Best places in Montecito

Discover the best places in Montecito, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 17 places in the city.

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Lotusland
Botanical garden
37-acre estate & botanical garden with 3,000+ plants, including rare cycads, cacti & euphorbias.
4.70 (442 reviews)
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Butterfly Beach
Beach
😐 easy access to road / parking, but not a lot of sand to sit.very narrow area that has more dog walkers than sunbathers. Not accessible for people with mobility issues.
4.70 (362 reviews)
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The Stonehouse Restaurant
American restaurant
Historic stone house with wood-burning fireplace, white linens, terrace vistas & a regional menu.
$$$$
4.70 (308 reviews)
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Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead
Hiking area
🫤 The hike was easy and shady. But it was too crowded to enjoy. There was not enough parking. Drinking smoking and nudity. It did not offend me but people take their children there. I would recommend early hike or week hike.
4.50 (434 reviews)
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Butterfly Beach
Beach
A bike path bordered by flowers drawing butterflies runs along this sandy beach with scenic views.
4.60 (209 reviews)
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Pierre Lafond Montecito
Deli
Urbane bakery/deli with a patio, plus a gift & gourmet food boutique & a classy wine bistro.
$$ $$
4.50 (249 reviews)
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Manning Park
Park
👍👍 This is one of the most beautiful parks I've been to! My daughter in law reserved area 6 for my Grandson's 3rd birthday. The park ranger came by to greet us as we were decorating, and he let us know where the bathrooms were, the water spigot, and showed us the beautiful shaded meadow for our games....
4.60 (142 reviews)
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Caruso's
Restaurant
👍👍 Incredible dining experience! The food is really nice and the waiters are really professional ! The table with beach view are wonderful and the quality of entry, plats and desserts are great ! Strongly suggested if you are in Santa Barbara area
4.60 (139 reviews)
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Pane E Vino Trattoria
Italian restaurant
Risotto, ravioli & other pastas in a semi-upscale space with a romantic garden patio.
$$ $$
4.60 (109 reviews)
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Miramar Beach Bar
Bar
👍👍 Great place to grab a drink and enjoy their beautiful views!
4.70 (67 reviews)
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Montecito Coffee Shop
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe with outdoor tables, offering American breakfast & brunch favorites.
$$ $$
4.40 (101 reviews)
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San Ysidro Trailhead
Hiking area
👍👍 Excellent hike! Doesn't go to an overlook/peak per-se but you can see the ocean in the distance straight through the gorge when you get high enough. The beginning is fairly easy and shaded but it becomes rocky and steep the higher up you go. You can see several smaller waterfalls along the way, but...
4.60 (70 reviews)
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Casa del Herrero
Museum
Tours of a 1925 Spanish Revival house with art from Spain's "Golden Age" & Moorish-inspired gardens.
4.90 (48 reviews)
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Montecito Village Grocery
Grocery store
4.20 (128 reviews)
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Montecito Gourmet by Village Cheese & Wine
Sandwich shop
🫤 Great sandwiches, and great attitude by the helper who made our six sandwiches. However... order made online and by phone at 10:50, with 11:05 as the promised pickup time. Am in a terrific time crunch getting ready for an event this afternoon. Have to get to another pickup at noon in downtown Sa...
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4.60 (38 reviews)
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Tydes Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
Sweeping oceanfront views & a wraparound patio are the draw at this refined, seafood-focused spot.
$$$ $
4.30 (51 reviews)
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Ty Lounge
Lounge
Ritzy lounge inside the Four Seasons hotel, serving Spanish tapas in an elegant waterfront setting.
4.50 (33 reviews)
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