This place is incredible. We went on a Monday afternoon for lunch. The grounds around the restaurant are breathtaking and are a must-see before or after you eat. The food was delicious and our waiter was very friendly. We were celebrating a birthday and they made her feel special and even brought her a happy birthday cake! We ordered the Korean tacos, salmon salad, chicken Milanese, and a White Sea bass. Everyone said everything was delicious and they would order it again. We then got the lemon tart for dessert and it too was wonderful. Side note- my girlfriend got the smoked margarita and said it was the best drink she's ever had. I would recommend and wish I could come back. read more

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Do you want champagne brunch? You're definitely gonna pay for it... and thankfully, it was worth it. While on our annual ladies' trip, my friend made reservs here for our last group outing. The 1st thing you notice ate the grounds of the place... Beautiful! Every part of this place is picturesque. Once seated outside in the shade, we delved into the menu. You get unlimited mimosas, bellinis, or just champagne w/ a starter, entree, & dessert for $100, I believe. You can 7 the champagne for a ridiculous 7 that's not my ministry. I had the grilled peach stuffed Avocado...definitely refreshing. Then the steak w/ eggs...flavorful. Lastly, for dessert, I had the cuatatd that was like flan. Our waiter said it was popular, but I enjoyed it, especially the firmer texture. I can't remember what my friends had b/c I was tooooo focused on my plate lol. After, we definitely roamed and did a fake photoshoot...lol! You must, it's too gorgeous. If you wanna splurge a bit, definitely come here! read more

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Exquisitely beautiful restaurant both inside and out on the thoughtfully covered patio. High end linen tablecloths, table setting, china and crystal. Delicious menu items with the very highest quality ingredients, they ensure everything is fresh and in season. Chef turns out consistently tasty meals with pretty presentation. Chicken tortilla soup, strawberry gazpacho, salad with meyer lemon dressing, korean steak tartare, and steak diane were all memorably great. The very best elegant restaurant in the area, hands down. Not suitable for children unless they are quiet and well behaved. Recommend wholeheartedly! Service is prompt, pleasant and attentive. read more

The Stonehouse Restaurant - Syrs Famous chicken Tortilla Soup - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

INCREDIBLE experience. From the moment you walk up to the restaurant, you realize you're in a magical place. The lights twilight everywhere was pure magic. We were greeted warmly at the front and sat outside in what felt like the perfect seat in the house. We started with smoked margaritas, which were perfectly balanced. We also started with some small bites and the oysters. The oysters were DEVINE, so fresh! We opted to bring our own wine because we have a cellar full to go through, but they have a SUBSTANTIAL wine collection with so many offerings to choose from. I'd highly recommend ordering something special from their wine list. Entrees couldn't have been better. I ordered the classic steak Diane which as elevated by the table side cooking! This took the experience to a whole new level! Dessert was unforgettable as well, we ordered the soufflé. I will make it a point to come back! read more

The Stonehouse Restaurant - Wine - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Beautiful place! Amazing views and surroundings! Awesome food! If your food or dessert comes with a prepared at the table sauce, make sure you get that on the side. As fun as it is watching it happen right in front of you, not that tasty. It actually ruins the taste of the actual food. Love the bread basket. Love all the dishes we ordered but yes sauce on the side and was very glad we did that cause when we tasted it separately, not good! Fettuccine was to die for and the Korean ribs and steak. Can't wait to go back. read more

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I took my boyfriend here for his birthday because he's a BIG foodie and this place did not disappoint. The oysters were hands down the best thing we had. I could've eaten 10 of them. They were so unique and different from your every day oysters that you normally order. We also ordered the steak Diane which came with food and a show. The drinks were also great. I recommend going to the speakeasy before dinner to enjoy a drink and walk around the area. Yes, it's on the pricey side but I would 1000% do it again because of the overall quality and ambiance. I will be back! read more

