Came here with a couple of friends and shared a couple of pizzas: the california, east coast pep, and 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. read more

Lucky Penny - the california, east coast pep, and hot girl pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Great pizza - only wish they had monthly featured additions or seasonal featured pizzas for more variety for 5stars! We get the same 2-3 each time, but the cheese pizza is surprisingly exceptional! Walk up counter service and they deliver your food to your number/table. Outdoor seating is cozy and lovely and they have the cutest little drink bus but I've never seen it in operation. read more

if you're in the mood for some warm and yummy pizza this is the place for you! we ordered the birds and the bees pizza and it was a good size for two people if you're looking for a snack in between meals. would definitely recommend ordering more if your coming here for a meal. the pizza came out super warm and flavorful! would recommend if you're in the area! read more

Lucky Penny - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Yum! We went here before we headed to the airport based on a recommendation of friends back home who are from the area. We ordered the Margherita pizza - typically, not my go to, however, the table next to us had it when we sat down and it looked so good, we couldn't' resist - and I'm really glad we didn't, we devoured this pizza! My only piece of advice would be more about the ambience/environmnet - there were only two tables that had umbrellas and we were there in the middle of summer on a hot day. I'm assuming since they're near the coast they usually have a nice breeze, but us and all the surrounding tables around us not shaded were definitely struggling with the heat and lack of shade which did contribute to making eating the hot pizza a little less enjoyable. read more

Lucky Penny - Margherita Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

My mother, who isn't much of a pizza person, liked her pizza so much that she wanted to come back here 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! read more

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Lucky Penny It's been in a while is a spot that never disappoints. An Iconic eatery where I had their Amazing Meatballs not to long ago. Today I chose the Cheezie Bread with Garlic. Yum Yum Always great service and that patio makes for great spot for a picnic. A garden like setting The drink selection has something for everyone in your group or family. Thanks Lucky Penny for another great experience Ronnie S read more

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Long line when we got there for dinner! Didn't realize it stretched all the way to the back of the building 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! read more

Lucky Penny - Salty Surfer - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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I loved lucky penny!! Their seasonal elote pizza was a perfect blend of sweet and salty with a crispy/soft on the inside crust. The staff was very kind and helpful, cleaning up quickly so that more could enjoy. My only complaint is that there wasn't more room to enjoy but I think that also makes it special. Highly recommend for a casual family dinner! read more

Lucky penny has quickly become my go to pizza place in town. The thin, wood fired crust is crispy and the flavors of the butcher shop pizza are insane. It has the perfect amount of kick and the portion feeds 2-3 easily. We tried the Italian chopped salad which was also incredible. Tons of fresh herbs and veggies with a light but flavor packed dressing. The front patio seating area is so cute and intimate. A must visit when in the funk zone! read more

Lucky Penny - Italian Chopped Salad - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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.., this Review is from our experience on Sunday 2/22/26. Giving my lovely girlfriend full credit on suggesting this delicious find! On the last day of our weekend getaway, we were craving pizza. We both hit Yelp, & it was easy to see that Lucky Penny was our winning ticket! Located in a hip little district new to our Santa Barbara adventures, we immediately loved the vibe. Outdoor seating, inviting set up, with the Strokes & other indie rock tunes playing. We were comfy right off the bat. We walked up to order & were greeted with great service. Got water from their service station and then proceeded to get cozy on a picnic table/bench set up enjoying the scene. For starters, our appetizer was their refreshing take on the Caesar salad. For all those who know their Caesar salads, I prefer my dressing on the thicker/creamier side. It always throws me off when Caesar dressings have a strong vinaigrette profile to it. Lucky Penny's Caesar dressing was on point! It wasn't thick, nor did it have that vinegary profile I just mentioned. Easiest way to explain it is that they had their own take to it and it hit just right. My apologies for not taking a picture of it but we were starving, and after that first crispy bite I had forgotten my phone existed. For our main entree, we went with their East Coast Pepperoni. Damn, that was good pizza! To me, all pizzas have their own distinct character. Lucky Penny definitely has character. We devoured that pie, crust and all. I did have to dab my last 2 slices with a napkin due to the oil from the pepperoni cups, understandable. But that doesn't stop me from liking it. This place is honestly one of my more favorite pizza spots and we enjoyed everything about it. Great service & staff. Lucky Penny has now joined our rotation of favorite spots here in SB whenever we're in town! Helpful Tips: -Beverages are sold, but they also have a water station. -Outdoor seating only, check the weather for personal comfortability. -Bathrooms are located next door inside Pearl Society (a hip spot for drinks that we also recommend). A short walk to the right & you're there. -Family friendly read more

