Most reviewed places in Santa Barbara

Explore the city's most talked-about destinations, sorted by the number of reviews. The higher the position on the list, the greater the number of reviews for each place. Discover the pulse of Santa Barbara through these extensively reviewed and popular spots. Ratings are based from 764 places in the city.

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Stearns Wharf
Historical landmark
Storied wooden wharf offering restaurants, varied shops, a small aquarium & water views.
4.50 (9.8K reviews)
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Santa Barbara Zoo
Zoo
Small zoo with hundreds of animals in natural habitats, a miniature train ride & picnic spots.
4.60 (5.8K reviews)
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Pier Santa Barbara
Tourist attraction
👍👍 I had the pleasure of visiting the Santa Barbara Pier and I can confidently say that it is an absolute gem that should be on everyone's itinerary when exploring the picturesque city. Nestled between the majestic mountains and the glistening Pacific Ocean, the pier offers an enchanting blend of natur...
4.60 (5.4K reviews)
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Old Mission Santa Barbara 1786
Mission
Landmark 1786 Spanish mission with period art & artifacts, gardens with ocean views & a gift shop.
4.60 (4.1K reviews)
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Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
Seafood restaurant
Upscale seafood & brunch spot on the beach with panoramic ocean views & a heated outdoor patio.
$$ $$
4.50 (3.7K reviews)
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Santa Barbara Shellfish Company
Seafood restaurant
Casual waterfront restaurant serving seasonal seafood with ocean views, outdoor patio & fire pit.
$$ $$
4.50 (3.2K reviews)
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Brophy Bros.
Seafood restaurant
Local seafood, a clam bar & signature Bloody Marys in a bustling, casual harborside space.
$$ $$
4.50 (3.2K reviews)
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Paseo Nuevo
Shopping mall
Open-air mall with a variety of well-known chain retailers, plus a movie theater & dining.
4.40 (3K reviews)
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Arroyo Burro Beach County Park
Public beach
This oceanfront beach with seasonal lifeguards & a grassy area for picnicking allows off-leash dogs.
4.70 (2.9K reviews)
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hotel
Upscale seafront lodging offering polished rooms, grill-style dining & 3 tennis courts, plus a spa.
4.20 (2.9K reviews)
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Santa Barbara FisHouse
Seafood restaurant
Casual waterfront restaurant serving seasonal seafood with ocean views, outdoor patio & fire pit.
$$ $$
4.40 (2.5K reviews)
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Los Agaves Restaurant
Mexican restaurant
Casual restaurant for enchiladas, chile rellenos & other premium Mexican fare in a roomy space.
$$ $$
4.60 (2.4K reviews)
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Chad’s Cafe
Breakfast restaurant
Beachside spot serving breakfast all day, including chocolate chip pancakes & chicken-fried steak.
$$ $$
4.40 (2.3K reviews)
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Shoreline Park
Park
Popular park overlooking the water offers a playground, grassy areas, walking paths & beach access.
4.70 (2.2K reviews)
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Joe's Cafe
American restaurant
Lively destination for American favorites with a modern twist including steak & seafood since 1928.
$$ $$
4.40 (2K reviews)
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La Super-Rica Taqueria
Mexican restaurant
Celebrated Mexican spot for fish tacos, tamales & more served up in modest digs with patio seating.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.8K reviews)
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La Cumbre Plaza
Shopping mall
Outdoor complex with Mission Revival architecture offering brand-name shopping & casual dining.
4.10 (1.7K reviews)
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Sandbar
Mexican restaurant
Festive Mexican eatery & bar has happy hours, parties & a partially outdoor space with fire pits.
$$ $$
4.20 (1.7K reviews)
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Lilly's Taqueria
Mexican restaurant
Counter-serve Mexican eatery serving tacos with gourmet ingredients such as beef cheek & tripe.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.7K reviews)
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Moby Dick Restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
Family-friendly eatery serving fresh seafood, burgers & more with ocean views & daily happy hour.
$$ $$
4.20 (1.7K reviews)
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