WOW. What a great spot in Santa Barbara. My girlfriend brought me here for a early dinner on a Friday and we called to see if they had a table available at 5:45pm and to our suprise they did. When we got there, there was a large group of people waiting outside so we just very happy to get seated right away. They sat us outdoor under the patio and it was such a cute vibe! Our waiter was very kind and helpful and most importantly, attentive. We ordered our drinks and food and within 10 minutes our drinks were out and within another 10 minutes, our food was out. The sunrise cocktail was very good, defenitly would recommend that. The watermelon juice was very good and fresh. We ordered two plates, a vegetarian plate and the mixed shawarma plate. Honestly both plates were very good but the mixed shawarma plate was the star of the night. The rice on the shawarma plate is probably some of the best rice I've been had in general. Great seasoning/spices on everything and cooked to perfection. Also, please be sure to order the garlic sauce, taziki and the pita bread as it was all so good as well! Our bill had come out to about $90 bucks and in my opinion, I would pay every penny for VERY GOOD lebenesse food. If your in the mood food for some good food, please keep this place in mind! You will not regret coming here. read more

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We came to Zaytoon for a nicer dinner during our Santa Barbara trip and were all super pleased with our experience. The seating is all outdoors and is intimate with round tables with a fire going in the middle, which made for some great ambiance. The servers were all very attentive and helpful, offering us all blankets for the cold. The food was alright, I got the lemon chicken ($27) which I found to be a bit one-dimensional for my liking but the salad that cane with it was delightful. Overall not bad for a nicer dinner that wasn't too expensive. You can snap a good pic and cozy up by the fire... sounds like a great time to me! read more

Zaytoon - Lemon Chicken - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Wonderful atmosphere. Feels like you're in a garden. So well decorated and such great food. The hummus was very good, tho it lacked salt and some garlic. We enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend it. Loved it! read more

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This was our favorite restaurant all Memorial Weekend in SB!! We did not have a reservation, but the hostess was still able to accommodate us. My husband and I shared the Mushowie Combo and Pistachio yogurt dip. The passion fruit mocktail was a highlight as well as the twinkly lights and green plants. Can't wait to come back on our next visit! read more

Good Lebanese food in Santa Barbara? I got you friend! Walking down the street. You can easily miss this restaurant as the entrance is up a small set of concrete stairs on the side of the street. The entrance takes you into their outdoor garden patio space which is very romantic and well lit. Parking is street parking, as you would expect in this part of town. Upon entry, there were many small tables near the vine wall but they also had several larger tables with fire pits in the center. There were a few tables indoors as well. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. The food came out at a reasonable rate given how busy they were. All the dips were tasty and the pita was well made. My entree was the star of the show for sure. The beef kebabs were so tender and had a beautiful char on them. I've never had beef kebabs that were this delicious before! The fries were crispy and seasoned well and the hummus was creamy and hearty. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and would deo come back. While it is on the pricier side, I would say it's in line with other restaurants in SB. read more

Zaytoon - Hummus and baba ghanoush - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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The food was very delightful! I had the lemon chicken with the watermelon crush. Service was great! Attentive at all times. It's very peaceful with the lighting, everyone is having such an amazing time with family, friends and their dates. Definitely will be back! read more

Zaytoon is a beautiful outdoor garden restaurant. The watermelon crush was delicious. The hummus and potatoes were great appetizers and we got a chicken meat plate to share. Very fresh flavors and plenty of food. read more

Zaytoon - Hummus & potatoes - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Some of the best food I've ever had. Definitely recommend coming here and ordering everything to share with the group. The ambience feels like you're walking into Europe and the fire pit really added to the experience. 10/10 read more

Had the most wonderful dinner experience here. We had a 515 reservation and the place was already packed, so obviously they are doing something right! It's a beautiful outdoor patio with blooming flowers, olive trees, and strawberry plants surrounding the tables. Our service was also prompt, attentive, but not overbearing. Greek salad - the sleeper hit. I have never had a Greek salad like this before. All the produce was incredibly fresh, and the onions were the lightest, most crispy onions I've ever had. The feta was also to die for. It is way creamier and less intense than most of the feta I've had from stores. Hummus was extremely smooth and delicious, baba ganouj was smoky, and the labneh was so creamy. I loved all the dips. Mixed kebab plate - they nailed all the meat. Chicken, beef, and lamb were all juicy and tender, and the fattoush salad it came with was again incredible. The dressing was so tasty!! Pita is $3 per basket which include just a few pieces, but it's seems homemade and is soft and perfect, so it's worth it! I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Zaytoon - Vegetarian choice, falafel, hummus, baba ganouj, tabbouleh, dolma - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Zaytoon isn't just a restaurant--it's a tradition for us. From birthdays to promotions and everything in between, this place has become our go-to for every special occasion. The ambiance? Unmatched. The outdoor seating with glowing fire pits creates one of the most magical, serene dining experiences in Santa Barbara. It's romantic, cozy, and perfect for any celebration. We always start with a round of appetizers--the patata bravas, hummus, and halloumi with watermelon are absolute standouts. Honestly, we could come just for the apps alone. The kebab plates are generously portioned and perfect for sharing after a round of starters. Their drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are thoughtfully crafted and pair beautifully with the food. You really can't go wrong. Service here is consistently five-star. From the moment we walk in, we're greeted warmly, seated promptly, and never left needing anything--the staff always seems to be one step ahead. And to top it all off, they always bring out a sweet treat for the birthday person, which is such a lovely touch. Zaytoon is more than a meal--it's an experience we cherish every time read more