Lucky Penny - .., our first time, love the vibe - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Love coming here on warm evenings for a casual but cute date night. Gluten free crust is tender and regular crust is also delicious with big crust bubbles. At other pizza places I sometimes have to salt the pizza when it comes out but whatever cheese blend Lucky Penny uses has a nice balance to it which I appreciate. We both feel like it rivals Bettina and sometimes prefer it over Bettina. Service is order at the counter style and usually quick if it's not packed. read more

Lucky Penny - Regular crust The O.G. and gluten free Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Service was pretty good. The food was top notch. I ordered a classic cheese pizza and a strawberry margarita, and my husband ordered the O.G. We also shared a Caesar salad. The ingredients for everything were so fresh and the pizza crust was light and airy. I think all the seating was outdoor so that might be helpful to plan for. It was a beautiful sunny day for us so it worked out perfectly. I highly recommend the Lucky Penny - it's worth every cent! read more

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Order ahead on their Toast app for takeout and skip the line, pickup is easy from the side door toward the back right corner where the line queues up. The servers are super friendly, even during busy times. This place gets packed for lunch, afternoons, and evenings. The decor of this place at night with the lights is also super cute. We opted for takeout this time, and everything was amazing. Highly recommend adding chicken and egg to any salad for extra protein. My favorite pizza is the Hot Girl pizza, and the meatballs definitely did not disappoint. If you love wood-oven pizza, this spot is a must. They also have a great cheese pizza for kids. Bonus: they offer a weekday lunch special with a pizza and a salad for $20. Definitely check this place out! read more

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Came here craving for pizza. This is a sit yourself down kinda spot. But they do bring the order to you. The place is decorated beautifully with lights and a food truck. They have ample patio heaters. We got 3 pizzas. 1. Pepperoni for the kids which they loved. 2. Californian which was surprisingly yummy. 3. Custom buffalo chicken which was also really good. Service was friendly and fast. Parking can be a bit difficult. We parked in a nearby structure and walked. read more

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Stopped by the lively Funk Zone and it was definitely a party at every corner! Was in the mood for pizza and Lucky Penny delivered! Great pepperoni pizza and fresh Caesar salad. I wish the hot honey was thicker in consistency, but still good flavor. Service was quick, but the restrooms at The Lark were very dirty. There was throw up on the walls of two stalls, which was unfortunate. Other than this, the food experience was good! read more

Lucky Penny - Lucky Penny Caesar Salad - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Grabbed some pizza for takeout and really enjoyed it! The space is pretty small for eating there and takeout seems to be a popular option. There is a side door you can go to if you're ordered ahead online so you don't have to wait in the ordering line which is really helpful! We had the pepperoni and salty surfer and both were delicious, the crust is so tasty on its own that pretty much any topping would probably be good. Definitely a great local pizza stop in the funk zone! read more

Lucky Penny - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Fresh ingredients, amazing flavors, and a great vibe. The outdoor seating area is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a meal. Everything we ordered exceeded expectations. read more

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Very fun and casual pizza place in the Funk Zone of Santa Barbara. Pizza is delicious, they bring it out to you but it's seat yourself, kind of brewery style. PS it's dog friendly read more

