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    'O' Bar + Kitchen

    4.0 (63 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Touristy
    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Old Fashion
    Marissa L.

    My boyfriend and I stopped by here in the early evening just to get a drink after walking around the hotel. I ordered one of their mojito mocktails and my boyfriend got their version of an old fashioned. We were also given some bar snacks which included plantain chips, almonds and corn nuts. The snacks were super addicting and tasty, but not too filling. Which was good because we had a dinner reservation later that night. My alcohol free mojito was super refreshing and presented beautifully. My boyfriend's old fashion was simple but alluring as well. This bar had a view of the hotel grounds and lobby which were both gorgeous. Service here was wonderful, our bartender was super attentive and answered some questions I had since we were staying the night. It was a nice little refresher before dinner.

    Seafood molcajete and burger
    Susan S.

    Food is good, and the service is even better. I can't say the food is amazing or anything I'd write home about, but the great, friendly service makes the experience so much more enjoyable. Plus the wonderful outdoor seating area with beautiful views or a nice fire pit seating style is a great way to enjoy a drink + meal. We had their ceviche, tuna tartar and both were fresh with nice balance of flavors. One thing I noticed was that nothing was too salty, which we loved. Their seafood molcajete was excellent with well charred peppers and huge prawns. Hubby had their burger which he enjoyed. Drinks are good. Overall, super enjoyable and highly recommended for the relaxing vibe. Good place for dates, family and friend get togethers. Dog friendly too!

    Pulled pork torta, outstanding!
    Jeff W.

    I love this place! Amine was an outstanding server the first night we were there and the second night when we came back just to drink with our friends. Great personality too! The food was very good. I had the smashed Wagyu burger, and my wife had the pulled pork torta. Both excellent. We ate/drank here 4 times during our 5 day stay and was never disappointed. Inside was very comfortable and outside was gorgeous, sitting at the fire pit tables. 10/10

    Lynn T.

    The views here are great! It's located inside the ritz lobby with an outdoor section with ocean views. It's great for lunch or sunset, they have a lot of heaters outside to keep you warm. The soup was delicious. We enjoyed the jackfruit tacos but they weren't my favorite.

    Henry's T.

    Fish taco bliss. We really could end this review right there. Seriously some of the best fish tacos we've ever had and if we had to guess it was the pickled pineapple that really made them stand apart. The Tortilla Soup was very good and offers enough spice to warm you up should you need that. The serving size is quite generous, so sharing is advisable. We incorrectly assumed that chicken was included and estimate that it would have made an excellent enhancement. The Shrimp Enchiladas Veracruz were also good and provided a very similar amount of spiciness. The overall vibe here is casual, but you should know that the meals are on the pricey end of the spectrum and valet parking is required. The music (and volume) match the ambiance perfectly and are a strong influence encouraging you to linger as long as possible. Very close to the beach, this is a great destination (particularly in the late afternoon and immediately preceding a post meal stroll). And that's...Henry's Take. #santabarbarafishtacos

    Champagne
    Brynne M.

    We went here for our first anniversary and have never felt so special. Alex, our server, started us off with fantastic champagne, was extremely attentive and friendly. The food was incredible, atmosphere was quiet, peaceful with a beautiful view. Then we got an amazing flourless chocolate cake as dessert, also highly recommend the burger and salad. Overall 10/10 experience.

    Arroz Con Pollo!
    P C.

    Amazing Food & Staff! Hospitality was Amazing! 10/10 ~ I definitely loved the review from staff to try this! Perfecto!

    Hope R.

    My partner and I came in here for a bite recently and had a nice time. It is definitely on the pricey side but the portions were larger than I was expecting. We had the taquitos and steak fajitas, which were both delicious. The bartender and server working that day were both lovely. The ambiance did feel a little hectic, especially for being a Ritz Carlton property. The restaurant felt understaffed while the rest of the property seemed to have ample people working. Ritz Carlton is renowned for their level of service and the ability of their staff to anticipate the wishes and needs of their guests. I just wish that management could have anticipated the needs of their restaurant staff on what was easily going to be a busy lunch service.

    Squash soup
    Richard W.

