Suggestions for Community and Government near Santa Barbara

Jenna N. • July 16, 2013The self-guided tour takes about an hour. Make sure to check out the La Huerta Historic Gardens next to the mission, it’s filled with all sorts of plants and orchard trees.

Alexia C. • November 8, 2015The views are beautiful and the tour goes over a lot of the architecture of the building. It is a really beautiful place. Be sure to go when the Clock Gallery is open!

Hannah J. • October 18, 2011Earl grey tea with vanilla is a Library classic!!

Sarah V. • July 19, 2010Mix the horchata on tap half and half with soy milk.

H. C. • September 3, 2014If you're looking to mix it up with your chicken strips, the salad bar in the middle usually has avocado, hummus, or Sriracha that you can add (just don't go crazy).

Faris • February 27, 2015Very good french fries

Arthur C. • August 15, 2011On weekends and non-lunch hours, this is the best place to work. Tons of tables by huge 2 story windows overlooking the lagoon. WiFi for students and lots of outlets. I love it here.

Suki • September 17, 2020Nice quiet beach with soft sand and gentle ocean.

Matei P. • August 18, 2015Excellent, American style ice cream! A local institution well worth experiencing. Incredible Flavors!

eric b. • July 4, 2023Good beer flights and decent grilled cheese sandwiches, food can take a while on weekends. Best of all, they have a play space for kids with a babysitter.

Jill W. • January 14, 2016Flat iron steak, fresh pasta with tiger shrimp prawns, creme brulee. Yum.

Esther S. • June 25, 2010Grapefruit Ginger Margarita and Spanish Coffee are amazing!

Jonatan B. • April 29, 2019I tried each of their pastries and each was an experience of culinary delight and artistry. Excellent atmosphere.

Ashley Q. • December 26, 2011Complementary hot chocolate, coffee, tea, fruit, and trillions of other sweet goodies in the cozy Victorian lobby.

Rodney R. • May 17, 2010Best Apple Strudel I've had in recent memory. You gotta try it.

Shannon L. • April 12, 2010Fabulous place to have your nails done. Clean, friendly & peaceful. They even have hearts and flower petals floating in the pedicure bowl!

Erik C. • March 26, 2012This is an excellent place to go for happy hour (if you can find it). Nice ambiance, cheap drinks and tasty bites. Also a great spot for live music.

Laura P. • April 24, 2015The Ahi Tuna Banh Mi is so fresh and delicious. Get the salad with hibiscus vinegarette as a side.

Natalie G. • May 14, 2015One of Santa Barbara's best bagel spots.

Sandra C. • November 27, 2015Gluten free carrot cake!!! beats even the original version!! Cutest place and good service

Holdren's Steaks & Seafood • May 1, 2013Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Shrimp. Bacon wrapped prawns stuffed with feta cheese and jalapeno topped with sweet chili sauce.

Lau V. • October 11, 2015I'm definitely in love with this products!! I want it in Italy too!!

Jennifer W. • June 22, 2011High fashion and quality clothing at affordable prices.