Lucky Penny - The Butcher with hot honey - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Shocked I haven't written a review for Lucky Penny! It's one of my favorite spots in the funk zone for pizza. The pizza is wood-fired to perfection. I especially enjoy the crust. It's chewy, crunchy and delicious. On my latest visit, I tried the Californian topped with creamy lemon ricotta, marinated artichokes, toasted pine nuts, and fresh basil. Every bite was bright, earthy, and full of flavor. The crust had that perfect blistered char, truly is Chef's kiss. I've also had the pepperoni and the OG. Highly recommend adding the garlic confit! I also ordered the Chicory Caesar Salad. It's not your typical Caesar salad, but it was delicious! The chicory leaves are covered in Parmesan cheese and buttery breadcrumbs. Tossed in a lemony dressing that brings it all together. Customer service was pleasant on my visit. The ambiance here is casual, kid and dog friendly. They offer beer, wine, soda, seasonal cocktails and Frosè here too, which is nice on a warm day. Overall, this is a bookmark and worth checking out! read more

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Beautiful ambience! Perfect for a fun dinner - alone or with friends and family. The place is nicely decorated with lights. Got the Californian pizza - the ricotta was superb. It also came with a lot of bay leaves and some nicely marinated artichokes. Loved the cheese shavings on top and the pine nuts - added a nice texture. The crust was slightly burnt and more crispy than I'd have liked. But definitely going back for the food and vibes. Service was quick even for a fairly busy Friday night. Friendly staff :) read more

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We had the chopped salad and margarita both were delicious! The patio on a gorgeous sunny day can't be beat! As someone mentioned in a previous review, it was really salty. We will definitely go back, but we're hoping it was just an off day or we can ask them to not add salt? Not sure about that. The crust was perfectly crunchy! The staff, especially the kid taking orders was super friendly! read more

Lucky Penny - Margarita Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Tried the Mexican street corn pizza here and loved the combination of unique toppings! I think it was a seasonal special. They gave us dips of hot honey and ranch too. The hot honey was a great touch on the pizza and I dipped the crust into the ranch! So good! Very dog friendly, outdoor seating only and the space is nicely decorated with lots of flower beds around. read more

Lucky Penny - Mexican street corn pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I was so hungry and the food was so delicious. I forgot to take pictures, yes, I highly recommend everything is fresh and delicious. All the ingredients they use are from local vendors and you can just absolutely taste the love. The best Caesar salad I ever had I can still taste the pizza. It was amazing. The atmosphere and the entire establishment is beautiful. Customer service was beyond spectacular. read more

Lucky Penny - My widdle family. - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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One of our favorite pizza spots in Santa Barbara. After living there a few years ago, it's so nice to go back and enjoy it again. Ordered 2 pizzas (east coast pepperoni and hot girl pizza) and they were both amazing! Also ordered 2 Italian chopped salads which were so fresh. We had a group of 4, so the 2 pizzas and 2 salads were perfect for us. Tons of outdoor seating which was a great environment and relaxing. Great selection of beer and drinks! Staff was super helpful and really nice! :) Highly recommend bringing friends to Lucky Penny in the funk zone! read more

Lucky Penny - Hot girl pizza & pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Such a cute little spot! We got the hot girl pizza without meat and subbed mushrooms and the pesto pizza. Both were delicious and i actually liked the pesto better! The restaurant has outdoor seating only i think but it's a great spot to chill and eat when the weather is nice. Highly rec if you're in SB! read more

Lucky Penny - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Such a cute spot in the Funk Zone. Vibe is very relaxed. The pizza isn't cheap, but you get what you pay for. We also really enjoy the Frosee! The line can get really long, so I suggest you come early. The staff are really nice and seem to love the food they're making. It's all outdoor, but there is nice seating with umbrellas. read more

A Santa Barbara must! Great prices, the portions are perfect, and the quality is delicious! They have outdoor seating and a water refill station that makes everything super easy and accessible. It's a great place to relax and enjoy good food. Ambience is 10/10! read more

Lucky Penny - Salty Surfer (below) & the OG (above) - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

a gem in santa barbara! came here on a saturday night - it was a bit crowded but line wasnt too long & plenty of seats in the back. We ordered the pepperoni pizza with hot honey and it was delicious! The hot honey was a great touch. Also ordered a frosè which was yummy as well! read more

