Need some good chicken wings? Little Bird is the place. I love the Greek salad, add salmon is…read morealways cooked to perfection staff is friendly, and I love going to the public market before the chaos, it's the perfect time to grab a table. Now my kid refuses to eat anything else at Public market, great job Little Bird!

It was okay. My chicken sandwich was difficult to eat because the buns were thin and there was a…read morelot of meat (not complaining about the amount of meat). I wish there was more sauce because it was good. Onion rings were good. My son didn't enjoy his corn dog and fries that much but couldn't explain why. I don't know. I think I'd come back and try the burger but wasn't impressed this round.

My husband and I decided to check out this place on our anniversary because honestly I love some…read moregood fried chicken We got the Big Bird Tray so we could try out a little of everything. Everything came out hot and ready to eat. Chicken was flavorful on its own, with great crunch, and not too much batter. Sauces were all excellent as well, I really liked the hot honey. Mini buscuits were so cute! Great hidden jem in Old Town

The food is incredible, not a single bad option on the menu. The JFC Sandwich is classic, their 3…read moreby 2 is the best deal and their weekly specials will have you coming back again and again. The breading on the chicken is perfect, the juiciness of the chicken is mouth watering. The baked beans are delicious, and the mac n' cheese is rich and creamy. The staff is incredible, sometimes it gets very busy and you can tell they're overwhelmed but they are all kind, focused, and will make sure you're still taken care of. I have yet to sit and eat in Jonesy's but the times I have gone in to pick up my food, the ambiance is calm and friendly.

Came to Santa Barbara for the first time and this was the first stop my friend and I made. Holyyyyy…read moreeverything was so good! Great way to kick off the trip. We ordered the nachos with pulled pork, Mac and cheese with brisket, and two burgers. We underestimated how much food was coming out . Not only was it huge portions, everything also tasted so good. The people taking our orders were also super sweet.

Funk in Public…read more Family-owned and operated local chain of restaurants and butcher shops that's been serving the Santa Barbara community for over fifty years (ca. 1973). This location is in Santa Barbara's "Funk Zone" district, which was formerly an industrial area that's turned into a wine and art district full of interesting places to gander. The Good: * Huge dog-friendly covered outdoor seating * Full lineup of their signature Shalhoob craft beers. They also have fermented grapes and liquor, if beer isn't your jam. * Service was friendly and welcoming. * Street Parking and City-owned lots, as well. The lots are your best bet, and they're free for a short while. * Prices are very reasonable for a BBQ place. * The Street Corn app might be the best thing we ate here as the corn was super fresh right off the cob, and the Chipotle aioli was superb. * BBQ Beans was more of a bean soup, but it was decent. * Mac & Cheese was also pretty good. Carrots enjoyed it more than I did, but I might've been grumpy from the shitty meats (more on that in a minute). The Meh: * Tritip was completely dry and tasted like it was cooked in the oven and then finished on the grill. But, I will say, at least it was edible unlike the ribs... The Ugly: * Maybe the worst ribs I've ever had. They were just completely hammered with salt and completely blew out my palate within two bites, which is a shame because they were tender and cooked well, but jfc, no amount of sauce or anything is going to save something this salty. Conclusion: Maybe we just caught them on a bad day because a place doesn't survive for over fifty years serving up meat like this. I'd be willing to give them another try someday, but I need my tongue to recover first.

Great neighborhood restaurant. Friendly with a local feel. Try the fried chicken sandwich.read more

If you want to go to a restaurant that sounds like a daycare, with screaming children everywhere,…read morethis is the spot for you.

I have been a regular here since Corner Tap took over the lease from Giovani's Pizza. Over the last…read morecouple years the menu and service has improved significantly, especially over the last year and half. The bar atmosphere and vibe is super chill, and family friendly, unless there is an important sports game then I would suggest kids sitting on the huge patio outside. They have changed management, George and Danielle have done a great job adding a plethora of items to the menu, like the street dog which I suggest subbing the pico for grilled peppers and onion. They also just changed happy hour from 4 to 5:30 to 2:30 to 5:30pm. How can you beat 6 dollar beer, 7 dollar wine, 6 dollar well cocktails and 10 dollar specialty cocktails. I have to say it's one of the best happy hours in town. Federico, David, and Isa, are great servers who also jump back behind the bar from time to time. They all are extremely attentive with their service and ensure everyone both on the floor and at the bar is taken care of. Alina who is the main bartender, has curated a great clientele of regulars, both of Sb and mesa locals. A lot of clientele come just for her bubbly personality, high energy, and passion and care for her customers. In all this is a Santa Barbara and mesa local gem that more people need to jump on. 5/5 would recommend to friends, family, coworkers and anyone else who likes to have a good drink and great company.