Great date night restaurant. I had the spicy mezcal drink. It was delish. Hummus was outstanding. The lentil soup was tasty. My bF had a meat dish that he liked. read more

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Came 16 years ago on a girls trip and haven't been back since but will always remember this restaurant. First place we visited upon arriving in SB. It's outdoor ambiance, warm fire pits, the middle eastern music playing is a vibe. The food was amazing, great service. Cannot wait to come back again but hopefully sooner than another 16 years! read more

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Delicious food with a beautiful ambiance. HOWEVER, they will put a hold on your credit card, $25 per person, when making a reservation. Plus, and this is weird, I made the reservation for 5:15 and it informed me I had to be out by 7 (totally fine, I'm not one to linger). But we showed up at 5 instead, right when they opened, and they sent me an amended reservation for 5, asking to vacate the table by 5:45! Um, I get 45 minutes? Ironically we were in and out in 31 minutes, but still, what the heck, Zaytoon. read more

If I could I would have given this restaurant zero star!!!! it was full of flies they couldn't get rid of flies the food arrived so early that it seemed like it was already cooked it was not fresh at al, I couldn't even take a bite so hard like plastic not fresh don't recommend it at all! read more

Zaytoon - Stale Chicken - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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The restaurant had such a nice ambiance with trees and lights all around the patio. The food was good! I got the vegan options which are all clearly labeled on the menu. The Vegetarian feast came with all the vegan options and I added the potato side which was amazing! They also have a nice wine list. Parking is available in a paid lot right across the street. read more

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We were not able to sit by a fire table like we wanted to. We were a little disappointed but it wasn't the end of the world. I asked the host with braces if we could move to a different area and she said "would that make her happy?" Which I see as completely rude and disrespectful to say to a paying customer. We were not mad and making it their problem, simply a little sad due to not being able to sit where we wanted. Her acting this was made us so disgusted we almost left the restaurant entirely. The host was one of the worst customer service individuals I have ever seen at a restaurant, especially to us who were being nothing but kind to her. read more

The entire experience was A+. Food. Drinks. Service. Would definitely go back. Cucumber drink, beef Schwarma, with hummus and garlic sauce and warm pita yum! read more

This was the best Lebanese restaurant I have ever been to! Although it was a cold night, the glistening fire kept our party of six cozy and warm. The service was spectacular, the food flavorfully delicious and the garden room atmosphere absolutely memorable. I highly recommend! read more

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This restaurant is a small slice of heaven in Santa Barbara. Whenever we go to Zaytoon we make a reservation on their website for outdoor seating. It's like an enchanted garden! The service is always great but the food is always better. I always go with the beef kebab. My favorite thing on the menu is their baklava, make sure to ask for some vanilla ice cream to pair with it. read more

Zaytoon - Baklava - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

My in laws, husband, and I really enjoyed the food here! My husband and I wanted to have my in laws try lebanese food and were looking for a good place near them. Zaytoon definitely fit the bill. They are an outdoor only restaurant, so if it's raining it is unlikely you'd be able to dine here. The decor is so pretty, lots of lights and the tables with the fire pits are so cozy. The food was all very well cooked. My MIL and husband were so impressed with the chicken kabobs; they expected them to be dry but they kept talking about how moist the kabobs were. I ordered the shawarma plate and it was delicious! I also got to try some of the beef kabob and that was also cooked to perfection. Service was slightly slow, however, where we were left waiting quite a while to order and to grab the check. Food came pretty quickly. Overall, highly recommend! My in laws enjoyed it as well :) read more

Zaytoon was recommended to me and the place did not disappoint! It was a chilly evening and they offer blankets and either a fire pit table or heaters by the legs. Since it's all outdoor seating this was a nice comfort to be kept warm! Our server Isael was attentive and kind. The food was all so tasty! Their menu was simple but everything was outstanding. For two appetizers, two drinks, and two entrees our bill came to be about $130. So pretty pricey for Mediterranean food but worth a fancy dinner with nice aesthetics! 10/10 would recommend and come back. read more

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Probably my favorite dinner restaurant in SB! Always high quality kebabs and a lovely outdoor ambiance that's perfect for both summer and winter a like as each table has a fire pit. Service is average but the food and environment makes up for it! read more

Zaytoon - Cheese sambosik, lentil soup and mashawi combo - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

If you can find Zaytoon, you should go. Unless it's raining. And get here early, as it fills up fast. First off, listen to your map service when it tells you where Zaytoon is. They don't really have streetside signs, just a set of stairs leading into a garden. The food here is delicious, if a bit pricey for my southeast US wallet. The lemon chicken is moist and tender, which is surprising for a chicken cutlet; I usually find them chewy. The side rice and salad are a nice touch, too. The setting is like a garden reception with fire pit tables and fairy lights strung overhead. It's cozy, but beware the trees dropping bits into your food. read more