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Where do I begin? Our dining experience was the best I have ever experienced. The property was charming and beautiful. The service was outstanding. Every employee made me feel welcome. The food and the drinks were heavenly. I am pretty speechless how great it was. I started off ordering the Smoky bloody margarita. Our server recommended it and did not disappoint. Our appetizer was the calamari and our entrees were the Vegan burger and Chilean Sea Bass. We finished off with the chocolate soufflé. Everything was perfection. Worth every penny. read more

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Absolutely beautiful restaurant, I had one of the best dine in experience tonight. I wanted to celebrate an early birthday with bestie before I left on Vacation. I searched on Google and Yelp for 6 hrs till I finally decided to go with The Stonehouse Restaurant. I had made reservations via OpenTable on their website. We arrived 10 minutes before our reservation time and were sat immediately. The ambiance was off the charts, I enjoyed the live guitar and singing from the lovely man sitting near the lit walkway. I wanted to try everything off the menu, but settled with the yellowtail crudo, half dozen oysters, Korean beef tacos, mushroom pad ty with shrimp and my friend got the baby back! They started us off with some welcoming bites and three different types of bread! The bread, omg all three were delicious. Let me tell you something, the Korean beef tacos were executed perfectly. The beef was bulgogi flavored and very juicy. The side of kimchi tasted like there was an old Korean grandma hiding in the kitchen somewhere. It tasted really authentic. I ordered the chocolate soufflé for dessert and it was the cherry on top, so yum. I'm already planning on coming back, 10/10 experience would recommend. read more

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The service was great! I enjoyed my food and drinks and absolutely loved the ambiance. Will definitely be back

Love you guys forever, always love comeback, nice service , tasty food , amazing vibe read more

Gorgeous grounds! Went for lunch and food was good but not all that memorable. Worth a visit just to see the grounds though. Service was excellent. read more

I've been to this restaurant a few times, and I noticed a common issue that has been consistent with this establishment - unprofessional and unrefined service. They set a table of 4 with 3 plates, so I asked for a 4th. After 3 more times of asking, I finally got the plate. To get water refills, we had to ask 2 more times. Also, we ordered coffee and the waiter brought out empty coffee cups with old coffee stains at the bottom, which meant they were not washed thoroughly and properly. Waiters are not as attentive or trained well. The service here is just not up to par for a high-end restaurant in a 5-star resort. Other than this issue, I really don't have a problem. The restaurant is lovely. It has a beautiful lush garden feel. I've dined here at daytime and nighttime and it's classy and romantic. Food is consistently good with lots of flavors and quality. From yellowtail crudo and calamari to cioppino and steaks- food is overall delicious. Some dishes are better than others and steaks can be overcooked at times, so it can be hit or miss. I would still love to come back here to dine. But they do need to take service more seriously for this type of high-end establishment, especially considering how much it costs. It's very pricey so expect to spend a lot of money. read more

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The property is beautiful and Stonehouse is a beautiful restaurant as well. The poke bowl was amazing. My husband thought the chicken sandwich was very underwhelming and would not recommend. The complimentary foccocia and olive oil was outstanding. read more

The Stonehouse Restaurant - Poke bowl - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Wow. Stonehouse is an incredible spot. It's nestled in a gorgeous and secluded part of Santa Barbara/Montecito, with a top class feel. Had dinner here with two families to celebrate a special occasion and it felt incredibly special from start to finish. The venue is slightly out of the way but just enough to make it an intimate retreat. The space is beautifully executed, with twinkling lights, just the right amount of natural intrusion from trees & plants, and a build that strikes the perfect balance between modern and nostalgic. It's right up there with 2 and 3 Michelin-starred spots. There are multiple dining spaces - go for the outdoor patio. The food is expensive. Think ~$40 for a starter and $70+ for most entrées. The wine equally so (the cheapest glass of red was in the $25-30 range). The wines are 9.5-10 out of 10 in my opinion, with the food at a solid 8-8.5 out of 10. The menu leans classic. Quality certainly seems to be there even if the ingredients and flavours aren't the most adventurous. Our server/attendant Christian was absolutely incredible. Professional, with a perfect amount of showmanship and banter. He helped seat us, took our orders, tended with great detail to allergies & dietary inclusions, and prepared several of our dishes tableside with explanations and even a little dose of the history of each dish. Expect cool flames and sizzles. Truly my favourite venue in Santa Barbara, and honestly probably one of the best places I've been to in the country. read more

