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    Lucky Penny

    4.1 (900 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Bars, Italian
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Italian Chopped Salad
    Julia R.

    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!

    .., our first time, love the vibe
    Chuck A.

    .., 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

    Pepperoni Pizza
    Crystal P.

    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.

    Lucky Penny
    Liz G.

    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!

    Regular crust The O.G. and gluten free Pepperoni
    A M.

    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.

    Lucky Penny Caesar Salad
    Adriana G.

    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!

    Kids Classic Cheese
    Ella W.

    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!

    Rakshit P.

    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.

    Chantel S.

    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!

    Margarita Pizza
    Nicole B.

    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!

    My widdle family.
    Name Poetry Keepsakes I.

    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.

    The Butcher with hot honey
    Carley R.

    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

    Arugula pizza
    Angela R.

    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!

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    Do you have vegan & gluten-free pizza?

    They definitely have Gluten Free crust! It's like $4 to $5 more to the menu prices, not bad. Not sure about Vegan options.

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