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Love this farm to table concept. Super cute spot with a little magic card performance during our dinner. We shared the focaccia bread with their balsamic garlic sauce and their yoga pants salad. The bread was so fluffy and soft with a nice little crunch to the edge - loved their dipping sauce too. The salad was so fresh with beets, snap peas, sweet potatoes and other fresh vegetables. Loved how clean yet flavorful the food was. Will definitely come again. The staff was super friendly too.
Sucks that this place is closing! Perfect for spritz, a bottle of wine and people watching. The service is a little slow to begin with but friendly and great recommendations from the staff. They have vegetarian options for bites! They source ingredients from local vendors and have tasty options.
Unfortunately, I didn't have the best experience here as I imagined it to be. I stopped by on a warm day and wanted to enjoy a Spritz. I walked in and spoke with the guy working the bar area. I wasn't sure if I had to order my drink there or if there was table service. He said he could take my order and then I could go find a table to sit at. I placed my order for a Spritz and found a table outside. It seemed like 15 minutes had passed by and still no drink. He tended to another table in front of me with a group of women he knew. I thought he would stop by my table after, but he didn't even acknowledge me. Finally, another staff member tended to me and I told her I had placed my order at the bar and was still waiting for it. She was very kind and quickly got it for me. My observation of this guy, was that he acknowledged everyone around me but for some reason never acknowledged me until my bill was ready. Such a bizarre experience! In any case, I still managed to enjoy myself and was glad the Eva waited on me. She was very kind and I appreciate her getting my drink and food in a timely manner. I ordered the Spanish cheese plate, which was the perfect snacking board. It comes with manchego, membrillo, corn nuts, cornichon, quince, strawberries, focaccia, and charcoal sourdough bread. This plate is great for two people. Overall, a not so great experience, but grateful that Eva came to the rescue! It left me unsure of whether I would come back, only time will tell.
The natural wine bar of my dreams! We came to SB on a trip and were searching for wine bars that serve natural wine, and this one kept popping up as a top choice -- and it absolutely lived up to the hype. It's located right on State Street, so there's plenty to explore nearby. We came right at opening and were greeted by the friendliest host. The style of the space is amazing -- walls lined with bottles, funky furniture, and such a fun, modern vibe. They were also super dog‑friendly and immediately brought my pup a water bowl, which I always appreciate. The host was incredibly knowledgeable and answered all my questions (and I had many). I'm still new to the wine world, so her openness and guidance meant a lot. I sampled two wines and chose the one that was perfect for me. I also loved that they bring the bottle to your table to show you and tell you more about it. My partner had one of their vermouth cocktails and loved it. We even learned about a natural wine event happening next month that we might come back for. The host also recommended wineries in the area based on our preferences -- such a thoughtful touch. Would definitely come back anytime we're in SB.
Came on a Monday night and it was decently busy but we didn't have any issues getting a table. Since we had our dog we sat outside. They have some tables by heaters but we weren't able to snag one. Service was very friendly right off the bat. They came by and explained their natural approach to wine and the local food. Everything is sourced from the local farmers market that happens in Santa Barbara which was awesome. We got two glasses of wine and we were able to try them before committing. For food we got the focaccia, the YP salad and the persimmon salad. The star is definitely the focaccia. Different than other kinds in that this one is more dense but still really good thyme/rosemary flavor and the the crust is still crispy while the inside is really moist and soft. The garlic/balsamic they serve with it is delicious and perfectly cooked to be spreadable like butter. Both of the salads were good but we liked the YP salad for the contrasting textures and the good amount of acidity the dish had. The roasted roots made it more substantial too.
These cauliflower al pastor tacos were delicious! The pineapple and creme were the perfect combination of sweet and spice. The restaurant had a vibey atmosphere with a great music selection. The service was ok, they checked on us once and took a little while to get them to come back around to us.
They exceeded my expectations. I really enjoyed their cauliflower tacos and the focaccia with the garlic balsamic dipping sauce. I was looking for small bites to eat and this really hit the spot. I took the leftovers home and enjoyed them as well. The kombucha on tap is really good. The service was good, they checked on us quite often. Every time we needed help the server was there right away. It's hip on the inside but I opted to sit outside because the inside was dark since a bar lounge interior.
Stopped here for a light bite - chose it because of its central location and its Non-alcoholic drink options. Really enjoyed all the food items we ordered: The grilled cheese The castelvetrano olives And the broccolini They also sell wine - large wall of options and a fridge in the back as well with cold drinks.
