We are longtime fans of Bettina, but it takes some real planning to get a meal there, even when…read morewe're just doing takeout. Tina's Pizzeria offers the same delicious pizza with a lot less hassle from a corner in Linden Square, a brand new development in downtown Carpinteria. We went last weekend, apparently days after the complex opened, on our way into Santa Barbara with two small, hungry kids. The space was great, cheerful and inviting, with a sort of food hall attached to a courtyard with open seating. Tina's felt kind of like an Eataly stall, a nice place with its own kitchen, limited counter seating, and across-the-register service. There was a short line when we arrived, around 12:30 on a Saturday, and it immediately lengthened behind us. We had a few minutes to study the menu and visit the refrigerator of beer and soft drinks (a Kolsch for my husband, fancy apple juice for the kids). Service was fast and friendly, both at the register and after we sat down. I suspect the woman taking our order was the owner--there was a kid back there with her, and the older lady who brought our food felt like a grandma helping out. The courtyard was busy, but turnover seemed reasonably steady. It took us a minute, but we got a table with time to spare before our food arrived. Tina's menu is shorter than Bettina's, but the pizzas are well represented, and they cost about a $1 less than they do in Montecito. We got the meatballs "alla vodka" and two pizzas, and this fed our family with minimal leftovers. The meatballs were delicious, soft and fragrant, with provolone piccante, basil, and a side of focaccia. My toddler gobbled up more than half of the order. Bettina's pizzas are unfailingly delicious, and the same quality came out of this sister kitchen. We shared a pepperoni and a margherita without basil (this is the cheese pizza option, which the kids accepted). Beautiful chewy/crispy charred crust, fresh out of the oven, tangy tomato sauce, and bubbly, gooey mozzarella. The pepperonis were fantastic, meaty little cups piled into every bite, supercharged with a hit of chili oil and Dylan's Wylde honey. I drank a glass of the house chilled red and enjoyed a lovely, satisfying lunch. I'm glad we now have two ways to get Bettina. We'll be back to Tina's Pizzeria very soon.

Had the chopped salad...it.was.good, very fresh/simple. Had the meat lovers Pizza. It was good but…read morea little over charred. Drink selection was really limited and not great. I would like to see more counter service drinks, not just a can you crack open. We love the arancini at the original Bettina's but the one here was beef filled and since we were getting a meat pizza we decided to pass on that. Get some fresh iced counter service drinks and careful not to over char that pizza crust and we will give ya a 5-star next time. Also...just because it is counter service and communal seating doesn't mean it's cheap. We paid $77 for one salad and one pizza with 2 drinks...so if you are doing on a budget, probably not the best choice.

Not only the best pizza in town, but for certain the best pizza I've ever had; it is well worth the…read moreprice! The open jams on Wednesdays are such a necessity for the music community in town and Im quite thankful at the space they provide. Shout out James!

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).

The food is good, but unfortunately the service hasn't been. The lady taking orders always seems to…read morehave an attitude and rarely cracks a smile. I was waiting for my pizza, which usually takes longer than expected, and a few people who were also waiting asked for cups of water. I decided to ask for one too, and she gave me a side-eye and smirk, almost like I was annoying her because a group of guys had just asked for water too. I get that she had already handed out a bunch of cups, but that really shouldn't be the customer's problem. The owner, Milo, was there as well and honestly didn't seem very happy to be there either. No smile, no "welcome in," or really any acknowledgment of the customers. He was just walking in and out of the shop looking grumpy. It's a shame because the food itself is good, but the overall attitude and service definitely take away from the experience. A little friendliness goes a long way.

Amazing pizza!!! I'm from nyc and the pizza is just as perfectly crunchy and tasty as L'industrie…read more Gourmet pizza even compared to most places in nyc. Good places in nyc also all have long lines soo it's normal quality = popular = gotta be a little patient Verrry much worth all the hype!

We were so happy to finally be back in the area for round two at this spot. The great vibes and…read morefriendly staff made us feel right at home again. When it came time to order, we purposely decided not to look at what we had last time because we wanted to try something new. Well... turns out we ordered the exact same things! And honestly, I can't blame us. Once again, both the salad and the pizza were absolutely amazing and just as good as we remembered. While this pizza by no means needs ranch, the owner was kind enough to give us some of their house-made ranch to try. All I can say is... wow! The pizza is fantastic on its own, but that house ranch was seriously impressive and made for one heck of a bonus. It's always a great sign when you return somewhere and the experience lives up to the memory and this place definitely delivered again. Thanks again for another memorable experience. We can't wait for round three!

Picked up a couple pizzas for takeout - there were a lot of people picking up so it's clearly a…read morepopular spot! I liked the range of pizzas they have, we ordered a lemon mushroom and something with ricotta, bacon, and fig as well as some garlic knots. They were both really tasty; the fig one was my favorite pizza, but my favorite bite was perhaps the garlic knots! Perfectly fluffy and the marinara sauce was the perfect accompaniment. I would've liked more char on the crust, but no complaints otherwise. Definitely want to order from them again and try the Hawaiian and other pies.

