While living in a beautiful place like Santa Barbara, experiencing some of the beautiful restaurants right on the beach is a must! Here are some great spots to grab a bite to eat while enjoying the gorgeous ocean waves!
Sambo’s
Sambo’s is a great place to take a breakfast date or your whole family, including your dog! Each table gets complimentary muffins during breakfast hours (yum!) and their food is amazing. Check out their mimosas and country potatoes!
Shoreline Beach Cafe
At Shoreline Beach Cafe, you can literally sit right next to the sandy beach. There’s a choice of sitting outside on the patio or behind glass a little bit farther from the beach. Their burgers are to die for and this is a great place to sip on a tropical drink, like a pina colada or a daiquiri. It makes me feel like I’m on vacation!
Beachside Bar Cafe
Beachside Bar Cafe is so close to UCSB, it’s even within biking distance! If you’re into seafood, this is the place for you! From oysters to salmon, they’ve got everything under the ocean. They’ve also got pasta and chicken for those who like their foods less fishy. For those who don’t have cars, this is perfect for a meal after class.
Eladio’s
Eladio’s is a good choice if you’re looking for something a little fancier. They serve breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner! They’ve also got a few vegetarian options in addition to their meat entrees. This is a great spot to take your special someone!
Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach
The Boathouse looks beautiful at night and is a great place to take a stroll on the beach after dinner. There’s a beautiful, large fireplace on the patio that gives great lighting and ambience. Like the other restaurants on the beach, it’s fantastic for having seafood and cocktails!