    Our experience here was 4+ stars during Thanksgiving. Presentation on ALL the dishes was amazing, creative, and iphone picture-worthy. Artisan Olives and Herb Roasted Nuts Caselvetrano, picholine and kalmata olives, sharing a plate with cashews, peanuts and pecans in a separate round, small dish. Wish I had a few ounces of Manzanilla sherry to go along with the olives! Keeps well for leftovers in your room fridge. Monkey Pretzel Everything seasoning, sea salt, beer cheese dip. Save the cheese dip! Pretzel is a small wreath of six ball sized pretzel wonders. Very well seasoned and sooo tasty. Squash and Apple Bisque Beautiful light orange color reminds you of fall leaves. Candied pumpkin seeds, spiced creme and crispy lavash. Smooth and creamy mouthfeel definitely wakens the palate. Pasta Bolognese Rigatoni Pasta, all natural beef, ground pork, parmesan basil and a sprinkle of sprouts. Huge acute flavor here, but not overbearing. Really hit the spot, and excellent to save for a snack the following day. Truffle Fries Herb and over-loaded with parmesan cheese (a good thing), with garlic ailoli. McDonald's sized fries - careful... hard to stop eating this. Bacara Sangria "Luxurious" Red wine plus carribean spiced rum. Really good - not overly sweet, wich the glass was bigger. Do not feel like you have to go off campus for the best eats - this experience was really pleasantly surprising and the service was prompt and very attentive. Highly recommended!

    Kris G.

    This was our go to spot at the resort. Heading back from exploring the neighboring areas, let's have a drink at the bar. Heading to dinner in a little bit, let's have a drink at the bar. Coming back from dinner, let's have a drink at the bar. Wandering around aimlessly, let's have a drink at the bar. As far as hotel bars go, this one was nice. The bar is really "O" shaped which is nice for people watching. I rally liked the look of the bar too itself and bartenders were friendly. There are tables around the perimeter of the room and they will come serve drinks and snacks out in the patio and by the fireplace nearby.

    Cheese plate

    I went to O Bar after a drive in from LA. They weren't open for dinner yet so the options were limited. I had the cheese plate and a mojito. The burrata, micro greens, and figs with balsamic were delicious. The sourdough bread was fresh. It was a bit too much manchego for one person and I try not to eat much bread so it wasn't quite enough for a meal substitute but if you ate all the manchego and/or all the bread it would suffice or it would be good as an appetizer or snack for two. My server was delightful and made a great cortado. A friend joined me later and enjoyed her oat milk latte. It's a round bar with open sections and windows to the exterior. The decor is what you would expect of the Ritz Carlton; well appointed but comfortable. Overall a very good experience.

    Not exactly the attire you expect to see at a Ritz Carlton.
    Carl N.

    This review is being written in the context that this is the Ritz Carlton. If this were not part of the Ritz, the expectation might have been lower, and hence my rating higher. On the plus side, the setting for the 'O' bar is great, and the menu is interesting, and reasonably priced for a resort of this caliber. The waitstaff is enthusiastic and tries hard, but mostly college students, which causes the turnover to be high and the experience low. We had a nice meal, but a couple of menu items were not available, and service was patchy at times. The atmosphere here is nice, but this Ritz doesn't have much in the way of a dress code, perhaps because it is a beach property. My wife and I were nicely dressed for a high end date, and were surrounded by dudes in running shoes, tank tops, workout shorts, and baseball caps.

    Fireplace
    Eden H.

    'O' Bar and Kitchen is located in the main lobby, across from the Front Desk. I don't think reservations are needed as we just did a walk-in. There are some tables inside and bar seating, but I recommend requesting to be be seated out on the patio. It is so cute and cozy with the bistro string lights decor. We got lucky and got sat next to a fireplace. A more casual eatery, not formal or stuffy at all. Service was fantastic. Everything on the menu looked delicious. My fiancé and I shared a chicken quesedilla and yuca fries. Delicious! A tad overpriced, but they were bigger portions. Definitely better food here than Angel Oak, their steakhouse. I also ordered a glass of red wine and he ordered a beer. We went at night, but definitely will be back to dine during sunset.

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    That queso....was one of a kind. Great food and great service with a substantial wine pour. Highly recommend.

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    OVERALL: no open reservations for Angel Oak during our stay at the Bacara, so we headed to O'Bar for dinner.

