Chef Justin Purpura has partnered with local farmers and sustainable seafood sources to create traditional bistro favorites at this casual restaurant. Brick-oven pizzas, seasonal salads and the signature Bistro burger are offered in the dining room or on the oceanfront terrace. The latter may be enjoyed year-round with a wood-burning fireplace and enhanced heating, and offers direct access to the Pool Bar.
Based on 182 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
8301 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Phone: (805) 571-4220
Hours
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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7 AM–3 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Monica Moussanejad
Staff is above and beyond friendly, accommodating. We asked about specific honey that was served. The Manger went to the back and brought us a sample so we could purchase it in the future. Beautiful views. Great food.
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Pam Dunford
What a wonderful way to complete a spa day! The four cheese pizza had just the right amount of garlic on a perfect crust; the fontana cheese a light golden brown. The Caesar salad was topped with nicely shaved parmesan and included cherry tomatoes and anchovies (on the side, by request). The croutons were a little too large and hard for my taste.
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Charry Morris
Impeccable service. Excellent food. Sommelier top notch. Location perfect. Live music! Vacation vibes. Low key yet perfect Ritz service. Highly recommend. Valet parking costs $20 if you don’t stay at the resort.
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Ali G. Darwish, MD
Nice place for a quick lunch! The service is prompt, the waiter was new but cordial. Don’t over do it with the starters like we did it, it’s more plentiful then you’d imagine. We had the wings and Soup, which was delicious albeit sweeter then I imagined. The fish tacos are excellent, I’d highly recommend them.
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M.A. EatsArt
Wow, what beautiful, classy resort where everyone feels extra, extra special. The Bistro Restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Resort Bacara teases diners with its fun in the sun swimming pool scenes, ocean waves views, and Spanish style white buildings, and luxury stay possibilities if only you had an Aston Martin to valet park. Cool refreshments, delectable dishes with a side of ambiance, can’t go wrong with any choices since it’s all about catering to insatiable tastes. The Ritz-Carlton brand name always lives up to its reputation and it’s why it belongs on everyone’s bucket list of places to eat at!
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Nathalie Adler
We Just came back from a wonderful 3 days weekend for our 25 years celebration at the Bacara Ritz Carlton.
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Rach
Absolutely delicious food! I tried the Roasted Spaghetti Squash off of the plant-based menu and it was to-die-for. I couldn’t stop eating it. Great flavors! I will go back the next time I am in SB.
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Philippe Cailloux
The Bistro is one of the very best place for brunch. Top service, top food. Plan for $100 per person (w/ tip) for the buffet. Best to make a reservation.
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Brian Rivas
Oh. My. Goodness. Okay, the food is fabulous. The seafood pasta is amazing. Pasta all the way. But the service was some of the best I’ve ever had. Our server Griffin was so adorable and so attentive. He was so personable and we had such a great time. We had a great talk with Micheal, the manager, who selected some fantastic wines for us. We ended the night to Lauren, another server, who was bubbly and sweet and made our end of the night more enjoyable. Overall, what a great experience.
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Vince Oriti
Great food and service. Our waiter Vicente was outstanding and truly made our decision to continue getting breakfast at this location during our stay.
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