The building is easy to find, parking isn't too easy to find tho. The interior is pretty nice and there is also outside seating. We sat outside because it was quieter. They have blankets for you to use when dining outside. The server was very nice and professional. We tried a few things - focaccia with garlic spread 5/5, potato salad 4/5 , and cauliflower tacos 4/5. They could use more seasoning and way more dishes. Everything is plant based and most vegan restaurants in the area closed, they should use that to their advantage by offering way more food options but most of their menu is booze. We ordered non alcoholic yuzu kombucha 5/5. I recommend going here to try it out and I hope that they add more food items to the menu. The dessert menu was super basic and uninteresting, I hope they improve that in the future as well.
I mean, the food is really good here, ofcourse it has such good ratings! Walking in, the unassuming exterior made me a little skeptical. They've outdoor street facing seatings mainly and some indoor and bar space. It's open and bright but in stark contrast to the super trendy restaurants nearby. This wine bar specializes in a small farmers market focused menu so it felt fitting we landed here for lunch after strolling through the certified farmers market a block away. We tried their vermouth and aperol spritz, lentil bolognese, grilled cheese, tacos, olive oil cake, and yuzu snap pea fennel salad. It's hard to pick BUT my fav was the bright light salad and cake topped with fresh in season SB strawberries. My partner devoured the lentils. Service was great, people were kind. Day was beautiful. Somethings to consider - weekend lunches probably are best time right after farmers market visits, so you can better appreciate the plate you're being served. Parking is awful in SB downtown, kimptons lot has 75 min free so maybe start there.
I stopped by Satellite SB on a beautiful afternoon for some drinks, and it was the perfect place to unwind. The cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent natural wine selection made the experience even better. It's a great spot to relax in Santa Barbara's Arts District. Check out more of my visit here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBc8LwtJZs5/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
So very yum. Vegan upscale comfort food- Mac n cheese was my fav. Unique flavors , friendly staff and dog friendly. I took my hubs there for his bday. And our dog, shanti. I had a Santa Barbara Pinot noir that I loved.
Super excited for the luxury of ordering from a vegan/vegetarian menu. Got the yoga pants salad, the focaccia bread, giant beans, roasted broccoli and the olive cake. I found the yoga pants salad to be really one-dimensional. I wish it had more components like pickled onion, some crunch, some herbs etc. For $22, I expected something delicious, but it was just ok. Beans were too bitter - perhaps owing the olive oil. We struggled to finish this. Roasted broccoli was more fried, oily but delicious because we love fried broccoli. Focaccia was really good. The balsamic confit was delicious! No protein sources in any of our dishes. Was cold outdoors, they didn't turn on the heaters, we should have asked. Overall happy we tried it once, wish food was tastier, more creative and less bland.
3 years ago
After my daughter and I finished the iMadonnari at the mission, we we were looking for a sit down place to relax and enjoy our dinner. The gentleman who took our order at the counter was very friendly that made us feel welcome. My daughter and I shared the salad. We both loved the sweet potatoes, beets and blueberries. The Shitake mushroom sandwich (Banh- mi) was so flavorful and stayed warm to the last bite We especially love the attention to details adding edible flowers on the plates! read more
I had the opportunity to meet with some friends here recently and it was great! Easy to get a table inside on a Tuesday after work. The staff were quick to acknowledge me upon walking in and handed me a menu. No one waits on you, rather you order at the counter. That actually made it easier for us each being responsible for paying our own bills. There is a food menu, but we didn't go for a meal. The wines are excellent! I really enjoyed the Rosé. The prices are affordable. Halfway through our visit, a staff closed the blinds adjacent to the business at the back of their space, which completely darkened our table and it was hard to see. It'd be great if they could get more lighting at the back of their location. Otherwise, great visit and I'll definitely be back! read more
My mom and I were walking around State Street and wanted to stop for a bite to eat. Satellite caught our eye and we decided to give it a try. We ordered the Eggplant Toast and Five Cheese Plate. We sat down on the patio and waited about 15 minutes for our food to come out. I really enjoyed the Eggplant Toast. The bread was crunchy on the outside but soft and airy on the inside. The toppings were delicious. I enjoyed the Five Cheese Plate, although I did find it to be underwhelming for $25. The slices of cheese were very small. The service was great. The woman that took our order was very friendly and clearly knew her way around the menu. read more
Thank you satellite for shopping and supporting local farmers. Thank you for offering incredible plant-based offerings Yoga pants salad is one of the best salads in town. The warm bowl wirh kale and quinoa so good Both cost $16 Support organic local produce and this wonderful restaurant read more
