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Best American Restaurants in Santa Barbara

Looking for the best American restaurants in Santa Barbara? We've gathered 35 spots serving American food in Santa Barbara, ranked by real diner reviews and ratings. Browse photos, check menus, and request a free reservation — all in one place. Updated June 2026.

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Best American Restaurants in Santa Barbara

Jane

The Lark Santa Barbara

On The Alley

Union Ale

The Set

Chad's

Bistro 1111

American Ale

Shalhoob's Funk Zone Patio

Lead better beach park

Breakwater Restaurant

Max's Restaurant

Downtown Brewing Co.

Plow & Angel

Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

Marmalade Cafe

La Gloria Tacqueria's

Eladio's Restaurant

Kyle's Kitchen

Paradise Cafe

Lilac Montecito

Shalhoob's Restaurant-Bar

Intermezzo Bar + Cafe

The Monarch

Julienne

Munchiez

American Riviera

Tupelo Junction Cafe

Arts & Letters Cafe

Derf's

Leadbetter Santa Barbara

Anchor Woodfire Kitchen

Intermezzo by Wine Cask

Nook Santa Barbara

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