Beautiful atmosphere. Bread, burrata salad and halibut was excellent/ crab cakes and steak were bland. Server, Ricardo, was not very friendly; service did not match expectations. Hostess not accommodating in honoring a simple request. Not worth the $145 pp for brunch. read more

Food was great. A little pricey obviously but no one is coming here expecting cheap food. The staff was professional and our waiter did a great job checking up on us. The ambiance and overall vibe ties it all together for 5 stars. read more

Dinner was amazing it was my daughters wedding dinner didn't have to lift a finger yes expensive but absolutely worth it

I'm amazed by the beauty of this place. It is sooooo beautiful, beautifully decorated, ambience is way beyond what I had expected. The place was something else, it was beyond what I had expected. My fiancé and I were so happy with the service, food, ambience, the experience, and it sure was a good way to celebrate our anniversary. We sat inside because he didn't know how it was going to be outside and since Weather was cold and in December. The inside was beautiful but outside was so beautiful decorated with such an amazing vibe. I highly recommend it. Food was good as well my fiancé had their steak and I had their chicken initially but it had a really odd taste so I asked for something else and for the fish! That's was so good! Steak Diane was also good from my fiancés experience. Will definitely have another date in the future and recommend it to friends and family read more

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Update -stellar evening at Stonehouse last night. Definitely "A" game. Service s always impeccable. Food spot on. I love there are never any "surprises" that are usually not good. During Covid they created a combined menu for Stonehouse that was the best of both restaurants-- the downstairs a little more casual. I love that if you're in the mood for upstairs and the that mood you can get a hamburger or ribs or Korean lettuce cups. Or even steak Diane and special smoked cocktails- go enjoy have fun. I'm read more

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Quality food for quality views is the perfect way to describe Stonehouse Restaurant. Two standout offerings are the Kobe beef sliders and the crabcake. The Kobe beef sliders are a mouthwatering delight, boasting succulent, perfectly cooked patties that melt in your mouth. The slaw was a great compliment to the sliders and was refreshing. Equally impressive is the crabcake. The crabcake at Stonehouse Restaurant is a delightful balance of tender crab meat and delicate seasoning. The crab cake is paired with an Avocado Salsa Verde that you'll want more of. What truly sets Stonehouse Restaurant apart, however, is its remarkable setting. Nestled amidst the picturesque grounds of San Ysidro Ranch, the restaurant offers panoramic views of the surrounding Santa Barbara mountains and lush gardens. This along with the amazing service of the restaurant staff makes the entire experience worth it! read more