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4 years ago
Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere here that we came back the next day to try more items. Their most popular dish is the yoga pants salad which is stacked with farm fresh produce and finished with beautiful edible flowers. We loved the beans confit the most as the giant beans reminisce pillowy soft potatoes. The dish taste like a really hearty and rustic potato stew which was perfect for a cold rainy winter night. The smoked mushrooms have a good balance of tangy and smoky - just a little hard to eat with the type of chips they provided. Their daily soups are also great. The wine selections by the glass were good. Mostly fruity and lighter tannin wine choices. Great place for a date night or hanging out with friends. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Delicious! We are definitely coming back, I just wish the portions were bigger. Quick service and wide vegan menu, highly recommended. read more
2 years ago
My favorite place for a casual drink. I always opt for the Sunshine or Vermouth Spritz, and they never disappoint. Ambiance, service, and quality are excellent. read more
2 years ago
This place is delicious! I can't believe I've never been here before. The flavors in all of the dishes I tried were amazing! Everyone kept telling me to try the Yoga Pants salad, so of course I got that. Loved all the different ingredients in the salad especially the pomegranate seeds and the sweet potatoes. i also shared the confit tomatoes (delicious tomatoes) and the crudite (loved the seasoning on the veggies). Now i want to try everything else on the menu!!! The atmosphere was very hip inside and all the servers were all so nice and friendly. read more
I had been wanting to try this place for so long. I have many friends who hung out here on the regular and the environment looked right up my alley. Unfortunately, it did not live up to expectations, the prices were way too high for comfort and the dining selection didn't excite me. While I'm not a vegan, I definitely enjoy trying vegan dishes and often like them better than the less healthy versions. My mom is a vegan, however, and strongly prefers Organic whenever possible. Upon arrival there was only one other guest there, yet the wait staff still took an unusual amount of time to come over to us. When she finally did, we asked how much of their selection was Organic, and she just kept saying they get all their produce from the locals farmers' market and it's often very natural or Organic. Don't get me wrong, I love that they do the local farm-to-table concept, but if someone is seriously inquiring about Organic I wouldn't suggest saying the downgraded synonyms, "natural" or "fresh" as it insinuates it is probably not certified Organic. On the topic of local, though, they had a nice selection of wines and beers from local businesses, including beers from Draughtsmen, Captain Fatty's, The Apiary and Telegraph. The drink prices were noticeably higher than other taprooms and bottle shops in town, I tend to visit, with their prize drink, "The Sunshine Spritz," being the most affordable at $10 a glass. For lunch we had the vegan Mac N Cheese and the Bahn Mi. The Mac was very decadent and heavy, I could only have a couple bites before I was over it. It'd would work nicely as a side to something else but wouldn't suggest as a meal. The Bahn Mi was very spicy, be fair warned, and honestly just did not taste great. After the first bite I didn't want to finish it but I was very hungry (and it was expensive) so I ate it anyways. I've had really good Bahn Mi before but this one was just too acidic and lacked variety of texture and flavor. The best part was the bread, which is very out of character for me as I'm not a huge bread person. We definitely enjoyed sitting at the open-air bar, people watching on State St and breathing in the crisp Spring breeze. The interior was beautiful and the space theme, super retro. The staff were kind but slow considering the lack of crowd, and didn't feel genuine. When/If you visit, there's ticketed free parking for and hour+ in the lot right behind the building. They have a restroom inside, bar seating, patio seating, and room for small to medium groups. The space gets 4 stars for appearance but the overall experience sits at 3. I don't really see myself coming back - maybe it's for you, so take this with a grain of salt, but it's not for me. read more
4 years ago
All natural food and wine. Review just for the wine, we did not try the food but it looked delicious. No table service as you order at the bar. Prices are fair. Unfortunately they don't offer flights of wine just by the glass and bottle. read more
Satellite is a modern space themed wine bar. It sounds tacky but it's not; they actually do it well. That being said, they have limited drink options and snacks, which is to be expected when you know what it is. Here is the short and sweet of it: Pros: conveniently located, never overwhelmingly busy, super friendly and helpful staff, outdoor seating, solid products (I had a spritzer and the focaccia - both were yum!), cute quirky theme Cons: a bit pricey, limited snack options (tapas), no A/C, very limited indoor seating It's worth it to pop in for a glass of wine or mid-day spritzer. Just don't expect anything fancy or full-service and you'll be satisfied. Oh, also worth nothing that it's an order at the front situation. Enjoy! read more