Finally got to try this place, after years of my wife's suggesting it. We had some free time and…read morestopped by for lunch. They offer a lunch special of a slice, salad and drink for $10. By far the best money I have spent eating in months. The salad is simple yet delicious. Beautiful tomatoes and crisp lettuce, simply dressed balanced the slightly crispy and chewy bites of the pizza. A generous slice perfectly thin. Nice pepperoni and great cheese. Each of our orders came with enough ranch for the salad and the pizza. Although you don't need it for the pizza because the crush is truly amazing. If you find yourself in the area make sure to squeeze your way in, you won't be disappointed.

My favorite Pizza in Santa Barbara. They even rewarded our community with one dollar slices for a…read moreday! Highly recommended.

Bettina is already our favorite in SB / Montecito -- naturally-leavened, wood-fired Neapolitan…read morepizza that is truly Michelin Bib Gourmand worthy. Perfect char, light and chewy crust, seasonal toppings that are always creative. We had many different pizzas last summer, this past winter too. They change their menu seasonally. Cacio e Pepe Arancini was our daughter's favorite. And to make it even more special, two summers ago we ran into ALICE WATERS dining there. I instantly recognized her seating at the table over. If the godmother of California cuisine eats at Bettina, you know it's the real deal. That says everything. Cozy, thoughtful, perfect service, great natural wine list. Make a reservation -- it's popular for a reason.

We had a delicious meal for lunch at 11:30am. We arrive when they just opened for a party of 14…read more Pizzas were amazing. Brisket pizza-- yum. Meat lovers-- packed with meat - yum. Pepperoni, mushroom, hot honey - phenomenal. Risotto balls to start were great. Burrata appetizer was phenomenal. Service was a bit slow. Pizza took forever like 40 minutes to come.

Family owned and operated Italian restaurant. Met the owners who were personable and happy to chat…read more The back outdoor seating was really quaint. The inside restaurant was cute but uncomfortably warm. We had a delicious meal and are eager to return soon.

Hubs and I dropped into Giannfranco's Trattoria about a hour before closing time on a weeknight…read more The front dining area was empty except for a table of four. The owner advised us that we can sit in the front dining area but kitchen and wait service might be slow due to the back patio being full of customers. I appreciated that she told us and we decided to stay. She had a lighthearted sense of humor as well. Luv her wit and authenticity. We told the waiter it was our first time here. Hubs ordered a drink and the meatball appetizer (meatballs with crostini) but asked to be brought out for dinner with my spaghetti and palette (meatballs). The waiter asked if we wanted bread. We said yes. He didn't suggest this as an added appetizer. He just asked if we wanted bread knowing it was our first time here. But we found out later when the bill came that it cost $15, priced more than the meatball appetizer. So for first timers, if you are asked if you would like some bread, it's $15. The bread was lightly buttered and slightly grilled and cut into 8 one inch pieces and served with a side of marinara. The meatball appetizer crostini looked similar to the bread in the other appetizer, and I believe the same marinara. My dish was tasty. The marinara had a subtle flavor along with the meatballs and spaghetti. Housemade authentic flavors. I'm totally apt to come back and try other menu items. They are located on Linden Avenue in downtown Carpinteria, a few blocks from the beach. The parking is free street parking.

Came here with a couple of friends and shared a couple of pizzas: the california, east coast pep,…read moreand hot girl pizza. Three pizzas was the perfect amount for us four girls. My favorite was definitely the california. The pesto was so delicious and the ricotta was the perfect pairing. I also loved the outdoor seating atmosphere. Perfect place to hang out with friends.

My friend and I went to celebrate her birthday Friday 8/7 around 4-5pm…read more She got the margarita pizza and I got the Hot girl pizza (lol funny name) AND they were delicious! Hot girl pizza was spicyyyyyy, but the sausage?! LOVED ! The garlic bread? Unnecessarily SPICY (I'm a 100% Latina, who can HANDLE spice... but this was borderline unenjoyable spicy) Food was 10/10! The ambiance was chill and I loved how it looked. The ocean down the street and everyone just enjoying themselves. Customer Service ? Left MUCH, MUCH to be desired and honestly, probably will keep me from coming back again. When we were ordering, I had asked the person at register "Hi how are you going today?!" Just got responded with "good. What can I get you?" Blunt. Unwelcoming. And kinda rude. I just said ok and moved on. It was our first time there so I asked her for recommendations and she just said "everything is good" Between her responses, she kept talking and laughing with her coworkers. Not a big deal, but you can just tell when someone isn't interested in having any sort of conversation. Also due to the fact that she had her back completely towards us in the middle of our transactions multiple times. She inspected my printed receipt at the end and looked bugged when she realized we didn't tip due to her poor service. Couldn't help but notice a different type of customer service being offered to other customers. It seemed obvious. Probably won't be coming back because of service, might just do pick up because of the food! Definitely would much rather recommend St. Bibiana's pizza on Ortega! Amazing pizza, great vibe and much better service.