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(Overall: 95% | A) - For the most part, the food quality is very nice and has some elevated takes on classic American dishes. The main draw of the ranch is of course the ranch itself and it is simply breathtaking. The service is beyond well and this is a restaurant that is definitely worth the sightseeing! (Crab Cake: 100% | A+) - This crab cake was exceptionally well made. The crab was sweet and abundant, driving the natural tenderness of the cake. It paired extremely well with the mango and salsa verde, which added much needed acidity to balance the fried component. (Smoked Blood Orange Cocktail: 107.5% | A+) - At the time I tried this drink, it was $33 but well worth it! The cocktail invites fruit filled flavor from the blood orange, which is then smoked tableside to infuse an intense smokiness into the drink. Personally, I would've preferred the drink to be a little sweeter, but the presentation and technique of this drink was flawlessly executed, from the ice to the salt waterfall to the choice of glass! Highly recommend trying your favorite smoked drink of choice as it is a thrilling and unique experience! (Angus Burger: 60% | D) - This problem may be exclusively a me issue as I opted out of the blue cheese sauce, but I felt the burger to be a bit too diner like -- the plating and the burger itself left a lot more to be desired as I am confident that the chef is capable of elevating this classic into something more innovative and exciting. The truffle fries are nicely done though. (Black Lavender Spirit: 90% | A) - I like the fruit flavor coming from this spirit -- its fruity without being overpowering. The mint is a dangerous infusion, but was a surprisingly moderate flavor that nicely complemented the drink. (Fresh Bread and EVOO: 97.5% | A) - The bread is soft, phenomenal, and absorbs the flavorful extra virgin olive oil like a sponge! Very lovely high quality bread! (Maple Glazed Salmon: 62.5% | D) - At such a refined establishment, one would hope for the quality of food to match. Unfortunately for this dish, the salmon was overcooked and a bit dry. Additionally, the plating here does not make sense unless the greens cover the salmon as if it was an attempt to hide the dryness. The redeeming factor here is that the wild rice and other sides that paired with the dish is pretty decent. However, the main ingredient of this dish is by far lacking. (Kobe Beef Slider: 92.5% | A) - A kofe beef patty paired with flavorful caramelized onions, a handcrafted bun and a secret sauce that adds some bold flavor to the dish! The sliders are well made and pairs well with a refreshing apple, fennel slaw, which is reasonable given the luxurious price point. However, I do feel that there is room for people presentational improvements to match the price point sand quality of food, especially as the slaw collapsed on the plate. read more

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A high-end restaurant located in a beautiful resort. We came here for a lunch reservation. The outdoor seating area was quiet and peaceful. Service was truly above and beyond, each staff was extremely attentive and gave amazing food recommendations! Our favorite dish was the blackened salmon salad, but everything tasted amazing, with fresh ingredients. read more

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Atmosphere was amazing a little dark, Food was delicious, Staff was friendly Only thing that took away from the experience was our server charged us a large party fee even tho us was two of us , which is illegal. Pretty messed up read more

The Stonehouse Restaurant - Added 20 percent for a large party even tho it was me and my girlfriend for our anniversary, illegal and messed up whole experience - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I'll start off by saying the restaurant js gorgeous. However there were many huge missed marks that left me not wanting to ever go back. We ordered a seafood tower along with the ribeye and a few other hot entrees. We were surprised when they all came out AT THE SAME TIME. We were shocked as to how they expected us to finish a huge tower of raw seafood and at the same time tackle all the hot entrees. Needless to say we had to scarf down the seafood but our ribeye and other entrees were left lukewarm when we were able to get to them. The waiter never came by to check up on us until we were finished. Our waters were left empty, we had someone refill it only ONE time the 2.5 hours we were there. We completed the meal with a banana foster where the unripened banana was poured right over the ice cream so it was a melting bowl of caramel soup. I'm disappointed because I gave feedback to the waiter and he did not even acknowledge the issues. I'm sorry Stonehouse, but you missed the mark with this one, I expected much better. read more

Made reservations for my hubbies birthday dinner, and everything from the food, service, drinks, ambiance and the beautiful gardens were absolutely breathtaking! We will be back. read more

We had dinner here while in SB. The meal was great. The Miso Cod is amazing. One of the best I have had. Our waiter was not attentive at all. We poured our own wine twice. He never checked on us and I ended up cancelling a cocktail because the wine showed up before my drink. The wine took a long time to get so waiting for the cocktail was totally unacceptable. There is a server there named Gisele ( Gigi )who had the table on each side of us. We were envious. She was a fantastic server. She was super attentive and very informative. She gave her tables so much more information on the menu than our waiter. Our waiter dropped menus, took meal order without any added info and then we saw him again right before we left. The som took our wine order, waiter did not even do that. Gisele should be in management and training the staff. Our dessert was comped. Not sure if it was because of the drink or because I told the host we wish we had another server. The grounds are beautiful. Rose gardens are stunning. Definitely arrive early to check it out before you go. Ask for Gigi to be your server. read more