Lucky Penny - frosè - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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It's outdoor seating only and you walk up to a little takeout window to place your order and then find a table (it's first come, first served). We got the Garlic Confit Cheesy Bread and Hot Girl Pie. The cheesy bread is basically a pizza/flatbread, just more rectangle than circular, but taste really good, salty, and the garlic flavor is stellar. Hot girl Pie was also phenom, spicy vodka sauce with the sausage + broccoli was a flavor bomb. Crust is charred, doughy and chewy but crispy. Highly recommend this place, quality ingredients and delicious food. O and also, we got a side of ranch (sorry :/) and it was really good lol, def homemade. read more

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The pizza is delicious and service is great. Big fan of adding the garlic confit to my order. Only deducting a star because they don't give a lot of pineapple and adding extra is an additional charge... when the pizza is already $$ read more

Lucky Penny - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Good pizza. A little pricey. Also would love for more shading. My scalp was burningggg. Love the cute set up though and it's dog friendly and so close to the beach! read more

Lucky Penny - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Check out the exterior of The Lucky Penny building tiled with more than 150,000 real copper pennies that shimmer in the warm Central Coast sunshine. Located in the heart of Santa Barbara's Funk Zone, they feature innovative artisanal pizzas from a wood-burning oven. read more

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We stopped by Lucky Penny in Santa Barbara and I have to say--this place absolutely lived up to the hype! I ordered the Salty Surfer pizza with a few customizations: I swapped the peppers for mushrooms and kept the pineapple and prosciutto combo. The vodka-based sauce tied it all together beautifully. The crust was phenomenal--crispy, chewy, and packed with flavor. Truly one of the best pizzas I've had in a long time! The frozen margarita was perfect for the warm weather--refreshing, balanced, and hit the spot. We also tried the Caesar salad, which wasn't quite to our taste--the dressing had a very bold, strong flavor that didn't quite work for us. We also ordered the pepperoni pizza, which was decent, but the Salty Surfer definitely stole the show. The only downside was the seating--we were with a group including kids, and there just wasn't enough shade, which made it a bit uncomfortable in the heat. Overall, though, the food--especially the Salty Surfer pizza--and the atmosphere made for a great experience. read more

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We come to Santa Barbara often, but this is the first time we tried the Lucky Penny and I'm so glad we did! The pizza was delicious, crust was perfect, and even the kids' cheese pizza tasted great. We came at a great time and missed the long wait so I was thankful for that. Ambience is casual with a good amount of outdoor seating. The best thing about this place was that everyone who worked there was so nice and I really appreciate that. We will definitely stop by every time we are in SB going forward! read more

I came here with my family a couple of weeks ago and the pizza was delicious! I got the East Coast Pepperoni it was crispy, flavorful, and went perfectly with their IPA. The service was friendly and great a little slow but just looked short staffed. Th outdoor seating was super chill. I can definitely find myself back here. read more

Lucky Penny - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The pizza is really good and there is comfortable outdoor seating. Fairly quick service and friendly staff.

There was quite a long line that we had to wait in but it was well worth it. For our first time there we tried the OG. All of the pizzas sounded good though. The crust is nice and crispy and the pizza had a really balanced taste. I loved the spiciness from the Calabrian chilis and the sausage. There was a nice seating area but not that many tables in the shade. Can't wait to try some of the other pizzas. read more

Lucky Penny - The O.G - Pizza Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Super yum pizzas and salads! My kiddo is named Penny so we had to stop on the way through during a road trip to Solvang. Was surprised at how good the pizza and the salad were. We ordered from a window in a nice courtyard and took a seat. Food was brought fast and service was great. There are quite a few places to sit, even inside but it was a sunny, nice day we just sat outside. Would definitely return if I'm in the area again. read more

Quite the underwhelming Neapolitan-style margherita pizza and salad. Pizza looked way better than it tasted. Order-up-front with outdoor seating. Didn't hate it but didn't love it. read more

So disappointing, bummer. I just ordered a pizza that was delivered. I had the sausage pizza and it was basically a really wet, heavy red sauce. The sausage was finally ground meat with no real Italian spices nor flavor. I will go again and rethink what I order. read more