This pizza is absolutely phenomenal, probably the very best pizza I've ever had in my life. The…read moregentleman at the front was super nice and the interior had a nice vibe and great music. The pizza slices arrived promptly with a fresh basil leaf on top. We started with a slice of the pepperoni and sausage #1, which had amazingly crispy/chewy crusts, and a garlic knot which was perfectly garlicky with a pillowy interior. Later we also shared a figgy piggy, which was probably our favorite slice. The fig matched the bacon flavor with perfect balance. Finally we got a cookie to go. Amazingly crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, with pools of bittersweet chocolate, butterscotch chips and a dash of flaky sea salt. We literally walked away in a haze. We are still wondering if that pizza experience truly happened to us. We are out of towners, and even if we never get to experience that again, I'll die happy knowing that I had the honor of consuming this absolutely phenomenal pizza, cookie and knot.

If you're in Santa Barbara - do not leave without trying this place. Casual, hidden gem on a quiet…read morestreet. You order at the counter and find a seat. The setting is great! Your table is thoughtfully set up with plates and cutlery for you to grab as needed and perfect for sharing. Grab your drink from the fridge. Plenty of options to select from: water, flavored Pellegrino, beer, or if you prefer they have some beer options on draft. Let's get to it! The Figgy Piggy- wow! If you love sweet and salty, this is it! A fig marmalade as your sauce layer with plenty of crispy bacon and a ricotta center. 10/10 You will not go wrong with a pepperoni classic. The pepperoni cups are crispy with a subtle spice. The lemon mushroom is also a great slice! The cauliflower salad was AMAZING!! The herby flavorful yogurt based dressing was so tasty. The cauliflower was just roasted to perfection. You have to get the garlic knots! These are buttery, soft, pull apart beautifully and are topped with real garlic. Honestly the best knots I've ever had in my life! Make sure to leave room for their cookies! Overall the service was great, great casual ambiance and even more amazing food!

Not only the best pizza in town, but for certain the best pizza I've ever had; it is well worth the…read moreprice! The open jams on Wednesdays are such a necessity for the music community in town and Im quite thankful at the space they provide. Shout out James!

Honestly this place has gotta be the best pizza & ranch I've ever had…read more I stumbled upon this gem for the first time this past Wednesday night & it was amazing. They have live jam sessions on their patio Wednesday nights & we got lucky enough to walk into it (such a nice surprise)! It was such a great experience hanging out on the patio while waiting for our food, then being able to enjoy it with live music. We got a whole pepperoni pie (no picture) & a side of their homemade ranch. Everything was so delicious - hands down the best pizza & ranch I've had. The bite & chew of the pizza was perfect & everything was so tasty. I went back today for lunch on my way back home to socal & got to try their individual Sicilian slice. The dough is thick & bready - about 2 inch thickness. I added sausage, mushrooms, & jalapeños on my slice & yummm. 10000/10 would recommend I will definitely be back & be stopping by any time I pass through Santa Barbara

If you are looking for some quality pizza in SB, look no further. L' antica pizzeria hand makes and…read morebakes each pizza order in-house. I love the thin crusts of their pizzas because it doesn't leave you feeling too heavy even if you ate the whole pizza (aka, no food coma crash despite the carbs). Tried the Caserta Pizza (5/5) It's made with double flor di latte sauce base that gives it creaminess. Then topped with Italian sausage, garlic pecorino, basil, smoked provolone cheese, and Calabrian chili. The sausage was savory, and the cheese was melty and of good quality. You can taste the mild spice from the chili flakes and the herbal-ness from the basil. Add-on some of their housemade chili oil sauce for an additional spice kick. Service was professional and courteous. We had a great time and really enjoyed our dine-in experience here. We'll be coming back to try out other flavors for sure.

I cannot believe that this place doesn't have five stars on Yelp. This was the best pizza I have…read morehad in recent memory. Wow. Paper thin crust, fresh ingredients. I thought I must've been in Napoli. I was with some friends because we were on our way to a performance (I am a musician) and we were in a hurry. The waiter accommodated us and the pizza came out in under 10 minutes, I believe. The atmosphere is simple but nice. I was surprised that it wasn't more busy on a Friday night. I am telling you, this was fantastic pizza. I cannot wait to go back and to try some of the pasta.

