Great stop next to the mujeres market. I've been here before for their high tea and remember asking…read morethem what bread they use for their cucumber sandwiches and they said white bread from Trader Joe's. Such a fancy place so I thought they made the bread in house. Their pastries are so pretty it was hard to break to eat. So sweet and delicious. We couldn't finish both. One sweet per three instead of two would have been better. Not busy at 2pm on a Sunday. Would come again.

Alessia Bakery is truly one of the cutest bakery/breakfast spots I have ever been to! Their latte…read moreare is adorable and so fun! The vanilla latte was really delicious! We were seated inside right away. They do have both inside and outside seating. The hostess and waitresses were very nice and accommodating. Food came out looking SO pretty! The hollandaise sauce is the absolute best i've ever had! So creamy and tasteful and not too heavy! I would absolutely recommend Alessia to anyone looking for a delicious breakfast or brunch spot! So amazing!

Incredible coffee spot downtown. I got an orange cardamom latte which was one of the better coffee…read moreitems I've had in a long time. Definitely were blown away by Dawn Cafe!

They mastered something truly impressive: losing customers before they even become customers…read more We stood behind exactly ONE person for 10 minutes while the employee behind the counter achieved a level of tunnel vision that I can only describe as a gift. No nod, no "one sec," no fleeting moment of eye contact. Nothing to suggest they were aware that two humans with wallets had entered the building. So we left. Without coffee. Without spending a single dollar. Which, in a town where people will happily pay $8 for an oat milk latte and say thank you, is a pretty remarkable failure. I genuinely cannot review the coffee because I never got any. What I can tell you is that the vibe is very much "we exist, find us if you dare." On this particular day, I didn't dare long enough. Maybe the market is great. Maybe the coffee is transcendent. I'll never know, and honestly, neither will my credit card.

Pastries are to die for here. Few things hit like a chocolate croissant from Renaud's. Chocolaty,…read morecrispy, buttery OMG a dream come true. They are that good.

The apple tart was delish! The croissants were decent…read more The Macarons were a big disappointment especially considering this is a French bakery & cafe. It was the worst macarons I've had. The cappuccino came out as a latte so that's another thumbs down. Staff was great. Busy place, high rating probably from the cafe. Lots of parking in the plaza.

Love their food and location in the fun and vibrant Public Market…read moreCustomer Service is wonderful , a big reason to go back, upbeat, kind, friendly The few dishes we've tried so far have been delicious, lunch or dinner this my favorite at the market Their Mac is my favorite in town

Went here TWICE, and they messed up my order TWICE. Person behind the register was pretty rude (1st…read moretime), staff who remade my drink was nice. Coffees are okay. Matchas are not good. It's very grainy and overpriced for the quality of the matcha and coffee. I wouldn't recommend coming here. The second time I've come here, they made me a bulgogi melt, which my friends have been here numerous of times and had the same dish. I thought it was weird the sandwich was not toasted or anything, and it was just soggy. My friends who have gotten this multiple times told me it's supposed to be toasted, so I brought it back to have it toasted. I wasn't expecting a full remake, rather just for it to be toasted, but I was met with rudeness from the server saying "it's brioche, it's supposed to be like that and not toasted." I feel like I should've been offered a remake, or at the least it being retoasted and some accountability taken, but unfortunately not. I won't be coming back here again.

Food and service were great! Ambiance was so nice and relaxing. Food was fresh and tasty. Perfect…read moreto go on a date, brunch with the girls or a nice solo date

Summerland, CA We…read morestopped in for lunch on our way up to Santa Barbara. Order at the counter and seat yourself outside. The environment is lovely even though right off of Hwy 101. We ordered a Reuben sandwich and a salad to share. The food is very high quality and the presentation is lovely but the portion sizes were a little smaller as we had hoped for a good size lunch to share. Nevertheless, we're glad we got to try their Cafe. The waitress was really kind. I was curious about the beet hummus and she brought out a taste which was delicious. There's no doubt I would be back to check out their offerings another time but they are fairly pricey for what you get, and probably a good place to go if you want to eat something on the lighter side.