We had a wonderful night. Everything we ordered exceeded our expectations. Great service and an amazing ambiance. read more

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Amazing Food! Excited to go back. Perfect place for a date or for a group of friends/ family. read more

Good place to go if you're looking to celebrate an occasion. Will say the place is super pretty and the food is really good but it is on the expensive side. read more

Zaytoon - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Ambiance is the best! Great food, but is on the pricey side, but great overall. I do think $20 for a single glass of Chardonnay was over the top though.... read more

Food: excellent menu variety. Easily accommodated vegans in our party. I've dined there several times and everything was excellent! Great quality, flavor and variety. Service: Friendly, attentive and accommodating! Ambiance: Beautifully decorated, accommodates large and small parties. Definitely a favorite! read more

Absolutely loved Zaytoon!! The drinks, the food, the vibe was all a 10/10! I came here on my bachelorette trip and it was the perfect way to start the night. We got to sit at the cute fire pit table and it was all just so dreamy and perfect. read more

Zaytoon - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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A very lovely Lebanese dining experience when visiting Santa Barbara. This place is quite popular on a Friday night! Definitely get reservations and even so you might have to wait a bit (10-15 mins for us). The food was delicious, and the ambiance was lovely especially if you get a fire pit. They also had attentive service even throughout the busy night. read more

Zaytoon - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Amazing service everyone was super nice and friendly ! Foood was delicious was my first time visiting I am definitely coming back again. The ambiance was nice the lights hanging and heaters around felt super cozy outside. read more

Zaytoon - I got the chicken kebab plate everything was delicious - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

WOW! Wish we could rate this place 12/10 Absolutely wonderful, from the ambiance to the staff to the food! Very nice and open outdoor area, yet intimate and romantic. My boyfriend and I did a walk-in and sat outside- bonus points for the heaters everywhere on a chilly night! My first time trying Lebanese cuisine, my boyfriend is from Dubai and he was delightfully impressed. We ordered the Pistachio Spread, Pita, Watermelon Salad, Greek Salad and Falafel. We got two cocktails and a beer as well. Everything was filling and delicious. Would highly recommend for a date night, group dinner or truly any occasion. We will be back! read more

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This is one of my favorite restaurants in Santa Barbara. I always bring my out of town guest here. Great cocktails, atmosphere, and food. The watermelon salad is delicious! I always go for the Kebab Combo - love that it comes with rice and salad. I've heard the lemon chicken is delicious but haven't tried it yet. I recommend going with a party of 6 and hoping for the circle table with the fire pit in the middle. It's cozy! Order a bunch of spreads to share - they are all delicious! read more

Zaytoon - Kebab Combo - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The food was AMAZING! Some of the best middle eastern food I have ever had. Great ambiance and great service as well. I would highly recommend. read more

We got there kinda late I believe like the last 1hr and 30min, so as we sat down they were doing last call for food and drinks, but they were patient and still answering our questions without any annoyance, make jokes and conversation, really enjoyed there staff. The food was astonishing, so our apps were HUMMUS, which was creamy and rich in flavor, CHEESE SAMBOSIK, which is a good shareable and delicious. I think we got like 3-4 orders of the PITA BREAD, so fluffy and went with everything. Main courses we got BEEF KABOB, LEMON CHICKEN RICE, and MIXED SHAWARMA, each plate was very delicious packed with flavor. Drinks wise we got a regular Arnold Palmer, and special drinks we got WATERMELON CRUSH and SUNSHINE, both strong but both really good. This place is very beautiful, good for pictures and big groups. Some places if you're in a big group, you can't talk to everyone cause it's a square, well they have round fire pit tables, good with the aesthetic. Nice lights and water fountain in the middle, good music to. read more

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Great ambiance for girls night! Dinner was so filling and the fire was nice and warm! The hostess was great and brought us blankets because we were a little cold! Our waiter was so sweet and helpful! And service was very fast! MAKE A RESERVATION!! It saved us! read more

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I love everything about this restaurant, the beautiful garden, the food, the fresh ingredients, the music, the baklava icecream and service is always exceptional. Tessa is always a very warm & lovely first host and now server. She always welcomes us with warmth as if we have come home. thank you read more

Beautiful setting with the trees and flowers. Food is delicious and authentic. My spicy cocktail was fantastic too!

Do you ever want to go to a place which has lemon trees, grape wines, fire pit, and an amazing ambience? Visit Zaytoon, this place definitely requires reservation and if you let them know you're celebrating something they are going to set you up with an amazing table. They have great service and amazing kebabs and authentic Greek and Middle Eastern food. The hummus tasted out of the world. It was so smooth and delicious the pita warm, this is one of the best dinner places if you like Middle East and Greek food. read more

Zaytoon - Hummus, fries, pita, labenah, cocktails - Lebanese Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I always come here for my birthday! Love this place sm and always have a positive experience. The staff is so friendly and on it and the food is always so delicious. I love their fire pit tables so come with a party of 4 + . read more