Best places: American restaurants in Santa Barbara, United States

Upbeat eatery serving Cajun-Creole favorites as well as cornbread muffins & jalapeño martinis.

Local chain serving gourmet breakfast fare, plus sandwiches & salads, in a stylish space.

Upscale seafood & brunch spot on the beach with panoramic ocean views & a heated outdoor patio.

Local seafood, a clam bar & signature Bloody Marys in a bustling, casual harborside space.

Stylish, cozy venue offering inventive, Asian-inflected American plates, craft brews & wine.

Stylish American eatery serving California-inspired fare, a big wine list & housemade desserts.

Cozy outpost offering an array of deli sandwiches, plus hot dogs & salads in comfy digs.

Steak, seafood, martinis & more served in an upscale space with touches of old Hollywood glamour.

American comfort foods including breakfast & soda fountain treats in a quintessential diner setting.

New Orleans-style mini-chain serving cornbread & spicy standards in a bustling, no-frills setting.

Creative American eats from regional ingredients are served outdoors with local beers & wines.

Relaxed, enduring bar/eatery with an old-timey feel, serving American comfort food in a strip mall.

Casual eatery in a shopping complex with dog-friendly patios serving Cal-American breakfast & lunch.

Updated American classics paired with craft beer & wine in a cozy, rustic space with a patio.

Kitchy, golf-themed eatery & lounge known for thick cuts of prime rib & classic 50s cocktails.

Go-to for globally influenced Californian fare & specialty drinks with bustling street views.

Buzzy window-serve joint with a patio for gourmet American eats, baked goods & specialty coffees.

👍👍 Well first off I want to say good luck finding parking. There is paid parking but no one wants to pay when it's free. I was craving fish and Chips and a local recommended I try On The Alley. We arrived and placed my order right away. I spent $20 for fish and Chips and a drink. We luckily got a table...

Beachside spot serving breakfast all day, including chocolate chip pancakes & chicken-fried steak.

Lively destination for American favorites with a modern twist including steak & seafood since 1928.