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    Intermezzo By Wine Cask

    4.4 (212 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed

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    A delicious meal and wine followed by their Traditional Chocolate Cake.
    Mickey A.

    The three different dining spaces were all very inviting. I've been in to eat and drink at the Bar, which was fun to meet the staff and diners all around us. And so much fun to eat their delicious selection of pizzas, and pair them with some incredible wines and/or cocktails. Definitely looking forward to dining at their Sunday Brunch. For our recent dining adventure we had a table in the middle section, which was well lit and very comfortable. We were greeted by our server Elizabeth, who took very good care of us. From start to finish, she was there with some food suggestions, and along with her supporting staff, they took very good care of us. For dinner we shared the Mezzo Meatballs, Rosemary Beet & Strawberry Salad, my favorite, the Lemon Caper Chicken, and the Oven Roasted Salmon. For wine pairing we had a bottle of the Seghesio Zinfandel, quite possibly one of the best producers of Zinfandel up in Sonoma County. For dessert, the classic Banana Split Sundae, and the Traditional Chocolate Cake. Still so much more on the menu to endulge in, we are looking forward to visiting Elizabeth and Intermezzo By Wine Cask again.

    Meatballs
    Paula T.

    Intermezzo is such a good, reliable local spot. I think their pizza is top 3 in town. I love their pepperoni and will add some bougie mushrooms rather than your basic button mushroom. I also love their lemon caper chicken sooooo much. It's so perfectly eggy and lemony. Don't sleep on this place.

    More memorabilia
    Renee F.

    We were looking for a last minute spot to eat and stumbled upon this restaurant/wine bar on a side alley. I think the main entrance was on the back street. It was close to closing but the manager set us up a table anyway. (We were turned away from a couple other places bc it was late) The food was delicious. I had the Salmon which was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Also shared a bottle of Pinot Noir. The ambience of the place was nostalgic and cool, displaying pictures of rock n roll memorabilia. We really enjoyed this hidden gem.

    Sosa J.

    Stopped by Intermezzo before a show at the Lobero Theater and had a perfect pre theater experience. The classic martini was crisp and well-made, while the espresso martini was smooth and rich, just what I needed to kick off the evening. Great atmosphere, attentive service, and an ideal spot for a quick, quality drink before heading to a show. Check out a video of my visit here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DA7X0wAPyMw/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

    Leslie D.

    I reserved a private room for 8-10 people off the bar for a celebration of my daughter's graduation from UCSB. They decorated the table impeccably- with personalized menu card, crisp white linens, adorable graduation confetti on the table, beautiful place settings and flowers. Jenny the manager was top notch and paid attention to every detail. Her customer service was absolutely first class - honestly the whole thing was done with such class and beauty. We came early and set up balloons and a door decoration that Jenny helped us with. We brought cupcakes and she plated them for us. I had a glass of Pino Grigio that Jenny chose for me and it was heaven. Now let's talk food - they provided unlimited pizzas and ceasar salads - my goodness these pizzas were delicious! Pepperoni, Margarita, cheese and sausage - not greasy, fresh dough with perfect crunch and rich elegant sauces. The salad was served with large croutons and crispy romaine lettuce and homemade dressing - so flavorful and fresh. They had iced tea lemonade and water as well. This was a fabulous experience and I highly recommend for any occasion! For what we got - high quality, pristine presentation and excellent service - it was priced reasonably. Thank you for a perfect celebration experience.

    Santos L.

    I had the honor of having my 50th birthday party at Intermezzo and all I can say it they were fantastic! To start, the venue is absolutely beautiful! But my overall experience was amazing. Maria Yapur, the event coordinator, was amazing and so easy to work with. She was very communicative and responsive. The staff was extremely friendly and made my party really stand out. I highly recommend hosting your party here. I would do it again!

    Filet mignon enchiladas
    Gia D.

    Sunday Brunch and the food and service was dynamic! Lobster omelet & filet mignon enchiladas were outta this world and the peach blossom and farmers daughter so tasty yet light, will be back again soon, thank you!

    Thick cut Nueske's bacon with these incredibly good tasting orange eggs. Definitely a thumbs up. And yes, the potatoes were good too.
    Mark H.

    Had a group of friends go there for Sunday brunch with DJ Darla Bea pajama party. We had so much fun and everyone had great food. The service was spot on and everyone was very attentive. The chef and food service staff are making some incredible dishes. can't wait to go back again for dinner.

    White linen tables and elegant indoor dining
    Cara A.

    Intermezzo has always piqued my interest with its elegant white linen tables and cozy fireplace. I've walked by on numerous occasions but never found the right opportunity to dine here. Maybe because of its enigmatic culinary identity: is it pizza, Mexican, or steak? Add on the uncertainty of its dress code, I just felt too intimidated to casually stop by. Well, tonight, an unexpected, non-negotiable tug on the end of my leash from my dog finally brought my husband and I through its doors, even though we weren't in fine dining attire. Finding the entrance was a challenge due to the multiple patios and confusing interior dining areas. So we flagged down a staff member and we were seated right away. Contrary to my assumptions, the menu was neither Mexican nor Italian. I'd best describe it as an American French fusion, featuring items like French onion soup, steaks, chicken, oysters, pizza, hamburgers, and an extensive wine selection. Having already eaten earlier, I decided to sample their French onion soup, while my husband tried the ravioli. Both dishes were impressive. Exquisite balance of flavors! It truly felt like an authentic Santa Barbara dining experience - the way it should be - upscale and carefully prepared. Though prices were slightly above average, they were far from prohibitive. For instance, a burger was priced at a reasonable $20. We also sampled desserts - crème brûlée and a chocolate truffle slice. Each had a pleasantly restrained sweetness. Despite our casual attire, the staff treated us (and the pup) with kindness and professionalism throughout our visit. Our spontaneous dining experience at Intermezzo turned out to be a memorable end to our evening. This would be a great date night spot or a place to bring out of town guests. Overall, five stars. Highly recommended.

    Waffle, strawberry  dipped chocolate, keon tart.

    Omg best mother's Day brunch ever. The waffles were amazing I don't eat waffles but I added butter syrup and bacon. Service and staff top notch. Thank you for an amazing day Will be back.

    Incredible food and service. Emma was the most wonderful server. She was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Dusan was also very friendly and helpful. Overall incredible experience and food. 10/10

    Cozy fireplace!
    John T.

    What an incredibly charming, warm, inviting, and truly delicious wine bar! From the absolutely beautiful architecture and accouterments throughout, the outstanding service and lovely ambiance really add to a wonderful experience. The charcuterie is delicious, the lemon chicken breast is luscious, and mamma Mia the meatballs!! Of course, the shining star is the fabulous wine list! They also offer a full bar with excellent cocktails. Great choice!!

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    Food was so good!! We ordered the steak and pizza and the fries and dipping sauce were delish

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    Love this place! The service is outstanding and the food is fantastic! Highly recommend the New York steak "Misty's Way"!

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    Thank you Alan!

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    Thank you Alex!!! Look forward to “rock talk” soon!

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