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It was a beautiful restaurant... from the food to the service to the ambience there! Breathtaking becsuse after dinner you can take a stroll in there garden and see the many different views, definitely would go back to try different food items and see the garden again! read more

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I want to start by saying that I am a 21 year old college student. I have been here once before with my parents around 2.5 years ago, and it was awesome! It was under the normal menu with the normal prices. For valentine's day, my partner made a reservation in early December. We were prepared to drop 200-250 each. I know its expensive, I have seen the regular prices, and I picked up extra shifts at my job to make sure I could afford this special experience! We were very excited from the moment we made the reservation, and I had specific items I was looking forward to ordering again. It was so beautiful walking in, and we were so happy, but I noticed that the menu was much smaller than I had remembered, and then we saw the price of 425 per person, not including gratuity. I want to make it clear: I AM NOT COMPLAINING ABOUT THE PRICE. I understand it was a special holiday price with a set menu, but I AM complaining about the fact that we were never made aware of this. Nowhere on our reservation did it say this, and we ended up having to leave and going to In N Out for Valentine's day. If ANYWHERE on the reservation it had specified that for Valentine's day (it was pretty much double the usual price), we would have been able to decide for ourselves ahead of time and actually have a Valentine's dinner by reserving somewhere else! (We still had a fun and romantic time at in n out lol). I just want to communicate to the restaurant that not all of your customers are wealthy, older, Montecito restaurants, and that special occasion pricing where your menu is limited and the pricing is SO MUCH higher than usual, that this should be made clear, or at least specified anywhere on the reservation for those particular days. Maybe I should have known, but I think it is the business' obligation to make sure the customers know, especially because the price was SOO different. Once again, I know it is expensive, and I had prepared to pay the normal price. Just putting on the reservation or calling the people who have reservations to let them know would suffice! It would have saved us time, trouble, and we could have reserved a different restaurant for our special holiday. So one star for that, but I added a star because I LOVED it and was so happy with it the first time I went. read more

Top of the line experience! Standout service, ensorcelling ambiance and great food--what else is there? read more

The Stonehouse Restaurant - The grounds - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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We didn't get to experience the Stonehouse so keep that in mind for this review. I had made a reservation requesting an outdoor table due to being immune suppressed. The day before, I called to confirm that outdoor seating would be available even if there was rain in the forecast. I was told yes, there were covered areas. The day of, a manager called to tell me that he "needed those seats for guests who paid thousands of dollars for their rooms." So that's a choice... read more

Imagine a place hidden on the hillside with a cascade of flowers, trees and nature surrounded by fresh brisk air and clouds and sky. Stonehouse is a beautiful restaurant blended with peaceful setting that brings a sense of joy and romantic setting for our Anniversary brunch. The food, and service deserve a Michelin star. The experience was impeccable and one of a kind experience with a returning back feeling. read more

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We had an amazing experience here! It was beautiful, the food was top-notch, it was a great place for our celebration. Service was amazing from each staff member we engaged with. read more

A hidden gem in Montecito. Absolutely love coming here to dine and explore the surroundings. It's a great place to celebrate a special occasion. Stunning views all around. With so much character and beauty wherever you look. The service here is great. Friendly and attentive staff. The food has good quality and tastes amazing. Never disappoints. I have referred many friends and family to dine here and they have been very happy and thankful. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Ambiance is good, food is nice, service was terrible - have not been here in awhile but this is not the reputation Stonehouse used to have, 1) Valet did not help patron w a disability get the walker out of car 2) Table was not in the area we reserved even though told would be no problem to guarantee - one side of table was a bench meant to seat three and no offer to help move the table for 80+ yo customers 3) Amuse Boucher delivered after the starters 4) ordered the soufflé with the main meal to avoid delay (takes 25') and waitress did not put the order in until after all plates were cleared, had to cancel 5) espresso came after the dessert 6) no help from valets (3 standing around) on departure w the walker either Very Disappointed with service! read more

The venue is beyond stunning. Go early and explore the grounds. Perfect setting for photos. Service and attention was excellent. Several heat sources when sitting outside. Everything we ordered was very good. read more