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    Lulio

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    4.5(11 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    we only went there for breakfast a few times, we also sat outside with our 3 dogs. the managers…read morewere very accommodating by making eggs for our dogs. in the meantime we did not go for the buffet but choose of the menu, everything we order was delicious. and the service, sometimes a little slow, but they were always so great. request outside sitting.

    We had lunch and the following day's breakfast here and both the events were ok. Here's a summary -…read more Reservations through OpenTable. You come into bacara and either need to walk a steep slope (0.5 mi) down or take a buggy down to the restaurant. Restaurant was empty on the day we visited. Food still took over 45 mins to come. There are decent vegetarian options. They also accomodated us and did a hallumi taco + fish taco plates. We tried some drinks and their cake with icecream. The food felt very mid, but charges were equivalent to that of a high end LA michelin star place. For breakfast too, a yogurt bowl with half a banana and seasonal fruits (they put freeze dried strawberries in the bowl, they're located in SB! What is their excuse for not using fresh berries?!?) is around $20. We got a fresh toast and fritata with it and a juice and iced coffee. They first served it hot. Then took another 15 mins to replace it. Everything here also tasted ok, but the bill's always around a $100 for 2. Table chatter around; all guests felt the same. The only positive perhaps is the stunning sea view. But that too doesn't justify the cost

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    Marisella - Vongole pasta

    Marisella

    4.2(97 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$$$

    So good and so glad we came here. Service was really top notch…read more We ordered sparkling water, focaccia bread w/ whipped ricotta, the chicken dish, two pastas and an eggplant parmesan. Also a side of the green beans. My boyfriend's birthday was yesterday (on Christmas) so it's hard to make it special sometimes. We came here because we wanted a special experience and that's definitely what we got! My dad is also insanely hard to please and always finds som reason to complain, but he had no complaints here! Cant wait to come back. The hostess was super nice and also our server did a great job (she was a nice woman with dark chin/shoulder length hair) didn't get her name I forgot! Editing this 24hrs later because my dad still won't stop talking about how amazing our dinner here was...I guess we have a new go to place for special occasions!

    We visited Marisella for Valentine's Day dinner and were fortunate to secure an 8:45 p.m…read more reservation. From the moment you pull into the circular drive for valet at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara, the experience feels elevated. After being directed through the property to the back where the restaurant is located, we were greeted warmly and seated promptly at a table that was ready and waiting for us. For Valentine's Day, they offered a curated four-course menu rather than à la carte ordering. The courses were well executed and thoughtfully paced. I have a fruit allergy, and the staff was very mindful of that, which I appreciated. Accommodations were handled professionally without making it feel like an inconvenience. Service was somewhat mixed. Our primary waitress seemed informal and borderline overwhelmed throughout the evening. In contrast, the support staff--runners, bussers, and cocktail servers--were polished, attentive, and proactive. At times, they felt more engaged than our assigned server. The food itself was excellent. Everything we had was flavorful and well presented. The wine list was strong, which is not surprising given the property's location and reputation. There are plenty of higher-end selections available. The exclusive cocktail menu, however, is fairly small. They can certainly make anything you request, but if you are hoping for a large selection of signature house cocktails, you may find it limited. Overall, it was a very good experience, especially for a major holiday evening. I would absolutely return and look forward to visiting again on a non-holiday night to see how the restaurant performs under more typical conditions.

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    The Imperial - White negroni and 2 hot toddy's

    The Imperial

    4.5(204 reviews)
    5.7 mi
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    Oh boy the amount of times I have been inebriated here. Birthday parties, coming home celebrations,…read morecheeky post-work cocktails that accidentally turn into two in the mornings; New Years Eves, Potlucks, Aloha Sundays, Halloweens and everything in between. This is a great bar and there's just no way around that. The drinks are tough, the vibes are immaculate, the bartenders have teeth and the regulars are absolutely bananas. I love it here. It's probably the only bar you can roll into by yourself as a woman and feel comfortable. As if things couldn't get any better, there's a treasure of a human in there who spins vinyl on Friday nights (maybe Saturdays also, but don't quote me) and you really shouldn't miss that experience. Thank you Imperial and staff for your phenomenal service. You've truly cultivated something wonderful.