Joy Café in Solvang isn't just a café--it's a living work of art. Owner Georgina is a luminous soul…read morewhose warmth and vision infuse every inch of this space. Step inside and you're wrapped in an atmosphere that feels both inspiring and comforting, where conversations flow easily, creativity is celebrated, and strangers quickly feel like friends. The menu is her love letter to the Santa Ynez Valley. Every ingredient is thoughtfully sourced from local farms, and each dish carries the unmistakable freshness of food prepared with care and intention. Between sips of perfectly crafted artisan coffee, you'll find your eyes wandering to the art on the walls--masterpieces from local talent, including Georgina herself, whose work radiates the same beauty and spirit as the café. Having traveled the world and experienced remarkable cafés, I can say without hesitation: Joy Café stands among the very best. It's a place where time slows, senses awaken, and you leave carrying something intangible--an imprint of its light and soul. If you know, you know.

We had to track down Joy Cafe, because Apple Maps had the wrong directions. So thrilled we found…read moreit. What a gorgeous sanctuary of caffeine, protein and adornments. When greeted by the lovely owner and her pup it only got better. Thank you for the matcha, latte, curry chicken salad, and a treasure.

The Dutchess is massive, with two rooms of seating and a quaint back patio. They're open from…read morebreakfast to dinner and as their website says: "This kitchen comes to life at 4am and doesn't shut down until 11:30pm." They do a soft close from 2-5 where they don't serve the food menu but offer drinks, coffee and pastries. We stopped in on the 4th of July and were seated right away. They also have a coffee and pastry counter if you want to grab something to-go. You do not want to miss out on the pastries, and the display sure catches your eye. Along with our main we split a morning bun which was flaky and just the right amount of sweet. As we were walking out I noticed some sandwiches that looked extra tasty as well. We kept it simple and split the Dutchess Breakfast Plate since we had quite a bit of eating planned for the day, but it was more than enough to satiate us alongside the pastry. It comes with these massive, crispy and spiced potatoes, big slabs of Niman Ranch bacon, tomato chutney, thick-cut sourdough toast and two eggs. At $22 this isn't cheap, but the quality is there and I would order this again just for those potatoes. The Burmese Fried Chicken Sando seemed to be the most popular dish and I was jealous as I saw it hitting other tables. I'll just have to come back!

The Dutchess is a unique Burmese meets Central California spot in Ojai that is part bakery and part…read morerestaurant. Reservations are highly recommended as tables do tend to fill up fast. Wifey and I stopped by for brunch with a reservation and were seated right away. I got the Spicy Chicken & Scallion Waffles, she got the Chicken Congee, and we shared a Cinnamon Bun. We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience here and all the staff were very friendly and welcoming.

My husband and I ate at the Live Oak Café while were staying at the Best Western on the same…read moreproperty. The restaurant interior is bright and chic and, as a bonus, overlooks the hotel pool. Plenty of parking. We had dinner the first night of our stay and loved it so much we went back for breakfast. Everything is fresh, high quality and delicious. If you are in Santa Barbara, be sure to stop by and give them a try. Be sure also to stop and say hello to the cute little finches who live right outside. I have to give a very special shout out to Javier and Luis! They were awesome - made us feel warm and welcome and part of the family. Luis kept the smiles and the coffee coming (VERY important part of my morning) and Javier could not have been more helpful and also has a really great smile! Stop by and say hi to the guys!

Came across Live Oak Cafe while staying nearby for the weekend and honestly, it ended up being one…read moreof our favorite spots in Santa Barbara. We stopped in on a Saturday for a late brunch/early lunch and were surprised there was no wait. The vibe is super chill--quiet, neighborhood café energy, not overcrowded or hectic like a lot of brunch places. Service was warm and welcoming, and the food really delivered. We ordered the lemon zest brioche French toast, eggs Benedict, and a classic eggs + toast with turkey sausage/patties, along with tea and coffee. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and just really well done. It's owned by a couple (they were even featured in a magazine a few years back), and you can genuinely feel that care and intention in the space--from the atmosphere to the team working there. Nothing feels rushed or impersonal. What really says a lot--we kept coming back every day we were there. It's one of those low-key, slightly hidden gems that ends up being the highlight of your trip.