Satellite is a cute vegan restaurant + wine bar right on State St. They have no indoor seating currently (Jan 2022), but tons of outdoor tables on the street. Wine by the glass are around $12-14. Olives are the best I've ever had!! read more
3 years ago
Satellite is a great place to grab some quick appetizers! You order at the host stand/bar and are welcome to find any seating available (I recommend sitting on the front patio of the weather permits as it is a great place to people watch and you will have a beautiful view of the Granada Theatre). They have a wide variety of vegetarian options which I always appreciate. I highly recommend the spinach artichoke dip and the grilled cheese. Be prepared for a hefty amount of edible (?) flowers to be thrown onto your plate. On Fridays, they occasionally have a close up magician stop by which is always a fun experience. A bit on the pricier side, but the portions are decent and the quality is sublime. read more
5 years ago
After placing my order at the front counter, I grabbed a filtered water, which is served in mason jars, and found a table in their outdoor seating area on the traffic-free street. My food came fairly quickly and I dug into the focaccia and broccoli soup. The focaccia was a good-sized portion and warm and delicious with a roasted garlic dipping oil. The soup, which came in a cute rustic bowl, was also very good. The presentation was so pretty with lots of edible flowers. I was very satisfied! I like that they have plenty of vegan options and service is friendly. I want to come back and try some of the other lovely dishes I saw at other tables. read more
4 years ago
1 year ago
I loved this place. Easy to get a table in the shade, nice counter guy with good recommendations. All vegetarian. The focaccia with garlic infused balsamic had the best flavor and was warm...yum. Yoga pants salad had a light but very flavorful dressing with pickled cauliflower and lots of goodies inside. Sea salt chocolate chip cookies were huge and a good deal for 4 for $10. Peach burrata with pest and corn were more subtle but I really liked this too. Overall can't wait to try other menu items. Will definitely be back read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Such an awesome spot! I heard about Satellite from my Airbnb host Brett, who also happens to be the lead singer of a band that plays there on Thursday nights from 6-8pm (you have to check it out - he's amazing!). We sat outside along State St and watched his band play outside - it was an incredible atmosphere and really made me feel like I was on vacation. We ordered the housemade focaccia with balsamic and it came out hot and fresh and herby - delicious. I got the yoga pants salad and my boyfriend got the kimchi grilled cheese. Both were so so good. The salad was a very generous portion filled with fresh seasonal veggies like sugar peas and topped with a lemon almond garlic dressing and strawberries. The grilled cheese was on a charcoal sourdough from Oat Bakery nearby - a bakery which has the best bread I've ever had in my life - and it was so tasty without being overly decadent. We topped it off with a bottle of rose on their 'natural wines' list. What a night and place. Thank you Satellite, we'll be back! read more
OMG this place is a GEM!! It's vegan and it's a winebar--I'm in heaven!!! We came to Santa Barbara two weekends ago for our wedding anniversary getaway and this was our first stop before checking into our hotel. It has such a cool, inviting vibe with clean, contemporary decor. The bar seating facing the street was perfect to people watch and perfect natural lighting for foodie pics :) We ordered from the menu: SMOKED SHROOMS-King oyster, maitake, bunapi with OAT bakery holy shiitake toast. What a revelation! Umami at its finest! And perfectly juicy, meaty mushrooms! My husband loved it so much he really wanted to replicate that delicious smoky flavor. SEXT TOAST Nutmeg/cashew chz, kabocha, pickled cauliflower, raddichio, spinach, onion, dried kiwi, raspberry vinaigrette. Full of bold beautiful colors and refreshing flavor. YOGA PANTS SALAD Roast garlic almond dressing and the whole SB farmers market . Like the sexy toast you get a beautiful smorgasbord of colors, textures, and a nice zestiness from the dressing. VEGAN CHALLENGE BENTO BOX: Appetizer-smokey mitake mushroom pate, pistachio, herb salad, yellow mustard bread Entree-cured fennel, mustard greens, celery root slaw, pesto, puffed quinoa Dessert-strawberry mousse bomb, cashew sweet cream, chiffon cake, crumb, blood orange So glad we got this bento box! Everything in it was delicious but if I had to pick out my favorite it's the CURED FENNEL ENTREE. It wasn't anything I've had before. It's truly an original! There's no other dish I can compare it to. Honestly, it's my favorite vegan dish EVER!! The chef, Emma West, excels in capturing layers of flavors and incorporating them in different textures (like the puffed quinoa). It was all well-balanced. It certainly is a must-try! They were taking part in a vegan challenge along with other SB eateries. They definitely got our vote! For wine I ordered the cab franc and my husband had the rose blend. I asked for a smooth wine that was medium bodied. The cab franc was a great recommendation from our waiter. He was courteous and attentive (I'm sorry I didn't get his name). We had such an amazing experience we will definitely be coming back here whenever we visit Santa Barbara! read more
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Thanks so much for the amazing review Karren!! Can’t wait to have you…