    What an amazing hidden gem in Goleta!…read more While visiting the town, we were looking for a lounge walking distance from our hotel. We found this cool spot via yelp. A for atmosphere. You are transformed into a tiki/tropical/ vintage/bohemian not sure what to call it atmosphere. Super mellow and chill. We sat at a corner couch across from the bar. Comfy and relaxing, and dim lighting. Drink menu was diverse. Great selection. From cocktails to all types of alcohol. With an average price range of $15. Bartender knew his craft. All drinks ordered were great! C for service. The service dept needs some help, and I get it, with one person serving 15+ people. It is impossible to provide a5 star service. Initially service was great with a smile when we first arrived @ 6 pm. But soon after the bar became super busy. The wait was 20-30 minutes for an order. It was time to leave. We asked for our check and it came non-itemized. If it was 2 or 4 drinks that would be fine, but we were party of 3 with over 10 drinks. Then we had to wait again after asking for an itemized check. Waiter stated they need to hand write as their "machine" was not working. That took more time than needed. Ahhhhhh.... Ah well.. you can't get it all. Hence the 3.5 stars. I recommend, to sit at the bar and maybe pay cash to avoid hurdles I experienced.

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    3.8(103 reviews)
    5.7 mi
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    I would like to be able to recommend this restaurant because it's very cute and the bartender was…read moreso friendly, but overall it was a disappointment. The food is so-so. I tried the Cali Hummus, shrimp quesadilla and chicken tacos while staying at the hotel the restaurant is in. The tacos were pretty good, but the pita bread with the hummus was burned and the quesadilla was lacking seasoning. The margarita on Margarita Monday was quite good though, so maybe just grab a drink before going elsewhere for food. The biggest problem though is that they don't open on time and the service is overall really spotty. One morning I was down for breakfast 30 mins after they should have opened and the front desk told me it could be 30 mins more because they were still waiting for someone to show up. The next time I tried to do breakfast they were open, but after standing around for a few minutes with nobody in sight, I decided to try something else. Fortunately there are some good options in walking distance. Sunshine cafe and Lighthouse coffee were both enjoyable.

    Service was really good and the view was very peaceful. The outside patio has a nice view of the…read moremountain with palm trees and the pool. It made me think, this is the type of place I would have my family stay at if they were to visit. The last place we visited made me think I was getting burger week flavor fatigue... until Caya proved me wrong. Caya was our 5th burger of the day and WOWED me! This place was marked as "?" (we weren't sure if we really wanted to try it). Everything about the burger was cooked to perfection. The egg's yolk drips down the burger after you take your 1st bite, the flavor was a beautiful marriage in my mouth and the burger was juicy! At first I thought it was fat on the plate, but upon a closer look it was the burger juice (want to clarify it was not bloody). The jalapeños added a nice texture and slight heat, the chipotle was the perfect sauce for it. This burger is definitely worth trying for burger week!

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    Roof Top Bistro & Bar

    3.8(160 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    I had an excellent experience at the Roof Top Bistro & Bar. We came for the 4th of July to check…read moreout the New Vibe band. I was pleased to see that happy hour was still being offered despite the holiday. The menu offers a nice selection of bites and discounted drinks at great prices! For food, we ordered the carne asada flatbread, onion rings, garlic herb fries, and chicken wings. All of which were enjoyable! Although, I will mention that the carne asada had a slightly funny taste that wasn't very pleasing. It was tolerable, but could have been better. Despite that, the food was delicious. We also ordered the white chocolate & raspberry cheesecake. The cheesecake comes from the Cheesecake Factory! So, you know it's going to be good and it was. The presentation was beautiful as well. For drinks, I had the Prickly Pear margarita and Paloma. Both were well made and refreshing to drink. I love the rooftop vibes here! The layout is great and the views are amazing. More like Mountain View's, but still nice to be up high with sky views. There's also a restroom available, so you don't have to go downstairs. Our waitress Caitlyn was such a sweetheart throughout our visit. She had great recommendations and consistently checked on us. The music was great and it was good vibes all around! They have different bands that play here. Check out their website or instagram for more information on that. Overall, a lovely time was had and I would definitely come back here.

    Cool place have a or two drinks with tapas. Had hazy ipa and cauliflower fry with sweet sauce which…read morewas super tasty. Fire place is nice and warm. Opens from 4pm to 8:30pm.

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