The food was wonderful! Great flavors. I loved my Chicken Pesto. David and the staff were friendly…read moreand attentive.

I came here as my backup plan because the line at In-N-Out was insane. I figured I'd grab something…read morequick and call it a night. I wasn't expecting much--I was just looking for something open--but wow... this place completely surprised me. The smash burger was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The chili was also really good. Honestly, this ended up being one of those unexpected meals that turns out better than your original plan. I'd happily come back again!

This is a ridiculous hot dog shack. Easy, cheap, friendly, legit. Cool restaurant to dine in but…read morejust as good to go. Everything they offer is absolute GRUB. Authentic Chicago dog, all the creations they make are an entree. Burgers, sides, YUMMO. A++

Great service, great food. Nice music. Hot wings with cold air in hot summer. Clean store even…read morerestroom. All employees so nice

Food was way over cooked, dry, hard and chewy. We tried four out of twenty wings and threw the…read morerest away. They got our money once but not again. Never going back

Sama Sama Kitchen in Santa Barbara on State Street. You thought Michelin stars were only for fancy…read morewhite‑tablecloth spots... Meanwhile Sama Sama out here serving Bib Gourmand realness with reasonably priced plates. Santa Barbara flavor, Michelin‑approved, and zero starched napkins required. Pet friendly patio! #SantaBarbara #michelinguide #BibGourmand #foodtok #indonesian

We visited Sama Sama while in Santa Barbara, and it was hands down the best restaurant we had the…read morepleasure of experiencing during our trip. We feel pretty fortunate to have so many great restaurants near home, so finding a place that genuinely surprised and impressed us was both refreshing and an absolute pleasure. Everything we tasted was amazing. The standouts were the ribs, crispy rice salad, wings, and short rib noodles, but there truly wasn't a single thing we didn't enjoy. The drinks were great, and the ambiance and service were equally impressive. Our only regret is that we have to wait until our next visit to Santa Barbara to eat here again.

dude!!! the chicken and tri-tip here were just so effffffing good!! very tasty and juicy not greasy…read moreor nasty. the custom chicken and tri-tip burrito was (homer simpson drool). price wasn't too too bad. this is my new favorite place even though it's a bit out of the way but worth it. limited seating inside. service was great.

I had the tri-tip sandwich with chips and my friend had the tri-tip burrito. The tri-tip was a bit…read moreon the chewy side. It was good, but nothing really stood out for me. Their salsa bar is good too, with fresh salsa and jalapeños and onions and things to add to your dish. The staff did their jobs, and the restaurant was clean.

My date and I really enjoyed the Tomahawk dinner special. The chef did a fine job combining all the…read moreingredients to create such a tasty steak, and I especially appreciated that it was already sliced for us. My date, a steak professional and strict carnivore, rated it "good." I, on the other hand, thought it was super delicious! The booth seating was comfortable, too. Service was great overall--except that we were given someone else's tab. Fortunately, the total was about the same as what our steak dinner would have cost, so I didn't realize there was a mistake until I got home. That's when things got a little frustrating. I tried calling the restaurant several times to correct the error, but no one ever picked up. By late morning the next day, I finally got through, and a woman told me the manager would call me at noon to help sort things out. Unfortunately, noon came and went, and I never heard from him. I'm curious whether my message actually got through and whether the manager will eventually call me. Fortunately, I'm local, so I'll stop by the restaurant on my evening walk and take care of it in person. Overall, I enjoyed the dinner and would happily go back--but if you need to reach them, don't rely on the phone!

This is the on site restaurant at the Kimpton canary downtown Santa Barbara. It's adjacent to lobby…read morebar and lounge. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. We stayed here for a weekend so we had breakfast / brunch here in the mornings. This restaurant is very cozy and comfy. Except a bit of toddler crying here and now since this is a family restaurant especially in the mornings. For breakfast we have tried local fruit plate, breakfast plate and California style shakshuka. Also sides of fruits and smoked salmon. The food was delicious in healthy portions. The service was fantastic and very welcoming! We were very impressed with this hotel restaurant and will come back whenever we are in town!