If you're vegan or vegetarian this is a great spot! Fresh farmers market produce and amazing options. Outdoor seating is available and you just walk up to the "window" to order. Food and wine was on point except the cookie. The Yoga Salad is super good and enough to share with probably 2-3 people since they pile it on. The focaccia bread was delicious. Cookies were a bit on the hard side and not for me... but nonetheless still good with maybe a glass of milk? As for wine, they have a great selections! read more
I like satellite a lot. It has a cozy interior and a spacious exterior. I came here on a Friday night recently around 7, and although all the food and wine we did taste was great, we were a little disappointed that at least 2 menu options for food were completely out. My favorite thing we tasted was the orange wine and the warm focaccia bread (yum!) Always a favorite to come back to. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
5 years ago
Lots of vegan options. The zita toast is delicious and I would definitely get it again, might even get this next time! The polenta was ok, but my vegan friend who got it liked it. Rosé was delicious. All their wines are natural. Kind of pricy food and drink for SB but the vegan food is worth it IMO. Not a wine connoisseur so I can't say the upcharge for natural wine is worth it Their most up-to-date are on their website. Apparently this week is the last week they'll close at 5pm, starting next week they're back to their 8pm hours. read more
2 years ago
What a fun colab! We came to Satellite to take part of the Stolpman & Satellite tasting event. I've been vegetarian for 17+ years and have never had the opportunity to eat at a vegan vegetarian restaurant that tastes so good! Satellite is farm to table, ethically sourced, and a natural wine tasting room and shop! The menu is so easy to navigate with so many options for all. We had 3 meat loves and one vegetarian and everyone left with a full belly and smile! We ordered a variety of plates to share so we got the full tasting experience. Some highlights were the Yoga pants salad and Summer tomato Couscous. The wine menu was beautifully picked natural wine. We'll be back to try the rest of the menu! read more
4 years ago
Satellite makes the world go 'round. Lindsey took amazing care of us with divine recommendations. Yoga salad, beans with pesto and "the best grilled cheese you'll ever have" were spot on beautiful! The grilled cheese had a super chewy, toasty bread from Oat plus a splendid selection of cheeses AND pretty mild red and green chilies. Ooooh! So good. THE BEANS with lemon zest, garlic, sunflower seeds and pesto. Huzzah! Magic! Yoga salad is what it looks like-packed with greens, veg and tons of flavor. It doesn't get better than this in Santa Barbara. These cats know what they're doing. They care and it shows. Until next time. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Great food! As well as being a vegetarian restaurant it is also very gluten free friendly. The menu is clearly labeled and multiple dishes are naturally gluten free. They also have a big selection of non alcoholic drinks as well as wine and beer of course. read more
Really unique place- love the atmosphere, food options and veg/vegan setup! unique items that taste nice and easy to share. The cake size was huge! I want to especially thank Employee Ana for her kindness, care, and attention. I hope management can recognize her in some way. :) I came back to try lunch the next day. Will be stopping here to try the jumbo salad sometime. Also a shoutout to Sean! Decoration & flowers are lovely. read more
4 years ago
7 years ago
Had high hopes for this place. Came here for a anniversary dinner/night out and didn't have an excellent experience. Walked in right before 7 and were greeted but not seated. Waiter said hello and then walked by us so we waited around for a bit before taking an open seat outside. After a while we moved to an empty table inside to escape the cold. Waiter didn't seem to mind that we seated ourselves but a bit of direction would've been nice. So we ordered the hot Brie. Took about half an hour to come out but it was delicious! Sweet and salty and paired with some good bread. Only complaint was that there wasn't enough bread for the Brie. We asked for more and were told it would be $2. Waitress never put the order in I suppose because we never received the extra bread. While we were waiting for the Brie we ordered our mains - Mac and cheese & tacos. Waiter came out around 7:45 to let us know they were out of Mac and cheese. A little frustrating considering we'd ordered it half an hour before. We weren't interested in anything else on the menu and didn't want to elongate our stay any further so we decided to split the tacos. They came out a bit before 8, kind of cold. I'm guessing they'd been sitting. Tasted great! Would definitely order those again tho I wish they'd been warm. Grabbed the check and were out a few minutes after 8. Overall impressions: this place is packed even on a Tuesday. Really small space aka cramped seating areas. They should really hire more wait staff as I only saw 3 floating around which I'm attributing the crazy long wait times to. Wait staff was very friendly however, and food was yummy. I think if they'd reduce their menu and focus more on being a bar that serves a few food options they'd have more success. I don't foresee myself returning for dinner but maybe a drink and a bite are in my future. read more
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Hi Michaela,…
4 years ago
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