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

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

Haven't been here for many years and this visit was just as good as when I was last here…read more Ordered the calimari and it was crispy and soft (not tough). The Gamberetti al Aglio e Olio Piccante was delicious and saucy. Just the right amount of spice for the shrimp and extra sauce to dip the wonderful bread into. Margherita pizze was good too- don't wait too long to eat it the cheese will solidify and lose that stretchy creaminess. Basil was a nice touch and not too spicy overpowering Mare chiaro pizze was a long time favorite. Unfortunately halfway through eating the pizza noticed there were no clam pieces to be found. We asked the server and she mentioned they had run out. To make up for this, a free dessert was comped. Added bonus order- crepes Crespella à la Nutella: this means heaven in your mouth lol. Was able to watch the cook make it from start to finish (such a friendly guy too!) server also added ice cream on the side and man this was amazing with added sparkles of goodness! Overall a wonderful reunion of flavor and good memories. It's always a delight to come and dine here- thank you for the friendly service and delicious food!

The food here was on point, by the end of the night I was stuffed. The waitress we got was super…read morenice and made us feel so welcome. Lastly the restaurant itself felt as if you had just stepped right into old Italy. I will most definitely be coming back.

Delicious pizza and salads and wonderful service! The owners are lovely and provide quick and…read moreprofessional service! I would highly recommend this as a great lunch, dinner, or late night snack spot and come here as often as I can! :) their classic cheese pizza is especially yummy! such a great spot on this busy section of state street with a great ambiance!

Excellent Neopolitan and Chicago Deep Dish! We had both last night. The Neopolitan was thin and had…read moreamazing flavor and the Deep Dish reminded me of Chicago, but not as heavy, which is a good thing! The restaurant is clean and inviting, and the service was above par. We sat outside and people-watched, even seeing a neighbor out enjoying State Street. Love downtown restaurants, and this one is definitely worth the visit!

Lots of seating on a Sunday afternoon. One bathroom stall. We were seated immediately. We ordered…read morethree dishes to share: spicy shrimp pasta with pink vodka sauce, wild mushroom and leek pasta, and arugula and prosciutto pizza. I love how flavorful each was. We used the pasta sauce to dip the pizza in, which made the pizza significantly better. We would come again.

My family came here on a Saturday afternoon around 1 pm & while we had a reservation, they had…read moreplenty of indoor and outdoor seating so it probably wasn't needed. Very Italian ambiance with the decor, felt like we got a taste of Europe! We ordered the bruschetta, wild mushroom & leek pasta, mushroom pizza, and spicy shrimp pasta which were all delicious. The pizza was a family favorite, very well seasoned with a strong truffle flavor. I also loved how generous they were with the shrimp for the pasta, but thought they could add more noodles compared to the sauce. That was the first time I ever experienced that lol. Everything in SB is overpriced unfortunately but if you're looking for a meal worth spending on, then I would recommend this place!

Dang. I checked in and forgot to review. We drove 2.5 hours in the rain, to try this pizza. It…read morewas definitely worth the drive. Not only was the food delicious, the owner and location are also wonderful. The man is in love with Jesus and it shows. He puts a lot of care in the food he makes. They use imported flour from Italy and other quality ingredients. We ordered 2 different pizzas and a order of garlic bread and salad. Every thing was hot and fresh The garlic bread and pepperoni pizza were fire. I didn't try the veggie pie, but my wife said it was also delicious. We cant wait to go back and vist. One of the best hand tossed pies around. Go see them ASAP.

I stopped in Cali-Forno Pizzaria with my bandmate, as we were on the road and we only had a few…read moreminutes to grab a bite before a gig. When we walked in we saw some games, which gave a us a slight "Chuck-E-Cheese" vibe, so our expectations were lowered. Boy were we wrong! First off, the worker behind the counter was either a mind-reader or had overheard me, but either way he very quickly asked, "You want slices?" He was attentive and fast. The worker at the register was equally helpful and speedy. When I ordered a Pacifico for my beverage, she asked if I wanted it opened; and before I could finish saying yes, the other employee had opened it and handed it to me. Then, they brought our slices to our table (I don't think they do that for everyone but we lucked out). The slices were DELICIOUS. Fantastic pizza. All in all, recommended!