crespella à la Nutella: this means heaven in your mouth lol. Was able to watch the cook make it from start to finish (such a friendly guy too!) server also added ice cream on the side and man this was amazing with added sparkles of goodness! Overall a wonderful reunion of flavor and good memories. It's always a delight to come and dine here- thank you for the friendly service and delicious food!

The food here was on point, by the end of the night I was stuffed. The waitress we got was super…read morenice and made us feel so welcome. Lastly the restaurant itself felt as if you had just stepped right into old Italy. I will most definitely be coming back.

Excellent Neopolitan and Chicago Deep Dish! We had both last night. The Neopolitan was thin and had…read moreamazing flavor and the Deep Dish reminded me of Chicago, but not as heavy, which is a good thing! The restaurant is clean and inviting, and the service was above par. We sat outside and people-watched, even seeing a neighbor out enjoying State Street. Love downtown restaurants, and this one is definitely worth the visit!

i was staying at state street and wanted to order something ahead so i could enjoy in the hotel…read more when i went to pick it up it was super chaotic inside. small space with a ton of people and everyone was kind of like grouped around without organization. the staff was very nice when they were able to help me, just took a while because of how busy they were. the pizza was amazing! and the bread/roll too! i recommend ordering super early in order to beat the dinner rush

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.

Dang. I checked in and forgot to review. We drove 2.5 hours in the rain, to try this pizza. It…read morewas definitely worth the drive. Not only was the food delicious, the owner and location are also wonderful. The man is in love with Jesus and it shows. He puts a lot of care in the food he makes. They use imported flour from Italy and other quality ingredients. We ordered 2 different pizzas and a order of garlic bread and salad. Every thing was hot and fresh The garlic bread and pepperoni pizza were fire. I didn't try the veggie pie, but my wife said it was also delicious. We cant wait to go back and vist. One of the best hand tossed pies around. Go see them ASAP.

My wife and I drove up from Temecula to celebrate Valentine's weekend in Santa Barbara, and as a…read morebig-time pizza lover, Cali-Forno was at the top of my bucket list. It did NOT disappoint. From the first bite, I knew this was something special. The flavor, the crust, the freshness -- hands down some of the best pizza I've ever had. I even had the chance to meet the owner and his son, which made the experience that much better. Super genuine people. We caught him filming a Valentine's TikTok while we were there -- great vibes all around. It was so good, I went back for lunch one day and dinner the next. And yes... I bought an extra pie to take back home and enjoy throughout the week. If you're in Santa Barbara and love pizza, this spot is a must.

This is a great pizza spot. It is very loyal to the east coast style of pizza. I was happy to find…read morea legit east coast pizzeria in the area. The express part is really upheld here. The slices of pizzas came out fast. This place offers a by the slice option where they re heat the slices per order. The people working there are awesome and great. The pizza is amazing east coast. The pizza slices come out fast.

I have been looking for New York style pizza, by the slice, in Santa Barbara since 1987. Have tried…read moremany "good" pizzas, but never quite the New York taste. Saw a post yesterday that Gino's had it. So, my wife and I went. Yes, it was small (very NY feel). Smelled good, but lacked the smell I expected. My wife and daughter asked ordered specialized personal pizzas, and I was ready for a slice, but they had none! Lorenzo, the owner, said he'd make me one in 10 minutes if I wanted to wait. I did. He threw in a family sized salad and the slice on the house. Took it home to eat, and it was great! Thin crust. Able to fold and eat. I think it may have needed more oregano and no grease drip that I was used to, but probably better healthwise. Was it NY pizza? Almost. Will I go again? Absolutely. I'm telling everyone, closest thing I have found in nearly 40 years.