Had lunch with wife today. Brought a great bottle of wine. I checked on line and the corkage was 50 dollars. I have gone numerous times and that is what I was charged. Had a wonderful experience sharing a tasting with the Somm. Food and ambiance great. Waiter very hospitable but broke the solid cork in the bottle, and did not realize you serve a decent glass with it. The check had 75 dollars for corkage and asked him to correct. A woman showed up with an angry stare and smirk and proceeded to demean and stating there not responsible for what they state on line also doubting we have brought other bottles in the past. We have no idea who she was being there no introduction or concern or hospitality. We have been going for years and there seams to quite a turn over. We won't be back and will relay to the many friends we introduced to the Stonehouse our experience. read more

I have been to the Stonehouse restaurant around 20 times and every time I go I am more impressed by the consistency, beautiful garden scenery, and vibe. The service is top notch ( shout out to Dakota) always remembering your name, and filling up water and drinks without having to ask. They are the perfect blend between attentive without being over bearing. Finally, the food has always been pretty traditional steakhouse bistro vibes, but recently, Tai Warners, influence and love of southeast Asian cuisine has made its mark on the menu with offerings like Korean street style, Bao, tacos, dumplings, and even a super fresh vegan Pad "Ty" . It's really cool to see a little bit of flair on a menu that used to be very traditional.. I love adding a grilled shrimp to my pad Thai. And another little tip is if you go in for Salon service you get a free lunch entrée, which is a great deal! read more

The Stonehouse Restaurant - Pad Thai - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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The Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch had one the most beautiful settings of any restaurant I've dined at. The grounds are beyond gorgeous, and the music and ambiance is impeccable. Additionally, this is some of the finest service you will find at any dining establishment. However this did not prevent the food from being mediocre. While I was not disappointed with my meal, the food here was run-of-the-mill basic fine dining. Quality ingredients, but somewhat uninspired flavors and lacking portions for high prices. We started with the half dozen oysters with a strawberry yuzu mignonette. The mignonette was pleasant but ultimately nothing special and the oysters were minute. We then had the Japanese yellowtail crudo, which had a decent portion but again I wasn't blown away. The Okinawan purple sweet potato was delicious but I could have made that at home for $4. The Spanish grilled octopus had good flavor though like the rest of the dishes didn't stand out from any other grilled ocotpus I've had. Ultimately I would come here again for a special occasion because of the romantic vibes but I wouldn't recommend this to someone looking for the best food in Santa Barbara. read more

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Magical experience dining at the Stonehouse. The place itself is super nice and upkept very well. I suggest to reserve a table in the patio under a roof of twinkling lights or outside surrounded by trees that nicely lit. Can't go wrong either way. Their wine menu is extensive and when I say extensive I'm talking like Holy Bible extensive, so wine lovers this place if for you! Our waiter, Trey, was so nice. Very soft-spoken, patient and helpful. He made our evening even better, so thank you for that! Ambience was romantic, classy & elegant. Started with the Spanish Octopus [$35] loved it! Came with one, fat tentacle which was so tender and juicy! Came with a salad and can be shareable, if you don't mind just having a few pieces. Got the Sea Bass [$65] which blew my mind! It was cooked perfectly and the sauce that came with it was just perfect. It was sweet, but not overpowering and the veggies came out perfectly too. I finished everything on that plate! We splurged & got an extra (full) order of the veggie risotto [$42] & was probably the best risotto we've had so highly recommended. We got a side of the Okinawa Sweet Potato [$17] which was pretty good, just didn't have enough room in our stomachs. Capped the night off with their chocolate cake [$21] & a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream [$7.50]. Incredible dining experience here at the Stonehouse. Make sure to check it out when in Santa Barbara! read more

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Ambiance: beautiful, romantic, earthy Food: lovely. Great flavors Dessert: wonderful Service: great Drinks: good alcohol to drink ratio Would definitely co read more

The Stonehouse Restaurant - Drinks - New American Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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